2 great ways to go \ Camping Tours\
Concept Tours\
Stay in Europe’s best campsites. Big, roomy tents for 2.
Unique overnights. Maximum quad-share. Expert Contiki on-site teams.
Camping Contiki-style is all about getting back to basics, but getting a whole lot more for your money. But most importantly, it’s about having an awesome time experiencing everything Europe offers – without skimping on quality. On our Camping tours, you’ll be in the hands of our dedicated Tour Manager, Tour Driver & On-road Cook so you can sit back & enjoy your holiday.
Our Concept trips are all about mixing it up – cabins, hostels & hotels many with private facilities. Highlights include staying at exclusive Contiki Special Stopovers like our French Chateau, nestled in the vines of the Beaujolais Region. You’ll hit the road with 2 expert Contiki crew, your Tour Manager & Tour Driver. Our team look after you – they’re there to make sure you get the most out of your trip.
South America Peru, Argentina & Brazil 2011\12
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Legendary for a reason\ Small group adventures. Unbeatable accommodation. 6 amazing trips. Private transport. Exclusively for 18-35s.
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Gap Year Europe 2012
Free night in London \
1. Go to your travel agent – Your travel agent will confirm with Contiki that there’s availability on the tour you’ve chosen. At the same time, your travel agent can book your hotel accommodation before and/or after your tour. Remember, the exclusive ‘Free night in London*’ offer is only valid at time of booking on all Gap bookings made before 31 December 2011.
2. Pay your deposit – At the time of booking, pay your travel agent a non-refundable deposit of NZ$200 per person per tour which must be sent to Contiki within 7 days. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send confirmation of your booking details to your travel agent.
3. Check-in – Register your details with Contiki online at www.contiki.com/checkin for tips to help you get ready for your trip
Get back to nature with the original Contiki experience.
and to save time when you start your tour.
4. Full payment – You must pay the balance of your holiday fare to Contiki through your travel agent no later then 31 March 2012, or at the time of booking if after 31 March 2012. Cancellations will incur cancellation fees of up to 100% (refer to www. contiki.com/gapyear for full cancellation policy).
5. Documents – Contiki will then send your travel vouchers and detailed information about your holiday to your travel agent.
You’re all done and set to go!
Important bits
Gap booking conditions For full booking conditions on Contiki Gap, visit www.contiki.com/gapyear
This is for you if…
Travel insurance Contiki strongly recommends that you take out comprehensive travel insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before you travel, so ask your travel agent for more details.
• You finished year 13 in 2011 & have, or are planning a ‘Gap Visa’ to the UK in 2012
Gold Seal Protection – Contiki’s ‘peace of mind insurance’ Only available when added at time of booking, our Gold Seal Protection means that if you cancel your tour before you leave home, we won’t charge you a cent. And if you’re ill or have to leave your trip early for personal reasons, Gold Seal will refund you NZ$40 for each day that you miss. Peace of mind for only NZ$99 when paid with your deposit. Find out more on www.contiki.com/gapyear
The Food Fund – explained Your Food Fund provides breakfast everyday and about half your dinners (see itinerary for meal inclusions). What you eat the rest of the time is totally up to you. Tasting unique local foods is the icing on your travel experience cake!
What to bring? Check out our website www.contiki.com/gapyear for tips on what to pack, like a sleeping bag and a towel everything you need to bring is listed!
Diverse. Unique. Special.
Get a free night in London \ Exclusive to Gap \
Simply book & deposit on one of our Gap Year Europe 2012 departures before 31 December 2011 & score a free night in London! You’ll stay in the centrally located Royal National Hotel, where your tour departs from (great for early morning departures!), & where your kick-start tour meetings are held the night before your tour leaves. Every room has an en-suite bathroom & the Contiki Basement is right below the hotel – it’s a friendly space to chill, get your bearings, store your luggage & get travel advice while you’re in London.
Your Contiki Travel Agent:
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Includes more\ Extraordinary service\ Amazing accommodation\ Exceptional eats\ More free time\
CONTACT DETAILS CONTIKI HOLIDAYS (NEW ZEALAND) LTD 2nd Floor, 15-17 Day Street, PO Box 68-640, Newton, Auckland 1145
Travel Agent Reservations Tel: (09) 300 1600 or 0800 CONTIKI (0800 2668454) Fax: (09) 379 2372 Email: reservations@contiki.co.nz
Customer Enquiries Tel: 0508 CONTIKI (0508 266 8454) Administration Phone: (09) 300 1601 Web: www.contiki.com/gapyear
Terms & Conditions: Prices for the 29-days Concept tour are based on per person multi-share. Prices for the 32-days Camping tour are based on per person twin-share. In order to reserve your holiday, a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of NZ$200 per person per tour, or the full amount payable if the booking is made after 31 March 2012, must be paid to Contiki or your reservation will automatically be cancelled. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The full balance of your holiday must be paid no later than 31 March 2012, or at time of booking if made after 31 March 2012, to avoid cancellation and cancellation charges. Cancellations will incur fees of up to 100% (refer to www.contiki.com/gapyear for full cancellation policy). Passengers must be 17 years + by date of departure. Passengers aged 17 years must complete an underage booking form and are on a request status until approved by Contiki Europe. Contiki Gap tours are available to students applying for a UK Youth Mobility Visa in 2012, along with their friends and other travellers with the average age on the tour being 17 to 19 years old. In January 2012 the number of passengers on each Contiki Gap tour will be assessed and the tour may be opened for sale to Contiki’s broader 18 to 35 year old demographic. Contiki reserves the right to vary tour itineraries and substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our changes. Prices are the guaranteed maximum you will have to pay for your Contiki’s Gap tour. However on release of Contiki Europe 2012/13 brochure in late 2011 should favourable exchange rates have had the effect of reducing the price we will offer you the lower price and refund the difference on money paid. *The ‘Free night in London’ offer is based in triple-share rooms at the Royal National Hotel and applies to all bookings made before 31 December 2011 but only when requested at time of booking. The free night must be taken the night before your tour commences or the night your tour ends. Not combinable with any other promotions or offers. Group, multiple tour, past passenger and pay early discounts do not apply to Contiki Gap tour bookings nor do other discounts from Contiki’s 2011/12 or 2012/13 brochures. Other booking conditions can be found online at www.contiki.com/gapyear 8472CKSL/NZ
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• You are meeting friends for their Gap mid-year break!