Contiki Holidays South Pac eBrochure 2011-12 (USD)

Australia & New Zealand Including Hawaii & Fiji Stopovers 2011\12

Life-changing experiences\ 2\Countries.24\Tours&Dive Trips.

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Meet Contiki Experience Australia & New Zealand For travelers like you Only Contiki Meet the team & low cost air Festivals & events & getting around Compare Contiki Savings & Deals Contiki Loves...

Contiki online It’s your New Zealand Accommodation & Food Includes more Explore more Grand Explorer

DARWIN KAKADU N.P KATHERINE

16/18 days from US$1855 22/23

LITCHFIELD N.P

Grand Adventurer

MATARANKA

14/16 days from US$1599 24/25

Gulf of Carpentaria

DALY WATERS

Northern Highlights

CAPE TRIBULATION MOSSMAN GORGE

PORT DOUGLAS

9/11 days from US$895 26/27

Scenic Southern

TENNANT CREEK

Bay of Islands

KINGS CANYON

Ski New Zealand 11 days from US$1429

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AIRLIE BEACH

TI TREE SIMPSONS GAP

8 days from US$765 30

SHUTE HARBOUR

NORTHERN TERRITORY

Sun & Steam

WHITSUNDAYS (DAYDREAM ISLAND) MACKAY

QUEENSLAND

CAPRICORN COAST

ALICE SPRINGS

CATTLE STATION

KATA TJUTA

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Great Barrier Reef

TOWNSVILLE

WYCLIFFE WELL

5 days from US$309 29

TULLY

DEVILS MARBLES

11/12 days from US$1115 28

Coral Sea

CAIRNS

ULURU

FRASER ISLAND

Auckland Explorer

NOOSA

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It’s your Australia Accommodation & Food Includes more Explore more Aussie Explorer

SURFERS PARADISE

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES PORT MACQUARIE

SYDNEY

Reefs & Rainforests 20 days from US$2485

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Beaches & Reefs

CURRUMBIN

BYRON BAY COFFS HARBOUR

28 days from US$4195 40\41

BRISBANE

Tasman Sea

VICTORIA

17 days from US$2255 44\45

Cairns Sunshine Trail 14 days from US$1869

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Coast & Whitsundays

TASMANIA

14 days from US$1879 48

Island & Rainforest 12 days from US$1625

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Magical Tropics 9 days from US$1179

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Rainforest Adventure 7 days from US$595

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City to Surf 8 days from US$919

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Contiki’s dive packages 3/5 days from US$685

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Sydney New Year 4 days from US$1349

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Sydney Explorer 3 days from US$299

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Whitsundays Sailing 2 days from US$300

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Territory & Outback 14 days from US$1819

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Alice & Kakadu 9 days from US$1125

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Alice & Uluru 8/9 days from US$1089

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Fiji & Hawaii stopovers Departure Points & Stay Longer Got a question?

Booking conditions How to book

Life changing experiences from US$62 per day.

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Meet\ Contiki\ For us, traveling is all about discovering amazing places with a bunch of like-minded people & having a great time doing it. Our aim? To make your trip a life changing adventure. A trip where you discover awe-inspiring places & make life-long friends. A trip filled with mind-blowing experiences & unforgettable memories. A trip packed full of local culture, cool places & great people. A trip that really will change your view on the world.

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We’re the original travel company for 18-35s - we’ve been traveling the world with people like you since ‘62. The old Combi vans have long since been replaced by state-of-the-art coaches, but we haven’t lost our spirit of adventure. While other companies have come & gone over the years, the legendary Contiki experience lives on - we’re all travelers who are as passionate about seeing the world as you are.

We want to make the world a better place by bringing people together from around the globe.

We’re also committed to sustainable tourism, whether it is through our efforts to protect the world’s oceans, our commitment to low-carbon transportation or our other initiatives. See p.12 for more.

Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a first timer, with a group or going solo (about half our travelers are) one thing’s for certain - our know-how means you will experience more with less hassle. We include tons of extras from amazing accommodation & authentic local food, to sights, fantastic optional activities & great tour guides. We’ll fast track you to all the best bits of Oz & NZ - all you need to do to share the good times is get in touch with us or your travel agent.

There’s a whole wide world to explore. Come see it with us.

“We’re all travelers who are as passionate about seeing the world as you are.”

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Meet us & other Contiki travelers online: facebook.com/contiki twitter.com/contiki_us blog.contiki.com contiki.com/community youtube.com/contiki flickr.com/contikivacations

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You only know when you go...

Unique Landscapes\ Delicious Food\ Diverse cultures\ Great People\ Cool Adventures\ Experience Australia & New Zealand\

We travel for the moments.

Some moments are awe inspiring - they make your jaw drop, your eyes widen & your heart beat faster. Like seeing the amazing colors of Uluru change at sunset, getting up close to ancient Aboriginal Rock Art in Kakadu or taking the leap on a bungy jump in Queenstown. Others are a little more low key, like strolling the white sands of Whitehaven Beach or cruising the spectacular fiords of the Milford Sound. A vacation in Oz & NZ is truly exceptional - the distinctive & varied landscapes, the unique local cultures that are ready to be shared & the classic local characters you’ll meet along the way. It’s about widening your perspective & experiencing new cultures that have a profound impact on your life. And ok, maybe it’s a little bit about the bragging rights back home as well...

See contiki.com/australia & contiki.com/newzealand

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Swing from a bungy in Queenstown\taste a ‘Hangi’ in Rotorua\go quad biking in the Outback\ experience sunrise over Alice Springs from a hot air balloon\see ancient Aboriginal art in Kakadu\ experience life-changing Queenstown views\learn to surf in Coffs Harbour\climb the heights of Kings Canyon\sail the stunning Whitsunday Islands\get a birds eye view on a scenic flight over Mt Cook\hike the South Island glaciers\try ‘bushtucker’ in Alice Springs and many more…

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Go Contiki\

Contiki & UNESCO’s World Heritage sites Most Contiki tours visit World Heritage sites, so look for the World Heritage symbol on the tour pages or ďŹ nd out more at: contiki.com/worldheritagelist

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For travelers like you\ We know that some of the best experiences you have on the road are not just about the places, but about the people you share them with too. Contiki began as a bunch of friends discovering Europe together. Sharing the good times with like-minded people is still at the heart of everything we do today.

Whether you are an experienced traveler or a first time explorer, with a little or a lot of time, we have trips to suit all tastes & budgets. Not sure where to start? The Tour Genius on the Contiki website will give you some inspiration. See contiki.com/genius for more.

On top of this, we can save you time & money. Researching a trip can be fun, but time consuming. Our expertise means that we can get better rates on everything from accommodation to whitewater rafting, plus priority access at many of Australia & New Zealand’s top attractions. Throw our super-efficient on road team into the mix & you really are set for the travel experience of a lifetime.

Going solo?

While the majority of our travelers set out solo, one thing is for sure - you never finish a Contiki trip without new friends.

Because more than half our travelers go it alone, you are guaranteed to link up with young (18-35 is all we do), adventurous & like-minded travel mates. We don’t charge single supplements for solo travelers. We’ll match you up with a same-sex room-mate, or you can always opt for the privacy of your own room for a little extra.

First big trip?

Your first big trip away can be a bit daunting, even if you’ve traveled a lot before. That’s where Contiki steps in. From the moment you decide to go, we’re here to help. How do I get a passport? What visas might I need? What do I pack?

Give us a call, drop us an email or get online - we’ll answer your questions & give you lots of essential travel tips & advice so you’re ready to start your adventure.

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You’ll also receive an exclusive Contiki-only Travelers Guide filled with tons of essential pre-trip info, tips on the destinations you’re headed to, ideas on what to pack, other cool ideas for your free time, plus lots more.

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Knows Oz & NZ better We’ve been doing what we do longer than anyone else, no one knows Australia & New Zealand like us. Our experience means that you get the most amazing, authentic, life changing experiences for 18-35s.

Includes more

More diversity

Only\ Contiki\

More sights, more activities, more free time, more definite departures & more amazing accommodation plus a host of exclusive experiences that you only get with Contiki.

The bottom line? Go Contiki—you’ll get more than going any other way.

Extraordinary service

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

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

Amazing accommodation Only Contiki includes some amazing places to stay & some overnight experiences that are genuinely unique. Experience great overnights, like our Whitsundays resort, our hotel with spectacular views of Lake Wakitipu in Queenstown & authentic Special Stay experiences like our farmstay or sleeping under the stars snuggled up in a comfy swag.

Exceptional eats Wherever you travel you can expect some delicious places to really indulge. In Aussie, get into some local tastes like crocodile, maybe some kangaroo & let’s not forget, the Aussie favorite – vegemite toast for breakfast! In New Zealand, start the day with some delicious breakfasts & finish it off some great meals like dinner at one of Queenstown’s hotspots & an authentic Maori Hangi meal complete with succulent chicken, lamb & a delectable selection of fresh vegetables. Get ready for some culinary delights!

Life-changing experiences.

More free time Our Tour Managers take care of all the details (not you!) so you’ll get the most from your trip.

You’ll have lots of free time to explore on your own if you want. We’ve also organized a ton of amazing Explore More optional activities for you to try if you choose & we’ve secured the best rates available.

The experience of a lifetime What does all this add up to? The most amazing travel experience, tailored specifically for you.

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Meet the team\ The Contiki Difference\ What’s better than going to Oz & NZ? Having someone on hand to make sure you have a good time, that’s what. Our team’s sole purpose is to make your trip the time of your life.

With our Tour Managers & Tour Drivers at your side, there’s always a reliable friend on hand to show you the sights, cool local places & to make everything easy.

Your dedicated Tour Manager is like an on-road guide book.

They’re not just passionate travelers, they’re professionals too.

We’ve plucked the best of the bunch & sent them on a training trip (the best in the industry) to be able to make the cut on our tours. In fact, we’ve written the book on training. That means they’ve done the hard work, are packed full of knowledge & they’re ready to share it all with you. They take care of all the details so everything runs smoothly & will organize a sightseeing tour or orientation walk in every place that you stop.

Your trusty Tour Drivers are the same, they’ve trained hard to make sure they’ll get you where you need to go without any hassle. You can sit back & relax knowing that choosing to go Contiki means reading a map & finding the hotel is never your problem.

We lead, the others follow.

Here’s ideas on how to use them

Low cost airlines\ Low cost airlines fly to many Australian cities where our tours start & finish, including Sydney, Cairns, Darwin & Alice Springs.

Gulf of Carpentaria

If you’re thinking about doing Contiki in New Zealand, then low cost airlines can connect you from many Australian cities to Auckland, Christchurch & Wellington.

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There’s also flights to The Whitsunday Coast & Hamilton Island (both access The Whitsundays), as well as Brisbane & the Gold Coast (accessing Surfers Paradise). Low Cost airlines also work with our Northern Territory tours too!

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Fly into The Whitsundays & out of Cairns when you take a 12 day Island & Rainforest tour (p.48).

Take a 9 day Magical Tropics tour (p.49) flying in to start your tour in The Whitsundays & flying out of Cairns at the end of the tour Link a couple of shorter tours together to see even more of Australia! Like the City to Surf (p.51) with a Sydney Explorer package (p.55). Fly into Sydney & out of Brisbane.

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Festivals & Events There’s tons of music festivals, gigs & sporting events happening throughout the year in Oz & NZ - so why not get in on the action & combine one event before, after or during your tour.

Big Day Out Held every summer in both Oz & NZ, it’s a showcase for homegrown musical talent mixed with some of the best acts in the world (Jan or Feb). For a peek at other festivals & what’s happening visit inthemix.com.au, fasterlouder.com.au or liveguide.com.au for more.

Sporting events Sport is like a religion in Australia & New Zealand & there’s plenty of events happening all year round. From every kind of “football” in the winter months (Aussie Rules, Rugby League & Rugby Union), to cricket (Nov-Feb) & the Australian Open tennis (Jan), plus lots more.

Find more ideas at contiki.com/festivals

Getting around\ When you’re traveling with Contiki it’s not just about traveling on a coach - you’ll see Australia & New Zealand from all kinds of angles. We mix it up with included flights, ferries & boat rides too.

Traveling on our Contiki coaches is more than just a way to get around - it’s a social event. You’re never short of mates to hang out with - it’s a great place to check out the views, listen to music or curl up in your comfy reclining seat & chill. We’re always stopping at great spots on the trip, many of which you’d miss if you traveled any other way.

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You can charge your phone, camera or iPod on board too, plus these plush, air-conditioned coaches are environmentally friendly. See p.12 for more. What’s even better about our coaches is that they’re easy & hassle free. We get you where you need to be, drop you right at your door & unload your bags so you can hit the ground running.

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01 Chill on your comfy Contiki coach 02 Ferry crossing through the stunning Marlborough Sounds 03 Kakadu Crocodile Cruise 04 Your yacht in The Whitsundays

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Great value\ Compare Contiki 10

When you travel with Contiki you see more, get more & save more too.

The result? You can do even more cool stuff. We’ve compared a typical day traveling on your own to a day on Contiki.

You can’t do all we do for cheaper, see for yourself.

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Fully cooked breakfast, coffee & juice at Pancakes in Paradise

At BASE Backpackers Sydney (double room with en-suite)

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* Prices & exchange rates validated at 10th June, 2011 at the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice. Sightseeing cost comparison is based on similar activities of what’s included in a Contiki tour price. Contiki pricing based on 5 day Bay of Islands tour on p.28.

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Pay Early\

Save More

Save up to US$435* on your tour if you book & pay 12 months before you leave, or save up to US$219* on your tour if you book & pay 6 months before you leave.

See the tour page to find out your pay early discount. * Pay Early Savings of US$435 & US$219 based on 28 Day Aussie Explorer p.38-39.

2 or More\

Book with Mates\

Save More

4 OR MORE Everyone saves 5% 7 OR MORE Everyone saves 7.5% 10 OR MORE Everyone saves 10% or invite an 11th person for free!

Traveling Again?\

Save More with our past passenger discount

Planning your next Contiki adventure? We love our past passengers coming back for another awesome adventure, so if you book another one of our trips (anywhere we travel!) we’ll hook you up with an extra 5% discount.

Plus, we’ll hook you up if you’ve traveled with our sister companies too. Easy.

See p.62 for conditions.

Savings &

Book 2 Contiki tours (of 10 days or more) at the same time. Save US$100 on your total booking. You can pick any Contiki tour as your second (or third !)

– continue your vacation in Australia or New Zealand or consider Europe, North America, Asia or South America.

Deals\

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The facts: All these discounts apply to the land tour price (ie: not international flights to & from Australia or New Zealand at the start or end of your tour). You can combine pay early, 2 or more, book with friends and traveling again discounts on tours of 8 days or longer.

Flexibility\

Save More

You could save up to US$140 when you take a Contiki Australia or New Zealand tour with a different departure city (travel on one of the itineraries shown in reverse order). In Australia, this option is available for itineraries that start from the northern cities of Darwin, Cairns & The Whitsundays.

Or in New Zealand, from Christchurch. Itineraries that can be done in reverse are marked on the relevant tour pages.

Ask your Contiki specialist or travel agent for more information on how you can save.

US$20 Million Customer Protection

The traveling public has always been concerned about the protection of their advanced bookings. As part of Contiki’s commitment to providing our customers with peace of mind in all dealings with Contiki, Travcorp Financial Services Limited has provided a letter of credit to Contiki of USD 20 Million in respect to all customers traveling with Contiki.

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Helping protect our oceans\ Contiki & Celine Cousteau We are excited about our partnership with leading environmentalist, adventurer & explorer, Celine Cousteau, granddaughter of legendary oceanographer, Jacques Cousteau. Celine will be working with us to raise awareness about environmental issues, like those affecting precious marine ecosystems.

As a documentary filmmaker & gifted storyteller, Celine has a fantastic ability to connect with people from a diverse range of cultures, & to help individuals better understand their own natural environments.

Check out Celine’s video message for Contiki travelers at contiki.com/celinecousteau

Did you know that oceans cover 71% of the globe, but less than 1% are under legal protected status? Beyond beautiful pictures, there’s the harsh realization that this environment is fragile & it’s up to us to protect it for ourselves & for future generations.

Contiki is actively supporting two projects involved in the critical task of marine protection.

We’re helping young environmentalists in their hands-on work protecting the world’s second largest barrier reef via the Mesoamerican Reef Leadership Program. We’re also backing Oceana’s valuable research work in the Mediterranean Sea. Learn more at contiki.com/responsibletravel, where you’ll find a hub of information about oceans designed to inform, inspire & compel change.

Photo courtesy of Çapkin Van Alphen-CauseCentric Productions Celine Cousteau diving Photo courtesy of Patty Webster-Amazon Promise Celine Cousteau

“I am passionate about collaborating with Contiki, their team & travelers; who are part of the new generation of active citizens making a difference by understanding & protecting the Earth’s resources. The health of our fragile oceans are key to the well-being of our planet as a whole & Contiki‘s choice to help protect the marine environment is a cause which deeply resonates with me.” Celine Cousteau.

Working to make a difference\ Our Foundation.

Recycling.

We’re founding partners of The Travel Corporation Conservation Foundation, a nonprofit who has committed more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities & support sustainable tourism around the world.

The Travel Corporation & Contiki are committed to use 100% recycled paper for the body stock of all our brochures. The environmental benefits are important in the following ways:

From sponsoring the Tourism for Tomorrow Awards, encouraging tourism operators to develop & share sustainable tourism practices globally, to supporting Contiki’s very own special causes, such as ocean conservation, the Foundation is doing some great work.

• By using paper made from recycled fiber we save approximately 90,000 trees per year.*

On the road.

• The paper mill uses a chlorine free fiber bleaching process (PCF) that avoids potential dioxins from being released into adjoining waterways.

Compared to cars, planes & trains, coaches are by far the most carbon efficient way to travel. Our modern coaches are some of the best around & all exceed strict emission regulations.

Learn more at www.ttcconservation foundation.com

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• Recycled paper makes for less waste being deposited into landfills.

• The paper mill uses a complex filtration process that returns the river water in a cleaner state than initially received.

• The use of 100% recovered fiber means that the mill uses approximately 1/5th of the energy that would be required to produce corresponding grades from primary fibers.

• The body stock paper in our brochures meets the following Forest/Environmental/ Process Certifications: PEFC, Blue Angel, ISO 9001 and 14001.

We are proud to commit to using what is one of the most environmentally friendly coated recycled papers on Planet Earth. * Calculation based on that provided by The Environmental Defense Fund.

What about you?

Looking after our planet is important & taking care of the environment shouldn’t stop when you go traveling. There are lots of small things you can do each day to make a difference. Simple stuff like re-using your drink bottle instead of buying a new one each day, choosing products with less packaging, recycling on the go or simply turning off the lights when you leave your hotel room are all ways to lessen your environmental impact.

Did you know you can reduce your carbon footprint even more by offsetting your travel? Find out how at contiki.com/ responsibletravel.

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So much more at contiki.com Whatever you are looking for, your search starts at contiki.com Looking for the trip of a lifetime? Get more details on our Australia & New Zealand tours & destinations, or use our great trip finder & search tools to find the vacation of your dreams.

Our tour pages have in-depth itinerary information, interactive maps for a more detailed view of the tour route & list all the definite departures (we are constantly adding more dates every week). Not sure where to start or what tour to choose? Get inspiration from the Tour Genius on the Contiki homepage.

Already booked with Contiki? Use our website to find out all the essential travel info & link up with your trip mates in the Contiki Community. You can also check-in online, & find out what special perks you get when you join our loyalty program.

Socialize Get advice, meet your trip mates, or become a fan!

Join the Contiki Community online & socialize with your tour mates before you jet off, or meet & chat with our super-knowledgeable Contiki crew & past travelers for lots of handy traveling tips.

Get answers to the big questions (like backpack or suitcase & how much money to take) & the small ones too (like finding the best seafood restaurant in Sydney). Jump in to the conversation, start your own or have a read of what others have posted.

You’ll also find tons of great advice & articles in Contikipedia too. If you’re on Facebook or Twitter, remember to follow us for the latest fun & offers.

Join in at facebook.com/contiki twitter.com/contiki_us blog blog.contiki.com contiki.com/community youtube.com/contiki flickr flickr.com/contikivacations

Online check-in Booked your tour?

Check-in online before you go - it’ll take you less than 5 minutes & you can skip the paperwork when you start your tour. Plus, you’ll also have access to your essential tour info on your Contiki profile.

To find out more go to

contiki.com/checkin

Get involved now at contiki.com

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It’s all part of what makes traveling to New Zealand a must-do. And Contiki’s no different. We’ve been traveling the world since 1962 & we’ve perfected the art of travel for 18-35s.

It’s your choice\

More free time\

With 8 tours to choose from, there’s a Contiki adventure that’s perfect for you. From 3-15 days & with trips covering the North Island & the South Island (or both!) – you’re guaranteed to find a tour with your name on it. With tons of departure dates & different start & end cities, we give you the flexibility to vacation your way.

On top of all our inclusions, we still make sure there’s plenty of time off the itinerary to experience exactly what you want.

NZ, Contiki & you\ We know what you’re after when you travel, so we make sure we bring the real New Zealand to life for you. Your passionate Tour Manager & Driver, plus our Customer Service teams, are all committed to giving you amazing travel experiences. Because we’ve got the expertise to take you further & essential local knowledge that you can’t get from a guidebook, we get you off the tourist trails & in to the heart of the true NZ.

Experience more\ An exclusive ride on Queenstown’s Shotover Jet, take a dip in the Franz Josef Glacier hotpools or a stroll through Taupo’s active Craters. Learn the Haka & sip a beer at Dunedin’s iconic Speight’s Ale House, plus more. What’s even better? It’s all included.

We take the hassle out of traveling & because of our experience, we’ll hook you up with some must-do inclusions & great deals too, so it’s easy.

Take a look at p.10 to see how Contiki stacks up & check our great deals on p.11.

Whether it’s throwing yourself off a bungy, black water rafting in Waitomo or just kicking back with a drink, you get free time every day. We’ve put together tons of tempting Explore More optional activities, so you’ll never be short of ideas. Think skydiving, zorbing & horse trekking to sailing trips, luging, skiing or boarding plus more. We’ve got lots of options on hand so you really get the most out of your trip. See p.18-19 for more.

Do it local\ Traveling isn’t just about amazing experiences & great memories - it’s about getting that essential local angle on the places you visit. So when you travel with us, we’ll show you the real New Zealand. From experiencing a Maori cultural performance to finding that special swimming spot in the Bay of Islands or partying with the locals in Taupo – it’s all about getting off the beaten track. Our on-road team are all Kiwi’s too - you’ll be hard pressed to find someone better to show you around.

Amazing places to stay\ When you travel with Contiki in NZ you’ll experience some amazing accommodation. Stay in centrally located hotels with fantastic facilities, comfy beds & great extras like swimming pools & WiFi. See p.16 for a taste of what you’ll enjoy.

Remember, if you book early you save money!

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It’s about giving you more independence & a chance to go local, while having the flexibility to suit your budget too.

Rotorua & delicious pizza dinner at one of Queenstown’s iconic bars & restaurants. We’ve included meals at some local restaurants in the tour price too, so you can really get a taste for the places you visit. And when you’re out & about & going local, try some kiwi favorites like fish & chips or mouth watering NZ lamb.

We’ve included some extra special meals in your tour price, like a champagne BBQ dinner in the Bay of Islands, a traditional Maori ‘Hangi’ in

No matter what your tastes (or even your dietary requirement - just tell your Tour Manager at the start of your tour), you’ll love what we have to serve up.

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Special places to stay Wake up overlooking Lake Wakitipu in Queenstown, stay in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier Village & maybe play a bit of pool in the bar. Chill out in the Bay of Islands at a resort hotel by the beach, or experience the cool Auckland vibes at a hotel in the heart of the city’s downtown area, plus many more.

Great comfort & top locations When you stay in the city, our hotels are central, so there’s more time to get out & explore. They’re always comfy, with great facilities like pools, gyms, in-room TV’s, laundry facilities, fluffy towels & WiFi. We don’t charge single supplements for solo travelers either. With quad-share rooms, we’ll mix you up with some same sex room-mates.

You choose It’s your choice – you can twin-share with a mate, or opt for the privacy of your own room for a little extra, it’s up to you.

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So you’ve worked hard to save for your vacation, to guarantee you get the most out of your trip, we’ve included lots of cool stuff, for no extra cost. They’re NZ’s must do’s, like speeding the canyons of Queenstown on a Shotover Jet ride, learning a traditional Maori ‘Haka’ then taking a dip in some glacial hotpools, plus tons more.

Traveling is about seeing, touching & tasting the places you visit. It’s about getting the most out of your vacation (& your money), getting up close to the must-see sights & having a great time along the way. Wherever you are, we’ll line up trips to some not-to-be-missed sights & some entry fees too, plus we get you in faster, so you have more time to see & discover.

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You won’t just be ‘checking off a list’ when you travel with us. Only Contiki includes a bunch of exclusive experiences. Ride the iconic Shotover Jet, sip Champagne in the Bay of Islands, visit Dunedin’s Speights Ale House (and that’s just the start). So look out for them beside the map on the tour pages.

And there’s even more value with Contiki—there’s no extra cost if you’re traveling solo & if you want a little privacy then you always have the option of twin-share or your own room for a little extra.

Travel New Zealand with us & enjoy, we’ll hook you up with some great places to stay.

Think well located hotels with great facilities that you’ll love, like the stylish Mecure Hotel in Auckland, less than a minutes walk from the Central Business District, a hotel overlooking Lake Wakitipu in Queenstown & a hotel in Rotorua right next to one of the world’s best spa facilities (so it’s perfect for a late night dip!).

Indulging in some great local food is one of the highlights of any vacation. We include some extra special meals, like a pizza dinner at one of Queenstown’s most popular restaurants & traditional ‘Hangi’, while still giving you plenty of time to seek out & discover the best local cuisine for yourself (like New Zealand lamb, of course!).

ENJOY TONS OF INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS WITH CONTIKI

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To make sure you get the most out of your trip, we give you lots of free time & have put together a ton of other activities & experiences that are not to be missed. Want to throw yourself off a bridge on a bungy? Want to go horseback riding, fishing or relax in a spa? It’s up to you.

Free time means time to do relaxing stuff too, like shop, go for a stroll or simply sit back & soak up the atmosphere.

Our trips are designed to ensure you have lots of free time so you can choose to do what you want & spend what you want too. It’s about flexibility, coupled with an endless amount of NZ adventures at your fingertips.

As well as all our included highlights & exclusive experiences – we’ve hand picked tons of Explore More optional activities & Kiwi must-do’s, negotiated great prices & we’ll organize it all for you, so it’s easy! Get an adrenaline fix on a 357.61 ft canyon swing, ride a quad bike at the top of a mountain & ride a zorb ball. You can also choose to take a day break from Queenstown & cruise Milford Sound fiords to spot wildlife, or discover the locations from the Lord of the Rings films, plus more.

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horse trek in the Bay of Islands/spot kiwi birds at Rainbow Springs/jetboat ride to Taupo’s Huka Falls/chill out in a spa resort/77.67mph nevis arc sky swing/Wairarapa wine trail/Lord of the Rings tour/black water rafting in Waitomo/Heli hike ride in Fox Glacier/skydive over Rotorua/party cruise on Lake Taupo/Dart River wilderness safari/quadbiking adventure in Queenstown/aj hackett bungy/scenic flight over Mt Cook/Bay of Islands fishing trip/parasailing adventure in Paihia/zorbing in Rotorua/seal coast safari in Wellington/whitewater rafting on the Kawarau River and many more‌ To find Explore More optional activity choices, look for the orange panel on the bottom of every tour page.

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Fox Glacier Guided glacier hike (gear provided) Queenstown Tandem skydive • AJ Hackett bungy jump • Skyswing 1,312ft above the town Lake Tekapo Scenic flight past glaciers & Mt Cook Milford Sound Cruise stunning Milford Sound (more on p.26-27)

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21 Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Auckland, New Zealand.

Day 3: Auckland to Bay of Islands Meet up with your Contiki team & head to the idyllic Northland region, with its laidback, endless-summer lifestyle. Later, chill out in seaside Paihia. Hotel (D) • Venture across Auckland’s Harbour Bridge & see the ‘City of Sails’ harbor made famous by the America’s Cup • See Auckland’s Sky Tower • Free time in Parry Kauri Park, home to many ancient giant kauri trees Day 4: Bay of Islands Undeniably pretty, this region ranks as one of NZ’s top natural playgrounds – chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands, or try out some watersports. Hotel (B) Day 5: Bay of Islands to Waitomo Circle back to Auckland. After lunch, roll through the lush, green countryside to Waitomo, with it’s amazing limestone formations & a visit to the glittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (B,D) • Enjoy a typical New Zealand country pub • Kiwi BBQ dinner Day 6: Waitomo to Rotorua Explore Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermal area & a cultural center of the native Maori people. Hotel (B,D) • Rotorua city tour • Visit Agrodome Theme Park, a fun & interactive farm experience • Hangi & cultural concert Day 7: Rotorua to Taupo Travel through the volcanic Wairakei area & find yourself in Taupo. This area offers some great back-to-nature & adventure activities. Resort (B) • See raging Huka Falls • View Lake Taupo - a vast, water-filled crater created from a volcanic blast & New Zealand’s largest lake Day 8: Taupo to Wellington Journey through World Heritage Listed Tongariro National Park, to the vibrant capital city. Hotel (B) • See the dramatic volcanic landscape made famous in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ • See the still active volcano - Mt Ruapehu • Visit Mt. Victoria for panoramic views Day 9: Wellington Check out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressive harbor views, eclectic shopping & thriving nightlife.

Hotel (B) • See even more of the sights made famous in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ Day 10: Wellington to Christchurch Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to a whole different world on the South Island.

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coastline, to the charmingly English city of Christchurch. Hotel (B) • Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough & Queen Charlotte Sounds • Visit a seal colony Day 11: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier Venture through the majestic Southern Alps & along the rugged West Coast to Hokitika & later on to Franz Josef. Lodge (B,D) • Christchurch city tour • Scenic drive through Arthur’s Pass • See traditional Maori greenstone carving Day 12: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown Explore the icy slopes of Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers. Then hit the road for the breathtaking Southern Lakes & adventure hub Queenstown. Hotel (B) • Drive through Westland National Park featuring glaciers & ancient rainforests • Stunning drive through the Southern Alps; see Lake Hawea & the Crown Range Days 13-14: Queenstown You’ve got 2 free days to explore the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’. Experience atmospheric restaurants, rocking bars & a picture postcard lakeside setting that will blow your mind! Hotel (B)(B,D) • Queenstown tour • See The Remarkables & Coronet Peak mountain ranges

Days 13-14: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re traveling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days - we can even organize ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel. (B)(B,D) Day 15: Queenstown to Dunedin Drop into cute Arrowtown, ride the Shotover Jet then maybe opt for an adrenaline rush at the original home of bungy! Later, it’s a change of scene as we head to the student hub, Dunedin. Hotel (B) • Speight’s Brewery tour & tasting • Take a spin on the Shotover Jet Day 16: Dunedin to Lake Ohau Stop at Moeraki for a look at the massive boulders located right by the beach.

Later, it’s onto Lake Ohau for views of Mt Cook & the Southern Alps. Lodge (B,D) • See the world’s steepest street • Visit historic Oamaru, Benmore Dam & Omarama • Tour & taste at the Cadbury chocolate factory Day 17: Lake Ohau to Christchurch Opt in for an amazing scenic flight over Mt. Cook. Then cut through Mackenzie Country back to Christchurch where the tour ends. (B) Day 18: Finish Christchurch Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning after breakfast. (B)

• Twin room supplement: US$159.

• Single room supplement: US$810.

• Code: ex Auckland: NDZA. Start 12:00 noon/End 10:00am.

• 16 day tour ends at Tanoa Aspen Hotel in Queenstown.

Please note: Departures marked in the price panel with • will be 17 days, deduct US$140 from the price in the price box.

• Twin room supplement: US$159.

• Single room supplement: US$810.

• 17 day tour ends at Queenstown airport.

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$199. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$99. See p.11 for details.

When to go and how much Code: NGZA 2011/12 All prices per person US$

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Prices above are based on a multi-share (mostly quad-share, maximum six share). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

NGZA: Day 3 start Auckland 12.00 noon & Day 18 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$205.

Tour only single supplement: US$859.

NGZC: Day 4 start Christchurch 8:00am & Day 18 end Auckland 12:00 noon.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$205.

Tour only single supplement: US$859.

• These tours feature a revised days 15 -16 itinerary to include an overnight stay in Milford Sound. The itinerary is day 15: Queenstown to Milford Sound, day 16: Milford Sound to Lake Ohau, day 17: Lake Ohau to Christchurch & days 1-14 as per itinerary above.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

New Zealand Grand Explorer 18 Days What’s included • 15 nights multi-share accommodation: 12 nights in hotels & resorts 3 nights in lodges (more on p.16) • 21 meals: 15 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges 1 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$215. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$109.

See p.11 for details.

Milford Sound highlight Explore More optional\ Take a break & try something different – a day trip & boat cruise on the stunning Milford Sound. This slice of paradise is known for its gorgeous waters, wildlife like whales & dolphins & incredible scenery.

For more info see the Explore More highlight optional box on p.26-27.

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23 Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Auckland, New Zealand.

Day 3: Auckland to Waitomo Meet up with your Contiki team & roll through lush, green countryside to Waitomo, with its amazing limestone formations & a chance to visit to the glittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (D) • Enjoy a typical New Zealand country pub • Kiwi BBQ Day 4: Waitomo to Rotorua Explore Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermal area & a cultural center of the native Maori people. Soak in hot, bubbly pools or chow down at a traditional Maori hangi & cultural concert. Hotel (B) • Rotorua city tour • Visit Agrodome Theme Park, a fun & interactive farm experience, with Kiwi farm animals & their world famous sheep show Day 5: Rotorua to Taupo Travel through the volcanic Wairakei area & find yourself in Taupo, nestled among spectacular natural wonders. This area offers some great back-to-nature & adventure activities. Resort (B) • See raging Huka Falls • View Lake Taupo - a vast, water-filled crater created from a volcanic blast & New Zealand’s largest lake Day 6: Taupo to Wellington Journey through World Heritage Listed Tongariro National Park, to the vibrant capital & the coolest bar & club scene in NZ. Hotel (B) • See the dramatic volcanic landscape made famous in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ • See the still active volcano, Mt. Ruapehu • Visit Mt. Victoria for panoramic views Day 7: Wellington Check out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressive harbor views, steep hills & red hot arts scene complete with hip bars, eclectic shopping & thriving late night entertainment. Hotel (B) • See even more of the sights made famous in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ Day 8: Wellington to Christchurch Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to a whole different world on the South Island. Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline through the country’s largest wine region to the charmingly English city of Christchurch. Hotel (B) • Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough & Queen Charlotte Sounds • Visit a seal colony Day 9: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier Venture through the majestic Southern Alps & along the rugged West Coast to

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Hokitika. Then later, it’s on to Franz Josef.

Lodge (B,D) • Christchurch city tour • Scenic drive through Arthur’s Pass • See traditional Maori greenstone carving Day 10: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown Explore the icy slopes of Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers. Then hit the road for the breathtaking Southern Lakes & Queenstown. Hotel (B) • Drive through Westland National Park featuring glaciers & ancient rainforests • Stunning drive through the Southern Alps; see Lake Hawea & the Crown Range Days 11-12: Queenstown You’ve got 2 free days to explore the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’ & its endless list of activities. Not to mention its atmospheric restaurants, rocking bars & a picture postcard lakeside setting that will blow your mind! Hotel (B)(B,D) • Queenstown tour • See The Remarkables & Coronet Peak mountain ranges

Days 11-12: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown?

You can if you’re traveling in July or August! You can choose to ski or board for 2 full days - we can even organize ski equipment & lessons for you.

Hotel. (B)(B,D) Day 13: Queenstown to Dunedin Drop into cute Arrowtown, ride the Shotover Jet then maybe opt for an adrenaline rush at the original home of bungy! Later, it’s a change of scene as we head to the student hub, Dunedin. Hotel (B) • Speight’s Brewery tour & tasting • Take a spin on the Shotover Jet Day 14: Dunedin to Lake Ohau Stop at Moeraki for a look at the massive boulders located right by the beach. Later, it’s onto Lake Ohau for stunning views of Mt Cook & the Southern Alps. Lodge (B,D) • See the world’s steepest street • Visit historic Oamaru, Benmore Dam & Omarama • Tour & taste at the Cadbury chocolate factory Day 15: Lake Ohau to Christchurch Opt in for an amazing scenic flight over Mt. Cook. Then cut through Mackenzie Country back to Chirstchurch where the tour ends & its time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) • See the beautiful turquoise waters of glacial Lake Tekapo Day 16: Finish Christchurch Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning after breakfast. (B)

• Twin room supplement: US$130.

• Single room supplement: US$649.

• Code: ex Auckland: NBZA. Start 12:00 noon/End 2:00pm.

• 14 day tour starts or ends at Tanoa Aspen Hotel.

Please note: Departures marked in the price panel with • will be 15 days, deduct US$140 from the price in the price box.

• Twin room supplement: US$130.

• Single room supplement: US$649.

• 15 day tour ends at Queenstown airport.

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$159. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$79. See p.11 for details.

When to go and how much Code: NPZA 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Code: NPZC 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Auckland C’church Only

Start Finish Tour C’church Auckland Only

2011 JUL 14• JUL 16 JUL 26• JUL 28 AUG 7 • AUG 9 AUG 19• AUG 21 AUG 31• SEP 2 SEP 12 SEP 14 SEP 24 SEP 26 OCT 6 OCT 8 OCT 18 OCT 20 OCT 26 OCT 28 NOV 3 NOV 5 NOV 11 NOV 13 NOV 19 NOV 21 NOV 27 NOV 29 DEC 5 DEC 7 DEC 9 DEC 11 DEC 13 DEC 15 DEC 17 DEC 19 DEC 21 DEC 23 DEC 25 DEC 27 DEC 29 DEC 31

JUL 29 AUG 10 AUG 22 SEP 3 SEP 15 SEP 27 OCT 9 OCT 21 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 12 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 JAN 1 JAN 5 JAN 9 JAN 13

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2011 JUL 11• JUL 13 JUL 23• JUL 25 AUG 4 • AUG 6 AUG 16• AUG 18 AUG 28• AUG 30 SEP 9 • SEP 11 SEP 21• SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 5 OCT 15 OCT 17 OCT 23 OCT 25 OCT 31 NOV 2 NOV 8 NOV 10 NOV 16 NOV 18 NOV 24 NOV 26 DEC 2 DEC 4 DEC 6 DEC 8 DEC 10 DEC 12 DEC 14 DEC 16 DEC 18 DEC 20 DEC 22 DEC 24 DEC 26 DEC 28 DEC 30 JAN 1

JUL 26 AUG 7 AUG 19 AUG 31 SEP 12 SEP 24 OCT 6 OCT 18 OCT 30 NOV 7 NOV 15 NOV 23 DEC 1 DEC 9 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10 JAN 14

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2012 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10 JAN 14 JAN 18 JAN 22 JAN 26 JAN 30 FEB 3 FEB 7 FEB 11 FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 2 MAR 14 MAR 26 APR 7 APR 19 MAY 1 MAY 13 MAY 25 JUN 6 JUN 18 JUN 30 JUL 12 JUL 24 AUG 5 AUG 17 AUG 29 SEP 10 SEP 22 OCT 4 OCT 16 OCT 24 NOV 1 NOV 9 NOV 17 NOV 25 DEC 3 DEC 7 DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31

JAN 17 JAN 21 JAN 25 JAN 29 FEB 2 FEB 6 FEB 10 FEB 14 FEB 18 FEB 22 FEB 26 MAR 1 MAR 5 MAR 9 MAR 13 MAR 17 MAR 29 APR 10 APR 22 MAY 4 MAY 16 MAY 28 JUN 9 JUN 21 JUL 3 JUL 15 JUL 27 AUG 8 AUG 20 SEP 1 SEP 13 SEP 25 OCT 7 OCT 19 OCT 31 NOV 8 NOV 16 NOV 24 DEC 2 DEC 10 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3 JAN 7 JAN 11 JAN 15

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2012 JAN 3 JAN 7 JAN 11 JAN 15 JAN 19 JAN 23 JAN 27 JAN 31 FEB 4 FEB 8 FEB 12 FEB 16 FEB 20 FEB 24 FEB 28 MAR 11 MAR 23 APR 4 APR 16 APR 28 MAY 10 MAY 22 JUN 3 JUN 15 JUN 27 JUL 9 JUL 21 AUG 2 AUG 14 AUG 26 SEP 7 SEP 19 OCT 1 OCT 13 OCT 21 OCT 29 NOV 6 NOV 14 NOV 22 NOV 30 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28

JAN 18 JAN 22 JAN 26 JAN 30 FEB 3 FEB 7 FEB 11 FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 2 MAR 6 MAR 10 MAR 14 MAR 26 APR 7 APR 19 MAY 1 MAY 13 MAY 25 JUN 6 JUN 18 JUN 30 JUL 12 JUL 24 AUG 5 AUG 17 AUG 29 SEP 10 SEP 22 OCT 4 OCT 16 OCT 28 NOV 5 NOV 13 NOV 21 NOV 29 DEC 7 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31 JAN 4 JAN 8 JAN 12

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JAN 4 JAN 8 JAN 12 JAN 16 JAN 20 JAN 24 JAN 28 FEB 1 FEB 5 FEB 9 FEB 13 FEB 17 FEB 21 FEB 25 FEB 29 MAR 4 MAR 16 MAR 28 APR 9 APR 21 MAY 3 MAY 15 MAY 27 JUN 8 JUN 20 JUL 2 JUL 14 JUL 26 AUG 7 AUG 19 AUG 31 SEP 12 SEP 24 OCT 6 OCT 18 OCT 26 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 9 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2

JAN 5 JAN 9 JAN 13 JAN 17 JAN 21 JAN 25 JAN 29 FEB 2 FEB 6 FEB 10 FEB 14 FEB 18 FEB 22 FEB 26 MAR 1 MAR 13 MAR 25 APR 6 APR 18 APR 30 MAY 12 MAY 24 JUN 5 JUN 17 JUN 29 JUL 11 JUL 23 AUG 4 AUG 16 AUG 28 SEP 9 SEP 21 OCT 3 OCT 15 OCT 23 OCT 31 NOV 8 NOV 16 NOV 24 DEC 2 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

Prices above are based on a multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

NPZA: Day 3 start Auckland 12.00 noon & Day 16 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$179.

Tour only single supplement: US$719.

NPZC: Day 4 start Christchurch 8:00am & Day 16 end Auckland 12:00 noon.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$179.

Tour only single supplement: US$719.

• These tours feature a revised days 13 -14 itinerary to include an overnight stay in Milford Sound. The itinerary is day 13: Queenstown to Milford Sound, day 14: Milford Sound to Lake Ohau, day 15: Lake Ohau to Christchurch & days 1-12 as per itinerary above.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

New Zealand Grand Adventurer 16 Days What’s included • 13 nights multi-share accommodation: 10 nights in hotels & resorts 3 nights in lodges (more on p.16) • 18 meals: 13 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges 1 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$189. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$95.

See p.11 for details.

Milford Sound highlight Explore More optional\ Take a break & try something different – a day trip & boat cruise on the stunning Milford Sound. This slice of paradise is known for its gorgeous waters, wildlife like whales & dolphins & incredible scenery.

For more info see the Explore More highlight optional box on p.26-27.

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• Bay of Islands Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkelling with lunch • Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls • Waitomo Guided tours of Ruakuri or Waitomo Caves to see the famous glowworms & rock formations • Black water rafting in a rubber ring through underground caves visit contiki.com/north-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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• Rotorua Become a ‘zorbonaut’ & race down a hill inside a mansize, transparent zorb ball • Lake Taupo Jet boat ride to Huka Falls • Fun evening lake cruise including fishing & karaoke!

• Wellington Quad biking through rugged, outback bushland

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25 Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Auckland, New Zealand.

Day 3: Auckland to Bay of Islands Meet up with your Contiki team & head up to the idyllic & green Northland region with its laidback, endless-summer lifestyle.

Later, chill out for the night in the Bay of Islands in seaside Paihia. Hotel (D) • Venture across Auckland’s Harbour Bridge & see the ‘City of Sails’ harbor made famous by the America’s Cup • See Auckland’s Sky Tower • Free time in Parry Kauri Park – home to a national treasure of ancient, giant kauri trees Day 4: Bay of Islands Undeniably pretty, this region ranks as one of NZ’s top natural playgrounds – chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands, or try out some watersports – there’s tons on offer. Hotel (B) • Sightseeing tours of Paihia & Waitangi • See the Tribal Lands of the Nga Puhi Maori Day 5: Bay of Islands to Waitomo Circle back to Auckland. After lunch, roll through the lush, green countryside to Waitomo, with its amazing limestone formations & a visit to the glittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (B,D) • Enjoy a traditional New Zealand country pub • Kiwi BBQ Day 6: Waitomo to Rotorua Explore Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermal area & a cultural center of the native Maori people. Soak in hot, bubbly pools or chow down at a traditional Maori hangi & cultural concert. Hotel (B,D) • Rotorua city tour

• Visit Agrodome Theme Park, a fun & interactive experience showcasing Kiwi farming, farm animals & a world famous sheep show Day 7: Rotorua to Taupo Travel through the volcanic Wairakei area & find yourself in Taupo, nestled among spectacular natural wonders & offering some great back-to-nature & adventure activities. Resort (B) • See raging Huka Falls • View Lake Taupo - a vast, water-filled crater created from a volcanic blast & New Zealand’s largest lake Day 8: Taupo to Wellington Journey through World Heritage Listed Tongariro National Park en route to NZ’s vibrant capital & the trendiest bar & club scenes in the country. Hotel (B) • See the dramatic volcanic landscape made famous in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ • See the still active volcano, Mt. Ruapehu • Wellington city tour • Visit Mt. Victoria for panoramic views Day 9: Wellington Check out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressive harbor views, steep hills & red hot arts scene complete with hip bars, eclectic shopping & thriving late night entertainment. Hotel (B) • See even more of the sights made famous in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ Day 10: Wellington to Christchurch Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to the South Island. Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline through the country’s largest wine region to Christchurch where the tour ends & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. Hotel (B) • Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough & Queen Charlotte Sounds • Visit a seal colony on the Kaikoura coast Day 11: Finish Christchurch Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning after breakfast. (B)

Catamaran cruise, Bay of Islands

9 Day option for the Northern Highlights

US$895pp US$100/day From

Got more time?

We’ve got a shorter, 9 day version of the 11 day Northern Highlights tour that starts or ends in Wellington.

• For 9 day tour price - deduct up to US$260 from price in the price box.

• Twin room supplement: US$75.

• Single room supplement: US$349.

• Code: ex Auckland: NNZA. Start 12:00 noon/End 8:00am.

• Code: ex Wellington: NNZC. Start 7:30am/End 12:00 noon.

• 9 day tour starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel in Wellington.

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$95.

Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$49. See p.11 for details.

When to go and how much Code: NNHA 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Code: NNHC 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Auckland C’church Only

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour C’church Auckland Only

2011 JUL 12 JUL 24 AUG 5 AUG 17 AUG 29 SEP 10 SEP 22 OCT 4 OCT 16 OCT 24 NOV 1 NOV 9 NOV 17 NOV 25 DEC 3 DEC 7 DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31

JUL 14 JUL 26 AUG 7 AUG 19 AUG 31 SEP 12 SEP 24 OCT 6 OCT 18 OCT 26 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 9 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2

JUL 22 AUG 3 AUG 15 AUG 27 SEP 8 SEP 20 OCT 2 OCT 14 OCT 26 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10

1190 1190 1190 1190 1190 1190 1190 1230 1230 1230 1230 1230 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245

2012 JAN 4 JAN 8 JAN 12 JAN 16 JAN 20 JAN 24 JAN 28 FEB 1 FEB 5 FEB 9 FEB 13 FEB 17 FEB 21 FEB 25 FEB 29 MAR 12 MAR 24 APR 5 APR 17 APR 29 MAY 11 MAY 23 JUN 4 JUN 16 JUN 28 JUL 10 JUL 22 AUG 3 AUG 15 AUG 27 SEP 8 SEP 20 OCT 2 OCT 14 OCT 22 OCT 30 NOV 7 NOV 15 NOV 23 DEC 1 DEC 5 DEC 9 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29

JAN 6 JAN 10 JAN 14 JAN 18 JAN 22 JAN 26 JAN 30 FEB 3 FEB 7 FEB 11 FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 2 MAR 14 MAR 26 APR 7 APR 19 MAY 1 MAY 13 MAY 25 JUN 6 JUN 18 JUN 30 JUL 12 JUL 24 AUG 5 AUG 17 AUG 29 SEP 10 SEP 22 OCT 4 OCT 16 OCT 24 NOV 1 NOV 9 NOV 17 NOV 25 DEC 3 DEC 7 DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31

JAN 14 JAN 18 JAN 22 JAN 26 JAN 30 FEB 3 FEB 7 FEB 11 FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 2 MAR 6 MAR 10 MAR 22 APR 3 APR 15 APR 27 MAY 9 MAY 21 JUN 2 JUN 14 JUN 26 JUL 8 JUL 20 AUG 1 AUG 13 AUG 25 SEP 6 SEP 18 SEP 30 OCT 12 OCT 24 NOV 1 NOV 9 NOV 17 NOV 25 DEC 3 DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31 JAN 4 JAN 8

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2011 JUL 6 JUL 18 JUL 30 AUG 11 AUG 23 SEP 4 SEP 16 SEP 28 OCT 10 OCT 22 OCT 30 NOV 7 NOV 15 NOV 23 DEC 1 DEC 9 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10 JAN 14 JAN 18 JAN 22 JAN 26 JAN 30

JUL 8 JUL 20 AUG 1 AUG 13 AUG 25 SEP 6 SEP 18 SEP 30 OCT 12 OCT 24 NOV 1 NOV 9 NOV 17 NOV 25 DEC 3 DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31 JAN 4 JAN 8 JAN 12 JAN 16 JAN 20 JAN 24 JAN 28 FEB 1

JUL 16 JUL 28 AUG 9 AUG 21 SEP 2 SEP 14 SEP 26 OCT 8 OCT 20 NOV 1 NOV 9 NOV 17 NOV 25 DEC 3 DEC 11 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31 JAN 4 JAN 8 JAN 12 JAN 16 JAN 20 JAN 24 JAN 28 FEB 1 FEB 5 FEB 9

1155 1155 1155 1155 1155 1155 1155 1155 1195 1195 1195 1195 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1225 1225 1225 1225 1225 1225 1210 1210 1210 1210 1210 1210

2012 FEB 3 FEB 7 FEB 11 FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 2 MAR 6 MAR 18 MAR 30 APR 11 APR 23 MAY 5 MAY 17 MAY 29 JUN 10 JUN 22 JUL 4 JUL 16 JUL 28 AUG 9 AUG 21 SEP 2 SEP 14 SEP 26 OCT 8 OCT 20 OCT 28 NOV 5 NOV 13 NOV 21 NOV 29 DEC 7 DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31

FEB 5 FEB 9 FEB 13 FEB 17 FEB 21 FEB 25 FEB 29 MAR 4 MAR 8 MAR 20 APR 1 APR 13 APR 25 MAY 7 MAY 19 MAY 31 JUN 12 JUN 24 JUL 6 JUL 18 JUL 30 AUG 11 AUG 23 SEP 4 SEP 16 SEP 28 OCT 10 OCT 22 OCT 30 NOV 7 NOV 15 NOV 23 DEC 1 DEC 9 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2

FEB 13 FEB 17 FEB 21 FEB 25 FEB 29 MAR 4 MAR 8 MAR 12 MAR 16 MAR 28 APR 9 APR 21 MAY 3 MAY 15 MAY 27 JUN 8 JUN 20 JUL 2 JUL 14 JUL 26 AUG 7 AUG 19 AUG 31 SEP 12 SEP 24 OCT 6 OCT 18 OCT 30 NOV 7 NOV 15 NOV 23 DEC 1 DEC 9 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10

1210 1210 1210 1210 1210 1210 1210 1210 1210 1210 1205 1205 1205 1205 1205 1205 1205 1205 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1210 1210 1210 1210 1210 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1260 1260 1260 1260

New Zealand Northern Highlights 11 Days What’s included • 8 nights multi-share accommodation: 6 nights in hotels 1 night in a resort 1 night in a lodge (more on p.16) • 11 meals: 8 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$119. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$59.

See p.11 for details.

Prices above are based on a multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

NNHA: Day 3 start Auckland 12.00noon & Day 11 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$109.

Tour only single supplement: US$469.

NNHC: Day 4 start Christchurch 7:00am & Day 11 end Auckland 12:00noon.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$109.

Tour only single supplement: US$469.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

Ride the Huka Jet, Taupo

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• Lake tekapo Scenic flight past glaciers & Mt Cook, NZ’s highest peak or Kawarau Rivers • Queenstown Thrilling jet boat ride through the Shotover River • Canyon swing on a giant rope across the Shotover River, 357ft up!

• Fox Glacier Guided glacier hike right onto the glacier itself (gear provided) • Heli-hike tour • Fly to & walk on the glacier • Scenic helicopter flight to see Mt Cook & land on Fox Glacier • Milford Sound highlight optional Cruise stunning Milford Sound

visit contiki.com/south-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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27 Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Christchurch, New Zealand.

Day 3: Arrive Christchurch Check into Bealeys Hotel with the rest of the day at leisure to explore Christchurch.

Hotel Day 4: Christchurch to Lake Ohau Meet up with your Contiki team & set out for Lake Ohau this morning. On the way, cut through surreal Mackenzie Country, snap a picture of glacial Lake Tekapo’s brilliant turquoise water & catch a glimpse of impressive Mt. Cook. Lodge (D) Day 5: Lake Ohau to Dunedin Enjoy stunning views of Mt Cook & the Southern Alps. Stop at Moeraki for a look at the massive boulders located right by the beach on the way to Dunedin. Hotel (B) • Tour & taste at the Cadbury chocolate factory • Visit historic Oamaru, Benmore Dam & Omarama • See the world’s steepest street • Speight’s Brewery tour & tasting Day 6: Dunedin to Queenstown It’s a change of scene as we leave the student hub, Dunedin. Drop into cute Arrowtown, ride the Shotover Jet then maybe opt for an adrenaline rush at the original home of bungy! Hotel (B) • Take a spin on the Shotover Jet Days 7-8: Queenstown You’ve got 2 free days to explore the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’ & its endless list of activities. Not to mention its atmospheric restaurants, rocking bars &

12 Day option for the Scenic Southern

US$1305pp US$109/day From

Got more time?

We’ve got a longer, 12 day version of the 11 day Scenic Southern tour that starts or ends in Wellington.

a picture postcard lakeside setting that will blow your mind! Hotel (B)(B,D) • Queenstown tour • See The Remarkables & Coronet Peak mountain ranges

Days 7-8: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re traveling in July or August! You can choose to ski or board for 2 full days - we can even organize ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel. (B)(B,D) Day 9: Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier Hit the road & pass the last of the breathtaking Southern Lakes area & up over Haast Pass to icy terrain of the Franz Josef & Fox Glacier region. Lodge (B,D) • Drive through Westland National Park featuring glaciers & ancient rainforests • Stunning drive through the Southern Alps Day 10: Franz Josef Glacier to Christchurch Venture along the rugged West Coast up to Hokitika & then through the majestic Southern Alps on an amazing drive back to the charmingly English city of Christchurch where you’ll have free time to explore. Resort (B) • See traditional Maori greenstone carving • Scenic drive through Arthur’s Pass National Park • Christchurch city tour Day 11: Finish Christchurch Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning after breakfast. (B) Please note: This is the itinerary for the tour code NSZC. The NSZA itinerary operates in reverse.

• For 12 day tour price - add up to US$190 to price in the price box.

• Twin room supplement: US$105.

• Single room supplement: US$389.

• Code: ex Christchurch: NSHC. Start 8:00am/End 8:00am.

• Code: ex Wellington: NSHA. Start 7:00am/End 8:00am.

• 12 day tour starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel in Wellington.

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$129. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$65. See p.11 for details.

Milford Sound highlight Explore More optional\

If you’ve done a bungy, rafted, quadbiked & jetboated your way around Queenstown - why not mix it up & take a day trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound.

We’ll drive you to this stunning 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!

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When to go and how much Code: NSZC 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Code: NSZA 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

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2011 JUN 29• JUL 1 JUL 11• JUL 13 JUL 23• JUL 25 AUG 4 • AUG 6 AUG 16• AUG 18 AUG 28• AUG 30 SEP 9 • SEP 11 SEP 21• SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 5 OCT 15 OCT 17 OCT 23 OCT 25 OCT 31 NOV 2 NOV 8 NOV 10 NOV 16 NOV 18 NOV 24 NOV 26 DEC 2 DEC 4 DEC 6 DEC 8 DEC 10 DEC 12 DEC 14 DEC 16 DEC 18 DEC 20 DEC 22 DEC 24 DEC 26 DEC 28 DEC 30 JAN 1

JUL 9 JUL 21 AUG 2 AUG 14 AUG 26 SEP 7 SEP 19 OCT 1 OCT 13 OCT 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 JAN 1 JAN 5 JAN 9

1115 1115 1115 1115 1115 1115 1115 1115 1135 1135 1135 1135 1135 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165

2012 JAN 3 JAN 7 JAN 11 JAN 15 JAN 19 JAN 23 JAN 27 JAN 31 FEB 4 FEB 8 FEB 12 FEB 16 FEB 20 FEB 24 FEB 28 MAR 11 MAR 23 APR 4 APR 16 APR 28 MAY 10 MAY 22 JUN 3 JUN 15 JUN 27 JUL 9 JUL 21 AUG 2 AUG 14 AUG 26 SEP 7 SEP 19 OCT 1 OCT 13 OCT 21 OCT 29 NOV 6 NOV 14 NOV 22 NOV 30 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28

JAN 13 JAN 17 JAN 21 JAN 25 JAN 29 FEB 2 FEB 6 FEB 10 FEB 14 FEB 18 FEB 22 FEB 26 MAR 1 MAR 5 MAR 9 MAR 21 APR 2 APR 14 APR 26 MAY 8 MAY 20 JUN 1 JUN 13 JUN 25 JUL 7 JUL 19 JUL 31 AUG 12 AUG 24 SEP 5 SEP 17 SEP 29 OCT 11 OCT 23 OCT 31 NOV 8 NOV 16 NOV 24 DEC 2 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3 JAN 7

1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1149 1149 1149 1149 1149 1149 1149 1149 1135 1135 1135 1135 1135 1135 1135 1159 1159 1159 1159 1159 1185 1185 1185 1185 1185 1185 1185 1185 1185 1185

JAN 5 JAN 9 JAN 13 JAN 17 JAN 21 JAN 25 JAN 29 FEB 2 FEB 6 FEB 10 FEB 14 FEB 18 FEB 22 FEB 26 MAR 1 MAR 13 MAR 25 APR 6 APR 18 APR 30 MAY 12 MAY 24 JUN 5 JUN 17 JUN 29 JUL 11 JUL 23 AUG 4 AUG 16 AUG 28 SEP 9 SEP 21 OCT 3 OCT 15 OCT 23 OCT 31 NOV 8 NOV 16 NOV 24 DEC 2 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

Start Finish Tour C’church C’church Only

2011 JUL 7 • JUL 9 JUL 19• JUL 21 JUL 31• AUG 2 AUG 12• AUG 14 AUG 24• AUG 26 SEP 5 • SEP 7 SEP 17 SEP 19 SEP 29 OCT 1 OCT 11 OCT 13 OCT 23 OCT 25 OCT 31 NOV 2 NOV 8 NOV 10 NOV 16 NOV 18 NOV 24 NOV 26 DEC 2 DEC 4 DEC 10 DEC 12 DEC 14 DEC 16 DEC 18 DEC 20 DEC 22 DEC 24 DEC 26 DEC 28 DEC 30 JAN 1

JUL 17 JUL 29 AUG 10 AUG 22 SEP 3 SEP 15 SEP 27 OCT 9 OCT 21 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 12 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 JAN 1 JAN 5 JAN 9

1115 1115 1115 1115 1115 1115 1115 1135 1135 1135 1135 1135 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165 1165

2012 JAN 3 JAN 7 JAN 11 JAN 15 JAN 19 JAN 23 JAN 27 JAN 31 FEB 4 FEB 8 FEB 12 FEB 16 FEB 20 FEB 24 FEB 28 MAR 3 MAR 7 MAR 19 MAR 31 APR 12 APR 24 MAY 6 MAY 18 MAY 30 JUN 11 JUN 23 JUL 5 JUL 17 JUL 29 AUG 10 AUG 22 SEP 3 SEP 15 SEP 27 OCT 9 OCT 21 OCT 29 NOV 6 NOV 14 NOV 22 NOV 30 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28

JAN 13 JAN 17 JAN 21 JAN 25 JAN 29 FEB 2 FEB 6 FEB 10 FEB 14 FEB 18 FEB 22 FEB 26 MAR 1 MAR 5 MAR 9 MAR 13 MAR 17 MAR 29 APR 10 APR 22 MAY 4 MAY 16 MAY 28 JUN 9 JUN 21 JUL 3 JUL 15 JUL 27 AUG 8 AUG 20 SEP 1 SEP 13 SEP 25 OCT 7 OCT 19 OCT 31 NOV 8 NOV 16 NOV 24 DEC 2 DEC 10 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3 JAN 7

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JAN 5 JAN 9 JAN 13 JAN 17 JAN 21 JAN 25 JAN 29 FEB 2 FEB 6 FEB 10 FEB 14 FEB 18 FEB 22 FEB 26 MAR 1 MAR 5 MAR 9 MAR 21 APR 2 APR 14 APR 26 MAY 8 MAY 20 JUN 1 JUN 13 JUN 25 JUL 7 JUL 19 JUL 31 AUG 12 AUG 24 SEP 5 SEP 17 SEP 29 OCT 11 OCT 23 OCT 31 NOV 8 NOV 16 NOV 24 DEC 2 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

New Zealand Scenic Southern 11 Days What’s included • 8 nights multi-share accommodation: 6 nights in hotels & resorts 2 nights in lodges (more on p.16) • 10 meals: 7 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges 1 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$115. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$59.

See p.11 for details.

Prices above are based on a multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

NSZC: Day 4 start Christchurch 8.00am & Day 11 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$99.

Tour only single supplement: US$325.

NSZA: Day 4 start Christchurch 7:00am & Day 11 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$99.

Tour only single supplement: US$325.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

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What’s included • 2 nights multi-share hotel accommodation: (more on p.16) • 3 meals: 2 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

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• Bay of Islands BBQ dinner & champagne • Ferry ride & guided historical walking tour of Russell

5 Days From US$309pp US$62/day

NORTH ISLAND

When to go and how much Code: NCZA/NCZC 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$ Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Auckland Auckland Only

2011 JUN 30 JUL 12 JUL 24 AUG 5 AUG 17 AUG 29 SEP 10 SEP 22 OCT 4 OCT 16 OCT 24 OCT 28 NOV 1 NOV 5 NOV 9 NOV 13 NOV 17 NOV 21 NOV 25 NOV 29 DEC 3 DEC 7 DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31

JUL 2 JUL 14 JUL 26 AUG 7 AUG 19 AUG 31 SEP 12 SEP 24 OCT 6 OCT 18 •• OCT 26 • OCT 30 •• NOV 3 • NOV 7 •• NOV 11 • NOV 15 •• NOV 19 • NOV 23 •• NOV 27 • DEC 1 •• DEC 5 DEC 9 •• DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2

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Depart USA 2012 FEB 21 FEB 25 FEB 29 MAR 4 MAR 8 MAR 12 MAR 24 APR 5 APR 17 APR 29 MAY 11 MAY 23 JUN 4 JUN 16 JUN 28 JUL 10 JUL 22 AUG 3 AUG 15 AUG 27 SEP 8 SEP 20 OCT 2 OCT 14 OCT 22 OCT 26 OCT 30 NOV 3 NOV 7 NOV 11 NOV 15 NOV 19 NOV 23 NOV 27 DEC 1 DEC 5 DEC 9 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29

Start Finish Tour Auckland Auckland Only

FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 2 • MAR 6 • MAR 10 MAR 14 MAR 26 APR 7 APR 19 MAY 1 MAY 13 MAY 25 JUN 6 JUN 18 JUN 30 JUL 12 JUL 24 AUG 5 AUG 17 AUG 29 SEP 10 SEP 22 OCT 4 OCT 16 •• OCT 24 • OCT 28 •• NOV 1 • NOV 5 •• NOV 9 • NOV 13 •• NOV 17 • NOV 21 •• NOV 25 • NOV 29 •• DEC 3 DEC 7 •• DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31

FEB 25 FEB 29 MAR 4 MAR 8 MAR 12 MAR 16 MAR 28 APR 9 APR 21 MAY 3 MAY 15 MAY 27 JUN 8 JUN 20 JUL 2 JUL 14 JUL 26 AUG 7 AUG 19 AUG 31 SEP 12 SEP 24 OCT 6 OCT 18 OCT 26 OCT 30 NOV 3 NOV 7 NOV 11 NOV 15 NOV 19 NOV 23 NOV 27 DEC 1 DEC 5 DEC 9 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2

325 325 325 325 325 325 325 319 319 319 319 319 319 319 319 315 315 315 315 315 315 315 325 325 325 325 325 325 325 325 329 329 329 329 329 329 329 329 329 329 329 329

contiki.com/bay Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Auckland, New Zealand.

Day 3: Auckland to Bay of Islands Meet up with your Contiki Team in New Zealand’s largest city & head north up the coast to the idyllic & green Northland region.

This area is a favorite vacation destination with the Kiwi’s because of its never-ending beaches & laidback, endless-summer lifestyle. On the way, stop & walk through a forest reserve with fascinating & uniquely Kiwi, Kauri Trees. These ancient trees can get seriously massive - you’d need 26 foot arms to wrap yourself around them! Tonight, take it easy at a seaside resort in Paihia & experience the beauty & spectacular scenery of the Bay of Islands. Hotel (D) • Venture across Auckland’s Harbour Bridge & see the ‘City of Sails’ harbor made famous by the America’s Cup • See Auckland’s Sky Tower • Free time in Parry Kauri Park – home to a national treasure of ancient, giant Kauri Trees

Day 4: Bay of Islands Undeniably pretty, this region ranks as one of New Zealand’s top natural playgrounds & getting out on the water is a must! Opt in for a sea kayaking adventure, dive in & swim with the dolphins, parasail over the beautiful turquoise waters, or speed through the ‘Hole in the Rock’ on a fast boat through the islands. This area is also a place rich in Maori culture. Explore their Tribal Lands & learn more about the region’s history as the nation’s birthplace. Later, take your pick from one of the area’s many stunning beaches & chill out under the sun. Hotel (B) • Sightseeing tours of Paihia & Waitangi • See the Tribal Lands of the Nga Puhi Maori Day 5: Bay of Islands to Auckland Wrap up your sun-filled days in ‘The Bay’ & return to the big city. Head south through the unspoilt Northland countryside & catch some excellent city & harbor views before the tour ends around lunchtime. Swap emails & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

Prices above are based on a multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

NCZC/NCZA: Day 3 start Auckland 12.00 noon & Day 5 end Auckland 12.00 noon.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$35.

Tour only single supplement: US$149.

• The tour code for these dates is NCZC only •• The tour code for these dates is NCZA only For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

Sand dune surfing

Dolphin swimming

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• Bay of Islands Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls • Swim with the dolphins • Exciting ‘Fastboat’ trip through the ‘Hole in the Rock’ • Day tour to ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ with off-roading & sand dune ‘surfing’

visit contiki.com/bay-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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What’s included

8 Days From US$765pp US$96/day

COOK STRAIT

When to go and how much Code: NRZA 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

contiki.com/steam Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Auckland, New Zealand.

Day 3: Auckland to Bay of Islands Meet up with your Contiki Team in New Zealand’s largest city & head north up the coast to the idyllic & green Northland region. This area is a favorite vacation destination with the Kiwi’s because of its never-ending beaches & laidback, endless-summer lifestyle. Tonight, take it easy at a seaside resort in Paihia & experience the beauty & spectacular scenery of the Bay of Islands. Hotel (D) • Venture across Auckland’s Harbour Bridge & see the ‘City of Sails’ harbor made famous by the America’s Cup • See Auckland’s Sky Tower • Free time in Parry Kauri Park – home to a national treasure of ancient, giant Kauri Trees Day 4: Bay of Islands Undeniably pretty, this region ranks as one of New Zealand’s top natural playgrounds & getting out on the water is a must! Opt in for a sea kayaking adventure, dive in & swim with the dolphins, parasail over the beautiful turquoise waters, or speed through the “Hole in the Rock” on a fast boat through the islands. This area is also a place rich in Maori culture. Explore their Tribal Lands & learn more about the region’s history as the nation’s birthplace. Later, take your pick from one of the area’s many stunning beaches & chill out under the sun. Hotel (B) • Sightseeing tours of Paihia & Waitangi • See the Tribal Lands of the Nga Puhi Maori Day 5: Bay of Islands to Waitomo Circle back to Auckland, with it’s panoramic location right on a harbor & surrounded by outer islands. After lunch, roll through the

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lush, green countryside to Waitomo. There’s over 300 caves in the area, with some unique attractions like amazing limestone formations & glowing bugs at the glittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (B,D) • Enjoy a traditional New Zealand country pub • Kiwi BBQ Day 6: Waitomo to Rotorua See even more amazing scenery today en-route to Rotorua. Explore Rotorua, New Zealand’s most dynamic thermal area & a cultural center of the native Maori people.

Soak in hot, bubbly pools or chow down at a traditional Maori hangi & concert.

Hotel (B,D) • Rotorua city tour • Visit Agrodome Theme Park, a fun & interactive experience showcasing Kiwi farming, farm animals & a world famous sheep show Day 7: Rotorua to Auckland You’ll be collected by a transfer coach to head through the Waitomo countryside back to Auckland, arriving in the late afternoon. Hotel (B) Please note: The transfer from Rotorua to Auckland is not operated by Contiki, but a third party operator.

Day 8: Finish Auckland Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends after breakfast (B)

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Auckland Auckland Only

2011 JUN 30 JUL 12 JUL 24 AUG 5 AUG 17 AUG 29 SEP 10 SEP 22 OCT 4 OCT 16 OCT 24 NOV 1 NOV 9 NOV 17 NOV 25 DEC 3 DEC 7 DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27

JUL 2 JUL 14 JUL 26 AUG 7 AUG 19 AUG 31 SEP 12 SEP 24 OCT 6 OCT 18 OCT 26 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 9 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29

JUL 7 JUL 19 JUL 31 AUG 12 AUG 24 SEP 5 SEP 17 SEP 29 OCT 11 OCT 23 OCT 31 NOV 8 NOV 16 NOV 24 DEC 2 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3

765 765 765 765 765 765 765 765 779 779 779 779 779 799 799 799 799 799 799 799 799 799

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Start Finish Tour Auckland Auckland Only

2012 FEB 17 FEB 21 FEB 25 FEB 29 MAR 12 MAR 24 APR 5 APR 17 APR 29 MAY 11 MAY 23 JUN 4 JUN 16 JUN 28 JUL 10 JUL 22 AUG 3 AUG 15 AUG 27 SEP 8 SEP 20 OCT 2 OCT 14 OCT 22 OCT 30 NOV 7 NOV 15 NOV 23 DEC 1 DEC 5 DEC 9 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29

FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 2 MAR 14 MAR 26 APR 7 APR 19 MAY 1 MAY 13 MAY 25 JUN 6 JUN 18 JUN 30 JUL 12 JUL 24 AUG 5 AUG 17 AUG 29 SEP 10 SEP 22 OCT 4 OCT 16 OCT 24 NOV 1 NOV 9 NOV 17 NOV 25 DEC 3 DEC 7 DEC 11 DEC 15 DEC 19 DEC 23 DEC 27 DEC 31

FEB 24 FEB 28 MAR 3 MAR 7 MAR 19 MAR 31 APR 12 APR 24 MAY 6 MAY 18 MAY 30 JUN 11 JUN 23 JUL 5 JUL 17 JUL 29 AUG 10 AUG 22 SEP 3 SEP 15 SEP 27 OCT 9 OCT 21 OCT 29 NOV 6 NOV 14 NOV 22 NOV 30 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 JAN 1 JAN 5

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• 5 nights multi-share accommodation: 4 nights in hotels 1 night in a lodge (more on p.16) • 7 meals: 4 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

\ Includes

Only Contiki

• Bay of Islands BBQ dinner & champagne • Ferry ride & guided historical walking tour of Russell • Traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance in Rotorua

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$75. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$39.

See p.11 for details.

Prices above are based on a multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

NRZA: Day 3 start Auckland 12.00 noon & Day 18 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$55.

Tour only single supplement: US$259.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

Guided bush walk

• Bay of Islands Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkelling with lunch • Waitomo Black water rafting in a inner tube through underground caves

• Rotorua Skyline gondola & luge rides • Guided walk through the bush to spot Kiwis & Tuataras

visit contiki.com/steam-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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Ultimate Winter Adventure

New Zealand Ultimate Winter Adventure 11 Days 1

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• 8 nights twin-share hotel accommodation: (more on p.16) • 10 meals: 7 breakfasts (B) 3 dinner (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • 3 day ski lift passes • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges 1 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

2 CHRISTCHURCH

HAAST PASS LAKE TEKAPO LAKE PUKAKI

PACIFIC OCEAN

5 QUEENSTOWN

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• Rainforest hotpool swim in Franz Josef • Thrilling Shotover Jet ride in Queenstown • Queenstown Skyline gondola ride

contiki.com/nzski When to go and how much Code: CZSKI03 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save up to US$145. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to US$75.

See p.11 for details.

Discover Lord of the Rings country

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Depart USA

Start Finish Tour C’church C’church Only

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour C’church C’church Only

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Prices above are based on a multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

CZSKIC04: Day 4 start Christchurch 8.30am & Day 11 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$80.

Tour only single supplement: US$389.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Christchurch, New Zealand.

Day 3: Arrive Christchurch Check into Bealeys Hotel with the rest of the day at leisure to explore Christchurch.

Hotel Day 4: Christchurch to Fox Glacier Meet up with your Contiki team & get to know your new travel buddies as we venture through the majestic Southern Alps to Hokitika, a cool little coastal town famous for gold & greenstone. Later, wind down along the rugged West Coast to the spectacular Franz Josef & Fox Glacier region. Hotel (D) • Scenic drive through Arthur’s Pass National Park • See traditional Maori greenstone carving Day 5: Fox Glacier to Queenstown Hop in a helicopter & fly off for an Explore More optional thrilling alpine experience encompassing 2 world famous glaciers.

Or put on your hiking boots & get right out onto the icy slopes of the living, moving glacier. Then it’s back on the road to the breathtaking Southern Lakes & traveler’s favorite – Queenstown! Hotel (B,D) • Westland National Park drive full of glaciers & ancient rainforests • See Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers • Jaw-dropping drive through the Southern Alps Days 6-8: Queenstown You’re here to ski or board, so hit the slopes & carve up the mountain! This area is made up of some of the country’s best resorts, with 3 mountain playgrounds to

• Fox Glacier Guided glacier hike right onto the glacier itself (gear provided) • Glacier heli ride & hike

pick from – The Remarkables, Coronet Peak & Cardrona, you’re sure to find the best conditions. On day 5 there’s an included gondola trip to the top of Bob’s Peak for an unforgettable dinner & night out high above Queenstown.

Hotel (B) (B) (B,D) • 3 day lift pass & transfers to & from ski fields • Dinner at Skyline Restaurant Day 9: Queenstown It’s a free day to either test yourself on the mountain again or try out an endless list of non-ski activities in the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’. Think about bungy-jumping, caving, rafting, sledging, jetboating or skydiving. Tonight head out to one of the many fantastic bars in town, full of locals & travelers. Hotel (B) • Queenstown tour Day 10: Queenstown to Christchurch Cut through the surreal landscape of Mackenzie Country, past glacial Lake Tekapo on the way back to the charmingly English city of Christchurch where you’ll have free time to explore.

Hotel (B) • Exclusive Shotover Jet ride • Stop at AJ Hackett’s bungy bridge at Kawarau River • Soak up the historical ambience of Arrowtown with its original wooden & stone buildings • Catch a glimpse of impressive Mt. Cook • See the beautiful glacial lakes of Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki • See the historic Church of the Good Shepherd Day 11: Finish Christchurch Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning after breakfast. (B) Please note: Ski & snowboard equipment is available for rent in Queenstown.

• Queenstown Scenic tandem skydive • AJ Hackett bungy jump

visit contiki.com/nzski-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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Auckland Explorer

New Zealand Auckland Explorer 3 Days

3 Days US$245pp US$82day

Auckland short break package Want to spend a bit more time in NZ’s multicultural capital at your own pace? Grab a value-packed collection of extras, activities & fantastic accommodation with our 2 night Auckland Explorer package. You can take one before or after your tour!

Hit the streets with your included ‘Explorer Pass’ & you’ll be able to hop on & hop off at all the must-see Auckland spots. There’s tons happening from Maori performances at the

Auckland Museum to Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter & Underwater World. Spectacular views from the Sky Tower can be topped off with a Vertigo tower climb or you can even basejump from it! Or take to the streets & soak up the cool vibes at Parnell & Ponsonby for some great coffee, amazing shopping & good times.

A walk through the Viaduct Harbour is a must do, once the heart of the America’s Cup, it’s got great choices of restaurants & cool bars.

There’s a wine trail on Waiheke Island, harbor sailing options, ferry trips & Maori & Polynesian markets…the list is unique & almost endless!

What’s included • 2 nights twin-share hotel accommodation: (more on p.16)

• 2 meals: 2 breakfasts (B)

• Welcome pack with maps & activity ideas

• 1 day Explorer Bus sightseeing ‘hop on hop off’ pass Please note: A Contiki Tour Manager is not included in this short break package. Twin room basis can only be booked when 2 friends book the same trip at the same time. Share types may be on a request basis. This short break package can only be booked in conjunction with a Contiki New Zealand tour.

• Tour code: NZAS • Twin-share US$245 • Single room supplement US$169

Skytower jump!

Day trip to Waiheke Island

contiki.com/ auckland

visit contiki.com/auckland-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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It’s your Australia\ It’s Australia’s diversity that makes it so exceptional, & Contiki is no different.

We’ve been on the road since ’62 & we’ve perfected the art of travel for 18-35s.

Do it your way\ No matter what kind of Aussie vacation or experience you’re after, or the amount of time you’ve got, there’s a Contiki adventure with your name on it. With 16 great tours to choose from, there’s a Contiki adventure that’s perfect for you. Want to see the Top End, the Red Centre, the beaches, the cities? Or simply want to see it all? We’ve got a range of start & end point options, so you can choose where your tour starts & from lots of departure dates, giving you even more flexibility to see exactly what you want, in the timeframe you’ve got.

It’s all about you\ From your Tour Manager & Tour Driver to our Customer Service Team, everyone at Contiki has one single focus - to make your trip the experience of a lifetime. We’re all passionate travelers who live & breathe Australia, so we know how to bring it to life for you. As well as making your trip smooth & hassle free, we have the local knowledge to get you off the regular tourist trails & inside the real Australia.

Do more for less\ Whether it’s meeting indigenous communities & tasting traditionally cooked kangaroo meat, learning to throw a boomerang, sipping a drink by Noosa Beach or learning to surf, traveling with Contiki means you are guaranteed to get more included in your trip. Australia is a big place, with so much to experience. We make sure you get to see more of the best bits with lots of exclusive experiences at no extra cost.

See p.34-35 for more.

We also save you time & money - time because we take the hassle out of getting around & money because our experience means we can get preferential deals.

You will be hard pressed to do all that we do for less - take a look at p.10 to see how Contiki stacks up & check our great deals & ways to save on p.11.

More free time\ We all travel for different reasons, so even with all that we plan we still make sure there’s plenty of “you time”. Whether you use it to explore for yourself or just to relax, you get free time every day. If you are looking for some inspirational things to do, we’ve got a range of Explore More optional activities to help you get the most out of your trip.

See p.36-37 for more info.

The real Australia\ Wherever you travel, you want to get the real, local experience & with Contiki, that’s exactly what you get. The perfect place to see the incredible landscapes in Kakadu or the amazing colors & icons of the Red Centre. Surfing the East Coast beaches with the locals & diving in the Great Barrier Reef, or that perfect spot to grab a beer with some real Aussie characters in the Outback. Our team live & breathe Australia, so they’re perfect for giving you access to real local experiences.

Amazing places to stay\ When you travel with Contiki you’ll experience some amazing places to stay. Think right on the beach, a Whitsunday Island resort (left), an eco-lodge in the Daintree Rainforest & in the cities it’s central & stylish hotels. We also mix it up with some cool & unique places to stay too. Like on-board a yacht in the crystal clear Whitsundays & our Special Stay experiences like a beach-side surf camp, in a comfy swag on Kings Creek Station & in a traditional stockman’s quarters on a working cattle station. See p.34 for more.

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Experience\ Australia\ Sun, surf, sand, stunning landscapes & un-missable icons...

16\Tours, short breaks & dive trips.

5\WorldHeritageSites.

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Taste Australia\ Travel is all about exploring & there’s plenty of places to try some pretty unbeatable cuisine when you travel with us. We include breakfast on most days, some lunches & lots of dinners, but we don’t include every meal (especially lunches) for a reason. Here’s why, we keep meal times flexible to give you more independence & a chance to go local, while having the flexibility to suit your budget too.

We’ve included some extra special meals, like a tasty Aussie feast at a surf club in Noosa (with a

drink!) & a BBQ dinner so you can try some food in true Aussie style. We’ve included meals at some local restaurants in the tour price too, so you can really get a taste for the places you visit. Think traditionally prepared kangaroo meat as part of a bushtucker tasting, steak & chips in the Outback or vegemite toast for breakfast!

No matter what your tastes, you’ll love what we serve up. And if you have any special dietary requirements or restrictions just tell your Tour Manager at the start of your tour.

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Our Aussie accommodation is big on comfort, great locations & unique experiences. From hotels, resorts (& even boats!) to our Special Stays, it’s all about exceptional spots to chill out & relax.

Special places to stay Our Special Stays are as unique as they are diverse. Think toasting some marshmallows by the fire then going ‘bush’ as you sleep under the stars in a comfy Kings Canyon ‘swag’, or getting a taste of the real Outback on our Farmstay experience. You’ll even live the cool surf lifestyle at our surf camp right by the beach.

Great comfort & top locations When you stay in the cities or at our Whitsundays Resort, get ready for a taste of luxury.

They’re always comfortable too, with all the facilities you’d expect, like pools, gyms, en-suites, laundry facilities, fluffy towels & WiFi, plus tons of activities to keep you entertained. We don’t charge single supplements for solo travelers either. With multi-share rooms, we’ll mix you up with some same sex room-mates, so it’s no worries.

You choose It’s your choice – you can twin-share with a mate, or opt for the privacy of your own room for a little extra, it’s up to you.

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01 Toasting marshmallows at Kings Creek Station 02 Sleep aboard a yacht in The Whitsundays 03 Relax at Daydream Island Resort, The Whitsundays

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So you’ve worked hard to save and are ready to dive head first into Australia! To guarantee you get the most out of your trip, we’ve packed in lots of inclusions. They’re the things you can’t wait to see like Uluru & the brilliant colors of the Red Centre, the white sand of The Whitsundays, Aboriginal Rock Art & the cool Sydney icons.

Traveling is about seeing, touching & tasting the places you visit. It’s about getting the most out of your vacation (& your money), getting up close to Oz’s must-see sights & having a great time along the way. Wherever you are, we’ll line up trips to monuments, iconic must-see sights & some entry fees. Plus, we even get you in faster, so you have more time to see & discover.

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You won’t just be ‘checking off a list’ when you travel with us. Only Contiki includes a bunch of exclusive experiences & unique places to stay (plus tons more) so look out for them beside the map on the tour pages.

And there’s even more value with Contiki - there’s no extra cost if you’re traveling solo & if you want a little privacy then you always have the option of your own room or twin-share, for a little extra.

We hook you up with some special places to stay too, like an incredible island resort in The Whitsundays, a stylish hotel in the heart of Sydney’s Kings Cross & a surf camp right on the beach in Coffs Harbour, plus lots more.

We include some unique special meals & still give you plenty of time to seek out & discover the best local cuisine for yourself. It’s about more flexibility, going local & experiencing some delicious & fresh Aussie flavors for yourself.

ENJOY TONS OF INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS WITH CONTIKI

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Explore More\ Do more with your free time\ Vacations shouldn’t be about following a rigid schedule. On our tours, the only things fixed are your destinations. Want to go exploring? Want to chill out, relax & take it easy? It’s up to you.

Free time means time to do relaxing stuff too, like shop, chill out with your mates & have a beer with the locals, people watch or simply sit back in the sun & soak up some rays.

All our trips are planned to ensure you have tons of free time so you can choose to do what you want. It’s about flexibility - while giving you a lot of awesome optional stuff to do too.

As well as all our included highlights & essential sightseeing – we’ve hand picked tons of must-do Explore More optionals, negotiated great prices & we’ll organize it all for you, so you can get even more out of your free time. Burn around Kings Creek Station on a quad bike or on the back of a camel, take in the views as you skydive over Cairns, reach new heights on a hot air balloon ride, whitewater raft in Tully, climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge or jump on a jetski as you speed around The Whitsundays.

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NB. It’s important that you check to see if your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities. Be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding & therefore involve some risk.

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Go for it & create your own adventure.

4WD through the Fraser Island rainforest/snorkel or dive on the Great Barrier Reef/ride around Uluru on a Harley/sea kayaking safari in Byron Bay/jet skiing in The Whitsundays/climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge/jet boat ride around Sydney Harbour/ scenic flight over Kakadu/hot air balloon ride over the desert & Macdonnell Ranges/sunset & champagne at Uluru/guided cruise of Katherine Gorge/skydive in Cairns/ride a camel in the outback/ zip line through the jungle in Cape Tribulation and many more‌ To find Explore More optional activity choices, look for the orange panel on the bottom of every tour page.

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For a full list of Explore More optional activities for each tour go to: contiki.com/exploremore

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Aussie Explorer 28 Days From US$4195pp US$150/day Domestic flight included

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• Byron Bay Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park to spot dolphins, • Cairns Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & turtles & whales (seasonal) lunch…or stay dry with coral viewing by semi-submersible • Fraser Island Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch • Uluru Take a ‘wild’ ride on a Harley Davidson around Uluru • The Whitsundays Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & • Alice Springs Dawn hot air balloon flight over the desert & lunch (weather dependent) MacDonnell Ranges visit contiki.com/aussie-explorer-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Sydney, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Sydney Check into the Holiday Inn Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the day exploring Sydney. Hotel Day 4: Sydney to Coffs Harbour Surf Village Meet up with your Contiki team & check out Sydney’s sights before heading to the cool surf haven, Coffs Harbour.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • See Sydney’s Opera House, Harbour Bridge & Harbour • Cruise along ‘the strip’ in Kings Cross • See the historic Macquarie Street area • See the famous ‘Big Banana’ Day 5: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay Ride the waves at our surf lesson before reaching the cool & alternate beachside town, Byron Bay. Hostel (B) • Experience the rush of catching your first wave as you learn to surf • Experience Byron’s organic lifestyle, artsy shops, amazing food & cool night life Day 6: Byron Bay to Surfers Paradise Catch some final rays before heading to the beach & party hub, Surfers Paradise.

We’ll stop in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where there’s your chance to get up close to koalas, kangaroos & wombats. Resort (B) • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • Stay at a resort located right by the beach Day 7: Surfers Paradise Live it up in the party capital of Australia!

Use your free day to explore - you could skydive, visit Australia Zoo or simply sit on the beach & chill. Resort (B) • Relax on Surfers famous beaches • VIP nightclub entry Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Noosa Explore the city sights in Brisbane, before we make our way to the chic beach resort town of Noosa. Resort (B,D) • Brisbane city tour • Shop for Australia’s national gemstone – the Opal • See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains • Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club Day 9: Noosa to Fraser Island You could experience the amazing Rainbow Beach before we reach Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through its rainforests, sandunes & around freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge • Visit the largest sand island in the world • Watch the sunset over mainland Australia Day 10: Fraser Island to Farmstay Farewell the lush Fraser Coast as we head through the Great Dividing Range to Australia’s cattle country & our overnight experience at our outback station.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • Stop at Childers, known for it’s heritage character & farming • See the farm & animals on our hay wagon ride, then try whip cracking!

Days 11-13: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water in true Whitsundays style? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See p.55 for more info & the price panel opposite for costs. Accommodation on board the yacht is multi-share. (B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

Codes: ex Sydney:EXSX / ex Darwin:EXDX

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Day 11: Farmstay to The Whitsundays Head through sugar cane country on our way to paradise: 2 days of beachside action, watersports & good times in the stunning Whitsundays. Resort (B,D) • Cross the Tropic of Capricorn • Stop at Rockhampton Days 12-13: The Whitsundays Time to slow it down, chill out & catch some rays. You could get your blood pumping with activities to choose from like jet skiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B) (B) Day 14: The Whitsundays to Cairns Journey to North Queensland, known for its rainforests & the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Resort (B,D) • Townsville city tour • See Magnetic & Hinchinbrook Islands • Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best white water rafting Days 15-16: Cairns With 2 free days, experience the best of Cairns. From shopping, amazing nightlife & adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & the reef, there’s something for everyone here. Resort (B) (B) Day 17: Cairns to Alice Springs Today it’s a change of scene as we hop on an included flight to Alice Springs where your ‘Territory’ adventure begins!

Hotel (B) Day 18: Alice Springs Explore the unofficial capital, ‘The Alice’, famous for its remote location, Aussie characters & Aboriginal art. You can even get up close to native wildlife at a reptile park. Hotel (B,D) • View the spectacular MacDonnell ranges from ANZAC Hill • See the stunning Aboriginal site of Simpsons Gap • Tour the Flying Doctor’s base • Hands-on reptile park experience Day 19: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station Visit members of the Walpiri Aboriginal community, try some ‘bush tucker’ & learn to throw a boomerang! Later, it’s on to Kings Creek Station where we’ll go local & sleep under the stars in a comfy swag.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost City’ & desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’.

• Sleep in a traditional Aussie ‘swag’ Day 20: Kings Creek Station to Uluru We hit the road & make our way to iconic Uluru (Ayer’s Rock). Watch the amazing colors change as you experience this truly incredible spot. Lodge (B) • Wake up to the smell of fresh cooked bacon & eggs, just how you like it • See the 700 million year old Mt Conner & Lake Amadeus Day 21: Uluru See the sun rise over Uluru, then there’s your chance to walk around ‘The Rock’ for some close up angles & stories of this amazing area. Lodge (B) • See Uluru at sunrise • Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre • Hike at ‘Kata-Tjuta’ (The Olgas) Day 22: Uluru to Alice Springs Say farewell to Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park as we head back to Alice. Maybe head out on a quad bike adventure, or chill out pool side & relax in the sun.

Hotel (B) • Indulge in a barbeque ‘Big Brekkie’ Day 23: Alice Springs to Tennant Creek Our journey to the ‘Top End’ begins as we cross the Tropic of Capricorn en route to Tennant Creek. Hotel (B,D) • Keep your ‘eyes peeled’ for UFO’s at Wycliffe Well • Visit the ‘Devils Marbles’

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Day 24: Tennant Creek to Katherine Stop & ‘knock one back’ at the oldest pub in the Territory, dip into the Mataranka thermal pools before reaching the lush river town of Katherine. Hotel (B) • Swim in the Mataranka Thermal Pools Day 25: Katherine to Kakadu National Park Hike, walk, or take a boat trip for an up close experience with Katherine Gorge. Later, it’s on to Kakadu via Edith Falls. Hotel (B,D) • Visit the stunning Katherine Gorge • Cool off with a swim at Edith Falls Day 26: Kakadu National Park You’ll be amazed by Kakadu & its variety of landscapes, wildlife & arguably Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art found at places like Nourlangie Rock & stunning Ubirr. Hotel (B) • Walk & see the Aboriginal rock art • Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre • Crocodile & wildlife cruise Day 27: Kakadu National Park to Darwin Stop at Litchfield National Park for a swim in Florence Falls & a look at the incredible termite mounds. Tonight, get a taste of the party lifestyle in Darwin. Hotel (B) • See the fascinating termite mounds • Swim in the gorgeous Florence Falls Day 28: Darwin See the sights as you take a city tour, visit the Darwin Museum & explore more of the Northern Territory’s capital before the tour ends. (B) • See the sites of Darwin on our guided city tour

Aussie Explorer 28 Days What’s included

When to go and how much Code: EXSD 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Code: EXDS 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Tour & Sydney Darwin Only Sailing

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Tour & Darwin Sydney Only Sailing

2011 JUL 7 AUG 4 SEP 1 SEP 29 OCT 27 NOV 24 DEC 22

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AUG 3 AUG 31 SEP 28 OCT 26 NOV 23 DEC 21 JAN 18

4335 4335 4335 4335 4335 4559 4559

4635 4635 4635 4635 4635 4859 4859

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AUG 6 SEP 3 OCT 1 OCT 29 NOV 26 DEC 24 JAN 21

4195 4195 4195 4195 4419 4419 4419

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FEB 15 MAR 14 APR 11 MAY 9 JUN 6 JUL 4 AUG 1 AUG 29 SEP 26 OCT 24 NOV 21 DEC 19 JAN 16

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4419 4419 4419 4399 4399 4399 4329 4329 4329 4329 4329 4555 4555

4719 4719 4719 4699 4699 4699 4629 4629 4629 4629 4629 4855 4855

Intra-tour air is included in the price & priced as of 10th June, 2011. Please visit contiki.com for the most up-todate price. Prices above are based on multi-share (mostly quad-share, maximum six share). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra. (Boat cabins are multi-share only).

Prices above include the land tour and domestic flight (as marked on the map) only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

EXSD: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am & Day 28 end Darwin 6:00pm.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$885.

Tour only single supplement: US$2719.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$785.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$2419.

EXDS: Day 4 start Darwin 7:30am & Day 28 end Sydney 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$909 Tour only single supplement: US$2809.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$809 Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$2509.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61.

For travel insurance see p.62.

• 25 nights multi-share accommodation: 18 nights in hotels & resorts 2 nights in a lodge 1 night in an eco-lodge 1 night in a hostel 1 night in a surf school village 1 night in a cattle station lodge 1 night on an outback bush camp in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’ (more on p.34) Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht (more on p.55) • 33 meals: 24 breakfasts (B) 9 dinners (D) Sailing option - 36 meals: 24 breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 10 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Flight from Cairns to Alice Springs (reverse for EXDS) • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 5 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save up to US$435. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to US$219.

See p.11 for details.

Choose your direction It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Darwin. Or save up to US$140 if you travel from Darwin to Sydney

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Reefs & Rainforests 20 Days From US$2485pp US$125/day

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• Cairns Whitewater raft the mighty Tully River • Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch • The Whitsundays Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) • Fraser Island Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch visit contiki.com/reefs-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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• Surfers Paradise Locally guided 4WD National Park rainforest tour & lunch • Byron Bay Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal)

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Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Cairns, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Cairns Check into the Rydges Esplande Resort & spend the rest of the day exploring Cairns.

Resort Day 4: Cairns to Cape Tribulation Meet up with your Contiki team & head to Port Douglas, a glamorous, yet low-key resort town popular with the rich & famous.

Keep heading north along the stunning Coral Sea to Mossman Gorge, the pristine Daintree National Park & Cape Tribulation.

Resort (D) • See Port Douglas & gorgeous Four Mile Beach - a band of white-sand beach backed by palms • Walk through the Daintree Rainforest to Mossman Gorge for swimming Day 5: Cape Tribulation Learn about distinctive Daintree flora & fauna from our local guide. Dip in a refreshing swimming hole before heading back to Cape Tribulation - a unique area where 2 of Australia’s most significant World Heritage sites, The Great Barrier Reef & the wet tropics, meet! Resort (B) • Listen to Aboriginal legends about this precious area Day 6: Cape Tribulation to Cairns Today it’s a leisurely start before our return journey to Cairns with some free time to explore this tropical city. Resort (B,D) Days 7-8: Cairns With 2 free days here, experience the best of what Cairns is famous for.

From shopping, bars, amazing nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & reef activities, there’s something for everyone here. Resort (B) (B) • Cairns city tour Day 9: Cairns to The Whitsundays Visit Airlie Beach with its relaxed café scene & gateway to The Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride & you’ll find yourself in a slice of heaven on beautiful Daydream Island. Resort (B,D) • Cross the Tully River, home to Australia’s best whitewater rafting • Townsville city tour Days 10-11: The Whitsundays Time to slow it down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sandy beaches. Or get your blood pumping with activities like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkelling.

Resort (B) (B) • Enjoy great resort facilities • See native birdlife & wallabies

Days 9-11: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water in true Whitsundays style? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See p.55 for more info & the price panel opposite for costs. Accommodation on-board the yacht is multi-share.

(B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

Codes: ex Cairns:BWCW / ex Sydney:BWSW Day 12: The Whitsundays to Farmstay Head through sugar cane country, on your way to our outback station in the heart of Australia’s cattle country. Get a slice of the real country life & genuine Aussie hospitality over a hearty meal.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • Cross the Tropic of Capricorn • Stop at Rockhampton – the cattle capital of Australia

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Day 13: Farmstay to Fraser Island Head back out to the coast, catch a ferry & touch down on the natural wonder of Fraser Island. Eco Lodge (B) • Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island • Watch the sunset over mainland Australia Day 14: Fraser Island to Noosa You could experience the rainforests, sand dunes & freshwater lakes of Fraser Island, a gigantic World Heritage Listed 800,000 year old sandbar. You could bushwalk & 4WD through the island’s hotspots & along the amazing Rainbow Beach.

Resort (B,D) • Visit the largest sand island in the world • Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club Day 15: Noosa to Surfers Paradise Chill out in Noosa before you explore the city sights of Brisbane on our way to the beach & party hub, Surfers Paradise. Resort • See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains • See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall • Shop for Australia’s national gemstone – the Opal Day 16: Surfers Paradise Live it up in the party capital of Australia!

Use your free day to explore - you could skydive, take a day trip to Australia Zoo or simply sit on the beach & chill. Resort (B) • Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches • Stay at a resort located right by the beach • VIP nightclub entry Day 17: Surfers Paradise to Byron Bay We’ll stop in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where you can get up close to koalas, kangaroos & wombats before heading to the famous alternative beachside town, Byron Bay. Hostel (B) • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary & see iconic Australian animals • Experience Byron’s organic lifestyle, artsy shops, amazing food & cool nightlife • Stay in the heart of Byron Bay Day 18: Byron Bay to Coffs Harbour Catch some final rays on the beach this morning before heading south where you learn to ride the waves at our surf lesson.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • Experience the rush of catching your first wave as you learn to surf • Visit Australia’s most easterly point Day 19: Coffs Harbour to Sydney Leaving behind Coffs Harbour’s beachside action, finish up the day by checking out Sydney’s icons. Hotel (B) • See Sydney’s Opera House, Harbour Bridge & Harbour • See the historic Macquarie Street area • Cruise along ‘the strip’ in Kings Cross, Sydney’s red light district Day 20: Sydney Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning. (B)

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20 17 14 21 12 19 16 7 14

AUG 6 SEP 3 OCT 1 OCT 8 OCT 29 NOV 5 DEC 3 DEC 24 DEC 31

2485 2485 2485 2485 2485 2485 2615 2615 2745

2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2915 2915 3045

2012 JAN 2 JAN 10 JAN 16 JAN 30 FEB 6 FEB 27 MAR 5 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 23 APR 30 MAY 21 MAY 28 JUN 18 JUN 25 JUL 16 JUL 23 AUG 13 AUG 20 SEP 10 SEP 17 OCT 8 OCT 15 NOV 5 NOV 12 NOV 26 DEC 3 DEC 10 DEC 24 DEC 31

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JAN 21 JAN 29 FEB 4 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 17 MAR 24 APR 14 APR 21 MAY 12 MAY 19 JUN 9 JUN 16 JUL 7 JUL 14 AUG 4 AUG 11 SEP 1 SEP 8 SEP 29 OCT 6 OCT 27 NOV 3 NOV 24 DEC 1 DEC 15 DEC 22 DEC 29 JAN 12 JAN 19

2615 2615 2615 2615 2615 2615 2615 2615 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2559 2559 2559 2559 2559 2559 2559 2559 2689 2689 2689 2689 2689 2689 2689

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9 6 3 10 1 8 29 5 26 3 24 1

JUL 26 AUG 23 SEP 20 SEP 27 OCT 18 OCT 25 NOV 15 NOV 22 DEC 13 DEC 20 JAN 10 JAN 18

2615 2615 2615 2615 2615 2615 2615 2745 2745 2745 2745 2875

2915 2915 2915 2915 2915 2915 2915 3045 3045 3045 3045 3175

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Prices above are based on multi-share (mostly quad-share, maximum six share). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost.

You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra. (Boat cabins are multi-share only).

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

BWCS: Day 4 start Cairns 7:30am & Day 20 end Sydney 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$655.

Tour only single supplement: US$2099.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$565.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$1799.

BWSC: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am & Day 20 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$655.

Tour only single supplement: US$2099.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$565.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$1799.

• These departures stay in Sydney during New Year, where higher peak period twin & single supplements apply.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61.

For travel insurance see p.62.

• 17 nights multi-share accommodation: 13 nights in hotels & resorts 1 night in an eco-lodge 1 night in a hostel 1 night in a surf school village 1 night in a cattle station lodge (more on p.34) Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht (more on p.55) • 21 meals: 15 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D) Sailing option - 24 meals: 15 breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 7 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Rainforest adventure on days 4, 5 & 6 • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 3 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$249. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$125.

See p.11 for details.

Fish feeding, The Whitsundays

07/07/2011 16:14

Beaches & Reefs 17 Days From US$2255pp US$133/day

3

Choose your direction It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Cairns. Or save up to US$110 if you travel from Cairns to Sydney.

Gulf of Carpentaria

GO Only Contiki

TULLY

Northern Territory

Great Barrier Reef

\ Special Stays

SHUTE HARBOUR

3

WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island)

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SE OO YO

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Coral Sea

3 CAIRNS

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AIRLIE BEACH MACKAY

QUEENSLAND

CATTLE 1 STATION

CAPRICORN COAST

1 FRASER ISLAND

a

Plus

1 NOOSA BRISBANE

• Coffs Harbour Surf Village • Langmorn Outback Cattle Station

SURFERS PARADISE 2

South Australia

CURRUMBIN

1 BYRON BAY 1 COFFS HARBOUR Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES PORT MACQUARIE

1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

contiki.com/beaches

\

Explore More Optionals

• • • •

Sydney Climb The Harbour Bridge (tours finishing Sydney) Byron Bay Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park Fraser Island Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch Surfers Paradise Harley Davidson bike tour through the Hinterland • 4WD National Park rainforest tour & lunch • Tandem skydive visit contiki.com/beaches-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

42-43 Beaches & Reefs USD.indd 2

Victoria

• The Whitsundays Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) • Cairns Outer Great Barrier Reef cruise • Great Barrier Reef scuba diving for beginners & certified divers • Dawn hot air balloon flight & champagne breakfast

07/07/2011 16:14

Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Sydney, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Sydney Check into the Holiday Inn Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the day exploring Sydney. Hotel Day 4: Sydney to Coffs Harbour Surf Village Meet up with your Contiki team & check out Sydney’s sights before heading north to the cool surf haven, Coffs Harbour for some beachside action.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • See Sydney’s Opera House, Harbour Bridge & Harbour • Cruise along ‘the strip’ in Kings Cross, Sydney’s red light district • See the historic Macquarie Street area • See the famous ‘Big Banana’ Day 5: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay This morning learn to ride the waves at our surf lesson before heading to the famous alternate beach town, Byron Bay. Hostel (B) • Experience the rush of catching your first wave as you learn to surf • Visit Australia’s most easterly point • Experience Byron’s organic lifestyle, artsy shops, amazing food & cool night life • Stay in the heart of Byron Bay Day 6: Byron Bay to Surfers Paradise Catch some final rays on the beach this morning before heading north to the beach & party hub, Surfers Paradise.

We’ll stop in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where there’s your chance to get up close to koalas, kangaroos & wombats. Resort (B) • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary & see iconic Australian animals • Stay at a resort located right by the beach Day 7: Surfers Paradise Live it up in the party capital of Australia!

Use your free day to explore - you could skydive, take a day trip to Australia Zoo, go whale watching (seasonal) or simply sit on the beach & chill. Resort (B) • Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches • VIP nightclub entry Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Noosa Explore the city sights in Brisbane before we make our way to the chic beach resort town of Noosa. Resort (B,D) • See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall • Shop for Australia’s national gemstone – the Opal • See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains • Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club Day 9: Noosa to Fraser Island You could experience the amazing Rainbow Beach before we reach Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old

sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through its rainforests, sandunes & around freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge • Visit the largest sand island in the world • Watch the sunset over mainland Australia Day 10: Fraser Island to Farmstay Farewell the lush Fraser Coast as we head through the Great Dividing Range to Australia’s cattle country for a unique overnight experience at our outback station.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • Stop at Childers, known for it’s heritage character & farming • See the farm & animals from a different angle on our hay wagon ride • Try whip cracking!

Day 11: Farmstay to The Whitsundays Head through sugar cane country, then onto a slice of paradise as we head for 2 days of beachside action, watersports & good times in the stunning Whitsunday Islands. Resort (B,D) • Cross the Tropic of Capricorn • Stop at Rockhampton – the cattle capital of Australia Days 12-13: The Whitsundays Time to slow it down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sandy beaches. Or get your blood pumping with activities like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B) (B) • Enjoy great resort facilities • See native birdlife & wallabies

Days 11-13: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water in true Whitsundays style? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See p.55 for more info & the price panel opposite for costs. Accommodation on-board the yacht is multi-share. (B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

Codes: ex Sydney:BRSW / ex Cairns:BRCW

Day 14: The Whitsundays to Cairns Enjoy the journey to North Queensland, known for its rainforests & the gateway to the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef. Resort (B,D) • Townsville city tour • See Magnetic Island • Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island National Park • Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best whitewater rafting Days 15-16: Cairns With 2 free days here, experience the best of what Cairns is famous for.

From shopping, bars, amazing nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & reef activities, there’s something for everyone here. Resort (B) (B) Day 17: Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

43 Australia East Coast Beaches & Reefs 17 Days Bungy jump, Cairns

When to go and how much

What’s included

Code: BRSC 2011/12 All prices per person US$

• 14 nights multi-share accommodation: 9 nights in resorts 1 night in a hotel 1 night in a hostel 1 night in an eco-lodge 1 night in a surf school village 1 night in a cattle station lodge (more on p.34) Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht (more on p.55) • 17 meals: 12 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D) Sailing option - 20 meals: 12 breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 6 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 3 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Depart USA

Start Finish Sydney Cairns

Code: BRCS 2011/12 All prices per person US$ Tour Tour & Only Sailing

2011 JUL 7 JUL AUG 4 AUG SEP 1 SEP SEP 8 SEP SEP 29 OCT OCT 6 OCT OCT 27 OCT NOV 3 NOV NOV 24 NOV DEC 1 DEC DEC 22 DEC DEC 30• JAN

9 6 3 10 1 8 29 5 26 3 24 1

JUL 23 AUG 20 SEP 17 SEP 24 OCT 15 OCT 22 NOV 12 NOV 19 DEC 10 DEC 17 JAN 7 JAN 15

2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2479 2479 2479 2479 2609

2665 2665 2665 2665 2665 2665 2665 2779 2779 2779 2779 2909

2012 JAN 5 JAN 19 JAN 26 FEB 16 FEB 23 MAR 15 MAR 22 APR 12 APR 19 MAY 10 MAY 17 JUN 7 JUN 14 JUL 5 JUL 12 AUG 2 AUG 9 AUG 30 SEP 6 SEP 27 OCT 4 OCT 25 NOV 1 NOV 15 NOV 22 NOV 29 DEC 13 DEC 20 DEC 30

7 21 28 18 25 17 24 14 21 12 19 9 16 7 14 4 11 1 8 29 6 27 3 17 24 1 15 22 1

JAN 21 FEB 4 FEB 11 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 13 OCT 20 NOV 10 NOV 17 DEC 1 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 29 JAN 5 JAN 15

2479 2479 2479 2479 2479 2479 2479 2469 2469 2469 2469 2469 2469 2430 2430 2430 2430 2430 2430 2430 2430 2430 2549 2549 2549 2549 2549 2549 2549

2779 2779 2779 2779 2779 2779 2779 2769 2769 2769 2769 2769 2769 2730 2730 2730 2730 2730 2730 2730 2730 2730 2849 2849 2849 2849 2849 2849 2849

JAN JAN JAN FEB FEB MAR MAR APR APR MAY MAY JUN JUN JUL JUL AUG AUG SEP SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC JAN

Depart USA

Start Cairns

Finish Tour Tour & Sydney Only Sailing

2011 JUL 21 JUL AUG 18 AUG SEP 15 SEP SEP 22 SEP OCT 13 OCT OCT 20 OCT NOV 10 NOV NOV 17 NOV DEC 8 DEC DEC 15• DEC

23 20 17 24 15 22 12 19 10 17

AUG 6 SEP 3 OCT 1 OCT 8 OCT 29 NOV 5 NOV 26 DEC 3 DEC 24 DEC 31

2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2369 2369 2369 2499

2555 2555 2555 2555 2555 2555 2669 2669 2669 2799

2012 JAN 5 JAN 13 JAN 19 FEB 2 FEB 9 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 29 APR 5 APR 26 MAY 3 MAY 24 MAY 31 JUN 21 JUN 28 JUL 19 JUL 26 AUG 16 AUG 23 SEP 13 SEP 20 OCT 11 OCT 18 NOV 8 NOV 15 NOV 29 DEC 6 DEC 13 DEC 27

7 15 21 4 11 3 10 31 7 28 5 26 2 23 30 21 28 18 25 15 22 13 20 10 17 1 8 15 29

JAN 21 JAN 29 FEB 4 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 17 MAR 24 APR 14 APR 21 MAY 12 MAY 19 JUN 9 JUN 16 JUL 7 JUL 14 AUG 4 AUG 11 SEP 1 SEP 8 SEP 29 OCT 6 OCT 27 NOV 3 NOV 24 DEC 1 DEC 15 DEC 22 DEC 29 JAN 12

2369 2369 2369 2369 2369 2369 2369 2359 2359 2359 2359 2359 2359 2359 2320 2320 2320 2320 2320 2320 2320 2320 2320 2439 2439 2439 2439 2439 2439

2669 2669 2669 2669 2669 2669 2669 2659 2659 2659 2659 2659 2659 2659 2620 2620 2620 2620 2620 2620 2620 2620 2620 2739 2739 2739 2739 2739 2739

JAN JAN JAN FEB FEB MAR MAR MAR APR APR MAY MAY JUN JUN JUN JUL JUL AUG AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC DEC

Prices above are based on multi-share (mostly quad-share, maximum six share). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost.

You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra. (Boat cabins are multi-share only).

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

BRSC: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am & Day 17 end Cairns 9:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$595.

Tour only single supplement: US$1745.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$495.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$1445.

BRCS: Day 3 start Cairns 2:00pm & Day 17 end Sydney 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$595.

Tour only single supplement: US$1745.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$495.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$1445.

• These departures stay in Sydney during New Year, where higher peak period twin & single supplements apply.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61.

For travel insurance see p.62.

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$239. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$119.

See p.11 for details.

Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge

42-43 Beaches & Reefs USD.indd 3

07/07/2011 16:15

Cairns Sunshine Trail 14 Days From US$1865pp US$134/day

3

Choose your direction It’s your choice - travel from Surfers Paradise to Cairns. Or save up to US$80 if you travel from Cairns to Surfers Paradise.

Gulf of Carpentaria

Coral Sea

TULLY

Northern Territory

CH Great Barrier Reef

TOWNSVILLE SHUTE HARBOUR

• Noosa Surf Club dinner • Great Barrier Reef talk & interactive fish feeding

WHITSUNDAYS 3 (Daydream Island)

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AIRLIE BEACH MACKAY

QUEENSLAND

CATTLE 1 STATION

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Plus

CAPRICORN COAST

1 FRASER ISLAND 1 NOOSA

• Langmorn Outback Cattle Station

BRISBANE

SURFERS PARADISE 2

South Australia

Great Australian Bight

New South Wales

Tasman Sea

contiki.com/sunshine

\

Explore More Optionals

• Fraser Island Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch • The Whitsundays Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent)

Victoria

• Cairns Tandem skydive • Whitewater raft the mighty Tully River • Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch… or stay dry with coral viewing by semi-submersible • Dawn hot air balloon flight & champagne breakfast

visit contiki.com/sunshine-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

44-45 Cairns Sunshine Trail USD.indd 2

07/07/2011 16:16

Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Surfers Paradise, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Surfers Paradise Meet up with your Contiki team & head into the bright lights of Surfers Paradise for a great night out with your new travel buddies! Resort Day 4: Surfers Paradise Live it up in the party capital of Australia!

Use your free day to explore - you could skydive, take a day trip to Australia Zoo, go whale watching (seasonal) or simply sit on the beach & chill. Resort (B) • Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches • VIP nightclub entry Day 5: Surfers Paradise to Noosa Explore the city sights in Brisbane before we make our way to the chic beach resort town of Noosa. Resort (B,D) • See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall • Shop for Australia’s national gemstone – the Opal • See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains • Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club Day 6: Noosa to Fraser Island You could experience the amazing Rainbow Beach before we reach Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through its rainforests, sandunes & around freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge • Visit the largest sand island in the world • Watch the sunset over mainland Australia Day 7: Fraser Island to Farmstay Farewell the lush Fraser Coast as we head through the Great Dividing Range to Australia’s cattle country for a unique overnight experience at our outback station.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • Stop at Childers, known for it’s heritage character & farming • See the farm & animals from a different angle on our hay wagon ride • Try whip cracking!

Day 8: Farmstay to The Whitsundays Head through sugar cane country, then onto a slice of paradise as we head for 2 days of beachside action, watersports & good times in the stunning Whitsunday Islands. Resort (B,D) • Cross the Tropic of Capricorn • Stop at Rockhampton – the cattle capital of Australia Days 9-10: The Whitsundays Time to slow it down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sandy beaches. Or get your blood pumping with activities like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkelling.

Resort (B) (B) • Enjoy great resort facilities • See native birdlife & wallabies

Days 8-10: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water in true Whitsundays style? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See p.55 for more info & the price panel opposite for costs. Accommodation on-board the yacht is multi-share.

(B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

Codes: ex Surfers P:BTSW / ex Cairns:BTCW Day 11: The Whitsundays to Cairns Enjoy the journey to North Queensland, known for its rainforests & the gateway to the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef. Resort (B,D) • Townsville city tour • See Magnetic Island • Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island National Park • Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best whitewater rafting Days 12-13: Cairns With 2 free days here, experience the best of what Cairns is famous for.

From shopping, bars, amazing nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & reef activities, there’s something for everyone here. Resort (B) (B) Day 14: Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

45 Australia East Coast Cairns Sunshine Trail 14 Days When to go and how much Code: BTSC 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Code: BTCS 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Tour & Surfers.P Cairns Only Sailing

Depart USA

Start Cairns

Finish Tour Tour & Surfers.P Only Sailing

2011 JUL 10 AUG 7 SEP 4 SEP 11 OCT 2 OCT 9 OCT 30 NOV 6 NOV 27 DEC 4 DEC 25

JUL AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV NOV DEC DEC

12 9 6 13 4 11 1 8 29 6 27

JUL 23 AUG 20 SEP 17 SEP 24 OCT 15 OCT 22 NOV 12 NOV 19 DEC 10 DEC 17 JAN 7

1945 1945 1945 1945 1945 1945 2045 2045 2045 2045 2045

2245 2245 2245 2245 2245 2245 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345

2011 JUL 21 AUG 18 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 13 OCT 20 NOV 10 NOV 17 DEC 8 DEC 15

JUL AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV DEC DEC

23 20 17 24 15 22 12 19 10 17

AUG 3 AUG 31 SEP 28 OCT 5 OCT 26 NOV 2 NOV 23 NOV 30 DEC 21 DEC 28

1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1965 1965 1965 1965

2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2265 2265 2265 2265

2012 JAN 2 JAN 8 JAN 22 JAN 29 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 18 MAR 25 APR 15 APR 22 MAY 13 MAY 20 JUN 10 JUN 17 JUL 8 JUL 15 AUG 5 AUG 12 SEP 2 SEP 9 SEP 30 OCT 7 OCT 28 NOV 4 NOV 18 NOV 25 DEC 2 DEC 16 DEC 23

JAN JAN JAN JAN FEB FEB MAR MAR APR APR MAY MAY JUN JUN JUL JUL AUG AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT OCT NOV NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC

4 10 24 31 21 28 20 27 17 24 15 22 12 19 10 17 7 14 4 11 2 9 30 6 20 27 4 18 25

JAN 15 JAN 21 FEB 4 FEB 11 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 13 OCT 20 NOV 10 NOV 17 DEC 1 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 29 JAN 5

2045 2045 2045 2045 2045 2045 2045 2045 2035 2035 2035 2035 2035 2035 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 2099 2099 2099 2099 2099 2099

2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2335 2335 2335 2335 2335 2335 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2399 2399 2399 2399 2399 2399

2012 JAN 5 JAN 13 JAN 19 FEB 2 FEB 9 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 29 APR 5 APR 26 MAY 3 MAY 24 MAY 31 JUN 21 JUN 28 JUL 19 JUL 26 AUG 16 AUG 23 SEP 13 SEP 20 OCT 11 OCT 18 NOV 8 NOV 15 NOV 29 DEC 6 DEC 13 DEC 27

JAN 7 JAN 15 JAN 21 FEB 4 FEB 11 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 13 OCT 20 NOV 10 NOV 17 DEC 1 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 29

JAN 18 JAN 26 FEB 1 FEB 15 FEB 22 MAR 14 MAR 21 APR 11 APR 18 MAY 9 MAY 16 JUN 6 JUN 13 JUL 4 JUL 11 AUG 1 AUG 8 AUG 29 SEP 5 SEP 26 OCT 3 OCT 24 OCT 31 NOV 21 NOV 28 DEC 12 DEC 19 DEC 26 JAN 9

1965 1965 1965 1965 1965 1965 1965 1955 1955 1955 1955 1955 1955 1955 1919 1919 1919 1919 1919 1919 1919 1919 1919 2019 2019 2019 2019 2019 2019

2265 2265 2265 2265 2265 2265 2265 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2319 2319 2319 2319 2319 2319

Prices above are based on multi-share (mostly quad-share, maximum six share). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost.

You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra. (Boat cabins are multi-share only).

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

BTSC: Day 3 start Surfers.P 4:30pm & Day 14 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$435.

Tour only single supplement: US$1295.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$335.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$995.

BTCS: Day 3 start Cairns 2:00pm & Day 14 end Surfers.P 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$435.

Tour only single supplement: US$1295.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$335.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$995.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61.

For travel insurance see p.62.

What’s included • 11 nights multi-share accommodation: 9 nights in resorts 1 night in an eco-lodge 1 night in a cattle station lodge (more on p.34) Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht (more on p.55) • 13 meals: 9 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D) Sailing option - 16 meals: 9 breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 3 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$195. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$99.

See p.11 for details.

Whitewater rafting in Tully

44-45 Cairns Sunshine Trail USD.indd 3

07/07/2011 16:17

Coast & Whitsundays 14 Days From US$1879pp US$135/day

2

Choose your direction It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to The Whitsundays. Or save up to US$80 if you travel from The Whitsundays to Sydney.

Gulf of Carpentaria

Northern Territory

Great Barrier Reef

SHUTE HARBOUR

• Surf lesson or kayak in Coffs Harbour • Entry & tour of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • Noosa Surf Club dinner • Great Barrier Reef talk & interactive fish feeding

AIRLIE BEACH

3 WHITSUNDAYS

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SE OO YO

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Coral Sea

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(DAYDREAM ISLAND) MACKAY

QUEENSLAND

CATTLE 1 STATION

CAPRICORN COAST

1 FRASER ISLAND

\ Special Stays

1 NOOSA

Plus

BRISBANE

• Coffs Harbour Surf Village • Langmorn Outback Cattle Station

SURFERS PARADISE 2

South Australia

CURRUMBIN

1 BYRON BAY 1 COFFS HARBOUR Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES PORT MACQUARIE

1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

contiki.com/coast

\

Explore More Optionals

• Byron Bay Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal) • Surfers Paradise Vintage Tiger Moth bi-plane joyflight (with acrobatic ‘loop the loops’)! • Spectacular tandem skydive • Harley Davidson motorbike tour through the Hinterland visit contiki.com/coast-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

46-47 Coast & Whitsundays USD.indd 2

Victoria

• Locally guided 4WD National Park rainforest tour & lunch • Fraser Island Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch • The Whitsundays Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) • Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise with lunch

07/07/2011 16:15

Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Sydney, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Sydney Check into the Holiday Inn Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the day exploring Sydney. Hotel Day 4: Sydney to Coffs Harbour Surf Village Meet up with your Contiki team & check out Sydney’s sights before heading north to the cool surf haven, Coffs Harbour for some beachside action.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • See Sydney’s Opera House, Harbour Bridge & Harbour • Cruise along ‘the strip’ in Kings Cross, Sydney’s red light district • See the historic Macquarie Street area • See the famous ‘Big Banana’ Day 5: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay This morning learn to ride the waves at our surf lesson before heading to the famous alternative beachside town, Byron Bay. Hostel (B) • Experience the rush of catching your first wave as you learn to surf • Visit Australia’s most easterly point • Experience Byron’s organic lifestyle, artsy shops, amazing food & cool night life • Stay in the heart of Byron Bay Day 6: Byron Bay to Surfers Paradise Catch some final rays on the beach this morning before heading north to the beach & party hub, Surfers Paradise. We’ll stop in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where there’s your chance to get up close to koalas, kangaroos & wombats. Resort (B) • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary & see iconic Australian animals • Stay at a resort located right by the beach Day 7: Surfers Paradise Live it up in the party capital of Australia!

Use your free day to explore - you could skydive, take a day trip to Australia Zoo, go whale watching (seasonal) or simply sit on the beach & chill. Resort (B) • Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches • VIP nightclub entry Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Noosa Explore the city sights in Brisbane before we make our way to the chic beach resort town of Noosa. Resort (B,D) • See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall

• Shop for Australia’s national gemstone – the Opal • See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains • Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club Day 9: Noosa to Fraser Island You could experience the amazing Rainbow Beach before we reach Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through its rainforests, sandunes & around freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge • Visit the largest sand island in the world • Watch the sunset over mainland Australia Day 10: Fraser Island to Farmstay Farewell the lush Fraser Coast as we head through the Great Dividing Range to Australia’s cattle country for a unique overnight experience at our outback station.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • Stop at Childers, known for it’s heritage character & farming • See the farm & animals from a different angle on our hay wagon ride • Try whip cracking!

Day 11: Farmstay to The Whitsundays Head through sugar cane country, then onto a slice of paradise as we head for 2 days of beachside action, watersports & good times in the stunning Whitsunday Islands. Resort (B,D) • Cross the Tropic of Capricorn • Stop at Rockhampton – the cattle capital of Australia Days 12-13: The Whitsundays Time to slow it down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sandy beaches. Or get your blood pumping with activities like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkelling.

Resort (B) (B) • Enjoy great resort facilities • See native birdlife & wallabies

Days 11-13: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water in true Whitsundays style? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See p.55 for more info & the price panel opposite for costs. Accommodation on-board the yacht is multi-share.

(B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

Codes: ex Sydney:SQSW / ex W’suns:SQCW Day 14: The Whitsundays The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

47 Australia East Coast Coast & Whitsundays 14 Days Swim in Lake McKenzie

When to go and how much Code: SQSC 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Code: SQCS 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Tour & Sydney W’suns Only Sailing

2011 JUL 7 JUL AUG 4 AUG SEP 1 SEP SEP 8 SEP SEP 29 OCT OCT 6 OCT OCT 27 OCT NOV 3 NOV NOV 24 NOV DEC 1 DEC DEC 22 DEC DEC 30• JAN

9 6 3 10 1 8 29 5 26 3 24 1

JUL 20 AUG 17 SEP 14 SEP 21 OCT 12 OCT 19 NOV 9 NOV 16 DEC 7 DEC 14 JAN 4 JAN 12

1959 1959 1959 1959 1959 1959 1959 2049 2049 2049 2049 2179

2259 2259 2259 2259 2259 2259 2259 2349 2349 2349 2349 2479

2012 JAN 5 JAN 19 JAN 26 FEB 16 FEB 23 MAR 15 MAR 22 APR 12 APR 19 MAY 10 MAY 17 JUN 7 JUN 14 JUL 5 JUL 12 AUG 2 AUG 9 AUG 30 SEP 6 SEP 27 OCT 4 OCT 25 NOV 1 NOV 15 NOV 22 NOV 29 DEC 13 DEC 20 DEC 30

7 21 28 18 25 17 24 14 21 12 19 9 16 7 14 4 11 1 8 29 6 27 3 17 24 1 15 22 1

JAN 18 FEB 1 FEB 8 FEB 29 MAR 7 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 25 MAY 2 MAY 23 MAY 30 JUN 20 JUN 27 JUL 18 JUL 25 AUG 15 AUG 22 SEP 12 SEP 19 OCT 10 OCT 17 NOV 7 NOV 14 NOV 28 DEC 5 DEC 12 DEC 26 JAN 2 JAN 12

2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2045 2045 2045 2045 2045 2045 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2109 2109 2109 2109 2109 2109 2109

2349 2349 2349 2349 2349 2349 2349 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2315 2315 2315 2315 2315 2315 2315 2315 2315 2409 2409 2409 2409 2409 2409 2409

JAN JAN JAN FEB FEB MAR MAR APR APR MAY MAY JUN JUN JUL JUL AUG AUG SEP SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC JAN

Start Finish Tour Tour & W’suns Sydney Only Sailing

2011 JUL 24 JUL AUG 21 AUG SEP 18 SEP SEP 25 SEP OCT 16 OCT OCT 23 OCT NOV 13 NOV NOV 20 NOV DEC 11 DEC DEC 18• DEC

26 23 20 27 18 25 15 22 13 20

AUG 6 SEP 3 OCT 1 OCT 8 OCT 29 NOV 5 NOV 26 DEC 3 DEC 24 DEC 31

1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1969 1969 1969 2099

2179 2179 2179 2179 2179 2179 2269 2269 2269 2399

2012 JAN 8 JAN 16 JAN 22 FEB 5 FEB 12 MAR 4 MAR 11 APR 1 APR 8 APR 29 MAY 6 MAY 27 JUN 3 JUN 24 JUL 1 JUL 22 JUL 29 AUG 19 AUG 26 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 11 NOV 18 DEC 2 DEC 9 DEC 16 DEC 30

10 18 24 7 14 6 13 3 10 1 8 29 5 26 3 24 31 21 28 18 25 16 23 13 20 4 11 18 1

JAN 21 JAN 29 FEB 4 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 17 MAR 24 APR 14 APR 21 MAY 12 MAY 19 JUN 9 JUN 16 JUL 7 JUL 14 AUG 4 AUG 11 SEP 1 SEP 8 SEP 29 OCT 6 OCT 27 NOV 3 NOV 24 DEC 1 DEC 15 DEC 22 DEC 29 JAN 12

1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 1965 1965 1965 1965 1965 1965 1965 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 2029 2029 2029 2029 2029 2029

2269 2269 2269 2269 2269 2269 2269 2265 2265 2265 2265 2265 2265 2265 2235 2235 2235 2235 2235 2235 2235 2235 2235 2329 2329 2329 2329 2329 2329

JAN JAN JAN FEB FEB MAR MAR APR APR MAY MAY MAY JUN JUN JUL JUL JUL AUG AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC JAN

What’s included • 11 nights multi-share accommodation: 7 nights in resorts & hotels 1 night in a hostel 1 night in an eco-lodge 1 night in a surf school village 1 night in a cattle station lodge (more on p.34) Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht (more on p.55) • 14 meals: 10 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D) Sailing option - 17 meals: 10 breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 2 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Prices above are based on multi-share (mostly quad-share, maximum six share). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost.

You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra. (Boat cabins are multi-share only).

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

SQSC: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am & Day 14 end W’suns 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$449.

Tour only single supplement: US$1335.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$349.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$1035.

SQCS: Day 3 start W’sun 5:00pm & Day 14 end Sydney 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$449.

Tour only single supplement: US$1335.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$349.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$1035.

• These departures stay in Sydney during New Year, where higher peak period twin & single supplements apply.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61.

For travel insurance see p.62.

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$195. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$99.

See p.11 for details.

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• 9 nights multi-share resort accommodation: (more on p.34) Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht (more on p.55) • 11 meals: 8 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D) Sailing option - 14 meals: 8 breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 4 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Rainforest adventure on days 9, 10 & 11 • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 2 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Code: FNSC 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Code: FNCS 2011/12 All prices per person US$

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Depart USA

Start Cairns

Finish Tour Tour & W’suns Only Sailing

2011 JUL 15 AUG 12 SEP 9 SEP 16 OCT 7 OCT 14 NOV 4 NOV 11 DEC 2 DEC 9 DEC 30

JUL AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV DEC DEC JAN

17 14 11 18 9 16 6 13 4 11 1

JUL 26 AUG 23 SEP 20 SEP 27 OCT 18 OCT 25 NOV 15 NOV 22 DEC 13 DEC 20 JAN 10

1625 1625 1625 1625 1625 1625 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699

1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999

2011 JUL 18 AUG 15 SEP 12 SEP 19 OCT 10 OCT 17 NOV 14 DEC 5 DEC 12

JUL AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV DEC DEC

20 17 14 21 12 19 16 7 14

JUL 29 AUG 26 SEP 23 SEP 30 OCT 21 OCT 28 NOV 25 DEC 16 DEC 23

1625 1625 1625 1625 1625 1625 1699 1699 1699

1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1999 1999 1999

2012 JAN 7 JAN 13 JAN 27 FEB 3 FEB 24 MAR 2 MAR 23 MAR 30 APR 20 APR 27 MAY 18 MAY 25 JUN 15 JUN 22 JUL 13 JUL 20 AUG 10 AUG 17 SEP 7 SEP 14 OCT 5 OCT 12 NOV 2 NOV 9 NOV 23 NOV 30 DEC 7 DEC 21 DEC 28

JAN JAN JAN FEB FEB MAR MAR APR APR APR MAY MAY JUN JUN JUL JUL AUG AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC DEC

9 15 29 5 26 4 25 1 22 29 20 27 17 24 15 22 12 19 9 16 7 14 4 11 25 2 9 23 30

JAN 18 JAN 24 FEB 7 FEB 14 MAR 6 MAR 13 APR 3 APR 10 MAY 1 MAY 8 MAY 29 JUN 5 JUN 26 JUL 3 JUL 24 JUL 31 AUG 21 AUG 28 SEP 18 SEP 25 OCT 16 OCT 23 NOV 13 NOV 20 DEC 4 DEC 11 DEC 18 JAN 1 JAN 8

1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1695 1695 1695 1695 1695 1695 1695 1669 1669 1669 1669 1669 1669 1669 1669 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749

1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049

2012 JAN 2 JAN 10 JAN 16 JAN 30 FEB 6 FEB 27 MAR 5 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 23 APR 30 MAY 21 MAY 28 JUN 18 JUN 25 JUL 16 JUL 23 AUG 13 AUG 20 SEP 10 SEP 17 OCT 8 OCT 15 NOV 5 NOV 12 NOV 26 DEC 3 DEC 10 DEC 24 DEC 31

JAN JAN JAN FEB FEB FEB MAR MAR APR APR MAY MAY MAY JUN JUN JUL JUL AUG AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC JAN

4 12 18 1 8 29 7 28 4 25 2 23 30 20 27 18 25 15 22 12 19 10 17 7 14 28 5 12 26 2

JAN 13 JAN 21 JAN 27 FEB 10 FEB 17 MAR 9 MAR 16 APR 6 APR 13 MAY 4 MAY 11 JUN 1 JUN 8 JUN 29 JUL 6 JUL 27 AUG 3 AUG 24 AUG 31 SEP 21 SEP 28 OCT 19 OCT 26 NOV 16 NOV 23 DEC 7 DEC 14 DEC 21 JAN 4 JAN 11

1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1695 1695 1695 1695 1695 1695 1695 1669 1669 1669 1669 1669 1669 1669 1669 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749

1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 1969 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$165. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$79.

See p.11 for details.

Choose your direction Your choice - travel from The Whitsundays to Cairns, or from Cairns to The Whitsundays.

More options While you’re in this part of the world, you could dive the Great Barrier Reef on one of our dive trips. See p.52-53.

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Prices above are based on multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with samegender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra. (Boat cabins are multi-share only).

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

FNSC: Day 3 start W’suns 5:00pm & Day 12 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$359.

Tour only single supplement: US$1119.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$259.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$819.

FNCS: Day 4 start Cairns 7:30am & Day 12 end W’suns 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$359.

Tour only single supplement: US$1119.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$259.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$819.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

Island & Rainforest 12 Days From US$1625pp US$136/day

contiki.com/island Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to the Whitsundays, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive The Whitsundays Meet up with your Contiki team & new travel buddies on Daydream Island, a slice of heaven in the magnificent Whitsundays.

Resort (D) Days 4-5: The Whitsundays Time to slow it down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sandy beaches. Or get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B) (B) • Enjoy great resort facilities • See native birdlife & wallabies

Days 3-5: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water in true Whitsundays style? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See p.55 for more info & the price panel opposite for costs. Accommodation on-board the yacht is multi-share. (B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

Codes: ex W’suns:FNSW / ex Cairns:FNCW Day 6: The Whitsundays to Cairns Enjoy the journey to North Queensland, known for its rainforests & the gateway to the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef. Resort (B,D) • Townsville city tour • See Magnetic Island

• The Whitsundays Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent)

• Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island National Park • Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best whitewater rafting Days 7-8: Cairns With 2 free days here, experience the best of what Cairns is famous for.

From shopping, bars, amazing nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & reef activities, there’s something for everyone here. Resort (B) (B) Day 9: Cairns to Cape Tribulation Travel along the stunning Coral Sea to gushing Mossman Gorge, pristine Daintree National Park & Cape Tribulation.

Resort (B,D) • Walk through the Daintree Rainforest to Mossman Gorge for swimming Day 10: Cape Tribulation Get back to nature in the Daintree National Park with its ancient rainforests.

Dip in a refreshing swimming hole before heading back to Cape Tribulation - a unique area where 2 of Australia’s most significant World Heritage sites, the Great Barrier Reef & the wet tropics, meet!

Resort (B) • Learn about unique Daintree flora & fauna from our local guide • Listen to Aboriginal legends about the precious area Day 11: Cape Tribulation to Cairns There’s free time this morning in the Daintree, before heading down to Port Douglas, a glamorous, yet low-key resort town popular with the rich & famous. (B) • See Port Douglas & gorgeous Four Mile Beach - a band of white-sand beach backed by palms Day 12: Finish Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

• Cairns Tandem skydive • Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch or coral viewing by semi-submersible • Hot air balloon flight & champagne breakfast

visit contiki.com/island-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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contiki.com/magical Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to the Whitsundays, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive The Whitsundays Meet up with your Contiki team & new travel buddies on Daydream Island, a slice of heaven in the magnificent Whitsundays. Get to know other travelers & your group tonight at the bar, over drinks. Resort (D) Days 4-5: The Whitsundays Chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sandy beaches. Or get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B) (B) • Enjoy great resort facilities • See native birdlife & wallabies

Days 3-5: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water in true Whitsundays style? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See p.55 for more info & the price panel opposite for costs. Accommodation on-board the yacht is multi-share. (B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

Codes: ex W’suns:NWSW / ex Cairns:NWCW Day 6: The Whitsundays to Cairns Enjoy the journey to North Queensland, known for its rainforests & the gateway to the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef. Resort (B,D) • Townsville city tour

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• See Magnetic Island • Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island National Park • Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best whitewater rafting Days 7-8: Cairns With 2 free days here, experience the best of what Cairns is famous for. From shopping, bars, amazing nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & reef activities, there’s something for everyone here.

Resort (B) (B) Day 9: Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

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What’s included

Code: NWSC 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Code: NWCS 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Tour & W’suns Cairns Only Sailing

Depart USA

Start Cairns

Finish Tour Tour & W’suns Only Sailing

2011 JUL 15 AUG 12 SEP 9 SEP 16 OCT 7 OCT 14 NOV 4 NOV 11 DEC 2 DEC 9 DEC 30

JUL 17 AUG 14 SEP 11 SEP 18 OCT 9 OCT 16 NOV 6 NOV 13 DEC 4 DEC 11 JAN 1

JUL 23 AUG 20 SEP 17 SEP 24 OCT 15 OCT 22 NOV 12 NOV 19 DEC 10 DEC 17 JAN 7

1179 1179 1179 1179 1179 1179 1235 1235 1235 1235 1235

1479 1479 1479 1479 1479 1479 1535 1535 1535 1535 1535

2011 JUL 21 AUG 18 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 13 OCT 20 NOV 10 NOV 17 DEC 8 DEC 15

JUL AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV DEC DEC

23 20 17 24 15 22 12 19 10 17

JUL 29 AUG 26 SEP 23 SEP 30 OCT 21 OCT 28 NOV 18 NOV 25 DEC 16 DEC 23

1179 1179 1179 1179 1179 1179 1235 1235 1235 1235

1479 1479 1479 1479 1479 1479 1535 1535 1535 1535

2012 JAN 7 JAN 13 JAN 27 FEB 3 FEB 24 MAR 2 MAR 23 MAR 30 APR 20 APR 27 MAY 18 MAY 25 JUN 15 JUN 22 JUL 13 JUL 20 AUG 10 AUG 17 SEP 7 SEP 14 OCT 5 OCT 12 NOV 2 NOV 9 NOV 23 NOV 30 DEC 7 DEC 21 DEC 28

JAN JAN JAN FEB FEB MAR MAR APR APR APR MAY MAY JUN JUN JUL JUL AUG AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC DEC

JAN 15 JAN 21 FEB 4 FEB 11 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 13 OCT 20 NOV 10 NOV 17 DEC 1 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 29 JAN 5

1235 1235 1235 1235 1235 1235 1235 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275

1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575

2012 JAN 5 JAN 13 JAN 19 FEB 2 FEB 9 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 29 APR 5 APR 26 MAY 3 MAY 24 MAY 31 JUN 21 JUN 28 JUL 19 JUL 26 AUG 16 AUG 23 SEP 13 SEP 20 OCT 11 OCT 18 NOV 8 NOV 15 NOV 29 DEC 6 DEC 13 DEC 27

JAN JAN JAN FEB FEB MAR MAR MAR APR APR MAY MAY JUN JUN JUN JUL JUL AUG AUG SEP SEP OCT OCT NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC DEC

7 15 21 4 11 3 10 31 7 28 5 26 2 23 30 21 28 18 25 15 22 13 20 10 17 1 8 15 29

JAN 13 JAN 21 JAN 27 FEB 10 FEB 17 MAR 9 MAR 16 APR 6 APR 13 MAY 4 MAY 11 JUN 1 JUN 8 JUN 29 JUL 6 JUL 27 AUG 3 AUG 24 AUG 31 SEP 21 SEP 28 OCT 19 OCT 26 NOV 16 NOV 23 DEC 7 DEC 14 DEC 21 JAN 4

1235 1235 1235 1235 1235 1235 1235 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275

1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575

• 6 nights multi-share resort accommodation: (more on p.34) Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht (more on p.55) • 7 meals: 5 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D) Sailing option - 10 meals: 5 breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 3 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 2 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

9 15 29 5 26 4 25 1 22 29 20 27 17 24 15 22 12 19 9 16 7 14 4 11 25 2 9 23 30

Prices above are based on multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with samegender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra. (Boat cabins are multi-share only).

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

NWSC: Day 3 start W’suns 5:00pm & Day 9 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$279.

Tour only single supplement: US$809.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$179.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$509.

NWCS: Day 4 start Cairns 7:30am & Day 9 end W’suns 8:00am.

Tour only twin-share supplement: US$279.

Tour only single supplement: US$809.

Tour plus Sailing twin supplement: US$179.

Tour plus Sailing single supplement: US$509.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61.

For travel insurance see p.62.

• The Whitsundays Day sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent)

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$119. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$59.

See p.11 for details.

Choose your direction Your choice - travel from The Whitsundays to Cairns, or from Cairns to The Whitsundays.

The Whitsundays day sailing trip

• Cairns Tandem skydive • Whitewater raft the Tully River • Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch • Great Barrier Reef scuba diving for beginners & certified divers • Guided horse & quad-bike tours • Bungy jump

visit contiki.com/magical-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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Rainforest Adventure 7 Days The Tropics

What’s included • 4 nights multi-share resort accommodation: (more on p.34) • 3 meals: 2 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned mini coach • Sightseeing tours of all major centres • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 1 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

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7 Days From US$595pp US$85/day

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When to go and how much contiki.com/rainforest

Code: CYCS 2011/12 All prices per person US$ Depart USA

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$59. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$29.

See p.11 for details.

Start Cairns

Finish Cairns

Tour Only

2011 JUL 18 AUG 15 SEP 12 SEP 19 OCT 10 OCT 17 NOV 14 DEC 5 DEC 12

JUL 20 AUG 17 SEP 14 SEP 21 OCT 12 OCT 19 NOV 16 DEC 7 DEC 14

JUL 24 AUG 21 SEP 18 SEP 25 OCT 16 OCT 23 NOV 20 DEC 11 DEC 18

595 595 595 595 595 595 619 619 619

2012 JAN 2 JAN 10 JAN 16 JAN 30 FEB 6 FEB 27 MAR 5

JAN 4 JAN 12 JAN 18 FEB 1 FEB 8 FEB 29 MAR 7

JAN 8 JAN 16 JAN 22 FEB 5 FEB 12 MAR 4 MAR 11

619 619 619 619 619 619 619

Depart USA

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Finish Cairns

Tour Only

2012 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 23 APR 30 MAY 21 MAY 28 JUN 18 JUN 25 JUL 16 AUG 13 SEP 10 SEP 17 OCT 8 OCT 15 NOV 12 DEC 3 DEC 10 DEC 31

MAR 28 APR 4 APR 25 MAY 2 MAY 23 MAY 30 JUN 20 JUN 27 JUL 18 AUG 15 SEP 12 SEP 19 OCT 10 OCT 17 NOV 14 DEC 5 DEC 12 JAN 2

APR 1 APR 8 APR 29 MAY 6 MAY 27 JUN 3 JUN 24 JUL 1 JUL 22 AUG 19 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 18 DEC 9 DEC 16 JAN 6

619 619 619 619 619 619 619 619 609 609 609 609 609 609 635 635 635 635

Prices above are based on multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with samegender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

Day 4 start Cairns 7:30am & Day 7 end Cairns 8:00am.

Twin-share supplement: US$125.

Single supplement: US$399.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61.

For travel insurance see p.62.

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Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Cairns, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Cairns Check into the Rydges Esplande Resort & spend the rest of the day exploring Cairns.

Resort Day 4: Cairns to Cape Tribulation Meet up with your Contiki team & head to Port Douglas, a glamorous, yet low-key resort town. Keep heading north along the stunning Coral Sea to Mossman Gorge, the pristine Daintree National Park & Cape Tribulation. Resort (D) • See Port Douglas & gorgeous Four Mile Beach - a band of white-sand beach backed by palms

• Walk through the Daintree Rainforest to Mossman Gorge for swimming Day 5: Cape Tribulation Get back to nature in the Daintree National Park with its ancient rainforests. Dip in a refreshing swimming hole before heading back to Cape Tribulation - a unique area where 2 of Australia’s most significant World Heritage sites, The Great Barrier Reef & the wet tropics, meet! Resort (B) • Learn about unique Daintree flora & fauna from our local guide • Listen to Aboriginal legends about the precious area Day 6: Cape Tribulation to Cairns Learn about the fascinating indigenous Aboriginal culture. Then return to Cairns for free time. Resort (B) Day 7: Finish Carins Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

Kuranda Skyrail

• Cape Tribulation Cable zip line through the rainforest

visit contiki.com/rainforest-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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City to Surf 8 Days Sea kayaking, Surfers Paradise

What’s included

8 Days From US$919pp US$115/day

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1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

• 5 nights multi-share accommodation: 3 nights in a resort & hotel 1 night in a surf school village 1 night in a hostel (more on p.34) • 6 meals: 5 breakfasts (B) 1 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges

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contiki.com/surf Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Sydney, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Sydney Check into the Holiday Inn Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the day exploring Sydney. Hotel Day 4: Sydney to Coffs Harbour Surf Village Meet up with your Contiki team & check out Sydney’s sights before heading north to the cool surf haven, Coffs Harbour for some beachside action.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • See Sydney’s Opera House, Harbour Bridge & Harbour • Cruise along ‘the strip’ in Kings Cross, Sydney’s red light district • See the historic Macquarie Street area • See the famous ‘Big Banana’ Day 5: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay This morning learn to ride the waves at our surf lesson before heading to the famous alternate beach town, Byron Bay. Hostel (B)

• Experience the rush of catching your first wave as you learn to surf • Visit Australia’s most easterly point • Stay in the heart of Byron Bay • Experience Byron’s organic lifestyle, artsy shops, amazing food & cool night life Day 6: Byron Bay to Surfers Paradise Catch some final rays on the beach this morning before heading north to the beach & party hub, Surfers Paradise.

We’ll stop in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where there’s your chance to get up close to koalas, kangaroos & wombats. Resort (B) • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary & see iconic Australian animals • Stay at a resort located right by the beach Day 7: Surfers Paradise Live it up in the party capital of Australia!

Use your free day to explore - you could skydive, take a day trip to Australia Zoo, go whale watching (seasonal) or simply sit on the beach & chill. Resort (B) • Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches • VIP nightclub entry Day 8: Surfers Paradise The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

When to go and how much

• Surf lesson or kayak in Coffs Harbour • Entry & tour of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Code: BSSB 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Plus

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour Sydney Surfers.P Only

2011 JUL 7 AUG 4 SEP 1 SEP 8 SEP 29 OCT 6 OCT 27 NOV 3 NOV 24 DEC 1 DEC 22 DEC 30

JUL 9 AUG 6 SEP 3 SEP 10 OCT 1 OCT 8 OCT 29 NOV 5 NOV 26 DEC 3 DEC 24 JAN 1

JUL 14 AUG 11 SEP 8 SEP 15 OCT 6 OCT 13 NOV 3 NOV 10 DEC 1 DEC 8 DEC 29 JAN 6

919 919 919 919 919 919 919 965 965 965 965 965

2012 JAN 5 JAN 19 JAN 26 FEB 16 FEB 23 MAR 15

JAN 7 JAN 21 JAN 28 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 17

JAN 12 JAN 26 FEB 2 FEB 23 MAR 1 MAR 22

965 965 965 965 965 965

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2012 MAR 22 APR 12 APR 19 MAY 10 MAY 17 JUN 7 JUN 14 JUL 5 AUG 2 AUG 30 SEP 6 SEP 27 OCT 4 OCT 25 NOV 1 NOV 22 NOV 29 DEC 20 DEC 30

MAR 24 APR 14 APR 21 MAY 12 MAY 19 JUN 9 JUN 16 JUL 7 AUG 4 SEP 1 SEP 8 SEP 29 OCT 6 OCT 27 NOV 3 NOV 24 DEC 1 DEC 22 JAN 1

MAR 29 APR 19 APR 26 MAY 17 MAY 24 JUN 14 JUN 21 JUL 12 AUG 9 SEP 6 SEP 13 OCT 4 OCT 11 NOV 1 NOV 8 NOV 29 DEC 6 DEC 27 JAN 6

965 959 959 959 959 959 959 949 949 949 949 949 949 949 989 989 989 989 989

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$89. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$45.

See p.11 for details.

Prices above are based on multi-share (mostly quad-share, maximum six share). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with same-gender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am & Day 7 end Surfers.P 8:00am.

Twin-share supplement: US$195.

Single supplement: US$629.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

Stunning Sydney Harbour

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• Coffs Harbour Surf Village

• Byron Bay Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal)

Skydive over Surfers Paradise

• Surfers Paradise Harley Davidson motorbike tour through the Hinterland • Locally guided 4WD national park rainforest tour & lunch • Spectacular tandem skydive

visit contiki.com/surf-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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Contiki & Diving\ One of Australia’s ‘must do’s’ is diving the Great Barrier Reef. If you’ve never dived before or if you’re more experienced – exploring this Reef is hard to beat. With 2 great dive packages there’s something for everyone.

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest on the planet, a natural wonder of the world & a World Heritage site with 400 different types of coral & 1500 species of fish – so it’s pretty amazing. If you’re up for it you can even dive at night & see a whole different side of this amazing spot.

Our diving experiences are not to be missed & are available with tours that start/finish in Cairns.

Tours include Reefs & Rainforests (p.40-41), Island & Rainforest (p.48), Beaches & Reefs (p.42-43), Magical Tropics (p.49), Cairns Sunshine Trail (p.44-45) & Rainforest Adventure (p.50).

Contiki offers 2 great dive packages: Learn to dive – for beginners Dive to adventure – for certified divers

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Dive to Adventure 3 Days US$685pp US$229/day

Dive to Adventure Learn to Dive 3 or 5 Days Dive to adventure package

What’s included

This 3 day liveaboard dive & snorkeling adventure will show you the very best of the Outer Great Barrier Reef. It’s also unmatched for value - you’ll participate in up to 11 dives over 16 exclusive dive sites.

• 2 nights twin-share accommodation on nights 1 & 2 onboard the boat • 7 meals: 2 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L) & 2 dinners (D) • Transfers from Cairns accommodation to boat • 11 dives incl. 2 night dives (weather permitting) • Dive & snorkeling equipment • Dive insurance

Plus EMC A$50 payable locally Day 1: Cairns to the dive boat An early pickup (5:55am) this morning & it’s off to the dive boat & out to The Great Barrier Reef to start your adventure. The sites you’ll visit have been selected for their variety & quality of coral & marine life as well as great visibility. Boat (L,D) Day 2: Dive boat Today gives you the opportunity to explore this World Heritage listed underwater playground, but also to relax & really enjoy yourself diving & snorkeling. Back onboard, it’s good fun with your fellow divers, stories, shared experiences, great food & a spectacular sunset. Boat (B,L,D) Day 3: Dive boat There’s more diving or snorkeling in different areas of the reef today & later, return to Cairns in the late afternoon where there’s an included transfer back to your hotel. (B,L) Tour code CDTA.

contiki.com/dive-adventure

Important Info You must hold a minimum of an ‘open water dive’ certificate to be able to take this trip. Some taxes are payable directly to Pro Dive at the end of the course including the Environmental Management charge at a cost of A$50. Course is open age.

If you’re staying at an alternative hotel to Rydges Esplanade Resort prior to your dive trip, you’ll need to let Pro Dive know in order to arrange your transfer on day 1 (prodivecairns.com or 07 4031 5255).

Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 984ft or over within 24 hours of your last dive (approx. 12:00 noon). A 3 day snorkeling package is also available at a cost of US$609 plus A$50 EMC payable locally – see contiki.com/snorkel.

Learn to Dive 5 Days US$1085pp US$217/day Plus EMC A$50 payable locally

contiki.com/dive

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Learn to dive package

What’s included

5 day learn to dive course The 5 day PADI ‘Open Water’ dive course is by far the most popular way to learn to dive. The adventure of learning to dive combined with staying out on the reef for 2 nights onboard a boat is really unique. The course takes you to 9 of the Great Barrier Reef’s best dive sites & features 2 days of classroom & in-pool training, then it’s onto the live aboard boat for some actual reef diving. There’s also plenty of time to snorkel, relax & just enjoy the reef experience too.

Days 1-2: Cairns The first 2 days of the course are spent at Pro Dive Cairns modern training center learning the theory & practical skills of scuba diving. Each day finishes around 5:30pm. Resort (B) Days 3-4: Cairns to the dive boat The next 3 days & 2 nights are spent living onboard a premium dive vessel. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in 9 dives on a variety of our 16 exclusive dive sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your first 4 dives will complete your open water certification & then as a certified diver you are able to take up to 5 more recreational dives. One of these dives is a guided night dive! These extra dives will be a highlight of your course & a truly memorable experience. Boat (L,D) (B,L,D) Day 5: Dive boat to Cairns Return to Cairns in the late afternoon where there’s the option to join your new diving mates & crew for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,L)

• 2 nights resort accommodation on nights 1 & 2 • 2 nights twin-share accommodation on nights 3 & 4 onboard the boat • Transfers from Cairns accommodation to training center & boat • 8 meals: 3 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L) & 2 dinners (D) • PADI ‘Open Water’ certificate & manual • Log book • Scuba equipment

Tour code CLTD.

Important Info An Australian diving medical certificate is needed. It can be arranged at a cost of A$55 on Day 1. Some taxes are payable directly to Pro Dive at the end of the course including the Environmental Management charge at a cost of A$50. Course is open age. If you’re staying at an alternative hotel to Rydges Esplanade Resort prior to your dive trip, you’ll need to let Pro Dive know in order to arrange your transfer on day 1 (prodivecairns.com or 07 4031 5255).

Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 984ft or over within 24 hours of your last dive (approx. 12:00 noon).

Single supplement (applicable for resort only) US$130.

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Sydney New Year

Sydney New Year 4 Days What’s included • 3 nights triple-share hotel accommodation: (more on p.34) • 4 meals: 3 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager • Harbor cruise to watch the New Year fireworks, with welcome drink, nibbles & a DJ • Half-day guided sightseeing tour of Sydney including Bondi Beach • Local taxes & service charges

4 Days US$1349pp US$338/day

contiki.com/sydney-new-year Spend New Years Eve in Sydney

Itinerary and Included Sightseeing

Sydney’s New Years Eve celebration goes off! It’s one of the most spectacular in the world & each year, the balmy summer celebration centers around the city’s famous harbor. With the stunning Harbour Bridge as a backdrop, you’ll see some of the most breathtaking fireworks ever, as you ring in the New Year Down Under. To top it off, the streets are filled with a young, colourful crowd & all the bars, clubs, lounges & pubs are absolutely pumping.

Day 1: This afternoon check in to the hotel. Later, meet up with your Tour Manager & group & get to know your new travel buddies over a drink & dinner.

Hotel (D) Day 2: With sightseeing this morning you’ll get to see all that Sydney has to offer, including some of its eastern beaches, like Bondi. Tonight, get ready to ring in the New Year from a different angle, as you board a Sydney Harbour cruise. See a light show & the city’s famous fireworks explode across the sky, complete with a drink & tasty nibbles. There’s even an on-board DJ so you can dance the night away! Hotel (B) Day 3: Happy New Year! Today is yours to chill out. Have a late ‘recovery’ lunch

During the day, there’s lots to explore. Hit up Bondi Beach, chill at some of the city’s fantastic restaurants, indulge in some incredible shopping - the options are endless.

This tour gives you a few days in this cool city so you can start the New Year Contiki-style!

Sydney Harbour jet boat

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then later in the afternoon you could venture to Bondi Beach to soak up some sun & get into the buzzing vibe of this sunny city. Hotel (B) Day 4: Your New Year’s adventure ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

When to go and how much Code: SNYE 2011/12 Start Sydney

Finish Sydney

US$ pp

2011 DEC 30

JAN 2

1349

Price above is based on triple-share.

Twin & single supplements available.

If you are traveling solo, we can set you up with a same sex roommate at no extra charge. Tour starts at 5:00pm, check in from 3:00pm

• Sydney Climb Sydney’s most famous icon, the Sydney Harbour Bridge • Learn to surf lesson on famous Bondi Beach

visit contiki.com/sydney-new-year-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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Sydney Explorer 3 Days US$299pp US$100/day

Sydney Explorer Whitsundays sailing 2 or 2/3 4 Days Sydney short break package Want a few extra days to get to know this sexy & beautiful harbor city? Grab a value-packed collection of extras, activities & great accommodation with our 2 night Sydney Explorer package. You can book one before or after your tour; or take one on its own without a tour.

Armed with your included city sightseeing bus & harbor passes, hop on & off at tons of hot spots in Australia’s largest & most diverse city. Dunk yourself in the Bondi surf, cruise by the Opera House, take a ferry out to Manly, scale the heights of the Harbour Bridge, lose yourself in the cobbled streets of the historic Rocks district or shop up a storm in markets & boutiques around Paddington.

As well as having a world-famous harbor & more than 70 sparkling beaches, Sydney has an edgy multiculturalism that fuels an amazing food scene & cutting edge bar & club scene.

What’s included • 2 nights triple-share hotel accommodation • 2 meals: 2 breakfasts • City sightseeing bus & harbor passes • Sydney welcome pack

Check-in from 3.00pm

contiki.com/sydney

* Price quoted based on multi-share.

Twin-share supplement add US$289.

Single room supplement add US$1129.

Optional

Whitsundays Sailing upgrade

2 days Whitsundays sailing upgrade See The Whitsundays from your own private yacht! This sailing option upgrade is a great alternative to spending 2 nights at Daydream Island Resort, with the chance to spend 2 days & nights onboard a maxi yacht.

The Whitsundays is part of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, with over 90 mostly uninhabited National Park islands, heavenly white beaches & crystal clear waters. And sailing is a great way to see it all!

What’s included • 2 nights multi-share accommodation (no single or twin-share) • 6 meals: 2 breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 2 dinners (D) • Dedicated & professional onboard crew • Snorkeling equipment

If you want to learn about sailing, the crew will teach you how to hoist the sails & grind the winches, but if you’d prefer to relax, suntan & soak up the atmosphere – you can leave the hard work to them.

Swim, snorkel, or laze your way around this tropical paradise. The highlight will definitely be a visit to Whitehaven Beach (weather dependant). Introductory & certified diving is also available at additional cost.

contiki.com/sailingwhitsundays

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The trip returns just in time to enjoy the island’s afternoon activities, evening fun & a night on Daydream Island.

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Territory & Outback 14 Days From US$1819pp US$130/day

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• Kings Canyon Camel ride through an outback station • Uluru A guided helicopter flight over Uluru & Kata Tjuta • Alice Springs Dawn hot air balloon flight over the desert & MacDonnell Ranges

GREAT AUSTRALIAN BIGHT

• Katherine Locally guided cruise of beautiful Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge • Kakadu National Park Scenic flight over this World Heritage Listed area

visit contiki.com/territory-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Alice Springs, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Alice Springs Check into the All Seasons Oasis Hotel & spend the rest of the day exploring Alice Springs. Hotel Day 4: Alice Springs Meet up with your Contiki team & explore the Outback’s unofficial capital, ‘The Alice’, famous for its remote location, its Aussie characters & its reputation as the national hub for Aboriginal art. Hotel (D) • View the spectacular MacDonnell ranges from ANZAC Hill • See the stunning Aboriginal site of Simpsons Gap • See the dry Todd River which hosts the annual Henley on Todd Regatta • Tour the Flying Doctor’s base • Hands-on reptile park experience Day 5: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station Get a cultural fix as you visit members of the Walpiri Aboriginal community, try some ‘bush tucker’ & learn to throw a boomerang! Later, it’s on to Kings Creek Station where we’ll go local like real Aussie ‘bushies’ & sleep under the stars in a comfy swag.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost City’ & desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’ • Sleep under the stars in a traditional Aussie ‘swag’ Day 6: Kings Creek Station to Uluru We hit the road & make our way to one of the worlds most iconic sights, Uluru (Ayer’s Rock). Watch the amazing colors change as you experience this truly incredible spot.

Lodge (B) • Wake up to the smell of fresh cooked bacon & eggs, just how you like it • See the 700 million year old Mt Conner & Lake Amadeus Day 7: Uluru Watch shadows & changing colors at play as the sun rises over Australia’s pin up icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk around ‘The Rock’ for some close up angles & stories of this amazing area & its Aboriginal rock art. Lodge (B) • Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre • Hike ‘Kata-Tjuta’ (The Olgas) • See Uluru at sunrise & sunset Day 8: Uluru to Alice Springs Say farewell to Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park as we head back to Alice Springs.

Maybe take a quad bike adventure, or

just chill out pool side & relax in the sun.

Hotel (B) • Enjoy a hearty barbeque ‘Big Brekkie’ Day 9: Alice Springs to Tennant Creek Our journey to the ‘Top End’ begins as we cross the Tropic of Capricorn en route to the mining town of Tennant Creek. Hotel (B,D) • Keep your ‘eyes peeled’ for UFO’s at Wycliffe Well • Visit the ‘Devils Marbles’ Day 10: Tennant Creek to Katherine Stop & ‘knock one back’ at the oldest pub in the Territory, take a dip in the refreshing Mataranka thermal pools before reaching the lush river town of Katherine. Hotel (B) • Chill out & swim at the Mataranka thermal pools • Hear stories of ‘We of the Never Never’ Homestead Day 11: Katherine to Kakadu National Park Hike, walk, or take an Explore More optional boat trip for an up close experience with dramatic Katherine Gorge. Then it’s on to Kakadu National Park via Edith Falls. Hotel (B,D) • Visit the stunning Katherine Gorge • Cool off with a swim at Edith Falls before heading into World Heritage Listed Kakadu National Park Day 12: Kakadu National Park You’ll be amazed by the beauty of Kakadu & its variety of gorgeous landscapes, wildlife & arguably Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art found at places like Nourlangie Rock & stunning Ubirr. Hotel (B) • Walk & see the Aboriginal rock art • Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre • Crocodile & wildlife cruise Day 13: Kakadu National Park to Darwin We make a stop at Litchfield National Park for a swim in the gorgeous warm waters of the famous Florence Falls & a look at the incredible termite mounds found here.

Tonight, get a taste of the party lifestyle in Darwin. Hotel (B) • Learn about the fascinating termite mounds known to the area • Swim in the gorgeous waters of Florence Falls Day 14: Darwin See the sights as you take a city tour, visit the Darwin Museum & explore more of the Northern Territory’s capital before the tour ends. (B) • See the sites of Darwin on our guided city tour • We visit the Darwin Museum, & learn about Darwin’s unfortunate short history including Cyclone Tracy & the WW11 bombings • Free time to explore Darwin, perhaps jump on a jet boat ride in the harbor, or chill out on a sunset cruise

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What’s included • 11 nights multi-share accommodation: 8 nights in hotels 2 nights in a lodge 1 night in an outback bush camp in a comfy Aussie Swag (more on p.34) • 14 meals: 10 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 2 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

Kakadu scenic flight

When to go and how much Code: TEAD 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Code: TEDA 2011/12 All prices per person US$

Depart USA

Start Finish A.Springs Darwin

Tour Only

Depart USA

Start Darwin

Finish Tour A.Springs Only

2011 JUL 21 AUG 18 SEP 15 OCT 13 NOV 10 DEC 8

JUL 23 AUG 20 SEP 17 OCT 15 NOV 12 DEC 10

AUG 3 AUG 31 SEP 28 OCT 26 NOV 23 DEC 21

1869 1869 1869 1869 1819 1819

2011 JUL 10 AUG 7 SEP 4 OCT 2 OCT 30 NOV 27 DEC 25

JUL 12 AUG 9 SEP 6 OCT 4 NOV 1 NOV 29 DEC 27

JUL 23 AUG 20 SEP 17 OCT 15 NOV 12 DEC 10 JAN 7

1875 1875 1875 1875 1829 1829 1829

2012 JAN 5 FEB 2 MAR 1 MAR 29 APR 26 MAY 24 JUN 21 JUL 19 AUG 16 SEP 13 OCT 11 NOV 8 DEC 6

JAN 7 FEB 4 MAR 3 MAR 31 APR 28 MAY 26 JUN 23 JUL 21 AUG 18 SEP 15 OCT 13 NOV 10 DEC 8

JAN 18 FEB 15 MAR 14 APR 11 MAY 9 JUN 6 JUL 4 AUG 1 AUG 29 SEP 26 OCT 24 NOV 21 DEC 19

1819 1819 1819 1819 1919 1919 1919 1885 1885 1885 1885 1875 1875

2012 JAN 22 FEB 19 MAR 18 APR 15 MAY 13 JUN 10 JUL 8 AUG 5 SEP 2 SEP 30 OCT 28 NOV 25 DEC 23

JAN 24 FEB 21 MAR 20 APR 17 MAY 15 JUN 12 JUL 10 AUG 7 SEP 4 OCT 2 OCT 30 NOV 27 DEC 25

FEB 4 MAR 3 MAR 31 APR 28 MAY 26 JUN 23 JUL 21 AUG 18 SEP 15 OCT 13 NOV 10 DEC 8 JAN 5

1829 1829 1829 1925 1925 1925 1889 1889 1889 1889 1889 1879 1879

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$185. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$95.

See p.11 for details.

Prices above are based on multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with samegender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

TEAD: Day 4 start A.Springs 8:00am & Day 14 end Darwin 6:00pm.

Twin-share supplement: US$355.

Single supplement: US$1085.

TEDA: Day 4 start Darwin 7:30am & Day 14 end A.Springs 9:00am.

Twin-share supplement: US$359.

Single supplement: US$1099.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61.

For travel insurance see p.62.

Hike Kings Canyon

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Alice & Kakadu

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ALICE SPRINGS

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$115. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$59.

See p.11 for details.

Choose your direction Your choice - travel from Darwin to Alice Springs, or from Alice Springs to Darwin.

When to go and how much Code: AKDA 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Code: AKAD 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Start Darwin

Finish Tour A.Springs Only

Depart USA

Start Finish A.Springs Darwin

Tour Only

2011 JUL 10 AUG 7 SEP 4 OCT 2 OCT 30 NOV 27 DEC 25

JUL 12 AUG 9 SEP 6 OCT 4 NOV 1 NOV 29 DEC 27

JUL 18 AUG 15 SEP 12 OCT 10 NOV 7 DEC 5 JAN 2

1159 1159 1159 1159 1129 1129 1129

2011 JUL 26 AUG 23 SEP 20 OCT 18 NOV 15 DEC 13

JUL 28 AUG 25 SEP 22 OCT 20 NOV 17 DEC 15

AUG 3 AUG 31 SEP 28 OCT 26 NOV 23 DEC 21

1149 1149 1149 1149 1125 1125

2012 JAN 22 FEB 19 MAR 18 APR 15 MAY 13 JUN 10 JUL 8 AUG 5 SEP 2 SEP 30 OCT 28 NOV 25 DEC 23

JAN 24 FEB 21 MAR 20 APR 17 MAY 15 JUN 12 JUL 10 AUG 7 SEP 4 OCT 2 OCT 30 NOV 27 DEC 25

JAN 30 FEB 27 MAR 26 APR 23 MAY 21 JUN 18 JUL 16 AUG 13 SEP 10 OCT 8 NOV 5 DEC 3 DEC 31

1129 1129 1129 1209 1209 1209 1189 1189 1189 1189 1189 1159 1159

2012 JAN 10 FEB 7 MAR 6 APR 3 MAY 1 MAY 29 JUN 26 JUL 24 AUG 21 SEP 18 OCT 16 NOV 13 DEC 11

JAN 12 FEB 9 MAR 8 APR 5 MAY 3 MAY 31 JUN 28 JUL 26 AUG 23 SEP 20 OCT 18 NOV 15 DEC 13

JAN 18 FEB 15 MAR 14 APR 11 MAY 9 JUN 6 JUL 4 AUG 1 AUG 29 SEP 26 OCT 24 NOV 21 DEC 19

1125 1125 1125 1199 1199 1199 1199 1185 1185 1185 1185 1155 1155

Prices above are based on multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with samegender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

AKDA: Day 4 start Darwin 7:30am & Day 9 end A.Springs 2:00pm.

Twin-share supplement: US$189.

Single supplement: US$609.

AKAD: Day 4 start A.Springs 7:30am & Day 9 end Darwin 6:00pm.

Twin-share supplement: US$190.

Single supplement: US$589.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

Termite mounds, Litchfield National Park

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Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Darwin, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Darwin Check into the Quality Frontier Darwin & spend the rest of the free day exploring Darwin. Hotel Day 4: Darwin & Litchfield National Park Delve into the Northern Territory’s best kept secret, Litchfield National Park & plunge into the cool pool of water below Florence Falls. Head back to Darwin & get ready for a night out on the town. Hotel • See the unique, huge termite mounds • See Litchfield’s rainforests & sandstone formations • Enjoy a swim at Florence Falls Day 5: Darwin to Kakadu National Park Today, hit the streets of tropical Darwin, an exotic, diverse place that combines East & West & attracts people from all over the country. Later we’ll wind our way to Kakadu National Park. Hotel (B,D) • Darwin city tour • See Darwin Harbour & the East Point Military Reserve • Visit Darwin Museum, home to the Cyclone Tracy display Day 6: Kakadu National Park Be stunned by the ecological ‘jewel’ of Kakadu & its variety of superb landscapes, abundance of wildlife & arguably Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art found at places like Nourlangie Rock. Hotel (B) • Walk & see the Aboriginal rock art • Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre • Wildlife cruise to see crocodiles & native birds

• Kakadu National Park Scenic flight over this World Heritage Listed area

Day 7: Kakadu National Park to Katherine Continue on, via Edith Falls, to the lush river town of Katherine. On the way, stop & walk, or take an Explore More optional boat trip for an up close experience with dramatic Katherine Gorge. Hotel (B) • Visit mighty Katherine Gorge & see the sheer rock walls & wildlife Day 8: Katherine to Tennant Creek Chill out with a refreshing swim at Mataranka before stopping & ‘knocking one back’ at the oldest pub in the Territory.

Tonight, stay in Tennant Creek surrounded by million-acre cattle stations & local Aboriginal communities. (B,D) • Swim in the Mataranka thermal pools • Visit Elsey, the historic ’We of the Never Never’ homestead • Visit Daly Waters - famous outback pub • Stay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outback town of Tennant Creek Day 9: Tennant Creek to Alice Springs Experience the age-old, mythological Devils Marbles rocks before crossing the Tropic of Capricorn & arriving in Alice Springs where the tour ends & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) • Maybe sight a UFO in Wycliffe Well!

• See Aboriginal art & didgeridoos in Ti Tree’s local art gallery Please note: For the reverse itinerary (AKAD) one of the nights accommodation in Darwin is replaced with one night in Alice Springs.

Kakadu National Park

• Katherine Locally guided cruise of beautiful Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge

visit contiki.com/kakadu-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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Alice & Uluru

59 Australia Northern Territory Alice & Uluru 8/9 Days Quad biking adventure

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8/9 Days From US$1089pp US$137/day

NORTHERN TERRITORY

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contiki.com/uluru Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the International Date Line on your way to Alice Springs, Australia.

Day 3: Alice Springs Meet up with your Contiki team & explore the Outback’s unofficial capital, ‘The Alice’, famous for its remote location, local Aussie characters & Aboriginal art. You can even get up close to native wildlife at a reptile park. Hotel (D) • View the spectacular MacDonnell ranges from ANZAC Hill • See the stunning Aboriginal site of Simpsons Gap • See the dry Todd River which hosts the annual Henley on Todd Regatta • Tour the Flying Doctor’s base • Hands-on reptile park experience Day 4: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station Get a cultural fix as you visit members of the Walpiri Aboriginal community, try some ‘bush tucker’ & learn to throw a boomerang!

Later, it’s on to Kings Creek Station where we’ll go local like real Aussie ‘bushies’ & sleep under the stars in a comfy swag.

Contiki Special Stay (B,D) • Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost City’ & desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’ • Sleep under the stars in a traditional Aussie ‘swag’ Day 5: Kings Creek Station to Uluru We hit the road & make our way to one of the worlds most iconic sights, Uluru (Ayer’s Rock). Watch the amazing colors change as you experience this truly incredible spot.

Lodge (B) • Wake up to the smell of fresh cooked bacon & eggs, just how you like it • See the 700 million year old Mt Conner & Lake Amadeus

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Day 6: Uluru Watch shadows & changing colors at play as the sun rises over Australia’s pin up icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk around ‘The Rock’ for some close up angles & stories of this amazing area & its Aboriginal rock art. Lodge (B) • Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre • Hike the ‘Valley of the Winds’ at ‘KataTjuta’ (The Olgas) • See Uluru at sunrise & sunset Day 7: Uluru to Alice Springs Say farewell to Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park as we head back to Alice Springs. Maybe take a quad bike adventure, or just chill out pool side & relax in the sun. Hotel (B) • Enjoy a hearty barbeque ‘Big Brekkie’ Day 8: Alice Springs Choose to take an Explore More amazing optional hot air balloon flight this morning, then say farewell to you new friends. (B) Please note: The reverse itinerary (AEAD) will be one day longer in Alice Springs due to international flight schedules.

When to go and how much Code: AEDA 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Code: AEAD 2011/12 All Prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour A.Springs A.Springs Only

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour A.Springs A.Springs Only

2011 JUL 16 AUG 13 SEP 10 OCT 8 NOV 5 DEC 3 DEC 31

JUL 18 AUG 15 SEP 12 OCT 10 NOV 7 DEC 5 JAN 2

2011 JUL 21 AUG 18 SEP 15 OCT 13 NOV 10 DEC 8

JUL 23 AUG 20 SEP 17 OCT 15 NOV 12 DEC 10

JUL 29 AUG 26 SEP 23 OCT 21 NOV 18 DEC 16

1165 1165 1165 1165 1135 1135

2012 JAN 5 FEB 2 MAR 1 MAR 29 APR 26 MAY 24 JUN 21 JUL 19 AUG 16 SEP 13 OCT 11 NOV 8 DEC 6

JAN 7 FEB 4 MAR 3 MAR 31 APR 28 MAY 26 JUN 23 JUL 21 AUG 18 SEP 15 OCT 13 NOV 10 DEC 8

JAN 13 FEB 10 MAR 9 APR 6 MAY 4 JUN 1 JUN 29 JUL 27 AUG 24 SEP 21 OCT 19 NOV 16 DEC 14

1135 1135 1135 1215 1215 1215 1215 1195 1195 1195 1195 1169 1169

2012 JAN 28 FEB 25 MAR 24 APR 21 MAY 19 JUN 16 JUL 14 AUG 11 SEP 8 OCT 6 NOV 3 DEC 1 DEC 29

JAN 30 FEB 27 MAR 26 APR 23 MAY 21 JUN 18 JUL 16 AUG 13 SEP 10 OCT 8 NOV 5 DEC 3 DEC 31

JUL 23 AUG 20 SEP 17 OCT 15 NOV 12 DEC 10 JAN 7 FEB 4 MAR 3 MAR 31 APR 28 MAY 26 JUN 23 JUL 21 AUG 18 SEP 15 OCT 13 NOV 10 DEC 8 JAN 5

1115 1115 1115 1115 1089 1089 1089 1089 1089 1089 1165 1165 1165 1145 1145 1145 1145 1119 1119 1119

What’s included • 5 nights multi-share accommodation: (6 nights for reverse itinerary) 2 nights in hotels (3 nights in hotels reverse itinerary) 2 nights in a lodge 1 night on an outback bush camp in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’ (more on p.34) • 7 meals: 5 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • National Park fees, local taxes & service charges 1 • Number of World Heritage sites visited

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Only Contiki

• Alice Springs Reptile Centre experience • Visit Royal Flying Doctor Base • Alice Springs Aboriginal ‘Dreamtime Bushtucker’ tour

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• Kings Creek Station

Save More Money If you pay 12 months in advance you save US$115. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$59.

See p.11 for details.

Prices above are based on multi-share (up to 4 people per room). If you’re traveling solo, we’ll match you up with samegender room-mates at no extra cost. You can also opt for a twin–share room for a small supplement, or your own room, for a little extra.

Prices above are land only & do not include international airfares.

Need flights? We’ve got great deals – see p.8.

AEDA: Day 3 start Alice Springs 1.30pm & Day 8 end Alice Springs 9:00am.

Twin-share supplement: US$165.

Single supplement: US$495.

AEAD: Day 4 start Alice Springs 8:00am & Day 9 end Alice Springs 9:00am.

Twin-share supplement: US$185.

Single supplement: US$575.

For more ways to save see p.11.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.61. For travel insurance see p.62.

MacDonnell Range Hot air balloon ride

• Kings Canyon Explore Kings Creek Station on a quad-bike • Scenic helicopter flight over the Canyon • Uluru Take a ‘wild’ ride on a Harley Davidson around Uluru • Champagne sunset drinks & nibbles

• Alice Springs Dawn hot air balloon flight over the desert & MacDonnell Ranges

visit contiki.com/uluru-explore-more for all the optional acitivites you can do

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Stopover ideas Break the journey on your way to & from New Zealand & Australia with one of our relaxing stopover options.

Fiji 2 Islands 5 Days From US$615pp

Fiji 2 islands Relax on island time with Contiki’s 5 day/4 night Fiji package. Combining 2 nights at the Beachcomber Island Resort in the tranquil marine sanctuary of the beautiful Mamanuca Islands & 2 nights at Mantaray Island Resort in the Yasawa Islands, it’s the perfect way to chill. With fantastic island feasts, a huge range of activities, nightly live music & entertainment & the friendliest people on the planet – these islands are the perfect mix of relaxation, sun, culture & fun!

Conditions Stopovers are only available in conjunction with a Contiki tour booking. There is no Contiki Tour Manager included on any stopover packages. For twin-share accommodation, both persons must book at the same time, using the same booking reference number. Prices include appropriate taxes & service charges.

Package highlights • An endless list of watersports like kayaking & snorkeling • Great party nights • Swimming with the Mantarays (seasonal) • Diving – introductory & certified courses available (Mantaray Resort only) • A visit to traditional Fijian villages

Before & after

contiki.com/fiji

Honolulu in Hawaii 2 & 4 Nights From US$199pp

Contiki offers great rates on Viti Levu at the Mercure Nadi Hotel before or after your island vacation.

Honolulu in Hawaii Contiki has 2 & 4 night packages at The Park Shore Waikiki in Honolulu on the beautiful Island of Oahu. It’s situated across from Waikiki beach & minutes from the endless choice of shops & restaurants. Enjoy Hawaii’s perfect sunsets from the outdoor ocean view pool & sun deck! A short walk away is the Contiki Customer Service Center, our free concierge service to make your vacation hassle-free & fast track you to the best action on the island.

Conditions Stopovers are only available in conjunction with a Contiki tour booking. There is no Contiki Tour Manager included on any stopover packages. For twin-share accommodation, both persons must book at the same time, using the same booking reference number. Prices include appropriate taxes & service charges.

Package highlights • 1/2 day sightseeing tour including the USS Arizona, Pearl Harbor & Punchbowl • Contiki Concierge Service • Starbucks voucher • Great surfing beaches (lessons available) • Amazing shopping • Waikiki’s party hot spots

contiki.com/hawaii

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Hotel departure points & stay longer options\ Look up the start city of your tour below for departure point information about where your tour starts & how to get there. There are also details on how to extend your vacation & stay longer either before or after your tour. Take advantage of our specially negotiated ‘Stay Longer’ hotel rates listed below, which can be arranged through Contiki or your travel agent when you book your tour. For the most up-to-date details go to contiki.com/staylonger & contiki.com/departurepoints

Australia

pool with beach area, heated spa & sauna, restaurant & bar.

ALICE SPRINGS All Seasons Oasis, 10 Gap Road, Alice Springs: Nestled in the foothills of the MacDonnell Ranges, this hotel’s features include a tennis court, swimming pool & heated spa. Rooms are air-conditioned & have TV, direct dial telephone & tea/coffee making facilities.

Getting there: There are 2 airports servicing Surfers Paradise. Gold Coast airport is approx 7 miles (12km) or 30 minutes drive south, & transfer shuttles cost approx A$18 one way.

Brisbane airport is approx 56 miles (90km) or one & a half hours north, & transfer shuttles cost approx A$39 one way. There is also an airport train to the Gold Coast, costing A$26.

Alight at Nerang Station then it’s a 7 mile (12km) taxi ride into Surfers Paradise.

Getting there: The All Seasons Oasis is 7 miles (12km) from Alice Springs Airport. The Airport Shuttle Service meets all incoming flights & will drop off at the hotel on request (approx A$15). A taxi to the hotel costs approx A$25.

Alice Springs Departures: Start at 8.00am: Territory & Outback, Alice & Uluru (AEAD version).

Start at 9.00am: Alice & Kakadu.

Start at 1.30pm: Alice & Uluru (AEDA version).

Stay longer rates: Quad: US$49 Twin: US$69 Single: US$125 CAIRNS Rydges Esplanade Resort, Corner The Esplanade & Kerwin Street, Cairns: Located a 15 minute walk from the heart of Cairns & overlooking the Coral Sea, the resort features 3 swimming pools, tennis court, business center, brasserie & lobby bar, & fully-equipped health & fitness center.

Getting there: Rydges Esplanade Resort is 4 miles (6km) from Cairns International Airport.

A taxi to the hotel is approx. A$15.

Cairns Departures: Start at 7.30am: Reefs & Rainforests, Island & Rainforest, Rainforest Adventure.

Surfers Paradise Departures: Start at 4.30pm: Cairns Sunshine Trail.

SYDNEY The Holiday Inn Potts Point, Corner Victoria Street & Darlinghurst Road, Potts Point: Ideally positioned in the heart of Potts Point & Kings Cross entertainment precincts with the Sydney CBD close by, the Holiday Inn features a restaurant & bar.

Rooms are air-conditioned, with ensuite bathrooms, tea & coffee making facilities, colour TV & mini bar.

Getting there: The Holiday Inn Potts Point is 10 miles (16km) from Sydney International Airport. Shuttle buses meet all incoming flights & will drop off at the hotel on request (from approx A$13). Also available is the airport link rail service which travels to Sydney Central Station then change trains for Kings Cross Station - located directly under the hotel (approx A$14.80). The taxi fare from the airport terminals to Holiday Inn Potts Point is approx A$45.

Start at 2.00pm: Beaches & Reefs, Cairns Sunshine Trail, Magical Tropics.

Sydney Departures: Start at 7.00am: Reefs & Rainforests, Beaches & Reefs, Coast & Whitsundays, City to Surf, Aussie Explorer.

Stay longer rates: Quad: US$35 Twin: US$75 Single: US$135

Start at 5.00pm (check in from 3.00pm): Sydney New Years Eve.

DARWIN Quality Frontier Darwin, 3 Buffalo Court, Darwin: Conveniently located, the Frontier Darwin’s rooms are all air-conditioned with TV’s & in-house movies.

The hotel has a large swimming pool, restaurants, public bar & beer garden.

Check in from 3.00pm: Sydney Explorer.

Getting there: The Quality Frontier Darwin is 8 miles (13km) from Darwin International Airport. Darwin Airport Shuttle Service meets all incoming flights & will drop off at the hotel on request (approx A$11). A taxi fare is approx A$25.

Darwin Departures: Start at 7.30am: Territory & Outback, Alice & Kakadu, Aussie Explorer.

Stay longer rates: Quad: US$55 Twin: US$79 Single: US$150 SURFERS PARADISE Australis Sovereign Hotel, 138 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise: Located a 10 minute walk from the action of central Surfers, the hotel features a lagoon style

Stay longer rates: Triple: US$69 Twin: US$95 Single: US$169 WHITSUNDAYS Island Option: Getting there: Our hotel is Daydream Island Resort. From Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) on Hamilton Island, Cruise Whitsundays meets flights for a 30 minute catamaran cruise to Daydream Island, departing from the jetty located directly at the airport. The cost of this transfer is not included in the tour price but may be ticketed in conjunction with flights (approx cost A$55). From Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) at Proserpine, Cruise Whitsundays offer a streamlined transfer with a coach connection directly from the airport to Abel Point Marina in Airlie Beach, where a connecting ferry transfers guests to Daydream Island, approx A$50.

Start at 5.00pm at Daydream Island: Coast & Whitsundays, Island & Rainforests, Magical Tropics (Island options).

Two night sailing option: Getting there: Check in is at the Pro Sail office, shop 1, 4 The Esplanade, Airlie Beach.

From Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) on Hamilton Island, Cruise Whitsundays meet flights for a 30 minute catamaran cruise to Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach, departing from the jetty located directly at the airport.

The cost of this transfer is not included in the tour price but may be ticketed in conjunction with flights (approx cost A$55). From Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) at Proserpine, Whitsunday Shuttle Service offers pre-booked transfers to Airlie Beach (approx cost A$15).

Clients should call Pro Sail on 1800 810 116 or 07 4946 7533 if they require assistance.

Check in by 3:00pm at Airlie Beach: Coast & Whitsundays, Island & Rainforests, Magical Tropics (Sailing options).

New Zealand AUCKLAND Mercure Hotel Auckland, 8 Customs Street, Auckland: Situated in the center of the city, within a short walking distance of the central shopping & tourist areas. Facilities include a brasserie-style restaurant & bar.

Getting there: The Mercure Hotel Auckland is 14 miles (22km) from Auckland International Airport. The cheapest form of transportation to & from Auckland Airport is the Airbus situated just outside the terminal building (approx NZ$15 pp plus 20% discount with Contiki Travelers Guide book).

Other sources of available transportation are shuttle vans (approx NZ$25 pp) or taxis (approx NZ$70).

Auckland Departures: Start at 12 noon: Grand Explorer, Grand Adventurer, Bay of Islands, Sun & Steam, Northern Highlights.

Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast): Twin: US$85 Single: US$165 CHRISTCHURCH Bealey’s Hotel, 263 Bealey Ave, Edgeware, Chistchurch: Located 20 min. walk from the center of Christchurch. An excellent base to make the most of the city sights, shopping facilities & nightlife. Amenities include a restaurant & bar.

Getting there: Bealey’s Hotel is 6 miles (10km) from Christchurch International Airport. The cheapest form of transportation from the airport is shuttle van (approx NZ$15 pp) or you can get a taxi (approx NZ$35).

Christchurch Departures: Start at 8.00am: Grand Explorer, Grand Adventurer, Scenic Southern Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast): Quad: US$49 Twin: US$60 Single: US$105

QUEENSTOWN Aspen on Queenstown, Fernhill Road, Fernhill Queenstown: The perfect place to explore the area with a great social atmosphere.

Getting there: Aspen on Queenstown is 5 miles (8km) from Queenstown International Airport. The cheapest transportation to Aspen on Queenstown is the Connecta Bus (approx NZ$6) or shuttle bus (approx NZ$20) or by taxi (approx NZ$30). All accessable outside airport doors.

Queenstown Departures (Only valid for tours departing 1st April - Sep 30, 2011: Start at 10.30am: Grand Explorer (14 day option), Grand Adventurer (12 day option).

Tours start at the Queenstown Airport where the Contiki coach will pick up clients (no formal check-in desk, clients should wait near the front door & will easily see the coach arriving (it’s a very small airport). The cheapest transportation from town to the airport is the Shopper Bus (approx NZ$6 pp) Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast): Twin: US$60 Single: US$105 WELLINGTON Abel Tasman Hotel, 169 Willis Street, Wellington: Well located in the main shopping & business area & short walking distance to the waterfront & museums.

Getting there: The Abel Tasman Hotel is 6 miles (10km) from Wellington International Airport. The cheapest form of transportation from the airport is the orange Wellington Link bus situated just outside the terminal & to the right (approx NZ$7.50 pp). Get off at Courtney Place. Other forms of transportation are shuttle vans (approx NZ$25 pp) or taxis (approx NZ$35).

Wellington Departures: Start at 7.30am: Scenic Southern (8 day option), Northern Highlights (6 day option).

Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast): Twin: US$69 Single: US$115 NOTE: • Rates are per person per night including private facilities.

• Rooms are generally available in Australia for a maximum of 2 consecutive nights in Sydney & 1 night in Cairns, Alice Springs & Darwin. In NZ, rooms are available for one night only. Extra nights will be on request.

• Full payment is required 45 days before arrival. Cancellation within 14 days of arrival date incurs 100% cancellation fee.

Any amendments incur a charge of US$35.

• Rates only apply to Contiki clients booking extra accommodation directly before &/or after their tour.

• If two people are sharing a room, booking must be made at the same time.

• All hotels are subject to availability & where necessary, we may provide an alternative on your arrival.

For more info check out contiki.com/departurepoints

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Got a question?

Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know: What’s included?

• Coach, train, ferry transportation & internal flights as listed in the ‘What’s included’ section.

• Accommodation & meals as listed in the ‘What’s included’ section on tour pages.

• Sightseeing listed in the ‘Included highlights’ section in each tour itinerary. Unless specified, entrance fees to these locations are included.

• Experienced Contiki Tour Manager & Driver.

What’s not included?

• Air & ferry transfers to tour departure point.

• Personal expense money.

• Visas, personal insurance, medical fees.

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

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

• Lunches (unless specified under “What’s included”) & some dinners.

Will I get more information?

Upon receipt of final payment, you’ll receive a copy of Contiki’s ‘Travelers Guide’ – an information book about your vacation. You’ll also receive a comprehensive dayby-day itinerary including full details & costs of all Explore More optional activities available on your tour.

Your FREE Contiki document wallet & luggage tag* will be sent to you with your travel documents. The wallet is a safe place for your tickets & passports, something you’ll want to keep & use again. * 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 29” x 20” x 10” (73cm x 50cm x 25cm) & maximum weight of 44lbs (20 kg) plus one small hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you.

On tours which include Flotilla Sailing, a small bag suitable for the extremely limited luggage space is required. Your regular luggage will be stored during this time. No external metal frame backpacks please.

Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on tour.

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

Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage insurance is strongly recommended. Remember, if your tour 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

Past passenger 5% discount

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

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, Explore More optional activities, entrance fees to attractions & evening entertainment.

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

What should I pack?

Comfortable, casual clothing for day wear & ‘smart/ casual’ for dining & those nights out. Remember that early or later in the season you will need warmer clothing as well as a raincoat/jacket. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. For further details, please refer to your ‘Travelers Guide’ information book.

Explore More optional activities

When do I choose? Optionals are arranged & paid for on tour. 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 Tour Manager can offer personal advice. Some activities are seasonal & weather dependent as well.

How do I pay? You pay on tour with major credit cards (Contiki does not accept Discover Card for payment of optionals) or cash (A$ in Australia or NZ$ in New Zealand).

Am I expected to tip on tour?

Every country in the world has different tipping policies & in Australia & New Zealand within service industries, tipping is common practice. Tipping is totally optional & only given if you feel the service has exceeded your expectations.

Your Tour Manager will assist you with any questions about this. Likewise, 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.

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 (July, 2011), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it is wise to check up-to-date information with your travel agent 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?

Being such a large landmass, Australia is prone to seasonal climate changes. This will mean that at certain times of the year some of our brochured itineraries may need to be slightly changed. For example: Northern Australia itineraries during the wet season (December to April).

Inland alpine areas of the South Island in New Zealand can be as cold as 14 F (-10 C) between May & October.

Do I need visas?

Please read carefully. Depending on your nationality, you may require a visa to enter Australia & New Zealand.

You are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your tour. Contiki is not legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a tour. Consult Contiki or your travel agent to determine any visas you require & how to obtain them.

Booking Security

Contiki has been running tours for young people since 1962 and is a member of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA). USTOA includes all the major tour operators who are financially bonded for your security and who maintain the highest standards. Contiki is also a member of the National Tour Association (NTA) and the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA).

Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan PROVIDING YOU WITH “ANY REASON” CANCELLATION FLEXIBILITY AND PEACE OF MIND WHILE YOU TRAVEL: Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan – designed exclusively with the following: Priced at: Trips up to $1,500: $129 per person Trips $1,501 or greater: $169 per person Trips 35 days or longer: $298 per person Note: Prices are subject to change without notice.

SECTION I: TRAVEL ARRANGEMENT PROTECTION - Provided by Contiki Vacations* Trip Cancellation: Up to Total Trip Cost. Reimburses the non-refundable Contiki Vacations cancellation penalties imposed if you must cancel your trip for a covered reason such as illness, injury or death to you, a traveling companion or an immediate family member. Other reasons for cancellation include Common Carrier-caused delays due to inclement weather, jury duty, subpoena, or a documented traffic accident en route to departure, and other reasons as cited in the plan description.

The Contiki Vacations “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver**. With the Contiki Vacations “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver, Contiki Vacations will provide you with 100% of the cancellation charges in the form of a future travel credit certificate, should you cancel your tour more than 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure for any reason that is not eligible for cash reimbursement under the Trip Cancellation section of the Travel Protection Plan.

Cancellation charges are reimbursed in the form of Contiki Vacations Travel Certificates allowing you a two year credit to travel with us at a later date! Please note that to be eligible for the “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver, you must enroll and pay for the plan within two days of your initial trip deposit. The certificate is valid for two years, is non-transferable and non-refundable and may not be redeemed for cash. Future travel certificates do not include airfare cancellation charges for air arrangements unless those arrangements were provided by Contiki Vacations.

Trip Interruption: Up to Total Trip Cost Trip Delay: Up to $1,000 ($150/day) SECTION II: TRAVEL INSURANCE BENEFITS - Underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company*** Baggage Protection: Up to $2,500 Bag Delay: Up to $500 Medical & Dental Expenses: Up to $50,000 Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation: Up to $50,000

SECTION III: EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE SERVICES - Provided by On Call International While the above is not a complete description – a full plan description detailing the terms, conditions and exclusions will be sent to you – we have highlighted just a few of the plan benefits. If you have any Travel Protection Plan questions, or would like to request a copy of the plan description, please call our plan administrator, BerkelyCare, at 1-866-580-4871.

You may also view the plan at http://www.berkely.net/ travcorp/ctp/faq.htm The Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan is provided in addition to other applicable indemnity or insurance programs, where permitted by law and shall apply only after benefits have been paid. * For NY residents, Section I Travel Arrangement Protection (Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption & Trip Delay) is underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, Ohio. ** For NY residents only, the “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver may be purchased separately from the Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan. Contact 1-877-722-2195 for details. *** Section II Travel Insurance Benefits, Policy Number MZ0911064H0000A-U are underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, Ohio: NAIC #10952 (all states except as otherwise noted) Policy/ Certificate Form series TAHC5000. In CA, CT, HI, NE, NH, PA, TN and TX Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5100 and TAHC5200. In IL, IN, KS, LA, OR, OH, VT, WA and WY Policy Forms TAHC5100IPS and TAHC5200IPS.

This plan was designed and is administered by BerkelyCareSM. IN CALIFORNIA: BerkelyCareSM is a service mark of Aon Direct Insurance Administrators, CA Insurance License # 0795465.

IN ALL OTHER STATES: BerkelyCareSM is a division of Affinity Insurance Services, Inc. in all states other than CA, except: AIS Affinity Insurance Agency, Inc. in MN and OK and AIS Affinity Insurance Agency in NY. 5864684A

Massive thanks.

At Contiki we keep it real, so we asked some of our past travelers & their mates to come & re-live their Contiki experience & help us with photography for this brochure. A huge thanks to all our travelers (below) – you guys were fantastic! Nothing’s possible without our team either, so a big thank you to Darthy, Alexis, George, Will, our suppliers & our team at Contiki Australia & New Zealand. If you’d like to be considered for one of our photo shoots please email contikiholidaysphotography@gmail.com with what tour you did, where you’re from & also attach 3 photos - who knows next year it could be you!

Andee

Emily

Ben

Jessika

Kevin

Jaynee

Dave

Eileen

Lily

Katie

Blaire

George

Dan

Sian

Nick

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Photography credits

Photos Courtesy of AJ Hackett Front Cover & p.20. Girl bungy jumping, p.3. bungy jumping p.18 Man bungy jumping Photos Courtesy of Kaitiaki Adventures & Rotorua Combo’s p.5 Whitewater rafting Photos Courtesy of Interislander p.9 Interislander Cruise Ship Photos Courtesy of ©OCEANA/ Mar Mas p.12 Turtle, Juan Cuetos p.12 Marine life Photos Courtesy of Bridge Climb Sydney p.43 Sydney Harbour Bridge - otto Holdings (Aust) Pty Limited Photos Courtesy of Australia Tourism p.45 Flinders Ranges - Mike Newling Photos Courtesy of Tourism New South Wales p.47 Byron Bay - Hamilton Lund, p.50 Cape Tribulation Photos Courtesy of Northern Territory Tourist Commission p.57 Darwin, Kakadu National Park & Katherine Gorge Photo Courtesy of Tourism Australia p.59 Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park - Steve Strikie Photos Courtesy of Julie Salsbury p.14 Fox Glacier Photos Courtesy of Rainforest Retreat, Franz Josef p.16 Hotel Room Photos Courtesy of Real Journeys p.18, p.21, p.23, p.27 Boat Cruise Photos Courtesy of Explore NZ Bay of Islands p.25 Catamaran Cruise Photos Courtesy of Flying Kiwi Parasail p.28 Parasailing Photos Courtesy of Awesome.nz Bay of Islands p.28 Sand dune surfing p.28 Dolphin Swimming Photos Courtesy of Zorb Ltd p.29 Zorb Photos Courtesy of Fox Glacier heli hike p.30 Group snowball fight

For more info check out contiki.com/contikipedia

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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 VACATION RESERVATION On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected vacation. A contract is only made between you and us upon your booking being confirmed and accepted by us and our communication thereof to either you or your travel agent.

2. PRICE GUARANTEE a) Tour Prices: Are based on costs, tariffs, taxes, charges, levies and exchange rates as of 10th June, 2011. Should these change, the price of your vacation may increase. If the total price increases by more than 10%, you may cancel, without penalty, within 3 DAYS after we notify you of the increase. Except as explained below, we will not increase the price of your land vacation after we receive your full deposit for your land vacation. In exchange for this guarantee, no refund will be made if the cost factors described above are reduced. We reserve the right to recover from you increases in cruise line imposed fuel surcharges and in taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or its agencies. b) Airline Fuel Surcharges & Air-Related Taxes, Fees & Restrictions: As noted above, all quoted land and air prices include airline fuel surcharges and Air-Related Taxes and Fees, applicable as of 10th June, 2011. However, if the customer is notified of the potential for a price increase prior to the time that the full amount agreed upon has been paid and customer’s written consent prior to accepting any payment has been obtained, we reserve the right to recover from you increases in those surcharges. Any additional fees charged by the airlines, such as baggage handling, seat selections, and/or any other services are the sole responsibility of the passenger(s). Additional air-related restrictions apply.

See www.contiki.com/restrictions for details.

3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR VACATION 3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control.

3.2 If a cancellation is made any time prior to the tour departure*, Contiki’s only liability will be to refund the passenger the amount it has received for the booking. Contiki will try and re-book the same or a similar tour and, where flights have been confirmed by Contiki, will attempt to confirm air seats for the new date selected, subject to availability. Contiki is not liable for any changes, amendment or cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements purchased separately.

3.3 If an alternative tour 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 vacation without payment of any transfer fee. *Please Note: The departure date constitutes the date indicated on Contiki’s confirmation. If you do not join the tour on the day of departure then cancellation fees will be 100%.

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 and 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 tour departure.

4. VACATION DETAILS AND CONDITIONS 4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (July 2011) but we cannot guarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be available, especially where we have no direct control over it.

4.2 With respect to their touring program Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing tours and transportation to give you good value for your money.

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

4.4 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only.

Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will assume any responsibility or liability if clients special meal requests are not fulfilled.

5. LIABILITY 5.1 Contiki is responsible for properly arranging and conducting your vacation.

5.2 As a Tour Operator, Contiki makes arrangements with carriers, hoteliers and other independent suppliers to provide you with some or all of the travel services you purchase. These parties are independent suppliers over whom Contiki has no direct control. Unless caused by its own negligence, Contiki is not responsible for and accepts no liability in respect of any claims, losses, damages, costs or expenses arising out of: a) personal injury, sickness, disease, accident or death, however caused, including without limitation, where same results from your conduct on vacation. b) loss or damage to or delay of baggage or other property unless resulting from Contiki’s negligence in which case Contiki’s liability shall be limited to the actual loss but in no event would exceed the total vacation cost; c) delays and loss as a result of government action, weather, mechanical breakdown, equipment failure, labor disputes, sickness, acts of war, insurrection, terrorism, Acts of God or any other causes beyond Contiki’s direct control. Contiki cannot be responsible for interruption of air carrier service due to airline default. d) acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise, of suppliers of services or their personnel (including, without limitation, transportation and accommodation services) or of any other person or body unless such a person or body is employed by us, or is an agent of ours, and is acting within the scope of his or her authority. In no event is Contiki liable for the acts or omissions of independent third party contractors or of its own employees or agents acting outside the scope of their duties. e) loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, distress or frustration, whether physical or mental, resulting from any of the following: (i) any matter or topic described in sub-paragraphs (a) to (d) inclusive above. (ii) your failure to obtain the necessary documentation to travel. (iii) your failure to arrive on time for initial departure or for connections within the tour or to stay within or join your tour at any time after initial departure. (iv) your leaving the tour prior to its completion. (v) the need for Contiki to change itineraries or substitute accommodation or services, provided that Contiki makes every effort to supply the most comparable services and accommodations available. (vi) cancellation of the vacation by Contiki provided that a full refund of all monies paid is made to you. (vii) Many of our activities are action and adventure orientated. Sports and similar activities inherently involve risks of injury greater than those that would be encountered if you were not participating in such, and therefore, by voluntarily taking part in any sports or other such activities, you thereby acknowledge and assume any of the risks inherent therein. In the absence of negligence on our part, or on the part of our agents and representatives, neither

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we nor they accept any responsibility for, and shall not be liable for, any injury, illness, damage, loss, accident, expense, delay or any other irregularity resulting from your participation in any of the activities made available to you. (viii) We take every reasonable precaution possible to assure your comfort, safety, and enjoyment while you are taking part in a Contiki vacation. Contiki vacations are generally for the young, and not for the frail or those not generally enjoying good health. A change of climate, food, time and varied cultural habits often affects travelers differently. We therefore recommend that you advise your doctor that you are taking one of our vacations and ask if he or she recommends anything for your trip, even for something as seemingly benign as an upset stomach. Since the brands of any medication to which you are accustomed may be unavailable in places to which you are traveling, we recommend you bring your own supply of any medication you will require and carry such medication in your hand luggage. Prescription drugs should be carried in the original labeled bottles. Should you fall ill during your Contiki vacation, we will make every reasonable effort to make prompt, sanitary, safe and proper medical care available to you. However, if at anytime or anywhere treatments of any sort are suggested to you that do not meet your needs or expectations, you should not hesitate to contact your own doctor. Also, please note that the same sorts of activities that can expose you to certain types of diseases at home can just as easily expose you to those same diseases abroad. This information is provided only for your convenience and we are not responsible or liable for any damages resulting from your failure to confirm or ascertain health information or medical precaution, if any, for the places which you will be visiting. (ix) Contiki is responsible for taking care to arrange and conduct your vacation properly. With you in mind, we have accepted applications from and interviewed numerous potential employees, and then we select only those people whom we believe in our best judgement would be responsible and congenial, Tour Managers, Representatives and Drivers. Although we firmly believe, based on personal interviews and certain disclosures made to us by our employees, that all of our employees enjoy excellent health, we, like other tour operators, are legally unable to confirm this in most, if not all, instances.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. BOOKING YOUR VACATION 1.1 In order to reserve your vacation, a deposit of US$200, per person per tour, or the full amount payable if booking is made within 45 days of departure, must be submitted to Contiki by you in respect of that vacation. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first installment of the vacation 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 non- transferable, non-refundable deposit of US$200 per person for the first tour booked and then a deposit of US$200 for second and subsequent tours booked which must be paid within 3 days of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled.

2. PAYING THE BALANCE 2.1 The balance of the vacation price must be paid by no later than 45 days before your scheduled vacation departure date which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki.

2.2 Air Payment: Payment in full for your airfare booked in conjunction with Contiki vacation is required at time of booking. Upon receipt of full air payment your airfare, tax and fuel surcharges are final. This will be regardless of any future price fluctuations.

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

2.4 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by us.

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

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

2.7 Travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to tour departure* (providing full payment has been received). All bookings are subject to an $8 per booking document delivery fee. However, if travel documents are required the next day or earlier than 21 days prior to departure* (providing full payment has been received), a fee of $35 per mailing will apply. Bookings made and/or payments received within 30 days of departure* incur a $35 per mailing document delivery fee. Any documents delivered outside the USA will incur a minimum fee of $50. The actual cost will be advised at time of booking.

3. IF YOU CANCEL 3.1 If notice of cancellation is received by Contiki 45 days prior to tour departure*, the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit will be retained along with the Travel Protection.

3.2 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing directly to Contiki.

3.3 The following scale of charges will apply when notice of cancellation is given after booking is confirmed: COACH TOURS (LAND ONLY) No. of days prior to Cancellation Fee tour departure* as a % of the total land price.

No. of days prior to Cancellation Fee Tour departure* as % of the total land fee 45 days or more: The non-refundable deposit 44-22 days: 25% of tour fare 21-8 days: 30% of tour fare 7-1 days: 50% of tour fare Day of departure*/No show: 100% Extra night hotel accommodations that are cancelled within 14 days of booked date will incur 100% cancellation fee, outside 14 days the following fees will be charged: 45-22 days 25% 21-15 days 30% AIR ARRANGEMENTS These cancellation charges apply for airline arrangements made by Contiki: Prior to Airline Ticketing service fee - $50 per person After Airline Ticketing service fee - $75 per person plus any airline imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the air ticket value.

3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after your tour or resort booking, such as pre and post accommodation and transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the tour 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 Please note that Contiki is not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from the air and land included package. * Please note: the departure date constitutes the date indicated on Contiki’s confirmation

4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to an alternative departure date or you wish to change to a different Contiki vacation, you may do so subject to availability and provided the new vacation date is also in this brochure.

4.2 A fee of US$30 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Any alterations risk the loss of air space or increased airfares. Name changes or corrections will be treated as a cancellation of air and all normal air cancellation fees will apply.

A change of tour date or tour itinerary within 45 days of tour departure will be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater value in which case a US$30 per person amendment fee will be charged.

5. VACATION DETAILS AND 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 Contiki’s vacations are specifically planned for those in the 18 through 35 age group. Consequently the facilities and activities on a Contiki tour are not appropriate to persons outside this age bracket. If you have a question regarding the age groups, you should discuss this thoroughly with Contiki staff personnel.

5.3 Contiki strives to provide a safe, enjoyable and memorable travel experience for all passengers. Contiki welcomes passengers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following: • Passengers are required to advise Contiki, in advance, of any physical, medical or other special needs that require accommodation.

• All guests must ensure they are medically and physically fit for travel. Contiki may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the tour. Contiki may also exclude an individual from participating in a tour 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 passenger 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 passenger’s expense. Contiki is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on tour, or for the quality of the care or services received.

• Passengers should be aware some tours include rough terrain, extensive walking over cobblestone streets, uneven pavement, steps and locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. During the tour, Contiki may make arrangements with carriers, hotels and other independent suppliers to provide travel services. These parties are independent entities over which Contiki has no control. Accommodations on international tours may differ from those in the United States. Contiki cannot guarantee disability access or accommodations for passengers traveling on international tours.

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

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

5.5 There may be times when the Contiki Tour Manager or Representative has to make a decision in your best interest or the best interests of their group.

You agree to comply with the authority and decisions of the appointed Contiki Tour Manager or Representative and the laws of the country in which you are traveling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Tour Manager’s or Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment and well being of other members on the tour or the smooth operation of the vacation itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the tour.

We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travelers and any Contiki Representative has the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well being or inappropriate behavior by you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously and may result in the immediate termination of your vacation. In either event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation and related costs and 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 and/or a Contiki Tour Manager as soon as it is discovered.

5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating organizations 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 vacation as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws.

5.8 You agree that our Contiki Tour Managers or Representatives may take photographs and films of you while you are on vacation and that these may be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs and/or films.

5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the vacation, you should inform the Contiki Representative during the course of the vacation and if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavors to do so during the vacation, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the vacation 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.

5.10.1 The agreement arising between the passenger and the Operators under this brochure and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed by the law of the State of California, City of Orange, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of any dispute between the parties.

5.10.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforcable 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 and enforcability of the other provisions shall not be affected.

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

6. INSURANCE Contiki highly suggests taking out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before you will be accepted on a Contiki vacation. With the insurance of BerkelyCare we are able to offer comprehensive travel insurance at group discount rates (see details on p.62). If you wish to have this valuable protection, please advise your Travel Agent to request the insurance and to include the cost of insurance when sending in your vacation deposit. Please note that there will be no travel insurance provided unless you request it from your Travel Agent and the payment is forwarded to Contiki. Complete details of the coverage limitations and exclusions are contained in the documents of insurance which will be included with your vacation invoice. Please check that the insurance covers all the activities that you are going to be participating in.

Some policies exclude certain adventure activities.

7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM In the event of your withdrawal from a vacation 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 tour.

8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE VACATION PRICE Airfares (unless you purchase a land+air package), air-related taxes and fees passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to tour managers, representatives, drivers and local guides, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, and optional excursions.

9. WEATHER CONDITIONS Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any vacation 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 and 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 authorized officer or director of Contiki.

1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating company. At any time and 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 and 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 passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international convention 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 and 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 and 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 and delay to passengers and luggage.

Enrollment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and 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 and other service providers are subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers.

Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. While 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 handicapped clients (see also 5.3 under Vacation 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 vacation 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.

1.7 The agreement arising between the passenger and the Operators under this brochure and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed by the law of The State of California, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of dispute between the parties.

1.8 In the case of computer or human billing error we reserve the right to reinvoice passenger with correct billings.

2. USTOA $1 MILLION TRAVELERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. Contiki Vacations shares the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program with affiliates of The Travel Corporation who, as an Active member of the USTOA is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Contiki Vacations customers in the unlikely event of The Travel Corporation bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by The Travel Corporation may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Contiki Vacations. Complete details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite 2014, New York, New York 10016, or by email to information@ustoa.com or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com 2. VALIDITY The programs advertised in this brochure are valid from July 2011 to December 2012.

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

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See more with Contiki For great value combine round the world flights with Contiki’s sweet deals so you can see more for less. Take advantage of great flight deals and our exceptional multi-tour savings & keep exploring. Heading to Australia or New Zealand? Book a round the world ticket & stop off on one of our Asia or South America trips on the way. Speak to your travel agent for details on round the world tickets & ways to see more with Contiki.

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Tel: (800) CONTIKI (800) 266 8454 Fax: (714) 935 2556 Web: contiki.com

By paying the US$200 deposit per person per tour to your travel agent, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the Booking Conditions as set out on p.63 which make up the contract between you and Contiki.

Administration Tel: (714) 935 0808 Fax: (714) 935 2556

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• Call Contiki at 1-800-CONTIKI, visit contiki.com or contact your local travel agent to confirm that there’s space on the tour you have chosen.

You can add a pre- or post-night to your Contiki tour (if available) at the same time.

• At the time of booking, you must pay a non-refundable deposit of US$200 per person for first tour and US$200 per person for second and subsequent tours which must be received by Contiki within 3 days. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent.

Groups & special interest tours If you’re looking for something completely different for a group of 25 or more, our Custom Groups Department in Europe, North America, Central America, South America, Asia, Australia and New Zealand have been helping those with specific group travel requirements for years!

School and University trips, performance groups, wine tours, culinary tours, ski tours, you name it we’ve done it.

From supplying competitive quotations to helping you plan the best itinerary right down to the last detail, our world-wide team of experts are able to arrange a custom designed vacation or incentive trip to meet the needs of your group. Tel: (866) 652 4483

• Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send you or your travel agent confirmation of the booking details.

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• The balance of the reservation must be received by Contiki no less than 45 days before the departure date, or at the time of booking if less than 45 days before departure. If payment is not received by Contiki, we will not be responsible for lost land and air reservations.

• Contiki will then send your travel documents and detailed information to you or your travel agent about your vacation.

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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. © Copyright 2011. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.

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