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<strong>Contiki</strong> Holidays Europe Summer 2011/12 Have you done it?<br />

38\Countries.76\Tours & Cruises.<br />

72\World Heritage Sites.5\Ways to Go.<br />

1\<strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />

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Incl. Britain, Egypt &<br />

The Mediterranean<br />

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Meet <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

Experience Europe<br />

It’s your Europe<br />

For travellers like you<br />

Meet the team<br />

Bon Appétit<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Loves...<br />

Includes more<br />

Explore more<br />

Compare <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

Savings & Deals<br />

Earlybird Savings<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>...<br />

Our tour index<br />

5 ways to travel<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> online<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

Multi-Country Tours<br />

From C$142 p/d<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

In-Depth Regional Tours<br />

From C$92 p/d<br />

Winter Tours+ Ski<br />

Budget Tours<br />

From C$122 p/d<br />

Festivals + Events<br />

Got a question?<br />

Want to stay longer?<br />

Booking conditions<br />

How to book<br />

Life changing experiences from C$92 per day.<br />

“We’re all travellers who are<br />

as passionate about seeing the<br />

world as you are.”


Meet\<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong>\<br />

003<br />

For us, travelling is all about discovering amazing<br />

places with a bunch of like-minded people & having<br />

a great time doing it. Our aim? To make your trip a<br />

life changing adventure. A trip where you discover<br />

awe-inspiring places & make life-long friends. A trip<br />

filled with mind-blowing experiences & unforgettable<br />

memories. A trip packed full of local culture, cool<br />

places & great people. A trip that really will change<br />

your view on the world.<br />

We’re the original travel company for 18-35s - we’ve<br />

been travelling the world with people like you since<br />

‘62. The old Combi vans have long since been<br />

replaced by state-of-the-art coaches, but we haven’t<br />

lost our spirit of adventure. While other companies<br />

have come & gone over the years, the legendary<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> experience lives on - we’re all travellers who are<br />

as passionate about seeing the world as you are.<br />

We want to make the world a better place by bringing<br />

people together from around the globe. We’re<br />

also committed to sustainable tourism, whether it is<br />

through our efforts to protect the world’s oceans, our<br />

commitment to low-carbon transport or our other<br />

initiatives. See p.13 for more.<br />

Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a first timer, with<br />

a group or going solo (about half our travellers are)<br />

one thing’s for certain - our know-how means you will<br />

experience more with less hassle. We include heaps<br />

of extras from amazing accommodation & authentic<br />

local food, to sights, fantastic optional activities &<br />

great tour guides. We’ll fast track you to all the best<br />

bits of Europe - all you need to do to share the good<br />

times is get in touch with us or your travel agent.<br />

There’s a whole wide world to<br />

explore. Come see it with us.<br />

Meet us & other <strong>Contiki</strong> travellers online:<br />

contiki.com/community<br />

facebook.com/contiki<br />

twitter.com/contikican<br />

youtube.com/contiki<br />

flickr.com/contikiholidays


004<br />

You only know<br />

when you go...<br />

We travel for the moments.<br />

Some moments are awe<br />

inspiring - they make your jaw<br />

drop, your eyes widen & your<br />

heart beat faster. Like the first<br />

time you look up in the Sistine<br />

Chapel, or taking your first<br />

steps up the Great Pyramids in<br />

Egypt. Others are a little more<br />

low-key, like learning your first<br />

Italian sayings from the locals in<br />

Florence, or watching the sun set<br />

over the Mediterranean.<br />

It’s the diversity that makes<br />

Europe special - the rich local<br />

cultures, the unique regional food<br />

& the amazing characters you<br />

meet along the way. It’s about<br />

widening your perspective &<br />

experiencing new cultures that<br />

have a profound impact on your<br />

life. And ok, maybe it’s a little bit<br />

about the bragging rights back<br />

home as well...<br />

See contiki.com/europe<br />

We love<br />

Europe<br />

iPhone? Blackberry? Android?<br />

Scan to watch<br />

For a list of free barcode scanning Apps go to:<br />

contiki.com/barcodes<br />

Rich History\<br />

Diverse Culture\<br />

Amazing Food\<br />

Great People\<br />

Cool Nightlife\<br />

Experience Europe\<br />

climb the eiffel tower\throw a coin in the<br />

trevi fountain\flamenco in barcelona\<br />

swim in the arctic circle\wonder at the<br />

colosseum\sing in a german beer hall\<br />

island hop greece\cycle amsterdam\trek<br />

the swiss alps\check out the pyramids\<br />

stroll the champs elysees\& many more…


Go <strong>Contiki</strong>\<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> & UNESCO’s<br />

World Heritage sites<br />

Europe has more World Heritage sites than<br />

any other continent in the world. Most <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

tours visit World Heritage sites, so look for<br />

the World Heritage symbol on the tour<br />

pages or find out more at:<br />

contiki.com/worldheritagelist<br />

005


006<br />

Europe your way\<br />

It’s all about you\<br />

No matter how you like to travel, we have trips to suit all tastes.<br />

Whether it’s cruising in the Med or overland through the<br />

Alps, a long adventure or a short getaway, going basic<br />

for your budget or a deluxe treat, there is a <strong>Contiki</strong> with<br />

your name on it. With 5 different trip styles to choose from<br />

there’s one to suit every taste & every budget (you can find out<br />

more on p.22).<br />

It’s Europe’s diversity that makes it exceptional & <strong>Contiki</strong> is<br />

no different. Because we’ve been on the road since ’62 we<br />

have perfected the art of travel for 18-35s.<br />

Do more for less\<br />

From your Tour Manager to your Tour Driver & from our customer service<br />

team to our locally-based on-site teams, everyone at <strong>Contiki</strong> has one<br />

single focus - to make your <strong>Contiki</strong> trip the experience of a lifetime.<br />

We’re all passionate travellers who live & breathe Europe, so we know how<br />

to bring it to life for you. As well as making your trip smooth & hassle free,<br />

we have the local knowledge to get you off the regular tourist trails &<br />

inside the real Europe.<br />

Whether it’s priority access to the Vatican Museums & the top of the Eiffel Tower,<br />

exclusive activities like our Chianti wine tasting, Beaujolais countryside picnic<br />

or spectacular overnight locations, travelling with <strong>Contiki</strong> means you are<br />

guaranteed to get more included in your trip. Europe is a big place, so we make<br />

sure you get to see more of the best bits at no extra cost.<br />

We also save you time & money - time because we take the hassle out of<br />

getting around Europe & money because our experience means we can get<br />

preferential deals. You will be hard pressed to do all that we do for less - take a<br />

look at p.18 to see how <strong>Contiki</strong> stacks up & check our great deals on p.19.<br />

More free time\<br />

The real Europe\<br />

We all travel for different reasons, so on top of<br />

all that we include in our tours, we still make sure<br />

there’s plenty of “you time”. Whether you use<br />

it to explore for yourself or just to relax, you get<br />

free time every day. If you are looking for some<br />

inspirational things to do, we’ve a range<br />

of Optional Activities to help you get the most<br />

out of your trip.<br />

See p.16-17 for more info.<br />

It’s your Europe\<br />

Wherever you travel, you want to get the local experience.<br />

It may be finding an authentic Greek taverna for lunch<br />

in Athens, or having a blast with the locals after dark<br />

in Florence - we help you get under the skin of the<br />

countries you visit. Our team spend most of their lives<br />

travelling “the Continent”, so we are perfectly placed to give<br />

you access to real, local experiences.<br />

Amazing places to stay\<br />

No matter which way you choose to travel, you will have some<br />

spectacular places to stay. From our grand château in France, to<br />

our picture-perfect gasthof in the Austrian Alps, or a beachside<br />

resort in the Greek Islands. Our Special Stopovers, Feature Hotels<br />

& <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages are an event in themselves. Many are exclusive<br />

to us.


It’s Europe’s diversity that<br />

makes it exceptional &<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> is no different.<br />

Festivals & Events<br />

007<br />

Europe has some of the most unique and<br />

memorable festivals the world has to<br />

offer. From Oktoberfest to the Edinburgh<br />

Festival, there is always an event happening<br />

somewhere. Plan your trip so that it works<br />

with a festival or special event (before or<br />

after your tour) & don’t forget to check the<br />

itinerary to see where you could be spending<br />

this New Year’s Eve.<br />

Find more ideas at<br />

contiki.com/festivals-events


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For travellers<br />

like you\<br />

We know that some of the best experiences<br />

you can have on the road are not just about<br />

the places, but about the people you share<br />

them with too. <strong>Contiki</strong> began as a bunch of<br />

friends discovering Europe together. Sharing<br />

the good times with like-minded people is<br />

still at the heart of everything we do today.<br />

Whether you are an experienced traveller or a first time<br />

explorer, we have trips to suit. High energy multi-country<br />

tours for those who want to experience it all in a short<br />

space of time. In-Depth Regional tours for those who want<br />

to get under the skin of a culture.<br />

Long. Short. Hotels. Exclusive places to stay. There is<br />

something to suit all tastes & budgets. Not sure where to<br />

start? The Tour Genius on the <strong>Contiki</strong> website will give you<br />

some inspiration. See contiki.com/genius for more.<br />

On top of all this we can save you time & money.<br />

Researching a trip can be fun, but time consuming. Our<br />

expertise means that we can get better rates on everything<br />

from accommodation to white water rafting, plus priority<br />

access at many of Europe’s top attractions. Throw our<br />

super-efficient on road team into the mix & you really are<br />

set for the travel experience of a lifetime.<br />

Scan to watch<br />

For people<br />

like you


Check out our<br />

TOUR<br />

GENIUS<br />

contiki.com/genius<br />

Going solo?<br />

009<br />

While the majority of our travellers set out solo, one<br />

thing is for sure - you never finish a <strong>Contiki</strong> trip without<br />

new friends. Because more than half our travellers<br />

go it alone, you are guaranteed to link up with<br />

young (18-35 is all we do), adventurous & like-minded<br />

travel mates. We don’t charge single supplements<br />

for solo travellers. We’ll match you up with a same-sex<br />

room-mate, or if you want, you can always opt for<br />

the privacy of your own room for a little extra on<br />

<strong>Superior</strong> tours.<br />

First big trip?<br />

Your first big trip away can be a bit daunting, even if<br />

you’ve travelled a lot before. That’s where <strong>Contiki</strong> steps<br />

in. From the moment you decide to go, we’re here<br />

to help. How do I get a passport? What visas might<br />

I need? What do I pack? Give us a call, drop us an<br />

email or get online - we’ll answer your questions &<br />

give you lots of essential travel tips & advice so you’re<br />

ready to start your adventure.<br />

When you travel with us, you’ll receive an exclusive<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong>-only Travellers Guide filled with loads of essential<br />

pre-trip info too. This travel must-have gives you tips on<br />

the destinations you’re headed to, ideas on what to<br />

pack, currency information, other cool ideas for your<br />

free time, some essential local lingo, plus lots more.


Meet the team\<br />

The <strong>Contiki</strong> Difference\<br />

What’s better than going to Europe? Having someone on hand to make<br />

sure you have a good time, that’s what. Our team’s sole purpose is to<br />

make your trip the time of your life.<br />

With our Tour Managers, Tour Drivers & our team of nearly 100 <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

on-site staff throughout Europe, there’s always a reliable friend at hand to<br />

show you the sights, cool local places & make everything easy.<br />

Your dedicated Tour Manager is like an on-road guide book. They’re not<br />

just passionate travellers, they’re professionals too. We’ve plucked the best<br />

of the bunch & sent them on a training trip (the best in the industry) to be<br />

able to make the cut on our tours. In fact, we’ve written the book on<br />

training. That means they’ve done the hard work, are packed full of<br />

knowledge & they’re ready to share it all with you. They take care of all the<br />

details so everything runs smoothly & will organise a sightseeing tour or<br />

orientation walk in every place that you stop.<br />

Your trusty Tour Drivers are the same, they’ve trained hard to make sure<br />

they’ll get you where you need to go without any hassle. You can sit back<br />

& relax knowing that choosing to go <strong>Contiki</strong> means that strange road<br />

signs, narrow streets & finding the hotel is never your problem.<br />

One thing you only get with <strong>Contiki</strong> are our on-site teams on our Budget<br />

tours. We’ve got nearly 100 staff living throughout Europe at our exclusive<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Villages & Special Stopovers. Because they live on-site, they’re great<br />

for local knowledge - they know the local areas like the back of their<br />

hands. They’re there to make your stay the best it can be.<br />

And to top it off, to give our travellers that essential local perspective, in<br />

many locations we also use local guides for an expert insider’s look at<br />

destinations too.<br />

Meet Kate, Shona, Pat (Tour Manager), Alice, Sally & Baxter the dog at <strong>Contiki</strong>’s<br />

We lead, the others follow.<br />

French Chateau. They’re part of our expert on-site teams throughout Europe.<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> London Team\<br />

The Basement<br />

London is such a buzzing city, it is sometimes hard to know where to begin - don’t worry, the<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Basement & our expert team are ready to help.<br />

The <strong>Contiki</strong> Basement is our London tour departure point, located right in the heart of the city<br />

(see p.136 for a map). It’s where your kick-start tour meetings are held & it’s a great starting point for<br />

getting to know London & meeting other <strong>Contiki</strong> buddies. Plus you can use it for everything from storing<br />

your bags & checking your emails, to picking the brains of our expert on-site team. Think of them as<br />

your personal concierge - they’ll help you find the best stuff to see & do in London plus help you book<br />

day trips, theatre & gig tickets & loads more.<br />

Stay longer in London?<br />

Lots of our tours start & finish in London. So if you need<br />

accommodation, we can help. We have great rates<br />

at 2 hotels (Royal National or Imperial hotels). Both<br />

are in central London near to cool West End theatres,<br />

bars & shops. See p.138 for details & prices.<br />

If these hotels are full, we’ll book you in at the<br />

President, Bedford or Tavistock hotels (they’re just as<br />

good & just as central).<br />

Booking tips:<br />

• Plan ahead & book with your tour.<br />

• Want to share with a friend?<br />

You need to book at the same time.<br />

• Going solo? We’ll get you a room-mate<br />

(same sex) for a twin or triple share.<br />

• We can’t book double beds.<br />

• Check-in available from 2pm.<br />

• See p.139 for our cancellation policy.<br />

Check-out our London Explorer packages too –<br />

see p.133 for more.<br />

To find out more go to<br />

contiki.com/staylonger


Onboard<br />

POwer<br />

OUTLeTS<br />

to keep<br />

you charged<br />

Scan to watch<br />

Meet the<br />

team<br />

Getting around\<br />

When you’re travelling with <strong>Contiki</strong> it’s not just about<br />

travelling on a coach - you’ll see Europe from all<br />

angles. We mix it up with included flights, ferries,<br />

trains & cruise boats too.<br />

Travelling on our <strong>Contiki</strong> coaches is more than just a<br />

way to get around - it’s a social event. You’re never<br />

short of mates to hang out with - it’s a great place<br />

to check out the views, listen to music or curl up in<br />

your comfy reclining seat & chill. We’re always<br />

stopping at great spots on the trip, many of which<br />

you’d miss if you travelled any other way.<br />

You can charge your phone, camera or iPod on<br />

board too, plus these plush, air-con coaches are<br />

environmentally friendly. See p.13 for more.<br />

What’s even better about our coaches is that<br />

they’re easy & hassle free. We get you where you<br />

need to be, drop you right at your door & unload<br />

your bags so you can hit the ground running.<br />

Mark, Tour Manager:<br />

“I took 12 months off<br />

work to travel the<br />

world & during that<br />

time I did the Ultimate<br />

European tour. My<br />

Tour Manager said I<br />

should apply for a job<br />

& that’s what planted<br />

the seed. I love that<br />

my office is<br />

somewhere new<br />

everyday, I get to<br />

meet people from all<br />

over the globe & share<br />

their experiences.”<br />

Shona, on-site team:<br />

“I did a tour in 2008 &<br />

I applied the following<br />

year. When I was<br />

travelling I saw the<br />

on-site teams &<br />

thought “I want to do<br />

that”. The best thing<br />

about my job is<br />

meeting new people<br />

every day - I see how<br />

excited they are & it<br />

reminds me of my first<br />

trip to Europe.”<br />

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Travel is all about exploring &<br />

there’s no better place to try loads<br />

of different food than in Europe. On<br />

every tour (except one) you’ll get<br />

breakfast every day & about half<br />

your evening meals, but we don’t<br />

include every meal (especially lunches) for<br />

a reason. Here’s why - we keep meal times<br />

flexible to give you more independence & a<br />

chance to go local, while having the<br />

freedom & flexibility to suit your budget too.<br />

On our Budget tours, our expert on-site teams<br />

buy tasty, fresh food from local markets each<br />

day. You’ll get delicious, quality food that’s often<br />

unique to the places you’re visiting, like fondue in<br />

Switzerland & chicken parmigana in Rome.<br />

On our <strong>Superior</strong> In-Depth Regional tours, we’ve<br />

included some extra special meals at local<br />

restaurants in the tour price, so you’ll really get<br />

a taste for the places you visit. Think moussaka &<br />

halva in a Greek taverna, bruschetta & penne<br />

arrabiata in Florence & tasty tapas in Barcelona,<br />

to name a few. For more info, see p.52-53.<br />

On many of our Explore More optional nights out<br />

you’ll also get a chance to live like a local –<br />

feasting in the Tuscan hills whilst sipping Chianti,<br />

indulging in meze in Istanbul or trying traditional<br />

bratwurst in a German beer hall are just a few<br />

authentic local options to enjoy.<br />

No matter what your tastes, you’ll love what we<br />

serve up. And if you have any special dietary<br />

requirements or restrictions just tell your Tour<br />

Manager at the start of your tour and we will try<br />

to accommodate your needs.<br />

Buttery croissants like only the<br />

French can do. Spicy paella<br />

made fresh in Barcelona. Pizza<br />

done the authentic way in<br />

Rome... It’s all about<br />

tantalising your taste<br />

buds in Europe.…<br />

Bon<br />

Appétit<br />

For more on<br />

our In-Depth Regional<br />

meals see pages


Our Foundation. We’re<br />

founding partners of the<br />

non-profit The Travel Corporation<br />

Conservation Foundation.<br />

Our Foundation has committed over US$2<br />

million to help underprivileged communities &<br />

support sustainable tourism around the world. It’s<br />

part of its commitment to preserving our planet<br />

for generations to come (so far, the Foundation<br />

has helped protect 3 million hectares of forest<br />

in Brazil, supported the World Wildlife Fund’s work<br />

with indigenous sustainable tourism in Australia,<br />

plus much more).<br />

What’s more, we’re committed to continuing with<br />

this support for sustainable tourism for years to<br />

come. We’re the primary sponsors of The Tourism<br />

for Tomorrow Awards – encouraging tourism<br />

operators to develop & share sustainable tourism<br />

practices around the world.<br />

For the full story & more detail about the<br />

projects we’ve done & our plans for the future<br />

visit contiki.com/responsibletravel<br />

Taking care of the environment doesn’t need to<br />

stop when you travel – you can help look out for<br />

the planet wherever you are. Stuff like re-using<br />

your drink bottle, using less packaging, recycling<br />

or simply turning off your TV are all really simple<br />

ways we can all help to lessen our environmental<br />

impact. For some tips & hints about what you<br />

can do visit contiki.com/responsibletravel<br />

Learn more at:<br />

www.thetravelcorporation.com/<br />

foundation<br />

Car<br />

Air<br />

Rail<br />

Coach<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong><br />

Loves<br />

Our coaches. We want you to<br />

see the world. But we also want<br />

to look after it.<br />

In Europe, coach is by far the most carbon<br />

efficient way to travel. Our modern, airconditioned<br />

coaches are some of the best in<br />

Europe & we make sure they’re fuel efficient &<br />

exceed Europe’s strict fuel emission regulations.<br />

Carbon Emissions Grid<br />

METHOD OF TRAVEL KILOGRAMS OF C0 2 PER PASSENGER KILOMETRE<br />

0.2069 kgs<br />

0.0826 kgs<br />

0.0534 kgs<br />

0.0300 kgs<br />

Source DEFRA (UK Dept for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs)<br />

Greenhouse Gas (ghg) conversion figures August 2010<br />

http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/business/reporting/conversion-factors.htm<br />

Want to reduce your carbon footprint even more?<br />

You’ll find links on our website for how to offset.<br />

For more see: contiki.com/responsibletravel<br />

013<br />

Oceans\<br />

Oceans cover 71% of the Earth’s surface. The oceans<br />

of the world form the largest habitat on earth,<br />

supporting the greatest variety of life.<br />

At <strong>Contiki</strong> we love the ocean, whether we are relaxing<br />

on a cruise, hopping from one beautiful island to<br />

another or simply taking a dip.<br />

We know just how important the oceans are &<br />

through our projects around the world – from the<br />

Mesoamerican Reef, the world’s second largest reef,<br />

to the Mediterranean Sea or the beachfronts in<br />

Thailand – we are working hard to protect them.<br />

Recycling. This brochure you’re<br />

holding in your hot little hands<br />

is not only filled with awesome<br />

trips & cool stuff to do, it’s also<br />

good for the planet.<br />

At <strong>Contiki</strong> we’re committed to using 100%<br />

recycled paper for our brochure pages, 95% of<br />

which is post consumer waste (that’s litter to you &<br />

me). In simple terms, between <strong>Contiki</strong> & our Travel<br />

Corporation sister companies we’re saving over<br />

70,609 trees* a year.<br />

Using recycled paper means we’re using less<br />

trees, sending less waste to landfills & consuming<br />

20% less energy refining the fiber to make the<br />

paper. The paper is multi-forest certified – with the<br />

seal of approval from the FSC (Forest Stewardship<br />

Council), PEFC (Program for the Endorsement of<br />

Forest Certification) & a Blue Angel Certification<br />

too. Plus, the paper making process used to<br />

produce our paper is chlorine free, meaning less<br />

dioxins are released into our waterways.<br />

On top of all this a super efficient filtration process<br />

means the paper mill returns the water back to<br />

the environment cleaner than when it came in.<br />

For more ways that we’re helping to look after our<br />

planet visit contiki.com/responsibletravel<br />

* Calculations provided by the Environmental Defense Fund


014<br />

O<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>...<br />

Includes more\<br />

You’ve saved hard & are ready to see Europe. So to guarantee<br />

you get the most out of your trip, we’ve packed in lots of<br />

inclusions. They’re the things you can’t wait to see like The<br />

Vatican & the Eiffel Tower in Paris.<br />

Travelling is about seeing, touching & tasting the places you visit.<br />

It’s about getting the most out of your holiday (& your money),<br />

getting up close to Europe’s must-see sights & having a great<br />

time along the way. Wherever you are, we’ll line up trips to<br />

monuments, cycling tours & some entry fees. Plus, we even get<br />

you in faster, so you have more time to see & discover.<br />

But it’s not just about ‘ticking the box’ when you travel with us.<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong> includes a bunch of exclusive experiences & cool<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong>-only Special Stopovers (plus loads more) so look out for<br />

them beside the map on the tour pages.<br />

And there’s even more value with <strong>Contiki</strong>—there’s no extra<br />

cost if you’re travelling solo & if you want a little privacy then<br />

you always have the option of your own room on <strong>Superior</strong> for<br />

a little extra.<br />

Whichever way you choose to travel, we hook you up with some<br />

special places to stay. There are great, comfortable cabins at<br />

our <strong>Contiki</strong> Villages & exclusive experiences at our Special<br />

Stopovers, not to mention stays at some of the most spectacular<br />

Feature Hotels, all included for you.<br />

Great regional food is one of the highlights of any European trip.<br />

We include more special meals & still give you plenty<br />

of time to seek out & discover the best local cuisine<br />

for yourself. Check out our In-Depth Regional tours for even<br />

more included local cuisine.<br />

PICNIC IN THE FRENCH COUNTRYSIDE<br />

EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL STOPOVERS


enJOY<br />

LOaDs OF<br />

inCLuDeD<br />

highLights<br />

With<br />

COntiKi<br />

see the pantheOn in rOme<br />

When in rome...<br />

We’ve got Rome covered. With our exclusive special<br />

access rome sightseeing tour, we’ll take you places<br />

others can only point out on a map. You’ll uncover<br />

relics from the past of the former capital of the Roman<br />

Empire, like the Colosseum & Palatine Hill. You’ll see<br />

St. Peter’s Basilica & Vatican City, the world famous<br />

Roman Pantheon, Trevi Fountain & Spanish Steps.<br />

authentiC regiOnaL meaLs<br />

eiFFeL tOWer<br />

hunDreDs<br />

OF DeFinite<br />

Departures &<br />

mOre aDDeD<br />

everY WeeK<br />

check contiki.com<br />

for more info<br />

Wine tasting at Our Chateau<br />

WaLKing tOur OF FLOrenCe<br />

the vatiCan<br />

visit BLarneY CastLe<br />

When in paris...<br />

015<br />

Get acquainted with Paris’s famous sights as you<br />

explore the city on our exclusive ‘paris by night’<br />

sightseeing tour. Burn around the Arc de Triomphe<br />

& people watch the chic Parisian’s down the famous<br />

Champs Elysees. You’ll wonder at the stunning<br />

architecture of the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre<br />

& of course the unmissable Eiffel Tower.<br />

prague BiKe tOur


016<br />

Explore More\<br />

Do more with your free time\<br />

Holidays shouldn’t be about following a rigid<br />

schedule. On our tours, the only things fixed are<br />

your destinations. Want to go exploring? Want to<br />

chill out, relax & take it easy? It’s up to you.<br />

Free time means time to do free stuff too, like shop,<br />

check out a gallery, people watch or simply sit<br />

back in the sun & soak up some rays.<br />

All our trips are planned to ensure you have<br />

loads of free time so you can choose to do what<br />

you want. It’s about flexibility - while giving you a<br />

load of awesome optional stuff to do too.<br />

As well as all our included highlights &<br />

essential sightseeing – we’ve hand picked<br />

heaps of exciting Explore More optionals,<br />

negotiated great prices & we’ll organise it<br />

all for you, so you can get even more out of<br />

your free time. Feel the adrenalin rush as you<br />

paraglide in the Tyrol, sun seek on a Corfu cruise,<br />

reach new heights on a Swiss mountain cable-car or<br />

treat yourself at a Turkish bathhouse.<br />

01<br />

03<br />

01 Tandem Paragliding, Tyrol<br />

02 The Moulin Rouge, Paris<br />

03 Take it easy in your free time<br />

NB. It’s important that you check your insurance includes your<br />

participation in adventure activities & be aware that some of<br />

our optionals can be physically demanding & therefore<br />

involve some risk.<br />

02


Go for it & create<br />

your own adventure.<br />

bungy jumping\classical concert in vienna\rhine valley wine tasting<br />

in historic cellar\schnaps museum & tasting\cog-railway ride up a<br />

mountain\island cruise & swimming\caique boat cruise in<br />

corfu\gondola ride in venice\paris cabaret show & dinner\parasailing<br />

& waterskiing\greek dancing\spanish flamenco show\guided tour of<br />

ancient rome\whitewater rafting in austria\belly dancing\amsterdam<br />

canal boat cruise\dinner in turkey\bobsled ride\zorbing\and many more…<br />

To find Explore More choices, look for the orange<br />

panel on the bottom of every tour page.<br />

For a full list of optional activities<br />

for each tour go to:<br />

contiki.com/exploremore<br />

017


018<br />

Great value\<br />

Compare <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

When you travel with <strong>Contiki</strong> you see more, get more & save more too. The result?<br />

You can do even more cool stuff. We’ve compared a typical day travelling on your<br />

own to a day on <strong>Contiki</strong>. You can’t do all we do for cheaper, see for yourself.<br />

Breakfast €4 .90 €4 .50 CHF17<br />

.00<br />

Sightseeing<br />

Accommodation<br />

1 night (avg. Price of<br />

budget hotel/hostel)<br />

Day travel pass<br />

Dinner<br />

(2 Courses & a glass of wine,<br />

beer or soft drink)<br />

Transport<br />

(2nd Class 25yrs or under<br />

based on the global pass valid<br />

in 20 countries for 1 month)<br />

Total cost<br />

when travelling<br />

without <strong>Contiki</strong> (converted to C$)<br />

Ham & cheese panini &<br />

cappuccino at the Café<br />

Gianni<br />

€79<br />

You save with<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong>…<br />

Venice<br />

Italy<br />

* Prices & exchange rates validated at 3rd September, 2010 at<br />

the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice.<br />

Sightseeing cost comparison is based on similar activities<br />

of what’s included in a <strong>Contiki</strong> tour price. <strong>Contiki</strong> pricing<br />

based on 15 days Road to Rome p.38-39 & 12 day European<br />

Horizon p.100-101.<br />

Café latté & croissant<br />

at the Café Moulin<br />

Platter of cold meats<br />

& cheese & coffee at<br />

the Café Parterre<br />

.00 €24 .00 CHF25 .00<br />

Private motorboat to<br />

historic island (€59) &<br />

city sightseeing (€20)<br />

City sightseeing tour Lake cruise<br />

€79 .00 €65 .00 CHF155 .00<br />

At the Albergo Venezia At the Ibis Paris Maine<br />

Montparnasse<br />

At the Waldstatterhof<br />

Swiss Seehotel<br />

€15 .00 €9 .00 CHF10<br />

.00<br />

Grand canal water-bus Metro pass Bus & train<br />

€30 .00 €52 .00 CHF35<br />

.00<br />

At the Trattoria<br />

Marco Polo<br />

Paris<br />

France<br />

Lucerne<br />

Switzerland<br />

At the Café de Flore At the restaurant<br />

Galliker<br />

€17 .57 €17 .57 €17 .57<br />

C$ 302 \day C$ 231 \day C$ 272 \day<br />

<strong>Superior</strong> from C$ 142 \day*<br />

Budget from C$ 122 \day*<br />

Travel<br />

Protection<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong>’s Travel Protection<br />

Plan provides you with peace<br />

of mind while you travel &<br />

“Any Reason” cancellation<br />

flexibility. In addition to<br />

comprehensive coverage during<br />

your vacation, our plan allows<br />

you to cancel your tour for<br />

any reason before you leave<br />

home & receive a 2 year credit<br />

to travel with us at a later<br />

date. More on p. 137.


Save More<br />

Pay Early\<br />

Save up to C$339 on your tour if you book & pay 12 months before you leave, or save up to C$299 on your<br />

tour if you book & pay six months before you leave. See the tour page to find out your pay early discount.<br />

Save More<br />

2 or More\<br />

Book 2 <strong>Contiki</strong> tours (of 10 days or more) at the same time. Save C$100 on your total booking.<br />

You can pick any <strong>Contiki</strong> tour as your second (or third !) – continue your holiday in Europe or<br />

consider North America, Asia, New Zealand or Australia.<br />

Save More<br />

Book with Mates\<br />

4 OR MORE Everyone saves 5%<br />

7 OR MORE Everyone saves 7.5%<br />

10 OR MORE Everyone saves 10% or invite an 11th person for free!<br />

TRIPLE SHARE save 5% on the twin share price when you book a triple room.<br />

Available on many <strong>Superior</strong> hotel tours.<br />

The facts: All these discounts apply to the land tour price (ie: not flights). You can combine group discounts, multi tour<br />

discounts & early payment discounts on tours of 8 days or longer.<br />

Single Traveller Savings<br />

If travelling alone, share a room with another <strong>Contiki</strong> traveller on a same sex, twin-room basis<br />

(non-smoking). On our <strong>Superior</strong> tours, if you prefer your own room, we have a cost-effective<br />

single supplement available. See each tour itinerary for details.<br />

One-stop for your<br />

airfare & tour<br />

We can make booking your tour even easier. <strong>Contiki</strong> can<br />

make your flight arrangements from almost anywhere in Canada.<br />

Best prices<br />

We guarantee to offer you the best airfare we have available to<br />

suit your <strong>Contiki</strong> tour on the day you book. There are excellent<br />

prices for scheduled flights on some of the world’s top airlines. We<br />

work closely with our airline partners to bring you fantastic airfares.<br />

Our air partners operate out of all Canadian gateways & gives<br />

you access to all European destinations.<br />

Lots of choice<br />

We work with a range of major airline partners, to make<br />

sure we can offer you the best available airfares & flight departure<br />

times to suit you. Our partners operate out of most Canadian<br />

gateways & give you access to over 20 fantastic European<br />

destinations.<br />

Check contiki.com/deals<br />

Complete flexibility<br />

Need a flight to get you from the airport you arrived into, to the<br />

City your tour departs from? Want to extend your stay in Europe?<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Holidays can help you customize your flight itinerary to<br />

meet your travel needs. Just ask us for a quote and we’ll<br />

endeavor to find you the best available airfare at the time of<br />

booking.<br />

Great service<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong>’s specialist agents do the hard work for you to<br />

make sure your tour & flights work in together – too easy.<br />

019<br />

Deals\<br />

Savings &


Knows Europe better<br />

We live & breathe Europe. We’ve been doing<br />

what we do longer than anyone else, no one<br />

knows Europe like us. Our experience means<br />

that you get the most amazing, authentic,<br />

life changing experiences for 18-35s.<br />

Includes more<br />

More sights, more activities, more free time,<br />

more definite departures & more amazing<br />

accommodation plus a host of exclusive<br />

experiences that you only get with <strong>Contiki</strong>. The<br />

bottom line? Go <strong>Contiki</strong>—you’ll get more than<br />

going any other way.<br />

Only\<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong>\<br />

More diversity Extraordinary service<br />

Our diverse range of trips means we have a<br />

tour with your name on it. Whether you’re<br />

looking for a long trip or quick get-away, if<br />

you’re a first timer or a seasoned traveller,<br />

going solo or with a group, you will find your<br />

perfect trip with <strong>Contiki</strong>.<br />

Our team are the biggest, the best trained<br />

& the most committed to delivering amazing<br />

experiences, especially for 18-35s. When it<br />

comes to crew, we lead. Also, only <strong>Contiki</strong> has<br />

nearly 100 locally-based team members to look<br />

after you at our exclusive locations around<br />

Europe.<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong> includes the widest range of<br />

amazing overnight stays. Our exclusive <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

Villages & Special Stopovers, with their<br />

dedicated <strong>Contiki</strong> teams, are genuinely unique.<br />

Not forgetting our exclusive Feature Hotels<br />

offering authentic local experiences.<br />

Nobody does food like <strong>Contiki</strong>. Wherever you<br />

travel you can expect the best of regional<br />

European cuisine. From unique local meals on<br />

our In-Depth Regional <strong>Superior</strong> tours, to<br />

market-fresh home cooking on our Budget<br />

trips, get your taste buds ready for our<br />

legendary culinary delights.<br />

Life-changing<br />

experiences.<br />

More free time<br />

Amazing accommodation<br />

Exceptional eats<br />

Our Tour Managers manage all the details<br />

(not you!) so you’ll get the most from your trip.<br />

You’ll have loads of free time to explore on your<br />

own if you want. We’ve also organised a whole<br />

load of amazing optional activities for you<br />

to try if you choose & we’ve got you the best<br />

rates available.<br />

The experience of a lifetime<br />

What does all this add up to? The most<br />

amazing travel experience, tailored<br />

specifically for you.<br />

Lift me for<br />

020<br />

Travel<br />

Styles<br />

& Index


YR YR<br />

YR<br />

Index\<br />

<strong>Superior</strong> <strong>Superior</strong> <strong>Superior</strong> Budget Winter<br />

Multi-Country<br />

Europe<br />

From C$142/day<br />

INTRODUCING Page<br />

SUPERIOR TOURS............ 24-25<br />

ABOUT SUPERIOR Page<br />

ACCOMMODATION.......... 26-27<br />

EUROPEAN MAGIC<br />

Days From Page<br />

11..................C$1399........... 28-29<br />

AMSTERDAM to BARCELONA<br />

Days From Page<br />

12..................C$2019........... 30-31<br />

EUROPEAN DISCOVERY<br />

Days From Page<br />

14..................C$1799........... 32-33<br />

BEST OF EUROPE<br />

Days From Page<br />

11./.14..........C$2169........... 34-35<br />

EUROPEAN ENCOUNTER<br />

Days From Page<br />

18..................C$2229........... 36-37<br />

ROAD TO ATHENS / ROAD TO<br />

ROME<br />

Days From Page<br />

19./.15..........C$2129........... 38-39<br />

YR YR YR<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

In-Depth<br />

Regional Europe<br />

YR<br />

YR<br />

YR<br />

Multi-Country<br />

Europe<br />

continued<br />

ROAD TO ATHENS plus CRUISES<br />

Days From Page<br />

23./.27..........C$3229*......... 38-39<br />

EUROPEAN IMPRESSIONS<br />

Days From Page<br />

20..................C$2989........... 40-41<br />

EUROPEAN INSPIRATION<br />

Days From Page<br />

21..................C$2559........... 42-43<br />

EUROPEAN VISTA<br />

Days From Page<br />

23..................C$2799........... 44-45<br />

EUROPEAN PANORAMA<br />

Days From Page<br />

30..................C$4669........... 46-47<br />

EUROPEAN EXPLORER<br />

Days From Page<br />

35..................C$5755*......... 48-49<br />

INTRODUCING Page<br />

IN-DEPTH TOURS............. 52-53<br />

SCOTLAND & IRELAND<br />

Days From Page<br />

14..................C$2055........... 54<br />

ENGLAND & SCOTLAND<br />

Days From Page<br />

10./.11..........C$1145........... 55<br />

IRELAND<br />

Days From Page<br />

9....................C$1195........... 56<br />

SCOTLAND<br />

Days From Page<br />

7....................C$975............. 57<br />

GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND<br />

Days From Page<br />

18..................C$2429........... 58-59<br />

LONDON & PARIS<br />

Days From Page<br />

8./.10............C$1019........... 60-61<br />

LONDON, PARIS & AMSTERDAM<br />

Days From Page<br />

10..................C$1459........... 61<br />

Discover your<br />

ideal trip<br />

contiki.com/trips<br />

LONDON, PARIS & ROME<br />

Days From Page<br />

11..................C$1649........... 61<br />

SIMPLY ITALY<br />

Days From Page<br />

13..................C$1599........... 62-63<br />

YR<br />

YR<br />

YR<br />

YR<br />

YR<br />

YR<br />

YR<br />

In-Depth<br />

Regional Europe<br />

From C$92/day<br />

ITALIAN ESPRESSO<br />

Days From Page<br />

9....................C$1175........... 64-65<br />

MEDITERRANEAN TRAIL<br />

Days From Page<br />

11..................C$1639........... 66-67<br />

MEDITERRANEAN TRAIL plus<br />

GREEK ISLAND CRUISES<br />

Days From Page<br />

14./.18..........C$1959*......... 67<br />

MEDITERRANEAN HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Days From Page<br />

14..................C$1685........... 68-69<br />

SPANISH SPREE<br />

Days From Page<br />

15..................C$1625........... 70-71<br />

EGYPT & THE NILE<br />

Days From Page<br />

9....................C$1115........... 72-73<br />

TURKEY & GREEK ISLAND<br />

ODYSSEY<br />

Days From Page<br />

11..................C$1465*......... 74<br />

BERLIN, PRAGUE & VIENNA<br />

Days From Page<br />

10..................C$1175........... 75<br />

BERLIN TO BUDAPEST<br />

Days From Page<br />

12..................C$1375........... 76<br />

BERLIN & PRAGUE<br />

Days From Page<br />

8....................C$925............. 77<br />

VIENNA & BUDAPEST<br />

Days From Page<br />

6....................C$759............. 77<br />

EASTERN ROAD<br />

Days From Page<br />

13..................C$1755........... 78-79<br />

CROATIAN ISLAND CRUISING<br />

Days From Page<br />

10..................C$969*........... 80-81<br />

GREEK ISLAND HOPPING<br />

Days From Page<br />

14..................C$1959........... 82-83<br />

SPOTLIGHT ON GREECE<br />

+ CRUISING<br />

Days From Page<br />

5./.9./.13.......C$795*........... 84-85<br />

AEGEAN CLASSIC &<br />

GOLDEN FLEECE CRUISES<br />

Days From Page<br />

7./.10............C$659*........... 86-87<br />

EASTERN MED. CRUISING<br />

Days From Page<br />

10..................C$1195*......... 88<br />

MYKONOS & ISLAND CRUISING<br />

Days From Page<br />

9....................C$1319*......... 89<br />

* Prices exclude compulsory port<br />

taxes & gratuities, please see<br />

tour pages for more.<br />

Multi-Country<br />

Europe<br />

From C$122/day<br />

INTRODUCING Page<br />

BUDGET TOURS................ 96-97<br />

ABOUT BUDGET Page<br />

ACCOMMODATION.......... 98-99<br />

EUROPEAN HORIZON<br />

Days From Page<br />

12.................. C$1459...........100-101<br />

EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Days From Page<br />

16.................. C$1969...........102-103<br />

EUROPEAN WHIRL<br />

Days From Page<br />

20.................. C$2465...........104-105<br />

EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE<br />

Days From Page<br />

22.................. C$2689...........106-107<br />

EUROPEAN SPIRIT<br />

Days From Page<br />

23.................. C$2879...........108-109<br />

EUROPEAN ESCAPADE<br />

Days From Page<br />

27.................. C$3339...........110-111<br />

EUROPEAN CONTRASTS<br />

Days From Page<br />

31.................. C$3925...........112-113<br />

EUROPEAN ADVENTURER<br />

Days From Page<br />

39.................. C$5119...........114-116<br />

LONDON to ATHENS<br />

Days From Page<br />

23.................. C$3139...........117-118<br />

LONDON to ATHENS<br />

+ GREEK ISLAND HOPPING<br />

Days From Page<br />

35..................C$4469........... 119<br />

LONDON to ROME<br />

Days From Page<br />

18..................C$2389........... 119<br />

ULTIMATE EUROPEAN<br />

+ GREEK ISLAND HOPPING<br />

Days From Page<br />

47.................. C$6265...........122-123<br />

ULTIMATE EUROPEAN<br />

+ EGYPT OPTION<br />

Days From Page<br />

47..................C$6739........... 123<br />

GREEK ISLAND ADVENTURER<br />

Days From Page<br />

10.................. C$1615...........124-125<br />

SCANDINAVIA & RUSSIA<br />

Days From Page<br />

27.................. C$3965...........126-127<br />

SCANDINAVIA<br />

Days From Page<br />

15./.17.......... C$2299...........128-129<br />

RUSSIA<br />

Days From Page<br />

13./.15.......... C$1965...........130-131<br />

PLUS SEE:<br />

As these tours also run<br />

throughout the winter.<br />

YR<br />

Touring &<br />

Ski Austria<br />

From C$68/day<br />

INTRODUCING Page<br />

WINTER TOURS................. 90-91<br />

WINTER WANDERER<br />

Days From Page<br />

26..................C$3265........... 92-93<br />

SKI AUSTRIA<br />

Days From Page<br />

7./.14............C$525............. 94-95<br />

More ways<br />

to travel<br />

INTRODUCING MORE Page<br />

WAYS TO TRAVEL............. 132<br />

LONDON EXPLORER<br />

Days From Page<br />

3./.5..............C$269............. 133<br />

CORFU EXPLORER<br />

Days From Page<br />

4....................C$139............. 133<br />

AMSTERDAM NEW YEAR<br />

Days From Page<br />

4....................C$385............. 134<br />

PARIS NEW YEAR<br />

Days From Page<br />

4....................C$515............. 134<br />

EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO<br />

Days From Page<br />

4....................C$449............. 135<br />

EASTER IN AMSTERDAM<br />

Days From Page<br />

4....................C$345............. 135<br />

MUNICH OKTOBERFEST<br />

Days From Page<br />

5./.7..............C$395............. 135


Five great<br />

ways to go\<br />

Not all travellers are the same. We’ve all got different budgets, we want to see different<br />

things & stay in different places. So we keep it flexible & give you 5 great tour styles so<br />

you can holiday your way.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong> -<br />

Multi-Country Tours\ 01<br />

Great comfort at a great price is what our <strong>Superior</strong> tours are all about. You’ll stay twin-share<br />

in city hotels near the sights with lots of little extras & home comforts like en-suites, TVs & WiFi.<br />

We’ve also hand-picked some extra special places to stay too, our Feature Hotels. Imagine<br />

a château in France, a hotel nestled in the Swiss Alps, a Greek island beach resort & a<br />

Roman villa with panoramic views. Just kick off your shoes & relax.<br />

See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 24-51.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong> -<br />

Winter Tours & Ski\<br />

Travelling in Europe isn’t just about the summer. We’ve got lots of<br />

tours during the winter months too. There are loads of reasons to<br />

travel in winter, so beat the crowds & explore Europe in the snow.<br />

We’ve also got 2 cool ski & snowboarding packages in Austria<br />

at the Worlds #1 ski resort, which are perfect for a real European<br />

winter break.<br />

See opposite for a full list or find out more on<br />

pages 90-95.<br />

In-Depth Regional Tours \ 02<br />

Our In-Depth Regional tours are about really going local & getting to the heart of the places you visit, but with<br />

the same great standard of accommodation as our Multi-Country <strong>Superior</strong> tours above.<br />

With loads of 2 & 3 night stops, you can explore destinations in-depth, find out what really makes these regions<br />

tick & meet more locals along the way. We also include some extra special local meals too, so you can<br />

experience authentic cuisine at some of our favourite local restaurants – like tapas in Barcelona, French cuisine<br />

in Nice & a traditional Greek dinner in Athens.<br />

See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 52-89.<br />

Budget Tours\<br />

Our Budget tours are all about mixing it up & giving you a taste<br />

of all the accommodation that Europe offers - cabins, hostels &<br />

hotels. You’ll also get to stay at our exclusive <strong>Contiki</strong>-only Special<br />

Stopovers like our French château, our Swiss chalet & our<br />

Austrian gasthof - all with our <strong>Contiki</strong> on-site teams. Simple one<br />

night, a hotel upgrade the next, that’s Budget.<br />

See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 96-131.<br />

Festivals & Events\<br />

Ringing in the New Year in Europe is a must do, as are our many<br />

festivals & special events like Oktoberfest & the Edinburgh Tattoo.<br />

We’ve got it all covered.<br />

See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 132-135.<br />

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024<br />

Great value hotel tours<br />

Sleep easy & stay in comfortable, well located<br />

hotels with excellent facilities. Plus there’s<br />

two ways to travel so you get to experience<br />

Europe the way you want.<br />

Multi-Country tours<br />

Want to get a taste of all Europe has to offer?<br />

These tours usually start & end in London & cover<br />

more than 20 countries. They have the flexibility to<br />

suit every timeline - from 11 – 35 days long.<br />

In-Depth Regional tours<br />

Prefer to get into the heart of a place, love a<br />

particular country or region, or just short of time?<br />

These tours are exactly what they say they are –<br />

they go in-depth, staying in some locations for 3<br />

nights. They include more local restaurant dinners<br />

too. In-Depth tours also use well-located hotels. For<br />

more on our In-Depth tours see p.52-89.<br />

Great comfort & top locations<br />

<strong>Superior</strong> is all hotel accommodation, every night.<br />

They’re all twin-share too, with private facilities, so<br />

it’s comfy & easy. We’ll get you as close as we can<br />

to the key sights & all the action, plus they’re,<br />

comfortable & have great facilities like pools, bars<br />

& gyms. There are also fantastic Feature Hotels &<br />

Cruise options on many itineraries.<br />

See p.26-27.<br />

Remember, if you book<br />

\<br />

Look out for the orange Explore<br />

More early optionals you panel save on money! the<br />

bottom of every tour page.<br />

Our team, sightseeing free time<br />

Getting around<br />

With your expert Tour Manager & Tour Driver (see You’ll travel in style on our comfy coaches –<br />

p.10-11) at hand, you’re ready to explore – they’ll they’re some of the newest coaches out there &<br />

tell you all the hot places to go including the main they’re all air-conditioned, have power outlets for<br />

sights & some off the beaten track too.<br />

charging & all ferry crossings are included too.<br />

Free time too included<br />

Many of the best sites are included in the cost of<br />

your tour (p.14-15) & lots of extra special<br />

experiences too. Plus there’s plenty of free time for<br />

you to do the things you like.<br />

Choose from our optional Explore More activities<br />

(p.16-17) or just take time to chill out, relax & do<br />

what you want.<br />

Great local flavours<br />

<strong>Superior</strong> tours include breakfast & lots of dinners.<br />

But we don’t include all your lunches – for a<br />

reason. We make sure you’re free to go exploring<br />

& do your own thing. Our In-Depth regional trips<br />

include even more local restaurants so you can<br />

literally see ‘what’s cooking’ in the places you visit.<br />

See p.52-53.<br />

Choose from 14 amazing tours<br />

from 11 to 35 days<br />

Save even more!<br />

On some of our <strong>Superior</strong> tours you can save even<br />

more money for other stuff, by booking tripleshare.<br />

You’ll save an additional 5% on your<br />

booking. Check out the price panels on the tour<br />

pages to see if you can save.<br />

Going solo?<br />

Even if you’re planning on leaving your mates at<br />

home, don’t worry. We’ll match you with a room<br />

mate, so it’s all good. More than half our travellers<br />

are just like you – ready to head off on their own &<br />

experience Europe with young, fun & like-minded<br />

travel mates.<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.


Remember, if you book<br />

early you save money!<br />

<strong>Superior</strong>\<br />

Exclusive & unique Feature Hotels<br />

Great value hotel tours<br />

Easy access to all the action<br />

Hotels – big on comfort & top locations<br />

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Multi-Country Tours\<br />

14<br />

Multi-country tours<br />

to choose from


026<br />

Exclusive\Charming\<br />

Stylish\<br />

Get ready for a taste of<br />

comfort when you travel<br />

<strong>Superior</strong>.<br />

Check out our<br />

Feature Hotels<br />

—<br />

relax & enjoy a<br />

little extra style<br />

—<br />

especially<br />

for you!


<strong>Superior</strong>’s all about<br />

having a comfy, stylish<br />

home away from home<br />

- a place to relax each<br />

night after a busy day<br />

Comfort to us means great facilities you’ll love -<br />

like TVs in your room, often WiFi, en-suite<br />

bathrooms, laundry facilities & fluffy towels – plus<br />

concierge services at your fingertips. We’re flexible<br />

too, share with others or get a room to yourself for<br />

a little extra. We’ll get you as close as we can to<br />

the action when you’re in the city too, so you’re<br />

right near the main sights, places to go out & all<br />

the best bits.<br />

We’ve not only picked some great hotels for you to<br />

stay in throughout Europe, but some extra special<br />

places too. We call them Feature Hotels - they really<br />

stand out as exceptional, in distinctive locations &<br />

with a heap of great hotel facilities to enjoy.<br />

Our Feature Hotels<br />

Château Fontager, Lyon<br />

Spend a night in the beautiful French countryside<br />

when you stay in this charming castle set in<br />

parklands alongside the River Rhone. Indulge in<br />

delicious French cuisine in the banqueting room,<br />

take a dip in the huge pool, or just sit back & take<br />

in the surroundings.<br />

Mount Titlis, The Swiss Alps<br />

Get a taste of the true alpine lifestyle & incredible<br />

views at a lodge set 1,000m (3,300ft) up Mount<br />

Titlis. What’s even better is that there is year round<br />

snow, so the range of activities here is mindblowing.<br />

Explore the glacier & Glacier Park where<br />

there’s all kinds of snow toys to enjoy. Or if going a<br />

little slower is more your thing, there are hiking trails<br />

or a ride to the 3048m (10,000ft) summit in one of<br />

the world’s only revolving cable cars, plus more.<br />

Eventhotel Pyramide, Vienna<br />

This one-of-a-kind, recently renovated hotel is an<br />

attraction in itself with its quirky shape. The rooms are<br />

deluxe & if you’re feeling like a spot of pampering,<br />

there’s a wellness centre with a tranquil indoor<br />

aquatic world, sauna & pool (just to name a few!)<br />

to chill out in after a long day’s sightseeing.<br />

Hotel Cabala, Rome<br />

When in Rome… there’s no better place to stay<br />

than a Roman Villa. With 360-degree views of the<br />

Roman countryside, Hotel Cabala is a welcome<br />

escape after the busy streets of the city. Rooms<br />

are spacious, chic & air-conditioned… not to<br />

mention the fantastic pool.<br />

Aphrodite Resort Hotel, Mykonos<br />

Set on one of Mykonos’ best beaches, this resort<br />

hotel is your chance to really relax. Swim,<br />

sunbathe or get active & try some watersports or<br />

tennis. This island paradise has great restaurants &<br />

cool clubs to enjoy.<br />

For more visit<br />

contiki.com/superior<br />

Location, location,<br />

location<br />

When you stay in the city, it’s not just about great<br />

facilities & comfort. We know it’s essential to be as<br />

close as possible to where the action’s at, so you<br />

spend less time getting there & more time<br />

experiencing the places that count.<br />

In the heart of the city<br />

The Capitol Hotel in Florence, the Ibis Wenceslas<br />

Square Prague, plus our hotels in Dubrovnik &<br />

Athens are just some of the many hotels located<br />

right in the heart of the city. Just like in Paris,<br />

Barcelona, Madrid, Nice & more.<br />

Easy access<br />

You can really live like a local - many of our hotels<br />

have easy access to public transport, so jump on<br />

the Metro, tube or tram & get moving. Like the Hotel<br />

Regent, Rome – just 2 stops on the Metro to the<br />

heart of the city or Blue Square Hotel, Amsterdam -<br />

a 10 minute tram ride to the city centre.<br />

Close to what you want to see<br />

The Ibis Port de Clichy hotel in Paris, close to<br />

Montmartre (home of Sacre Coeur & the Moulin<br />

Rouge), Ibis Old Town in central Prague & Hotel<br />

President, right by the Duomo in Florence (plus<br />

many more).<br />

027


European<br />

Magic<br />

11 Days<br />

From C$1399pp<br />

C$128/day<br />

8 Countries visited<br />

England, Belgium (in transit), Netherlands,<br />

Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Locally guided bike tour of Munich’s famous<br />

landmarks<br />

• Private boat through the canals & islands of<br />

Venice<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />

contiki.com/magic<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

Scotland<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/magic-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Amsterdam Evening boat cruise along the canals<br />

• Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar<br />

• Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided city<br />

walking tour • Authentic Venetian dinner & regional wines<br />

ENGLAND<br />

Wales<br />

LONDON 1<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

DOVER<br />

CALAIS<br />

VALLEY OF THE SOMME<br />

PARIS 2<br />

Spain<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

BURGUNDY REGION<br />

FRANCE<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

1 AMSTERDAM<br />

BELGIUM<br />

Norway<br />

RUHR VALLEY<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

1<br />

RHINE<br />

VALLEY<br />

MUNICH 1<br />

SWITZ<br />

1<br />

LUCERNE<br />

LAKE COMO<br />

GERMANY<br />

BRENNER PASS<br />

ITALY<br />

Sweden<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

Czech Rep<br />

AUSTRIA<br />

INNSBRUCK<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

Poland<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

Slovakia<br />

Hungary<br />

Slovenia<br />

2 VENICE Croatia<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & 3 course dinner<br />

• Lucerne Private cruise on Lake Lucerne • Mt Stanserhorn<br />

cog-railway & cable car ride<br />

• Tyrol Bobsled ride<br />

Bosnia<br />

3<br />

Albania<br />

Greece<br />

COR<br />

CAN


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Amsterdam<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team. Ferry<br />

across the English Channel & head<br />

up to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of<br />

Amsterdam via Belgium. (D)<br />

• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />

• See Amsterdam’s canals & gable<br />

houses by night<br />

Day 4: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley<br />

Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of<br />

museums, canals & cool cafés. Next,<br />

stop in the Rhine Valley with its charming<br />

wine villages & old-time German<br />

atmosphere. (B,D)<br />

• Stunning drive along the Rhine River<br />

Day 5: Rhine Valley to Munich<br />

Head south to Munich, a charming festive<br />

800-year-old city & home of the worldfamous<br />

Oktoberfest. (B)<br />

• See the Lorelei Rock<br />

• Learn how beersteins are crafted<br />

• See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz<br />

• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />

Day 6: Munich to Venice<br />

Wind through the Bavarian Alps & stop<br />

at Innsbruck, Austria before we arrive in<br />

enchanting Venice. (B,D)<br />

• See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace &<br />

Olympic ski jump in Innsbruck<br />

Day 7: Venice<br />

Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight<br />

alleyways & canals to find grand squares,<br />

art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops,<br />

bars & markets. An optional gondola ride<br />

is a must! (B)<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

• Murano glass-blowing demonstration<br />

Day 8: Venice to Lucerne<br />

Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como<br />

& then steer all the way into the heart of<br />

the Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />

• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge<br />

• Scenic Alpine drive<br />

Day 9: Lucerne to Paris<br />

Pass through the lush vineyards & wine<br />

regions of Burgundy & Chablis to the<br />

glittering “City of Lights”. (B,D)<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Élysées & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 10: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris - shop the<br />

chic boutiques, overload on pastries,<br />

baguettes & cheese or sit back with a<br />

café au lait & people watch. (B)<br />

• Visit a French Perfumery<br />

Day 11: Depart Paris<br />

Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport<br />

(est. arr. 10am) or choose to take a<br />

complimentary transfer to central London<br />

& extend your stay. (B)<br />

Wooden Chapel Bridge, Lucerne<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBHH Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

APR 15 APR 17 APR 25 1665<br />

APR 29 MAy 1 MAy 9 1699<br />

MAy 13 MAy 15 MAy 23 1745<br />

MAy 20 MAy 22 MAy 30 1745<br />

MAy 27 MAy 29 JuN 6 1745<br />

JuN 3 JuN 5 JuN 13 1745<br />

JuN 10 JuN 12 JuN 20 1745<br />

JuN 17 JuN 19 JuN 27 1745<br />

JuN 24 JuN 26 JuL 4 1745<br />

JuL 1 JuL 3 JuL 11 1769<br />

JuL 8 JuL 10 JuL 18 1769<br />

JuL 11 JuL 13 JuL 21 1769<br />

JuL 15 JuL 17 JuL 25 1769<br />

JuL 18 JuL 20 JuL 28 1769<br />

Code: WWHH Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 13 OCT 15 OCT 23 1469<br />

OCT 27 OCT 29 NOV 6 1469<br />

NOV 10 NOV 12 NOV 20 1439<br />

NOV 24 NOV 26 DEC 4 1439<br />

DEC 1 DEC 3 DEC 11 1439<br />

DEC 8 DEC 10 DEC 18 1439<br />

DEC 15 DEC 17 DEC 25 1475<br />

DEC 17 DEC 19 DEC 27 1475<br />

DEC 19 DEC 21 DEC 29 1475<br />

DEC 22 DEC 24 JAN 1 1475<br />

DEC 26 DEC 28 JAN 5 1475<br />

DEC 29 DEC 31 JAN 8 1475<br />

DEC 31 JAN 2 JAN 10 1475<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

JuL 22 JuL 24 AuG 1 1769<br />

JuL 29 JuL 31 AuG 8 1769<br />

AuG 1 AuG 3 AuG 11 1745<br />

AuG 5 AuG 7 AuG 15 1745<br />

AuG 12 AuG 14 AuG 22 1699<br />

AuG 19 AuG 21 AuG 29 1699<br />

AuG 26 AuG 28 SEP 5 1699<br />

SEP 2 SEP 4 SEP 12 1745<br />

SEP 9 SEP 11 SEP 19 1745<br />

SEP 16 • SEP 18 SEP 26 1745<br />

SEP 23 • SEP 25 OCT 3 1745<br />

SEP 30 OCT 2 OCT 10 1745<br />

OCT 7 OCT 9 OCT 17 1665<br />

2012<br />

JAN 2 JAN 4 JAN 12 1475<br />

JAN 5 JAN 7 JAN 15 1475<br />

JAN 12 JAN 14 JAN 22 1475<br />

JAN 26 JAN 28 FEB 5 1399<br />

FEB 9 FEB 11 FEB 19 1399<br />

FEB 23 FEB 25 MAR 4 1399<br />

MAR 1 MAR 3 MAR 11 1399<br />

MAR 8 MAR 10 MAR 18 1399<br />

MAR 15 MAR 17 MAR 25 1425<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBHH - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$449.<br />

WWHH - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$375.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris<br />

CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />

• These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

What’s included<br />

• 9 nights twin or triple-share<br />

hotel accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 13 meals:<br />

8 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

5 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 3<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Soak up some rays<br />

29<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

European<br />

Magic<br />

11 Days<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$149. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$85.<br />

See p.19 for details.


Amsterdam<br />

to Barcelona<br />

12 Days<br />

From C$2019pp<br />

C$169/day<br />

7 Countries visited<br />

Netherlands, Belgium (in transit), France,<br />

Switzerland, Italy (in transit), Monaco, Spain<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks &<br />

canals to cheese making Edam<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />

• Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter<br />

contiki.com/amsterdam-barcelona<br />

Scotland<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

SPAIN<br />

England<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

PARIS 2<br />

PYRENEES<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

BARCELONA<br />

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visit contiki.com/amsterdam-barcelona-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Amsterdam Evening boat cruise along the canals<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & dinner<br />

• Lucerne Private cruise on stunning Lake Lucerne<br />

Wales<br />

2<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

EDAM<br />

CHAMPAGNE REGION<br />

BURGUNDY REGION<br />

FRANCE<br />

BELGIUM<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

2 AMSTERDAM<br />

CHAMONIX 1<br />

SWITZ<br />

LUCERNE 1<br />

2<br />

FRENCH<br />

RIVIERA<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

MONACO<br />

Denmark<br />

Germany<br />

ITALY<br />

Sweden<br />

Czech Rep<br />

Austria<br />

Slovenia<br />

Croatia<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

• Chamonix Cable car ride to Aiguille du Midi<br />

• French Riviera Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco<br />

• Barcelona Flamenco dance show<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

2<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

Serbia<br />

Mac<br />

Albania<br />

Gr


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive<br />

Amsterdam<br />

Check-in to your hotel & explore this freewheeling,<br />

vibrant city. Later, meet up with<br />

your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team. (D)<br />

Day 3: Amsterdam<br />

Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in<br />

the scenic village of Edam, world-famous<br />

for its namesake cheese. Afterwards,<br />

check out Amsterdam’s myriad of<br />

museums, trendy cafés & notoriously<br />

fun nightclubs. (B)<br />

• Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s<br />

house<br />

• See the city’s canals & gable houses<br />

by night<br />

Day 4: Amsterdam to Paris<br />

Journey through Belgium, past<br />

Waterloo & into the glittering “City of<br />

Lights.” (B,D)<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Élysées & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 5: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where<br />

you’ll find magic, romance & history<br />

amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />

Day 6: Paris to Lucerne<br />

Pass through the lush vineyards of<br />

Burgundy to the breathtaking Swiss<br />

Alps. (B,D)<br />

Day 7: Lucerne to Chamonix<br />

Wander the cobble streets of jawdroppingly<br />

gorgeous Lucerne. Then cross<br />

over the Alps to Chamonix, the mountain<br />

resort town sitting in Mont Blanc’s<br />

shadow. (B,D)<br />

• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne<br />

• View the Lion Monument in Lucerne<br />

• See Mont Blanc (weather permitting)<br />

Day 8: Chamonix to French Riviera<br />

Motor through the Mont Blanc tunnel<br />

to Italy & on to the glamorous French<br />

Riviera. (B,D)<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

Day 9: French Riviera<br />

Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor<br />

markets, shop the upscale boutiques<br />

& sun worship on the beach. Later rub<br />

shoulders with the rich & famous in<br />

Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B)<br />

• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />

• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />

Day 10: French Riviera to Barcelona<br />

Travel past Cannes, through France’s<br />

rustic Provence region, over the<br />

Pyrénées Mountains to Mediterranean<br />

Barcelona. (B,D)<br />

• Scenic drive along the Cote d’Azur<br />

Day 11: Barcelona<br />

See why this sexy city sizzles on a<br />

sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta,<br />

fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion<br />

at an unforgettable optional Flamenco<br />

show! (B)<br />

• See Gaudi’s Art Nouveau Cathedral &<br />

the 1992 Olympic Games complex<br />

Day 12: Depart Barcelona<br />

Make your final farewells to your newfound<br />

friends as your tour ends after<br />

breakfast. (B)<br />

Musée d’Orsay, Paris<br />

Evening canal cruise<br />

Sagrada Familia, Barcelona<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBAB Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Ams’dam Barcelona pp<br />

MAy 5 MAy 6 MAy 16 2019<br />

MAy 19 MAy 20 MAy 30 2099<br />

MAy 26 MAy 27 JuN 6 2099<br />

JuN 9 JuN 10 JuN 20 2099<br />

JuN 23 JuN 24 JuL 4 2099<br />

JuN 30 JuL 1 JuL 11 2159<br />

JuL 7 JuL 8 JuL 18 2159<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Ams’dam Barcelona pp<br />

JuL 14 JuL 15 JuL 25 2159<br />

JuL 21 JuL 22 AuG 1 2159<br />

AuG 4 AuG 5 AuG 15 2099<br />

AuG 25 AuG 26 SEP 5 2019<br />

SEP 1 SEP 2 SEP 12 2099<br />

SEP 8 SEP 9 SEP 19 2099<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single room supplement of C$625 & triple-share<br />

reduction of 5% available based on twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

• 10 nights twin or triple-share<br />

hotel accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 16 meals:<br />

10 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

6 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Number of World 2<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Eglise du Dome, Paris Gaudi architecture, Barcelona<br />

31<br />

Amsterdam<br />

to Barcelona<br />

12 Days<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$105.<br />

See p.19 for details.


European<br />

Discovery<br />

14 Days<br />

From C$1799pp<br />

C$129/day<br />

9 Countries visited<br />

England, Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, S.Ireland<br />

Austria, Italy, Vatican City, Switzerland, France<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Locally guided bike tour of Munich’s famous<br />

landmarks<br />

• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Enjoy delicious gelato in Rome – our treat<br />

• Discover the Statue of David, the Ponte Vecchio,<br />

Medici Palace & much more on our locally<br />

guided walking tour<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />

contiki.com/discovery<br />

Portugal<br />

Scotland<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

Wales ENGLAND<br />

LONDON 1<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

Spain<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/discovery-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Amsterdam Evening boat cruise along the canals<br />

• Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar<br />

• Tyrol Whitewater rafting (summer departures only) • Bike ride<br />

(summer departures only)<br />

CALAIS<br />

DOVER<br />

VALLEY OF THE SOMME<br />

FRANCE<br />

2 PARIS<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

BURGUNDY REGION<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

1 AMSTERDAM<br />

BELGIUM<br />

RUHR VALLEY<br />

RHINE 1<br />

VALLEY<br />

SWITZ<br />

1<br />

LUCERNE<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

Denmark<br />

MUNICH 1<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

LAKE COMO<br />

FLORENCE 1<br />

GERMANY<br />

BRENNER PASS<br />

APENNINE<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

ITALY<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

Sweden<br />

Czech Rep<br />

1 TYROL<br />

AUSTRIA<br />

2 ROME<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

Poland<br />

Slovenia<br />

1 VENICE Croatia<br />

Bosnia<br />

Slovakia<br />

Hungary<br />

• Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided walking tour<br />

• Rome Locally guided tour of The Vatican museums IONIAN SEA<br />

• Lucerne Cruise on Lake Lucerne (summer departures only)<br />

• Florence Entrance to one of the largest nightclubs in Florence<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & dinner<br />

6<br />

Greece<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

Lithu<br />

R


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Amsterdam<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team. Ferry the<br />

English Channel & head to the freewheeling,<br />

vibrant city of 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 to Rhine Valley<br />

Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of<br />

museums, canals & cool cafés. Next, stop<br />

in the Rhine Valley with its charming<br />

wine villages & old-time German<br />

atmosphere. (B,D)<br />

• Stunning drive along the Rhine River<br />

• See the Lorelei Rock<br />

Day 5: Rhine Valley to Munich<br />

Head south to Munich, the festive home<br />

of Oktoberfest. (B)<br />

• Learn how beersteins are crafted<br />

• See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz<br />

• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />

Day 6: Munich to Austrian Tyrol<br />

Be ‘wowed’ by stunning alpine scenery en<br />

route to a cool Tyrolean village. (B,D)<br />

• See this pretty mountain region famous<br />

for adventure sports<br />

Day 7: Austrian Tyrol to Venice<br />

Wind through the Bavarian Alps via the<br />

Brenner Pass to Italy. Meander through the<br />

‘floating city’ & find grand squares, art-filled<br />

palazzos & interesting little shops. (B)<br />

• Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards<br />

& castles<br />

• Private motorboat to the historic islands<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

Gondola ride, Venice<br />

Day 8: Venice to Rome<br />

Leave enchanting Venice & criss-cross the<br />

Apennine Mountains on the road to<br />

Rome. (B,D)<br />

• See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,<br />

Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon<br />

& Piazza Navona<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City<br />

Day 9: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”<br />

& explore this living museum of history.<br />

Later, there’s a chance to delve into history<br />

with a tour of The Vatican museums<br />

including the Sistine Chapel. (B)<br />

Day 10: Rome to Florence<br />

Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills &<br />

terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence.<br />

A local guide gives you the inside track on<br />

the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. (B)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 11: Florence to Lucerne<br />

Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como<br />

en-route to Lucerne, nestled in the<br />

breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />

• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge<br />

• View the Lion Monument<br />

Day 12: Lucerne to Paris<br />

Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy<br />

& Chablis to the “City of Lights”. (B,D)<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Élysées & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 13: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll<br />

find magic, romance & history among the<br />

city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />

• Visit a French Perfumery<br />

Day 14: Depart Paris<br />

Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est.<br />

arr. 10am) or choose to take a<br />

complimentary transfer to central London<br />

& extend your stay. (B)<br />

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBHD Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

MAR 22 MAR 24 APR 4 2219<br />

APR 5 APR 7 APR 18 2219<br />

APR 12 APR 14 APR 25 2219<br />

APR 19 APR 21 MAy 2 2219<br />

APR 26 APR 28 MAy 9 2219<br />

APR 28 APR 30 MAy 11 2219<br />

MAy 3 MAy 5 MAy 16 2275<br />

MAy 5 MAy 7 MAy 18 2275<br />

MAy 10 MAy 12 MAy 23 2275<br />

MAy 12 MAy 14 MAy 25 2275<br />

MAy 17 MAy 19 MAy 30 2329<br />

MAy 19 MAy 21 JUN 1 2329<br />

MAy 24 MAy 26 JUN 6 2329<br />

MAy 26 MAy 28 JUN 8 2329<br />

MAy 31 JUN 2 JUN 13 2329<br />

JUN 2 JUN 4 JUN 15 2329<br />

JUN 7 JUN 9 JUN 20 2329<br />

JUN 9 JUN 11 JUN 22 2329<br />

JUN 14 JUN 16 JUN 27 2329<br />

JUN 16 JUN 18 JUN 29 2329<br />

JUN 19 JUN 21 JUL 2 2329<br />

JUN 21 JUN 23 JUL 4 2329<br />

JUN 23 JUN 25 JUL 6 2329<br />

JUN 26 JUN 28 JUL 9 2329<br />

JUN 28 JUN 30 JUL 11 2329<br />

JUN 30 JUL 2 JUL 13 2359<br />

JUL 5 JUL 7 JUL 18 2359<br />

JUL 7 JUL 9 JUL 20 2359<br />

JUL 10 JUL 12 JUL 23 2359<br />

JUL 12 JUL 14 JUL 25 2359<br />

JUL 14 JUL 16 JUL 27 2359<br />

Code: WWHW Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 16 OCT 18 OCT 29 1895<br />

OCT 23 OCT 25 NOV 5 1895<br />

OCT 30 NOV 1 NOV 12 1855<br />

NOV 6 NOV 8 NOV 19 1855<br />

NOV 13 NOV 15 NOV 26 1855<br />

NOV 20 NOV 22 DEC 3 1855<br />

NOV 22 NOV 24 DEC 5 1855<br />

NOV 25 NOV 27 DEC 8 1855<br />

NOV 29 DEC 1 DEC 12 1855<br />

DEC 2 DEC 4 DEC 15 1855<br />

DEC 4 DEC 6 DEC 17 1855<br />

DEC 9 DEC 11 DEC 22 1855<br />

DEC 11 DEC 13 DEC 24 1855<br />

DEC 15 DEC 17 DEC 28 1915<br />

DEC 17 DEC 19 DEC 30 1915<br />

DEC 19 DEC 21 JAN 1 1915<br />

DEC 21 DEC 23 JAN 3 1915<br />

DEC 23 DEC 25 JAN 5 1915<br />

DEC 25 DEC 27 JAN 7 1915<br />

DEC 27 DEC 29 JAN 9 1915<br />

DEC 29 DEC 31 JAN 11 1915<br />

DEC 31 JAN 2 JAN 13 1915<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

JUL 17 JUL 19 JUL 30 2359<br />

JUL 19 JUL 21 AUG 1 2359<br />

JUL 21 JUL 23 AUG 3 2359<br />

JUL 24 JUL 26 AUG 6 2359<br />

JUL 26 JUL 28 AUG 8 2359<br />

JUL 28 JUL 30 AUG 10 2359<br />

AUG 2 AUG 4 AUG 15 2329<br />

AUG 4 AUG 6 AUG 17 2329<br />

AUG 9 AUG 11 AUG 22 2275<br />

AUG 11 AUG 13 AUG 24 2275<br />

AUG 16 AUG 18 AUG 29 2275<br />

AUG 18 AUG 20 AUG 31 2275<br />

AUG 23 AUG 25 SEP 5 2275<br />

AUG 25 AUG 27 SEP 7 2275<br />

AUG 30 SEP 1 SEP 12 2329<br />

SEP 1 SEP 3 SEP 14 2329<br />

SEP 6 SEP 8 SEP 19 2329<br />

SEP 8 SEP 10 SEP 21 2329<br />

SEP 11 SEP 13 SEP 24 2329<br />

SEP 13 • SEP 15 SEP 26 2329<br />

SEP 15 • SEP 17 SEP 28 2329<br />

SEP 18 • SEP 20 OCT 1 2329<br />

SEP 20 • SEP 22 OCT 3 2329<br />

SEP 22 • SEP 24 OCT 5 2329<br />

SEP 23 • SEP 25 OCT 6 2329<br />

SEP 25 • SEP 27 OCT 8 2329<br />

SEP 27 • SEP 29 OCT 10 2329<br />

SEP 29 OCT 1 OCT 12 2329<br />

OCT 4 OCT 6 OCT 17 2329<br />

OCT 6 OCT 8 OCT 19 2329<br />

OCT 11 OCT 13 OCT 24 2219<br />

2012<br />

JAN 2 JAN 4 JAN 15 1915<br />

JAN 4 JAN 6 JAN 17 1915<br />

JAN 6 JAN 8 JAN 19 1915<br />

JAN 8 JAN 10 JAN 21 1915<br />

JAN 13 JAN 15 JAN 26 1915<br />

JAN 15 JAN 17 JAN 28 1915<br />

JAN 22 JAN 24 FEB 4 1799<br />

JAN 29 JAN 31 FEB 11 1799<br />

FEB 5 FEB 7 FEB 18 1799<br />

FEB 12 FEB 14 FEB 25 1799<br />

FEB 19 FEB 21 MAR 3 1799<br />

FEB 24 FEB 26 MAR 8 1799<br />

FEB 26 FEB 28 MAR 10 1799<br />

MAR 4 MAR 6 MAR 17 1799<br />

MAR 11 MAR 13 MAR 24 1839<br />

MAR 18 MAR 20 MAR 31 1839<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBHD - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$595.<br />

WWHW - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$485.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris<br />

CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />

• These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. 1<br />

night in the Austrian Tyrol is replaced by 1 night in Innsbruck.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

33<br />

European<br />

Discovery<br />

14 Days<br />

• 12 nights twin or triple-share<br />

hotel accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 17 meals:<br />

11 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

6 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 6<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Bike ride in the Tyrol<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$189. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$115.<br />

See p.19 for details.


Best of Europe<br />

Mixing coach, train & plane<br />

14 Days<br />

From C$2819pp<br />

C$202/day<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Max your time by mixing travel modes<br />

- from a train, to a coach to a plane S.Ireland<br />

7 Countries visited<br />

France, Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany,<br />

Czech Republic, Italy, Vatican City<br />

GO<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />

• 300kmph trip on a high speed train<br />

• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks &<br />

canals to cheese making Edam<br />

• Bike ride of bohemian Prague with our local expert<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

contiki.com/best-europe<br />

Portugal<br />

Scotland<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

Wales<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

ATLANTIC<br />

OCEAN<br />

Spain<br />

COSTA DEL SOL<br />

England<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/best-europe-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Paris Parisian cabaret show & dinner<br />

• Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise<br />

• Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour<br />

COSTA BLANCA<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

3 PARIS<br />

FRANCE<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

2 AMSTERDAM<br />

EDAM<br />

BELGIUM<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

Switz<br />

Denmark<br />

GERMANY<br />

ITALY<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

DRESDEN<br />

Sweden<br />

2 BERLIN<br />

2 PRAGUE<br />

3 ROME<br />

CZECH REP<br />

Austria<br />

Slovenia<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

Croatia<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

Poland<br />

Slovakia<br />

Bosnia<br />

• Prague Scenic river cruise with lunch<br />

• Rome Locally guided tour of The Vatican museums<br />

Hungary<br />

6<br />

Serbia<br />

Montenegro<br />

Albania<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

Fin<br />

Lithuan<br />

Bul


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Paris<br />

Check-in to your hotel & explore the<br />

stylish, cosmopolitan city of Paris for the<br />

afternoon. Later meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

Team & fellow travellers for dinner &<br />

evening sightseeing. (D)<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Days 3-4: Paris<br />

Indulge in this sophisticated city for a<br />

couple of days & find magic, romance &<br />

history. Day trip to the illustrious Château<br />

Versailles & opt in for a cabaret show &<br />

dinner. (B)(B)<br />

• See Château Versailles (entrance not<br />

included)<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

Day 5: Paris to Amsterdam<br />

Zip along in a high speed train headed<br />

for the Netherland’s free-wheeling, vibrant<br />

capital city, Amsterdam. (B,D)<br />

• See the city’s canals & gable houses<br />

by night<br />

Day 6: Amsterdam<br />

Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in<br />

the scenic village of Edam, world-famous<br />

for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check<br />

out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums,<br />

trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B)<br />

• Bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside<br />

• Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house<br />

Day 7: Amsterdam to Berlin<br />

Motor down the Autobahn & get ready<br />

for a dose of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight,<br />

enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding<br />

arts, bar & club scene. (B,D)<br />

• See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz,<br />

Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg<br />

Gate & historic Reichstag building<br />

• Take in commemorative artwork & the<br />

remains of the Berlin Wall<br />

• See the site of ‘Checkpoint Charlie’<br />

Day 8: Berlin<br />

Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in<br />

this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical<br />

significance in everything from the streets<br />

to the grand monuments. (B)<br />

Day 9: Berlin to Prague<br />

Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst,<br />

in Dresden on your way south to Prague,<br />

an ever-modernizing hub of eastern<br />

European revival. (B,D)<br />

• Visit the city destroyed in World War 2 &<br />

known as the ‘Florence of the North’<br />

• See the rebuilt baroque architecture<br />

of the Royal Residence, Zwinger<br />

Fortress, Opera House & Frauenkirche<br />

in Dresden<br />

Day 10: Prague<br />

Snake through this medieval city’s maze<br />

of cobbled streets & discover Gothic<br />

architecture, bargain-priced beer &<br />

bohemian crystal beads. (B)<br />

• See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral<br />

of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge &<br />

Wenceslas Square<br />

• Visit the old town square & see the<br />

astronomical clock<br />

Day 11: Prague to Rome<br />

Catch a short flight to Rome this morning<br />

& by the afternoon be walking in history’s<br />

footsteps around this amazing city. (B,D)<br />

• See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,<br />

Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon<br />

& Piazza Navona<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City<br />

Days 12-13: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”<br />

& explore this living museum. Later, there’s<br />

a chance to delve into history with a tour<br />

of The Vatican museums including the<br />

Sistine Chapel. (B)(B)<br />

Day 14: Depart Rome<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to<br />

say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 14 have been designed to<br />

allow you to start & finish the tour without needing<br />

extra nights accommodation.<br />

Best of Europe<br />

start in Amsterdam<br />

11 Days<br />

From C$2169pp<br />

Stuck for time?<br />

We’ve got a shorter version of the<br />

14 day Best of Europe tour, visiting<br />

5 countries. Check it out below.<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive<br />

Amsterdam<br />

Check-in to your hotel. This evening<br />

meet your Tour Manager & fellow<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> travellers. (D)<br />

Days 3-11: Amsterdam to Rome<br />

Refer to days 5-14 map, itinerary<br />

& included sightseeing described<br />

opposite & above.<br />

• Tour Code: BBTAM<br />

• See price panel opposite for<br />

departure dates & prices<br />

C$198/day<br />

contiki.com/best-europe-ams<br />

Save More Money. If you pay<br />

6 months in advance you save<br />

C$109. See p.19 for details.<br />

Cheeses in Edam<br />

Prague bike tour<br />

Paris<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBTC Summer 2011 Code: BBTAM Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$ Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada Paris Rome pp Canada Ams’dam Rome pp<br />

2011<br />

2011<br />

MAY 21 MAY 22 JuN 3 2819 MAY 24 MAY 25 JuN 3 2169<br />

JuN 4 JuN 5 JuN 17 2819 JuN 7 JuN 8 JuN 17 2169<br />

JuN 18 JuN 19 JuL 1 2819 JuN 21 JuN 22 JuL 1 2169<br />

JuL 2 JuL 3 JuL 15 2889 JuL 5 JuL 6 JuL 15 2225<br />

JuL 16 JuL 17 JuL 29 2889 JuL 19 JuL 20 JuL 29 2225<br />

JuL 30 JuL 31 AuG 12 2889 AuG 2 AuG 3 AuG 12 2169<br />

AuG 13 AuG 14 AuG 26 2749 AuG 16 AuG 17 AuG 26 2119<br />

AuG 27 AuG 28 SEP 9 2749 AuG 30 AuG 31 SEP 9 2169<br />

SEP 10 SEP 11 SEP 23 2819 SEP 13 SEP 14 SEP 23 2169<br />

SEP 24 SEP 25 OCT 7 2819 SEP 27 SEP 28 OCT 7 2169<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBTC - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$839.<br />

BBTAM - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$645.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

35<br />

Best of<br />

Europe<br />

14 Days<br />

• 12 nights twin or triple-share<br />

hotel accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 17 meals:<br />

12 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

5 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<br />

• Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />

with power outlets for charging<br />

• High speed train journey between<br />

Paris & Amsterdam<br />

• Flight from Prague to Rome<br />

• Sightseeing tours of all major<br />

cities plus orientations in all<br />

other destinations<br />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Number of World 6<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Mix Match<br />

Combine this trip with another<br />

tour & double your fun!<br />

You’ll also save C$100 with our<br />

multi tour discount.<br />

See p.19.<br />

The ‘Best of Europe’ tour will easily<br />

Mix+Match with:<br />

• Simply Italy (p.62-63)<br />

• Italian Espresso (p.64-65)<br />

Walking tour, Prague<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$145.<br />

See p.19 for details.


European<br />

Encounter<br />

18 Days<br />

From C$2229pp<br />

C$124day<br />

11 Countries visited<br />

England, Belgium (in transit), Netherlands,<br />

Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria,<br />

Italy, Vatican City, France, Monaco<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

S.Ireland<br />

• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks &<br />

canals to cheese making Edam<br />

• Cruise the Rhine River - castles, villages, vineyards<br />

& much more<br />

• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio,<br />

Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />

Plus\ Feature Hotel<br />

• French Château<br />

contiki.com/encounter<br />

Portugal<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

Scotland<br />

ENGLAND<br />

Wales<br />

LONDON 1<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

Spain<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/encounter-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise<br />

• Lucerne Cable car up Mt. Pilatus (weather dependant)<br />

• Tyrol Whitewater rafting (summer only) • Bobsled ride COSTA DEL SOL<br />

• Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided city walking tour<br />

DOVER<br />

CALAIS<br />

VALLEY OF THE SOMME<br />

2 PARIS<br />

BURGUNDY REGION<br />

FRANCE<br />

CHATEAU DE<br />

FONTAGER<br />

COSTA BLANCA<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

1<br />

AVIGNON<br />

EDAM<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

2 AMSTERDAM<br />

BELGIUM<br />

2<br />

FRENCH<br />

RIVIERA<br />

RUHR VALLEY<br />

SWITZ<br />

LUCERNE 2<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

Denmark<br />

1<br />

PISA<br />

MONACO<br />

GERMANY<br />

RHINE<br />

VALLEY<br />

LIECHTENSTEIN<br />

BRENNER PASS<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

Sweden<br />

AUSTRIA<br />

1 INNSBRUCK<br />

2 ROME<br />

Czech Rep<br />

ITALY<br />

Slovenia<br />

1 VENICE Croatia<br />

APENNINE<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

Bosnia<br />

1<br />

FLORENCE<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

• Rome Locally guided tour of The Vatican museums<br />

• Florence Tuscan hills feast<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & dinner<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

Poland<br />

Slovakia<br />

7<br />

Hungary<br />

Montenegro<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

Lit


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Amsterdam<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team. Ferry<br />

across the English Channel & head to the<br />

free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam<br />

via Belgium. (D)<br />

• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />

• See Amsterdam’s canals & gable<br />

houses by night<br />

Day 4: Amsterdam<br />

Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in<br />

the scenic village of Edam, world-famous<br />

for its namesake cheese. Afterwards,<br />

check out Amsterdam’s myriad of<br />

museums, trendy cafés & notoriously<br />

fun nightclubs. (B)<br />

• Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s<br />

house<br />

Day 5: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley<br />

Follow the river to the Rhine Valley with<br />

its charming wine villages & old-time<br />

German atmosphere. (B,D)<br />

• Scenic River Cruise (summer<br />

departures only)<br />

• See the Lorelei Rock<br />

Day 6: Rhine Valley to Lucerne<br />

Following the Rhine River, weave through<br />

castle-dotted valleys & rolling vineyards<br />

on the way to Lucerne, nestled in the<br />

breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />

• Scenic Alpine drive<br />

• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge<br />

Day 7: Lucerne<br />

Breathe in the alpine beauty of this<br />

lakeside town as you spend the day<br />

exploring. Wander the cobble streets<br />

of this gorgeous alpine setting & shop<br />

for goods that Switzerland is known for -<br />

watches, chocolate & Swiss army knives (B)<br />

Day 8: Lucerne to Innsbruck<br />

Twist & turn through scenic alpine vistas to<br />

Innsbruck. Soak up the sights & discover<br />

Tyrolean specialty shops in its medieval<br />

Old Town. (B,D)<br />

• Visit the capital of Liechtenstein, Vaduz<br />

• See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace &<br />

Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck<br />

Day 9: Innsbruck to Venice<br />

Wind through the Alps via the Brenner Pass<br />

to Italy. Meander through the ‘floating city’<br />

& find grand squares, art-filled palazzos &<br />

interesting little shops. (B)<br />

• Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards<br />

& castles<br />

• Private motorboat to the historic islands<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

Innsbruck, Austria<br />

Day 10: Venice to Rome<br />

Leave enchanting Venice & criss-cross<br />

the Apennine Mountains on the road to<br />

Rome. (B,D)<br />

• See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,<br />

Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon<br />

& Piazza Navona<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City<br />

Day 11: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”<br />

& explore this living museum of history.<br />

Later, there’s a chance to delve into<br />

history with a tour of The Vatican museums<br />

including the Sistine Chapel. (B)<br />

Day 12: Rome to Florence<br />

Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills<br />

& terraced vineyards to Renaissance<br />

Florence. A local guide gives you the<br />

inside track on the city’s striking buildings<br />

& sacred art. (B)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 13: Florence to French Riviera<br />

Stop & check out Pisa’s famous<br />

architectural wonder en-route to the<br />

glamorous French Riviera. Later, rub<br />

shoulders with the rich & famous in<br />

Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B)<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />

• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />

Day 14: French Riviera<br />

Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor<br />

markets, shop the upscale boutiques &<br />

sun worship on the beach. (B,D)<br />

Day 15: French Riviera to Château de<br />

Fontager<br />

Travel north & take a lunch break in<br />

Provence’s graceful city, Avignon. Arrive<br />

at Château de Fontager & enjoy its large<br />

pool, lovely grounds & charming locale<br />

on the Rhone River. (B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

• Visit Avignon & see the Papal Palace<br />

Day 16: Château de Fontager to Paris<br />

Leave the authentic medieval castle<br />

behind & pass through wine country on the<br />

road to the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D)<br />

• See the Chablis & Burgundy vineyards<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 17: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll<br />

find magic, romance & history amongst<br />

the city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />

Day 18: Depart Paris<br />

Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport<br />

(est. arr. 10am) or choose to take a<br />

complimentary transfer to central London<br />

& extend your stay. (B)<br />

Whitewater rafting adventure<br />

The Vatican, Rome<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBHX Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

APR 13 APR 15 APR 30 2799<br />

APR 27 APR 29 MAy 14 2799<br />

MAy 4 MAy 6 MAy 21 2869<br />

MAy 11 MAy 13 MAy 28 2869<br />

MAy 18 MAy 20 JUN 4 2939<br />

MAy 25 MAy 27 JUN 11 2939<br />

JUN 1 JUN 3 JUN 18 2939<br />

JUN 6 JUN 8 JUN 23 2939<br />

JUN 8 JUN 10 JUN 25 2939<br />

JUN 15 JUN 17 JUL 2 2939<br />

JUN 20 JUN 22 JUL 7 2939<br />

JUN 22 JUN 24 JUL 9 2939<br />

JUN 27 JUN 29 JUL 14 2939<br />

JUN 29 JUL 1 JUL 16 2979<br />

JUL 4 JUL 6 JUL 21 2979<br />

JUL 6 JUL 8 JUL 23 2979<br />

JUL 11 JUL 13 JUL 28 2979<br />

JUL 13 JUL 15 JUL 30 2979<br />

Code: WWHZ Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 13 OCT 15 OCT 30 2339<br />

OCT 20 OCT 22 NOV 6 2339<br />

OCT 27 OCT 29 NOV 13 2339<br />

NOV 3 NOV 5 NOV 20 2295<br />

NOV 10 NOV 12 NOV 27 2295<br />

NOV 17 NOV 19 DEC 4 2295<br />

NOV 24 NOV 26 DEC 11 2295<br />

NOV 29 DEC 1 DEC 16 2295<br />

DEC 3 DEC 5 DEC 20 2295<br />

DEC 6 DEC 8 DEC 23 2295<br />

DEC 12 DEC 14 DEC 29 2295<br />

DEC 14 DEC 16 DEC 31 2359<br />

DEC 16 DEC 18 JAN 2 2359<br />

DEC 18 DEC 20 JAN 4 2359<br />

DEC 20 DEC 22 JAN 6 2359<br />

DEC 24 DEC 26 JAN 10 2359<br />

DEC 26 DEC 28 JAN 12 2359<br />

DEC 28 DEC 30 JAN 14 2359<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

JUL 18 JUL 20 AUG 4 2979<br />

JUL 20 JUL 22 AUG 6 2979<br />

JUL 25 JUL 27 AUG 11 2979<br />

JUL 27 JUL 29 AUG 13 2979<br />

AUG 3 AUG 5 AUG 20 2939<br />

AUG 8 AUG 10 AUG 25 2869<br />

AUG 10 AUG 12 AUG 27 2869<br />

AUG 17 AUG 19 SEP 3 2869<br />

AUG 24 AUG 26 SEP 10 2869<br />

AUG 31 SEP 2 SEP 17 2939<br />

SEP 5 SEP 7 SEP 22 2939<br />

SEP 7 SEP 9 SEP 24 2939<br />

SEP 14 SEP 16 OCT 1 2939<br />

SEP 19 SEP 21 OCT 6 2939<br />

SEP 21 SEP 23 OCT 8 2939<br />

SEP 28 SEP 30 OCT 15 2939<br />

OCT 5 OCT 7 OCT 22 2939<br />

OCT 12 OCT 14 OCT 29 2799<br />

2012<br />

JAN 1 JAN 3 JAN 18 2359<br />

JAN 3 JAN 5 JAN 20 2359<br />

JAN 10 JAN 12 JAN 27 2359<br />

JAN 17 JAN 19 FEB 3 2229<br />

JAN 26 JAN 28 FEB 12 2229<br />

FEB 2 FEB 4 FEB 19 2229<br />

FEB 16 FEB 18 MAR 4 2229<br />

FEB 23 FEB 25 MAR 11 2229<br />

MAR 1 MAR 3 MAR 18 2229<br />

MAR 8 MAR 10 MAR 25 2229<br />

MAR 15 MAR 17 APR 1 2275<br />

MAR 20 MAR 22 APR 6 2275<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBHX - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$749.<br />

WWHZ - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$595.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris<br />

CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

37<br />

European<br />

Encounter<br />

18 Days<br />

• 16 nights twin or triple-share<br />

accommodation:<br />

1 night in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature Hotel<br />

15 nights in hotels<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 23 meals:<br />

15 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

8 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 7<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Rome<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$229. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$145.<br />

See p.19 for details.


38<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

Road to<br />

Athens<br />

19 Days<br />

S.Ireland<br />

N.Ireland<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

9 Countries visited<br />

England, France,<br />

Switzerland, Liechtenstein,<br />

Germany, Austria, Italy,<br />

Vatican City, Greece<br />

What’s included<br />

• 17 nights twin or triple-share<br />

accommodation:<br />

16 nights in hotels<br />

1 night on-board a ferry<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 24 meals:<br />

16 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

8 three-course dinners Portugal (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 8<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• ‘Paris by Night’ tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of<br />

the Eiffel Tower<br />

• Locally guided bike tour of<br />

Munich’s famous landmarks<br />

• Discover the Statue of David,<br />

Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace<br />

on our guided walking tour<br />

• Take a guided tour of Athens<br />

- plus more<br />

Mix Match<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$145.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

Combine either of these trips with<br />

another tour & double your fun!<br />

You’ll also save C$100 with our<br />

multi tour discount.<br />

See p.19.<br />

The ‘Road to Athens’ tour will easily<br />

Mix+Match with:<br />

• Greek Island Hopping (p.82-83)<br />

The ‘Road to Rome’ tour will easily<br />

Mix+Match with:<br />

• Simply Italy (p.62-63)<br />

• Italian Espresso (p.64-65)<br />

Scotland<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

Road to<br />

Norway<br />

Estonia<br />

Athens<br />

Sweden<br />

Latvia<br />

Denmark<br />

BALTIC SEA 19 Days Lithuania<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

From C$2819pp<br />

Wales ENGLAND<br />

LONDON 1<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

DOVER<br />

CALAIS<br />

Spain<br />

VALLEY OF THE SOMME<br />

2 PARIS<br />

BURGUNDY REGION<br />

FRANCE<br />

Belgium<br />

Netherlands<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

GERMANY<br />

MUNICH<br />

SWITZ<br />

1<br />

LUCERNE<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free time to<br />

explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Paris<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team. Ferry across the<br />

English Channel to France. Journey past World War<br />

I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (D)<br />

• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre,<br />

the Champs Elysees & Notre Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 4: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find<br />

magic, romance & history among the city’s<br />

legendary icons. (B)<br />

• Visit a French Perfumery<br />

Day 5: Paris to Lucerne<br />

Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to<br />

Lucerne, nestled in the breathtaking<br />

Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />

• See the Chablis & Burgundy vineyards<br />

• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge<br />

• Scenic Alpine drive<br />

Day 6: Lucerne to Munich<br />

Leave the gorgeous lake town behind, stop<br />

in tiny Liechtenstein & later arrive in lively<br />

Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B)<br />

• Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz<br />

• See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz<br />

• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />

Day 7: Munich to Austrian Tyrol<br />

Take in the stunning alpine scenery<br />

en-route to a cute Tyrolean village. (B,D)<br />

Day 8: Austrian Tyrol<br />

Choose from one of many high energy outdoor<br />

activities in the surrounding mountains. (B,D)<br />

• See this pretty mountain region famous for<br />

adrenalin sports<br />

Slovakia<br />

1<br />

LIECHTENSTEIN<br />

2 TYROL<br />

AUSTRIA<br />

Hungary<br />

BRENNER PASS<br />

Slovenia<br />

2<br />

Croatia<br />

PISA<br />

VENICE<br />

2 FLORENCE<br />

ITALY<br />

contiki.com/road-athens<br />

C$149/day<br />

Czech Rep<br />

ROME<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

Bosnia<br />

2<br />

MT. VESUVIUS<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

POMPEII<br />

BRINDISI<br />

Serbia<br />

Montenegro<br />

Macedonia<br />

Albania<br />

Romania<br />

Bulgaria<br />

1 2 GREECE<br />

CORFU<br />

CORINTH<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

CANAL<br />

1 ATHENS<br />

Road to<br />

Russia<br />

Rome 15 Days<br />

Stuck for time? We’ve got a shorter version of the<br />

19 day Road to Athens tour, visiting 7 countries.<br />

Check it out below.<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-14: Canada to Rome<br />

Refer to Road to Athens map, itinerary & included<br />

sightseeing described opposite & below.<br />

Day 15: Depart Rome<br />

Say your farewells & swap addresses as your tour<br />

ends after breakfast. (B)<br />

• Tour Code: BBRL<br />

• See price panel below for departure dates &<br />

deduct C$690 for price to pay<br />

• Single room supplement of C$529<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

Save More Money. See p.19 for details.<br />

Pay 6 months in advance save C$109.<br />

Turkey<br />

Day 9: Austrian Tyrol to Venice<br />

Days 16-17: Corfu<br />

Wind through the Bavarian Alps to fairytale<br />

Venice via Brenner Pass. (B,D)<br />

Kick back, relax & soak up the sun in this Greek<br />

Cyprus<br />

island paradise. (B,D)(B)<br />

• Enjoy a scenic drive past vineyards, orchards<br />

& castles<br />

Day 18: Corfu to Athens<br />

Leave Corfu via the Corinth Canal en-route to<br />

Day 10: Venice<br />

mythological Athens. (B)<br />

Meander alleyways & canals to find art-filled<br />

palazzi, quaint local shops, bars & markets. (B)<br />

• Take a private motorboat to the historic island<br />

Day 19: Depart Athens<br />

After morning sightseeing, it’s time to say<br />

farewell to your new friends. (B)<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’ Palace • Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local<br />

& St. Mark’s Square<br />

EGYPT guide<br />

• Murano Glass blowing demonstration<br />

• See the first modern Olympic Stadium<br />

Day 11: Venice to Florence<br />

Snake through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa<br />

before journeying through the Tuscan hillsides to<br />

Renaissance Florence. (B,D)<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

RED SEA<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Day 12: Florence<br />

Get inside info from your local guide on<br />

Florence’s Renaissance buildings & art before<br />

exploring at your own pace. (B)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

Code: BBAL Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada London Athens pp<br />

2011<br />

APR 24 APR 26 MAy 12 2819<br />

MAy 1 MAy 3 MAy 19 2889<br />

MAy 15 MAy 17 JUN 2 2959<br />

Depart<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

JUL 15<br />

JUL 17<br />

JUL 24<br />

Start<br />

London<br />

JUL 17<br />

JUL 19<br />

JUL 26<br />

Finish C$<br />

Athens pp<br />

AUG 2 2999<br />

AUG 4 2999<br />

AUG 11 2999<br />

• Learn about Florence’s leather craft with<br />

a demonstration<br />

Day 13: Florence to Rome<br />

MAy 29<br />

JUN 5<br />

JUN 12<br />

JUN 19<br />

MAy 31<br />

JUN 7<br />

JUN 14<br />

JUN 21<br />

JUN 16 2959<br />

JUN 23 2959<br />

JUN 30 2959<br />

JUL 7 2959<br />

JUL 31<br />

AUG 7<br />

AUG 14<br />

AUG 21<br />

AUG 2<br />

AUG 9<br />

AUG 16<br />

AUG 23<br />

AUG 18 2959<br />

AUG 25 2889<br />

SEP 1 2889<br />

SEP 8 2889<br />

Farewell to Florence as we roll through Umbria’s JUN 26 JUN 28 JUL 14 2959 AUG 28 AUG 30 SEP 15 2959<br />

hills & vineyards on the road to Rome. (B,D)<br />

• See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,<br />

Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon &<br />

JUL 1<br />

JUL 3<br />

JUL 10<br />

JUL 3<br />

JUL 5<br />

JUL 12<br />

JUL<br />

JUL<br />

JUL<br />

19 2999<br />

21 2999<br />

28 2999<br />

SEP 4<br />

SEP 9<br />

SEP 11<br />

SEP 6<br />

SEP 11<br />

SEP 13<br />

SEP<br />

SEP<br />

SEP<br />

22 2959<br />

27 2959<br />

29 2959<br />

Piazza Navona<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City<br />

Day 14: Rome<br />

Tap into this living museum of history. Later, there’s<br />

a chance to delve into history with a tour of The<br />

Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B)<br />

Day 15: Rome to Corfu<br />

Pass through Naples, catch a view of<br />

Mt.Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s<br />

ancient ruins before crossing southern Italy to<br />

board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B)<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no<br />

extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single room supplement of C$755 & triple-share reduction<br />

of 5% available based on twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 12:00noon.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options<br />

see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

\<br />

• Paris Parisian cabaret show & dinner<br />

• Rome Locally guided tour of The Vatican museums<br />

• Lucerne Lake Cruise • Mt. Stanserhorn cog-rail & cable car ride • Corfu Watersports including parasailing, waterskiing & tube riding<br />

• Tyrol Whitewater rafting adventure • Zorbing adventure<br />

• Venice Gondola ride along the canals<br />

Plus optional activities for the 3 & 7 day Greek Island Cruise options<br />

• Florence Tuscan hills feast • Nightclub entry<br />

& 7 day Eastern Med Cruise option: see p.84 & 87.<br />

visit contiki.com/road-athens-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

8<br />

From C$2129pp<br />

C$142/day<br />

contiki.com/road-rome


Sweden<br />

Montenegro<br />

Road to Athens<br />

+3 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

Albania<br />

Finland<br />

23 Days (RTACR3)<br />

Itinerary and<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-19: Canada to Athens<br />

See Road to Athens itinerary on p.38.<br />

Days 20-23: 3 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

Netherlands See days 6-9 of Spotlight on Greece + 3 day<br />

Poland<br />

Greek Island Cruise itinerary on p.85.<br />

Germany<br />

Belgium<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Road to Athens<br />

Switz<br />

Croatia<br />

Italy<br />

Bosnia<br />

+7 day Eastern Med Cruise<br />

Czech Rep<br />

Austria<br />

Norway<br />

From C$3229pp<br />

C$141/day Sweden<br />

Plus port taxes & gratuities of C$139<br />

Denmark<br />

contiki.com/<br />

Czech Rep<br />

road-athens-greek3<br />

Slovakia<br />

Austria<br />

Slovenia<br />

Poland ADRIATIC SEA<br />

27 Days (RTACM7)<br />

Hungary<br />

From C$3735pp<br />

C$139/day<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

Slovakia<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-19: Canada to Athens<br />

Hungary<br />

See Road to Athens itinerary on p.38.<br />

Days 20-27: 7 day Eastern Med Cruise<br />

SloveniaSee<br />

days 3-10 of Eastern Mediterranean<br />

Cruising itinerary on p.88.<br />

Croatia<br />

RED SEA<br />

Road to Athens<br />

Montenegro<br />

Bulgaria<br />

+7 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-19: Canada to Athens<br />

See Road to Athens itinerary on p.38.<br />

Days 20-27: 7 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

See days 3-10 of Golden Fleece Cruise<br />

itinerary on p.87.<br />

Albania<br />

Plus port taxes & gratuities of C$395<br />

contiki.com/<br />

road-athens-med7<br />

Bosnia<br />

27 Days (RTACR7)<br />

From C$3819pp<br />

C$142/day<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

Serbia<br />

Macedonia<br />

Macedonia<br />

Plus port taxes & gratuities of C$395<br />

contiki.com/<br />

road-athens-greek7<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

Lithuania<br />

Lithuania<br />

Romania<br />

GREECE<br />

ATHENS<br />

1<br />

Bulgaria<br />

Estonia<br />

GREECE<br />

Estonia<br />

1 ATHENS<br />

Latvia<br />

Bulgaria<br />

CRETE<br />

Belarus<br />

MYKONOS<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

GREECE<br />

Finland<br />

Romania<br />

1 ATHENS<br />

Ukraine<br />

MYKONOS<br />

SANTORINI<br />

CRETE<br />

AEGEAN SEA<br />

MYKONOS<br />

SANTORINI<br />

Latvia<br />

ISTANBUL<br />

EGYPT<br />

CRETE<br />

TURKEY<br />

AEGEAN SEA<br />

Belarus<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

ALEXANDRIA<br />

GIZA<br />

PATMOS<br />

Russia<br />

Ukraine<br />

Egypt<br />

CAIRO<br />

PATMOS<br />

TURKEY<br />

KUSADASI<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Cyprus<br />

PORT SAID<br />

ISTANBUL<br />

KUSADASI<br />

TURKEY<br />

ASHDOD<br />

JERUSALEM<br />

ISRAEL<br />

RHODES<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: RTACR3 Summer 2011<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada London Athens C$ pp C$ pp Canada London Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

2011<br />

APR 24 APR 26 MAy 16 3365 3229 JuL 17 JuL 19 AuG 8 3585 3435<br />

MAy 1 MAy 3 MAy 23 3449 3299 JuL 24 JuL 26 AuG 15 3585 3435<br />

MAy 15 MAy 17 JuN 6 3535 3389 JuL 31 AuG 2 AuG 22 3535 3389<br />

MAy 29 MAy 31 JuN 20 3535 3389 AuG 7 AuG 9 AuG 29 3449 3299<br />

JuN 5 JuN 7 JuN 27 3535 3389 AuG 14 AuG 16 SEP 5 3449 3299<br />

JuN 12 JuN 14 JuL 4 3535 3389 AuG 21 AuG 23 SEP 12 3449 3299<br />

JuN 19 JuN 21 JuL 11 3535 3389 AuG 28 AuG 30 SEP 19 3535 3389<br />

JuN 26 JuN 28 JuL 18 3535 3389 SEP 4 SEP 6 SEP 26 3535 3389<br />

JuL 3 JuL 5 JuL 25 3585 3435 SEP 11 SEP 13 OCT 3 3535 3389<br />

JuL 10 JuL 12 AuG 1 3585 3435<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with Russia all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.<br />

If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex<br />

room-mate at no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single inside cabin supplement add C$859.<br />

Single outside cabin supplement add C$895.<br />

Port taxes & gratuities add C$139.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 10:00am.<br />

Cyprus<br />

If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be multi-entry.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options<br />

see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: RTACM7 Summer 2011<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada London Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

MAy 1 MAy 3 MAy 27 3989 3735<br />

MAy 15 MAy 17 JuN 10 4089 3829<br />

MAy 29 MAy 31 JuN 24 4089 3829<br />

JuN 12 JuN 14 JuL 8 4089 3829<br />

JuN 26 JuN 28 JuL 22 4089 3829<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.<br />

If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex<br />

room-mate at no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single inside cabin supplement add C$969.<br />

Single outside cabin supplement add C$1035.<br />

Port taxes & gratuities add C$395.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 10:00am.<br />

If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be<br />

multi-entry.<br />

Note: Days 2 & 27 have been designed to allow you to start<br />

& finish the tour without needing extra nights<br />

accommodation.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options<br />

see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: RTACR7 Summer 2011<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada London Athens C$ pp C$ pp Canada London Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

JuN 5 JuN 7 JuL 1 4075 3819<br />

JuL 3 JuL 5 JuL 29 4135 3875<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada London Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

JuL 10 JuL 12 AuG 5 4149 3885<br />

JuL 24 JuL 26 AuG 19 4149 3885<br />

AuG 7 AuG 9 SEP 2 3989 3735<br />

AuG 21 AuG 23 SEP 16 3989 3735<br />

SEP 4 SEP 6 SEP 30 4089 3829<br />

2011<br />

JuL 17 JuL 19 AuG 12 4135 3875<br />

JuL 31 AuG 2 AuG 26 4075 3819<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.<br />

If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex<br />

room-mate at no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single inside cabin supplement add C$969.<br />

Single outside cabin supplement add C$1029.<br />

Port taxes & gratuities add C$395.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 10:00am.<br />

If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be<br />

multi-entry.<br />

Note: Days 2 & 27 have been designed to allow you to start<br />

& finish the tour without needing extra nights<br />

accommodation.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options<br />

see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

Cyprus<br />

39<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

Road to Athens<br />

+3 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

23 Days<br />

10 Countries visited<br />

England, France, Switzerland,<br />

Liechtenstein, Germany,<br />

Austria, Italy, Vatican City,<br />

Greece, Turkey<br />

What’s included<br />

• 21 nights accom/37 Meals<br />

• See web for full list of inclusions<br />

• Number of World<br />

9<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Save More Money. Pay 6<br />

months in advance save<br />

C$165. See p.19 for details.<br />

Road to Athens<br />

+7 day Eastern Med Cruise<br />

27 Days<br />

12 Countries visited<br />

England, France,<br />

Switzerland, Liechtenstein,<br />

Germany, Austria, Italy,<br />

Vatican City, Greece,<br />

Turkey, Israel, Egypt<br />

What’s included<br />

• 25 nights accom/53 Meals<br />

• See web for full list of inclusions<br />

• Number of World 10<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Save More Money. Pay 6<br />

months in advance save<br />

C$165. See p.19 for details.<br />

Road to Athens<br />

+7 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

27 Days<br />

10 Countries visited<br />

England, France, Switzerland,<br />

Liechtenstein, Germany,<br />

Austria, Italy, Vatican City,<br />

Greece, Turkey<br />

What’s included<br />

• 25 nights accom/52 Meals<br />

• See web for full list of inclusions<br />

• Number of World 11<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Save More Money. Pay 6<br />

months in advance save<br />

C$165. See p.19 for details.


European<br />

Impressions<br />

20 Days<br />

From C$2989pp<br />

C$150/day<br />

11 Countries visited<br />

England, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland,<br />

Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy, France, Monaco, Spain<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Locally guided bike tour of Munich’s famous<br />

landmarks<br />

• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />

• Discover the Statue of David, the Ponte Vecchio,<br />

Medici Palace & much more on our locally<br />

guided walking tour<br />

• Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />

Plus\ Feature Hotel<br />

• Swiss Mountain Lodge<br />

contiki.com/impressions<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

Scotland<br />

Wales ENGLAND<br />

LONDON 1<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/impressions-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise<br />

• Lucerne Lake Lucerne cruise<br />

• Venice Gondola ride • Guided walking tour<br />

• Florence Nightclub entry • Tuscan hills feast<br />

SPAIN<br />

DOVER<br />

CALAIS<br />

VALLEY OF THE SOMME<br />

LOIRE VALLEY<br />

CARCASSONNE<br />

2 PARIS<br />

1 BORDEAUX<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

FRANCE<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

1 AMSTERDAM<br />

2<br />

FRENCH<br />

RIVIERA<br />

2 BARCELONA<br />

RUHR VALLEY<br />

1 BRUSSELS 1 RHINE<br />

BELGIUM<br />

VALLEY<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

SWITZ<br />

LUCERNE<br />

2<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

Denmark<br />

MONACO PISA<br />

MUNICH<br />

1<br />

• Barcelona Flamenco dance show<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & dinner<br />

• Swiss Alps Bungy jumping<br />

LIECHTENSTEIN<br />

GERMANY<br />

LAKE GARDA<br />

BRENNER PASS<br />

APENNINE<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

Sweden<br />

INNSBRUCK<br />

2 FLORENCE<br />

ITALY<br />

AUSTRIA<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

Poland<br />

Czech Rep<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

Hungary<br />

Slovenia<br />

2 VENICE Croatia<br />

Bosnia<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

9<br />

Serbia<br />

Macedo<br />

Greece<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Brussels<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team & ferry<br />

across the English Channel. Dash through<br />

France to Brussels, famous for its<br />

chocolate, waffles & beer. (D)<br />

• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />

• See the Statue of the Mannekin-Pis, the<br />

Grand Place & the Palace of Justice<br />

Day 4: Brussels to Amsterdam<br />

Head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city<br />

of Amsterdam & check out its myriad of<br />

museums, cool cafés & notoriously fun<br />

nightclubs. (B)<br />

• Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s<br />

house<br />

• See the city’s canals & gable houses by<br />

night<br />

Day 5: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley<br />

Follow the river to the Rhine Valley with<br />

its charming wine villages & old-time<br />

German atmosphere. (B,D)<br />

• Learn how beersteins are crafted<br />

• Stunning drive along the Rhine River<br />

• See the Lorelei Rock<br />

Day 6: Rhine Valley to Swiss Alps<br />

Stop in the lakeside town of Lucerne for<br />

chocolate before arriving in the beautiful<br />

Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne<br />

• Scenic Alpine drive<br />

Day 7: Swiss Alps<br />

Chill for a day in this alpine paradise &<br />

enjoy the glaciers year round snow. Opt<br />

for one of the many activities on offer like<br />

snow tubing & hiking. (B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

Day 8: Swiss Alps to Munich<br />

Leave this gorgeous area behind, cross<br />

through tiny Liechtenstein & arrive in lively<br />

Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B)<br />

• Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz<br />

• See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz<br />

• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />

Day 9: Munich to Venice<br />

Wind through the Alps & stop in Innsbruck,<br />

before travelling via the Brenner Pass to<br />

fairytale Venice. (B,D)<br />

• Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards<br />

& castles<br />

• See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace &<br />

Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck<br />

Day 10: Venice<br />

Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight<br />

alleyways & canals to find grand squares,<br />

art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops,<br />

bars & markets. (B)<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

• Murano glass-blowing demonstration<br />

Day 11: Venice to Florence<br />

Stop at lakeside Sirmione then it’s<br />

onto Pisa to check out its architectural<br />

wonder before reaching Renaissance<br />

Florence. (B,D)<br />

• Visit Sirmione on Lake Garda<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

Day 12: Florence<br />

A local guide gives you the inside track<br />

on striking buildings & sacred art in one of<br />

Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on,<br />

enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 13: Florence to French Riviera<br />

Head out along the Italian coastline &<br />

past the ancient maritime city of Genoa<br />

to the glamorous French Riviera. Later,<br />

rub shoulders with the rich & famous in<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 />

Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor<br />

markets, shop the upscale boutiques &<br />

sun worship on the beach. (B,D)<br />

Day 15: French Riviera to Barcelona<br />

Travel past Cannes, through France’s<br />

charmingly rustic Provence region, over<br />

the Pyrénées Mountains to Mediterranean<br />

Barcelona. (B,D)<br />

• Scenic drive along the Cote d’Azur<br />

Day 16: Barcelona<br />

See why this sexy city sizzles on a<br />

sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion<br />

& fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an<br />

unforgettable optional Flamenco show! (B)<br />

• See Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia & the<br />

1992 Olympic Games complex<br />

• Walk through the Gothic Quarter &<br />

La Rambla district<br />

Day 17: Barcelona to Bordeaux<br />

Feel the glory of medieval Carcassonne<br />

on the road to Bordeaux. (B)<br />

• Visit one of Europe’s greatest fortress cities<br />

Day 18: Bordeaux to Paris<br />

Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling<br />

vineyards en-route to the glittering “City of<br />

Lights.” (B,D)<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 19: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll<br />

find magic, romance & history amongst<br />

the city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />

Day 20: Depart Paris<br />

Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport<br />

(est. arr. 10am) or choose to take a<br />

complimentary transfer to central London<br />

& extend your stay. (B)<br />

Paris Metro<br />

Bungy jumping<br />

Revolving cable car, Mount Titlis<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBEM Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

APR 5 APR 7 APR 24 2989<br />

APR 26 APR 28 MAy 15 2989<br />

MAy 10 MAy 12 MAy 29 3059<br />

MAy 17 MAy 19 JuN 5 3139<br />

MAy 24 MAy 26 JuN 12 3139<br />

MAy 31 JuN 2 JuN 19 3139<br />

JuN 14 JuN 16 JuL 3 3139<br />

JuN 18 JuN 20 JuL 7 3139<br />

JuN 21 JuN 23 JuL 10 3139<br />

JuN 25 JuN 27 JuL 14 3139<br />

JuN 28 JuN 30 JuL 17 3139<br />

JuL 5 JuL 7 JuL 24 3199<br />

JuL 9 JuL 11 JuL 28 3199<br />

JuL 12 JuL 14 JuL 31 3199<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

JuL 16 JuL 18 AuG 4 3199<br />

JuL 19 JuL 21 AuG 7 3199<br />

JuL 26 JuL 28 AuG 14 3199<br />

AuG 2 AuG 4 AuG 21 3139<br />

AuG 9 AuG 11 AuG 28 3059<br />

AuG 23 AuG 25 SEP 11 3059<br />

AuG 30 SEP 1 SEP 18 3139<br />

SEP 6 SEP 8 SEP 25 3139<br />

SEP 13 • SEP 15 OCT 2 3139<br />

SEP 20 • SEP 22 OCT 9 3139<br />

SEP 24 • SEP 26 OCT 13 3139<br />

SEP 27 SEP 29 OCT 16 3139<br />

OCT 4 OCT 6 OCT 23 3139<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single room supplement of C$795 & triple-share<br />

reduction of 5% available based on twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris<br />

CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />

• These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

• 18 nights twin or triple-share<br />

accommodation:<br />

2 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature Hotel<br />

16 nights in hotels<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 26 meals:<br />

17 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

9 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 9<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Florence Flamenco show, Barcelona<br />

41<br />

European<br />

Impressions<br />

20 Days<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$155.<br />

See p.19 for details.


European<br />

Inspiration<br />

21 Days<br />

From C$2559pp<br />

C$122/day<br />

10 Countries visited<br />

England, Belgium (in transit), Netherlands,<br />

Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Italy,<br />

Vatican City, Switzerland, France<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

N.Ireland<br />

S.Ireland<br />

• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks &<br />

canals to cheese making Edam<br />

• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• A guided tour of a 16th Century Tuscan castle &<br />

enjoy local Chianti & antipasti<br />

• Discover the Statue of David, the Ponte Vecchio,<br />

Medici Palace & much more on our locally<br />

guided walking tour<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />

contiki.com/inspiration<br />

Portugal<br />

Scotland<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

Wales ENGLAND<br />

LONDON 1<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

Spain<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

DOVER<br />

CALAIS<br />

PARIS 2<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/inspiration-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise<br />

• Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour<br />

• Prague Scenic river cruise & lunch<br />

• Tyrol Whitewater rafting (summer only)<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

EDAM<br />

VALLEY OF THE SOMME<br />

BURGUNDY REGION<br />

FRANCE<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

2 AMSTERDAM<br />

BELGIUM<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

Denmark<br />

GERMANY<br />

DACHAU<br />

MUNICH 2<br />

SWITZ<br />

2 LUCERNE<br />

LAKE COMO<br />

PISA<br />

CHIANTI REGION<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

DRESDEN<br />

2 FLORENCE<br />

2 BERLIN<br />

TYROL<br />

BRENNER PASS<br />

ITALY<br />

Sweden<br />

2 PRAGUE<br />

CZECH REP<br />

AUSTRIA<br />

Slovenia<br />

2 VENICE Croatia<br />

2 ROME<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

Bosnia<br />

• Venice Gondola ride • Guided walking tour<br />

• Florence Tuscan hills feast<br />

• Rome Locally guided tour of The Vatican museums<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & dinner<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

Poland<br />

Slovakia<br />

Hungary<br />

9<br />

Serbia<br />

Montenegro<br />

Albania<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

Fin<br />

Lithuan<br />

Rom<br />

Bu


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Amsterdam<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team. Ferry<br />

across the English Channel & head to the<br />

free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam<br />

via Belgium. (D)<br />

• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />

• See Amsterdam’s canals & gable<br />

houses by night<br />

Day 4: Amsterdam<br />

Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in<br />

the scenic village of Edam, world-famous<br />

for its namesake cheese. Afterwards,<br />

check out Amsterdam’s myriad of<br />

museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun<br />

nightclubs. (B)<br />

• Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s<br />

house<br />

Day 5: Amsterdam to Berlin<br />

Motor down the Autobahn & get ready<br />

for a dose of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight,<br />

enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding<br />

arts, bar & club scene. (B,D)<br />

Day 6: Berlin<br />

Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in<br />

this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical<br />

significance in everything from the streets<br />

to the grand monuments. (B)<br />

• See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz,<br />

Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg<br />

Gate & historic Reichstag building<br />

• Take in commemorative artwork & the<br />

remains of the Berlin Wall<br />

• See the site of ‘Checkpoint Charlie’<br />

Day 7: Berlin to Prague<br />

Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst,<br />

in Dresden on your way south to Prague,<br />

an ever-modernizing hub of eastern<br />

European revival. (B,D)<br />

Day 8: Prague<br />

Snake through this medieval city’s maze<br />

of cobbled streets & discover gothic<br />

architecture, bargain-priced beer &<br />

bohemian crystal beads. (B)<br />

• See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral<br />

of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge &<br />

Wenceslas Square<br />

• Visit the old town square & see the<br />

astronomical clock<br />

Day 9: Prague to Munich<br />

Stop at the sobering Dachau concentration<br />

camp memorial before reaching lively<br />

Munich, home to Oktoberfest. (B)<br />

• Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards<br />

& castles<br />

• Visit the Dachau concentration camp<br />

• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />

Day 10: Munich<br />

Don some ‘Lederhosen’ & have some fun<br />

in this cultural haven with its staggering<br />

array of museums, killer shopping & lively<br />

beer gardens. (B,D)<br />

• See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz<br />

Day 11: Munich to Venice<br />

Wind through the Bavarian Alps via the<br />

Brenner Pass to fairytale Venice. (B,D)<br />

• Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards<br />

& castles<br />

Day 12: Venice<br />

Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight<br />

alleyways & canals to find grand squares,<br />

art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops,<br />

bars & markets. (B)<br />

• Private motorboat to the historic islands<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

• Murano glass-blowing demonstration<br />

Day 13: Venice to Rome<br />

Leave enchanting Venice & criss-cross<br />

the Apennine Mountains on the road to<br />

Rome. (B)<br />

• See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,<br />

Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon<br />

& Piazza Navona<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City<br />

Day 14: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”<br />

& explore this living museum of history.<br />

Later, there’s a chance to delve into<br />

history with a tour of The Vatican museums<br />

including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D)<br />

Day 15: Rome to Florence<br />

Stop in the Tuscan hillsides as we<br />

make our way to the Renaissance city<br />

of Florence. (B,D)<br />

Day 16: Florence<br />

A local guide gives you the inside track<br />

on striking buildings & sacred art in one of<br />

Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on,<br />

enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 17: Florence to Lucerne<br />

Stop & check out Pisa’s architectural<br />

wonder then catch a glimpse of Lake<br />

Como before arriving in Lucerne, nestled<br />

in the Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

• See Lucerne’s wooden chapel bridge<br />

Day 18: Lucerne<br />

Your jaw will drop at the alpine beauty of<br />

this lakeside town as you wander through<br />

the cobbled streets. (B)<br />

Day 19: Lucerne to Paris<br />

Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy<br />

to the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D)<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 20: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll<br />

find magic, romance & history amongst<br />

the city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

Day 21: Depart Paris<br />

Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport<br />

(est. arr. 10am) or choose to take a<br />

complimentary transfer to central London<br />

& extend your stay. (B)<br />

Gondola ride, Venice<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBAP Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

APR 7 APR 9 APR 27 3115<br />

APR 21 APR 23 MAY 11 3115<br />

MAY 5 MAY 7 MAY 25 3195<br />

MAY 12 MAY 14 JuN 1 3195<br />

MAY 19 MAY 21 JuN 8 3269<br />

MAY 26 MAY 28 JuN 15 3269<br />

JuN 2 JuN 4 JuN 22 3269<br />

JuN 9 JuN 11 JuN 29 3269<br />

JuN 16 JuN 18 JuL 6 3269<br />

JuN 23 JuN 25 JuL 13 3269<br />

JuN 25 JuN 27 JuL 15 3269<br />

JuN 30 JuL 2 JuL 20 3335<br />

JuL 2 JuL 4 JuL 22 3335<br />

JuL 7 JuL 9 JuL 27 3335<br />

JuL 14 JuL 16 AuG 3 3335<br />

Code: WWAP Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 15 OCT 17 NOV 4 2685<br />

OCT 22 OCT 24 NOV 11 2685<br />

OCT 29 OCT 31 NOV 18 2685<br />

NOV 5 NOV 7 NOV 25 2639<br />

NOV 12 NOV 14 DEC 2 2639<br />

NOV 19 NOV 21 DEC 9 2639<br />

NOV 26 NOV 28 DEC 16 2639<br />

DEC 3 DEC 5 DEC 23 2639<br />

DEC 10 DEC 12 DEC 30 2639<br />

DEC 12 DEC 14 JAN 1 2639<br />

DEC 15 DEC 17 JAN 4 2715<br />

DEC 17 DEC 19 JAN 6 2715<br />

DEC 19 DEC 21 JAN 8 2715<br />

DEC 22 DEC 24 JAN 11 2715<br />

DEC 24 DEC 26 JAN 13 2715<br />

DEC 26 DEC 28 JAN 15 2715<br />

DEC 29 DEC 31 JAN 18 2715<br />

DEC 31 JAN 2 JAN 20 2715<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris or<br />

London<br />

pp<br />

JuL 16 JuL 18 AuG 5 3335<br />

JuL 21 JuL 23 AuG 10 3335<br />

JuL 28 JuL 30 AuG 17 3335<br />

AuG 4 AuG 6 AuG 24 3269<br />

AuG 11 AuG 13 AuG 31 3195<br />

AuG 25 AuG 27 SEP 14 3195<br />

SEP 1 SEP 3 SEP 21 3269<br />

SEP 8 SEP 10 SEP 28 3269<br />

SEP 15 • SEP 17 OCT 5 3269<br />

SEP 17 • SEP 19 OCT 7 3269<br />

SEP 22 • SEP 24 OCT 12 3269<br />

SEP 24 • SEP 26 OCT 14 3269<br />

SEP 29 OCT 1 OCT 19 3269<br />

OCT 6 OCT 8 OCT 26 3269<br />

2012<br />

JAN 2 JAN 4 JAN 22 2715<br />

JAN 5 JAN 7 JAN 25 2715<br />

JAN 12 JAN 14 FEB 1 2715<br />

JAN 19 JAN 21 FEB 8 2559<br />

JAN 26 JAN 28 FEB 15 2559<br />

FEB 2 FEB 4 FEB 22 2559<br />

FEB 9 FEB 11 FEB 29 2559<br />

FEB 16 FEB 18 MAR 7 2559<br />

FEB 23 FEB 25 MAR 14 2559<br />

MAR 3 MAR 5 MAR 23 2559<br />

MAR 10 MAR 12 MAR 30 2615<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBAP - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$829.<br />

WWAP - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$685.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris<br />

CDG airport or 6:30pm in London.<br />

• These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

43<br />

European<br />

Inspiration<br />

21 Days<br />

• 19 nights twin or triple-share<br />

hotel accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 27 meals:<br />

18 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

9 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 9<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Prague<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$259. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$159.<br />

See p.19 for details.


European<br />

Vista<br />

23 Days<br />

From C$2799pp<br />

C$122/day<br />

11 Countries visited<br />

N.Ireland<br />

S.Ireland<br />

England, France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy,<br />

Vatican City, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic,<br />

Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />

• Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio &<br />

Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Enjoy delicious gelato in Rome – our treat<br />

• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />

• Cruise the Rhine River - castles, villages, vineyards<br />

• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks &<br />

canals to cheese making Edam<br />

Plus\ Feature Hotel<br />

• The Pyramide Hotel<br />

contiki.com/vista<br />

Scotland<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

Wales<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

LONDON 1<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

Spain<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/vista-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & dinner<br />

• French Riviera Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco<br />

• Lucerne Lake Lucerne cruise (summer only)<br />

• Florence Tuscan hills feast • Nightclub entry<br />

• Rome Locally guided tour of The Vatican museums<br />

ENGLAND<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

DOVER<br />

CALAIS<br />

VALLEY OF THE SOMME<br />

FRANCE<br />

2 PARIS<br />

EDAM<br />

BURGUNDY REGION<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

2 AMSTERDAM<br />

BELGIUM<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

2<br />

FRENCH<br />

RIVIERA<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

Denmark<br />

1<br />

RHINE<br />

VALLEY<br />

MUNICH 1<br />

SWITZ<br />

2 LUCERNE<br />

PISA<br />

MONACO<br />

DACHAU<br />

ITALY<br />

GERMANY<br />

BRENNER PASS<br />

APENNINE<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

1<br />

FLORENCE<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

Sweden<br />

2 PRAGUE<br />

2 TYROL<br />

AUSTRIA<br />

2 ROME<br />

CZECH REP<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

1<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

Poland<br />

VIENNA<br />

Slovenia<br />

2 VENICE Croatia<br />

Slovakia<br />

Hungary<br />

Bosnia<br />

Serbia<br />

Montenegro<br />

Albania<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

• Tyrol Tandem paragliding (summer only) • Mountain biking &<br />

lunch (summer only) • Whitewater rafting • Zorbing (summer only)<br />

• Vienna Mozart & Strauss classical concert & dinner<br />

• Rhine Valley Wine tasting<br />

• Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise<br />

10<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

Fin<br />

Lithuani<br />

Rom<br />

Bul


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Paris<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team. Ferry<br />

across the English Channel to France.<br />

Journey past World War I battlefields &<br />

into the glittering “City of Lights.” (D)<br />

• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 4: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll<br />

find magic, romance & history amongst<br />

the city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

Day 5: Paris to Lucerne<br />

Pass through the lush vineyards of<br />

Burgundy to the breathtaking Swiss<br />

Alps. (B,D)<br />

Day 6: Lucerne<br />

Your jaw will drop at the alpine beauty of<br />

this lake town as you wander through the<br />

cobbled streets. (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 Como<br />

en-route to the glamorous resort town of<br />

Nice. Tonight rub shoulders with the rich &<br />

famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B)<br />

• Scenic drive along the Cote d’Azur<br />

• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />

• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />

Day 8: French Riviera<br />

Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor<br />

markets, shop the upscale boutiques &<br />

sun worship on the beach. (B,D)<br />

Day 9: French Riviera to Florence<br />

Stop & check out Pisa’s famous<br />

architectural wonder before arriving in<br />

Renaissance Florence. (B)<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

Day 10: Florence to Rome<br />

A local guide gives you the inside track<br />

on striking buildings & sacred art in one of<br />

Italy’s most atmospheric cities & then it’s<br />

on the road to Rome. (B,D)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria in Florence<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

• See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />

Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum<br />

& Roman Forum in Rome<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City<br />

Day 11: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal<br />

City” & explore this living museum of<br />

history. Later, there’s a chance to<br />

delve into history with a tour of The<br />

Vatican museums including the Sistine<br />

Chapel. (B)<br />

Day 12: Rome to Venice<br />

Criss-cross the Appenine Mountains before<br />

reaching enchanting Venice. (B,D)<br />

Day 13: Venice<br />

Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight<br />

alleyways & canals to find grand squares,<br />

art-filled palazzos, little shops, bars &<br />

markets. (B)<br />

• Private motorboat to the historic islands<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

• Murano glass-blowing demonstration<br />

Day 14: Venice to Austrian Tyrol<br />

Wind through the Austrian Alps via the<br />

Brenner Pass to a quaint Tyrolean<br />

village. (B,D)<br />

• Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards<br />

& castles<br />

Day 15: Austrian Tyrol<br />

Choose your own adventure in the<br />

mountains of Tyrol - exhilarating outdoor<br />

activities include tandem paragliding,<br />

hiking & mountain biking! (B,D)<br />

Day 16: Austrian Tyrol to Munich<br />

Stop at the sobering Dachau<br />

concentration camp memorial before<br />

reaching lively Munich, home to<br />

Oktoberfest. (B)<br />

• Visit Dachau concentration camp<br />

• See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz<br />

• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />

Day 17: Munich to Vienna<br />

Leave festive Bavaria behind & head to<br />

Austria’s cultured capital, Vienna. (B)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

Day 18: Vienna to Prague<br />

Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on<br />

a morning tour of Vienna. Then travel<br />

through Bohemia to Prague, “The City of<br />

a Thousand Spires.” (B,D)<br />

• Scenic drive along the historic Ring<br />

Road<br />

• See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s<br />

Cathedral & the State Opera House<br />

Day 19: Prague<br />

Snake through this medieval city’s maze<br />

of cobbled streets & discover gothic<br />

architecture, bargain-priced beer &<br />

bohemian crystal beads. (B)<br />

• See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral of<br />

St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas<br />

Square<br />

• Visit the old town square & see the<br />

astronomical clock<br />

Day 20: Prague to Rhine Valley<br />

Journey through Germany to the Rhine<br />

River valley full of castles & renowned<br />

vineyards. (B,D)<br />

• See the Lorelei Rock<br />

• Scenic River Cruise (summer<br />

departures only)<br />

Day 21: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam<br />

Next it’s in to the Netherlands & on to<br />

the free-wheeling, vibrant city of<br />

Amsterdam. (B,D)<br />

• Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s<br />

house<br />

• See the canals, gable houses &<br />

the city by night<br />

Day 22: Amsterdam<br />

Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills<br />

out to the scenic village of Edam,<br />

world-famous for its namesake cheese.<br />

Then check out Amsterdam’s myriad<br />

of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously<br />

fun nightclubs. (B)<br />

Day 23: Depart Amsterdam<br />

Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr.<br />

10am) or choose to take a complimentary<br />

transfer to central London & extend your<br />

stay. (B)<br />

Relaxing in Nice<br />

Biking in the Tyrol<br />

Capitoline Hill, Rome<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBHV Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

or London<br />

APR 7 APR 9 APR 29 3429<br />

APR 21 APR 23 MAY 13 3429<br />

APR 28 APR 30 MAY 20 3429<br />

MAY 5 MAY 7 MAY 27 3519<br />

MAY 12 MAY 14 JuN 3 3519<br />

MAY 19 MAY 21 JuN 10 3599<br />

MAY 26 MAY 28 JuN 17 3599<br />

JuN 2 JuN 4 JuN 24 3599<br />

JuN 9 JuN 11 JuL 1 3599<br />

JuN 16 JuN 18 JuL 8 3599<br />

JuN 18 JuN 20 JuL 10 3599<br />

JuN 23 JuN 25 JuL 15 3599<br />

JuN 25 JuN 27 JuL 17 3599<br />

JuN 30 JuL 2 JuL 22 3689<br />

JuL 2 JuL 4 JuL 24 3689<br />

JuL 7 JuL 9 JuL 29 3689<br />

JuL 14 JuL 16 AuG 5 3689<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

or London<br />

JuL 16 JuL 18 AuG 7 3689<br />

JuL 21 JuL 23 AuG 12 3689<br />

JuL 28 JuL 30 AuG 19 3689<br />

AuG 4 AuG 6 AuG 26 3599<br />

AuG 11 AuG 13 SEP 2 3519<br />

AuG 25 AuG 27 SEP 16 3519<br />

SEP 1 SEP 3 SEP 23 3599<br />

SEP 8 • SEP 10 SEP 30 3599<br />

SEP 10 • SEP 12 OCT 2 3599<br />

SEP 12 • SEP 14 OCT 4 3599<br />

SEP 15 • SEP 17 OCT 7 3599<br />

SEP 17 • SEP 19 OCT 9 3599<br />

SEP 19 SEP 21 OCT 11 3599<br />

SEP 22 SEP 24 OCT 14 3599<br />

SEP 29 OCT 1 OCT 21 3599<br />

OCT 6 OCT 8 OCT 28 3429<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

45<br />

European<br />

Vista<br />

23 Days<br />

• 21 nights twin or triple-share<br />

accommodation:<br />

1 night in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature Hotel<br />

20 nights in hotels<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 31 meals:<br />

20 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

11 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 10<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Code: WWHT Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

2012<br />

OCT 13 OCT 15 NOV 4 2939 JAN 7 JAN 9 JAN 29 2969<br />

OCT 20 OCT 22 NOV 11 2939 JAN 19 JAN 21 FEB 10 2799<br />

NOV 3 NOV 5 NOV 25 2885 JAN 26 JAN 28 FEB 17 2799<br />

NOV 10 NOV 12 DEC 2 2885 FEB 9 FEB 11 MAR 2 2799<br />

NOV 17 NOV 19 DEC 9 2885 FEB 16 FEB 18 MAR 9 2799<br />

NOV 24 NOV 26 DEC 16 2885 FEB 23 FEB 25 MAR 16 2799<br />

DEC 1 DEC 3 DEC 23 2885 MAR 1 MAR 3 MAR 23 2799<br />

DEC 8<br />

DEC 10<br />

DEC 15<br />

DEC 10<br />

DEC 12<br />

DEC 17<br />

DEC 30 2885<br />

JAN 1 2885<br />

JAN 6 2969<br />

MAR 8<br />

MAR 15<br />

MAR 10<br />

MAR 17<br />

MAR 30 2799<br />

APR 6 2859 Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

DEC 17 DEC 19 JAN 8 2969<br />

in advance you save<br />

DEC 19<br />

DEC 24<br />

DEC 31<br />

DEC 21<br />

DEC 26<br />

JAN 2<br />

JAN 10 2969<br />

JAN 15 2969<br />

JAN 22 2969<br />

C$289. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$175.<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBHV - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$915.<br />

WWHT - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$745.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & 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.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. The 2<br />

nights in the Austrian Tyrol are replaced with a 2nd night in<br />

both Florence & Vienna.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

See p.19 for details.


European<br />

Panorama<br />

30 Days<br />

From C$4669pp<br />

C$156/day<br />

13 Countries visited<br />

S.Ireland<br />

England, France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican<br />

City, Greece, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein,<br />

Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

N.Ireland<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower<br />

• Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter<br />

• Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio &<br />

Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Cruise the Rhine River - castles, villages, vineyards<br />

• Locally guided bike tour to Edam - plus more<br />

Plus\ Feature Hotel<br />

Portugal<br />

• Swiss Mountain Lodge, Roman Villa, The Pyramide<br />

Hotel, Corfu Beach Resort<br />

• <strong>Contiki</strong> On-site Reps - Corfu<br />

contiki.com/panorama<br />

Scotland<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

Wales ENGLAND<br />

LONDON 1<br />

CHATEAU CHAMBORD<br />

ATLANTIC<br />

OCEAN<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

DOVER<br />

CALAIS<br />

LOIRE VALLEY<br />

CARCASSONNE<br />

PYRENEES<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

VALLEY OF THE SOMME<br />

2 PARIS<br />

1 BORDEAUX<br />

BARCELONA 2<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/panorama-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & dinner<br />

• Rome Locally guided tour of The Vatican museums<br />

• Barcelona Flamenco dance show<br />

• Pompeii Entry fee & tour of the ancient city<br />

• Corfu Island sailing cruise<br />

SPAIN<br />

FRANCE<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

2 AMSTERDAM<br />

EDAM<br />

BELGIUM<br />

2<br />

FRENCH<br />

RIVIERA<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

RUHR VALLEY<br />

SWITZ<br />

2<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

MONACO<br />

Denmark<br />

1<br />

RHINE<br />

VALLEY<br />

LIECHTENSTEIN<br />

LUCERNE DOLOMITE<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

VERONA<br />

PISA<br />

GERMANY<br />

MUNICH MAUTHAUSEN<br />

1<br />

2<br />

1 TYROL<br />

AUSTRIA<br />

2 FLORENCE<br />

ITALY<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

Sweden<br />

Czech Rep<br />

2 ROME<br />

POMPEII<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

MT. VESUVIUS<br />

Poland<br />

VIENNA<br />

Slovenia<br />

2 VENICE Croatia<br />

Bosnia<br />

BRINDISI<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

1<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

Slovakia<br />

Hungary<br />

Serbia<br />

Montenegro<br />

Albania<br />

Romania<br />

Macedonia<br />

1 3<br />

GREECE<br />

CORFU<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

• Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided city walking tour<br />

• Vienna Schnaps museum visit & tasting<br />

• Tyrol Tandem paragliding<br />

• Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar<br />

• Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise<br />

Finland<br />

Lithuania<br />

14<br />

Estoni<br />

Bulgaria<br />

Latv<br />

B


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Paris<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team. Ferry<br />

across the English Channel & journey to<br />

the “City of Lights.” (D)<br />

• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 4: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where<br />

you’ll find magic, romance & history<br />

amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />

Day 5: Paris to Bordeaux<br />

Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling<br />

vineyards en-route to Bordeaux. (B)<br />

• Scenic drive to see Château Chambord<br />

Day 6: Bordeaux to Barcelona<br />

Feel the glory of medieval Carcassonne<br />

on the road to Barcelona. (B,D)<br />

• Visit the greatest fortress city of Europe<br />

Day 7: Barcelona<br />

See why this sexy city sizzles on a<br />

sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta,<br />

fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion<br />

at an unforgettable optional Flamenco<br />

show! (B)<br />

• See Gaudi’s Art nouveau Cathedral &<br />

the 1992 Olympic Games complex<br />

• Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla<br />

district<br />

Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera<br />

Travel through Provence to the<br />

glamorous resort town of Nice on<br />

the French Riviera. (B,D)<br />

• Scenic drive along the Cote d’Azur<br />

Day 9: French Riviera<br />

Do as the locals do - stroll through<br />

outdoor markets, shop the upscale<br />

boutiques & sun worship on the beach.<br />

Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous<br />

in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B)<br />

• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />

• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />

Day 10: French Riviera to Florence<br />

Stop & check out Pisa’s famous<br />

architectural wonder before arriving in<br />

Florence. (B,D)<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

Day 11: Florence<br />

A local guide gives you the inside track<br />

on striking buildings & sacred art in this<br />

atmospheric city. Later, explore at your<br />

own pace. (B)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 12: Florence to Rome<br />

Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills<br />

& terraced vineyards on the road to<br />

Rome. (B)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

• See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,<br />

Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon<br />

& Piazza Navona<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City<br />

• Two night stay at Hotel Cabala<br />

Day 13: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”<br />

& explore this living museum of history.<br />

Later, there’s a chance to delve into<br />

history with a tour of The Vatican museums<br />

including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

Day 14: Rome to Corfu<br />

Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius<br />

& opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins.<br />

Cross Italy & board the ferry to Greece. (B)<br />

Days 15-17: Corfu<br />

Kick back & relax, get into the water sports,<br />

shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island<br />

paradise. (B,D)(B)(B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

Day 18: Corfu to Italy<br />

Cruise across the Adriatic Sea to the<br />

enchanting port of Venice. (B)<br />

Day 19: Arrive Venice<br />

Head out to Romeo & Juliet’s home of<br />

Verona & then it’s back to Venice. (B,D)<br />

• See Juliet’s Balcony & the Roman Arena<br />

Day 20: Venice<br />

Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight<br />

alleyways & canals to find grand squares,<br />

art-filled palazzos, little shops, bars &<br />

markets. (B)<br />

• Private motorboat to the historic islands<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

• Murano glass-blowing demonstration<br />

Day 21: Venice to Vienna<br />

Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to<br />

Austria’s capital, Vienna. (B)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

Day 22: Vienna<br />

Viennese culture waltzes right up to you<br />

on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to<br />

wander this picture book city & its wealth<br />

of music, cafés, parks, architecture &, of<br />

course, strudel! (B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

• See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s<br />

Cathedral & the State Opera House<br />

• Scenic drive along the historic<br />

Ring Road<br />

Day 23: Vienna to Munich<br />

Make a sobering stop at the<br />

Mauthausen concentration camp<br />

memorial en-route to Munich, home<br />

of Oktoberfest. (B)<br />

• Entry into Mauthausen memorial<br />

• See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz<br />

• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />

Day 24: Munich to Austrian Tyrol<br />

Be ‘wowed’ by stunning alpine scenery<br />

en-route to a cool Tyrolean village. (B,D)<br />

• See this idyllic region famous for<br />

adventure sports<br />

Day 25: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps<br />

Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside<br />

Lucerne before spending 2 days in the<br />

magical Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

• Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz<br />

• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne<br />

• Scenic Alpine drive<br />

Day 26: Swiss Alps<br />

Chill for a day in the breathtaking alps<br />

& enjoy one of the many outdoor<br />

activities this popular region has to<br />

choose from. (B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

Day 27: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley<br />

Follow the Rhine River to a valley full of<br />

castles & vineyards. (B,D)<br />

• Learn how beersteins are crafted<br />

• See the Lorelei Rock<br />

Day 28: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam<br />

Next it’s on to the free-wheeling, vibrant<br />

city of Amsterdam. (B,D)<br />

• Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s<br />

house<br />

• See the canals, gable houses & the city<br />

by night<br />

Day 29: Amsterdam<br />

Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills<br />

out to Edam. Afterwards, check out the<br />

myriad of museums, cafés & notoriously<br />

fun nightclubs. (B)<br />

Day 30: Depart Amsterdam<br />

Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport<br />

(est. arr. 10am) or choose to take a<br />

complimentary transfer to central London<br />

& extend your stay. (B)<br />

Florence<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBHM Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

or London<br />

APR 16 APR 18 MAy 15 4669<br />

APR 30 MAy 2 MAy 29 4789<br />

MAy 14 MAy 16 JUN 12 4899<br />

MAy 21 MAy 23 JUN 19 4899<br />

MAy 28 MAy 30 JUN 26 4899<br />

JUN 11 JUN 13 JUL 10 4899<br />

JUN 18 JUN 20 JUL 17 4899<br />

JUN 25 JUN 27 JUL 24 4899<br />

JUN 28 JUN 30 JUL 27 4899<br />

JUL 2 JUL 4 JUL 31 4999<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

or London<br />

JUL 9 JUL 11 AUG 7 4999<br />

JUL 16 JUL 18 AUG 14 4999<br />

JUL 23 JUL 25 AUG 21 4999<br />

JUL 30 AUG 1 AUG 28 4899<br />

AUG 6 AUG 8 SEP 4 4789<br />

AUG 13 AUG 15 SEP 11 4789<br />

AUG 27 • AUG 29 SEP 25 4899<br />

AUG 30 • SEP 1 SEP 28 4899<br />

SEP 3 • SEP 5 OCT 2 4899<br />

SEP 10 • SEP 12 OCT 9 4899<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single room supplement of C$1239 & triple-share<br />

reduction of 5% available based on twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & 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.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

• 26 nights twin or triple-share<br />

accommodation:<br />

9 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature Hotels<br />

17 nights in hotels<br />

+2 nights on-board ferries<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 41 meals:<br />

27 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

14 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 14<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Tandem Paragliding, The Tyrol<br />

47<br />

European<br />

Panorama<br />

30 Days<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$239.<br />

See p.19 for details.


European Explorer<br />

Mykonos Island or<br />

Greek Island Cruising options<br />

35 Days<br />

From C$5755pp<br />

C$165/day<br />

Plus port taxes & gratuities of C$189<br />

S.Ireland<br />

Portugal<br />

N.Ireland<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

Scotland<br />

Wales<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

SPAIN<br />

ENGLAND<br />

LONDON 1<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

DOVER<br />

CALAIS<br />

FONTAINEBLEAU<br />

VALLEY OF THE SOMME<br />

BURGUNDY REGION<br />

CHATEAU DE<br />

FONTAGER<br />

PYRENEES<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

PONT DU GARD<br />

BARCELONA 2<br />

EDAM<br />

2 PARIS<br />

FRANCE<br />

1<br />

2 AMSTERDAM<br />

BELGIUM<br />

2<br />

FRENCH<br />

RIVIERA<br />

RUHR VALLEY<br />

SWITZ<br />

LUCERNE 2<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

SWISS<br />

ALPS<br />

Denmark<br />

MONACO<br />

1<br />

RHINE<br />

VALLEY<br />

LIECHTENSTEIN<br />

PISA<br />

GERMANY<br />

VERONA<br />

MUNICH<br />

1<br />

1 FLORENCE<br />

ITALY<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/explorer-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & dinner<br />

• Monaco Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco<br />

• Barcelona Flamenco dance show<br />

Sweden<br />

ISLE OF CAPRI<br />

MAUTHAUSEN<br />

2 ROME<br />

Czech Rep<br />

AUSTRIA<br />

SPLIT<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

POMPEII<br />

2<br />

VIENNA<br />

SLOVENIA<br />

2 VENICE CROATIA<br />

BOSNIA<br />

1 ZADAR<br />

Serbia<br />

2 DUBROVNIK<br />

BARI<br />

1<br />

SORRENTO<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

Poland<br />

Slovakia<br />

Hungary<br />

MONTE<br />

1<br />

Macedonia<br />

1 TIRANA<br />

ALBANIA<br />

GREECE<br />

1 PREVEZA<br />

PATRAS<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

Finland<br />

Lithuania<br />

Romania<br />

Estonia<br />

Bulgaria<br />

Latvia<br />

1 ATHENS<br />

4<br />

MYKONOS<br />

Belarus<br />

Ukraine<br />

MYKONOS ISLAND<br />

OR CRUISING OPTION<br />

& maps see p.51<br />

• Venice Gondola ride along the canals<br />

• Florence Tuscan hills feast<br />

Egypt<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

Turkey<br />

Russia<br />

17<br />

Cyprus<br />

More optional activities on p.50


Sacre Couer, Paris<br />

18 Countries visited<br />

England, France, Spain, Monaco, Italy,<br />

Vatican City, Greece, Albania,<br />

Montenegro (in transit), Bosnia (in transit),<br />

Croatia, Slovenia (in transit), Austria,<br />

Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland,<br />

Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)<br />

GO<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing<br />

tour (see p.15)<br />

• Check out Paris from the top of the<br />

Eiffel Tower<br />

• Explore Barcelona’s backstreets &<br />

Gothic Quarter<br />

• Private boat through the canals &<br />

islands of Venice<br />

• Discover the Statue of David, Ponte<br />

Vecchio & Medici Palace on our<br />

locally guided walking tour<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing<br />

tour (see p.15)<br />

• Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri<br />

• Learn about the birthplace of<br />

modern society on a locally guided<br />

tour of Athens & the Acropolis<br />

• Locally guided walking tour of<br />

Dubrovnik’s city walls & historic streets<br />

• A moving experience of Mauthausen<br />

• Cruise the Rhine River - plus more<br />

Plus\ Feature Hotel<br />

• French Château, Mykonos Resort,<br />

The Pyramide Hotel<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Paris<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team & ferry<br />

across the English Channel to France.<br />

Journey past World War I battlefields & into<br />

the glittering “City of Lights.” (D)<br />

• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Day 4: Paris<br />

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll<br />

find magic, romance & history amongst<br />

the city’s legendary icons. (B)<br />

Day 5: Paris to Château Fontager<br />

We make our way Southbound through<br />

Burgundy via the beautiful 12th century<br />

Château Fontainebleau before arriving at<br />

our Feature Hotel. (B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

• Visit Château Fontainebleau<br />

Day 6: Château Fontager to Barcelona<br />

Head to southern France, through the<br />

majestic Pyrénées Mountains, on to the<br />

Mediterranean city of Barcelona. (B,D)<br />

• Check out the Roman Aqueduct at<br />

Pont du Gard<br />

Day 7: Barcelona<br />

See why this sexy city sizzles on a<br />

sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion<br />

& fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an<br />

optional Flamenco show! (B)<br />

• See Gaudi’s Art nouveau Cathedral &<br />

the 1992 Olympic Games complex<br />

• Walk through the Gothic Quarter &<br />

La Rambla district<br />

Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera<br />

Travel through Provence, one of France’s<br />

most stunning regions, past Cannes, to<br />

the glamorous resort town of Nice on the<br />

French Riviera. (B,D)<br />

• Scenic drive along the Cote d’Azur<br />

Day 9: French Riviera<br />

Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor<br />

markets, shop the upscale boutiques<br />

& sun worship on the beach. Later rub<br />

shoulders with the rich & famous in<br />

Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B)<br />

• See the Royal Palace in Monaco<br />

• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />

Day 10: French Riviera to Venice<br />

Head to the Italian countryside, past<br />

the ancient maritime city of Genoa,<br />

stop in Romeo & Juliet’s home of<br />

Verona & on to fairytale Venice. (B,D)<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

• See Juliet’s balcony & the Roman<br />

Arena<br />

Day 11: Venice<br />

Meander through the ‘floating city’s’<br />

tight alleyways & canals to find grand<br />

squares, art-filled palazzos, little shops,<br />

bars & markets. (B)<br />

• Private motorboat to the historic islands<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

• Murano glass-blowing demonstration<br />

Day 12: Venice to Florence<br />

Wind through the Apennine Mountains &<br />

Tuscan hillsides to Florence, a Renaissance<br />

city full of striking buildings & sacred art. (B)<br />

• Walking tour with a local guide<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 13: Florence to Rome<br />

Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural<br />

wonder on the road to Rome. (B,D)<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

• See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,<br />

Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon<br />

& Piazza Navona<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City<br />

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What’s included<br />

Mykonos Island<br />

option<br />

• 32 nights accommodation:<br />

7 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature Hotels<br />

25 nights in hotels<br />

+1 night on-board a ferry<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 49 meals:<br />

32 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

17 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 17<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

What’s included<br />

Greek Island<br />

cruising option<br />

• 32 nights accommodation:<br />

3 nights in <strong>Contiki</strong>’s Feature Hotel<br />

25 nights in hotels<br />

+1 night on-board a ferry<br />

4 nights on-board a cruise ship<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 59 meals:<br />

32 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

4 lunches (L)<br />

19 three-course dinners (D)<br />

4 suppers (S)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 17<br />

Heritage sites visited


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Included Sightseeing<br />

Continued<br />

Day 14: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”<br />

& explore this living museum. Later, there’s<br />

a chance to delve into history with a tour of<br />

The Vatican museums including the Sistine<br />

Chapel. (B)<br />

Day 15: Rome to Sorrento<br />

From Naples, catch the boat to Capri<br />

& soak up its sweeping views & romantic<br />

atmosphere before setting sail for<br />

Sorrento. (B)<br />

Day 16: Sorrento to Greece<br />

From postcard perfect Sorrento, catch<br />

a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour<br />

of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Then cross<br />

southern Italy & board the overnight ferry<br />

to Greece. (B)<br />

Day 17: To Athens<br />

From Patras, cross the impressive Corinth<br />

Canal en-route to the mythological city<br />

of Athens. (B)<br />

• See the first modern Olympic Stadium<br />

Days 18-22<br />

You choose! There’s either a Mykonos<br />

Island or Greek Island cruising option.<br />

Details opposite.<br />

Day 23: Preveza to Tirana<br />

Travel into Albania & wind through the<br />

dramatic mountains & along the<br />

Adriatic Coast. (B,D)<br />

Day 24: Tirana to Dubrovnik<br />

Continue along the sparkling coastline<br />

through tiny Montenegro toward the lovely,<br />

ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. (B,D)<br />

Day 25: Dubrovnik<br />

Find historic buildings, modern galleries,<br />

ancient sculptures & amazing seafood<br />

in this stunning UNESCO World Heritage<br />

site. (B,D)<br />

Day 26: Dubrovnik to Zadar<br />

Move up the Dalmatian Coast, stopping in<br />

beautiful Split & travelling on to Zadar. (B,D)<br />

• See Diocletian’s Palace in Split<br />

Day 27: Zadar to Vienna<br />

Take off from the seaside city & cruise<br />

on through Slovenia to Austria’s cultured<br />

capital, Vienna. (B)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

Day 28: Vienna<br />

Viennese culture waltzes right up to you<br />

on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to<br />

wander this picture book city & its wealth<br />

of music, cafés, parks, architecture & of<br />

course, strudel! (B)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s<br />

Cathedral & the State Opera House<br />

• Scenic drive along the historic<br />

Ring Road<br />

Day 29: Vienna to Munich<br />

Make a sobering stop at the Mauthausen<br />

concentration camp memorial en-route<br />

to Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B)<br />

• Entry into Mauthausen memorial<br />

• See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz<br />

• Visit a traditional beer hall<br />

Day 30: Munich to Lucerne<br />

Leave the festive capital of Bavaria<br />

behind, cross through tiny Liechtenstein &<br />

arrive in the magical Swiss Alps. (B,D)<br />

• Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz<br />

Day 31: Lucerne<br />

Your jaw will drop at the alpine beauty of<br />

this lake town as you wander through the<br />

cobbled streets. (B,D)<br />

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• Rome Locally guided tour of The Vatican museums<br />

• Pompeii Guided tour of the ancient city<br />

• Athens Greek dinner & dancing night<br />

• Dubrovnik Island cruise & swimming<br />

• See the Wooden Chapel Bridge<br />

• View the Lion Monument<br />

Day 32: Lucerne to Rhine Valley<br />

Follow the Rhine River, past the Black<br />

Forest to a valley full of castles &<br />

renowned vineyards. (B,D)<br />

• Learn how beer steins are crafted<br />

• See the Lorelei Rock<br />

Day 33: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam<br />

Next it’s in to the Netherlands & on to the<br />

vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B,D)<br />

• Visit a cheese farm & clog<br />

maker’s house<br />

Views over Dubrovnik<br />

• See the canals, gable houses & the<br />

city by night<br />

Day 34: Amsterdam<br />

Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills<br />

out to the scenic town of Edam, worldfamous<br />

for its namesake cheese.<br />

Then check out Amsterdam’s myriad<br />

of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously<br />

fun nightclubs. (B)<br />

Day 35: Depart Amsterdam.<br />

Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport<br />

(est. arr. 10am) or choose to take a<br />

complimentary transfer to central London<br />

& extend your stay. (B)<br />

• Rhine Valley Wine tasting<br />

• Vienna Mozart & Strauss concert & dinner<br />

• Swiss Alps Cog-railway ride to the top of Mt. Pilatus<br />

• Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise


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Macedonia<br />

Belarus<br />

European Explorer<br />

Albania<br />

Mykonos Island option<br />

Poland<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 18-22<br />

Day 18: Athens to Mykonos<br />

Sightsee the ancient wonders & feel the<br />

gritty urban soul of this bustling city before<br />

ferrying to Mykonos, for some sun & good<br />

times. Enjoy a tasty local dinner tonight IONIAN & SEA if<br />

you’re up for it, head<br />

Slovakia<br />

to a local spot for some<br />

partying - Mykonos style. (B,D)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

Days 19-21: Mykonos<br />

Hang out on this island famous for its azure<br />

seas, golden beaches, cosmopolitan<br />

atmosphere & young, vibrant party<br />

culture. Wander Hungary through the tiny streets &<br />

whitewashed cube houses found in the<br />

picture-perfect Cycladic capital. (B,D)(B)(B)<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> Feature Hotel<br />

• Visit Mykonos town<br />

Croatia • See the traditional Cycladic style houses<br />

• See the famous windmills<br />

Day 22: Mykonos to Preveza<br />

Back Bosnia to Greece’s mainland, we make our<br />

way through the mountains to Preveza. (B,D)<br />

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Serbia<br />

Montenegro<br />

Aegean paradise of Mykonos. IONIAN Tonight, SEA<br />

GREECE<br />

GREECE<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

ATHENS<br />

PIRAEUS<br />

Romania<br />

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ATHENS<br />

Bulgaria<br />

AEGEAN SEA<br />

MYKONOS<br />

SANTORINI<br />

CRETE<br />

AEGEAN SEA<br />

Ukraine<br />

MYKONOS<br />

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PATMOS<br />

Egypt<br />

Macedonia<br />

European Albania Explorer<br />

Greek Island Cruising option<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 18-22<br />

Day 18: Athens to Mykonos<br />

Board your ship & cruise to the<br />

hang out on this island, famous for its<br />

golden beaches & young, vibrant party<br />

culture. (B,L,D,S)<br />

Day 19: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi<br />

Stop by the resort town of Kusadasi & shop<br />

in the town’s colourful bazaar.Later on,<br />

relax on the beach or in a local taverna<br />

on the friendly, unspoilt island of Patmos.<br />

(B,L,D,S)<br />

• Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar<br />

• See Monastery of St. John on Patmos<br />

Day 20: Cruising to Rhodes<br />

Arrive at the sunniest island in the Aegean<br />

& spend the day exploring pristine beaches,<br />

medieval towns & cool little shops. (B,L,D,S)<br />

• See the fortified town of Rhodes<br />

Day 21: Cruising to Santorini via Crete<br />

Drop by Crete en-route to the quintessential<br />

Greek island, Santorini, world-famous for its<br />

famous blue & white buildings, spectacular<br />

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(in addition to those listed on p.48 & p.50)<br />

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See the windmills of Mykonos<br />

• Mykonos Mykonos night tour<br />

• Paradise beach trip<br />

TURKEY<br />

KUSADASI<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

RHODES<br />

island sunsets & breathtaking natural<br />

scenery. (B,L,D,S)<br />

• Visit Heraklion town on Crete<br />

• See the spectacular volcanic islands<br />

surrounding Santorini<br />

• Visit the main town of Fira<br />

Day 22: Santorini to Preveza<br />

Back to the mainland, we make our way<br />

through the mountains Egypt to Preveza. (B,D)<br />

• Patmos Guided tour of Monastry of St. John<br />

• Kusadasi Guided tour of Greek site Ephesus<br />

• Crete Guided tour of Minoan Palace<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

Turkey<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBHE Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

or London<br />

APR 29 MAy 1 Jun 2 6039<br />

MAy 13 MAy 15 Jun 16 6189<br />

MAy 20 MAy 22 Jun 23 6189<br />

Jun 3 Jun 5 JuL 7 6189<br />

Jun 17 Jun 19 JuL 21 6189<br />

Jun 24 Jun 26 JuL 28 6189<br />

JuL 1 JuL 3 AuG 4 6315<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single room supplement of C$1895 & triple-share<br />

reduction of 5% available based on twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & 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.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BHEC Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

or London<br />

APR 29 MAy 1 Jun 2 5755<br />

MAy 13 MAy 15 Jun 16 5899<br />

MAy 20 MAy 22 Jun 23 5899<br />

Jun 3 Jun 5 JuL 7 5899<br />

Jun 17 Jun 19 JuL 21 5899<br />

Jun 24 Jun 26 JuL 28 5899<br />

JuL 1 JuL 3 AuG 4 6015<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

or London<br />

JuL 8 JuL 10 AuG 11 6315<br />

JuL 15<br />

JuL 29<br />

JuL 17 AuG 18 6315<br />

JuL<br />

Cyprus<br />

31 SEP 1 6315<br />

AuG 12 AuG 14 SEP 15 6039<br />

AuG 26 • AuG 28 SEP 29 6039<br />

SEP 2 • SEP 4 OCT 6 6189<br />

SEP 9 SEP 11 OCT 13 6189<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

or London<br />

JuL 8 JuL 10 AuG 11 6015<br />

JuL 15 JuL 17 AuG 18 6015<br />

JuL 29 JuL 31 SEP 1 6015<br />

AuG 12 AuG 14 SEP 15 5755<br />

AuG 26 • AuG 28 SEP 29 5755<br />

SEP 2 • SEP 4 OCT 6 5899<br />

SEP 9 SEP 11 OCT 13 5899<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re<br />

travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex<br />

room-mate at no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single room supplement of C$1775 & triple-share<br />

reduction of 5% available based on twin-share tour price.<br />

Port taxes & gratuities add Cyprus C$189.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & 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.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

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If you pay 6 months<br />

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C$299.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$289.<br />

See p.19 for details.


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More time to go deeper.<br />

Some parts of Europe are just too good to leave.<br />

Our In-Depth Regional tours give you more<br />

time to get to the heart of a location - you’ll<br />

often stay 2 or 3 nights in one spot, which means<br />

more time to get to know a particular country<br />

or region & more time to soak up its culture.<br />

Treat your tastebuds<br />

Travel with us & you don’t just see Europe, you<br />

taste it too. Tasting different flavours of Europe is<br />

an essential part of any holiday - trying authentic<br />

(& delicious) meals, prepared by locals the<br />

traditional way is a key part of experiencing new<br />

cultures.<br />

On our In-Depth tours we’ve included some extra<br />

special, authentic Regional Dinners at some of<br />

our favourite local restaurants so you can really<br />

immerse yourself in the taste of Europe.<br />

Here’s a sample of what you’ll experience…<br />

• Learn to make pizza like the locals in Rome<br />

(you can show off your skills back home)<br />

• Devour mouth-watering delicacies with<br />

Budapest as your backdrop on our Danube<br />

river cruise<br />

• Sample Greek specialities at our favourite<br />

Athens taverna<br />

• Pick your way through a delicious variety of<br />

tapas dishes in buzzing Barcelona<br />

• Treat yourself to traditional French specialities as<br />

you dine out in Nice<br />

…and many more.<br />

Stay close to the action<br />

Style, comfort & great locations - the key<br />

ingredients of our regional tour accommodation.<br />

We’ll get you as close as we can to the key sights,<br />

so it’s easy to get around & make the most of<br />

your days exploring.<br />

You’re never short on comfort on In-Depth tours<br />

too, like TV’s in your room, often Wi-Fi, en-suite<br />

bathrooms, laundry facilities & fluffy towels – plus<br />

concierge services at your fingertips. It’s your<br />

choice too - share with your mates, or go solo for<br />

a little extra.<br />

Low-cost airlines to Europe<br />

Not all our In-Depth tours start in London.<br />

So if you need flights to the city your tour departs<br />

from go on-line & book with one of Europe’s great<br />

low-cost airlines.<br />

To get a good deal it’s best to book early, here<br />

are some sites to get you started, you can find<br />

more on-line.<br />

easyjet.com<br />

ryanair.com<br />

skyscanner.net<br />

Remember, if you book<br />

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Look out for the orange Explore<br />

More early optionals you panel save on money! the<br />

bottom of every tour page.<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 getting a<br />

room all to yourself for a little extra. Check out the<br />

tour price panels for details. Limited single rooms<br />

available.<br />

Going solo?<br />

Even if you’re planning on leaving your mates at<br />

home, don’t worry. We’ll match you with a room<br />

mate, so it’s all good. More than half our travellers<br />

are just like you – ready to head off on their own &<br />

experience Europe with young, fun & like-minded<br />

travel mates.<br />

Choose from 27 In-Depth tours<br />

from 5 to 18 days<br />

Cool ways to cruise<br />

Croatia<br />

On our exclusive Croatian Island Cruising tour,<br />

explore unspoiled islands & coastal villages of the<br />

beautiful Northern Adriatic on a local boat (one of<br />

Croatia’s best!). You’ll travel in style too. All you need<br />

to do is set your watch to island time. More on<br />

p.80-81.<br />

The Med & Aegean<br />

Sit back & relax as you visit the jaw-dropping Greek<br />

Islands, Turkey, Israel & Egypt on a classic cruise liner.<br />

With great onboard facilities like pools, shopping &<br />

live entertainment, there are countless ways to enjoy<br />

your trip. See p.86-87.<br />

Nile cruising<br />

Take in the views from the deck as we sail along the<br />

world’s most famous river. It’s a chance to really<br />

relax in style & absorb ancient Egypt’s incredible<br />

scenery. You can really go local too – soak up the<br />

rays on a traditional felucca while you sit back &<br />

watch Egyptians go about their day.<br />

See p.72-73.<br />

Save even more!<br />

On some of our <strong>Superior</strong> tours you can save<br />

even more money for other stuff, by booking<br />

triple-share. You’ll save an additional 5% on your<br />

booking. Check out the price panels on the tour<br />

pages to see if you can save.


Remember, if you book<br />

early you save money!<br />

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Comfy hotels & guest houses<br />

Fantastic facilities<br />

Always twin-share<br />

A home away from home<br />

Great value tours<br />

27<br />

In-Depth tours<br />

to choose from


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Scotland &<br />

Ireland<br />

14 Days<br />

2 Countries visited<br />

Scotland, Ireland<br />

What’s included<br />

• 12 nights twin-share hotel<br />

accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 19 meals:<br />

12 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

7 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 1<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat cruise of<br />

stunning Loch Ness<br />

• Learn about the troubled history<br />

of Belfast on a locally guided<br />

walking tour<br />

• Visit Blarney Castle & kiss the<br />

famous Stone<br />

More options<br />

While you’re in this part of the world,<br />

you can also experience England<br />

with <strong>Contiki</strong>. Take a 18 day Great<br />

Britain & Ireland tour & combine the<br />

best of these regions.<br />

More on p.58-59.<br />

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Optionals<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$105.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

GALWAY 2<br />

CLIFFS OF MOHER<br />

BLARNEY<br />

1<br />

CORK<br />

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS<br />

1<br />

ISLE OF SKYE LOCH NESS<br />

SCOTLAND<br />

WEST<br />

HIGHLANDS 1<br />

STIRLING<br />

GLASGOW 1<br />

GIANT’S<br />

CAUSEWAY<br />

LONDONDERRY 1<br />

BELFAST<br />

N.IRELAND<br />

REP. OF<br />

IRELAND<br />

DUBLIN 2<br />

1 KILKENNY<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

ST. ANDREWS<br />

2 EDINBURGH<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBED Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada Edinburgh Dublin pp<br />

2011<br />

MAR 27 MAR 28 APR 9 2055<br />

APR 10 APR 11 APR 23 2055<br />

APR 24 APR 25 MAy 7 2055<br />

MAy 1 MAy 2 MAy 14 2099<br />

MAy 8 MAy 9 MAy 21 2099<br />

MAy 15 MAy 16 MAy 28 2159<br />

MAy 22 MAy 23 JuN 4 2159<br />

MAy 29 MAy 30 JuN 11 2159<br />

JuN 5 JuN 6 JuN 18 2159<br />

JuN 12 JuN 13 JuN 25 2159<br />

JuN 19 JuN 20 JuL 2 2159<br />

JuN 26 JuN 27 JuL 9 2159<br />

JuN 30 JuL 1 JuL 13 2215<br />

JuL 3 JuL 4 JuL 16 2215<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

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Wales<br />

England<br />

• Edinburgh Traditional dinner with haggis & bagpipes<br />

• Dublin Guinness Brewery Storehouse visit<br />

• Londonderry Walking tour including Bogside Murals<br />

1<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Edinburgh Dublin pp<br />

JuL 10 JuL 11 JuL 23 2215<br />

JuL 17 JuL 18 JuL 30 2215<br />

JuL 24 JuL 25 AuG 6 2215<br />

JuL 31 AuG 1 AuG 13 2159<br />

AuG 7 • AuG 8 AuG 20 2159<br />

AuG 14 • AuG 15 AuG 27 2159<br />

AuG 21 • AuG 22 SEP 3 2159<br />

AuG 28 AuG 29 SEP 10 2159<br />

SEP 4 SEP 5 SEP 17 2159<br />

SEP 11 SEP 12 SEP 24 2159<br />

SEP 18 SEP 19 OCT 1 2159<br />

SEP 25 SEP 26 OCT 8 2159<br />

OCT 2 OCT 3 OCT 15 2159<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

Portugal<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

Spain<br />

no extra charge.<br />

Single room supplement of C$535.<br />

Tour starts 4:30pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

These tours join the Great Britain & Ireland tour on Day 5<br />

in Edinburgh.<br />

• These tours will be in Edinburgh during the Festival COSTA BLANCA &<br />

Military Tattoo (tickets not included).<br />

COSTA DEL SOL<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

Scotland &<br />

Ireland<br />

Norway<br />

14 Days<br />

From C$2055pp<br />

Denmark C$147/day<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

Netherlands<br />

Germany<br />

contiki.com/scotland-ireland<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive<br />

Edinburgh<br />

Switz<br />

Check-in to your hotel & this evening<br />

meet up with your Tour Manager &<br />

fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travellers.<br />

Day 3: Edinburgh<br />

Spend a day exploring the city.<br />

Combining medieval & modern its<br />

buildings are perched on top of hills,<br />

shadowed by cliffs & overlooking the<br />

sea. (B,D)<br />

Day 4: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands<br />

Stop at the original home of golf -<br />

St. Andrews, on the way to the Scottish<br />

Highlands & Loch MEDITERRANEAN Ness. SEA (B,D)<br />

Day 5: Scottish Highlands to West<br />

Highlands<br />

See the stunning Isle of Skye, with its<br />

moors, mountains, lochs & sea cliffs. (B)<br />

• See the spectacular Eilean Donan<br />

Castle<br />

• Visit seaside town Portree<br />

• See Britain’s highest mountain,<br />

Ben Nevis<br />

Day 6: West Highlands to Glasgow<br />

Visit historic Stirling before arriving in lively<br />

Glasgow. (B)<br />

• See Stirling Castle & William Wallace<br />

Monument<br />

• See George Square & the Glasgow<br />

City Chambers<br />

Day 7: Glasgow to Dublin<br />

Ferry to Northern Ireland, travelling through<br />

County Meath to Dublin. (B,D)<br />

Day 8: Dublin to Londonderry<br />

Discover the troubled history of the now<br />

redeveloped Belfast then be amazed<br />

Italy<br />

• Galway Boat ride to Aran Islands<br />

• Kilkenny Guided walking tour<br />

Sweden<br />

Czech Rep<br />

GULF OF BOTHNIA<br />

BALTIC SEA<br />

Poland<br />

by natural rock formations of the Giant’s<br />

Causeway as we make our way to the<br />

walled city of Londonderry. (B)<br />

• See the Giant’s Causeway<br />

Austria<br />

Day 9: Londonderry to Galway<br />

Explore Londonderry & its fascinating Hungary<br />

historical sites, before travelling south<br />

through Connacht Slovenia to Galway. (B)<br />

• See the 17th century city walls of<br />

Croatia<br />

Londonderry<br />

Day 10: Galway<br />

Bosnia<br />

Discover the quintessential Irish town<br />

where Gaelic is still spoken on the<br />

streets. There’s also an option to visit<br />

the Aran Islands, 40 minutes boat ride<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

away. (B,D)<br />

Day 11: Galway to Cork<br />

Spot the Cliffs of Moher then get the<br />

chance to kiss the famous Blarney Stone<br />

before arriving in Cork. (B,D)<br />

• Visit Blarney, home of the Blarney Stone<br />

Day 12: Cork to Kilkenny<br />

See the brightly coloured buildings of<br />

portside Cobh before reaching charming<br />

Kilkenny. (B,D)<br />

• Entrance to the Port Heritage<br />

Centre, the last port of call for the illfated<br />

Titanic<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

• See the Rock of Cashel<br />

• See Kilkenny Castle & St. Canice’s<br />

Cathedral<br />

Day 13: Kilkenny to Dublin<br />

Dublin has so much to do & see, so<br />

take time to explore it’s vibrant mix of<br />

thriving markets, museums, cafes & enjoy<br />

the easy-going local hospitality. (B)<br />

• See Trinity College, the Monument of<br />

Light, Parnell Square & St. Stephen’s<br />

Green<br />

Day 14: Depart Dublin<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to<br />

say farewell to your new friends. (B)<br />

Slovakia<br />

Montenegro<br />

Serbia<br />

Albania<br />

Macedonia<br />

Greece<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

Lith


England &<br />

Scotland<br />

11 Days<br />

From C$1579pp<br />

C$144/day<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Bristol<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team & take a<br />

London sightseeing tour before travelling<br />

west to Bristol, via Bath. Tonight, enjoy<br />

dinner at a modern restaurant overlooking<br />

the city’s river. (D)<br />

• See the mystical boulders of<br />

Stonehenge<br />

• Visit the old Roman town of Bath<br />

Day 4: Bristol to York<br />

Visit Liverpool as we make our way through<br />

the charming Peak District to York. (B,D)<br />

• Guided walking tour of York<br />

• See York Minster & Clifford’s Tower<br />

Day 5: York to Lake District<br />

This morning we make our way to<br />

Cumbria’s gorgeous Lake District. There<br />

are plenty of optional activities to choose<br />

from like hiking & kayaking. (B)<br />

• Visit Bowness & see Lake Windermere<br />

Day 6: Lake District to Edinburgh<br />

Stop at Hadrian’s Wall & cross through the<br />

border town of Gretna Green en-route to<br />

Edinburgh. (B)<br />

• Entrance to Gretna Green Museum<br />

• Driving city tour to see Edinburgh Castle,<br />

Holyrood Palace & the Royal Mile<br />

Day 7: Edinburgh<br />

Spend a day exploring the city.<br />

Combining medieval & modern its<br />

buildings are perched on top of hills,<br />

shadowed by cliffs & overlooking the<br />

sea. (B,D)<br />

Day 8: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands<br />

Stop at the original home of golf -<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

contiki.com/england-scotland<br />

St. Andrews, on the way to the Scottish<br />

Highlands & Loch Ness. (B,D)<br />

Day 9: Scottish Highlands to West<br />

Highlands<br />

See the stunning Isle of Skye, with its moors,<br />

mountains, lochs & sea cliffs. (B)<br />

• See the spectacular Eilean Donan<br />

Castle<br />

• Visit seaside town Portree<br />

• See Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis<br />

Day 10: West Highlands to Glasgow<br />

Visit historic Stirling before arriving in lively<br />

Glasgow. (B)<br />

• See Stirling Castle & William Wallace<br />

Monument<br />

Portugal<br />

• See George Square & the Glasgow<br />

City Chambers<br />

Day 11: Depart Glasgow/Train to London<br />

The tour ends after breakfast in Glasgow<br />

& it’s time to say farewell to your new<br />

found friends. Or if you’ve chosen to end<br />

in London, catch the train back to London<br />

where your tour ends upon arrival. (B)<br />

Delicious local cuisine<br />

1 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS<br />

LOCH NESS<br />

ISLE OF<br />

SKYE<br />

SCOTLAND<br />

WEST 1<br />

HIGHLANDS<br />

ST. ANDREWS<br />

STIRLING<br />

2 EDINBURGH<br />

GLASGOW 1<br />

NORTHUMBERLAND<br />

NATIONAL PARK<br />

GRETNA GREEN<br />

LAKE 1<br />

DISTRICT<br />

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• York Evening ‘Ghost’ walk<br />

• Lake District Kayaking or Canoeing • High ropes course<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

LIVERPOOL<br />

Wales<br />

BRISTOL 1<br />

BATH<br />

ENGLAND<br />

1 YORK<br />

STONEHENGE<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

1 LONDON<br />

France<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBBR Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada London Glasgow pp<br />

or London<br />

2011<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

MAR 23 MAR 25 APR 2 1579<br />

APR 6 APR 8 APR 16 1579<br />

APR 20 APR 22 APR 30 1579<br />

APR 27 APR 29 MAY 7 1579<br />

MAY 4 MAY 6 MAY 14 1619<br />

MAY 11 MAY 13 MAY 21 1619<br />

MAY 18 MAY 20 MAY 28 1655<br />

MAY 25 MAY 27 JuN 4 1655<br />

JuN 1 JuN 3 JuN 11 1655<br />

JuN 8 JuN 10 JuN 18 1655<br />

JuN 15 JuN 17 JuN 25 1655<br />

JuN 22 JuN 24 JuL 2 1655<br />

JuN 26 JuN 28 JuL 6 1655<br />

JuN 29 JuL 1 JuL 9 1695<br />

Code: WWBR Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 13 OCT 15 OCT 22 1215<br />

DEC 8 DEC 10 DEC 17 1179<br />

DEC 15 DEC 17 DEC 24 1215<br />

DEC 26 DEC 28 JAN 4 1215<br />

DEC 29 DEC 31 JAN 7 1215<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air Spain deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge.<br />

BBBR - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$425.<br />

WWBR - Winter 2011/12<br />

COSTA BLANCA<br />

Single room supplement of C$309.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. COSTA DEL SOL8:00am<br />

(end<br />

Glasgow or 1:00pm (end London).<br />

• These tours will be in Edinburgh during the Festival &<br />

Military Tattoo (tickets not included).<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. 1<br />

night in Bristol, York 1 night, Edinburgh 2 nights, Scottish<br />

Highlands 1 night, Glasgow 1 night, Liverpool 1 night.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

England &<br />

Scotland<br />

11 Days<br />

2 Countries visited<br />

England, Scotland<br />

What’s included<br />

Netherlands<br />

• 9 nights twin-share hotel<br />

accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 12 meals:<br />

8 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

4 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Number of World 7<br />

Heritage sites visited Switz<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Follow in the footsteps of The<br />

Beatles on our locally guided<br />

Magical Mystery Tour<br />

• Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat cruise of<br />

stunning Loch Ness<br />

Plus\ Regional Dinners<br />

• Enjoy modern British cuisine<br />

riverside in Bristol<br />

• Traditional English roast dinner in<br />

a local pub<br />

More options<br />

While you’re in this part of the world,<br />

you can also experience Ireland<br />

with <strong>Contiki</strong>. Take a 18 day Great<br />

Britain & Ireland tour & combine the<br />

best of these regions.<br />

More on p.58-59.<br />

You choose<br />

• Edinburgh Dinner with haggis & bagpipes<br />

7<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Glasgow pp<br />

or London<br />

JuL 6 JuL 8 JuL 16 1695<br />

JuL 13 JuL 15 JuL 23 1695<br />

JuL 20 JuL 22 JuL 30 1695<br />

JuL 27 JuL 29 AuG 6 1695<br />

AuG 3 • AuG 5 AuG 13 1655<br />

AuG 10 • AuG 12 AuG 20 1655<br />

AuG 17 • AuG 19 AuG 27 1655<br />

AuG 24 AuG 26 SEP 3 1655<br />

AuG 31 SEP 2 SEP 10 1655<br />

SEP 7 SEP 9 SEP 17 1655<br />

SEP 14 SEP 16 SEP 24 1655<br />

SEP 21 SEP 23 OCT 1 1655<br />

SEP 28 SEP 30 OCT 8 1655<br />

2012<br />

JAN 5 JAN 7 JAN 14 1215<br />

FEB 2 FEB 4 FEB 11 1145<br />

MAR 1 MAR 3 MAR 10 1145<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$119. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$79.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

Want to finish in London?<br />

Add C$160 to take the train from<br />

Glasgow to London.<br />

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Ireland<br />

9 Days<br />

1 Country visited<br />

Ireland<br />

What’s included<br />

• 7 nights twin-share hotel<br />

accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 11 meals:<br />

7 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

4 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Learn about the troubled history<br />

of Belfast on a locally guided<br />

walking tour<br />

• Visit Blarney Castle & kiss the<br />

famous Stone<br />

More options<br />

While you’re in this part of the<br />

world, you can also experience<br />

Great Britain with <strong>Contiki</strong>. Take a 18<br />

day Great Britain & Ireland tour &<br />

combine the best of these regions.<br />

More on p.58-59.<br />

Belfast walking tour<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$59.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

Blarney Castle<br />

LONDONDERRY 1<br />

GIANT’S<br />

CAUSEWAY<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

BELFAST<br />

N.IRELAND<br />

GALWAY 2 DUBLIN 2<br />

CLIFFS OF MOHER<br />

BLARNEY<br />

1<br />

CORK<br />

REP. OF<br />

IRELAND<br />

1 KILKENNY<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBIR Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canda<br />

2011<br />

Dublin Dublin pp<br />

APR 1 APR 2 APR 9 1195<br />

APR 15 APR 16 APR 23 1195<br />

APR 29 APR 30 MAy 7 1195<br />

MAy 6 MAy 7 MAy 14 1225<br />

MAy 13 MAy 14 MAy 21 1225<br />

MAy 20 MAy 21 MAy 28 1255<br />

MAy 27 MAy 28 Jun 4 1255<br />

Jun 3 Jun 4 Jun 11 1255<br />

Jun 10 Jun 11 Jun 18 1255<br />

Jun 17 Jun 18 Jun 25 1255<br />

Jun 24 Jun 25 JuL 2 1255<br />

JuL 1 JuL 2 JuL 9 1285<br />

JuL 5 JuL 6 JuL 13 1285<br />

JuL 8 JuL 9 JuL 16 1285<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canda<br />

2011<br />

Dublin Dublin pp<br />

JuL 15 JuL 16 JuL 23 1285<br />

JuL 22 JuL 23 JuL 30 1285<br />

JuL 29 JuL 30 AuG 6 1285<br />

AuG 5 AuG 6 AuG 13 1255<br />

AuG 12 AuG 13 AuG 20 1255<br />

AuG 19 AuG 20 AuG 27 1255<br />

AuG 26 AuG 27 SEP 3 1255<br />

SEP 2 SEP 3 SEP 10 1255<br />

SEP 9 SEP 10 SEP 17 1255<br />

SEP 16 SEP 17 SEP 24 1255<br />

SEP 23 SEP 24 OCT 1 1255<br />

SEP 30 OCT 1 OCT 8 1255<br />

OCT 7 OCT 8 OCT 15 1255<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge.<br />

Single room supplement of C$309.<br />

Tour starts 4:30pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

Portugal<br />

Spain<br />

Scotland<br />

Ireland<br />

Wales<br />

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• Dublin Guinness Brewery Storehouse visit<br />

• Londonderry Walking tour including Bogside Murals<br />

9 Days<br />

From C$1195pp<br />

C$133/day<br />

England<br />

contiki.com/ireland<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Dublin<br />

Check-in to your hotel & this evening<br />

meet up with your Tour Manager &<br />

fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travellers. (D)<br />

Day 3: Dublin to Londonderry<br />

Discover the troubled history of Belfast then<br />

be amazed by natural rock<br />

formations of the spectacular Giant’s<br />

Causeway as we make our way to the<br />

walled city of Londonderry. (B)<br />

• See the Giant’s Causeway<br />

Day 4: Londonderry to Galway<br />

Explore Londonderry & its fascinating<br />

historical sites, before travelling south<br />

through Connacht to Galway. (B)<br />

• See the 17th century city walls of<br />

Londonderry<br />

Day 5: Galway<br />

Discover this quintessential Irish town<br />

where Gaelic is still spoken on the<br />

streets. Opt in for the chance to visit<br />

the stunning Aran Islands, 40 minutes<br />

boat ride away. (B,D)<br />

Day 6: Galway to Cork<br />

Spot the Cliffs of Moher then get the<br />

chance to kiss the famous Blarney<br />

Stone before arriving in Cork. (B,D)<br />

• Visit Blarney, home of the Blarney Stone<br />

Day 7: Cork to Kilkenny<br />

See the brightly coloured buildings<br />

of the hill-side Cobh before reaching<br />

our next stop, the charming medieval<br />

Kilkenny. (B,D)<br />

• Entrance to the Port Heritage Centre,<br />

last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic<br />

• See the Rock of Cashel<br />

• See Kilkenny Castle & St. Canice’s<br />

Cathedral<br />

COSTA BLANCA<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

• Galway Boat ride to Aran Islands<br />

• Kilkenny Guided walking tour<br />

Belgium<br />

Netherlands<br />

Day 8: Kilkenny to Dublin<br />

Dublin has so much to do & see, so<br />

France take time to explore it’s vibrant mix of<br />

thriving markets, museums, cafes & enjoy<br />

the easy-going local hospitality. (B)<br />

• See Trinity College, the Monument<br />

of Light, Parnell Square &<br />

• St. Stephen’s Green<br />

Day 9: Depart Dublin<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time<br />

to say farewell to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 9 have been designed to<br />

allow you to start & finish the tour without needing<br />

extra nights accommodation.<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

Switz<br />

Denm<br />

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Scotland <strong>Superior</strong><br />

7 Days<br />

From C$975pp<br />

C$140/day<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Edinburgh<br />

Check-in to your hotel & this evening meet<br />

your Tour Manager & fellow travellers.<br />

Day 3: Edinburgh<br />

Spend the day exploring this city, perched<br />

on top of hills, shadowed by cliffs &<br />

overlooking the sea. (B,D)<br />

Day 4: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands<br />

Stop at the original home of golf -<br />

St. Andrews, on the way to the Scottish<br />

Highlands & Loch Ness. (B,D)<br />

Day 5: Scottish Highlands to West<br />

Highlands<br />

See the stunning Isle of Skye, with its moors,<br />

mountains, lochs & sea cliffs. (B)<br />

• See the spectacular Eilean Donan Castle<br />

• Visit seaside town Portree<br />

• See Britain’s highest mountain,<br />

Ben Nevis<br />

Day 6: West Highlands to Glasgow<br />

Visit historic Stirling before arriving in lively<br />

Glasgow. After an afternoon sightseeing,<br />

immerse yourself in the famous live music<br />

scene tonight. (B)<br />

• See Stirling Castle & William Wallace<br />

Monument<br />

• See George Square & the Glasgow<br />

City Chambers<br />

Day 7: Depart Glasgow<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to<br />

say farewell to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 7 have been designed to<br />

allow you to start & finish the tour without needing<br />

extra nights accommodation.<br />

Loch Ness<br />

ISLE OF SKYE<br />

WEST<br />

HIGHLANDS<br />

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS<br />

1<br />

LOCH NESS<br />

1<br />

STIRLING<br />

GLASGOW 1<br />

SCOTLAND<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

ST. ANDREWS<br />

2 EDINBURGH<br />

When to go and how much<br />

S.Ireland<br />

Portugal<br />

N.Ireland<br />

England<br />

57<br />

Scotland<br />

7 Days<br />

1 Country visited<br />

Scotland<br />

The Palace of Holyroodhouse Edinburgh<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

contiki.com/scotland<br />

\<br />

• Edinburgh Traditional dinner with haggis & bagpipes<br />

visit contiki.com/scotland-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

Code: BBSC Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada Edinburgh Glasgow pp<br />

1<br />

What’s included<br />

• 5 nights twin-share hotel<br />

accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 7 meals:<br />

5 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

2 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Number of World 1<br />

Heritage sites NORTH visited SEA<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

Depart<br />

Canada<br />

Start Finish C$<br />

Edinburgh Glasgow pp<br />

• Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat cruise of<br />

stunning Loch Ness<br />

2011<br />

MAr 27<br />

APr 10<br />

APr 24<br />

MAy 1<br />

MAy 8<br />

MAy 15<br />

MAr 28<br />

APr 11<br />

APr 25<br />

MAy 2<br />

MAy 9<br />

MAy 16<br />

APr 2 975<br />

APr 16 975<br />

APr 30 975<br />

MAy 7 999<br />

MAy 14 999<br />

MAy 21 1025<br />

2011<br />

JuL Wales 10 JuL 11<br />

JuL 17 JuL 18<br />

JuL 24 JuL 25<br />

JuL 31 AuG 1<br />

AuG 7 • AuG 8<br />

AuG 14 • AuG 15<br />

JuL 16 1049<br />

JuL 23 1049<br />

JuL 30 1049<br />

AuG 6 1025<br />

AuG 13 1025<br />

AuG 20 1025<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$49.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

MAy 22 MAy 23 MAy 28 1025 AuG 21 • AuG 22 AuG 27 1025<br />

MAy 29<br />

JuN 5<br />

JuN 12<br />

JuN 19<br />

JuN 26<br />

JuN 30<br />

JuL 3<br />

MAy 30<br />

JuN 6<br />

JuN 13<br />

JuN 20<br />

JuN 27<br />

JuL 1<br />

JuL 4<br />

JuN 4 1025<br />

JuN 11 1025<br />

JuN 18 1025<br />

JuN 25 1025<br />

JuL 2 1025<br />

JuL 6 1049<br />

JuL 9 1049<br />

AuG 28<br />

SEP 4<br />

SEP 11<br />

SEP 18<br />

SEP 25<br />

OCT 2<br />

AuG 29<br />

SEP 5<br />

SEP 12<br />

SEP 19<br />

SEP 26<br />

OCT 3<br />

SEP 3 1025<br />

SEP 10 1025 More options<br />

SEP 17 1025ENGLISH<br />

CHANNEL<br />

SEP 24 1025<br />

While you’re in this part of the<br />

OCT 1 1025<br />

world, you can also experience<br />

OCT 8 1025<br />

the rest of Great France Britain & Ireland<br />

with <strong>Contiki</strong>. Take a 18 day Great<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We Britain & Ireland tour & combine<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways the best of these regions.<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge.<br />

Single room supplement of C$249.<br />

Tour starts 4:30pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

These tours join the Great Britain & Ireland tour on Day 5<br />

in Edinburgh.<br />

• These tours will be in Edinburgh during the Festival &<br />

Military Tattoo (tickets not included).<br />

For more ways to save ATLANTIC see p.19. OCEAN<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

More on p.58-59.<br />

Belgium<br />

ME


Great Britain<br />

& Ireland<br />

18 Days<br />

From C$2429pp<br />

C$135/day<br />

4 Countries visited<br />

England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Follow in the footsteps of The Beatles on our<br />

locally guided Magical Mystery Tour<br />

• Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat cruise of stunning Loch Ness<br />

• Learn about the troubled history of Belfast on a<br />

locally guided walking tour<br />

• Visit Blarney Castle & kiss the famous Stone<br />

Plus\ Regional Dinners<br />

• Enjoy modern British cuisine riverside in Bristol<br />

• Traditional English roast dinner in a local pub<br />

contiki.com/britain-ireland<br />

GALWAY 2<br />

CLIFFS OF MOHER<br />

BLARNEY<br />

1<br />

CORK<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/britain-ireland-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• York Evening ‘Ghost’ walk<br />

• Lake District Kayaking or Canoeing • High ropes course<br />

• Edinburgh Traditional dinner with haggis & bagpipes<br />

• Dublin Guinness Brewery Storehouse visit<br />

ISLE OF SKYE<br />

DUBLIN 2<br />

1 KILKENNY<br />

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS<br />

1<br />

LOCH NESS<br />

WEST<br />

HIGHLANDS 1<br />

SCOTLAND<br />

STIRLING<br />

GLASGOW 1<br />

ST. ANDREWS<br />

2 EDINBURGH<br />

LONDONDERRY 1<br />

GIANT’S<br />

CAUSEWAY<br />

GRETNA GREEN<br />

NORTHUMBERLAND<br />

NATIONAL PARK<br />

BELFAST<br />

LAKE 1<br />

N.IRELAND<br />

DISTRICT<br />

REP. OF<br />

IRELAND<br />

IRISH<br />

SEA<br />

1 YORK<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

HOLYHEAD<br />

WALES<br />

LIVERPOOL<br />

BATH<br />

BRISTOL 1<br />

STONEHENGE<br />

ENGLAND<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

• Londonderry Walking tour with local guide<br />

• Galway Boat ride to Aran Islands<br />

• Kilkenny Guided walking tour<br />

1 LONDON<br />

France<br />

7<br />

Netherland


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel, then free<br />

time to explore London.<br />

Day 3: London to Bristol<br />

Meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team & take a<br />

London sightseeing tour before travelling<br />

west to Bristol, via Bath. Tonight, enjoy<br />

dinner at a modern restaurant overlooking<br />

the city’s river. (D)<br />

• See the mystical boulders of<br />

Stonehenge<br />

• Visit the old Roman town of Bath<br />

Day 4: Bristol to York<br />

Visit Liverpool as we make our way through<br />

the charming Peak District to York. (B,D)<br />

• Guided walking tour of York<br />

• See York Minster & Clifford’s Tower<br />

Day 5: York to Lake District<br />

This morning we make our way to<br />

Cumbria’s gorgeous Lake District. There<br />

are plenty of optional activities to choose<br />

from like hiking & kayaking. (B)<br />

• Visit Bowness & see Lake Windermere<br />

Day 6: Lake District to Edinburgh<br />

Stop at Hadrian’s Wall & cross through<br />

the border town of Gretna Green en-route<br />

to Edinburgh. (B)<br />

• Entrance to Gretna Green 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. Combining<br />

medieval & modern its buildings are<br />

perched on top of hills, shadowed by cliffs<br />

& overlooking the sea. (B,D)<br />

Day 8: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands<br />

Stop at the original home of golf -<br />

St. Andrews, on the way to the Scottish<br />

Highlands & Loch Ness. (B,D)<br />

Day 9: Scottish Highlands to West<br />

Highlands<br />

See the stunning Isle of Skye, with its<br />

moors, mountains, lochs & sea cliffs. (B)<br />

• See the spectacular Eilean Donan<br />

Castle<br />

• Visit seaside town Portree<br />

• See Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis<br />

Day 10: West Highlands to Glasgow<br />

Visit historic Stirling before arriving in lively<br />

Glasgow. (B)<br />

• See Stirling Castle & William Wallace<br />

Monument<br />

• See George Square & the Glasgow<br />

City Chambers<br />

Day 11: Glasgow to Dublin<br />

Ferry to Northern Ireland, travelling through<br />

County Meath to Dublin. (B,D)<br />

Day 12: Dublin to Londonderry<br />

Discover the troubled history of the now<br />

redeveloped Belfast then be amazed<br />

by natural rock formations of the Giant’s<br />

Causeway. (B)<br />

• See the Giant’s Causeway<br />

Day 13: Londonderry to Galway<br />

Explore Londonderry & its fascinating<br />

historical sites, before travelling south<br />

through Connacht to Galway. (B)<br />

• See the 17th century city walls of<br />

Londonderry<br />

Day 14: Galway<br />

Discover the quintessential Irish town where<br />

Gaelic is still spoken on the streets. There’s<br />

also an option to visit the Aran Islands, 40<br />

minutes boat ride away. (B,D)<br />

Day 15: Galway to Cork<br />

Spot the Cliffs of Moher then get the<br />

chance to kiss the famous Blarney Stone<br />

before arriving in Cork. (B,D)<br />

• Visit Blarney, home of the Blarney Stone<br />

Day 16: Cork to Kilkenny<br />

See the brightly coloured buildings of<br />

portside Cobh before reaching charming<br />

Kilkenny. (B,D)<br />

• Entrance to the Port Heritage Centre,<br />

the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic<br />

• See the Rock of Cashel<br />

• See Kilkenny Castle & St. Canice’s<br />

Cathedral<br />

Day 17: Kilkenny to Dublin<br />

Return to Dublin where you can explore<br />

its thriving markets, museums, cafes &<br />

enjoy the easy-going local hospitality. (B)<br />

• See Trinity College, the Monument of<br />

Light, Parnell Square & St. Stephen’s<br />

Green<br />

Day 18: Dublin to London<br />

We ferry across the Irish Sea to Wales &<br />

travel back to London where the tour ends<br />

upon arrival. (B)<br />

The Aran Islands<br />

Kiss the Blarnery Stone<br />

Traditional pub, Dublin<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBUK Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London London pp<br />

MAR 23 MAR 25 APR 9 2429<br />

APR 6 APR 8 APR 23 2429<br />

APR 20 APR 22 MAY 7 2429<br />

APR 27 APR 29 MAY 14 2429<br />

MAY 4 MAY 6 MAY 21 2489<br />

MAY 11 MAY 13 MAY 28 2489<br />

MAY 18 MAY 20 JuN 4 2549<br />

MAY 25 MAY 27 JuN 11 2549<br />

JuN 1 JuN 3 JuN 18 2549<br />

JuN 8 JuN 10 JuN 25 2549<br />

JuN 15 JuN 17 JuL 2 2549<br />

JuN 22 JuN 24 JuL 9 2549<br />

JuN 26 JuN 28 JuL 13 2549<br />

JuN 29 JuL 1 JuL 16 2615<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London London pp<br />

JuL 6 JuL 8 JuL 23 2615<br />

JuL 13 JuL 15 JuL 30 2615<br />

JuL 20 JuL 22 AuG 6 2615<br />

JuL 27 JuL 29 AuG 13 2615<br />

AuG 3 • AuG 5 AuG 20 2549<br />

AuG 10 • AuG 12 AuG 27 2549<br />

AuG 18 • AuG 19 SEP 3 2549<br />

AuG 24 AuG 26 SEP 10 2549<br />

AuG 31 SEP 2 SEP 17 2549<br />

SEP 7 SEP 9 SEP 24 2549<br />

SEP 14 SEP 16 OCT 1 2549<br />

SEP 21 SEP 23 OCT 8 2549<br />

SEP 28 SEP 30 OCT 15 2549<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge.<br />

Single room supplement of C$649.<br />

Tour starts 7:30am & ends approx. 8:00pm.<br />

This tour is a combination tour where clients who have<br />

booked the England & Scotland section only return<br />

to London on Day 11 & those who have booked the<br />

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.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

The Royal Mile, Edinburgh The London Eye<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

59<br />

Great Britain<br />

& Ireland<br />

18 Days<br />

• 16 nights twin-share hotel<br />

accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 23 meals:<br />

15 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

8 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 7<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$125 .<br />

See p.19 for details.


60<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

London<br />

& Paris<br />

8 Days<br />

N.Ireland<br />

2 Countries visited<br />

England, France<br />

What’s included<br />

• 6 nights twin-share hotel<br />

accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<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 coach<br />

with power outlets for charging<br />

• Sightseeing tours in London & Paris<br />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 6<br />

Portugal<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Experience a famous West End<br />

musical in London<br />

• Discover mythical Stonehenge<br />

& explore beautiful Bath on our<br />

day tour<br />

• Checkout Paris from the top of<br />

the Eiffel Tower<br />

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’<br />

sighseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Guided tour of King Louis XIV’s<br />

magificent Palace of Versailles<br />

• 300kmph trip on a high speed<br />

train (Amsterdam extension only)<br />

More options<br />

S.Ireland<br />

This tour can be extended<br />

onward from Paris through to<br />

either Amsterdam or Rome.<br />

Check out p.61 for more info.<br />

Try escargot!<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Wales<br />

Scotland<br />

Buckingham Palace<br />

BATH<br />

STONEHENGE<br />

ENGLAND<br />

LONDON<br />

3<br />

DOVER<br />

CALAIS<br />

ENGLISH CHANNEL<br />

VALLEY<br />

OF THE<br />

SOMME<br />

PARIS 3 + 2<br />

VERSAILLES<br />

NORTH SEA<br />

FRANCE<br />

BELGIUM<br />

NETHER<br />

2 AMSTERDAM<br />

1<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

Germany<br />

SWITZ<br />

Denmark<br />

ITALY<br />

ROME 2<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBGE Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris pp<br />

APR 8 APR 9 APR 15 1245<br />

APR 22 APR 23 APR 29 1245<br />

MAy 6 MAy 7 MAy 13 1279<br />

MAy 13 MAy 14 MAy 20 1279<br />

MAy 20 MAy 21 MAy 27 1315<br />

MAy 27 MAy 28 JUN 3 1315<br />

JUN 3 JUN 4 JUN 10 1315<br />

JUN 10 JUN 11 JUN 17 1315<br />

JUN 17 JUN 18 JUN 24 1315<br />

JUN 24 JUN 25 JUL 1 1315<br />

JUL 1 JUL 2 JUL 8 1345<br />

JUL 8 JUL 9 JUL 15 1345<br />

Code: WWGE Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 14 OCT 15 OCT 21 1065<br />

OCT 28 OCT 29 NOV 4 1065<br />

NOV 11 NOV 12 NOV 18 1049<br />

NOV 25 NOV 26 DEC 2 1049<br />

DEC 9 DEC 10 DEC 16 1049<br />

DEC 21 DEC 22 DEC 28 1079<br />

DEC 26 DEC 27 JAN 2 1079<br />

DEC 29 DEC 30 JAN 5 1079<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge.<br />

BBGE - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$320.<br />

WWGE - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$265.<br />

Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

• Bath Guided tour of the Roman Baths<br />

• Stonehenge Audio guided tour of Stonehenge<br />

Sweden<br />

London<br />

& Paris<br />

Czech Rep<br />

Slovenia<br />

Croatia<br />

Bosnia<br />

Poland<br />

Slovakia<br />

Hungary<br />

Serbia<br />

Albania<br />

Finland<br />

Lithuania<br />

Romania<br />

Estonia<br />

Latvia<br />

Belarus<br />

Greece<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Ukraine<br />

Montenegro Bulgaria<br />

contiki.com/london-paris<br />

Macedonia<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive London<br />

Check-in to the Imperial Hotel after 2pm<br />

& the afternoon is yours to explore London.<br />

At 6pm, meet your Tour Manager &<br />

fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travellers for dinner & a stroll<br />

through Covent Garden. (D)<br />

• Walking tour to see Soho, Covent<br />

Garden & Piccadilly Circus in London’s<br />

West End<br />

Days 3-4: London<br />

Get set for a couple of action packed<br />

days in this cosmopolitan city - sightsee Egypt<br />

the city’s traditional icons, take a day<br />

trip to architecturally beautiful Bath &<br />

mysterious Stonehenge & catch a West<br />

End musical. There’s free time to shop up<br />

a storm, explore vibrant neighbourhoods,<br />

or catch a bird’s eye view of it all from the<br />

London Eye. (B)(B)<br />

• See the mystical boulders of<br />

Stonehenge<br />

• Visit the old Roman town, Bath<br />

• Experience a traditional English Pub<br />

Abbey Road, London<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/london-paris-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

6<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris pp<br />

JUL 15 JUL 16 JUL 22 1345<br />

JUL 22 JUL 23 JUL 29 1345<br />

JUL 29 JUL 30 AUG 5 1345<br />

AUG 12 AUG 13 AUG 19 1275<br />

AUG 19 AUG 20 AUG 26 1275<br />

AUG 26 AUG 27 SEP 2 1275<br />

SEP 2 SEP 3 SEP 9 1315<br />

SEP 9 SEP 10 SEP 16 1315<br />

SEP 16 SEP 17 SEP 23 1315<br />

SEP 23 SEP 24 SEP 30 1315<br />

SEP 30 OCT 1 OCT 7 1315<br />

2012<br />

JAN 13 JAN 14 JAN 20 1079<br />

JAN 27 JAN 28 FEB 3 1019<br />

FEB 24 FEB 25 MAR 2 1019<br />

MAR 2 MAR 3 MAR 9 1019<br />

MAR 16 MAR 17 MAR 23 1039<br />

8 Days<br />

From C$1019pp<br />

C$128/day<br />

Russia<br />

• Paris Cabaret show & 3 course dinner<br />

• Sightseeing Turkey tour of London<br />

• See Westminster Abbey, the Tower of<br />

London, the House of Parliament, Big<br />

Ben & the Royal Palace<br />

• 1 day Tube pass for the London<br />

Underground<br />

Day 5: London Cyprus to Paris<br />

This morning, ferry across the English<br />

Channel to France. Journey past World<br />

War I battlefields & into the glittering “City<br />

of Lights.” (B,D)<br />

• See the White Cliffs of Dover<br />

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,<br />

the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre<br />

Dame Cathedral<br />

Days 6-7: Paris<br />

Indulge in this sophisticated city for two<br />

whole days & find magic, romance<br />

& history in everything from the breezy<br />

boulevards & impressive monuments, to<br />

the great works of art & magic lights. Take<br />

a trip to the illustrious Château Versailles &<br />

opt in for a cabaret show & dinner. (B)(B)<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

Day 8: Depart Paris<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to<br />

say “au-revoir” to your new friends. (B)


London & Paris<br />

+ Paris extension<br />

10 Days<br />

From C$1215pp<br />

C$122/day<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-7: Canada to Paris<br />

Refer to London & Paris itinerary & included<br />

sightseeing on p.60.<br />

contiki.com/london-paris-plus<br />

London & Paris<br />

+ Amsterdam<br />

10 Days<br />

From C$1459pp<br />

C$146/day<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-7: Canada to Paris<br />

Refer to London & Paris itinerary & included<br />

sightseeing described on p.60.<br />

contiki.com/london-amsterdam<br />

London & Paris<br />

+ Rome<br />

11 Days<br />

From C$1649pp<br />

C$150/day<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-7: Canada to Paris<br />

Refer to London & Paris itinerary & included<br />

sightseeing described on p.60.<br />

Day 8: Paris to Rome<br />

Squeeze in some last minute sightseeing or<br />

contiki.com/london-rome<br />

Days 8-9: Paris<br />

Check out this avant-garde city for a couple<br />

more days. Using your included metro pass,<br />

shop in stylish boutiques for the hottest Parisian<br />

fashions, peruse world-renowned museums<br />

like the Louvre or the Pompidou Centre &<br />

savour delicious gourmet food. Or day trip<br />

out to a nearby attraction like Disneyland<br />

Paris, the Champagne Region, or the Monet<br />

gardens in Giverny. (B)(B)<br />

• 2 day pass on Paris metro<br />

Day 10: Depart Paris<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say<br />

“au-revoir” to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: The Paris extension section of this tour<br />

is unescorted.<br />

Days 8-9: Paris to Amsterdam<br />

Hop on the train & head to the<br />

Netherland’s free-wheeling, vibrant capital<br />

city, Amsterdam. Check out its myriad of<br />

museums, cool cafés & notoriously fun<br />

nightclubs. (B)(B)<br />

• Transfer to station & train to Amsterdam<br />

• Transfer to Amsterdam hotel<br />

• 2 day city tram pass<br />

Day 10: Depart Amsterdam<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say<br />

farewell to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: You’ll travel independently by train & will<br />

be met by a <strong>Contiki</strong> Representative in Amsterdam<br />

& transferred to your hotel. Your stay in Amsterdam<br />

is unescorted.<br />

shopping around Paris before hopping on<br />

the overnight train to Rome. (B)<br />

• Transfer to station & overnight train to Rome<br />

• Transfer to Rome hotel<br />

• 2 day pass on Rome metro<br />

Days 9-10: Rome<br />

Check-in to your hotel & use your metro<br />

pass to get out & see the ancient sights of<br />

the “Eternal City.” Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ &<br />

explore this living museum, give sophisticated<br />

Italian fashions a go & gorge on delicious<br />

gelato. (B)<br />

Day 11: Depart Rome<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say<br />

“arrivederci” to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: You’ll travel independently by train & will be<br />

met by a <strong>Contiki</strong> Representative in Rome & transferred<br />

to your hotel. Your stay in Rome is unescorted.<br />

Explore More Optionals See optionals listed on p.60 for all tours above \<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBGP Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada London Paris pp<br />

2011<br />

APR 8 APR 9 APR 17 1519<br />

APR 22 APR 23 MAY 1 1519<br />

MAY 6 MAY 7 MAY 15 1559<br />

MAY 13 MAY 14 MAY 22 1559<br />

MAY 20 MAY 21 MAY 29 1595<br />

MAY 27 MAY 28 JUN 5 1595<br />

JUN 3 JUN 4 JUN 12 1595<br />

JUN 10 JUN 11 JUN 19 1595<br />

JUN 17 JUN 18 JUN 26 1595<br />

JUN 24 JUN 25 JUL 3 1595<br />

JUL 1 JUL 2 JUL 10 1635<br />

JUL 8 JUL 9 JUL 17 1635<br />

Code: WWGP Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 14 OCT 15 OCT 23 1265<br />

OCT 28 OCT 29 NOV 6 1265<br />

NOV 11 NOV 12 NOV 20 1245<br />

NOV 25 NOV 26 DEC 4 1245<br />

DEC 9 DEC 10 DEC 18 1245<br />

DEC 21 DEC 22 DEC 30 1279<br />

DEC 26 DEC 27 JAN 4 1279<br />

DEC 29 DEC 30 JAN 7 1279<br />

BBGP - Summer 2011 Single room supplement of C$389.<br />

WWGP - Winter 2011/12 Single room supplement of C$315.<br />

Code: BBGA Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

APR 8 APR 9 APR 17 1665<br />

APR 22 APR 23 MAY 1 1665<br />

MAY 6 MAY 7 MAY 15 1699<br />

MAY 13 MAY 14 MAY 22 1699<br />

MAY 20 MAY 21 MAY 29 1749<br />

MAY 27 MAY 28 JUN 5 1749<br />

JUN 3 JUN 4 JUN 12 1749<br />

JUN 10 JUN 11 JUN 19 1749<br />

JUN 17 JUN 18 JUN 26 1749<br />

JUN 24 JUN 25 JUL 3 1749<br />

JUL 1 JUL 2 JUL 10 1789<br />

JUL 8 JUL 9 JUL 17 1789<br />

Code: WWGA Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 14 OCT 15 OCT 23 1529<br />

OCT 28 OCT 29 NOV 6 1529<br />

NOV 11 NOV 12 NOV 20 1499<br />

NOV 25 NOV 26 DEC 4 1499<br />

DEC 9 DEC 10 DEC 18 1499<br />

DEC 21 DEC 22 DEC 30 1549<br />

DEC 26 DEC 27 JAN 4 1549<br />

DEC 29 DEC 30 JAN 7 1549<br />

Code: BBGR Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Rome pp<br />

APR 8 APR 9 APR 18 1919<br />

APR 22 APR 23 MAY 2 1919<br />

MAY 6 MAY 7 MAY 16 1969<br />

MAY 13 MAY 14 MAY 23 1969<br />

MAY 20 MAY 21 MAY 30 2019<br />

MAY 27 MAY 28 JUN 6 2019<br />

JUN 3 JUN 4 JUN 13 2019<br />

JUN 10 JUN 11 JUN 20 2019<br />

JUN 17 JUN 18 JUN 27 2019<br />

JUN 24 JUN 25 JUL 4 2019<br />

JUL 1 JUL 2 JUL 11 2069<br />

JUL 8 JUL 9 JUL 18 2069<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Paris pp<br />

JUL 15 JUL 16 JUL 24 1635<br />

JUL 22 JUL 23 JUL 31 1635<br />

JUL 29 JUL 30 AUG 7 1635<br />

AUG 12 AUG 13 AUG 21 1559<br />

AUG 19 AUG 20 AUG 28 1559<br />

AUG 26 AUG 27 SEP 4 1559<br />

SEP 2 SEP 3 SEP 11 1595<br />

SEP 9 SEP 10 SEP 18 1595<br />

SEP 16 SEP 17 SEP 25 1595<br />

SEP 23 SEP 24 OCT 2 1595<br />

SEP 30 OCT 1 OCT 9 1595<br />

2012<br />

JAN 13 JAN 14 JAN 22 1279<br />

JAN 27 JAN 28 FEB 5 1215<br />

FEB 24 FEB 25 MAR 4 1215<br />

MAR 2 MAR 3 MAR 11 1215<br />

MAR 16 MAR 17 MAR 25 1235<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Ams’dam pp<br />

JUL 15 JUL 16 JUL 24 1789<br />

JUL 22 JUL 23 JUL 31 1789<br />

JUL 29 JUL 30 AUG 7 1789<br />

AUG 12 AUG 13 AUG 21 1699<br />

AUG 19 AUG 20 AUG 28 1699<br />

AUG 26 AUG 27 SEP 4 1699<br />

SEP 2 SEP 3 SEP 11 1749<br />

SEP 9 SEP 10 SEP 18 1749<br />

SEP 16 SEP 17 SEP 25 1749<br />

SEP 23 SEP 24 OCT 2 1749<br />

SEP 30 OCT 1 OCT 9 1749<br />

2012<br />

JAN 13 JAN 14 JAN 22 1549<br />

JAN 27 JAN 28 FEB 5 1459<br />

FEB 24 FEB 25 MAR 4 1459<br />

MAR 2 MAR 3 MAR 11 1459<br />

MAR 16 MAR 17 MAR 25 1489<br />

BBGA - Summer 2011Single room supplement of C$430.<br />

WWGA - Winter 2011/12 Single room supplement of C$379.<br />

Code: WWGR Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 14 OCT 15 OCT 24 1725<br />

OCT 28 OCT 29 NOV 7 1725<br />

NOV 11 NOV 12 NOV 21 1699<br />

NOV 25 NOV 26 DEC 5 1699<br />

DEC 9 DEC 10 DEC 19 1699<br />

DEC 21 DEC 22 DEC 31 1749<br />

DEC 26 DEC 27 JAN 5 1749<br />

DEC 29 DEC 30 JAN 8 1749<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

London Rome pp<br />

JUL 15 JUL 16 JUL 25 2069<br />

JUL 22 JUL 23 AUG 1 2069<br />

JUL 29 JUL 30 AUG 8 2069<br />

AUG 12 AUG 13 AUG 22 1969<br />

AUG 19 AUG 20 AUG 29 1969<br />

AUG 26 AUG 27 SEP 5 1969<br />

SEP 2 SEP 3 SEP 12 2019<br />

SEP 9 SEP 10 SEP 19 2019<br />

SEP 16 SEP 17 SEP 26 2019<br />

SEP 23 SEP 24 OCT 3 2019<br />

SEP 30 OCT 1 OCT 10 2019<br />

2012<br />

JAN 13 JAN 14 JAN 23 1749<br />

JAN 27 JAN 28 FEB 6 1649<br />

FEB 24 FEB 25 MAR 5 1649<br />

MAR 2 MAR 3 MAR 12 1649<br />

MAR 16 MAR 17 MAR 26 1685<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge.<br />

BBGR - Summer 2011 Single room supplement of C$499.<br />

WWGR - Winter 2011/12 Single room supplement of C$429.<br />

Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

The Pantheon<br />

61<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

London & Paris<br />

+ Paris, Amsterdam or<br />

Rome extensions<br />

10 or 11 Days<br />

Countries visited<br />

• Paris extension:<br />

England, France<br />

• Amsterdam extension:<br />

England, France,<br />

Belgium (in transit),<br />

Netherlands<br />

• Rome extension:<br />

England, France,<br />

Switzerland (in transit),<br />

Italy<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<br />

• Rome extension:<br />

8 nights twin-share hotel<br />

accommodation<br />

1 night train & transfer<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

All other inclusions<br />

• 10 meals:<br />

8 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 & Paris<br />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossings<br />

• Number of World 6<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

See inclusions on opposite page.


d<br />

Simply<br />

Italy<br />

Scotland<br />

13 Days<br />

Spain<br />

From C$1599pp<br />

C$123/day<br />

Wales<br />

England<br />

2 Countries visited<br />

Italy, Vatican City<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

Belgium<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.15)<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 &<br />

enjoy local Chianti & antipasti<br />

• Cruise along the stunning, colourful coastal towns<br />

of the Cinque Terra<br />

• Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri<br />

• The true Sorrento experience - a glass of<br />

Prosecco overlooking the Bay of Naples - 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 />

contiki.com/simply-italy<br />

Netherlands<br />

France<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/simply-italy-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Rome Guided tour of The Colosseum & Roman Forum<br />

• Lake Garda Cruise on the lake<br />

• Pompeii Guided tour of the ancient city<br />

Denmark<br />

Switz<br />

MILAN 1<br />

Germany<br />

LAKE GARDA<br />

Italy<br />

VERONA<br />

2 VENICE<br />

LA SPEZIA 1<br />

CINQUE TERRE 2 FLORENCE<br />

PISA<br />

CHIANTI REGION<br />

APENNINE<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

ITALY<br />

3 ROME<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

Sweden<br />

Austria<br />

POMPEII<br />

ISLE OF CAPRI<br />

Czech Rep<br />

Slovenia<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

MT. VESUVIUS<br />

2 SORRENTO<br />

Croatia<br />

• Sorrento Boat Cruise around the beautiful Isle of Capri<br />

• Florence Tuscan hills feast<br />

• Venice Gondola ride • Guided walking tour<br />

Bosnia<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

Poland<br />

Slova<br />

Hungary<br />

8<br />

Al


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Rome<br />

Check-in to your hotel & this evening<br />

meet your Tour Manager & get to know<br />

your fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travellers.<br />

Day 3: Rome to Sorrento<br />

Travel south past Naples, the home<br />

of pizza, to the beautiful resort town<br />

of Sorrento. Tonight, enjoy a drink<br />

overlooking the stunning Bay of<br />

Naples. (B)<br />

• See Mt. Vesuvius<br />

• Scenic coastal drive to Sorrento<br />

Day 4: Capri Excursion<br />

Chill out on the Isle of Capri. Be amazed<br />

at the natural beauty, stroll through the<br />

hillside town of Anacapri or sip on a café<br />

al fresco with the locals. (B,D)<br />

Day 5: Sorrento to Florence<br />

From postcard perfect Sorrento, pass<br />

through rural Umbria & Tuscany’s rolling<br />

hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance<br />

Florence. (B,D)<br />

• Local wine tasting in the Chianti region<br />

Day 6: Florence<br />

A local guide gives you the inside track<br />

on striking buildings & sacred art in one<br />

of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later<br />

on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 7: Florence to La Spezia<br />

Stop & check out Pisa’s famous<br />

architectural wonder & then watch locals<br />

fishing along the shores. Indulge in tasty<br />

local food & wine & pick up some rare<br />

souvenirs in the seaside setting of the<br />

Cinque Terre. (B)<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

• Visit Monterosso, Portovenere along the<br />

Cinque Terre<br />

• Cruise (weather permitting) & train along<br />

the scenic coast<br />

The Colosseum, Rome<br />

Day 8: La Spezia to Milan<br />

Leave the beauty of the Cinque Terre<br />

region behind & head to the capital of<br />

fashion, Milan! (B,D)<br />

• See the Duomo, the Galleria Vittorio<br />

Emanuele II & La Scala Opera House<br />

in Milan<br />

Day 9: Milan to Venice<br />

Follow the route of the Romans to the<br />

lakeside resort of Sirmione. Later,<br />

profess your love in Romeo & Juliet’s<br />

home of Verona before arriving in fairytale<br />

Venice. (B)<br />

• Visit Sirmione on Lake Garda<br />

• See Juliet’s Balcony & the Roman Arena<br />

in Verona<br />

Day 10: Venice<br />

Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight<br />

alleyways & canals to find grand squares,<br />

art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops,<br />

bars & markets. An optional gondola ride<br />

is a must! (B)<br />

• Private motorboat to the historic islands<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

• Murano glass-blowing demonstration<br />

Day 11: Venice to Rome<br />

Leave enchanting Venice & criss-cross<br />

the Apennine Mountains on the road to<br />

Rome. (B,D)<br />

• See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />

Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum<br />

& Roman Forum<br />

Day 12: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”<br />

& explore this living museum of history.<br />

Get a feeling for Imperial Rome’s glory on<br />

an optional tour of the Roman Forum &<br />

Colosseum. (B)<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in the<br />

Vatican City<br />

Day 13: Depart Rome<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s<br />

time to say “arrivederci” to your new<br />

friends. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 13 have been designed to<br />

allow you to start & finish the tour without needing<br />

extra nights accommodation.<br />

Ponte Vecchio, Florence<br />

Sorrento<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBSY Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Rome Rome pp<br />

APR 9 APR 10 APR 21 1859<br />

APR 23 APR 24 MAY 5 1859<br />

APR 30 MAY 1 MAY 12 1899<br />

MAY 7 MAY 8 MAY 19 1899<br />

MAY 14 MAY 15 MAY 26 1955<br />

MAY 21 MAY 22 JUN 2 1955<br />

MAY 28 MAY 29 JUN 9 1955<br />

JUN 4 JUN 5 JUN 16 1955<br />

JUN 11 JUN 12 JUN 23 1955<br />

JUN 18 JUN 19 JUN 30 1955<br />

JUN 25 JUN 26 JUL 7 1955<br />

JUL 2 JUL 3 JUL 14 1985<br />

JUL 9 JUL 10 JUL 21 1985<br />

Code: WWSY Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 16 OCT 17 OCT 28 1685<br />

NOV 6 NOV 7 NOV 18 1659<br />

NOV 20 NOV 21 DEC 2 1659<br />

DEC 4 DEC 5 DEC 16 1659<br />

DEC 18 DEC 19 DEC 30 1699<br />

DEC 23 DEC 24 JAN 4 1699<br />

DEC 27 DEC 28 JAN 8 1699<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Rome Rome pp<br />

JUL 12 JUL 13 JUL 24 1985<br />

JUL 16 JUL 17 JUL 28 1985<br />

JUL 23 JUL 24 AUG 4 1985<br />

JUL 30 JUL 31 AUG 11 1985<br />

AUG 6 AUG 7 AUG 18 1955<br />

AUG 13 AUG 14 AUG 25 1899<br />

AUG 27 AUG 28 SEP 8 1899<br />

SEP 3 SEP 4 SEP 15 1955<br />

SEP 10 SEP 11 SEP 22 1955<br />

SEP 17 SEP 18 SEP 29 1955<br />

SEP 24 SEP 25 OCT 6 1955<br />

OCT 1 OCT 2 OCT 13 1859<br />

2012<br />

JAN 1 JAN 2 JAN 13 1699<br />

JAN 15 JAN 16 JAN 27 1699<br />

FEB 5 FEB 6 FEB 17 1599<br />

MAR 4 MAR 5 MAR 16 1599<br />

MAR 18 MAR 19 MAR 30 1645<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBSY - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$585.<br />

WWSY - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$595.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

63<br />

Simply Italy<br />

13 Days<br />

• 11 nights twin or triple-share<br />

hotel accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 15 meals:<br />

11 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

4 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<br />

• Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />

• Sightseeing tours of all major<br />

cities plus orientations in all<br />

other destinations<br />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Number of World 8<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Mix Match<br />

Pisa<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$169. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$95.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

Combine this trip with another<br />

tour & double your fun!<br />

You’ll also save C$100 with our<br />

multi tour discount.<br />

See p.19.<br />

Fly to Athens & connect with<br />

the ‘Greek Island Hopping’ tour<br />

detailed on p.82-83.<br />

Use low-cost airlines with these<br />

tours. See p.52


nd<br />

Italian<br />

Espresso<br />

Scotland<br />

9 Days<br />

From C$1175pp<br />

C$131/day<br />

Wales<br />

Spain<br />

England<br />

2 Countries visited<br />

Italy, Vatican City<br />

GO<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

Belgium<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Discover The Statue of David, the Ponte Vecchio,<br />

Medici Palace & much more on our locally Croatia<br />

guided walking tour.<br />

• A guided tour of a 16th Century Tuscan castle &<br />

enjoy local Chianti & antipasti<br />

• Locally guided tours of the Sistine Chapel, St<br />

Peter’s Basilica & art of the Vatican.<br />

• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice<br />

Plus\ Regional Dinners<br />

• Learn to make pizza Italian-style from the locals<br />

• Dine on regional specialities in local trattorias<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

contiki.com/espresso<br />

Netherlands<br />

France<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/espresso-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Rome Guided tour & entry to The Colosseum &<br />

Roman Forum • Roman dinner<br />

• Florence Nightclub entry & 1 drink • Delicious Tuscan<br />

feast with Chianti wine<br />

Denmark<br />

Switz<br />

Germany<br />

Italy<br />

PISA<br />

CHIANTI<br />

REGION<br />

SAN<br />

GIMIGNANO<br />

VENICE<br />

2<br />

3 FLORENCE<br />

APENNINE<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

Sweden<br />

Austria<br />

ITALY<br />

2 ROME<br />

Czech Rep<br />

Slovenia<br />

ADRIATIC<br />

SEA<br />

Croatia<br />

• Venice Gondola ride • Venetian dinner with regional wines<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

Poland<br />

5<br />

Hungary<br />

Bosnia<br />

Slovakia<br />

Alb


Going local in Rome<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Rome<br />

Check-in to your hotel & this evening meet<br />

your Tour Manager & get to know your<br />

fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travellers. Then it’s time to hit<br />

the streets for some sightseeing of Italy’s<br />

ancient capital city.<br />

• See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />

Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum<br />

& Roman Forum<br />

Day 3: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”<br />

& explore this living museum. Get<br />

a feeling for Imperial Rome’s glory on<br />

an optional tour of the Roman Forum<br />

& Colosseum. (B,D)<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City<br />

Day 4: Rome to Florence<br />

Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills<br />

& terraced vineyards to Renaissance<br />

Florence. A local guide gives you the<br />

inside track on the city’s striking buildings<br />

& sacred art. (B,D)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria in Florence<br />

Day 5: Florence<br />

Uncover the amazing masterpieces<br />

of Michelangelo’s home, Florence.<br />

Also, shop along the Ponte Vecchio or<br />

Florence<br />

wrap your lips around some fine<br />

Tuscan cuisine before hitting up<br />

the Florentine nightlife. (B)<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 6: Florence<br />

Enjoy a day trip out to the hills of the<br />

rustic Chianti region for a wine tasting<br />

& a stop in medieval San Gimignano -<br />

the quintessential Tuscan town. (B)<br />

Day 7: Florence to Venice<br />

Roll through the Tuscan hillside, stopping<br />

in Pisa to check out its architectural<br />

wonder, the Leaning Tower. Snake<br />

through the Apennine Mountains to<br />

fairytale Venice. (B,D)<br />

Day 8: Venice<br />

Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight<br />

alleyways & canals to find grand squares,<br />

art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops,<br />

bars & markets. A gondola ride optional is<br />

a must! (B)<br />

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’<br />

Palace & St. Mark’s Square<br />

• Murano glass-blowing demonstration<br />

Day 9: Depart Venice/Rome<br />

The tour ends after breakfast in Venice &<br />

it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new<br />

friends. Or if you prefer, catch a free<br />

transfer back to Rome where your tour<br />

ends upon arrival. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 9 (ending in Venice) have<br />

been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour<br />

without needing extra nights accommodation.<br />

Venice<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBHI Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Rome Venice<br />

or Rome<br />

pp<br />

APR 8 APR 9 APR 16 1265<br />

APR 29 APR 30 MAy 7 1265<br />

MAy 13 MAy 14 MAy 21 1299<br />

MAy 20 MAy 21 MAy 28 1329<br />

MAy 27 MAy 28 JUN 4 1329<br />

JUN 3 JUN 4 JUN 11 1329<br />

JUN 17 JUN 18 JUN 25 1329<br />

JUN 24 JUN 25 JUL 2 1329<br />

JUL 1 JUL 2 JUL 9 1349<br />

JUL 8 JUL 9 JUL 16 1349<br />

Code: WWHI Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 21 OCT 22 OCT 29 1229<br />

NOV 11 NOV 12 NOV 19 1215<br />

NOV 25 NOV 26 DEC 3 1215<br />

DEC 9 DEC 10 DEC 17 1215<br />

DEC 16 DEC 17 DEC 24 1249<br />

DEC 22 DEC 23 DEC 30 1249<br />

DEC 27 DEC 28 JAN 4 1249<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Rome Venice<br />

or Rome<br />

pp<br />

JUL 15 JUL 16 JUL 23 1349<br />

JUL 22 JUL 23 JUL 30 1349<br />

JUL 29 JUL 30 AUG 6 1349<br />

AUG 5 AUG 6 AUG 13 1329<br />

AUG 19 AUG 20 AUG 27 1299<br />

SEP 2 SEP 3 SEP 10 1329<br />

SEP 9 SEP 10 SEP 17 1329<br />

SEP 16 SEP 17 SEP 24 1329<br />

SEP 23 SEP 24 OCT 1 1329<br />

SEP 30 OCT 1 OCT 8 1265<br />

2012<br />

JAN 6 JAN 7 JAN 14 1249<br />

JAN 20 JAN 21 JAN 28 1175<br />

FEB 24 FEB 25 MAR 3 1175<br />

MAR 2 MAR 3 MAR 10 1175<br />

MAR 16 MAR 17 MAR 24 1199<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBHI - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$395.<br />

WWHI - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$455.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am in Venice or<br />

approx 6:00pm in Rome.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

65<br />

Italian<br />

Espresso<br />

9 Days<br />

• 7 nights twin or triple-share<br />

hotel accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 10 meals:<br />

7 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

3 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<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 />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Number of World 5<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Mix Match<br />

Combine this trip with another<br />

tour & double your fun!<br />

Fly to Athens & connect with<br />

the ‘Greek Island Hopping’ tour<br />

detailed on p.82-83 or connect<br />

with the ‘Spotlight on Greece’ tour<br />

detailed on p.84-85.<br />

Alternatively, fly to Berlin &<br />

connect with the ‘Eastern Road’<br />

tour detailed on p.78-79.<br />

Use low-cost airlines with these<br />

tours. See p.52.<br />

You choose<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$119. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$65.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

You can end your tour in either<br />

Venice or Rome.


ce<br />

66<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Switz<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

Mediterranean<br />

Trail<br />

11 Days<br />

3 Countries visited<br />

Italy, Vatican City, Greece<br />

What’s included<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.26-27)<br />

• 12 meals:<br />

9 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

3 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<br />

• Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />

• Sightseeing tours of all major<br />

cities plus orientations in all<br />

other destinations<br />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossing<br />

• Number of World 5<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing<br />

tour (see p.15)<br />

• Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri<br />

• Locally guided tours of the Sistine<br />

Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica & art of<br />

the Vatican<br />

• Learn about the birthplace of<br />

modern society on a guided tour<br />

of Athens & the Acropolis<br />

Plus\ Regional Dinners<br />

• Learn to make pizza Italian-style<br />

from the locals<br />

Mix Match<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$85.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

Combine this trip with another<br />

tour & double your fun!<br />

You’ll also save C$100 with our<br />

multi tour discount. See p.19.<br />

Add the ‘Greek Island Hopping’<br />

tour detailed on p.82-83 or<br />

connect with the ‘Spotlight on<br />

Greece’ tour detailed on p.84-85.<br />

Alternatively, fly to Cairo &<br />

connect with the ‘Egypt’ tour<br />

detailed on p.72-73.<br />

Use low-cost airlines with these<br />

tours. See p.52.<br />

Mediterranean<br />

Austria<br />

Hungary<br />

Trail Slovenia<br />

Romania<br />

Croatia 11 Days<br />

From C$1639pp<br />

Bosnia<br />

ITALY<br />

2 ROME<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

POMPEII<br />

ISLE OF CAPRI<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

2<br />

SORRENTO<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Rome<br />

Check-in to your hotel & this evening meet your<br />

Tour Manager & get to know your fellow <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

travellers over dinner.<br />

Day 3: Rome<br />

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” &<br />

explore this living museum of history. Get a<br />

feeling for Imperial Rome’s glory on an optional<br />

tour of the Roman Forum & Colosseum. (B)<br />

• See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon,<br />

Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City<br />

Day 4: Rome to Sorrento<br />

Travel south past Naples, the home of pizza, to<br />

the beautiful resort town of Sorrento. Tonight, a<br />

chance for dinner on a terrace overlooking the<br />

Bay of Naples with a view of Mt. Vesuvius. (B,D)<br />

• See the Bay of Naples & Mt. Vesuvius<br />

Day 5: Capri Excursion<br />

Chill out on the Isle of Capri. Be amazed<br />

at the natural beauty, stroll through the hillside<br />

town of Anacapri or sip on a café al fresco<br />

with the locals. (B)<br />

Day 6: Sorrento to Corfu<br />

Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius<br />

& opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins.<br />

Then cross Italy & board the overnight ferry<br />

to Greece. (B)<br />

• Scenic drive along the coast<br />

Days 7-8: Corfu<br />

Kick back & relax, get into the water sports,<br />

shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island<br />

paradise. (B)(B,D)<br />

• See the Venetian fortress in Corfu’s<br />

old town<br />

contiki.com/<br />

trail<br />

BRINDISI<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

1<br />

Albania<br />

CORFU 2<br />

GREECE<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

2 ATHENS<br />

Day 9: Corfu to Athens<br />

Leave the island & travel across<br />

the impressive Corinth Canal en-route<br />

to the mythological city of Athens. (B,D)<br />

Day 10: Athens<br />

Sightsee the ancient wonders & feel the gritty<br />

urban soul of this bustling city. (B)<br />

• See the first modern Olympic Stadium<br />

Day 11: Depart Athens<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say<br />

farewell to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 11 have been designed to<br />

allow you to start & finish the tour without needing<br />

extra nights accommodation.<br />

Corfu<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/trail-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Rome Locally guided tour of The Colosseum & Roman Forum<br />

• Pompeii Entry fee & guided tour of the ancient city<br />

• Corfu Watersports including parasailing, waterskiing & tube riding<br />

• Athens Traditional taverna meal in the Plaka<br />

C$149/day<br />

5<br />

The Roman Forum<br />

Greek dancers<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

Turkey<br />

2011<br />

MAy 10 MAy 11 MAy 20 1639<br />

MAy 24 MAy 25 JuN 3 1685<br />

MAy 31 JuN 1 JuN 10 1685<br />

JuN 7 JuN 8 JuN 17 1685<br />

JuN 14 JuN 15 JuN 24 1685<br />

JuN 21 JuN 22 JuL 1 1685<br />

JuN 28 JuN 29 JuL 8 1685<br />

JuL 5 EGYPT JuL 6<br />

JuL 12 JuL 13<br />

JuL<br />

JuL<br />

15 1715<br />

22 1715<br />

Cyprus<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBGG Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada Rome Athens pp<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Rome Athens pp<br />

JuL 19 JuL 20 JuL 29 1715<br />

JuL 26 JuL 27 AuG 5 1715<br />

AuG 2 AuG 3 AuG 12 1685<br />

AuG 9 AuG 10 AuG 19 1639<br />

AuG 16 AuG 17 AuG 26 1639<br />

AuG 23 AuG 24 SEP 2 1639<br />

AuG 30 AuG 31 SEP 9 1685<br />

SEP 6 SEP 7 SEP 16 1685<br />

SEP 13 SEP 14 SEP 23 1685<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single room supplement of C$415 & triple-share<br />

reduction of 5% available based on twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

Plus optional activities for the 3 & 7 day Greek Island Cruise options<br />

& 7 day Eastern Med Cruise option: see p.84 & 87


Serbia<br />

Montenegro<br />

Finland<br />

Bulgaria<br />

Mediterranean Trail<br />

Macedonia<br />

+3 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

Albania<br />

Finland<br />

14 Days (METCG3)<br />

Norway<br />

C$140/day Sweden<br />

Estonia<br />

Estonia AEGEAN SEA<br />

Russia<br />

CORINTH GREECE<br />

CANAL<br />

TURKEY<br />

ATHENS<br />

Sweden<br />

Plus port taxes & gratuities of C$139<br />

Denmark<br />

Latvia<br />

KUSADASI<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Lithuania<br />

MYKONOS<br />

PATMOS<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-10: Canada to Athens<br />

Latvia<br />

SANTORINI<br />

See Mediterranean Trail itinerary on p.66.<br />

Belarus<br />

Days 11-14: 3 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

Netherlands<br />

See days 6-9 of Spotlight on Greece Poland + 3 day Lithuania<br />

CRETE<br />

Belgium<br />

Greek Germany Island Cruise itinerary on p.85.<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

contiki.com/trail3<br />

Czech Rep<br />

Slovakia<br />

Ukraine<br />

Austria<br />

Belarus<br />

Switz<br />

Hungary Mediterranean Slovenia<br />

Romania Trail<br />

Croatia<br />

Italy<br />

Bosnia<br />

Poland<br />

+7 day Eastern Med Cruise<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

18 Days (METCR7)<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Czech Rep<br />

Austria<br />

From C$1959pp<br />

Slovakia<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

Albania<br />

From C$2755pp<br />

C$154/day<br />

Plus port taxes & gratuities of C$355<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-10: Canada Hungary to Athens<br />

See Mediterranean Trail itinerary on p.66.<br />

Days 11-18: 7 day Eastern Med Cruise<br />

Slovenia<br />

See days 3-10 of Eastern Mediterranean<br />

Cruising itinerary on p.88.<br />

Croatia<br />

contiki.com/med7<br />

GREECE<br />

Bulgaria<br />

ATHENS<br />

CRETE<br />

MYKONOS<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Romania<br />

GREECE<br />

ATHENS<br />

ISTANBUL<br />

MYKONOS<br />

SANTORINI<br />

CRETE<br />

EGYPT<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

TURKEY<br />

AEGEAN SEA<br />

ALEXANDRIA<br />

GIZA<br />

PATMOS<br />

Ukraine<br />

Egypt<br />

PORT SAID<br />

CAIRO<br />

Cyprus<br />

ISTANBUL<br />

KUSADASI<br />

ASHDOD<br />

JERUSALEM<br />

ISRAEL<br />

Bosnia<br />

RED SEA<br />

Mediterranean Serbia Trail<br />

Montenegro<br />

+7 day Greek Island Bulgaria Cruise BLACK SEA<br />

Macedonia<br />

18 Days (METCG7)<br />

From C$2429pp<br />

C$135/day<br />

Plus port taxes & gratuities of C$355<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-10: Canada to Athens IONIAN SEA<br />

See Mediterranean Trail itinerary on p.66.<br />

Days 11-18: 7 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

See days 3-10 of Golden Fleece Cruise<br />

itinerary on p.87.<br />

contiki.com/trail7<br />

TURKEY<br />

RHODES<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: METCG3 Summer 2011<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada Rome Athens C$ pp C$ pp Canada Rome Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

2011<br />

MAy 10 MAy 11 MAy 23 2065 1959 Jul 19 Jul 20 AuG 1 2169 2059<br />

MAy 24 MAy 25 JuN 6 2115 1999 Jul 26 Jul 27 AuG 8 2169 2059<br />

MAy 31 JuN 1 JuN 13 2115 1999 AuG 2 AuG 3 AuG 15 2115 1999<br />

JuN 7 JuN 8 JuN 20 2115 1999 AuG 9 AuG 10 AuG 22 2065 1959<br />

JuN 14 JuN 15 JuN 27 2115 1999 AuG 16 AuG 17 AuG 29 2065 1959<br />

JuN 21 JuN 22 Jul 4 2115 1999 AuG 23 AuG 24 SEP 5 2065 1959<br />

JuN 28 JuN 29 Jul 11 2115 1999 AuG 30 AuG 31 SEP 12 2115 1999<br />

Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 18 2169 2059 SEP 6 SEP 7 SEP 19 2115 1999<br />

Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 25 2169 2059 SEP 13 SEP 14 SEP 26 2115 1999<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with Russia all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. Triple-share<br />

reduction of 5% available based on twin-share price.<br />

If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate<br />

at no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

Single inside cabin supplement add C$495.<br />

Single outside cabin supplement add C$525.<br />

Port taxes & gratuities add C$139.<br />

Tour starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am.<br />

If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be multi-entry.<br />

Note: Days 2 & 14 have been Cyprus designed to allow you to start<br />

& finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options<br />

see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: METCR7 Summer 2011<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada Rome Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

MAy 10 MAy 11 MAy 27 2989 2755<br />

MAy 24 MAy 25 JuN 10 3065 2825<br />

JuN 7 JuN 8 JuN 24 3065 2825<br />

JuN 21 JuN 22 Jul 8 3065 2825<br />

Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 22 3139 2895<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.<br />

If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate<br />

at no extra charge.<br />

Single inside cabin supplement add C$699.<br />

Single outside cabin supplement add C$759.<br />

Port taxes & gratuities add C$355.<br />

Tour starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am.<br />

If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be multi-entry.<br />

Note: Days 2 & 18 have been designed to allow you to start<br />

& finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options<br />

see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: METCG7 Summer 2011<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada Rome Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

MAy 31 JuN 1 JuN 17 2719 2489<br />

JuN 14 JuN 15 Jul 1 2719 2489<br />

Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 29 2785 2549<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your <strong>Contiki</strong><br />

reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.<br />

IIf you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate<br />

at no extra charge.<br />

Single inside cabin supplement add C$615.<br />

Single outside cabin supplement add C$675.<br />

Port taxes & gratuities add C$355.<br />

Tour starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am.<br />

If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be multi-entry.<br />

Note: Days 1 & 25 have been designed to allow you to start<br />

& finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options<br />

see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

Cyprus<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada Rome Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

Jul 19 Jul 20 AuG 5 3139 2895<br />

AuG 2 AuG 3 AuG 19 3065 2825<br />

AuG 16 AuG 17 SEP 2 2989 2755<br />

AuG 30 AuG 31 SEP 16 3065 2825<br />

SEP 13 SEP 14 SEP 30 3065 2825<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada Rome Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

Jul 26 Jul 27 AuG 12 2785 2549<br />

AuG 9 AuG 10 AuG 26 2649 2429<br />

67<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

Mediterranean Trail<br />

+3 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

14 Days<br />

4 Countries visited<br />

Italy, Vatican City,<br />

Greece, Turkey<br />

What’s included<br />

• 12 nights accom/24 Meals<br />

• See web for full list of inclusions<br />

• Number of World<br />

6<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Save More Money. Pay 6<br />

months in advance save<br />

C$85. See p.19 for details.<br />

Mediterranean Trail<br />

+7 day Eastern Med Cruise<br />

18 Days<br />

6 Countries visited<br />

Italy, Vatican City, Greece,<br />

Turkey, Israel, Egypt<br />

What’s included<br />

• 16 nights accom/40 Meals<br />

• See web for full list of inclusions<br />

• Number of World<br />

7<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Save More Money. Pay 6<br />

months in advance save<br />

C$85. See p.19 for details.<br />

Mediterranean Trail<br />

+7 day Greek Island Cruise<br />

18 Days<br />

4 Countries visited<br />

Italy, Vatican City,<br />

Greece, Turkey<br />

What’s included<br />

• 16 nights accom/40 Meals<br />

• See web for full list of inclusions<br />

• Number of World<br />

8<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Save More Money. Pay 6<br />

months in advance save<br />

C$85. See p.19 for details.


Mediterranean<br />

Highlights<br />

14 Days<br />

From C$1685pp<br />

C$121/day<br />

5 Countries visited<br />

Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.15)<br />

• Discover The Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio &<br />

Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour<br />

• Cruise along the stunning, colourful coastal towns<br />

of the Cinque Terra<br />

• Locally guided tours of the Sistine Chapel, St<br />

Peter’s Basilica & art of the Vatican<br />

• Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal family on<br />

our locally guided tour<br />

Plus\ Regional Dinners<br />

• A feast for a king - local tapas dishes in this<br />

famous Barcelona restaurant<br />

• Dine like the locals in a French bistro<br />

• Learn to make pizza Italian-style in Rome<br />

contiki.com/med-highlights<br />

S.Ireland<br />

N.Ireland<br />

Portugal<br />

Scotland<br />

Wales<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

ZARAGOZA<br />

2 MADRID<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/med-highlights-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Barcelona Flamenco dance show<br />

• French Riviera Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco<br />

SPAIN<br />

England<br />

PYRENEES<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

FRANCE<br />

Belgium<br />

1 AVIGNON<br />

AIX-EN-<br />

PROVENCE<br />

2<br />

BARCELONA<br />

Netherlands<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

Switz<br />

CINQUE TERRE<br />

MONACO<br />

2<br />

FRENCH<br />

RIVIERA<br />

Denmark<br />

Germany<br />

SAN<br />

GIMIGNANO<br />

VATICAN CITY<br />

Sweden<br />

Czech Rep<br />

Austria<br />

2 ROME<br />

ADRIATIC SEA<br />

IONIAN SEA<br />

Poland<br />

Hungary<br />

Slovenia<br />

ITALY<br />

Croatia<br />

PISA/ITALIAN RIVIERA<br />

1 2 FLORENCE<br />

Bosnia<br />

• Florence Nightclub entry & 1 drink<br />

• Rome Locally guided tour of The Colosseum & Roman Forum<br />

6<br />

Serbi<br />

Mac<br />

Albania<br />

Gr


Start Madrid option<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Madrid<br />

Check-in to your hotel & then the afternoon is<br />

yours to explore. This evening meet your Tour<br />

Manager & fellow travellers for dinner. (D)<br />

Day 3: Madrid<br />

Get hooked on the Spanish capital’s<br />

spontaneous lifestyle that blends<br />

traditional culture with new vitality. (B)<br />

Day 4: Madrid to Barcelona<br />

Stop in the baroque Zaragoza for lunch<br />

before heading towards Barcelona. (B,D)<br />

• See Zaragoza’s monumental cathedral<br />

Day 5: Barcelona<br />

This sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing<br />

tour - it’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun! (B)<br />

• See Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia & the 1992<br />

Olympic Games complex<br />

• Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La<br />

Rambla district<br />

Day 6: Barcelona to Avignon<br />

Travel through the charming Provence region<br />

to graceful Avignon. (B)<br />

• See the Papal Palace<br />

Day 7: Avignon to French Riviera<br />

Stop in Aix-en-Provence, then it’s on to<br />

the glamorous French Riviera.<br />

Tonight Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B)<br />

• See the Cours Mirabelle in Aix-en-Provence<br />

• Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

• Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace<br />

• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />

Day 8: French Riviera<br />

Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor<br />

Start Rome option<br />

Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Rome<br />

Check-in to your hotel & then the afternoon is<br />

yours to explore. This evening meet your Tour<br />

Manager & fellow <strong>Contiki</strong> travellers. (D)<br />

Day 3: Rome<br />

Visit the Sistine Chapel & tap into<br />

‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”. (B)<br />

• See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />

Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum &<br />

Roman Forum<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City<br />

Day 4: Rome to Florence<br />

Enjoy a break in medieval San Gimignano.<br />

Then get back on the road to Renaissance<br />

Florence. (B)<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 5: Florence<br />

Get the inside track on striking buildings<br />

& sacred art in this atmospheric city. (B)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

Day 6: Florence to Italian Riviera<br />

Check out the Leaning Tower of Pisa, then<br />

enter the unspoiled Cinque Terre region. (B)<br />

• Visit the towns of Monterosso, Portovenere<br />

& La Spezia<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

Day 7: Italian Riviera to French Riviera<br />

Explore colourful cliff-side villages before<br />

heading to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D)<br />

Day 8: French Riviera<br />

Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor<br />

markets, shop upscale boutiques & sun<br />

markets, shop upscale boutiques & sun<br />

worship on the beach. (B,D)<br />

Day 9: French Riviera to Pisa<br />

Enter the Cinque Terre region & explore<br />

the colourful cliff-side villages, before<br />

reaching Pisa. (B)<br />

• Visit the towns of Monterosso, Portovenere<br />

& La Spezia<br />

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

Day 10: Pisa to Florence<br />

Check out the Leaning Tower of Pisa<br />

& roll through Tuscany to Renaissance<br />

Florence. (B)<br />

• Florentine leather craft demonstration<br />

Day 11: Florence<br />

A local guide gives you the inside track<br />

on striking buildings & sacred art in this<br />

atmospheric city. (B)<br />

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,<br />

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza<br />

della Signoria<br />

Day 12: Florence to Rome<br />

Enjoy a break in medieval San Gimignano.<br />

Then pass through rural Umbria on the road<br />

to Rome. (B,D)<br />

Day 13: Rome<br />

Visit the Sistine Chapel, then tap into ‘La<br />

Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this<br />

living museum of history. (B)<br />

• See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,<br />

Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum &<br />

Roman Forum<br />

• See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City<br />

Day 14: Depart Rome<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to<br />

say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 14 have been designed to<br />

allow you to start & finish the tour without needing<br />

extra nights accommodation.<br />

worship on the beach. Later it’s Monaco &<br />

Monte Carlo! (B)<br />

• Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace<br />

• Visit a Monte Carlo casino<br />

Day 9: French Riviera to Avignon<br />

Through charming Provence, break for<br />

lunch in Aix-en-Provence, then continue on<br />

to graceful Avignon. (B)<br />

• Visit a French perfumery<br />

• Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur<br />

• See the Cours Mirabelle in Aix-en-Provence<br />

• See the Papal Palace in Avignon<br />

Day 10: Avignon to Barcelona<br />

Wind along the Mediterranean coast<br />

past the Pyrénées Mountains to vibrant<br />

Barcelona. (B,D)<br />

Day 11: Barcelona<br />

See why this sexy city sizzles on our included<br />

sightseeing tour. It’s a mix of food, fiesta,<br />

fashion & fun. (B)<br />

• See Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia & the 1992<br />

Olympic Games complex<br />

• Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La<br />

Rambla district<br />

Day 12: Barcelona to Madrid<br />

See the baroque Zaragoza with a lunch stop<br />

as we head to buzzing Madrid. (B,D)<br />

• See Zaragoza’s monumental cathedral<br />

Day 13: Madrid<br />

Get hooked on the Spanish capital’s<br />

spontaneous lifestyle that blends<br />

traditional culture with new vitality. (B)<br />

Day 14: Depart Madrid<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time<br />

to say farewell to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 14 have been designed to<br />

allow you to start & finish the tour without needing<br />

extra nights accommodation.<br />

Cruise the Cinque Terre<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBMD Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Madrid Rome pp<br />

MAy 20 MAy 21 JUN 2 2195<br />

JUN 3 JUN 4 JUN 16 2195<br />

JUN 17 JUN 18 JUN 30 2195<br />

JUL 1 JUL 2 JUL 14 2249<br />

JUL 8 JUL 9 JUL 21 2249<br />

JUL 15 JUL 16 JUL 28 2249<br />

JUL 22 JUL 23 AUG 4 2249<br />

Code: WWMD Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 28 OCT 29 NOV 10 1765<br />

DEC 2 DEC 3 DEC 15 1735<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBMD - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$725.<br />

WWMD - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$655.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBDM Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Rome Madrid pp<br />

MAy 8 MAy 9 MAy 21 2035<br />

MAy 22 MAy 23 JUN 4 2085<br />

JUN 5 JUN 6 JUN 18 2085<br />

JUN 19 JUN 20 JUL 2 2085<br />

JUN 26 JUN 27 JUL 9 2085<br />

JUL 3 JUL 4 JUL 16 2135<br />

JUL 10 JUL 11 JUL 23 2135<br />

Code: WWDM Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 16 OCT 17 OCT 29 1765<br />

NOV 20 NOV 21 DEC 3 1739<br />

DEC 26 DEC 27 JAN 8 1789<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Madrid Rome pp<br />

JUL 29 JUL 30 AUG 11 2249<br />

AUG 5 AUG 6 AUG 18 2195<br />

AUG 12 AUG 13 AUG 25 2049<br />

AUG 26 AUG 27 SEP 8 2049<br />

SEP 9 SEP 10 SEP 22 2195<br />

SEP 23 SEP 24 OCT 6 2195<br />

2012<br />

JAN 7 JAN 8 JAN 20 1789<br />

MAR 2 MAR 3 MAR 15 1685<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Rome Madrid pp<br />

JUL 17 JUL 18 JUL 30 2135<br />

JUL 24 JUL 25 AUG 6 2135<br />

JUL 31 AUG 1 AUG 13 2085<br />

AUG 14 AUG 15 AUG 27 2035<br />

AUG 28 AUG 29 SEP 10 2085<br />

SEP 11 SEP 12 SEP 24 2085<br />

2012<br />

FEB 19 FEB 20 MAR 3 1685<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBDM - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$725.<br />

WWDM - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$655.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

69<br />

Mediterranean<br />

Highlights<br />

14 Days<br />

• 12 nights twin or triple-share<br />

hotel accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 16 meals:<br />

12 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

4 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<br />

• Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />

• Sightseeing tours of all major<br />

cities plus orientations in all<br />

other destinations<br />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Number of World 6<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

You choose<br />

Travel from Madrid to Rome or<br />

Rome to Madrid.<br />

This tour operates in both<br />

directions.<br />

Paella, Barcelona<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$175. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$109.<br />

See p.19 for details.


Spanish<br />

Spree<br />

15 Days<br />

From C$1625pp<br />

C$109/day<br />

2 Countries visited<br />

Spain, Gibraltar<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal family<br />

on our locally guided tour<br />

• Catch a flight to the world renowned Ibiza &<br />

checkout its famous clubs & beaches<br />

• Locally guided tour of Granada’s Alahambra<br />

Palace<br />

• Learn about the history of Spanish culture &<br />

architecture at the Mosque of Caliphs<br />

Plus\ Regional Dinners<br />

• A feast for a king - local tapas dishes in this<br />

famous Barcelona restaurant<br />

• The diverse taste of Spain - tapas dinners in our<br />

favourite local restaurants across Spain<br />

contiki.com/spain<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/spain-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Madrid Castillian dinner with local wines<br />

• Barcelona Flamenco dance show & dinner<br />

S.Ireland<br />

Portugal<br />

N.Ireland<br />

SEVILLE 1<br />

GIBRALTAR<br />

SEGOVIA<br />

Scotland<br />

MADRID 3<br />

TOLEDO<br />

Wales<br />

ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />

BILBAO 1<br />

Spain<br />

CORDOBA 1<br />

SPAIN<br />

England<br />

2 GRANADA<br />

SAN SEBASTIAN<br />

PYRENEES<br />

MOUNTAINS<br />

COSTA DEL SOL<br />

1 PAMPLONA<br />

ZARAGOZA<br />

DENIA<br />

COSTA BLANCA<br />

France<br />

2<br />

IBIZA<br />

Belgium<br />

Netherlands<br />

2 BARCELONA<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

Norway<br />

• Granada Guided tour of the Moorish Quarter of Albaicin &<br />

La Cartuja plus a vist to La Cartuja Monastery<br />

Denmark<br />

Germany<br />

6


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Madrid<br />

Check-in to your hotel & explore<br />

the country’s capital, full of diverse<br />

neighbourhoods & lively plazas. Later<br />

meet up with your <strong>Contiki</strong> Team & fellow<br />

travellers. (D)<br />

Day 3: Madrid<br />

It’s easy to get hooked on this city that<br />

blends traditional culture with new vitality<br />

in everything from shopping & food to arts<br />

& culture. (B)<br />

• Tour the Royal Palace with a local guide<br />

(Royal Palace tour may be substituted<br />

with a tour of the Prado)<br />

Day 4: Madrid to Bilbao<br />

Head north to Segovia with its Roman<br />

Aqueduct & Alcazar (castle) before<br />

continuing to Bilbao, home of the<br />

Guggenheim Art museum. (B,D)<br />

Day 5: Bilbao to Pamplona<br />

Swim & shop in the beach resort of<br />

San Sebastian before heading to<br />

Pamplona, home of the Running of the<br />

Bulls Festival. (B)<br />

Day 6: Pamplona to Barcelona<br />

Soak up the baroque city of Zaragoza<br />

before we make our way to the buzzing<br />

city of Barcelona. (B,D)<br />

Day 7: Barcelona<br />

See why this sexy city sizzles on our<br />

included sightseeing tour. It’s a mix of<br />

food, fiesta, fashion & fun. (B)<br />

• See Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia & the<br />

1992 Olympic Games complex<br />

• Walk through the Gothic Quarter &<br />

La Rambla district<br />

Day 8: Barcelona to Ibiza<br />

Ibiza means it’s time to party! Board your<br />

flight to the world-famous island of sun,<br />

sand & sounds. (B)<br />

Day 9: Ibiza<br />

Relax on Ibiza’s beaches & soak<br />

up the sunshine or get into some<br />

watersports before heading out into<br />

the island’s unbeatable nightlife. (B)<br />

• Visit Ibiza town & the beaches<br />

Day 10: Ibiza to Granada<br />

This morning it’s a fast ferry to the<br />

mainland, before reaching Granada. (B,D)<br />

Day 11: Granada<br />

Take a trip back in time in this city full of<br />

atmosphere & soaked in history. Explore<br />

the fabled palace, feel the lively culture<br />

on the streets & sample some tapas &<br />

real Sangria. (B)<br />

Day 12: Granada to Seville<br />

Wind along the Costa del Sol coastline &<br />

see the Sierra Nevada mountains. Stop in<br />

Gibraltar before arriving in Seville. (B)<br />

• Visit the Rock of Gibraltar<br />

• Scenic drive past Marbella & Malaga<br />

Day 13: Seville to Cordoba<br />

Take your time in laid-back Seville<br />

before we reach lively Cordoba, soaked<br />

in history & serving up old-world<br />

atmosphere, time-worn lanes & famously<br />

beautiful streets.(B)<br />

• See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza de<br />

Espana in Seville<br />

Day 14: Cordoba to Madrid<br />

Hit the road & travel to the hill-top<br />

town of Toledo. With its mix of mosques,<br />

churches & medieval buildings, this<br />

gorgeous town is known as the<br />

“Imperial City”, before returning to<br />

Madrid. (B)<br />

• See the Alcazar Fortress & Gothic<br />

Cathedral in Toledo<br />

Day 15: Depart Madrid<br />

Your tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to<br />

say farewell to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 15 have been designed to<br />

allow you to start & finish the tour without needing<br />

extra nights accommodation.<br />

Toledo<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBEH Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Madrid Madrid pp<br />

APR 24 APR 25 MAY 8 2225<br />

MAY 8 MAY 9 MAY 22 2279<br />

MAY 22 MAY 23 JuN 5 2339<br />

JuN 5 JuN 6 JuN 19 2339<br />

JuN 12 JuN 13 JuN 26 2339<br />

JuN 26 JuN 27 JuL 10 2339<br />

JuL 3 JuL 4 JuL 17 2375<br />

JuL 10 JuL 11 JuL 24 2375<br />

JuL 17 JuL 18 JuL 31 2375<br />

JuL 24 JuL 25 AuG 7 2375<br />

Code: WWEH Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 23 OCT 24 NOV 6 1699<br />

NOV 27 NOV 28 DEC 11 1675<br />

DEC 18 DEC 19 JAN 1 1725<br />

DEC 26 DEC 27 JAN 9 1725<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Madrid Madrid pp<br />

JuL 31 AuG 1 AuG 14 2339<br />

AuG 7 AuG 8 AuG 21 2279<br />

AuG 14 AuG 15 AuG 28 2279<br />

AuG 21 AuG 22 SEP 4 2279<br />

AuG 28 AuG 29 SEP 11 2339<br />

SEP 4 SEP 5 SEP 18 2339<br />

SEP 11 SEP 12 SEP 25 2339<br />

SEP 18 SEP 19 OCT 2 2339<br />

SEP 25 SEP 26 OCT 9 2339<br />

2012<br />

JAN 8 JAN 9 JAN 22 1725<br />

FEB 12 FEB 13 FEB 26 1625<br />

MAR 11 MAR 12 MAR 25 1655<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge (either twin or triple-share).<br />

BBEH - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$815.<br />

WWEH - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$595.<br />

Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on<br />

twin-share tour price.<br />

Tour starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138. For travel insurance see p.137.<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 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

Note: You need a multi-entry Schengen visa for this tour.<br />

Madrid Ibiza<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

71<br />

Spanish<br />

Spree<br />

15 Days<br />

• 13 nights twin or triple-share<br />

hotel accommodation<br />

(more on p.26-27)<br />

• 17 meals:<br />

13 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

4 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Tour Manager & Driver team<br />

• Modern, air-conditioned coach<br />

• Flight from Barcelona to Ibiza<br />

• Sightseeing tours of all major<br />

cities plus orientations in all<br />

other destinations<br />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossing<br />

• Number of World 6<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Mix Match<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$169. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$115.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

Combine this trip with another<br />

tour & double your fun!<br />

You’ll also save C$100 with our<br />

multi tour discount.<br />

See p.19.<br />

Fly to Rome & connect with the<br />

‘Simply Italy’ tour. See p.62-63.<br />

Alternatively, fly to Athens & connect<br />

with the ‘Greek Island Hopping’<br />

tour detailed on p.82-83.<br />

Use low-cost airlines with these<br />

tours. See p.52.


z<br />

Egypt &<br />

The Nile<br />

Italy<br />

Czech Rep<br />

Austria<br />

9 Days<br />

Slovenia<br />

Croatia<br />

Bosnia<br />

From C$1115pp<br />

C$124/day<br />

1 Country visited<br />

Egypt<br />

GO<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

Slovakia<br />

Hungary<br />

Serbia<br />

Montenegro<br />

Macedonia<br />

Albania<br />

Greece<br />

• From pharaohs to mummies - locally guided<br />

tours of the Egyptian Museum & the Pyramids<br />

of Giza<br />

• Tour the Valley of the Kings with a local<br />

Egyptian expert<br />

• Sit back & chill as you drift down the Nile on a<br />

traditional felucca sailing boat<br />

• Local villages, ancient sites & stunning scenery -<br />

see them all on your relaxing 3 night cruise down<br />

the Nile<br />

contiki.com/egypt<br />

Romania<br />

Bulgaria<br />

\<br />

visit contiki.com/egypt-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do<br />

• Aswan Visit Abu Simbel’s Temple of Ramses II • Visit the<br />

Unfinished Obelisk & High Dam<br />

• Giza Light & sound show at the Pyramids<br />

Ukraine<br />

EGYPT<br />

MEDITERRANEAN SEA<br />

GIZA<br />

SAKKARA<br />

1<br />

Turkey<br />

2 CAIRO<br />

THE NILE<br />

1<br />

HURGHADA<br />

1 LUXOR<br />

ESNA<br />

GULF OF SUEZ<br />

1<br />

ASWAN<br />

Cyprus<br />

1 EDFU<br />

Israel<br />

KOM OMBO<br />

LAKE<br />

NASSAR<br />

RED SEA<br />

• Edfu View Kom Ombo, the Temple of Two Gods • Visit the Temple<br />

of Horus<br />

• Luxor Visit a traditional Egyptian village • Guided visit of the<br />

Temple of Karnak<br />

3


Itinerary and<br />

Included Sightseeing<br />

Days 1-2: Depart Canada/Arrive Cairo<br />

Check-in to the hotel & explore Egypt’s<br />

buzzing capital city for the afternoon. At<br />

7pm, meet up with your Tour Manager &<br />

fellow travellers.<br />

Day 3: Cairo to Aswan<br />

Step into this intense, 24/7 city where<br />

ancient meets modern all in one shot.<br />

A local guide will take you back to<br />

ancient Egypt & the time of the<br />

Pharaohs. Stare in awe at the Sphinx &<br />

the monumental pyramids of Giza<br />

before boarding the overnight train to<br />

Aswan. (B,D)<br />

• Visit the Egyptian Museum<br />

Day 4: Nile Cruise - Aswan<br />

Unwind in the beautiful riverside setting<br />

of Egypt’s sunniest city. Enjoy its laid<br />

back pace of life & distinctive African<br />

atmosphere. Opt to take a tour of Aswan<br />

to see the Unfinished Obelisk & High Dam.<br />

After being treated to a ride on a traditional<br />

felucca sailboat, kick back & listen to<br />

Nubian music, eat some freshly caught fish,<br />

or explore the souk, full of spices, perfumes,<br />

scarves & baskets. (B,L,D)<br />

Day 5: Nile Cruise - Aswan to Edfu<br />

Today consider taking an optional visit to<br />

Ramses II Temple, Abu Simbel<br />

the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel –<br />

the most complete example of ancient<br />

Egyptian architecture. Then cruise on<br />

down the Nile River with a stop at the<br />

unique temple in Kom Ombo en-route to<br />

the friendly city of Edfu. (B,L,D)<br />

Day 6: Nile Cruise - Edfu to Luxor<br />

Wind through the commercial & religious<br />

centre of Edfu to its most famous<br />

attraction, the Temple of Horus the<br />

Avenger. Cast off in the afternoon &<br />

watch Upper Egypt slip away as we<br />

meander up the Nile River to Luxor. (B,L,D)<br />

Day 7: Luxor to Hurghada<br />

Be amazed by the sheer volume of<br />

famous monuments around Luxor,<br />

including the Valley of the Kings before<br />

we hit beachside Hurghada. Maybe do<br />

some shopping, chill at the beach &<br />

get into the city’s many bars, restaurants<br />

& cool nightlife. (B)<br />

• See the the Colossos of Memnon<br />

Day 8: Hurghada to Cairo<br />

Today it’s back to Cairo for some last minute<br />

shopping. Tonight, enjoy our farewell dinner<br />

& a final night on the town. (B,D)<br />

Day 9: Depart Cairo<br />

The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to<br />

say farewell to your new friends. (B)<br />

Please note: Days 2 & 9 have been designed to<br />

allow you to start & finish the tour without needing<br />

extra nights accommodation.<br />

Cruise in style<br />

Sail on a felucca<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

What’s included<br />

• 7 nights twin-share<br />

accommodation:<br />

3 nights in hotels<br />

1 night twin-berth sleep couchette<br />

on train (Cairo to Aswan)<br />

3 nights Nile cruise<br />

(more on p.26-27 & 52-53)<br />

• 15 meals:<br />

7 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

3 lunches (L)<br />

5 three-course dinners (D)<br />

• An experienced & professional<br />

Egyptian Tour Manager<br />

• Coach transfers<br />

• Sightseeing tours of all major<br />

cities plus orientations in all<br />

other destinations<br />

• Local taxes & service charges<br />

• Transfer from airport to hotel<br />

upon arrival<br />

• Number of World<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

• The Nile Cruise<br />

Cruise the Nile on a superb<br />

ship featuring luxury cabins,<br />

all with private shower, WC, TV<br />

& air-conditioning<br />

• Cruise Amenities<br />

Swimming pool, sun deck,<br />

restaurant, lounge, bars,<br />

gift shop, disco<br />

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Egypt &<br />

The Nile<br />

9 Days<br />

When to go and how much 3<br />

Code: BBEG Summer 2011<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Cairo Cairo pp<br />

APR 1 APR 2 APR 9 1115<br />

APR 8 APR 9 APR 16 1115<br />

APR 15 APR 16 APR 23 1115<br />

APR 22 APR 23 APR 30 1115<br />

APR 29 APR 30 MAy 7 1115<br />

MAy 6 MAy 7 MAy 14 1139<br />

MAy 13 MAy 14 MAy 21 1139<br />

MAy 20 MAy 21 MAy 28 1165<br />

MAy 27 MAy 28 JUN 4 1165<br />

JUN 3 JUN 4 JUN 11 1165<br />

JUN 10 JUN 11 JUN 18 1165<br />

JUN 17 JUN 18 JUN 25 1165<br />

JUN 24 JUN 25 JUL 2 1165<br />

JUL 1 JUL 2 JUL 9 1195<br />

Code: WTEG Winter 2011/12<br />

2011<br />

OCT 14 OCT 15 OCT 22 1215<br />

OCT 21 OCT 22 OCT 29 1215<br />

OCT 28 OCT 29 NOV 5 1215<br />

NOV 11 NOV 12 NOV 19 1195<br />

NOV 25 NOV 26 DEC 3 1195<br />

DEC 9 DEC 10 DEC 17 1195<br />

DEC 16 DEC 17 DEC 24 1229<br />

DEC 23 DEC 24 DEC 31 1229<br />

DEC 30 DEC 31 JAN 7 1229<br />

Depart Start Finish C$<br />

Canada<br />

2011<br />

Cairo Cairo pp<br />

JUL 8 JUL 9 JUL 16 1195<br />

JUL 15 JUL 16 JUL 23 1195<br />

JUL 22 JUL 23 JUL 30 1195<br />

JUL 29 JUL 30 AUG 6 1195<br />

AUG 5 AUG 6 AUG 13 1165<br />

AUG 12 AUG 13 AUG 20 1139<br />

AUG 19 AUG 20 AUG 27 1139<br />

AUG 26 AUG 27 SEP 3 1165<br />

SEP 2 SEP 3 SEP 10 1165<br />

SEP 9 SEP 10 SEP 17 1165<br />

SEP 16 SEP 17 SEP 24 1165<br />

SEP 23 SEP 24 OCT 1 1165<br />

SEP 30 OCT 1 OCT 8 1165<br />

2012<br />

JAN 6 JAN 7 JAN 14 1229<br />

JAN 13 JAN 14 JAN 21 1229<br />

JAN 20 JAN 21 JAN 28 1159<br />

FEB 3 FEB 4 FEB 11 1159<br />

FEB 17 FEB 18 FEB 25 1159<br />

MAR 2 MAR 3 MAR 10 1159<br />

MAR 16 MAR 17 MAR 24 1179<br />

Prices above are land only & do not include airfares. We<br />

have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways<br />

with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your<br />

<strong>Contiki</strong> reservations agent for a fly ‘n’ tour quote.<br />

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling<br />

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at<br />

no extra charge.<br />

BBEG - Summer 2011<br />

Single room supplement of C$335.<br />

WTEG - Winter 2011/12<br />

Single room supplement of C$349.<br />

Note: Single room supplement does not apply to night 2.<br />

Overnight train cabins are twin-share only.<br />

Tour starts 7:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am.<br />

For more ways to save see p.19.<br />

For departure points & stay longer accommodation<br />

options see p.138.<br />

For travel insurance see p.137.<br />

For details of winter tours between Oct 2010 - Mar 2011,<br />

ask <strong>Contiki</strong> or your travel agent.<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 12 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$119. Or pay 6<br />

months in advance &<br />

save up to C$59.<br />

See p.19 for details.


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Croatia<br />

<strong>Superior</strong><br />

Bosnia<br />

Turkey & Greek<br />

Island Odyssey<br />

11 Days<br />

2 Countries visited<br />

Turkey, Greece<br />

Albania<br />

What’s included<br />

• 9 nights accommodation:<br />

6 night in hotels<br />

3 nights on-board a cruise ship<br />

(twin or triple-share)<br />

(more on p.26-27 & 52-53)<br />

• 21 meals:<br />

9 continental breakfasts (B)<br />

2 lunches (L)<br />

7 three-course dinners (D)<br />

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 every<br />

night of the cruise<br />

• Sightseeing tours of all major<br />

cities plus orientations in all<br />

other destinations<br />

• Hotel tips, local taxes & service<br />

charges<br />

• Ferry crossing<br />

• Number of World 6<br />

Heritage sites visited<br />

Only <strong>Contiki</strong>\ Includes<br />

• The Blue Mosque, the Galata<br />

Bridge, the Spice Markets -<br />

discover Istanbul with our expert<br />

local guide<br />

• Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli &<br />

ANZAC cove<br />

• See one of the 7 ancient wonders<br />

of the world - a locally guided<br />

tour of Ephesus<br />

ANZAC Cove<br />

Hungary<br />

Montenegro<br />

Explore<br />

More<br />

Optionals<br />

Serbia<br />

Macedonia<br />

GREECE<br />

Save More Money<br />

If you pay 6 months<br />

in advance you save<br />

C$79.<br />

See p.19 for details.<br />

CORINTH<br />

CANAL<br />

Romania<br />

Calcium terraces, Pamukkale<br />

ATHENS<br />

SANTORINI<br />

CRETE<br />

AEGEAN<br />

SEA<br />

GALLIPOLI<br />

1 CANAKKALE<br />

TROY<br />

IZMIR 1<br />

KUSADASI 1<br />

PATMOS<br />

PERGAMUM<br />

EPHESUS<br />

RHODES<br />

BLACK SEA<br />

ISTANBUL<br />

2<br />

TURKEY<br />

PAMUKKALE<br />

1<br />

HIEROPOLIS<br />

When to go and how much<br />

Code: BBSL Summer 2011<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Twin Twin<br />

Depart Start Finish Out In Depart Start Finish Out In<br />

Canada Istanbul Athens Egypt C$ pp C$ pp Canada Istanbul Athens C$ pp C$ pp<br />

2011<br />

2011<br />

APR 26 APR 27 MAY 6 1575 1465 JuL 19 J