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Europe<br />
2013 - 2014<br />
THE ORIGINAL<br />
SINCE '62<br />
you have<br />
one life<br />
one shot<br />
so make<br />
it count
no one looks back<br />
on their life &<br />
remembers the<br />
nights they had<br />
plenty of sleep.
they say that<br />
one day your<br />
life will flash<br />
before your<br />
eyes. so you’d<br />
better make<br />
sure it’s worth<br />
watching.<br />
Memories aren’t created from the things you said you’d do. They’re built from<br />
things you’ve done. The moments captured. The worlds discovered. The lifetime<br />
seized. You only get one, after all. So make it count.<br />
A journey with <strong>Contiki</strong> is a kaleidoscope of unexpected adventures, inspiring<br />
places, lifelong friendships, brilliant stories and unforgettable memories. But most<br />
of all, it’s living life out loud, utterly and completely.<br />
No regrets.<br />
02 | 03 | 04
EUROPE 2013/4<br />
No Regrets 02<br />
It’s your time 06<br />
Live Europe 08<br />
Backstage Pass 10<br />
Our travel styles 12<br />
Team <strong>Contiki</strong> 14<br />
Make every moment count 16<br />
ME Time 18<br />
Are you a foodie? 20<br />
tour index 2013/4<br />
Superior Tours -<br />
Multi-Country<br />
Summer from US$152/day<br />
Winter from US$125/day<br />
European Magic<br />
11 days ........................................ p.32<br />
Amsterdam to Barcelona<br />
12 days ......................................... p.34<br />
European Discovery<br />
14 days ......................................... p.36<br />
Best of Europe<br />
11/14 days .................................. p.38<br />
European Inspiration<br />
21 days ......................................... p.39<br />
European Encounter<br />
18 days ......................................... p.40<br />
European Impressions<br />
20 days ......................................... p.41<br />
European Vista<br />
23 days ......................................... p.42<br />
European Explorer plus<br />
Greek Island Cruise<br />
35 days ......................................... p.43<br />
Road to Athens &<br />
Road to Rome<br />
19/15 days .................................. p.44<br />
Road to Athens<br />
plus Greek Island Hopping<br />
31 days ......................................... p.45<br />
Road to Athens plus cruises<br />
23/27 days .................................. p.45<br />
European Panorama<br />
30 days ......................................... p.45<br />
key<br />
These tours also<br />
operate in Winter.<br />
See p.102 for more.<br />
Easypace tours.<br />
See p.12 for more.<br />
fold me over<br />
and use me as a<br />
BOOK<br />
MARK<br />
Superior Tours -<br />
in-depth regionaL<br />
Summer from US$137/day<br />
Winter from US$111/day<br />
London & Paris<br />
8/10 days .............................. p.50-51<br />
London, Paris<br />
& Amsterdam<br />
10 days ......................................... p.51<br />
London, Paris & Rome<br />
11 days ......................................... p.51<br />
Ireland<br />
9 days ............................................ p.52<br />
Scotland & Ireland<br />
14 days ......................................... p.52<br />
England & Scotland<br />
10/11 days .................................. p.53<br />
Scotland<br />
7 days ............................................ p.53<br />
Great Britain & Ireland<br />
18 days ......................................... p.54<br />
Mediterranean Trail<br />
11 days ......................................... p.55<br />
Mediterranean Trail<br />
plus Greek Island Hopping<br />
23 days ......................................... p.55<br />
Mediterranean Trail<br />
plus cruises<br />
14/18 days .................................. p.55<br />
Mediterranean<br />
Highlights<br />
14 days ......................................... p.56<br />
Simply Italy<br />
13 days ......................................... p.58<br />
Italian Espresso<br />
9 days ............................................ p.60<br />
Spanish Spree<br />
15 days ......................................... p.62<br />
Berlin to Budapest<br />
12 days ......................................... p.64<br />
Berlin, Prague<br />
& Vienna<br />
10 days ......................................... p.65<br />
Berlin & Prague<br />
8 days ............................................ p.65<br />
Vienna & Budapest<br />
6 days p.65<br />
Eastern Road<br />
14 days ......................................... p.66<br />
The original since ‘62 22<br />
Europe made easy 23<br />
Join us online 24<br />
Unrivaled value. Save with <strong>Contiki</strong> 26<br />
Superior Tours 28<br />
Superior Tours, Multi-Country 30<br />
365 days of change 46<br />
Superior Tours, In-Depth Regional 48<br />
Europe by day 78<br />
Egypt & The Nile<br />
9 days ............................................ p.68<br />
Spotlight on Greece<br />
5 days ............................................ p.69<br />
Spotlight on Greece<br />
plus Greek Island Hopping<br />
17 days ......................................... p.69<br />
Spotlight on Greece<br />
plus cruises<br />
9/13 days ..................................... p.69<br />
Aegean Classic<br />
& Golden Fleece Cruises<br />
7/10 days .............................. p.70-71<br />
Turkey & Greek<br />
Island Odyssey<br />
11 days ......................................... p.71<br />
Turkish Sailing<br />
9 days ............................................ p.72<br />
Croatian Island Hopper<br />
9/10 days ..................................... p.73<br />
Croatian Island Cruising<br />
10 days ......................................... p.74<br />
Greek Island Hopping<br />
14 days ......................................... p.76<br />
Mykonos & Island Cruising<br />
9 days ............................................ p.77<br />
Budget Tours -<br />
multi-country<br />
Summer from US$116/day<br />
Winter from US$113/day<br />
European Horizon<br />
12 days ......................................... p.84<br />
European Highlights<br />
16 days ......................................... p.86<br />
European Whirl<br />
20 days ......................................... p.88<br />
European Experience<br />
22 days ......................................... p.89<br />
European Escapade<br />
27 days ......................................... p.90<br />
European Spirit<br />
23 days ......................................... p.91<br />
European Contrasts<br />
plus Corfu Resort<br />
31 days ......................................... p.91<br />
London to Athens<br />
23 days ......................................... p.92<br />
London to Athens plus<br />
Greek Island Adventurer<br />
31 days ......................................... p.93<br />
Europe by night 79<br />
Budget Tours 80<br />
Budget tours, diverse & unique 82<br />
Winter Tours 102<br />
Festivals & more 106<br />
Got a question? 114<br />
Stay longer & booking conditions 116<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> cares. <strong>Contiki</strong> around the world 118<br />
How to book 120<br />
London to Rome<br />
18 days ......................................... p.93<br />
Ultimate European<br />
plus Greek Island Hopping<br />
47 days ......................................... p.94<br />
Ultimate European<br />
plus Egypt option<br />
47 days ................................ See Web<br />
European Adventurer<br />
39 days ......................................... p.95<br />
Greek Island Adventurer<br />
10 days ......................................... p.95<br />
European Trail<br />
25 days ......................................... p.96<br />
Eastern Rocker<br />
10 days ......................................... p.97<br />
Eastern Trail<br />
10 days ......................................... p.97<br />
Western Rocker<br />
9 days ............................................ p.98<br />
Trail to Rome<br />
18 days ......................................... p.98<br />
Trail to London<br />
17 days ......................................... p.99<br />
Best of Russia<br />
9 days ............................................ p.99<br />
Russia Plus<br />
13/15 days ............................... p.100<br />
Scandinavia<br />
11/14 days ............................... p.101<br />
Scandinavia & Russia Plus<br />
24 days ...................................... p.101<br />
WINTER Tour<br />
& SKI AUSTRIA<br />
From US$76/day<br />
Winter Wanderer<br />
26 days ...................................... p.104<br />
Ski Austria<br />
1 or 2 weeks ............................. p.105<br />
FESTIVALS<br />
& DAY TRIPS<br />
From US$70/day<br />
Munich Oktoberfest<br />
4-7 days ..................................... p.107<br />
Pamplona –<br />
Running of the Bulls<br />
4-7 days ..................................... p.108<br />
Pamplona<br />
plus Bilbao BBK Live<br />
6/7/8 days ................................ p.109<br />
Bilbao BBK Live<br />
5 days ......................................... p.109<br />
London Explorer<br />
3/5 days ..................................... p.110<br />
Easter in Amsterdam<br />
4 days ......................................... p.110<br />
Edinburgh Festival &<br />
Military Tattoo<br />
4 days ......................................... p.110<br />
Royal Ascot<br />
1 day ........................................... p.110<br />
Christmas in Paris<br />
4 days ......................................... p.111<br />
Christmas in Amsterdam<br />
4 days ......................................... p.111<br />
New Year in Paris<br />
4 days ......................................... p.112<br />
New Year in Amsterdam<br />
4 days ......................................... p.112<br />
Hogmanay in Edinburgh<br />
4 days ......................................... p.113<br />
St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin<br />
4 days ......................................... p.113
time<br />
your<br />
it’s<br />
twitter.com/<strong>Contiki</strong>_US<br />
life moves pretty<br />
fast. if you don’t stop<br />
& look around once<br />
in a while, you could<br />
miss it. - ferris bUELler<br />
No one wants to regret the chance not<br />
taken; to sit on the sidelines, experiencing<br />
the world through our friends’ status<br />
updates. We want to get out there and see<br />
it for ourselves!<br />
And so was born <strong>Contiki</strong>, the original<br />
adventure travel company for 18 to 35s.<br />
Sure, there was no Facebook back in 1962.<br />
But there was a world that needed exploring,<br />
a beaten up old mini-van, and a group of<br />
friends with adventure in their bones.<br />
Since that fi rst trip, we’ve spent 50 years<br />
perfecting the art of living with no regrets.<br />
And to tell you the truth, we’ve gotten<br />
pretty damn good at it. There’s so much to<br />
discover in Europe. You won’t want to miss<br />
youtube.com/contiki<br />
a thing, which is why we cover Europe’s<br />
‘Best Of’, while still allowing you lots of<br />
free time and fl exible options to fi nd your<br />
own adventures.<br />
And the best part? Our local know-how<br />
and experience is like having a backstage<br />
pass to Europe. Escape the tourist traps<br />
to eat with the locals. Skip the lines for<br />
direct access to Europe’s most popular<br />
attractions. Ditch the hotels and spend<br />
the night at a 16th Century French<br />
Château! And make it all that much<br />
sweeter by sharing it with your new<br />
travel buddies.<br />
It’s all about making every moment count.<br />
And at <strong>Contiki</strong>, it’s what we do best.<br />
facebook.com/contiki
New Goodies<br />
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connected on the road<br />
pinterest.com/contiki<br />
05 | 06 | 07
LIVE europe<br />
A new perspective, Barcelona The slow lane, Beaujolais<br />
Art class, Amsterdam Frequent flyer, Tyrol Retail therapy, Paris<br />
4WD, Berlin Main stage, Bilbao<br />
LATE LUNCH, CHIANTI Morning shower, Lauterbrunnen
TWENTY years from<br />
now you will be<br />
more disappointed<br />
by the things you<br />
didn’t do than by the<br />
ones you did do. - Ma Mark rk<br />
jump start, turkey<br />
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08 | 09
When you travel Europe, urope, you want to make<br />
sure you do it right. t.<br />
You want special treatment and exclusive access that turns a regular trip<br />
into the trip of a lifetime. That’s hat’s why <strong>Contiki</strong> offers you a Backstage Pass to<br />
Europe. It’s a combination of many things, exclusive to us, that gives you<br />
unrivalled value, and sets the <strong>Contiki</strong> experience apart from the rest.<br />
EXCLUSIVE ACCESS<br />
After 50 years traveling around Europe,<br />
no company can provide better access<br />
to Europe than <strong>Contiki</strong>. Like skipping<br />
the lines at the Eiffel Tower and the<br />
Vatican. We’ll get you around in style,<br />
doing all the hard work and saving your<br />
precious time for exploring. And, staying<br />
connected has never been easier, with<br />
WiFi on many of our coaches & at most<br />
of the places we stay.<br />
EXCLUSIVE Options<br />
Freedom to explore. It’s an important<br />
part of traveling, so we provide you<br />
with lots of free time to discover and<br />
create your own adventure. We call it<br />
ME Time because it’s all about you<br />
choosing your own path. If you want<br />
to really dial up the experience we<br />
also have a lot of exclusive ME Time<br />
optionals. Whether you’re an adrenalin<br />
junkie who’s after bungy jumping in<br />
the Swiss Alps or a classical music buff<br />
who wants to catch a Mozart concert<br />
in Vienna, we’ll provide you with<br />
something extra special.<br />
EXCLUSIVE<br />
ACCOMMODATIONs<br />
Yo You’ u ll get to stay in so some me eeye<br />
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a beautiful beachside resort on the Greek<br />
Is I lands and a magnificent Gasthof in the<br />
Au A strian Alps. A Gasthof is a Germanst<br />
style tavern by the way!<br />
EXCLUSIVE team<br />
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ac across Europe, and the hey’re all<br />
pa passionate travelers rs whose sole focus<br />
is mmaking<br />
your trip th the time m of your life.<br />
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city ty and every destination on. They’re like<br />
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ask!<br />
EXCLUSIVE FOOD<br />
Fo Food o ies rejoice! Most of our included<br />
di dinn nners feature the very best in regional<br />
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Cat atal alan an cuisine ne iin<br />
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EXCLUSIVE inclusions<br />
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part rts of Eur urop ope e th that only a local friend in<br />
the e know can an ssho<br />
how you. The iconic sights<br />
ar a e all included in yo your u tour, but so are<br />
so some exclusives like ke oour<br />
“Paris by Night”<br />
and “Special Access Rome me” tours.<br />
co cont nt n ik iki’ i’ i s exclusive e château de cru ru ruix ix i
avel is the only<br />
ng you buy<br />
at makes<br />
u richer.<br />
your<br />
backstage pass<br />
exclusive inclusions<br />
are highlighted on<br />
each tour page<br />
10 | 11<br />
behind ind th the scenes<br />
with contiki<br />
contiki’s exclusive château de cruix
our<br />
travel<br />
styles<br />
Not all travelers are the same and we know that.<br />
Some people are looking for creature comforts; others just want the bare<br />
essentials. Our <strong>Contiki</strong> Backstage Pass gives you exclusive ways to see Europe<br />
no matter how you want to travel. Whether it’s looking to stretch your budget,<br />
wanting to get around as much of Europe as possible or really going local<br />
& digging deep in one region, it’s your choice how you go...<br />
Going solo<br />
More than half our travelers go<br />
it alone, which means you are<br />
guaranteed to link up with other<br />
young (18-35 is all we do), adventurous<br />
& like-minded travel buddies.<br />
We don’t charge single supplements<br />
for solo travelers - we’ll match you up<br />
with a same-sex roommate.<br />
For a little extra you can always<br />
opt for the privacy of ‘A room to<br />
myself’ (see p.31) on Superior tours.<br />
first big trip<br />
At fi rst your European trip might seem a bit<br />
daunting, even if you’ve traveled a lot before.<br />
So from the moment you decide to go, we’re<br />
here to help. Give us a call, drop us an email,<br />
get online or fi nd us on Facebook & Twitter.<br />
We’ll answer your questions (see p.23 for<br />
more) & give you lots of essential travel tips.<br />
Need advice on what to pack? Ideas for what<br />
to do with your free time? Just ask!<br />
You’ll also receive an exclusive <strong>Contiki</strong>-only<br />
Travelers Guide fi lled with essential pre-trip<br />
info, tips on the destinations you’re headed<br />
to, currency information, ideas for your free<br />
time plus lots more.<br />
easypace<br />
With minimum 2 & 3 night stays, later<br />
starts most mornings & even more<br />
local meals, our easypace tours offer a<br />
more relaxed way to see Europe. Plus,<br />
you still get all the great authentic<br />
experiences that let you get a deeper<br />
look at the places you visit. Look out<br />
for the symbol above on the Superior<br />
Multi-Country, Superior In-Depth<br />
Regional & Budget tour pages.
What’s the go?<br />
Staying where?<br />
Staying in<br />
How long &<br />
when?<br />
Easypace trips?<br />
Eat<br />
Your team<br />
definIte<br />
departures<br />
Superior<br />
Multi-Country<br />
hotel tours<br />
• Discover more of Europe<br />
with trips that visit multiple<br />
cities, regions & countries<br />
• Island cruising in Greece<br />
• All hotels with ensuite<br />
bathrooms & the comforts<br />
of home<br />
• Feature Hotel experiences<br />
(p.31)<br />
• Free WiFi in most hotels<br />
• Twin-share hotel rooms<br />
• ‘A room to myself’ options<br />
• Triple-share room options<br />
• Trips from 11 to 35 days<br />
• Summer (16 tours)<br />
• Winter (6 tours)<br />
• 4 Trips<br />
• Continental breakfast<br />
everyday<br />
• Lots of included meals<br />
• Many included dinners at local<br />
restaurants<br />
• Tour Manager & Driver<br />
• Local Guides<br />
snowboard<br />
& ski trips<br />
Keep it cool with our ski & boarding<br />
packages in Hopfgarten, Austria. The<br />
world’s #1 resort, combined with our very<br />
own Gasthof exclusive to our travelers. It’s<br />
the perfect way to indulge in the on-slope<br />
action, après ski & all-round good times.<br />
Superior<br />
In-Depth<br />
Regional<br />
hotel tours<br />
• Explore Europe deeper with<br />
trips that visit specific regions,<br />
countries or cities<br />
• Many 2-3 night stops means<br />
more time to explore locally<br />
• Cruising & sailing options<br />
• All hotels complete with<br />
ensuites & all the comforts of<br />
home<br />
• Feature Hotel experiences<br />
(p.31)<br />
• Free WiFi in most hotels<br />
• Twin-share hotel rooms<br />
• ‘A room to myself’ options<br />
• Triple-share room options<br />
• Trips from 5 to 23 days<br />
• Summer (36 tours)<br />
• Winter (14 tours)<br />
• 19 Trips<br />
• Continental breakfast<br />
everyday<br />
• More authentic local meals<br />
• ALL included dinners at local<br />
restaurants<br />
• Tour Manager & Driver<br />
• Local Guides<br />
• Cruise Representative<br />
Budget<br />
tours<br />
festivals s s &<br />
special events<br />
Over 500 defi nite departures, with more added every week. Check your tour on contiki.com<br />
& look out for the defi nite departure symbol on the availability calendar.<br />
• Discover more<br />
of Europe<br />
with trips that<br />
visit many cities, regions<br />
& countries<br />
• Flotilla sailing in Greece<br />
• Regional trips to Russia,<br />
Scandinavia & Greece<br />
12 | 13<br />
exclusives<br />
✓ Accommodations<br />
Food & team<br />
• <strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive Special<br />
Stopovers like a French Château,<br />
Austrian Gasthof, Corfu Beach<br />
Resort, Swiss Chalet (p.80)<br />
• <strong>Contiki</strong> Village Cabins<br />
• Free hotel upgrades<br />
• Free WiFi at <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Château<br />
& Gasthof<br />
• Hotels & Hostels<br />
• Maximum Quad-share<br />
• Many upgrades to<br />
Twin-share<br />
• Free hotel upgrades<br />
• Trips from 10 to 47 days<br />
• Summer (26 tours)<br />
• Winter (6 tours)<br />
• 1 Trip<br />
• Continental or cooked<br />
breakfast everyday<br />
• Lots of home-cooked fresh<br />
local meals<br />
• Tour Manager & Driver<br />
• On-site Teams at Special<br />
Stopovers & <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages<br />
• Local Guides<br />
From running with the bulls, catching some of the<br />
world’s biggest bands at Bilbao BBK Live & raising<br />
a stein at Oktoberfest we’ve got Europe’s epic<br />
festival scene covered. We’ve got Christmas & New<br />
Year trips to Paris & Amsterdam plus Edinburgh’s<br />
Hogmanay, cool day trips to Royal Ascot & more.
TEAM<br />
“Not all those who wander are lost”<br />
Imagine a travel buddy who knows<br />
Europe inside out – where to eat, play,<br />
sleep, party, shop & fi nd authentic<br />
local experiences. The <strong>Contiki</strong> team<br />
is more than just a walking, talking<br />
guidebook. They’re lifelong travelers<br />
whose sole passion is to make sure you<br />
have the time of your life.<br />
And of course it goes without<br />
saying that we’re here to take care of<br />
you too. We’ll look after the boring stuff,<br />
like fi nding the hotel, getting across<br />
borders & hauling luggage, so you can<br />
do what you came for – have fun!<br />
Our Tour Managers & Drivers are<br />
your oracles on all things Europe.<br />
They’re extensively trained &<br />
traveled. They know Europe inside<br />
out & are bursting with jaw-dropping<br />
experiences they can’t wait to share.<br />
Want to hunt down the designer<br />
threads in Paris? Want to paraglide<br />
through the Austrian Alps?<br />
All you’ve gotta do is ask!<br />
Our exclusive On-site Teams are set<br />
up throughout Europe to welcome<br />
you to your home away from home.<br />
All 100 of them live locally & can hook<br />
you up with the best things to see off<br />
the beaten path.<br />
We’ve been traveling around Europe<br />
for 50 years now & have a great<br />
network of expert Local Guides<br />
who’ll give you an insider’s unique<br />
perspective on the places you visit. It’s<br />
the special angle only a local can give.<br />
Look, we’ve just got to say it - our<br />
team is The Business. All of our Tour<br />
Managers, Drivers & On-site Teams<br />
are knowledgeable Europe lovers who<br />
are all about sharing their passions,<br />
discoveries & inside info with other<br />
adventure-seekers.<br />
meet SArka<br />
Šárka, Local Guide, Prague<br />
“I’ve been a guide for 10 years - it doesn’t feel like<br />
a job & I think it shows! Prague is one of the most<br />
magical cities in the world & has charm at any time<br />
of the year. I love seeing <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers enjoy<br />
Prague together - it’s not just about showing you<br />
the highlights. I love to share what I think is unique<br />
& special, so it’s more personal & local.”
meet t our<br />
tour managers<br />
mana<br />
meet cecilia<br />
Cecilia, Tour Manager, from Ancona, Italy<br />
“I’d describe myself as a musician, a traveler & a<br />
passionate Italian! I have so much to share with our<br />
travelers about my country - if I don’t I go crazy! I<br />
love answering questions about Italy, teaching my<br />
language, my favorite places to go & little secret<br />
sights, the really local stuff. I want to keep my<br />
traditions alive, especially the food. I love my job &<br />
I can’t imagine doing anything else.”<br />
meet Mark<br />
Mark, Tour Driver, from New Zealand<br />
“I traveled <strong>Contiki</strong> back in ‘05 & loved what I saw<br />
the team doing...I applied as soon as I got back!<br />
After 7 years I love Europe more than ever. My<br />
sister even works with us now.<br />
I work with the Tour Managers to take care of<br />
everything as you travel. I’ll get you where you need<br />
to be, so you arrive & get right amongst the action.<br />
There’s no stress when you travel <strong>Contiki</strong>.”<br />
no mandatory tipping,<br />
Passionate service &<br />
exclusive local knowledge.<br />
Meet more of our team on p.29, p.49 & p.83.<br />
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Europe is epic. and We make sure you see the VERY<br />
best - the blockbusters that’ll knock your socks<br />
off. BETTER THAN THAT we also show you the parts of<br />
Europe that you probably won’t find without a local<br />
friend in the know. it’s all included as standard with<br />
your backstage pass, so you get incredible value<br />
that can’t be matched by anyone else.<br />
Iconic sights, all included<br />
From the must-sees, like the Colosseum &<br />
the Berlin Wall, to the less obvious (but just<br />
as amazing) stuff – we make sure you see<br />
& experience all the best that Europe has to<br />
offer. We cover a bunch of entry fees s too,<br />
plus we’ll save you time, like line skipping at<br />
the Eiffel Tower & the Vatican.<br />
Traveling with us is AS MUCH about THE JOURNEY AS THE PLACES WE<br />
DISCOVER. Seeing Europe from all angles: from our comfy coaches,<br />
to included flights, train trips, ferry & boat rides.<br />
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ME<br />
Travel is all about freedom & discovery.<br />
You want to get amongst it. See more.<br />
Do more. Live more. And go home utterly<br />
& completely regret-free.<br />
ME Time is the last ingredient to that<br />
perfect trip. We make sure you get all the<br />
time you need to see your Europe, your<br />
way. It means having the freedom to<br />
choose; relaxing at a cozy café, heading<br />
off to explore that interesting local market<br />
down the road or getting a locally guided<br />
tour of Rome.<br />
Making the most of those personal<br />
moments that are unique to you is just as<br />
important as experiencing the big sights.<br />
They’re the memorable moments that<br />
happen when you least expect them,<br />
when you really connect with the places<br />
you visit & the people you travel with.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s Backstage Pass to Europe means<br />
our Team will help you get off the beaten<br />
track with the inside word on where to go<br />
& what to do.<br />
If you really want to make every moment<br />
count, our ME Time optionals give you<br />
the chance to take your trip to a whole<br />
new level with unforgettable experiences,<br />
unique to the places you visit. Some will<br />
get your blood pumping like paragliding<br />
in Tyrol, bobsledding in Lillehammer &<br />
learning to cook the Italian way in Rome.<br />
Others will let you soak up cultural Europe,<br />
like wine tasting in the Rhine Valley,<br />
fl amenco dancing in Barcelona or relaxing<br />
at a Turkish bathhouse. Our exclusive<br />
behind the scenes access around Europe<br />
means you’ll get great deals, & your ME<br />
Time optionals are all organized by us.<br />
Look out for the don’t miss call outs on our<br />
tour pages for some great tips on how to<br />
spend your ME Time. ME Time optionals<br />
available per tour are highlighted by the<br />
M symbol in our itineraries.<br />
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Sit back and watch this magical city<br />
open up from the canals in a gondola,<br />
taking in the city’s magic sights &<br />
sounds at every corner.<br />
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gondola ride, venice cabaret show, paris<br />
Practice your can-can at our Parisian<br />
Cabaret show in the heart of the<br />
Pigalle district.
don’t count the<br />
days. make the<br />
days count.<br />
ME Tim im i e, ppar<br />
aris is<br />
whitewater rafting,<br />
austria<br />
Get your blood pumping with some serious<br />
action in Tyrol’s monumental mountains.<br />
Challenge yourself – it’s your time!<br />
river cruise &<br />
dinner, budapest<br />
Sample Hungarian delights with<br />
Budapest as your backdrop on a<br />
Danube river cruise & dinner.<br />
Italian Cooking Class,<br />
Rome<br />
When in Rome…get in the know as you whip<br />
up delicious Italian pasta & other treats<br />
(from scratch!) at a traditional cooking class.<br />
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✓options<br />
Please note: ME Time optional activities are not included in the price of your tour. They are run by 3rd party operators & on occasions, for some e oof<br />
the activities, travelers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. Before you leave it’s important that you check your insurance includes your<br />
participation in adventure activities & be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding & therefore involve some risk.
Exploring new cultures through food<br />
is one of the best things about travel.<br />
And there’s no place on Earth that<br />
can deliver more diverse & delicious<br />
experiences than Europe. We’ll take<br />
you on a journey from homemade<br />
baklava in Greece to steaming pans<br />
of paella in Spain, pork knuckles<br />
& steins in Germany, and endless<br />
platters of fresh seafood plucked<br />
straight from the Mediterranean.<br />
Even old classics like pizza take on<br />
a new look when they’re made the<br />
way the Italians intended.<br />
Traveling the <strong>Contiki</strong> way is about<br />
authentic, local cuisine that you<br />
won’t fi nd anywhere else. Each<br />
region we travel to has its own special<br />
delicacies & traditional dishes. We<br />
tailor the food to your trip & we’ll<br />
take you right to the best on offer.<br />
On our Superior In-Depth Regional<br />
trips every included dinner is at one<br />
of our favorite local restaurants,<br />
cafés, trattorias or tavernas. You’ll get<br />
a chance to meet the local characters,<br />
and really indulge in the regional<br />
specialities. See p.48-49 for more.<br />
On many of our Superior Multi-<br />
Country tours you’ll get a chance to<br />
go local too, like at a bistro on the<br />
French Riviera, and authentic Italian<br />
trattorias in Rome & Florence. See<br />
p.28-31 for more.<br />
On our Budget trips we do a lot of<br />
local home cooking. Our On-site<br />
Teams are a pack of foodies who love<br />
to get creative with the abundance of<br />
fresh, local produce at their fi ngertips.<br />
It’s all about authenticity. Think<br />
Swiss fondue in Switzerland &<br />
Beaujolais red at our 16th Century<br />
French Château.<br />
See p.80-83 for more.<br />
Plus, on many of our ME Time<br />
optionals there’s even more to tempt,<br />
from an Italian feast with Chianti<br />
wine in the rolling Tuscan hills, to<br />
delicious meze in Istanbul or a<br />
Spanish banquet & fl amenco<br />
dancing in Barcelona.<br />
We include breakfast every day &<br />
lots of evening meals, but we like<br />
to leave some well-placed gaps (like<br />
lunches) for a few reasons. Rather<br />
than having to time your day of<br />
exploring around an included lunch,<br />
we believe in maximizing your ME<br />
Time to let you try the local fl avors<br />
as your choose. What’s more, it<br />
allows us to make the meals we<br />
include even better. So don’t sweat<br />
a few lunch inclusions others might<br />
offer - our amazing meals are worth<br />
way more than a few generic snacks.<br />
You’ll have the chance to do a little<br />
gourmet adventuring of your own -<br />
grab a recommendation from a team<br />
member, stalk a few locals, or just<br />
follow your nose to that beautiful<br />
bakery down the road.
see the stories<br />
behind our foodies food<br />
Just a few of the places<br />
you could get the taste of<br />
Europe with <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
Barcelona<br />
Viva España! Monchos is the place to get your<br />
taste buds around authentic Catalan dishes<br />
& fresh sangria in Spain.<br />
Taste it on: Spanish Spree & Mediterranean<br />
Highlights tours<br />
Rome<br />
Learn how to make pizza at Scoglio di Frisio with<br />
owner Eugenio, then taste the results at this rustic<br />
trattoria in the heart of the city.<br />
Taste it on: Best of Europe & Mediterranean<br />
Highlights tours<br />
Prague<br />
Goulash anyone? Indulge Czech-style at<br />
Restaurant Plzenska.<br />
Taste it on: Best of Europe, Eastern Road &<br />
Berlin to Budapest tours<br />
Budapest<br />
Hungarian cuisine = delicious. With the city as<br />
your backdrop on a Danube river cruise where<br />
better to try it?<br />
Taste it on: Berlin to Budapest tour<br />
Krakow<br />
Try authentic Polish cuisine at Ariel Restaurant<br />
Taste it on: Eastern Road tour<br />
Florence<br />
We love Italy! Experience Florentine cuisine at<br />
its best at Gatto e la Volpe<br />
Taste it on: Simply Italy tour<br />
York<br />
Get into the real British pub vibes at the<br />
Lowther Pub<br />
Taste it on: Great Britain & Ireland tour<br />
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the original since '62<br />
APRIL 29 th , 1962. 1 BEAT UP MINI-VAN, 12 ADVENTURERS, 12 WEEKS, 1<br />
CONTINENT, ONE HELL OF AN URGE TO EXPLORE. CONTIKI WAS BORN.<br />
The old vans have long since gone, but some things will never change. Our spirit of adventure lives on.<br />
We’re still as passionate about discovering new things as ever. Connecting young travelers is at the heart<br />
of everything we do. It’s about discovering mind-blowing places, sharing the adventures & having an<br />
awesome time doing it!<br />
“Good” has never been nearly good enough for our travelers or us. Making every trip the greatest ever,<br />
delivering awesome value, creating epic stories, lasting friendships & genuinely making every second count<br />
is what we’re all about.<br />
We’ve been heading out on epic<br />
adventures since ‘62. From<br />
europe, the usa to overland<br />
explorers from london to<br />
kathmandu & everywhere<br />
in between.<br />
1979: Afghanistan ADVENTURE<br />
EUROPE SINCE 1962<br />
1981: We said kia ora to<br />
contiki NZ<br />
1977: FRIENDS FOR LIFE, india<br />
1982: SUNRISE AT our french<br />
château<br />
1978: keeping it cool in<br />
communist russia<br />
1982: our american dream<br />
starts stateside & in<br />
1991: came contiki canada<br />
1984: we started making a<br />
splash down under 2009: contiki takes on asia 2011: Our newest crush...Latin America<br />
CONTIKI: THE ORIGINAL ADVENTURE TRAVEL COMPANY
packing tips 101<br />
Packing is easy if you’ve got the<br />
basics covered! Bring enough to<br />
cover you for a few days (who<br />
wants to be inside doing laundry<br />
when you could be checking out<br />
the sights?).<br />
It’s a good idea not to forget<br />
fl ip-fl ops & comfy shoes for when<br />
you’re out exploring too! You’ll<br />
need all your favorite creature<br />
comforts & bathroom essentials,<br />
sunglasses, plus adaptor plugs.<br />
(Note: On some Budget tours you’ll<br />
need a sleeping bag & towel too)<br />
Just remember that like most<br />
airlines, on our trips there’s a<br />
maximum of 44 lbs per person.<br />
We recommend leaving lots of<br />
space... for shopping of course!<br />
contiki shout<br />
Say hello to Shout, our hot new<br />
App iPhone users shouldn’t leave<br />
home without. From language<br />
translators, weather, currency<br />
converters & MeetUp functions,<br />
plus tips from Lonely Planet, it’s<br />
all about keeping in the know on<br />
the go. See p.25 for more.<br />
cash on contiki<br />
ATM machines are readily available<br />
in Europe, and our Team know the<br />
best places to access cash on the<br />
go. Prep yourself with some cash,<br />
credit cards like Visa & for<br />
converting USD to European<br />
currencies, try our handy Shout App<br />
when you’re on the go.<br />
contiki made easy<br />
We ensure your trip is stress-free before you<br />
even leave home. From ideas on what trip to take,<br />
to what to pack or travel tips, we make it easy.<br />
FOR ALL THIS INFO & A WHOLE LOT MORE VISIT<br />
CONTIKI.COM/FIRSTTIMETRAVELER.<br />
first time<br />
traveler?<br />
We know your fi rst big adventure<br />
can be stressful, so if you’ve got<br />
questions, let us know! Give us a call,<br />
drop us a line on Facebook, Tweet us<br />
or fl ick us an email - our team of<br />
experts can help with anything &<br />
everything <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
traveling solo?<br />
More than half our travelers go it<br />
solo, so on our trips you’re<br />
guaranteed to meet up with<br />
like-minded people from all over the<br />
world. And we make it easy to<br />
connect with other travelers on your<br />
tour through <strong>Contiki</strong> MeetUps before<br />
you leave home.<br />
meetups<br />
MeetUps get you in touch with<br />
others on your trip before it even<br />
starts! It’s simple - book your trip,<br />
log on, share travel tips, like packing<br />
advice & countdown to your<br />
adventures with your new friends<br />
before you’ve even packed your<br />
bags. See contiki.com/meetups.<br />
need a passport<br />
or visa?<br />
Getting a passport is easy, so don’t<br />
let it stop you from getting the<br />
journey started. Get ready for new<br />
stamps & new adventures wherever<br />
you want to go. Visit www.travel.<br />
state.gov & follow the links to the<br />
passport section, download & print<br />
the forms then apply (in person) &<br />
you’re done. Our tip: Passports can<br />
take some time to get back, so leave<br />
a good amount of time before<br />
taking your trip (just in case).<br />
Plus, most US citizens don’t need a<br />
visa to visit Europe. If you’re<br />
planning to visit Egypt or Turkey,<br />
then visa’s are easily purchased on<br />
arrival. And if you’re visiting Russia,<br />
visas can be purchased before you<br />
leave home at your local Russian<br />
embassy. Easy.<br />
weather<br />
Summer in Europe can have soaring<br />
temperatures, so make sure to pack<br />
for the heat! Remember, even<br />
though it’s hot, it can get chilly at<br />
night, so bring something for any<br />
kinda weather. Jump online & check<br />
out the weather before you go.<br />
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We know there’s more to your travels than the time you spend<br />
away, so there are a number of exclusive <strong>Contiki</strong> online tools to help<br />
you get the most out of your travel experience.<br />
Find out more at contiki.com<br />
Tools<br />
meetups<br />
Meet the rest of your travelers before you go in our private MeetUps. Access it on the go<br />
with our new ew iiPh<br />
P one app, ‘Shout’.<br />
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facebook<br />
We realize questions can<br />
co c me up anytime & our team<br />
are here to help 24/7<br />
facebook.com/contiki<br />
#CONTIKI on your<br />
tweets, we read<br />
everything.<br />
Check-in<br />
Check in for your tour before you go. It’ll<br />
save you time & paperwork on the fi rst day ay<br />
of your trip & makes sure we have your<br />
important details on fi le.<br />
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All our tweeters have been on<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> trips themselves & can<br />
help with questions or advice<br />
twitter.com/contiki_US<br />
Follow our vloggers<br />
& get inspired for your<br />
travels.<br />
youtube<br />
Join us as we take you<br />
behind the scenes of Con onti tiki ki<br />
trips around the world<br />
youtube.com/contiki
<strong>Download</strong> our App<br />
today - It’s Free.<br />
Shout brings together the photos, videos<br />
& updates of everyone traveling on the<br />
same tour to create one epic story of<br />
your trip together. Save every moment<br />
and create a real-life timeline of your<br />
awesome travels to share with your<br />
friends back home.<br />
Find out more at contiki.com/app<br />
timeline<br />
Create a shared group timeline of your<br />
travel adventures.<br />
Chat<br />
Meet other travelers before you go on<br />
your trip & chat on the go.<br />
Travel tools<br />
View your trip itinerary, maps & more.<br />
Plus view nearby hotspots provided by<br />
Lonely Planet. Looking for a restaurant?<br />
A museum? The population of Florence?<br />
Shout has you covered.<br />
Includes content<br />
provided by<br />
the exchange<br />
The Exchange brings together the hottest trends in<br />
music, fashion, food, nightlife & so much more from<br />
around the globe. From the best spots to get your<br />
European fashion fi x, to a guide on the best festivals<br />
& the European music scene, we’ve got you covered.<br />
We pull together the insider gossip from a bunch of<br />
contributors including some of the coolest brands, bloggers,<br />
our travelers & of course our very own <strong>Contiki</strong> team out on the<br />
road. It’s everything you’ll need to know for your upcoming<br />
Europe trip written by young & fun people just like you.<br />
Find out more at contiki.com/exchange<br />
Piazza Navona, Rome<br />
BBK Live Festival, Bilbao<br />
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unrivaled value<br />
You can’t do all that we do for less. See More. Do More. Get More.<br />
Independent travel isn’t all it’s cut out to be. Hidden costs & taxes, sketchy accommodations, over-infl ated peak season prices,<br />
taxis & locally guided tours can all end up costing way more than you think. What’s more, you have to sort it all yourself.<br />
We’ve done the math & compared a typical day on a Superior Hotel tour to a day doing the same on your own. You can’t get<br />
close to the same quality of accommodations, amazing food experiences & exclusive inclusions for the same price. What’s best,<br />
our awesome team are here to share their exclusive knowledge, to make your trip hassle-free & show you a jaw-dropping,<br />
eye-popping good time.<br />
It’s all part of our exclusive Backstage Pass to Europe.<br />
Breakfast including<br />
orange juice, fruit & coffee<br />
Your daily travel €6.00<br />
Transportation<br />
to your next destination<br />
Guided historical<br />
city tour<br />
Three-course<br />
local meal<br />
Accommodations<br />
at a central city hotel<br />
€9.00 €8.00 Included<br />
Day Metro pass (all zones)<br />
€19.00<br />
2nd class 25yrs or under based on<br />
the global pass valid in 22 countries<br />
for 1 month<br />
€51.00<br />
Guided city walking tour through<br />
Rome & Rome bus tour<br />
€30.00<br />
A pizza making lesson & meal<br />
at Scoglio di Frisio, Rome<br />
€60.00<br />
Regent Hotel, Rome<br />
€3.00<br />
Day Metro pass (all zones)<br />
€19.00<br />
2nd class 25yrs or under based on<br />
the global pass valid in 22 countries s<br />
for 1 month<br />
€36.00<br />
Athens city sightseeing & locally<br />
guided tour of the Acropolis<br />
€31.00<br />
Greek delights at<br />
The Hani, Plaka<br />
€69.00<br />
Hotel President, Athens<br />
Included<br />
Included<br />
Included<br />
Included<br />
Included<br />
Hidden taxes Eeek Who Knows?!? Eeek Who Knows?!? Included<br />
Cost of traveling<br />
your own way<br />
rome, italy athens, greece TravelING greece &<br />
italy with contiki how<br />
US$215/Day US$204/Day<br />
Compare other ways to travel with <strong>Contiki</strong> in a day<br />
Budget from US$113/Day<br />
Superior Multi-Country<br />
from US$125/Day<br />
Superior In-Depth Regional<br />
from US$111/Day<br />
* Prices & exchange rates validated at July 10th, 2012 at the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice. Sightseeing cost comparison is based on<br />
similar activities of what’s included in a <strong>Contiki</strong> tour price. <strong>Contiki</strong> pricing based on 23 Day European Vista (Winter) p.42, 15 Day Spanish Spree (Winter) p.62-63<br />
& 25 Day European Trail (Winter) p.96.<br />
much is<br />
your time<br />
worth?<br />
Traveling on your own<br />
can be stressful. How do<br />
I get there? Where<br />
should I stay? What stuff<br />
do I need to see & how<br />
do I get tickets? There’s<br />
so much to sort & it can<br />
take up lots of your<br />
precious time. Leave the<br />
hard parts to us - we get<br />
you there, sort your<br />
accommodations, show<br />
you the main sites (& the<br />
hidden gems too) &<br />
share advice on the best<br />
things to see & do.<br />
And in today’s world,<br />
having certainty over<br />
your costs is another plus.
we know how important your hard-earned CASH is to you,<br />
so we have plenty of deals to help IT go further.<br />
traveling again?<br />
If you’ve traveled with us before, we’d like to welcome you<br />
back with a 5% discount. Plus, we can hook you up with discounts<br />
with our sister companies as well. See p.114 for more.<br />
2 or more triple share<br />
Book 2 <strong>Contiki</strong> tours of 7<br />
days or longer at the same<br />
time & get US$100 off the<br />
cost of the second tour.<br />
book with friends<br />
We believe in the principle of “the<br />
more the merrier.” So the more friends<br />
you can round up, the more you will save.<br />
4 or more Everyone saves 5%<br />
7 or more Everyone saves 7.5%<br />
10 or more Everyone saves 10%,<br />
or invite an 11th for free!<br />
Book a triple share room<br />
& we’ll give you 5% off<br />
(available on many of our<br />
Superior hotel tours).<br />
Europe’s still<br />
hot when the<br />
temperature drops<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> explores Europe year round, including winter.<br />
Think snow, sights & slopes! There are 26 winter tours<br />
to choose from as well<br />
as our popular Ski<br />
Austria packages.<br />
For more winter tour<br />
options & info – see<br />
p.102-103. Or check out<br />
our trips that run yearround,<br />
marked with the<br />
symbol above on p.5.<br />
pay early for the best deals<br />
Book & pay early for the best deal on your tour & airfares.<br />
Don’t miss out as these discounts are subject to availability<br />
& may be withdrawn.<br />
Save up to US$610<br />
Pay in full on or before Dec, 27th 2012 & save up to 10%.<br />
Save up to US$455<br />
Pay in full on or before Feb, 28th 2013 & save up to 7.5%.<br />
Save up to US$305<br />
Pay in full on or before Apr, 30th 2013 & save up to 5%.<br />
* Pay Early Savings of US$610, US$455 & US$305 based on 35 Day European Explorer p.43.<br />
single traveler saving<br />
If traveling alone, share a room with another <strong>Contiki</strong> traveler<br />
on a same-sex, twin-room basis (non-smoking). On our Superior<br />
tours, if you prefer your own room, we have a cost-effective single<br />
supplement available. See each tour itinerary for details.<br />
The facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of you tour price only (This excludes taxes, included<br />
flight costs and any applicable food funds. Your tour price does not include the costs of international flights to<br />
/ from Europe that start or end your tour). You can combine group discounts (‘Book with friends’), multi-tour<br />
discounts (‘2 or more’) & early payment (‘Pay Early’) discounts on tours of 7 days or longer.<br />
Found your perfect vacation? Got an upcoming birthday, graduation<br />
or special event or just want help paying off your trip? Sign up for<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Layaway & ask your family & friends to give towards your<br />
vacation (what could be a better present than that?) Plus, you can<br />
use Layaway to make payments yourself, allowing you to budget your<br />
savings to pay off your trip easily. Visit contiki.com/layaway for more.<br />
US$20 Million<br />
Customer Protection<br />
The traveling public has always been concerned about the<br />
protection of their advanced bookings. As part of <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
commitment to providing our customers with peace of mind in<br />
all dealings with <strong>Contiki</strong>, Travcorp Financial Services Limited has<br />
provided a letter of credit to <strong>Contiki</strong> for US$20 Million with respect<br />
to all customers traveling with <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
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superior HOTEL<br />
TOURS<br />
OUR GREAT VALUE hotel tours are all about keeping it comfy every day you travel.<br />
you’ll stay in well located hotels, always twin-share with excellent facilities.<br />
2 ways to go<br />
multi-country<br />
• Spectacular Feature Hotels<br />
• See more in the time you have<br />
• Trips from 11 - 35 days<br />
• Options to start & end in London,<br />
Paris or Amsterdam<br />
• See p.30-31.<br />
in-depth regional<br />
• Mostly 2 & 3 night stays, often later<br />
starts in the morning<br />
• Go in-depth in a country or region<br />
• Trips from 5 - 23 days<br />
• Even more authentic, local meals<br />
• See p.48-49.<br />
your backstage pass<br />
includes:<br />
Exclusive food<br />
Superior tours include breakfast<br />
each day & lots of dinners. But we<br />
don’t include your lunches so you’re<br />
free to go exploring & do your own<br />
thing, to suit your taste & budget.<br />
Our In-Depth Regional trips include<br />
even more local restaurant meals so<br />
you can taste the best local fl avors in<br />
the places you visit.<br />
We don’t include lunches for a few<br />
reasons. We believe in maximizing your<br />
ME Time to allow you to explore local<br />
fl avors as your choose. What’s more, it<br />
allows us to ensure that the meals we<br />
include are even better. So don’t sweat a<br />
few lunch inclusions others might offer -<br />
our amazing meals are worth way more<br />
than a few generic snacks.<br />
Exclusive Inclusions<br />
You’ll see the best of all the places<br />
that we travel - the best sites are<br />
included in the cost of your tour &<br />
lots of extra special experiences too.<br />
We’ll show you all the blockbusters,<br />
but better than that we’ll also get you<br />
to the parts of Europe that only a local<br />
friend in the know can open up.<br />
Exclusive accomModationS<br />
Superior is all twin-share hotel<br />
accommodations, every night. It’s all the<br />
comforts that you would expect, and a<br />
home away from home. It’s the perfect<br />
place to head back to after a long day<br />
of exploring. Comfort to us means great<br />
facilities you’ll love - like TVs in your room,<br />
en-suites, pools, gyms, bars & free WiFi<br />
at most. Bliss.<br />
• Location, location, location!<br />
Staying close to the action is key, so<br />
we get you closer with more central<br />
hotels. That means more time getting<br />
out there & less time getting to the<br />
places that count, so you see &<br />
experience more. Like close to Montmartre<br />
(home of the Sacre Coeur & the Moulin<br />
Rouge) in Paris, right by Prague Old<br />
Town Square & right near the Duomo<br />
in Florence.<br />
Our hotels have easy access to public<br />
transportation, so jump on the Metro, tube<br />
or tram & get moving. Like the Hotel<br />
Regent, Rome (just 2 stops on the Metro to<br />
the heart of the city) or Blue Square Hotel,<br />
Amsterdam (a 10 minute tram ride to the<br />
city center).<br />
Exclusive access<br />
After 50 years traveling around Europe,<br />
no company can provide better access to<br />
Europe than <strong>Contiki</strong>. Like skipping the lines<br />
at the Eiffel Tower & the Vatican.<br />
Plus, we’ll get you around in style, doing<br />
all the hard work and saving your precious<br />
time for exploring. And, staying connected<br />
has never been easier with WiFi on our<br />
coaches & at most of the places we stay.<br />
Exclusive TEAM<br />
With your expert Tour Manager & Tour<br />
Driver at hand, you’re ready to explore<br />
– they’ll tell you all the hot places to go<br />
including the main sights & what’s off the<br />
beaten path too so you can discover your<br />
Europe. And we mix it up with our expert<br />
Local Guides, who will fast-track you to the<br />
best local secrets & info.<br />
Exclusive options<br />
We ensure there’s plenty of ME Time to do<br />
what you want, to customize your trip to<br />
you. Choose from our ME Time optionals<br />
or just use your free time to chill out, relax<br />
& do what you want.<br />
We WiFi<br />
73% of our Superior properties have<br />
FREE WiFi! Staying connected is easy!
easypace<br />
With minimum 2 & 3 night stays, often<br />
later starts in the morning, and even<br />
more local meals, our easypace tours<br />
offer a more relaxed way to see Europe.<br />
Plus, you still get all the great authentic<br />
experiences that let you get a deeper<br />
look into the places you visit. Look out<br />
for the symbol above on the Superior<br />
Multi-Country and Superior In-Depth<br />
Regional tour pages.<br />
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superior<br />
hotel<br />
tours<br />
Want a taste of all Europe has to offer?<br />
Superior Multi-Country trips visit a lot<br />
of countries, in the time you’ve got.<br />
Multi-Country is all about comfy twinshare<br />
hotels every night & extra special<br />
Feature Hotel experiences with<br />
exceptional facilities, for a little<br />
extra glam as you travel.<br />
discover more<br />
of europe<br />
• Always twin-share as standard<br />
• Spectacular Feature Hotels<br />
• ‘A room to myself’ option<br />
• Triple-share option<br />
• Easypace options – take it easier<br />
• Options to start or end in Paris,<br />
London or Amsterdam<br />
• Trips from 11 - 35 days<br />
be b rlin in
feature<br />
hotels -<br />
relax & enjoy<br />
a little glam<br />
Château de Fontager.<br />
Spend a night in the beautiful French<br />
countryside at this charming castle beside<br />
the River Rhone. Indulge in delicious<br />
French cuisine in the banqueting room,<br />
take a dip in the huge pool, or just sit back<br />
& take in the surroundings.<br />
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Aphrodite Resort Hotel,<br />
Mykonos.<br />
Set on one of Mykonos’ best beaches,<br />
this resort hotel is your chance to<br />
really relax. Take advantage of the<br />
amazing facilities & surroundings. Swim,<br />
sunbathe or get active & try some<br />
watersports or tennis.<br />
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Mount Titlis, Swiss Alps.<br />
Get a taste of the true Alpine lifestyle &<br />
incredible views at our hotel set 3,300 ft<br />
(1000m) up Mount Titlis. There is year<br />
round snow, so ride to the 10,000 ft<br />
(3048m) summit in one of the world’s<br />
only revolving cable cars to explore the<br />
glacier & Glacier Park. There’s all kinds<br />
of snow toys at the top or if going a little<br />
slower is more your thing, then hire a<br />
bike or hike the many mountain trails.<br />
mt. . ti titlis, swiss alps<br />
Eventhotel Pyramide, Vienna.<br />
This one-of-a-kind hotel is an attraction<br />
in itself! The rooms are deluxe & if you’re<br />
feeling like a bit of pampering, there’s<br />
a wellness center with a tranquil indoor<br />
aquatic world, sauna & pool to chill out<br />
in after a long day’s sightseeing.<br />
Hotel Cabala, Rome.<br />
When in Rome… there’s no better<br />
place to stay than a Roman Villa.<br />
With 360-degree views of the Roman<br />
countryside, Hotel Cabala is a welcome<br />
escape after the busy streets of the<br />
city. Rooms are spacious, chic & airconditioned…<br />
not to mention the<br />
fantastic pool.<br />
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Himmelrich Hotel,<br />
Kriens, Lucerne.<br />
Nestled part way up Switzerland’s<br />
mighty Mt. Pilatus, this hotel gives<br />
you the city’s best views over this<br />
stunning region. Take in the impressive<br />
scenery from the outdoor deck with<br />
Switzerland’s dramatic Alps as your<br />
backdrop. Combine this with modern<br />
facilities & FREE WiFi, this hotel is the<br />
ultimate way to stay by Lucerne.<br />
no single<br />
supplements<br />
Even if you’re planning on leaving your<br />
friends at home, don’t worry. We’ll match<br />
you with a same-sex roommate, so it’s<br />
all good. More than half our travelers are<br />
just like you – ready to head off on their<br />
own & experience Europe with young, fun<br />
& like-minded travel buddies.<br />
‘A room to<br />
myself’ option<br />
If you like the idea of a little more privacy<br />
& comfort, you always have the option<br />
of a room all to yourself for a little extra.<br />
Check out the tour price panels for details.<br />
Limited single rooms available.<br />
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meet chris<br />
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Tour Manager, from Melbourne<br />
Before <strong>Contiki</strong> I was a graphic designer<br />
working in Melbourne, but here I am now<br />
working & living in Europe! My passion is art,<br />
culture & travel. I love exploring new places<br />
I visit, as well as finding new hidden spots in<br />
cities I’ve been to time & time again.<br />
I’m always on the hunt for street art &<br />
places to share with my travelers. I’m all<br />
about showing off the sights & sounds of<br />
Europe that I’ve discovered along the way.
european<br />
magic<br />
11 Days<br />
8 countries<br />
From US$1429pp*<br />
US$130 per day<br />
england<br />
BELGIUM (IN TRANSIT)<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
GERMANY / AUSTRIA<br />
ITALY / SWITZERLAND<br />
FRANCE<br />
1<br />
Wales<br />
london 1<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
ATLANTIC<br />
OCEAN<br />
ENGLAND<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end cities<br />
Dover<br />
Calais<br />
PARIS<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
1<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
BELGIUM<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
Swiss<br />
Alps<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
SWITZ<br />
1<br />
RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
MUNICH 1<br />
1<br />
LUCERNE<br />
GERMANY<br />
Lake Como<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
ITALY<br />
BALTIC SEA<br />
Czech Rep<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
Innsbruck<br />
Slovenia<br />
2 VENICE<br />
Croatia<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Bosnia<br />
Poland<br />
Slovakia<br />
Hungary<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Guided city walking tour in Venice<br />
Serbia M Venetian dinner & regional wines<br />
in Venice<br />
M Private cruise on Lake Lucerne<br />
PARIS<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Locally guided bike tour of Munich’s famous landmarks<br />
• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour<br />
• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
visit<br />
Papeneilnad bar,<br />
Amsterdam. One of the<br />
oldest pubs in the city & on<br />
the corner of Brouwersgracht<br />
(the ‘Dam’s most<br />
photographed<br />
canal) it’s<br />
perfect for<br />
people<br />
watching.<br />
@Allyson Pete: Germany yesterday ... Italy today ...<br />
Switzerland tomorrow..! This is why we love @contiki<br />
Visit contiki.com/magic
Need a serious European<br />
fix but don’t have much<br />
time? The European Magic<br />
is perfect. Taste the<br />
different vibes of Europe,<br />
from the canals of Venice<br />
to the history of Germany<br />
& from chic Paris to the<br />
exhilarating Alps.<br />
venice<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to the Imperial Hotel,<br />
then free time to explore London.<br />
Day 3: London to Amsterdam<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team. Ferry across the English<br />
Channel & head up to the<br />
free-wheeling, vibrant city of<br />
Amsterdam via Belgium. (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
• See Amsterdam’s canals &<br />
gable houses by night<br />
M Evening boat cruise along<br />
the canals<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam to<br />
Rhine Valley<br />
Check out Amsterdam’s myriad<br />
of museums, canals & cool<br />
cafés. Next, stop in the Rhine<br />
Valley with its charming wine<br />
villages & old-time German<br />
atmosphere. (B,D)<br />
• Stunning drive along the<br />
Rhine River<br />
M Wine tasting in an historic<br />
cellar<br />
Day 5: Rhine Valley to<br />
Munich<br />
Head south to Munich, a<br />
charming festive 800-year-old<br />
city & home of the worldfamous<br />
Oktoberfest. (B)<br />
• Learn how beer steins are<br />
crafted<br />
• See the Lorelei Rock<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />
Day 6: Munich to Venice<br />
Wind through the Bavarian<br />
Alps & stop at Innsbruck,<br />
Austria before we arrive in<br />
enchanting Venice. (B,D)<br />
• See the Golden Roof, Royal<br />
Palace & Olympic Ski Jump<br />
in Innsbruck<br />
M Bobsled ride<br />
Day 7: Venice<br />
Meander through the ‘floating<br />
city’s’ tight alleyways & canals<br />
to find grand squares, art-filled<br />
palazzos, interesting little shops,<br />
bars & markets. An optional<br />
gondola ride is a must! (B)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
•<br />
See Venice’s iconic canals<br />
& gondolas<br />
M Gondola ride along the<br />
canals<br />
Day 8: Venice to Lucerne<br />
Catch a glimpse of magical<br />
Lake Como & then steer all the<br />
way into the heart of the Swiss<br />
Alps. (B,D)<br />
See the Wooden Chapel<br />
•<br />
lucerne<br />
•<br />
Bridge in Lucerne<br />
Scenic Alpine drive<br />
Day 9: Lucerne to Paris<br />
Pass through the lush<br />
vineyards & wine regions of<br />
Burgundy to the glittering “City<br />
of Lights”. (B,D)<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 10: Paris<br />
Indulge in sophisticated Paris<br />
- shop the chic boutiques,<br />
overload on pastries, traditional<br />
baguettes & cheese or sit<br />
back with a café au lait &<br />
people watch. (B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
M Cabaret show & three<br />
course dinner<br />
Day 11: Depart Paris<br />
Morning transfer to Paris CDG<br />
Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay. (B)<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBHH<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 12 Apr 14 Apr 22 1699<br />
Apr 26 Apr 28 May 6 1699<br />
May 10 May 12 May 20 1749<br />
May 17 May 19 May 27 1789<br />
May 24 May 26 Jun 3 1789<br />
May 31 Jun 2 Jun 10 1789<br />
Jun 7 Jun 9 Jun 17 1789<br />
Jun 14 Jun 16 Jun 24 1789<br />
Jun 21 Jun 23 Jul 1 1789<br />
Jun 28 Jun 30 Jul 8 1789<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Jul 15 1829<br />
Jul 8 Jul 10 Jul 18 1829<br />
Jul 12 Jul 14 Jul 22 1829<br />
Jul 15 Jul 17 Jul 25 1829<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
amsterdam<br />
amsterdam<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWHH w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 17 Oct 19 Oct 27 1505<br />
Oct 24 Oct 26 Nov 3 1505<br />
Oct 31 Nov 2 Nov 10 1469<br />
Nov 21 Nov 23 Dec 1 1469<br />
Nov 28 Nov 30 Dec 8 1469<br />
Dec 5 Dec 7 Dec 15 1469<br />
Dec 12 Dec 14 Dec 22 1469<br />
Dec 19 Dec 21 Dec 29 1509<br />
Dec 26 Dec 28 Jan 5 1509<br />
Dec 28 Dec 30 Jan 7 1509<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 19 Jul 21 Jul 29 1829<br />
Jul 26 Jul 28 Aug 5 1829<br />
Jul 29 Jul 31 Aug 8 1829<br />
Aug 2 Aug 4 Aug 12 1789<br />
Aug 9 Aug 11 Aug 19 1749<br />
Aug 16 Aug 18 Aug 26 1749<br />
Aug 23 Aug 25 Sep 2 1749<br />
Aug 30 Sep 1 Sep 9 1789<br />
Sep 6 Sep 8 Sep 16 1789<br />
Sep 13 Sep 15 Sep 23 1789<br />
Sep 20 ● Sep 22 Sep 30 1789<br />
Sep 27 ● Sep 29 Oct 7 1789<br />
Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 14 1789<br />
2014<br />
Dec 31 Jan 2 Jan 10 1509<br />
Jan 2 Jan 4 Jan 12 1509<br />
Jan 9 Jan 11 Jan 19 1509<br />
Jan 23 Jan 25 Feb 2 1429<br />
Feb 6 Feb 8 Feb 16 1429<br />
Feb 20 Feb 22 Mar 2 1429<br />
Mar 6 Mar 8 Mar 16 1429<br />
Mar 13 Mar 15 Mar 23 1455<br />
Mar 20 Mar 22 Mar 30 1455<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBHH - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$459.<br />
WWHH - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$379.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Superior<br />
European<br />
Magic<br />
11 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
9 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation:<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
13 meals:<br />
8 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
5 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$180.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
lucerne<br />
5<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
32 | 33
easypace<br />
amsterdam<br />
to barcelona<br />
12 Days<br />
7 countries<br />
From US$2075pp*<br />
US$173 per day<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
BELGIUM (IN TRANSIT)<br />
FRANCE / SWITZERLAND<br />
ITALY (IN TRANSIT)<br />
MONACO / SPAIN<br />
Portugal<br />
1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
SPAIN<br />
PARIS 2<br />
Pyrenees<br />
Mountains<br />
BARCELONA<br />
FRANCE<br />
2<br />
BELGIUM<br />
Champagne Region<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
Edam<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
LUCERNE 2<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
Swiss<br />
Alps<br />
Monaco<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
SWITZ<br />
Germany Czech Rep<br />
Serravalle<br />
(Designer<br />
outlet mall)<br />
ITALY<br />
Austria<br />
Slovenia<br />
Croatia<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Cable car ride up Mt. Pilatus<br />
(weather dependant) in Lucerne<br />
M Traditional Swiss lunch & folklore show<br />
in Lucerne<br />
barcelona<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals<br />
through cheese making Edam<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour<br />
• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter<br />
local<br />
hotspot<br />
Feel like partying amongst<br />
dodgem cars & birdcages?<br />
Better check out<br />
a club in<br />
Lucerne<br />
called Mad<br />
Wallstreet<br />
for some<br />
eclectic<br />
fun!<br />
Adel de Lange: I just came back from my<br />
very first contiki tour, it was amazing. Met alot<br />
of great people & have awesome memories.<br />
Definitely not gonna be my last one. Already starting to<br />
plan my next one.<br />
Visit contiki.com/amsterdam-barcelona
If variety is what gets you<br />
going, this cultural overload<br />
from Amsterdam to Barcelona<br />
will give you the hit you need.<br />
From pancakes & cheese in the<br />
‘Dam & the très chic French to<br />
the fresh Swiss Alps & sangria<br />
in Spain - you’ll encounter it<br />
all & more on this 12 day trip.<br />
switzerland<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Amsterdam<br />
Check-in to your hotel & explore<br />
this free-wheeling, vibrant city.<br />
Later, meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team. (D)<br />
Day 3: Amsterdam<br />
Hop on a bike & peddle past<br />
windmills in the scenic village<br />
of Edam, world-famous for its<br />
namesake cheese. Afterwards,<br />
check out Amsterdam’s myriad<br />
of museums, trendy cafés,<br />
great shopping & notoriously<br />
fun nightclubs. (B)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
• See the city’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
M Evening boat cruise along<br />
the canals<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam to Paris<br />
Journey through Belgium, past<br />
Waterloo & into the glittering<br />
“City of Lights.” (B,D)<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 5: Paris<br />
Indulge in sophisticated<br />
Paris where you’ll find magic,<br />
romance & history amongst the<br />
city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />
M Cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 6: Paris to Lucerne<br />
Pass through the lush<br />
vineyards of Burgundy to the<br />
breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />
Day 7: Lucerne<br />
Wake up in lakeside Lucerne.<br />
You could head to the Alps for<br />
panoramic views, hit the shops for<br />
watches, chocolate & Swiss Army<br />
knives, or sit café side & relax<br />
overlooking the lake & famous<br />
Wooden Chapel Bridge. (B)<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel<br />
Bridge<br />
• View the Lion Monument<br />
M Private cruise on stunning<br />
Lake Lucerne<br />
Day 8: Lucerne to French<br />
Riviera<br />
En route to Italy feed your<br />
shopping urges today – you<br />
can pick up famous fashion<br />
labels at bargain prices at a<br />
designer outlet mall stop before<br />
reaching the glamorous French<br />
Riviera. (B,D)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
Day 9: French Riviera<br />
Do as the locals do - stroll<br />
through outdoor markets, shop<br />
the upscale boutiques & sun<br />
worship on the beach. Later<br />
rub shoulders with the rich &<br />
famous in Monaco! (B)<br />
• See the Royal Palace in<br />
Monaco<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
M Dinner near the Royal Palace<br />
of Monaco<br />
Day 10: French Riviera to<br />
Barcelona<br />
Travel past Cannes, through<br />
France’s rustic Provence region,<br />
over the Pyrénées Mountains to<br />
Mediterranean Barcelona. (B,D)<br />
• Scenic drive along the<br />
Côte d’Azur<br />
Day 11: Barcelona<br />
See why this sexy city sizzles<br />
on a sightseeing tour. It’s<br />
food, fiesta, fashion & fun<br />
everywhere from Gaudi’s<br />
amazing architecture to the<br />
buzz of La Rambla. Tonight, feel<br />
the passion at an unforgettable<br />
optional flamenco show! (B)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada<br />
Família & the 1992 Olympic<br />
Games complex<br />
M Flamenco dance show<br />
Day 12: Depart Barcelona<br />
Swap email addresses & say<br />
farewell to your new-found<br />
friends as your tour ends after<br />
breakfast. (B)<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBAB<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Ams’dam Barcelona pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 2 May 3 May 13 2075<br />
May 16 May 17 May 27 2159<br />
May 23 May 24 Jun 3 2159<br />
Jun 6 Jun 7 Jun 17 2159<br />
Jun 20 Jun 21 Jul 1 2159<br />
Jun 27 Jun 28 Jul 8 2159<br />
Jul 4 Jul 5 Jul 15 2235<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
amsterdam<br />
the french riviera<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Ams’dam Barcelona pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 11 Jul 12 Jul 22 2235<br />
Jul 18 Jul 19 Jul 29 2235<br />
Aug 1 Aug 2 Aug 12 2159<br />
Aug 22 Aug 23 Sep 2 2075<br />
Aug 29 Aug 30 Sep 9 2159<br />
Sep 5 Sep 6 Sep 16 2159<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$635 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
10 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation:<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
15 meals:<br />
10 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
5 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$220.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
3<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
34 | 35<br />
Superior<br />
Amsterdam<br />
to Barcelona<br />
12 days<br />
easypace
european discovery<br />
IRISH<br />
SEA<br />
14 Days<br />
9 countries<br />
From US$1825pp*<br />
US$131 per day<br />
england<br />
BELGIUM (IN TRANSIT)<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
GERMANY / AUSTRIA<br />
ITALY / VATICAN CITY<br />
SWITZERLAND/ FRANCE<br />
1<br />
Wales<br />
ATLANTIC<br />
OCEAN<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON<br />
1<br />
Calais<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end cities<br />
Dover<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
FRANCE<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
1 AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
LUCERNE<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
RHINE 1<br />
VALLEY<br />
SWITZ<br />
1<br />
MUNICH 1<br />
Swiss<br />
Alps<br />
Lake Como<br />
FLORENCE 1<br />
GERMANY<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
Slovenia<br />
1<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
ITALY<br />
Vatican City<br />
Czech Rep<br />
1 TYROL<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
VENICE<br />
2 ROME<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Poland<br />
Hungary<br />
Croatia<br />
Bosnia<br />
Slovakia<br />
Montenegro<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Bike ride in the Austrian Tyrol (summer<br />
departures only)<br />
M Tuscan hills feast in Florence<br />
Abbie LaRose: Just finished the European<br />
Discovery Tour & it was Amazing. Would<br />
recommend <strong>Contiki</strong> to everyone. Our Tour<br />
Manager Filippo & our Coach driver Geordie were<br />
awesome & made the trip a blast. Can’t wait to book<br />
my next <strong>Contiki</strong> Trip just need to decide where.<br />
ROME<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Locally guided bike tour of Munich’s famous landmarks<br />
• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Special access Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Enjoy delicious gelato in Rome – our treat<br />
• Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio, Medici<br />
Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour<br />
• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
Visit contiki.com/discovery<br />
for the<br />
romantics<br />
Take an Amsterdam canal<br />
cruise & kiss under the Skinny<br />
Bridge. As the tale goes,<br />
you’ll be together forever!
Hit Europe hard & get<br />
a lot in a little time<br />
as you see, taste &<br />
experience its coolest<br />
sites. From romantic Italy<br />
to cool German vibes, the<br />
scenic Tyrol & Alps to the<br />
icons of Paris, it’s good<br />
times on the go.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to the Imperial Hotel,<br />
then free time to explore London.<br />
Day 3: London to Amsterdam<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team. Ferry across the English<br />
Channel & head to the<br />
free-wheeling, vibrant city of<br />
Amsterdam via Belgium. (D)<br />
See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
•<br />
FLORENCE<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
See Amsterdam’s canals &<br />
gable houses by night<br />
M Evening boat cruise along<br />
the canals<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam to Rhine<br />
Valley<br />
Check out Amsterdam’s myriad<br />
of museums, canals & cool<br />
cafés. Next, stop in the Rhine<br />
Valley with its charming wine<br />
villages & old-time German<br />
atmosphere. (B,D)<br />
• Stunning drive along the<br />
Rhine River<br />
Day 5: Rhine Valley to<br />
Munich<br />
Head south to Munich, the<br />
festive home of Oktoberfest. (B)<br />
• Learn how beer steins are<br />
crafted<br />
• See the Lorelei Rock<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />
Day 6: Munich to Austrian<br />
Tyrol<br />
Be ‘wowed’ by stunning Alpine<br />
scenery en route to a cool<br />
Tyrolean village. (B,D)<br />
• See this pretty mountain<br />
region famous for<br />
adventure sports<br />
M Whitewater rafting (summer<br />
departures only)<br />
Day 7: Austrian Tyrol to<br />
Venice<br />
Wind through the Austrian Alps<br />
via the Brenner Pass to Italy.<br />
Meander through the ‘floating<br />
city’ & find grand squares,<br />
art-filled palazzos & interesting<br />
little shops. (B)<br />
• Scenic drive past vineyards,<br />
orchards & castles<br />
• Private motorboat to the<br />
historic islands<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
M Gondola ride along the<br />
canals<br />
Day 8: Venice to Rome<br />
Leave enchanting Venice & crisscross<br />
the Apennine Mountains<br />
on the road to Rome. (B,D)<br />
• See the Colosseum, the<br />
Roman Forum, Piazza<br />
Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />
Pantheon & Piazza Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 9: Rome<br />
Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of<br />
the “Eternal City” & explore<br />
this living museum of history.<br />
Later, there’s a chance to delve<br />
into history with a tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums including the<br />
Sistine Chapel. (B)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 10: Rome to Florence<br />
Pass through rural Umbria’s<br />
rolling hills & terraced vineyards<br />
to Renaissance Florence. A local<br />
guide gives you the inside track<br />
on the city’s striking buildings &<br />
sacred art. (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry &<br />
Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
M Entrance to one of the<br />
largest nightclubs in Florence<br />
Day 11: Florence to Lucerne<br />
Catch a glimpse of Lake Como<br />
en route to Lucerne, nestled in<br />
the breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel<br />
Bridge in Lucerne<br />
• View the Lion Monument<br />
Day 12: Lucerne to Paris<br />
Pass through the lush vineyards<br />
of Burgundy to the “City of<br />
Lights”. (B,D)<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 13: Paris<br />
Indulge in sophisticated<br />
Paris where you’ll find magic,<br />
romance & history among the<br />
city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
M Cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 14: Depart Paris<br />
Morning transfer to Paris CDG<br />
Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay. (B)<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBHD<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Mar 26 Mar 28 Apr 8 2295<br />
Apr 2 Apr 4 Apr 15 2295<br />
Apr 9 Apr 11 Apr 22 2295<br />
Apr 16 Apr 18 Apr 29 2295<br />
Apr 23 Apr 25 May 6 2295<br />
Apr 25 Apr 27 May 8 2295<br />
Apr 30 May 2 May 13 2349<br />
May 2 May 4 May 15 2349<br />
May 7 May 9 May 20 2349<br />
May 9 May 11 May 22 2349<br />
May 14 May 16 May 27 2405<br />
May 16 May 18 May 29 2405<br />
May 21 May 23 Jun 3 2405<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 5 2405<br />
May 28 May 30 Jun 10 2405<br />
May 30 Jun 1 Jun 12 2405<br />
Jun 4 Jun 6 Jun 17 2405<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 19 2405<br />
Jun 11 Jun 13 Jun 24 2405<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun 26 2405<br />
Jun 16 Jun 18 Jun 29 2405<br />
Jun 18 Jun 20 Jul 1 2405<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 3 2405<br />
Jun 23 Jun 25 Jul 6 2405<br />
Jun 25 Jun 27 Jul 8 2405<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 10 2405<br />
Jul 2 Jul 4 Jul 15 2465<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 17 2465<br />
Jul 7 Jul 9 Jul 20 2465<br />
Jul 9 Jul 11 Jul 22 2465<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 24 2465<br />
AUSTRIAN tyrol<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWHW w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 13 Oct 15 Oct 26 1915<br />
Oct 15 Oct 17 Oct 28 1915<br />
Oct 20 Oct 22 Nov 2 1915<br />
Oct 27 Oct 29 Nov 9 1915<br />
Nov 3 Nov 5 Nov 16 1875<br />
Nov 17 Nov 19 Nov 30 1875<br />
Nov 22 Nov 24 Dec 5 1875<br />
Nov 29 Dec 1 Dec 12 1875<br />
Dec 1 Dec 3 Dec 14 1875<br />
Dec 6 Dec 8 Dec 19 1875<br />
Dec 8 Dec 10 Dec 21 1875<br />
Dec 12 Dec 14 Dec 25 1875<br />
Dec 14 Dec 16 Dec 27 1925<br />
Dec 16 Dec 18 Dec 29 1925<br />
Dec 18 Dec 20 Dec 31 1925<br />
Dec 20 Dec 22 Jan 2 1925<br />
Dec 22 Dec 24 Jan 4 1925<br />
Dec 24 Dec 26 Jan 6 1925<br />
2013<br />
Jul 14 Jul 16 Jul 27 2465<br />
Jul 16 Jul 18 Jul 29 2465<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Jul 31 2465<br />
Jul 21 Jul 23 Aug 3 2465<br />
Jul 23 Jul 25 Aug 5 2465<br />
Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 7 2465<br />
Jul 30 Aug 1 Aug 12 2405<br />
Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 14 2405<br />
Aug 6 Aug 8 Aug 19 2349<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 21 2349<br />
Aug 13 Aug 15 Aug 26 2349<br />
Aug 15 Aug 17 Aug 28 2349<br />
Aug 20 Aug 22 Sep 2 2349<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 4 2349<br />
Aug 27 Aug 29 Sep 9 2405<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 11 2405<br />
Sep 3 Sep 5 Sep 16 2405<br />
Sep 5 Sep 7 Sep 18 2405<br />
Sep 8 Sep 10 Sep 21 2405<br />
Sep 10 Sep 12 Sep 23 2405<br />
Sep 12 Sep 14 Sep 25 2405<br />
Sep 15 Sep 17 Sep 28 2405<br />
Sep 17 ● Sep 19 Sep 30 2405<br />
Sep 19 ● Sep 21 Oct 2 2405<br />
Sep 20 ● Sep 22 Oct 3 2405<br />
Sep 22 ● Sep 24 Oct 5 2405<br />
Sep 24 ● Sep 26 Oct 7 2405<br />
Sep 26 ● Sep 28 Oct 9 2405<br />
Oct 1 ● Oct 3 Oct 14 2405<br />
Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 16 2405<br />
Oct 8 Oct 10 Oct 21 2295<br />
2013<br />
Dec 26 Dec 28 Jan 8 1925<br />
Dec 28<br />
2014<br />
Dec 30 Jan 10 1925<br />
Jan 1 Jan 3 Jan 14 1925<br />
Jan 3 Jan 5 Jan 16 1925<br />
Jan 5 Jan 7 Jan 18 1925<br />
Jan 10 Jan 12 Jan 23 1925<br />
Jan 19 Jan 21 Feb 1 1825<br />
Jan 26 Jan 28 Feb 8 1825<br />
Feb 2 Feb 4 Feb 15 1825<br />
Feb 9 Feb 11 Feb 22 1825<br />
Feb 16 Feb 18 Mar 1 1825<br />
Feb 23 Feb 25 Mar 8 1825<br />
Mar 2 Mar 4 Mar 15 1825<br />
Mar 9 Mar 11 Mar 22 1855<br />
Mar 16 Mar 18 Mar 29 1855<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share.<br />
If you’re traveling solo, we can share you<br />
with a same-sex roommate at no extra cost<br />
(either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBHD - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$615.<br />
WWHW - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$485.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Winter departures feature a slightly modified<br />
itinerary. 1 night in the Austrian Tyrol is replaced by<br />
1 night in Innsbruck.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Superior<br />
European<br />
Discovery<br />
14 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
12 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation:<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
17 meals:<br />
11 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
6 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes<br />
& service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$245.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
8<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
36 | 37
easypace<br />
Visit contiki.com/best-europe<br />
best of europe<br />
14 Days<br />
7 countries<br />
From US$2595pp*<br />
US$186 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• Check out Paris from the<br />
top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
• 186 mph trip on a high<br />
speed train<br />
• Locally guided bike tour<br />
through Edam<br />
• Bike ride in Prague<br />
• Rome sightseeing tour<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
12 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
17 meals:<br />
12 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
5 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
High speed train journey<br />
between Paris & Amsterdam<br />
Flight from Prague to Rome<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/best-europe<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$255.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
7<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
BERLIN<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBTC<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Paris Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 18 May 19 May 31 2659<br />
May 25 May 26 Jun 7 2659<br />
Jun 1 Jun 2 Jun 14 2659<br />
Jun 15 Jun 16 Jun 28 2659<br />
Jun 29 Jun 30 Jul 12 2659<br />
Jul 6 Jul 7 Jul 19 2755<br />
Jul 13 Jul 14 Jul 26 2755<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Paris Rome pp*<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBTAM<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Ams’dam Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 21 May 22 May 31 1985<br />
May 28 May 29 Jun 7 1985<br />
Jun 4 Jun 5 Jun 14 1985<br />
Jun 18 Jun 19 Jun 28 1985<br />
Jul 2 Jul 3 Jul 12 2049<br />
Jul 9 Jul 10 Jul 19 2049<br />
Jul 16 Jul 17 Jul 26 2049<br />
2013<br />
Jul 27 Jul 28 Aug 9 2755<br />
Aug 10 Aug 11 Aug 23 2595<br />
Aug 24 Aug 25 Sep 6 2595<br />
Aug 31 Sep 1 Sep 13 2659<br />
Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 20 2659<br />
Sep 21 Sep 22 Oct 4 2659<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Ams’dam Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 30 Jul 31 Aug 9 2049<br />
Aug 13 Aug 14 Aug 23 1935<br />
Aug 27 Aug 28 Sep 6 1935<br />
Sep 3 Sep 4 Sep 13 1985<br />
Sep 10 Sep 11 Sep 20 1985<br />
Sep 24 Sep 25 Oct 4 1985<br />
The above prices are accurate as of July 10th, 2012 &<br />
include internal airfares. For up-to-date pricing please<br />
go to contiki.com/best-europe.<br />
Included fl ights: Prices above include the land tour<br />
& internal flights as specified on the map only & do<br />
not include international airfares to or from the tour<br />
start & end cities. Please see ‘Included flights’ on<br />
p.114 for important info.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBTC - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$785.<br />
Tour starts 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Rome.<br />
BBTAM - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$579.<br />
Tour starts 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx.<br />
8:00am in Rome.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
1<br />
Spain<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional start city<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Paris<br />
Check-in to your hotel & explore the<br />
stylish, cosmopolitan city of Paris for<br />
the afternoon. Later meet up with<br />
your <strong>Contiki</strong> team & fellow travelers<br />
for dinner & evening sightseeing. (D)<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame<br />
Cathedral<br />
Days 3-4: Paris<br />
Indulge in this sophisticated city<br />
for a couple of days & find magic,<br />
romance & history. Day trip to the<br />
illustrious Château Versailles & opt in<br />
for a cabaret show & dinner. (B)(B)<br />
• See Château Versailles (entrance<br />
not included)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
M Parisian cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 5: Paris to Amsterdam<br />
Zip along in a high speed train<br />
headed for the Netherlands’<br />
free-wheeling, vibrant capital city,<br />
Amsterdam. (B,D)<br />
• See the city’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
Day 6: Amsterdam<br />
Hop on a bike & peddle past<br />
windmills in the scenic village<br />
of Edam, world-famous for its<br />
namesake cheese. Afterwards,<br />
check out Amsterdam’s myriad<br />
of museums, trendy cafés &<br />
notoriously fun nightclubs. (B)<br />
• Bicycle tour of the Dutch<br />
countryside<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
3 PARIS<br />
FRANCE<br />
Day 7: Amsterdam to Berlin<br />
Motor down the autobahn & get<br />
ready for a dose of über-cool in<br />
Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this cuttingedge<br />
city’s exploding arts, bar & club<br />
scene. (B,D)<br />
• See the Tiergarten,<br />
Alexanderplatz, Russian War<br />
Memorial, Brandenburg Gate &<br />
historic Reichstag building<br />
• Take in commemorative artwork<br />
& the remains of the Berlin Wall<br />
Edam<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
GERMANY<br />
Switz<br />
ITALY<br />
Day 8: Berlin<br />
Savor the intoxicating mix of old<br />
& new in this ever-changing city.<br />
You’ll find historical significance<br />
in everything from the streets to<br />
the grand monuments. (B)<br />
• See the site of Checkpoint<br />
Charlie<br />
M Locally guided historical<br />
walking tour<br />
Day 9: Berlin to Prague<br />
Bite into some local fare, like<br />
bratwurst, in Dresden on your<br />
way south to Prague, an evermodernizing<br />
hub of Eastern<br />
European revival. (B,D)<br />
• Visit the city destroyed in<br />
World War II & known as<br />
the ‘Florence of the North’<br />
• See the rebuilt Baroque<br />
architecture of the Royal<br />
Residence, Zwinger Palace,<br />
Opera House & Frauenkirche<br />
in Dresden<br />
Day 10: Prague<br />
Snake through this medieval<br />
city’s maze of cobbled streets<br />
& discover Gothic architecture,<br />
bargain-priced beer &<br />
Bohemian crystal beads. (B)<br />
• See Hradčany Castle, the<br />
Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles<br />
Bridge & Wenceslas Square<br />
Vatican City<br />
Dresden<br />
• Visit the Old Town Square &<br />
see the Astronomical Clock<br />
M Scenic river cruise with lunch<br />
Day 11: Prague to Rome<br />
Catch a short flight to<br />
Rome this morning & by<br />
the afternoon be walking in<br />
history’s footsteps around this<br />
amazing city. (B,D)<br />
• See the Colosseum, the<br />
Roman Forum, Piazza<br />
Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />
Pantheon & Piazza Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Days 12-13: Rome<br />
Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the<br />
“Eternal City” & explore this<br />
living museum. Later, there’s<br />
a chance to delve into history<br />
with a tour of the Vatican<br />
Museums including the Sistine<br />
Chapel. (B)(B)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 14: Rome<br />
The tour ends after breakfast &<br />
it’s time to say “arrivederci” to<br />
your new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 14 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.<br />
best of europe<br />
start amsterdam 11 days<br />
$<br />
2 BERLIN<br />
2 PRAGUE<br />
3 ROME<br />
CZECH REP<br />
Austria<br />
Slovenia<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
From US$1935pp* US$176 per day<br />
STUCK FOR TIME?<br />
Start your tour in Amsterdam<br />
& visit 5 countries in 11 days.<br />
Tour code: BBTAM<br />
See price panel opposite for<br />
departure dates & prices.<br />
Visit contiki.com/<br />
best-europe-ams<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$180.<br />
See p.27 for details.
easypace<br />
Visit contiki.com/inspiration<br />
european inspiration<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
21 Days<br />
10 countries<br />
From US$2615pp*<br />
US$125 per day<br />
switzerland<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
LONDON<br />
1<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Day 8: Prague<br />
to tour the Vatican Museums,<br />
Arrive London<br />
Discover Gothic architecture,<br />
including the Sistine Chapel. (B)<br />
Check-in to the Imperial Hotel,<br />
then free time to explore London.<br />
Day 3: London to Amsterdam<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team. Ferry across the English<br />
Channel & head to the<br />
free-wheeling, vibrant city of<br />
Amsterdam via Belgium. (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
• See Amsterdam’s canals &<br />
gable houses by night<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam<br />
Explore the museums, trendy<br />
cafés & nightclubs. (B)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Day 5: Amsterdam to Berlin<br />
Get ready for über-cool Berlin.<br />
Tonight, enjoy this cutting-edge<br />
bargain-priced beer & Bohemian<br />
crystal beads. (B)<br />
• See Hradčany Castle, the<br />
Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles<br />
Bridge & Wenceslas Square<br />
• Visit the Old Town Square & see<br />
the Astronomical Clock<br />
Day 9: Prague to Munich<br />
Stop at the sobering Dachau<br />
concentration camp memorial<br />
before reaching lively Munich, home<br />
to Oktoberfest. (B)<br />
• Visit Dachau concentration camp<br />
memorial<br />
• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />
Day 10: Munich<br />
Indulge in the city’s museums, epic<br />
shopping & lively beer gardens. (B,D)<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
Day 15: Rome to Florence<br />
Stop in the Tuscan hillside as we<br />
make our way to the Renaissance<br />
city of Florence. (B,D)<br />
Day 16: Florence<br />
A local guide shows you the<br />
city. Later on, enjoy exploring at<br />
your own pace. (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry &<br />
Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft demo<br />
M Tuscan hills feast<br />
Day 17: Florence to Lucerne<br />
Stop & check out Pisa’s<br />
architectural wonder then catch<br />
a glimpse of Lake Como before<br />
arriving in Lucerne, nestled in<br />
the Swiss Alps.<br />
city’s exploding arts, bar & club<br />
scene. (B,D)<br />
• See the Tiergarten,<br />
Alexanderplatz, Russian<br />
War Memorial, Brandenburg<br />
Gate & historic Reichstag<br />
building<br />
Day 6: Berlin<br />
Savor the mix of old & new in<br />
this ever-changing city. You’ll<br />
find historical significance in<br />
everything from the streets to<br />
the grand monuments. (B)<br />
• See the site of Checkpoint<br />
Charlie<br />
M Locally guided historical<br />
walking tour<br />
Day 7: Berlin to Prague<br />
Bite into some local fare, like<br />
bratwurst on your way south to<br />
Prague. (B,D)<br />
• Take in commemorative<br />
artwork & the remains of<br />
the Berlin Wall<br />
• Visit the city destroyed in<br />
World War II & known as<br />
the ‘Florence of the North’<br />
• See the rebuilt Baroque<br />
architecture of the Royal<br />
Day 11: Munich to Venice<br />
Wind through the Austrian Alps via the<br />
Brenner Pass to fairytale Venice. (B,D)<br />
• Scenic drive past vineyards,<br />
orchards & castles<br />
M Whitewater rafting<br />
(summer departures only)<br />
Day 12: Venice<br />
Meander through the alleyways &<br />
canals of Venice. (B)<br />
• Private motorboat to the historic<br />
islands<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />
• See Venice’s iconic canals &<br />
gondolas<br />
M Gondola ride along the canals<br />
Day 13: Venice to Rome<br />
Get ready to shop up a storm at a<br />
designer outlet mall stop in Barberino,<br />
before reaching Rome. (B,D)<br />
• See the Colosseum, the Roman<br />
Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi<br />
Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza<br />
Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican<br />
City<br />
Day 14: Rome<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower<br />
of Pisa<br />
• See Lucerne’s Wooden<br />
Chapel Bridge<br />
Day 18: Lucerne<br />
Enjoy the Alpine beauty of this<br />
lakeside town as you wander<br />
through the cobbled streets.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B)<br />
Day 19: Lucerne to Paris<br />
Pass through the lush vineyards<br />
of Burgundy to the glittering<br />
“City of Lights.” (B,D)<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 20: Paris<br />
Indulge in sophisticated<br />
Paris where you’ll find magic,<br />
romance & history amongst the<br />
city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
M Cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 21: Depart Paris<br />
Morning transfer to Paris CDG<br />
Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or<br />
Residence, Zwinger Palace, Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
Opera House & Frauenkirche ‘Eternal City’ & explore this living transfer to central London &<br />
in Dresden<br />
museum. Later, there’s a chance extend your stay. (B)<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Wales<br />
ENGLAND<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
Calais<br />
Dover<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
PARIS 2<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops Spain<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
Edam<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
2<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
Norway<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
GERMANY<br />
Dachau<br />
MUNICH 2<br />
Chianti Region<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
BERLIN<br />
2<br />
Dresden<br />
PRAGUE 2<br />
Tyrol<br />
SWITZ<br />
2 LUCERNE<br />
Swiss<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
Alps<br />
Slovenia<br />
Lake Como<br />
2 VENICE<br />
Barberino<br />
(Designer outlet mall)<br />
Pisa 2 FLORENCE<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBAP<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 4 Apr 6 Apr 24 3175<br />
Apr 18 Apr 20 May 8 3175<br />
May 2 May 4 May 22 3255<br />
May 9 May 11 May 29 3255<br />
May 16 May 18 Jun 5 3335<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 12 3335<br />
May 30 Jun 1 Jun 19 3335<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 26 3335<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jul 3 3335<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 10 3335<br />
Jun 22 Jun 24 Jul 12 3335<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 17 3335<br />
Jun 29 Jul 1 Jul 19 3425<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 24 3425<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 31 3425<br />
ITALY<br />
CZECH REP<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
2 ROME<br />
Vatican City<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWAP w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 14 Oct 16 Nov 3 2745<br />
Oct 19 Oct 21 Nov 8 2745<br />
Oct 26 Oct 28 Nov 15 2745<br />
Nov 2 Nov 4 Nov 22 2695<br />
Nov 16 Nov 18 Dec 6 2695<br />
Nov 23 Nov 25 Dec 13 2695<br />
Nov 30 Dec 2 Dec 20 2695<br />
Dec 7 Dec 9 Dec 27 2695<br />
Dec 12 Dec 14 Jan 1 2695<br />
Dec 14 Dec 16 Jan 3 2765<br />
Dec 16 Dec 18 Jan 5 2765<br />
Dec 19 Dec 21 Jan 8 2765<br />
Dec 21 Dec 23 Jan 10 2765<br />
Dec 24 Dec 26 Jan 13 2765<br />
Dec 26 Dec 28 Jan 15 2765<br />
2013<br />
Jul 13 Jul 15 Aug 2 3425<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Aug 7 3425<br />
Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 14 3425<br />
Jul 1 Aug 3 Aug 21 3335<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 28 3255<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 11 3255<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 18 3335<br />
Sep 5 Sep 7 Sep 25 3335<br />
Sep 12 ● Sep 14 Oct 2 3335<br />
Sep 14 ● Sep 16 Oct 4 3335<br />
Sep 19 ● Sep 21 Oct 9 3335<br />
Sep 21 ● Sep 23 Oct 11 3335<br />
Sep 26 ● Sep 28 Oct 16 3335<br />
Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 23 3335<br />
2013<br />
Dec 28 Dec 30 Jan 17 2765<br />
2014<br />
Dec 31 Jan 2 Jan 20 2765<br />
Jan 2 Jan 4 Jan 22 2765<br />
Jan 5 Jan 7 Jan 25 2765<br />
Jan 11 Jan 13 Jan 31 2765<br />
Jan 18 Jan 20 Feb 7 2615<br />
Jan 25 Jan 27 Feb 14 2615<br />
Feb 8 Feb 10 Feb 28 2615<br />
Feb 15 Feb 17 Mar 7 2615<br />
Mar 1 Mar 3 Mar 21 2615<br />
Mar 8 Mar 10 Mar 28 2615<br />
Mar 15 Mar 17 Apr 4 2665<br />
Mar 22 Mar 24 Apr 11 2665<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBAP - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$845.<br />
WWAP - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$689.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 -<br />
Mar 2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
19 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature<br />
Hotel, 17 nights in hotels<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
27 meals:<br />
18 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
9 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$340.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
10<br />
38 | 39<br />
Superior<br />
European<br />
Inspiration<br />
21 days<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Locally guided bike tour<br />
past windmills, dijks &<br />
canals through Edam<br />
• Private boat through the<br />
canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• A guided tour of a 16th<br />
century Tuscan castle<br />
• Discover the Statue of<br />
David, Ponte Vecchio,<br />
Medici Palace & much<br />
more on our locally guided<br />
walking tour<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• Check out Paris from the<br />
top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
Plus Feature Hotel<br />
• Swiss Mountain Hotel<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/inspiration<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
easypace
Visit contiki.com/encounter<br />
european encounter<br />
IRISH<br />
SEA<br />
18 Days<br />
11 countries<br />
From US$2285pp*<br />
US$127 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Locally guided bike tour<br />
through Edam<br />
• Cruise on the Rhine River<br />
• Private boat through the<br />
canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing<br />
• Check out Paris from the<br />
top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
- plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
16 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
1 night in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature<br />
Hotel, 15 nights in hotels<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
23 meals:<br />
15 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
8 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/encounter<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$300.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
10<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
paris<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBHX<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 10 Apr 12 Apr 27 2829<br />
Apr 24 Apr 26 May 11 2829<br />
May 1 May 3 May 18 2899<br />
May 8 May 10 May 25 2899<br />
May 15 May 17 Jun 1 2969<br />
May 22 May 24 Jun 8 2969<br />
May 29 May 31 Jun 15 2969<br />
Jun 3 Jun 5 Jun 20 2969<br />
Jun 5 Jun 7 Jun 22 2969<br />
Jun 12 Jun 14 Jun 29 2969<br />
Jun 17 Jun 19 Jul 4 2969<br />
Jun 19 Jun 21 Jul 6 2969<br />
Jun 24 Jun 26 Jul 11 2969<br />
Jun 26 Jun 28 Jul 13 2969<br />
Jul 1 Jul 3 Jul 18 3039<br />
Jul 3 Jul 5 Jul 20 3039<br />
Jul 8 Jul 10 Jul 25 3039<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWHZ w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 16 Oct 18 Nov 2 2395<br />
Oct 17 Oct 19 Nov 3 2395<br />
Oct 24 Oct 26 Nov 10 2395<br />
Oct 31 Nov 2 Nov 17 2345<br />
Nov 7 Nov 9 Nov 24 2345<br />
Nov 21 Nov 23 Dec 8 2345<br />
Nov 28 Nov 30 Dec 15 2345<br />
Dec 5 Dec 7 Dec 22 2345<br />
Dec 9 Dec 11 Dec 26 2345<br />
Dec 11 Dec 13 Dec 28 2345<br />
Dec 13 Dec 15 Dec 30 2415<br />
Dec 17 Dec 19 Jan 3 2415<br />
Dec 19 Dec 21 Jan 5 2415<br />
Dec 21 Dec 23 Jan 7 2415<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 10 Jul 12 Jul 27 3039<br />
Jul 15 Jul 17 Aug 1 3039<br />
Jul 17 Jul 19 Aug 3 3039<br />
Jul 22 Jul 24 Aug 8 3039<br />
Jul 24 Jul 26 Aug 10 3039<br />
Jul 31 Aug 2 Aug 17 2969<br />
Aug 7 Aug 9 Aug 24 2899<br />
Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 31 2899<br />
Aug 21 Aug 23 Sep 7 2899<br />
Aug 28 Aug 30 Sep 14 2969<br />
Sep 4 Sep 6 Sep 21 2969<br />
Sep 11 Sep 13 Sep 28 2969<br />
Sep 18 Sep 20 Oct 5 2969<br />
Sep 25 Sep 27 Oct 12 2969<br />
Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 19 2969<br />
Oct 9 Oct 11 Oct 26 2829<br />
2013<br />
Dec 25 Dec 27 Jan 11 2415<br />
Dec 29 Dec 31 Jan 15 2415<br />
2014<br />
Jan 2 Jan 4 Jan 19 2415<br />
Jan 9 Jan 11 Jan 26 2415<br />
Jan 23 Jan 25 Feb 9 2285<br />
Jan 30 Feb 1 Feb 16 2285<br />
Feb 13 Feb 15 Mar 2 2285<br />
Feb 20 Feb 22 Mar 9 2285<br />
Feb 27 Mar 1 Mar 16 2285<br />
Mar 13 Mar 15 Mar 30 2325<br />
Mar 20 Mar 22 Apr 6 2325<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBHX - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$749.<br />
WWHZ - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$605.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Wales<br />
ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON<br />
1<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Day 3: London to Amsterdam<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team,<br />
before heading to Amsterdam via<br />
Belgium. (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
• See Amsterdam’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam<br />
Explore the museums, trendy cafés<br />
& nightclubs. (B)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Day 5: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley<br />
Follow the river to the Rhine Valley<br />
with its charming wine villages &<br />
old- time German atmosphere. (B,D)<br />
• Scenic Rhine River cruise<br />
(summer departures only)<br />
Day 6: Rhine Valley to Lucerne<br />
Following the Rhine River, weave<br />
through castle-dotted valleys & rolling<br />
vineyards on the way to Lucerne,<br />
nestled in the Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />
• See the Lorelei Rock<br />
• Scenic Alpine drive<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge<br />
in Lucerne<br />
M Cable car up Mt. Pilatus<br />
(weather dependent)<br />
Day 7: Lucerne<br />
Wander the cobbled streets of this<br />
gorgeous mountain setting & shop<br />
for goods that Switzerland is known<br />
for - watches, chocolate & Swiss<br />
Army knives (B)<br />
Day 8: Lucerne to Innsbruck<br />
Twist & turn through scenic Alpine<br />
vistas to Innsbruck. Soak up the<br />
sights & discover Tyrolean specialty<br />
shops in its medieval old town. (B,D)<br />
• Visit the capital of Liechtenstein,<br />
Vaduz<br />
• See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace<br />
& Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck<br />
M Whitewater rafting<br />
(summer departures only)<br />
Day 9: Innsbruck to Venice<br />
Wind through the Alps via the<br />
Brenner Pass to Italy. Meander<br />
Calais<br />
Dover<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
CHATEAU DE<br />
FONTAGER<br />
Avignon<br />
Edam<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
Places visited RIVIERA<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
1<br />
BELGIUM<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
LUCERNE 2<br />
Monaco<br />
through the ‘floating city’ &<br />
find grand squares, art-filled<br />
palazzos & interesting little<br />
shops. (B)<br />
• Scenic drive past vineyards,<br />
orchards & castles<br />
• Private motorboat to the<br />
historic islands<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
M Gondola ride along the<br />
canals<br />
Day 10: Venice to Rome<br />
As we farewell Venice, get ready<br />
to shop up a storm & flash<br />
the cash at a designer outlet<br />
mall stop in Barberino, before<br />
reaching ancient Rome. (B,D)<br />
• See the Colosseum, the<br />
Roman Forum, Piazza<br />
Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />
Pantheon & Piazza Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 11: Rome<br />
Explore the “Eternal City”. Later,<br />
there’s a chance to tour the<br />
Vatican Museums, including<br />
the Sistine Chapel. (B)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 12: Rome to Florence<br />
Stop in the Tuscan hillside<br />
as we make our way to the<br />
Renaissance city of Florence. (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry &<br />
Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
M Tuscan hills feast<br />
Day 13: Florence to French<br />
Riviera<br />
Stop & check out Pisa’s famous<br />
architectural wonder en route<br />
to the glamorous French<br />
Riviera. Later, rub shoulders<br />
with the rich & famous in<br />
Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower<br />
of Pisa<br />
Liechtenstein<br />
SWITZ<br />
Swiss<br />
Alps<br />
Denmark<br />
1<br />
RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
ITALY<br />
Pisa<br />
GERMANY<br />
• See the Royal Palace in<br />
Monaco<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
Day 14: French Riviera<br />
Explore markets, shop in<br />
boutiques & sun seek. (B,D)<br />
Day 15: French Riviera to<br />
Château de Fontager<br />
Take a lunch break in Avignon.<br />
Arrive at Château de Fontager<br />
& enjoy its large pool, lovely<br />
grounds & charming locale on<br />
the Rhone River.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• Visit Avignon & see the<br />
Papal Palace<br />
Day 16: Château de<br />
Fontager to Paris<br />
Leave the authentic medieval<br />
castle behind & pass through<br />
wine country on the road to the<br />
glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D)<br />
• See Chablis & Burgundy<br />
vineyards<br />
•<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
Slovenia<br />
Vatican City<br />
Sweden<br />
1 INNSBRUCK<br />
1 VENICE<br />
Barberino<br />
(Designer outlet mall)<br />
1<br />
FLORENCE<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Czech Rep<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
2 ROME<br />
Poland<br />
Croatia<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 17: Paris<br />
Soak up sophisticated Paris. (B)<br />
M Cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 18: Depart Paris<br />
Morning transfer to Paris<br />
CDG Airport (est. arr.<br />
10:00am) or choose to take<br />
a complimentary transfer to<br />
central London & extend your<br />
stay. (B)
Visit contiki.com/impressions<br />
european iMPRESSIONSNETHERLANDS<br />
ENGLAND<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
1 AMSTERDAM<br />
LONDON<br />
1<br />
Dover<br />
Calais<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
GERMANY<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
1 BRUSSELS 1 RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
BELGIUM<br />
20 Days<br />
11 countries<br />
From US$3055pp*<br />
US$153 per day<br />
FRANCE<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Day 3: London to Brussels<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team. Ferry across the English<br />
Channel. Dash through France<br />
to Brussels. (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
• See the Statue of the<br />
Manneken Pis, the Grand<br />
Place & the Palace of Justice<br />
Day 4: Brussels to<br />
Amsterdam<br />
Head to Amsterdam & explore<br />
its museums, trendy cafés &<br />
nightclubs. (B)<br />
• See the city’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Day 5: Amsterdam to Rhine<br />
Valley<br />
Follow the river to the Rhine<br />
Valley with its charming wine<br />
villages & old-time German<br />
atmosphere. (B,D)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
• Stunning drive along the<br />
Rhine River<br />
• Learn how beer steins are<br />
crafted<br />
Day 6: Rhine Valley to Swiss<br />
Alps<br />
Stop in lakeside Lucerne for<br />
chocolate before arriving in the<br />
Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See the Lorelei Rock<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel<br />
Bridge in Lucerne<br />
• Scenic Alpine drive<br />
Day 7: Swiss Alps<br />
Enjoy waking up to stunning<br />
views in this Alpine paradise.<br />
Opt for one of the many<br />
activities on offer like the Ice<br />
Flyer & hiking.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
M Bungy jumping<br />
Day 8: Swiss Alps to Munich<br />
Cross through tiny Liechtenstein<br />
& arrive in lively Munich, home<br />
of Oktoberfest. (B)<br />
• Visit Liechtenstein’s capital,<br />
Vaduz<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />
Day 9: Munich to Venice<br />
Wind through the Alps & stop in<br />
Innsbruck, before traveling via the<br />
Brenner Pass to Venice. (B,D)<br />
• See the Golden Roof, Royal<br />
Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in<br />
Innsbruck<br />
• Scenic drive past vineyards,<br />
orchards & castles<br />
• Visit Sirmione on Lake Garda<br />
Day 10: Venice<br />
Meander through alleyways &<br />
canals of Venice. (B)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
•<br />
See Venice’s iconic canals<br />
& gondolas<br />
M Gondola ride along the canals<br />
Day 11: Venice to Florence<br />
Stop at lakeside Sirmione then check<br />
out Pisa’s architectural wonder<br />
before reaching Renaissance<br />
Florence. (B,D)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />
Day 12: Florence<br />
Discover the city on a walking tour. (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa<br />
Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the<br />
Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft demo<br />
M Nightclub entry<br />
Day 13: Florence to French<br />
Riviera<br />
Head out along the Italian coastline<br />
& past Genoa to the French Riviera,<br />
Monaco & Monte Carlo. (B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
Day 14: French Riviera<br />
Explore markets, shop in boutiques<br />
& sun seek. (B,D)<br />
Day 15: French Riviera to<br />
Barcelona<br />
Travel past Cannes, through<br />
Provence & over the Pyrénées<br />
Mountains to Barcelona. (B,D)<br />
PISA<br />
Wales<br />
SPAIN<br />
• Scenic drive along the Côte<br />
d’Azur<br />
Day 16: Barcelona<br />
See why this sexy city sizzles<br />
on a sightseeing tour. It’s<br />
food, fiesta, fashion & fun.<br />
Tonight, feel the passion at<br />
an unforgettable optional<br />
flamenco show! (B)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada<br />
Família & the 1992 Olympic<br />
Games complex<br />
• Walk through the Gothic<br />
Quarter & La Rambla district<br />
M Flamenco dance show<br />
Day 17: Barcelona to<br />
Bordeaux<br />
Feel the glory of medieval<br />
Carcassonne on the road to<br />
Bordeaux. (B)<br />
• Visit one of Europe’s<br />
greatest fortress cities<br />
Day 18: Bordeaux to Paris<br />
Cut through the Loire Valley<br />
& pass rolling vineyards en<br />
route to the glittering “City of<br />
Lights.” (B,D)<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 19: Paris<br />
Soak up sophisticated Paris (B)<br />
M Cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 20: Depart Paris<br />
Morning transfer to Paris CDG<br />
Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay. (B)<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
Loire Valley<br />
Carcassonne<br />
2 PARIS<br />
FRANCE<br />
1 BORDEAUX<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBEM<br />
SWITZERLAND<br />
SWITZ<br />
Lucerne<br />
Liechtenstein<br />
Innsbruck<br />
SWISS<br />
2<br />
ALPS<br />
Lake Garda<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
Slovenia<br />
2 VENICE<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
2 BARCELONA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Monaco<br />
MUNICH<br />
1<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 9 Apr 11 Apr 28 3055<br />
Apr 23 Apr 25 May 12 3055<br />
May 7 May 9 May 26 3135<br />
May 14 May 16 Jun 2 3205<br />
May 21 May 23 Jun 9 3205<br />
May 28 May 30 Jun 16 3205<br />
Jun 11 Jun 13 Jun 30 3205<br />
Jun 15 Jun 17 Jul 4 3205<br />
Jun 18 Jun 20 Jul 7 3205<br />
Jun 22 Jun 24 Jul 11 3205<br />
Jun 25 Jun 27 Jul 14 3205<br />
Jul 2 Jul 4 Jul 21 3295<br />
Jul 6 Jul 8 Jul 25 3295<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
2 FLORENCE<br />
Pisa<br />
ITALY<br />
Czech Rep<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 9 Jul 11 Jul 28 3295<br />
Jul 13 Jul 15 Aug 1 3295<br />
Jul 16 Jul 18 Aug 4 3295<br />
Jul 23 Jul 25 Aug 11 3295<br />
Jul 30 Aug 1 Aug 18 3205<br />
Aug 6 Aug 8 Aug 25 3135<br />
Aug 20 Aug 22 Sep 8 3135<br />
Aug 27 Aug 29 Sep 15 3205<br />
Sep 3 Sep 5 Sep 22 3205<br />
Sep 10 Sep 12 Sep 29 3205<br />
Sep 17 ● Sep 19 Oct 6 3205<br />
Sep 21 ● Sep 23 Oct 10 3205<br />
Sep 24 ● Sep 26 Oct 13 3205<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask<br />
us about great air deals from the USA to & from all the<br />
start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$809 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
40 | 41<br />
Superior<br />
European<br />
Impressions<br />
20 days<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Locally guided bike tour<br />
of Munich’s famous<br />
landmarks<br />
• Private boat through the<br />
canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Discover the Statue of<br />
David, Ponte Vecchio,<br />
Medici Palace & much<br />
more on our locally guided<br />
walking tour<br />
• Explore Barcelona’s<br />
backstreets & Gothic<br />
Quarter<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• Check out Paris from the<br />
top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
Plus Feature Hotel<br />
• Swiss Mountain Hotel<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
18 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature<br />
Hotel, 16 nights in hotels<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
26 meals:<br />
17 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
9 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/impressions<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$329.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
12<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited
Visit contiki.com/vista<br />
european vista<br />
23 Days<br />
11 countries<br />
From US$2855pp*<br />
US$125 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing<br />
• Check out Paris from the<br />
top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
• Discover Florence on our<br />
locally guided walking tour<br />
• Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Private boat through the<br />
canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Cruise on the Rhine River<br />
• Locally guided bike tour<br />
through Edam - plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
21 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation:<br />
3 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature<br />
Hotel, 18 nights in hotels<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
31 meals:<br />
20 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
11 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/vista<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$375.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
12<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
florence<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBHV<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 4 Apr 6 Apr 26 3485<br />
Apr 18 Apr 20 May 10 3485<br />
Apr 25 Apr 27 May 17 3485<br />
May 2 May 4 May 24 3575<br />
May 9 May 11 May 31 3575<br />
May 16 May 18 Jun 7 3659<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 14 3659<br />
May 30 Jun 1 Jun 21 3659<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 28 3659<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jul 5 3659<br />
Jun 15 Jun 17 Jul 7 3659<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 12 3659<br />
Jun 22 Jun 24 Jul 14 3659<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 19 3659<br />
Jun 29 Jul 1 Jul 21 3785<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 26 3785<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWHT w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 17 Oct 19 Nov 8 2995<br />
Oct 24 Oct 26 Nov 15 2995<br />
Oct 31 Nov 2 Nov 22 2939<br />
Nov 14 Nov 16 Dec 6 2939<br />
Nov 21 Nov 23 Dec 13 2939<br />
Nov 28 Nov 30 Dec 20 2939<br />
Dec 5 Dec 7 Dec 27 2939<br />
Dec 12 Dec 14 Jan 3 2939<br />
Dec 14 Dec 16 Jan 5 3025<br />
Dec 16 Dec 18 Jan 7 3025<br />
Dec 21 Dec 23 Jan 12 3025<br />
2013<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Aug 2 3785<br />
Jul 13 Jul 15 Aug 4 3785<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Aug 9 3785<br />
Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 16 3785<br />
Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 23 3659<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 30 3575<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 13 3575<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 20 3659<br />
Sep 5 Sep 7 Sep 27 3659<br />
Sep 9 Sep 11 Oct 1 3659<br />
Sep 12 ● Sep 14 Oct 4 3659<br />
Sep 14 ● Sep 16 Oct 6 3659<br />
Sep 16 ● Sep 18 Oct 8 3659<br />
Sep 19 ● Sep 21 Oct 11 3659<br />
Sep 26 Sep 28 Oct 18 3659<br />
Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 25 3659<br />
2013<br />
Dec 28 Dec 30 Jan 19 3025<br />
2014<br />
Jan 4 Jan 6 Jan 26 3025<br />
Jan 16 Jan 18 Feb 7 3025<br />
Jan 23 Jan 25 Feb 14 2855<br />
Feb 13 Feb 15 Mar 7 2855<br />
Feb 20 Feb 22 Mar 14 2855<br />
Mar 6 Mar 8 Mar 28 2855<br />
Mar 13 Mar 15 Apr 4 2915<br />
Mar 20 Mar 22 Apr 11 2915<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from all<br />
the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBHV - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$919.<br />
WWHT - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$755.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx. 10:00am<br />
at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary.<br />
The 2 nights in the Austrian Tyrol are replaced with a<br />
2nd night in both Florence and Vienna.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
1<br />
1<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON<br />
1<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
Dover<br />
Calais<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops Spain<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to the Imperial Hotel,<br />
then free time to explore London.<br />
Day 3: London to Paris<br />
Meet your <strong>Contiki</strong> team. Ferry across<br />
the English Channel before heading<br />
to the glittering “City of Lights”. (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame<br />
Cathedral<br />
Day 4: Paris<br />
Indulge in sophisticated Paris. (B)<br />
M Cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 5: Paris to Lucerne<br />
Pass through the lush vineyards of<br />
Burgundy to the Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 6: Lucerne<br />
See the Alpine beauty of this lake town.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge<br />
• View the Lion Monument<br />
Day 7: Lucerne to French Riviera<br />
Catch a glimpse of magical Lake<br />
Como en route to the glamorous<br />
resort town of Nice. (B,D)<br />
• Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
Day 8: French Riviera<br />
Stroll through outdoor markets, shop<br />
the upscale boutiques & sunbathe<br />
on the beach. (B)<br />
• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
M Dinner near the Royal Palace of<br />
Monaco<br />
Day 9: French Riviera to Florence<br />
Stop & check out Pisa’s famous<br />
tower before arriving in Florence. (B)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />
M Nightclub entry<br />
Day 10: Florence to Rome<br />
A local guide gives you the inside<br />
track on the city & then it’s on to<br />
Rome. (B,D)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa<br />
Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the<br />
Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria<br />
in Florence<br />
Edam<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
• Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
•<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
Swiss<br />
Alps<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
1<br />
RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
SWITZ<br />
Monaco<br />
Pisa<br />
See Piazza Venezia, Trevi<br />
Dachau<br />
MUNICH 1<br />
LUCERNE<br />
VENICE 2<br />
ITALY<br />
Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza<br />
Navona, Colosseum &<br />
Roman Forum in Rome<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 11: Rome<br />
Explore the ‘Eternal City’. (B)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 12: Rome to Venice<br />
Criss-cross the Appenine<br />
Mountains before reaching<br />
enchanting Venice. (B,D)<br />
Day 13: Venice<br />
Meander through the alleyways<br />
& canals of Venice. (B)<br />
• Private motorboat to the<br />
historic islands<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
• See Venice’s iconic canals<br />
& gondolas<br />
Day 14: Venice to Austrian<br />
Tyrol<br />
Wind through the Austrian Alps<br />
via the Brenner Pass to a quaint<br />
Tyrolean village. (B,D)<br />
• Scenic drive past vineyards,<br />
orchards & castles<br />
Day 15: Austrian Tyrol<br />
Choose your own adventure -<br />
including tandem paragliding,<br />
hiking & mountain biking! (B,D)<br />
M Tandem paragliding<br />
Day 16: Austrian Tyrol to<br />
Munich<br />
Stop at the sobering Dachau<br />
concentration camp memorial<br />
before reaching lively Munich,<br />
home to Oktoberfest. (B)<br />
• Visit Dachau concentration<br />
camp memorial<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />
Day 17: Munich to Vienna<br />
Leave festive Bavaria behind<br />
& head to Austria’s cultured<br />
capital, Vienna.<br />
2<br />
GERMANY<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
Slovenia<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
1<br />
FLORENCE<br />
2 PRAGUE<br />
CZECH REP<br />
2 TYROL<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
2 ROME<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Vatican City<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Slovakia<br />
1 VIENNA<br />
Croatia<br />
Bosnia<br />
Hungary<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B)<br />
M Mozart & Strauss classical<br />
concert & dinner<br />
Day 18: Vienna to Prague<br />
Morning tour of Vienna,<br />
then travel through Bohemia<br />
to Prague, “The City of a<br />
Thousand Spires.” (B,D)<br />
• See Schönbrunn Palace, St.<br />
Stephen’s Cathedral & the<br />
State Opera House<br />
• Scenic drive along the<br />
historic Ring Road<br />
Day 19: Prague<br />
Discover Gothic architecture,<br />
bargain-priced beer &<br />
Bohemian crystal beads. (B)<br />
• See Hradčany Castle, the<br />
Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles<br />
Bridge & Wenceslas Square<br />
• Visit the Old Town Square &<br />
see the Astronomical Clock<br />
Day 20: Prague to Rhine<br />
Valley<br />
Journey through Germany to<br />
the Rhine Valley, full of castles<br />
& renowned vineyards. (B,D)<br />
• See the Lorelei Rock<br />
• Scenic Rhine River cruise<br />
(summer departures only)<br />
Day 21: Rhine Valley to<br />
Amsterdam<br />
Next it’s the free-wheeling,<br />
vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B,D)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
• See the canals, gable houses<br />
& the city by night<br />
Day 22: Amsterdam<br />
Hop on a bike & peddle<br />
past the scenic village of<br />
Edam, world-famous for its<br />
namesake cheese. Then check<br />
out Amsterdam’s myriad of<br />
museums, trendy cafés &<br />
notoriously fun nightclubs. (B)<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Day 23: Depart Amsterdam<br />
Morning transfer to Schiphol<br />
Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay. (B)
Visit contiki.com/explorer-cruise<br />
EUROPEAN EXPLORER<br />
+ GREEK ISLAND cruise<br />
35 Days<br />
19 countries<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to the Imperial Hotel,<br />
then free time to explore London.<br />
Day 3: London to Paris<br />
Meet your <strong>Contiki</strong> team, before<br />
heading to Paris. (D)<br />
See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
•<br />
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 4: Paris<br />
Indulge in sophisticated Paris (B)<br />
M Cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 5: Paris to Château de<br />
Fontager We make our way<br />
south through Burgundy before<br />
arriving at our Feature Hotel.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Visit Château Fontainebleau<br />
•<br />
Day 6: Château de Fontager<br />
to Barcelona<br />
Head through the Pyrénées<br />
Mountains to Barcelona. (B,D)<br />
Day 7: Barcelona<br />
Experience this sexy city (B)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família<br />
& the 1992 Olympic Games<br />
complex<br />
•<br />
From US$5915pp*<br />
US$169 per day<br />
SANTORINI<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
• Private motorboat to the islands<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, Doge’s shops. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />
• • See Venice’s iconic canals<br />
Walk through the Gothic<br />
Quarter & La Rambla district<br />
M Flamenco dance show<br />
Day 8: Barcelona to French<br />
Riviera Travel to the glamorous<br />
French Riviera. (B,D)<br />
• Drive along the Côte d’Azur<br />
Day 9: French Riviera<br />
Stroll through outdoor markets,<br />
shop the upscale boutiques &<br />
sunbathe on the beach. (B)<br />
• See the Royal Palace in<br />
Monaco<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
M Dinner near the Royal Palace<br />
of Monaco<br />
Day 10: French Riviera to<br />
Venice Visit a designer outlet<br />
mall in Serravalle en route to<br />
Venice. (B,D)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
Day 11: Venice Meander<br />
through the alleyways & canals<br />
of Venice. (B)<br />
& gondolas<br />
M Gondola ride along the canals<br />
Day 12: Venice to Florence<br />
Wind through the Apennine<br />
Mountains to Florence. (B)<br />
• Walking tour of Florence with a<br />
local guide<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa<br />
Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the<br />
Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft demo<br />
M Tuscan hills feast<br />
Day 13: Florence to Rome<br />
Stop & check out Pisa’s famous tower<br />
before arriving in Rome. (B,D)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />
• See the Colosseum, Roman Forum,<br />
Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />
Pantheon & Piazza Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican<br />
City<br />
Day 14: Rome<br />
Explore the “Eternal City”. (B)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the Vatican<br />
Museums<br />
Day 15: Rome to Sorrento<br />
From Naples, catch the boat to Capri<br />
before sailing to Sorrento. (B)<br />
Day 16: Sorrento to Greece<br />
Catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt to<br />
tour Pompeii before the overnight<br />
ferry to Greece. (B)<br />
Day 17: To Athens<br />
Cross the Corinth Canal en route to<br />
the mythological city of Athens. (B)<br />
M Greek dinner & dancing night<br />
Day 18: Athens to Mykonos<br />
Cruise to Mykonos & its golden<br />
beaches. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 19: Cruising to Patmos via<br />
Kusadasi Stop in Kusadasi before<br />
relaxing on the unspoilt island of<br />
Patmos. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar<br />
•<br />
See the Monastery of St. John on<br />
Patmos<br />
M Guided tour of Monastery of St.<br />
John<br />
Day 20: Cruising to Rhodes<br />
Spend the day exploring beaches,<br />
NORTH SEA NETHERLANDS<br />
Edam<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
ENGLAND<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
London 1<br />
Dover<br />
1<br />
Calais<br />
BELGIUM<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
Fontainebleau<br />
Pyrenees<br />
Mountains<br />
medieval towns & cool little<br />
See the town of Rhodes<br />
Day 21: Cruising to Santorini<br />
via Crete Drop by Crete en<br />
route to Santorini. (B,L,D,S)<br />
• Visit Heraklion town on Crete<br />
• See the spectacular volcanic<br />
islands surrounding Santorini<br />
• Visit Santorini’s main town<br />
of Fira<br />
M Guided tour of the Minoan<br />
Palace<br />
Day 22: Santorini to Preveza<br />
After sightseeing, we make our<br />
way through to Preveza. (B,D)<br />
• See the first modern Olympic<br />
Stadium in Athens<br />
Day 23: Preveza to Tirana<br />
Wind through mountains &<br />
along the Adriatic Coast to<br />
Albania. (B,D)<br />
Day 24: Tirana to Dubrovnik<br />
Continue through Montenegro<br />
to Dubrovnik. (B,D)<br />
Day 25: Dubrovnik<br />
Explore this stunning UNESCO<br />
World Heritage site. (B,D)<br />
M Island cruise & swimming<br />
Day 26: Dubrovnik to Zadar<br />
Stop in beautiful Split before<br />
traveling on to Zadar. (B,D)<br />
• See Diocletian’s Palace<br />
in Split<br />
Day 27: Zadar to Vienna<br />
Travel through Slovenia to<br />
Austria’s capital, Vienna.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B)<br />
Day 28: Vienna<br />
Morning tour of Vienna’s sights<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B)<br />
• See Schönbrunn Palace, St.<br />
Stephen’s Cathedral & the<br />
State Opera House<br />
•<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
CHATEAU DE<br />
FONTAGER<br />
BARCELONA 2<br />
1<br />
1<br />
1<br />
FRANCE<br />
LUCERNE 2<br />
Swiss<br />
Alps<br />
Serravalle<br />
(Designer outlet mall)<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
SWITZ<br />
Monaco<br />
Scenic drive along the historic<br />
Ring Road<br />
M Mozart & Strauss concert<br />
& dinner<br />
Day 29: Vienna to Munich<br />
Head to Munich, home of the<br />
famous Oktoberfest. (B)<br />
• Entry into the Mauthausen<br />
memorial<br />
RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
Liechtenstein<br />
Pisa<br />
GERMANY<br />
Verona<br />
2 ROME<br />
Vatican City<br />
Pompeii Bari<br />
1 SORRENTO<br />
Isle Of Capri<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />
Day 30: Munich to<br />
Lucerne Cross through<br />
Liechtenstein & arrive in the<br />
Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />
• Visit Liechtenstein’s<br />
capital, Vaduz<br />
M Cog railway ride to the<br />
top of Mt. Pilatus<br />
Day 31: Lucerne Be amazed<br />
by the Alpine beauty. (B,D)<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel<br />
Bridge<br />
• View the Lion Monument<br />
Day 32: Lucerne to Rhine<br />
Valley Head past the Black<br />
Forest to a valley full of<br />
castles & vineyards. (B,D)<br />
See the Lorelei Rock<br />
•<br />
MUNICH<br />
Slovakia<br />
Mauthausen<br />
1<br />
2 VIENNA<br />
2 VENICE<br />
1 FLORENCE<br />
ITALY<br />
Czech Rep<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
SLOVENIA<br />
CROATIA<br />
1 ZADAR<br />
Split 2 DUBROVNIK<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
BOSNIA<br />
Poland<br />
Hungary<br />
MONTENEGRO<br />
1<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
Serbia<br />
Macedonia<br />
1 TIRANA<br />
ALBANIA<br />
GREECE<br />
Romania<br />
1 PREVEZA<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BHEC<br />
Depart Start Finish Total<br />
USA London Ams’dam US$<br />
or London pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 26<br />
May 10<br />
May 17<br />
May 31<br />
Jun 14<br />
Jun 21<br />
Jun 28<br />
Apr 28<br />
May 12<br />
May 19<br />
Jun 2<br />
Jun 16<br />
Jun 23<br />
Jun 30<br />
May 30<br />
Jun 13<br />
Jun 20<br />
Jul 4<br />
Jul 18<br />
Jul 25<br />
Aug 1<br />
5915<br />
6055<br />
6199<br />
6199<br />
6199<br />
6199<br />
6199<br />
Bulgaria<br />
Corinth<br />
Canal<br />
Patras<br />
1 ATHENS<br />
Mykonos Kusadasi<br />
Patmos<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
Rhodes<br />
• Learn how beer steins are<br />
crafted<br />
Day 33: Rhine Valley to<br />
Amsterdam Next up<br />
vibrant Amsterdam. (B,D)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
• See the canals, gable<br />
houses & the city by night<br />
Day 34: Amsterdam<br />
Check out Amsterdams<br />
cool museums, cafés &<br />
nightclubs. (B)<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Day 35: Depart<br />
Amsterdam Morning<br />
transfer to Schiphol Airport<br />
(est. arr. 10:00am) or choose<br />
to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay. (B)<br />
Depart Start Finish Total<br />
USA London Ams’dam US$<br />
or London pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Aug 8 6375<br />
Jul 12 Jul 14 Aug 15 6375<br />
Jul 26 Jul 28 Aug 29 6375<br />
Aug 9 Aug 11 Sep 12 6055<br />
Aug 23 Aug 25 Sep 26 6055<br />
Aug 30 ● Sep 1 Oct 3 6199<br />
Sep 6 ● Sep 8 Oct 10 6199<br />
The above prices are accurate as of 10th July, 2012 &<br />
include port taxes & supplements & gratuities. For upto-date<br />
pricing please go to contiki.com/explorer-cruise.<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from all<br />
the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$1775 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx. 10:00am<br />
at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
42 | 43<br />
Superior<br />
European Explorer<br />
+ Greek Is. Cruise<br />
35 days<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• Check out Paris from the<br />
top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
• Explore Barcelona’s back-<br />
streets & Gothic Quarter<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• Private boat through the<br />
canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Discover Florence on our<br />
locally guided walking tour<br />
• Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Day trip to the Isle of Capri<br />
• Locally guided tour of<br />
Athens & the Acropolis<br />
• Locally guided walking tour<br />
of Dubrovnik<br />
• Cruise on the Rhine River<br />
- plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
32 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
3 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature<br />
Hotels, 25 nights in hotels,<br />
+1 night on board a ferry,<br />
4 nights on board a cruise ship<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
59 meals:<br />
32 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
4 lunches (L), 19 three-course<br />
dinners (D), 4 suppers (S)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/explorer-cruise<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$610.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
20<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited
Visit contiki.com/road-athens<br />
road to athens<br />
19 Days<br />
9 countries<br />
From US$2925pp*<br />
US$154 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• Check out Paris from the<br />
top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
• Bike tour of Munich<br />
• Private boat through the<br />
canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Walking tour in Florence<br />
• Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Locally guided tour of<br />
Athens & the Acropolis<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
16 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation:<br />
+1 night on board a ferry<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
24 meals:<br />
16 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
8 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/road-athens<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$310.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
10<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
PARIS<br />
venice<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBAL<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 21 Apr 23 May 9 2925<br />
Apr 28 Apr 30 May 16 2925<br />
May 12 May 14 May 30 2995<br />
May 26 May 28 Jun 13 3069<br />
May 31 Jun 2 Jun 18 3069<br />
Jun 2 Jun 4 Jun 20 3069<br />
Jun 9 Jun 11 Jun 27 3069<br />
Jun 16 Jun 18 Jul 4 3069<br />
Jun 21 Jun 23 Jul 9 3069<br />
Jun 23 Jun 25 Jul 11 3069<br />
Jun 28 Jun 30 Jul 16 3069<br />
Jun 30 Jul 2 Jul 18 3139<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Jul 23 3139<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 7 Jul 9 Jul 25 3139<br />
Jul 12 Jul 14 Jul 30 3139<br />
Jul 14 Jul 16 Aug 1 3139<br />
Jul 21 Jul 23 Aug 8 3139<br />
Jul 28 Jul 30 Aug 15 3139<br />
Aug 4 Aug 6 Aug 22 3069<br />
Aug 11 Aug 13 Aug 29 2995<br />
Aug 18 Aug 20 Sep 5 2995<br />
Aug 25 Aug 27 Sep 12 2995<br />
Sep 1 Sep 3 Sep 19 3069<br />
Sep 6 Sep 8 Sep 24 3069<br />
Sep 8 Sep 10 Sep 26 3069<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$775 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx.<br />
12:00 noon in Athens.<br />
Note: on some departures, when the Greek ferry<br />
crossing is on a Sunday, the route changes to<br />
Florence to Rome via Pompeii.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then<br />
free time to explore London.<br />
Day 3: London to Paris<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team.<br />
Ferry across the English Channel to<br />
France. Journey past World War I<br />
battlefields & into Paris. (D)<br />
See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
•<br />
1<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON<br />
1<br />
Dover<br />
Calais<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
Belgium<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame<br />
Cathedral<br />
Day 4: Paris<br />
Indulge in the magic, history &<br />
romance of legendary Paris. (B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
M Cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 5: Paris to Lucerne<br />
Pass through the vineyards of<br />
Burgundy to Alpine Lucerne.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See Chablis & Burgundy<br />
vineyards<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge<br />
• Scenic Alpine drive<br />
Day 6: Lucerne to Munich<br />
Leave the gorgeous lake town<br />
behind, stop in tiny Liechtenstein &<br />
later arrive in Munich, home of<br />
Oktoberfest. (B)<br />
• Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />
M Mt. Stanserhorn cog rail & cable<br />
car ride<br />
Day 7: Munich to Austrian Tyrol<br />
Take in Alpine scenery en route to a<br />
cute Tyrolean village. (B,D)<br />
M Whitewater rafting adventure<br />
Day 8: Austrian Tyrol<br />
Get an adrenaline rush - there’s lots<br />
on offer today. (B,D)<br />
• Explore this region, famous for its<br />
adrenaline sports<br />
Day 9: Austrian Tyrol to Venice<br />
Wind through the Austrian Alps to<br />
fairytale Venice via the Brenner<br />
Pass. (B,D)<br />
• Enjoy a scenic drive past<br />
vineyards, orchards & castles<br />
Netherlands<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
GERMANY<br />
Pisa<br />
2 FLORENCE<br />
Vatican City<br />
ITALY<br />
2 ROME<br />
Pompeii<br />
Day 10: Venice<br />
Meander along alleyways &<br />
canals to art-filled palazzi,<br />
quaint local shops, bars &<br />
markets. (B)<br />
• Take a private motorboat to<br />
the historic islands<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
• See Venice’s iconic canals<br />
M Gondola ride along the canals<br />
Day 11: Venice to Florence<br />
Head through Tuscany via Pisa<br />
before arriving in Florence. (B,D)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of<br />
Pisa<br />
Day 12: Florence<br />
Get inside info from your local<br />
guide on Florence’s<br />
Renaissance buildings & art<br />
before exploring your way. (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry &<br />
Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Leather craft demonstration<br />
M Tuscan hills feast<br />
Day 13: Florence to Rome<br />
Farewell to Florence as we roll<br />
through Umbria’s hills &<br />
vineyards to Rome. (B,D)<br />
• See the Colosseum, the<br />
Roman Forum, Piazza<br />
road to rome<br />
end rome 15 days<br />
STUCK FOR TIME?<br />
We’ve got a shorter version<br />
of the 19 day Road to Athens<br />
tour, visiting 8 countries in<br />
15 days.<br />
Czech Rep<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Mt. Vesuvius<br />
Brindisi<br />
Poland<br />
MUNICH<br />
1<br />
Slovakia<br />
SWITZ<br />
1<br />
2 TYROL<br />
Liechtenstein AUSTRIA<br />
Hungary<br />
Swiss<br />
Alps<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
LUCERNE Slovenia<br />
VENICE 2<br />
Croatia<br />
Bosnia<br />
CORFU ATHENS<br />
GREECE<br />
1<br />
2<br />
1<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
Serbia<br />
Montenegro<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Visit contiki.com/<br />
road-rome<br />
Macedonia<br />
Albania<br />
Corinth<br />
Canal<br />
Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />
Pantheon & Piazza Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in the<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 14: Rome<br />
Tap into this living museum &<br />
later you could take a tour of<br />
the Vatican Museums including<br />
the Sistine Chapel. (B)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 15: Rome to Greece<br />
Pass through Naples, catch a<br />
view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in<br />
for a tour of Pompeii before our<br />
overnight ferry to Greece. (B)<br />
Days 16-17: Corfu<br />
Kick back & soak up the sun in<br />
this island paradise. (B,D)(B)<br />
M Water sports including<br />
parasailing, waterskiing &<br />
tube riding<br />
Day 18: Corfu to Athens<br />
Leave Corfu via the Corinth<br />
Canal en route to mythological<br />
Athens. (B)<br />
Day 19: Depart Athens<br />
After morning sightseeing, it’s<br />
time to say farewell to your new<br />
friends. (B)<br />
• Visit the Acropolis &<br />
Parthenon with a local guide<br />
• See the first modern<br />
Olympic Stadium<br />
From US$2315pp* US$155 per day<br />
Tour code: BBRL<br />
See price panel on left for<br />
departure dates & deduct<br />
US$610 for price to pay.<br />
Single room supp. US$609<br />
Pay early & save<br />
$ up to US$250.<br />
See p.27 for details.
Visit contiki.com/road-athens-island Visit contiki.com/road-athens-greek3 Visit contiki.com/road-athens-greek7<br />
road to athens<br />
+ greek island hopping<br />
1<br />
1<br />
IONIAN<br />
SEA<br />
Days 1-18: USA to<br />
Athens. See Road to<br />
Athens on opposite page.<br />
Days 19-20: Athens.<br />
Explore more of Athens.<br />
(B)(B)<br />
Day 21: Athens to<br />
Mykonos. Ferry to<br />
Mykonos for sun & good<br />
times at our beach resort.<br />
Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Days 22-23: Mykonos.<br />
Kick back on island time.<br />
Feature Hotel (B)(B)<br />
Day 24: Mykonos to<br />
Santorini. Ferry to the<br />
quintessential Greek<br />
island, Santorini. (B,D)<br />
Days 25-26: Santorini.<br />
Indulge in Santorini’s<br />
Piraeus<br />
GREECE<br />
30 Days<br />
13 countries<br />
From US$4715pp*<br />
US$158 per day<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Day 3: London to Paris (D)<br />
Day 4: Paris (B)<br />
Day 5: Paris to Bordeaux (B)<br />
Day 6: Bordeaux to<br />
Barcelona (B,D)<br />
Day 7: Barcelona (B)<br />
Day 8: Barcelona to French<br />
Riviera (B,D)<br />
Day 9: French Riviera (B)<br />
Day 10: French Riviera to<br />
Florence (B,D)<br />
Day 11: Florence (B)<br />
Day 12: Florence to Rome<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B)<br />
3<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
ATHENS<br />
MYKONOS<br />
3<br />
IOS 3<br />
SANTORINI 3<br />
GREECE<br />
famous blue & white Days 1-18: USA to Day 22: Crete to<br />
Days 1-18: USA to Chill in Patmos & later<br />
buildings, beaches & Athens. See Road to Santorini. Spend time on Athens. See Road to shop at Kusadasi’s bazaar.<br />
sunsets. (B)(B)<br />
Athens on opposite page. Greece’s biggest island, Athens on opposite page. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 27: Santorini to<br />
Ios. Cruise to the beautiful<br />
island of Ios. (B,D)<br />
Days 28-29: Ios. Relax &<br />
enjoy the beaches. (B)(B)<br />
Day 30: Ios to Athens.<br />
Set sail back to Athens. (B)<br />
Day 31: Depart<br />
Athens. The tour ends<br />
after breakfast. (B)<br />
For full details of this tour<br />
& prices go to contiki.com<br />
10<br />
Day 19: Athens. Explore<br />
more of Athens. (B)<br />
Days 20: Athens to<br />
Kusadasi via Mykonos.<br />
Cruise to Mykonos & soak<br />
up the young, vibrant<br />
atmosphere of this<br />
famous party island, then<br />
later, we’ll set sail to<br />
Turkey. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 21: Kusadasi. Shop<br />
in the town’s colourful<br />
bazaar or get a feel for<br />
ancient Roman life on an<br />
optional tour to the<br />
classical city of Ephesus.<br />
Crete, then this afternoon<br />
we’re off to Santorini,<br />
famous for its blue &<br />
white buildings,<br />
spectacular island sunsets<br />
& breathtaking natural<br />
scenery. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 23: Arrival into<br />
Athens. Your tour ends<br />
after breakfast & a transfer<br />
into central Athens. (B)<br />
For full details of this tour<br />
& prices go to contiki.com<br />
11<br />
Day 19: Athens. Explore<br />
more of Athens. (B)<br />
Day 20: Athens to<br />
Istanbul. Cruise to<br />
Istanbul. (B,D,S)<br />
Day 21: Istanbul.<br />
Explore this exotic city.<br />
(B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 22: Cruising to<br />
Mykonos. On to Mykonos<br />
& a full 24 hours to explore<br />
the island. Hotel (B,L)<br />
Day 23: Mykonos. Hang<br />
out on the island, then<br />
rejoin the cruise. (B,D,S)<br />
Day 25: Cruising to<br />
Rhodes. Spend the day<br />
exploring. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 26: Santorini via<br />
Crete. Enjoy beautiful<br />
scenery. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 27: Arrival into<br />
Athens. Your tour ends<br />
after breakfast & a transfer<br />
into central Athens. (B)<br />
For full details of this tour<br />
& prices go to contiki.com<br />
13<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Tonight, we’ll set sail to<br />
Crete. (B,L,D,S)<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Day 24: Cruising to<br />
Kusadasi via Patmos.<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
european panorama<br />
CHâTEAU DE CHAMBORD<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON<br />
1<br />
Dover<br />
Calais<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
SPAIN<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
1 BORDEAUX<br />
BARCELONA 2<br />
2 Monaco<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
Day 13: Rome<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 14: Rome to Corfu (B)<br />
Days 15-17: Corfu<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)(B)<br />
(B,D)<br />
Day 18: Corfu to Italy (B)<br />
Day 19: Arrive Venice (B,D)<br />
Day 20: Venice (B)<br />
Day 21: Venice to Vienna (B,D)<br />
Day 22: Vienna (B)<br />
Day 23: Vienna to Munich (B)<br />
Day 24: Munich to Austrian Tyrol<br />
(B,D)<br />
Day 25: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss<br />
Alps<br />
road to athens<br />
+ 3 day greek island cruise<br />
FRANCE<br />
1 ATHENS<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
GERMANY<br />
1 RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
BELGIUM<br />
2<br />
SWISS<br />
ALPS<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
SWITZ<br />
Mykonos<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
MUNICH<br />
Slovakia<br />
1<br />
2 VIENNA<br />
1 TYROL<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
Hungary<br />
2 FLORENCE<br />
ITALY<br />
Czech Rep<br />
Slovenia<br />
Croatia<br />
2 VENICE<br />
2 ROME<br />
Vatican City<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Poland<br />
Bosnia<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 26: Swiss Alps<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 27: Swiss Alps to Rhine<br />
Valley (B,D)<br />
Day 28: Rhine Valley to<br />
Amsterdam (B,D)<br />
Day 29: Amsterdam (B)<br />
Day 30: Depart Amsterdam<br />
(B)<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/panorama<br />
1<br />
TURKEY<br />
Serbia<br />
Montenegro<br />
Kusadasi<br />
Albania<br />
Brindisi<br />
GREECE<br />
1 3<br />
CORFU<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
Macedonia<br />
CORINTH<br />
CANAL<br />
road to athens<br />
+ 7 day greek island cruise<br />
31 Days, 9 countries 23 Days, 10 countries 27 Days, 10 countries<br />
From US$4735pp*<br />
US$153 per day<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
Visit contiki.com/panorama<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
1<br />
From US$3775pp*<br />
US$165 per day<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
From US$5025pp*<br />
US$187 per day<br />
1<br />
How much & when<br />
$ SAVE<br />
GREECE<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Athens<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
Patmos<br />
1<br />
MYKONOS<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBHM<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 20 Apr 22 May 19 4715<br />
Apr 27 Apr 29 May 26 4715<br />
May 11 May 13 Jun 9 4835<br />
May 18 May 20 Jun 16 4955<br />
May 25 May 27 Jun 23 4955<br />
Jun 8 Jun 10 Jul 7 4955<br />
Jun 15 Jun 17 Jul 14 4955<br />
Jun 22 Jun 24 Jul 21 4955<br />
Jun 29 Jul 1 Jul 28 5095<br />
Jul 6 Jul 8 Aug 4 5095<br />
Rhodes<br />
Istanbul<br />
TURKEY<br />
Kusadasi<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 13 Jul 15 Aug 11 5095<br />
Jul 20 Jul 22 Aug 18 5095<br />
Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 25 5095<br />
Aug 3 Aug 5 Sep 1 4955<br />
Aug 10 Aug 12 Sep 8 4835<br />
Aug 24 Aug 26 Sep 22 4835<br />
Aug 27 Aug 29 Sep 25 4955<br />
Aug 31 ● Sep 2 Sep 29 4955<br />
Sep 7 ● Sep 9 Oct 6 4955<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share.<br />
If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a<br />
same-sex roommate at no extra cost (either twin<br />
or triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$1245 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm<br />
in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$509. See p.27 for details.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
Greek Island Hopping option:<br />
28 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation<br />
43 meals: 28 continental<br />
breakfasts (B), 15 dinners (D)<br />
Ferry crossings (tourist class)<br />
& coach transfers<br />
3 day Cruise option:<br />
20 nights accommodation<br />
37 meals: 20 continental/buffet<br />
breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L),<br />
11 dinners (D), 3 suppers (S)<br />
Professional local guide &<br />
on-board cruise representative<br />
Fun filled entertainment on<br />
every night of the cruise<br />
“Welcome to Greece” info pack<br />
7 day Cruise option:<br />
24 nights accommodation<br />
49 meals: 24 continental/buffet<br />
breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L),<br />
14 dinners (D), 6 suppers (S)<br />
Additional inclusions for this tour,<br />
see 3 day Cruise option above<br />
For all other inclusions &<br />
pay early savings for all 3<br />
options see p.44<br />
superior<br />
European<br />
Panorama<br />
30 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
28 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
7 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature<br />
Hotels, 19 nights in hotels,<br />
+2 nights on board ferries<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
41 meals:<br />
27 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
14 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes<br />
& service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
18<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
44 | 45<br />
superior<br />
Road to Athens<br />
+ Greek Islands<br />
31/23/27 days
365 days is the time it takes our<br />
precious planet to revolve around<br />
the sun. And the time in which <strong>Contiki</strong> is<br />
committed to delivering real change<br />
through our sustainability efforts.<br />
Exploring our precious planet<br />
is a privilege. A privilege that<br />
also comes with responsibility,<br />
and at <strong>Contiki</strong> we put that<br />
responsibility at the core of<br />
everything we do. Our R:evolve<br />
program supports our ocean<br />
conservation initiatives,<br />
and in April 2012 <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
sustainability ambassador<br />
Céline Cousteau connected<br />
with <strong>Contiki</strong> team & community<br />
members to make a movement<br />
of change. The focus is on<br />
encouraging everyone to make<br />
a difference to our planet every<br />
day, and really make it count.<br />
As part of the initiative <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
selected 10 R:evolve Leaders<br />
from inside the company and<br />
our community of travelers.<br />
They spent 10 days in Mexico<br />
& experienced fi rst-hand the<br />
beauty of our oceans and the<br />
need to preserve our reefs &<br />
its inhabitants through their<br />
work with the MAR Leadership<br />
Foundation, one of <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
ocean sustainability projects.<br />
The end goal: to get every<br />
individual focused on their<br />
actions, and how they can count<br />
towards leaving the world a<br />
better place.<br />
Find out more & watch<br />
Céline’s documentary<br />
of the trip at:<br />
contiki.com/contikicares
ALLYSSA BEASLEY BEA<br />
AUSTRALIA<br />
WHO TRAVELED TO MEXICO WITH CELINE COUSTEAU<br />
FOR MAR LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION<br />
“Winning the <strong>Contiki</strong> Earth Week competition to Mexico was<br />
an amazing & eye-opening experience. Not only did I get to<br />
dive the Mesoamerican Reef with Céline Cousteau & the MAR<br />
team, I experience c d fi rst-h& the amazing work being done in<br />
sustaining our marine ecosystems. My fellow travelers & the<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> team were fantastic & I have made friends that I will<br />
keep forever”.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s R:evolve Leaders & MAR Leaders, Mexico<br />
A chat with CEline<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>: This year you traveled<br />
to Mexico with the <strong>Contiki</strong> team<br />
to work with the MAR Leadership<br />
Foundation. What was the<br />
highlight of the trip for you?<br />
Céline: It was wonderful to see<br />
the <strong>Contiki</strong> R:evolve winners not<br />
only discover the world of diving,<br />
but learn about and take active<br />
part in the conservation efforts<br />
happening on the Mesoamerican<br />
Reef. I feel there was a sense of pride - not only had they<br />
won the trip because of their own sustainability initiative,<br />
but their company was really doing something positive in<br />
supporting the MAR Leadership program. My hope is this<br />
experience stays with them and continues to inspire them.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>: You worked closely on the 2012 R:evolve Initiative<br />
with the <strong>Contiki</strong> community. y What were yyour thoughts g on<br />
the responses for making a commitment to the change?<br />
Céline: There were a lot of good ideas submitted and<br />
my belief is all of these can and should be implemented<br />
whether a winner or not. Many suggestions were as simple<br />
as recycling and consuming less, which are always good<br />
actions to follow. There were also intricate and thoughtful<br />
strategies that started with looking at how people function<br />
and to then create a sustainability project that adapted<br />
to their lifestyle, making it easy for them to integrate the<br />
initiatives proposed. Those ideas are the ones that are<br />
really about problem solving with people’s own options,<br />
limitations, and potential in mind.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>: What do you think <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers can do to<br />
make a change to our planet?<br />
Céline: Every journey offers possibilities: bring your own<br />
amenities rather than open a new shampoo in every hotel,<br />
recycle everything you can, bring a water bottle, don’t take<br />
all the printouts unless you need them (or better yet just<br />
share them). Ask how you can give back to the places you<br />
visit- either to people, culture and arts, the environment,<br />
other species or in any way you can think to. You can return<br />
to places you have visited and volunteer your time to local<br />
non-profi ts to restore local ecosystems, support communities<br />
or otherwise donate time. As travelers, we have incredible<br />
opportunities to give back to the places we visit.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>: What are some of your upcoming projects you<br />
are working on?<br />
Céline: I have a few fi lm projects between the end of<br />
this year and early next year. The fi rst is a short video<br />
about a humpback whale we rescued in Chile; the postproduction<br />
and distribution is sponsored by the TreadRight<br />
Foundation. The second project, which will begin<br />
production in 2013, is a full-length documentary to be<br />
shot in the Brazilian Amazon focusing on indigenous tribes<br />
dealing with a health crisis.<br />
Follow Céline on twitter @celinecousteau and at<br />
celinecousteau.com<br />
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superior HOTEL<br />
tours & CRUISING<br />
experience a<br />
region in-depth<br />
Our In-Depth tours are<br />
all about more time to<br />
go local. MORE Authentic<br />
local meals & more time to<br />
soak up regional cultures<br />
• Twin-share as standard<br />
• ALL included dinners at local<br />
restaurants<br />
• Mostly 2 & 3 night stays<br />
• Often later morning starts<br />
• ‘A room to myself’ option<br />
• Triple-share option<br />
• Easypace options -<br />
take it even easier<br />
• Cruising & sailing options<br />
• Trips from 5 - 23 days<br />
easypace<br />
With minimum 2 & 3 night stays,<br />
often later starts in the morning, and<br />
even more local meals, our easypace<br />
tours offer a more relaxed way to see<br />
Europe. Plus, you still get all the great<br />
authentic experiences that let you<br />
get a deeper look at the places you<br />
visit. Look out for the symbol above<br />
on the tour pages.
more<br />
authentic<br />
local meals<br />
Trying authentic (& delicious) meals<br />
prepared by locals the traditional way is<br />
a key part of experiencing new cultures.<br />
On our In-Depth Regional tours all our<br />
local meals are at some of our favorite<br />
local restaurants so you can really<br />
immerse yourself in the taste of Europe.<br />
Here’s a sample of what you’ll<br />
experience…<br />
• Learn to make pizza like the locals<br />
in Rome<br />
• Devour mouth-watering delicacies<br />
with Budapest as your backdrop on our<br />
Danube river cruise<br />
• Sample Greek specialities at our<br />
favorite Athens taverna<br />
• Pick your way through a delicious<br />
variety of local dishes in buzzing<br />
Barcelona.<br />
really<br />
go local<br />
More time in different locations means<br />
that you can really explore. Hit the streets<br />
with a camera to frame up some great<br />
shots. Spend some time pool side, at<br />
the beach, shopping, or soaking up the<br />
atmosphere as you wander the streets.<br />
LOW cost<br />
airlines to<br />
europe<br />
Not all our In-Depth tours start in London.<br />
So if you need flights to the city your tour<br />
departs from, ask your travel agent or go<br />
online & book with one of Europe’s great<br />
low-cost airlines.<br />
meet DANIELLE<br />
Tour Manager from Calgary<br />
I’m a massive foodie & I love to share<br />
my obsession with Europe & food<br />
with our travelers. I’m always testing<br />
my tastebuds on all things delicious &<br />
finding new places to try.<br />
I’m a firm believer in gelato being<br />
appropriate at any time of the day.<br />
No single<br />
supplements<br />
Even if you’re planning on leaving your<br />
friends at home, don’t worry. We’ll match<br />
you with a same-sex roommate, so it’s<br />
all good. More than half our travelers are<br />
just like you – ready to head off on their<br />
own & experience Europe with young,<br />
fun & like-minded travel buddies.<br />
‘A room to<br />
myself’ option<br />
If you like the idea of a little more<br />
privacy & comfort, you always have the<br />
option of a room all to yourself for a little<br />
extra. Check out the tour price panels for<br />
details. Limited single rooms available.<br />
cruising with<br />
contiki<br />
48 | 49<br />
Croatia Sailing<br />
On our Croatian Island Cruising trips,<br />
explore unspoiled islands & coastal<br />
villages of the beautiful Dalmation Coast<br />
on a local boat (one of Croatia’s best!).<br />
The Med & Aegean<br />
Sit back & relax as you visit the Greek<br />
Islands & Turkey on a classic cruise liner.<br />
With great onboard facilities like pools,<br />
shopping & live entertainment, there are<br />
countless ways to enjoy your trip.<br />
Nile Cruising<br />
Take in the views from the deck as we<br />
sail along the world’s most famous<br />
river. It’s a chance to really relax in style<br />
& absorb ancient Egypt’s incredible<br />
scenery. You can really go local too –<br />
soak up the rays on a traditional felucca<br />
while you sit back & watch the locals<br />
going about their day.<br />
New! Turkish Sailing<br />
Do it like the Turkish do on a traditional<br />
gullet. Spend your days lazing on the<br />
deck, taking in the views & living it up in<br />
paradise. Our exclusive boat will give you<br />
a week of utter bliss.<br />
be berl rl r in
easypace<br />
Visit contiki.com/london-paris<br />
london & paris<br />
8 Days<br />
2 countries<br />
From US$1149pp*<br />
US$144 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Experience a famous West<br />
End musical in London<br />
• Discover mystical<br />
Stonehenge & explore<br />
beautiful Bath on our<br />
day trip<br />
• Check out Paris from the<br />
top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sighseeing tour<br />
• Guided tour of King Louis<br />
XIV’s magnificent Palace<br />
of Versailles<br />
• 186mph trip on a high<br />
speed train (Amsterdam<br />
extension only)<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
6 nights twin-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
8 meals:<br />
6 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
2 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours in<br />
London & Paris<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossing<br />
6<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
extension<br />
This tour can be<br />
extended from Paris to<br />
Amsterdam or Rome.<br />
See p.51 for details.<br />
LONDON<br />
louvre, paris<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBGE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 5 Apr 6 Apr 12 1315<br />
Apr 19 Apr 20 Apr 26 1315<br />
May 3 May 4 May 10 1349<br />
May 10 May 11 May 17 1349<br />
May 17 May 18 May 24 1385<br />
May 24 May 25 May 31 1385<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 7 1385<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 14 1385<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 21 1385<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 28 1385<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 5 1385<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 12 1429<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWGE w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 25 1199<br />
Oct 25 Oct 26 Nov 1 1199<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 15 1185<br />
Nov 22 Nov 23 Nov 29 1185<br />
Dec 6 Dec 7 Dec 13 1185<br />
Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 27 1215<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 2 1215<br />
Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 5 1215<br />
2013<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 19 1429<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 26 1429<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 2 1429<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 16 1349<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 23 1349<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Aug 30 1349<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 6 1385<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 13 1385<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 20 1385<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 27 1385<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 4 1385<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 10 1215<br />
Jan 10 Jan 11 Jan 17 1215<br />
Jan 24 Jan 25 Jan 31 1149<br />
Feb 21 Feb 22 Feb 28 1149<br />
Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 7 1149<br />
Mar 14 Mar 15 Mar 21 1169<br />
Mar 21 Mar 22 Mar 28 1169<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from all<br />
the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra charge.<br />
BBGE - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$335.<br />
WWGE - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$295.<br />
Tour starts 6:00pm in London & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Paris.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Pay early & save up to US$140.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to your hotel after<br />
2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to<br />
explore. At 6:00pm, meet your Tour<br />
Manager & fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers<br />
for dinner & a stroll through Covent<br />
Garden. (D)<br />
• Walking tour to see Soho, Covent<br />
Garden & some of London’s<br />
West End<br />
Days 3-4: London<br />
Get set for a couple of action packed<br />
days - see the city’s traditional icons,<br />
take a day trip to architecturally<br />
beautiful Bath & mysterious<br />
Stonehenge & catch a West End<br />
musical. There’s free time to shop,<br />
explore vibrant neighborhoods, or<br />
perhaps choose to catch a bird’s<br />
eye view of it all from the London<br />
Eye. (B)(B)<br />
• Sightseeing tour of London<br />
• See Westminster Abbey, the<br />
Tower of London, the Houses<br />
of Parliament, Big Ben &<br />
Buckingham Palace<br />
• See the mystical boulders of<br />
Stonehenge<br />
• Visit the old Roman town of Bath<br />
• Experience a traditional English<br />
pub<br />
• 1 day pass on the London<br />
Underground<br />
M Visit to the Roman Baths & audio<br />
guided tour<br />
1<br />
ENGLAND<br />
Wales<br />
Bath<br />
3<br />
Dover<br />
Stonehenge Calais<br />
BELGIUM<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
Valley<br />
of the<br />
Somme<br />
3 + 2<br />
PARIS<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end cities<br />
M Audio guided tour of<br />
Stonehenge<br />
Day 5: London to Paris<br />
Ferry across the English Channel<br />
to France. Journey past World<br />
War I battlefields & into the<br />
glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D)<br />
See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
•<br />
LONDON<br />
Versailles<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
FRANCE<br />
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Days 6-7: Paris<br />
Indulge in this sophisticated<br />
city for two whole days & find<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
Germany<br />
SWITZ<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
ITALY<br />
ROME<br />
3<br />
magic, romance & history in<br />
everything from the breezy<br />
boulevards & impressive<br />
monuments, to the great works<br />
of art & magic lights. Take a<br />
trip to the illustrious Palace of<br />
Versailles & opt in for a cabaret<br />
show & dinner. (B)(B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
M Cabaret show & threecourse<br />
dinner<br />
Day 8: Depart Paris<br />
The tour ends after breakfast<br />
& it’s time to say “au revoir” to<br />
your new friends. (B)<br />
paris
easypace<br />
easypace<br />
easypace<br />
Visit contiki.com/london-paris-plus<br />
london & paris<br />
+ paris extension<br />
10 Days, 2 countries<br />
From US$1389pp*<br />
US$139 per day<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Days 1-7: USA to Paris<br />
Refer to London & Paris<br />
itinerary & sightseeing on p.50.<br />
Days 8-9: Paris<br />
Check out this avant-garde city<br />
for a couple more days. Using<br />
your included Metro pass, shop<br />
in stylish boutiques for the<br />
Visit contiki.com/london-amsterdam<br />
Days 1-7: USA to Paris<br />
Refer to London & Paris<br />
itinerary & sightseeing on p.50.<br />
Days 8-9: Paris to<br />
Amsterdam<br />
Hop on the train & head to the<br />
Netherlands’ free-wheeling,<br />
vibrant capital city, Amsterdam.<br />
Days 1-7: USA to Paris<br />
Refer to London & Paris<br />
itinerary & sightseeing on p.50.<br />
Day 8: Paris to Rome<br />
Transfer to the airport for your<br />
flight to Rome. Check-in to the<br />
hotel, then head out & explore. (B)<br />
• Transfer to airport & flight<br />
to Rome<br />
hottest Parisian fashions, peruse<br />
world-renowned museums like the<br />
Louvre or the Pompidou Centre &<br />
savor delicious gourmet food. Or day<br />
trip to a nearby attraction like<br />
Disneyland Paris, the Champagne<br />
region, or the Monet gardens in<br />
Giverny. (B)(B)<br />
london & paris<br />
+ amsterdam<br />
10 Days, 4 countries<br />
From US$1549pp*<br />
US$155 per day<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Visit contiki.com/london-paris-rome<br />
Check out the museums, cool cafés<br />
& notoriously fun nightclubs. Grab a<br />
bike & hit the streets to explore like<br />
the locals. (B)(B)<br />
• Transfer to station & train to<br />
Amsterdam<br />
• Transfer to Amsterdam hotel<br />
2-day city tram pass<br />
london & paris<br />
+ rome<br />
11 Days, 3 countries<br />
From US$1715pp*<br />
US$156 per day<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
•<br />
•<br />
Transfer to Rome hotel<br />
3-day pass on the Rome Metro<br />
Days 9-10: Rome<br />
Use your Metro pass to get out &<br />
see the ancient sights of the “Eternal<br />
City”, from the Vatican to the<br />
Colosseum. Hit the shops for some<br />
sophisticated Italian fashion &<br />
gorge on delicious gelato. (B)(B)<br />
• 2-day pass on the Paris<br />
Metro<br />
Day 10: Depart Paris<br />
The tour ends after breakfast<br />
& it’s time to say “au revoir” to<br />
your new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: The Paris extension<br />
section of this tour is unescorted.<br />
Day 10: Depart Amsterdam<br />
The tour ends after breakfast &<br />
it’s time to say farewell to your<br />
new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: You’ll travel<br />
independently by train & will be met<br />
by a <strong>Contiki</strong> Representative in<br />
Amsterdam & transferred to your hotel.<br />
Your stay in Amsterdam is unescorted.<br />
Day 11: Depart Rome<br />
The tour ends after breakfast<br />
& it’s time to swap email<br />
addresses & say “arrivederci”<br />
to your new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: You’ll travel<br />
independently by plane & will be<br />
met by a <strong>Contiki</strong> Representative in<br />
Rome & transferred to your hotel.<br />
Your stay in Rome is unescorted.<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBGP<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 5 Apr 6 Apr 14 1605<br />
Apr 19 Apr 20 Apr 28 1605<br />
May 3 May 4 May 12 1645<br />
May 10 May 11 May 19 1645<br />
May 17 May 18 May 26 1685<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 2 1685<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 9 1685<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 16 1685<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 23 1685<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 30 1685<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 7 1685<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 14 1739<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask us about great air deals<br />
from the USA to & from all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
BBGP - Summer 2013 Single room supplement of US$409.<br />
WWGP - Winter 2013/14 Single room supplement of US$355.<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBGA<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask us about great air deals<br />
from the USA to & from all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
BBGA - Summer 2013 Single room supplement of US$449.<br />
WWGA - Winter 2013/14 Single room supplement of US$399<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBGR<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWGP w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 27 1449<br />
Oct 25 Oct 26 Nov 3 1449<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 17 1429<br />
Nov 22 Nov 23 Dec 1 1429<br />
Dec 6 Dec 7 Dec 15 1429<br />
Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 29 1475<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 4 1475<br />
Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 7 1475<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 5 Apr 6 Apr 14 1755<br />
Apr 19 Apr 20 Apr 28 1755<br />
May 3 May 4 May 12 1795<br />
May 10 May 11 May 19 1795<br />
May 17 May 18 May 26 1839<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 2 1839<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 9 1839<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 16 1839<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 23 1839<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 30 1839<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 7 1839<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 14 1905<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWGA w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 27 1619<br />
Oct 25 Oct 26 Nov 3 1619<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 17 1595<br />
Nov 22 Nov 23 Dec 1 1595<br />
Dec 6 Dec 7 Dec 15 1595<br />
Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 29 1645<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 4 1645<br />
Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 7 1645<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 5 Apr 6 Apr 15 1855<br />
Apr 19 Apr 20 Apr 29 1855<br />
May 3 May 4 May 13 1899<br />
May 10 May 11 May 20 1899<br />
May 17 May 18 May 27 1945<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 3 1945<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 10 1945<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 17 1945<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 24 1945<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jul 1 1945<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 8 1945<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 15 2015<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Rome pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWGR w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 28 1789<br />
Oct 25 Oct 26 Nov 4 1789<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 18 1765<br />
Nov 22 Nov 23 Dec 2 1765<br />
Dec 6 Dec 7 Dec 16 1765<br />
Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 30 1815<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 5 1815<br />
Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 8 1815<br />
2013<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 21 1739<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 28 1739<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 4 1739<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 18 1645<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 25 1645<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Sep 1 1645<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 8 1685<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 15 1685<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 22 1685<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 29 1685<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 6 1685<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 12 1475<br />
Jan 10 Jan 11 Jan 19 1475<br />
Jan 24 Jan 25 Feb 2 1389<br />
Feb 21 Feb 22 Mar 2 1389<br />
Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 9 1389<br />
Mar 14 Mar 15 Mar 23 1415<br />
Mar 21 Mar 22 Mar 30 1415<br />
2013<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 21 1905<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 28 1905<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 4 1905<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 18 1795<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 25 1795<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Sep 1 1795<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 8 1839<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 15 1839<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 22 1839<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 29 1839<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 6 1839<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 12 1645<br />
Jan 10 Jan 11 Jan 19 1645<br />
Jan 24 Jan 25 Feb 2 1549<br />
Feb 21 Feb 22 Mar 2 1549<br />
Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 9 1549<br />
Mar 14 Mar 15 Mar 23 1579<br />
Mar 21 Mar 22 Mar 30 1579<br />
2013<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 22 2015<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 29 2015<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 5 2015<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 19 1899<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 26 1899<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Sep 2 1899<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 9 1945<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 16 1945<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 23 1945<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 30 1945<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 7 1945<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 13 1815<br />
Jan 10 Jan 11 Jan 20 1815<br />
Jan 24 Jan 25 Feb 3 1715<br />
Feb 21 Feb 22 Mar 3 1715<br />
Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 10 1715<br />
Mar 14 Mar 15 Mar 24 1745<br />
Mar 21 Mar 22 Mar 31 1745<br />
The above prices are accurate as of July 10th, 2012 & include internal airfares.<br />
For up-to-date pricing please go to contiki.com/london-paris-rome.<br />
Included fl ights: Prices above include the land tour & internal flights as specified<br />
on the map only & do not include international airfares to or from the tour start<br />
& end cities. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.114 for important info.<br />
* All prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re traveling solo,<br />
we can share you with a same-sex roommate at no extra charge.<br />
BBGR - Summer 2013 Single room supplement of US$475.<br />
WWGR - Winter 2013/14 Single room supplement of US445.<br />
Tours start 6:00pm & end approx. 8:00am.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
Paris extension:<br />
8 nights twin-share hotel<br />
accommodation<br />
Amsterdam extension:<br />
8 nights twin-share hotel<br />
accommodation<br />
Train journey & transfer to hotel<br />
Rome extension:<br />
9 nights twin-share hotel<br />
accommodation<br />
Flight to Rome & transfer to hotel<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
All other inclusions:<br />
50 | 51<br />
Superior<br />
London & Paris +<br />
Paris, Amsterdam or Rome<br />
10/11 days<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
See inclusions on the<br />
opposite page<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
10 meals: (Paris & Amsterdam)<br />
8 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
2 three-course dinners (D)<br />
11 meals: (Rome)<br />
9 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
2 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
(days 2-8)<br />
Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />
with power outlets for charging<br />
(days 2-8)<br />
Sightseeing tours in London &<br />
Paris<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes<br />
& service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$190.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
6<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
easypace<br />
LONDON EYE
Visit contiki.com/ireland<br />
ireland<br />
9 Days<br />
2 countries<br />
From US$1599pp*<br />
US$146 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Learn about the troubled<br />
history of Belfast on a<br />
locally guided tour<br />
• Visit Blarney Castle & kiss<br />
the famous Blarney Stone<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
7 nights twin-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
11 meals:<br />
7 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$130.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
1<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
dublin<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBIR<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Dublin Dublin pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 5 Apr 6 Apr 13 1225<br />
Apr 12 Apr 13 Apr 20 1225<br />
Apr 26 Apr 27 May 4 1225<br />
May 3 May 4 May 11 1255<br />
May 10 May 11 May 18 1255<br />
May 17 May 18 May 25 1285<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 1 1285<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 8 1285<br />
Jun 4 Jun 5 Jun 12 1285<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 15 1285<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 22 1285<br />
Jun 18 Jun 19 Jun 26 1285<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 29 1285<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 6 1285<br />
Jul 2 Jul 3 Jul 10 1329<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 13 1329<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 20 1329<br />
Jul 16 Jul 17 Jul 24 1329<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 27 1329<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Dublin Dublin pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 3 1329<br />
Jul 30 Jul 31 Aug 7 1329<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 10 1285<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 17 1285<br />
Aug 13 Aug 14 Aug 21 1285<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 24 1285<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Aug 31 1285<br />
Aug 27 Aug 28 Sep 4 1285<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 7 1285<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 14 1285<br />
Sep 10 Sep 11 Sep 18 1285<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 21 1285<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 28 1285<br />
Sep 24 Sep 25 Oct 2 1285<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 5 1285<br />
Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 12 1285<br />
Oct 11 Oct 12 Oct 19 1285<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 26 1285<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from all<br />
the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost.<br />
Single room supplement of US$309.<br />
Tour starts 4:30pm in Dublin & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Dublin.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
NORTHERN IRELAND<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Dublin<br />
Check-in to your hotel & this evening<br />
meet up with your Tour Manager &<br />
fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers. (D)<br />
Day 3: Dublin to Londonderry<br />
Discover the troubled history of<br />
Belfast then we make our way to the<br />
walled city of Londonderry. (B)<br />
Day 4: Londonderry to Galway<br />
Explore Londonderry & its<br />
fascinating historical sites, before<br />
traveling south through Connacht to<br />
Galway. (B)<br />
• See the 17th century city walls of<br />
Londonderry<br />
M Walking tour including Bogside<br />
Murals<br />
Day 5: Galway<br />
Discover this quintessential Irish<br />
town where Gaelic is still spoken on<br />
the streets. Opt in for the chance to<br />
visit the stunning Aran Islands, a 40<br />
minute boat ride away. (B,D)<br />
M Boat ride to the Aran Islands<br />
Day 6: Galway to Cork<br />
Spot the Cliffs of Moher then get<br />
the chance to kiss the famous<br />
Blarney Stone before arriving in<br />
Cork. (B,D)<br />
• Visit Blarney, home of the<br />
Blarney Stone<br />
1<br />
Day 7: Cork to Kilkenny<br />
See the brightly colored<br />
buildings of hill-side Cobh<br />
before reaching the charming<br />
medieval Kilkenny. (B,D)<br />
• Entrance to the Port<br />
Heritage Centre, last port<br />
of call for the ill-fated Titanic<br />
See the Rock of Cashel<br />
•<br />
ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />
Cliffs of Moher<br />
Blarney<br />
See Kilkenny Castle & St.<br />
Canice’s Cathedral<br />
M Guided walking tour of<br />
Kilkenny<br />
Day 8: Kilkenny to Dublin<br />
Dublin has so much to see &<br />
do, so take time to explore its<br />
blarney castle<br />
LONDONDERRY 1<br />
CORK<br />
1<br />
N.IRELAND<br />
REP. OF<br />
IRELAND<br />
scotland & ireland 14 days<br />
vibrant mix of thriving markets,<br />
museums, cafés & enjoy the<br />
easy-going local hospitality. (B)<br />
• See Trinity College, the<br />
Monument of Light, Parnell<br />
Square & St. Stephen’s Green<br />
M Guinness Brewery<br />
Storehouse visit<br />
Day 9: Depart Dublin<br />
The tour ends after breakfast &<br />
it’s time to say farewell to your<br />
new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 9 have been<br />
designed to allow you to start &<br />
finish the tour without needing extra<br />
nights accommodation.<br />
$<br />
Belfast<br />
GALWAY 2 DUBLIN 2<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
From US$2135pp* US$153 per day<br />
HIGHLAND FLING?<br />
Add 5 days to your tour &<br />
get a slice of Scotland too.<br />
Day 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Edinburgh<br />
Days 3-6: See Days 6-9<br />
England & Scotland map,<br />
itinerary & sightseeing on p.53.<br />
Visit contiki.com/scotland-ireland<br />
Day 7: Glasgow to Dublin<br />
Ferry to Northern Ireland. (B,D)<br />
Days 8-14: See Days 3-9 Ireland<br />
map, itinerary & sightseeing above.<br />
For full details, dates & prices see<br />
our website. Tour code: BBED<br />
Single supplement of US$545<br />
1<br />
KILKENNY<br />
IRISH<br />
SEA<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$230.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
S
Visit contiki.com/england-scotland<br />
england & scotland Isle<br />
of Skye<br />
11 Days<br />
2 countries<br />
From US$1599pp*<br />
US$146 per day<br />
Eilean Donan castle<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to the Imperial Hotel,<br />
then free time to explore London.<br />
Day 3: London to Liverpool<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team<br />
& take a London sightseeing<br />
tour before traveling to the<br />
home of The Beatles, Liverpool.<br />
Tonight, get to know your<br />
group over dinner & maybe hit<br />
the town for a night out. (D)<br />
• Beatles tour in Liverpool<br />
Day 4: Liverpool to York<br />
Catch the endless rolling country<br />
views through the cute Peak<br />
District to one of England’s<br />
most historic cities, York. (B,D)<br />
• Guided walking tour of York<br />
• See York Minster & Clifford’s<br />
Tower<br />
M Evening ‘Ghost Walk’<br />
Day 5: York to Lake District<br />
This morning we make our<br />
way to Cumbria’s gorgeous<br />
Lake District. There are plenty<br />
of optional activities to choose<br />
from, like hiking & kayaking. (B)<br />
• Visit Bowness & see Lake<br />
Windermere<br />
M Kayaking or canoeing<br />
Day 6: Lake District to<br />
Edinburgh<br />
Stop at Hadrian’s Wall & cross<br />
the border town of Gretna<br />
Green en route to Edinburgh. (B)<br />
• Entrance to Gretna Green<br />
Museum<br />
•<br />
Driving city tour to see<br />
Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood<br />
Palace & the Royal Mile<br />
M Dinner with haggis & bagpipes<br />
Day 7: Edinburgh<br />
Spend a day exploring the city.<br />
Combining medieval & modern,<br />
its buildings are perched on top<br />
of hills, shadowed by cliffs &<br />
overlooking the sea. (B,D)<br />
Day 8: Edinburgh to Scottish<br />
Highlands<br />
Stop at the original home of<br />
golf - St. Andrews - on the way<br />
to the Scottish Highlands &<br />
Loch Ness. (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Scottish Highlands to<br />
West Highlands<br />
See the stunning Isle of Skye, with<br />
its moors, mountains, lochs & sea<br />
cliffs. (B)<br />
• See the spectacular Eilean<br />
Donan Castle<br />
• Visit seaside town Portree<br />
• See Britain’s highest mountain,<br />
Ben Nevis<br />
Day 10: West Highlands to<br />
Glasgow<br />
Visit historic Stirling before arriving<br />
in lively Glasgow, with its happening<br />
pubs & music scene. (B)<br />
• See Stirling Castle & the William<br />
Wallace Monument<br />
• See George Square & the<br />
Glasgow City Chambers<br />
Scottish highlands<br />
scotland 7 days<br />
Day 11: Depart Glasgow/<br />
Train to London<br />
The tour ends after breakfast<br />
in Glasgow & it’s time to say<br />
farewell to your new found<br />
friends. Or if you’ve chosen to<br />
end in London, catch the train<br />
back down south where your<br />
tour ends upon arrival. (B)<br />
you choose<br />
From US$1049pp* US$150 per day<br />
JUST WANT SCOTLAND?<br />
Try everything Scottish on our<br />
7 day tour.<br />
For full details, dates & prices see<br />
our website. Tour code: BBSC.<br />
Single supplement of US$265<br />
Visit contiki.com/<br />
scotland<br />
Want to finish<br />
in London?<br />
Add US$169 to take<br />
the train from<br />
Glasgow to London.<br />
$<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$110.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
Rep. of<br />
Ireland<br />
1<br />
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS<br />
1<br />
Loch Ness<br />
WEST 1<br />
HIGHLANDS<br />
N.Ireland<br />
Stirling<br />
1<br />
GLASGOW<br />
Gretna Green<br />
IRISH SEA<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end cities<br />
SCOTLAND<br />
liverpool<br />
1<br />
St. Andrews<br />
2 EDINBURGH<br />
LAKE 1<br />
DISTRICT<br />
Wales<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Northumberland<br />
National Park<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBBR<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Glasgow pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Mar 27<br />
Apr 3<br />
Apr 17<br />
Apr 24<br />
May 1<br />
May 8<br />
May 15<br />
May 22<br />
May 26<br />
May 29<br />
Jun 5<br />
Jun 9<br />
Jun 12<br />
Jun 19<br />
Jun 23<br />
Jun 26<br />
Jul 3<br />
Jul 7<br />
Jul 10<br />
Mar 29<br />
Apr 5<br />
Apr 19<br />
Apr 26<br />
May 3<br />
May 10<br />
May 17<br />
May 24<br />
May 28<br />
May 31<br />
Jun 7<br />
Jun 11<br />
Jun 14<br />
Jun 21<br />
Jun 25<br />
Jun 28<br />
Jul 5<br />
Jul 9<br />
Jul 12<br />
Apr 6<br />
Apr 13<br />
Apr 27<br />
May 4<br />
May 11<br />
May 18<br />
May 25<br />
Jun 1<br />
Jun 5<br />
Jun 8<br />
Jun 15<br />
Jun 19<br />
Jun 22<br />
Jun 29<br />
Jul 3<br />
Jul 6<br />
Jul 13<br />
Jul 17<br />
Jul 20<br />
1599<br />
1599<br />
1599<br />
1599<br />
1639<br />
1639<br />
1675<br />
1675<br />
1675<br />
1675<br />
1675<br />
1675<br />
1675<br />
1675<br />
1675<br />
1675<br />
1729<br />
1729<br />
1729<br />
1<br />
YORK<br />
ENGLAND<br />
NORTH<br />
SEA<br />
LONDON 1<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Glasgow pp*<br />
or London<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWBR w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 17 Oct 19 Oct 26 1445<br />
Dec 5 Dec 7 Dec 14 1415<br />
Dec 12 Dec 14 Dec 21 1415<br />
Dec 19 Dec 21 Dec 28 1455<br />
Dec 26 Dec 28 Jan 4 1455<br />
2013<br />
Jul 17 Jul 19 Jul 27 1729<br />
Jul 21 Jul 23 Jul 31 1729<br />
Jul 24 Jul 26 Aug 3 1729<br />
Jul 31 ● Aug 2 Aug 10 1675<br />
Aug 4 ● Aug 6 Aug 14 1675<br />
Aug 7 ● Aug 9 Aug 17 1675<br />
Aug 14 ● Aug 16 Aug 24 1675<br />
Aug 18 ● Aug 20 Aug 28 1675<br />
Aug 21 Aug 23 Aug 31 1675<br />
Aug 28 Aug 30 Sep 7 1675<br />
Sep 1 Sep 3 Sep 11 1675<br />
Sep 4 Sep 6 Sep 14 1675<br />
Sep 11 Sep 13 Sep 21 1675<br />
Sep 15 Sep 17 Sep 25 1675<br />
Sep 18 Sep 20 Sep 28 1675<br />
Sep 25 Sep 27 Oct 5 1675<br />
Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 12 1675<br />
Oct 9 Oct 11 Oct 19 1675<br />
2014<br />
Jan 2 Jan 4 Jan 11 1455<br />
Jan 30 Feb 1 Feb 8 1375<br />
Mar 6 Mar 8 Mar 15 1375<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask<br />
us about great air deals from the USA to & from all the<br />
start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost.<br />
BBBR - Summer 2013 - 11 days<br />
Single room supplement of US$435.<br />
WWBR - Winter 2013/14 - 10 days<br />
Single room supplement of US$365.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Glasgow or 2:30pm in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Edinburgh during the Festival<br />
& Military Tattoo (tickets not included).<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Winter departures are 10 days long & feature a<br />
slightly modified itinerary. 1 night in Liverpool, York 1<br />
night, Edinburgh 2 nights, Scottish Highlands 1 night,<br />
Glasgow 1 night, Lake District 1 night.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Superior<br />
England<br />
& Scotland<br />
11 days<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
What’s Included:<br />
9 nights twin-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
12 meals:<br />
8 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$170.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
7<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
52 | 53<br />
• Follow in the footsteps<br />
of The Beatles on our<br />
locally guided Magical<br />
Mystery Tour<br />
• Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat<br />
cruise of stunning Loch Ness<br />
Plus Regional Dinner<br />
• Traditional English roast<br />
dinner in a local pub<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
London<br />
day trips<br />
Love England?<br />
Grab a great value day trip to<br />
ancient Stonehenge, beautiful<br />
Bath or the home of the<br />
Queen, Windsor Castle before<br />
or after your tour.<br />
Book on arrival in London at<br />
the <strong>Contiki</strong> Basement.<br />
Visit contiki.com/day-trips<br />
for more.
Visit contiki.com/britain-ireland<br />
great britain & ireland<br />
18 Days<br />
5 countries<br />
From US$2465pp*<br />
US$137 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Follow in the footsteps of<br />
The Beatles on our guided<br />
Magical Mystery Tour<br />
• Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat<br />
cruise of Loch Ness<br />
• Locally guided walking<br />
tour of Belfast<br />
• Visit Blarney Castle & kiss<br />
the famous Blarney Stone<br />
Plus Regional Dinners<br />
• Traditional English roast<br />
dinner in a local pub<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
16 nights twin-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
23 meals:<br />
15 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
8 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/britain-ireland<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$265.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
7<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBUK<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London London pp*<br />
2013<br />
Mar 27<br />
Apr 3<br />
Apr 17<br />
Apr 24<br />
May 1<br />
May 8<br />
May 15<br />
May 22<br />
May 26<br />
May 29<br />
Jun 5<br />
Jun 9<br />
Jun 12<br />
Jun 19<br />
Jun 23<br />
Jun 26<br />
Jul 3<br />
Jul 7<br />
Jul 10<br />
Mar 29<br />
Apr 5<br />
Apr 19<br />
Apr 26<br />
May 3<br />
May 10<br />
May 17<br />
May 24<br />
May 28<br />
May 31<br />
Jun 7<br />
Jun 11<br />
Jun 14<br />
Jun 21<br />
Jun 25<br />
Jun 28<br />
Jul 5<br />
Jul 9<br />
Jul 12<br />
Apr 13<br />
Apr 20<br />
May 4<br />
May 11<br />
May 18<br />
May 25<br />
Jun 1<br />
Jun 8<br />
Jun 12<br />
Jun 15<br />
Jun 22<br />
Jun 26<br />
Jun 29<br />
Jul 6<br />
Jul 10<br />
Jul 13<br />
Jul 20<br />
Jul 24<br />
Jul 27<br />
2465<br />
2465<br />
2465<br />
2465<br />
2525<br />
2525<br />
2585<br />
2585<br />
2585<br />
2585<br />
2585<br />
2585<br />
2585<br />
2585<br />
2585<br />
2585<br />
2669<br />
2669<br />
2669<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London London pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 17 Jul 19 Aug 3 2669<br />
Jul 21 Jul 23 Aug 7 2669<br />
Jul 24 Jul 26 Aug 10 2669<br />
Jul 31 ● Aug 2 Aug 17 2585<br />
Aug 4 ● Aug 6 Aug 21 2585<br />
Aug 7 ● Aug 9 Aug 24 2585<br />
Aug 14 ● Aug 16 Aug 31 2585<br />
Aug 18 ● Aug 20 Sep 4 2585<br />
Aug 21 Aug 23 Sep 7 2585<br />
Aug 28 Aug 30 Sep 14 2585<br />
Sep 1 Sep 3 Sep 18 2585<br />
Sep 4 Sep 6 Sep 21 2585<br />
Sep 11 Sep 13 Sep 28 2585<br />
Sep 15 Sep 17 Oct 2 2585<br />
Sep 18 Sep 20 Oct 5 2585<br />
Sep 25 Sep 27 Oct 12 2585<br />
Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 19 2585<br />
Oct 9 Oct 11 Oct 26 2585<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from all<br />
the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost.<br />
Single room supplement of US$655.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx. 8:00pm<br />
in London.<br />
This tour is a combination tour where clients who<br />
have booked the England & Scotland only section<br />
return to London on Day 11 & those who have<br />
booked the Ireland only section join on Day 11.<br />
● These tours will be in Edinburgh during the Festival<br />
& Military Tattoo (tickets not included).<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
edinburgh castle<br />
GALWAY 2<br />
Cliffs Of Moher<br />
Blarney<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then<br />
free time to explore London.<br />
Day 3: London to Liverpool<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team<br />
& take a London sightseeing tour<br />
before traveling to the home of The<br />
Beatles, Liverpool. Tonight, get to<br />
know your group over dinner. (D)<br />
• Beatles tour in Liverpool<br />
Day 4: Liverpool to York<br />
Catch the endless rolling country<br />
views through the cute Peak District<br />
to one of England’s most historic<br />
cities, York. (B,D)<br />
• Guided walking tour of York<br />
• See York Minster & Clifford’s<br />
Tower<br />
M Evening ‘Ghost Walk’<br />
Day 5: York to Lake District<br />
This morning we make our way to<br />
Cumbria’s gorgeous Lake District.<br />
There are plenty of optional<br />
activities to choose from, like hiking<br />
& kayaking. (B)<br />
• Visit Bowness & see Lake<br />
Windermere<br />
M Kayaking or canoeing<br />
Day 6: Lake District to Edinburgh<br />
Stop at Hadrian’s Wall & cross<br />
through the border town of Gretna<br />
Green en route to Edinburgh. (B)<br />
• Entrance to Gretna Green<br />
Museum<br />
• Driving city tour to see Edinburgh<br />
Castle, Holyrood Palace & the<br />
Royal Mile<br />
Day 7: Edinburgh<br />
Spend a day exploring the city.<br />
Combining medieval & modern,<br />
its buildings are perched on top of<br />
hills, shadowed by cliffs &<br />
overlooking the sea. (B,D)<br />
Day 8: Edinburgh to Scottish<br />
Highlands<br />
Stop at the original home of golf - St.<br />
Andrews - on the way to the Scottish<br />
Highlands & Loch Ness. (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Scottish Highlands to<br />
West Highlands<br />
See the stunning Isle of Skye, with<br />
1<br />
ATLANTIC<br />
OCEAN<br />
1<br />
CORK<br />
Isle of Skye<br />
LONDONDERRY 1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Belfast<br />
DUBLIN 2<br />
WEST<br />
HIGHLANDS<br />
N.IRELAND<br />
REP. OF<br />
IRELAND<br />
1 KILKENNY<br />
its moors, mountains, lochs &<br />
sea cliffs. (B)<br />
• See the spectacular Eilean<br />
Donan Castle<br />
• Visit seaside town Portree<br />
• See Britain’s highest<br />
mountain, Ben Nevis<br />
Day 10: West Highlands to<br />
Glasgow<br />
Visit historic Stirling before<br />
arriving in lively Glasgow. (B)<br />
• See Stirling Castle & the<br />
William Wallace Monument<br />
• See George Square & the<br />
Glasgow City Chambers<br />
Day 11: Glasgow to Dublin<br />
Ferry to Northern Ireland,<br />
traveling through County<br />
Meath to Dublin. (B,D)<br />
Day 12: Dublin to<br />
Londonderry<br />
Discover the troubled history of<br />
Belfast then we make our way<br />
to the walled city of<br />
Londonderry. (B)<br />
M Locally guided walking tour<br />
Day 13: Londonderry to<br />
Galway<br />
Explore Londonderry & its<br />
fascinating historical sites,<br />
before traveling south through<br />
Connacht to Galway. (B)<br />
• See the 17th century city<br />
walls of Londonderry<br />
Day 14: Galway<br />
Discover the quintessential Irish<br />
town where Gaelic is still spoken<br />
on the streets. There’s also an<br />
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS<br />
1<br />
Loch Ness<br />
Stirling<br />
GLASGOW 1<br />
Northumberland<br />
National Park<br />
Gretna Green<br />
LAKE 1<br />
DISTRICT<br />
IRISH<br />
SEA<br />
Holyhead<br />
London day trips<br />
Love England?<br />
Grab a great value day trip to<br />
ancient Stonehenge, beautiful Bath<br />
or the home of the Queen, Windsor<br />
Castle before or after your tour.<br />
Book on arrival in London at the<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Basement.<br />
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1<br />
SCOTLAND<br />
WALES<br />
St. Andrews<br />
2 EDINBURGH<br />
1 Liverpool<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
YORK<br />
1<br />
ENGLAND<br />
1<br />
LONDON<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
option to visit the Aran Islands, a<br />
40 minute boat ride away. (B,D)<br />
M Boat ride to the Aran Islands<br />
Day 15: Galway to Cork<br />
Spot the Cliffs of Moher then<br />
get the chance to kiss the<br />
famous Blarney Stone before<br />
arriving in Cork. (B,D)<br />
• Visit Blarney, home of the<br />
Blarney Stone<br />
Day 16: Cork to Kilkenny<br />
See the brightly colored<br />
buildings of portside Cobh<br />
before reaching charming<br />
Kilkenny. (B,D)<br />
• Entrance to the Port<br />
Heritage Centre, the last port<br />
of call for the ill-fated Titanic<br />
• See the Rock of Cashel<br />
• See Kilkenny Castle & St.<br />
Canice’s Cathedral<br />
M Guided walking tour of<br />
Kilkenny<br />
Day 17: Kilkenny to Dublin<br />
Return to Dublin where you can<br />
explore its thriving markets,<br />
museums, cafes & enjoy the<br />
easy-going local hospitality. (B)<br />
• See Trinity College, the<br />
Monument of Light, Parnell<br />
Square & St. Stephen’s Green<br />
M Guinness Brewery<br />
Storehouse visit<br />
Day 18: Dublin to London<br />
We ferry across the Irish Sea to<br />
Wales & travel back to London<br />
where the tour ends upon<br />
arrival. (B)
easypace<br />
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MEDITERRANEAN TRAIL<br />
11 Days<br />
3 countries<br />
From US$1795pp*<br />
US$164 per day<br />
POSITANO<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Rome.<br />
Check-in to your hotel before<br />
meeting your Tour Manager &<br />
fellow travelers for dinner. (D)<br />
Day 3: Rome<br />
Opt to tour the Colosseum, later<br />
tour the famous Vatican. (B)<br />
•<br />
•<br />
See Piazza Venezia, Trevi<br />
Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza<br />
Navona, Colosseum &<br />
Roman Forum<br />
Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 4: Rome<br />
Explore the ‘Eternal City’. (B)<br />
easypace<br />
Albania<br />
IONIAN<br />
SEA<br />
Days 1-10: USA to<br />
Athens. See<br />
Mediterranean Trail above.<br />
Days 11-12: Athens.<br />
Explore more of Athens.<br />
(B)(B)<br />
Day 13: Athens to<br />
Mykonos. Ferry to<br />
Mykonos for sun & good<br />
times at our beach resort.<br />
Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Days 14-15: Mykonos.<br />
Kick back on island time.<br />
Feature Hotel (B)(B)<br />
Day 16: Mykonos to<br />
Santorini. Ferry to the<br />
quintessential Greek<br />
island, Santorini. (B,D)<br />
Days 17-18: Santorini.<br />
Indulge in Santorini’s<br />
Day 5: Rome to Sorrento<br />
Opt to tour the ancient city of Pompeii<br />
before heading to Sorrento. (B,D)<br />
•<br />
See the Bay of Naples & Mt.<br />
Vesuvius<br />
Day 6: Capri day trip<br />
We’re off to the isle of Capri. (B)<br />
Day 7: Sorrento<br />
Enjoy an Italian food experience,<br />
then opt to visit the Amalfi Coast. (B)<br />
• Italian food & wine experience<br />
Day 8: Sorrento to Greece<br />
Board our overnight ferry to Greece. (B)<br />
Day 9: To Athens<br />
We continue on to Athens. (B,D)<br />
Day 10: Athens<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
Piraeus<br />
ATHENS<br />
CORINTH<br />
CANAL 3<br />
MYKONOS<br />
GREECE<br />
3<br />
IOS 3<br />
SANTORINI 3<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
ITALY<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
3 ROME<br />
Vatican City<br />
Naples<br />
(Designer outlet mall)<br />
Pompeii<br />
3<br />
Isle of Capri SORRENTO<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
mediterranean Trail<br />
+ greek island hopping<br />
GREECE<br />
Bari<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
•<br />
Montenegro<br />
1<br />
Sightsee the ancient wonders. (B)<br />
See the first modern<br />
Olympic Stadium<br />
Day 11: End Athens<br />
The tour ends after breakfast. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 11 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/trail<br />
Athens<br />
Albania<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
Serbia<br />
Mykonos<br />
Macedonia<br />
GREECE<br />
ATHENS<br />
2<br />
Patras Corinth<br />
Canal<br />
mediterranean Trail<br />
+ 3 day greek island cruise<br />
Kusadasi<br />
$ SAVE<br />
famous blue & white Days 1-10: USA to Day 13: Crete to<br />
Days 1-10: USA to<br />
Chill in Patmos & later<br />
buildings, beaches & Athens. See<br />
Santorini. Spend time on Athens. See<br />
shop at Kusadasi’s bazaar.<br />
sunsets. (B)(B)<br />
Mediterranean Trail above. Greece’s biggest island, Mediterranean Trail above. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 19: Santorini to<br />
Ios. Cruise to the beautiful<br />
island of Ios. (B,D)<br />
Days 20-21: Ios. Relax &<br />
enjoy the beaches. (B)(B)<br />
Day 22: Ios to Athens.<br />
Set sail back to Athens. (B)<br />
Day 23: Depart<br />
Athens. The tour ends<br />
after breakfast. (B)<br />
For full details of this tour<br />
& prices go to contiki.com<br />
5<br />
Days 11: Athens to<br />
Kusadasi via Mykonos.<br />
Cruise to Mykonos, with<br />
its azure seas & golden<br />
beaches & soak up the<br />
cosmopolitan<br />
atmosphere & young,<br />
vibrant party culture.<br />
Later, we’ll set sail to<br />
Turkey. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 12: Kusadasi. Shop<br />
in the town’s colorful<br />
bazaar or get a feel for<br />
ancient Roman life on an<br />
optional tour to the<br />
classical city of Ephesus.<br />
Crete, then this afternoon<br />
we’re off to Santorini,<br />
famous for its blue &<br />
white buildings,<br />
spectacular island sunsets<br />
& breathtaking natural<br />
scenery. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 14: Arrival into<br />
Athens. Your tour ends<br />
after breakfast & a transfer<br />
into central Athens. (B)<br />
For full details of this tour<br />
& prices go to contiki.com<br />
6<br />
Day 11: Athens to<br />
Istanbul. Cruise to<br />
Istanbul. (B,D,S)<br />
Day 12: Istanbul. See<br />
an incredible mix of sights<br />
in this diverse city. Try<br />
tasty, local food, shop &<br />
take in the sights. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 13: Cruising to<br />
Mykonos. On to Mykonos<br />
& a full 24 hours to explore<br />
the island. Hotel (B,L)<br />
Day 14: Mykonos. Hang<br />
out on the island, then<br />
rejoin the cruise. (B,D,S)<br />
Day 16: Cruising to<br />
Rhodes. Spend the day<br />
exploring. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 17: Santorini via<br />
Crete. Enjoy beautiful<br />
scenery. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 18: Arrival into<br />
Athens. Your tour ends<br />
after breakfast & a transfer<br />
into central Athens. (B)<br />
For full details of this tour<br />
& prices go to contiki.com<br />
8<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Tonight, we’ll set sail to<br />
Crete. (B,L,D,S)<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Day 15: Cruising to<br />
Kusadasi via Patmos.<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
TURKEY<br />
What’s Included:<br />
What’s Included:<br />
54 | 55<br />
How much & when superior<br />
mediterranean Trail<br />
+ 7 day greek island cruise<br />
23 Days, 3 countries 14 Days, 4 countries 18 Days, 4 countries<br />
From US$3399pp*<br />
US$148 per day<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
easypace<br />
1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
From US$2285pp*<br />
US$164 per day<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
Places visited<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBGG<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Athens pp*<br />
easypace<br />
1<br />
GREECE<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Athens<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$185. See p.27 for details.<br />
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2013<br />
May 7 May 8 May 17 1795<br />
May 21 May 22 May 31 1845<br />
May 28 May 29 Jun 7 1845<br />
Jun 4 Jun 5 Jun 14 1845<br />
Jun 11 Jun 12 Jun 21 1845<br />
Jun 18 Jun 19 Jun 28 1845<br />
Jun 25 Jun 26 Jul 5 1845<br />
Jul 2 Jul 3 Jul 12 1885<br />
Jul 9 Jul 10 Jul 19 1885<br />
From US$3049pp*<br />
US$170 per day<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 16 Jul 17 Jul 26 1885<br />
Jul 23 Jul 24 Aug 2 1885<br />
Jul 30 Jul 31 Aug 9 1885<br />
Aug 6 Aug 7 Aug 16 1845<br />
Aug 13 Aug 14 Aug 23 1795<br />
Aug 20 Aug 21 Aug 30 1795<br />
Aug 27 Aug 28 Sep 6 1795<br />
Sep 3 Sep 4 Sep 13 1845<br />
Sep 10 Sep 11 Sep 20 1845<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same<br />
sex roommate at no extra cost (either twin or<br />
triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$499 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx.<br />
8:00am in Athens.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
Patmos<br />
1<br />
MYKONOS<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
Rhodes<br />
Istanbul<br />
TURKEY<br />
Kusadasi<br />
Mediterranean<br />
Trail<br />
11 days<br />
8 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
8 nights in hotels<br />
+1 night on board a ferry<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
12 meals:<br />
9 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
3 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossing<br />
5<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
superior<br />
Med. Trail<br />
+ Greek Islands<br />
23/14/18 days<br />
Greek Island Hopping option:<br />
20 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation<br />
27 meals: 21 continental<br />
breakfasts (B), 6 dinners (D)<br />
Ferry crossings (tourist class)<br />
& coach transfers<br />
3 day Cruise option:<br />
11 nights accommodation<br />
24 meals: 12 continental/buffet<br />
breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L),<br />
6 dinners (D), 3 suppers (S)<br />
Professional local guide &<br />
on-board cruise representative<br />
Fun filled entertainment on<br />
every night of the cruise<br />
“Welcome to Greece” info pack<br />
7 day Cruise option:<br />
15 nights accommodation<br />
36 meals: 16 continental/buffet<br />
breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L),<br />
9 dinners (D), 6 suppers (S)<br />
Additional inclusions for this tour,<br />
see 3 day Cruise option above<br />
For all other inclusions & pay<br />
early savings for all 3 options,<br />
see Mediterranean Trail at top<br />
of page<br />
easypace easypace
mediterranean<br />
highlights<br />
14 Days<br />
5 countries<br />
From US$1735pp*<br />
US$124 per day<br />
SPAIN / France<br />
Monaco / Italy<br />
Vatican City<br />
1<br />
ATLANTIC<br />
OCEAN<br />
SPAIN<br />
Zaragoza<br />
2 MADRID<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Pyrenees<br />
Mountains<br />
FRANCE<br />
Belgium<br />
1<br />
AVIGNON<br />
Aix-en-<br />
Provence<br />
2<br />
BARCELONA<br />
Cinque Terre<br />
Monaco<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Switz<br />
Germany Czech Rep<br />
ITALY<br />
PISA/ITALIAN RIVIERA<br />
1<br />
2 FLORENCE<br />
San<br />
Gimignano<br />
Vatican City<br />
Austria<br />
2 ROME<br />
Croatia<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Slovakia<br />
Hungary<br />
Bosnia<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Locally guided day trip to sunny Toledo<br />
Serbia M Delicious a feast in the Tuscan hills<br />
CINQUE TERRE<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Special access Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici<br />
Palace on our locally guided walking tour<br />
• Cruise along the stunning, colorful coastal towns of the<br />
Cinque Terre (summer departures only)<br />
• Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s<br />
Basilica & the art of the Vatican Museums<br />
• Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our<br />
locally guided tour<br />
Plus Regional Dinners<br />
• A feast for a king - local tapas dishes in a famous<br />
Barcelona restaurant<br />
• Dine like the locals at a French bistro<br />
• Learn to make pizza Italian-style in Rome<br />
visit<br />
Museo Picasso. Home to<br />
one of the world’s largest<br />
collections of work by<br />
Spain’s<br />
most<br />
famous<br />
artist, this<br />
gallery is a<br />
must-visit<br />
for art<br />
lovers.<br />
Jacqueline: Awesome experience! Met<br />
awesome people, saw absolutely breath-taking<br />
places those places you have once dreamed<br />
about- Rome, Colosseum etc , best guide - Thanks Angie<br />
:) Still have that theme song of our bus!! <strong>Contiki</strong> will see<br />
me on another tour!<br />
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Learn flamenco in Barcelona,<br />
spot the rich & famous on the<br />
French Riviera & work on your<br />
tan on the Med coast. Indulge in<br />
the delights of Tuscany, discover<br />
ancient Rome & soak up the Spanish<br />
flavor of Madrid, plus more ...<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
start madrid<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Madrid<br />
Check-in to your hotel & then<br />
the afternoon is yours to explore.<br />
Later meet your Tour Manager<br />
& fellow travelers for dinner. (D)<br />
Day 3: Madrid<br />
Get hooked on the Spanish<br />
capital’s spontaneous lifestyle<br />
that blends traditional culture<br />
with new vitality. (B)<br />
Day 4: Madrid to Barcelona<br />
Stop in Baroque Zaragoza for<br />
lunch before heading towards<br />
Barcelona. (B,D)<br />
• See Zaragoza’s<br />
monumental cathedral<br />
Day 5: Barcelona<br />
This sexy city sizzles on a<br />
sightseeing tour - it’s food,<br />
fiesta, fashion & fun! (B)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada<br />
Família & the 1992 Olympic<br />
Games complex<br />
•<br />
Walk through the Gothic<br />
Quarter & La Rambla district<br />
M Flamenco dance show<br />
Day 6: Barcelona to Avignon<br />
Travel through the charming<br />
Provence region to Avignon. (B)<br />
• See the Papal Palace<br />
Day 7: Avignon to French<br />
Riviera<br />
Stop in Aix-en-Provence, then<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
start rome<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Rome<br />
Check-in to your hotel & then<br />
the afternoon is yours to<br />
explore. Later, meet your Tour<br />
Manager & travel buddies. (D)<br />
•<br />
See Piazza Venezia, the<br />
Trevi Fountain, Pantheon,<br />
Piazza Navona, Colosseum<br />
& Roman Forum<br />
Day 3: Rome<br />
Visit the Sistine Chapel & tap<br />
into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the<br />
‘Eternal City’. (B)<br />
•<br />
See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Colosseum & Roman Forum<br />
Day 4: Rome to Florence<br />
Discover medieval San<br />
Gimignano, then head to<br />
Renaissance Florence. (B)<br />
Day 5: Florence<br />
Get the inside track on striking<br />
buildings & sacred art in this<br />
atmospheric city. (B)<br />
•<br />
•<br />
See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry &<br />
Piazza della Signoria<br />
Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
M Nightclub entry & one drink<br />
Day 6: Florence to Italian<br />
Riviera<br />
Check out the Leaning Tower of<br />
it’s on to the glamorous French<br />
Riviera. Tonight Monaco &<br />
Monte Carlo! (B)<br />
• See the Cours Mirabeau in<br />
Aix-en-Provence<br />
• Scenic drive along the Côte<br />
d’Azur<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• Visit Monaco & see the<br />
Royal Palace<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
M Dinner near the Royal Palace<br />
of Monaco<br />
Day 8: French Riviera<br />
Do as the locals do - stroll<br />
through outdoor markets, shop<br />
upscale boutiques & sunbathe<br />
on the beach. (B,D)<br />
Day 9: French Riviera to Pisa<br />
Enter the Cinque Terre region<br />
& explore the colorful cliff-side<br />
villages, before reaching Pisa.<br />
(B)<br />
• Visit the towns of Monterosso,<br />
Portovenere & La Spezia<br />
Day 10: Pisa to Florence<br />
Check out the Leaning Tower<br />
of Pisa & roll through Tuscany<br />
to Renaissance Florence. (B)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower<br />
of Pisa<br />
Day 11: Florence<br />
A local guide gives you the<br />
inside track on striking buildings<br />
& sacred art in this atmospheric<br />
city. (B)<br />
Pisa, then enter the unspoiled<br />
Cinque Terre region. (B)<br />
• Visit the towns of<br />
Monterosso, Portovenere &<br />
La Spezia<br />
• See the Leaning Tower<br />
of Pisa<br />
Day 7: Italian Riviera to<br />
French Riviera<br />
Explore colorful cliff-side<br />
villages before heading to the<br />
glamorous French Riviera. (B,D)<br />
Day 8: French Riviera<br />
Stroll through outdoor markets,<br />
shop upscale boutiques &<br />
sunbathe on the beach. Later,<br />
it’s Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B)<br />
• Visit Monaco & see the<br />
Royal Palace<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
M Dinner near the Royal Palace<br />
of Monaco<br />
Day 9: French Riviera to<br />
Avignon<br />
Through charming Provence,<br />
stop for lunch in Aix-en-Provence,<br />
then continue on to Avignon. (B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• Scenic drive along the Côte<br />
d’Azur<br />
• See the Cours Mirabeau in<br />
Aix-en-Provence<br />
• See Avignon’s Papal Palace<br />
Day 10: Avignon to Barcelona<br />
Wind along the Mediterranean<br />
coast through the Pyrénées<br />
Mountains to vibrant<br />
Barcelona. (B,D)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry &<br />
Piazza della Signoria<br />
•<br />
Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
M Nightclub entry & one drink<br />
Day 12: Florence to Rome<br />
Enjoy a break in medieval San<br />
Gimignano. Then pass through<br />
rural Umbria on the road to<br />
Rome. (B,D)<br />
Day 13: Rome<br />
Visit the beautiful Sistine<br />
Chapel, then tap into ‘La Dolce<br />
Vita’ of the ‘Eternal City’ &<br />
explore this living museum of<br />
history, from the Vatican to the<br />
Colosseum. (B)<br />
•<br />
•<br />
See Piazza Venezia, the<br />
Trevi Fountain, Pantheon,<br />
Piazza Navona, Colosseum<br />
& Roman Forum<br />
See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Colosseum & Roman Forum<br />
Day 14: Depart Rome<br />
The tour ends after breakfast &<br />
it’s time to say “arrivederci” to<br />
your new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 14 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.<br />
Day 11: Barcelona<br />
See why this sexy city sizzles<br />
on our included sightseeing<br />
tour. It’s a mix of food, fiesta,<br />
fashion & fun. (B)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada<br />
Família & the 1992 Olympic<br />
Games complex<br />
•<br />
Walk through the Gothic<br />
Quarter & La Rambla district<br />
M Flamenco dance show<br />
Day 12: Barcelona to Madrid<br />
See Baroque Zaragoza with<br />
a lunch stop as we head to<br />
buzzing Madrid. (B,D)<br />
• See Zaragoza’s<br />
monumental cathedral<br />
Day 13: Madrid<br />
Get hooked on the Spanish<br />
capital’s spontaneous lifestyle<br />
that blends traditional culture<br />
with new vitality. (B)<br />
Day 14: Depart Madrid<br />
It’s time to say farewell, your<br />
tour ends after breakfast. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 14 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBMD<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Madrid Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 17 May 18 May 30 2245<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 13 2245<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 27 2245<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 11 2245<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 18 2325<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 25 2325<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Aug 1 2325<br />
MADRID<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Madrid Rome pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWMD w<br />
2013<br />
Nov 1 Nov 2 Nov 14 1785<br />
Nov 29 Nov 30 Dec 12 1785<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask<br />
us about great air deals from the USA to & from all the<br />
start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBMD - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$769.<br />
WWMD - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$665.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Rome.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBDM<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Madrid pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 5 May 6 May 18 2185<br />
May 19 May 20 Jun 1 2235<br />
Jun 2 Jun 3 Jun 15 2235<br />
Jun 16 Jun 17 Jun 29 2235<br />
Jun 23 Jun 24 Jul 6 2235<br />
Jun 30 Jul 1 Jul 13 2315<br />
Jul 7 Jul 8 Jul 20 2315<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Madrid pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWDM w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 20 Oct 21 Nov 2 1815<br />
Nov 17 Nov 18 Nov 30 1785<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 8 1839<br />
2013<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 8 2325<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 15 2245<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 22 2105<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Sep 5 2105<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 19 2245<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Oct 3 2245<br />
2014<br />
Jan 7 Jan 8 Jan 20 1839<br />
Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 13 1735<br />
2013<br />
Jul 14 Jul 15 Jul 27 2315<br />
Jul 21 Jul 22 Aug 3 2315<br />
Jul 28 Jul 29 Aug 10 2315<br />
Aug 11 Aug 12 Aug 24 2185<br />
Aug 25 Aug 26 Sep 7 2185<br />
Sep 8 Sep 9 Sep 21 2235<br />
2014<br />
Feb 16 Feb 17 Mar 1 1735<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask<br />
us about great air deals from the USA to & from all the<br />
start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBDM - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$765.<br />
WWDM - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$665.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Madrid.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116 For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Superior<br />
Mediterranean<br />
Highlights<br />
14 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
12 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
16 meals:<br />
12 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$230.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
8<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
56 | 57<br />
you choose<br />
Travel from Madrid to Rome<br />
or Rome to Madrid. This tour<br />
operates in both directions.
simply italy<br />
13 Days<br />
2 countries<br />
From US$1645pp*<br />
US$127 per day<br />
Italy<br />
Vatican City<br />
France<br />
1<br />
MILAN 1<br />
Cinque Terre<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Lake Garda<br />
Verona<br />
Barberino<br />
(Designer outlet mall)<br />
Chianti Region<br />
VENICE<br />
2<br />
LA SPEZIA<br />
1<br />
Pisa 2 FLORENCE<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
ITALY<br />
Vatican City<br />
3 ROME<br />
Isle of Capri<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Mt. Vesuvius<br />
Pompeii<br />
2 SORRENTO<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Guided tour of the ancient city of Pompeii.<br />
M Gondola ride in Venice.<br />
ROME<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Special access Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio &<br />
Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour<br />
• A guided tour of a 16th century Tuscan castle while<br />
enjoying local Chianti & antipasto<br />
• Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s<br />
Basilica & the art of the Vatican Museums<br />
• Cruise along the stunning, coastal towns of the<br />
Cinque Terre (summer departures only)<br />
• Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri<br />
• The true Sorrento experience - a glass of Prosecco<br />
overlooking the Bay of Naples<br />
• Experience local artisans making traditional crafts<br />
like Venetian glass, lace, masks, jewellery & gondolas<br />
- plus more<br />
Plus Regional Dinners<br />
• Learn to make pizza Italian-style from the locals<br />
• Dine on regional specialities in local trattorias<br />
don’t miss<br />
Italy is a haven for the<br />
shopaholics within, so get a<br />
true fix at Via Cola di Rienzo in<br />
the Prati area,<br />
Rome. With<br />
mainstream<br />
& boutiques<br />
it’s ideal for<br />
all budgets &<br />
tastes.<br />
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Beyond amazing. Went solo & left Italy with<br />
51 new friends.<br />
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Ciao bella! It’s time for iconic<br />
monuments, quaint cities,<br />
ancient history, beaches,<br />
delicious food & fashion.<br />
Italy has it all, so discover its<br />
best, from the romantic vibes<br />
of Florence, Milan & Rome to<br />
the picturesque Sorrento, La<br />
Spezia & the Cinque Terre.<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Rome<br />
Check-in to your hotel &<br />
this afternoon meet your<br />
Tour Manager & get to<br />
know your fellow <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
travelers. (D)<br />
Day 3: Rome to Sorrento<br />
Travel south towards the<br />
home of pizza, Naples. Later,<br />
we’ll reach Sorrento, where<br />
you’ll enjoy a sunset drink<br />
overlooking the stunning<br />
bay. (B)<br />
• See Mt. Vesuvius<br />
• Scenic coastal drive to<br />
Sorrento<br />
Day 4: Capri Excursion<br />
Chill out on the Isle of Capri. Be<br />
amazed at the natural beauty,<br />
stroll through the hillside town<br />
of Anacapri or sip on a café al<br />
fresco with the locals. (B,D)<br />
M Boat cruise around the<br />
beautiful Isle of Capri<br />
(summer departures only)<br />
Day 5: Sorrento to Florence<br />
From postcard perfect<br />
Sorrento, pass through rural<br />
Umbria & Tuscany’s rolling<br />
hills & terraced vineyards to<br />
Renaissance Florence. (B,D)<br />
• Local wine tasting in the<br />
Chianti region<br />
Day 6: Florence<br />
A local guide gives you the inside<br />
track on striking buildings &<br />
sacred art in one of Italy’s most<br />
atmospheric cities. Later explore<br />
at your own pace. (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry &<br />
Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft<br />
demo<br />
M Tuscan hills feast<br />
Day 7: Florence to Venice<br />
Shop ‘til you drop at Barberino<br />
Designer Outlet, before<br />
professing your love in Romeo<br />
& Juliet’s home of Verona.<br />
Next up: fairytale Venice. (B)<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• See Juliet’s Balcony & the<br />
Roman Arena in Verona<br />
Day 8: Venice<br />
Meander through the ‘floating<br />
city’s’ tight alleyways & canals<br />
to find grand squares, art-filled<br />
palazzos, interesting little shops,<br />
bars & markets. An optional<br />
gondola ride is a must! (B)<br />
• Private motorboat to the<br />
historic islands<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
•<br />
See Venice’s iconic canals<br />
& gondolas<br />
M Guided walking tour<br />
Day 9: Venice to Milan via<br />
Lake Garda<br />
Leave the floating city behind<br />
before it’s all about the capital<br />
of fashion, Milan. (B,D)<br />
• Visit Sirmione on Lake<br />
Garda<br />
Day 10: Milan to La Spezia<br />
Take in the beauty of the<br />
region & indulge in tasty local<br />
food & wine in the seaside<br />
setting of the Cinque Terre. (B)<br />
• Visit Monterosso &<br />
Portovenere along the<br />
Cinque Terre<br />
•<br />
Cruise (weather permitting)<br />
& train along the scenic<br />
coast<br />
Day 11: La Spezia to Rome<br />
Stop & check out Pisa’s famous<br />
architectural wonder then cross<br />
the Appenine Mountains on<br />
the road to Rome (B)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower<br />
of Pisa<br />
• See Piazza Venezia, the<br />
Trevi Fountain, Pantheon,<br />
Piazza Navona, Colosseum<br />
& Roman Forum<br />
Day 12: Rome<br />
Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the<br />
“Eternal City” & explore this<br />
living museum of history. Get<br />
a feeling for Imperial Rome’s<br />
glory on an optional tour of the<br />
Roman Forum & Colosseum. (B)<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in the<br />
Vatican City<br />
M Guided tour of the<br />
Colosseum & Roman Forum<br />
Day 13: Depart Rome<br />
The tour ends after breakfast &<br />
it’s time to say “arrivederci” to<br />
your new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 13 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.<br />
the vatican<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBSY<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 6 Apr 7 Apr 18 1915<br />
Apr 20 Apr 21 May 2 1915<br />
Apr 27 Apr 28 May 9 1915<br />
May 4 May 5 May 16 1965<br />
May 11 May 12 May 23 1965<br />
May 18 May 19 May 30 2015<br />
May 25 May 26 Jun 6 2015<br />
Jun 1 Jun 2 Jun 13 2015<br />
Jun 8 Jun 9 Jun 20 2015<br />
Jun 15 Jun 16 Jun 27 2015<br />
Jun 22 Jun 23 Jul 4 2015<br />
Jun 25 Jun 26 Jul 7 2015<br />
Jun 29 Jun 30 Jul 11 2015<br />
Jul 2 Jul 3 Jul 14 2065<br />
Jul 6 Jul 7 Jul 18 2065<br />
Jul 9 Jul 10 Jul 21 2065<br />
florence<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Rome pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWSY w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 20 Oct 21 Nov 1 1715<br />
Oct 27 Oct 28 Nov 8 1715<br />
Nov 3 Nov 4 Nov 15 1689<br />
Nov 17 Nov 18 Nov 29 1689<br />
Dec 1 Dec 2 Dec 13 1689<br />
Dec 15 Dec 16 Dec 27 1739<br />
Dec 20 Dec 21 Jan 1 1739<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 7 1739<br />
2013<br />
Jul 13 Jul 14 Jul 25 2065<br />
Jul 20 Jul 21 Aug 1 2065<br />
Jul 23 Jul 24 Aug 4 2065<br />
Jul 27 Jul 28 Aug 8 2065<br />
Aug 3 Aug 4 Aug 15 2015<br />
Aug 10 Aug 11 Aug 22 1965<br />
Aug 24 Aug 25 Sep 5 1965<br />
Aug 31 Sep 1 Sep 12 2015<br />
Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 19 2015<br />
Sep 10 Sep 11 Sep 22 2015<br />
Sep 14 Sep 15 Sep 26 2015<br />
Sep 17 Sep 18 Sep 29 2015<br />
Sep 21 Sep 22 Oct 3 2015<br />
Sep 28 Sep 29 Oct 10 2015<br />
Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 17 2015<br />
2013<br />
Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 10 1739<br />
2014<br />
Jan 12 Jan 13 Jan 24 1739<br />
Feb 2 Feb 3 Feb 14 1645<br />
Mar 2 Mar 3 Mar 14 1645<br />
Mar 16 Mar 17 Mar 28 1675<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share.<br />
If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with<br />
a same-sex roommate at no extra cost (either<br />
twin or triple-share).<br />
BBSY - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$589.<br />
WWSY - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$595.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Rome.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
11 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
15 meals:<br />
11 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$205.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
9<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
58 | 59<br />
Superior<br />
Simply<br />
Italy<br />
13 days<br />
mix + match<br />
Combine this trip with<br />
another tour & double your<br />
fun! You’ll also save US$100<br />
with our multi tour discount.<br />
See p.27.<br />
Fly to Athens & connect with<br />
the ‘Greek Island Hopping’<br />
tour detailed on p76.<br />
Use low-cost airlines with<br />
these tours. See p.49.<br />
ROME
easypace<br />
italian espresso<br />
9 Days<br />
2 countries<br />
From US$1185pp*<br />
US$132 per day<br />
Italy<br />
Vatican City<br />
France<br />
1<br />
Switz<br />
Pisa<br />
Chianti Region<br />
San Gimignano<br />
Verona<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Optional start/end city (end Venice or Rome)<br />
Barberino<br />
(Designer outlet mall)<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
Vatican City<br />
VENICE<br />
2<br />
3 FLORENCE<br />
ITALY<br />
2 ROME<br />
Austria<br />
Slovenia<br />
ADRIATIC<br />
SEA<br />
Croatia<br />
Bosnia<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
Hungary<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Roman dinner in Rome.<br />
M Nightclub entry & one drink in Florence.<br />
M Venetian dinner with regional wines<br />
in Venice.<br />
VENICE CANALS<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Special access Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio, Medici<br />
Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour<br />
• A guided tour of a 16th century Tuscan castle while<br />
enjoying local Chianti & antipasto<br />
• Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s<br />
Basilica & the art of the Vatican Museums<br />
• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Experience local artisans making traditional crafts like<br />
Venetian glass, lace, masks, jewellery & gondolas<br />
Plus Regional Dinners<br />
• Learn to make pizza Italian-style from the locals<br />
• Dine on regional specialities at local trattorias<br />
visit<br />
Try I Due Fratellini.<br />
This hole in<br />
the wall<br />
(literally)<br />
offers<br />
Florence’s<br />
best lunch<br />
on the go.<br />
Think sandwiches<br />
for m2-3 &<br />
glasses of wine<br />
on wooden racks.<br />
Bellisimo.<br />
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Italian Espresso trip...1 word... Amazing...<br />
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Want a short but in-depth<br />
introduction to Italy? From<br />
the canals & cobbled lanes of<br />
timeless Venice to the vibes of<br />
the Eternal City & gorgeous<br />
Florence, it’s all here. With<br />
incredible food, coffee & people,<br />
you’ll get amongst it all, the<br />
way only the Italians can.<br />
FLORENCE<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Rome<br />
Check-in to your hotel & this<br />
afternoon meet your Tour<br />
Manager & get to know your<br />
fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers. Then<br />
it’s time to hit the streets for<br />
some sightseeing of Italy’s<br />
ancient capital city. (D)<br />
• See Piazza Venezia, the<br />
Trevi Fountain, Pantheon,<br />
Piazza Navona, Colosseum<br />
& Roman Forum<br />
Day 3: Rome<br />
Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the<br />
“Eternal City” & explore this<br />
living museum. Get a feeling<br />
for Imperial Rome’s glory on<br />
an optional tour of the Roman<br />
Forum & Colosseum. (B)<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in the<br />
Vatican City<br />
M Guided tour of the<br />
Colosseum & Roman Forum<br />
Day 4: Rome to Florence<br />
Pass through rural Umbria’s<br />
rolling hills & terraced vineyards<br />
to Renaissance Florence. A local<br />
guide gives you the inside track<br />
on the city’s striking buildings &<br />
sacred art. (B,D)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />
della Signoria in Florence<br />
Day 5: Florence<br />
Uncover the amazing<br />
masterpieces of Michelangelo’s<br />
home, Florence. Shop along<br />
the Ponte Vecchio or wrap your<br />
lips around some fine Tuscan<br />
cuisine before hitting up the<br />
Florentine nightlife. (B)<br />
• Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
M Delicious Tuscan feast with<br />
Chianti wine<br />
Day 6: Florence<br />
Enjoy a day trip out to the hills<br />
of the rustic Chianti region<br />
for wine tasting & a stop in<br />
medieval San Gimignano - the<br />
quintessential Tuscan town. (B)<br />
Day 7: Florence to Venice<br />
Pick up some designer threads<br />
at bargain prices this morning –<br />
there’s your chance to shop ‘til<br />
you drop at a designer outlet<br />
mall in Barberino. Later, profess<br />
your love in Romeo & Juliet’s<br />
home of Verona before arriving<br />
in fairytale Venice. (B,D)<br />
Day 8: Venice<br />
Meander through the ‘floating<br />
Learn to make pizza<br />
city’s’ tight alleyways & canals<br />
to find grand squares, art-filled<br />
palazzos, interesting little shops,<br />
bars & markets. An optional<br />
gondola ride is a must! (B)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
• See Venice’s iconic canals &<br />
gondolas<br />
M Gondola ride<br />
Day 9: Depart Venice/Rome<br />
The tour ends after breakfast<br />
in Venice & it’s time to say<br />
“arrivederci” to your new<br />
friends. Or if you prefer, catch<br />
a free transfer back to Rome<br />
where your tour ends upon<br />
arrival. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 9 (ending<br />
in Venice) have been designed<br />
to allow you to start & finish the<br />
tour without needing extra nights<br />
accommodation.<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBHI<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Venice pp*<br />
or Rome<br />
2013<br />
Apr 12 Apr 13 Apr 20 1315<br />
Apr 26 Apr 27 May 4 1315<br />
May 10 May 11 May 18 1345<br />
May 17 May 18 May 25 1375<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 1 1375<br />
May 26 May 27 Jun 3 1375<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 8 1375<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 22 1375<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 29 1375<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 6 1375<br />
Jun 30 Jul 1 Jul 8 1415<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 13 1415<br />
rome<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
chianti region<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Venice pp*<br />
or Rome<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWHI w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 26 1239<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 16 1225<br />
Nov 22 Nov 23 Nov 30 1225<br />
Dec 13 Dec 14 Dec 21 1225<br />
Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 29 1255<br />
Dec 27 Dec 28 Jan 4 1255<br />
2013<br />
Jul 7 Jul 8 Jul 15 1415<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 20 1415<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 27 1415<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 3 1415<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 10 1375<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 17 1345<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 24 1345<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 7 1375<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 14 1375<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 21 1375<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 28 1375<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 5 1375<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 11 1255<br />
Jan 17 Jan 18 Jan 25 1255<br />
Feb 21 Feb 22 Mar 1 1185<br />
Mar 7 Mar 8 Mar 15 1185<br />
Mar 21 Mar 22 Mar 29 1215<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask<br />
us about great air deals from the USA to & from all the<br />
start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBHI - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$399.<br />
WWHI - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$445.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Venice or approx 6:00pm in Rome.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
7 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
10 meals:<br />
7 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
3 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$140.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
6<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
60 | 61<br />
Superior<br />
Italian<br />
Espresso<br />
9 days<br />
mix + match<br />
Combine this trip with another<br />
tour & double your fun!<br />
Fly to Athens & connect with the<br />
‘Greek Island Hopping’ tour<br />
detailed on p.76 or connect with<br />
the ‘Spotlight on Greece’ tour<br />
detailed on p.69.<br />
Alternatively, fly to Berlin &<br />
connect with the ‘Eastern Road’<br />
tour detailed on p.66-67.<br />
Use low-cost airlines with<br />
these tours. See p.49.<br />
easypace
spanish spree<br />
15 Days<br />
2 countries<br />
From US$1655pp*<br />
US$111 per day<br />
SPAIN<br />
GIBRALTAR<br />
1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Portugal<br />
SEVILLE<br />
BILBAO 1<br />
Segovia<br />
MADRID 3<br />
Toledo<br />
CORDOBA 1<br />
1<br />
ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />
Gibraltar<br />
SPAIN<br />
2 GRANADA<br />
San Sebastian<br />
Pyrenees<br />
Mountains<br />
COSTA DEL SOL<br />
1 PAMPLONA<br />
Zaragoza<br />
Denia<br />
France<br />
2 BARCELONA<br />
2<br />
IBIZA<br />
COSTA BLANCA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose how<br />
to spend your free time; relaxing,<br />
discovering, getting a little random.<br />
Or you can choose from our<br />
ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Locally guided tour of Seville's famous sights<br />
M Explore Barcelona on a locally guided<br />
bike tour<br />
PARC GUELL<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on<br />
our locally guided tour<br />
• Catch a flight to the world-renowned Ibiza & check<br />
out its famous clubs & beaches<br />
• Locally guided tour of Granada’s Alhambra Palace<br />
• Learn about the history of Spanish culture &<br />
architecture at the Mosque of Caliphs in Cordoba<br />
Plus Regional Dinners<br />
• A feast for a king - local tapas dishes in a famous<br />
Barcelona restaurant<br />
• The diverse taste of Spain - regional dinners in our<br />
favorite local restaurants across Spain<br />
keep it<br />
affordable<br />
Head to the Magic Fountain<br />
in Barcelona. The changing<br />
colors, motion & music<br />
make for a ‘magical’ free<br />
night out.<br />
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Hola! Go local on this<br />
perfect intro to sunny Spain.<br />
From Gaudi’s architecture<br />
& flamenco in Barcelona,<br />
cosmopolitan Madrid,<br />
beaches & parties in Ibiza to<br />
laid back Seville, we’ll show<br />
you everything that we love<br />
about Spain & more.<br />
BARCELONA<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Madrid<br />
Check-in to your hotel & explore<br />
the country’s capital, full of<br />
diverse neighborhoods & lively<br />
plazas. Later, meet up with<br />
your Tour Manager & fellow<br />
travelers. (D)<br />
Day 3: Madrid<br />
It’s easy to get hooked on this<br />
city that blends traditional<br />
culture with new vitality in<br />
everything from shopping &<br />
food to arts & culture. (B)<br />
• Tour the Royal Palace with<br />
a local guide (Royal Palace<br />
tour may be substituted<br />
with a tour of the Prado)<br />
Day 4: Madrid to Bilbao<br />
Head north to Segovia with its<br />
Roman Aqueduct & Alcazar<br />
fortress before continuing<br />
to Bilbao, home of the<br />
Guggenheim Art Museum. (B,D)<br />
Day 5: Bilbao to Pamplona<br />
Swim & shop in the beach<br />
resort of San Sebastian before<br />
heading to Pamplona, home of<br />
the Running of the Bulls. (B)<br />
Day 6: Pamplona to<br />
Barcelona<br />
Soak up the Baroque city of<br />
Zaragoza before we make<br />
our way to the buzzing city of<br />
Barcelona. (B,D)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada<br />
Família & the 1992 Olympic<br />
Games complex<br />
• Walk through the Gothic<br />
Quarter & La Rambla district<br />
Day 7: Barcelona<br />
See why this sexy city sizzles<br />
on our included sightseeing<br />
tour. It’s a mix of food, fiesta,<br />
fashion & fun. (B)<br />
M Barcelona Flamenco dance<br />
show & dinner<br />
Day 8: Barcelona to Ibiza<br />
It’s time to party! Board your<br />
flight to the world-famous<br />
island of sun, sand & sounds. (B)<br />
Day 9: Ibiza<br />
Relax on Ibiza’s beaches &<br />
soak up the sunshine or get<br />
into some watersports before<br />
heading out into the island’s<br />
unbeatable nightlife. (B)<br />
• Visit Ibiza’s town & beaches<br />
Day 10: Ibiza to Granada<br />
This morning it’s a fast ferry to<br />
the mainland, before reaching<br />
Granada. (B,D)<br />
Day 11: Granada<br />
Take a trip back in time in<br />
this city, full of atmosphere &<br />
soaked in history. Explore the<br />
fabled palace, feel the lively<br />
culture on the streets & sample<br />
some tapas & real sangria. (B)<br />
M Guided tour of the Moorish<br />
Quarter of Albaicin, Capilla<br />
Real & La Cartuja plus a visit<br />
to La Cartuja Monastery<br />
Day 12: Granada to Seville<br />
Wind along the Costa del<br />
Sol & see the Sierra Nevada<br />
mountains. Stop in Gibraltar<br />
before arriving in Seville. (B)<br />
• Scenic drive past Marbella<br />
& Malaga<br />
• Visit the Rock of Gibraltar<br />
Day 13: Seville to Cordoba<br />
Take your time in laid-back<br />
Seville before we reach lively<br />
Cordoba, soaked in history<br />
& serving up old-world<br />
atmosphere, time-worn lanes &<br />
famously beautiful streets.(B)<br />
• See the Cathedral, Alcazar &<br />
Plaza de Espana in Seville<br />
Day 14: Cordoba to Madrid<br />
Hit the road & travel to the<br />
hill-top town of Toledo. With<br />
its mix of mosques, churches<br />
& medieval buildings, this<br />
gorgeous town is known by the<br />
locals as the “Imperial City”.<br />
After, we return to Madrid. (B)<br />
• See the Alcazar fortress &<br />
Gothic cathedral in Toledo<br />
M Castillian dinner with local<br />
wines<br />
Day 15: Depart Madrid<br />
Your tour ends after breakfast &<br />
it’s time to say farewell to your<br />
new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 15 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.<br />
try paella<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBEH<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Madrid Madrid pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 21 Apr 22 May 5 2219<br />
May 5 May 6 May 19 2275<br />
May 19 May 20 Jun 2 2335<br />
Jun 2 Jun 3 Jun 16 2335<br />
Jun 9 Jun 10 Jun 23 2335<br />
Jun 16 Jun 17 Jun 30 2335<br />
Jun 23 Jun 24 Jul 7 2335<br />
Jun 30 Jul 1 Jul 14 2395<br />
Jul 7 ■ Jul 8 Jul 21 2395<br />
Jul 9 ■ Jul 10 Jul 23 2395<br />
Jul 14 Jul 15 Jul 28 2395<br />
ibiza<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
SEVILLE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Madrid Madrid pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWEH w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 20 Oct 21 Nov 3 1725<br />
Nov 24 Nov 25 Dec 8 1705<br />
Dec 15 Dec 16 Dec 29 1755<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 9 1755<br />
2013<br />
Jul 21 Jul 22 Aug 4 2395<br />
Jul 28 Jul 29 Aug 11 2395<br />
Aug 4 Aug 5 Aug 18 2335<br />
Aug 11 Aug 12 Aug 25 2275<br />
Aug 18 Aug 19 Sep 1 2275<br />
Aug 25 Aug 26 Sep 8 2275<br />
Sep 1 Sep 2 Sep 15 2335<br />
Sep 8 Sep 9 Sep 22 2335<br />
Sep 15 Sep 16 Sep 29 2335<br />
Sep 22 Sep 23 Oct 6 2335<br />
2014<br />
Jan 5 Jan 6 Jan 19 1755<br />
Feb 16 Feb 17 Mar 2 1655<br />
Mar 23 Mar 24 Apr 6 1685<br />
The above prices are accurate as of 10th July, 2012 &<br />
include internal airfares. For up-to-date pricing please<br />
go to contiki.com/spain.<br />
Included fl ights: Prices above include the land tour &<br />
internal flights as specified on the map only & do not<br />
include international airfares to or from the tour start<br />
& end cities. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.114 for<br />
important info.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBEH - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$799.<br />
WWEH - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$595.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Madrid.<br />
■ These tours will be in Pamplona during the Running<br />
of the Bulls.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary.<br />
2 nights in Madrid, Bilbao 1 night, Pamplona 1 night,<br />
Barcelona 2 nights, Valencia 1 night, Granada 2 nights,<br />
Seville 2 nights, Cordoba 1 night, Madrid 1 night.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Superior<br />
Spanish<br />
Spree<br />
15 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
13 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
17 meals:<br />
13 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach<br />
Flight from Barcelona<br />
to Ibiza<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossing<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$215.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
7<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
62 | 63<br />
mix + match<br />
Combine this trip with<br />
another tour & double your<br />
fun! You’ll also save US$100<br />
with our multi tour discount.<br />
See p.27.<br />
Fly to Rome & connect with<br />
the ‘Simply Italy’ tour.<br />
See p.58-59.<br />
Alternatively, fly to Athens<br />
& connect with the ‘Greek<br />
Island Hopping’ tour detailed<br />
on p.76.<br />
Use low-cost airlines with<br />
these tours. See p.49.
easypace<br />
Visit contiki.com/berlin-budapest<br />
berlin to budapest<br />
12 Days<br />
5 countries<br />
From US$1375pp*<br />
US$115 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Bike ride of Bohemian<br />
Prague with our local expert<br />
(summer departures only)<br />
• See Prague’s Charles<br />
Bridge, St Vitus’ Cathedral<br />
& much more on our locally<br />
guided walking tour<br />
Plus Regional Dinners<br />
• A traditional dinner in former<br />
West Berlin<br />
• Dine at one of our favourite<br />
taverns in Prague - an<br />
authentic Czech feast<br />
• Sample local Hungarian<br />
dishes on our stunning<br />
Danube River cruise<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
10 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
14 meals:<br />
10 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
6<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBIT<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Budapest pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 12 Apr 13 Apr 23 1755<br />
Apr 26 Apr 27 May 7 1755<br />
May 10 May 11 May 21 1799<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 4 1845<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 11 1845<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jul 2 1845<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 9 1845<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 16 1905<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 23 1905<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Budapest pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWIT w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 29 1435<br />
Nov 1 Nov 2 Nov 12 1415<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 19 1415<br />
Nov 29 Nov 30 Dec 10 1415<br />
Dec 13 Dec 14 Dec 24 1415<br />
Dec 21 Dec 22 Jan 1 1459<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 6 1459<br />
Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 9 1459<br />
2013<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 30 1905<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 6 1905<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 13 1845<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Sep 3 1799<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 10 1845<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 17 1845<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 24 1845<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Oct 1 1845<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 8 1845<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 14 1459<br />
Jan 17 Jan 18 Jan 28 1459<br />
Feb 14 Feb 15 Feb 25 1375<br />
Mar 8 Mar 9 Mar 19 1375<br />
Mar 22 Mar 23 Apr 2 1405<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share.<br />
If you’re traveling solo, we can share you<br />
with a same-sex roommate at no extra cost<br />
(either twin or triple-share).<br />
BBIT - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$449.<br />
WWIT - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$355.<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Budapest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$190. See p.27 for details.<br />
prague<br />
1<br />
Netherlands<br />
France<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Berlin<br />
Check-in to your hotel after<br />
2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to<br />
explore. At 5:00pm, meet your Tour<br />
Manager & fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers<br />
for dinner. (D)<br />
Days 3-4: Berlin<br />
Savor the mix of old & new in this<br />
ever-changing city. You<br />
can shop the cool markets & trendy<br />
shops or take a break at a cafe for<br />
some people watching. You’ll find<br />
historical significance in everything<br />
from the streets to the grand<br />
monuments. (B)(B)<br />
• Visit the moving Sachsenhausen<br />
concentration camp memorial<br />
• See the Tiergarten,<br />
Alexanderplatz, Russian War<br />
memorial, Bradenburg Gate &<br />
historic Reichstag<br />
• Take in the commemorative<br />
artwork & the Berlin Wall<br />
• See the site of Checkpoint<br />
Charlie<br />
M Locally guided historical walking<br />
tour of the city<br />
Day 5: Berlin to Prague<br />
Bite into some tasty local fare, like<br />
bratwurst, & wash it down with a<br />
stein of German beer in Dresden.<br />
Then we head to Prague, an<br />
ever-modernizing hub of Eastern<br />
European revival. (B,D)<br />
• See the rebuilt Baroque<br />
architecture of the Royal<br />
Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera<br />
House & Frauenkirche in Dresden<br />
Days 6-7: Prague<br />
Snake through this medieval city’s<br />
maze of cobbled streets & discover<br />
Gothic architecture, bargain-priced<br />
beer & Bohemian crystal beads.<br />
(B)(B)<br />
• See Hradčany Castle, the<br />
Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles<br />
Bridge & Wenceslas Square<br />
• Visit the Old Town Square & see<br />
the Astronomical Clock<br />
M World War II bunker tour<br />
Day 8: Prague to Vienna<br />
Explore the World Heritage listed<br />
town of Kutná Hora before heading<br />
Switz<br />
GERMANY<br />
south to Austria’s cultured<br />
capital, Vienna. (B,D)<br />
• See the Habsburg Palaces,<br />
St. Stephen’s Cathedral &<br />
the State Opera House<br />
• Scenic drive along the<br />
historic Ring Road in Vienna<br />
Day 9: Vienna<br />
Viennese culture waltzes right<br />
up to you as you wander<br />
through this picture book city.<br />
Spend the day experiencing its<br />
wealth of music, cafés, parks,<br />
incredible architecture & of<br />
course, strudel! You can opt for<br />
a taste of the city’s legendary<br />
music scene at a Mozart &<br />
Strauss concert. (B)<br />
M Mozart & Strauss classical<br />
music concert<br />
Day 10: Vienna to Budapest<br />
Hit up three capital cities today!<br />
From Vienna to Bratislava,<br />
Slovakia & then onto the lively<br />
arts, café & music scene of the<br />
“Paris of the East.” (B)<br />
• Visit Bratislava’s historic<br />
old town<br />
BERLIN<br />
BERLIN 3<br />
Italy<br />
Dresden<br />
Kutna Hora<br />
3 PRAGUE<br />
CZECH REP<br />
VIENNA 2<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
Slovenia<br />
Croatia<br />
Poland<br />
Bratislava<br />
SLOVAKIA<br />
2 BUDAPEST<br />
HUNGARY<br />
Bosnia<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Serbia<br />
• See St. Martin’s Cathedral,<br />
& Michael’s Gate with its<br />
Baroque tower<br />
Day 11: Budapest<br />
All your senses are surrounded<br />
today by the history of this<br />
fascinating centuries-old<br />
city, split in two by the Danube<br />
River into hilltop Buda &<br />
bustling Pest. Later, enjoy<br />
an amazing dinner of local<br />
specialities & a scenic river<br />
cruise tonight. (B,D)<br />
• Sightseeing of Buda,<br />
Pest, the Royal Palace,<br />
the Church of St. Matthias,<br />
the Chain Bridge &<br />
Fisherman’s Bastion<br />
M Guided tour of the<br />
Parliament Building<br />
Day 12: Depart Budapest<br />
It’s time to say goodbye to<br />
your new-found friends this<br />
morning as your tour ends<br />
after breakfast. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 12 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.
easypace<br />
easypace<br />
easypace<br />
Visit contiki.com/berlin-vienna<br />
berlin & prague<br />
+ vienna<br />
10 Days, 3 countries<br />
From US$1215pp*<br />
US$122 per day<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Berlin<br />
Check-in to your hotel after<br />
2:00pm & the afternoon is<br />
yours to explore Germany’s<br />
capital city. At 5:00pm meet<br />
up with your Tour Manager &<br />
get to know your fellow <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Berlin<br />
Check-in to your hotel after<br />
2:00pm & the afternoon is<br />
yours to explore Germany’s<br />
über-cool capital city. At<br />
5:00pm meet up with your<br />
Tour Manager & get to know<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Vienna<br />
Check-in to the hotel after<br />
2:00pm. At 6:00pm, meet your<br />
Tour Manager & fellow travelers<br />
for dinner. (D)<br />
Days 3-5: Berlin to Prague<br />
Refer to Berlin to Budapest<br />
itinerary & sightseeing on p.64.<br />
travelers over dinner. (D)<br />
8 Days, 2 countries<br />
From US$975pp*<br />
US$122 per day<br />
Days 3-9: Berlin to Vienna<br />
Refer to Berlin to Budapest itinerary<br />
& sightseeing on p.64.<br />
Day 10: Depart Vienna<br />
Time to swap email addresses &<br />
say goodbye to your new <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
your fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers over<br />
dinner. (D)<br />
6 Days, 3 countries<br />
From US$779pp*<br />
US$130 per day<br />
France<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Visit contiki.com/berlin-prague<br />
berlin & prague<br />
Netherlands<br />
Belgium<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Visit contiki.com/vienna-budapest<br />
Switz<br />
Days 3-7: Berlin to Prague<br />
Refer to Berlin to Budapest itinerary<br />
& sightseeing on p.64.<br />
Day 8: Depart Prague<br />
Time to say goodbye to your new-<br />
vienna & budapest<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Germany<br />
Italy<br />
Day 6: Depart Budapest<br />
Time to say goodbye as your tour<br />
ends after breakfast. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 6 have been<br />
designed to allow you to start & finish<br />
the tour without needing extra nights<br />
accommodation.<br />
Make the most of your free time with<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
BERLIN 3<br />
GERMANY<br />
Dresden<br />
buddies as your tour ends after<br />
breakfast. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 10 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation. .<br />
Make the most of your free time<br />
with ME Time optionals<br />
found friends as your tour ends<br />
after breakfast. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 8 have been<br />
designed to allow you to start &<br />
finish the tour without needing extra<br />
nights accommodation.<br />
Make the most of your free time<br />
with ME Time optionals<br />
vienna<br />
3 PRAGUE<br />
Kutna Hora<br />
CZECH REP<br />
VIENNA 2<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
Italy 1 Nightstops<br />
Slovenia<br />
BERLIN 3<br />
GERMANY<br />
VIENNA 2<br />
ADRIATIC<br />
SEA<br />
1<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
Czech Rep<br />
Slovenia<br />
1<br />
Dresden<br />
Poland<br />
Places visited<br />
Slovakia<br />
Hungary<br />
Poland<br />
3 PRAGUE<br />
CZECH REP<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
SLOVAKIA<br />
Bratislava<br />
2 BUDAPEST<br />
HUNGARY<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Poland<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBBV<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Vienna pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 12<br />
Apr 26<br />
May 10<br />
May 24<br />
May 31<br />
Jun 21<br />
Jun 28<br />
Jul 5<br />
Jul 12<br />
Apr 13<br />
Apr 27<br />
May 11<br />
May 25<br />
Jun 1<br />
Jun 22<br />
Jun 29<br />
Jul 6<br />
Jul 13<br />
Apr 21<br />
May 5<br />
May 19<br />
Jun 2<br />
Jun 9<br />
Jun 30<br />
Jul 7<br />
Jul 14<br />
Jul 21<br />
1445<br />
1445<br />
1479<br />
1515<br />
1515<br />
1515<br />
1515<br />
1565<br />
1565<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Vienna pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWBV w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 27 1269<br />
Nov 1 Nov 2 Nov 10 1255<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 17 1255<br />
Nov 29 Nov 30 Dec 8 1255<br />
Dec 13 Dec 14 Dec 22 1255<br />
Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 30 1289<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 4 1289<br />
Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 7 1289<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask us<br />
about great air deals from the USA to & from all the start/end<br />
cities in this brochure.<br />
BBBV - Summer 2013 Single room supplement of US$365.<br />
WWBV - Winter 2013/14 Single room supplement of US$309.<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBBP<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Prague pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 12 Apr 13 Apr 19 1119<br />
Apr 26 Apr 27 May 3 1119<br />
May 10 May 11 May 17 1145<br />
May 24 May 25 May 31 1175<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 7 1175<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 28 1175<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 5 1175<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 12 1215<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 19 1215<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Prague pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWBP w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 25 1019<br />
Nov 1 Nov 2 Nov 8 1005<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 15 1005<br />
Nov 29 Nov 30 Dec 6 1005<br />
Dec 13 Dec 14 Dec 20 1005<br />
Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 28 1035<br />
Dec 26 Dec 27 Jan 2 1035<br />
Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 5 1035<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask us<br />
about great air deals from the USA to & from all the start/end<br />
cities in this brochure.<br />
BBBP - Summer 2013 Single room supplement of US$285.<br />
WWBP - Winter 2013/14 Single room supplement of US245.<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBVB<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Vienna Budapest pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 18 Apr 19 Apr 23 949<br />
May 2 May 3 May 7 975<br />
May 16 May 17 May 21 995<br />
May 30 May 31 Jun 4 995<br />
Jun 6 Jun 7 Jun 11 995<br />
Jun 27 Jun 28 Jul 2 995<br />
Jul 4 Jul 5 Jul 9 1029<br />
Jul 11 Jul 12 Jul 16 1029<br />
Jul 18 Jul 19 Jul 23 1029<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Vienna Budapest pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWVB w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 24 Oct 25 Oct 29 815<br />
Nov 7 Nov 8 Nov 12 805<br />
Nov 14 Nov 15 Nov 19 805<br />
Dec 5 Dec 6 Dec 10 805<br />
Dec 19 Dec 20 Dec 24 825<br />
Dec 27 Dec 28 Jan 1 825<br />
2013<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 28 1565<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 4 1565<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 11 1515<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Sep 1 1479<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 8 1515<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 15 1515<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 22 1515<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 29 1515<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 6 1515<br />
2013<br />
Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 7 1289<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 12 1289<br />
Jan 17 Jan 18 Jan 26 1289<br />
Feb 14 Feb 15 Feb 23 1215<br />
Mar 8 Mar 9 Mar 17 1215<br />
Mar 22 Mar 23 Mar 31 1239<br />
2013<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 26 1215<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 2 1215<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 9 1175<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Aug 30 1145<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 6 1175<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 13 1175<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 20 1175<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 27 1175<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 4 1175<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 10 1035<br />
Jan 17 Jan 18 Jan 24 1035<br />
Feb 14 Feb 15 Feb 21 975<br />
Mar 8 Mar 9 Mar 15 975<br />
Mar 22 Mar 23 Mar 29 995<br />
2013<br />
Jul 25 Jul 26 Jul 30 1029<br />
Aug 1 Aug 2 Aug 6 995<br />
Aug 8 Aug 9 Aug 13 975<br />
Aug 29 Aug 30 Sep 3 995<br />
Sep 5 Sep 6 Sep 10 995<br />
Sep 12 Sep 13 Sep 17 995<br />
Sep 19 Sep 20 Sep 24 995<br />
Sep 26 Sep 27 Oct 1 995<br />
Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 8 995<br />
2014<br />
Jan 1 Jan 2 Jan 6 825<br />
Jan 4 Jan 5 Jan 9 825<br />
Jan 9 Jan 10 Jan 14 825<br />
Jan 23 Jan 24 Jan 28 779<br />
Feb 20 Feb 21 Feb 25 779<br />
Mar 14 Mar 15 Mar 19 795<br />
Mar 28 Mar 29 Apr 2 795<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask us about<br />
great air deals from the USA to & from all the start/end cities in this<br />
brochure.<br />
* All prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re traveling solo,<br />
we can share you with a same-sex roommate at no extra charge.<br />
BBVB - Summer 2013 Single room supplement of US$235.<br />
WWVB - Winter 2013/14 Single room supplement of US$195.<br />
Tours start 6:00pm & end approx. 8:00am.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
64 | 65<br />
8 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
11 meals:<br />
8 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
3 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
For all other inclusions<br />
see p.64<br />
$<br />
5<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
What’s Included:<br />
6 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
8 meals:<br />
6 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
2 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
For all other inclusions<br />
see p.64<br />
$<br />
2<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
What’s Included:<br />
4 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
6 meals:<br />
4 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
2 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
For all other inclusions<br />
see p.64<br />
$<br />
SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$155.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$120.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$100.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
3<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited
easypace<br />
eastern road<br />
14 Days<br />
6 countries<br />
From US$1935pp*<br />
US$139 per day<br />
Germany<br />
Czech Republic<br />
Austria / HUNGARY<br />
SLOVakia / POLAND<br />
1<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
Netherlands<br />
Belgium<br />
France<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
BERLIN 2<br />
GERMANY<br />
Dresden<br />
2 PRAGUE<br />
Kutna Hora<br />
CZECH REP<br />
VIENNA 2<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
POLAND<br />
Czestochowa<br />
Bratislava<br />
SLOVAKIA<br />
WARSAW<br />
2<br />
Auschwitz<br />
2 KRAKOW<br />
Banska Bystrica<br />
2 BUDAPEST<br />
HUNGARY<br />
Lithuania<br />
Ukraine<br />
Belarus<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Schnaps museum visit & tasting<br />
M Eye Spy Berlin tour<br />
BERLIN WALL<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert<br />
• Locally guided tour of the old Jewish Ghetto & the<br />
medieval center of Warsaw<br />
• A moving historical experience - locally guided tours of<br />
Auschwitz & Birkenau concentration camps - plus more<br />
Plus Regional Dinners<br />
• A traditional dinner in former West Berlin<br />
• Dine at one of our favorite taverns in Prague<br />
• Traditional dinner in one of our favorite restaurants in<br />
Krakow<br />
• Get a taste for Polish cuisine in an authentic local<br />
restaurant in Warsaw<br />
drink<br />
Vino at Zum Berger.<br />
While in Vienna,<br />
it’s the place to<br />
indulge in<br />
Austrian wine<br />
in the heart of<br />
the ‘Heuriger’<br />
(wine tavern)<br />
district.<br />
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great history, food & friends! Accommodation<br />
was great overall... Awesome people from all age<br />
groups. I would totally recommend this trip.<br />
A GREAT way to travel Eastern Europe if you’re<br />
on your own!<br />
Visit contiki.com/eastern-road
From medieval Prague, stunning<br />
Vienna & cultural Budapest,<br />
Eastern Europe is one of the<br />
hottest places to head right<br />
now. With lively cities in Poland,<br />
a bit of edgy Berlin, plus<br />
amazing food - it’s the perfect<br />
intro to this part of the world.<br />
prague<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Berlin<br />
Check-in to your hotel & then<br />
the afternoon is yours to<br />
explore. Later, meet your Tour<br />
Manager & fellow <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
travelers for dinner. (D)<br />
Day 3: Berlin<br />
Savor the intoxicating mix of<br />
old & new in this ever-changing<br />
city. You’ll find historical<br />
significance in everything from<br />
the streets to the grand<br />
monuments. (B)<br />
• See the Tiergarten,<br />
Alexanderplatz, Russian War<br />
Memorial, Brandenburg<br />
Gate & the historic<br />
Reichstag building<br />
• Take in commemorative<br />
artwork & the remains of<br />
the Berlin Wall<br />
• See the site of Checkpoint<br />
Charlie<br />
M Locally guided historical<br />
walking tour<br />
Day 4: Berlin to Prague<br />
Bite into some local fare, like<br />
bratwurst, in Dresden on your<br />
way south to Prague, an<br />
ever-modernizing hub of<br />
Eastern European revival. (B,D)<br />
• Visit the city destroyed in<br />
World War II & known as<br />
the ‘Florence of the North’<br />
• See the rebuilt Baroque<br />
architecture of the Royal<br />
Residence, Zwinger Palace,<br />
Opera House & Frauenkirche<br />
Day 5: Prague<br />
Snake through this medieval<br />
city’s maze of cobbled streets &<br />
discover Gothic architecture,<br />
bargain-priced beer &<br />
Bohemian crystal beads. (B)<br />
• See Hradčany Castle, the<br />
Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles<br />
Bridge & Wenceslas Square<br />
• Visit the Old Town Square &<br />
see the Astronomical Clock<br />
M Traditional Czech dinner &<br />
entertainment<br />
Day 6: Prague to Vienna<br />
Head south through the Czech<br />
countryside via small town Kutná<br />
Hora to Austria’s cultured capital,<br />
Vienna, home to Mozart’s music<br />
& of course, strudel! (B)<br />
• See the Habsburg Palaces,<br />
St. Stephen’s Cathedral &<br />
the State Opera House<br />
• Scenic drive along the<br />
historic Ring Road in Vienna<br />
Day 7: Vienna<br />
Spend some time exploring the<br />
city today. Head to the<br />
Tiergarten Schönbrunn (zoo),<br />
the Belvedere Palace, or one of<br />
the city’s many fantastic art<br />
galleries. If relaxing is more your<br />
vibe, then this beautiful city is<br />
perfect for strolling – stopping<br />
for some delicious pastries &<br />
coffee along the way. (B)<br />
M Classical music concert<br />
& dinner<br />
Day 8: Vienna to Budapest<br />
Cross into Hungary & enjoy the<br />
café scene of the “Paris of the<br />
East.” (B)<br />
• Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the<br />
Royal Palace, the Church of<br />
St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge<br />
& Fisherman’s Bastion<br />
Day 9: Budapest<br />
All your senses are surrounded<br />
by the history of this<br />
fascinating city split by the<br />
Danube River into hilltop Buda<br />
& the bustling Pest. (B)<br />
M Evening river cruise & dinner<br />
Day 10: Budapest to Krakow<br />
Go north through Slovakia &<br />
stop for lunch in picturesque<br />
Banska Bystrica before arriving<br />
in Krakow. (B,D)<br />
• Visit the town square & see<br />
the black obelisk in Banska<br />
Bystrica<br />
Day 11: Krakow<br />
Wander through the lively<br />
market stalls & pavement cafés<br />
of this city’s unspoiled medieval<br />
Old Town. (B)<br />
• Guided sightseeing of the<br />
cathedral & Royal Castle on<br />
Wawel Hill<br />
M Guided tour of the amazing<br />
salt mines<br />
Day 12: Krakow to Warsaw<br />
Take a sobering guided tour of<br />
Auschwitz & view the famous<br />
“Black Madonna” in Częstochowa<br />
en route to Warsaw. (B)<br />
• Entrance & guided tour of<br />
Auschwitz & Birkenau<br />
concentration camps<br />
• See the monastery at<br />
Jasna Góra<br />
Day 13: Warsaw<br />
Immerse yourself in the<br />
impressive cultural scene,<br />
thriving nightlife & intriguing<br />
attractions of Poland’s<br />
revitalized capital. (B,D)<br />
• Guided sightseeing of the<br />
Old Town, St. John’s<br />
Cathedral, the Royal Palace,<br />
Chopin’s park & the<br />
Warsaw Ghetto<br />
Day 14: Depart Warsaw/<br />
Berlin<br />
The tour ends after breakfast in<br />
Warsaw & it’s time to swap<br />
email addresses & say farewell<br />
to your new friends. Or catch a<br />
free transfer back to Berlin where<br />
your tour ends upon arrival. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 14 (ending<br />
in Warsaw) have been designed to<br />
allow you to start & finish the tour<br />
without needing extra nights<br />
accommodation.<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBRH<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Warsaw pp*<br />
or Berlin<br />
2013<br />
Apr 27 Apr 28 May 10 1935<br />
May 11 May 12 May 24 1935<br />
May 18 May 19 May 31 1985<br />
May 25 May 26 Jun 7 1985<br />
Jun 8 Jun 9 Jun 21 1985<br />
Jun 22 Jun 23 Jul 5 1985<br />
Jun 29 Jun 30 Jul 12 1985<br />
Jul 6 Jul 7 Jul 19 2055<br />
Jul 13 Jul 14 Jul 26 2055<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
brandenburg gate, berlin<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Warsaw pp*<br />
or Berlin<br />
2013<br />
Jul 20 Jul 21 Aug 2 2055<br />
Jul 27 Jul 28 Aug 9 2055<br />
Aug 3 Aug 4 Aug 16 1985<br />
Aug 17 Aug 18 Aug 30 1935<br />
Aug 24 Aug 25 Sep 6 1935<br />
Aug 31 Sep 1 Sep 13 1985<br />
Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 20 1985<br />
Sep 14 Sep 15 Sep 27 1985<br />
Sep 21 Sep 22 Oct 4 1985<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$485 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Warsaw or approx 7:00pm in Berlin.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
12 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
16 meals:<br />
12 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$205.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
6<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
66 | 67<br />
Superior<br />
Eastern<br />
Road<br />
14 days<br />
you choose<br />
You can end your tour in<br />
either Warsaw or Berlin.<br />
to & from<br />
berlin/warsaw<br />
It’s easy. There are either<br />
direct international fl ights or<br />
budget airlines like easyjet.<br />
com that fl y to/from London.<br />
skyscanner.net is the place<br />
to go for the best deals<br />
easypace
Visit contiki.com/egypt<br />
Egypt & the nile<br />
9 Days<br />
1 country<br />
From US$1195pp*<br />
US$133 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Locally guided tours of<br />
the Egyptian Museum &<br />
the Pyramids of Giza<br />
• Tour the Valley of the<br />
Kings with a local<br />
Egyptian expert<br />
• Drift down the Nile on<br />
a traditional felucca<br />
sailing boat<br />
• 3 night Nile cruise<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
7 nights twin-share<br />
accommodation: 3 nights in<br />
hotels, 1 night twin-berth sleep<br />
couchette on train (Cairo to<br />
Aswan), 3 nights Nile cruise<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
15 meals: 7 continental<br />
breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L),<br />
5 three-course dinners (D)<br />
Experienced & professional<br />
Egyptian Tour Manager<br />
Coach transfers<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Local taxes & service charges<br />
Transfer from airport to<br />
hotel upon arrival<br />
The Nile Cruise: Cruise the Nile<br />
on a superb ship featuring luxury<br />
cabins, all with private shower,<br />
WC, TV & air-conditioning<br />
Cruise Amenities: Swimming<br />
pool, sun deck, restaurant,<br />
lounge, bars, gift shop, disco<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/egypt<br />
3<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Code: BBEG summer 2013<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Cairo Cairo pp*<br />
2013<br />
Mar 29 Mar 30 Apr 6 1249<br />
Apr 5 Apr 6 Apr 13 1249<br />
Apr 12 Apr 13 Apr 20 1249<br />
Apr 19 Apr 20 Apr 27 1249<br />
Apr 26 Apr 27 May 4 1249<br />
May 3 May 4 May 11 1285<br />
May 10 May 11 May 18 1285<br />
May 17 May 18 May 25 1315<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 1 1315<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 8 1315<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 15 1315<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 22 1315<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 29 1315<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 6 1315<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Cairo Cairo pp*<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WTEG w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 26 1259<br />
Oct 25 Oct 26 Nov 2 1259<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 16 1245<br />
Nov 22 Nov 23 Nov 30 1245<br />
Dec 6 Dec 7 Dec 14 1245<br />
Dec 13 Dec 14 Dec 21 1245<br />
Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 28 1275<br />
Dec 27 Dec 28 Jan 4 1275<br />
2013<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 13 1345<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 20 1345<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 27 1345<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 3 1345<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 10 1315<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 17 1285<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 24 1285<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Aug 31 1285<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 7 1315<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 14 1315<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 21 1315<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 28 1315<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 5 1315<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 11 1275<br />
Jan 10 Jan 11 Jan 18 1275<br />
Jan 17 Jan 18 Jan 25 1275<br />
Jan 31 Feb 1 Feb 8 1195<br />
Feb 14 Feb 15 Feb 22 1195<br />
Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 8 1195<br />
Mar 14 Mar 15 Mar 22 1229<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask<br />
us about great air deals from the USA to & from all the<br />
start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost.<br />
BBEG - Summer 2013<br />
Single room supplement of US$369.<br />
WTEG - Winter 2013/14<br />
Single room supplement of US$355.<br />
Note: Single room supplement does not apply to<br />
night 2. Overnight train cabins are twin-share only.<br />
Tour starts 7:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
For details of winter tours between Oct 2012 - Mar<br />
2013, speak to <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$130. See p.27 for details.<br />
the nile<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Cairo<br />
Check-in to the hotel & explore<br />
Egypt’s buzzing capital city. At<br />
7:00pm, meet up with your Tour<br />
Manager & fellow travelers.<br />
Day 3: Cairo to Aswan<br />
Step into this intense, 24/7 city<br />
where ancient meets modern all<br />
in one shot. A local guide will take<br />
you back to ancient Egypt & the<br />
time of the Pharaohs. Stare in awe<br />
at the Sphinx & the monumental<br />
Pyramids of Giza before boarding<br />
the overnight train to Aswan. (B,D)<br />
• Visit the Egyptian Museum in<br />
Cairo<br />
M Light & sound show at the<br />
Pyramids<br />
Day 4: Nile Cruise - Aswan<br />
Unwind in the beautiful riverside<br />
setting of Egypt’s sunniest city.<br />
Enjoy its laid back take on life &<br />
distinctive African atmosphere. Opt<br />
to take a tour of Aswan to see the<br />
Unfinished Obelisk & High Dam.<br />
After being treated to a ride on a<br />
traditional felucca sailboat, kick back<br />
& listen to Nubian music, eat some<br />
freshly caught fish, or explore the<br />
souk, full of spices, perfumes, scarves<br />
& baskets. (B,L,D)<br />
Day 5: Nile Cruise - Aswan to<br />
Edfu<br />
Today consider taking an optional<br />
visit to the magnificent temples of<br />
the sphinx<br />
1<br />
EGYPT<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Giza<br />
Sakkara<br />
1<br />
2 CAIRO<br />
THE NILE<br />
HURGHADA<br />
1<br />
Esna<br />
GULF OF SUEZ<br />
ASWAN<br />
1<br />
Abu Simbel – the most complete<br />
example of ancient Egyptian<br />
architecture. Then cruise on<br />
down the Nile River with a stop<br />
at the unique temple in Kom<br />
Ombo en route to the friendly<br />
city of Edfu. (B,L,D)<br />
M View Kom Ombo, the<br />
Temple of Two Gods<br />
M Visit Abu Simbel’s Temple of<br />
Ramses II<br />
Day 6: Nile Cruise - Edfu to<br />
Luxor<br />
Wind through the commercial<br />
& religious centre of Edfu to its<br />
most famous attraction, the<br />
Temple of Horus the Avenger.<br />
Later, we set sail & meander up<br />
the Nile to Luxor, where we’ll<br />
literally walk like an Egyptian on<br />
a stroll up the ancient Avenue<br />
of the Sphinxes. (B,L,D)<br />
Day 67: Luxor to Hurghada<br />
Be amazed by the sheer<br />
volume of famous monuments<br />
1 LUXOR<br />
1 EDFU<br />
Kom Ombo<br />
Israel<br />
LAKE<br />
NASSAR<br />
RED SEA<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
around Luxor, including the<br />
Valley of the Kings before<br />
we hit beachside Hurghada.<br />
Maybe do some shopping, chill<br />
at the beach & get into the<br />
city’s many bars, restaurants &<br />
cool nightlife. (B)<br />
• See the the Colossos of<br />
Memnon<br />
M Guided visit of the Temple<br />
of Karnak<br />
Day 8: Hurghada to Cairo<br />
Today it’s back to Cairo for<br />
some last minute shopping.<br />
Tonight, enjoy our farewell<br />
dinner & a final night on the<br />
town. (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Depart Cairo<br />
The tour ends after breakfast &<br />
it’s time to say farewell to your<br />
new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 9 have been<br />
designed to allow you to start &<br />
finish the tour without needing extra<br />
nights accommodation.
Visit contiki.com/greece<br />
spotlight on greece<br />
5 Days<br />
1 country<br />
From US$815pp*<br />
US$163 per day<br />
delphi<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Athens<br />
Check-in to your hotel & tonight<br />
meet your Tour Manager &<br />
fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers.<br />
• Visit the famous Plaka area<br />
M Traditional taverna meal in<br />
the Plaka<br />
Day 3: Athens to Olympia<br />
Sightsee ancient Athens before<br />
criss-crossing the Peloponnese<br />
region en route to Olympia. (B,D)<br />
• Guided tour of Athens<br />
including the Acropolis &<br />
Parthenon<br />
Days 1-5: USA to<br />
Athens. See Spotlight<br />
on Greece above.<br />
Days 6: Athens. Explore<br />
more of Athens. (B)<br />
Day 7: Athens to<br />
Mykonos. Ferry to<br />
Mykonos for sun & good<br />
times at our beach resort.<br />
Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Days 8-9: Mykonos.<br />
Kick back on island time.<br />
Feature Hotel (B)(B)<br />
Day 10: Mykonos to<br />
Santorini. Ferry to the<br />
quintessential Greek<br />
island, Santorini. (B,D)<br />
Days 11-12: Santorini.<br />
Indulge in Santorini’s<br />
famous blue & white<br />
•<br />
•<br />
spotlight on greece<br />
+ greek island hopping<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Albania<br />
CORINTH<br />
CANAL<br />
Piraeus<br />
GREECE<br />
IONIAN<br />
SEA<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
3<br />
See the Corinth Canal<br />
Guided tour of Mycenae,<br />
including the Palace of<br />
Agamemnon<br />
See the Acronafplion citadel at<br />
Nafplion<br />
Day 4: Olympia to Delphi<br />
A local guide shows off the site of<br />
the first Olympic Games. Then cross<br />
the Corinthian Gulf to Delphi. (B,D)<br />
• Guided tour of Olympia including<br />
the Olympic Stadium & Temples<br />
of Hera & Zeus<br />
Day 5: Delphi to Athens<br />
Be swept away by Delphi’s history,<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
ATHENS<br />
MYKONOS<br />
3<br />
3 IOS<br />
3<br />
SANTORINI<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
1<br />
GREECE<br />
GREECE<br />
DELPHI<br />
1<br />
CORINTH<br />
CANAL 1<br />
Corinth<br />
ATHENS<br />
1<br />
OLYMPIA<br />
spectacular ruins & museum.<br />
Return to Athen, your tour ends<br />
this afternoon. (B)<br />
• Tour of Delphi including the<br />
Temple of Apollo<br />
Please note: Day 2 has been<br />
designed to allow you to start the<br />
tour without needing an extra night<br />
of accommodation.<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/greece<br />
1 ATHENS<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
Mycenae<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Mykonos<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
spotlight on greece<br />
+ 3 day greek island cruise<br />
$ SAVE<br />
buildings, breathtaking Days 1-5: USA to Day 8: Crete to<br />
Days 1-5: USA to<br />
Chill in Patmos & later<br />
scenery & spectacular Athens. See Spotlight Santorini. Spend time on Athens. See Spotlight shop at Kusadasi’s bazaar.<br />
island sunsets. (B)(B)<br />
on Greece above.<br />
Greece’s biggest island, on Greece above.<br />
(B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 13: Santorini to<br />
Ios. Cruise to the beautiful<br />
island of Ios. (B,D)<br />
Days 14-15: Ios. Relax &<br />
enjoy the beaches. (B)(B)<br />
Day 16: Ios to Athens.<br />
Set sail back to Athens. (B)<br />
Day 17: Depart<br />
Athens. The tour ends<br />
after breakfast. (B)<br />
For full details of this tour<br />
& prices go to contiki.com<br />
4<br />
Days 6: Athens to<br />
Kusadasi via Mykonos.<br />
Cruise to Mykonos, with<br />
its azure seas & golden<br />
beaches & soak up the<br />
cosmopolitan<br />
atmosphere & young,<br />
vibrant party culture.<br />
Later, we’ll set sail to<br />
Turkey. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 7: Kusadasi. Shop<br />
in the town’s colorful<br />
bazaar or get a feel for<br />
ancient Roman life on an<br />
optional tour to the<br />
classical city of Ephesus.<br />
Crete, then this afternoon<br />
we’re off to Santorini,<br />
famous for its blue &<br />
white buildings,<br />
spectacular island sunsets<br />
& breathtaking natural<br />
scenery. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 9: Arrival into<br />
Athens. Your tour ends<br />
after breakfast & a transfer<br />
into central Athens. (B)<br />
For full details of this tour<br />
& prices go to contiki.com<br />
5<br />
Day 6: Athens to<br />
Istanbul. Cruise to<br />
Istanbul. (B,D,S)<br />
Day 7: Istanbul. See an<br />
incredible mix of sights in<br />
this diverse city. Try tasty,<br />
local food, shop & take in<br />
the sights. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 8: Cruising to<br />
Mykonos. On to Mykonos<br />
& a full 24 hours to explore<br />
the island. Hotel (B,L)<br />
Day 9: Mykonos. Hang<br />
out on the island, then<br />
rejoin the cruise. (B,D,S)<br />
Day 11: Cruising to<br />
Rhodes. Spend the day<br />
exploring. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 12: Santorini via<br />
Crete. Enjoy beautiful<br />
scenery. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 13: Arrival into<br />
Athens. Your tour ends<br />
after breakfast & a transfer<br />
into central Athens. (B)<br />
For full details of this tour<br />
& prices go to contiki.com<br />
7<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Tonight, we’ll set sail to<br />
Crete. (B,L,D,S)<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Day 10: Cruising to<br />
Kusadasi via Patmos.<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
TURKEY<br />
Kusadasi<br />
spotlight on greece<br />
+ 7 day greek island cruise<br />
17 Days, 1 country 9 Days, 2 countries 13 Days, 2 countries<br />
1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
How much & when<br />
Visit contiki.com/greece-island Visit contiki.com/greece3<br />
Visit contiki.com/greece7<br />
From US$2479pp*<br />
US$146 per day<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
From US$1610pp*<br />
US$179 per day<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBBS<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Athens Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 28 Apr 29 May 2 815<br />
May 12 May 13 May 16 845<br />
May 26 May 27 May 30 865<br />
Jun 9 Jun 10 Jun 13 865<br />
Jun 23 Jun 24 Jun 27 865<br />
Jul 7 Jul 8 Jul 11 889<br />
Jul 21 Jul 22 Jul 25 889<br />
1<br />
From US$2419pp*<br />
US$187 per day<br />
GREECE<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Athens<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Athens Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Aug 4 Aug 5 Aug 8 865<br />
Aug 18 Aug 19 Aug 22 845<br />
Sep 1 Sep 2 Sep 5 865<br />
Sep 15 Sep 16 Sep 19 865<br />
Sep 29 Sep 30 Oct 3 865<br />
Oct 13 Oct 14 Oct 17 865<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or<br />
triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$239 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 6:00pm<br />
in Athens.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to US$85.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
Patmos<br />
1<br />
MYKONOS<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
Rhodes<br />
Istanbul<br />
TURKEY<br />
Kusadasi<br />
What’s Included:<br />
What’s Included:<br />
68 | 69<br />
superior<br />
Spotlight on<br />
Greece<br />
5 days<br />
3 nights twin or triple-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
5 meals:<br />
3 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
2 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional local guide<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach<br />
“Welcome to Greece”<br />
information pack<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
4<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
superior<br />
Spotlight on<br />
Greece + Islands<br />
17/9/13 days<br />
Greek Island Hopping option:<br />
15 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation<br />
20 meals: 15 continental<br />
breakfasts (B), 5 dinners (D)<br />
Ferry crossings (tourist class)<br />
& coach transfers<br />
3 day Cruise option:<br />
7 nights accommodation<br />
18 meals: 7 continental/buffet<br />
breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L),<br />
5 dinners (D), 3 suppers (S)<br />
Professional local guide &<br />
on-board cruise representative<br />
Fun filled entertainment on<br />
every night of the cruise<br />
“Welcome to Greece” info pack<br />
7 day Cruise option:<br />
11 nights accommodation<br />
30 meals: 11 continental/buffet<br />
breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L),<br />
8 dinners (D), 6 suppers (S)<br />
Additional inclusions for this tour,<br />
see 3 day Cruise option above<br />
For all other inclusions & pay<br />
early savings for all 3 options,<br />
see Spotlight on Greece at top<br />
of page
LOUIS HELLENIC<br />
choose to Cruise<br />
Hit the sun-kissed Greek isles for some R&R, with our<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> cruise partners, Louis Hellenic. These cruises<br />
aren’t exclusive to <strong>Contiki</strong>, so there’s the opportunity<br />
to mix with lots of other people, whilst visiting iconic<br />
spots like Santorini, Rhodes, Crete & Mykonos. On board<br />
you’re looked after - our <strong>Contiki</strong> Rep is your guide to the<br />
best things to see & do both on board & onshore.<br />
With pools, bars, nightclubs, live entertainment each<br />
night plus a casino & a spa, there’s lots going on.<br />
Included meals mean you’ll indulge in fresh food each<br />
night – there’s something for all tastes.<br />
All rooms have private facilities & the way you stay is<br />
up to you. Try a Standard Outside Cabin with porthole<br />
or a Standard Inside Cabin without. Check the price<br />
panel for more information or contiki.com/cruising<br />
Visit contiki.com/aegean<br />
7 Days (4 DAYS CRUISING)<br />
2 countries<br />
acropolis<br />
What’s Included:<br />
5 nights accommodation:<br />
1 night in a hotel<br />
4 nights on board a cruise ship<br />
(quad or twin-share)<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
17 meals:<br />
5 buffet breakfasts (B)<br />
4 lunches (L)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
4 suppers (S)<br />
On-board cruise<br />
representative<br />
Fun filled entertainment<br />
on every night of the cruise<br />
3<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Athens<br />
Check-in to your hotel &<br />
spend the afternoon exploring<br />
Athens. Twist & turn through<br />
the Plaka’s maze of narrow<br />
medieval streets & find ancient<br />
sites, full of history & character.<br />
This evening meet up with your<br />
Cruise Representative & fellow<br />
travelers.<br />
• Visit the famous Plaka area<br />
M Traditional taverna meal in<br />
the Plaka<br />
Day 3: Athens to Mykonos<br />
Board your ship & cruise to the<br />
Aegean paradise of Mykonos.<br />
Hang out on this island, famous<br />
for its young, vibrant party<br />
culture. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 4: Cruising to Patmos<br />
via Kusadasi<br />
Stop by the resort town of<br />
Kusadasi & shop in the town’s<br />
colorful bazaar. Later on,<br />
dock at the friendly, unspoilt<br />
island of Patmos & relax on<br />
the beach or in a local taverna,<br />
while watching the locals<br />
fish for the catch of the day.<br />
(B,L,D,S)<br />
• Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar<br />
• See the Monastery of St.<br />
John on Patmos<br />
CRUISES<br />
aegean classic<br />
From US$989pp*<br />
US$142 per day<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
mykonos<br />
GREECE<br />
1 ATHENS<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
M Guided tour of the classical<br />
Greek archaeological site of<br />
Ephesus<br />
Day 5: Cruising to Rhodes<br />
Arrive at the sunniest island in the<br />
Aegean & spend the day exploring<br />
the pristine beaches, medieval<br />
towns & cool little shops. (B,L,D,S)<br />
• See the fortified town of Rhodes<br />
Day 6: Cruising to Santorini via<br />
Crete<br />
Drop by Crete, the largest of the<br />
islands, en route to Santorini,<br />
world-famous for its blue & white<br />
buildings, spectacular sunsets &<br />
breathtaking natural scenery. Climb<br />
twisting stone steps, ride a donkey<br />
or catch a cable car up to a cliff-top<br />
town, like Fira. Or take a boat ride<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
Mykonos<br />
1<br />
TURKEY<br />
Kusadasi<br />
Patmos<br />
Rhodes<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
out to the volcanic island, Nea<br />
Kameni. (B,L,D,S)<br />
• Visit Heraklion town on Crete<br />
• See the volcanic islands<br />
surrounding Santorini & its<br />
main town of Fira<br />
Day 7: Arrival into Athens<br />
Return to Athens & enjoy<br />
breakfast then transfer into<br />
central Athens where the tour<br />
ends. Or take the opportunity<br />
for a guided tour of the<br />
Acropolis & Parthenon. (B)<br />
M Guided tour of the famous<br />
Acropolis<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 7 have been<br />
designed to allow you to start &<br />
finish the tour without needing extra<br />
nights accommodation.<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: 6CGS<br />
Total Total Total Total<br />
Depart Start Finish Quad Out Quad In Twin Out Twin In<br />
USA Athens Athens US$ pp* US$ pp* US$ pp* US$ pp*<br />
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1339<br />
1339<br />
1339<br />
1339<br />
1339<br />
1379<br />
1379<br />
1379<br />
1379<br />
1379<br />
1379<br />
1379<br />
1415<br />
1415<br />
1415<br />
1415<br />
1379<br />
1339<br />
1339<br />
1339<br />
1365<br />
1365<br />
1365<br />
1365<br />
1365<br />
1365<br />
1355<br />
1355<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1215<br />
1215<br />
1215<br />
1215<br />
1215<br />
1215<br />
1215<br />
1249<br />
1249<br />
1249<br />
1249<br />
1215<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1185<br />
1205<br />
1205<br />
1205<br />
1205<br />
1205<br />
1205<br />
1195<br />
1195<br />
The above prices are accurate as of 10th July, 2012 &<br />
include port taxes & supplements & gratuities. For upto-date<br />
pricing please go to contiki.com/aegean.<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from all<br />
the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Cruise prices above are based on twin & quadshare.<br />
If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with<br />
a same-sex roommate at no extra cost (either twin<br />
or quad-share). Or take a single supplement option:<br />
add US$105 to twin-share price for an inside cabin or<br />
US$125 to twin-share price for an outside cabin.<br />
Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx.<br />
10:00am in Athens.<br />
Note: the order of ports of call may be reversed<br />
on some days & the itinerary is subject to change.<br />
If you require a Schengen visa for this tour, it must be<br />
a multi-entry visa.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.
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Macedonia<br />
golden fleece How much & when<br />
Istanbul<br />
10 Days (7 days cruising)<br />
2 countries<br />
From US$1665pp*<br />
US$167 per day<br />
SANTORINI<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Athens<br />
Check-in to your hotel & later<br />
meet your Cruise Representative<br />
& fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers.<br />
• Visit the famous Plaka area<br />
Day 3: Athens to Istanbul<br />
Board the ship & cruise to<br />
Turkey’s largest city. (B,D,S)<br />
Day 4: Istanbul<br />
See an incredible mix of sights in<br />
this diverse city. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Day 5: Cruising to Mykonos<br />
Enjoy a full 24 hours on the<br />
island of Mykonos. Hotel (B,L)<br />
Day 6: Mykonos<br />
Hang out on this island, famous<br />
for its golden beaches. (B,D,S)<br />
11 Days<br />
2 countries<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Istanbul<br />
Check-in to your hotel & meet<br />
up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team &<br />
fellow travelers this evening. (D)<br />
Day 3: Istanbul<br />
Check out this diverse city. (B)<br />
• Visit the Blue Mosque, the<br />
Grand Bazaar & the Spice<br />
Market with a local guide<br />
•<br />
See the Hagia Sofia,<br />
Topkapi Palace &<br />
Suleymaniye Mosque<br />
Day 4: Istanbul to Canakkale<br />
Visit Gallipoli battlefields. (B,D)<br />
• Journey along the Sea of<br />
Marmara<br />
• Visit Lone Pine Cemetery<br />
See ANZAC Cove<br />
•<br />
•<br />
GREECE<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Visit contiki.com/odyssey<br />
See traditional Cycladic houses<br />
See the famous windmills<br />
Day 7: Cruising to Kusadasi via<br />
Patmos<br />
We dock at the friendly, unspoilt<br />
island of Patmos. (B,L,D,S)<br />
• See the Monastery of St. John<br />
on Patmos<br />
• Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar<br />
Day 8: Cruising to Rhodes<br />
Spend the day exploring pristine<br />
beaches & medieval towns. (B,L,D,S)<br />
• See the fortified town of Rhodes<br />
Day 9: Cruising to Santorini<br />
via Crete<br />
Drop by Crete en route to Santorini,<br />
world-famous for its blue & white<br />
buildings, spectacular sunsets &<br />
CORINTH<br />
CANAL<br />
GREECE<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
1<br />
1<br />
1 ATHENS<br />
turkey<br />
& greek island odyssey<br />
From US$1790pp*<br />
US$163 per day<br />
SULEYMANIYE MOSQUE, ISTANBUL<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Athens<br />
Day 5: Canakkale to Izmir<br />
See the legendary ruins of Troy. (B,D)<br />
• Mountain drive to Pergamum<br />
Day 6: Izmir to Pamukkale<br />
Maybe take a relaxing soak in the<br />
famous hot pools of Pamukkale. (B,D)<br />
Day 7: Pamukkale to Kusadasi<br />
Explore the city of Ephesus. (B)<br />
• Visit a Turkish carpet factory<br />
• See Kusadasi’s shopping bazaar<br />
Day 8: Kusadasi to Rhodes<br />
Set sail to Rhodes via Patmos. (B,D,S)<br />
Day 9: Rhodes<br />
Spend the day exploring medieval<br />
towns or relaxing. (B,L,D,S)<br />
• See the fortified town of Rhodes<br />
Day 10: Santorini via Crete<br />
Drop by Crete en route to<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
Patmos<br />
1<br />
mykonos<br />
Crete<br />
•<br />
breathtaking scenery. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Visit Heraklion town on Crete<br />
• See the volcanic islands<br />
surrounding Santorini & it’s<br />
main town of Fira<br />
Day 10: Arrival into Athens<br />
Your tour ends after breakfast &<br />
a transfer into central Athens. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 10 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing an<br />
extra night’s accommodation.<br />
•<br />
Santorini<br />
TURKEY<br />
Kusadasi<br />
Rhodes<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/golden-fleece<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
Troy<br />
2<br />
ISTANBUL<br />
Gallipoli<br />
1 CANAKKALE<br />
Pergamum<br />
IZMIR 1 PAMUKKALE<br />
KUSADASI 1<br />
Ephesus<br />
1<br />
Patmos<br />
TURKEY<br />
Rhodes<br />
Hieropolis<br />
world-famous Santorini. (B,L,D,S)<br />
Visit Heraklion town on Crete<br />
• See volcanic islands<br />
• Visit Santorini’s main town<br />
of Fira<br />
Day 11: Arrival into Athens<br />
Your tour ends after breakfast &<br />
a transfer into central Athens. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 11 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/odyssey<br />
Summer 2013 Code: 9GFS<br />
Total Total Total Total<br />
Depart Start Finish Quad Out Quad In Twin Out Twin In<br />
USA Athens Athens US$ pp* US$ pp* US$ pp* US$ pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr<br />
May<br />
May<br />
May<br />
May<br />
May<br />
Jun<br />
Jun<br />
Jun<br />
Jun<br />
Sep<br />
Sep<br />
Sep<br />
Sep<br />
Oct<br />
Oct<br />
24<br />
1<br />
8<br />
15<br />
22<br />
29<br />
5<br />
12<br />
19<br />
26<br />
4<br />
11<br />
18<br />
25<br />
2<br />
9<br />
Apr<br />
May<br />
May<br />
May<br />
May<br />
May<br />
Jun<br />
Jun<br />
Jun<br />
Jun<br />
Sep<br />
Sep<br />
Sep<br />
Sep<br />
Oct<br />
Oct<br />
25<br />
2<br />
9<br />
16<br />
23<br />
30<br />
6<br />
13<br />
20<br />
27<br />
5<br />
12<br />
19<br />
26<br />
3<br />
10<br />
May<br />
May<br />
May<br />
May<br />
May<br />
Jun<br />
Jun<br />
Jun<br />
Jun<br />
Jul<br />
Sep<br />
Sep<br />
Sep<br />
Oct<br />
Oct<br />
Oct<br />
3<br />
10<br />
17<br />
24<br />
31<br />
7<br />
14<br />
21<br />
28<br />
5<br />
13<br />
20<br />
27<br />
4<br />
11<br />
18<br />
1965<br />
1965<br />
1965<br />
2015<br />
2015<br />
2015<br />
2015<br />
2015<br />
2015<br />
2015<br />
1995<br />
1995<br />
1995<br />
1995<br />
1995<br />
1979<br />
1665<br />
1665<br />
1665<br />
1709<br />
1709<br />
1709<br />
1709<br />
1709<br />
1709<br />
1709<br />
1695<br />
1695<br />
1695<br />
1695<br />
1695<br />
1685<br />
2305<br />
2305<br />
2305<br />
2375<br />
2375<br />
2375<br />
2375<br />
2375<br />
2375<br />
2375<br />
2345<br />
2345<br />
2345<br />
2345<br />
2345<br />
2325<br />
2039<br />
2039<br />
2039<br />
2099<br />
2099<br />
2099<br />
2099<br />
2099<br />
2099<br />
2099<br />
2075<br />
2075<br />
2075<br />
2075<br />
2075<br />
2059<br />
The above prices are accurate as of 10th July, 2012 &<br />
include port taxes & supplements & gratuities. For upto-date<br />
pricing please go to contiki.com/golden-fleece.<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from all<br />
the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.<br />
If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a<br />
same-sex roommate at no extra cost (either twin or<br />
quad-share). Or take a single supplement option: add<br />
US$179 to twin-share price for an inside cabin or<br />
US$225 to twin-share price for an outside cabin.<br />
Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx.<br />
10:00am in Athens.<br />
If you require a Schengen visa for this tour, it must be<br />
a multi-entry visa.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBSL<br />
Total Total<br />
Depart Start Finish Twin Twin<br />
USA Istanbul Athens Out In<br />
US$pp* US$pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 14 May 15 May 24 2010 1830<br />
Jun 4 Jun 5 Jun 14 2010 1830<br />
Jun 18 Jun 19 Jun 28 2010 1830<br />
Jul 2 Jul 3 Jul 12 2060 1870<br />
Jul 16 Jul 17 Jul 26 2060 1870<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Total Total<br />
Depart Start Finish Twin Twin<br />
USA Istanbul Athens Out In<br />
US$pp* US$pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 30 Jul 31 Aug 9 2060 1870<br />
Aug 13 Aug 14 Aug 23 1970 1790<br />
Aug 27 Aug 28 Sep 6 1970 1790<br />
Sep 17 Sep 18 Sep 27 2010 1830<br />
The above prices are accurate as of 10th July,<br />
2012 & include port taxes & supplements &<br />
gratuities. For up-to-date pricing please go to<br />
contiki.com/odyssey.<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share.<br />
If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a<br />
same-sex roommate at no extra cost (either twin or<br />
triple-share). Or take a single supplement option:<br />
Add US$459 to twin-share price for an inside cabin<br />
(plus add port taxes for total price) or US$515 to<br />
twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes<br />
for total price).<br />
Tour starts 7:00pm in Istanbul & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Athens.<br />
For or more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$180. See p.27 for details.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
8 nights accommodation:<br />
2 night in a hotel, 6 nights on<br />
board a cruise ship (quad or twinshare)<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
25 meals:<br />
8 buffet breakfasts (B),<br />
5 lunches (L), 6 three-course<br />
dinners (D), 6 suppers (S)<br />
On-board cruise representative<br />
Fun filled entertainment on<br />
every night of the cruise<br />
4<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Superior<br />
Turkey & Greek<br />
Island Odyssey<br />
11 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
9 nights accommodation:<br />
6 night in hotels, 3 nights<br />
on board a cruise ship<br />
(twin or triple-share)<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
21 meals:<br />
9 continental breakfasts (B),<br />
2 lunches (L), 7 three-course<br />
dinners (D), 3 suppers (S)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Turkish Tour<br />
Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />
On-board cruise representative<br />
Fun filled entertainment on<br />
every night of the cruise<br />
Sightseeing tours of all major<br />
cities plus orientations in all<br />
other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossing<br />
6<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
70 | 71<br />
Superior<br />
Golden<br />
Fleece<br />
10 days
easypace<br />
Visit contiki.com/turkish-sailing<br />
TURKISH SAILING<br />
9 Days<br />
1 country<br />
From US$565pp*<br />
US$63 per day<br />
sail turkey<br />
• Traditional Turkish gullet<br />
• Comfortable & modern<br />
gullet with large decks &<br />
outdoor areas<br />
• Breakfast, lunch, afternoon<br />
tea & dinner each day<br />
• Two-person berths with<br />
private ensuites<br />
• Use of on-board gear like<br />
flippers, snorkels &<br />
fishing gear<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
7 nights accommodation on<br />
a traditional Turkish Gullet<br />
boat (more on p.49)<br />
20 meals:<br />
7 breakfasts (B)<br />
6 lunches (L)<br />
7 dinners (D)<br />
A dedicated captain & crew<br />
Port & visitors taxes<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$70.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
GETTING<br />
THERE<br />
There are low-cost airlines<br />
who fl y to Bodrum from<br />
London, visit skyscanner.net<br />
or easyjet.com<br />
Flights can get expensive, so<br />
book early to get the best<br />
prices. Or book your fl ights<br />
to fl y straight to Turkey.<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBTS<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Bodrum Bodrum pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 1 565<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 8 665<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 15 665<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 22 665<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 29 665<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 6 795<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 13 795<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 20 795<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 27 795<br />
Bodrum<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Bodrum Bodrum pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 3 835<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 10 835<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 17 835<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 24 835<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Aug 31 835<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 7 835<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 14 795<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 21 665<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 28 665<br />
The above prices are accurate as of 10th July, 2012 &<br />
include port taxes & supplements & gratuities. For upto-date<br />
pricing please go to contiki.com/turkish-sailing.<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on two person berths.<br />
If you’re traveling solo we can share you with a<br />
same-sex roommate at no extra cost.<br />
Single cabin supplement add US$669.<br />
Note: many cabins have double beds & most people<br />
choose to sleep under the stars up on deck.<br />
All cabins have private ensuite bathrooms.<br />
We use a selection of ‘standard’ boats<br />
Tour starts 3:30pm in Bodrum & ends approx.<br />
10:30am in Bodrum.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
1<br />
Nightstops<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Bodrum<br />
On arrival at Bodrum, make your<br />
way to the port & board our<br />
traditional Turkish gullet & let the<br />
good times begin. With the harbor<br />
as your backdrop get to know your<br />
group over a dinner as you relax &<br />
watch the sunset. Bodrum’s nightlife<br />
goes off, so if you’re up for some<br />
group bonding then head out &<br />
explore the city by night. (D)<br />
Day 3: Bodrum to Cokertme via<br />
Orak Island<br />
All aboard! Set sail for quiet Orak<br />
Island for a swim in the crystal-blue<br />
waters, complete with a tasty lunch<br />
on-board. It’s all about taking in<br />
the incredible coast as we sail to<br />
Cokertme. This little fishing town is<br />
perfect for exploring, shopping or<br />
meeting some locals before dinner<br />
overlooking the bay. (B,L,D)<br />
Day 4: Cokertime to English<br />
Harbour via Seven Islands<br />
Check out the sunrise en route<br />
to Seven Islands, famous for its<br />
landscape of small islands & coral<br />
reef. After breakfast, stop for<br />
swims at Kufre Bay & Uzun Liman<br />
(Long Port), head on land for a<br />
stroll through the forest, play some<br />
board games on deck with your<br />
TURKISH GULLET<br />
TURKEY<br />
bodrum<br />
2<br />
YALICIFTLIK cokertme<br />
1<br />
1<br />
GULF OF GOKOVA<br />
fellow sailors or sit back in the<br />
sun! Later we cruise to English<br />
Harbour for the night. (B,L,D)<br />
Day 5: English Harbour to<br />
Karacasogut via Cleopatra<br />
Island<br />
Next up: Cleopatra Island.<br />
This slice of paradise with<br />
its small beach, white sand,<br />
legendary stories & clear water<br />
is like an open-air museum. You<br />
could head to Turtle Beach for<br />
a mud-bath, or just relax. After<br />
a swimming or snorkeling fix<br />
it’s onto Karacasogut & a night<br />
with the locals. (B,L,D)<br />
M Dalyan Caunos, mud baths<br />
& Turtle Beach<br />
Day 6: Karacasogut to Tuzla<br />
via Longoz<br />
Today’s destination is gorgeous<br />
Longoz Bay nestled in-between<br />
huge pine forests. Get up close<br />
on a stroll through the forest &<br />
make a stop in Ali Baba’s local<br />
café for a taste of how the<br />
locals do it. We’ll head back on<br />
the boat to Tuzla Bay for more<br />
swimming in the turquoise-blue<br />
waters, a relaxing dinner &<br />
another incredible sunset. (B,L,D)<br />
See the sights of Longoz Bay<br />
•<br />
Karacasogut<br />
1<br />
tuzla 11<br />
1 1<br />
English<br />
KISEBUKU Harbour<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Day 7: Tulza to Kisebuku via<br />
Kargili<br />
Another relaxing morning!<br />
Catch the rays on deck before<br />
we reach Kargili Bay for<br />
morning swimming. Later,<br />
it’s time to get a culture fix<br />
as you explore & learn about<br />
the ancient Byzantine ruins of<br />
Kisebuku. Tonight take a<br />
well-deserved swim, sunbathe<br />
& chill in this remote bay.<br />
(B,L,D)<br />
• Explore the Byzantine ruins<br />
of Kisebuku<br />
Day 8: Kisebuku to Bodrum<br />
via Pabucburnu & Yaliciftlik<br />
Explore Pabucburnu & Yaliciftlik<br />
Bay, or head on land &<br />
experience the vibrant local life<br />
in the village on a guided tour.<br />
This afternoon capture the last<br />
of the Turkish coastline views<br />
as we cruise back to Bodrum<br />
for our last night out with the<br />
group. (B,L,D)<br />
M Local village tour<br />
Day 9: Bodrum<br />
The trip ends after breakfast<br />
when it’s time to swap email<br />
addresses & say goodbye to<br />
your travel buddies. (B)
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ISLAND HOPPER<br />
2 ways to go<br />
9/10 Days<br />
1 country<br />
From US$1319pp*<br />
US$147 per day<br />
easypace CROATIAN<br />
DUBROVNIK<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
north<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Dubrovnik<br />
Welcome to Croatia! On arrival in<br />
Dubrovnik head to the ship & meet<br />
your group & <strong>Contiki</strong> Rep for a tasty<br />
BBQ on board. It’s the perfect way<br />
to start a week of relaxation in<br />
paradise. (L,D)<br />
Day 3: Dubrovnik to Korčula<br />
Today set sail for Korčula, home<br />
of Marco Polo. The Old Town’s<br />
cobbled streets are perfect for<br />
exploring & its hidden bars in old<br />
turrets are the ideal spot for a<br />
blissful sunset. (B,L)<br />
• Visit the fortified Old Town<br />
Day 4: Korčula to Hvar<br />
Next up, Hvar! This place has an<br />
unexplainable buzz - its port packed<br />
with yachts from all over the world,<br />
its Old Town Square & hilltop views<br />
are awesome. Getting into the<br />
nightlife here is a must. (B)<br />
• See the Arsenal Fort<br />
Day 5: Hvar to Wild Bay<br />
Today we’re off to our exclusive<br />
overnight in a slice of paradise, Wild<br />
Bay. Croatia is the jewel of the<br />
Adriatic & it’s evident everywhere<br />
you look here. Swim in the still blue<br />
waters, relax on deck or grab a bit of<br />
shut eye - it’s relaxing in paradise at<br />
its best. (B,L)<br />
Day 6: Wild Bay to Bol<br />
It’s onto a new vibe today, Bol<br />
on the south of the island of<br />
Brac. Hit the Zlatni Rat (Golden<br />
Cape) beach (it’s gorgeous) &<br />
head to one of the harbors<br />
little restaurants to grab some<br />
delicious local seafood. (B,L)<br />
• Visit Zlatni Rat beach<br />
Day 7: Bol to Makarska<br />
Today we head to Makarska<br />
with its super long sandy beach,<br />
long promenade & chilled vibe.<br />
For a bit of local action, head to<br />
the main square markets.<br />
Makarska goes off when the<br />
sun goes down, so exploring by<br />
night is a must. (B,L)<br />
Day 8: Marsaka to Split<br />
Today we cruise on to the<br />
Dalmatian capital, Split. Get up<br />
close to real Roman heritage<br />
when you wander through the<br />
domain of Diocletian’s Palace.<br />
Tonight, hit the promenade<br />
then the old town bars for your<br />
last night out. (B,L)<br />
• See Diocletian’s Palace<br />
in Split<br />
Day 9: Depart Split<br />
The good times in Croatia end<br />
after breakfast this morning,<br />
when it’s time to swap Facebook<br />
& email addresses & say<br />
goodbye to your new friends. (B)<br />
south<br />
This tour is 10 days long &<br />
spends an additional night<br />
in Split. It follows the same<br />
itinerary as the North tour,<br />
with the exception of day 3<br />
(below), which spends the<br />
night in Pucisca.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Split.<br />
Welcome to Split! If you’ve got<br />
time on arrival you could take a<br />
stroll by the harbor & soak up<br />
the vibes here.<br />
Day 3: Split to Pucisca.<br />
Meet your Tour Rep & group<br />
& get out on the water for the<br />
start of a week in paradise.<br />
(B,L,D)<br />
Day 4: Pucisca to<br />
Makarska. (B,L)<br />
Day 5: Makarska to Bol. (B,L)<br />
Day 6: Bol to Wild Bay. (B,L)<br />
Day 7: Wild Bay to Hvar. (B)<br />
Day 8: Hvar to Korčula. (B,L)<br />
Day 9: Korčula to<br />
Dubrovnik. (B,L)<br />
M Sea kayaking trip<br />
Day 10: End Dubrovnik. (B)<br />
north - 9 DAYS start dubrovnik<br />
1<br />
SPLIT 1<br />
wild<br />
bay 1<br />
BOL<br />
1<br />
1 MAKARSKA<br />
1 HVAR<br />
KORCULA<br />
1<br />
1<br />
DUBROVNIK<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
CROATIA<br />
south - 10 DAYS start split<br />
PUCISCA 1 1 MAKARSKA<br />
wild<br />
1 BOL<br />
1<br />
bay 1 HVAR<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
1<br />
Nightstops<br />
1 Split CROATIA<br />
1<br />
KORCULA<br />
Nightstops<br />
ONE OF OUR BOATS<br />
1<br />
DUBROVNIK<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBDI<br />
Depart Start Finish On or Below<br />
USA Dub’nik Split above deck deck<br />
US$pp* US$pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 13 1405 1319<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 27 1469 1395<br />
Depart Start Finish On or Below<br />
USA Dub’nik Split above deck deck<br />
US$pp* US$pp*<br />
2013<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBSI<br />
Depart Start Finish On or Below<br />
USA Split Dub’nik above deck deck<br />
US$pp* US$pp*<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 10 1469 1395<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 24 1469 1395<br />
Depart Start Finish On or Below<br />
USA Split Dub’nik above deck deck<br />
US$pp* US$pp*<br />
2013<br />
2013<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 6 1495 1409 Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 3 1559 1485<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 20 1559 1485 Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 17 1559 1485<br />
The above prices are accurate as of 10th July, 2012 &<br />
include port taxes & supplements & gratuities. For up-todate<br />
pricing please go to contiki.com/croatian-hopper.<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost.<br />
BBDI:<br />
Single on or above deck cabin supplement add US$955.<br />
Single below deck cabin supplement add US$899.<br />
BBSI:<br />
Single on or above deck cabin supplement add US$1005.<br />
Single below deck cabin supplement add US$949.<br />
Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that<br />
opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have<br />
a roof port hole & door that opens to the inside.<br />
We use a selection of exclusive ‘A’ class boats.<br />
Northbound - Tour starts 12:00 noon in Dubrovnik &<br />
ends approx. 8:00am in Split.<br />
Southbound - Tour starts 12:00 noon in Split & ends<br />
approx. 8:00am in Dubrovnik.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
North<br />
72 | 73<br />
SUPERIOR<br />
Croatian Island<br />
Hopper<br />
9/10 days<br />
cruise croatia<br />
• ‘A’ Class boat - exclusive<br />
to <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
• Comfortable & modern<br />
boat with large decks<br />
• Breakfast every cruise day<br />
• 6 lunches<br />
• Dinner on 1 night, giving<br />
you flexibility to explore<br />
the ports on other nights<br />
• Spacious twin-rooms with<br />
private facilities<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
7 nights twin-share<br />
accommodation on<br />
a sailing cruise boat<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
14 meals:<br />
7 continental breakfasts (B),<br />
6 lunches (L), 1 dinner (D)<br />
A dedicated captain &<br />
crew with an experienced<br />
& professional <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
representative<br />
Orientations of all destinations<br />
Port & visitors taxes<br />
South<br />
8 nights twin-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
1 night in a hotel, 7 nights<br />
on a sailing cruise boat.<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
14 meals:<br />
7 continental breakfasts (B),<br />
6 lunches (L), 1 dinner (D)<br />
A dedicated captain &<br />
crew with an experienced<br />
& professional <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
representative<br />
Orientations of all destinations<br />
Port & visitors taxes<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$140.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
2<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
easypace
easypace<br />
croatian island<br />
cruising<br />
10 Days<br />
1 country<br />
From US$1145pp*<br />
US$115 per day<br />
CROATIA<br />
1<br />
Nightstops<br />
2<br />
1<br />
SPLIT<br />
HVAR<br />
1<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
CROATIA<br />
MAKARSKA<br />
1<br />
KORCULA<br />
1 TRSTENIK<br />
2<br />
DUBROVNIK<br />
Bosnia &<br />
Herzegovina<br />
DUBROVNIK<br />
CRUISE CROATIA<br />
• ‘A’ Class boat - exclusive to <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
• Comfortable & modern boat with large decks<br />
• Breakfast every day<br />
• 5 lunches<br />
• Dinner on 2 nights, giving you flexibility to explore<br />
the ports on other nights<br />
• Spacious twin-rooms with private facilities<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Discover the walled city Dubrovnik, on a<br />
locally guided walking tour<br />
relax<br />
At Hula Hula<br />
Beach Bar, Hvar.<br />
This waterside<br />
spot goes off,<br />
so grab a towel,<br />
hit the sun<br />
loungers with<br />
a book & laze<br />
the day away.<br />
JuliaOsborneNZ: This cruise was absolutely<br />
amazing! I can’t say enough good things about<br />
it... It was my first time traveling alone in Europe<br />
& contiki made it such a great experience.<br />
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Crystal blue waters, sunshine<br />
& endless good times are<br />
guaranteed as you island<br />
hop in the Croatian sun. See<br />
why we love it here as you<br />
sail the untouched coastline<br />
& swim, explore & indulge in<br />
some of the country’s favorite<br />
VACATION spots. How much<br />
& when<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Split<br />
Make your way to the hotel &<br />
enjoy the afternoon in Split,<br />
wander through Roman ruins &<br />
sample the fantastic seaside<br />
café culture.<br />
Day 3: Split to Hvar<br />
All aboard! Jump on board our<br />
exclusive boat, meet your<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Rep, captain & crew &<br />
settle into your cabin as we<br />
cruise to Hvar. Check out the<br />
town’s stunning square,16th<br />
century theatre & hill-top<br />
fortress for amazing views over<br />
the gorgeous harbor. Tonight,<br />
get to know your fellow<br />
travelers over dinner before<br />
hitting the town. (L,D)<br />
• See the Arsenal Fort<br />
Day 4: Hvar to Korčula<br />
Start the day with a swimming<br />
stop before a long lunch on<br />
deck as we head to Korčula,<br />
home of the famous<br />
adventurer, Marco Polo. Get<br />
a feel for its buildings,<br />
fascinating architecture &<br />
stone streets. Tonight, try<br />
some locally produced white<br />
wines & discover the town’s<br />
nightlife. (B,L)<br />
• Visit the fortified Old Town<br />
Day 5: Korčula to Dubrovnik<br />
Today we’ll head to stunning<br />
Dubrovnik, known as the “Pearl<br />
of the Adriatic”. Opt for a<br />
kayaking excursion around the<br />
old city walls for a different<br />
view of the city - you can jump<br />
out & stop for swims when you<br />
like. Tonight, hit the pedestrian<br />
district of the Old Town &<br />
spend your evening exploring<br />
the town’s hot spots. (B)<br />
• See the fortified city & the<br />
Old Port<br />
M Sea kayaking trip<br />
Day 6: Dubrovnik<br />
Dubrovnik has so much to see<br />
& do, so head back to the city<br />
or sunbathe on amazing<br />
beaches. You could venture<br />
further afield with a day trip<br />
along the Dalmatian coast or<br />
the cable car above Dubrovnik<br />
for breathtaking views. (B,D)<br />
Day 7: Dubrovnik to Trstenik<br />
Today we’ll sail past the Elaphite<br />
Islands, known for palms, olive<br />
trees, citrus plantations &<br />
colorful reefs. Tonight, we’ll dock<br />
in the unspoilt village of Trstenik,<br />
with its views across the Adriatic<br />
Sea. (B,L)<br />
M Captain’s dinner<br />
Day 8: Trstenik to Makarska<br />
A day’s sailing means time to<br />
relax & work on your tan. We’ll<br />
dock at Makarska with its long<br />
sandy beach & promenade. For<br />
a bit of local action, head to the<br />
main square & check out the<br />
fruit & flower markets. Tonight is<br />
yours, so head to a local<br />
restaurant & try some grilled fish<br />
or a mixed seafood platter. (B,L)<br />
Day 9: Makarska to Split<br />
After drifting past the<br />
windsurfer’s paradise of Brac,<br />
we’ll cruise to Split. Wander<br />
through the domain of<br />
Diocletian’s Palace for a piece<br />
of Roman heritage, complete<br />
with 220 buildings & a huge<br />
hvar<br />
cathedral. For your last night,<br />
soak up Split’s Mediterranean<br />
vibes & make your way to one<br />
of the fantastic waterfront bars.<br />
Later, head back into the maze<br />
of streets within the palace<br />
walls & discover cool cafes &<br />
pumping clubs. (B,L)<br />
• See Diocletian’s Palace in Split<br />
Day 10: Split<br />
The tour ends after breakfast &<br />
it’s time to say farewell to your<br />
new friends. (B)<br />
one of our boats<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBCI<br />
Depart Start Finish On or Below<br />
USA Split Split above deck deck<br />
US$pp* US$pp*<br />
HVAR<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
DUBROVNIK<br />
Depart Start Finish On or Below<br />
USA Dub’nik Split above deck deck<br />
US$pp* US$pp*<br />
2013<br />
2013<br />
May 16 May 18 May 25 1259 1145 Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 3 1685 1575<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 1 1329 1179 Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 10 1685 1575<br />
May 30 Jun 1 Jun 8 1329 1179 Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 17 1685 1575<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 15 1329 1179 Aug 15 Aug 17 Aug 24 1685 1575<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun 22 1475 1345 Aug 22 Aug 24 Aug 31 1599 1515<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jun 29 1505 1375 Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 7 1599 1515<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 6 1599 1515 Sep 5 Sep 7 Sep 14 1505 1375<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 13 1599 1515 Sep 12 Sep 14 Sep 21 1329 1179<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 20 1685 1575 Sep 19 Sep 21 Sep 28 1259 1145<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Jul 27 1685 1575<br />
The above prices are accurate as of 10th July, 2012 &<br />
include port taxes & supplements & gratuities. For up-todate<br />
pricing please go to contiki.com/croatian-cruising.<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask<br />
us about great air deals from the USA to & from all the<br />
start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost.<br />
Single on or above deck cabin supplement<br />
add US$989.<br />
Single below deck cabin supplement add US$935.<br />
Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that<br />
opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have a<br />
roof port hole & door that opens to the inside.<br />
We use a selection of exclusive ‘A’ class boats.<br />
Tour starts 12:00 noon in Split & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Split.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
8 nights twin-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
1 night in a hotel, 7 nights on<br />
a sailing cruise boat<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
14 meals:<br />
7 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
5 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D)<br />
A dedicated captain &<br />
crew with an experienced<br />
& professional <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
representative<br />
Orientations of all<br />
destinations<br />
Port & visitors taxes<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$155.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
2<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
74 | 75<br />
Superior<br />
Croatian<br />
Island Cruising<br />
10 days<br />
GETTING THERE<br />
There are low-cost airlines<br />
who fl y to Split like<br />
easyjet.com (more on p.49).<br />
Flights can get busy, so book<br />
early to get yourself a cheap<br />
deal. Or even easier,<br />
schedule your international<br />
fl ights right through to Split.<br />
easypace
easypace<br />
Visit contiki.com/island-hopping<br />
greek island hopping<br />
14 Days<br />
3 islands<br />
From US$1965pp*<br />
US$141 per day<br />
santorini<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
Regional Dinner:<br />
• Dinner in one of our<br />
favorite local tavernas<br />
Plus Feature Hotel:<br />
• Mykonos Resort<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
12 nights accommodation:<br />
3 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature<br />
Hotel, 9 nights in hotels<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
16 meals:<br />
12 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
Ferry crossings (tourist class)<br />
& coach transfers<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$215.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
1<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
mix + match<br />
Combine this trip with<br />
another tour & you’ll save<br />
US$100. See p.27.<br />
Fly to Rome & connect with<br />
the ‘Simply Italy’ tour. See<br />
p.58-59 (selected departures).<br />
Use low-cost airlines with<br />
these tours. See p.49.<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBGI<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Athens Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 28 Apr 29 May 11 1965<br />
May 1 May 2 May 14 2055<br />
May 4 May 5 May 17 2055<br />
May 7 May 8 May 20 2055<br />
May 10 May 11 May 23 2055<br />
May 13 May 14 May 26 2055<br />
May 16 May 17 May 29 2105<br />
May 19 May 20 Jun 1 2105<br />
May 22 May 23 Jun 4 2105<br />
May 25 May 26 Jun 7 2105<br />
May 28 May 29 Jun 10 2105<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 13 2105<br />
Jun 3 Jun 4 Jun 16 2105<br />
Jun 6 Jun 7 Jun 19 2105<br />
Jun 9 Jun 10 Jun 22 2105<br />
Jun 12 Jun 13 Jun 25 2105<br />
Jun 15 Jun 16 Jun 28 2105<br />
Jun 18 Jun 19 Jul 1 2105<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jul 4 2105<br />
Jun 24 Jun 25 Jul 7 2105<br />
Jun 27 Jun 28 Jul 10 2105<br />
Jun 30 Jul 1 Jul 13 2175<br />
Jul 3 Jul 4 Jul 16 2175<br />
Jul 6 Jul 7 Jul 19 2175<br />
Jul 9 Jul 10 Jul 22 2175<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 25 2175<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Athens Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 15 Jul 16 Jul 28 2175<br />
Jul 18 Jul 19 Jul 31 2175<br />
Jul 21 Jul 22 Aug 3 2175<br />
Jul 24 Jul 25 Aug 6 2175<br />
Jul 27 Jul 28 Aug 9 2175<br />
Jul 30 Jul 31 Aug 12 2175<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 15 2105<br />
Aug 5 Aug 6 Aug 18 2105<br />
Aug 8 Aug 9 Aug 21 2055<br />
Aug 11 Aug 12 Aug 24 2055<br />
Aug 14 Aug 15 Aug 27 2055<br />
Aug 17 Aug 18 Aug 30 2055<br />
Aug 20 Aug 21 Sep 2 2055<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Sep 5 2055<br />
Aug 26 Aug 27 Sep 8 2055<br />
Aug 29 Aug 30 Sep 11 2099<br />
Sep 1 Sep 2 Sep 14 2099<br />
Sep 4 Sep 5 Sep 17 2099<br />
Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 20 2099<br />
Sep 10 Sep 11 Sep 23 2099<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 26 2099<br />
Sep 16 Sep 17 Sep 29 2099<br />
Sep 19 Sep 20 Oct 2 2099<br />
Sep 22 Sep 23 Oct 5 2099<br />
Sep 25 Sep 26 Oct 8 2099<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$915 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Athens.<br />
Note: for operational reasons, this tour may run<br />
in reverse<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/Arrive<br />
Athens<br />
Check-in to your hotel & spend the<br />
afternoon getting a sneak peek at<br />
mythological Athens. This evening<br />
meet up with your Tour Manager<br />
& fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers before<br />
starting the tour right - indulging in a<br />
delicious local Greek dinner. (D)<br />
Day 3: Athens<br />
Feel the gritty urban soul of this<br />
bustling city. Twist & turn through<br />
the Plaka’s maze of narrow<br />
medieval streets & find ancient<br />
sites, cafés & shops full of history &<br />
character. Why not take a guided<br />
tour of the famous Acropolis? (B)<br />
• Visit the famous Plaka area<br />
M Traditional taverna meal in the<br />
Plaka area<br />
Day 4: Athens to Mykonos<br />
Hop aboard a ferry in the morning<br />
& journey to the popular Aegean<br />
paradise of Mykonos for some sun<br />
& good times at our beach resort.<br />
Located on one of the islands best<br />
beaches, it’s all about sun & fun.<br />
Later, get a taste of some Greek<br />
specialities with dinner at the resort.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Days 5-6: Mykonos<br />
There’s two free days to kick back<br />
on island time, Mykonos-style - it’s<br />
famous for its warm water, clear<br />
seas, golden beaches & young<br />
party culture. Go shopping, maybe<br />
hire a car to explore more of the<br />
island or take it up a level & head to<br />
stunning Paradise Beach for some<br />
water sports & a taste of the area’s<br />
buzzing nightlife!<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B)(B)<br />
Visit Mykonos town<br />
•<br />
Macedonia<br />
IONIAN<br />
SEA<br />
1<br />
1<br />
CORINTH<br />
CANAL<br />
Piraeus<br />
GREECE<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
3 ATHENS<br />
ios<br />
Day 7: Mykonos to Santorini<br />
Enjoy the breathtaking views<br />
as we ferry into the caldera of<br />
the quintessential Greek island,<br />
Santorini. Soak it all in, from its<br />
famous blue & white buildings<br />
to its spectacular island sunsets<br />
& breathtaking scenery. (B,D)<br />
Days 8-9: Santorini<br />
With two days here, indulge<br />
in amazing views, scenery &<br />
black stone beaches, & get into<br />
the activities on offer. Climb<br />
twisting stone steps, ride a<br />
donkey or take a cable car up<br />
to the cliff-top town of Fira.<br />
From here, catch unbeatable<br />
panoramic views of the island’s<br />
submerged volcano & sip on<br />
delicious cocktails as the sun<br />
goes down. There’s also a<br />
chance for a boat ride out to<br />
the active volcanic island, if<br />
you’re feeling like something<br />
different. (B)(B)<br />
• Visit the main town of Fira<br />
M Visit Oia at sunset<br />
Bulgaria<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
MYKONOS<br />
3<br />
3<br />
3<br />
MEDITERRANEAN<br />
SEA<br />
santorini<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Turkey<br />
Day 10: Santorini to Ios<br />
Cruise to another Greek gem,<br />
the beautiful island of Ios. (B,D)<br />
Days 11-12: Ios<br />
Take a couple of days to relax &<br />
enjoy the sun, meet some locals<br />
& chill out poolside or on soft,<br />
sandy beaches. While you’re<br />
here don’t miss out on a taste<br />
of the nightlife in this ultimate<br />
party island. (B)(B)<br />
• Visit Ios town<br />
M Island cruise on a traditional<br />
sailing boat<br />
Day 13: Ios to Athens<br />
Set sail back to mainland<br />
Greece & the mythological<br />
city of Athens. Chill with your<br />
buddies on your last full day. (B)<br />
Day 14: Depart Athens<br />
The tour ends after breakfast &<br />
it’s time to say farewell to your<br />
new friends. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 14 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.
Visit contiki.com/mykonos-cruising<br />
mykonos & island cruising<br />
Albania<br />
9 Days<br />
2 countries<br />
From US$1595pp*<br />
US$178 per day<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Athens<br />
Check-in to your hotel & spend<br />
the afternoon getting a sneak<br />
peek at Athens. Twist & turn<br />
through the Plaka’s maze of<br />
narrow medieval streets & find<br />
ancient sites, cafés & shops full of<br />
history & character. This evening,<br />
meet up with your Cruise<br />
Representative & fellow travelers.<br />
• Visit the famous Plaka area<br />
Day 3: Athens to Mykonos<br />
Ferry to Mykonos & get set to<br />
island-hop your way to heaven,<br />
starting with a few days on<br />
the Aegean island paradise of<br />
Mykonos.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B,D)<br />
Days 4-5: Mykonos<br />
Hang out on this island,<br />
famous for its azure seas,<br />
golden beaches, cosmopolitan<br />
atmosphere & young, vibrant<br />
party culture. Wander through<br />
the tiny streets & whitewashed<br />
cube houses found in the<br />
picture-perfect Cycladic<br />
paradise, then enjoy a drink at<br />
a harborside bar in Little Venice<br />
to watch the sunset.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel (B)(B)<br />
• Visit Mykonos town<br />
• See the traditional Cycladic<br />
style houses<br />
See the famous windmills<br />
•<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
ephesus<br />
Day 6: Mykonos to Kusadasi<br />
Soak up some more sun on the<br />
pristine beaches, wind through the<br />
labyrinth of roads shopping for<br />
souvenirs, or lunch with the locals &<br />
international jet setters for another<br />
day. When you’re finished soaking<br />
up the atmosphere onshore, we’ll<br />
set sail on our overnight cruise to<br />
Kusadasi. (B,D,S)<br />
Day 7: Kusadasi<br />
Wake up in the port town of Kusadasi<br />
& shop in the town’s colorful bazaar<br />
or get a feel for ancient Roman life<br />
on an optional tour to the classical<br />
city of Ephesus. Tonight, we’ll set sail<br />
to Crete. (B,L,D,S)<br />
• Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar<br />
M Tour the classical Greek<br />
archaeological site of Ephesus<br />
with a local guide<br />
Day 8: Crete to Santorini<br />
Wake up to Greece’s biggest island,<br />
Crete famous for its soft white<br />
sand, little coves & rocky coast. This<br />
afternoon we’re off to Santorini,<br />
MYKONOS<br />
IONIAN<br />
SEA<br />
world-famous for its simple<br />
blue & white buildings,<br />
spectacular island sunsets &<br />
breathtaking natural scenery.<br />
Climb twisting stone steps,<br />
ride a donkey or catch a cable<br />
car up to a cliff-top town, like<br />
Fira. (B,L,D,S)<br />
• Visit Heraklion town in Crete<br />
• See the spectacular<br />
volcanic islands surrounding<br />
Santorini<br />
• Visit Santorini’s main town<br />
of Fira<br />
Day 9: Arrival in Athens<br />
Set sail back to mainland<br />
Greece & the mythological city<br />
of Athens. Disembark after<br />
breakfast & transfer into central<br />
Athens where the tour ends<br />
once you arrive. (B)<br />
M Guided tour of the famous<br />
Acropolis<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 9 have been<br />
designed to allow you to start &<br />
finish the tour without needing extra<br />
nights accommodation.<br />
CORINTH<br />
CANAL<br />
GREECE<br />
1<br />
1<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
ATHENS<br />
1<br />
MYKONOS<br />
3<br />
Santorini<br />
Crete<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: BBGM<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Athens Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 19 ● May 20 May 27 1595<br />
Jun 2 Jun 3 Jun 10 1650<br />
Jun 16 Jun 17 Jun 24 1650<br />
Jun 30 Jul 1 Jul 8 1690<br />
Jul 14 Jul 15 Jul 22 1690<br />
Kusadasi<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
TURKEY<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Athens Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 28 Jul 29 Aug 5 1690<br />
Aug 18 Aug 19 Aug 26 1600<br />
Aug 25 Aug 26 Sep 2 1600<br />
Sep 8 ● Sep 9 Sep 16 1650<br />
Sep 22 ● Sep 23 Sep 30 1650<br />
The above prices are accurate as of 10th July, 2012<br />
& include port taxes & supplements & gratuities.<br />
For-up-to date pricing please go to contiki.com/<br />
mykonos-cruising<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.<br />
If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a<br />
same-sex roommate at no extra cost (either twin or<br />
triple-share). Or take a single supplement option:<br />
add US$415 to twin-share price for a single room/<br />
inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price).<br />
Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on the<br />
twin-share tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx.<br />
10:00am in Athens.<br />
● These tours will also visit Patmos.<br />
If you require a Schengen visa for this tour, it must be<br />
a multi-entry visa.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116 For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
7 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
3 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature<br />
Hotel, 1 night in a hotel,<br />
3 nights on board a cruise ship<br />
(more on p.30-31 & p.49)<br />
16 meals:<br />
7 buffet breakfasts (B)<br />
2 lunches (L)<br />
4 three-course dinners (D)<br />
3 suppers (S)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional local guide in<br />
Athens & representative<br />
on-board the cruise ship<br />
Coach transfers<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$150.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
2<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
76 | 77<br />
Superior<br />
Mykonos &<br />
Island Cruising<br />
9 days<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
Feature Hotel:<br />
Mykonos Beach Resort<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.
EAST END cool:<br />
europe’s hottest<br />
street art<br />
Street art in Europe is hot & London’s East<br />
End is home to the work of some of the<br />
world’s most infamous urban artists.<br />
Maximize your visit by taking a tour with our<br />
friends at Alternative London, on foot or by<br />
bike! It also just happens to be the winner of<br />
TripAdvisor’s Certifi cate of Excellence &<br />
ranked one of the top fi ve free things to do<br />
in London by TimeOut Magazine.<br />
Alternative London Tours run a number of<br />
tour types from Tuesday to Sunday in<br />
London’s East End. Check out<br />
www.alternativeldn.co.uk for more.<br />
London’s East End<br />
I GOT IT IN Europe:<br />
it’s vintage<br />
Europe is a great place to head to for vintage<br />
clothes & quirky fi nds you’ll love. If you’re<br />
looking for something different, Die Nolle<br />
fl ea market in Berlin! The entire market is<br />
housed throughout 16 old railway carriages!<br />
You could try Ecseri Piac, Budapest (Piac<br />
is Hungarian for Market). One of Europe’s<br />
biggest & busiest markets, the locals say you<br />
can buy literally anything & everything.<br />
Free finds<br />
Pére-Lachaise Cemetery, Paris<br />
Might seem strange, but this is the<br />
largest cemetery in Paris & home<br />
to the graves of famous fi gures<br />
including Oscar Wilde & Jim<br />
Morrison of The Doors.<br />
River Seine, Paris<br />
Where the city meets<br />
the sand: Europe’s<br />
urban beaches<br />
Urban beaches are Europe’s hottest new<br />
trend! We’ve put together a list of some<br />
of the best places to head to.<br />
In Amsterdam visit BadBuiten it’s an<br />
artifi cial island fl oating in the Amstel River.<br />
It has a pool, a bar, a great views & it’s free!<br />
In Prague, head to Smíchovska Plaz for<br />
656 ft of sand along the banks of the<br />
Vltava & also a pool. Bliss.<br />
In Berlin, head to the Strandbar Mitte.<br />
With views across the River Spree to the<br />
Bode Museum on Museum Island, plus live<br />
music, dance fl oors, bars & restaurants, it’s<br />
the place to go.<br />
Get your fi x on the<br />
Live Music, Amsterdam<br />
Portobello Road Market, London<br />
contiki.com/exchange, see p.24-25<br />
Catch some live classical music<br />
at the Boekmanzaal. Part of<br />
the stunning Opera House’s<br />
Muziektheater, Boekmanzaal offers<br />
free shows on Tuesday afternoons<br />
from September to May.<br />
day<br />
Museums & Galleries, London<br />
If you’re visiting London then<br />
luckily you can get a culture fi x<br />
for free at museums like the<br />
Tate Modern, National Gallery &<br />
Imperial War Museum, all free to<br />
visit most days of the year.
Dish by dish: a tasty<br />
breakdown of tapas<br />
in spain<br />
Made up of lots of little dishes to be shared,<br />
tapas is a social eating experience amongst<br />
friends. Do it local & bar hop - a drink here, a<br />
dish there - yum!<br />
Here are our tried & tested favorites to jump<br />
start your tapas experience. Aceitunas. Try a<br />
delicious mix of olives marinated in olive oil,<br />
garlic & herbs. A must is Patatas Bravas,<br />
served with mayo & a zesty chilli sauce, and<br />
the king of tapas, Gambas al Ajillo, or ‘prawns<br />
in garlic’ - delicioso!<br />
Gambas al Ajillo<br />
CHASING the sun:<br />
europe’s best sunsets<br />
Europe is home to some killer sunsets. Here are<br />
a few must see’s to add to your bucket list.<br />
From Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence you get<br />
incredible views any time of day. But, if you get<br />
there for sunset, the city really comes to life.<br />
Check out the village of Oia on Santorini (right), for<br />
the most impressive sunsets in the Greek Islands.<br />
In Paris, climb up through trendy Montmartre<br />
to the Sacre Coeur. From the steps of the<br />
basilica you get sweeping views & a stunning<br />
Parisian sunset.<br />
Free finds<br />
BYO Food, Amsterdam:<br />
At restaurant/bar Basis in Amsterdam<br />
it’s BYO food. Hang with the<br />
locals & enjoy a night out on a<br />
budget.<br />
Icebar, Stockholm<br />
A night out will<br />
never be the same<br />
There’s more to a night spot than music &<br />
lights with many European venues offering<br />
quirky additions to your standard night out.<br />
Nachttheater Sugar Factory<br />
(www.sugarfactory.nl) in Amsterdam is<br />
where performance meets partying - with<br />
monthly “vreemed” (“weird”) nights, secret<br />
surprises and guest acts.<br />
London’s Doodlebar<br />
(www.thedoodlebar.com) in Battersea is<br />
the place to get creative - you can draw on<br />
the tables, the walls, the ceiling - even on<br />
the waitress.<br />
Or if you fi nd yourself in Stockholm<br />
check out the Icebar - the world’s fi rst<br />
permanent bar made of ice (www.<br />
nordicseahotel.se/en) including<br />
everything from glasses to furniture.<br />
Jump into a provided jacket & enjoy thirty<br />
minutes of freezing fun with a drink to<br />
keep you warm.<br />
Oia, Santorini<br />
Comedy Nights, London:<br />
The Blue Posts in Piccadilly hosts<br />
‘Absolutely Free Comedy’ nights<br />
on Mondays & Thursdays.<br />
night<br />
78 | 79<br />
Get your fi x on the<br />
contiki.com/exchange,<br />
see p.24-25<br />
Film Screenings, Prague:<br />
The American Center (part of the<br />
American Embassy) in Prague has<br />
free screenings of independent<br />
fi lms & documentaries every<br />
Thursday at 6pm.
udget<br />
budget is all about stretching your travel money to the max with overnights that<br />
give you a taste of all the ways to stay in Europe. When was the last time you<br />
stayed in a French Château, a chalet or even on a traditional sail boat? No night<br />
is ever the same. Combine this with local knowledge & exceptional experiences<br />
& you’ll be served up with a taste of how to live like a true adventurer.<br />
your backstage pass<br />
includes<br />
Exclusive accomModations<br />
Whether you’re exploring the vines at our<br />
Château, gazing at the Swiss Alps from<br />
our chalet, in a hotel or a hostel it’s all<br />
about keeping it authentic & unique.<br />
• Our Special Stopovers<br />
Our Special Stopovers are all about<br />
exceptional locations, unique local<br />
experiences & an expert local team are<br />
just the start. Our facilities will impress,<br />
like WiFi, plasma TVs, pools, private<br />
nightclubs, cool places to chill & local<br />
experiences that get you closer to that<br />
local access you crave.<br />
• <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages<br />
Experience our very own cabin villages in<br />
some of Europe’s coolest campsites. Our<br />
modern cabins all have private facilities,<br />
hot showers & twin-share rooms (except<br />
Venice which is twin/triple share).<br />
See the map opposite for where to fi nd us.<br />
• Hotels & Hostels & more…<br />
We mix up it up on other nights with hotel<br />
overnights & hostel accommodations, so<br />
you get all the ways to stay in Europe.<br />
Exclusive TEAM<br />
You’ll hit the road with an expert team: Your<br />
Tour Manager & Driver. On our Budget trips<br />
you also get exclusive access to our On-site<br />
Teams at our Special Stopovers & Villages.<br />
They live there, so they’re in the know on all<br />
the best local things to see, do & experience.<br />
And they look after you from the moment<br />
you arrive to the moment you leave. Our<br />
housekeepers make sure your room is ready<br />
on arrival, while our On-site Cooks are busy<br />
in the kitchen cooking up delicious homecooked<br />
meals.<br />
Exclusive FOOD<br />
Start the day out right with breakfast<br />
each day & lots of two-course dinners.<br />
At our Special Stopovers & Villages our<br />
On-site Cooks prep delicious local meals,<br />
all sourced with fresh local ingredients.<br />
And we don’t include lunches for a reason,<br />
so you can use your ME Time to explore.<br />
So don’t sweat a few lunch inclusions<br />
that others might offer - our amazing<br />
meals are worth way more than a few<br />
generic snacks.<br />
Exclusive access<br />
Go deeper as you learn about Europe the<br />
local way. Check out our ‘Paris by Night’<br />
tour, cruise the streets of Rome on our<br />
‘Special-Access’ tour, get a fashion fi x<br />
at some of Italy’s designer outlet stores<br />
& get the insider goss on Locally Guided<br />
tours. At our Château, you’ll wine taste at<br />
a 400 year-old cuvage. Take a picnic in the<br />
French countryside & dine on Swiss fondue<br />
in Switzerland. It’s all about getting into<br />
the real Europe.<br />
Exclusive options<br />
We know freedom to explore is an<br />
important part of traveling and with our<br />
Budget tours there’s no compromise on<br />
time to explore your own way. Use your<br />
ME Time to indulge in some local tastes,<br />
head to galleries or simply kick back and<br />
take in the scene. Choose from our ME<br />
Time optionals like whitewater rafting or<br />
checking out a French cabaret show to<br />
really make the most of your time.<br />
Exclusive Inclusions<br />
You’ll see the best of all the places that<br />
we travel - the best sites are included in<br />
the cost of your tour & lots of extra special<br />
experiences too. We’ll show you all the<br />
blockbusters, but better than that we’ll also<br />
get you to the parts of Europe that only a<br />
local friend in the know can open up.<br />
We WiFi.<br />
Keeping in touch is easy with FREE<br />
WiFi at some of our Budget properties<br />
New Goodies!<br />
6 new year-round itineraries, so you<br />
can travel Budget style, no matter<br />
what the season.
ENGLAND<br />
Spai Spain<br />
Special Stopovers & Hotels<br />
with On-site teams<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Villages<br />
& On-site teams<br />
Local<br />
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PARIS S<br />
FRANCE<br />
CHAATEAU DE CRUIX C<br />
AMSTE TE ERDAM E<br />
Belgium<br />
contiki’s exclusive château de c ccru<br />
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NETHER RLANDS<br />
Germ Germany<br />
SWITZ<br />
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Corfu Beach Resort Hotel<br />
Try the ultimate way to relax at our<br />
Greek Island Beach Resort. Spend your<br />
days lazing on the beach or by the<br />
pool (your choice!) or getting into<br />
some watersports & delicious Greek<br />
tastes. Private balconies are perfect for<br />
watching the sunset & sea views, plus<br />
free WiFi in reception means<br />
uploading pics of your travels is easy.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Paris<br />
Stay close to the sights, the Metro &<br />
the city’s coolest districts near the<br />
Sacré Couer. Start the day with<br />
unlimited breakfast & free WiFi in the<br />
newly renovated rooms for a perfect<br />
Parisian experience.<br />
Our exclusive<br />
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Rome. Venice.<br />
Florence. The<br />
French Riviera.<br />
We roll out the red carpet in Rome,<br />
Venice, Florence & the French Riviera<br />
at our very own <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages. Our<br />
modern cabins all have private facilities<br />
& hot showers plus twin-share rooms<br />
(except Venice which is twin/triple<br />
share). Some even have pools, bars,<br />
pizzerias, nightclubs & food stores.<br />
So whether you’re all about relaxing<br />
by the pool, getting active or just<br />
exploring, our <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages are<br />
your perfect base.<br />
Hotels<br />
Amsterdam.<br />
Athens. Cairo<br />
& more.<br />
contiki vi v ll llag age, e, rom ome<br />
Check out the free hotel upgrades on<br />
many of our tours – relax & enjoy a<br />
little extra luxury – it’s all included!<br />
Hostels<br />
Prague. Munich.<br />
Vienna. Berlin.<br />
Barcelona &<br />
more.<br />
We’ve chosen some of the newest<br />
& best hostels in great locations,<br />
with great facilities & staff. Hang<br />
out with your friends, grab a snack<br />
or chill – it’s your choice. Restaurants,<br />
swimming pools, jacuzzis, cafés,<br />
saunas & internet cafes are just<br />
some of what’s on offer. All rooms<br />
have private facilities & are maximum<br />
quad-share.<br />
our EXCLUSIVE team<br />
Here are a few of our expert team that you might meet...<br />
Dom, Head Cook,<br />
Château de Cruix<br />
I’m a fl uent French speaker,<br />
so our French Château is<br />
ideal for keeping up my<br />
language skills! I love<br />
cooking up healthy<br />
home-cooked meals, and a<br />
kitchen with a view of a<br />
vineyard is pretty ideal. I<br />
love our family here. The<br />
locals make us all feel right<br />
at home in the middle of<br />
rural France. It’s bliss.<br />
pl plus us hos ostel l be b rlin<br />
Nick, Manager,<br />
Chalet Jungfrau<br />
I did a <strong>Contiki</strong> tour back in<br />
2010 & after a weekend at<br />
Glastonbury, I was glad I<br />
only had a one-way ticket.<br />
I love the freedom of being<br />
outdoors, so I’m at home<br />
in the Alps. It’s cheesy but<br />
I’m all about ensuring our<br />
travelers get a taste of<br />
the true Switzerland &<br />
have a relaxing &<br />
hassle-free stay.<br />
82 | 83<br />
Daniel, Manager,<br />
Corfu Beach Resort<br />
I was a pastry chef in<br />
Australia & London<br />
(serving up the likes of<br />
Kate Moss!), but after a<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> tour back in 2009,<br />
I saw the On-site Team &<br />
knew it was what I wanted<br />
to do. So I threw in baking<br />
cakes for the Greek Islands<br />
& I’ve never looked back.<br />
I literally cannot imagine<br />
life without <strong>Contiki</strong>…<br />
corfu u be beac ach h reso sort r
european horizon<br />
12 Days<br />
8 countries<br />
From US$1385pp*<br />
US$116 per day<br />
ENGLAND<br />
BELGIUM (IN TRANSIT)<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
Germany / AUSTRIA<br />
ITALY / SWITZERLAND<br />
FRANCE<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Wales<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON 1<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Special Stopover night<br />
Dover<br />
Calais<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
PARIS 2<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
1<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
BELGIUM<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
St Goar<br />
2<br />
SWISS<br />
ALPS<br />
1<br />
SWITZ<br />
Lucerne<br />
GERMANY<br />
RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
MUNICH 1<br />
Lake Como<br />
1<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
Slovenia<br />
1<br />
VENICE<br />
ITALY<br />
TYROL<br />
Poland<br />
Czech Rep<br />
Croatia<br />
Slovakia<br />
Hungary<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Explore the Tyrol on a guided bike tour<br />
M Sample delicious local wine in St. Goar<br />
SWISS ALPS<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Indulge in a traditional Swiss cheese fondue<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with<br />
Champagne & escargot<br />
• Let the good times roll at our legendary party nights<br />
Plus <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages & Special Stopovers<br />
• Austrian Gasthof - Special Stopover<br />
• Swiss Chalet - Special Stopover<br />
• Venice - <strong>Contiki</strong> Village<br />
• <strong>Contiki</strong> On-site Teams - <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages & Special Stopovers<br />
keep it<br />
affordable<br />
Grab a few friends, some<br />
cheese, a baguette &<br />
head to the Champs de<br />
Mars for a<br />
picnic in the<br />
park. Enjoy<br />
great views<br />
of the<br />
Eiffel Tower.<br />
Vane Cahuenas: I just got back from the<br />
European Horizon tour & it was amazing!!<br />
Couldn’t have asked for a better tour manager<br />
& driver, Alex & Nuno were an amazing team!! Left with<br />
memories that will last a lifetime :-)<br />
Visit contiki.com/horizon
With a blend of chilled<br />
Amsterdam, historic Germany<br />
& the action of the Alps,<br />
the European Horizon gives<br />
you a taste of everything.<br />
Throw in the floating city of<br />
Venice & the romantic vibes of<br />
Paris for good measure, it’s<br />
a guaranteed good time.<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to the Royal National<br />
Hotel, then free time to explore<br />
London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Amsterdam<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team.<br />
Ferry across the English Channel<br />
& head to the free-wheeling,<br />
vibrant city of Amsterdam via<br />
Belgium. Hotel (D)<br />
See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
•<br />
See Amsterdam’s canals &<br />
gable houses by night<br />
M Canal boat cruise & drinks<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam to Rhine<br />
Valley<br />
Check out Amsterdam’s myriad<br />
of museums, canals & cool<br />
cafés. Next, stop in the Rhine<br />
Valley with its charming wine<br />
villages & traditional German<br />
atmosphere. Hotel (B,D)<br />
• Stunning drive along the<br />
Rhine River<br />
Day 5: Rhine Valley to<br />
Munich<br />
Head south to lively Munich,<br />
festive home of the iconic<br />
Oktoberfest. Hostel (B)<br />
• Learn how beer steins are<br />
crafted<br />
See the Lorelei Rock<br />
•<br />
See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
M Bavarian beer hall dinner<br />
& entertainment<br />
Day 6: Munich to Austrian<br />
Tyrol<br />
Be ‘wowed’ by stunning Alpine<br />
scenery en route to a quaint<br />
Tyrolean village.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
•<br />
See this pretty mountain<br />
region famous for<br />
adventure sports<br />
M Whitewater rafting<br />
adventure<br />
Day 7: Austrian Tyrol to<br />
Venice<br />
Wind through the Austrian Alps<br />
via the Brenner Pass to Italy.<br />
Meander through the ‘floating<br />
city’ & find grand squares,<br />
art-filled palazzos & interesting<br />
little shops. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• Scenic drive past vineyards,<br />
orchards & castles<br />
•<br />
See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
M Gondola ride along the<br />
canals<br />
Day 8: Venice to Swiss Alps<br />
Catch a glimpse of magical<br />
Lake Como & stop for Swiss<br />
chocolate in lakeside Lucerne<br />
before reaching our incredible<br />
stopover in the Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel<br />
Bridge in Lucerne<br />
• Scenic drive through the Alps<br />
Day 9: Swiss Alps<br />
Chill in the Swiss Alps & opt in<br />
for a cog railway ride up<br />
Jungfrau Mountain.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
M Cog railway ride up Jungfrau<br />
Mountain<br />
Day 10: Swiss Alps to Paris<br />
Pass through the vineyards of<br />
Burgundy to the “City of Lights”.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 11: Paris<br />
Indulge in sophisticated<br />
Paris where you’ll find magic,<br />
romance & history among<br />
the city’s legendary icons.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
M Cabaret show & glass of<br />
champagne<br />
Day 12: Depart Paris<br />
Morning transfer to Paris CDG<br />
airport (est arr. 10:00am) or<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay. (B)<br />
AUSTRIAN TYROL<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCEH<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 11 Apr 13 Apr 22 1385<br />
Apr 18 Apr 20 Apr 29 1385<br />
Apr 22 Apr 24 May 3 1385<br />
May 3 May 5 May 14 1415<br />
May 6 May 8 May 17 1415<br />
May 14 May 16 May 25 1439<br />
May 16 May 18 May 27 1439<br />
May 21 May 23 Jun 1 1439<br />
May 25 May 27 Jun 5 1439<br />
May 31 Jun 2 Jun 11 1439<br />
Jun 2 Jun 4 Jun 13 1439<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 17 1439<br />
Jun 9 Jun 11 Jun 20 1439<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun 24 1439<br />
Jun 16 Jun 18 Jun 27 1439<br />
Jun 19 Jun 21 Jun 30 1439<br />
Jun 22 Jun 24 Jul 3 1439<br />
Jun 25 Jun 27 Jul 6 1439<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 8 1439<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Jun 29 Jul 1 Jul 10 1505<br />
Jul 2 Jul 4 Jul 13 1505<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Jul 16 1505<br />
Jul 8 Jul 10 Jul 19 1505<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 22 1505<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Jul 29 1505<br />
Jul 24 Jul 26 Aug 4 1505<br />
Jul 30 Aug 1 Aug 10 1439<br />
Aug 5 Aug 7 Aug 16 1439<br />
Aug 12 Aug 14 Aug 23 1439<br />
Aug 19 Aug 21 Aug 30 1439<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 2 1439<br />
Aug 27 Aug 29 Sep 7 1465<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 9 1465<br />
Sep 3 Sep 5 Sep 14 1465<br />
Sep 6 Sep 8 Sep 17 1465<br />
Sep 8 Sep 10 Sep 19 1465<br />
Sep 11 Sep 13 Sep 22 1465<br />
Sep 17 ● Sep 19 Sep 28 1465<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
● This tour will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Budget<br />
European<br />
Horizon<br />
12 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
10 nights accommodation:<br />
1 night in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Austrian<br />
Gasthof, 2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
Swiss Chalet, 1 night in a<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village cabin, 5 nights<br />
in hotel upgrade, 1 night in a<br />
hostel (more on p.82-83)<br />
15 meals:<br />
9 breakfasts (B)<br />
6 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$130.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
6<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
84 | 85<br />
VENICE
european<br />
highlights<br />
16 Days<br />
9 countries<br />
From US$1885pp*<br />
US$118 per day<br />
ENGLAND/ France<br />
Monaco / Italy<br />
Vatican City<br />
Austria (IN TRANSIT)<br />
Germany<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
BELGIUM (IN TRANSIT)<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Wales<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON 1<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
Dover<br />
Calais<br />
Fontainebleau<br />
Edam<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
Beaujolais Region<br />
CHATEAU<br />
DE CRUIX<br />
Spain<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Special Stopover night<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
1<br />
Avignon<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
FRANCE<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
St Goar<br />
Monaco<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Denmark<br />
Switz<br />
1<br />
Pisa<br />
RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
MUNICH 1<br />
ITALY<br />
GERMANY<br />
Dachau<br />
Tyrol<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
Vatican City<br />
1 VENICE<br />
1<br />
FLORENCE<br />
Czech Rep<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
Slovenia<br />
2 ROME<br />
Croatia<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Bosnia<br />
Poland<br />
Slovakia<br />
Hungary<br />
ME Time<br />
ME Time is all about fl exibility<br />
& the freedom to explore on<br />
your own terms. You choose<br />
how to spend your free time;<br />
relaxing, discovering, getting a little<br />
random. Or you can choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals. Make every<br />
moment count.<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
M Indulge in local food & wine at a Tuscan<br />
feast in Florence<br />
M See Amsterdam by night on a canal cruise<br />
FLORENCE<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with<br />
Champagne & escargot<br />
• Sample local wine at <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Château<br />
• Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici<br />
Palace on our locally guided walking tour<br />
• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals<br />
through cheese making Edam - plus more<br />
Plus <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages & Special Stopovers<br />
• French Château - Special Stopover<br />
• French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice - <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages<br />
• <strong>Contiki</strong> On-site Teams - <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages & Special Stopovers<br />
love it<br />
live?<br />
Check out Melkweg in<br />
Amsterdam. This former<br />
milk factory was<br />
transformed<br />
into a venue for<br />
live music,<br />
theater &<br />
cinema & is<br />
perfect for<br />
meeting locals.<br />
Andre Hayes: Just finished my European<br />
Highlights trip & all I have to say is that it was<br />
amazing & the best trip of my life!!!!!!!<br />
Visit contiki.com/highlights
Do Europe like a local on this<br />
two week journey into its<br />
highlights. Ride a bike alongside<br />
the canals in the ‘Dam, wine<br />
taste in the Rhine Valley &<br />
the heart of the Beaujolais,<br />
sunbake in the French Riviera<br />
& rub shoulders with the<br />
locals like a true Parisian.<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London<br />
Check-in to the Royal National<br />
Hotel, then free time to explore<br />
London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Paris<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team. Ferry across the English<br />
Channel to France. Journey<br />
past World War I battlefields &<br />
into the glittering “City of<br />
Lights.” Hotel (D)<br />
See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
•<br />
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 4: Paris<br />
Indulge in sophisticated Paris<br />
where you’ll find magic,<br />
romance & history amongst the<br />
city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B)<br />
M Cabaret show & glass of<br />
champagne<br />
Day 5: Paris to Beaujolais<br />
Wine Region<br />
Travel through Burgundy’s<br />
wine country & the Beaujolais<br />
vineyards to <strong>Contiki</strong>’s very own<br />
16th century Château.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See Château Fontainebleau<br />
• See Chablis, Burgundy &<br />
Beaujolais vineyards<br />
Day 6: Beaujolais Wine<br />
Region to French Riviera<br />
Stop in Provence’s graceful city,<br />
Avignon, before arriving in the<br />
glamorous French Riviera.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Papal Palace in<br />
Avignon<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• Scenic drive along the Côte<br />
d’Azur<br />
Day 7: French Riviera<br />
Do as the locals do - stroll<br />
through outdoor markets, shop<br />
the upscale boutiques &<br />
sunbathe on the beach. Later,<br />
rub shoulders with the rich &<br />
famous in Monaco & Monte<br />
Carlo! <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Royal Palace in<br />
Monaco<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
Day 8: French Riviera to<br />
Florence<br />
Stop & check out Pisa’s famous<br />
architectural wonder before<br />
arriving in Renaissance<br />
Florence. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />
Day 9: Florence to Rome<br />
A local guide gives you the<br />
inside track on striking buildings<br />
& sacred art in one of Italy’s<br />
most atmospheric cities & then<br />
it’s on the road to Rome.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />
della Signoria in Florence<br />
• Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
• See Piazza Venezia, Trevi<br />
Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza<br />
Navona, Colosseum &<br />
Roman Forum in Rome<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 10: Rome<br />
Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the<br />
“Eternal City” & explore this<br />
living museum of history. Later,<br />
there’s a chance to delve into<br />
history with a tour of the Vatican<br />
Museums including the Sistine<br />
Chapel. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 11: Rome to Venice<br />
Criss-cross the Apennine<br />
Mountains past the city of<br />
Bologna & on to enchanting<br />
Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
M Gondola ride along the canals<br />
CHâTEAU DE CRUIX<br />
Day 12: Venice to Munich<br />
Today we wind through the<br />
Austrian Alps via the Brenner<br />
Pass to lively Munich, festive<br />
home of iconic Oktoberfest.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
• Scenic drive past vineyards,<br />
orchards & castles<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
M Dinner & show at a<br />
traditional Bavarian<br />
beer hall<br />
Day 13: Munich to Rhine<br />
Valley<br />
Stop at the sobering Dachau<br />
concentration camp memorial<br />
before following the river<br />
through the vineyards of<br />
the Rhine Valley. Hotel (B,D)<br />
• Visit Dachau concentration<br />
camp memorial<br />
• See the Lorelei Rock<br />
• Learn how beer steins<br />
are crafted<br />
M Wine tasting in an historic<br />
cellar<br />
Day 14: Rhine Valley to<br />
Amsterdam<br />
Next it’s in to the Netherlands<br />
& on to the free-wheeling,<br />
vibrant city of Amsterdam.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
• See the city’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
Day 15: Amsterdam<br />
Check out Amsterdam’s<br />
myriad of museums, trendy<br />
cafés & notoriously fun<br />
nightclubs. Hotel (B)<br />
M Paddle bike along the canals<br />
Day 16: Depart Amsterdam<br />
Morning transfer to Schiphol<br />
Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay. (B)<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCPE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 1 Apr 3 Apr 16 1885<br />
Apr 8 Apr 10 Apr 23 1885<br />
Apr 15 Apr 17 Apr 30 1885<br />
Apr 22 Apr 24 May 7 1885<br />
Apr 26 Apr 28 May 11 1885<br />
Apr 29 May 1 May 14 1919<br />
May 2 May 4 May 17 1919<br />
May 6 May 8 May 21 1919<br />
May 8 May 10 May 23 1919<br />
May 13 May 15 May 28 1955<br />
May 16 May 18 May 31 1955<br />
May 20 May 22 Jun 4 1955<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 7 1955<br />
May 25 May 27 Jun 9 1955<br />
May 27 May 29 Jun 11 1955<br />
May 30 Jun 1 Jun 14 1955<br />
Jun 1 Jun 3 Jun 16 1955<br />
Jun 3 Jun 5 Jun 18 1955<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 21 1955<br />
Jun 10 Jun 12 Jun 25 1955<br />
Jun 12 Jun 14 Jun 27 1955<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun 28 1955<br />
Jun 14 Jun 16 Jun 29 1955<br />
Jun 17 Jun 19 Jul 2 1955<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 5 1955<br />
Jun 24 Jun 26 Jul 9 1955<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 12 1955<br />
Jun 28 Jun 30 Jul 13 1955<br />
Jul 1 Jul 3 Jul 16 2045<br />
venice<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
RHINE VALLEY<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 2 Jul 4 Jul 17 2045<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Jul 20 2045<br />
Jul 8 Jul 10 Jul 23 2045<br />
Jul 10 Jul 12 Jul 25 2045<br />
Jul 12 Jul 14 Jul 27 2045<br />
Jul 15 Jul 17 Jul 30 2045<br />
Jul 20 Jul 22 Aug 4 2045<br />
Jul 22 Jul 24 Aug 6 2045<br />
Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 9 2045<br />
Jul 26 Jul 28 Aug 10 2045<br />
Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 11 2045<br />
Jul 29 Jul 31 Aug 13 2045<br />
Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 16 1955<br />
Aug 5 Aug 7 Aug 20 1955<br />
Aug 7 Aug 9 Aug 22 1955<br />
Aug 9 Aug 11 Aug 24 1955<br />
Aug 13 Aug 15 Aug 28 1955<br />
Aug 19 Aug 21 Sep 3 1955<br />
Aug 26 Aug 28 Sep 10 1955<br />
Aug 30 Sep 1 Sep 14 1995<br />
Sep 2 Sep 4 Sep 17 1995<br />
Sep 7 Sep 9 Sep 22 1995<br />
Sep 8 Sep 10 Sep 23 1995<br />
Sep 9 Sep 11 Sep 24 1995<br />
Sep 11 ● Sep 13 Sep 26 1995<br />
Sep 13 ● Sep 15 Sep 28 1995<br />
Sep 16 ● Sep 18 Oct 1 1995<br />
Sep 18 ● Sep 20 Oct 3 1995<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm<br />
in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Budget<br />
European<br />
Highlights<br />
16 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
14 nights accommodation:<br />
1 night in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s French<br />
Château, 6 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village cabins, 6 nights in hotel<br />
upgrade, 1 night in a hostel<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
20 meals:<br />
13 breakfasts (B)<br />
7 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$170.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
11<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
86 | 87
Visit contiki.com/whirl<br />
european whirl<br />
20 Days<br />
10 countries<br />
From US$2355pp*<br />
US$118 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Locally guided bike tour<br />
through Edam<br />
• Special access Rome<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• Discover the Statue of<br />
David, Ponte Vecchio<br />
& Medici Palace on our<br />
guided walking tour<br />
• ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing<br />
tour - plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
18 nights accommodation:<br />
1 night in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Austrian<br />
Gasthof, 2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
Swiss Chalet, 5 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village cabins, 5 nights in hotel<br />
upgrade, 5 nights in hostels<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
26 meals:<br />
17 breakfasts (B), 9 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/whirl<br />
10<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
switzerland<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCEW<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 3 Apr 5 Apr 22 2355<br />
Apr 12 Apr 14 May 1 2355<br />
Apr 18 Apr 20 May 7 2355<br />
Apr 26 Apr 28 May 15 2355<br />
May 1 May 3 May 20 2405<br />
May 5 May 7 May 24 2405<br />
May 11 May 13 May 30 2405<br />
May 17 May 19 Jun 5 2449<br />
May 19 May 21 Jun 7 2449<br />
May 24 May 26 Jun 12 2449<br />
May 28 May 30 Jun 16 2449<br />
May 31 Jun 2 Jun 19 2449<br />
Jun 7 Jun 9 Jun 26 2449<br />
Jun 10 Jun 12 Jun 29 2449<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jul 2 2449<br />
Jun 14 Jun 16 Jul 3 2449<br />
Jun 16 Jun 18 Jul 5 2449<br />
Jun 18 Jun 20 Jul 7 2449<br />
Jun 21 Jun 23 Jul 10 2449<br />
Jun 26 Jun 28 Jul 15 2449<br />
Jun 29 Jul 1 Jul 18 2565<br />
Jul 2 Jul 4 Jul 21 2565<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Jul 24 2565<br />
Jul 7 Jul 9 Jul 26 2565<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 9 Jul 11 Jul 28 2565<br />
Jul 12 Jul 14 Jul 31 2565<br />
Jul 16 Jul 18 Aug 4 2565<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Aug 6 2565<br />
Jul 19 Jul 21 Aug 7 2565<br />
Jul 22 Jul 24 Aug 10 2565<br />
Jul 26 Jul 28 Aug 14 2565<br />
Jul 29 Jul 31 Aug 17 2565<br />
Jul 31 Aug 2 Aug 19 2449<br />
Aug 3 Aug 5 Aug 22 2449<br />
Aug 6 Aug 8 Aug 25 2449<br />
Aug 10 Aug 12 Aug 29 2449<br />
Aug 12 Aug 14 Aug 31 2449<br />
Aug 17 Aug 19 Sep 5 2449<br />
Aug 20 Aug 22 Sep 8 2449<br />
Aug 23 Aug 25 Sep 11 2449<br />
Aug 27 Aug 29 Sep 15 2495<br />
Aug 30 Sep 1 Sep 18 2495<br />
Sep 3 Sep 5 Sep 22 2495<br />
Sep 7 Sep 9 Sep 26 2495<br />
Sep 11 Sep 13 Sep 30 2495<br />
Sep 14 ● Sep 16 Oct 3 2495<br />
Sep 15 ● Sep 17 Oct 4 2495<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$215. See p.27 for details.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/Arrive<br />
London. Check-in to the Royal<br />
National Hotel, then free time to<br />
explore London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Amsterdam.<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team<br />
before heading to the vibrant city of<br />
Amsterdam via Belgium. Hotel (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
• See Amsterdam’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam. Check out<br />
museums, trendy cafés & nightclubs.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Day 5: Amsterdam to Berlin.<br />
Get ready for Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this<br />
city’s bar & club scene. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 6: Berlin. You’ll find historical<br />
significance in everything from the<br />
streets to the grand monuments.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
• See the Tiergarten,<br />
Alexanderplatz, Russian War<br />
Memorial, Brandenburg Gate &<br />
historic Reichstag building<br />
• Take in commemorative artwork<br />
& the remains of the Berlin Wall<br />
• See the site of Checkpoint Charlie<br />
M Locally guided walking tour<br />
Day 7: Berlin to Prague. Bite into<br />
some local fare, like bratwurst, in<br />
Dresden on your way south to<br />
Prague. Hostel (B)<br />
• Visit Dresden, destroyed in World<br />
War II & known as the ‘Florence<br />
of the North’<br />
•<br />
•<br />
See the rebuilt Baroque<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON 1<br />
architecture of the Royal<br />
Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera<br />
House & Frauenkirche in Dresden<br />
See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral<br />
of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge &<br />
Wenceslas Square in Prague<br />
Day 8: Prague. Discover Gothic<br />
architecture, bargain-priced beer &<br />
Bohemian crystal beads. Hostel (B)<br />
• Visit the Old Town Square & see<br />
the Astronomical Clock<br />
Day 9: Prague to Munich. Back to<br />
Germany & into Munich, the festive<br />
Calais<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
Dover<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
•<br />
home of Oktoberfest. Hostel (B)<br />
See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
M Dinner & show at a<br />
traditional Bavarian beer hall<br />
Day 10: Munich to Austrian<br />
Tyrol. Be ‘wowed’ by stunning<br />
Alpine scenery en route to a<br />
quaint Tyrolean village.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See this pretty mountain<br />
region famous for<br />
adventure sports<br />
Day 11: Austrian Tyrol to<br />
Venice. Plunge in for an<br />
exhilarating optional whitewater<br />
rafting adventure. Then wind<br />
through the Austrian Alps via<br />
the Brenner Pass to fairytale<br />
Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• Scenic drive past vineyards,<br />
orchards & castles<br />
M Whitewater rafting adventure<br />
Day 12: Venice. Meander<br />
through tight alleyways & canals<br />
of Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
•<br />
See Venice’s iconic canals &<br />
gondolas<br />
M Gondola ride along the<br />
canals<br />
Day 13: Venice to Rome.<br />
Leave Venice & criss-cross the<br />
Apennine Mountains on the<br />
way to Rome. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
•<br />
Edam<br />
2 PARIS<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
Spain<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
SWISS<br />
ALPS<br />
See the Colosseum, the<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
Roman Forum, Piazza<br />
Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />
Pantheon & Piazza Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 14: Rome. Explore the<br />
“Eternal City”. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 15: Rome to Florence.<br />
Pass through Umbria’s rolling<br />
hills to Renaissance Florence.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
2<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
SWITZ<br />
GERMANY<br />
MUNICH 1<br />
Lake Como<br />
1<br />
FLORENCE<br />
Vatican City<br />
Dresden<br />
1<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
Slovenia<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
ITALY<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
2 BERLIN<br />
2 PRAGUE<br />
CZECH REP<br />
TYROL<br />
2 ROME<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
2 VENICE Croatia<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Tower, the Baptistry &<br />
Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
Day 16: Florence to Swiss<br />
Alps. Catch a glimpse of<br />
magical Lake Como & stop for<br />
Swiss chocolate in lakeside<br />
Lucerne before heading further<br />
into the Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel<br />
Bridge in Lucerne<br />
Day 17: Swiss Alps. Chill for a<br />
day in the Swiss Alps & opt for a<br />
cog railway ride.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 18: Swiss Alps to Paris.<br />
Pass through the lush vineyards<br />
of Burgundy to the glittering<br />
“City of Lights.” Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 19: Paris. Indulge in<br />
sophisticated Paris. Hotel (B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
M Parisian cabaret show &<br />
glass of champagne<br />
Day 20: Depart Paris.<br />
Morning transfer to Paris CDG<br />
airport (est arr. 10:00am) or<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay (B).
Visit contiki.com/experience<br />
european experience<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
ENGLAND<br />
Edam<br />
22 Days<br />
11 countries<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London. Check-in to the<br />
Royal National Hotel, then free<br />
time to explore London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Paris. Meet<br />
up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team before<br />
heading to Paris. Hotel (D)<br />
See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
•<br />
From US$2555pp*<br />
US$117 per day<br />
venice<br />
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 4: Paris. Indulge in<br />
sophisticated Paris. Hotel (B)<br />
M Parisian cabaret show &<br />
glass of champagne<br />
Day 5: Paris to Beaujolais<br />
Wine Region. Travel through<br />
wine country to <strong>Contiki</strong>’s 16th<br />
century Château.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See Château Fontainebleau<br />
• See Burgundy & Beaujolais<br />
vineyards<br />
Day 6: Beaujolais Wine<br />
Region.<br />
Relax at the <strong>Contiki</strong> Château.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover<br />
(B,PL,D)<br />
Day 7: Beaujolais Wine<br />
Region to French Riviera.<br />
Travel through France’s rustic<br />
Provence region to the French<br />
Riviera. Tonight, rub shoulders<br />
with the rich & famous in<br />
Monaco! <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• Scenic drive along the Côte<br />
d’Azur<br />
• Visit Monaco & see the<br />
Royal Palace<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
Day 8: French Riviera to<br />
Florence. Stop & check out<br />
Pisa’s famous tower before<br />
arriving in Florence. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village (B,D)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of<br />
Pisa<br />
Day 9: Florence. A local guide<br />
gives you the inside track on<br />
the city. Later on, enjoy<br />
exploring at your own pace.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della<br />
Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft demo<br />
M Entrance to one of the largest<br />
nightclubs in Florence<br />
Day 10: Florence to Rome. Pass<br />
through Umbria’s rolling hills on the<br />
way to Rome. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Colosseum, the Roman<br />
Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi<br />
Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza<br />
Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican<br />
City<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 11: Rome. Explore the “Eternal<br />
City”. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 12: Rome to Venice. Visit a<br />
designer outlet mall in Barberino en<br />
route to Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 13: Venice. Meander through<br />
alleyways & canals of Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />
• See Venice’s iconic canals &<br />
gondolas<br />
M Guided walking tour<br />
Day 14: Venice to Austrian Tyrol.<br />
Wind through the Austrian Alps to a<br />
quaint Tyrolean village.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
•<br />
Scenic drive past vineyards,<br />
orchards & castles<br />
M Whitewater rafting adventure<br />
Day 15: Austrian Tyrol. Choose<br />
your own adventure, including<br />
tandem paragliding, hiking &<br />
mountain biking!<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See this pretty mountain region<br />
famous for adventure sports<br />
Day 16: Austrian Tyrol to Munich.<br />
Stop at sobering Dachau before<br />
reaching Munich. Hostel (B)<br />
• Visit Dachau concentration camp<br />
memorial<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
Day 17: Munich to Swiss Alps.<br />
Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside<br />
Lucerne before reaching our<br />
incredible <strong>Contiki</strong> stopover in the<br />
Swiss Alps.<br />
•<br />
Wales<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
LONDON 1<br />
Dover<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
Fontainebleau<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Visit Liechtenstein’s capital,<br />
Vaduz<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel<br />
Bridge in Lucerne<br />
• Scenic drive through the Alps<br />
Day 18: Swiss Alps. Chill in<br />
the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog<br />
railway ride.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
M Cog railway ride up Jungfrau<br />
Mountain<br />
Day 19: Swiss Alps to Rhine<br />
Valley. Move on to the Rhine<br />
Valley with its charming wine<br />
villages. Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See Heidelberg’s medieval<br />
castle<br />
• See the Lorelei Rock<br />
• Learn how beer steins are<br />
crafted<br />
M Wine tasting in an historic<br />
cellar<br />
Day 20: Rhine Valley to<br />
Amsterdam. Next it’s on to<br />
free-wheeling, Amsterdam.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
• See the city’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
Day 21: Amsterdam. Check<br />
out Amsterdam’s museums,<br />
trendy cafés & nightclubs.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Day 22: Depart Amsterdam.<br />
Morning transfer to Schiphol<br />
Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay. (B)<br />
Calais<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
Beaujolais Region<br />
CHATEAU<br />
DE CRUIX<br />
2<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
FRANCE<br />
SWISS<br />
ALPS<br />
1<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
St Goar<br />
SWITZ Liechtenstein<br />
Lucerne<br />
2<br />
Monaco<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
1<br />
RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
Heidelberg<br />
Pisa<br />
GERMANY<br />
Dachau<br />
Brenner Pass<br />
Slovenia<br />
VENICE<br />
2<br />
1 MUNICH<br />
Barberino<br />
(Designer outlet mall)<br />
2<br />
FLORENCE<br />
Vatican City<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCMX<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Mar 29 Mar 31 Apr 19 2555<br />
Apr 3 Apr 5 Apr 24 2555<br />
Apr 13 Apr 15 May 4 2555<br />
Apr 20 Apr 22 May 11 2555<br />
Apr 27 Apr 29 May 18 2555<br />
May 1 May 3 May 22 2609<br />
May 7 May 9 May 28 2609<br />
May 11 May 13 Jun 1 2609<br />
May 18 May 20 Jun 8 2659<br />
May 21 May 23 Jun 11 2659<br />
May 27 May 29 Jun 17 2659<br />
May 29 May 31 Jun 19 2659<br />
Jun 4 Jun 6 Jun 25 2659<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 27 2659<br />
Jun 8 Jun 10 Jun 29 2659<br />
Jun 10 Jun 12 Jul 1 2659<br />
Jun 12 Jun 14 Jul 3 2659<br />
Jun 15 Jun 17 Jul 6 2659<br />
Jun 18 Jun 20 Jul 9 2659<br />
Jun 22 Jun 24 Jul 13 2659<br />
Jun 24 Jun 26 Jul 15 2659<br />
Jun 26 Jun 28 Jul 17 2659<br />
Jun 29 Jul 1 Jul 20 2785<br />
Czech Rep<br />
2 TYROL<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
2 ROME<br />
ITALY<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
Croatia<br />
ADRIATIC<br />
SEA<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 1 Jul 3 Jul 22 2785<br />
Jul 3 Jul 5 Jul 24 2785<br />
Jul 6 Jul 8 Jul 27 2785<br />
Jul 10 Jul 12 Jul 31 2785<br />
Jul 13 Jul 15 Aug 3 2785<br />
Jul 16 Jul 18 Aug 6 2785<br />
Jul 19 Jul 21 Aug 9 2785<br />
Jul 24 Jul 26 Aug 14 2785<br />
Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 17 2785<br />
Jul 30 Aug 1 Aug 20 2659<br />
Aug 3 Aug 5 Aug 24 2659<br />
Aug 10 Aug 12 Aug 31 2659<br />
Aug 13 Aug 15 Sep 3 2659<br />
Aug 17 Aug 19 Sep 7 2659<br />
Aug 21 Aug 23 Sep 11 2659<br />
Aug 24 Aug 26 Sep 14 2659<br />
Aug 28 Aug 30 Sep 18 2709<br />
Aug 31 Sep 2 Sep 21 2709<br />
Sep 5 Sep 7 Sep 26 2709<br />
Sep 7 ● Sep 9 Sep 28 2709<br />
Sep 11 ● Sep 13 Oct 2 2709<br />
Sep 14 ● Sep 16 Oct 5 2709<br />
Sep 16 ● Sep 18 Oct 7 2709<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm<br />
in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$230. See p.27 for details.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
88 | 89<br />
Budget<br />
European<br />
Experience<br />
22 days<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour with<br />
Champagne & escargot<br />
• Enjoy amazing vistas,<br />
baguettes & brie on our<br />
French countryside picnic<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• Discover the Statue of<br />
David, Ponte Vecchio<br />
& Medici Palace on our<br />
locally guided walking tour<br />
• Locally guided bike tour<br />
past windmills, dijks &<br />
canals through cheese<br />
making Edam<br />
- plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
20 nights accommodation:<br />
2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s French<br />
Château, 2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights<br />
in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Swiss Chalet,<br />
7 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong> Village<br />
cabins, 6 nights in hotel<br />
upgrade, 1 night in a hostel<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
33 meals:<br />
19 breakfasts (B)<br />
1 picnic lunch (PL)<br />
13 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/experience<br />
11<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited
Visit contiki.com/escapade<br />
european escapade<br />
27 Days<br />
12 countries<br />
From US$3195pp*<br />
US$119 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• French countryside picnic<br />
• Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• A moving experience at<br />
the Dachau memorial<br />
• Locally guided bike tour<br />
through cheese making<br />
Edam - plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
25 nights accommodation:<br />
2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s French<br />
Château, 2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights<br />
in <strong>Contiki</strong> Village cabins, 6<br />
nights in hotel upgrade, 5 nights<br />
in hostels (more on p.82-83)<br />
41 meals: 24 breakfasts (B), 1<br />
picnic lunch (PL), 16 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/escapade<br />
15<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
BARCELONA<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCBE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Mar 26 Mar 28 Apr 21 3195<br />
Apr 6 Apr 8 May 2 3195<br />
Apr 16 Apr 18 May 12 3195<br />
Apr 18 Apr 20 May 14 3195<br />
Apr 24 Apr 26 May 20 3195<br />
Apr 30 May 2 May 26 3259<br />
May 6 May 8 Jun 1 3259<br />
May 12 May 14 Jun 7 3259<br />
May 14 May 16 Jun 9 3325<br />
May 18 May 20 Jun 13 3325<br />
May 20 May 22 Jun 15 3325<br />
May 24 May 26 Jun 19 3325<br />
May 28 May 30 Jun 23 3325<br />
May 30 Jun 1 Jun 25 3325<br />
Jun 5 Jun 7 Jul 1 3325<br />
Jun 7 Jun 9 Jul 3 3325<br />
Jun 9 Jun 11 Jul 5 3325<br />
Jun 11 Jun 13 Jul 7 3325<br />
Jun 15 Jun 17 Jul 11 3325<br />
Jun 17 Jun 19 Jul 13 3325<br />
Jun 23 Jun 25 Jul 19 3325<br />
Jun 25 Jun 27 Jul 21 3325<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 23 3325<br />
Jun 29 Jul 1 Jul 25 3479<br />
Jul 1 Jul 3 Jul 27 3479<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Jul 31 3479<br />
Jul 8 Jul 10 Aug 3 3479<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Aug 6 3479<br />
Jul 13 Jul 15 Aug 8 3479<br />
Jul 17 Jul 19 Aug 12 3479<br />
Jul 23 Jul 25 Aug 18 3479<br />
Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 20 3479<br />
Jul 29 Jul 31 Aug 24 3479<br />
Aug 4 Aug 6 Aug 30 3325<br />
Aug 10 Aug 12 Sep 5 3325<br />
Aug 16 Aug 18 Sep 11 3325<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 17 3325<br />
Aug 24 Aug 26 Sep 19 3325<br />
Aug 28 Aug 30 Sep 23 3389<br />
Sep 3 ● Sep 5 Sep 29 3389<br />
Sep 6 ● Sep 8 Oct 2 3389<br />
Sep 9 ● Sep 11 Oct 5 3389<br />
Sep 12 ● Sep 14 Oct 8 3389<br />
Sep 14 ● Sep 16 Oct 10 3389<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm<br />
in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$285. See p.27 for details.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/Arrive<br />
London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Paris. Hotel (D)<br />
See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
•<br />
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame<br />
Cathedral<br />
Day 4: Paris. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 5: Paris to Beaujolais Wine<br />
Region.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See Château Fontainebleau<br />
• See Burgundy & Beaujolais<br />
vineyards<br />
Day 6: Beaujolais Wine Region.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,PL,D)<br />
Day 7: Beaujolais Wine Region<br />
to Barcelona. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 8: Barcelona. Hostel (B)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the<br />
1992 Olympic Games complex<br />
•<br />
Walk through the Gothic Quarter<br />
& La Rambla district<br />
M Flamenco dance show<br />
Wales<br />
Day 9: Barcelona to French<br />
Riviera. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• Visit the historic city of Arles<br />
• Scenic drive along the Côte<br />
d’Azur<br />
Day 10: French Riviera.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
Day 11: French Riviera to<br />
Florence. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />
Day 12: Florence. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa<br />
Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the<br />
Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft demo<br />
M Nightclub entry<br />
Day 13: Florence to Rome.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Colosseum, the Roman<br />
Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi<br />
Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza<br />
Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON 1<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
Calais<br />
Pyrenees<br />
Mountains<br />
Day 14: Rome.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 15: Rome to Venice.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 16: Venice.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
• See Venice’s iconic canals &<br />
gondolas<br />
M Gondola ride along the canals<br />
Day 17: Venice to Vienna.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
•<br />
Day 18: Vienna. Hostel (B)<br />
See Schönbrunn Palace, St.<br />
Stephen’s Cathedral & the<br />
State Opera House<br />
• Scenic drive along the<br />
historic Ring Road<br />
M Schnaps museum visit<br />
& tasting<br />
Day 19: Vienna to Munich.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
M Bavarian beer hall dinner<br />
& entertainment<br />
Day 20: Munich to<br />
Austrian Tyrol.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Visit the Dachau memorial<br />
•<br />
Dover<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
Fontainebleau<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
CHATEAU<br />
DE CRUIX<br />
SPAIN<br />
2<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
Edam<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
GERMANY<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
1 RHINE<br />
BELGIUM St Goar VALLEY<br />
Arles<br />
Czech Rep<br />
Heidelberg<br />
Dachau MUNICH<br />
1<br />
Slovakia<br />
2 VIENNA<br />
Liechtenstein 2<br />
SWITZ<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
TYROL<br />
SWISS 2 Lucerne<br />
Dolomite<br />
ALPS<br />
Mountains<br />
Slovenia<br />
ITALY<br />
2 VENICE<br />
Hungary<br />
Croatia<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
2 BARCELONA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Barberino<br />
(Designer outlet mall)<br />
Pisa 2<br />
Monaco FLORENCE<br />
2 ROME<br />
Vatican City<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
M Bobsled ride<br />
Day 21: Austrian Tyrol.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 22: Austrian Tyrol to<br />
Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• Visit Liechtenstein’s<br />
capital, Vaduz<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel<br />
Bridge in Lucerne<br />
• Scenic drive through the Alps<br />
Day 23: Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
M Cog railway ride to the top<br />
of Jungfrau Mountain<br />
Day 24: Swiss Alps to Rhine<br />
Valley. Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See Heidelberg’s<br />
medieval castle<br />
• See the Lorelei Rock<br />
• Learn how beer steins<br />
are crafted<br />
Day 25: Rhine Valley to<br />
Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
•<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
See the city’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Day 26: Amsterdam. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 27: Depart<br />
Amsterdam. (B)<br />
Poland<br />
Bosnia
Visit contiki.com/spirit<br />
european spirit<br />
23 Days<br />
11 countries<br />
From US$2799pp*<br />
US$122 per day<br />
PARIS<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Paris. Hotel (D)<br />
Day 3: Paris. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 4: Paris to Amsterdam.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 5: Amsterdam. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 6: Amsterdam to Berlin.<br />
Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 7: Berlin. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 8: Berlin to Prague.<br />
Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Prague. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 10: Prague to Vienna.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
Day 11: Vienna. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 12: Vienna to Zagreb.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/Arrive<br />
London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Paris.<br />
Hotel (D)<br />
Day 4: Paris. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 5: Paris to Beaujolais<br />
Wine Region.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 6: Beaujolais Wine<br />
Region.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,PL,D)<br />
Day 7: Beaujolais Wine<br />
Region to French Riviera.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 8: French Riviera. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village (B,D)<br />
Day 9: French Riviera to<br />
2 PARIS<br />
FRANCE<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
Edam<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Visit contiki.com/contrasts<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
GERMANY<br />
Day 13: Zagreb to Dubrovnik.<br />
Hostel (B,D)<br />
Days 14-15: Dubrovnik.<br />
Hostel (B)(B,D)<br />
Day 16: Dubrovnik to Zadar.<br />
Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 17: Zadar to Ljubljana.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
Day 18: Ljubljana to Venice.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 19: Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village<br />
(B,D)<br />
Day 20: Venice to Florence.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
Day 21: Florence to Rome.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
Day 22: Rome. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 23: Depart Rome. (B)<br />
european contrasts<br />
+ corfu resort<br />
31 Days<br />
13 countries<br />
From US$3869pp*<br />
US$125 per day<br />
CHâTEAU DE CRUIX<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON 1<br />
Dover<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
FRANCE<br />
Calais<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
CHATEAU<br />
DE CRUIX<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Florence. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 10: Florence. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
Day 11: Florence to Rome. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village (B)<br />
Day 12: Rome. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 13: Rome to Corfu. Adriatic<br />
Ferry (B)<br />
Days 14-16: Corfu.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)(B)(B,D)<br />
Day 17: Corfu to Italy.<br />
Adriatic Ferry (B)<br />
Day 18: Arrival Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village (B)<br />
Day 19: Venice to Vienna. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 20: Vienna. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 21: Vienna to Prague. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 22: Prague. Hostel (B)<br />
2<br />
2 BERLIN<br />
Dresden<br />
Slovakia<br />
2 VIENNA<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
Switz<br />
Hungary<br />
VENICE 2<br />
SLOVENIA<br />
1 LJUBLJANA<br />
1 ZAGREB<br />
CROATIA<br />
ITALY<br />
ZADAR 1<br />
Serbia<br />
Pisa 1 FLORENCE<br />
BOSNIA<br />
Split 3 DUBROVNIK<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
2 ROME<br />
Vatican City<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
GERMANY<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
1 RHINE<br />
BELGIUM<br />
VALLEY<br />
2<br />
SWISS<br />
ALPS<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
SWITZ<br />
Pisa<br />
2 PRAGUE<br />
CZECH REP<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Poland<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/spirit<br />
Slovakia<br />
2 MUNICH<br />
2 VIENNA<br />
1 AUSTRIA<br />
TYROL<br />
Hungary<br />
VENICE 1<br />
2 FLORENCE<br />
ITALY<br />
2 ROME<br />
Vatican City<br />
2 PRAGUE<br />
Slovenia<br />
CZECH REP<br />
Croatia<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Bosnia<br />
Brindisi<br />
GREECE<br />
3 CORFU<br />
Day 23: Prague to Munich.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
Day 24: Munich. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 25: Munich to Austrian<br />
Tyrol.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 26: Austrian Tyrol to<br />
Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 27: Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 28: Swiss Alps to Rhine<br />
Valley. Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 29: Rhine Valley to<br />
Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 30: Amsterdam. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 31: Depart Amsterdam. (B)<br />
1<br />
Montenegro<br />
1<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCSP<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Paris Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 2 May 3 May 24 2799<br />
May 8 May 9 May 30 2799<br />
May 22 May 23 Jun 13 2855<br />
Jun 11 Jun 12 Jul 3 2855<br />
Jun 19 Jun 20 Jul 11 2855<br />
Jun 26 Jun 27 Jul 18 2855<br />
Jul 3 Jul 4 Jul 25 2995<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 5:00pm in Paris & ends 8:00am in Rome.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
$<br />
$<br />
SAVE<br />
How much & when<br />
SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Paris Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 16 Jul 17 Aug 7 2995<br />
Jul 23 Jul 24 Aug 14 2995<br />
Aug 6 Aug 7 Aug 28 2855<br />
Aug 13 Aug 14 Sep 4 2855<br />
Aug 24 Aug 25 Sep 15 2855<br />
Sep 4 Sep 5 Sep 26 2915<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$259. See p.27 for details.<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCSER<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 3 Apr 5 May 3 3869<br />
Apr 16 Apr 18 May 16 3869<br />
Apr 24 Apr 26 May 24 3869<br />
Apr 30 May 2 May 30 3949<br />
May 4 May 6 Jun 3 3949<br />
May 8 May 10 Jun 7 3949<br />
May 19 May 21 Jun 18 4029<br />
May 22 May 24 Jun 21 4029<br />
May 24 May 26 Jun 23 4029<br />
Jun 2 Jun 4 Jul 2 4029<br />
Jun 5 Jun 7 Jul 5 4029<br />
Jun 14 Jun 16 Jul 14 4029<br />
Jun 17 Jun 19 Jul 17 4029<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 20 4029<br />
Jul 3 Jul 5 Aug 2 4189<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Aug 4 4189<br />
Jul 7 Jul 9 Aug 6 4189<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 9 Jul 11 Aug 8 4189<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Aug 10 4189<br />
Jul 17 Jul 19 Aug 16 4189<br />
Jul 23 Jul 25 Aug 22 4189<br />
Jul 29 Jul 31 Aug 28 4189<br />
Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 31 4029<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Sep 7 4029<br />
Aug 14 Aug 16 Sep 13 4029<br />
Aug 16 Aug 18 Sep 15 4029<br />
Aug 20 Aug 22 Sep 19 4029<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 21 4029<br />
Aug 26 Aug 28 Sep 25 4029<br />
Aug 29 ● Aug 31 Sep 28 4085<br />
Sep 3 ● Sep 5 Oct 3 4085<br />
Sep 5 ● Sep 7 Oct 5 4085<br />
Sep 9 ● Sep 11 Oct 9 4085<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in & ends approx. 10:00am at<br />
Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$350. See p.27 for details.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
21 nights accommodation:<br />
5 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong> Village<br />
cabins, 6 nights in hotel<br />
upgrade, 10 nights in hostels<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
31 meals:<br />
21 breakfasts (B)<br />
10 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
13<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Budget<br />
European<br />
Contrasts<br />
31 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
90 | 91<br />
Budget<br />
European<br />
Spirit<br />
23 days<br />
26 nights accommodation<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
44 meals: 28 breakfasts (B),<br />
1 picnic lunch (PL), 15 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />
with power outlets for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all major<br />
cities plus orientations in all<br />
other destinations<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/contrasts<br />
17<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited
Visit contiki.com/london-athens<br />
LONDON TO ATHENS<br />
23 Days<br />
7 countries<br />
From US$3065pp*<br />
US$134 per day<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• Discover Florence on our<br />
locally guided walking tour<br />
• Go Greek at our legendary<br />
toga party in Corfu<br />
• Guided tour of Athens &<br />
the Acropolis - plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
20 nights accommodation:<br />
2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s French<br />
Château, 3 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Corfu<br />
hotel, 8 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong> Village<br />
cabins, 5 nights in hotel upgrade,<br />
2 nights in a hostel, +1 night on<br />
board a ferry (more on p.82-83)<br />
34 meals:<br />
20 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic<br />
lunch (PL), 13 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities or orientations<br />
in all destinations<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/london-athens<br />
13<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCLG<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 19 Apr 21 May 11 3065<br />
Apr 28 Apr 30 May 20 3065<br />
May 1 May 3 May 23 3129<br />
May 3 May 5 May 25 3129<br />
May 8 May 10 May 30 3129<br />
May 14 May 16 Jun 5 3195<br />
May 17 May 19 Jun 8 3195<br />
May 22 May 24 Jun 13 3195<br />
May 27 May 29 Jun 18 3195<br />
May 31 Jun 2 Jun 22 3195<br />
Jun 3 Jun 5 Jun 25 3195<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 28 3195<br />
Jun 9 Jun 11 Jul 1 3195<br />
Jun 14 Jun 16 Jul 6 3195<br />
Jun 18 Jun 20 Jul 10 3195<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 12 3195<br />
Jun 23 Jun 25 Jul 15 3195<br />
Jun 25 Jun 27 Jul 17 3195<br />
$ SAVE<br />
paris<br />
athens<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jun 28 Jun 30 Jul 20 3195<br />
Jul 2 Jul 4 Jul 24 3345<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Jul 27 3345<br />
Jul 12 Jul 14 Aug 3 3345<br />
Jul 17 Jul 19 Aug 8 3345<br />
Jul 20 Jul 22 Aug 11 3345<br />
Jul 22 Jul 24 Aug 13 3345<br />
Jul 26 Jul 28 Aug 17 3345<br />
Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 23 3195<br />
Aug 4 Aug 6 Aug 26 3195<br />
Aug 9 Aug 11 Aug 31 3195<br />
Aug 14 Aug 16 Sep 5 3195<br />
Aug 18 Aug 20 Sep 9 3195<br />
Aug 23 Aug 25 Sep 14 3195<br />
Aug 25 Aug 27 Sep 16 3195<br />
Aug 30 Sep 1 Sep 21 3255<br />
Sep 3 Sep 5 Sep 25 3255<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am London & ends approx. 12:30pm<br />
in Athens.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$280. See p.27 for details.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Paris<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team &<br />
ferry across the English Channel to<br />
France. Journey past World War I<br />
battlefields & into the glittering “City<br />
of Lights.” Hotel (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Days 4-5: Paris<br />
Indulge in this sophisticated city<br />
& find magic, romance & history<br />
amongst the legendary icons.<br />
Day trip to the illustrious Palace<br />
of Versailles & opt in for a cabaret<br />
show & dinner. Hotel (B,D)(B)<br />
• See the Palace of Versailles<br />
(entrance not included)<br />
M Cabaret show & glass of<br />
champagne<br />
Day 6: Paris to Beaujolais Wine<br />
Region<br />
Stop at Fontainebleau before<br />
winding through Burgundy’s wine<br />
country to reach <strong>Contiki</strong>’s very own<br />
16th century Château nestled in the<br />
Beaujolais vineyards.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See 12th century Château<br />
Fontainbleau<br />
• See Chablis, Burgundy &<br />
Beaujolais vineyards<br />
Day 7: Beaujolais Wine Region<br />
Relax at the <strong>Contiki</strong> Château &<br />
immerse yourself in the French<br />
countryside on a scenic walk & picnic.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,PL,D)<br />
French picnic lunch<br />
•<br />
Day 8: Beaujolais Wine Region<br />
to Barcelona<br />
Head to southern France, through<br />
the majestic Pyrénées Mountains,<br />
on to the Mediterranean city of<br />
Barcelona. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Barcelona<br />
See why this sexy city sizzles on a<br />
sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta,<br />
fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the<br />
passion at an optional flamenco<br />
show! Hostel (B)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família &<br />
the 1992 Olympic Games<br />
complex<br />
•<br />
LONDON 1<br />
Dover<br />
1<br />
1<br />
ENGLAND<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
SPAIN<br />
Walk the Gothic Quarter & La<br />
Rambla district<br />
M Flamenco dance show<br />
Calais<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
3 PARIS<br />
Versailles<br />
Fontainebleau<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE Beaujolais Region<br />
CHATEAU<br />
DE CRUIX<br />
Pyrenees<br />
Mountains<br />
BARCELONA 2<br />
2<br />
Belgium<br />
Arles<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Special Stopover night<br />
Serravalle<br />
(Designer<br />
outlet mall)<br />
Monaco<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Switz<br />
Germany<br />
Pisa<br />
VENICE<br />
2<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
2 FLORENCE<br />
ITALY<br />
Austria<br />
Slovenia<br />
2 ROME<br />
Mt. Vesuvius<br />
Vatican City<br />
Pompeii<br />
Day 10: Barcelona to French<br />
Riviera<br />
Travel through the rustic region<br />
of Provence to Arles, once home<br />
to Vincent van Gogh. Then<br />
onward to the glamorous French<br />
Riviera. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• Visit the historic city of Arles<br />
• Scenic drive along the<br />
Côte d’Azur<br />
Day 11: French Riviera<br />
Do as the locals do - stroll through<br />
outdoor markets, shop the<br />
upscale boutiques & sunbathe on<br />
the beach. Later, rub shoulders<br />
with the rich & famous in<br />
Monaco! <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• See the Royal Palace in<br />
Monaco<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
Day 12: French Riviera to<br />
Venice<br />
Grab yourself some bargains<br />
this morning – there’s your<br />
chance to shop ‘til you drop for<br />
designer threads at an outlet<br />
mall in Serravalle en route to<br />
Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 13: Venice<br />
Meander through the ‘floating<br />
city’s’ alleyways & canals to<br />
find grand squares, art-filled<br />
palazzos, little shops, bars &<br />
markets. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
• See Venice’s iconic canals<br />
M Gondola ride along the canals<br />
Day 14: Venice to Florence<br />
Travel through the Apennine<br />
Mountains to Pisa & check out<br />
its architectural wonder before<br />
rolling through the Tuscan<br />
hillsides to Renaissance<br />
Florence. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower<br />
of Pisa<br />
Day 15: Florence<br />
A local guide gives you the<br />
inside track on striking buildings<br />
& sacred art in one of Italy’s<br />
most atmospheric cities. Later<br />
on, enjoy exploring at your own<br />
pace. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry &<br />
Piazza della Signoria<br />
Croatia<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Bosnia<br />
Brindisi<br />
Albania<br />
1<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Serbia<br />
Montenegro<br />
Macedonia<br />
GREECE<br />
3 CORFU<br />
Corinth<br />
Canal<br />
1<br />
ATHENS<br />
• Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
Day 16: Florence to Rome<br />
Pass through rural Umbria’s<br />
pretty rolling hills & terraced<br />
vineyards on the road to<br />
Rome. Later, there’s a chance<br />
to delve into history with a tour<br />
of the Vatican Museums<br />
including the Sistine Chapel.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Colosseum,<br />
the Roman Forum,<br />
Piazza Venezia, Trevi<br />
Fountain, Pantheon &<br />
Piazza Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 17: Rome<br />
Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of<br />
the “Eternal City” & explore<br />
this living museum. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village (B,D)<br />
Day 18: Rome to Corfu<br />
Pass Naples, catch a view<br />
of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for<br />
a tour of Pompeii’s ancient<br />
ruins. Then cross southern<br />
Italy & board the overnight<br />
ferry to Greece. Adriatic<br />
Ferry (B)<br />
M Guided tour of Pompeii<br />
Days 19-21: Corfu<br />
Kick back & relax, get into the<br />
water sports, shop & soak up<br />
the sun in this Greek island<br />
paradise.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover<br />
(B,D)(B)(B,D)<br />
M Water sports including<br />
parasailing & waterskiing<br />
Day 22: Corfu to Athens<br />
Leave the island & travel across<br />
the impressive Corinth Canal<br />
en route to the mythological<br />
city of Athens. Hotel (B)<br />
M Dinner in the famous<br />
Plaka area<br />
Day 23: Athens<br />
After visiting the ancient sites,<br />
it’s time to say farewell to your<br />
new friends. (B)<br />
• Visit the Acropolis &<br />
Parthenon with a<br />
local guide<br />
• See the first modern<br />
Olympic Stadium
Visit contiki.com/london-athens-greek<br />
london to athens<br />
+ greek island adventurer<br />
31 Days<br />
7 countries<br />
From US$4169pp*<br />
US$135 per day<br />
more time?<br />
Spend more time exploring the<br />
Greek Islands by adding a Greek<br />
Island Adventurer tour to your<br />
London to Athens tour.<br />
For a full itinerary, sightseeing &<br />
ME Time optionals for days<br />
24-31, see p.95 & contiki.com.<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
Days 1-23: USA to Athens<br />
Refer to London to Athens<br />
on p.92. In the afternoon of<br />
day 23, you will be transferred<br />
to meet your fellow travelers<br />
on our Greek Island Adventurer<br />
tour.<br />
• Visit the famous Plaka<br />
area<br />
18 Days<br />
6 countries<br />
It’s no problem if time is a little<br />
tight, you can choose to finish<br />
early & end your tour in Rome<br />
visiting 6 countries in 18 days.<br />
Itinerary &<br />
sightseeing<br />
Days 1-17: USA to Rome<br />
See p.92 London to Athens<br />
for map, itinerary, sightseeing<br />
& ME Time optionals<br />
Day 18: Rome<br />
Say your farewells & swap<br />
addresses as your tour ends<br />
after breakfast. (B)<br />
GREECE<br />
Visit contiki.com/london-rome<br />
Day 24: Athens to Mykonos<br />
Hop on board a ferry in the morning<br />
& head to the popular Aegean<br />
paradise of Mykonos. Guesthouse (B)<br />
Day 25: Mykonos<br />
Hang out on this island famous for<br />
its golden beaches, cosmopolitan<br />
atmosphere & party culture.<br />
Guesthouse<br />
• Visit Mykonos town<br />
M Afternoon at Paradise Beach<br />
Day 26: Mykonos to Paros<br />
Cruise to the ultra chilled island of<br />
Paros. Guesthouse<br />
wine tasting<br />
2 ATHENS<br />
london to rome<br />
From US$2375pp*<br />
US$132 per day<br />
STUCK FOR time?<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
SANTORINI 2<br />
MYKONOS<br />
2<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
2 PAROS<br />
2 Nightstops<br />
Day 27: Paros<br />
Spend the day relaxing on<br />
island time. Guesthouse<br />
• Visit Naoussa<br />
Day 28: Paros to Santorini<br />
Sail to the quintessential Greek<br />
island, Santorini. Guesthouse<br />
• Visit the main town, Fira<br />
Day 29: Santorini<br />
Enjoy a free day. Guesthouse<br />
• Visit Perissa Beach<br />
M Visit Oia at sunset<br />
Day 30: Santorini to Athens<br />
Set sail back to the mythological<br />
city of Athens. Hotel<br />
Day 31: End Athens<br />
The tour ends after check out.<br />
Please note: Day 31 has been<br />
designed to allow you to finish the<br />
tour without needing an extra nights<br />
accommodation.<br />
rome<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: LTAI<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 19 Apr 21 May 19 4169<br />
Apr 28 Apr 30 May 28 4169<br />
May 3 May 5 Jun 2 4265<br />
May 17 May 19 Jun 16 4355<br />
May 27 C May 29 Jun 25 4325<br />
May 31 Jun 2 Jun 30 4355<br />
Jun 3 C Jun 5 Jul 2 4325<br />
Jun 6 B Jun 8 Jul 7 4385<br />
Jun 9 Jun 11 Jul 9 4355<br />
Jun 14 Jun 16 Jul 14 4355<br />
Jun 20 B Jun 22 Jul 21 4385<br />
Jun 23 Jun 25 Jul 23 4355<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris<br />
& ends approx. 8:00am in Athens.<br />
B - These departures stay one more night in Athens<br />
code: LTAIB<br />
C - These departures stay one less night in Athens<br />
code: LTAIC<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCLR<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
Apr 19 Apr 21 May 6 2375<br />
Apr 28 Apr 30 May 15 2375<br />
May 1 May 3 May 18 2425<br />
May 3 May 5 May 20 2425<br />
May 8 May 10 May 25 2425<br />
May 14 May 16 May 31 2469<br />
May 17 May 19 Jun 3 2469<br />
May 22 May 24 Jun 8 2469<br />
May 27 May 29 Jun 13 2469<br />
May 31 Jun 2 Jun 17 2469<br />
Jun 3 Jun 5 Jun 20 2469<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 23 2469<br />
Jun 9 Jun 11 Jun 26 2469<br />
Jun 14 Jun 16 Jul 1 2469<br />
Jun 18 Jun 20 Jul 5 2469<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 7 2469<br />
Jun 23 Jun 25 Jul 10 2469<br />
Jun 25 Jun 27 Jul 12 2469<br />
Jun 28 Jun 30 Jul 28 4355<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Aug 4 4575<br />
Jul 12 Jul 14 Aug 11 4575<br />
Jul 20 C Jul 22 Aug 18 4545<br />
Jul 22 C Jul 24 Aug 20 4545<br />
Jul 26 Jul 28 Aug 25 4575<br />
Aug 1 B Aug 3 Sep 1 4385<br />
Aug 4 Aug 6 Sep 3 4355<br />
Aug 9 Aug 11 Sep 8 4355<br />
Aug 18 Aug 20 Sep 17 4355<br />
Aug 23 Aug 25 Sep 22 4355<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jun 28 Jun 30 Jul 15 2469<br />
Jul 2 Jul 4 Jul 19 2585<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Jul 22 2585<br />
Jul 12 Jul 14 Jul 29 2585<br />
Jul 17 Jul 19 Aug 3 2585<br />
Jul 20 Jul 22 Aug 6 2585<br />
Jul 22 Jul 24 Aug 8 2585<br />
Jul 26 Jul 28 Aug 12 2585<br />
Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 18 2469<br />
Aug 4 Aug 6 Aug 21 2469<br />
Aug 9 Aug 11 Aug 26 2469<br />
Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 31 2469<br />
Aug 18 Aug 20 Sep 4 2469<br />
Aug 23 Aug 25 Sep 9 2469<br />
Aug 25 Aug 27 Sep 11 2469<br />
Aug 30 Sep 1 Sep 16 2515<br />
Sep 3 Sep 5 Sep 20 2515<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in London & ends approx. 7:30am<br />
in Rome.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
BUDGET<br />
London to Athens<br />
+ Greek Islands<br />
31 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
28 nights accommodation:<br />
2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s French<br />
Château, 3 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
Corfu hotel, 8 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village cabins, 7 nights in hotel<br />
upgrade, 2 nights in a hostel, 6<br />
nights quad-share guesthouse<br />
accommodation, +1 night on<br />
board a ferry (more on p.82-83)<br />
35 meals:<br />
21 breakfasts (B)<br />
1 picnic lunch (PL)<br />
13 dinners (D)<br />
For all other inclusions<br />
see p.92<br />
$<br />
13<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
BUDGET<br />
London<br />
to Rome<br />
18 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
92 | 93<br />
16 nights accommodation:<br />
2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s French<br />
Château, 8 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Village cabins, 4 nights in hotel<br />
upgrade, 2 nights in a hostel<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
27 meals:<br />
15 breakfasts (B)<br />
1 picnic lunch (PL)<br />
11 dinners (D)<br />
For all other inclusions<br />
see p.92<br />
$<br />
SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$400.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$210.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
10<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited
Visit contiki.com/ultimate-greece<br />
Ultimate european + Greek Island option<br />
47 Days<br />
17 countries<br />
From US$6185pp*<br />
US$132 per day<br />
FRANCE<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• Italian fashion experience<br />
• Discover Florence on our<br />
locally guided walking tour<br />
• Locally guided tour of<br />
Athens & the Acropolis<br />
• Toga party in Corfu<br />
• See Wooden Horse of Troy<br />
• Pay tribute to heroes at<br />
Gallipoli & ANZAC Cove<br />
• Discover Istanbul with our<br />
local guide - plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
44 nights accommodation<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
69 meals: 44 breakfasts (B), 1<br />
picnic lunch (PL), 24 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Local ferry transfers - Athens<br />
to Ios, Ios to Santorini,<br />
Santorini to Athens<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/ultimate-greece<br />
21<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
anzac day<br />
march 26 th departure<br />
We overnight at the Dawn Service<br />
site the evening of April 24/25th.<br />
Join the National Services at Lone<br />
Pine & Chunuk Bair.<br />
CORFU<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CUEG<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Mar 26 Mar 28 May 11 6185<br />
Apr 8 Apr 10 May 24 6185<br />
Apr 12 Apr 14 May 28 6185<br />
Apr 26 Apr 28 Jun 11 6185<br />
May 3 May 5 Jun 18 6349<br />
May 10 May 12 Jun 25 6349<br />
May 13 May 15 Jun 28 6485<br />
May 24 May 26 Jul 9 6485<br />
Jun 7 Jun 9 Jul 23 6485<br />
Jun 21 Jun 23 Aug 6 6485<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Jun 28 Jun 30 Aug 13 6485<br />
Jul 5 Jul 7 Aug 20 6805<br />
Jul 19 Jul 21 Sep 3 6805<br />
Jul 30 Aug 1 Sep 14 6485<br />
Aug 2 Aug 4 Sep 17 6485<br />
Aug 7 Aug 9 Sep 22 6485<br />
Aug 11 Aug 13 Sep 26 6485<br />
Aug 16 Aug 18 Oct 1 6485<br />
Aug 19 Aug 21 Oct 4 6485<br />
Aug 23 Aug 25 Oct 8 6485<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm<br />
in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$580. See p.27 for details.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
ENGLAND<br />
LONDON 1<br />
Dover<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
Calais<br />
Edam<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
GERMANY<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
1 RHINE<br />
BELGIUM St Goar VALLEY<br />
Poland<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
Heidelberg<br />
Czech Rep<br />
3 PARIS<br />
MUNICH VIENNA<br />
Slovakia<br />
Versailles<br />
Fontainebleau<br />
1 1<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
CHATEAU 2<br />
DE CRUIX<br />
2 AUSTRIA<br />
SWITZ<br />
2 BUDAPEST<br />
Liechtenstein<br />
TYROL<br />
SWISS<br />
Lucerne<br />
HUNGARY<br />
ALPS 2<br />
Dolomite<br />
Mountains<br />
Slovenia<br />
Croatia<br />
Serravalle<br />
2 VENICE<br />
Romania<br />
(Designer<br />
outlet mall)<br />
Pisa<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
2 FLORENCE<br />
Bosnia<br />
1 BELGRADE<br />
Arles<br />
2<br />
Monaco<br />
ITALY<br />
SERBIA<br />
BULGARIA<br />
Pyrenees<br />
FRENCH<br />
Mountains<br />
RIVIERA<br />
SPAIN<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
2<br />
BARCELONA<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
2 ROME<br />
Vatican City Mt. Vesuvius<br />
Pompeii<br />
Montenegro 1<br />
SOFIA<br />
Macedonia KAVALA<br />
1<br />
Brindisi<br />
Albania<br />
BLACK SEA<br />
ISTANBUL<br />
3<br />
Gallipoli<br />
1 CANAKKALE<br />
1 2 GREECE<br />
Troy<br />
CORFU<br />
TURKEY<br />
1<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
Corinth<br />
Canal<br />
Thermopylae<br />
2 ATHENS<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/Arrive<br />
London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Paris. Hotel (D)<br />
See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
•<br />
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame<br />
Cathedral<br />
Days 4-5: Paris. Hotel (B,D)(B)<br />
•<br />
See the Palace of Versailles<br />
(entrance not included)<br />
Day 6: Paris to Beaujolais Wine<br />
Region.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See 12th century Château<br />
Fontainebleau<br />
•<br />
See Chablis, Burgundy &<br />
Beaujolais vineyards<br />
Day 7: Beaujolais Wine Region.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,PL,D)<br />
Day 8: Beaujolais Wine Region<br />
to Barcelona. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Barcelona. Hostel (B)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família &<br />
the 1992 Olympic Games complex<br />
•<br />
Walk the Gothic Quarter & La<br />
Rambla district<br />
Day 10: Barcelona to French<br />
Riviera. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• Visit the historic city of Arles<br />
• Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur<br />
Day 11: French Riviera.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />
• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
Day 12: French Riviera to<br />
Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 13: Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />
• See Venice’s canals & gondolas<br />
Day 14: Venice to Florence.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />
Day 15: Florence. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa<br />
Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the<br />
Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft demo<br />
Day 16: Florence to Rome.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
•<br />
1<br />
See the Colosseum, the Roman<br />
Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi<br />
Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza<br />
Navona<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Special Stopover night<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 17: Rome. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village<br />
(B,D)<br />
Day 18: Rome to Corfu.<br />
Adriatic Ferry (B)<br />
Days 19-20: Corfu.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
(B)<br />
Day 21: Corfu to Athens.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 22: Athens to Ios.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
• Visit the Acropolis &<br />
Parthenon with a local guide<br />
• See the first modern Olympic<br />
Stadium<br />
Days 23-24: Ios. Hotel (B)(B)<br />
• Visit Ios town<br />
Day 25: Ios to Santorini.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
Days 26-27: Santorini. Hotel<br />
(B)(B)<br />
• Visit the main town of Fira<br />
Day 28: Santorini to Athens.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
Day 29: Athens to Kavala.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
•<br />
Drive past Spartan<br />
Thermopylae & Byzantine<br />
Thessaloniki<br />
Day 30: Kavala to<br />
Canakkale. Hotel (B,D)<br />
•<br />
Visit Troy’s Wooden Horse<br />
with a local guide<br />
Day 31: Canakkale to<br />
Istanbul. Hotel (B)<br />
• Journey along the Sea of<br />
Marmara<br />
• Visit Lone Pine Cemetery<br />
• See ANZAC Cove<br />
Days 32-33: Istanbul. Hotel<br />
(B,D)(B)<br />
•<br />
See the Blue Mosque & Grand<br />
Bazaar with a local guide<br />
Day 34: Istanbul to Sofi a.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
•<br />
See the Alexander Nevsky<br />
Cathedral<br />
Day 35: Sofi a to Belgrade.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
•<br />
See Kalemegdan Fortress &<br />
the historic old town<br />
Day 36: Belgrade to<br />
Budapest. Hotel (B)<br />
•<br />
3 IOS<br />
3 SANTORINI<br />
Day 37: Budapest. Hotel (B)<br />
Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the<br />
Royal Palace, the Church of<br />
St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge<br />
& Fisherman’s Bastion<br />
Day 38: Budapest to Vienna.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
• See Schönbrunn Palace, St.<br />
Stephen’s Cathedral & the<br />
State Opera House<br />
• Scenic drive along the historic<br />
Ring Road<br />
Day 39: Vienna to Austrian<br />
Tyrol.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 40: Austrian Tyrol.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• See this mountain region<br />
famous for adventure sports<br />
Day 41: Austrian Tyrol<br />
to Munich. Hostel (B)<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
Day 42: Munich to Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
• Visit Liechtenstein’s capital,<br />
Vaduz<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel<br />
Bridge in Lucerne<br />
• Scenic drive through the Alps<br />
Day 43: Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 44: Swiss Alps to Rhine<br />
Valley. Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See Heidelberg’s medieval<br />
castle<br />
• See the Lorelei Rock<br />
• Learn how beer steins are<br />
crafted<br />
Day 45: Rhine Valley to<br />
Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D)<br />
• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
• See the city’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
Day 46: Amsterdam. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 47: Depart Amsterdam.<br />
(B)<br />
egypt option<br />
days 22-28<br />
We also have an Egypt<br />
option. See contiki.com/<br />
ultimate-egypt.
easypace<br />
Visit contiki.com/adventurer<br />
european adventurer<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Paris. Hotel (D)<br />
Days 4-5: Paris. Hotel (B,D)(B)<br />
Day 6: Paris to Beaujolais<br />
Wine Region.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 7: Beaujolais Wine Region.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,PL,D)<br />
Day 8: Beaujolais Wine Region<br />
to Barcelona. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Barcelona. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 10: Barcelona to French<br />
Riviera. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 11: French Riviera.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 12: French Riviera to<br />
Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 13: Venice. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village<br />
(B,D)<br />
Day 14: Venice to Florence.<br />
10 Days<br />
3 islands<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Athens<br />
Check-in to your hotel & tonight<br />
meet your Tour Manager &<br />
fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers. Hotel<br />
Day 3: Athens to Mykonos<br />
Hop on board a ferry in the<br />
morning & head to the popular<br />
Aegean paradise of Mykonos.<br />
Guesthouse (B)<br />
M Local Greek feast<br />
Day 4: Mykonos<br />
Hang out on this island famous<br />
for its golden beaches,<br />
cosmopolitan atmosphere &<br />
party culture. Guesthouse<br />
Visit Mykonos town<br />
•<br />
Wales<br />
39 Days<br />
18 countries<br />
From US$5069pp*<br />
US$130 per day<br />
tyrol, austria<br />
LONDON 1<br />
Dover<br />
SPAIN<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 15: Florence. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
Day 16: Florence to Rome.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B)<br />
Day 17: Rome. <strong>Contiki</strong> Village (B,D)<br />
Day 18: Rome to Athens.<br />
Adriatic Ferry (B)<br />
Day 19: To Athens. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 20: Athens to Mykonos.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Days 21-22: Mykonos.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B)(B)<br />
Day 23: Mykonos to Preveza.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 24: Preveza to Durres. Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 25: Durres to Dubrovnik.<br />
Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 26: Dubrovnik. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 27: Dubrovnik to Zadar.<br />
Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 28: Zadar to Ljubljana. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 5: Mykonos to Paros<br />
Cruise through the Cyclades Islands<br />
to the ultra chilled island of Paros,<br />
with its traditional Greek vibes &<br />
cute fishing villages. Guesthouse<br />
Day 6: Paros<br />
Spend the day relaxing on island<br />
time. There’s the option of a Caique<br />
cruise of the nearby islands &<br />
beaches. Guesthouse<br />
Day 7: Paros to Santorini<br />
Sail to Santorini, world-famous for<br />
simple blue & white buildings,<br />
sunsets & breathtaking natural<br />
scenery. Guesthouse<br />
• Visit Naoussa<br />
Afternoon trip to Fira<br />
•<br />
ENGLAND<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
Pyrenees<br />
Mountains<br />
BARCELONA 2<br />
Calais<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
FRANCE<br />
3 PARIS<br />
CHATEAU<br />
DE CRUIX<br />
2<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
GERMANY<br />
1 RHINE<br />
VALLEY<br />
MUNICH<br />
1<br />
VIENNA<br />
2<br />
Slovakia<br />
2 AUSTRIA<br />
SWITZ<br />
TYROL<br />
Hungary<br />
SWISS 2<br />
ALPS<br />
SLOVENIA<br />
1 LJUBLJANA<br />
2 VENICE CROATIA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Visit contiki.com/greek-adventurer<br />
BOSNIA<br />
2 FLORENCE 1 ZADAR<br />
ITALY<br />
Czech Rep<br />
2 DUBROVNIK<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
ROME<br />
MONTENEGRO<br />
2<br />
Vatican City<br />
Macedonia<br />
1 DURRES<br />
Bari<br />
ALBANIA<br />
1<br />
IONIAN SEA<br />
Poland<br />
Serbia<br />
GREECE<br />
PREVEZA<br />
1<br />
1 ATHENS<br />
Patras Corinth<br />
Canal 3<br />
MYKONOS<br />
Day 29: Ljubljana to Vienna.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
Day 30: Vienna. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 31: Vienna to Austrian<br />
Tyrol.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 32: Austrian Tyrol.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 33: Austrian Tyrol to<br />
Munich. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 34: Munich to Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 35: Swiss Alps.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Special Stopover (B,D)<br />
Day 36: Swiss Alps to Rhine<br />
Valley. Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 37: Rhine Valley to<br />
Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 38: Amsterdam. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 39: Depart Amsterdam. (B)<br />
greek island adventurer<br />
From US$1225pp*<br />
US$123 per day<br />
SANTORINI<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Special Stopover night<br />
GREECE<br />
athens<br />
2<br />
AEGEAN SEA<br />
santorini 2<br />
1<br />
2 mykonos<br />
2 paros<br />
Nightstops<br />
Day 8: Santorini<br />
Chill your way today, maybe<br />
ride a donkey or take a cable car<br />
up to cliff-top Fira. Guesthouse<br />
• Visit Perissa Beach<br />
M Visit Oia at sunset<br />
Day 9: Santorini to Athens<br />
Set sail back to mainland<br />
Greece & the mythological<br />
city of Athens. Hotel<br />
Day 10: End Athens<br />
The tour ends after check out &<br />
it’s time to say farewell.<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 10 have<br />
been designed to allow you to start<br />
& finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCPB<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Apr 14 Apr 16 May 22 5069<br />
Apr 24 Apr 26 Jun 1 5069<br />
May 5 May 7 Jun 12 5175<br />
May 8 May 10 Jun 15 5175<br />
May 15 May 17 Jun 22 5279<br />
May 19 May 21 Jun 26 5279<br />
May 22 May 24 Jun 29 5279<br />
Jun 2 Jun 4 Jul 10 5279<br />
Jun 5 Jun 7 Jul 13 5279<br />
Jun 12 Jun 14 Jul 20 5279<br />
$<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
How much & when<br />
$<br />
SAVE<br />
SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm<br />
in London.<br />
● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCGD<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Athens Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 10 May 11 May 19 1225<br />
May 19 May 20 May 28 1225<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 2 1225<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 9 1225<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 16 1225<br />
Jun 16 Jun 17 Jun 25 1269<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 30 1269<br />
Jun 23 Jun 24 Jul 2 1269<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 7 1269<br />
Jun 30 Jul 1 Jul 9 1325<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 14 1325<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 21 1325<br />
Jun 19 Jun 21 Jul 27 5279<br />
Jun 26 Jun 28 Aug 3 5279<br />
Jul 14 Jul 16 Aug 21 5489<br />
Jul 17 Jul 19 Aug 24 5489<br />
Aug 4 Aug 6 Sep 11 5279<br />
Aug 15 Aug 17 Sep 22 5279<br />
Aug 21 ● Aug 23 Sep 28 5279<br />
Aug 29 ● Aug 31 Oct 6 5385<br />
Sep 1 ● Sep 3 Oct 9 5385<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$455. See p.27 for details.<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Athens Athens pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 14 Jul 15 Jul 23 1325<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 28 1325<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 4 1325<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 11 1275<br />
Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 18 1275<br />
Aug 11 Aug 12 Aug 20 1275<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 25 1275<br />
Aug 23 Aug 24 Sep 1 1275<br />
Aug 25 Aug 26 Sep 3 1275<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 8 1255<br />
Sep 8 Sep 9 Sep 17 1255<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 22 1255<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.<br />
Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
in Athens.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$130. See p.27 for details.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
36 nights accommodation<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
59 meals: 36 breakfasts (B), 1<br />
picnic lunch (PL), 22 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s exclusive on-site<br />
teams at <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages &<br />
Special Stopovers<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
Budget<br />
Greek Island<br />
Adventurer<br />
10 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
94 | 95<br />
Budget<br />
European<br />
Adventurer<br />
39 days<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/adventurer<br />
20<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
8 nights accomodation:<br />
6 nights quad-share<br />
guesthouse accommodation,<br />
2 nights in hotel upgrade<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
1 meal:<br />
1 continental breakfast (B)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
Ferry crossings (tourist<br />
class on all journeys) &<br />
coach transfers<br />
Guesthouse & hotel tips,<br />
local taxes & service charges<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/greek-adventurer<br />
1<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
easypace
Visit contiki.com/eurotrail<br />
european trail<br />
25 Days<br />
14 countries<br />
From US$2815pp*<br />
US$113 per day<br />
amsterdam<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Locally guided bike tour<br />
through Edam<br />
• Locally guided tour of<br />
Auschwitz Concentration<br />
Camp memorial<br />
• Private boat through the<br />
canals & islands of Venice<br />
• Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Discover Florence on our<br />
locally guided walking tour<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
23 nights accommodation:<br />
17 nights in hostels, 6 nights in<br />
hotel upgrade (more on p.82-83)<br />
32 meals:<br />
22 breakfasts (B), 10 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/eurotrail<br />
17<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCEL<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
May 16 May 18 Jun 9 3169<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 16 3169<br />
May 30 Jun 1 Jun 23 3169<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 30 3169<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jul 7 3169<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 14 3169<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 21 3169<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 28 3319<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Aug 4 3319<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWEL w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 17 Oct 19 Nov 10 2909<br />
Oct 24 Oct 26 Nov 17 2909<br />
Oct 31 Nov 2 Nov 24 2875<br />
Nov 14 Nov 16 Dec 8 2875<br />
Nov 28 Nov 30 Dec 22 2875<br />
Dec 5 Dec 7 Dec 29 2875<br />
Dec 12 Dec 14 Jan 5 2875<br />
Dec 19 Dec 21 Jan 12 2945<br />
Dec 26 Dec 28 Jan 19 2945<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Aug 11 3319<br />
Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 18 3319<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Sep 1 3319<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 15 3235<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 22 3235<br />
Sep 5 Sep 7 Sep 29 3235<br />
Sep 12 Sep 14 Oct 6 3235<br />
Sep 19 Sep 21 Oct 13 3235<br />
Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 27 3235<br />
2014<br />
Jan 2 Jan 4 Jan 26 2945<br />
Jan 9 Jan 11 Feb 2 2945<br />
Jan 23 Jan 25 Feb 16 2815<br />
Feb 6 Feb 8 Mar 2 2815<br />
Feb 20 Feb 22 Mar 16 2815<br />
Feb 27 Mar 1 Mar 23 2815<br />
Mar 13 Mar 15 Apr 6 2855<br />
Mar 20 Mar 22 Apr 13 2855<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on quad-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am (7:30am in Winter) in London<br />
& ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG airport or<br />
6:30pm in London.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$280. See p.27 for details.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Amsterdam.<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team this<br />
morning then ferry across the<br />
English Channel & head to<br />
Amsterdam via Belgium. Hotel (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
• See Amsterdam’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam. Peddle past<br />
windmills in cute Edam. Later check<br />
out the Dam’s cafés & nightlife.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
•<br />
ENGLAND<br />
London 1<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Calais<br />
Dover<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
FRANCE<br />
Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Edam<br />
Day 5: Amsterdam to Berlin. Get<br />
ready for a dose of über-cool in<br />
Berlin. Hostel (B,D)<br />
M Eye Spy tour in Berlin<br />
Day 6: Berlin. Experience the old &<br />
new in historical Berlin. Hostel (B)<br />
• See the Tiergarten,<br />
Alexanderplatz, Russian War<br />
Memorial, Brandenburg Gate &<br />
historic Reichstag building<br />
• Take in the artwork & the<br />
remains of the Berlin Wall & site<br />
of Checkpoint Charlie<br />
Day 7: Berlin to Prague. Stop in<br />
Dresden on your way to medieval<br />
Prague. Hostel (B,D)<br />
• Visit Dresden, destroyed in World<br />
War II<br />
• See the rebuilt Baroque<br />
architecture of the Royal<br />
Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera<br />
House & Frauenkirche in Dresden<br />
Day 8: Prague. Explore the city’s<br />
cobbled streets & discover Gothic<br />
architecture, bridges & bargain-priced<br />
beer. Hostel (B)<br />
• See Hradčany Castle, the<br />
Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles<br />
Bridge & Wenceslas Sq., Old<br />
Town Sq. & Astronomical Clock<br />
Day 9: Prague to Vienna. Head<br />
south to Austria’s cultured capital,<br />
Vienna. Hostel (B)<br />
M Mozart & Strauss concert<br />
2<br />
BELGIUM<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Special Stopover night<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
GERMANY<br />
SWITZ<br />
2 swiss<br />
alps<br />
Pisa<br />
Dolomite<br />
Mountains<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
Vatican City<br />
Dresden<br />
PRAGUE 2<br />
VENICE 1<br />
Day 10: Vienna. You’ll love<br />
exploring Vienna’s music, lively<br />
cafés, parks, architecture &<br />
delicious coffee. Hostel (B)<br />
• See Schönbrunn Palace,<br />
the Hapsburg Palaces,<br />
St. Stephen’s Cathedral &<br />
the State Opera House<br />
• Scenic drive along the<br />
historic Ring Road<br />
M Schnaps museum visit<br />
& tasting<br />
Day 11: Vienna to Krakow.<br />
Back through the Czech Republic<br />
to Poland & Auschwitz. Then it’s<br />
on to Krakow. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 12: Krakow. Explore the<br />
buzzing markets & cafés of this<br />
city’s unspoiled medieval Old<br />
Town. Hostel (B)<br />
• Sightseeing of the cathedral<br />
& Royal Castle on Wawel Hill<br />
M Guided tour of the amazing<br />
salt mines<br />
Day 13: Krakow to Budapest.<br />
Head south through Slovakia &<br />
Banska Bystrica before it’s into<br />
Hungary & the “Paris of the<br />
East.” Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 14: Budapest. Experience<br />
this fascinating city split by the<br />
Danube River into hilltop Buda<br />
& the bustling Pest. Hostel (B)<br />
• Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the<br />
Royal Palace, the Church of<br />
St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge<br />
& Fisherman’s Bastion<br />
M Evening river cruise & dinner<br />
Day 15: Budapest to<br />
Ljubljana. Next up: Slovenia’s<br />
vibrant capital. Hotel (B)<br />
• See Ljubljana’s castle & old<br />
town<br />
Day 16: Ljubljana to Venice.<br />
Next up: Venice. Explore the<br />
city’s alleyways, canals, grand<br />
squares & art-filled palazzos.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs,<br />
Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Sq.<br />
& iconic canals<br />
2 BERLIN<br />
2 FLORENCE<br />
ITALY<br />
VIENNA 2<br />
2 ROME<br />
KRAKOW<br />
Auschwitz 2<br />
CZECH REP<br />
Day 17: Venice to Rome.<br />
Criss-cross the Apennine<br />
Mountains on the road to<br />
Rome. Hostel (B)<br />
• See the famous icons of Rome<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 18: Rome. Explore this<br />
living museum of history & hit<br />
the streets with a camera &<br />
capture the atmosphere. Hostel<br />
(B,D)<br />
Day 19: Rome to Florence.<br />
You could explore the Vatican<br />
before we’re on the road to<br />
Florence. Hostel (B,D)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 20: Florence. A local<br />
guide gives you the inside track<br />
on the city’s buildings & sacred<br />
art . Hostel (B)<br />
• See the famous sights of<br />
this Renaissance city<br />
•<br />
POLAND<br />
Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
M Tuscan hills feast<br />
SLOVAKIA<br />
Banska<br />
Bystrica<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
2<br />
BUDAPEST<br />
Lake Bled HUNGARY<br />
1 LJUBLJANA<br />
SLOVENIA Croatia<br />
Bosnia<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Montenegro<br />
Serbia<br />
Day 21: Florence to Swiss<br />
Alps. Visit Pisa, see Lake Como &<br />
stop for chocolate in the Swiss<br />
Alps. Hostel (B,D)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower<br />
of Pisa<br />
Day 22: Swiss Alps. Chill the<br />
way you want in the Swiss Alps.<br />
Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 23: Swiss Alps to Paris.<br />
Leave the lush Swiss Alp views<br />
behind as we head to Paris.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See the famous icons of Paris<br />
Day 24: Paris. Explore the<br />
romance & history & famous<br />
icons. Hotel (B)<br />
• Visit a French Perfumery<br />
M Cabaret show & dinner<br />
Day 25: End Paris or London.<br />
Your tour ends in Paris this<br />
morning, or choose to take a<br />
complimentary transfer to central<br />
London & extend your stay. (B)
Visit contiki.com/eastern-rocker<br />
EASTERN ROCKER<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Amsterdam.<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team<br />
this morning in London. Cross the<br />
English Channel to Amsterdam<br />
via Belgium. Hotel (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam. Hop on a<br />
bike & explore Edam & check out<br />
the ‘Dam’s museums, cafés &<br />
nightclubs. Hotel (B)<br />
•<br />
10 Days<br />
7 countries<br />
eland<br />
From US$1099pp*<br />
IRISH<br />
SEA<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
of US$110 per d day<br />
Edam<br />
ENGLAND 2<br />
Wales<br />
Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
Day 5: Amsterdam to Berlin.<br />
Get ready for a dose of über-cool<br />
in Berlin. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 6: Berlin. Savor the mix of old<br />
& new in this ever-changing city.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
• See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz,<br />
Russian War Memorial,<br />
Brandenburg Gate & Reichstag<br />
• Take in commemorative artwork &<br />
the remains of the Berlin Wall<br />
• See the site of Checkpoint Charlie<br />
Day 7: Berlin to Prague. Bite into<br />
bratwurst in Dresden on your way to<br />
medieval Prague. Hostel (B,D)<br />
• Visit Dresden<br />
Day 8: Prague. Discover Gothic<br />
architecture & bargain-priced beer.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral<br />
•<br />
10 Days<br />
7 countries<br />
From US$1125pp*<br />
US$113 per day<br />
LJUBLJANA<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Vienna. Explore the city<br />
your way before meeting up<br />
with your Tour Manager &<br />
travel buddies tonight. Hostel<br />
Day 3: Vienna to Krakow.<br />
We make a stop at Auschwitz,<br />
then it’s on to the lively city of<br />
Krakow. Hostel (B,D)<br />
• Visit Auschwitz Concentration<br />
Camp memorial<br />
Day 4: Krakow. Explore<br />
markets & cafés in the<br />
medieval Old Town. Hostel (B)<br />
• Sightseeing of the cathedral<br />
& Royal Castle on Wawel Hill<br />
Day 5: Krakow to Budapest.<br />
Cross Slovakia & into Hungary<br />
London 1<br />
to the “Paris of the East.” Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 6: Budapest. Discover the<br />
history of this fascinating city split<br />
into hilltop Buda & the bustling Pest.<br />
Hostel (B)<br />
•<br />
Dover<br />
ENGLISH Calais BELGIUM<br />
CHANNEL<br />
FRANCE<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
BERLIN<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the<br />
Royal Palace, the Church of St.<br />
Matthias, the Chain Bridge &<br />
Fisherman’s Bastion<br />
Day 7: Budapest to Ljubljana.<br />
Next up: Slovenia’s capital with its<br />
vibrant student culture. Hotel (B)<br />
• See Ljubljana’s castle & Old Town<br />
Day 8: Ljubljana to Venice. Today<br />
we head to the ‘floating city’,<br />
Venice. Hostel (B)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
GERMANY<br />
of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge &<br />
Wenceslas Square<br />
• Visit the Old Town Square &<br />
see the Astronomical Clock<br />
Day 9: Prague to Vienna.<br />
Head south through the Czech<br />
countryside to Vienna. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 10: End Vienna. Explore<br />
the city sights before it’s time to<br />
say farewell. (B)<br />
• See Schönbrunn Palace, the<br />
Hapsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s<br />
Cathedral & State Opera House<br />
• Drive along the Ring Road<br />
For a more detailed itinerary<br />
& ME Time optionals see<br />
European Trail opposite.<br />
• See Venice’s iconic canals<br />
& gondolas<br />
Day 9: Venice to Rome. Cross<br />
the Apennine Mountains on<br />
the road to Rome. Hostel (B)<br />
•<br />
See the Colosseum, the<br />
Roman Forum, Piazza<br />
Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />
Pantheon & Piazza Navona<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 10: End Rome. Tap into<br />
‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal<br />
City” before saying farewell to<br />
your new friends. (B)<br />
For a more detailed itinerary<br />
& ME Time optionals see<br />
European Trail opposite.<br />
How much & when<br />
Visit contiki.com/eastern-trail How much & when<br />
eastern trail<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
1<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
1 ROME<br />
Dresden<br />
BERLIN<br />
2<br />
PRAGUE 2<br />
CZECH REP<br />
VIENNA 1<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
KRAKOW<br />
Auschwitz 2<br />
VIENNA 1<br />
SLOVAKIA<br />
Banska<br />
Bystrica<br />
AUSTRIA 2 BUDAPEST<br />
HUNGARY<br />
Dolomite<br />
Mountains<br />
Lake Bled<br />
1 LJUBLJANA<br />
VENICE 1<br />
SLOVENIA Croatia<br />
ITALY<br />
1<br />
CZECH REP<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
POLAND<br />
Bosnia<br />
Serbia<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCLV<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Vienna pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 16 May 18 May 25 1239<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 1 1239<br />
May 30 Jun 1 Jun 8 1239<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 15 1239<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun 22 1239<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jun 29 1239<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 6 1239<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 13 1295<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 20 1295<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWLV w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 17 Oct 19 Oct 26 1135<br />
Oct 24 Oct 26 Nov 2 1135<br />
Oct 31 Nov 2 Nov 9 1125<br />
Nov 14 Nov 16 Nov 23 1125<br />
Nov 28 Nov 30 Dec 7 1125<br />
Dec 5 Dec 7 Dec 14 1125<br />
Dec 12 Dec 14 Dec 21 1125<br />
Dec 19 Dec 21 Dec 28 1149<br />
Dec 26 Dec 28 Jan 4 1149<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Vienna pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Jul 27 1295<br />
Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 3 1295<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 17 1295<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Aug 31 1265<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 7 1265<br />
Sep 5 Sep 7 Sep 14 1265<br />
Sep 12 Sep 14 Sep 21 1265<br />
Sep 19 Sep 21 Sep 28 1265<br />
Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 12 1265<br />
2014<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on quad-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am (7:30am in Winter) in London &<br />
ends approx. 12:30pm in Vienna.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCVR<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Vienna Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 2 1275<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 9 1275<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 16 1275<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 23 1275<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jun 30 1275<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 7 1275<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 14 1339<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 21 1339<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 28 1339<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWVR w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 25 Oct 26 Nov 3 1165<br />
Nov 1 Nov 2 Nov 10 1155<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 17 1155<br />
Nov 22 Nov 23 Dec 1 1155<br />
Dec 6 Dec 7 Dec 15 1155<br />
Dec 13 Dec 14 Dec 22 1155<br />
Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 29 1179<br />
Dec 27 Dec 28 Jan 5 1179<br />
Jan 2 Jan 4 Jan 11 1149<br />
Jan 9 Jan 11 Jan 18 1149<br />
Jan 23 Jan 25 Feb 1 1099<br />
Feb 6 Feb 8 Feb 15 1099<br />
Feb 20 Feb 22 Mar 1 1099<br />
Feb 27 Mar 1 Mar 8 1099<br />
Mar 13 Mar 15 Mar 22 1115<br />
Mar 20 Mar 22 Mar 29 1115<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Vienna Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 4 1339<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 11 1339<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 25 1305<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 8 1305<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 15 1305<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 22 1305<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Sep 29 1305<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 6 1305<br />
Oct 11 Oct 12 Oct 20 1305<br />
2014<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 12 1179<br />
Jan 10 Jan 11 Jan 19 1179<br />
Jan 17 Jan 18 Jan 26 1179<br />
Jan 31 Feb 1 Feb 9 1125<br />
Feb 14 Feb 15 Feb 23 1125<br />
Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 9 1125<br />
Mar 7 Mar 8 Mar 16 1125<br />
Mar 21 Mar 22 Mar 30 1145<br />
Mar 28 Mar 29 Apr 6 1145<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on quad-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:00pm in Vienna & ends approx.<br />
12:30pm in Rome.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Budget<br />
Eastern<br />
Rocker<br />
10 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
96 | 97<br />
8 nights accommodation:<br />
5 nights in hostels, 3 nights in<br />
hotel upgrade (more on p.82-83)<br />
10 meals:<br />
7 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossing<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$110.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
5<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Budget<br />
Eastern<br />
Trail<br />
10 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
8 nights accommodation:<br />
7 nights in hostels, 1 night in<br />
hotel upgrade (more on p.82-83)<br />
10 meals:<br />
8 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$115.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
6<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited
Visit contiki.com/western-rocker<br />
western rocker<br />
What’s Included:<br />
7 nights accommodation:<br />
5 nights in hostels, 2 nights in<br />
hotel upgrade (more on p.82-83)<br />
12 meals:<br />
7 breakfasts (B), 5 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced &<br />
professional Tour Manager<br />
& Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Ferry crossing<br />
$<br />
6<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
What’s Included:<br />
16 nights accommodation:<br />
12 nights in hostels, 4 nights in<br />
hotel upgrade (more on p.82-83)<br />
20 meals:<br />
15 breakfasts (B), 5 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossing<br />
$<br />
SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$105.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
Visit contiki.com/trail-rome<br />
SAVE<br />
13<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
9 Days<br />
4 countries<br />
From US$1049pp*<br />
US$117 per day<br />
FLORENCE<br />
trail to rome<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$205.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Rome<br />
Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the<br />
“Eternal City” & explore this<br />
living museum your way today.<br />
Tonight, meet up with your Tour<br />
Manager & travel buddies to let<br />
the good times begin. Hostel (D)<br />
Day 3: Rome to Florence<br />
You could explore the Vatican<br />
this morning, before we’re on<br />
the road through rural Umbria’s<br />
rolling hills & terraced vineyards<br />
to Florence. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 4: Florence<br />
Get the inside track on striking<br />
buildings & sacred art in this<br />
18 Days<br />
12 countries<br />
From US$2029pp*<br />
US$113 per day<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive London. Hotel<br />
Day 3: London to Amsterdam.<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team<br />
this morning in London. Ferry<br />
across the English Channel &<br />
head to the vibrant city of<br />
Amsterdam via Belgium.<br />
Hotel (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
Days 4-17: Amsterdam to<br />
Rome. See days 4-17 of<br />
European Trail (p.96) itinerary,<br />
sightseeing &<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Day 18: End Rome.<br />
Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the<br />
•<br />
n<br />
atmospheric city. Hostel (B)<br />
See the Duomo, Basilica Santa<br />
Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the<br />
Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria<br />
• Florentine leather craft demo<br />
Day 5: Florence to Swiss Alps<br />
Make a stop in Pisa then catch a<br />
glimpse of magical Lake Como in<br />
the stunning Swiss Alps. Hostel (B,D)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />
Day 6: Swiss Alps<br />
Chill for a day the way you want -<br />
camera essential. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 7: Swiss Alps to Paris<br />
We head through the stunning<br />
Burgundy region to the “City of<br />
Lights”, Paris. Hotel (B,D)<br />
ENGLAND<br />
London<br />
1<br />
Calais<br />
Dover<br />
“Eternal City” & explore this living<br />
museum of history before<br />
your tour ends & it’s time to say<br />
farewell to your travel friends. (B)<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
ENGLAND<br />
London<br />
Calais<br />
ENGLISH<br />
CHANNEL<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
Dover<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
2 PARIS<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
Edam<br />
FRANCE<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
ROME<br />
FRANCE<br />
Netherlands<br />
Belgium<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
2<br />
BELGIUM<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
SWITZ<br />
2<br />
Germany<br />
swiss<br />
alps<br />
Pisa<br />
florence<br />
2<br />
ITALY<br />
ROME 1<br />
Vatican City<br />
• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de<br />
Triomphe, the Louvre, the<br />
Champs-Élysées & Notre<br />
Dame Cathedral<br />
Day 8: Paris<br />
Indulge in sophisticated Paris’<br />
legendary icons. Hotel (B)<br />
• Visit a French Perfumery<br />
Day 9: End Paris or London<br />
Your tour ends in Paris this<br />
morning, or choose to take<br />
a complimentary transfer to<br />
central London & extend your<br />
stay. (B)<br />
For a more detailed itinerary<br />
& ME Time optionals<br />
see European Trail on p.96.<br />
GERMANY<br />
Dresden<br />
Switzerland<br />
KRAKOW<br />
Auschwitz<br />
PRAGUE 2<br />
2<br />
CZECH REP<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
Lake Bled<br />
Dolomite<br />
Mountains<br />
VENICE 1<br />
SLOVENIA<br />
Apennine<br />
Croatia<br />
Mountains<br />
ITALY<br />
ROME 1<br />
2 BERLIN<br />
POLAND<br />
VIENNA 2<br />
BUDAPEST 2<br />
krakow<br />
A<br />
SLOVAKIA<br />
Banska<br />
Bystrica<br />
HUNGARY<br />
1 LJUBLJANA<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Bosnia<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCRT<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Jun 1 Jun 2 Jun 9 1195<br />
Jun 8 Jun 9 Jun 16 1195<br />
Jun 15 Jun 16 Jun 23 1195<br />
Jun 22 Jun 23 Jun 30 1195<br />
Jun 29 Jun 30 Jul 7 1195<br />
Jul 6 Jul 7 Jul 14 1245<br />
Jul 13 Jul 14 Jul 21 1245<br />
Jul 20 Jul 21 Jul 28 1245<br />
Jul 27 Jul 28 Aug 4 1245<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWRT<br />
2013<br />
Nov 2 Nov 3 Nov 10 1075<br />
Nov 9 Nov 10 Nov 17 1075<br />
Nov 16 Nov 17 Nov 24 1075<br />
Nov 30 Dec 1 Dec 8 1075<br />
Dec 14 Dec 15 Dec 22 1099<br />
Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 29 1099<br />
Dec 28 Dec 29 Jan 5 1099<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Rome Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Aug 3 Aug 4 Aug 11 1245<br />
Aug 10 Aug 11 Aug 18 1215<br />
Aug 24 Aug 25 Sep 1 1215<br />
Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 15 1215<br />
Sep 14 Sep 15 Sep 22 1215<br />
Sep 21 Sep 22 Sep 29 1215<br />
Sep 28 Sep 29 Oct 6 1215<br />
Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 13 1215<br />
Oct 19 Oct 20 Oct 27 1215<br />
2014<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on quad-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am<br />
at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCTR<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 16 May 18 Jun 2 2285<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 9 2285<br />
May 30 Jun 1 Jun 16 2285<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 23 2285<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun 30 2285<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 7 2285<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 14 2285<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 21 2389<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 28 2389<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWTR<br />
2013<br />
Oct 17 Oct 19 Nov 3 2105<br />
Oct 24 Oct 26 Nov 10 2105<br />
Oct 31 Nov 2 Nov 17 2075<br />
Nov 14 Nov 16 Dec 1 2075<br />
Nov 28 Nov 30 Dec 15 2075<br />
Dec 5 Dec 7 Dec 22 2075<br />
Dec 12 Dec 14 Dec 29 2075<br />
Dec 19 Dec 21 Jan 5 2125<br />
Dec 26 Dec 28 Jan 12 2125<br />
w<br />
Jan 4 Jan 5 Jan 12 1099<br />
Jan 11 Jan 12 Jan 19 1099<br />
Jan 18 Jan 19 Jan 26 1049<br />
Jan 25 Jan 26 Feb 2 1049<br />
Feb 8 Feb 9 Feb 16 1049<br />
Feb 22 Feb 23 Mar 2 1049<br />
Mar 8 Mar 9 Mar 16 1049<br />
Mar 15 Mar 16 Mar 23 1065<br />
Mar 29 Mar 30 Apr 6 1065<br />
Apr 5 Apr 6 Apr 13 1065<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Rome pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Aug 4 2389<br />
Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 11 2389<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 25 2389<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 8 2325<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 15 2325<br />
Sep 5 Sep 7 Sep 22 2325<br />
Sep 12 Sep 14 Sep 29 2325<br />
Sep 19 Sep 21 Oct 6 2325<br />
Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 20 2325<br />
2014<br />
w<br />
Jan 2 Jan 4 Jan 19 2125<br />
Jan 9 Jan 11 Jan 26 2125<br />
Jan 23 Jan 25 Feb 9 2029<br />
Feb 6 Feb 8 Feb 23 2029<br />
Feb 20 Feb 22 Mar 9 2029<br />
Feb 27 Mar 1 Mar 16 2029<br />
Mar 13 Mar 15 Mar 30 2065<br />
Mar 20 Mar 22 Apr 6 2065<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on quad-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:45am (7:30am in Winter) in London &<br />
ends approx. 12:30pm in Rome.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.
Visit contiki.com/trail-london<br />
trail to london<br />
17 Days<br />
10 countries<br />
From US$1965pp*<br />
US$116 per day<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Vienna<br />
Viennese culture is everywhere!<br />
Explore the city your way<br />
before meeting up with your<br />
Tour Manager & travel buddies<br />
tonight. Hostel<br />
Days 3-16: Vienna to Paris<br />
See days 11-24 of European Trail<br />
(p.96) itinerary, sightseeing &<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Day 17: End Paris or London<br />
Your tour ends in Paris this<br />
morning, or choose to take a<br />
complimentary transfer to central<br />
London & extend your stay. (B)<br />
9 Days<br />
1 country<br />
From US$1515pp*<br />
US$169 per day<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive St. Petersburg. Today<br />
meet your fellow travelers &<br />
Tour Manager & get ready for a<br />
9 days culture fix! Hotel (D)<br />
Days 3-4: St. Petersburg.<br />
St. Petersburg will astound &<br />
amaze over two full days. Maybe<br />
see a ballet, shop, or sample tasty<br />
local specialties. Hotel (B)(B)<br />
• Locally guided city tour<br />
• Guided tour of the<br />
Hermitage, former home of<br />
the Russian Tsars<br />
Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens<br />
•<br />
SWISS ALPS<br />
See the Church of the Spilt<br />
Blood & the Admiralty & St.<br />
Peter & St. Paul Fortress<br />
PARIS<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
ENGLAND<br />
London<br />
Dover<br />
Calais<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
M Russian Ballet recital<br />
Netherlands<br />
Belgium<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
Visit contiki.com/best-russia<br />
BEST OF RUSSIA<br />
ST. PETERSBURG<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
1<br />
Pisa<br />
Day 5: St. Petersburg to<br />
Novgorod. Discover Novgorod, once<br />
the stronghold of the early Tsars.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
• Guided tour of Novgorod’s old<br />
town & the Millennium Bell<br />
Day 6: Novgorod to Moscow.<br />
Stop in Klin on the way to Moscow.<br />
This city mixes up extravagance from<br />
the time of Tsars, relics from the<br />
Cold War & is a haven for explorers.<br />
Hotel (B,D)<br />
• See the famous composer<br />
Tchaikovsky’s house in Klin<br />
Days 7-8: Moscow. Moscow is<br />
a richly layered city, with history<br />
Vatican City<br />
Petrodvorets<br />
Apennine<br />
Mountains<br />
2 ROME<br />
3 ST PETERSBURG<br />
RUSSIA<br />
KRAKOW<br />
Auschwitz 2<br />
2 PARIS VIENNA<br />
1<br />
FRANCE<br />
SWITZ<br />
BUDAPEST 2<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
2<br />
Dolomite Lake Bled HUNGARY<br />
swiss Mountains<br />
alps<br />
1 LJUBLJANA<br />
VENICE 1 SLOVENIA<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
1<br />
Germany<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
2 FLORENCE<br />
ITALY<br />
CZECH<br />
REP<br />
POLAND<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
SLOVAKIA<br />
Banska<br />
Bystrica<br />
Bosnia<br />
1 NOVGOROD<br />
Klin<br />
MOSCOW 3<br />
& culture at every turn.<br />
Hotel (B)(B)<br />
• Visit Red Square, the Kremlin<br />
& see Lenin’s Mausoleum &<br />
St. Basil’s Cathedral<br />
• Locally guided coach<br />
sightseeing tour of the city<br />
M Guided tour of the Military<br />
& Missile Museum<br />
Day 9: End Moscow. The tour<br />
ends after breakfast in Moscow,<br />
or catch a free transfer to one<br />
of Moscow’s airports for your<br />
return flight home. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 9 have been<br />
designed to allow you to start &<br />
finish the tour without needing extra<br />
nights accommodation.<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCVL<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Vienna Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
May 24 May 25 Jun 9 2235<br />
May 31 Jun 1 Jun 16 2235<br />
Jun 7 Jun 8 Jun 23 2235<br />
Jun 14 Jun 15 Jun 30 2235<br />
Jun 21 Jun 22 Jul 7 2235<br />
Jun 28 Jun 29 Jul 14 2235<br />
Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 21 2345<br />
Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 28 2345<br />
Jul 19 Jul 20 Aug 4 2345<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWVL w<br />
2013<br />
Oct 25 Oct 26 Nov 10 2035<br />
Nov 1 Nov 2 Nov 17 2015<br />
Nov 8 Nov 9 Nov 24 2015<br />
Nov 22 Nov 23 Dec 8 2015<br />
Dec 6 Dec 7 Dec 22 2015<br />
Dec 13 Dec 14 Dec 29 2015<br />
Dec 20 Dec 21 Jan 5 2059<br />
Dec 27 Dec 28 Jan 12 2059<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on quad-share.<br />
Tour starts 6:00pm in Vienna & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
How much & when<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Vienna Paris or pp*<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Jul 26 Jul 27 Aug 11 2345<br />
Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 18 2345<br />
Aug 16 Aug 17 Sep 1 2279<br />
Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 15 2279<br />
Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 22 2279<br />
Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 29 2279<br />
Sep 20 Sep 21 Oct 6 2279<br />
Sep 27 Sep 28 Oct 13 2279<br />
Oct 11 Oct 12 Oct 27 2279<br />
2014<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCRP<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA St. Moscow pp*<br />
Petersburg<br />
2013<br />
May 28 May 29 Jun 5 1515<br />
Jun 4 Jun 5 Jun 12 1515<br />
Jun 18 Jun 19 Jun 26 1515<br />
Jun 25 Jun 26 Jul 3 1515<br />
Jul 2 Jul 3 Jul 10 1619<br />
Jul 9 Jul 10 Jul 17 1619<br />
Jul 16 Jul 17 Jul 24 1619<br />
Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 19 2059<br />
Jan 10 Jan 11 Jan 26 2059<br />
Jan 17 Jan 18 Feb 2 2059<br />
Jan 31 Feb 1 Feb 16 1965<br />
Feb 14 Feb 15 Mar 2 1965<br />
Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 16 1965<br />
Mar 7 Mar 8 Mar 23 1965<br />
Mar 21 Mar 22 Apr 6 1995<br />
Mar 28 Mar 29 Apr 13 1995<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA St. Moscow pp*<br />
Petersburg<br />
2013<br />
Jul 23 Jul 24 Jul 31 1619<br />
Jul 30 Jul 31 Aug 7 1619<br />
Aug 13 Aug 14 Aug 21 1565<br />
Aug 20 Aug 21 Aug 28 1565<br />
Sep 3 Sep 4 Sep 11 1535<br />
Sep 10 Sep 11 Sep 18 1535<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Copy of passport required at the time of booking.<br />
Please provide your flight & arrival details to <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
21 days before departure to take advantage of our<br />
included transfers.<br />
Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a<br />
Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian Visa for this tour.<br />
It is your responsibility to obtain both documents<br />
prior to travel. The fee for the Russian Visa will be an<br />
additional charge.<br />
Tour starts 6:00pm in St. Petersburg & ends approx.<br />
8:00am in Moscow.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$140. See p.27 for details.<br />
Book now! Call <strong>Contiki</strong> or<br />
contact your travel agent.<br />
Budget<br />
Trail<br />
to London<br />
17 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
15 nights accommodation:<br />
12 nights in hostels, 3 nights in<br />
hotel upgrade (more on p.82-83)<br />
22 meals:<br />
15 breakfasts (B), 7 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all major<br />
cities plus orientations in all<br />
other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossing<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$200.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
Best of<br />
Russia<br />
9 days<br />
12<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
Budget<br />
What’s Included:<br />
98 | 99<br />
7 nights in hotel upgrade<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
10 meals:<br />
7 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Airport transfers on days 2 & 9<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/best-russia<br />
3<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited
Visit contiki.com/russia<br />
RUSSIA PLUS<br />
15 Days<br />
6 countries<br />
From US$2365pp*<br />
US$158 per day<br />
st petersburg<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Locally guided tour of<br />
historical St. Petersburg<br />
• Locally guided tour of the<br />
Hermitage<br />
• Guided tour of Novgorod<br />
• Locally guided tour of<br />
Moscow & the Kremlin<br />
• Guided Metro tour in<br />
Moscow<br />
• Locally guided tour of<br />
Minsk<br />
• Tour of the old Jewish<br />
Ghetto & medieval center<br />
of Warsaw - plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary to make<br />
the most of your ME Time.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
13 nights accommodation:<br />
12 nights in hotel upgrade,<br />
1 night Baltic cruise quad-share<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
20 meals: 13 breakfasts (B),<br />
1 lunch (L), 6 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />
with power outlets for charging<br />
Overnight cruise (start<br />
Stockholm)<br />
Sightseeing tours of all major<br />
cities plus orientations in all<br />
other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes<br />
& service charges<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/russia<br />
World Heritage<br />
4<br />
sites visited $ SAVE<br />
all hotels<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCRS<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Stockholm Warsaw pp*<br />
or Berlin<br />
2013<br />
May 25 May 26 Jun 8 2365<br />
Jun 1 Jun 2 Jun 15 2365<br />
Jun 15 Jun 16 Jun 29 2365<br />
Jun 22 Jun 23 Jul 6 2365<br />
Jun 29 Jun 30 Jul 13 2365<br />
Jul 6 Jul 7 Jul 20 2465<br />
Jul 13 Jul 14 Jul 27 2465<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCRH<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Helsinki Warsaw pp*<br />
or Berlin<br />
2013<br />
May 27 May 28 Jun 8 2045<br />
Jun 3 Jun 4 Jun 15 2045<br />
Jun 17 Jun 18 Jun 29 2045<br />
Jun 24 Jun 25 Jul 6 2045<br />
Jul 1 Jul 2 Jul 13 2135<br />
Jul 8 Jul 9 Jul 20 2135<br />
Jul 15 Jul 16 Jul 27 2135<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Stockholm Warsaw pp*<br />
or Berlin<br />
2013<br />
Jul 20 Jul 21 Aug 3 2465<br />
Jul 27 Jul 28 Aug 10 2465<br />
Aug 10 Aug 11 Aug 24 2365<br />
Aug 17 Aug 18 Aug 31 2365<br />
Aug 31 Sep 1 Sep 14 2415<br />
Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 21 2415<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Helsinki Warsaw pp*<br />
or Berlin<br />
2013<br />
Jul 22 Jul 23 Aug 3 2135<br />
Jul 29 Jul 30 Aug 10 2135<br />
Aug 12 Aug 13 Aug 24 2045<br />
Aug 19 Aug 20 Aug 31 2045<br />
Sep 2 Sep 3 Sep 14 2089<br />
Sep 9 Sep 10 Sep 21 2089<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Copy of passport required at the time of booking.<br />
Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a<br />
Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian Visa for this tour.<br />
It is your responsibility to obtain both documents<br />
prior to travel. The fee for the Russian Visa will be an<br />
additional charge.<br />
Important Visa info: A Belarus visa should be<br />
obtained prior to starting the CCRH tour. Contact<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> for further details.<br />
Tour starts 6:00pm in Stockholm or 2:00pm in<br />
Helsinki & ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or<br />
7:00pm in Berlin.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$215. See p.27 for details.<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/Arrive<br />
Stockholm. Check-in to your<br />
hotel & the afternoon is yours to<br />
explore. At 6:00pm, meet your Tour<br />
Manager & fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travelers<br />
for dinner. Hotel (D)<br />
Day 3: Stockholm & sail to<br />
Helsinki. Take in some last minute<br />
sightseeing before we board our<br />
luxury boat for our overnight cruise to<br />
Helsinki. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B)<br />
M Guided tour of the Town Hall &<br />
Nobel Prize Banquet Room<br />
Day 4: Helsinki. This morning we<br />
head to the quirky Finnish capital,<br />
Helsinki! See the city sights before<br />
your chance to explore. There are<br />
loads of museums, monuments &<br />
cool shops in this vibrant coastal<br />
city. Hotel. (B)<br />
• See the Sibelius Monument, the<br />
Olympic Stadium & Senate Square<br />
• Visit the ‘Church in the Rock’<br />
Day 5: Helsinki to St. Petersburg.<br />
Pass through Finland’s pine forests<br />
& wilderness, before crossing over<br />
the border into Russia & reaching<br />
St. Petersburg. Hotel. (B,D)<br />
Days 6-7: St. Petersburg. Check<br />
out the city sights with two full days<br />
to explore - discover the riches &<br />
palace-lined waterways of this<br />
impressive city. Maybe see the<br />
Russian Ballet, shop in local markets<br />
or tuck into the local specialties - beef<br />
stroganoff & vodka! Hotel. (B)(B)<br />
• See the St. Peter & St. Paul Fortress<br />
• See the Church of the Spilt Blood<br />
& the Admiralty<br />
• Visit the Hermitage – one of the<br />
world’s largest art & culture<br />
museums<br />
• Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens<br />
M Russian Ballet recital<br />
Day 8: St. Petersburg to<br />
Novgorod. Discover the ancient fort<br />
town of Novgorod, once the stronghold<br />
of the early Tsars. Hotel. (B,D)<br />
•<br />
GERMANY<br />
Locally guided tour of<br />
Novgorod’s old town & the<br />
Millennium Bell<br />
1<br />
STOCKHOLM 1<br />
SWEDEN<br />
BERLIN<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional start city<br />
Optional end city<br />
Day 9: Novgorod to Moscow.<br />
Stop into the township of Klin<br />
on the way to Russia’s spiritual,<br />
political & economic hub,<br />
Moscow. Hotel. (B,D)<br />
• See the famous composer<br />
Tchaikovsky’s house in Klin<br />
Days 10-11: Moscow.<br />
Moscow is a richly layered city,<br />
with history & culture at every<br />
turn. Witness the mix of ‘New’<br />
& ‘Old’ Russia - architecture,<br />
culture & people. Hotel (B)(B)<br />
• Visit Red Square, the Kremlin<br />
& see Lenin’s Mausoleum &<br />
St. Basil’s Cathedral<br />
•<br />
Locally guided coach<br />
sightseeing tour of the city<br />
M Visit the Kremlin Armoury<br />
Day 12: Moscow to Minsk.<br />
Pass by the site of Napoleon’s<br />
great defeat in Borodino &<br />
then leave Russia for Belarus.<br />
Hotel (B,L,D)<br />
• Locally guided tour of Minsk<br />
Day 13: Minsk to Warsaw.<br />
Cross the border into Poland &<br />
arrive in Warsaw. Hotel (B)<br />
Visit Brest Fortress – one of<br />
•<br />
GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />
BALTIC SEA<br />
POLAND<br />
1<br />
FINLAND<br />
HELSINKI<br />
1<br />
Lithuania<br />
Brest<br />
2<br />
WARSAW<br />
$<br />
the most important Soviet<br />
World War II monuments<br />
Day 14: Warsaw. Warsaw’s<br />
past is amazing. See parts<br />
of the city that were totally<br />
reconstructed after being<br />
ruined in the war, as well its<br />
colorful palaces, churches &<br />
mansions. Hotel (B,D)<br />
•<br />
Visit the old town, the<br />
monument to Chopin &<br />
hear tales of the Warsaw<br />
uprisings<br />
Day 15: Depart Warsaw/<br />
Berlin. The tour ends after<br />
breakfast in Warsaw, or catch<br />
a complimentary transfer to<br />
Berlin where your tour ends<br />
upon arrival. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 2 & 15 (ending<br />
Warsaw) have been designed to allow<br />
you to start & finish the tour without<br />
needing extra nights accommodation.<br />
russia PLUS<br />
start helsinki 13 days<br />
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Tour code: CCRH<br />
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3 ST PETERSBURG<br />
Petrodvorets<br />
BELARUS<br />
1<br />
MINSK<br />
Ukraine<br />
RUSSIA<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
1 NOVGOROD<br />
Klin<br />
MOSCOW 3<br />
you choose<br />
You can end your tour in<br />
either Warsaw or Berlin.<br />
From US$2045pp* US$158 per day<br />
Pay early & save<br />
up to US$185.<br />
See p.27 for details.
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14 Days<br />
5 countries<br />
From US$2095pp*<br />
US$150 per day<br />
NORWAY<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Berlin. Hostel<br />
Day 3: Berlin to<br />
Copenhagen. Hostel (D)<br />
Day 4: Copenhagen. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 5: Copenhagen to Oslo.<br />
Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 6: Oslo. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 7: Oslo to Voss. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 8: Voss to Geiranger<br />
fjord. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Geiranger fjord to<br />
Gjovik. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 10: Gjovik to<br />
Stockholm. Hotel (B)<br />
Day 11: Stockholm. Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 12: Stockholm & sail to<br />
Helsinki. Overnight Cruise (B)<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/<br />
Arrive Berlin. Hostel<br />
Day 3: Berlin to<br />
Copenhagen. Hostel (D)<br />
Day 4: Copenhagen. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 5: Copenhagen to Oslo.<br />
Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 6: Oslo. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 7: Oslo to Voss. Hostel (B)<br />
Day 8: Voss to Geiranger<br />
fjord. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Geiranger fjord to<br />
Gjovik. Hostel (B,D)<br />
Day 10: Gjovik to<br />
Stockholm. Hotel (B)<br />
1 VOSS<br />
NORTH<br />
SEA<br />
NORWAY<br />
Day 13: Helsinki. Hotel. (B)<br />
Day 14: Helsinki. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 3 (starting<br />
Copenhagen) & 14 have been designed to<br />
allow you to start & finish the tour without<br />
needing extra nights accommodation.<br />
scandinavia<br />
END STOCKHOLM<br />
11 days<br />
STUCK FOR TIME?<br />
End your tour in Stockholm &<br />
visit 4 countries in 11 days.<br />
1 GEIRANGER<br />
DENMARK<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
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24 Days<br />
8 countries<br />
From US$3755pp*<br />
US$157 per day<br />
all hotels & hostels<br />
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NORTH<br />
SEA<br />
1 VOSS<br />
NORWAY<br />
1 GEIRANGER<br />
DENMARK<br />
1 GJOVIK<br />
OSLO<br />
2<br />
SWEDEN<br />
STOCKHOLM<br />
2 COPENHAGEN<br />
Day 11: Stockholm. Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 12: Stockholm & sail to<br />
Helsinki. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B)<br />
Day 13: Helsinki. Hotel. (B)<br />
Day 14: Helsinki to St.<br />
Petersburg. Hotel. (B,D)<br />
Days 15-16: St. Petersburg.<br />
Hotel. (B)(B)<br />
Day 17: St. Petersburg to<br />
Novgorod. Hotel. (B,D)<br />
Day 18: Novgorod to Moscow.<br />
Hotel. (B,D)<br />
Days 19-20: Moscow. Hotel (B)(B)<br />
Day 21: Moscow to Minsk.<br />
Hotel (B,L,D)<br />
1 GJOVIK<br />
OSLO<br />
2<br />
GERMANY<br />
GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />
2<br />
BALTIC SEA<br />
GERMANY<br />
POLAND<br />
1<br />
BERLIN<br />
2<br />
WARSAW<br />
Czech Rep<br />
Itinerary & sightseeing<br />
WARSAW<br />
SWEDEN<br />
STOCKHOLM<br />
2<br />
2 COPENHAGEN<br />
1<br />
1 BERLIN<br />
GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />
BALTIC SEA<br />
you choose<br />
You can start your<br />
tour in either Berlin or<br />
Copenhagen.<br />
Tour code: CCSS<br />
See price panel opposite for<br />
departure dates & prices.<br />
Pay early & save<br />
$ up to US$140.<br />
See p.27 for details.<br />
FINLAND<br />
HELSINKI<br />
1<br />
Lithuania<br />
Estonia<br />
Latvia<br />
BELARUS<br />
1<br />
MINSK<br />
FINLAND<br />
Day 22: Minsk to Warsaw.<br />
Hotel (B)<br />
Day 23: Warsaw. Hotel (B,D)<br />
Day 24: Depart Warsaw/<br />
Berlin. (B)<br />
Please note: Days 3 (starting<br />
Copenhagen) & 24 (ending Warsaw)<br />
have been designed to allow you to<br />
start & finish the tour without needing<br />
extra nights accommodation.<br />
you choose<br />
Start your tour in Berlin<br />
or Copenhagen & end in<br />
either Warsaw or Berlin.<br />
1<br />
HELSINKI<br />
1<br />
Lithuania<br />
1 Nightstops<br />
Optional start city<br />
Optional end city<br />
From US$1655pp*<br />
US$151 per day<br />
scandinavia & Russia plus<br />
all hotels & hostels<br />
3 ST PETERSBURG<br />
RUSSIA<br />
Esto<br />
1 NOVGOROD<br />
Latv<br />
MOSCOW 3<br />
1 Nightstops<br />
Optional start city<br />
Optional end city<br />
Optional start/end city<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCSH<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Helsinki pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 16 May 18 May 29 2095<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 5 2095<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 19 2095<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun 26 2095<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 3 2095<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 10 2095<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 17 2179<br />
Note: If you’ve chosen to start your tour in Copenhagen, your<br />
tour will be 13 days. Deduct US$60 off the tour price above.<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCSS<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Stockholm pp*<br />
2013<br />
May 16 May 18 May 26 1655<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 2 1655<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 16 1655<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jun 23 1655<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jun 30 1655<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 7 1655<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 14 1715<br />
All prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from all<br />
the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* All prices above are based on maximum quad-share,<br />
with many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Note: If you’ve chosen to start your tour in Copenhagen, your<br />
tour will be 10 days. Deduct US$60 off the tour price above.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in Berlin or 6:00pm in Copenhagen &<br />
ends approx. 12:00 noon in Stockholm or 8:00am in Helsinki.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
$<br />
How much & when<br />
$<br />
SAVE<br />
SAVE<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$180. See p.27 for details.<br />
Summer 2013 Code: CCSR<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Warsaw pp*<br />
or Berlin<br />
2013<br />
May 16 May 18 Jun 8 3755<br />
May 23 May 25 Jun 15 3755<br />
Jun 6 Jun 8 Jun 29 3755<br />
Jun 13 Jun 15 Jul 6 3755<br />
Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 13 3755<br />
Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 20 3755<br />
Jul 4 Jul 6 Jul 27 3909<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Helsinki pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 24 2179<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Jul 31 2179<br />
Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 14 2095<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 21 2095<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 4 2095<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 11 2135<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Stockholm pp*<br />
2013<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 21 1715<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Jul 28 1715<br />
Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 11 1655<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 18 1655<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 1 1655<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 8 1685<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA Berlin Warsaw pp*<br />
or Berlin<br />
2013<br />
Jul 11 Jul 13 Aug 3 3909<br />
Jul 18 Jul 20 Aug 10 3909<br />
Aug 1 Aug 3 Aug 24 3755<br />
Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 31 3755<br />
Aug 22 Aug 24 Sep 14 3755<br />
Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 21 3835<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. Ask us<br />
about great air deals from the USA to & from all the start/<br />
end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with<br />
many free upgrades to twin-share.<br />
Please note: If you’ve chosen to start your tour in<br />
Copenhagen, your tour will be 23 days. Deduct US$60<br />
off the tour price above.<br />
Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a Russian<br />
Tourist Voucher & a Russian Visa for this tour. It is your<br />
responsibility to obtain both documents prior to travel.<br />
The fee for the Russian Visa will be an additional charge.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in Berlin or 6:00pm in Copenhagen &<br />
ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or 7:00pm in Berlin.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$330. See p.27 for details.<br />
Budget<br />
Scandinavia<br />
14 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
12 nights accommodation<br />
(more on p.82-83)<br />
16 meals: 11 breakfasts (B),<br />
5 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />
with power outlets for charging<br />
Overnight cruise (end Helsinki)<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes<br />
& service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
Budget<br />
Scandinavia<br />
& Russia Plus<br />
24 days<br />
What’s Included:<br />
100 | 101<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/scandi<br />
1<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
22 nights accommodation<br />
(more on p.90-91)<br />
31 meals: 21 breakfasts (B),<br />
1 Lunch (L), 10 dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />
with power outlets for charging<br />
Overnight cruise<br />
Sightseeing tours of all<br />
major cities plus orientations<br />
in all other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes<br />
& service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/scandi-russia<br />
5<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited
winter TOURS<br />
snow, skiing, christmas markets, less crowds & great deals make traveling in europe<br />
great. take advantage of the change in season & see how europeans do winter.<br />
superior<br />
multi-country<br />
WINTER TOURS<br />
From US$125/day<br />
European Magic<br />
11 days ......................................... p.32<br />
European Discovery<br />
14 days ......................................... p.36<br />
European Inspiration<br />
21 days ......................................... p.39<br />
European Encounter<br />
18 days ......................................... p.40<br />
European Vista<br />
23 days ......................................... p.42<br />
superior<br />
in-depth regional<br />
WINTER TOURS<br />
Fr F om US$ S$11 111/ 1/da da day<br />
England & Scotland<br />
10 days ......................................... p.53<br />
London & Paris<br />
8/10 days .............................. p.50-51<br />
London, Paris<br />
& Amsterdam<br />
10 days ......................................... p.51<br />
London, Paris & Rome<br />
11 days ......................................... p.51<br />
Mediterranean<br />
Highlights<br />
14 days ......................................... p.56<br />
Simply Italy<br />
13 days ......................................... p.58<br />
Italian Espresso<br />
9 days ............................................ p.60<br />
Spanish Spree<br />
15 days ......................................... p.62<br />
Berlin to Budapest<br />
12 days ......................................... p.64<br />
Berlin, Prague<br />
& Vienna<br />
10 days ......................................... p.65<br />
Berlin & Prague<br />
8 days ............................................ p.65<br />
Vienna & Budapest<br />
6 days ............................................ p.65<br />
Egypt & The Nile<br />
9 days ............................................ p.68<br />
pa pari ris<br />
budget<br />
multi-country<br />
WINTER TOURS<br />
Fr From om o US$ S$113/ 3/da da d y<br />
European Trail<br />
25 days ......................................... p.96<br />
Eastern Rocker<br />
10 days ......................................... p.97<br />
Eastern Trail<br />
10 days ......................................... p.97<br />
Western Rocker<br />
9 days ............................................ p.98<br />
Trail to Rome<br />
18 days ......................................... p.98<br />
Trail to London<br />
17 days ......................................... p.99<br />
ski austria<br />
From UUS$<br />
S$76/day<br />
Ski Austria<br />
1 or 2 weeks ............................. p.105<br />
paris<br />
We europe<br />
in winter<br />
There’s a certain romance that<br />
comes out when the cities get<br />
cool and the action on the<br />
slopes is some of the best in the<br />
world. Lots of our tours operate<br />
year-round. When you travel<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>-style in winter you can<br />
choose from all hotel Superior<br />
Tours, or pick our new European<br />
Trail Budget Tour. Either way<br />
you’ll have somewhere warm and<br />
toasty to come home to each<br />
night, plus there are lots of<br />
other reasons to experience<br />
Europe in winter:<br />
• Airfares are up to 50% cheaper,<br />
so spend less getting there &<br />
more on your trip.<br />
• Smaller crowds mean shorter<br />
lines.<br />
• Some of the best events,<br />
festivals & markets make it an<br />
even richer cultural experience.<br />
• Never had a white Christmas?<br />
Stop dreaming about it –<br />
experience one.<br />
• No one does skiing and après<br />
ski like the Europeans<br />
Save even more<br />
On some of our Superior tours you<br />
can save even more money by<br />
booking triple-share. You’ll save an<br />
extra 5% on your booking - check<br />
out the price panel on the tour<br />
pages to see if you can save more.<br />
ro rome me<br />
5 ways to go:<br />
Superior Hotel, Multi-Country<br />
Want to see a lot in the time you<br />
have? Try our Multi-Country trips<br />
from 11 to 23 days.<br />
Superior Hotel,<br />
In-Depth Regional<br />
Spend more time soaking up<br />
regional cultures and going really<br />
local. Our In-Depth Regional<br />
tours focus on specifi c countries,<br />
regions or cities & give you more<br />
time to explore.<br />
Budget tours<br />
Stretch your budget even further<br />
with 6 new winter Budget tours.<br />
Take in some of the best Europe<br />
has to offer, staying in a mix of<br />
hotel and hostel accommodations.<br />
Hit the slopes<br />
Try our ski and boarding packages<br />
in the Austrian Tyrol. Hit the<br />
slopes at one of the world’s top<br />
resorts. Stay at our exclusive<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>-only Gasthof complete<br />
with our On-site Team & get into<br />
the après ski lifestyle! We include<br />
day trips, ski races and cool<br />
optionals so there’s plenty to do<br />
both on and off the slopes.<br />
Festivals & Events<br />
We know what else is hot to do<br />
in Europe so we’ve got festival &<br />
event tours, and some awesome<br />
New Year’s Eve tours including<br />
Hogmanay, so you can ring in<br />
the New Year in style.
europe’s hot in winter<br />
New for 2013 - Europe in winter BUDGET style<br />
Our new winter Budget tours take in some of the best Europe has to offer. 6 tours ranging from 9 to 25 days,<br />
staying in a mix of great hotel and hostel accommodations. See p.96-99 for more.<br />
your backstage pass includes<br />
Exclusive food<br />
Superior Multi-Country and Budget tours include<br />
breakfast each day & lots of dinners, including<br />
authentic restaurants, bistros, trattorias and tavernas.<br />
Our Superior In-Depth Regional trips include even<br />
more local restaurant meals so you can taste the<br />
best local flavors in the places you visit.<br />
We don’t include lunches for a few reasons. We<br />
believe in maximizing your ME Time to allow you to<br />
explore local flavors as you choose. What’s more,<br />
it allows us to ensure that the meals we include are<br />
even better. So don’t sweat a few lunch inclusions<br />
others might offer - our amazing meals are worth<br />
way more than a few generic snacks.<br />
Exclusive Inclusions<br />
You’ll see the best of all the places that we travel -<br />
the best sights are included in the cost of your tour<br />
& lots of extra special experiences too. We’ll show<br />
you all the blockbusters, but better than that we’ll<br />
also get you to the parts of Europe that only a local<br />
friend in the know can open up.<br />
Exclusive accommodations<br />
Our Superior trips are all twin-share hotel<br />
accommodations, every night. It’s all the comforts<br />
that you would expect, and a home away from<br />
home – it’s the perfect place to head back to after a<br />
long day of exploring. Comfort to us means great<br />
facilities you’ll love - like TVs in your room, en-suites,<br />
pools, gyms, bars & free WiFi at most. Bliss.<br />
• Location, location, location!<br />
Staying close to the action is key, so we get you<br />
closer with more central hotels. That means more<br />
time getting out there & less time getting to the<br />
places that count, so you see & experience more.<br />
Like close to Montmartre (home of the Sacre Coeur<br />
& the Moulin Rouge) in Paris, right by Prague’s Old<br />
Town Square & right near the Duomo in Florence.<br />
• Easy access.<br />
You can really live like a local on our trips. Our<br />
hotels have easy access to public transport, so<br />
jump on the Metro, tube or tram & get moving.<br />
Ve Veni ni n ce<br />
Like the Hotel Regent, Rome (just 2 stops on the<br />
Metro to the heart of the city) or Blue Square<br />
Hotel, Amsterdam (a 10 minute tram ride to the<br />
city center).<br />
• ‘No Single Supplements’<br />
Even if you’re planning on leaving your friends at<br />
home, don’t worry. We’ll match you with a<br />
same-sex roommate, so it’s all good. More than<br />
half our travelers are just like you – ready to head<br />
off on their own & experience Europe with young,<br />
fun & like-minded travel buddies.<br />
• ‘A room to myself’ option<br />
If you like the idea of a little more privacy &<br />
comfort, you always have the option of a room all<br />
to yourself for a little extra. Check out the tour price<br />
panels for details. Limited single rooms available.<br />
• New Budget accommodations!<br />
With our 6 new winter Budget tours, you get a<br />
great mix of hostel accommodations and bonus<br />
hotel upgrades, so you get a real taste of<br />
Europe’s diversity.<br />
Exclusive access<br />
Many of the best sights are included in the cost of<br />
your tour (p.16-17) & lots of extra special<br />
experiences too. Plus there’s plenty of ME Time<br />
for you to do the things you like.<br />
Exclusive TEAM<br />
With your expert Tour Manager & Tour Driver at<br />
hand, you’re ready to explore – they’ll tell you all the<br />
hot places to go including the main sights & what’s<br />
off the beaten path too so you can discover your<br />
Europe. Plus, on our Ski trips you’ll have access to our<br />
exclusive On-site team at our Gasthof in Hopfgarten.<br />
We also mix it up with our expert local guides, who<br />
will fast-track you to the best local secrets & info.<br />
Exclusive options<br />
We ensure there’s plenty of time to do what you<br />
want, to customize your trip to you. Choose from<br />
our ME Time optionals or use your free time to chill<br />
out, relax & do what you want.<br />
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WINTER WANDERERIRISH<br />
IRISH<br />
SEA<br />
26 Days<br />
12 countries<br />
From US$3395pp*<br />
US$131 per day<br />
VENICE<br />
backstage pass<br />
Inclusions<br />
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />
sightseeing tour<br />
• Check out Paris from the<br />
top of the Eiffel Tower<br />
• Discover Florence on our<br />
locally guided walking tour<br />
• Rome sightseeing tour<br />
• Private boat through the<br />
canals & islands of Venice<br />
• A moving experience at<br />
the Mauthausen memorial<br />
- plus more<br />
ME Time optionals<br />
Look for the (M) symbol<br />
in the itinerary.<br />
What’s Included:<br />
24 nights twin or triple-share<br />
accommodation:<br />
1 night in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature<br />
Hotel, 23 nights in hotels<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
35 meals:<br />
23 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
12 three-course dinners (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Modern, air-conditioned<br />
coach with power outlets<br />
for charging<br />
Sightseeing tours of all major<br />
cities plus orientations in all<br />
other destinations<br />
Hotel tips, local taxes &<br />
service charges<br />
Ferry crossings<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For all inclusions, ME Time<br />
optionals & full itinerary see<br />
contiki.com/wanderer<br />
13<br />
World Heritage<br />
sites visited<br />
How much<br />
& when<br />
Winter 2013/14 Code: WWHL<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Oct 14 Oct 16 Nov 8 3555<br />
Oct 16 Oct 18 Nov 10 3555<br />
Oct 23 Oct 25 Nov 17 3555<br />
Oct 30 Nov 1 Nov 24 3495<br />
Nov 6 Nov 8 Dec 1 3495<br />
Nov 13 Nov 15 Dec 8 3495<br />
Nov 18 Nov 20 Dec 13 3495<br />
Nov 20 Nov 22 Dec 15 3495<br />
Nov 27 Nov 29 Dec 22 3495<br />
Dec 2 Dec 4 Dec 27 3495<br />
Dec 4 Dec 6 Dec 29 3495<br />
Dec 7 ● Dec 9 Jan 1 3495<br />
Dec 9 ■ Dec 11 Jan 3 3495<br />
Dec 11 ▲ Dec 13 Jan 5 3495<br />
Dec 14 ◆ Dec 16 Jan 8 3595<br />
Dec 16 ✱ Dec 18 Jan 10 3595<br />
Dec 18 ✝ Dec 20 Jan 12 3595<br />
Dec 20 ✚ Dec 22 Jan 14 3595<br />
Dec 22 ▼ Dec 24 Jan 16 3595<br />
Prices above are land only & do not include airfares.<br />
Ask us about great air deals from the USA to & from<br />
all the start/end cities in this brochure.<br />
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />
$ SAVE<br />
Depart Start Finish US$<br />
USA London Ams’dam pp*<br />
or London<br />
2013<br />
Dec 24 ★ Dec 26 Jan 18 3595<br />
Dec 26 ◗ Dec 28 Jan 20 3595<br />
Dec 28 ✤ Dec 30 Jan 22 3595<br />
2014<br />
Dec 30 Jan 1 Jan 24 3595<br />
Jan 1 Jan 3 Jan 26 3595<br />
Jan 3 Jan 5 Jan 28 3595<br />
Jan 5 Jan 7 Jan 30 3595<br />
Jan 8 Jan 10 Feb 2 3595<br />
Jan 15 Jan 17 Feb 9 3595<br />
Jan 22 ✜ Jan 24 Feb 16 3395<br />
Jan 29 Jan 31 Feb 23 3395<br />
Feb 5 Feb 7 Mar 2 3395<br />
Feb 19 Feb 21 Mar 16 3395<br />
Feb 26 Feb 28 Mar 23 3395<br />
Mar 5 Mar 7 Mar 30 3395<br />
Mar 12 Mar 14 Apr 6 3459<br />
Mar 19 Mar 21 Apr 13 3459<br />
traveling solo, we can share you with a same sex<br />
roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).<br />
Single room supplement of US$895 & triple-share<br />
reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share<br />
tour price.<br />
Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx.<br />
10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm<br />
in London.<br />
● Spend New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam.<br />
■ Spend New Year’s Eve in Berlin.<br />
▲ Spend New Year’s Eve in Prague.<br />
◆ Spend New Year’s Eve in Vienna.<br />
✱ Spend New Year’s Eve in Venice.<br />
✝ Spend New Year’s Eve in Rome.<br />
✚ Spend New Year’s Eve in Florence.<br />
▼ Spend New Year’s Eve in the French Riviera.<br />
★ Spend New Year’s Eve in Barcelona.<br />
◗ Spend New Year’s Eve in Lucerne.<br />
✤ Spend New Year’s Eve in Paris.<br />
✜ This tour will be in Venice during the Carnival.<br />
For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />
options see p.116. For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
Pay early & save up to<br />
US$359. See p.27 for details.<br />
1<br />
1<br />
Days 1-2: Depart USA/Arrive<br />
London.<br />
Day 3: London to Paris. Meet<br />
up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> team before<br />
heading to Paris. (D)<br />
• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />
• See the famous icons of Paris<br />
Day 4: Paris. Soak up sophisticated<br />
Paris. (B)<br />
M Parisian cabaret show & threecourse<br />
meal<br />
Day 5: Paris to Lucerne. Pass<br />
through Burgundy to alpine Lucerne.<br />
(B,D)<br />
• See Burgundy vineyards<br />
Day 6: Lucerne. See the beauty of<br />
this lake town. (B,D)<br />
• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge<br />
• View the Lion Monument<br />
M Fondue lunch in a traditional<br />
Swiss restaurant<br />
Day 7: Lucerne to Château<br />
de Fontager. We head back to<br />
France & the beautiful Château de<br />
Fontager. (B,D)<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />
Day 8: Château de Fontager<br />
to Barcelona. Head through<br />
the Pyrénées on the way to<br />
Barcelona. (B,D)<br />
Day 9: Barcelona. Take a<br />
sightseeing tour & tonight, opt for a<br />
flamenco show! (B)<br />
• See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família<br />
& the 1992 Olympic Games<br />
complex<br />
•<br />
Walk through the Gothic Quarter<br />
& La Rambla district<br />
M Flamenco dance show<br />
Day 10: Barcelona to French<br />
Riviera. Travel through Provence,<br />
past Cannes, to the glamorous<br />
resort town of Nice on the French<br />
Riviera. (B,D)<br />
• Scenic drive along the Côte<br />
d’Azur<br />
Day 11: French Riviera. Do as the<br />
locals do - stroll through markets,<br />
check out the many museums &<br />
boutiques. Later, rub shoulders with<br />
the rich & famous in Monaco! (B)<br />
• Visit a French perfumery<br />
• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />
Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />
•<br />
ENGLAND<br />
Wales<br />
London 1<br />
ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />
Pyrenees<br />
Mountains<br />
Places visited<br />
Nightstops<br />
Optional end city<br />
Featured Hotel night<br />
Dover<br />
Calais<br />
Valley of the Somme<br />
FRANCE<br />
2 PARIS<br />
CHATEAU DE<br />
FONTAGER<br />
SPAIN<br />
NORTH SEA<br />
Burgundy Region<br />
1<br />
2 BARCELONA<br />
Day 12: French Riviera to<br />
Florence. Stop in Pisa before<br />
reaching Florence. (B)<br />
• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />
M Entrance to one of the<br />
largest nighclubs & one drink<br />
Day 13: Florence to Rome.<br />
A local guide gives you the<br />
inside track on one of Italy’s<br />
most atmospheric cities. (B,D)<br />
•<br />
See the Duomo, Basilica<br />
Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell<br />
Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />
della Signoria in Florence<br />
• Florentine leather craft<br />
demonstration<br />
• See the famous icons of Rome<br />
• See St. Peter’s Basilica in<br />
Vatican City<br />
Day 14: Rome. Explore the<br />
“Eternal City”. (B)<br />
M Locally guided tour of the<br />
Vatican Museums<br />
Day 15: Rome to Venice. Visit<br />
a designer outlet mall en route<br />
to Venice. (B,D)<br />
Day 16: Venice. Meander<br />
through alleyways & canals of<br />
Venice. (B)<br />
• See the Bridge of Sighs, the<br />
Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s<br />
Square<br />
•<br />
See Venice’s iconic canals<br />
& gondolas<br />
M Gondola ride along the<br />
canals<br />
Day 17: Venice to Vienna.<br />
Ride through the Dolomite<br />
Mountains to Vienna. (B)<br />
Day 18: Vienna. Experience<br />
Vienna on a morning tour. Take<br />
the afternoon to explore the<br />
city’s wealth of music, cafés,<br />
parks & architecture. (B,D)<br />
• See Schönbrunn Palace, St.<br />
Stephen’s Cathedral & the<br />
State Opera House<br />
•<br />
2 AMSTERDAM<br />
BELGIUM<br />
2<br />
FRENCH<br />
RIVIERA<br />
MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
Ruhr Valley<br />
SWITZ<br />
2<br />
LUCERNE<br />
Monaco<br />
Scenic drive along the<br />
GERMANY<br />
MUNICH 1<br />
ITALY<br />
Pisa<br />
historic Ring Road<br />
M Schnaps museum visit<br />
& tasting<br />
Day 19: Vienna to Munich.<br />
Head to Munich, home to the<br />
iconic Oktoberfest. (B)<br />
BERLIN<br />
2<br />
Vatican City<br />
Dresden<br />
Dolomite<br />
Mountains<br />
Slovenia<br />
• Entry into the Mauthausen<br />
memorial<br />
• See the Glockenspiel &<br />
Marienplatz<br />
• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />
Day 20: Munich to Prague.<br />
Wind through the German<br />
countryside to Prague. (B,D)<br />
Day 21: Prague. Discover this<br />
medieval city. (B)<br />
•<br />
•<br />
See Hradčany Castle, the<br />
Cathedral of St. Vitus,<br />
Charles Bridge & Wenceslas<br />
Square<br />
Visit the Old Town Square &<br />
see the Astronomical Clock<br />
M Scenic river cruise with lunch<br />
Day 22: Prague to Berlin.<br />
Bite into some local fare at your<br />
stop in Dresden en route to<br />
über-cool Berlin. (B,D)<br />
•<br />
See the Tiergarten,<br />
Alexanderplatz, Russian War<br />
Memorial, Brandenburg Gate<br />
& historic Reichstag building<br />
Day 23: Berlin. Feel the<br />
historical vibes in everything<br />
from the streets to the grand<br />
monuments. (B)<br />
• Take in commemorative<br />
artwork & the Berlin Wall<br />
•<br />
See the site of Checkpoint<br />
Charlie<br />
M Locally guided historical<br />
walking tour<br />
Day 24: Berlin to<br />
Amsterdam. Motor down<br />
the autobahn to free-wheeling<br />
Amsterdam. (B,D)<br />
• See the city’s canals & gable<br />
houses by night<br />
Day 25: Amsterdam. Check<br />
out Amsterdam’s myriad of<br />
museums, trendy cafés &<br />
notoriously fun nightclubs. (B)<br />
•<br />
Mauthausen<br />
2 VENICE<br />
Barberino<br />
(Designer outlet mall)<br />
1<br />
FLORENCE<br />
2 PRAGUE<br />
2 ROME<br />
CZECH REP<br />
AUSTRIA<br />
ADRIATIC SEA<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Poland<br />
Slovakia<br />
2 VIENNA<br />
Croatia<br />
Hungary<br />
Bosnia<br />
Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />
maker’s house<br />
M Evening canal boat cruise<br />
Day 26: Depart Amsterdam.<br />
Morning transfer to Schiphol<br />
Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or<br />
choose to take a complimentary<br />
transfer to central London &<br />
extend your stay. (B)
Visit contiki.com/ski<br />
ski austria<br />
Start & end in London or hopfgarten<br />
Skiing or boarding in Europe is unbeatable.<br />
From picture perfect ski villages to lots of adventure<br />
activities & the true home of après ski, Hopfgarten<br />
in Austria is the perfect place for a generous dose<br />
of the European mountain lifestyle.<br />
ski plus<br />
coach from london<br />
8/15 nights<br />
From US$665pp*<br />
US$84 per day<br />
ski only<br />
meet us there<br />
7/14 nights<br />
From US$625pp*<br />
US$90 per day<br />
WHY CHOOSE US?<br />
• Stay in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s own Gasthof (guesthouse)<br />
• Hot breakfast included daily<br />
• Exclusive Backstage Pass inclusions<br />
• Flexible 1 & 2 week options<br />
• Great rates for ski essentials like lessons & gear hire<br />
Travel by coach from London or make your own way there<br />
•<br />
How much & when<br />
Code: C7SWBIT Code: C14SWBIT<br />
8 Nights (6 days ski)<br />
Start Finish US$<br />
London London pp*<br />
2013<br />
Dec 13<br />
Dec 20<br />
Dec 27<br />
2014<br />
Dec 21<br />
Dec 28<br />
Jan 4<br />
735<br />
735<br />
735<br />
Jan 3<br />
Jan 10<br />
Jan 17<br />
Jan 24<br />
Jan 31<br />
Feb 7<br />
Feb 14<br />
Feb 21<br />
Feb 28<br />
Jan 11<br />
Jan 18<br />
Jan 25<br />
Feb 1<br />
Feb 8<br />
Feb 15<br />
Feb 22<br />
Mar 1<br />
Mar 8<br />
665<br />
665<br />
665<br />
665<br />
665<br />
665<br />
665<br />
665<br />
665<br />
15 Nights (13 days ski)<br />
Start Finish US$<br />
London London pp*<br />
2013<br />
Dec 13<br />
Dec 20<br />
Dec 27<br />
2014<br />
Dec 28<br />
Jan 4<br />
Jan 12<br />
1255<br />
1255<br />
1255<br />
Jan 3<br />
Jan 10<br />
Jan 17<br />
Jan 24<br />
Jan 31<br />
Feb 7<br />
Feb 14<br />
Feb 21<br />
Jan 18<br />
Jan 25<br />
Jan 1<br />
Feb 8<br />
Feb 15<br />
Feb 22<br />
Mar 1<br />
Mar 8<br />
1139<br />
1139<br />
1139<br />
1139<br />
1139<br />
1139<br />
1139<br />
1139<br />
Note: Ski Plus tours include transfers from London.<br />
Tour starts 7:00pm in London on Fridays & ends approx<br />
10:00pm in London on Saturdays.<br />
* Important: Prices are per person, quad share & don’t<br />
include airfares.<br />
Single supp: 1 week add: US$415. 2 weeks add: US$710.<br />
Twin-share supp: 1 week add: US$165. 2 weeks add: US$285.<br />
Half board supp: 5 nights add: US$69. 10 nights add: US$139.<br />
Accommodation in Hopfgarten village may be used<br />
subject to guest numbers.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
How much & when<br />
Code: CPC7SW Code: CP14SW<br />
7 Nights (6 days ski)<br />
Start Finish US$<br />
Hopfgarten Hopfgarten pp*<br />
2013<br />
Dec 14<br />
Dec 21<br />
Dec 28<br />
2014<br />
Dec 21<br />
Dec 28<br />
Jan 4<br />
695<br />
695<br />
695<br />
Jan 4<br />
Jan 11<br />
Jan 18<br />
Jan 25<br />
Feb 1<br />
Feb 8<br />
Feb 15<br />
Feb 22<br />
Mar 1<br />
Jan 11<br />
Jan 18<br />
Jan 25<br />
Feb 1<br />
Feb 8<br />
Feb 15<br />
Feb 22<br />
Mar 1<br />
Mar 8<br />
625<br />
625<br />
625<br />
625<br />
625<br />
625<br />
625<br />
625<br />
625<br />
14 Nights (13 days ski)<br />
Start Finish US$<br />
Hopfgarten Hopfgarten pp*<br />
2013<br />
Dec 14<br />
Dec 21<br />
Dec 28<br />
2014<br />
Dec 28<br />
Jan 4<br />
Jan 12<br />
1215<br />
1215<br />
1215<br />
Jan 4<br />
Jan 11<br />
Jan 18<br />
Jan 25<br />
Feb 1<br />
Feb 8<br />
Feb 15<br />
Feb 22<br />
Jan 18<br />
Jan 25<br />
Jan 1<br />
Feb 8<br />
Feb 15<br />
Feb 22<br />
Mar 1<br />
Mar 8<br />
1099<br />
1099<br />
1099<br />
1099<br />
1099<br />
1099<br />
1099<br />
1099<br />
Note: Ski Only tours start in Hopfgarten on Saturdays, you<br />
need to provide us with your flight & arrival details approx<br />
21 days before departure.<br />
Check-in starts 2:00pm & check-out is at 9:00am.<br />
* Important: Prices are per person, quad share & don’t<br />
include airfares.<br />
Single supp: 1 week add: US$415. 2 weeks add: US$710.<br />
Twin-share supp: 1 week add: US$165. 2 weeks add: US$285.<br />
Half board supp: 5 nights add: US$69. 10 nights add: US$139.<br />
Accommodation in Hopfgarten village may be used<br />
subject to guest numbers.<br />
For more ways to save see p.27.<br />
For travel insurance see p.115.<br />
SKI PLUS<br />
Ski & Board<br />
Austria<br />
8/15 nights<br />
What’s Included:<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> exclusives including:<br />
FREE ski guide, Salzburg day<br />
trip & <strong>Contiki</strong> ski slam race<br />
Included overnight coach<br />
travel from London<br />
7 or 14 nights accommodation<br />
& breakfast daily<br />
Half board options available<br />
(for a small supplement)<br />
$<br />
SKI ONLY<br />
Ski & Board<br />
Austria<br />
7/14 nights<br />
What’s Included:<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> exclusives including:<br />
FREE ski guide, Salzburg day<br />
trip & <strong>Contiki</strong> ski slam race<br />
FREE coach pickup from<br />
Innsbruck airport or Wörgl<br />
train station (easy access for<br />
Munich or Salzburg airports)<br />
7 or 14 nights accommodation<br />
& breakfast daily<br />
Half board options available<br />
(for a small supplement)<br />
$<br />
SAVE<br />
SAVE<br />
104 | 105<br />
more on<br />
this tour<br />
For full details of our Ski Austria<br />
packages, Ski Welt including<br />
mountain maps, ski hire &<br />
everything you need to know<br />
visit contiki.com/ski<br />
Book a Winter Europe<br />
tour at the same time as a<br />
2 week ski trip & save up<br />
to US$100. See p.27.<br />
Book a Winter Europe<br />
tour at the same time as a<br />
2 week ski trip & save up<br />
to US$100. See p.27.
festivals &<br />
more<br />
special events &<br />
day trips. bbk live.<br />
oktoberfest.<br />
st. patrick’s day.<br />
pamplona & more.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Christmas<br />
We’ve got Christmas trips to<br />
Amsterdam & Paris, so you<br />
can do Christmas <strong>Contiki</strong>-style.<br />
New Year’s Eve trips<br />
Spend New Year’s Eve at the<br />
world’s biggest New Year’s<br />
party, Hogmanay. Or head to<br />
Paris or Amsterdam for New<br />
Year’s good times.<br />
Explore London<br />
& day trips<br />
With so many of our<br />
tours starting in London,<br />
it would be wrong not to<br />
stay longer.<br />
Try our London Explorer<br />
(p.110) or head to Bath,<br />
Windsor or Stonehenge for<br />
the day, at your own pace.
Visit contiki.com/oktoberfest<br />
oktoberfest<br />
start & end in london<br />
or munich<br />
MUNICH<br />
Be part of the world’s biggest festival<br />
of beer & good times at oktoberfest!<br />
Girls grab your dirndl, guys don some<br />
lederhosen & head to Munich. The vibe will<br />
have you indulging in steins, whilst singing &<br />
dancing like only the Germans can. Try wurst,<br />
succulent half-chickens & pretzels & if you feel like<br />
taking a break from the beer halls, head to the<br />
amusement park or market stalls for some action.<br />
With free day trips, breakfast included daily, options<br />
on how you travel, plus our awesome team to<br />
complete the experience, <strong>Contiki</strong> is the only way<br />
to do Oktoberfest.<br />
CAMPING (TENTS)<br />
START & END LONDON<br />
7 days US$545pp<br />
Sept 19th-25th<br />
5 days US$435pp<br />
Sept 26th-30th & Oct 1st-5th<br />
Accommodations: Large twin-share tents with comfy<br />
air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel are required)<br />
Transportation: Return coach transfers from London<br />
to Munich including ferry crossings<br />
Tour starts: 2:00pm & ends approx. 9:00pm-Midnight<br />
START & END MUNICH<br />
6 days US$415pp<br />
Sept 20th-25th<br />
4 days US$299pp<br />
Sept 27th-30th & Oct 2nd-5th<br />
Accommodation: Large twin-share tents with comfy<br />
air mattresses (sleeping bag & towel are required)<br />
Tour starts: 8:00am & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
Go <strong>Contiki</strong> & go your way.<br />
Choose to camp in pre-pitched tents, stay in a<br />
hostel, or take it up a notch on our hotel trips.<br />
Choose to travel on the coach from London, or<br />
make your own way to Munich & join us there.<br />
This event is a must-do with <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
All options include:<br />
• Breakfast daily<br />
• Regular free coach transfers from<br />
accommodation to festival site<br />
BUDGET (hostel)<br />
START & END LONDON<br />
7 days US$719pp<br />
Sept 19th-25th<br />
6 days US$629pp<br />
Sept 24th-29th, Sept 28th-Oct 3rd & Oct 2nd-7th<br />
Accommodations: Multi-share hostel<br />
accommodation (a towel is required)<br />
Transportation: Return coach transfers from<br />
London to Munich including ferry crossings<br />
Tour starts: 7:00pm & ends approx. 9:00pm-Midnight<br />
START & END MUNICH<br />
6 days US$585pp<br />
Sept 20th-25th<br />
5 days US$495pp<br />
Sept 25th-29th, Sept 29th-Oct 3rd & Oct 3rd-7th<br />
Accommodation: Multi-share hostel<br />
accommodation (a towel is required)<br />
Tour starts: 2:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am<br />
106 | 107<br />
• Visit to the moving Dachau concentration<br />
camp memorial<br />
• Orientation tour of Munich.<br />
• Experienced & professional <strong>Contiki</strong> Oktoberfest<br />
Team & Tour Drivers<br />
• <strong>Contiki</strong> Oktoberfest t-shirt<br />
SUPERIOR (hotel)<br />
START & END LONDON<br />
7 days from US$965pp<br />
Sept 19th-25th<br />
6 days US$845pp<br />
Sept 24th-29th, Sept 28th-Oct 3rd & Oct 2nd-7th<br />
Accommodations: Twin or triple-share hotel<br />
accommodation. Singles available for a little extra.<br />
Transportation: Return coach transfers from<br />
London to Munich including ferry crossings<br />
Tour starts: 7:00pm & ends approx. 9:00pm-Midnight<br />
START & END MUNICH<br />
6 days from US$835pp<br />
Sept 20th-25th<br />
5 days from US$709pp<br />
Sept 25th-29th, Sept 29th-Oct 3rd & Oct 3rd-7th<br />
Accommodation: Twin or triple-share hotel<br />
accommodation. Singles available for a little extra.<br />
Tour starts: 2:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am
Visit contiki.com/pamplona<br />
pamplona<br />
running of the bulls<br />
start & end london<br />
or pamplona<br />
three ways to go - all camping<br />
Run! Play your part in Spain’s legendary<br />
San Fermín Fesitval & the famous bull run<br />
through Pamplona’s city streets.<br />
Feel the adrenalin rush as you don your red & white<br />
& literally run for cover - this festival is not to be<br />
missed. With our extra special inclusions like a<br />
welcome party, free transfers to & from the city, hot<br />
breakfasts daily, included funky festival t-shirts, great<br />
party nights & pre-pitched tents, it’s too easy.<br />
Plus there’s 3 ways to go.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> is the only way to do Pamplona!<br />
All options include:<br />
• Campsite accommodation with access to the pool,<br />
bar, restaurant & shop facilities<br />
• Large twin-share tents & comfy air mattresses -<br />
already set up for you<br />
• Continental & hot breakfasts daily<br />
• Welcome dinner & sangria party<br />
• Morning coach transfers to the bull run, plus regular<br />
free transfers to Pamplona’s city center throughout<br />
the day<br />
• Walking tour of Pamplona - see Plaza de Castillo,<br />
the Baroque town hall, Estafeta Street & the<br />
famous bullring<br />
• Experienced & professional <strong>Contiki</strong> Pamplona Team<br />
& Tour Drivers<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Running of the Bulls t-shirt & pañuelo<br />
opening week middle week<br />
START & END LONDON START & END LONDON<br />
7 days US$565pp<br />
Jul 3rd-9th<br />
Accommodations: Large twin-share tents<br />
with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel<br />
are required)<br />
Transportation: Return coach transfers from<br />
London to Pamplona including ferry crossings<br />
Tour starts: 9:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am<br />
•<br />
closing week<br />
START & END LONDON<br />
START & END pamplona START & END pamplona START & END pamplona<br />
5 days US$415pp<br />
Jul 4th-8th<br />
Accommodations: Large twin-share tents<br />
with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel<br />
are required)<br />
Tour starts: 5:00pm & ends approx. 12:00 noon<br />
6 days US$465pp<br />
Jul 8th-13th<br />
Accommodations: Large twin-share tents<br />
with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel<br />
are required)<br />
Transportation: Return coach transfers from<br />
London to Pamplona including ferry crossings<br />
Tour starts: 9:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am<br />
4 days US$309pp<br />
Jul 9th-12th<br />
Accommodations: Large twin-share tents<br />
with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel<br />
are required)<br />
Tour starts: 5:00pm & ends approx. 12:00 noon<br />
6 days US$465pp<br />
Jul 11th-16th<br />
Accommodations: Large twin-share tents<br />
with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel<br />
are required)<br />
Transportation: Return coach transfers from<br />
London to Pamplona including ferry crossings<br />
Tour starts: 9:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am<br />
4 days US$329pp<br />
Jul 12th-15th<br />
Accommodations: Large twin-share tents<br />
with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel<br />
are required)<br />
Tour starts: 5:00pm & ends approx. 12:00 noon
Visit contiki.com/pamplona-bilbao<br />
pamplona & bilbao BBK live<br />
two ways to go!<br />
Bilbao BBK Live, Spain’s<br />
#1 music festival & the<br />
legendary Pamplona<br />
Running of the Bulls<br />
are all yours on THESE<br />
combined trips.<br />
Visit contiki.com/bilbao<br />
SUPERIOR (hotel)<br />
START pamplona<br />
end bilbao<br />
7 days from US$1029pp<br />
Jul 8th-14th<br />
Accommodations: Twin or triple-share hotel<br />
accommodations. Singles available for a little extra.<br />
Tour starts: 4:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am<br />
backstage pass inclusions<br />
bilbao BBK live<br />
•<br />
•<br />
Experienced & professional <strong>Contiki</strong> Tour Manager<br />
City center hotel accommodations, walking<br />
distance from the action<br />
Welcome party<br />
Walking tours of Pamplona & Bilbao<br />
Running of the Bulls t-shirt & pañuelo<br />
3 breakfasts<br />
Private coach transfer from Pamplona to Bilbao<br />
3-day festival ticket to BBK Live<br />
With 360 0 views over Bilbao in sunny Spain,<br />
BBK attracts the big names, but has an intimate<br />
festival feeling you’ll love.<br />
See acts spread across the 3 main stages,<br />
WITH previous years featuring Radiohead,<br />
Coldplay, The Kooks, Kasabian, Mumford &<br />
Sons, The Chemical Brothers, Pearl Jam,<br />
Red Hot Chili Peppers & more.<br />
Keep updated oN 2013 at contiki.com/bilbao<br />
camping<br />
START & END LONDON<br />
8 days US$719pp<br />
Jul 8th-15th<br />
Accommodations: Large twin-share tents with<br />
comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel<br />
are required)<br />
Transportation: Return coach transfers from<br />
London to Pamplona including ferry crossings<br />
Tour starts: 9:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am<br />
START pamplona<br />
end bilbao<br />
6 days US$615pp<br />
Jul 9th-14th<br />
Accommodations: Large twin-share tents with<br />
comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel<br />
are required)<br />
Tour starts: 5:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am<br />
backstage pass inclusions<br />
•<br />
•<br />
SUPERIOR (hotel)<br />
START & END BILBAO<br />
backstage pass inclusions<br />
•<br />
108 | 109<br />
All inclusions as on p.164 in Pamplona<br />
Private coach transfer from Pamplona to Bilbao<br />
3-day festival ticket to BBK Live<br />
Exclusive <strong>Contiki</strong> camping area (pre-set up)<br />
next to the festival site<br />
On-site <strong>Contiki</strong> Bilbao Team<br />
Hot breakfast daily<br />
Walking tour of Bilbao<br />
5 days from US$775pp<br />
Jul 10th-14th<br />
Accommodations: Twin or triple-share hotel<br />
accommodations. Singles available for a little extra.<br />
Tour starts: 4.00pm & ends approx. 10.00am<br />
Central city hotel accommodations<br />
Welcome party in Bilbao<br />
3-day festival ticket to BBK Live<br />
Regular free shuttles up to the festival grounds<br />
Experienced & professional <strong>Contiki</strong> Tour Manager<br />
1 breakfast<br />
City walking tour
Visit contiki.com/london-explorer<br />
contiki’s london<br />
london explorer<br />
3 or 5 days<br />
Want to do London at your own pace? Grab a<br />
value-packed collection of extras, activities &<br />
great accommodations with our 2 & 4 night<br />
Explorer packages. You can take one before or<br />
after your tour. From US$285pp<br />
How much & when<br />
Summer (4/1/13 - 10/31/13) Winter (1/1/13 - 3/31/14)<br />
Royal 2 Nights 4 Nights Royal 2 Nights 4 Nights<br />
National M3LPR M5LPR National M3LPR M5LPR<br />
Triple-share US$305 US$625 Triple-share US$285 US$595<br />
Twin-share US$339 US$705 Twin-share US$309 US$645<br />
Imperial 2 Nights 4 Nights Imperial 2 Nights 4 Nights<br />
Hotel M3LPI M5LPI Hotel M3LPI M5LPI<br />
Twin-share US$385 US$785 Twin-share US$365 US$735<br />
Single US$479 US$959 Single US$425 US$859<br />
No <strong>Contiki</strong> Tour Manager is included in this package.<br />
All rooms have private facilities. You choose the dates to<br />
take the day trips & theater show on.<br />
edinburgh festival<br />
& military tattoo<br />
Against the backdrop of the spectacular hilltop<br />
castle is Scotland’s famous Edinburgh Military<br />
Tattoo. Enjoy a locally guided city tour & an<br />
included ticket to the closing night of the tattoo.<br />
A number of our Great Britain & Scotland tours<br />
are also in Edinburgh during the event – so check<br />
out departure dates on p.52-54.<br />
4 days US$465pp<br />
This trip starts & ends in London<br />
Aug 23rd - 26th 2013<br />
Accommodation:<br />
Single rooms with shared facilities<br />
Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 9:00pm<br />
Visit contiki.com/tattoo for more<br />
What’s Included:<br />
2 night package<br />
2 nights accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
Continental breakfast daily<br />
Retu r n H e a t hrow air p o r t<br />
transfer on the London<br />
Underground<br />
Open top bus tour<br />
London theater show<br />
tickets (stalls or dress circle)<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Basement team<br />
“Welcome to London”<br />
info booklet<br />
4 night package<br />
All 2 night inclusions above<br />
4 nights accommodation<br />
(more on p.30-31)<br />
2 day Underground<br />
& bus pass<br />
Day trip & entry fee to<br />
Stonehenge<br />
Audio guided tour of the<br />
Roman Baths, Bath<br />
short stays<br />
& day trips<br />
ROYAL ASCOT<br />
Try one of our day festivals for a great day<br />
out in London! With Royal Ascot - get your<br />
glam gear on & rub shoulders with the rich<br />
& famous at this ultimate British day out.<br />
Keep an eye on contiki.com for more day<br />
festivals & events.<br />
US$149pp<br />
Visit contiki.com/day-fest for more<br />
london BASEMENT<br />
It’s easy to get to the <strong>Contiki</strong> Basement.<br />
It’s conveniently located at the Royal<br />
National Hotel, Bedford Way, London,<br />
WC1H 0DG. It’s a few minute’s walk<br />
from Russell Square Underground<br />
Station, so it’s nice & central.<br />
It’s also the departure point for all our<br />
tours that start in London.<br />
From London Heathrow<br />
Take the Piccadilly Underground Line from<br />
Heathrow direct to Russell Square. From there<br />
it’s just a short walk. Or, take the Heathrow<br />
Express to London Paddington Station & a<br />
taxi to the Royal National Hotel.<br />
From London Gatwick<br />
Take the Gatwick Express train direct to<br />
London Victoria Station, then a taxi to the<br />
Royal National Hotel.<br />
From London Stansted<br />
Take the Stansted Express train direct to<br />
Liverpool Street Station, then a taxi to the<br />
Royal National Hotel.<br />
Or you can try to navigate the Underground.<br />
There are maps at every Underground<br />
station, or ask one of the station staff to<br />
point you in the right direction.<br />
With so much going on in London,<br />
why not check it out for yourself.<br />
Our great hotel rates make staying<br />
longer in London easy.<br />
Getting there (for both hotels):<br />
From Heathrow Airport catch the Piccadilly<br />
Underground Line to Russell Square station<br />
(approx. £6) - travel time approx. 1 hour.<br />
The hotel is a short walk from the station.<br />
From Gatwick or Stansted airports, catch<br />
a train into central London & then catch a<br />
taxi to the hotel.<br />
NGTON SQUARE<br />
GORDON SQUARE<br />
BEDFORD WAY<br />
INSTITUTE<br />
OF<br />
EDUCATION<br />
THORNHAUGH ST<br />
ROYAL<br />
NATIONAL<br />
HOTEL<br />
BURN PL RUSSELL SQUARE<br />
RUSSELL SQUARE<br />
CORAM ST<br />
HERBRAND ST<br />
RUSSELL SQUARE<br />
GARDENS<br />
Basement Hours of Operation<br />
May to Sept: 9:00am - 8:00pm<br />
Oct to April: 11:00am - 7:00pm<br />
london stay longer<br />
HOTEL<br />
RUSSELL<br />
BED<br />
RCHMONT ST<br />
BERNARD ST<br />
IMPERIAL<br />
HOTEL<br />
HORSE HOSP<br />
GUILFORD ST<br />
Royal National Hotel: Bedford Way,<br />
WC1H 0DG, London. Tel: +44 207 637 2488<br />
Accommodation is based on twin or<br />
triple-share.<br />
Summer stay longer rate: Triple US$59 Twin US$79<br />
Winter stay longer rate: Triple US$59 Twin US$75<br />
Imperial Hotel:<br />
Russell Square, WC1B 5BB, London.<br />
Tel: +44 207 837 3655<br />
Accommodation is based on single or<br />
twin-share.<br />
Summer stay longer rate: Single US$145 Twin US$99<br />
Winter stay longer rate: Single US$120 Twin US$85<br />
easter in<br />
amsterdam<br />
Be part of a 4 day Easter party with<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> in the happening city of<br />
Amsterdam. Take a bike ride or canal<br />
cruise then explore the city’s many<br />
museums, like Van Gogh or even the<br />
home of Heineken! Or take time to<br />
relax & enjoy one of the city’s many<br />
cafés & restaurants.<br />
4 days US$365pp<br />
This trip starts & ends in London<br />
Mar 29th - Apr 1st 2013<br />
Accommodation:<br />
Multi-share (max 6 to a room)<br />
Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 6:30pm<br />
Visit contiki.com/easter for more
christmas in<br />
paris<br />
4 Days<br />
From US$515pp<br />
US$129 per day<br />
Visit contiki.com/paris-christmas<br />
christmas in<br />
4 Days<br />
From US$410pp*<br />
US$103 per day<br />
Visit contiki.com/amsterdam-christmas<br />
start & end in<br />
london or PARIS<br />
amsterdam<br />
start & end in<br />
london or AMSTERDAM<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Day 1: London to Paris<br />
(or meet in Paris)<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team in London before<br />
heading for a taste of how<br />
the French do Christmas.<br />
Tonight we’ll tour the city<br />
icons like the Arc de<br />
Triomphe & Eiffel Tower.<br />
Day 2: Paris Today<br />
is yours! From peoplewatching<br />
to the city’s<br />
museums & art, there’s so<br />
much to see. Maybe ask<br />
your Tour Manager where’s<br />
best to experience the cool<br />
pre-Christmas vibes. (B)<br />
Day 3: Paris Joyeux Noël!<br />
Get a truly unique Parisian<br />
experience to remember<br />
on an included cruise down<br />
the River Seine, or maybe<br />
Day 1: London to<br />
Amsterdam<br />
(or meet in Amsterdam)<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team as we make our way<br />
to Amsterdam to start your<br />
Christmas, Dutch-style. On<br />
arrival, we’ll show you the<br />
sights on a walking tour<br />
of the infamous Red Light<br />
District. (D)<br />
Day 2: Amsterdam<br />
Head out & explore in your<br />
own time today. Maybe rent<br />
a bike, go shopping, relax at<br />
a café or check out a gallery.<br />
take in the epic views<br />
from the top of the Eiffel<br />
Tower. Later, indulge in a<br />
delicious French Christmas<br />
feast & wine as you<br />
celebrate with your new<br />
travel buddies. (B,D)<br />
Day 4: Paris to London<br />
It’s time to say ‘au revoir’<br />
to the city this morning as<br />
we head back to London,<br />
where your tour ends upon<br />
arrival. (B)<br />
ME Time<br />
optionals<br />
Cabaret show & glass<br />
of champagne<br />
Tonight, grab a bite at one of<br />
the many local restaurants &<br />
then get the Christmas spirit<br />
going by heading out to a<br />
local bar or nightclub. (B)<br />
Day 3: Amsterdam<br />
Gelukkig Kerstfeest! Take it<br />
easy this morning before<br />
indulging in a delicious<br />
Christmas feast. Get into<br />
the Christmas spirit with your<br />
travel buddies & maybe take<br />
a canal cruise of the city. (B,L)<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam to<br />
London This morning we<br />
head back to London, where<br />
your tour ends on arrival. (B)<br />
110 | 111<br />
What’s Included:<br />
3 nights twin-share hotel<br />
accommodation in Paris<br />
4 meals:<br />
3 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
1 three-course dinner (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Inclusions & sightseeing<br />
as detailed<br />
Code: WPXM<br />
Start Finish Twin Single<br />
London London US$ pp US$ pp<br />
2013<br />
Dec 23 Dec 26 515 680<br />
If you are traveling solo, we can set<br />
you up with a same-sex roommate at<br />
no extra charge.<br />
Start 8:00am & end approx. 6:30pm.<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
ME Time<br />
optionals<br />
Evening boat cruise<br />
along the canals<br />
What’s Included:<br />
3 nights twin- or quad-share<br />
hotel accommodation<br />
5 meals: 3 continental breakfasts<br />
(B), 1 lunch (L), 1 three-course<br />
dinner (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Inclusions & sightseeing<br />
as detailed<br />
Code: WAXM<br />
Start<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Finish<br />
London<br />
Twin Quad<br />
US$ pp* US$ pp*<br />
Dec 23 Dec 26 465 410<br />
* Prices above are twin-share or quadshare.<br />
If you are traveling solo, we can<br />
set you up with a same-sex roommate<br />
at no extra charge.<br />
Single room supplement US$145.<br />
Start 8:00am & end approx. 6:30pm.
NEW YEAR’s in<br />
paris<br />
4 Days<br />
From US$515pp<br />
US$129 per day<br />
Visit contiki.com/paris<br />
NEW YEAR’s in<br />
amsterdam<br />
4 Days<br />
From US$460pp*<br />
US$115 per day<br />
Visit contiki.com/amsterdam<br />
start & end in<br />
london or PARIS<br />
start & end in<br />
london or AMSTERDAM<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Day 1: London to Paris<br />
(or meet in Paris)<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team in London before<br />
making your way across the<br />
Channel to the chic French<br />
capital. Soak up the stylish<br />
Parisian atmosphere on an<br />
evening “City of Lights” tour.<br />
You’ll see all the icons like<br />
the Arc de Triomphe & the<br />
unforgettable Eiffel Tower.<br />
Day 2: Paris<br />
The city is yours to explore.<br />
Walk down the Champs-<br />
Élysées, visit one of the<br />
city’s many museums or<br />
take a seat in a typical<br />
Parisian café & people<br />
watch. Tonight there’s the<br />
option to see a famous<br />
Parisian cabaret show. (B)<br />
Day 1: London to<br />
Amsterdam<br />
(or meet in Amsterdam)<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team & travel to Amsterdam,<br />
one of Europe’s New Year’s<br />
party hot spots. Tonight<br />
enjoy dinner at the hotel<br />
before our walking tour takes<br />
you through the infamous<br />
Red Light District. (D)<br />
Day 2: Amsterdam<br />
This morning enjoy some<br />
sightseeing with free time<br />
to explore on your own.<br />
Shop on the Kalverstraat,<br />
get a culture fix at a gallery<br />
or head to the cafés &<br />
restaurants & get amongst<br />
the atmosphere Tonight,<br />
there’s the option to get a<br />
different angle on the city<br />
on a canal cruise. (B)<br />
Day 3: New Year’s Eve in<br />
Amsterdam<br />
Take time to explore even<br />
Day 3: New Year’s Eve<br />
in Paris<br />
This morning see a different<br />
side of the city with a cruise<br />
along the River Seine. Start<br />
the day off right & indulge<br />
in lunch with the group<br />
before kicking off your New<br />
Year celebrations. (B,L)<br />
Day 4: Paris to London<br />
Happy New Year! Say ‘au<br />
revoir’ before we journey<br />
to Calais to catch the ferry<br />
back to London where the<br />
tour ends on arrival. (B)<br />
ME Time<br />
optionals<br />
Cabaret show & glass<br />
of champagne<br />
What’s Included:<br />
3 nights twin-share hotel<br />
accommodation in Paris<br />
4 meals:<br />
3 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
1 lunch (L)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Inclusions & sightseeing<br />
as detailed<br />
Code: WPNY<br />
Start Finish Twin Single<br />
London London US$ pp US$ pp<br />
2013<br />
Dec 29 Jan 1 515 680<br />
If you are traveling solo, we can set<br />
you up with a same-sex roommate at no<br />
extra charge.<br />
Start 8:00am & end approx. 6:30pm.<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
more of the city your way.<br />
Shop, people-watch, or hit<br />
the park. Tonight start the<br />
New Year celebrations as<br />
we make our way to a local<br />
bar for some included drinks<br />
before experiencing the<br />
awesome vibes that make<br />
the city go off! (B)<br />
Day 4: Amsterdam to<br />
London<br />
Welcome 2014! This<br />
morning say farewell to<br />
Amsterdam as we make our<br />
way back to London where<br />
your tour ends on arrival. (B)<br />
ME Time<br />
optionals<br />
Evening boat cruise<br />
along the canals<br />
What’s Included:<br />
3 nights twin- or quad-share hotel<br />
accommodation in Amsterdam<br />
4 meals:<br />
3 continental breakfasts (B),<br />
1 three-course dinner (D)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Inclusions & sightseeing as<br />
detailed<br />
Code: WANY<br />
Start<br />
London<br />
2013<br />
Finish<br />
London<br />
Twin Quad<br />
US$ pp* US$ pp*<br />
Dec 29 Jan 1 505 460<br />
* Prices above are twin-share or quad-share.<br />
For single room supplement add US$159 to<br />
twin-share price. If you are traveling solo, we<br />
can set you up with a same-sex roommate<br />
at no extra charge.<br />
Start 8:00am & end approx. 6:30pm.
hogmanay<br />
start & end in london or edinburgh<br />
4 Days<br />
From US$560pp*<br />
US$140 per day<br />
Visit contiki.com/hogmanay<br />
st. start & end in london or dublin<br />
patrick’s day<br />
4 Days<br />
From US$369pp*<br />
US$93 per day<br />
CHOOSE TO STAY IN A<br />
HOTEL OR HOSTEL<br />
Visit contiki.com/dublin<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
Day 1: London to<br />
Edinburgh (or meet in<br />
Edinburgh)<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team in London before<br />
heading to Edinburgh for<br />
Hogmanay. Or meet us<br />
there! The Scottish really<br />
know how to party &<br />
Edinburgh pulls out all the<br />
stops for good times. We’ll<br />
take a city walking tour,<br />
then head to a local pub to<br />
let the fun begin.<br />
Day 2: New Year’s Eve in<br />
Edinburgh<br />
Enjoy a late start today.<br />
Stroll down Princes Street &<br />
the Royal Mile & get some<br />
pics outside or tour<br />
Edinburgh’s famous Castle.<br />
You could go on the Winter<br />
Wonderland rides, or give<br />
some haggis a try. Tonight<br />
get ready to hit the streets<br />
at the world’s biggest New<br />
Year party! (B)<br />
Day 3: Edinburgh<br />
Take the day to chill, or<br />
check out the Loony Dook,<br />
where punters jump in the<br />
freezing waters of the Firth<br />
of Forth. You could head to<br />
Day 1: London to Dublin<br />
(or meet in Dublin)<br />
Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
team this morning in<br />
London (or join us later in<br />
Dublin). Dublin is the<br />
ultimate place to celebrate<br />
St. Patrick’s day. Tonight,<br />
get the party started with<br />
a night out on the town.<br />
Day 2: Dublin<br />
This morning we’ll show you<br />
the sights on our walking<br />
tour, topped off with a visit<br />
to the Guinness Storehouse,<br />
where you can try the<br />
ultimate Irish drop at the<br />
SkyBar, with its 360-degree<br />
city views. With a free<br />
afternoon, go local &<br />
explore, or head to the<br />
popular Temple Bar district<br />
Stirling Castle & hear the<br />
legend of William Wallace<br />
of Braveheart, or simply get<br />
back out & party until the<br />
‘wee’ hours. (B)<br />
Day 4: Edinburgh to<br />
London (or end<br />
Edinburgh)<br />
Chill or get some much<br />
needed sleep on the<br />
coach as your tour ends<br />
on arrival in London. Or if<br />
staying on in Edinburgh,<br />
your tour ends after<br />
breakfast. (B)<br />
ME Time<br />
optionals<br />
Day trip to Stirling<br />
Castle<br />
& get amongst the buzzing<br />
pub vibes found here. (B)<br />
Day 3: Dublin<br />
Today is going to be epic, as<br />
you take part in Ireland’s<br />
biggest annual party, where<br />
locals & travelers take to the<br />
streets to celebrate like only<br />
the Irish can. With packed<br />
streets, singing, dancing &<br />
good times all day & all<br />
night, live it just like the<br />
locals! (B)<br />
Day 4: Dublin to London<br />
(or end Dublin)<br />
Chill or get some much<br />
needed sleep on the coach<br />
as your tour ends on arrival<br />
in London. Or if you’re<br />
staying on in Dublin, your<br />
tour ends after breakfast. (B)<br />
112 | 113<br />
What’s Included:<br />
3 nights multi-share (up to 8 people)<br />
hostel accommodation in Edinburgh.<br />
3 continental breakfasts (B)<br />
An experienced & professional<br />
Tour Manager & Driver team<br />
Inclusions & sightseeing as<br />
detailed<br />
Code: CCHO<br />
Start Finish Twin Total cost<br />
London London US$ pp* US$ pp*<br />
2013<br />
Dec 30 Jan 2 605 605<br />
* Price above is multi-share & includes the<br />
coach from London. For our ‘meet us there’<br />
option where you join the trip in Edinburgh,<br />
deduct US$45 from price above.<br />
Start 6:45am in London or approx. 7:00pm<br />
in Edinburgh & end 8:00am in Edinburgh or<br />
approx. 9:00pm in London.<br />
Itinerary & Sightseeing<br />
What’s Included:<br />
3 nights twin-share hotel<br />
accommodation OR<br />
3 nights multi-share<br />
(up to 8 people) hostel<br />
accommodation - choice of<br />
ensuite or shared facilities<br />
3 breakfasts (B)<br />
Tour Manager & Driver<br />
Inclusions & sightseeing as<br />
detailed<br />
Code: WWPH (Hotel)<br />
Start Finish Total cost<br />
London London US$ pp*<br />
Mar 15 Mar 18 559<br />
* Price above is twin-share & includes the<br />
coach from London.<br />
Single room supplement of US$285.<br />
Triple-share reduction of US$49.<br />
Start in Dublin deduct US$60.<br />
Start 6:45am London or approx. 7:00pm<br />
Dublin & end approx. 10:00am Dublin or<br />
8:00pm London.<br />
Code: WWPT (Hostel)<br />
Start Finish Shared Ensuite<br />
London London US$ pp* US$ pp*<br />
2013<br />
Mar 15 Mar 18 429 465<br />
* Price above are multi-share with shared<br />
facilities & includes the coach from London.<br />
For our ‘meet us there’ option where you<br />
join the trip in Dublin, deduct US$60 from<br />
price above. Ensuite supp. US$36.<br />
Start 6:45am in London or approx. 7:00pm<br />
in Dublin & end approx. 10:00am in Dublin<br />
or 8:00pm in London.<br />
You will need to bring your own towel.
got a question?<br />
Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know:<br />
What’s included?<br />
• Coach, train, air transfers & ferry transportation<br />
as specified.<br />
• Accommodations, breakfast, lunch & evening<br />
meals as detailed under ‘What’s Included’ on<br />
tour pages & the Backstage Pass includes section.<br />
• Sightseeing as detailed on p.16-17 & in the<br />
itineraries on the tour pages. Unless specified,<br />
entrance fees are not included.<br />
• Experienced team as detailed on p.14-15<br />
& on tour pages.<br />
What’s not included?<br />
• Personal expense money.<br />
• Visas, personal insurance, medical fees.<br />
• Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than<br />
those specified on tour pages.<br />
• Whitewater rafting, gondola rides, etc.<br />
• All other meals not specified under<br />
“What’s Included”.<br />
• Anything else not listed in the “What’s<br />
Included” section on itinerary pages .<br />
included flights<br />
Flights as specified on individual tour itineraries<br />
are included as part of the price. As detailed within<br />
our Booking Conditions (p.117) under ‘General’<br />
we rely on international conventions regarding<br />
air travel & other transportation as specified.<br />
Through enrolment & payment for your tour you<br />
acknowledge & accept such. Individual electronic<br />
tickets may not be issued to you prior to travel due<br />
to the group nature of the air/flight booking. In such<br />
circumstances you acknowledge that by receipt<br />
of any applicable boarding pass &/or by boarding<br />
the aircraft you have accepted the airlines terms &<br />
conditions of travel & the application of all relevant<br />
International Conventions & applicable national &<br />
international law governing air transportation.<br />
Where will I stay?<br />
SUPERIOR TOURS:<br />
Accommodations are in superior tourist class<br />
hotels, ships & trains. These are described on<br />
p.30-31 & on individual tour pages. On trains in<br />
Egypt, two people share a two-berth couchette &<br />
facilities are shared. Other train journeys are as<br />
detailed in individual itineraries.<br />
On overnight ferries, tours are provided with<br />
allocated seating on deck.<br />
Depending on the numbers & configuration on<br />
your tour, availability of singles can sometimes<br />
be limited in some locations. On certain<br />
occasions, alternative hotels to those listed in this<br />
brochure may be used. While it is our intention to<br />
use hotels of a similar standard & location, no<br />
liability can be accepted for any variation of<br />
either. Twin-share means 2 people sharing, either<br />
traveling together or as a twin-share same-sex<br />
room match. Triple-share means 3 people<br />
sharing, either traveling together or as a<br />
triple-share same-sex roommates.<br />
BUDGET TOURS:<br />
Your accommodations are a combination of<br />
cabins in <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages, hostels, hotels, guest<br />
houses & Special Stopovers depending on the type<br />
of tour you select. Refer to p.82-83 & individual<br />
tour pages for details. On overnight ferries, tours<br />
are provided with allocated seating on deck.<br />
On certain occasions alternative<br />
accommodations to those listed in this brochure<br />
may be used. While it is our intention to use<br />
accommodations of a similar standard &<br />
location, no liability can be accepted for any<br />
variation of either.<br />
• Special Stopover accommodations are a<br />
combination of twin & quad-share but never<br />
more than 4 people sharing. You must bring<br />
your own sleeping bag & towel. Stopovers are<br />
NOT hotels & you will be asked to assist with<br />
serving meals & washing up. All stopovers have<br />
hot water, showers & a bar, some have clothes<br />
washing facilities.<br />
• <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages provide accommodations in<br />
cabins, in Europe’s best campsites each with<br />
private facilities. You must bring your own<br />
sleeping bag & towel. You will be asked to assist<br />
with various tasks such as serving meals &<br />
washing up on a couple of occasions.<br />
CRUISES:<br />
Refer to p.70-71 for details of accommodations<br />
on the Louis Hellenic Cruise ships, p.73-75 for<br />
details of accommodations on Croatian Island<br />
Cruising & p.72 for Turkish Sailing tours. Cruise<br />
companies reserve the right to change itinerary<br />
& ports due to poor weather.<br />
SKI & BOARD VACATIONS:<br />
Both our ski & board packages stay at our <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Special Stopover, our Austrian Gasthof. Refer to<br />
p.105 for details.<br />
FESTIVALS:<br />
Some tours offer ‘multi-share’ accomodations.<br />
These rooms maybe for up to 8 people with<br />
shared facilities & at times may be mixed gender.<br />
Will I get more<br />
information?<br />
Upon receipt of final payment, your tour<br />
documentation will be released 21 days prior to<br />
your departure. You’ll receive a copy of <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
‘Travelers Guide’- an information book about<br />
your vacation & Europe. You’ll also receive a<br />
comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including<br />
full details & costs of all optional activities<br />
available on your tour. Your free <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
document wallet* & luggage tag will be sent to<br />
you with your travel documents. The wallet is a<br />
safe place for your tickets & passport.<br />
* <strong>Contiki</strong> reserves the right to substitute an<br />
alternative travel accessory for the <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
document wallet.<br />
How much money<br />
do I need?<br />
You should be able to use debit & credit cards<br />
for most items. You’ll need to allow enough<br />
money to cover meals where not included<br />
(breakfast, lunch & dinner), souvenirs, shopping,<br />
drinks, ME Time optional excursions & activities,<br />
entrance fees to attractions & evening<br />
entertainment.<br />
It is advisable to start your tour with some cash<br />
in local currencies such as Euro, Swiss Franc &<br />
Great British Pounds.<br />
me time Optional<br />
Activities<br />
WHEN DO I CHOOSE?<br />
Optionals are arranged & paid for on tour. By<br />
leaving the final decisions until then you can<br />
choose at the same time as your new friends.<br />
You’ll get great value as we get you great rates<br />
& your Tour Manager can offer personal advice.<br />
Some activities are seasonal & weather<br />
dependent as well.<br />
HOW DO I PAY?<br />
You pay on tour in cash (Euro, Swiss Francs,<br />
Great British Pounds or US Dollars only,<br />
depending on the activity).<br />
Past traveler<br />
5% discount<br />
Eligibility for this discount is based on clients<br />
having booked & traveled with <strong>Contiki</strong> (or one<br />
of our Travel Corporation sister brands, visit<br />
www.thetravelcorporation.com for details)<br />
within 5 years of their last tour. Clients must<br />
have completed a tour before they can redeem<br />
the discount on a subsequent tour booking. Only<br />
one discount can be redeemed per past traveler<br />
annually. A deposit must be received before the<br />
discount can be applied to the booking. It is not<br />
available on pre- & post-tour accommodation<br />
rates & other selected products. The discount<br />
applies to brochured prices only & cannot be<br />
combined with any non-brochured special<br />
market promotions.<br />
Brochure authenticity<br />
We have put a great deal of effort into<br />
producing this brochure. The information given<br />
& literature produced by <strong>Contiki</strong> has been<br />
compiled with care & is published in good faith<br />
(this includes contiki.com & our e-brochures).<br />
Sometimes, because of circumstances outside<br />
our control, we have to alter some activities due<br />
to seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, etc.,<br />
especially early or late in the season. If this<br />
happens, alternatives will be arranged.<br />
no mandatory tipping -<br />
reward only excellence!<br />
Every country in the world has different tipping<br />
policies & in Europe, within service industries,<br />
tipping is common practice. Tipping is totally<br />
optional & only given if you feel the service has<br />
exceeded your expectations.<br />
If you think your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team have done an<br />
exceptional job then you may wish to tip them.<br />
This is entirely discretionary – it’s completely<br />
up to you. No mandatory tipping - reward<br />
only excellence!<br />
Booking Security<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> has been running tours for young people<br />
since 1962 & is a member of the United States<br />
Tour Operators Association (USTOA). USTOA<br />
includes all the major tour operators who are<br />
financially bonded for your security & who maintain<br />
the highest standards. <strong>Contiki</strong> is also a member of<br />
the National Tour Association (NTA) & the<br />
American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA). With the<br />
guarantees of these organizations, you know your<br />
vacation & money are secure with <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
Online check-in<br />
It is strongly recommended that you check in to<br />
your tour prior to departure at contiki.com/<br />
checkin. Checking in will you save time on your<br />
first day of tour, give you essential information<br />
& also ensure that <strong>Contiki</strong> can contact you in<br />
the unlikely event of any changes to your trip<br />
due to matters out of our control. For more<br />
information on how to get more before & after<br />
your tour see p.24.<br />
How much luggage<br />
can I bring?<br />
On our tours, luggage is restricted to a maximum<br />
suitcase size of 29” x 20” x 10” (73cm x 50cm x<br />
25cm) & maximum weight of 44lbs (20 kg) plus<br />
one small hand/day bag that can go on the<br />
coach with you.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> reserves the right to refuse to accept<br />
larger & heavier suitcases on tour.<br />
On Budget tours you’ll need a sleeping bag (which<br />
can be purchased from <strong>Contiki</strong> in London, if<br />
necessary) & a towel, unless otherwise indicated.<br />
On Ski vacations you may bring one pair of ski<br />
boots & skis or a snowboard. Any luggage over<br />
the restricted size or amount can be stored with<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> in London at a small charge. Baggage is<br />
carried at the owner’s risk & baggage insurance<br />
is strongly recommended.<br />
Do I need vaccinations?<br />
At the time this brochure went to press (September,<br />
2012), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it<br />
is wise to check up-to-date information with your<br />
travel agent prior to departure. Don’t forget to<br />
bring with you any medication that you may<br />
require en route, such as antihistamines, antibiotics.<br />
Photography credits<br />
Photos courtesy of © Thomas Trinkl: p.8<br />
Paragliding, p.85 Whitewater Rafting,<br />
Photos courtesy of © Çapkin van<br />
Alphen-CauseCentric Productions:<br />
p.47 Celine Cousteau, p.118 Celine Cousteau,<br />
Photos courtesy of Himmelrich Hotel, Kriens,<br />
Lucerne: p.31 Himmelrich Hotel,<br />
Photos courtesy of © Titlis Rotair &<br />
Engleberg Titlis: p.31 Alpine Lodge Trubsee,<br />
Photos courtesy of Lucerne Tourist Board:<br />
p.33 Lion Monument Lucerne, Photos courtesy<br />
of Lawrence Chan p.67 Desert, Photos<br />
courtesy of Sam Stevens p.76 Donkey Ride,<br />
Photos courtesy of Louis Cristal p.70 Cruise<br />
ship, Photos courtesy of Lily Rhodes: p.108<br />
Pamplona, Photos courtesy of © Ascot<br />
Racecourse Ltd: p.110 Ascot, Photos courtesy<br />
of Adventure Cat: p.119 Catamaran Cruise,<br />
Photos courtesy of AJ Hackett Bungy<br />
Queenstown: p.119 Bungy Jump.<br />
If you want to put yourself forward for one<br />
of our photoshoots in the future, just email<br />
contikiholidaysphotography@gmail.com with a<br />
bit of info about yourself, a few photos & who<br />
knows, next year it could be you!
Visit contiki.com/travel-resources<br />
Do I need visas?<br />
Please read carefully. Depending on your<br />
nationality, you may require visas to enter certain<br />
countries included in your tour. You are fully<br />
responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior<br />
to the departure of your tour. <strong>Contiki</strong> is not legally<br />
permitted to knowingly allow anybody who does<br />
not have a valid visa to join a tour. Consult your<br />
travel agent to determine which visas you require<br />
& how to obtain them.<br />
SCHENGEN VISAS<br />
The majority of our tours travel in countries that are<br />
covered by the Schengen Agreement which relates to<br />
visas. Citizens of many countries – eg. Australia,<br />
United States, Canada, New Zealand – can travel in<br />
the Schengen area without a visa. If you require a<br />
visa to enter the Schengen area you only need to<br />
obtain one visa which will allow you to travel in all<br />
Schengen countries. Schengen visas can be issued for<br />
single entry or multiple entries. If your tour travels<br />
outside of the Schengen area at any point you will<br />
require a multiple entry visa. The tours that require<br />
multiple entry Schengen visas are listed below:<br />
Road to Athens plus 3 day Greek Island Cruise,<br />
Road to Athens plus 7 day Greek Island Cruise,<br />
European Explorer, Spanish Spree, Mediterranean<br />
Trail plus 3 Day Greek Island Cruise,<br />
Mediterranean Trail plus 7 Day Greek Islands<br />
Cruise, Mykonos & Island Cruising, Spotlight on<br />
Greece plus 3 day Greek Island Cruise, Spotlight on<br />
Greece plus 7 Day Greek Island Cruise, Aegean<br />
Classic Cruise, Golden Fleece Cruise, European<br />
Spirit, European Trail, Eastern Rocker, Trail to<br />
Rome, Trail to London, European Adventurer,<br />
Ultimate European, Scandinavia & Russia Plus,<br />
Scandinavia (end Stockholm), Scandinavia (end<br />
Helsinki), Russia Plus (start Stockholm) and Russia<br />
Plus (start Helsinki).<br />
VISAS FOR NON-SCHENGEN<br />
COUNTRIES<br />
Some of our tours also visit countries that are not<br />
covered by the Schengen Agreement. You may<br />
require visas for countries including the United<br />
Kingdom, Ireland, Egypt, Russia, Belarus & Turkey.<br />
Depending on your nationality it may be possible<br />
to obtain visas for Egypt upon arrival – you<br />
should check before you depart for your tour.<br />
IMPORTANT<br />
1. Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is<br />
normally charged.<br />
2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause<br />
you to miss part of your tour & will result in you<br />
incurring considerable expense & inconvenience.<br />
3. It is better to apply for all visas through your<br />
travel agent before you leave home. Your<br />
travel agent will contact <strong>Contiki</strong> for full details.<br />
4. <strong>Contiki</strong> will provide you with visa contacts<br />
from our London base at the Royal National<br />
Hotel, if necessary.<br />
Travel insurance<br />
Cancellation, unexpected medical expenses,<br />
injuries, theft, lost luggage or money can<br />
significantly disrupt & ruin your vacation. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
very strongly recommends that you take out<br />
comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation,<br />
medical expenses, evacuation & repatriation<br />
expenses, personal accident, personal baggage,<br />
money & public liability before you travel. In<br />
some instances, you may not be accepted on a<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> vacation unless you have arranged<br />
satisfactory insurance. You also agree to<br />
indemnify us against all third-party claims,<br />
actions, damages & remedies against us arising<br />
from your participation in your vacation. For<br />
insurance details, please speak to your travel<br />
agent or <strong>Contiki</strong> when you are booking your tour.<br />
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<strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations Travel Protection Plan<br />
PROVIDING YOU WITH “ANY REASON” CANCELLATION FLEXIBILITY AND PEACE OF MIND<br />
WHILE YOU TRAVEL: <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations Travel Protection Plan – designed exclusively with the following:<br />
Priced at: Trips up to $2,000: $129 per person. Trips $2,001 or greater: $169 per person.<br />
Trips of 35 days or longer are subject to different pricing. Consult your <strong>Contiki</strong> Specialist for more<br />
details 1-800-CONTIKI. Note: prices are subject to change without notice<br />
SECTION I: TRAVEL ARRANGEMENT PROTECTION -<br />
Provided by <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations*<br />
Trip Cancellation: Up to Total Trip Cost. Reimburses the nonrefundable<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations cancellation penalties imposed if you<br />
must cancel your trip for a covered reason such as illness, injury<br />
or death to you, a traveling companion, or an immediate family<br />
member. Other reasons for cancellation include Common Carriercaused<br />
delays due to inclement weather, jury duty, subpoena, or<br />
a documented traffic accident en route to departure, and other<br />
reasons as cited in the plan description.<br />
The <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver**.<br />
With the <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver,<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations will provide you with 100% of the cancellation<br />
charges in the form of a future travel credit certificate, should<br />
you cancel your tour more than 48 hours prior to your scheduled<br />
departure for any reason that is not eligible for cash reimbursement<br />
under the Trip Cancellation section of the Travel Protection<br />
Plan. Cancellation charges are reimbursed in the form of <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
Vacations Travel Certificates allowing you a two year credit to travel<br />
with us at a later date! Please note that to be eligible for the “Any<br />
Reason” Cancellation Waiver, you must enroll and pay for the plan<br />
within two days of your initial trip deposit. The certificate is valid<br />
for two years, is non-transferable and non-refundable and may<br />
not be redeemed for cash. Future travel certificates do not include<br />
airfare cancellation charges for air arrangements unless those<br />
arrangements were provided by <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations.<br />
Trip Interruption: Up to Total Trip Cost<br />
Trip Delay: Up to $1,000 ($150/day)<br />
SECTION II: TRAVEL INSURANCE BENEFITS -<br />
Underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company***<br />
Baggage Protection: Up to $2,500<br />
Bag Delay: Up to $500<br />
Medical & Dental Expenses: Up to $50,000<br />
Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation: Up to $50,000<br />
SECTION III: EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE SERVICES -<br />
Provided by On Call International<br />
While the above is not a complete description – a full plan<br />
description detailing the terms, conditions and exclusions will be<br />
sent to you – we have highlighted just a few of the plan benefits.<br />
If you have any Travel Protection Plan questions, or would like<br />
to request a copy of the plan description, please call our plan<br />
administrator, BerkelyCare, at 1-866-580-4871. You may also view<br />
the plan at http://www.berkely.net/travcorp/ctp/faq.htm<br />
The <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations Travel Protection Plan is provided in addition<br />
to other applicable indemnity or insurance programs, where<br />
permitted by law and shall apply only after benefits have been paid.<br />
* For NY residents, Section I Travel Arrangement Protection (Trip<br />
Cancellation, Trip Interruption & Trip Delay) is underwritten by<br />
Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, Ohio.<br />
** For NY residents only, the “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver<br />
may be purchased separately from the <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations Travel<br />
Protection Plan. Contact 1-877-722-2195 for details.<br />
*** Section II Travel Insurance Benefits, Policy Number<br />
MZ0911064H0000A-U are underwritten by Stonebridge<br />
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This plan was designed and is administered by BerkelyCareSM.<br />
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IN ALL OTHER STATES: BerkelyCareSM is a division of Affinity<br />
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tour departure points<br />
& stay longer options<br />
Look up the start city of your tour below for departure point information about where your tour starts & how to get there. There are also details on how to<br />
extend your vacation & stay longer either before or after your tour (marked below as PRE & POST). Take advantage of our specially negotiated ‘Stay Longer’<br />
hotel rates listed below, which can be arranged through <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent when you book your tour. For the most up-to-date details go to<br />
contiki.com/staylonger & contiki.com/departurepoints.<br />
AMSTERDAM<br />
SUPERIOR TOURS<br />
PRE: Amsterdam to Barcelona<br />
POST: European Panorama (end Amsterdam)<br />
Ibis Schiphol Hotel, Schipholweg 181, 1171 PK,<br />
Badhoevedorp. Tel: +31 206 134568<br />
Getting there: From Amsterdam airport, take the complimentary<br />
Ibis Schiphol/Accor shuttle bus from stop A9 directly to the hotel.<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$115 Twin US$69<br />
POST: European Explorer (end Amsterdam)<br />
Hotel Lake Land, Jachthaven 1, 1141 AV, Monnickendam.<br />
Tel: +31 299 653751<br />
Getting there: Catch the train direct from Schiphol Airport to<br />
Centraal Station (approx. m4), then take bus 110, 114 or 118<br />
(approx. m6). Duration of trip is approx. 25min – get off at stop<br />
Lagedijk & the hotel is a 2min walk away. Alternatively, catch a<br />
taxi from Centraal Station for approx. m40.<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$75 Twin US$50<br />
PRE: European Magic, European Discovery & European<br />
Inspiration (start Amsterdam)<br />
POST: European Vista (end Amsterdam)<br />
START HOTEL: Best of Europe (start Amsterdam)<br />
Best Western Blue Square Hotel, Slotermeerlaan 80, 1064<br />
HD, Amsterdam. Tel: +31 205 063717<br />
Getting there: Catch the train direct from Schiphol Airport<br />
to Centraal Station (approx. m4) then take a taxi to the hotel<br />
(approx. m20). Alternatively, Tram #14 goes from Dam Square<br />
(approx. m3), direction Slotermeer. The stop for the hotel is Plein<br />
40-45 & the hotel is a 2 min walk.<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$109 Twin US$69<br />
PRE: European Encounter (start Amsterdam)<br />
Please contact <strong>Contiki</strong> for details.<br />
BUDGET TOURS<br />
PRE: Eastern Rocker, Trail to Rome, European Horizon,<br />
European Trail, European Whirl (start Amsterdam)<br />
POST: European Highlights, European Experience,<br />
European Escapade, European Contrasts, European<br />
Adventurer & Ultimate European (end Amsterdam)<br />
Hotel Nieuw Slotania, Slotermeerlaan 133, 1063 JN,<br />
Amsterdam. Tel: +31 206 134568<br />
Getting there: Catch the train direct from Schiphol Airport<br />
to Centraal Station (approx. m4) then take a taxi to the hotel<br />
(approx. m20). Alternatively, Tram #14 goes from Dam Square<br />
(approx. m3), direction Slotermeer. The stop for the hotel is Plein<br />
40-45, directly in front of the hotel entrance.<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$69 Twin US$45<br />
ATHENS<br />
SUPERIOR TOURS & CRUISES<br />
PRE & POST: Aegean Classic Cruise & Golden Fleece Cruise<br />
POST: Turkey & Greek Island Odyssey<br />
Hotel President, 43 Kifissias Avenue, 11523, Athens.<br />
Tel: +30 210 6989 000.<br />
Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch Metro Line<br />
3 to Panormou (approx. m8) & then it’s a short walk or taxi ride<br />
to the hotel.<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$155 Twin US$85<br />
PRE & POST: Greek Island Hopping<br />
Poseidon Hotel, 72 Possidonos Avenue, 17562, Paleo Faliro,<br />
Athens. Tel: +30 210 9872 000<br />
Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch the X96 bus<br />
from outside International Airport Arrivals (approx. m4). The stop<br />
for the hotel is Edem, directly in the front of the hotel entrance.<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$155 Twin US$85<br />
PRE & POST: Spotlight on Greece<br />
Hermes Hotel, 19 Apollonos Street, 10557, Athens.<br />
Tel: +30 210 3255 514<br />
Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch Metro Line<br />
3 to Syntagma (approx. m8) in the city center & then it’s a 5<br />
minute walk to the hotel.<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$155 Twin US$85<br />
PRE & POST: Mykonos & Island Cruising<br />
Plaka Hotel, 7 Kapnikareas & Mitropoleos Street, 10556,<br />
Athens. Tel: +30 210 3222 096<br />
Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch Metro Line<br />
3 to Monastiraki (approx. d8) in the city center & then it’s a 5<br />
minute walk to the hotel.<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$155 Twin US$85<br />
POST: Road to Athens<br />
Center Square Hotel, 15 Aristogotonos Street, 10552, Athens.<br />
Tel: +30 210 3211 770<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$155 Twin US$85<br />
POST: Mediterranean Trail<br />
Arion Hotel, 18 Ag. Dimitriou Street, 10554, Athens.<br />
Tel: +30 210 3240 415<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$155 Twin US$85<br />
BUDGET TOURS<br />
PRE & POST: Greek Island Adventurer<br />
Hotel Oceanis, 25 Grigoriou Lambraki Street, 16675, Glyfada,<br />
Athens. Tel: +30 210 8946 253<br />
Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch the X96 bus<br />
from outside International Airport Arrivals (approx. m4). Get off<br />
at stop Antonopoulou & the hotel is a short walk away.<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$100 Twin US$59<br />
POST: London to Athens<br />
Dorian Inn Hotel, 15-17 Pireos Street, 10552, Athens.<br />
Tel: +30 210 5239 782<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$115 Twin US$65<br />
BARCELONA<br />
POST: Amsterdam to Barcelona<br />
Novotel Cornella de Llobregat, Avinguda del Maresme 78,<br />
Ronda de Dalt exit 15, 08940, Cornella de Llobregat, Barcelona.<br />
Tel: +34 93 4747000<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$115 Twin US$60<br />
BERLIN<br />
SUPERIOR TOURS<br />
PRE: Berlin to Budapest, Berlin & Prague and Berlin &<br />
Prague + Vienna<br />
Ibis Berlin Messe, Messedamm 10, Berlin 14057.<br />
Tel: +49 30 303930<br />
Getting there: From the Berlin Brandenburg Airport take the<br />
S-Bahn towards the city center. The hotel is located right next<br />
to Berlin’s ICC congress center, which has its own metro station<br />
‘Messe Nord/ ICC’. The journey will take approximately one<br />
hour and costs approximately m3.<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$79 Twin US$45<br />
PRE & POST: Eastern Road<br />
Grand City Hotel Globus Berlin, Ruschestrasse 45, 10367,<br />
Berlin. Tel: +49 30 555 070<br />
Getting there: All airports in Berlin are serviced by bus or train.<br />
Take a bus or train to the city center & take a taxi to the hotel,<br />
or change on to the U-Bahn (Line U5 – approx. m3). The hotel is<br />
a short walk from Magdalenenstrasse station.<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$89 Twin US$49<br />
BUDGET TOURS<br />
PRE & POST: Scandinavia & Russia Plus (end Berlin)<br />
POST: Russia Plus (end Berlin)<br />
PLUS Berlin Hostel, Warschauer Platz 6-8, 10245, Berlin.<br />
Tel: +49 30 2123 8501<br />
Getting there: All airports in Berlin are serviced by bus or train.<br />
Take a bus or train to the city center & take a taxi to the hostel,<br />
or change on to the S-Bahn (Line S3, S5, S7, S9 or S75 – approx.<br />
m3). The hostel is a short walk from Warschauer Strasse station.<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$90Twin US$59 Quad US$45<br />
Bodrum<br />
Turkish Sailing<br />
Departure Point: Cruise starts from the Bodrum Harbour,<br />
Bodrum 3.30pm – please refer to your <strong>Contiki</strong> travel documents<br />
for meeting point.<br />
CAIRO<br />
PRE & POST: Egypt & The Nile<br />
Victoria Hotel, 66 El Gomhoria Street, Cairo.<br />
Tel: +202 589 2290 or +202 589 2294<br />
Getting there: If you have provided <strong>Contiki</strong> with your<br />
flight arrival details at least 14 days in advance, our local<br />
representative will be in the arrivals hall holding a <strong>Contiki</strong> sign.<br />
Due to different flight arrival times, you may need to wait in<br />
the airport up to 1 hour for a transfer.<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$55 Twin US$35<br />
COPENHAGEN<br />
Scandinavia and Scandinavia & Russia Plus<br />
(start Copenhagen) will start at The Generator Hostel<br />
Copenhagen, Adelgade 5-7, Copenhagen 1304.<br />
Tel: +45 78 775 400<br />
Getting there: From the airport take the metro line M2 to<br />
stop Kongens Nytorv. The journey takes 15 minutes and costs<br />
approx. DKK 36 one way. The hostel is a 5 minute walk from<br />
Kongens Nytorv – the largest square in the city.<br />
DUBLIN<br />
St. Patrick’s Day Tour<br />
Please contact <strong>Contiki</strong> for departure details.<br />
PRE & POST: Ireland<br />
POST: Scotland & Ireland<br />
Jurys Inn Parnell Street, Moore Street Plaza, Parnell Street,<br />
Dublin. Tel: +353 1 8784900<br />
Getting there: From Dublin airport you can catch a taxi for<br />
approx. m25-m35 or the ‘Aircoach’ (approx. m7) to the O’Connell<br />
Street stop – the hotel is just around the corner.<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$110 Twin US$65<br />
DUBrovnik<br />
PRE: Croatian Island Hopper North<br />
Departure Point: Cruise starts from the Gruz Port, Dubrovnik at<br />
12.00pm - look for the <strong>Contiki</strong> or Katarina Lines Representative<br />
in the port. Your vessel will have a ‘Katarina Lines &/or <strong>Contiki</strong>’<br />
sign displayed .<br />
POST: Croatian Island Hopper South<br />
Adriatic Hotel, Masavy put 9, Dubrovnik, 20000.<br />
Tel: +385 20 433609<br />
Getting there: From the Dubrovnik Airport take a taxi will take<br />
approximately 30 minutes to reach the hotel. Alternatively you<br />
could get a bus to the city center, and then take a local bus or<br />
taxi to Lapad where there are signs to the hotel.<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$115 Twin US$79<br />
EDINBURGH<br />
Scotland and Scotland & Ireland tours will start at Holiday<br />
Inn City West, 107 Queensferry Rd, Edinburgh, EH4 3HL.<br />
Tel: + 44 871 942 9025<br />
Getting there: From Edinburgh airport a taxi direct to the hotel<br />
will cost approx. £12-£15.<br />
HELSINKI<br />
Russia Plus (start Helsinki) & Scandinavia (end Helsinki)<br />
Cumulus Airport Hotel, Robert Huberintie, 6 Vantaa,<br />
Helsinki 01510. Tel: +358 9415 75100<br />
Getting there: There is a free shuttle from the Helsinki-Vantaa<br />
Airport to the hotel.<br />
ISTANBUL<br />
PRE: Turkey & Greek Island Odyssey<br />
Green Anka Hotel, Molla Şeref Mh., Fındıkzade Sokak 4,<br />
34270, Istanbul. Tel: +90 212 631 17 21<br />
Getting there: A taxi from Istanbul Ataturk airport costs<br />
approx. 45TL (approx. m20)<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$100 Twin US$59<br />
LONDON<br />
All tours that start in London depart from the Royal National<br />
Hotel where you’ll also find the <strong>Contiki</strong> Basement. For further<br />
details, a map, plus stay longer options in London see p.110.<br />
MADRID<br />
PRE: Mediterranean Highlights (start Madrid)<br />
POST: Mediterranean Highlights (start Rome)<br />
PRE & POST: Spanish Spree<br />
Tryp Charmartin Hotel, Calle Mauricio Ravel 10, 28046,<br />
Madrid, Spain. Tel: +34 91 7333400<br />
Getting there: From Madrid airport take a taxi directly to<br />
the hotel for approx. m30. Alternatively, catch the Metro Line<br />
8 from the airport into the city, change at Nuevos Ministerios<br />
onto Metro Line 10 & travel to Chamartin station (approx. m6).<br />
The hotel is across the road from the station.<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$105 Twin US$55<br />
PARIS<br />
SUPERIOR TOURS<br />
PRE: European Vista, European Panorama, European<br />
Explorer & Road to Athens (start Paris)<br />
POST: European Magic, European Discovery, European<br />
Encounter, European Impressions & European Inspiration<br />
(end Paris)<br />
Please contact <strong>Contiki</strong> for details.<br />
PRE: Best of Europe (start Paris)<br />
Courtyard Marriott Paris Arcueil, 6 Avenue<br />
President Salvadore Allende, 94110, Arcueil, Paris.<br />
Tel: +33 1 770 12121<br />
Getting There: From Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly<br />
airports, catch the RER B train to Laplace station. From there the<br />
hotel is a short walk away.<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$169 Twin US$89<br />
BUDGET TOURS<br />
PRE: European Highlights, European Experience,<br />
European Spirit, European Escapade, European Contrasts,<br />
European Adventurer, Ultimate European & London to<br />
Athens (start Paris)<br />
POST: European Horizon, European Whirl, European Trail,<br />
Trail to London & Western Rocker (end Paris)<br />
Ibis Budget Hotel Paris Porte de Montmartre, 45 Rue du<br />
Docteur Babinski, 75018, Paris. Tel: +33 8 926 83126<br />
Getting there: From Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly airports,<br />
catch the RER B train to Gare du Nord station & then a taxi to the<br />
hotel (approx. m10). Alternatively make your way to the closest<br />
Metro stop of Porte de Saint-Ouen (Line 13, direction Saint-Denis –<br />
Université) & the hotel is a short walk from there.<br />
Stay Longer rate: Single US$90 Twin US$49<br />
European Spirit will start at Ibis Budget Hotel Paris Porte de<br />
Montmartre – details as above.<br />
ROME<br />
SUPERIOR TOURS<br />
PRE: Mediterranean Trail, Mediterranean Highlights<br />
(start Rome)<br />
POST: Italian Espresso (end Rome), Mediterranean<br />
Highlights (Start Madrid)<br />
PRE & POST: Simply Italy<br />
Please contact <strong>Contiki</strong> for details.<br />
POST: Best of Europe<br />
Please contact <strong>Contiki</strong> for details.<br />
BUDGET TOURS<br />
Western Rocker<br />
Please contact <strong>Contiki</strong> for departure details.<br />
SPLIT<br />
PRE & POST: Croatian Island Cruising<br />
PRE: Croatian Island Hopper South<br />
POST: Croatian Island Hopper North<br />
Hotel Bellevue, Bana Josipa Jelacica 2, 21000, Split.<br />
Tel: +385 21 345 644<br />
Getting There: An airport bus service runs from Split airport<br />
to Obala Lazareta, on the edge of Split’s old town (cost<br />
approx. 30kn/m4). From there, the hotel is a short walk away.<br />
Alternatively, catch a taxi from the airport directly to the hotel<br />
(approx. 350kn/m45).<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$139<br />
Twin & Twin-share US$89<br />
Departure point: Cruise departs from Split port at 12:00pm<br />
– look for the <strong>Contiki</strong> or Katarina Lines representative on the<br />
port. There are many small hotels & pensions located in Split &<br />
near to the port – search the web for options, or call <strong>Contiki</strong> for<br />
details of hotels we offer.<br />
ST. petersburg<br />
Best of Russia<br />
Please contact <strong>Contiki</strong> for departure details.<br />
STOCKHOLM<br />
Russia Plus (start Stockholm) & Scandinavia (end<br />
Stockholm)<br />
Scandic Upplands Vasby, Hotellvägen 1, 194 35, Upplands<br />
Väsby Stockholm. Tel: +46 8 517 355 00<br />
Getting there: From Stockholm Arlanda Airport, taxis are<br />
available to take you directly to the hotel. The 6.2 miles journey<br />
normally takes around 10 minutes, & costs approximately 260SEK.<br />
VENICE<br />
POST: Italian Espresso (end Venice) ends at<br />
Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese, Via Terraglio 175,<br />
Preganziol, Veneto, 31100. Tel: +39 0422 490390<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$79 Twin US$50<br />
VIENNA<br />
Vienna & Budapest will start at Hotel Bellevue, Althanstrasse<br />
5, 1091, Vienna. Tel: +43 1 313 480<br />
Getting there: Take a taxi directly from the airport for<br />
approximately m30. Alternatively catch the City Airport Train<br />
(approx. m9) to station Wien-Mitte, then take the U-Bahn (Line<br />
U4 - approx. m2) to Friedensbrücke. From there the hotel is a<br />
short walk away.<br />
Eastern Trail & Trail to London will start at Wombats Hostel,<br />
Arangasse 6, Vienna A1150. Tel: +43 1 897 2336<br />
Getting there: From the Vienna International Airport take<br />
the shuttle bus to Westbahnhof (m8, buy ticket from driver).<br />
Alternatively, take the S-Bahn to Wien Mitte and subway U3<br />
to Westbahnhof from there (same ticket valid for both, m3.60).<br />
From Westbahnhof walk along Mariahilfer Straße until no. 152<br />
(corner Rosinagasse), turn right into Rosinagasse. The hostel is<br />
located on Grangasse - the second street on the left.<br />
WARSAW<br />
POST: Eastern Road<br />
Ibis Centrum, Al. Solidarnosci 165, Warsaw 00-876<br />
Tel: +48 22520 3000<br />
Stay longer rate: Single US$85 Twin US$40<br />
Note:<br />
• Rates are per person per night including continental breakfast<br />
(except London) & have private facilities.<br />
• Rooms are available for a maximum of 2 consecutive nights<br />
in most hotels.<br />
• Full payment is required 45 days before arrival. Cancellation<br />
within 14 days of arrival date incurs 100% cancellation fee.<br />
Any amendments incur a charge of US$30.<br />
• Rates only apply to <strong>Contiki</strong> clients booking extra<br />
accommodations directly before &/or after their tour.<br />
• If two people want to share a room - booking must be made<br />
at the same time. Solo travelers must book a single room in<br />
all cities - except London, Split & Berlin where you can book<br />
a twin/triple/quad-share room & we can match you up to a<br />
same-sex roommate.<br />
• All hotels are subject to availability & where necessary, we may<br />
provide an alternative on your arrival.
Once <strong>Contiki</strong> accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between <strong>Contiki</strong> &<br />
you upon the terms & conditions set out below.<br />
booking conditions<br />
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Our Responsibilities<br />
1. YOUR VACATION RESERVATION<br />
On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
will reserve your place on your selected vacation. A contract is only made<br />
between you and us upon your booking being confirmed and accepted by us<br />
and our communication thereof to either you or your travel agent.<br />
2. PRICE GUARANTEE<br />
a) Tour Prices: Are based on costs, tariffs, taxes, charges, levies and<br />
exchange rates as of July 10th, 2012 Should these change, the price of<br />
your vacation may increase. If the total price increases by more than 10%,<br />
you may cancel, without penalty, within 3 DAYS after we notify you of the<br />
increase. Except as explained below, we will not increase the price of your<br />
land vacation after we receive your full deposit for your land vacation. In<br />
exchange for this guarantee, no refund will be made if the cost factors<br />
described above are reduced. We reserve the right to recover from you<br />
increases in cruise line imposed fuel surcharges and in taxes, charges or<br />
levies imposed by any government or its agencies.<br />
b) Airline Fuel Surcharges, Air-related Taxes, Fees & Restrictions,<br />
& Levies Imposed by any Government or its Agencies:<br />
As noted above, all quoted land and air prices include airline fuel surcharges<br />
and Air-Related Taxes and Fees, applicable as of July 10th, 2012. However,<br />
if the customer is notified of the potential for a price increase and we<br />
have received the customer’s written or verbal consent prior to accepting<br />
any payment, we reserve the right to recover from you increases in those<br />
surcharges. Any additional fees charged by the airlines, such as baggage<br />
handling, seat selections, and/or any other services are the sole responsibility<br />
of the passenger(s). Additional air-related restrictions apply.<br />
See www.contiki.com/restrictions for details.<br />
3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR VACATION<br />
3.1 <strong>Contiki</strong> reserves the right to change or cancel any tour departure in<br />
accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control.<br />
3.2 If a cancellation is made any time prior to the tour departure*, <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
only liability will be to refund the passenger the amount it has received for<br />
the booking. <strong>Contiki</strong> will try and re-book the same or a similar tour and,<br />
where flights have been confirmed by <strong>Contiki</strong>, will attempt to confirm air<br />
seats for the new date selected, subject to availability. <strong>Contiki</strong> is not liable<br />
for any changes, amendment or cancellation penalties incurred on any other<br />
travel arrangements purchased separately.<br />
3.3 If an alternative tour is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to<br />
either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
vacation without payment of any transfer fee. *Please Note: The departure<br />
date constitutes the date indicated on <strong>Contiki</strong>’s invoice. If you do not join the<br />
tour on the day of departure then cancellation fees will be 100%.<br />
3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure (i.e. circumstances<br />
like political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, closure of airports<br />
or ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity, natural and nuclear disasters,<br />
fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or<br />
other similar events beyond <strong>Contiki</strong>’s control) we will give a full refund of<br />
any monies paid to us less reasonable expenses incurred by us in respect<br />
of your booking.<br />
3.5 <strong>Contiki</strong> is not responsible for the costs of any other travel arrangements<br />
affected due to our cancellations or rescheduling of any tour departure.<br />
4. VACATION DETAILS AND CONDITIONS<br />
4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge<br />
at the time of going to print (September, 2012) but we cannot guarantee that<br />
any item or amenity mentioned will be available, especially where we have<br />
no direct control over it.<br />
4.2 With respect to <strong>Contiki</strong>’s touring program <strong>Contiki</strong> will do our best, at our<br />
discretion, to select accommodations, sightseeing tours and transportation to<br />
give you good value for your money.<br />
4.3 <strong>Contiki</strong> constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If<br />
such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our<br />
control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries<br />
and to substitute hotels. <strong>Contiki</strong> is not responsible for any other travel<br />
arrangements affected due to our cancellations.<br />
4.4 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will assume any<br />
responsibility or liability if clients special meal requests are not fulfilled.<br />
5. LIABILITY<br />
5.1 <strong>Contiki</strong> is responsible for properly arranging and conducting your vacation.<br />
5.2 As a Tour Operator, <strong>Contiki</strong> makes arrangements with carriers, hoteliers<br />
and other independent suppliers to provide you with some or all of the travel<br />
services you purchase. These parties are independent suppliers over whom<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> has no direct control. Unless caused by its own negligence, <strong>Contiki</strong> is<br />
not responsible for and accepts no liability in respect of any claims, losses,<br />
damages, costs or expenses arising out of:<br />
a) personal injury, sickness, disease, accident or death, however caused,<br />
including without limitation, where same results from your conduct on<br />
vacation.<br />
b) loss or damage to or delay of baggage or other property unless resulting<br />
from <strong>Contiki</strong>’s negligence in which case <strong>Contiki</strong>’s liability shall be limited to<br />
the actual loss but in no event would exceed the total vacation cost;<br />
c) delays and loss as a result of government action, weather, mechanical<br />
breakdown, equipment failure, labor disputes, sickness, acts of war,<br />
insurrection, terrorism, Acts of God or any other causes beyond <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
direct control. <strong>Contiki</strong> cannot be responsible for interruption of air carrier<br />
service due to airline default.<br />
d) acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise, of suppliers of<br />
services or their personnel (including, without limitation, transportation and<br />
accommodation services) or of any other person or body unless such a<br />
person or body is employed by us, or is an agent of ours, and is acting within<br />
the scope of his or her authority. In no event is <strong>Contiki</strong> liable for the acts or<br />
omissions of independent third party contractors or of its own employees or<br />
agents acting outside the scope of their duties.<br />
e) loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, distress or frustration, whether<br />
physical or mental, resulting from any of the following:<br />
(i) any matter or topic described in sub-paragraphs (a) to (d) inclusive above.<br />
(ii) your failure to obtain the necessary documentation to travel.<br />
(iii) your failure to arrive on time for initial departure or for connections<br />
within the tour or to stay within or join your tour at any time after initial<br />
departure.<br />
(iv) your leaving the tour prior to its completion.<br />
(v) the need for <strong>Contiki</strong> to change itineraries or substitute accommodations<br />
or services, provided that <strong>Contiki</strong> makes every effort to supply the most<br />
comparable services and accommodations available.<br />
(vi) cancellation of the vacation by <strong>Contiki</strong> provided that a full refund of all<br />
monies paid is made to you.<br />
(vii) Many of our activities are action and adventure orientated. Sports and<br />
similar activities inherently involve risks of injury greater than those that<br />
would be encountered if you were not participating in such, and therefore,<br />
by voluntarily taking part in any sports or other such activities, you thereby<br />
acknowledge and assume any of the risks inherent therein. In the absence of<br />
negligence on our part, or on the part of our agents and representatives, neither<br />
we nor they accept any responsibility for, and shall not be liable for, any injury,<br />
illness, damage, loss, accident, expense, delay or any other irregularity resulting<br />
from your participation in any of the activities made available to you.<br />
(viii) We take every reasonable precaution possible to assure your comfort,<br />
safety, and enjoyment while you are taking part in a <strong>Contiki</strong> vacation. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
vacations are generally for the young, and not for the frail or those not<br />
generally enjoying good health. A change of climate, food, time and varied<br />
cultural habits often affects travelers differently. We therefore recommend<br />
that you advise your doctor that you are taking one of our vacations and<br />
ask if he or she recommends anything for your trip, even for something as<br />
seemingly benign as an upset stomach. Since the brands of any medication<br />
to which you are accustomed may be unavailable in places to which you are<br />
traveling, we recommend you bring your own supply of any medication you<br />
will require and carry such medication in your hand luggage. Prescription<br />
drugs should be carried in the original labeled bottles. Should you fall ill<br />
during your <strong>Contiki</strong> vacation, we will make every reasonable effort to make<br />
prompt, sanitary, safe and proper medical care available to you. However,<br />
if at anytime or anywhere treatments of any sort are suggested to you that<br />
do not meet your needs or expectations, you should not hesitate to contact<br />
your own doctor. Also, please note that the same sorts of activities that can<br />
expose you to certain types of diseases at home can just as easily expose<br />
you to those same diseases abroad. This information is provided only for<br />
your convenience and we are not responsible or liable for any damages<br />
resulting from your failure to confirm or ascertain health information or<br />
medical precaution, if any, for the places which you will be visiting.<br />
(ix) <strong>Contiki</strong> is responsible for taking care to arrange and conduct your<br />
vacation properly. With you in mind, we have accepted applications from and<br />
interviewed numerous potential employees, and then we select only those<br />
people whom we believe in our best judgement would be responsible and<br />
congenial, Tour Managers, Representatives and Drivers. Although we firmly<br />
believe, based on personal interviews and certain disclosures made to us by<br />
our employees, that all of our employees enjoy excellent health, we, like other<br />
tour operators, are legally unable to confirm this in most, if not all, instances.<br />
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES<br />
1. BOOKING YOUR VACATION<br />
1.1 In order to reserve your vacation, a deposit of US$200, per person<br />
per tour, or the full amount payable if booking is made within 45 days of<br />
departure, must be submitted to <strong>Contiki</strong> by you in respect of that vacation.<br />
This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The<br />
deposit is accepted as a first installment of the vacation price by <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by <strong>Contiki</strong> or your<br />
travel agent. Air-inclusive bookings may require additional non-refundable<br />
deposit at the time of booking. If paying by a third-party credit card your<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> specialist will provide you a third-party authorization form that<br />
must be completely filled out and received by <strong>Contiki</strong> before payment can<br />
be received.<br />
1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non-transferable,<br />
non-refundable deposit of US$200 per person for the first tour booked and<br />
then a deposit of US$200 for second and subsequent tours booked at the<br />
time of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled.<br />
2. PAYING THE BALANCE<br />
2.1 The balance of the vacation price must be paid by no later than 45 days<br />
before your scheduled vacation departure date which shall be by the due<br />
date stated on the confirmation issued to you by <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
2.2 Air Payment: Payment in full for your airfare booked in conjunction with<br />
your <strong>Contiki</strong> vacation may be required at time of booking. The Department of<br />
Transportation now requires <strong>Contiki</strong> to inform you of the following conditions.<br />
The package price is subject to change until it has been paid in full. When<br />
this happens, it is usually the result of increases in fuel surcharges and or<br />
government taxes. You must consent to the possibility that, until you pay<br />
for your package in full, your price could go up. Once you have paid in full<br />
we would only pass along increases in government taxes if applicable at<br />
that time. You have 7 days from receipt of the first invoice to revoke your<br />
consent and request a refund, at which time we would cancel your booking.<br />
2.3 If payment isn’t made by the due date, <strong>Contiki</strong> may assume that you<br />
have cancelled and cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below<br />
will be levied by <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
2.4 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has<br />
been received by <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
2.5 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure, the<br />
full cost of the vacation will be payable immediately on booking. Documents<br />
can be emailed to the passenger at no additional charge or passenger can<br />
pay a $35.00 expedited shipping fee for physical documents.<br />
2.6 <strong>Contiki</strong> reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation<br />
charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods.<br />
2.7 Travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to<br />
tour departure* (providing full payment has been received). However, if<br />
travel documents are required the next day or earlier than 21 days prior<br />
to departure* (providing full payment has been received), a fee of $35 per<br />
mailing will apply. Bookings made and/or payments received within 30 days<br />
of departure* incur a $35 per mailing document delivery fee. Any documents<br />
delivered outside the USA will incur a minimum fee of $50. The actual cost<br />
will be advised at time of booking.<br />
3. IF YOU CANCEL<br />
3.1 If notice of cancellation is received by <strong>Contiki</strong> 45 days prior to tour<br />
departure*, the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit will be retained<br />
along with the Travel Protection.<br />
3.2 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing directly to <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
3.3 The following scale of charges will apply when notice of cancellation is<br />
given after booking is confirmed:<br />
COACH TOURS (LAND ONLY)<br />
No. of days prior to Cancellation Fee tour departure* as a % of the total<br />
land price.<br />
No. of days prior to Cancellation Fee<br />
Tour departure* as % of the total land fee<br />
45 days or more: ................................................The non-refundable deposit<br />
44-22 days: ..........................................................................25% of tour fare<br />
21-8 days: ............................................................................30% of tour fare<br />
7-1 days: ..............................................................................50% of tour fare<br />
Day of departure*/No show:................................................................... 100%<br />
Extra night hotel accommodations that are cancelled within 14 days of<br />
booked date will incur 100% cancellation fee, outside 14 days the following<br />
fees will be charged:<br />
45-22 days .............................................................................................. 25%<br />
21-15 days .............................................................................................. 30%<br />
AIR ARRANGEMENTS<br />
These cancellation charges apply for airline arrangements made by <strong>Contiki</strong>:<br />
Prior to final payment a service fee of - $50 per person<br />
After final payment a service fee of - $75 per person plus any airline<br />
imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the air ticket value.<br />
3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after your<br />
tour or resort booking, such as pre and post accommodation and transfers,<br />
that are cancelled within 14 days of the tour departure incur a 100%<br />
cancellation fee.<br />
3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may<br />
be levied by your Travel Agent.<br />
3.6 Please note that <strong>Contiki</strong> is not liable for any cancellation penalties<br />
incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased<br />
separately from the air and land included package.<br />
* Please note: the departure date constitutes the date indicated on <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />
confirmation<br />
4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING<br />
4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to an<br />
alternative departure date or you wish to change to a different <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
vacation, you may do so subject to availability and provided the new vacation<br />
date is also in this brochure.<br />
4.2 A fee of US$30 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration<br />
made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Any alterations risk the<br />
loss of air space or increased airfares. Name changes or corrections will be<br />
treated as a cancellation of air and all normal air cancellation fees will apply.<br />
A change of tour date or tour itinerary within 45 days of tour departure will<br />
be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply except<br />
when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater<br />
value in which case a US$30 per person amendment fee will be charged.<br />
5. VACATION DETAILS AND CONDITIONS<br />
5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the<br />
price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodations,<br />
excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops, etc are<br />
closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may vary in style.<br />
5.2 <strong>Contiki</strong>’s vacations are specifically planned for those in the 18-35 age<br />
group. Consequently the facilities and activities on a <strong>Contiki</strong> tour are not<br />
appropriate to persons outside this age bracket. If you have a question<br />
regarding the age groups, you should discuss this thoroughly with <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
staff personnel.<br />
5.3 <strong>Contiki</strong> strives to provide a safe, enjoyable and memorable travel<br />
experience for all passengers. <strong>Contiki</strong> welcomes passengers with special<br />
needs or disabilities. However, please note the following:<br />
Passengers are required to advise <strong>Contiki</strong>, in advance, of any physical,<br />
medical or other special needs that require accommodation. A special<br />
needs form must be completed prior to final payment.<br />
All guests must ensure they are medically and physically fit for travel.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation<br />
of the tour. <strong>Contiki</strong> may also exclude an individual from participating in a<br />
tour or an activity if that individual’s participation poses a direct threat to<br />
health or safety.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing<br />
aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such<br />
as pushing a wheelchair or assistance in eating, toileting or dressing). A<br />
companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany any<br />
passenger who requires services of a personal nature.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical<br />
attention will be provided by a local facility at the passenger’s expense.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a<br />
result of medical services obtained while on tour, or for the quality of the<br />
care or services received.<br />
Passengers should be aware some tours include rough terrain, extensive<br />
walking over cobblestone streets, uneven pavement, steps and locations<br />
which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. During<br />
the tour, <strong>Contiki</strong> may make arrangements with carriers, hotels and<br />
other independent suppliers to provide travel services. These parties are<br />
independent entities over which <strong>Contiki</strong> has no control. Accommodations<br />
on international tours may differ from those in the United States. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
cannot guarantee disability access or accommodations for passengers<br />
traveling on international tours.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger<br />
or remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s terms and conditions. <strong>Contiki</strong> is not responsible for any costs<br />
incurred in the event a passenger is removed from a tour. Passengers<br />
agree not to hold <strong>Contiki</strong> or any of its related entities liable for any actions<br />
taken under these terms and conditions.<br />
5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the<br />
point of commencement/conclusion of the vacation.<br />
5.5 There may be times when the <strong>Contiki</strong> Tour Manager or Representative<br />
has to make a decision in your best interest or the best interests of their<br />
group. You agree to comply with the authority and decisions of the appointed<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Tour Manager or Representative and the laws of the country in<br />
which you are traveling. If you do not so comply or if, in the <strong>Contiki</strong> Tour<br />
Manager’s or Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the<br />
general enjoyment and well-being of other members on the tour or the<br />
smooth operation of the vacation itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let<br />
you continue with the tour. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage<br />
of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your<br />
fellow travelers and any <strong>Contiki</strong> Representatives have the right to travel/work<br />
in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well-being or inappropriate<br />
behavior by you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely<br />
seriously and may result in the immediate termination of your vacation. In<br />
either event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation and related<br />
costs and have no claims against us.<br />
5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or<br />
excess cleaning fees related to your accommodations. You are advised to<br />
immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff and/<br />
or a <strong>Contiki</strong> Tour Manager as soon as it is discovered.<br />
5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety<br />
belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating<br />
organizations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death or any loss or<br />
damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the<br />
safety belt is not being worn at the time of the accident or incident.<br />
5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits<br />
and certificates required for your selected vacation before your departure as<br />
well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain<br />
necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or<br />
changing visas while on tour (including accommodations, meals, flights and<br />
transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense.<br />
5.8 You agree that our <strong>Contiki</strong> Tour Managers or Representatives may<br />
take photographs and films of you while you are on vacation and that<br />
these may be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or publicity<br />
material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such<br />
photographs and/or films.<br />
5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the vacation, you should<br />
inform the <strong>Contiki</strong> Representative during the course of the vacation and if<br />
the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavors<br />
to do so during the vacation, your complaint should be made in writing to<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> as soon as is reasonably possible after the vacation but within 42<br />
days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. Email complaints<br />
to USCustomerService@<strong>Contiki</strong>.com. Any claims made after the 42 day<br />
period will not be considered by <strong>Contiki</strong>. If you choose to write to <strong>Contiki</strong> via<br />
the Internet, please provide your home address so that we are able to reply<br />
to you in writing.<br />
5.10.1 The agreement arising between the passenger and the Operators<br />
under this brochure and the booking made by the passenger shall be<br />
governed by the law of the State of California, County of Orange, which shall<br />
have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of any dispute between the parties.<br />
5.10.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable by any<br />
court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written<br />
to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The<br />
validity and enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected.<br />
5.10.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you<br />
agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/client costs.<br />
6. INSURANCE<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> very strongly recommends you take out comprehensive insurance<br />
cover for cancellation, personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation<br />
expenses and evacuation expenses before your travel on a <strong>Contiki</strong> vacation.<br />
We strongly recommend your insurance also covers cancellation, personal<br />
liability, and loss of personal property. Please check that your insurance<br />
covers all of the activities that you are going to be participating in. Some<br />
policies exclude certain adventure activities. This should be arranged at the<br />
time of payment at the time of deposit and will, in certain circumstances,<br />
cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of<br />
confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
cannot be held responsible for your failure to take out appropriate insurance.<br />
You also agree to indemnify us against all third-party claims, actions,<br />
damages and remedies which may be brought against us in respect of your<br />
participation in the vacation.<br />
With the insurance of BerkeleyCare we are able to offer comprehensive<br />
travel insurance at group discount rates (see details on page 115). If you<br />
wish to have this valuable protection, please advise your Travel Agent to<br />
request the insurance and to include the cost of insurance when sending in<br />
your vacation deposit. Please note there will be no travel insurance provided<br />
unless you request it from your Travel Agent and the payment is forwarded<br />
to <strong>Contiki</strong>. Complete details of the coverage limitations and exclusions are<br />
included with your vacation invoice.<br />
7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM<br />
In the event of your withdrawal from a vacation after the commencement<br />
as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any<br />
insurance claim. No refunds will be made for any absence from the tour.<br />
8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE VACATION PRICE<br />
Airfares (unless you purchase a land+air package), air-related taxes and fees<br />
passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals<br />
not detailed in the itinerary, tips to tour managers, representatives, drivers<br />
and local guides, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, and optional<br />
excursions. For more go to www.contiki.com/baggage<br />
9. WEATHER CONDITIONS<br />
Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather<br />
conditions, nor can any vacation be cancelled or amended by you at any<br />
time on the basis of snow or weather conditions.<br />
GENERAL<br />
1. CONTRACTING PARTIES<br />
1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract<br />
between you and <strong>Contiki</strong>. No representation, term, warranty or condition can<br />
be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or<br />
conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorized<br />
officer or director of <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating company. At any time and<br />
at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other<br />
company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of<br />
this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions<br />
concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well<br />
as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all<br />
or any rights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other<br />
contract with you.<br />
1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible<br />
for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board<br />
planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions,<br />
national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by<br />
us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought<br />
by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International<br />
conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as<br />
amended by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or<br />
Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention<br />
1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road &<br />
the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all<br />
benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim<br />
for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to passengers & luggage. Enrolment<br />
in & payment for a tour shall constitute agreement & acceptance by the<br />
passenger of the terms & conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot<br />
be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.<br />
1.4 <strong>Contiki</strong> is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircrafts, hotels or<br />
coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers and other service providers are<br />
subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by<br />
those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers. Please note that some<br />
of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay<br />
and loss or damage to baggage. While we cannot accept any responsibility<br />
for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission<br />
of any such third-parties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping<br />
to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also note that <strong>Contiki</strong> cannot be<br />
held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities<br />
or services for handicapped clients (see also 5.3 under Vacation Details<br />
& Conditions).<br />
1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in<br />
this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent<br />
themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a vacation from<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser.<br />
1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of<br />
going to print, however; <strong>Contiki</strong> cannot be held responsible for printing or<br />
typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.<br />
1.7 The agreement arising between the passenger and the Operators under<br />
this brochure and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed<br />
by the law of The State of California, County of Orange, which shall have<br />
exclusive jurisdiction in the case of dispute between the parties.<br />
1.8 In the case of computer or human billing error we reserve the right to<br />
reinvoice passenger with correct billings.<br />
2. The USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations shares the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million<br />
Travelers Assistance Program with affiliates of The Travel Corporation<br />
who, as an Active Member of the USTOA, is required to post $1 Million<br />
with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and<br />
conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the<br />
advance payments of <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations customers in the unlikely event of<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further,<br />
you should understand that the $1 Million posted by The Travel Corporation<br />
and shared among its affiliates may be sufficient to provide only a partial<br />
recovery of the advance payments received by <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations. More<br />
details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may<br />
be obtained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New<br />
York, New York 10001, or by email to information@ustoa.com or by visiting<br />
their website at www.USTOA.com.<br />
3. VALIDITY<br />
The programs advertised in this brochure are valid from March 2013 to<br />
March 2014.<br />
4. OPERATING COMPANIES<br />
The programs advertised in this brochure are operated by <strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations<br />
Limited, Picquet House, Guernsey, Channel Islands, with the exception of the<br />
Great Britain & Ireland tours described on p.52-54, the 3 & 5 day London<br />
Explorer packages described on p.110 & the Edinburgh Festival & Military<br />
Tattoo, Hogmanay & St Patrick’s Day tours described on p.112-113 all of<br />
which are operated by <strong>Contiki</strong> Travel (UK) Ltd. The principle operator of the<br />
Croatian Island Cruising & Croatian Island Hopper products featured on p.73-<br />
75 is Katarina Lines. Their terms & conditions apply (available on request).<br />
The operator of the Turkish sailing product featured on p.72 is Barbaros<br />
Yachting, Turkey. Their terms & conditions apply (available on request).<br />
This brochure was published in September 2012 and supersedes any other<br />
current brochure in the market.
We travel to experience the wonders that<br />
our world has to offer. we’re committed to<br />
ensuring they remain for generations to come.<br />
Conservation is at the heart of how we plan & run our trips.<br />
There are a bunch of ways that you can help.<br />
Learn more at: contiki.com/contikicares/you<br />
contiki oceans<br />
Oceans cover 71% of the Earth’s<br />
surface & they form the largest<br />
habitat on the planet supporting<br />
the greatest variety of life.<br />
We support marine preservation<br />
through our projects around<br />
treadright foundation<br />
We’re founding partners of the<br />
TreadRight Foundation<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> believes that we have a<br />
responsibility to create memorable<br />
travel experiences without<br />
putting tourism destinations<br />
at risk, & there’s much more to<br />
that than just words on paper.<br />
TreadRight supports projects that<br />
encourage the development of<br />
tourism by encouraging initiatives<br />
which benefi t a destination's<br />
recycling<br />
The Travel Corporation & <strong>Contiki</strong><br />
are committed to using 100%<br />
recycled paper for the body<br />
stock of our brochures.<br />
The environmental benefi ts are<br />
important in the following ways:<br />
• Using paper made from recycled<br />
fi ber means we save approx.<br />
67,000 trees per year* & less waste<br />
being deposited into landfi lls.<br />
• The paper mill uses a chlorine<br />
free fi ber bleaching process<br />
our coaches<br />
We want you to see the world. But<br />
we also want to look after it.<br />
Coach travel has been proven to<br />
reduce congestion & cause less<br />
pollution per passenger mile<br />
than any other transportation<br />
option. <strong>Contiki</strong>’s coach fl eet is<br />
among the most effi cient in Europe<br />
the world, including the<br />
Mesoamerican Reef Leadership<br />
Program (MAR) which helps young<br />
environmentalists in their handson<br />
work protecting the world’s<br />
second largest barrier reef.<br />
environment, natural & cultural<br />
heritage, & community. In<br />
partnership with TreadRight,<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> continues to work with<br />
Celine Cousteau & the MAR<br />
Leaders, now for the second year.<br />
The Foundation has helped protect<br />
7.4 million acres of forest in Brazil,<br />
supported the World Wildlife<br />
Fund’s work with indigenous<br />
sustainable tourism in Australia,<br />
plus much more.<br />
(PCF) that avoids potential<br />
dioxins from being released into<br />
adjoining waterways.<br />
• The paper mill uses a complex<br />
fi ltration process that returns the<br />
river water in a cleaner state than<br />
initially received.<br />
• Using 100% recovered fi bers<br />
means that the mill uses approx<br />
one fi fth of the energy that<br />
would be required to produce<br />
paper from primary fi bers.<br />
& complies with EU emissions<br />
standards V & VI. The Travel<br />
Corporation participates in Smart<br />
Move, an initiative promoting the<br />
greater use of coaches’ worldwide<br />
& possible reductions of CO2<br />
emissions by at least 50 million<br />
tons per year as a result.<br />
Source DEFRA (UK Dept for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs) Greenhouse Gas (ghg) conversion factors 2009.<br />
** Car assumes national UK average of 1.5 people per car. *** Assumes average of 36 passengers.<br />
Meet Cèline<br />
Cousteau, our<br />
Sustainability<br />
Partner<br />
Find out more about<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong>’s Oceans<br />
projects on p.46-47<br />
What’s more, TreadRight is<br />
committed to continuing with this<br />
support for sustainable tourism<br />
for years to come - as the primary<br />
sponsors of The Tourism for<br />
Tomorrow Awards – encouraging<br />
tourism operators to develop &<br />
share sustainable<br />
tourism practices<br />
around the world.<br />
To learn more<br />
please visit<br />
www.treadright.org.<br />
• The body stock paper in our<br />
brochures meets the following<br />
Forest/Environmental/Process<br />
Certifi cations: PEFC, Blue Angel,<br />
ISO 9001 & 14001.<br />
• We are proud to commit to use<br />
one of the most environmentally<br />
friendly coated recycled papers<br />
on Planet Earth.<br />
* Calculation based on that<br />
provided by The Environmental<br />
Defense Fund.<br />
CARBON EMISSIONS GRID<br />
Method of lb of CO 2<br />
travel per passenger mile<br />
Car 0.7196 lbs<br />
Air 0.2906 lbs<br />
Rail 0.2048 lbs<br />
Coach 0.1065 lbs
contiki around<br />
LATIN AMERICA<br />
Peru, Argentina & Brazil,<br />
Ecuador & Galapagos Islands,<br />
Mexico & Costa Rica<br />
118 | 119<br />
THEworld<br />
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND<br />
Inc. Diving, sailing<br />
& ski options<br />
ASIA<br />
Inc. Thailand, Laos,<br />
Vietnam, Cambodia<br />
& China<br />
USA & CANADA<br />
Including Hawaii Stopovers
How to book<br />
contiki vacations Reservations<br />
801 E Katella Ave. 3rd Floor Tel: (800) CONTIKI<br />
Anaheim CA 92805<br />
(800) 266 8454<br />
Administration<br />
Fax: (714) 935 2556<br />
Tel: (714) 935 0808<br />
Web: contiki.com<br />
Fax: (714) 935 2556 CST#1001728-20<br />
• Call <strong>Contiki</strong> at 1-800-CONTIKI, visit contiki.com or<br />
contact your local travel agent to confirm that there’s<br />
space on the tour you have chosen. You can add a<br />
pre- or post-night to your <strong>Contiki</strong> tour (if available)<br />
at the same time.<br />
• At the time of booking, you must pay a non-refundable<br />
deposit of US$200 per person for first tour and US$200<br />
per person for second and subsequent tours which must<br />
be received by <strong>Contiki</strong> within 3 days. This payment is in<br />
addition to any deposit required by your travel agent.<br />
Air inclusive bookings may require additional nonrefundable<br />
deposit at the time of booking.<br />
IMPORTANT: By paying the US$200 deposit per person per tour to your travel agent, you<br />
acknowledge that you have read and understood the Booking Conditions as set out on p.117<br />
which make up the contract between you and <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />
Groups & special interest tours<br />
If you’re looking for something completely different for a group of 25 or more, our Custom Groups<br />
Department in Europe, North America, Central America, Latin America, Asia, Australia and New Zealand<br />
have been helping those with specific group travel requirements for years! School and University trips,<br />
performance groups, wine tours, culinary tours, ski tours, you name it we’ve done it. From supplying<br />
competitive quotations to helping you plan the best itinerary right down to the last detail, our worldwide<br />
team of experts is able to arrange a custom-designed vacation or incentive trip to meet the needs of<br />
your group. Email: groups@contiki.com<br />
The text pages for this brochure are printed on 100% recycled paper. By doing this<br />
we’re using less trees & sending less waste to landfills. You can help too, by recycling<br />
this brochure when you’re done. Either pass it on to a friend to read, or pop it in your<br />
recycling collection. Easy.<br />
DRIVEN BY SERVICE<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> Vacations is a member<br />
of the family-owned The Travel<br />
Corporation and is renowned<br />
and trusted for its outstanding<br />
quality, service, value, reliability<br />
and financial stability.<br />
www.TheTravelCorporation.com<br />
• Once your deposit has been received, <strong>Contiki</strong> will<br />
send you or your travel agent confirmation of the<br />
booking details.<br />
• The balance of the reservation must be received<br />
by <strong>Contiki</strong> no less than 45 days before the<br />
departure date or at the time of booking if less<br />
than 45 days before departure. If payment is not<br />
received by <strong>Contiki</strong>, we will not be responsible for<br />
lost land and air reservations.<br />
• <strong>Contiki</strong> will then send your travel documents and<br />
detailed information to you or your travel agent<br />
about your vacation.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> loves the planet<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> is represented in Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica,<br />
Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands,<br />
New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan,<br />
Thailand, United Kingdom and USA.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> is a registered trademark of <strong>Contiki</strong> Tours International Ltd, Guernsey.<br />
© Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.<br />
<strong>Contiki</strong> provides you with vacations & experiences of a lifetime.<br />
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