Contiki Holidays eBrochure Europe Gap Year 2013 (NZD)

GAP YEAR EUROPE 2013 FREE NIGHT IN LONDON

includes more extraordinary service, more free time, amazing accommodation, exceptional eats!

You finish year 13 in 2012 & have, or are This is planning a Gap Year to the UK in 2013 or You are for you if... meeting friends for their Gap mid-year break!

contiki.com/gapyear

Only Contiki

The original since ‘62 Because we’ve been doing what we do longer than anyone else, no one knows Europe like us. We live & breathe it & our experience means that you get the most amazing, authentic, life changing experiences for 18-35s.

Travel your way Our diverse range of trips means we have a tour with your name on it. Whether you’re looking for a long trip or quick get-away. If you’re a first timer or a seasoned traveller, going solo or with a group, you will find your perfect trip with Contiki.

More free time We build in loads of free time so you can explore on your own if you want. Free time means time to head off & get local. We’ve also oganised a whole load of amazing optional activities for you to try if you’d like. It’s your choice. Our Tour Managers take care of all the details (not you), so you’ll get the most out of your trip.

Unbeatable value More sights, more activites, more free time, more definite departures & more amazing accommodation, plus a host of exclusive experiences that you only get with Contiki. The bottom line? Go Contiki – you’ll get more than going any other way.

Extraordinary service When it comes to crew, we lead. Our team are the biggest, the best trained & the most committed to delivering amazing experiences, tailored especially for 18-35s.

And only Contiki has nearly 100 locally-based team members to look after you at our exclusive locations around Europe.

Amazing accommodation Only Contiki includes the widest range of amazing overnight stays. Our exclusive Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers, with their dedicated Contiki Teams, are genuinely unique. We’ve now got more Feature Hotels than ever before & each offers an authentic local experience.

Incredible food Nobody does food like Contiki. Wherever you travel you can expect the best of regional European cuisine. Our Concept tours are packed with feature meals & you get loads of market-fresh home cooking on our Camping trips. Get your taste buds ready.

Legendary for a reason What does all this add up to?

The most amazing travel experience, tailored specifically just for you.

Europe

www.contiki.com/gapyear Extras you can do (at an additional cost) visit contiki.com/gapyear for all the Optional

Two great ways to go.

Camping Contiki

Stay in Europe’s best campsites.

Big, roomy tents for 2.

Camping Contiki-style is all about getting back to basics, and 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.

Get back to nature with the original Contiki experience.

Concept Cabin. Hostel. Hotel.

Unique overnights. Maximum quad-share. Expert Contiki on-site teams.

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.

Diverse. Unique. Special.

Exclusive to Gap.

Get a free night in London

Simply book & deposit on one of our Gap Year Europe 2013 departures before 31 December 2012 & 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.

The Easy Rider 32 Days NZ$128/day

GO

Camping Tour NORTH SEA EDAM

LONDON

Meet up with your Contiki Team. Ferry across the English Channel to Paris. (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre Dame Cathedral Days 2-3: Paris

Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the beautiful Château Versailles. (B, D) (B) • See Château Versailles (entrance not included) Day 4: Paris to Bordeaux

Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling vineyards en-route to the Bordeaux region & St. Emilion. (B,D) Day 5: Bordeaux to Pamplona

Swim & shop in fashionable Biarritz before crossing into Spain to Pamplona. (B,D) • See the lighthouse & bay in Biarritz • See Pamplona’s famous bull ring Day 6: Pamplona to Barcelona

Head south to the baroque city of Zaragoza & on to Barcelona, then see why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. (B,D) • See Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Day 7: Barcelona

Explore the city & feel the passion at an optional Flamenco show! (B) • Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera

Travel through Provence to Arles, then onward to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) • Visit the historic city of Arles • Scenic drive along the Cote d’Azur Day 9: French Riviera

Stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D) • Visit a French perfumery • See the Royal Palace in Monaco • Visit a Monte Carlo casino

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ST GOAR

1

SWITZ

LOIRE VALLEY

2

Day 10: French Riviera to Florence

Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Renaissance Florence. (B,D) • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Day 11: Florence

A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration Day 12: Florence to Rome

Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills on the road to Rome. (B) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City Days 13-14: Rome

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ for a couple of days in the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D)(B,D) Day 15: Rome to Sorrento

From Naples, catch a boat to the Isle of Capri & soak up its sweeping views & romantic atmosphere before setting sail for Sorrento. (B) Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu

Catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins.

Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) Days 17-20: Corfu

1 BORDEAUX

ARLES

PAMPLONA 1

2

2

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

SPAIN

Visit Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona & then make your way to the enchanting city of Venice. (B,D) • See Juliet’s Balcony & the Roman Arena Day 23: Venice

Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars & markets. (B,D)

Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Pompeii Entry fee & guided tour Barcelona Flamenco dance show Corfu Watersports like parasailing, waterskiing & tube riding

Croatia Bosnia

2 FLORENCE ITALY

Serbia

ADRIATIC SEA

ROME VATICAN CITY

3

MT. VESUVIUS

BARCELONA

POMPEII BRINDISI

1 ISLE OF CAPRI

SORRENTO 1 4 CORFU

GREECE

IONIAN SEA

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’ Palace & St. Mark’s Square • See Venice’s iconic canals and gondolas Day 24: Venice to Vienna

Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Vienna then hit the rides at Prater park. (B) • Visit Vienna’s Prater fun park Day 25: Vienna

Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander this picture book city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! (B,D) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road Day 26: Vienna to Munich

Make a sobering stop at the Mauthausen concentration camp memorial en-route to Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B) • Entry into Mauthausen memorial • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Day 27: Munich to Swiss Alps

Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before reaching the spectacular Swiss Alps. (B,D) • Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz • See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne • Scenic drive through the Alps Day 28: Swiss Alps

Chill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt for a cog railway ride up the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Day 29: Swiss Alps to Heidelberg

Head north to Heidelberg, known for its baroque old town & lively student feel. (B,D) • See Heidelberg’s medieval castle

Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, Day 30: Heidelberg to Amsterdam shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island Next it’s on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city paradise. (B,D)(B,D)(B,D)(B) • See the Venetian fortress in Corfu’s old town of Amsterdam. (B) • See Amsterdam’s canals & gable Day 21: Corfu to Italy houses by night Cruise the Adriatic Sea. (B) Day 22: Arrival Venice

Hungary Slovenia

2 VENICE

FRENCH RIVIERA

PYRENEES MOUNTAINS

ZARAGOZA

PISA MONACO

AUSTRIA

DOLOMITE MOUNTAINS

VERONA

2 VIENNA

MAUTHAUSEN

LIECHTENSTEIN

LUCERNE

SWISS ALP S

ATLANTIC OCEAN

BIARRITZ

Slovakia

MUNICH

3 PARIS

VERSAILLES

Czech Rep

1 HEIDELBERG

1

Day 1: London to Paris

BELGIUM

FRANCE

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with escargot • Explore Pamplona – home of the ‘Running of the Bulls’ festival • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our guided walking tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Enjoy the beautiful gardens of Louis XIV’s Palace of Versailles • A moving experience at the Mauthausen memorial – plus more

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Poland

RHINE VALLEY

VALLEY OF THE SOMME

Vatican City, Greece, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)

Only Contiki Includes

GERMANY

RUHR VALLEY

DOVER CALAIS

ENGLISH CHANNEL

12 Countries visited France, Spain, Monaco, Italy,

Itinerary and Included Sightseeing

NETHERLANDS

2 AMSTERDAM

ENGLAND

Wales

Day 31: Amsterdam

Check out Amsterdam’s museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) • Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house Day 32: Depart Amsterdam

Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr.

10am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)

What’s included • 29 nights accommodation:

29 nights in twin-share tents

(including air mattresses) +2 nights on-board ferries

• 50 meals included in Food Fund:

31 breakfasts (B) & 19 dinners (D)

• An experienced & professional

Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team

• Modern, air-conditioned coach with

powerpoints for charging

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus

orientations in all other destinations

• Ferry crossings • Number of World

Heritage sites visited

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Departure Dates & Rates:

Please note departure time from The Royal National Hotel is 6.45am - we recommend that you pre-book accommodation if not using your free night before your tour.

Start Finish Total Price 12 JUL 12 AUG

$4090 pp Includes tour $3440

16 JUL 16 AUG & Food Fund $650

Book and pay your deposit by 31 December 2012 for the ‘Free night in London’ offer*.

• Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Munich Bavarian beerhall dinner & entertainment • Swiss Alps Mt. Jungfrau cog-railway ride

European Contrasts

29 Days NZ$166/day

Concept Tour EDAM

GO

ST GOAR

BELGIUM

ENGLISH CHANNEL

2 MUNICH

FONTAINEBLEAU

2

CHATEAU 2 DE CRUIX

SWISS ALPS

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

• Austrian Gasthof, Swiss Chalet, French Château, Corfu Beach Resort – Special Stopovers & Contiki On-site Teams • French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice – Contiki Villages & Contiki On-site Teams

Itinerary and Included Sightseeing

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration

Day 1: London to Paris

Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City

Day 2: Paris

Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region

Travel through wine country to Contiki’s very own 16th Century Château. Ì Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) • See Château Fontainebleau • See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais

vineyards

Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region

Relax at the Chateau & enjoy a scenic walk & picnic. Ì Contiki Special Stopover (B,PL,D) • French Picnic lunch Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera

Travel through Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. Rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monte Carlo!

Contiki Village (B,D) • Scenic Drive along the Cote d’Azur • Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace • Visit a Monte Carlo casino Day 6: French Riviera

Today, sun worship on the beach & practice celebrity-spotting.

Contiki Village (B,D) Day 7: French Riviera to Florence

Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder. Contiki Village (B,D) • Visit a French perfumery • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Day 8: Florence

A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s favourite cities. Later, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,

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Day 9: Florence to Rome

Day 10: Rome

Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel.

Contiki Village (B,D) Day 11: Rome to Corfu

Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Adriatic Ferry (B) Days 12-14: Corfu

Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. Ì Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)(B)(B,D) Day 15: Corfu to Italy

Cruise to the enchanting port of Venice.

Adriatic Ferry (B) Day 16: Arrival Venice

Meander through the tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art filled palazzos & markets. Contiki Village (B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges Palace & St Mark’s Square

Day 20: Prague

Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, beer & Bohemian crystal beads. Hostel (B) • See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square

2 ROME

MT. VESUVIUS POMPEII

Macedonia Albania 3

GREECE

CORFU

CORINTH CANAL

Day 28: Amsterdam

Check out the myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 29: Depart Amsterdam

Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr.

10am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)

Day 21: Prague to Munich

Head to Germany & into Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) • Visit Dachau concentration camp • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Day 22: Munich

Explore the cultural side of Munich.

There’s world-class museums, shopping & lots of traditional food & beer gardens.

Hostel (B) Day 23: Munich to Austrian Tyrol

Experience the stunning alpine scenery as we head to the cool Tyrolean Village of Hopfgarten. Ì Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 24: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps

Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & quaint lakeside Lucerne before reaching the incredible Swiss Alps. Ì Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) • Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz • See the Wooden Chapel Bridge • Scenic drive through the Alps Day 25: Swiss Alps

Day 18: Vienna

Day 26: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley

Paris Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums Corfu Island sailing cruise Venice Gondola ride along the canals

Montenegro

IONIAN SEA

Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Vienna. Hostel (B)

Stop at the World Heritage Listed town, Cesky Krumlov as you travel through Bohemia to Prague, the “City of a Thousand Spires”. Hostel (B,D) • Visit the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov

Serbia ADRIATIC SEA

1

Day 17: Venice to Vienna

Day 19: Vienna to Prague

VATICAN CITY

Bosnia

BRINDISI

Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Feel like you’re on top of the world when you opt in for a cog railway ride up to the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. Ì Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)

Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander the city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! Hostel (B) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road

ITALY

Romania

Croatia

2 FLORENCE

FRENCH RIVIERA

Spain

Hungary

Slovenia

1 VENICE Pisa

2

AUSTRIA

TYROL

LIECHTENSTEIN LUCERNE DOLOMITE MOUNTAINS

MONACO

2 VIENNA

1

Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers

ATLANTIC OCEAN

1

SWITZ

Slovakia

CESKY KRUMLOV

DACHAU

2 PARIS

BEAUJOLAIS REGION

Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with escargot Special access Rome sightseeing tour Go Greek at our legendary toga party on Corfu Locally guided bike tours past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam – plus more

CZECH REP

HEIDELBERG

BURGUNDY REGION

Only Contiki Includes

VALLEY 2 PRAGUE

VALLEY OF THE SOMME

FRANCE

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Poland

1 RHINE

DOVER CALAIS

City, Greece, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)

Meet up with your Contiki Team. Ferry across the English Channel & on to France.

Hotel (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre Dame Cathedral

GERMANY

RUHR VALLEY LONDON

12 Countries visited France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican

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NETHERLANDS

2 AMSTERDAM

ENGLAND

Move on through Heidelberg, to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) • See Heidelberg’s medieval castle • Learn how beer steins are crafted • See the Lorelei Rock Day 27: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam

Next it’s on to free-wheeling Amsterdam.

Hotel (B,D) • Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house • See the city’s canals & gable houses by night

What’s included • 26 nights accommodation:

2 nights in Contiki’s French Château 3 nights in Contiki’s Corfu hotel 1 night in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet 7 nights in Contiki Village cabins 5 nights in hotel upgrade 6 nights in hostels +2 nights on-board ferries

• 44 meals included in Food Fund:

28 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL) & 15 dinners (D)

• An experienced & professional

Tour Manager & Driver team • Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Ferry crossings • Number of World Heritage sites visited

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Departure Dates & Rates:

Please note departure time from The Royal National Hotel is 6.45am - we recommend that you pre-book accommodation if not using your free night before your tour.

Start Finish Total Price 13JUL 10 AUG

$4799 pp

Includes tour $4039 & Food Fund $760.

Book and pay your deposit by 31 December 2012 for the ‘Free night in London’ offer*.

• Vienna Mozart & Strauss classical music concert • Munich Bavarian beerhall dinner & entertainment • Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise

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USA & Canada

How to book

Europe Summer

Asia

Australia & Latin New Zealand America

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 2012.

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 contiki.com/checkin for tips to help you get ready for your trip 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 2013, or at the time of booking if after 31 March 2013. Cancellations will incur cancellation fees of up to 100% (refer to 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 contiki.com/gapyear

Travel insurance

Contiki very 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.

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 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 contiki.com/gapyear for tips on what to pack, like a sleeping bag and a towel everything you need to bring is listed!

Your Contiki Travel Agent:

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 266 8454) 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 2013, 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 2013, or at time of booking if made after 31 March 2013, to avoid cancellation and cancellation charges. Cancellations will incur fees of up to 100% (refer to 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 2013, along with their friends and other travellers with the average age on the tour being 17 to 19 years old. In January 2013 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 accommodation. 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 Gap tour. However on release of Contiki Europe 2013/14 brochure in late 2012 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 2012 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 2012/13 or 2013/14 brochures. Other booking conditions can be found online at contiki.com/gapyear.