Contiki Holidays New Zealand eBrochure 2015/16 (AUD

New Zealand Including ski options

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- RACHEL WOLCHIN

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#NOREGRETS PHILOSOPHY

This is your youth. You only get to live it once, but if you do it right once is more than enough Live life on your own terms - create the stories now that you’ll recount for decades to come Make new friends from new places Travel a lot. It’s the only thing you’ll buy that’ll make you richer

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Celebrate individuality, diversity, connections & a little bit of craziness Find comfort outside your comfort zone See the world through youthful eyes, a little bit of naivety & a truckload of optimism Live for the moment. Have #NOREGRETS, just memories And above all... Make every moment count.

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CONTENTS

Where we go Ways to go Meet our team What you’ll taste Ways to stay ME Time Compare Contiki Deals, deals, deals Contiki cares

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DISCOVERY PLUS TRIPS The Big Tiki Kiwiana Panorama

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TRIPS Sun & Steam Northern ‘Choice’ ‘Sweet as’ South

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EASY PACE TRIPS Fire ‘n’ Ice

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SHORT STAYS Jaffas ‘n’ Jandals

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WINTER & SKI Ultimate NZ Ski

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Got a question?

Booking conditions How to book

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New for 2015

CONNECT WITH US

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twitter.com/contikinz

facebook.com/contiki

instagram.com/contiki

youtube.com/contiki

pinterest.com/contiki

contiki.com/app

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WHO WE ARE Contiki is legendary for a reason. We’ve been taking young people on incredible trips around the world for 53 years, opening their eyes to new cultures and showing them how to celebrate being young, wild and free.

18-35s ONLY We’re all about exploring the world with like-minded people –18-35 year olds who are keen to celebrate being young, spirited and curious. Don’t worry if you’re not travelling as a couple or with a friend from home – 50% of Contiki’s travellers set off solo, meaning you’ll have a ton of opportunities to make new mates.

CHOICE, CHOICE & MORE CHOICE Five amazing ways to travel – there’s something for everyone. Choose a Discovery Plus trip & see & do it all, or an In-Depth Explorer trip to really get under the skin of this amazing country. Each travel style is designed with a different type of traveller in mind, so which type of traveller are you?

MORE INCLUDED The best damn trips on the planet, that’s what! But seriously, our trips include everything you need to have the best travel experience of your life. We take care of all the boring logistics like booking hotels, finding the best spots for dinner in small towns and getting you from place to place.

You can toss out that map and guide book too, because our awesome team of young Trip Managers, Drivers and Local Guides know as much about the destinations you visit as the locals themselves. And the sights? You’ll get VIP access to the New Zealands’ icons, so try not to look too smug as you skip to the front of the mile-long line at the Sky Tower.

One things for sure – its amazing value you won’t find anywhere else – see pages 6-7 for more details on what’s included in your trip price & visit contiki.com/compare for even more reasons on why Contiki is the only way to go.

SCHOOLS OUT! “I had a great holiday at home…” said no-one ever.

Say no to FOMO, plot your Uni holiday escape & head across the ditch to see our Kiwi neighbours! From mountains, lakes, unique Maori culture, to beaches, Hobbits & adventure, NZ is a guaranteed good time.

We’ve kept it easy, look out for the symbol on our trip itineraries for Uni Holiday departures, and get planning. Oh, and travelled with us before? We’ll welcome you back to the family with an additional 5% discount. All round wins!

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WHERE WE GO WE VISIT SOME PRETTY INCREDIBLE PARTS OF NEW ZEALAND, FROM THE BEAUTIFUL BAY OF ISLANDS TO THE BREATH-TAKING MILFORD SOUND. WITH AN ENDLESS AMOUNT OF EXPERIENCES TO BE HAD, THE ONLY QUESTION IS – WHERE WILL YOUR ADVENTURE TAKE YOU?

PAIHIA Welcome to the beautiful Bay of Islands! Enjoy some dolphin spotting, take a walk along the secluded beaches or learn about the early settlers where the Treaty of Waitangi was first signed.

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER New Zealand’s iconic glacial spot, get ready to hit the ice. Take a hike & feel like you’ve conquered the world or see the stunning views from the sky with a heli ride & glacier-walk.

S I FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER

QUEENSTOWN Welcome to legendary Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world. Get the adrenaline pumping with endless adventure activities from bungy jumps & Shotover Jet boat rides to canyon swings, luging & gondolas – Queenstown has them all!

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AUCKLAND New Zealand’s largest city; enjoy the cosmopolitan vibes of Auckland as you sit by the harbour sipping a cocktail & take in the stunning views from the top of the Sky Tower.

WAITOMO Famous for the incredible Waitomo Caves, a stunning subterranean world for you to explore.

Tour the Glowworm Grotto covered in twinkling insects, or if you crave a bit of adventure head deeper into the caves & tube in the underground river!

PAIHIA

AUCKLAND

ROTORUA

WAITOMO TAUPO

NORTH ISLAND ROTURUA Experience NZ’s cultural hotspot, from up-close Maori experiences to bubbling mudpools & hot springs.

Unmissable!

WELLINGTON

SOUTH ISLAND Christchurch

MILFORD SOUND Take a day trip to the stunning Milford Sound, a fusion of spectacular natural beauty with amazing 360º views.

Described as the eighth wonder of the world, this is a sight not to be missed.

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5 WAYS TO GO DISCOVERY PLUS 2 TRIPS, 14–19 DAYS Experience it all with these longer trips around both of NZ’s incredible islands.

With choices on where to start & end, lots of experiences included, you’ll see & do it all!

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER 3 TRIPS, 7–10 DAYS

• Do more

Live it local NZ-style & experience the unique culture that makes this country so special. With shorter trips that really get you under the skin of the places you visit, you’ll discover NZ’s hidden gems on these unmissable journeys.

• More included

• More ME Time

• See more

• Unique regional experiences • Shorter trips

FIND OUT MORE AT CONTIKI.COM/WAYSTOTRAVELNEW-ZEALAND

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1 INCREDIBLE COUNTRY, 8 TRIPS, FROM 3-19 DAYS. GET STUCK INTO THE LAND OF ADVENTURE & ADRENALINE AS YOU EXPLORE THESE 2 ISLANDS.

EASY PACE

SHORT STAYS

1 TRIP, 7 DAYS

1 TRIP, 3 DAYS

Try a more relaxed way to explore two of New Zealand’s top destinations - Auckland & Queenstown, for those who love to take it slow.

A true Kiwi summer experience. See what all the fuss is about on a short & sweet summery escape to the far north. Relax, swim & unwind in a slice of paradise.

• Minimum 3 night stays • Mega ME Time

• Mega ME Time

• Later starts each day

• Breakfast daily

• Included flight

• Short stays

WINTER & SKI 1 TRIP, 7 DAYS Whatever the weather, there’s so much to see, do & experience. Take a spin around NZ’s two awesome islands when the weather gets cooler with cheaper prices & fewer queues. Or, try a Kiwi must do & take to some epic conditions on the famous Queenstown slopes.

• Year-round NZ experiences • Ski & Board in Queenstown

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OUR TEAM YOUR NEW ZEALAND EXPERTS. • A Trip Manager & Driver team who are with you from start to finish of your adventure. Your awesome travel buddies who will make sure you have the best time exploring this great land!

• They’re lifelong travellers, passionate about making sure you make every single moment in New Zealand count.

• They ensure all the finer details are taken care of, like restaurant bookings, sorting out entry to sites & getting you to your accommodation.

• Packed with expert local knowledge so you’ll discover what makes this country so special.

MEET OUR TEAM Meet Josh, one of our On-road team & all round good kiwi bloke. With Contiki for 5 years, Josh knows all about making it count & makes sure our travellers do. Be sure to quiz him on anything & everything Kiwi and with a few ‘yarns’ up his sleeve, you’ll be sure to be kept entertained.

See New Zealand through Josh’s eyes.

FOLLOW HIM AT INSTAGRAM.COM/PIKITIATOA

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NEW ZEALAND • BREAKFAST DAILY • PLENTY OF FOODIE ME TIME • INCLUDED LOCAL MEALS Food: a travelling essential. It’s no secret that cracking into the heart of a destination is through the stomach.

And no one likes a hungry traveller!

You’ll soon see why NZ serves up some of the world’s freshest & best tastes (and some of the world’s best wines).

And this is how we do it:

Breakfast: Fuel up on breakfast, included every day of your adventure.

Lunch: Don’t cut the day short for an included lunch, follow your nose to a café, grab a flat white or do as the locals do & grab some food on the go & lay back in the sun, people watch & relax.

Dinner: Think delicious. Don’t be fooled by what others might say they offer, it’s all about the real experience & good, quality tastes. See opposite for what you can expect with us.

TASTE BUDS, PREPARE: • Maori Hangi dinner & show • Fish’n’chips • Ferg Burger (yes, you heard it right), • Traditional kiwi BBQ feast • Plus a whole heap more!

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WAYS TO STAY

A BAD NIGHT’S SLEEP MAKES FOR A GRUMPY TRAVELLER, FACT. THAT’S WHY WITH OUR ACCOMMODATION, WE’VE PUT COMFORT, LOCATION & GREAT FACILITIES AT THE TOP OF THE PRIORITY LIST. CENTRALLY LOCATED HOTELS A holiday isn’t really a holiday without a little luxury. Get a good night’s sleep with home comforts, think fluffy towels, cosy duvets, ensuites and WiFi. We’ve even sorted gyms for all you work hard, play hard advocates.

SPECIAL STAYS contiki.com/waystostay-new-zealand for more details of our awesome accommodation

Wake up to sunrise over beautiful Lake Wakitipu in Queenstown.

TANOA ASPEN HOTEL, QUEENSTOWN

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We mix up your hotel stays with Contiki’s special overnight experiences with nights spent in small cool lodges at Franz Josef, Lake Ohau & Waitomo.

With single, multi-share & twin-share options available, you can choose a rooming option to suit your budget. Travelling solo? We don’t charge for single supplements – we’ll simply match you up with a same sex room-mate.

STAY LONGER Take advantage of our specially negotiated ‘Stay Longer’ hotel rates & look up departure information for your trip including times & departure points in each city at contiki.com/staylonger

Have a serene stay surrounded by natural bush & only minutes away from the stunning wharf at the Tanoa Paihia Hotel, Bay of Islands.

TANOA PAIHIA HOTEL, BAY OF ISLANDS

SUDIMA HOTEL, ROTURUA

Stay on the edge of the famous hot springs in Roturua with stunning lakeside views at the Sudima Hotel.

RAINFOREST LODGE, FRANZ JOSEF

Sleep surrounded by rainforest in a Franz Josef lodge.

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ME TIME WE INCLUDE LOTS OF ME TIME TO GIVE YOU THE FREEDOM TO CREATE YOUR PERFECT NEW ZEALAND EXPERIENCE. 5, 4, 3, 2,1 BUNGY! It’s no secret that for those who live by the mantra ‘Live for adventure’, that New Zealand is one place NOT to be missed.

Do your own thing: spend your days on a catamaran, fishing, visiting Hobbiton, shopping, café hopping, or literally just lazing by the lake swimming, eating & repeating.

Choose a ME Time optional: whether it’s bungy jumping, blackwater rafting, tube riding, horse riding, sailing or 4WD experiences, it’s an adrenaline junkies dream!

And ask your Trip Manager for helpful tips and advice to get the most from your adventure.

NEW ZEALAND BUCKET LIST • Carino Day Sailing, Bay of Islands • Boat Cruise, Milford Sound • Jetboat Ride, Taupo • Heli-Hike, Franz Glacier • Bungy Jumping, Queenstown

Important: ME Time optional activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators & on occasions, for some of the activities, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate.

Before you leave, it’s important that you check your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities & be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding & may involve some risk.

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GOING IT ALONE

Good morning Queenstown!

Hotel (Included)

Right… let’s see if TripAdvisor was right! Hotel (NZ$150 per night)

BREAKFAST

Nothing like starting the day full & ready for adventure. (Included)

Love treating myself to breakfast but it all adds up!

(NZ$20)

TRANSPORT

Travelling on this coach is easy & hassle free.

(Included)

Hauling my luggage & buying tickets is getting a bit painful… (NZ$45)

I’ve had a ‘Ferg’ (NZ$11) & tried Queenstown’s best pizza… (Included)

Ferg Burger (From NZ$11) & Dinner…(NZ$25)

A local Trip Manager & Driver team (Included)

Finding someone to watch your bags & get directions off can be painful.

EXPERIENCES

Visited a Maori Village, been up the Sky Tower, rode the Shotover Jet and…Beer tasting at the Speights brewery!

(All included)

How far will my budget stretch? I can afford about half of what I want to do.

ME TIME

Bungy, canyon swing – with Contiki it’s all at great prices, and skipping the queue right to the action.

Bungy jump (NZ$195), Canyon Swing (NZ$199), Jetboat ride (NZ$129)

Learning all about the local culture from our team. (Included)

Loving these locally guided tours. (NZ$35)

Trip from NZ$183 per day with some killer included experiences.

NZ$286 for the basics, plus hundreds more on the iconic adventure activities.

ACCOMMODATION

MEAL EXPERIENCES YOUR TEAM

LOCAL INCLUSIONS & CULTURE

TOTAL

CONTIKI TRIPS FROM A$174 P/D

GOING IT ALONE FROM A$273 P/D

CHECK OUT CONTIKI.COM/COMPARE FOR EVEN MORE Prices and exchange rates validated at 9th January 2015 at the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice. Sightseeing cost comparison is based on activities similar to those included in a Contiki trip price. Contiki New Zealand pricing based on The Big Tiki trip (p.18) visiting Auckland.

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BOOK EARLY & SAVE

CHANGE DIRECTION

BOOK WITH FRIENDS You could save up to A$80 when you take a Contiki New Zealand trip with a different departure city (travel on one of the itineraries in reverse order).

Look out for the ‘Your choice’ box on trip pages.

We believe in the principle of the more the merrier!

Start early & get your friends on board for an amazing adventure.

HERE’S HOW YOU CAN SAVE, IT’S REALLY PRETTY SIMPLE • 4 OR MORE – everyone saves 5% • 7 OR MORE – everyone saves 7.5% • 10 OR MORE – everyone saves 10% (or…invite an 11th & bring them, or yourself, for free!)

TRAVELLING AGAIN?

Check contiki.com/deals for great ways to save throughout the year when booking your trip

PART PAY

CHECK OUT THE BEST DEALS ON CONTIKI TRIPS AT Travelled with us or one of our sister companies before? Welcome back to the family with 5% additional discount

CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

Once you’ve booked, register online, share it with your family & friends & pay off your trip over time!

MIX & MATCH

BOOK 2 OR MORE TRIPS

GOLD SEAL PROTECTION Can’t get enough of Contiki?

We know the feeling.

Book 2 trips of 7+ days & get A$50 off your second trip!

Our Gold Seal means that if you cancel your trip before you leave, we won’t charge you a cent. And if you’re ill or have to leave the trip early for personal reasons, Gold Seal will refund you A$40 for each day that you miss & will cover your air ticket costs. See more on p.34.

Combine Australia & New Zealand trips of 7+ days with Contiki & save A$50

The facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, extra accommodation, any applicable food funds & optional activities. Your trip price does not include the costs of international flights to/from Australia/New Zealand that start or end your trip). You can combine loyalty discounts (‘Travelling Again’) , group discounts (‘Book with Friends’) multi trip discounts (‘2 or more’) on trips of 7 days or longer. Group discounts (‘Book with friends’) is available on all trips.

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CONTIKI CARES CONTIKI HAS AN INSATIABLE APPETITE FOR DISCOVERING NEW THINGS IN EVERY NOOK & CRANNY OF THE WORLD.

VISIT TREADRIGHT.ORG TO CHECK OUT OUR EXCITING NEW PARTNERSHIPS WITH WILDAID AND ALLIANCE FOR ARTISAN ENTERPRISE

To continue sharing our discoveries with young travellers for decades & centuries to come, we need to respect & protect those places through everything that we do.

Powered by the Treadright Foundation, Contiki Cares is on a very exciting journey; a journey to create a community of young & passionate people who simultaneously live with conscience & live to travel.

Visit Contiki.com/contikicares for more info on our projects & what we do.

TIMELINE OF CONTIKI CARES PROJECTS Since 2011, Contiki has partnered with some incredible ocean-based organisations and people, including Céline Cousteau, providing support for sustainability and conservation initiatives and educating travellers through Earth Month expeditions.

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2014

MAR Leadership

Sea Turtle Conservancy

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Sustainable Coastlines

Oceana

Shark Savers

Surfrider Australia

Check out contiki.com/storytellers to see our latest expedition.

5 WAYS TO TREAD LIGHTLY WHEN TRAVELLING

1. Bring a reusable water bottle and reduce the use of plastics.

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2. Explore cities by foot, bike or public transport on your ME Time to reduce your carbon footprint.

3. Switch off when you’re not in your hotel room to conserve energy.

4. Buy local – you’ll support the communities you visit and help reduce shipping from other countries.

5. Conserve water in hotels by turning off the taps when not in use – water is a scarce resource in many of the countries we visit.

Did you know coach travel has been proven to reduce congestion and cause less pollution per passenger km than any other transportation option? Contiki’s coach fleet is efficient and complies with NZ emissions standards.

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DISCOVERY PLUS

LOOKING TO FILL YOUR DAYS WITH EPIC SIGHTS & ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCES? EXPLORE ALL OF NEW ZEALAND WITH MORE CHOICE & MORE ME TIME, AND MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNT. 2 TRIPS / 14-19 DAYS The Big Tiki ........................................ p.18 Kiwiana Panorama .......................... p.20

INCLUDED • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Your choice of a single, twin-share or quad-share room • Breakfast each day, plus included dinners at hotels & local restaurants • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Included activities, such as a traditional

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Maori Hangi, a thrilling Shotover Jet ride & a trip up Auckland’s Sky Tower • A stellar Trip Manager & Driver team, plus Local Guides in some destinations • A modern air-conditioned coach decked out with power points, on-board WiFi, movies & a killer sound system • ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities

We Love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

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DISCOVERY PLUS

19 DAYS - FROM A$3289 PP*/A$174 P/DAY* FOR GREAT SAVINGS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

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PAIHIA 2 Russell Parry Kauri Park

AUCKLAND 1 TASMAN SEA

WAITOMO 1

2 ROTORUA Huka Falls

TAUPO 1 NORTH ISLAND

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Haast Pass Wanaka

Arthur’s Pass

Lake Tekapo

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Milford Sound

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Places visited Nightstops Optional start/end city Milford Sound highlight optional

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NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 14 nights in hotels, 4 nights in lodges

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Auckland to Paihia. Meet your Contiki Team & travel mates before heading north to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled out vibes, amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish ‘n’ chips for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip. Hotel (D) See the iconic Sky Tower & harbour, made famous by the America’s Cup Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri Park See Kawakawa’s famous Hundertwasser toilets M Fishing trip

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Day 2: Paihia. Paihia is the perfect place to relax.

Chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands, or get into the water sports. Hotel (B) M ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ tour with off-roading & sand dune ‘surfing’ Day 3: Paihia to Auckland. Back in Auckland, we’ll show you the city spots before heading up the iconic Sky Tower. A VIP pass at one of our favourite bars awaits tonight. Hotel (B) Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry VIP pass at an Auckland nightspot

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Day 4: Auckland to Waitomo. Get into the adrenaline activities today before a BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (B,D) BBQ or roast dinner (seasonal) M Black water rafting

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Day 5: Waitomo to Rotorua. In Rotorua, we’ll show you the sights then tonight experience a traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance.

Hotel (B,D) Rotorua city tour Maori Hangi dinner & concert

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Day 6: Rotorua. Take advantage of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B) Day 7: Rotorua to Lake Taupo. Check out the famous mud pools before it’s onto Huka Falls. At Lake Taupo, you can opt for a cruise on the lake tonight, where you can fish, eat & party into the night. Hotel (B) See Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools See Taupo’s Huka Falls

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Day 8: Lake Taupo to Wellington. Check out the landscapes along the Desert Road en route to the capital, Wellington, where we’ll show you the city sights. Then tonight it’s VIP bar entry! Hotel (B) Drive along the Desert Road & Kapiti Coast Orientation tour of Wellington VIP pass at a local nightspot

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Day 9: Wellington. Chill your way today. Hit the shops along Lambton Quay or Cuba Street Mall.

With some of the country’s best coffee, taking a break with a ‘flat white’ is a must. Hotel (B) Day 10: Wellington to Christchurch. Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to the South Island.

Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline, to the charmingly English city of Christchurch.

Hotel (B) Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough & Queen Charlotte Sounds Stop at a seal colony & Kaikoura

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Day 11: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier.

Venture through the Southern Alps & along the rugged West Coast to Hokitika & later on to Franz Josef. Lodge (B,D) Christchurch city tour Scenic drive across the Southern Alps Stop at Arthur’s Pass Native greenstone demonstration & carving

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Day 12: Franz Josef Glacier. Hitting the ice is a must. From walks & hikes to heli rides, the day is yours to enjoy. Lodge (B) M Franz Josef ‘Ice Explorer’

Day 13: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown.

Today we head through Haast Pass & Thunder Creek Falls. Visit lakeside Wanaka & Arrowtown before hitting Queenstown, the world’s adventure capital. Hotel (B) Day 14: Queenstown. Take a ride on the Shotover Jet, then get into the Queenstown vibes. The nightlife here is awesome & we’ll take you to our favourite nightstop. Hotel (B) Ride the iconic Shotover Jet VIP nightclub entry M Skyswing 400m above the town

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Day 14 - 16: Ski Queenstown option.

Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel (B)(B)(B,D) Days 15 - 16: Queenstown. From bungy jumps, canyon swings & gondolas to the Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do & the choice is all yours. Hotel (B)(B,D) M Tandem skydive Day 17: Queenstown to Dunedin. Today we’re off to the ‘student city’ Dunedin, where we’ll try the famous beer on a guided tour of Speights Brewery.

Hotel (B) Stop at Bungy bridge & Alexandra Speights Brewery tour

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Day 18: Dunedin to Lake Ohau. See the world’s steepest street, then it’s onto Moeraki to see the huge beach boulders. Later, Lake Ohau will impress, with epic views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps.

Lodge (B,D) Visit Baldwin St Visit Moeraki Boulders, Oamaru & Benmore Dam

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Day 19: Lake Ohau to Christchurch. Maybe take a scenic glacier flight before heading through Mackenzie Country back to Christchurch where your trip ends. (B) Stop at Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo & Geraldine See the famous Church of the Good Shepherd M Scenic flight at Mt Cook

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Code: NGZAD 2015/16 Code: NGZCD 2015/16 Start Auckland

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Total Cost A$ pp*

24 INCLUDED MEALS 18 breakfasts (B), 6 dinners (D)

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INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

• Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips dinner • Sky Tower visit with 360 degree views of Auckland • Traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance in Rotorua • ‘The Incredible Race’, Te Puia • Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride • Dinner at Winnie’s pizza pub in Queenstown Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

Single room supplement (trip only) add A$1635/add A$415 twin-share.

NGZAD: Start Auckland 9:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm.

ME TIME OPTIONS

NGZCD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm.

■ These departures are during Australian University holidays.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.34.

MILFORD SOUND ME TIME HIGHLIGHT OPTIONAL Take a break & try something different – a day trip & boat cruise on the World Heritage listed Milford Sound.

This slice of paradise is known for its gorgeous waters, wildlife like whales & dolphins & incredible scenery. See the ME Time highlight optional box on p.27 for more.

THE BIG TIKI

M Race down a hill inside an OGO ball M Visit Hobbiton Village from The Lord of the Rings M Fishing trip on Lake Taupo M AJ Hackett bungy jump in M Cruise stunning Milford Sound See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE Queenstown’s Fergburger is THE place to get the ultimate burger fix. ‘Mr Big Stuff’ is one of our favourites. Our tip; make sure you go on an empty stomach – these are huge & amazing!

START/END QUEENSTOWN - 17 DAYS

FROM A$3009 PP* A$177 PER DAY

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STUCK FOR TIME? We’ve got a shorter 17-day version of The Big Tiki that starts or ends in Queenstown.

• For 17 day price, deduct up to A$280 from price in the price box • 17 day trip starts or ends at Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Q’town • Code: NDZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 9:00am/End 10:00am • Code: NDZCD (ex: Queenstown) Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm • Twin room supp: A$375. Single room supp: A$1475.

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YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Auckland to Christchurch. Or save up to A$80 if you travel from Christchurch to Auckland.

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NEW ZEALAND

DISCOVERY PLUS

16 DAYS - FROM A$2865 PP*/A$180 P/DAY* SAVE

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LE MI TY H NE AC NI BE

Auckland

TASMAN SEA

2 ROTORUA

WAITOMO 1 Huka Falls

1 TAUPO NORTH ISLAND Tongariro N.P.

COOK STRAIT

Picton

2 WELLINGTON

KA IKO UR AC OA ST

SOUTH ISLAND Kaikoura

Hokitika

Arthur’s Pass

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 2

1 Christchurch

Haast Pass Lake Tekapo Wanaka

1 LAKE

OHAU

Milford Sound

QUEENSTOWN 4

PACIFIC OCEAN

Alexandra

1 1

QUEENSTOWN

DUNEDIN Places visited Nightstops Optional start/end city Milford Sound highlight optional

SNAPSHOT

KIWIANA PANORAMA

15

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 11 nights in hotels, 4 nights in lodges

20

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING

INCLUDED MEALS 15 breakfasts (B), 5 dinners (D)

Day 1: Auckland to Waitomo. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel mates & set out for Waitomo.

Get into the adrenaline cave activities here before a BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (D) BBQ or roast dinner (seasonal)

Day 11 - 13: Ski Queenstown option.

Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel (B)(B)(B,D)

•

Day 2: Waitomo to Rotorua. In Rotorua we’ll show you the sights then tonight, experience a traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance.

Hotel (B,D) Rotorua city tour Maori Hangi dinner & concert M Skyline gondola & luge rides

• •

Day 3: Rotorua. Take advantage of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B) M Race down a hill inside a transparent Ogo ball Day 4: Rotorua to Lake Taupo. Check out the famous mud pools before it’s on to Huka Falls. At Lake Taupo, you can opt for a cruise on the lake tonight, where you can fish, eat & party into the night. Hotel (B) See Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools See Taupo’s Huka Falls

• •

Day 5: Lake Taupo to Wellington. Check out the landscapes along the Desert Road en route to the capital, Wellington, where we’ll show you the city sights. Then tonight it’s VIP bar entry! Hotel (B) Drive along the Desert Road & Kapiti Coast Orientation tour of Wellington VIP pass at a local nightspot

• • •

Day 6: Wellington. Chill your way today. Hit the shops along Lambton Quay or Cuba Street Mall.

With some of the country’s best coffee, taking a break with a ‘flat white’ is a must. Hotel (B) M Quad biking adventure

Days 12 - 13: Queenstown. From bungy jumps, canyon swings & gondolas to the Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do & the choice is all yours. Hotel (B)(B,D) M Bungy jumping Day 14: Queenstown to Dunedin. Today we’re off to the ‘student city’ Dunedin, where we’ll try the famous beer on a guided tour of Speights Brewery.

Hotel (B) Stop at Bungy Bridge & Alexandra Speights Brewery tour

• •

Day 15: Dunedin to Lake Ohau. See the world’s steepest street, then it’s on to Moeraki to see the huge beach boulders. Later, Lake Ohau will impress, with epic views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps.

Lodge (B,D) Visit Baldwin St Visit Moeraki Boulders, Oamaru & Benmore Dam

• •

Day 16: Lake Ohau to Christchurch. Maybe take a scenic glacier flight before heading through Mackenzie Country back to Christchurch where your trip ends. (B) Stop at Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo & Geraldine See the famous Church of the Good Shepherd M Scenic flight past glaciers & Mt. Cook, NZ’s highest peak

• •

Day 7: Wellington to Christchurch. Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to the South Island.

Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline, to the charmingly English city of Christchurch.

Hotel (B) Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough & Queen Charlotte Sounds Stop at a seal colony & Kaikoura

• •

Total Cost A$ pp*

Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan Jan

23 31 8 16 24 2 10 18 22 26 30 3 7 11 15

2915 2915 2915 2915 2915 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985

Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

2016 Jan 4 Jan Jan 8 Jan Jan 12 Jan Jan 16 Jan Jan 20 Feb Jan 24 Feb Jan 28 Feb Feb 1 Feb Feb 5 Feb Feb 9 Feb Feb 17 Mar Feb 25 Mar Mar 4 Mar Mar 12 Mar Mar 20 Apr Apr 5 Apr Apr 21 May Apr 29 May May 7 May May 23 Jun Jun 8 Jun Jun 24 Jul Jul 2 ■ Jul Jul 10 ■ Jul Jul 18 Aug Jul 26 Aug Aug 11 Aug Aug 27 Sep Sep 4 Sep Sep 12 Sep Sep 20 Oct Sep 28 ■ Oct

19 23 27 31 4 8 12 16 20 24 3 11 19 27 4 20 6 14 22 7 23 9 17 25 2 10 26 11 19 27 5 13

2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2985 2939 2939 2939 2939 2939 2939 2939 2915 2915 2915 2915 2915 2915 2915 2915 2915 2915

2015 Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

8 16 24 1 9 17 25 3 7 11 15 19 23 27 31

Start C’church

Finish Auckland

Total Cost A$ pp*

Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan

20 28 5 13 21 29 7 15 19 23 27 31 4 8 12

2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2955 2955 2955

2016 Jan 1 Jan 16 Jan 5 Jan 20 Jan 9 Jan 24 Jan 13 Jan 28 Jan 17 Feb 1 Jan 21 Feb 5 Jan 25 Feb 9 Jan 29 Feb 13 Feb 2 Feb 17 Feb 6 Feb 21 Feb 14 Feb 29 Feb 22 Mar 8 Mar 1 Mar 16 Mar 9 Mar 24 Mar 17 Apr 1 Apr 2 ■ Apr 17 Apr 18 May 3 Apr 26 May 11 May 4 May 19 May 20 Jun 4 Jun 5 Jun 20 Jun 21 Jul 6 Jun 29 Jul 14 Jul 7 ■ Jul 22 Jul 15 Jul 30 Jul 23 Aug 7 Aug 8 Aug 23 Aug 24 Sep 8 Sep 1 Sep 16 Sep 9 Sep 24 Sep 17 Oct 2 Sep 25 ■ Oct 10

2955 2955 2955 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2889 2889 2889 2889 2889 2889 2889 2889 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865

2015 5 13 21 29 6 14 22 30 4 8 12 16 20 24 28

NPZAD: Start Auckland 9:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm.

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance in Rotorua • Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride • ‘The Incredible Race’, Te Puia • Dinner at Winnie’s pizza pub in Queenstown • Tour & tasting at the iconic Speights Brewery Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M See the famous glowworms & rock formations in Waitomo M Lake Taupo Rocks ‘n’ Ropes adventure course M Wine tour of the Wairarapa M Cruise stunning Milford Sound See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

NPZCD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm.

■ These departures are during Australian University holidays.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.34.

• • • •

Day 11: Queenstown. Take a ride on the Shotover Jet, then get into the Queenstown vibes. The nightlife here is awesome & we’ll take you to our favourite nightstop. Hotel (B) Ride the iconic Shotover Jet VIP nightclub entry M Whitewater rafting

Finish C’church

Single room supplement (trip only) add A$1379/add A$319 twin-share.

Day 8: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier.

Venture through the Southern Alps & along the rugged West Coast to Hokitika & later on to Franz Josef. Lodge (B,D) Christchurch city tour Scenic drive across the Southern Alps Stop at Arthur’s Pass Native greenstone demonstration & carving

Day 10: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown.

Today we head through Haast Pass & Thunder Creek Falls. Visit lakeside Wanaka & Arrowtown before hitting Queenstown, the world’s adventure capital. Hotel (B)

Start Auckland

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

• •

Day 9: Franz Josef Glacier. Hitting the ice is a must. From walks & hikes to heli rides, the day is yours to enjoy. Lodge (B) M Heli-hike tour M Ice climbing

Code: NPZAD 2015/16 Code: NPZCD 2015/16

Shopaholics listen up! Cuba Street in Wellington is filled with cute boutiques, big name brands & funky vintage stores. This is shopping & people watching at its best.

KIWIANA PANORAMA MILFORD SOUND ME TIME HIGHLIGHT OPTIONAL Take a break & try something different – a day trip & boat cruise on the World Heritage listed Milford Sound. This slice of paradise is known for its gorgeous waters, wildlife like whales & dolphins & incredible scenery. See the ME Time highlight optional box on p.27 for more.

START/END QUEENSTOWN - 14 DAYS

FROM A$2585 PP* A$185 PER DAY STUCK FOR TIME? We’ve got a shorter 14-day Kiwiana Panorama trip that starts or ends in Queenstown.

• For 14-day price, deduct up to A$280 from price in the price box • 14-day trip starts or ends at Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Q’town • Code: NBZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 9:00am/End 10:00am • Code: NBZCD (ex: Queenstown) Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm • Twin room supp: A$275. Single room supp: A$1219.

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LOCAL CULTURE

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YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Auckland to Christchurch.

Or save up to A$50 if you travel from Christchurch to Auckland.

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

GET TO KNOW NEW ZEALAND LIKE THE LOCALS DO WITH AN IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TRIP. STICKING MAINLY TO ONE OF THE TWO ISLANDS THAT MAKE UP NEW ZEALAND, THESE TRIPS OFFER AN AUTHENTIC PEEK INTO KIWI CULTURE. 3 TRIPS / 7-10 DAYS

INCLUDED

Sun & Steam ...................................... p.23

• Your choice of a single, twin-share or quad-share room • Breakfast each day, plus some included dinners at hotels and local restaurants • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Included activities, such as a local fish’n’chip dinner, a traditional Maori Hangi and a guided tour of Ohinemutu Maori Village

• A stellar Trip Manager & Driver team, plus Local Guides in some destinations • A modern air-conditioned coach decked out with power points, on-board WiFi, movies & a killer sound system • ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities

Contiki.com/in-depth-explorer-new-zealand

We Love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

Northern ‘Choice’ ............................ p.24 ‘Sweet as’ South .............................. p.26

LE MI TY H NE AC NI BE

PA AIHIA AI A 2

Russell Parry Kauri Park

AUCKLAND D 1 TASMAN SEA

WAITOMO O 1

2 ROTORUA

NORTH ISLAND

ROTORUA 1

Places visited Nightstops

SNAPSHOT

South Island

6

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

5 nights in hotels, 1 night in a lodge

9

SUN & STEAM

INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)

7 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM A$1305 PP*/A$187 P/DAY* SAVE

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ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Auckland to Paihia. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel mates before heading north to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled out vibes, amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish ‘n’ chips for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip & get into the endless summer atmosphere.

Hotel (D) See the Waitemata Harbour, made famous by the America’s Cup Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri Park Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s famous Hundertwasser toilets

• • •

Day 2: Paihia. Paihia is the perfect place to relax.

Chill out on the beach, see the Maori tribal lands & learn about NZ’s history, or do it like the locals & get into some water sports. Hotel (B) Day 3: Paihia to Auckland. Back in Auckland, we’ll show you the city spots before jetting up the city’s iconic Sky Tower. A VIP pass at one of our favourite Auckland nightspots will set you up for an awesome night out. We love Ponsonby Road for some of the city’s best spots to party too.

Hotel (B) Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry VIP pass at an Auckland nightspot

• •

Day 4: Auckland to Waitomo. Get into the adrenaline cave activities here before a BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (B,D) Traditional Kiwi BBQ or roast (seasonal) M Black water rafting in a rubber ring through underground caves

•

Day 5: Waitomo to Rotorua. Tonight, go local as you indulge in a traditional Maori Hangi & pick up some tips from the locals at a traditional Maori dance performance. Hotel (B,D) Rotorua city tour Maori Hangi dinner & concert

• •

INCLUSIONS

Code: NRZAD 2015/16 Day 6: Rotorua. With a free day, take advantage of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B) M Race down a hill inside an OGO ball Day 7: Rotorua to Auckland. Today you’ll take a transfer back to Auckland, so it’s time to swap email addresses as your trip ends on arrival. (B) Please note: The transfer from Rotorua to Auckland is not operated by Contiki, but a third party operator.

BAY OF ISLANDS

Start Auckland

Finish Auckland

Total Cost A$ pp*

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan

11 19 27 4 12 20 28 6 10 14 18 22 26 30 3

1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335

Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb

7 11 15 19 23 27 31 4

1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335

2015 Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

5 13 21 29 6 14 22 30 4 8 12 16 20 24 28

1 5 9 13 17 21 25 29

Finish Auckland

Total Cost A$ pp*

2016

2016 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan

Start Auckland

Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep

2 Feb 8 6 Feb 12 14 Feb 20 22 Feb 28 1 Mar 7 9 Mar 15 17 Mar 23 2 ■ Apr 8 18 Apr 24 26 May 2 4 May 10 20 May 26 5 Jun 11 21 Jun 27 29 Jul 5 7 ■ Jul 13 15 Jul 21 23 Jul 29 8 Aug 14 24 Aug 30 1 Sep 7 9 Sep 15 17 Sep 23 25 ■ Oct 1

1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

• An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips dinner • Sky Tower visit in Auckland • ‘The Incredible Race’, Te Puia • Traditional Maori Hangi & dance in Rotorua Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkelling with lunch M Skyline gondola & luge rides See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

Single room supplement add A$525/add A$149 twin-share.

Start Auckland 9:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm.

■ These departures are during Australian University holidays.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

For travel insurance see p.34.

LOCAL CULTURE Head to the world-class Rotorua Museum to discover Rotorua’s rich culture, volatile landscape & dramatic history.

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/STEAM

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NEW ZEALAND

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

10 DAYS - FROM A$1819 PP*/A$182 P/DAY* SAVE

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LE MI TY H NE AC NI BE

PAIHIA 2

Russell Parry Kauri Park

AUCKLAND 1 TASMAN SEA

WAITOMO 1

2 ROTORUA

Huka Falls

1 TAUPO NORTH ISLAND Tongariro N.P.

COOK STRAIT Picton

2 WELLINGTON

KA IKO UR AC OA ST

SOUTH ISLAND Kaikoura

Christchurch

PACIFIC OCEAN

1

ROTORUA

Places visited Nightstops Optional start/end city

SNAPSHOT

NORTHERN ‘CHOICE’

9

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 8 nights in hotels, 1 night in a lodge

12

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Auckland to Paihia. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel mates before heading to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled out vibes, amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish ‘n’ chips for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip & get into the endless summer atmosphere.

Hotel (D) See the iconic Sky Tower & harbour, made famous by the America’s Cup Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri Park Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s famous Hundertwasser toilets

• • •

Day 2: Paihia. Paihia is the perfect place to relax.

Chill out on the beach or even on a boat, visit the Maori tribal lands & learn about NZ’s history, or do it like the locals & get into some watersports. Hotel (B) M Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkelling with lunch Day 3: Paihia to Auckland. Back in Auckland, we’ll show you the city spots before jetting up the city’s iconic Sky Tower. A VIP pass at one of our favourite Auckland nightspots will set you up for an awesome night out. We love Ponsonby Road for some of the city’s best spots to party too. Hotel (B) Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry VIP pass at an Auckland nightspot

• •

Day 4: Auckland to Waitomo. Get into the adrenaline cave activities here before a BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (B,D) BBQ or roast dinner (seasonal) M Black water rafting through underground caves

•

Day 5: Waitomo to Rotorua. Tonight, go local as you indulge in a traditional Maori Hangi & pick up some tips from the locals at a traditional Maori dance performance. Hotel (B,D) Rotorua city tour Maori Hangi dinner & concert

• •

INCLUDED MEALS Day 6: Rotorua. With a free day, take advantage of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B) Day 7: Rotorua to Lake Taupo. Check out the areas famous mud pools before it’s on to Huka falls – there’s your chance for a ride on the famous Huka Jet! At Lake Taupo, grabbing a bite by the water is a must. You could opt for a dinner cruise on the lake tonight, where you can fish, eat & party into the night. Hotel (B) See Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools See Taupo’s Huka Falls M Fun evening lake cruise including fishing

• •

Day 8: Lake Taupo to Wellington. Check out the awesome landscapes along the Desert Road on route to the windy capital, Wellington, where we’ll show you the sights around this arty city. VIP bar entry means you’ll start the night out in style.

Hotel (B) Drive along the Desert Road & Kapiti Coast Orientation tour of Wellington including Mt. Victoria VIP pass at a local nightspot

• • •

Day 9: Wellington. Chill your way today. Maybe hit the shops along Lambton Quay & Courtney Place or Cuba Street Mall with its street performers & cool local characters. With some of the country’s best coffee & cafés found in ‘Welly’, taking a break with a ‘flat white’ is a must. Hotel (B) Day 10: Wellington to Christchurch. Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to the South Island.

Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline, to the charmingly English city of Christchurch where your trip ends on arrival. (B) Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough & Queen Charlotte Sounds Stop at a seal colony & Kaikoura

• •

9 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)

Code: NNHAD 2015/16 Code: NNHCD 2015/16 Start Auckland

Finish C’church

Total Cost A$ pp*

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan

14 22 30 7 15 23 1 9 13 17 21 25 29 2 6

1849 1849 1849 1849 1849 1849 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899

2016 Jan 1 Jan 10 Jan 5 Jan 14 Jan 9 Jan 18 Jan 13 Jan 22 Jan 17 Jan 26 Jan 21 Jan 30 Jan 25 Feb 3 Jan 29 Feb 7 Feb 2 Feb 11 Feb 6 Feb 15 Feb 14 Feb 23 Feb 22 Mar 2 Mar 1 Mar 10 Mar 9 Mar 18 Mar 17 Mar 26 Apr 2 ■ Apr 11 Apr 18 Apr 27 Apr 26 May 5 May 4 May 13 May 20 May 29 Jun 5 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 30 Jun 29 Jul 8 Jul 7 ■ Jul 16 Jul 15 Jul 24 Jul 23 Aug 1 Aug 8 Aug 17 Aug 24 Sep 2 Sep 1 Sep 10 Sep 9 Sep 18 Sep 17 Sep 26 Sep 25 ■ Oct 4

1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1849 1849 1849 1849 1849 1849 1849 1849 1849

5 13 21 29 6 14 22 30 4 8 12 16 20 24 28

Finish Auckland

Total Cost A$ pp*

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan

15 23 31 8 16 24 2 10 18 22 26 30 3 7

1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1879 1879 1879

2016 Jan 2 Jan 11 Jan 6 Jan 15 Jan 10 Jan 19 Jan 14 Jan 23 Jan 18 Jan 27 Jan 22 Jan 31 Jan 26 Feb 4 Jan 30 Feb 8 Feb 3 Feb 12 Feb 7 Feb 16 Feb 11 Feb 20 Feb 15 Feb 24 Feb 23 Mar 3 Mar 2 Mar 11 Mar 10 Mar 19 Mar 18 Mar 27 Mar 26 ■ Apr 4 Apr 11 Apr 20 Apr 27 May 6 May 5 May 14 May 13 May 22 May 29 Jun 7 Jun 14 Jun 23 Jun 30 Jul 9 Jul 8 ■ Jul 17 Jul 16 Jul 25 Jul 24 Aug 2 Aug 1 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 26 Sep 2 Sep 11 Sep 10 Sep 19 Sep 18 Sep 27 Sep 26 ■ Oct 5

1879 1879 1879 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1839 1839 1839 1839 1839 1839 1839 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819

2015

2015 Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

Start C’church

Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

6 14 22 30 7 15 23 1 9 13 17 21 25 29

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add A$799/add A$215 twin-share.

NNHAD: Start Auckland 9:00am & end Christchurch 7:00pm.

NNHCD: Start Christchurch 7:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm.

■ These departures are during Australian University holidays.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.34.

NORTHERN CHOICE START/END WELLINGTON - 10 DAYS

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips dinner • Sky Tower visit with 360 degree views of Auckland • ‘The Incredible Race’, Te Puia • Traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance in Rotorua Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls M Guided tours of Ruakuri or Waitomo Caves to see the glowworms & rock formations M OGO ball racing M Quad biking adventure See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE Sweet tooth? Buy a pack of Pineapple Lumps – these Kiwi favourites are seriously delish & a pack to take home is an essential!

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ CHOICE

FROM A$1669 PP* A$167 PER DAY WANT WELLINGTON? You can choose to start or end your Northern ‘Choice’ trip in Wellington & see even more.

• Trip starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel, Wellington • Code: NNZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 9:00am/End 10:00am • Code: NNZCD (ex: Wellington) Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm • Twin room supp: A$215. Single room supp: A$799.

ROTORUA

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NEW ZEALAND

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

9 DAYS - FROM A$1489 PP*/A$166 P/DAY* SAVE

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LE MI TY H NE AC NI BE

TASMAN SEA

NORTH ISLAND

COOK STRAIT Wellington Picton

KA IKO UR AC OA ST

SOUTH ISLAND Kaikoura

Hokitika

Arthur’s Pass

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 2

1 Christchurch

Haast Pass Wanaka Milford Sound

Lake Tekapo

1 LAKE

OHAU

QUEENSTOWN 4 1

QUEENSTOWN

Places visited Nightstops 10 day extension nightstop Optional start/end city Milford Sound highlight optional

DUNEDIN 1

SNAPSHOT

‘SWEET AS’ SOUTH

8

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 5 nights in hotels, 3 nights in lodges

11

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Christchurch to Lake Ohau. Meet up with your Contiki Team then check out the views of Mackenzie country & Lake Tekapo. On arrival, Lake Ohau will impress, its epic views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps are seriously stunning. Lodge (D) Stop at Lake Pukaki & Lake Tekapo & Geraldine See the famous Church of the Good Shepherd Chill at our theme party tonight M Scenic flight past lakes, glaciers & Aoraki/Mt. Cook, NZ’s highest peak

• • •

Day 2: Lake Ohau to Dunedin. Head to Moeraki for a look at the massive boulders located by the beach. Later, it’s a change of scene in the ‘student city’ Dunedin, try the city’s famous beer on a guided tour of Speights Brewery. Later tonight, maybe head to the Octagon area of town for a fun night out. Hotel (B) Stop at Oamaru & Benmore Dam Visit Moeraki Boulders Speights Heritage & Brewery tour Visit Baldwin St (the world’s steepest street)

• • • •

Day 3: Dunedin to Queenstown. It’s time to hit legendary Queenstown, the world’s adventure capital. On arrival, we’ll take a quick tour to get your bearings. This town goes off, so maybe grab a delicious ‘FergBurger’ & head into town for a night out. Hotel (B)

INCLUDED MEALS Day 7: Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier. We’ll drop into Arrowtown & lakeside Wanaka, then keep an eye out for wildlife as we head through stunning Haast Pass & Thunder Creek Falls before arriving in NZ’s iconic glacial spot, Franz Josef. Lodge (B,D) Explore tiny Arrowtown Scenic drive through Haast Pass & see Thunder Creek Falls

• •

Day 8: Franz Josef Glacier. The day is yours – so hitting the ice is a must. From walks & hikes or heli rides, to just chilling in Franz, the day is yours to enjoy your way. Lodge (B) M Fly to & walk on the glacier M Ice climbing Day 9: Franz Josef Glacier to Christchurch. Today we make tracks through the Alps to Christchurch!

We stop in Hokitika to learn about NZ’s native greenstone & how it’s carved, before it’s time to say your goodbyes & swap contact details with your travel mates as your trip ends on arrival in Christchurch. (B) Scenic drive across the Southern Alps Stop at Arthur’s Pass Native greenstone demonstration & carving

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Day 4: Queenstown. Take a ride on the Shotover Jet this morning, before the afternoon is yours to get into the Queenstown vibes. The nightlife here is awesome & VIP entry will make sure you start the night out right. Hotel (B) Ride the iconic Shotover Jet VIP nightclub entry

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Day 4 - 6: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel. (B)(B)(B,D) Days 5 - 6: Queenstown. From bungy jumps, canyon swings, luging, gondolas & jet boat rides to the Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do in this legendary town & the choice is all yours. With little shops & a stunning lakeside setting, a stroll through town & relaxing by the lake is a must. Hotel (B)(B,D) M Canyon swing on a giant rope across the Shotover River, 109m up!

MILFORD SOUND ME TIME HIGHLIGHT OPTIONAL If you’ve done a bungy, rafted & jetboated your way around Queenstown – why not mix it up & take a day trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound. We head to this stunning World Heritage listed area, then jump on-board a boat & cruise these incredible waters to experience this slice of paradise.

Keep your eyes peeled for whales, dolphins & seals amongst this incredible scenery.

You can choose to take the coach back to Queenstown, or there’s also the option to fly – it is up to you. Experience it for yourself!

8 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)

Code: NSZCD 2015/16 Code: NSZAD 2015/16 Start C’church

Finish C’church

Total Cost A$ pp*

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan

13 21 29 6 14 22 30 8 12 16 20 24 28 1 5

1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525

2016 Jan 1 Jan 9 Jan 5 Jan 13 Jan 9 Jan 17 Jan 13 Jan 21 Jan 17 Jan 25 Jan 21 Jan 29 Jan 25 Feb 2 Jan 29 Feb 6 Feb 2 Feb 10 Feb 6 Feb 14 Feb 14 Feb 22 Feb 22 Mar 1 Mar 1 Mar 9 Mar 9 Mar 17 Mar 17 Mar 25 Apr 2 ■ Apr 10 Apr 18 Apr 26 Apr 26 May 4 May 4 May 12 May 20 May 28 Jun 5 Jun 13 Jun 21 Jun 29 Jun 29 Jul 7 Jul 7 ■ Jul 15 Jul 15 Jul 23 Jul 23 Jul 31 Aug 8 Aug 16 Aug 24 Sep 1 Sep 1 Sep 9 Sep 9 Sep 17 Sep 17 Sep 25 Sep 25 ■ Oct 3

1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489

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Start C’church

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15 23 31 8 16 24 2 10 18 22 26 30 3 7

1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525

2016 Jan 3 Jan 11 Jan 7 Jan 15 Jan 11 Jan 19 Jan 15 Jan 23 Jan 19 Jan 27 Jan 23 Jan 31 Jan 27 Feb 4 Jan 31 Feb 8 Feb 4 Feb 12 Feb 8 Feb 16 Feb 12 Feb 20 Feb 16 Feb 24 Feb 24 Mar 3 Mar 3 Mar 11 Mar 11 Mar 19 Mar 19 Mar 27 Mar 27 ■ Apr 4 Apr 12 Apr 20 Apr 28 May 6 May 6 May 14 May 14 May 22 May 30 Jun 7 Jun 15 Jun 23 Jul 1 Jul 9 Jul 9 ■ Jul 17 Jul 17 Jul 25 Jul 25 Aug 2 Aug 2 Aug 10 Aug 18 Aug 26 Sep 3 Sep 11 Sep 11 Sep 19 Sep 19 Sep 27 Sep 27 ■ Oct 5

1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489

2015 Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

7 15 23 31 8 16 24 2 10 14 18 22 26 30

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add A$685/add A$175 twin-share.

NSZCD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm.

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Tour & tasting at the iconic Speights Brewery • Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride • Dinner at Winnie’s pizza pub in Queenstown Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Scenic helicopter flight to see Mt. Cook & land on Fox Glacier M Cruise stunning Milford Sound See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE Head to a local Kiwi ‘Dairy’, filled with sweet treats & tip-top icecream, pick your scoops & enjoy!

NSZAD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm.

■ These departures are during Australian University holidays.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.34.

‘SWEET AS’ SOUTH START/END WELLINGTON - 10 DAYS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ SWEETAS

FROM A$1759 PP* A$176 PER DAY GOT MORE TIME? We’ve got a longer 10-day version of the ‘Sweet as’ South trip that starts or ends in Wellington.

• For 10-day price, add up to A$270 to price in the price box • 10-day trip starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel, Wellington • Code: NSHCD (ex: Christchurch) Start 9:00am/End 4:00pm • Code: NSHAD (ex: Wellington) Start 7:00am/End 6:00pm • Twin room supp: A$205. Single room supp: A$839.

SAVE

FOR GREAT SAVINGS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

YOUR CHOICE You can start this trip in Christchurch or Wellington & travel it in reverse.

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EASY PACE

SOMETIMES TAKING IT SLOW IS THE ONLY WAY TO GO. EASY PACE TRIPS ARE FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO TAKE LIFE DOWN A GEAR. SPEND LONGER DOING THINGS YOU LOVE, LIKE EXPLORING MUSEUMS IN AUCKLAND OR BUNGY JUMPING IN QUEENSTOWN. 1 TRIP / 7 DAYS Fire ‘n’ Ice ................................... p.29

New for 2015

INCLUDED • Breakfast each day, plus some included dinners at hotels and local restaurants • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Taking in the stunning views of New Zealand on an included flight from Auckland to Queenstown • Included activities, such as a thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride, ConKiwiana cooking experience and tasting a famous ‘Fergburger’

Contiki.com/easy-pace-new-zealand

• A Trip Manager & Driver team who will be your oracle on all things New Zealand • A modern air-conditioned coach decked out with power points, on-board WiFi, movies & a killer sound system • ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities

We Love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

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NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

7 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM A$1865 PP*/A$267 P/DAY* SAVE

3 nights in hotels, 3 nights in lodges

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NEW TRIP

INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D)

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Arrive Auckland. Meet up with your Contiki Team & fellow travellers before heading out to explore what the locals call ‘the big little city’. With 3 nights here, there’s so much time for sights, exploring, shopping & more. First up is a trip to stunning Waiheke Island, soak up the beautiful beaches, local vineyards & laid-back seaside life.

Later, take in the Auckland views from the top of the world famous Sky Tower before a delicious local dinner with the group. Hotel (D) Waiheke Island ferry & tour

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Day 2: Auckland. Wake up, grab a bite & enjoy a free day in Auckland to explore your way. Opt to crew a former Americas Cup racing yacht in Auckland’s stunning harbour or enjoy some ME Time with no shortage of things to see, do & experience. Later, advance your culinary skills at the ConKiwiana cooking experience! Hotel (B,D) ConKiwiana cooking experience M Americas Cup sailing M Auckland Bridge climb

Code: FINIC 2015/16 in the Minus 5 Ice Bar • Chill the iconic Shotover Jet • Ride • Experience a ‘Fergburger’

Start Auckland

Days 5 - 6: Queenstown. From bungy jumps, canyon swings, luging, gondolas & jet boat rides to Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do in this town & the choice is all yours.

With little shops & a stunning lakeside setting, a stroll through town & relaxing by the lake is a must.

Lodge (B)(B,D) Skyline dinner & gondola M Bungy jumping M Walter Peak horse riding

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Days 4 - 6: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel (B)(B)(B,D)

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Day 3: Auckland. Enjoy your final free day in this great city, take some time to see Auckland Art Gallery or Auckland Musuem, hit the shops on Ponsonby Road or Newmarket, or head around to the Eastern Bays for some beach time & an ice cream, with stunning Rangitoto Island as your backdrop. Hotel (B) M Kelly Tarlton’s Sealife Aquarium experience Day 4: Queenstown. It’s out of the city & into the action today – our morning begins with a flight to Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world.

Get your adrenaline pumping with a ride on the Shotover Jet & taste test a world famous delicious ‘FergBurger’ before experiencing the legendary nightlife of Queenstown at the Minus 5 Ice Bar. Lodge (B,D)

Day 7: End Queenstown. Our trip ends after breakfast, so it’s time to swap email addresses as you say farewell to your Trip Manager & new friends. (B) Group photo

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Total Start Cost Auckland A$ pp*

Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Jan

24 7 21 12 19 26 2

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Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar

9 16 23 30 6 13 20 27 5 19

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3 10 17 24 31 7 14 21 28 13

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2016

2016 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar

Finish Q’stown

Mar Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep

27 ■ Apr 2 10 Apr 16 24 Apr 30 8 May 14 22 May 28 5 Jun 11 19 Jun 25 26 Jul 2 3 ■ Jul 9 10 ■ Jul 16 17 Jul 23 24 Jul 30 31 Aug 6 7 Aug 13 14 Aug 20 21 Aug 27 28 Sep 3 4 Sep 10 18 Sep 24

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Included flights: Prices above include the land trip & internal flight as specified on the map only & do not include international airfares to or from the trip start & end cities.

Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.34 for important info.

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add A$415/add A$129 twin-share.

FINIC: Start Auckland 9:00am & end Queenstown 10:00am ■ These departures are during Australian University holidays.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.34.

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Included flight from Auckland to Queenstown - one of the World’s great scenic flights

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Dart River Wilderness Safari M Skyswing at The Ledge or Nevis M Ziptrek Ecotours M Milford Sound Discovery M Queenstown wine trail in Gibbston Valley See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more.

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SHORT STAYS

1 TRIP / 3 DAYS

INCLUDED

Jaffas ‘n’ Jandals .................................p.30

• Multi-share hotel accommodation

• A stellar Trip Manager & Driver team, plus Local Guides in some destinations

• Breakfast each day, plus an included fish’n’chips dinner

• A modern air-conditioned coach decked out with power points, on-board WiFi, movies & a killer sound system

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations

Contiki.com/festivals-short-stays-new-zealand

• ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities

• Included activities, such as an Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry

We Love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

SNAPSHOT

BAY OF ISLANDS

2 NIGHTS

ACCOMMODATION 2 nights hotel accommodation

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INCLUDED MEALS 2 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D)

JAFFAS ‘N’ JANDALS INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges ME TIME OPTIONS M Swim with the dolphins in the Bay of Islands M Day tour to ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ with off-roading & sand dune ‘surfing’ See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ JAFFAS

Auckland TASMAN SEA

3 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM A$375 PP*/A$125 P/DAY* SAVE

Parry Kauri Park

FOR GREAT SAVINGS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS 1

Places visited Nightstops

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2015/16 Code: NCZAD / NCZCD Start Finish Total Auckland Auckland Cost A$ pp*

Start Auckland

2015

2016

Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

5 Oct 7 375 13 Oct 15 375 21 Oct 23 375 29 Oct 31 375 6 Nov 8 375 14 Nov 16 375 22 Nov 24 385 30 Dec 2 385 385 4 ● Dec 6 8 Dec 10 385 12 ● Dec 14 385 16 Dec 18 385 20 Dec 22 385 24 Dec 26 385 28 Dec 30 385

2016

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Auckland to Paihia. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel mates before heading north to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled out vibes, amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish & chips for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip & get into the endless summer atmosphere. Hotel (D) See the Waitemata Harbour, made famous by the America’s Cup Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri Park Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s famous Hunderwasser toilets M Exciting parasail adventure; witness breathtaking views as a jet boat pulls you through the open sky

Day 3: Paihia to Auckland. Back in Auckland, we’ll show you the city spots before jetting up the city’s iconic Sky Tower. Then it’s time to swap emails & say your farewells, as your trip ends at 6:00pm. (B) Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry

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Day 2: Paihia. Paihia is the perfect place to relax.

Chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands & learn about NZ’s history, or do it like the locals & get into some watersports. Hotel (B) M Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls

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1 Jan 5 Jan 9 Jan 13 Jan 17 Jan 21 Jan 25 Jan 29 Jan 2 Feb 6 Feb 10 ✚ Feb

3 7 11 15 19 23 27 31 4 8 12

385 385 385 385 385 385 385 385 385 385 385

Feb 14 Feb 18 Feb 22 Mar 1 Mar 9 Mar 17 Mar 25 Apr 2 Apr 18 Apr 26 May 4 May 12 May 20 Jun 5 Jun 21 Jun 29 Jul 7 Jul 15 Jul 23 Jul 31 Aug 8 Aug 24 Sep 1 Sep 9 Sep 17 Sep 25 Oct 3 Oct 11

Finish Total Auckland Cost A$ pp*

Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar ✚ ■ Mar Apr Apr ● Apr May ✚ May May Jun Jun ● Jul ■ Jul Jul Jul ✚ Aug Aug Aug ● Sep Sep Sep ■ Sep ✚ Oct ✚ Oct ✚

385 385 385 385 385 385 385 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 375 375 375 375 375 375 375 375 375 375 375 375

16 20 24 3 11 19 27 4 20 28 6 14 22 7 23 1 9 17 25 2 10 26 3 11 19 27 5 13

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement add A$199/add A$75 twin-share.

Start Auckland 9:00am & end Auckland 6:00pm. ● The trip code for these departures is NCZAD only.

✚ The trip code for these departures is NCZCD only.

■ These departures are during Australian University holidays.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

For travel insurance see p.34.

AUCKLAND

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WINTER & SKI

HIT THE SLOPES ON A WINTER & SKI TRIP, TAKING ADVANTAGE OF QUEENSTOWN’S KILLER SNOW AND AWESOME APRÈS SKI NIGHTLIFE. ENJOY INCLUDED SKI PASSES, DAILY TRANSFERS AND MEGA ME TIME & CREATE LIFELONG MEMORIES. 1 TRIP / 7 DAYS

INCLUDED

Ultimate NZ Ski................................ p.32

• Your choice or a single, twin-share or quad-share room • 4 day ski pass • Daily transfers up and down the mountain • An expert Contiki Ski Rep • A hearty breakfast every day, plus some yummy included dinners

Contiki.com/winter-ski-new-zealand

• Heaps of ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities • Wanna ski AND explore the rest of New Zealand? During the winter months (July/ August), any of our trips that go through Queenstown give you the option to hit the slopes while you’re in town

We Love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

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HIT THE SLOPES IN THE ADVENTURE CAPITAL OF NEW ZEALAND. CREATE EPIC MEMORIES AMONGST THE SNOW-CAPPED MOUNTAINS BY DAY, COUPLED WITH BUSTLING APRÈS-SKI NIGHTLIFE, NZ STYLE. EXPERIENCE THIS ADRENALINE-LACED TRIP, IDEAL FOR THOSE WITH A THIRST FOR ADVENTURE ON OUR ULTIMATE NZ SKI TRIP. SNAPSHOT WHY CHOOSE US • 4-day ski passes • Experience all three of Queenstown’s local ski fields • Daily transfers up & down the mountain • Twin-share or multi-share hotel accommodation • Loads of ME Time activities on offer • Plenty of time to experience Queenstown’s awesome après-ski scene ME TIME OPTIONS Off the mountain there’s plenty of Queenstown must-do’s – so fuel your inner adrenaline junkie:

WHERE YOU’LL BE: There’s no place like this thriving town in the winter! Regardless of being a beginner or advanced skier, Contiki will take you on a journey designed for the adventurer within. Connect with an awesome crew & explore this trendy tourist hotspot offering a diverse array of activities. From adrenaline-packed experiences on or off the slopes to the uber-cool nightlife, surrounded by magnificent lakes & mountains – Queenstown has something for everyone. Allow us to help you maximise your 7 days in this beautiful haven both on & off the mountain… hassle free!

M Rafting on the Kawarau River & heli. flight M A thrilling jetboat ride through the gorge M Meal at Skyline Restaurant M Jetboat, 4WD & hike Mt. Aspiring National Park M 4WD tour through the Middle Earth (Lord of The Rings) M Take a leap at ‘the home of bungy’ M Skyswing at The Ledge or Nevis M Tandem skydive over Lake Wakatipu M Canyon swing the Shotover River M Full day excursion into Milford Sound M Ziptrek flying fox experience M Chill in the Minus 5 Ice Bar M Queenstown wine trail in Gibbston Valley VISIT CONTIKI.COM FOR EVEN MORE

OUR TEAM: The knowledge & expertise of our team is what makes the real difference, so we offer our expert Contiki Ski Rep to enhance your experience.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS: Stay 6 nights in multi-share accommodation. To start your day on the slopes we provide a hearty breakfast & include 2 delicious dinners.

Your Exclusive inclusions consist of a 4 day ski lift pass & we get you to three of Queenstown’s famous ski fields & include daily transfers up & down the

mountain. Also included is all hotel tips, local taxes & service charges.

CULINARY DELIGHTS & NIGHTLIFE: Another benefit of travelling with us is we know the local spots! We include dinner at ‘Winnies’ famous pizza pub.

For your ME Time we suggest the option of dinner at Skyline Restaurant to take in some unbeatable views of Lake Wakatipu & town. For those who are keen, we’ll show you other great eats like Fergburger & some of Queentown’s coolest bars to end off the night.

ME TIME OPTIONALS: We’ve got a selection of adrenalinejunky activities & Queenstown must-do’s lined up for you. There is no better setting for an unforgettable bungy jumping experience – trust us! Why not go to the very place bungy jumping was invented. Go skydiving & get your adrenaline fix as you take to the sky with a stunning view below your feet.

SKI ESSENTIALS – GEAR & HIRE: Don’t buy expensive new gear before you go – we’ll kit you out with hire gear when you arrive. Need lessons? At ski school, instructors will teach you the techniques to get you up on the slopes,

or for the more experienced, teach you ways to improve your know-how.

HOW MUCH? Group lesson rates (ski or board): Coronet Peak

NZ$60

Remarkables

NZ$60

Cardrona

NZ$62

Treble Cone

NZ$63

Equipment hire (prices per day): Skis or snowboard or boots only

NZ$25

Skis, boots & poles or snowboard & boots

NZ$37

Premium skis, boots & poles

NZ$54

Clothing hire (prices per day): Jacket & pants Helmet

NZ$29 NZ$10

Note: Prices above are correct at time of print & include GST. Lessons are for either 1-2 hours depending on ski field.

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NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 6 nights hotel accommodation

7 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM A$1459 PP*/A$209 P/DAY* SAVE

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INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D)

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING

Code: CZSKI 2016

Day 1: Arrive Queenstown. Welcome to legendary Queenstown! Known for its epic mountain lifestyle & cool vibes, this is the ultimate haven for those that love to ski, or those that want to learn. Tonight, meet your Ski Rep & other travellers, before getting to know the group with dinner at one of Queenstown’s most popular restaurants. (D)

Capital’. You could try bungy jumping, skydiving or rafting & that’s just the start. Tonight, head to one of the town’s cool bars or there’s the option of dinner at Skyline Restaurant for some seriously unbeatable views. (B) M Scenic tandem skydive M AJ Hackett bungy jump

Day 2: Queenstown. It’s time to hit the slopes!

Carve up one of Queenstown’s three ski fields – the Remarkables, Coronet Peak & Cadrona are world renowned for their awesome conditions, all offering fantastic runs for beginners through to advanced skiers & riders. And over the next week you’ll try them all. Transfers & lift passes are included, too easy! (B)

Day 5: Queenstown. Today it’s back up the mountain as we visit the last of the three ski fields so you can show off your skills. Transfers & lift passes included. (B)

Day 3: Queenstown. Transfers & lift passes included again today, so it’s perfect for heading up one of the mountains to improve your technique.

If you’re looking for somewhere to head for dinner tonight, we love FergBurger for some seriously delicious treats! (B) Day 4: Queenstown. With a free day, get a taste for the endless activities in the ‘World’s Adventure

Day 6: Queenstown. It’s the final ski day & we’ll give you the choice of mountain to head back to.

Tonight’s our last night, so perhaps finish off the trip by heading out with the group to a few of Queenstown’s bars. (B)(D)

Start Q’town

Finish Q’town

Total Cost A$ pp*

2016 Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul

26 Jul 3 ■ Jul 10 ■ Jul 17 Jul 24 Jul

Start Q’town

Finish Q’town

Total Cost A$ pp*

Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep

1459 1459 1459 1459 1459

INCLUSIONS

2016 2 9 16 23 30

1459 1459 1459 1459 1459

Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug

31 7 14 21 28

6 13 20 27 3

* Prices above are based on multi-share.

Single room supplement add A$425/add A$75 twin-share.

• Our expert Contiki Ski Rep • 4-day ski lift passes & transfers (transfers to & from Queenstown airport on arrival day/departure day are not included) • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

Start Queenstown 5:00pm & end Queenstown 10:00am.

■ These departures are during Australian University holidays.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.34.

ME TIME OPTIONS See opposite page & visit contiki.com for more

Day 7: End Queenstown. Your ski adventure ends after breakfast, so it’s time to say farewell to your travel mates. (B) Please note: Ski & snowboard equipment is available for hire in Queenstown.

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GOT A QUESTION? Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know: ME TIME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES WHEN DO I CHOOSE? Optionals are arranged & paid for on your trip.

By leaving the final decisions until then you can choose at the same time as your new friends. You’ll get great value as we get you great rates & your Trip Manager can offer personal advice. Some activities are seasonal & weather dependent as well.

HOW DO I PAY? You pay on your trip with major credit cards, debit cards or cash (NZ$ in New Zealand).

PAST TRAVELLER 5% DISCOUNT Eligibility for this discount is based on clients having booked & travelled with Contiki (or one of our Travel Corporation sister brands, visit thetravelcorporation.com for details) within 5 years of their last trip. Clients must have completed a trip before they can redeem the discount on a subsequent trip booking. A deposit must be received before the discount can be applied to the booking. It is not available on pre & post-trip accommodation rates & other selected products. The discount applies to brochured prices only & cannot be combined with any nonbrochured special market promotions.

WHAT’S INCLUDED? • Coach, train, ferry transport, internal flights as listed in the Exclusive Inclusions section.

• Accommodation & meals as listed in the Snapshot section on trip pages.

• Sightseeing listed in the Exclusive Inclusions section in each trip itinerary. Unless specified, entrance fees to these locations are included.

• Experienced Contiki Trip Manager & Driver & local guides on some trips.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED? • Air & ferry transfers to trip departure point.

• Personal expense money.

• Visas, personal insurance, medical fees.

• Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than those specified on trip pages.

• Optional excursions & activities such as whitewater rafting, helicopter flights, bungy jumping, hot air ballooning, etc.

• Lunches (unless specified under Snapshot section) & some dinners.

INCLUDED FLIGHTS Flights as specified on individual trip itineraries are included as part of the price. As detailed within our Booking Conditions (p.35) under ‘General’, we rely on international conventions regarding air travel and other transportation as specified.

Through enrolment and payment for your trip you acknowledge and accept such. Individual electronic tickets may not be issued to you prior to travel due to the group nature of the air/flight booking. In such circumstances you acknowledge that by receipt of any applicable boarding pass and/or by boarding the aircraft you have accepted the airlines terms & conditions of travel, and the application of all relevant international conventions and applicable national and international law governing air transportation.

WILL I GET MORE INFORMATION? Upon receipt of final payment, your trip documentation will be released 21 days prior to your departure. Make sure you visit contiki.com for our travellers guide. It’s packed full of essential info for your holiday. You’ll also receive a comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including full details & costs of all optional activities available on your trip. Your free Contiki document wallet* &

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luggage tag will be sent to you with your travel documents. The wallet is a safe place for your tickets & passport. * Contiki reserves the right to substitute an alternative travel accessory for the Contiki document wallet.

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING? Luggage is restricted to a maximum suitcase size of 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” x 20” x 10”) & maximum weight of 20 kg (44lbs) plus one small hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you.

No external metal frame backpacks please.

Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on a trip.

If you have your own ski/boarding equipment, you may bring one pair of boots & skis or snowboard. Otherwise, your Trip Manager can arrange these for you in Queenstown on the trip.

Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage insurance is strongly recommended. Remember, if your trip includes a flight you are also subject to airline baggage restrictions.

Note: Contiki is not responsible for any fees incurred as a result of overweight luggage.

HOW MUCH MONEY DO I NEED? You should be able to use debit & credit cards for most items. You’ll need to allow enough money to cover lunches, some dinners, souvenirs, shopping, drinks, optional activities, entrance fees to attractions & evening entertainment.

It is advisable to start your trip with some cash in your destination’s local currencies such as NZ$.

WHAT SHOULD I PACK? Comfortable, casual clothing for day wear & ‘smart casual’ for dining & those nights out.

Remember that in Autumn/Winter you will need warmer clothing as well as a raincoat/jacket.

A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential.

Some activities in New Zealand require swimwear & a towel. For further details, please go to contiki.com/travel-resources.

OUR TRIPS Some of our longer NZ trips are made up of shorter modules, meaning more choice & flexibility for our travellers as they explore. This means more friendships & even more fun as you discover NZ’s best & make every moment count!

BROCHURE AUTHENTICITY We have put a great deal of effort into producing this brochure. The information given & literature produced by Contiki has been compiled with care & is published in good faith. Sometimes, because of circumstances outside our control, we have to alter some activities due to seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, etc., especially early or late in the season.

If this happens, alternatives will be arranged.

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS? At the time this brochure went to press (March 2015), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it is wise to check up-to-date information with your travel agent or Contiki prior to departure.

Don’t forget to bring with you any medication that you may require en route, such as antihistamines or antibiotics.

SEASONALITY & CLIMATE Inland alpine areas of the South Island in New Zealand can be as cold as -10oC between May & October.

DO I NEED VISAS? Please read carefully. Depending on your nationality, you may require a visa to enter New Zealand. You are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your trip. Contiki is not legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a trip. Consult your travel agent or local embassy to determine any visas you require & how to obtain them.

NO COMPULSORY TIPPING - REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE! Every country in the world has different tipping customs & in New Zealand, within service industries, tipping is common practice. Tipping is totally optional & only given if you feel the service has exceeded your expectations.

If you think your Contiki Team have done an exceptional job then you may wish to tip them.

This is entirely discretionary – it’s completely up to you. No compulsory tipping – reward only excellence!

BOOKING SECURITY Contiki has been running trips for young people since 1962 & is a member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA). The members include all the major trip operators who are financially bonded for your security & who maintain the highest standards. With the guarantees of these organisations, you know your holiday & money are secure with Contiki.

MANAGE BOOKING Ready, set, go! You’re booked & it’s nearly go time, however just like when you’re taking a flight, it’s important you provide us with your all your details before you can travel. Check out contiki. com/managebooking to log into your booking.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION Security is a major concern to all of us and the situation globally is constantly changing. Events around the world, coupled with the ‘Travel Advisories’ put out by various governments, may at times necessitate changes to the accommodations and itinerary or even trip cancellation. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for further information in this regard. You must accept these risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security difficulties and accept responsibility for your own travel decisions.

GOLD SEAL PROTECTION Coverage for Trip Cancellation: Most trip operators are interested in their passengers only after they reach their destination. With Contiki, however, you get a great deal even before you leave home.

Pre-paid Cancellation Option A$99 per person: By paying A$99 per person Cancellation Option fee with your deposit, the full amount of your deposit &/or payment to Contiki Holidays will be refunded should you cancel your trip for any reason prior to departure from Australia. This cancellation option covers the land arrangements made by Contiki Holidays only.

On Your Trip: Should you, or your travel companion, leave at any time during the trip for personal sickness reasons or be required to return to Australia due to injury, sickness or death, you & your companion will be refunded A$40 per person per day for the unused portion of the trip. (Please note that in some cases hotels require a one night cancellation fee). A Doctor’s certificate is required.

The Cancellation Option Fee is not refundable for any reason.

Return Flight Security: If you or a member of your direct family in Australia should fall sick* while you are on your Contiki trip, we will take care of the additional cost of tickets for your earlier or later return home in the same class of air travel on the first available flight, provided you hold round-trip airline tickets on Contiki’s recommended airline(s) booked through Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd from Australia. * Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must be supplied.

PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS Photos courtesy of © New Zealand Tourist Board p.7 Waitomo Caves (Chris McLennan) Waitomo Caves.

Photos courtesy of © JRaging Thunder p.17 & p.65 Whitewater Rafting. Photos courtesy of © Shot Over Jet_Dart River Safaris p.13 Fun Yaks. Photos courtesy of © Fox Glacier Guiding p.61 Fox Glacier. Photos courtesy of © Explore NZ Bay of Islands p.17 & p.23 Sailing & p.30 Dolphins. Photos courtesy of © Real Journeys p.27 Milford Sound. Photos courtesy of © Destination Queenstown p.31 & p.32 Remarkables Ski Field Lookout, Stag on Deer Park Heights Queenstown (Chris McLennan). Photos courtesy of © NZone Skydiving p.79 Skydiving. Photos courtesy of © Glenn Kelly p.31 & p.33 Skiing.

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BOOKING CONDITIONS Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below.

OUR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATION On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability & at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract is only made between you & us upon your booking being confirmed & accepted by us & our confirmation thereof to either you or your travel agent.

2. PRICE GUARANTEE Prices in this brochure are based on costs & exchange rates as at 9th January, 2015. Should these costs change, it may be necessary to make a surcharge on the price of your holiday. Should the total trip price increase by more than 10% you will have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification without penalty. No surcharge in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once payment of the deposit for your land trip has been received. This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges & does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced.

3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY 3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your booking in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control.

3.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we will give you reasonable notice thereof, in the circumstances, & where available, offer you a comparable alternative.

3.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another Contiki holiday without payment of any transfer fee.

3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure (i.e. circumstances like political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, closure of airports or ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity, natural & nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyond Contiki’s control) we will give a full refund of any monies paid to us less reasonable expenses incurred by us in respect of your booking.

3.5 Contiki is not responsible for the costs of any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations or rescheduling of any trip departure.

4. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS 4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (March, 2015) but we cannot guarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be available especially where we have no direct control over it.

4.2 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing trips & transportation to give you good value for money.

4.3 Contiki will guarantee to match you up with someone of the same sex when booked in a share room configuration.

4.4 Contiki constantly strives to improve trip itineraries & features.

If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries & to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our changes or cancellations.

4.5 We reserve the right to alter or substitute the type, the size of vehicle and/or the style of transport mentioned in the brochure, resulting in occasionally having to utilise transport without some of the features promoted.

5. LIABILITY 5.1 Your travel agent or Contiki Specialist shall, on the receipt of any monies, hold such monies for you until the booking is confirmed at which time those monies shall be remitted promptly by your travel agent or Contiki Specialist to us. All such monies received by us will be deposited as required by law.

5.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any interest earned on such monies.

5.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travel agent or otherwise, whether in respect of the deposit or full payment, may be disbursed by us as & when we see fit, in respect of the services to be provided &/or fees payable under the trip programme. The payment of a deposit or any other monies in respect of your trip shall be deemed to be an authorisation for disbursement thereof as aforesaid.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY 1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of A$200, per person per trip, or the full amount payable if the booking is made within 45 days of your departure from Australia, must be submitted to Contiki by you in respect of that holiday. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first instalment of the holiday price by Contiki only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent.

1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a nonrefundable deposit of A$200 per person per trip which must be within 7 days of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled.

1.3 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will it assume any responsibility or liability if travellers’ special meal requirements are not fulfilled.

2. PAYING THE BALANCE 2.1 Credit Card Bookings: Contiki should be advised of your credit card number when making your reservation directly with us. For security purposes, we are required to collect the card expiration date and the customer verification code. A surcharge of 1% will be applied at the time of payment.

2.2 The balance of the holiday must be paid no later than 45 days prior to your departure date from Australia which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki. When making multi-trip bookings, full payment is due no later than 45 days prior to your departure date from Australia.

2.3 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you have cancelled & cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki.

2.4 Tickets & other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by us. The documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure from Australia.

2.5 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure date from Australia, the full cost of the holiday will be payable immediately on booking & we reserve the right to provide all travel documents at the holiday departure point.

2.6 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking & apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods.

3. IF YOU CANCEL 3.1 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to Contiki.

3.2 If you cancel more than 45 days before departure, your A$200 deposit will not be refunded, nor can it be credited to any other booking.

3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to cover the estimate of cost & expenses incurred by us in the terms of the schedule set out hereunder. This is expressed as a percentage of the holiday price & is calculated as follows: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE Over 45 days notice: ............................................Deposit is forfeited 45-22 days:........................................................... 27.5% of trip fare 21-8 days: ................................................................ 33% of trip fare 7-1 days: .................................................................. 55% of trip fare Day of departure: ................................................... 100% of trip fare Where the percentage cancellation fee is less than the trip deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of deposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within the terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold, then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your insurance policy, be refunded to you by the insurance company. All Cancellation policies valid as at 6th March 2015, and are subject to change. Final policy will be confirmed at time of booking.

3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to & after your trip booking, such as pre & post accommodation & transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the trip departure incur a 100% cancellation fee.

3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your travel agent.

3.6 GOLD SEAL PROTECTION 3.6.1 By paying a non-refundable A$99 per person Cancellation Option fee with your deposit, the full amount of your deposit &/ or payment to Contiki Holidays will be refunded should you cancel your trip for any reason prior to departure from Australia. This cancellation option covers the land arrangements made by Contiki Holidays only.

3.6.2 On Your Trip: Should you, or your travel companion*, booked under the same booking number leave at any time during the trip for personal sickness reasons or be required to return to Australia due to injury, sickness or death, you & your companion will be refunded A$40 per person per day for the unused portion of the trip. (Please note that in some cases hotels require a one night cancellation fee).

A Doctor’s certificate is required. * Travel companion must be booked under the same booking number and only one companion can be nominated.

3.6.3 Return Flight Security: If you or a member of your direct family in Australia should fall sick* while you are on your Contiki trip, we will take care of the additional cost of tickets for your earlier or later return home in the same class of air travel on the first available flight, provided you hold round-trip airline tickets on Contiki’s recommended airline(s) booked through Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd from Australia. * Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must be supplied.

4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed & more than 45 days prior to trip departure, you wish to change to an alternate departure date or you wish to change to a different Contiki Trip within this brochure, you may do so subject to availability & provided the new trip or date alteration is also in this brochure.

4.2 A fee of A$35 per person, will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed unless the change increases the value of the booking. A change of trip date, trip itinerary booking within 45 days of trip departure will be treated as a cancellation, & normal cancellation fees will apply except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater value in which case a A$35 per person amendment fee will be charged.

5. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS 5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops, etc. are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may vary in style.

5.2 Legislation in various states in Australia has highlighted the issue of Age Discrimination. In terms of style & content, all of Contiki’s worldwide holidays are specifically designed for a particular age group. This fact should be recognised when you book one of our holidays.

5.3 Contiki strives to provide a safe, enjoyable & memorable travel experience for all travellers. Contiki welcomes travellers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following:

• Travellers are required to advise Contiki, in advance, of any physical, medical or other special needs that require accommodation.

• All travellers must ensure they are medically & physically fit for travel. Contiki may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the trip. Contiki may also exclude an individual from participating in a trip or an activity if that individual’s participation poses a direct threat to health or safety.

• Contiki does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a wheelchair or assistance in eating, toileting or dressing). A companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany any traveller who requires services of a personal nature.

• Contiki does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the traveller’s expense. Contiki is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on trip, or for the quality of the care or services received.

• Travellers should be aware some trips include rough terrain, extensive walking over uneven pavement, steps & locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair.

During the trip, Contiki may make arrangements with carriers, hotels & other independent suppliers to provide travel services.

These parties are independent entities over which Contiki has no control. Accommodation on international trips may differ from those in Australia. Contiki cannot guarantee disability access or accommodation for travellers travelling on international trips.

• Contiki may, at its sole discretion, decline the booking of any traveller or remove any traveller who cannot comply or refuses to comply with Contiki’s terms & conditions. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a traveller is removed from a trip. Travellers agree not to hold Contiki or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these booking conditions.

5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements & costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the holiday.

5.5 There may be times when the Contiki representative has to make a decision in your best interests or the best interests of their group. You agree to comply with the authority & decisions of the appointed Contiki Representative & the laws of the country in which you are travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment & well being of other members on the holiday or smooth operation of the holiday itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the holiday. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travellers & any Contiki Representative has the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour by you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously & may result in the immediate termination of your holiday. In either event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation & related costs & have no claims against us.

5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodation.

You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff &/or a Contiki Trip Manager as soon as it is discovered.

5.6 Where the traveller occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating organisations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death or any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of the accident or incident.

5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected holiday before your departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas whilst on trip (including accommodation, meals, flights and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense.

5.8 You agree that our Contiki Trip Managers or representatives may take photographs & films of you while you are on holiday & that these may be used in our brochures &/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs &/or films.

5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the holiday, you should inform the Contiki Trip Manager or Contiki Representative during the course of the holiday & if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavours to do so during the holiday, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the holiday but within 42 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. Any claims made after the 42 day period will not be considered by Contiki. If you choose to write to Contiki via the Internet, please provide your home address so that we are able to reply to you in writing.

5.10 The contract & all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to Australian Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing.

5.10.1 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity & enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected.

5.10.2 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/traveller costs.

6. INSURANCE Contiki very strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive

insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money & public liability before embarking on a Contiki holiday. Please check that the insurance covers all of the activities that you are going to be participating in.

Some policies exclude certain adventure activities. This should be arranged at the time of payment of the deposit & will, in certain circumstances, cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. You also agree to indemnify us against all thirdparty claims, actions, damages & remedies which may be brought against us in respect of your participation in the holiday.

7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM In the event of your withdrawal from a holiday after the commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. No refunds will be made for any absence from the trip.

8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE Airfares to & from your holiday destination, airport taxes, passport & visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, personal expense money, medical fees, sightseeing, visits & entrance fees, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Trip Managers & Drivers, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, optional excursions & anything else not listed in the ‘what’s included’ section of the itinerary pages within this brochure.

9. WEATHER CONDITIONS Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any holiday be cancelled or amended by you at any time on the basis of snow or weather conditions.

GENERAL 1. CONTRACTING PARTIES 1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you & Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorised officer or director of Contiki.

1.2 Your contract is with us as the trip operating company. At any time & at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights & liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you.

1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time travellers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions, national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended

by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to travellers & luggage. Enrolment in & payment for a trip shall constitute agreement & acceptance by the traveller of the terms & conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.

1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers & other service providers are subject to the terms & conditions & limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, & other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay & loss or damage to baggage. Whilst we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such third-parties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for disabled travellers (see also 5.3 under Holiday Details & Conditions).

1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser.

1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.

2. VALIDITY The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from September 2015 to September 2016.

3. OPERATING COMPANIES The programmes advertised in this brochure are operated by Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd and Contiki Holidays (New Zealand) Limited.

4. CONTIKI IS REPRESENTED IN: Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA. Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Guernsey.

This brochure was published in March 2015 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market.

Please see contiki.com for complete & up to date terms & conditions.

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