Contiki Holidays - South Pacific - 2009-2011 - USD

Australia & New Zealand 2009/11 Plus Hawaii & Fiji stopovers Tours for all budgets

From US$79/Day

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Ever thought there must be more to life?

Contiki, Australia & New Zealand

There is.

Think of 5 words:

Australia, New Zealand and Contiki Australia and New Zealand because they're packed with things to see, do and love. Contiki, because we're the people to help you see the world.

Meet people who are your age, on your wavelength, and share fantastic times traveling.

There's no better way to go!

We’ve been a family owned business since 1962. Contiki has led the way since day one, helping generations of travelers discover the world.

Adventure and passion – that’s the Contiki spirit. It’s what we stand for… and after traveling with us, you will too!

W For more go to contiki.com/contiki-experience

he best value You know the feeling when you’ve done something so incredible, you have to do it again? That’s Contiki.

That’s why people come from all over the globe to explore Australia & New Zealand with us.

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No younger. No older. Just everyone in between. Travel with us and you’ll meet people your age and build your global network. See, smell, taste and live Australia and New Zealand while sharing some incredible times together.

Are you ready?

We’ve done some hard bargaining across Australia and New Zealand so you get the best deals. You’ve probably already noticed that what others call ‘extras’ – to us, are all included as part of the package. You know exactly what you’re getting so you can plan to a tee (more on page 13). Other bonuses including modern coaches with power charging units, plus loads of included sightseeing.

Like the idea of traveling with your own personal travel guru? Our crew is trained to help you get the most from your vacation, from visiting the sights, to finding and doing things ‘off the itinerary’. Tap into their local knowledge and get the help and advice you need.

Trust us, they’ve made it through training ‘boot camp’ and know their stuff.

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Truth is, travel can be hard work. Like when it’s late and you’re lugging your backpack in the rain, up a crowded street, in a new city, looking for street signs while juggling a map. That’s not fun and it won’t happen with Contiki! We take the hard work out of your trip, so you can chalk up some seriously good times - everything a vacation should be.

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Why Contiki?

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want ‘me time’ We hear you. We know you want your own time to check things out, explore the back streets or chill out. Our trips have flexibility & free time every day.

There’s ‘Explore More’ optional activities (pages 8-9) that let you pick and mix.

Whether you’re into culture, adventure sports, music or food, we’re confident you’ll find something you can’t refuse.

After 47 years in the business, we have built up quite a reputation. We’re a member of Tour Operator Associations worldwide and we’re recognized globally for our reliability and quality. The company has grown and evolved, but that essential Contiki spirit is as strong as ever.

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There’s a lot to cover in these fantastic countries! We’ve created a way to show you the best by making our tours into ‘modules’. This means there are many flexible options to see exactly what you want, in your timeframe. Choose to travel an entire country with our Aussie Explorer and Grand Explorer, or if you’re short on time, choose any number of tour combinations (modules) from 3-28 days.

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Australia, New Zealand & Contiki Why Contiki?

Included highlights & sightseeing Explore More & optional activities Contiki crew What kind of vacation?

About contiki.com Traveling responsibly Real value. Cool deals.

Short breaks & stopover ideas Want to stay longer?

Want an unbeatable air deal?

Australia tours

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This is Australia Aussie Explorer Contrast Reef & Rock Ocean to Outback Bridge to Reef Reefs & Rainforests Beaches & Reefs Cairns Sunshine Trail Coast & Whitsundays Island & Rainforest Magical Tropics Rainforest Adventure City to Surf Sydney Explorer & New Years packages Diving packages Whitsundays Sailing Territory & Outback Alice & Kakadu Alice & Uluru

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New Zealand tours

Days

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This is New Zealand Grand Explorer Grand Adventurer Scenic Southern Northern Highlights Bay of Islands Sun & Steam Auckland Explorer Ski New Zealand

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Got a question?

The fine print How to book

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That’s what you’re after isn’t it? To explore the places you’ve seen in movies, read about in books and daydreamed of visiting! We call them Included Highlights and they’re a part of every Contiki itinerary, every day.

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Best of all, they’re built into the cost of your tour so you can score extra bang for your buck. Stuff like locally guided tours, some entrance fees, city tours, and organized evenings out are only some of what’s included. Follow the footprints for a bit more of what you’ll see…

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Want to explore more?

Sure there are tons of activities already included, but there's also plenty of ‘Free Time’ to create your own adventure ‘off the itinerary’.

Explore in more detail something you might have already seen, or chill out, relax and see where the back streets take you.

Try one of our many Explore More ‘Optional Activities’ that help turn a great trip into an unforgettable one.

Each activity has been handpicked based on past traveler feedback and we’ve negotiated great rates for you.

Whitewater rafting on Tully River

NB: It’s important your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities and be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding and therefore involve some risk.

Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge Champagne & sunset at Uluru Snorkel or dive the Great Barrier Reef 4WD Fraser Island’s beaches

Sail the Whitsunday Islands Ride a cablecar over the rainforest Hot air balloon at dawn Guided rainforest eco-hike

Aboriginal cultural experience Learn to surf Scenic flight over Kakadu Camel ride in the outback Cruise Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge

Camel ride

Ride a Harley in the Red Center Trip to white sand Whitehaven Beach Zorbing in Rotorua Lord of the Rings locations tour River boogie boarding

Heli-hike Fox Glacier Wine trail in Martinborough Maori Hangi feast & concert

Canyon swing in Queenstown Swim with the dolphins

Ski & board in the Southern Alps Party cruise on Lake Taupo Fastboat the ‘Hole in the Rock’

Scenic flight over Mt Cook Funyakking into ‘Paradise’ Rocks’n’Ropes adventure course

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Explore More Free Time Optionals

Bungee jumping

Scenic helicopter flight

Zorb ball

Surf lessons Skiing and snowboarding Jetboating

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W For a full listing of all Explore More Optional Activities and prices by tour – see contiki.com/ exploremore. You’ll also receive these details in your final documentation. More info on page 58.

“My brain is packed with travel knowledge, insider tips and great ideas you need, so you can make the most of your time”.

They have made it through training ‘boot camp’, and couldn’t be more qualified.

They love what they do - all adding up to an even better vacation for you!

“I always keep an eagle eye on things to help make your trip as hassle-free as possible.”

“I live, eat and breathe travel.

Careful, it’s catching!”

“Sure it’s a tour, but I like to keep it flexible and move things around to suit the group and the day. I’m here to make your trip the best it can be, and am always listening and ready to help.”

“Like to get a handle on the lingo? I’ll give you a few key words and phrases you need to mix in with the locals. Then it’s over to you to give it a try.”

“I look friendly, sound friendly and even wake up friendly. Not bad, eh? I’m also around your age and I’ve got a pretty good idea of the kind of fun you’re after.”

“TM’s come from round the country - nobody knows it better than a local.”

“Traveling with me is all about you having fun.

I’ll focus on keeping things organized and running smoothly, so you can enjoy your vacation.”

“There’s no tougher training in the travel industry than our intensive course and there’s a good reason why. Contiki makes sure that only the very best people make it through so that you benefit from having the cream of the crop.”

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“The other half of our dynamic duo - nobody knows the roads like our Drivers do. They handle all the driving stress while getting you where you want, near door to door, without having to lug your bags around.”

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Contiki crew & What kind of vacation are you after?

Meeting people your age from around the world

A comfortable hotel after a full day’s sightseeing

Plenty of meals included

Tour Managers full of local knowledge

Dive & snorkel a ‘Wonder of the World’

Chilling out in the wide, open spaces of the outback

Having interesting, unique places to stay

Learn all about indigenous culture

Staying close to the city action

Adrenaline pumping & action packed

Carving the ski slopes

Having plenty of free time to yourself

Meeting one-of-akind local characters

Hassle-free, near door-to-door transport

An affordable one

Whatever kind of trip you’re after, we’ve got it covered.

We have great itineraries that show you the best of Australia & New Zealand.

Our Australia tours cover the East Coast (Sydney to Cairns) plus the Northern Territory Top End and Red Center on pages 16-43.

New Zealand tours are on pages 44-57.

When you hit the road with us, you know you’re about to begin the trip of a lifetime!

Plus, you’ll feel even better knowing that traveling by coach emits less carbon emissions and other harmful greenhouse gases per passenger than most other forms of transport including cars, trains and planes! International air travel is key to getting you on the road to your world adventure and most airlines have options for you to carbon offset. Coach is by far the most carbon efficient way to travel around.

Contiki’s coach fleet is one of the best around and we regularly update it so that our engines remain fuel efficient and environmentally friendly.

We’re also founding partners of The Leading Travel Companies Conservation Foundation.

US$1 million is awarded annually to projects that protect the environment, help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism. In 2008, the Foundation helped protect three million hectares of Atlantic Forest in Brazil, supported indigenous sustainable tourism and funded wildlife research centers in Africa.

The foundation worked to preserve the important monuments and archaeological sites throughout Europe, like the sinking city of Venice. For more on the Foundation’s work see tltc.com/foundation

For the full story go to contiki.com/responsibletravel.

Bags packed & ready to go? Or starting to think about a trip?

Wherever you’re at with your travel plans, joining the online Contiki community will help. Connect with travelers who want to get out there and live the dream!

You’ll find advice and comments from past Contiki travelers to answer those little questions (and the big ones!)

There’s a good amount of pre-trip meeting going on, so you can find trip mates before you leave home.

What else can you find at contiki.com?

• Contiki photos & videos • Cool contests • The latest deals • More detailed itineraries, prices & Explore More activity options • Plus there’s Contikipedia… our very own wiki full of answers to Contiki questions written by our tour managers and past travelers • Sign up for our enewsletter to receive the latest exclusives

For more got to contiki.com

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We’ve done the math on doing a tour versus traveling on your own to three key destinations. And the results are in! Check the deals to find ways to cut your vacation costs even more.

Breakfast

Sightseeing

THE CONTIKI PRICE/DAY

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Save up to US$329 off the cost of your tour when you book and pay in full, 6 or 12 months before departing. Check the tour page for savings on the trip of your choice.

Multi-tour Discounts Book any two Contiki trips of ten days or longer, at the same time & get up to US$100 off the cost of the second tour.

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Auckland Sydney New Zealand Australia

Gold Coast Australia

NZ$15.50

A$18.50

A$18.00

Fully cooked breakfast at Stone Oven

Scrambled eggs, toast, coffee & juice at Adria café

Fully cooked breakfast, coffee & juice at Pancakes in Paradise

NZ$35.00

A$62.00

A$35.00

Explorer Bus Pass (not including entry to attractions)

AAT Kings Sydney morning city sights & Bondi tour

Adventure Duck land + water city sightseeing tour of the canals

NZ$80.00

A$55.00

A$40.00

(price of budget hotel twin share/room only)

at the Mercure Auckland Hotel

at Base Backpackers Sydney (double room with ensuite)

at Sleeping Inn (twin share with ensuite)

Day Travel Pass

N/A

A$16.00

A$18.00

Cityrail bus/train/ferry travel day pass

Multi zone day travel pass

NZ$42.00

A$30.00

A$28.00

at Wildfire Restaurant

at Una’s Restaurant

at George’s Paragon Seafood Restaurant

NZ$54.00

A$17.80

A$17.80

Based on Flexipass bus pass (30 hour pass averaging 5 hours/day on travel days)

Based on Greyhound Pass (Sydney-Cairns valid 45 days, traveling for 20 days)

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US$132/day US$145/day US$114/day Contiki’s AUS & NZ from US$79/day

*Prices & exchange rates validated at April 14th, 2009 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’s per day pricing is based on a Bay of Islands tour daily cost.

Group Savings MORE 4 save 5% Get four or more people to book at the same time on the same tour and take 5% off the cost per person.

SAVINGS 7 save 7.5% Book seven people traveling on the same vacation at the same time and score a 7.5% discount per person.

PERFECT 10 save 10% Round up a group of ten friends booking on the same tour at the same time and the 11th person travels free. Or everyone in your group gets 10% off. Whatever way you like it!

All discounts apply to the land tour price only.

More 4, Savings 7 and Perfect 10 can be combined on tours of 5 days or more (with the exception of dive packages).

Reverse Tours Save up to US$90 when you take a Contiki AUS or NZ tour in reverse from the brochured itinerary.

Reverse itineraries start from the northern cities of Darwin, Cairns and The Whitsundays.

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

Price Guarantee As soon as we receive your deposit, your tour price is guaranteed and only government action can change it. That’s even more reason to book & pay early! See page 59 for details.

US$20 Million Customer Protection As part of Contiki’s commitment to providing our customers with peace of mind and a secure travel experience, we have provided First Horizons Merchant services (our credit card processor), with a letter of credit of over US$20million to underwrite all credit card transactions that are placed with Contiki. Advance bookings with either Visa or Mastercard are covered by this commitment.

Single Traveler Savings When traveling alone, you may not want to incur the expense of a single room supplement, so why not share with fellow passengers of the same sex on a “quad room” basis (non-smoking only). It is an enjoyable way to travel, make new friends and stretch your vacation budget further.

W For more go to contiki.com/deals

City short breaks and stopover packages Contiki doesn’t only offer tours - we’ve got city short breaks and stopover packages too!

Want to stay longer?

Look up the start city of your tour below for departure point information about where your tour starts and how to get there. There are also details on how to extend your vacation and stay longer either before or after your tour (marked below as PRE & POST). 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 and contiki.com/departurepoints.

AUSTRALIA 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 and heated spa. Rooms are air-conditioned and have TV, direct dial telephone and tea/coffee making facilities.

Getting there: The All Seasons Oasis is 12 km (7 miles) from Alice Springs Airport. The Airport Shuttle Service meets all incoming flights and 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 9.00am: Territory & Outback, Alice & Uluru (AEAD version), Alice & Kakadu.

Start at 2.00pm: Alice & Uluru (AEDA version).

Stay longer rates: Quad: US$29 Twin US$45 Single US$80

Cairns

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Cairns Colonial Club Resort, 18-26 Cannon St., Manunda: Situated within 10 acres of tropical landscaped gardens, the resort is only 6kms from the center of Cairns. Features include 3 lagoon swimming pools, a tennis court, fitness center, 2 restaurants, 2 bars and a free bus service into town.

Getting there: The Cairns Colonial Club Resort is 6 km (4 miles) from Cairns International Airport.

The Colonial Club free shuttle meets most flights and is generally found adjacent to the baggage claim area. A taxi to the hotel is approx A$15.

Cairns Departures: Start at 7.30am: Reefs & Rainforests, Island & Rainforest, Rainforest Adventure.

Start at 12.00 noon: Beaches & Reefs, Cairns Sunshine Trail, Magical Tropics.

Stay longer rates: Quad: US$25 Twin US$49 Single US$95

Darwin Quality Frontier Darwin, 3 Buffalo Court, Darwin: Conveniently located, the Frontier Darwin’s rooms are all air-conditioned with TV’s and in-house movies. The hotel has a large swimming pool, restaurants, public bar and beer garden.

Getting there: The Quality Frontier Darwin is 6 km (4 miles) from Darwin International Airport.

Darwin Airport Shuttle Service meets all incoming flights and 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$35 Twin US$50 Single US$105

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 pool with beach area, heated spa and sauna, restaurant and bar.

Getting there: There are two airports servicing Surfers Paradise. Gold Coast airport is approx 22 km (14 miles) or 30 minutes drive south, and transfer shuttles cost approx A$18 one way.

Brisbane airport is approx 90 km (56 miles) or one and a half hours north, and 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 12 km taxi ride into Surfers Paradise.

Surfers Paradise Departures: Start at 5.00pm: Cairns Sunshine Trail.

Sydney The Chifley Potts Point, Corner Victoria Street and Darlinghurst Road, Potts Point: Ideally positioned in the heart of Potts Point and Kings Cross entertainment precincts with the Sydney CBD close by, the Chifley features a restaurant and bar. Rooms are air-conditioned, with ensuite bathrooms, tea & coffee making facilities, color TV and mini bar.

Getting there: The Chifley Potts Point is 16 km (10 miles) from Sydney International Airport.

Shuttle buses meet all incoming flights and 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 Chifley Potts Point is approx A$35.

Sydney Departures: Start at 7.00am: Reefs & Rainforests, Beaches & Reefs, Coast & Whitsundays, City to Surf, Contrast Reef & Rock, Aussie Explorer.

Start at 5.00pm (check in from 3.00pm): Ocean to Outback, Bridge to Reef, Sydney New Years Eve. Check in from 3.00pm: Sydney Explorer.

Stay longer rates: Triple: US$45 Twin US$49 Single US$99

Whitsundays Island Versions: Getting there: Our hotel is Daydream Island Resort. From Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) on Hamilton Island, Cruise Whitsundays and Fantasea Cruises meet 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$55. Alternatively, Whitsunday Transit Coaches meet all flights for a transfer to Shute Harbour

(approx A$15) where Fantasea Cruises provide a regular service to Daydream Island, approx A$29.

Start at 5.00pm at Daydream Island: Coast & Whitsundays, Island & Rainforests, Magical Tropics (Island stay versions).

Two night sailing versions: 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 Transit Coaches meet all flights for a transfer to Airlie Beach (approx A$15). Clients should call Pro Sail on 1800 810 116 or 07 4946 7533 if there are any problems.

Check in by 3pm at Airlie Beach: Coast & Whitsundays, Island & Rainforests, Magical Tropics (Sailing versions).

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 and tourist areas. Facilities include a brasserie-style restaurant and bar.

Getting there: The Mercure Hotel Auckland is 22km (14 miles) from Auckland International Airport.

The cheapest form of transport to and 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 transport 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$55 Single US$105

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 and nightlife. Amenities include a restaurant & bar.

Getting there: Bealey’s Hotel is 10km (6 miles) from Christchurch International Airport. The cheapest form of transport 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$35 Twin US$40 Single US$75

Queenstown Queenstown Lodge, Sainsbury Road, Fernhill Queenstown: The perfect place to explore the area with a great social atmosphere.

Getting there: Queenstown Lodge is 8km (5 miles) from Queenstown International Airport.

The cheapest transport to Queenstown lodge 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: 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 checkin desk, clients should wait near the front door and will easily see the coach arriving (it’s a very small airport). The cheapest transport from town to the airport is the Shopper Bus (approx NZ$6 pp) Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast): Twin US$40 Single US$70

Wellington Abel Tasman Hotel, 169 Willis Street, Wellington: Well located in the main shopping and business area and short walking distance to the waterfront and museums.

Getting there: The Abel Tasman Hotel is 10km (6 miles) from Wellington International Airport.

The cheapest form of transport from the airport is the orange Wellington Link bus situated just outside the terminal and to the right (approx NZ$5 pp). Get off at Courtney Place. Other forms of transport are shuttle vans (approx NZ$20 pp) or taxis (approx NZ$30).

Wellington Departures: Start at 7.30am: Scenic Southern (8 day option), Northern Highlights (6 day option).

Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast): Twin US$45 Single US$79

• Rates are per person per night including private facilities.

• Rooms are available in Australia for a maximum of 2 consecutive nights in Sydney & Cairns, and on request in all other properties. 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$30.

• Rates only apply to Contiki clients booking extra accommodation directly before and/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 and where necessary, we may provide an alternative on your arrival.

15 Contiki’s city short breaks are packages without a Tour Manager, but include a value-packed collection of extras, excursions & accommodation. See Sydney Explorer (p. 37) and Auckland Explorer (p. 56).

Stay Longer Stopovers

Break up the journey on your way to New Zealand and Australia, with one of our relaxing Fiji or Hawaii stopover options.

If you want to make your vacation last longer before or after your tour, we’ve got special hotel rates for you!

See opposite page.

Stopover ideas Fiji Islands

Hawaii

5 days – 2 islands from US$439

2 and 4 night packages in Honolulu from US$135

Contiki offers a 5 day/4 night package combining 2 nights at the Beachcomber Island Resort in the tranquil marine sanctuary of the beautiful Mamanuca Islands, and 2 nights at Mantaray Island Resort in the Yasawa Islands. With fantastic island feasts, a huge range of activities, nightly live music & entertainment and the friendliest people on the planet – these islands are the perfect mix of relaxation, culture and fun!

Contiki has 2 & 4 night packages at The Park Shore Waikiki in Honolulu on the beautiful Island of Oahu. It is situated across from Waikiki beach the hotel and minutes from an endless choice of shops and restaurants. Enjoy Hawaii’s perfect sunsets from the outdoor ocean view pool and sun deck – perfect for lounging! A short walk way is the Contiki Customer Service Center, our free concierge service to make your vacation hassle-free and direct you to the best action on the island.

Before & after

• An endless list of watersports like kayaking & snorkeling • Great party nights • Swimming with the Mantarays (seasonal) • Diving – introductory and certified courses available (Mantaray Resort only) • A visit to traditional Fijian villages

Contiki offers great rates on Viti Levu at the Fiji Mercure Hotel before or after your island vacation.

See below for pre and post accommodation pricing.

Prices are per person room only

Valid 7/1/09-3/31/11 Dorm Twin Single FIJI10 US$439 US$519 US$695

Valid 7/1/09-3/31/11 FIJME

Twin US$55

Single US$95

Contiki is a one-stop shop for your airfare and tour and can make your flight arrangements from almost anywhere in the US*.

Best prices

Great service

We guarantee to offer you the best airfare available to us on the day you book. We have great prices from some of the world’s top airlines.

Our specialists make sure the tour and flights work together perfectly.

We work with a range of major airline partners, meaning we can offer you the best airfares and flight departure times to suit you.

Single-2nts US$270 US$135

Twin-4nts US$270 US$68

Single-4nts US$540 US$135

Valid 12/22/09-3/31/10 (code HI3A 2 nts/H15A 4 nts) Twin-2nts US$165 Extra Night US$83

Single-2nts US$330 US$165

Twin-4nts US$330 US$83

Single-4nts US$660 US$165

Valid 4/1/10-12/21/10 (code HI3A 2 nts/H15A 4 nts)

Twin-2nts US$140 US$70

Single-2nts US$280 US$140

Twin-4nts US$280 US$70

Single-4nts US$560 US$140

Valid 12/22/10-3/21/11 (code HI3A 2 nts/H15A 4 nts) Twin-2nts US$170 Extra Night US$85

Single-2nts US$340 US$170

Twin-4nts US$340 US$85

Single-4nts US$680 US$170

Extra Night

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Lots of choice

Twin-2nts US$135 US$68

Extra Night

Fiji Mercure Hotel (pre and post accommodation)

Flexibility Contiki allows you a seven day grace period to make as many amendments as you need free of charge and lets you customize your itinerary to meet your travel needs**. There’s also flexible payment conditions – reserve your flight now and pay later when you pay for your tour***.

*All airfares are subject to availability **As long as you are booking outside of 45 days and air has not been ticketed ***Fuel surcharges and taxes on airfares are not guaranteed until full payment for air is received.

• Palm-fringed blue lagoons & waterfalls • Contiki concierge service

2 & 4 night package Valid 4/1/09-12/21/09 (code HI3A 2 nts/H15A 4 nts)

2 islands package Prices are per person & include 4 nights accommodation, 4 breakfasts & dinners, 5 lunches, round-trip transfer between airport & islands

• Great surfing beaches (lessons available) • Amazing shopping • Waikiki’s party hot spots

Fiji & Hawaii conditions: Stopovers 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.

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Package Highlights

Package Highlights

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Under the stars in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’ at Kings Creek Station In the heart of Uluru-Kata Tjuta or Kakadu National Parks In the outback in a traditional country homestead on a working cattle farm Right on the beachfront at our Surf Camp or Great Barrier Reef island resort Among the Daintree rainforest at an ecolodge or onboard a yacht surrounded by the blue water Whitsundays When in the cities, it’s quality, central hotels There’s more online at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

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Litchfield N.P

Mataranka

Gulf of Carpentaria

Daly Waters Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

3 CAIRNS

1 TENNANT CREEK

Tully

Great Barrier Reef Townsville

Devils Marbles Wycliffe Well

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Shute Harbour

3 WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island)

Airlie Beach Mackay Simpsons Gap

KINGS CANYON 1 The Olgas

2

QUEENSLAND

3 ALICE SPRINGS

COUNTRY 1 HOMESTEAD

ULURU

Capricorn Coast

2 FRASER ISLAND

Domestic Flights are included! (as marked on the map)

Noosa

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Currumbin Byron Bay

1 COFFS HARBOUR

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Darwin and save up to US$80.

Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES 1 PORT STEPHENS 1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

VICTORIA

Kings Canyon

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

PORT STEPHENS: Dolphin watching cruise & swimming COFFS HARBOUR: Surf lesson

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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 Chifley Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the free day exploring Sydney. Hotel Day 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (Port Stephens) Meet up with your Contiki crew, check out Sydney’s icons, & head north to Port Stephens & pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruise with the dolphins or try sandboarding. Resort (D) Sydney city tour See the Opera House & Harbour Bridge Visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for a panoramic view of Sydney Harbour Day 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs Harbour Continue up Australia’s famous ‘holiday coast’ to the beautiful beaches of Coffs Harbour where our Surf Camp & School has cabins located right on the beach. We’ll teach you how to surf on the best local waves. Surf Village (B,D) See the iconic ‘Big Banana’ Day 6: Coffs Harbour to Surfers Paradise Wander through the relaxed coastal town of Byron Bay with its organic lifestyle & artsy shops. Later, encounter native Aussie animals at Currumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B) Visit Cape Byron Visit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle a koala & see kangaroos, emus, crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils & more!

Visit Jupiter's Casino Day 7: Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise is the place to party in the ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf, adventure activities & more bars than you could ‘poke a stick at’! Hotel Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Fraser Island Explore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city with a laid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on to Noosa, a little beach resort blending the chic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D) Brisbane city tour Watch a fascinating cutting demonstration of Australia’s national gemstone, the opal Visit picturesque Noosa beach Day 9: Fraser Island Uncover World Heritage listed Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through its diverse ecology of rainforests, sandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Enjoy the eco-resort’s facilities Day 10: Fraser Island to Country Homestead Arrive at our homestead in the heart of Australia’s cattle country. Get a slice of the real Aussie country life & genuine local hospitality over a hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D) Farm tour to see the animals, including kangaroos Evening bonfire with music & a bar Day 11: Country Homestead to Whitsundays Pass through Mackay & its sugar cane fields en route to Airlie Beach. A quick ferry ride & you’ll find yourself on tropical Daydream Island. Resort (B,D) Cross the Tropic of Capricorn Rockhampton city tour Visit Airlie Beach, right on the water with a pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream Island

Days 11-13: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water for the next couple of days? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See page 39 for more info & the pricing box for costs.

There’s no twin or single-share available onboard the boat. (B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

Codes: ex Sydney:EXSX / ex Darwin:EXDX

Days 12-13: The Whitsundays Time to slow down, chill out, & catch some rays on the amazing white sand beaches. Get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B) (B) Enjoy great resort facilities See native birdlife & wallabies Day 14: Whitsundays to Cairns Further north, it’s Townsville, a happening city with both the coast & the outback.

Continue road-tripping along the spectacular Great Green Way via Tully to the everpopular travelers’ hub of Cairns. Resort (B) Townsville city tour See Magnetic Island from the Castle Hill overlook area in Townsville Cross the Tully River, home to Australia's best whitewater rafting Days 15-16: Cairns With a lush tropical setting, Cairns offers great restaurants, bars, markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife! It’s also the jumping off point for lots of activities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruise or whitewater rafting. Resort (B) Cairns city tour Day 17: Cairns to Alice Springs Chill in Cairns, then hop on a flight to Alice Springs & your ‘Territory’ adventure. Hotel Flight from Cairns to Alice Springs Day 18: Alice Springs Explore the Outback’s unofficial capital, ‘The Alice’, famous for its remote location. It is the national hub for Aboriginal art and is populated by Aussie characters. Hotel (B,D) Alice Springs city tour Visit ANZAC Hill memorial Learn about plants & animals of the Australian desert at The Desert Park Visit the important Aboriginal cultural site of Simpson’s Gap, home to the blackfooted wallaby Visit West MacDonnell National Park Day 19: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station Strike out West to rugged Kings Creek Station, a working camel station. Tonight do as the real Aussie 'bushies' do & sleep under the stars in a 'comfy swag'. Outback bush camp (B,D) Cross the Finke - the world’s oldest river Enjoy a unique experience at an overnight bush camp on a cattle & camel station See the desert night sky & stars Day 20: Kings Creek Station to Uluru Walk through one of the most spectacular sights in central Australia – Kings Canyon.

Then hit the road for the Yulara Resort & watch the sun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Lodge (B) Visit Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National Park Hike to the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole & the 'Lost City' See Mt. Connor, over 700 million years old Day 21: Uluru Watch shadows & changing colors at play as the sun rises over Australia’s famous Uluru.

Take a chance to walk up, on or around ’The Rock’. Then visit Kata Tjuta (The Olga’s) where each rock represents a person, an animal or food from the Aboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B) Entry to Uluru National Park (fee included) See Uluru up close at sunset & sunrise Visit the Uluru Cultural Center Hike the Valley of the Winds at The Olga's Day 22: Uluru to Alice Springs Take a pit stop at a fascinating institution in outback travel, the traditional Australian Roadhouse, on the return trip to Alice Springs. Hotel (B) Visit a traditional outback roadhouse Day 23: Alice Springs to Tennant Creek Choose to see the sunrise over the MacDonnell Ranges from a hot air balloon.

Tonight’s stay is in Tennant Creek surrounded by million-acre cattle stations & Aboriginal communities. Hotel (D) Visit the small art gallery in Ti Tree to see Aboriginal art & didgeridoos Maybe sight a UFO in Wycliffe Well

East Coast & Northern Territory

Visit the Devil’s Marbles rock formation Stay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outback town of Tennant Creek Day 24: Tennant Creek to Katherine Stop & ‘tip one back’ at the oldest pub in the Territory before dipping into the refreshing Mataranka Thermal Pools. Continue on to the lush river town of Katherine. Hotel (B) Visit Daly Waters - the famous outback pub Swim in the Mataranka thermal pools Visit Elsey - the historic ’We of the Never Never’ homestead Day 25: Katherine to Kakadu National Park Hike, walk, or take an optional boat trip for an up close experience with dramatic Katherine Gorge. Then it’s on to Kakadu National Park via Edith or Gunlom Falls. Hotel (B,D) Visit mighty Katherine Gorge & see the sheer rock walls & wildlife Day 26: Kakadu National Park Be stunned by the ecological ‘jewel’ of Kakadu and its variety of superb landscapes and wildlife. It has arguably Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art found at places like Nourlangie Rock. Hotel (B) Walk & see the Aboriginal rock art Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Center Wildlife cruise - see crocodiles Day 27: Kakadu National Park to Darwin Wind your way to Darwin, an exotic, diverse place that combines East & West & attracts people from all over the country. Tonight maybe try lucking out at the casino or go dancing & party the night away. Hotel (B) See the Cyclone Tracy museum display Day 28: Darwin to 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.

Then it’s back to Darwin where the tour ends & its time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) See the unique, huge termite mounds Litchfield’s rainforests & rock formations Enjoy a swim at Florence Falls

28 days Aussie Explorer 25 nights accommodation 19 breakfasts 2 lunches (sailing option) 9 dinners (island option) 10 dinners (sailing option) What’s included All as per itinerary

• 25 nights twin-share accommodation: 18 nights in hotels & resorts, two nights in a lodge, two nights in an eco-lodge, one night in a surf school village, one night in a country homestead & one night on an outback bush camp in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’. Sailing option: substitute two nights in resort with two nights on a yacht (see page 39) Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single share also available.

Outback bush camp & yacht quad/multishare only

When to go and how much Code: EXSD 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: EXDS 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA Sydney Darwin Only Sailing

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA Darwin Sydney Only Sailing

2009 JUL 9 AUG 6 SEP 3 OCT 1 OCT 29 NOV 26 DEC 24 2010 JAN 21 FEB 18 MAR 18 APR 15 MAY 13 JUN 10 JUL 8 AUG 5 SEP 2 SEP 30 OCT 28 NOV 25 DEC 23 2011 JAN 20 FEB 17

2009 JUL 12 AUG 9 SEP 6 OCT 4 NOV 1 NOV 29 DEC 27 2010 JAN 24 FEB 21 MAR 21 APR 18 MAY 16 JUN 13 JUL 11 AUG 8 SEP 5 OCT 3 OCT 31 NOV 28 DEC 26 2011 JAN 23 FEB 20

JUL 11 AUG 8 SEP 5 OCT 3 OCT 31 NOV 28 DEC 26

AUG 5 SEP 2 SEP 30 OCT 28 NOV 25 DEC 23 JAN 20

3395 3395 3395 3395 3395 3535 3535

3635 3635 3635 3635 3635 3775 3775

JAN 23 FEB 20 MAR 20 APR 17 MAY 15 JUN 12 JUL 10 AUG 7 SEP 4 OCT 2 OCT 30 NOV 27 DEC 25

FEB 17 MAR 17 APR 14 MAY 12 JUN 9 JUL 7 AUG 4 SEP 1 SEP 29 OCT 27 NOV 24 DEC 22 JAN 19

3535 3535 3535 3519 3519 3519 3495 3495 3495 3495 3495 3635 3635

3775 3775 3775 3759 3759 3759 3735 3735 3735 3735 3735 3875 3875

JAN 22 FEB 16 3635 3875 FEB 19 MAR 16 3635 3875

JUL 14 AUG 11 SEP 8 OCT 6 NOV 3 DEC 1 DEC 29

AUG 8 SEP 5 OCT 3 OCT 31 NOV 28 DEC 26 JAN 23

3315 3315 3315 3315 3455 3455 3455

3555 3555 3555 3555 3695 3695 3695

JAN 26 FEB 23 MAR 23 APR 20 MAY 18 JUN 15 JUL 13 AUG 10 SEP 7 OCT 5 NOV 2 NOV 30 DEC 28

FEB 20 MAR 20 APR 17 MAY 15 JUN 12 JUL 10 AUG 7 SEP 4 OCT 2 OCT 30 NOV 27 DEC 25 JAN 22

3455 3455 3455 3439 3439 3439 3415 3415 3415 3415 3555 3555 3555

3695 3695 3695 3679 3679 3679 3655 3655 3655 3655 3795 3795 3795

• 19 breakfasts (B) & nine dinners (D) Sailing option: 19 breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & 10 dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Flight from Cairns to Alice Springs (reverse for EXDS) • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges • More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation

JAN 25 FEB 19 3555 3795 FEB 22 MAR 19 3555 3795

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required. (Multi-share on sailing yacht) Prices are tour only (not including international airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

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

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$559 Tour only single supplement: US$1205 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$1080.

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

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$579 Tour only single supplement: US$1245 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$1120.

For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$329.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$165.

See page 13 for details.

FRASER ISLAND: Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch THE WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) CAIRNS: Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch…or stay dry with coral viewing by semi-submersib le ULURU: Take a ‘wild’ ride on a Harley Davidson around Uluru ALICE SPRINGS: Dawn hot air balloon flight over desert & the MacDonnell Range KAKADU NATIONAL PARK: Scenic flight over this World Heritage Listed area

17 Days Contrast Reef & Rock combining the East Coast & Northern Territory

Outback hike

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Gulf of Carpentaria Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

1 CAIRNS Great Barrier Reef

2 Shute Harbour Airlie Beach

WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island) Mackay

QUEENSLAND Simpsons Gap

1 ALICE SPRINGS The Olgas

2

COUNTRY 1 HOMESTEAD

ULURU

Capricorn Coast

2 FRASER ISLAND Noosa

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Domestic Flights are included! (as marked on the map)

Currumbin

Byron Bay

1 COFFS HARBOUR Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES 1 PORT STEPHENS 1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

VICTORIA

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

PORT STEPHENS: Sandboard & ‘surf’ down the sandunes SURFERS PARADISE: Dracula’s comedy cabaret show & dinner

17 Days Contrast Reef & Rock combining the East Coast & Northern Territory

Outback hike

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Gulf of Carpentaria Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

1 CAIRNS Great Barrier Reef

2 Shute Harbour Airlie Beach

WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island) Mackay

QUEENSLAND Simpsons Gap

1 ALICE SPRINGS The Olgas

2

COUNTRY 1 HOMESTEAD

ULURU

Capricorn Coast

2 FRASER ISLAND Noosa

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Domestic Flights are included! (as marked on the map)

Currumbin

Byron Bay

1 COFFS HARBOUR Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES 1 PORT STEPHENS 1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

VICTORIA

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

PORT STEPHENS: Sandboard & ‘surf’ down the sandunes SURFERS PARADISE: Dracula’s comedy cabaret show & dinner

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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 Chifley Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the free day exploring Sydney. Hotel Day 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (Port Stephens) Meet up with your Contiki crew & check out Sydney’s icons. Then head up north to the ‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens & pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruise with the dolphins or try sandboarding.

Resort (D) Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge Visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for a panoramic view of Sydney Harbour Day 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs Harbour Continue up Australia’s famous ‘holiday coast’ to the beautiful beaches of Coffs Harbour where our Surf Camp & School has cabins located right on the beach.

We'll teach you how to surf on the best local waves. Surf Village (B,D) See the iconic ‘Big Banana’ Day 6: Coffs Harbour to Surfers Paradise Wander through the relaxed, small coastal town of Byron Bay with its organic lifestyle, artsy shops & fantastic eateries. Later, encounter native Aussie animals at Currumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B) Visit Cape Byron - Australia's most easterly point Visit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle a koala & see kangaroos, emus, crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils & more!

Visit stunning Gold Coast beaches Visit Jupiter's Casino Day 7: Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise is the place to party in the ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf, adventure activities & more bars than you could 'poke a stick at'! Hotel Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Fraser Island Explore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city with a laid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on to Noosa, a little beach resort blending the chic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D) Brisbane city tour Watch a fascinating cutting demonstration of Australia’s national gemstone, the opal Visit picturesque Noosa beach Day 9: Fraser Island Take a full day to uncover World Heritage listed Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through its diverse ecology of rainforests, towering sandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Stay in the eco-village & enjoy the resort facilities Day 10: Fraser Island to Country Homestead A bit further north & find yourself at our homestead in the heart of Australia’s cattle country. Get a slice of the real Aussie country life & genuine Aussie hospitality over a hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D)

Farm tour to see the animals, including kangaroos Enjoy this evening’s activities with music, a bar & a bonfire Day 11: Country Homestead to the Whitsundays Pass through Mackay & its sugar cane fields en route to Airlie Beach - gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride & you’ll find yourself on tropical Daydream Island. Resort (B,D) Cross the Tropic of Capricorn Rockhampton city tour Visit Airlie Beach, right on the water with a pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream Island Day 12: The Whitsundays Time to slow down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sand beaches.

Get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B) Enjoy great resort facilities like the day spa See native birdlife & wallabies Day 13: The Whitsundays to Cairns Catch a quick flight & head north to the ever-popular travelers’ hub of Cairns – home to plenty of action & the worldfamous Great Barrier Reef.

Resort (B) Flight from The Whitsundays to Cairns Day 14: Cairns to Uluru (Ayers Rock) Hop on another plane & this time see the contrast as you fly from the 'blue & green' of the coast to the 'red' of the outback at Yulara Resort. Lodge (B) Flight from Cairns to Uluru Day 15: Uluru Watch shadows & changing colors at play as the sun rises over Australia’s famous icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up, on or around ’The Rock’. Then visit Kata Tjuta (The Olga’s) where each rock represents a person, an animal or food from the Aboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B) Entry to Uluru National Park (fee included) See Uluru up close at sunset & sunrise Visit the Uluru Cultural Center Hike the Valley of the Winds at Kata Tjuta (The Olga's) Day 16: Uluru to Alice Springs Take a pit stop at a fascinating institution in outback travel, the traditional Australian Roadhouse, on the return trip to Alice Springs. Hotel (B) Visit a traditional outback roadhouse Day 17: Alice Springs 'Explore the Outback's unofficial capital 'The Alice', famous for its remote location.

It is the national hub for Aboriginal art and is populated by Aussie characters.

Alice Springs city tour Visit ANZAC Hill memorial Visit the important Aboriginal cultural site of Simpson’s Gap, home to the blackfooted wallaby Visit West MacDonnell National Park Please note: Itinerary may change slightly depending on flight schedules.

Stay Longer See page 14 for great rates to extend your vacation.

East Coast & Northern Territory

17 days Contrast Reef & Rock

Langmorn Station

14 nights accommodation 10 breakfasts 5 dinners What’s included All as per itinerary

• 14 nights twin-share accommodation: eight nights in hotels & resorts, two nights in a lodge, two nights in an eco-lodge, one night in a surf school village & one night in a country homestead Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single share also available.

Great Barrier Reef

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • 10 breakfasts (B) & five dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Flights from Whitsundays to Cairns & Cairns to Uluru • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

4 wheel driving, Fraser Island

When to go and how much Code: RRSA 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$ Depart USA 2009 JUL 9 AUG 6 SEP 3 OCT 1 OCT 29 NOV 26 DEC 24 2010 JAN 21 FEB 18 MAR 18 APR 15

Start Sydney

Finish Tour A.springs Only

JUL 11 AUG 8 SEP 5 OCT 3 OCT 31 NOV 28 DEC 26

JUL 25 AUG 22 SEP 19 OCT 17 NOV 14 DEC 12 JAN 9

2565 2565 2565 2565 2565 2675 2675

JAN 23 FEB 20 MAR 20 APR 17

FEB 6 MAR 6 APR 3 MAY 1

2675 2675 2675 2665

Depart USA 2010 MAY 13 JUN 10 JUL 8 AUG 5 SEP 2 SEP 30 OCT 28 NOV 25 DEC 23 2011 JAN 20 FEB 17

Start Sydney

Finish Tour A.springs Only

MAY 15 JUN 12 JUL 10 AUG 7 SEP 4 OCT 2 OCT 30 NOV 27 DEC 25

MAY 29 JUN 26 JUL 24 AUG 21 SEP 18 OCT 16 NOV 13 DEC 11 JAN 8

2665 2665 2639 2639 2639 2639 2639 2755 2755

JAN 22 FEB 19

FEB 5 MAR 5

2755 2755

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including international airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

RRSA: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am and Day 17 end Alice Springs 12:00noon.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$335 Tour only single supplement: US$725 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

Uluru

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$259.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$129.

See page 13 for details.

SURFERS PARADISE: ‘Bushwacker’ guided National Park rainforest walk & lunch COFFS HARBOUR: Surf lesson FRASER ISLAND: Locally guided 4WD trip across the island WHITSUNDAYS: Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch…or stay dry with coral viewing by semi-submersible ALICE SPRINGS: Dawn hot air balloon flight over desert KINGS CANYON: Scenic helicopter flight over the Canyon ULURU: Take a ‘wild’ ride on a Harley Davidson around Uluru - Champagne sunset & snacks

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17 Days

East Coast & Northern Territory

14 nights accommodation 10 breakfasts 4 dinners What’s included All as per itinerary

• 14 nights twin-share accommodation: 11 nights in hotels & resorts, two nights in a lodge & one night on an outback bush camp in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’ Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single share also available.

Outback bush camp quad/multi-share only

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • 10 breakfasts (B) & four dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Contiki Representative • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Flights & transfers from Sydney to Whitsundays & Cairns to Alice Springs • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

3 CAIRNS Great Barrier Reef

WHITSUNDAYS KINGS Simpsons (Daydream Island) CANYON Gap 1 The 2 ALICE QUEENSLAND Olgas 2 SPRINGS ULURU

3

59 ays 17 D US$23ay from$158/D US

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

ded inclu ly hts r on g u li f o T estic Dom

NEW SOUTH WALES

Great Australian Bight

3 SYDNEY VICTORIA

Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

When to go and how much

Itinerary and included sightseeing

Code: OOUI 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

2009 JUL 14 AUG 11 SEP 8 OCT 6 NOV 3 DEC 1 2010 JAN 26 FEB 23 MAR 23 APR 20

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$245.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$119.

See page 13 for details.

combining the East Coast & Northern Territory

Gulf of Carpentaria

Depart USA

Domestic Flights are Included! (as marked on the map)

Ocean to Outback

Tjapukai Aboriginal Park

Start Sydney

Finish Uluru

Tour Only

JUL 16 AUG 13 SEP 10 OCT 8 NOV 5 DEC 3

JUL 30 AUG 27 SEP 24 OCT 22 NOV 19 DEC 17

2359 2359 2359 2359 2465 2465

JAN 28 FEB 25 MAR 25 APR 22

FEB 11 MAR 11 APR 8 MAY 6

2465 2465 2465 2455

Depart USA 2010 MAY 18 JUN 15 JUL 13 AUG 10 SEP 7 OCT 5 NOV 2 NOV 30 2011 JAN 25 FEB 22

Start Sydney

Finish Uluru

Tour Only

MAY 20 JUN 17 JUL 15 AUG 12 SEP 9 OCT 7 NOV 4 DEC 2

JUN 3 JUL 1 JUL 29 AUG 26 SEP 23 OCT 21 NOV 18 DEC 16

2455 2455 2429 2429 2429 2429 2535 2535

JAN 27 FEB 24

FEB 10 MAR 10

2535 2535

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including international airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

OOUI: Day 3 Start Sydney 5:00pm and Day 17 end Uluru 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$329 Tour only single supplement: US$750 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

Days 1-11: Depart USA. Arrive Sydney.

Sydney to Cairns Refer to Bridge to Reef itinerary & included sightseeing described on page 23.

Day 12: Cairns to Alice Springs Chill in Cairns, then hop on a flight to Alice Springs & your ‘Territory’ adventure. Hotel Cairns sightseeing tour Flight from Cairns to Alice Springs Day 13: Alice Springs 'Explore the Outback's unofficial capital 'The Alice', famous for its remote location.

It is the national hub for Aboriginal art and is populated by Aussie characters.

Hotel (B,D) Alice Springs town tour Visit ANZAC Hill memorial Visit Alice Springs Desert Park & learn about plants & animals found across the Central Australian desert Visit the important Aboriginal cultural site of Simpson’s Gap, home to the blackfooted wallaby Visit West MacDonnell National Park Day 14: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station Strike out West to rugged Kings Creek Station, a working camel station. Tonight do as the real Aussie 'bushies' do & sleep under the stars in a 'comfy swag'.

Outback bush camp (B,D) Cross the Finke - the world’s oldest river Enjoy a unique experience at an overnight bush camp on a cattle & camel station See the desert night sky & stars

Day 15: Kings Creek Station to Uluru Walk through one of the most spectacular sights in central Australia – Kings Canyon.

Then hit the road for the Yulara Resort & watch the sun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock).

Lodge (B) Visit Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National Park Hike to the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole & the 'Lost City' See Mt. Connor, over 700 million years old Day 16: Uluru Watch shadows & changing colors at play as the sun rises over Australia’s famous icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up, on or around ’The Rock’. Then visit Kata Tjuta (The Olga’s) where each rock represents a person, an animal or food from the Aboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B) Entry to Uluru National Park (fee included) See Uluru up close at sunset & sunrise Visit the Uluru Cultural Center Hike the Valley of the Winds at Kata Tjuta (The Olga's) Day 17: Uluru The tour ends after breakfast in Uluru & it's time to say farewell to your new friends. Or space permitting, catch a free transfer back to Alice Springs (arrive at approximately 6:00pm). (B)

Stay Longer See page 14 for great rates to extend your vacation.

All activities listed on page 23 for Bridge to Reef as well as these activities below: ALICE SPRINGS: Learn from Aboriginal people about their lifestyle and beliefs on a ‘Dreamtime Bushtucker’ experience - Dawn hot air balloon flight over desert & the MacDonnell Range ULURU: Take a ‘wild’ ride on a Harley Davidson around Uluru - Champagne sunset & snacks

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17 days Ocean to Outback

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13 Days Bridge to Reef

East Coast

13 days Bridge to Reef

Whitehaven Beach

Gulf of Carpentaria

15 ays 13 D US$14ay from$129/D US

10 nights accommodation 5 breakfasts 2 dinners

Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

4 CAIRNS Great Barrier Reef

WHITSUNDAYS

What’s included

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single share also available.

NEW SOUTH WALES

Great Australian Bight

3 SYDNEY VICTORIA

Sydney Harbour Bridge

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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-in to the Chifley Potts Point Hotel, then head out to spend the afternoon exploring Sydney. This evening meet up with your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travelers for dinner and a night on the town. Hotel (D) Days 4-5: Sydney Take in Sydney’s amazing icons on a guided sightseeing tour & harbor cruise.

Then hit the streets & see this dazzling city for yourself. The beaches are at the city’s doorstep, the cafés buzz & the nightlife rocks! Venture out of Sydney for a fun day trip to the famous Hunter Valley vineyards or picturesque Blue Mountains. Hotel City sightseeing tour to visit the Sydney Opera House, historic Rocks area & Harbour Bridge Cruise on one of the most beautiful harbors in the world - Sydney Harbour Day 6: Sydney to The Whitsundays Enjoy Sydney for one last morning at some of the great museums or ‘flex the plastic’ while shopping. Then hop on a flight & head to the tropical Whitsundays where you’ll find Daydream Island.

Resort (B,D) Flight from Sydney to The Whitsundays Boat trip from the mainland to Daydream Island

Days 7-8: The Whitsundays Time to slow down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sand beaches.

Get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B)(B) Enjoy great resort facilities See native birdlife & wallabies Day 9: The Whitsundays to Cairns Head north to the ever-popular travelers’ hub of Cairns – home to plenty of action & the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. Resort (B) Note: Today we may substitute the coach travel along the coast with a flight from the Whitsundays to Cairns. When we do this the flight is included in the prices shown.

Days 10-11: Cairns With a lush tropical setting, Cairns has so much to offer – great restaurants, bars, markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!

It’s also the jumping off point for lots of activities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruise or whitewater rafting. Resort (B) Cairns city tour Day 12: Cairns Spend a fascinating morning experiencing Aboriginal culture at Australia’s most awarded attraction - Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Then return to Cairns for free time. Resort Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center to experience native dancing, see spear throwing, & learn how to throw a boomerang.

Day 13: Finish Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

When to go and how much

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Five breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Contiki Representative • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Flight & transfers from Sydney to Whitsundays • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Code: BRRI 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$ Depart USA 2009 JUL 14 AUG 11 SEP 8 OCT 6 NOV 3 DEC 1 2010 JAN 26 FEB 23 MAR 23 APR 20

Start Sydney

Finish Cairns

Tour Only

JUL 16 AUG 13 SEP 10 OCT 8 NOV 5 DEC 3

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

1415 1415 1415 1415 1469 1469

JAN 28 FEB 25 MAR 25 APR 22

FEB 7 MAR 7 APR 4 MAY 2

1469 1469 1469 1465

Depart USA 2010 MAY 18 JUN 15 JUL 13 AUG 10 SEP 7 OCT 5 NOV 2 NOV 30 2011 JAN 25 FEB 22

Start Sydney

Finish Cairns

Tour Only

MAY 20 JUN 17 JUL 15 AUG 12 SEP 9 OCT 7 NOV 4 DEC 2

MAY 30 JUN 27 JUL 25 AUG 22 SEP 19 OCT 17 NOV 14 DEC 12

1465 1465 1455 1455 1455 1455 1509 1509

JAN 27 FEB 24

FEB 6 MAR 6

1509 1509

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including international airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

BRRI: Day 3 Start Sydney 5:00pm and Day 13 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$245 Tour only single supplement: US$559 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

Domestic flights are included! (as marked on the map)

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$145.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$75.

See page 13 for details.

SYDNEY: Climb Sydney’s most famous icon, The Harbour Bridge - Adrenaline-pumping harbor jet boat ride WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) CAIRNS: Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch - Whitewater raft the mighty Tully River - Tandem skydive - Bungee jump with panoramic views of the rainforest

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Outer Barrier Reef daytrip

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Mossman Gorge Kuranda

2 CAPE TRIBULATION Port Douglas

Coral Sea

4 CAIRNS Tully

Great Barrier Reef Townsville

3 Shute Harbour Airlie Beach

WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island) Mackay

NORTHERN TERRITORY

QUEENSLAND COUNTRY 1 HOMESTEAD

Capricorn Coast

2 FRASER ISLAND Noosa

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Sydney and save up to US$90.

Currumbin Byron Bay

1 COFFS HARBOUR Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES 1 PORT STEPHENS 1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

VICTORIA

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

CAIRNS: Whitewater raft the mighty Tully River - Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch

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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 Cairns Colonial Club Resort with the rest of the day at leisure to explore Cairns. Resort Day 4: Cairns to Cape Tribulation Meet up with your Contiki Crew & head to Port Douglas, a 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 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. Take a dip in a refreshing swimming hole before heading back to Cape Tribulation. It’s a unique area where two of Australia’s most significant World Heritage sites meet, the Great Barrier Reef & the wet tropics. Resort (B) Learn about unique Daintree flora & fauna on a board walk Listen to Aboriginal legends about the area Day 6: Cape Tribulation to Cairns Learn about the fascinating indigenous Aboriginal culture. Then it’s back to Cairns for the evening. Resort (B) Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center to experience native dancing, see spear throwing, & learn how to throw a boomerang.

Days 7-8: Cairns With a lush tropical setting, Cairns has so much to offer – great restaurants, bars, markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!

It’s also the jumping off point for activities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruise or whitewater rafting. Resort Cairns city tour Day 9: Cairns to the Whitsundays Pass through Tully & Townsville en route to Airlie Beach - gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride & you’ll find yourself on pretty Daydream Island. Resort (B,D) Cross the Tully River, home to Australia's best whitewater rafting (optional activity) Townsville city tour Visit Airlie Beach with a pumping bar & cafe scene Days 10-11: The Whitsundays Time to slow down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sand beaches.

Get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B) (B) See native birdlife & wallabies Enjoy great resort facilities

Days 9-11: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water for the next couple of days? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See page 39 for more info & the pricing box for costs. There’s no twin or single-share available onboard the boat.

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

Codes: ex Cairns:BWCW / ex Sydney:BWSW

Day 12: The Whitsundays to Country Homestead Pass through Mackay & its sugar cane fields on your way to our homestead in the heart of Australia’s cattle country. Get a slice of the real country life & genuine Aussie hospitality over a hearty meal.

Country Homestead (B,D) Cross the Tropic of Capricorn Rockhampton city tour Farm tour to see the animals, including kangaroos Day 13: Country Homestead to Fraser Island Head back out to the coast, catch a ferry, & touch down on the natural wonder of Fraser Island. Eco Lodge (B,D) Day 14: Fraser Island Take a full day to uncover World Heritage listed Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through its diverse ecology of rainforests, towering sandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Enjoy the eco-resort’s facilities Day 15: Fraser Island to Surfers Paradise Back to the mainland, it’s on to Noosa, a little beach resort blending the chic with surf culture. After lunch, explore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city with a laid-back attitude before arriving in Surfers Paradise.

Hotel (B) Visit picturesque Noosa beach Brisbane city tour Watch a fascinating cutting demonstration of Australia’s national gemstone, the opal Try your luck at Jupiter's Casino Day 16: Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise is the place to party in the ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf, adventure activities & more bars than you could 'poke a stick at' Hotel Day 17: Surfers Paradise to Coffs Harbour Encounter native Aussie animals at Currumbin Sanctuary before wandering through the artsy, coastal town of Byron Bay. Then continue down Australia’s famous ‘holiday coast’ to the beautiful beaches of Coffs Harbour where our Surf Camp & School has cabins located right on the beach. Surf Village (B,D) Visit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle a koala & see kangaroos, emus, crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils & more!

Visit Cape Byron - Australia's most easterly point Day 18: Coffs Harbour to Shoal Bay (Port Stephens) This morning we’ll teach you how to surf on the best local waves. Then head to the ‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens & pristine Shoal Bay. Resort (B,D) See the iconic ‘Big Banana’ Day 19: Shoal Bay to Sydney After taking a chance to cruise with the dolphins or trying out sandboarding in Port Stephens, finish up the day by checking out Sydney’s icons. Hotel (B) Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge Visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for a panoramic view of Sydney Harbour Day 20: Sydney Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

East Coast Whitewater rafting

When to go and how much Code: BWCS 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: BWSC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart Start USA Cairns

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA Sydney Cairns Only Sailing

2009 JUN 29 JUL 20 JUL 27 AUG 7 AUG 17 AUG 24 SEP 4 SEP 14 SEP 21 OCT 2 OCT 12 OCT 19 OCT 30 NOV 9 NOV 16 NOV 27 DEC 7 DEC 14 DEC 25 2010 JAN 4 JAN 10 JAN 22 FEB 1 FEB 8 FEB 22 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 15 MAR 22 MAR 29 APR 5 APR 16 APR 26 MAY 3 MAY 24 MAY 31 JUN 21 JUN 28 JUL 19 JUL 26 AUG 6 AUG 16 AUG 23 SEP 3 SEP 13 SEP 20 OCT 1 OCT 11 OCT 18 OCT 29 NOV 8 NOV 15 NOV 26 DEC 6 DEC 13 DEC 24 2011 JAN 3 JAN 10 JAN 21 JAN 31 FEB 7 FEB 21 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14

Finish Tour Tour & Sydney Only Sailing

JUL 1 JUL 22 JUL 29 AUG 9 AUG 19 AUG 26 SEP 6 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 4 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 1 NOV 11 NOV 18 NOV 29 DEC 9 DEC 16 DEC 27

JUL 18 AUG 8 AUG 15 AUG 26 SEP 5 SEP 12 SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 10 OCT 21 OCT 31 NOV 7 NOV 18 NOV 28 DEC 5 DEC 16 DEC 26 JAN 2 JAN 13

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JAN 23 JAN 29 FEB 10 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 13 MAR 20 MAR 27 APR 3 APR 10 APR 17 APR 24 MAY 5 MAY 15 MAY 22 JUN 12 JUN 19 JUL 10 JUL 17 AUG 7 AUG 14 AUG 25 SEP 4 SEP 11 SEP 22 OCT 2 OCT 9 OCT 20 OCT 30 NOV 6 NOV 17 NOV 27 DEC 4 DEC 15 DEC 25 JAN 1 JAN 12

2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2075 2075 2075 2075 2075 2075 2075 2075 2075 2075 2075 2075 2159 2159 2159 2159 2209 2159

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JAN 5 JAN 12 JAN 23 FEB 2 FEB 9 FEB 23 MAR 2 MAR 9 MAR 16

JAN 22 JAN 29 FEB 9 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2

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2009 JUL 9 JUL 16 JUL 27 AUG 6 AUG 13 AUG 24 SEP 3 SEP 10 SEP 21 OCT 1 OCT 8 OCT 19 OCT 29 NOV 5 NOV 16 NOV 26 DEC 3 DEC 14 DEC 24 DEC 30 2010 JAN 11 JAN 21 JAN 28 FEB 11 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18 MAR 25 APR 5 APR 15 APR 22 MAY 13 MAY 20 JUN 10 JUN 17 JUL 8 JUL 15 JUL 26 AUG 5 AUG 12 AUG 23 SEP 2 SEP 9 SEP 20 SEP 30 OCT 7 OCT 18 OCT 28 NOV 4 NOV 15 NOV 25 DEC 2 DEC 13 DEC 23 DEC 30 2011 JAN 10 JAN 20 JAN 27 FEB 10 FEB 17 FEB 24 MAR 3

JUL 11 JUL 18 JUL 29 AUG 8 AUG 15 AUG 26 SEP 5 SEP 12 SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 10 OCT 21 OCT 31 NOV 7 NOV 18 NOV 28 DEC 5 DEC 16 DEC 26 JAN 1

JUL 28 AUG 4 AUG 15 AUG 25 SEP 1 SEP 12 SEP 22 SEP 29 OCT 10 OCT 20 OCT 27 NOV 7 NOV 17 NOV 24 DEC 5 DEC 15 DEC 22 JAN 2 JAN 12 JAN 18

2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2185 2185 2185 2185 2185 2185 2235

2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2475

JAN 13 JAN 23 JAN 30 FEB 13 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13 MAR 20 MAR 27 APR 7 APR 17 APR 24 MAY 15 MAY 22 JUN 12 JUN 19 JUL 10 JUL 17 JUL 28 AUG 7 AUG 14 AUG 25 SEP 4 SEP 11 SEP 22 OCT 2 OCT 9 OCT 20 OCT 30 NOV 6 NOV 17 NOV 27 DEC 4 DEC 15 DEC 25 JAN 1

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

2185 2185 2185 2185 2185 2185 2185 2185 2185 2185 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2165 2249 2249 2249 2249 2249 2299 2299

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JAN 12 JAN 22 JAN 29 FEB 12 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 5

JAN 29 FEB 8 FEB 15 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 15 MAR 22

2249 2249 2249 2249 2249 2249 2249

2489 2489 2489 2489 2489 2489 2489

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required. (Multi-share on sailing yacht) Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

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

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$409 Tour only single supplement: US$925 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$800.

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

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$409 Tour only single supplement: US$925 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$800.

For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

20 days Reefs & Rainforests 17 nights accommodation 11 breakfasts 2 lunches (sailing option) 6 dinners (island option) 7 dinners (sailing option) What’s included All as per itinerary

• 17 nights twin-share accommodation: three nights in hotels, 10 nights in resorts, two nights in an eco-lodge, one night in a surf school village & one night in a country homestead Sailing option: substitute two nights in resort with two nights on a yacht (see page 39) Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Yacht quad/multi-share only

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • 11 breakfasts (B) & six dinners (D) Sailing option: 11 breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & seven dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Rainforest adventure on days four & five • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Byron Bay

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$199.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$99.

See page 13 for details.

WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) SURFERS PARADISE: ‘Bushwacker’ guided National Park rainforest walk & lunch FRASER ISLAND: Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch COFFS HARBOUR: Surf lesson PORT STEPHENS: Dolphin watching cruise & swimming

18 Days Beaches & Reefs

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Coral Sea

4 CAIRNS Tully

Great Barrier Reef Townsville

3 Shute Harbour Airlie Beach

WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island) Mackay

NORTHERN TERRITORY

QUEENSLAND COUNTRY 1 HOMESTEAD

Capricorn Coast

2 FRASER ISLAND Noosa

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Cairns and save up to US$75.

Currumbin Byron Bay

1 COFFS HARBOUR Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES 1 PORT STEPHENS 1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

VICTORIA

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

PORT STEPHENS: Sandboard & ‘surf’ down the sandunes SYDNEY: Climb Sydney’s most famous icon, The Harbour Bridge (tours finishing Sydney)

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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 Chifley Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the free day exploring Sydney. Hotel Day 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (Port Stephens) Meet up with your Contiki crew & check out Sydney’s icons. Then head up north to the ‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens & pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruise with the dolphins or try sandboarding. Resort (D) Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge Visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for a panoramic view of Sydney Harbour Day 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs Harbour Continue up Australia’s famous ‘holiday coast’ to the beautiful beaches of Coffs Harbour where our Surf Camp & School has cabins located right on the beach.

We'll teach you how to surf on the best local waves. Surf Village (B,D) See the iconic ‘Big Banana’ Day 6: Coffs Harbour to Surfers Paradise Wander through the relaxed, small coastal town of Byron Bay with its organic lifestyle, artsy shops & fantastic eateries. Later, encounter native Aussie animals at Currumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B) Visit Cape Byron - Australia's most easterly point Visit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle a koala & see kangaroos, emus, crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils & more!

Visit stunning Gold Coast beaches Visit Jupiter's Casino Day 7: Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise is the place to party in the ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf, adventure activities & more bars than you could 'poke a stick at'! Hotel Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Fraser Island Explore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city with a laid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on to Noosa, a little beach resort blending the chic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D) Brisbane city tour Watch a fascinating cutting demonstration of Australia’s national gemstone, the opal Visit picturesque Noosa beach Day 9: Fraser Island Take a full day to uncover World Heritage listed Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through its diverse ecology of rainforests, towering sandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Stay in the eco-village & enjoy the resort facilities Day 10: Fraser Island to Country Homestead A bit further north & find yourself at our homestead in the heart of Australia’s cattle country. Get a slice of the real Aussie country life & genuine Aussie hospitality over a hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D) Farm tour to see the animals, including kangaroos Enjoy this evening’s activities with music, a bar & a bonfire

Day 11: Country Homestead to the Whitsundays Pass through Mackay & its sugar cane fields en route to Airlie Beach - gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride & you’ll find yourself on tropical Daydream Island. Resort (B,D) Cross the Tropic of Capricorn Rockhampton city tour Visit Airlie Beach, right on the water with a pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream Island Days 12-13: The Whitsundays Time to slow down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sand beaches.

Get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B)(B) Enjoy great resort facilities See native birdlife & wallabies

Days 11-13: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water for the next couple of days? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See page 39 for more info & the pricing box for costs. There’s no twin or single-share available onboard the boat.

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

Codes: ex Sydney:BRSW / ex Cairns:BRCW

Day 14: The Whitsundays to Cairns Further north, it's Townsville, a happening city with both the coast & the Outback.

Continue road-tripping along the spectacular Great Green Way via Tully to the everpopular travelers’ hub of Cairns. Resort (B) Townsville city tour View Magnetic Island, an unspoiled national park, from Townsville Cross the Tully River, home to Australia's best whitewater rafting Days 15-16: Cairns With a lush tropical setting, Cairns has so much to offer – great restaurants, bars, markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!

It’s also the jumping off point for lots of activities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruise or whitewater rafting. Resort (B) Cairns city tour Day 17: Cairns Visit Tjapukai to learn about fascinating & ancient Aboriginal culture. Then return to Cairns for free time. Resort Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center to experience native dancing, see spear throwing, & learn how to throw a boomerang.

Day 18: Finish Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

Tjapukai Cultural Park

East Coast Tandem skydiving

18 days Beaches & Reefs

When to go and how much Code: BRSC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: BRCS 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA Sydney Cairns Only Sailing

Depart Start USA Cairns

2009 JUL 9 JUL 16 JUL 27 AUG 6 AUG 13 AUG 24 SEP 3 SEP 10 SEP 21 OCT 1 OCT 8 OCT 19 OCT 29 NOV 5 NOV 16 NOV 26 DEC 3 DEC 14 DEC 24 DEC 30 2010 JAN 11 JAN 21 JAN 28 FEB 11 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18 MAR 25 APR 5 APR 15 APR 22 MAY 13 MAY 20 JUN 10 JUN 17 JUL 8 JUL 15 JUL 26 AUG 5 AUG 12 AUG 23 SEP 2 SEP 9 SEP 20 SEP 30 OCT 7 OCT 18 OCT 28 NOV 4 NOV 15 NOV 25 DEC 2 DEC 13 DEC 23 DEC 30 2011 JAN 10 JAN 20 JAN 27 FEB 10 FEB 17 FEB 24 MAR 3

2009 JUL 1 JUL 22 JUL 29 AUG 9 AUG 19 AUG 26 SEP 6 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 4 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 1 NOV 11 NOV 18 NOV 29 DEC 9 DEC 16 DEC 27 2010 JAN 6 JAN 12 JAN 24 FEB 3 FEB 10 FEB 24 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 17 MAR 24 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 18 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 8 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 5 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 3 OCT 13 OCT 20 OCT 31 NOV 10 NOV 17 NOV 28 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 26 2011 JAN 5 JAN 12 JAN 23 FEB 2 FEB 9 FEB 23 MAR 2 MAR 9 MAR 16

JUL 11 JUL 18 JUL 29 AUG 8 AUG 15 AUG 26 SEP 5 SEP 12 SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 10 OCT 21 OCT 31 NOV 7 NOV 18 NOV 28 DEC 5 DEC 16 DEC 26 JAN 1

JUL 26 AUG 2 AUG 13 AUG 23 AUG 30 SEP 10 SEP 20 SEP 27 OCT 8 OCT 18 OCT 25 NOV 5 NOV 15 NOV 22 DEC 3 DEC 13 DEC 20 DEC 31 JAN 10 JAN 16

1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1865 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1985

2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2105 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2225

JAN 13 JAN 23 JAN 30 FEB 13 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13 MAR 20 MAR 27 APR 7 APR 17 APR 24 MAY 15 MAY 22 JUN 12 JUN 19 JUL 10 JUL 17 JUL 28 AUG 7 AUG 14 AUG 25 SEP 4 SEP 11 SEP 22 OCT 2 OCT 9 OCT 20 OCT 30 NOV 6 NOV 17 NOV 27 DEC 4 DEC 15 DEC 25 JAN 1

JAN 28 FEB 7 FEB 14 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 11 APR 22 MAY 2 MAY 9 MAY 30 JUN 6 JUN 27 JUL 4 JUL 25 AUG 1 AUG 12 AUG 22 AUG 29 SEP 9 SEP 19 SEP 26 OCT 7 OCT 17 OCT 24 NOV 4 NOV 14 NOV 21 DEC 2 DEC 12 DEC 19 DEC 30 JAN 9 JAN 16

1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1935 1930 1930 1930 1930 1930 1930 1930 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1990 1990 1990 1990 1990 1990 2040

2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2175 2170 2170 2170 2170 2170 2170 2170 2160 2160 2160 2160 2160 2160 2160 2160 2160 2160 2160 2160 2160 2230 2230 2230 2230 2230 2230 2280

JAN 12 JAN 22 JAN 29 FEB 12 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 5

JAN 27 FEB 6 FEB 13 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13 MAR 20

1990 1990 1990 1990 1990 1990 1990

2230 2230 2230 2230 2230 2230 2230

Finish Tour Tour & Sydney Only Sailing

JUL 3 JUL 24 JUL 31 AUG 11 AUG 21 AUG 28 SEP 8 SEP 18 SEP 25 OCT 6 OCT 16 OCT 23 NOV 3 NOV 13 NOV 20 DEC 1 DEC 11 DEC 18 DEC 29

JUL 18 AUG 8 AUG 15 AUG 26 SEP 5 SEP 12 SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 10 OCT 21 OCT 31 NOV 7 NOV 18 NOV 28 DEC 5 DEC 16 DEC 26 JAN 2 JAN 13

1790 1790 1790 1790 1790 1790 1790 1790 1790 1790 1790 1790 1860 1860 1860 1860 1860 1910 1860

2030 2030 2030 2030 2030 2030 2030 2030 2030 2030 2030 2030 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2150 2100

JAN 8 JAN 14 JAN 26 FEB 5 FEB 12 FEB 26 MAR 5 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 9 APR 20 APR 30 MAY 7 MAY 28 JUN 4 JUN 25 JUL 2 JUL 23 JUL 30 AUG 10 AUG 20 AUG 27 SEP 7 SEP 17 SEP 24 OCT 5 OCT 15 OCT 22 NOV 2 NOV 12 NOV 19 NOV 30 DEC 10 DEC 17 DEC 28

JAN 23 JAN 29 FEB 10 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 13 MAR 20 MAR 27 APR 3 APR 10 APR 17 APR 24 MAY 5 MAY 15 MAY 22 JUN 12 JUN 19 JUL 10 JUL 17 AUG 7 AUG 14 AUG 25 SEP 4 SEP 11 SEP 22 OCT 2 OCT 9 OCT 20 OCT 30 NOV 6 NOV 17 NOV 27 DEC 4 DEC 15 DEC 25 JAN 1 JAN 12

1860 1860 1860 1860 1860 1860 1860 1860 1860 1860 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1915 1915 1915 1915 1915 1965 1915

2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2085 2155 2155 2155 2155 2155 2205 2155

JAN 7 JAN 14 JAN 25 FEB 4 FEB 11 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18

JAN 22 JAN 29 FEB 9 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2

1915 1915 1915 1915 1915 1915 1915 1915 1915

2155 2155 2155 2155 2155 2155 2155 2155 2155

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required. (Multi-share on sailing yacht) Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

BRSC: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am and Day 18 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$360 Tour only single supplement: US$740 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$615.

BRCS: Day 4 start Cairns 12:00 noon and Day 18 end Sydney 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$360 Tour only single supplement: US$665 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$540.

For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

15 nights accommodation 9 breakfasts 2 lunches (sailing option) 5 dinners (island option) 6 dinners (sailing option) What’s included All as per itinerary

• 15 nights twin-share accommodation: three nights in hotels, eight nights in resorts, two nights in an eco-lodge, one night in a surf school village & one night in a country homestead Sailing option: substitute two nights in resort with two nights on a yacht (see page 39) Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Yacht quad/multi-share only

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Nine breakfasts (B) & five dinners (D) Sailing option: nine breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & six dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Sailing the Whitsundays

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$179.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$89.

See page 13 for details.

SURFERS PARADISE: Harley Davidson motorbike tour through the Hinterland - ‘Bushwacker’ guided National Park rainforest walk & lunch - Spectacular tandem skydive CAIRNS: Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise - Great Barrier Reef scuba diving for beginners and certified divers - Dawn hot air balloon flight & champagne breakfast FRASER ISLAND: Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch THE WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent)

15 Days Cairns Sunshine Trail

Tjapukai Cultural Center

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Gulf of Carpentaria Coral Sea

4 CAIRNS Tully

Great Barrier Reef Townsville

3 Shute Harbour Airlie Beach

WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island) Mackay

NORTHERN TERRITORY

QUEENSLAND COUNTRY 1 HOMESTEAD

Capricorn Coast

2 FRASER ISLAND Noosa

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Cairns and save up to US$70.

Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES

Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

VICTORIA

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

FRASER ISLAND: Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch

29 Itinerary and included sightseeing

W For more go to contiki.com/sunshine

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 Crew & head into the bright lights of Surfers Paradise for a great night out with your new travel buddies! Hotel Visit Jupiter's Casino Day 4: Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise is the place to party in the ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf, adventure activities & more bars than you could 'poke a stick at'! Hotel Day 5: Surfers Paradise to Fraser Island Explore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city with a laid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on to Noosa, a little beach resort blending the chic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D) Brisbane city tour Watch a fascinating cutting demonstration of Australia’s national gemstone, the opal Visit picturesque Noosa beach Day 6: Fraser Island Take a full day to uncover World Heritage listed Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through its diverse ecology of rainforests, towering sandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Stay in the eco-village & enjoy the resort facilities Day 7: Fraser Island to Country Homestead A bit further north & find yourself at our homestead in the heart of Australia’s cattle country. Get a slice of the real Aussie country life & genuine Aussie hospitality over a hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D) Farm tour to see the animals, including kangaroos Enjoy this evening’s activities with music, a bar & a bonfire Day 8: Country Homestead to the Whitsundays Pass through Mackay & its sugar cane fields en route to Airlie Beach - gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride & you’ll find yourself on tropical Daydream Island. Resort (B,D) Cross the Tropic of Capricorn Rockhampton city tour Visit Airlie Beach, right on the water with a pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream Island

Days 9-10: The Whitsundays Time to slow down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sand beaches.

Get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B)(B) Enjoy great resort facilities See native birdlife & wallabies

Days 8-10: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water for the next couple of days? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See page 39 for more info & the pricing box for costs. There’s no twin or single-share available onboard the boat.

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

Codes: ex Surfers P:BTSW / ex Cairns:BTCW

Day 11: The Whitsundays to Cairns Further north, it's Townsville, a happening city with both the coast & the Outback.

Continue road-tripping along the spectacular Great Green Way via Tully to the everpopular travelers’ hub of Cairns. Resort (B) Townsville city tour View Magnetic Island, an unspoiled national park, from Townsville Cross the Tully River, home to Australia's best whitewater rafting Days 12-13: Cairns With a lush tropical setting, Cairns has so much to offer – great restaurants, bars, markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!

It’s also the jumping off point for lots of activities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruise or whitewater rafting. Resort (B) Cairns city tour Day 14: Cairns Visit Tjapukai to learn about fascinating & ancient Aboriginal culture. Then return to Cairns for free time. Resort Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center to experience native dancing, see spear throwing, & learn how to throw a boomerang.

Day 15: Finish Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

Stay Longer See page 14 for great rates to extend your vacation in Sydney.

Semi-submersible cruise

East Coast Jetskiing, The Whitsundays

When to go and how much Code: BTSC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: BTCS 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart Start USA Surf P.

Depart Start USA Cairns

2009 JUL 12 JUL 19 JUL 30 AUG 9 AUG 16 AUG 27 SEP 6 SEP 13 SEP 24 OCT 4 OCT 11 OCT 22 NOV 1 NOV 8 NOV 19 NOV 29 DEC 6 DEC 17 DEC 27 2010 JAN 2 JAN 14 JAN 24 JAN 31 FEB 14 FEB 21 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 8 APR 18 APR 25 MAY 16 MAY 23 JUN 13 JUN 20 JUL 11 JUL 18 JUL 29 AUG 8 AUG 15 AUG 26 SEP 5 SEP 12 SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 10 OCT 21 OCT 31 NOV 7 NOV 18 NOV 28 DEC 5 DEC 16 DEC 26 2011 JAN 2 JAN 13 JAN 23 JAN 30 FEB 13 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 6

Finish Tour Tour & Cairns Only Sailing

JUL 14 JUL 21 AUG 1 AUG 11 AUG 18 AUG 29 SEP 8 SEP 15 SEP 26 OCT 6 OCT 13 OCT 24 NOV 3 NOV 10 NOV 21 DEC 1 DEC 8 DEC 19 DEC 29

JUL 26 AUG 2 AUG 13 AUG 23 AUG 30 SEP 10 SEP 20 SEP 27 OCT 8 OCT 18 OCT 25 NOV 5 NOV 15 NOV 22 DEC 3 DEC 13 DEC 20 DEC 31 JAN 10

1595 1595 1595 1595 1595 1595 1595 1595 1595 1595 1595 1595 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655

1835 1835 1835 1835 1835 1835 1835 1835 1835 1835 1835 1835 1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1895

JAN 4 JAN 16 JAN 26 FEB 2 FEB 16 FEB 23 MAR 2 MAR 9 MAR 16 MAR 23 MAR 30 APR 10 APR 20 APR 27 MAY 18 MAY 25 JUN 15 JUN 22 JUL 13 JUL 20 JUL 31 AUG 10 AUG 17 AUG 28 SEP 7 SEP 14 SEP 25 OCT 5 OCT 12 OCT 23 NOV 2 NOV 9 NOV 20 NOV 30 DEC 7 DEC 18 DEC 28

JAN 16 JAN 28 FEB 7 FEB 14 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 11 APR 22 MAY 2 MAY 9 MAY 30 JUN 6 JUN 27 JUL 4 JUL 25 AUG 1 AUG 12 AUG 22 AUG 29 SEP 9 SEP 19 SEP 26 OCT 7 OCT 17 OCT 24 NOV 4 NOV 14 NOV 21 DEC 2 DEC 12 DEC 19 DEC 30 JAN 9

1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1649 1649 1649 1649 1649 1649 1649 1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699

1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1889 1889 1889 1889 1889 1889 1889 1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1879 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939

JAN 4 JAN 15 JAN 25 FEB 1 FEB 15 FEB 22 MAR 1 MAR 8

JAN 16 JAN 27 FEB 6 FEB 13 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13 MAR 20

1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699

1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939

2009 JUL 1 JUL 22 JUL 29 AUG 9 AUG 19 AUG 26 SEP 6 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 4 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 1 NOV 11 NOV 18 NOV 29 DEC 9 DEC 16 DEC 27 2010 JAN 6 JAN 12 JAN 24 FEB 3 FEB 10 FEB 24 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 17 MAR 24 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 18 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 8 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 5 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 3 OCT 13 OCT 20 OCT 31 NOV 10 NOV 17 NOV 28 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 26 2011 JAN 5 JAN 12 JAN 23 FEB 2 FEB 9 FEB 23 MAR 2 MAR 9 MAR 16

15 days Cairns Sunshine Trail

Finish Tour Tour & Surf P. Only Sailing

JUL 3 JUL 24 JUL 31 AUG 11 AUG 21 AUG 28 SEP 8 SEP 18 SEP 25 OCT 6 OCT 16 OCT 23 NOV 3 NOV 13 NOV 20 DEC 1 DEC 11 DEC 18 DEC 29

JUL 15 AUG 5 AUG 12 AUG 23 SEP 2 SEP 9 SEP 20 SEP 30 OCT 7 OCT 18 OCT 28 NOV 4 NOV 15 NOV 25 DEC 2 DEC 13 DEC 23 DEC 30 JAN 10

1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585

1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825

JAN 8 JAN 14 JAN 26 FEB 5 FEB 12 FEB 26 MAR 5 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 9 APR 20 APR 30 MAY 7 MAY 28 JUN 4 JUN 25 JUL 2 JUL 23 JUL 30 AUG 10 AUG 20 AUG 27 SEP 7 SEP 17 SEP 24 OCT 5 OCT 15 OCT 22 NOV 2 NOV 12 NOV 19 NOV 30 DEC 10 DEC 17 DEC 28

JAN 20 JAN 26 FEB 7 FEB 17 FEB 24 MAR 10 MAR 17 MAR 24 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 14 APR 21 MAY 2 MAY 12 MAY 19 JUN 9 JUN 16 JUL 7 JUL 14 AUG 4 AUG 11 AUG 22 SEP 1 SEP 8 SEP 19 SEP 29 OCT 6 OCT 17 OCT 27 NOV 3 NOV 14 NOV 24 DEC 1 DEC 12 DEC 22 DEC 29 JAN 9

1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629

1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1809 1809 1809 1809 1809 1809 1809 1809 1809 1809 1809 1809 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869

JAN 7 JAN 14 JAN 25 FEB 4 FEB 11 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18

JAN 19 JAN 26 FEB 6 FEB 16 FEB 23 MAR 9 MAR 16 MAR 23 MAR 30

1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629

1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required. (Multi-share on sailing yacht) Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

BTSC: Day 3 start Surfers Paradise 5:00pm and Day 15 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$319 Tour only single supplement: US$615 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$490.

BTCS: Day 4 start Cairns 12:00 noon and Day 15 end Surfers Paradise 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$319 Tour only single supplement: US$615 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$490.

For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

12 nights accommodation 7 breakfasts 2 lunches (sailing option) 3 dinners (island option) 4 dinners (sailing option) What’s included All as per itinerary

• 12 nights twin-share accommodation: two nights in a hotel, seven nights in resorts, two nights in an eco-lodge & one night in a country homestead Sailing option: substitute two nights in resort with two nights on a yacht (see page 39) Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Yacht quad/multi-share only

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Seven breakfasts (B) & three dinners (D) Sailing option: seven breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & four dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$155.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$75.

See page 13 for details.

THE WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) 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-submersib le - Dawn hot air balloon flight & champagne breakfast

14 Days Coast &Whitsundays

Lake Mackenzie, Fraser Island

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Coral Sea

Great Barrier Reef

Shute Harbour

3 WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island)

Airlie Beach Mackay

NORTHERN TERRITORY

QUEENSLAND COUNTRY 1 HOMESTEAD

Capricorn Coast

2 FRASER ISLAND Noosa

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Whitsundays and save up to US$50.

Currumbin Byron Bay

1 COFFS HARBOUR Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES 1 PORT STEPHENS 1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

VICTORIA

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

PORT STEPHENS: Dolphin watching cruise & swimming COFFS HARBOUR: Surf lesson

31 Itinerary and included sightseeing

W For more go to contiki.com/coast

Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the international date line on your way to Sydney, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Sydney Check into the Chifley Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the free day exploring Sydney. Hotel Day 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (Port Stephens) Meet up with your Contiki crew & check out Sydney’s icons. Then head up north to the ‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens & pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruise with the dolphins or try sandboarding. Resort (D) Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge Visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for a panoramic view of Sydney Harbour Day 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs Harbour Continue up Australia’s famous ‘holiday coast’ to the beautiful beaches of Coffs Harbour where our Surf Camp & School has cabins located right on the beach.

We'll teach you how to surf on the best local waves. Surf Village (B,D) See the iconic ‘Big Banana’ Day 6: Coffs Harbour to Surfers Paradise Wander through the relaxed, small coastal town of Byron Bay with its organic lifestyle, artsy shops & fantastic eateries. Later, encounter native Aussie animals at Currumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B) Visit Cape Byron - Australia's most easterly point Visit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle a koala & see kangaroos, emus, crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils & more!

Visit stunning Gold Coast beaches Visit Jupiter's Casino Day 7: Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise is the place to party in the ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf, adventure activities & more bars than you could 'poke a stick at'! Hotel Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Fraser Island Explore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city with a laid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on to Noosa, a little beach resort blending the chic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D) Brisbane city tour Watch a fascinating cutting demonstration of Australia’s national gemstone, the opal Visit picturesque Noosa beach Day 9: Fraser Island Take a full day to uncover World Heritage listed Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD

through its diverse ecology of rainforests, towering sandunes & freshwater lakes.

Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Stay in the eco-village & enjoy the resort facilities Day 10: Fraser Island to Country Homestead A bit further north & find yourself at our homestead in the heart of Australia’s cattle country. Get a slice of the real Aussie country life & genuine Aussie hospitality over a hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D) Farm tour to see the animals, including kangaroos Enjoy this evening’s activities with music, a bar & a bonfire Day 11: Country Homestead to the Whitsundays Pass through Mackay & its sugar cane fields en route to Airlie Beach - gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride & you’ll find yourself on tropical Daydream Island. Resort (B,D) Cross the Tropic of Capricorn Rockhampton city tour Visit Airlie Beach, right on the water with a pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream Island Days 12-13: The Whitsundays Time to slow down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sand beaches.

Get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B)(B) Enjoy great resort facilities See native birdlife & wallabies

Days 11-13: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water for the next couple of days? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See page 39 for more info & the pricing box for costs. There’s no twin or single-share available onboard the boat.

(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)

Stay Longer See page 14 for great rates to extend your vacation in Sydney.

Shopping, Noosa

East Coast Surfers Paradise

When to go and how much Code: SQSC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: SQCS 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA Sydney W’suns Only Sailing

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA W’suns Sydney Only Sailing

2009 JUL 9 JUL 16 JUL 27 AUG 6 AUG 13 AUG 24 SEP 3 SEP 10 SEP 21 OCT 1 OCT 8 OCT 19 OCT 29 NOV 5 NOV 16 NOV 26 DEC 3 DEC 14 2010 DEC 24 DEC 30 JAN 11 JAN 21 JAN 28 FEB 11 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18 MAR 25 APR 5 APR 15 APR 22 MAY 13 MAY 20 JUN 10 JUN 17 JUL 8 JUL 15 JUL 26 AUG 5 AUG 12 AUG 23 SEP 2 SEP 9 SEP 20 SEP 30 OCT 7 OCT 18 OCT 28 NOV 4 NOV 15 NOV 25 DEC 2 DEC 13 2011 DEC 23 DEC 30 JAN 10 JAN 20 JAN 27 FEB 10 FEB 17 FEB 24 MAR 3

2009 JUL 5 JUL 26 AUG 2 AUG 13 AUG 23 AUG 30 SEP 10 SEP 20 SEP 27 OCT 8 OCT 18 OCT 25 NOV 5 NOV 15 NOV 22 DEC 3 DEC 13 DEC 20 DEC 31 2010 JAN 10 JAN 16 JAN 28 FEB 07 FEB 14 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 11 APR 22 MAY 2 MAY 9 MAY 30 JUN 6 JUN 27 JUL 4 JUL 25 AUG 1 AUG 12 AUG 22 AUG 29 SEP 9 SEP 19 SEP 26 OCT 7 OCT 17 OCT 24 NOV 4 NOV 14 NOV 21 DEC 2 DEC 12 DEC 19 DEC 30 2011 JAN 9 JAN 16 JAN 27 FEB 6 FEB 13 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13 MAR 20

JUL 11 JUL 18 JUL 29 AUG 8 AUG 15 AUG 26 SEP 5 SEP 12 SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 10 OCT 21 OCT 31 NOV 7 NOV 18 NOV 28 DEC 5 DEC 16

JUL 22 JUL 29 AUG 9 AUG 19 AUG 26 SEP 6 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 4 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 1 NOV 11 NOV 18 NOV 29 DEC 9 DEC 16 DEC 27

1519 1519 1519 1519 1519 1519 1519 1519 1519 1519 1519 1519 1519 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579

1759 1759 1759 1759 1759 1759 1759 1759 1759 1759 1759 1759 1759 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819

DEC 26 JAN 1 JAN 13 JAN 23 JAN 30 FEB 13 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13 MAR 20 MAR 27 APR 7 APR 17 APR 24 MAY 15 MAY 22 JUN 12 JUN 19 JUL 10 JUL 17 JUL 28 AUG 7 AUG 14 AUG 25 SEP 4 SEP 11 SEP 22 OCT 2 OCT 9 OCT 20 OCT 30 NOV 6 NOV 17 NOV 27 DEC 4 DEC 15

JAN 6 JAN 12 JAN 24 FEB 3 FEB 10 FEB 24 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 17 MAR 24 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 18 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 8 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 5 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 3 OCT 13 OCT 20 OCT 31 NOV 10 NOV 17 NOV 28 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 26

1579 1629 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629

1819 1869 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1815 1815 1815 1815 1815 1815 1815 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869

DEC 25 JAN 1 JAN 12 JAN 22 JAN 29 FEB 12 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 5

JAN 5 JAN 12 JAN 23 FEB 2 FEB 9 FEB 23 MAR 2 MAR 9 MAR 16

1629 1675 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629

1869 1915 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869

JUL 7 JUL 28 AUG 4 AUG 15 AUG 25 SEP 1 SEP 12 SEP 22 SEP 29 OCT 10 OCT 20 OCT 27 NOV 7 NOV 17 NOV 24 DEC 5 DEC 15 DEC 22 JAN 2

JUL 18 AUG 8 AUG 15 AUG 26 SEP 5 SEP 12 SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 10 OCT 21 OCT 31 NOV 7 NOV 18 NOV 28 DEC 5 DEC 16 DEC 26 JAN 2 JAN 13

1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1579 1529

1709 1709 1709 1709 1709 1709 1709 1709 1709 1709 1709 1709 1769 1769 1769 1769 1769 1819 1769

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

JAN 23 JAN 29 FEB 10 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 13 MAR 20 MAR 27 APR 3 APR 10 APR 17 APR 24 MAY 5 MAY 15 MAY 22 JUN 12 JUN 19 JUL 10 JUL 17 AUG 7 AUG 14 AUG 25 SEP 4 SEP 11 SEP 22 OCT 2 OCT 9 OCT 20 OCT 30 NOV 6 NOV 17 NOV 27 DEC 4 DEC 15 DEC 25 JAN 1 JAN 12

1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1625 1579

1769 1769 1769 1769 1769 1769 1769 1769 1769 1769 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1865 1819

JAN 11 JAN 18 JAN 29 FEB 8 FEB 15 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 15 MAR 22

JAN 22 JAN 29 FEB 9 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2

1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579

1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819 1819

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required. (Multi-share on sailing yacht) Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

SQSC: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am and Day 14 end Whitsundays 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$259 Tour only single supplement: US$535 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$410.

SQCS: Day 3 start Whitsundays 5:00pm and Day 14 end Sydney 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$259 Tour only single supplement: US$535 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$410.

For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

14 days Coast & Whitsundays 11 nights accommodation 8 breakfasts 2 lunches (sailing option) 5 dinners (island option) 6 dinners (sailing option) What’s included All as per itinerary

• 11 nights twin-share accommodation: seven nights in hotels & resorts, two nights in an eco-lodge, one night in a surf school village & one night in a country homestead Sailing option: substitute two nights in resort with two nights on a yacht (see page 39) Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Yacht quad/multi-share only

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Eight breakfasts (B) & five dinners (D) Sailing option: eight breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & six dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Dolphin watching cruise

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$149.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$75.

See page 13 for details.

SURFERS PARADISE: Vintage Tiger Moth bi-plane joyflight (with acrobatic ‘loop the loops’)! - Spectacular tandem skydive - Harley Davidson motorbike tour through the Hinterland - ‘Bushwacker’ guided National Park rainforest walk & lunch FRASER ISLAND: Locally guided 4WD trip across the island & lunch - Humpback whale watching boat cruise (Aug-Oct) WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) - Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch

12 Days Island & Rainforest

ys 1299 a D 12 US$ ay from$130/D US ly r on Tou

Mossman Gorge Kuranda

2 CAPE TRIBULATION Port Douglas

Coral Sea

4 CAIRNS Tully

Great Barrier Reef Townsville

Shute Harbour

NORTHERN TERRITORY

3 WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island)

QUEENSLAND

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Cairns.

Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES

Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

VICTORIA

Sail the Whitsundays

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent)

33 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 Crew & new travel buddies on Daydream Island, in the magnificent Whitsundays. Resort (D) Days 4-5: The Whitsundays Time to slow down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sand beaches.

Get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B) (B) See native birdlife & wallabies Enjoy great resort facilities

Days 3-5: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water for the next couple of days? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See page 39 for more info & the pricing box for costs. There’s no twin or single-share available onboard the boat.

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

Codes: ex W’suns:FNSW / ex Cairns:FNCW

Day 6: The Whitsundays to Cairns Further north, it's Townsville, a happening city with both the coast & the Outback.

Continue road-tripping along the spectacular Great Green Way via Tully to the ever-popular travelers’ hub of Cairns.

Resort (B) Townsville city tour See the unspoiled national park of Magnetic Island from Townsville Cross the Tully River, home to Australia's best whitewater rafting Days 7-8: Cairns With a lush tropical setting, Cairns has so

W For more go to contiki.com/island

The Whitsundays

much to offer – great restaurants, bars, markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!

It’s also the jumping off point for lots of activities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruise or whitewater rafting. Resort (B) Cairns city tour Day 9: Cairns to Cape Tribulation Visit Tjapukai to learn about the ancient, indigenous Aboriginal culture. Then travel along the stunning Coral Sea to gushing Mossman Gorge, pristine Daintree National Park & Cape Tribulation. Resort (D) Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center to experience native dancing, see spear throwing, & learn how to throw a boomerang.

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. Take a dip in a refreshing swimming hole before heading back to Cape Tribulation. It’s a unique area where two of Australia’s most significant World Heritage sites meet, the Great Barrier Reef & the wet tropics.

Resort (B) Learn about unique Daintree flora & fauna on a board walk Listen to Aboriginal legends about the 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. Then return to Cairns for free time. Resort (B) See Port Douglas & gorgeous Four Mile Beach Day 12: Finish Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

Stay Longer See page 14 for great rates to extend your vacation in Sydney.

East Coast

Cape Tribulation

When to go and how much Code: FNSC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: FNCS 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA W’suns Cairns Only Sailing

Depart Start USA Cairns

2009 JUL 17 JUL 24 AUG 4 AUG 14 AUG 21 SEP 1 SEP 11 SEP 18 SEP 29 OCT 9 OCT 16 OCT 27 NOV 6 NOV 13 NOV 24 DEC 4 DEC 11 DEC 22 2010 JAN 1 JAN 7 JAN 19 JAN 29 FEB 5 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 5 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 13 APR 23 APR 30 MAY 21 MAY 28 JUN 18 JUN 25 JUL 16 JUL 23 AUG 3 AUG 13 AUG 20 AUG 31 SEP 10 SEP 17 SEP 28 OCT 8 OCT 15 OCT 26 NOV 5 NOV 12 NOV 23 DEC 3 DEC 10 DEC 21 DEC 31 2011 JAN 7 JAN 18 JAN 28 FEB 4 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11

2009 JUN 29 JUL 20 JUL 27 AUG 7 AUG 17 AUG 24 SEP 4 SEP 14 SEP 21 OCT 2 OCT 12 OCT 19 OCT 30 NOV 9 NOV 16 NOV 27 DEC 7 DEC 14 DEC 25 2010 JAN 4 JAN 10 JAN 22 FEB 1 FEB 8 FEB 22 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 15 MAR 22 MAR 29 APR 5 APR 16 APR 26 MAY 3 MAY 24 MAY 31 JUN 21 JUN 28 JUL 19 JUL 26 AUG 6 AUG 16 AUG 23 SEP 3 SEP 13 SEP 20 OCT 1 OCT 11 OCT 18 OCT 29 NOV 8 NOV 15 NOV 26 DEC 6 DEC 13 DEC 24 2011 JAN 3 JAN 10 JAN 21 JAN 31 FEB 7 FEB 21 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14

JUL 19 JUL 26 AUG 6 AUG 16 AUG 23 SEP 3 SEP 13 SEP 20 OCT 1 OCT 11 OCT 18 OCT 29 NOV 8 NOV 15 NOV 26 DEC 6 DEC 13 DEC 24

JUL 28 AUG 4 AUG 15 AUG 25 SEP 1 SEP 12 SEP 22 SEP 29 OCT 10 OCT 20 OCT 27 NOV 7 NOV 17 NOV 24 DEC 5 DEC 15 DEC 22 JAN 2

1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349

1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589

JAN 3 JAN 9 JAN 21 JAN 31 FEB 7 FEB 21 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 15 APR 25 MAY 2 MAY 23 MAY 30 JUN 20 JUN 27 JUL 18 JUL 25 AUG 5 AUG 15 AUG 22 SEP 2 SEP 12 SEP 19 SEP 30 OCT 10 OCT 17 OCT 28 NOV 7 NOV 14 NOV 25 DEC 5 DEC 12 DEC 23 JAN 2

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

1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389

1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629

JAN 9 JAN 20 JAN 30 FEB 6 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13

JAN 18 JAN 29 FEB 8 FEB 15 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 15 MAR 22

1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389

1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629

Finish Tour Tour & W’suns Only Sailing

JUL 1 JUL 22 JUL 29 AUG 9 AUG 19 AUG 26 SEP 6 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 4 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 1 NOV 11 NOV 18 NOV 29 DEC 9 DEC 16 DEC 27

JUL 10 JUL 31 AUG 7 AUG 18 AUG 28 SEP 4 SEP 15 SEP 25 OCT 2 OCT 13 OCT 23 OCT 30 NOV 10 NOV 20 NOV 27 DEC 8 DEC 18 DEC 25 JAN 5

1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349

1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589

JAN 6 JAN 12 JAN 24 FEB 3 FEB 10 FEB 24 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 17 MAR 24 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 18 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 8 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 5 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 3 OCT 13 OCT 20 OCT 31 NOV 10 NOV 17 NOV 28 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 26

JAN 15 JAN 21 FEB 2 FEB 12 FEB 19 MAR 5 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 9 APR 16 APR 27 MAY 7 MAY 14 JUN 4 JUN 11 JUL 2 JUL 9 JUL 30 AUG 6 AUG 17 AUG 27 SEP 3 SEP 14 SEP 24 OCT 1 OCT 12 OCT 22 OCT 29 NOV 9 NOV 19 NOV 26 DEC 7 DEC 17 DEC 24 JAN 4

1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389

1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1579 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629

JAN 5 JAN 12 JAN 23 FEB 2 FEB 9 FEB 23 MAR 2 MAR 9 MAR 16

JAN 14 JAN 21 FEB 1 FEB 11 FEB 18 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18 MAR 25

1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389

1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629 1629

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required. (Multi-share on sailing yacht) Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

FNSC: Day 3 start Whitsundays 5:00pm and Day 12 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$240 Tour only single supplement: US$525 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$400.

FNCS: Day 4 start Cairns 7:30am and Day 12 end Whitsundays 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$240 Tour only single supplement: US$525 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$400.

For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

12 days Island & Rainforest 9 nights accommodation 6 breakfasts 2 lunches (sailing option) 2 dinners (island option) 3 dinners (sailing option) What’s included All as per itinerary

• Nine nights twin-share resort accommodation Sailing option: substitute two nights in resort with two nights on a yacht (see page 39) Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Yacht quad/multi-share only

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Six breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D) Sailing option: six breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & three dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Rainforest adventure days nine, 10 & 11 • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Kuranda Skyrail

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$129.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$65.

See page 13 for details.

CAIRNS: Tandem skydive - Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch…or stay dry with coral viewing by semi-submersible - Skyrail cableway ride above the rainforest to Kuranda - Dawn hot air balloon flight & champagne breakfast

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Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

10 Days

Coral Sea

4 CAIRNS Tully

Great Barrier Reef Townsville

Shute Harbour

10 days Magical Tropics 7 nights accommodation 4 breakfasts 2 lunches (sailing option) 1 dinner (island option) 2 dinners (sailing option) What’s included All as per itinerary

• Seven nights twin-share resort accommodation Sailing option: substitute two nights in resort with two nights on a yacht (see page 39) Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Yacht quad/multi-share only

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Four breakfasts (B) & one dinner (D) Sailing option: four breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & two dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Cairns.

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$99.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$49.

See page 13 for details.

3 WHITSUNDAYS (Daydream Island)

QUEENSLAND

When to go and how much Code: NWSC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: NWCS 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA W’suns Cairns Only Sailing

Depart Start USA Cairns

2009 JUL 17 JUL 24 AUG 4 AUG 14 AUG 21 SEP 1 SEP 11 SEP 18 SEP 29 OCT 9 OCT 16 OCT 27 NOV 6 NOV 13 NOV 24 DEC 4 DEC 11 DEC 22 2010 JAN 1 JAN 7 JAN 19 JAN 29 FEB 5 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 5 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 13 APR 23 APR 30 MAY 21 MAY 28 JUN 18 JUN 25 JUL 16 JUL 23 AUG 3 AUG 13 AUG 20 AUG 31 SEP 10 SEP 17 SEP 28 OCT 8 OCT 15 OCT 26 NOV 5 NOV 12 NOV 23 DEC 3 DEC 10 DEC 21 DEC 31 2011 JAN 7 JAN 18 JAN 28 FEB 4 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11

2009 JUL 1 JUL 22 JUL 29 AUG 9 AUG 19 AUG 26 SEP 6 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 4 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 1 NOV 11 NOV 18 NOV 29 DEC 9 DEC 16 DEC 27 2010 JAN 6 JAN 12 JAN 24 FEB 3 FEB 10 FEB 24 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 17 MAR 24 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 18 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 8 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 5 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 3 OCT 13 OCT 20 OCT 31 NOV 10 NOV 17 NOV 28 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 26 2011 JAN 5 JAN 12 JAN 23 FEB 2 FEB 9 FEB 23 MAR 2 MAR 9 MAR 16

JUL 19 JUL 26 AUG 6 AUG 16 AUG 23 SEP 3 SEP 13 SEP 20 OCT 1 OCT 11 OCT 18 OCT 29 NOV 8 NOV 15 NOV 26 DEC 6 DEC 13 DEC 24

JUL 26 AUG 2 AUG 13 AUG 23 AUG 30 SEP 10 SEP 20 SEP 27 OCT 8 OCT 18 OCT 25 NOV 5 NOV 15 NOV 22 DEC 3 DEC 13 DEC 20 DEC 31

999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049

1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289

JAN 3 JAN 9 JAN 21 JAN 31 FEB 7 FEB 21 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 15 APR 25 MAY 2 MAY 23 MAY 30 JUN 20 JUN 27 JUL 18 JUL 25 AUG 5 AUG 15 AUG 22 SEP 2 SEP 12 SEP 19 SEP 30 OCT 10 OCT 17 OCT 28 NOV 7 NOV 14 NOV 25 DEC 5 DEC 12 DEC 23 JAN 2

JAN 10 JAN 16 JAN 28 FEB 7 FEB 14 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 11 APR 22 MAY 2 MAY 9 MAY 30 JUN 6 JUN 27 JUL 4 JUL 25 AUG 1 AUG 12 AUG 22 AUG 29 SEP 9 SEP 19 SEP 26 OCT 7 OCT 17 OCT 24 NOV 4 NOV 14 NOV 21 DEC 2 DEC 12 DEC 19 DEC 30 JAN 9

1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1045 1045 1045 1045 1045 1045 1045 1045 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079

1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319

JAN 9 JAN 20 JAN 30 FEB 6 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13

JAN 16 JAN 27 FEB 6 FEB 13 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13 MAR 20

1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079

1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319

Magical Tropics

Finish Tour Tour & W’suns Only Sailing

JUL 3 JUL 24 JUL 31 AUG 11 AUG 21 AUG 28 SEP 8 SEP 18 SEP 25 OCT 6 OCT 16 OCT 23 NOV 3 NOV 13 NOV 20 DEC 1 DEC 11 DEC 18 DEC 29

JUL 10 JUL 31 AUG 7 AUG 18 AUG 28 SEP 4 SEP 15 SEP 25 OCT 2 OCT 13 OCT 23 OCT 30 NOV 10 NOV 20 NOV 27 DEC 8 DEC 18 DEC 25 JAN 5

999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 999 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049

1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289

JAN 8 JAN 14 JAN 26 FEB 5 FEB 12 FEB 26 MAR 5 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 9 APR 20 APR 30 MAY 7 MAY 28 JUN 4 JUN 25 JUL 2 JUL 23 JUL 30 AUG 10 AUG 20 AUG 27 SEP 7 SEP 17 SEP 24 OCT 5 OCT 15 OCT 22 NOV 2 NOV 12 NOV 19 NOV 30 DEC 10 DEC 17 DEC 28

JAN 15 JAN 21 FEB 2 FEB 12 FEB 19 MAR 5 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 9 APR 16 APR 27 MAY 7 MAY 14 JUN 4 JUN 11 JUL 2 JUL 9 JUL 30 AUG 6 AUG 17 AUG 27 SEP 3 SEP 14 SEP 24 OCT 1 OCT 12 OCT 22 OCT 29 NOV 9 NOV 19 NOV 26 DEC 7 DEC 17 DEC 24 JAN 4

1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1045 1045 1045 1045 1045 1045 1045 1045 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079

1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1279 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319

JAN 7 JAN 14 JAN 25 FEB 4 FEB 11 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18

JAN 14 JAN 21 FEB 1 FEB 11 FEB 18 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18 MAR 25

1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079

1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required. (Multi-share on sailing yacht) Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

NWSC: Day 3 start Whitsundays 5:00pm and Day 10 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$215 Tour only single supplement: US$415 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$290.

NWCS: Day 4 start Cairns 12:00 noon and Day 10 end Whitsundays 8:00am Tour only quad-share reduction: US$215 Tour only single supplement: US$415 Tour + sailing single supplement: US$290.

For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

ays $999 D 0 1 US Day m o r f $125/ US ly r on Tou

Whitewater Rafting, Tully

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 Whitsundays Meet up with your Contiki Crew & new travel buddies on Daydream Island, in the magnificent Whitsundays. Get to know your group tonight over drinks at the bar.

Resort (D) Days 4-5: The Whitsundays Time to slow down, chill out & catch some rays on the amazing white sand beaches.

Get your blood pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B)(B) See native birdlife & wallabies Enjoy great resort facilities

Days 3-5: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get out on the water for the next couple of days? Choose our Whitsunday sailing option! See page 39 for more info & the pricing box for costs. There’s no twin or singleshare available onboard the boat.

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

Codes: ex W’suns:NWSW / ex Cairns:NWCW

Day 6: The Whitsundays to Cairns Further north, it's Townsville, a happening city with both the coast & the Outback.

Continue road-tripping along the spectacular Great Green Way via Tully to the travelers’ hub of Cairns. Its the gateway to two of the world’s greatest natural attractions, The Great Barrier Reef & the Daintree Rainforest. Resort (B) Townsville city tour See the unspoilt national park of Magnetic Island from Townsville Cross the Tully River, home to Australia's best whitewater rafting Days 7-8: Cairns With a lush tropical setting, Cairns has so much to offer – great restaurants, bars, markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!

It’s also the jumping off point for lots of activities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruise or whitewater rafting. Resort (B) Cairns city tour Day 9: Cairns A short drive north has you spending a fascinating morning experiencing Aboriginal culture at Australia’s most awarded attraction - Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Then return to Cairns for free time. Resort Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center to experience native dancing, see spear throwing, & learn how to throw a boomerang.

Day 10: Finish Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

THE WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) CAIRNS: Tandem skydive - Whitewater raft the Tully River - Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch - Great Barrier Reef scuba diving for beginners and certified divers - Skyrail cableway ride above the rainforest to Kuranda - Guided horse and quad-bike tours - Bungee jump

W For more go to contiki.com/magical

East Coast

35

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

7 Days

Mossman Gorge Kuranda

2 CAIRNS

7 days Rainforest Adventure

When to go and how much Code: CYCS 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

9 ys 7 Da US$49ay from$100/D US ly r on Tou

Bungee jumping, Cairns

W For more go to contiki.com/rainforest

Coral Sea

Great Barrier Reef

Depart USA

Days 1-2: Depart USA Fly over the international date line on your way to Cairns, Australia.

Day 3: Arrive Cairns Check into the Cairns Colonial Club Resort and spend the rest of the free day exploring Cairns. Resort Day 4: Cairns to Cape Tribulation Meet up with your Contiki Crew & 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 Walk through the Daintree Rainforest to Mossman Gorge for swimming

Port Douglas

QUEENSLAND

Rainforest Adventure

Itinerary and included sightseeing

East Coast

2 CAPE TRIBULATION

Day 5: Cape Tribulation Get back to nature in the Daintree National Park with its ancient rainforests. Take a dip in a refreshing swimming hole before heading back to Cape Tribulation. It’s a unique area where two of Australia’s most significant World Heritage sites meet, the Great Barrier Reef & the wet tropics. Resort (B) Learn about unique Daintree flora & fauna on a board walk Listen to Aboriginal legends about the area Day 6: Cape Tribulation to Cairns Learn about the fascinating indigenous Aboriginal culture. Then return to Cairns for free time. Resort (B) Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center to experience native dancing, see spear throwing, & learn how to throw a boomerang.

Day 7: Finish Cairns Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

Kuranda train

2009 JUN 29 JUL 20 JUL 27 AUG 7 AUG 17 AUG 24 SEP 4 SEP 14 SEP 21 OCT 2 OCT 12 OCT 19 OCT 30 NOV 9 NOV 16 NOV 27 DEC 7 DEC 14 DEC 25 2010 JAN 4 JAN 10 JAN 22 FEB 1 FEB 8 FEB 22 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 15 MAR 22 MAR 29 APR 5 APR 16 APR 26 MAY 3 MAY 24 MAY 31 JUN 21 JUN 28 JUL 19 JUL 26 AUG 6 AUG 16 AUG 23 SEP 3 SEP 13 SEP 20 OCT 1 OCT 11 OCT 18 OCT 29 NOV 8 NOV 15 NOV 26 DEC 6 DEC 13 DEC 24 2011 JAN 3 JAN 10 JAN 21 JAN 31 FEB 7 FEB 21 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14

Code: CYSC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Start Cairns

Finish Cairns

Tour Only

JUL 1 JUL 22 JUL 29 AUG 9 AUG 19 AUG 26 SEP 6 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 4 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 1 NOV 11 NOV 18 NOV 29 DEC 9 DEC 16 DEC 27

JUL 5 JUL 26 AUG 2 AUG 13 AUG 23 AUG 30 SEP 10 SEP 20 SEP 27 OCT 8 OCT 18 OCT 25 NOV 5 NOV 15 NOV 22 DEC 3 DEC 13 DEC 20 DEC 31

499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 515 515 515 515 515 515 515

JAN 6 JAN 12 JAN 24 FEB 3 FEB 10 FEB 24 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 17 MAR 24 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 18 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 8 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 5 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 3 OCT 13 OCT 20 OCT 31 NOV 10 NOV 17 NOV 28 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 26

JAN 10 JAN 16 JAN 28 FEB 7 FEB 14 FEB 28 MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 11 APR 22 MAY 2 MAY 9 MAY 30 JUN 6 JUN 27 JUL 4 JUL 25 AUG 1 AUG 12 AUG 22 AUG 29 SEP 9 SEP 19 SEP 26 OCT 7 OCT 17 OCT 24 NOV 4 NOV 14 NOV 21 DEC 2 DEC 12 DEC 19 DEC 30

515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 529 529 529 529 529 529

JAN 5 JAN 12 JAN 23 FEB 2 FEB 9 FEB 23 MAR 2 MAR 9 MAR 16

JAN 9 JAN 16 JAN 27 FEB 6 FEB 13 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13 MAR 20

529 529 529 529 529 529 529 529 529

Depart USA 2009 JUL 1 JUL 22 JUL 29 AUG 9 AUG 19 AUG 26 SEP 6 SEP 16 SEP 23 OCT 4 OCT 14 OCT 21 NOV 1 NOV 11 NOV 18 NOV 29 DEC 9 DEC 16 DEC 27 2010 JAN 6 JAN 12 JAN 24 FEB 3 FEB 10 FEB 24 MAR 3 MAR 10 MAR 17 MAR 24 MAR 31 APR 7 APR 18 APR 28 MAY 5 MAY 26 JUN 2 JUN 23 JUN 30 JUL 21 JUL 28 AUG 8 AUG 18 AUG 25 SEP 5 SEP 15 SEP 22 OCT 3 OCT 13 OCT 20 OCT 31 NOV 10 NOV 17 NOV 28 DEC 8 DEC 15 DEC 26 2011 JAN 5 JAN 12 JAN 23 FEB 2 FEB 9 FEB 23 MAR 2 MAR 9 MAR 16

Start Cairns

Finish Cairns

Tour Only

JUL 3 JUL 24 JUL 31 AUG 11 AUG 21 AUG 28 SEP 8 SEP 18 SEP 25 OCT 6 OCT 16 OCT 23 NOV 3 NOV 13 NOV 20 DEC 1 DEC 11 DEC 18 DEC 29

JUL 7 JUL 28 AUG 4 AUG 15 AUG 25 SEP 1 SEP 12 SEP 22 SEP 29 OCT 10 OCT 20 OCT 27 NOV 7 NOV 17 NOV 24 DEC 5 DEC 15 DEC 22 JAN 2

499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 499 515 515 515 515 515 515 515

JAN 8 JAN 14 JAN 26 FEB 5 FEB 12 FEB 26 MAR 5 MAR 12 MAR 19 MAR 26 APR 2 APR 9 APR 20 APR 30 MAY 7 MAY 28 JUN 4 JUN 25 JUL 2 JUL 23 JUL 30 AUG 10 AUG 20 AUG 27 SEP 7 SEP 17 SEP 24 OCT 5 OCT 15 OCT 22 NOV 2 NOV 12 NOV 19 NOV 30 DEC 10 DEC 17 DEC 28

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

515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 515 529 529 529 529 529 529 529

JAN 7 JAN 14 JAN 25 FEB 4 FEB 11 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18

JAN 11 JAN 18 JAN 29 FEB 8 FEB 15 MAR 1 MAR 8 MAR 15 MAR 22

529 529 529 529 529 529 529 529 529

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

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

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$85 Tour only single supplement: US$130 CYSC: Day 4 start Cairns 8:00am and Day 7 end Cairns 8:00am.

Tour only quad-share reduction: US$85 Tour only single supplement: US$130 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

4 nights accommodation 2 breakfasts 1 dinner What’s included All as per itinerary

• Four nights twin-share resort accommodation Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Two breakfasts (B) & one dinner (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned mini coach • Sightseeing tours of all major towns • Local taxes & service charges

Minjin swing

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$49.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$25.

See page 13 for details.

CAIRNS: Skyrail cableway ride above the rainforest to Kuranda - Bungee jump with panoramic views of the rainforest CAPE TRIBULATION: Cable zip line via flying foxes through the rainforest from floor to canopy

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8 Days

East Coast

5 nights accommodation 3 breakfasts 2 dinners

SURFERS PARADISE 2

COFFS HARBOUR 1

1 SYDNEY Tasman Sea

VICTORIA

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

When to go and how much

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$69.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$35.

See page 13 for details.

Learn to surf

Code: BSSB 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$ Depart USA

Sandunes, Port Stephens

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PORT STEPHENS 1

All as per itinerary

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Three breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Currumbin Byron Bay

NEW SOUTH WALES

• Five nights twin-share

Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

5 ys 8 Da US$66ay from$111/D US

QUEENSLAND

What’s included accommodation: three nights in hotels, one night in a resort & one night in a surf school village

City to Surf

Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb

2009 JUL 9 JUL 16 JUL 27 AUG 6 AUG 13 AUG 24 SEP 3 SEP 10 SEP 21 OCT 1 OCT 8 OCT 19 OCT 29 NOV 5 NOV 16 NOV 26 DEC 3 DEC 14 DEC 24 DEC 30 2010 JAN 11 JAN 21 JAN 28 FEB 11 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18 MAR 25 APR 5 APR 15

Start Sydney

Finish Tour Surfers P. Only

JUL 11 JUL 18 JUL 29 AUG 8 AUG 15 AUG 26 SEP 5 SEP 12 SEP 23 OCT 3 OCT 10 OCT 21 OCT 31 NOV 7 NOV 18 NOV 28 DEC 5 DEC 16 DEC 26 JAN 1

JUL 16 JUL 23 AUG 3 AUG 13 AUG 20 AUG 31 SEP 10 SEP 17 SEP 28 OCT 8 OCT 15 OCT 26 NOV 5 NOV 12 NOV 23 DEC 3 DEC 10 DEC 21 DEC 31 JAN 6

665 665 665 665 665 665 665 665 665 665 665 665 665 689 689 689 689 689 689 739

JAN 13 JAN 23 JAN 30 FEB 13 FEB 20 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 13 MAR 20 MAR 27 APR 7 APR 17

JAN 18 JAN 28 FEB 4 FEB 18 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 11 MAR 18 MAR 25 APR 1 APR 12 APR 22

689 689 689 689 689 689 689 689 689 689 689 689

Depart USA 2010 APR 22 MAY 13 MAY 20 JUN 10 JUN 17 JUL 8 JUL 15 JUL 26 AUG 5 AUG 12 AUG 23 SEP 2 SEP 9 SEP 20 SEP 30 OCT 7 OCT 18 OCT 28 NOV 4 NOV 15 NOV 25 DEC 2 DEC 13 DEC 23 DEC 30 2011 JAN 10 JAN 20 JAN 27 FEB 10 FEB 17 FEB 24 MAR 3

Start Sydney

Finish Tour Surfers P. Only

APR 24 MAY 15 MAY 22 JUN 12 JUN 19 JUL 10 JUL 17 JUL 28 AUG 7 AUG 14 AUG 25 SEP 4 SEP 11 SEP 22 OCT 2 OCT 9 OCT 20 OCT 30 NOV 6 NOV 17 NOV 27 DEC 4 DEC 15 DEC 25 JAN 1

APR 29 MAY 20 MAY 27 JUN 17 JUN 24 JUL 15 JUL 22 AUG 2 AUG 12 AUG 19 AUG 30 SEP 9 SEP 16 SEP 27 OCT 7 OCT 14 OCT 25 NOV 4 NOV 11 NOV 22 DEC 2 DEC 9 DEC 20 DEC 30 JAN 6

689 689 689 689 689 685 685 685 685 685 685 685 685 685 685 685 685 685 709 709 709 709 709 709 759

JAN 12 JAN 22 JAN 29 FEB 12 FEB 19 FEB 26 MAR 5

JAN 17 JAN 27 FEB 3 FEB 17 FEB 24 MAR 3 MAR 10

709 709 709 709 709 709 709

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

BSSB: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am and Day 8 end Surfers Paradise 8:00am Tour only quad-share reduction: US$95 Tour only single supplement: US$319 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

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 Chifley Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the free day exploring Sydney. Hotel Day 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (Port Stephens) Meet up with your Contiki crew & check out Sydney’s icons. Then head up north to the ‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens & pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruise with the dolphins or try sandboarding. Resort (D) Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge Visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for a panoramic view of Sydney Harbour Day 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs Harbour Continue up Australia’s famous ‘holiday coast’ to the beautiful beaches of Coffs Harbour where our Surf Camp & School has cabins located right on the beach.

We'll teach you how to surf on the best local waves. Surf Village (B,D) See the iconic ‘Big Banana’ Day 6: Coffs Harbour to Surfers Paradise Wander through the relaxed, small coastal town of Byron Bay with its organic lifestyle, artsy shops & fantastic eateries.

Later, encounter native Aussie animals at Currumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B)

Visit Cape Byron - Australia's most easterly point Visit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle a koala & see kangaroos, emus, crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils & more!

Visit stunning Gold Coast beaches Visit Jupiter's Casino Day 7: Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise is the place to party in the ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf, adventure activities & more bars than you could 'poke a stick at'! Hotel Day 8: Surfers Paradise The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

Dracula’s cabaret show

Stay Longer See page 14 for great rates to extend your vacation.

PORT STEPHENS: Sandboard & ‘surf’ down the sandunes COFFS HARBOUR: Surf lesson SURFERS PARADISE: Dracula’s comedy cabaret show & dinner - Spectacular tandem skydive Harley Davidson motorbike tour through the Hinterland - ‘Bushwacker’ guided National Park rainforest walk & lunch - Guided sea-kayak safari

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8 days City to Surf

37 Sydney Explorer Sydney New Year

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Sydney short break package Want a few extra days to get to know this beautiful harbor city? Grab a value-packed collection of extras, excursions and great accommodation with our two night Sydney Explorer package. Book it on its own, or before or after your trip.

Armed with your included Explorer bus and Harbour passes, hop on and off to see the hot spots of Australia’s largest and 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. Shop up a storm in markets & boutiques around Paddington.

With a world-famous harbor and more than 70 sparkling beaches, Sydney has an edgy multiculturalism that fuels amazing food, entertainment and nightlife!

4 Days Sydney New Year Sydney’s New Years Eve celebration is one of the most spectacular in the world. Each year, the summer centers around the city’s famous harbor. With the stunning Harbor Bridge as a backdrop, you’ll see breathtaking fireworks.

To top it off, the streets are filled with a young, vibrant crowd and the bars, clubs, lounges and pubs are pumping.

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4 Da from ys US$ US$59 149/ Day5

3 nights accommodation 2 breakfasts 1 dinner 1 lunch What’s included

Itinerary and included sightseeing Day 1: This afternoon check in to the hotel.

Later, meet up with your Contiki Tour Manager & group. Get to know your new travel buddies over a welcome drink & dinner. Hotel (D) Day 2: Go sightseeing with the group this morning. You’ll get to see all that Sydney has to offer, including some of its iconic Eastern beaches, like Bondi. Tonight, get in on the action as the streets fill with party goers & as fireworks explode over the world-famous harbor. Ring in the New Year! Hotel (B) Day 3: Happy New Year! Today is yours to chill out. Have a late ‘recovery’ lunch & use your day pass to cruise around the stunning harbor. Later in the afternoon, maybe hit Bondi Beach to soak up some sun or climb the Harbor Bridge! Hotel (L) Day 4: Your New Year’s adventure ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

• Three nights triple-share centrally located accommodation (twinshare supplement available)

• Two breakfasts (B), one lunch (L), one dinner (D)

• Dedicated, experienced & professional Tour Manager

• Sydney New Year’s orientation info • Half-day guided sightseeing tour of Sydney & its beaches

• One day Sydney Harbor cruise pass Code: SNYE 2009/10/11 Start Sydney 2009 DEC 30 2010 DEC 30

Finish Sydney

US$ pp

JAN 2

595

JAN 2

615

For Travel Insurance see page 58.

Prices are based on triple-share.

Twin & single supplements available.

Hotel check in from 3:00pm Tour starts at 5:00pm

Go diving with Contiki Dive the Great Barrier Reef! Whether you’ve dived before or not, this Reef experience is hard to beat. It’s the largest on the planet, a natural wonder of the world and World Heritage site with 400 different types of coral and 1500 species of fish – amazing. Take a night dive to see a whole different side of the reef.

Available with tours that start/finish in Cairns including Reefs and Rainforests (p.24-25), Island and Rainforest (p.32-33), Beaches and Reefs (p.26-27), Magical Tropics (p.34), Cairns Sunshine Trail (p.28-29) & Rainforest Adventure (p.35).

Contiki offers 2 great dive packages: • Learn to dive – for beginners (see below) • Dive to adventure – for certified divers (see page 39)

6D 5 N ays fro ight m U s

Da ily exc ep t

Learn to dive package

What’s included

The five day PADI ‘Open Water’ dive course is by far the most popular way to learn.

The adventure of learning to dive combined with staying out on the reef for two nights onboard a boat is really unique. The course takes you to nine of the Great Barrier Reef’s best dive sites and features two days of classroom and in-pool training.

Then it’s onto the boat for actual reef diving. There’s also plenty of time to snorkel, relax and enjoy the reef experience.

• 2 nights twin-share accommodation on nights 3 & 4 onboard the boat • 1 night twin-share resort accommodation • Transfers from Cairns accommodation to training center and boat • 2 breakfasts • 3 lunches • 2 dinners • PADI ‘Open Water’ certificate & manual • Log book • Scuba equipment

Days 1-2: Cairns The first two days of the course are spent at Pro Dive Cairns modern training center learning the theory and practical skills of scuba diving. Each day finishes around 5:30pm.

Days 3-4: Cairns to the dive boat The next three days and two nights are spent living onboard a premium live aboard dive vessel. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in nine dives on a variety of our 16 exclusive dive sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your first four dives will complete your open water certification and then as a certified diver you are able to take up to five more recreational dives. One of these dives is a guided night dive! These extra dives will be a highlight of your course and 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 and crew for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Resort (B,L).

Day 6: Cairns Say a final farewell as your trip ends this morning.

Please note: Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a single will be required.

Important Info An Australian Diving medical certificate is needed. It can be arranged at a cost of A$49.50 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$45. Course is open age. You’ll need to arrange your own accommodation on nights 1 & 2 of this package – ask your agent or Contiki to help.

If you’re staying at an alternative hotel in Cairns to our recommended Cairns Colonial Club, you’ll need to let Pro Dive Cairns know so they can arrange your transfer (prodivecairns.com). Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 984ft or over within 24 hours of your last dive.

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S$ 609

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adventure

See the Whitsundays from your own private yacht! This sailing option upgrade is a great alternative to spending two nights at Daydream Island Resort.

The Whitsundays are part of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area, with over 90 mostly uninhabited national park islands, white beaches, and crystal clear waters. Sailing is a great way to see it all!

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

Swim, snorkel, or relax your way around this tropical paradise. The highlight will definitely be a visit to Whitehaven beach.

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

What’s included 2 nights multi-share accommodation (no twin avail). Dedicated & professional onboard crew. Freshly prepared meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners) Snorkeling equipment.

East Coast Diving & sailing

Dail y ex cep t Mo nda y. To ur c ode CDT A

Dive to adventure package

What’s included

This five day dive and snorkeling adventure will show you the very best of the Outer Great Barrier Reef. It’s unmatched in value. You’ll participate in up to 11 dives over 16 exclusive dive sites.

Day 1: Cairns Check into the Cairns Colonial Club Resort with the rest of the day at leisure to explore Cairns. Resort Day 2: Cairns to the dive boat An early pickup (5:55am) and it’s off to the dive boat and out to the Great Barrier Reef to start the adventure. The sites you’ll visit have been selected for their variety, visibility and quality of coral and marine life. Boat (L,D).

Day 3: Dive boat Today gives you the opportunity to explore this World Heritage listed underwater playground by diving and snorkeling. Back onboard, it’s good fun with fellow divers, stories, shared experiences, great food and a spectacular sunset. Boat (B,L,D).

Day 4: Dive boat to Cairns There’s more diving or snorkeling in different areas of the reef today. Later in the afternoon, return to Cairns with a transfer back to your hotel. Resort (B,L).

Day 5: Cairns Say a final farewell as your trip ends this morning.

• 2 nights twin-share accommodation onboard the boat & 2 nights twinshare resort accommodation • Transfers from Cairns accommodation to the boat • 2 breakfasts • 3 lunches • 2 dinners • 11 dives including 2 night dives (weather permitting) • Dive & snorkeling equipment • Dive insurance

Please note: Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a single will be required.

l a n o i t Op

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5 Da 4 Ni ys fromghts US$ 555

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$45. Course is open age. Digital Underwater Cameras are available for hire. Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 984ft or over within 24 hours of your last dive. A 5 day snorkeling package is also available at a cost of US$475 – see contiki.com/snorkel.

14 Days Territory & Outback

Kings Canyon

1 DARWIN 2 KAKADU N.P Litchfield N.P 1 KATHERINE Mataranka

ys 1335 a D 14 US$ ay from$112/D US

Gulf of Carpentaria

Daly Waters

NORTHERN TERRITORY 1 TENNANT CREEK

Great Barrier Reef

Devils Marbles Wycliffe Well

Ti Tree

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Simpsons Gap

KINGS CANYON 1 WESTERN AUSTRALIA

The Olgas

2

QUEENSLAND

3 ALICE SPRINGS

ULURU

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Your Choice You can start this tour in Darwin and travel it in reverse.

Great Australian Bight

NEW SOUTH WALES

Tasman Sea

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

VICTORIA

KINGS CANYON: Camel ride through an outback station ULURU: A guided helicopter flight over Uluru & The Olgas

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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 and spend the rest of the day exploring Alice Springs. Hotel Day 4: Alice Springs Meet up with your Contiki Crew & explore the Outback's unofficial capital 'The Alice', famous for its remote location. It is the national hub for Aboriginal art and is populated by Aussie characters. Hotel (D) Alice Springs town tour Visit ANZAC Hill lookout See Alice Springs Telegraph Station Visit Alice Springs Desert Park to learn about plants & animals found across the Central Australian desert Visit the important Aboriginal cultural site of Simpson’s Gap Visit West MacDonnell National Park Day 5: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station Strike out West to rugged Kings Creek Station, a working camel station. Tonight do as the real Aussie 'bushies' do & sleep under the stars in a 'comfy swag'.

Outback bush camp (B,D) Cross the Finke River - the oldest river in the world Enjoy a unique experience at an overnight bush camp on a cattle & camel station See the desert night sky & stars Day 6: Kings Creek Station to Uluru Walk through one of the most spectacular sights in central Australia – Kings Canyon.

Then hit the road for the Yulara Resort & watch the sun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock).

Lodge (B) Visit Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National Park Hike to the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole & the 'Lost City' See Mt. Connor, over 700 million years old Day 7: Uluru Watch shadows & changing colors at play as the sun rises over Australia’s famous icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up, on or around ’The Rock’. Then visit Kata Tjuta (The Olga’s) where each rock represents a person, an animal or food from the Aboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B) Entry to Uluru National Park (fee included) See Uluru up close at sunset & sunrise Visit the Uluru Cultural Center Hike the Valley of the Winds at Kata Tjuta (The Olga's) Day 8: Uluru to Alice Springs Take a pit stop at a fascinating institution in outback travel, the traditional Australian Roadhouse, on the return trip to Alice Springs. Hotel (B) Day 9: Alice Springs to Tennant Creek Choose to see the sunrise over the MacDonnell Ranges from a hot air balloon.

Tonight’s stay is in Tennant Creek surrounded by million-acre cattle stations & Aboriginal communities. Hotel (D) Visit the small art gallery in Ti Tree to see Aboriginal art & didgeridoos Maybe sight a UFO in the town of Wycliffe Well

Visit the Devil’s Marbles rock formation Stay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outback town of Tennant Creek Day 10: Tennant Creek to Katherine Stop & ‘tip one back’ at the oldest pub in the Territory before dipping into the refreshing Mataranka Thermal Pools.

Continue on to the lush river town of Katherine. Hotel (B) Visit Daly Waters - the famous outback pub Chill out & swim in the Mataranka thermal pools Visit Elsey - the historic ’We of the Never Never’ homestead Day 11: Katherine to Kakadu National Park Hike, walk, or take an optional boat trip for an up close experience with dramatic Katherine Gorge. Then it’s on to Kakadu National Park via Edith or Gunlom Falls.

Hotel (B,D) Visit mighty Katherine Gorge to see the sheer rock walls & wildlife Day 12: Kakadu National Park 'Be stunned by the ecological 'jewel' of Kakadu and its variety of superb landscapes and wildlife. It has 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 Center Wildlife cruise to see crocodiles & native birds Day 13: Kakadu National Park to Darwin Wind your way to Darwin, an exotic, diverse place that combines East & West & attracts people from all over the country. Tonight maybe try lucking out at the casino or go dancing & party the night away. Hotel (B) Visit Darwin Museum, home to the Cyclone Tracy display Day 14: Darwin to 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. Then it’s back to Darwin where the tour ends & its time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) See the unique, huge termite mounds See Litchfield’s rainforests & rock formations Enjoy a swim at Florence Falls

Stay Longer See page 14 for great rates to extend your vacation.

Northern Territory

Kakadu wildlife cruise

14 days Territory & Outback 11 nights accommodation 9 breakfasts 4 dinners What’s included All as per itinerary

Nourlangie rock art

• 11 nights twin-share accommodation: eight nights in hotels, two nights in a lodge & one night on an outback bush camp in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’ Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Outback bush camp quad/multi-share only

Swim in the rock pools

When to go and how much Code: TEAD 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$ Depart USA 2009 JUL 23 AUG 20 SEP 17 OCT 15 NOV 12 DEC 10 2010 JAN 7 FEB 4 MAR 4 APR 1 APR 29 MAY 27 JUN 24 JUL 22 AUG 19 SEP 16 OCT 14 NOV 11 DEC 9 2011 JAN 6 FEB 3 MAR 3

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Nine breakfasts (B) & four dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Code: TEDA 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Start Finish A.Springs Darwin

Tour Only

JUL 25 AUG 22 SEP 19 OCT 17 NOV 14 DEC 12

AUG 5 SEP 2 SEP 30 OCT 28 NOV 25 DEC 23

1359 1359 1359 1359 1335 1335

JAN 9 FEB 6 MAR 6 APR 3 MAY 1 MAY 29 JUN 26 JUL 24 AUG 21 SEP 18 OCT 16 NOV 13 DEC 11

JAN 20 FEB 17 MAR 17 APR 14 MAY 12 JUN 9 JUL 7 AUG 4 SEP 1 SEP 29 OCT 27 NOV 24 DEC 22

1335 1335 1335 1415 1415 1415 1415 1399 1399 1399 1399 1375 1375

JAN 8 FEB 5 MAR 5

JAN 19 FEB 16 MAR 16

1375 1375 1375

Depart USA 2009 JUL 12 AUG 9 SEP 6 OCT 4 NOV 1 NOV 29 DEC 27 2010 JAN 24 FEB 21 MAR 21 APR 18 MAY 16 JUN 13 JUL 11 AUG 8 SEP 5 OCT 3 OCT 31 NOV 28 DEC 26 2011 JAN 23 FEB 20

Start Darwin

Finish Tour A.Springs Only

JUL 14 AUG 11 SEP 8 OCT 6 NOV 3 DEC 1 DEC 29

JUL 25 AUG 22 SEP 19 OCT 17 NOV 14 DEC 12 JAN 9

1369 1369 1369 1369 1345 1345 1345

JAN 26 FEB 23 MAR 23 APR 20 MAY 18 JUN 15 JUL 13 AUG 10 SEP 7 OCT 5 NOV 2 NOV 30 DEC 28

FEB 6 MAR 6 APR 3 MAY 1 MAY 29 JUN 26 JUL 24 AUG 21 SEP 18 OCT 16 NOV 13 DEC 11 JAN 8

1345 1345 1345 1425 1425 1425 1409 1409 1409 1409 1385 1385 1385

JAN 25 FEB 22

FEB 5 MAR 5

1385 1385

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

TEAD: Day 4 start Alice Springs 9:00am and Day 14 end Darwin 6:00pm Tour only quad-share reduction: US$235 Tour only single supplement: US$480 TEDA: Day 4 start Darwin 7:30am and Day 14 end Alice Springs 12:00noon Tour only quad-share reduction: US$239 Tour only single supplement: US$500 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

Hot air ballooning

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$135.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$69.

See page 13 for details.

ALICE SPRINGS: Dawn hot air balloon flight over desert & the MacDonnell Range - Learn about Aboriginal people on a ‘Dreamtime Bushtucker’ experience KATHERINE: Locally guided cruise of beautiful Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge KAKADU NATIONAL PARK: Scenic flight over this World Heritage Listed area

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9 Days

Northern Territory

9 days Alice & Kakadu

Katherine Gorge cruise

6 nights accommodation 5 breakfasts 2 dinners

Litchfield N.P

2 DARWIN 2 KAKADU N.P 1 KATHERINE Mataranka

Gulf of Carpentaria

Daly Waters

5 ys 9 Da US$84ay from$121/D US

NORTHERN TERRITORY

What’s included

1 TENNANT CREEK Devils Marbles Wycliffe Well

All as per itinerary

• Six nights twin-share hotel accommodation

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Ti Tree

Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Alice Springs

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

Gorge walk

When to go and how much

Kakadu scenic flight

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Alice Springs.

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$85.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$45.

See page 13 for details.

Code: AKDA 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: AKAD 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

2009 JUL 12 AUG 9 SEP 6 OCT 4 NOV 1 NOV 29 DEC 27 2010 JAN 24 FEB 21 MAR 21 APR 18 MAY 16 JUN 13 JUL 11 AUG 8 SEP 5 OCT 3 OCT 31 NOV 28 DEC 26 2011 JAN 23 FEB 20

Start Darwin

Finish Tour A.Springs Only

JUL 14 AUG 11 SEP 8 OCT 6 NOV 3 DEC 1 DEC 29

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

869 869 869 869 855 855 855

JAN 26 FEB 23 MAR 23 APR 20 MAY 18 JUN 15 JUL 13 AUG 10 SEP 7 OCT 5 NOV 2 NOV 30 DEC 28

FEB 1 MAR 1 MAR 29 APR 26 MAY 24 JUN 21 JUL 19 AUG 16 SEP 13 OCT 11 NOV 8 DEC 6 JAN 3

855 855 855 905 905 905 895 895 895 895 879 879 879

JAN 25 FEB 22

JAN 31 FEB 28

879 879

2009 JUN 30 JUL 28 AUG 25 SEP 22 OCT 20 NOV 17 DEC 15 2010 JAN 12 FEB 9 APR 6 MAY 4 JUN 1 JUN 29 JUL 27 AUG 24 SEP 21 OCT 19 NOV 16 DEC 14 2011 JAN 11 FEB 8 MAR 8

Itinerary and included sightseeing

Start Finish A.Springs Darwin

Tour Only

JUL 2 JUL 30 AUG 27 SEP 24 OCT 22 NOV 19 DEC 17

JUL 8 AUG 5 SEP 2 SEP 30 OCT 28 NOV 25 DEC 23

859 859 859 859 859 845 845

JAN 14 FEB 11 APR 8 MAY 6 JUN 3 JUL 1 JUL 29 AUG 26 SEP 23 OCT 21 NOV 18 DEC 16

JAN 20 FEB 17 APR 14 MAY 12 JUN 9 JUL 7 AUG 4 SEP 1 SEP 29 OCT 27 NOV 24 DEC 22

845 845 895 895 895 885 885 885 885 885 869 869

JAN 13 FEB 10 MAR 10

JAN 19 FEB 16 MAR 16

869 869 869

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

AKDA: Day 4 start Darwin 7:30am and Day 9 end Alice Springs 2:00pm Tour only quad-share reduction: US$125 Tour only single supplement: US$279 AKAD: Day 4 start Alice Springs 9:00am and Day 9 end Darwin 6:00pm Tour only quad-share reduction: US$125 Tour only single supplement: US$279 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

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. Then wind your way to Kakadu National Park. Hotel (B,D) Darwin city tour See Darwin’s 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 and its variety of superb landscapes and wildlife. It has 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 Day 7: Kakadu National Park to Katherine Continue on, via Gunlom or Edith Falls, to the surprisingly lush river town of Katherine.

On the way, stop & walk, or take an optional boat trip to experience 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 & ‘enjoying a coldie’ 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 See the mythological Devil’s Marbles rocks before crossing the Tropic of Capricorn.

Arrive in Alice Springs where the tour ends & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) See Aboriginal art & didgeridoos in Ti Tree’s local art gallery Maybe sight a UFO in Wycliffe Well!

Please note: The reverse itinerary (AKAD) one of the nights accommodation in Darwin is replaced with one night in Alice Springs.

KAKADU NATIONAL PARK: Scenic flight over this World Heritage Listed area KATHERINE: Locally guided cruise of beautiful Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge

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More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Five breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Alice & Kakadu

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Northern Territory

Alice & Uluru

8 days Alice & Uluru

Meet the locals

5 nights accommodation 4 breakfasts 2 dinners

Gulf of Carpentaria

5 ys 8 Da US$75ay from$126/D US

NORTHERN TERRITORY

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accommodation (six nights for reverse itinerary): Two nights in hotels, two nights in a lodge & one night on an outback bush camp in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’

Simpsons Gap KINGS CANYON 1 2 ALICE SPRINGS The Olgas 2 ULURU

Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Outback bush camp quad/multi-share only

More info at contiki.com/ ausaccommodation • Four breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Uluru

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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 to meet up with your Contiki Crew. Explore the Outback’s unofficial capital, ‘The Alice’, famous for its remote location. It is the national hub for Aboriginal art and is populated by Aussie characters. Hotel (D) Alice Springs town tour Visit ANZAC Hill lookout See Alice Springs Telegraph Station Visit Alice Springs Desert Park & learn about plants & animals found across the Central Australian desert Visit the important Aboriginal cultural site of Simpson’s Gap Visit West MacDonnell National Park Day 4: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station Strike out West to rugged Kings Creek Station, a working camel station. Tonight do as the real Aussie 'bushies' do & sleep under the stars in a 'comfy swag'.Outback bush camp (B,D) Cross the Finke - the world’s oldest river Enjoy a unique experience at an overnight bush camp on a cattle & camel station See the desert night sky & stars

Day 5: Kings Creek Station to Uluru Walk through one of the most spectacular sights in central Australia – Kings Canyon.

Then hit the road for the Yulara Resort & watch the sun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock).

Lodge (B) Visit Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National Park Hike to the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole & the 'Lost City' See Mt. Connor, over 700 million years old Day 6: Uluru Watch shadows & changing colors at play as the sun rises over Australia’s famous icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up, on or around ’The Rock’. Then visit Kata Tjuta (The Olga’s) where each rock represents a person, an animal or food from the Aboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B) Entry to Uluru National Park (fee included) See Uluru up close at sunset & sunrise Visit the Uluru Cultural Center Hike the Valley of the Winds at Kata Tjuta (The Olga's) Day 7: Uluru to Alice Springs Take a pit stop at a fascinating institution in outback travel, the traditional Australian Roadhouse, on the return trip to Alice Springs. Hotel (B) Day 8: Alice Springs Check out more of the unique local sights or choose to take an amazing optional hot air balloon flight. The tour ends in the afternoon & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends.

Please note: The reverse itinerary (AEAD) will be one day longer in Alice Springs due to international flight schedules.

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

When to go and how much Code: AEDA 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: AEAD 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

2009 JUL 18 AUG 15 SEP 12 OCT 10 NOV 7 DEC 5 2010 JAN 2 JAN 30 FEB 27 MAR 27 APR 24 MAY 22 JUN 19 JUL 17 AUG 14 SEP 11 OCT 9 NOV 6 DEC 4 2011 JAN 1 JAN 29 FEB 26

Start Finish Tour A.Springs A.Springs Only JUL 20 AUG 17 SEP 14 OCT 12 NOV 9 DEC 7

JUL 25 AUG 22 SEP 19 OCT 17 NOV 14 DEC 12

769 769 769 769 755 755

JAN 4 FEB 1 MAR 1 MAR 29 APR 26 MAY 24 JUN 21 JUL 19 AUG 16 SEP 13 OCT 11 NOV 8 DEC 6

JAN 9 FEB 6 MAR 6 APR 3 MAY 1 MAY 29 JUN 26 JUL 24 AUG 21 SEP 18 OCT 16 NOV 13 DEC 11

755 755 755 755 799 799 799 795 795 795 795 775 775

JAN 3 JAN 31 FEB 28

JAN 8 FEB 5 MAR 5

775 775 775

2009 JUL 23 AUG 20 SEP 17 OCT 15 NOV 12 DEC 10 2010 JAN 7 FEB 4 APR 1 APR 29 MAY 27 JUN 24 JUL 22 AUG 19 SEP 16 OCT 14 NOV 11 DEC 9 2011 JAN 6 FEB 3 MAR 3

Start Finish Tour A.Springs A.Springs Only JUL 25 AUG 22 SEP 19 OCT 17 NOV 14 DEC 12

JUL 31 AUG 28 SEP 25 OCT 23 NOV 20 DEC 18

819 819 819 819 805 805

JAN 9 FEB 6 APR 3 MAY 1 MAY 29 JUN 26 JUL 24 AUG 21 SEP 18 OCT 16 NOV 13 DEC 11

JAN 15 FEB 12 APR 9 MAY 7 JUN 4 JUL 2 JUL 30 AUG 27 SEP 24 OCT 22 NOV 19 DEC 17

805 805 849 849 849 849 845 845 845 845 825 825

JAN 8 FEB 5 MAR 5

JAN 14 FEB 11 MAR 11

825 825 825

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

AEDA: Day 3 start Alice Springs 2:00pm and Day 8 end Alice Springs 12:00noon Tour only quad-share reduction: US$115 Tour only single supplement: US$225 AEAD: Day 4 start Alice Springs 9:00am and Day 9 end Alice Springs 10:00am Tour only quad-share reduction: US$129 Tour only single supplement: US$265 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

Quad biking

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$75.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$39.

See page 13 for details.

ALICE SPRINGS: Dawn hot air balloon flight over desert - Learn about Aboriginal people on a ‘Dreamtime Bushtucker’ experience 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 & snacks

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Say ‘Kia Ora’ to some of the most spectacular scenery on earth! NZ stuns travelers with its breathtaking mountain ranges, volcanoes, hot springs, glaciers, pristine rainforests and miles of uncrowded coastline. Combine that with its status as ‘Adventure Capital of the World’, and you’re in for one awesome trip!

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Milford Sound overnight cruise

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New Zealand

Sleep in amazing places like...

Lake Ohau Lodge

On a sailing boat, cruising the breathtaking Milford Sound In the Bay of Islands at a resort hotel near the beach A cozy Queenstown lodge looking over the lake & snow-capped mountains At a rainforest retreat in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier village On the doorstep of glacial Lake Ohau & the surrounding wilderness When in the cities, it’s quality, central hotels There’s more online at contiki.com/nzaccommodation

Heli-glacier trip

Jetboat adventure

Pump the adrenaline with bungee, canyon swinging & sky divlsing poo Relaaaaax in Rotorua’s hot thermal aut’ ban ‘Zor a Become Carve on the slopes skiing & boarding

Do some serious feasting at a traditional Maori Hangi Hike on an ancient glacier ds Cruise the beautiful Bay of Islan

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Get close to nature on a seal spotting safari

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Swim with dolphins

Meet a kiwi (…the bird, that is) s at Waitomo Blackwater raft underground cave Agrodome Get a taste for NZ farm life at thech Surf the sand dunes at 90 Mile Bea ng, Take the triple challenge - jetboati whitewater rafting & a heli ride

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Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Christchurch or Queenstown and save up to US$60.

Hokitika

Arthur’s Pass

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 1 Haast Pass

MILFORD SOUND 1

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SOUTH ISLAND

2 CHRISTCHURCH Lake Tekapo

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Pacific Ocean

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You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

BAY OF ISLANDS: Day tour to ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ with off-roading & sand dune ‘surfing’ - Fishing trip

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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 Crew & head to the laidback lifestyle of the Northland region.

Later, chill out in seaside Paihia. Hotel (D) Venture across Auckland's Harbour Bridge & see the 'City of Sails' harbor See Auckland’s Sky Tower Free time in Parry Kauri Park, home to many ancient giant kauri trees Day 4: Bay of Islands Chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands or try out watersports. Hotel (B) Day 5: Bay of Islands to Waitomo Circle back to Auckland. After lunch, roll through the lush, countryside to Waitomo, with its amazing limestone formations & visit the glittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (B,D) Enjoy a typical New Zealand country pub Pizza party Day 6: Waitomo to Rotorua Enter Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermal area & a cultural center of the native Maori people. Soak in hot, bubbly pools and then chow down at a traditional Maori hangi & concert. Hotel (B) Rotorua city tour Visit Agrodome Theme Park to see Kiwi farm animals & a world famous sheep show Day 7: Rotorua to Taupo Travel through the volcanic Wairakei area and find yourself in Taupo, which offers some great back-to-nature adventure activities. Resort (B) See raging Huka Falls View Lake Taupo - New Zealand’s largest lake Day 8: Taupo to Wellington Journey through World Heritage listed Tanogario National Park, to the vibrant capital with the coolest nightlife in NZ. Hotel (B) See the dramatic volcanic landscape made famous in the 'Lord of the Rings' See the active volcano - Mt Ruapehu Wellington city tour Visit Mt. Victoria for panoramic views Day 9: Wellington Check out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressive harbor views & 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 on a ferry to a whole different world on the South Island. Travel stunning coastline, to Christchurch. Hotel (B)

16 Day option for the Grand Explorer Short for time? We’ve got a 16 day version of the Grand Explorer tour that starts or ends in Queenstown, & includes Milford Sound.

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. Hotel (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 & Queenstown.

Lodge (B,D) 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 two free days to explore the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’ & its endless activities. Plus its atmospheric restaurants, bars & lakeside setting will blow your mind! Lodge (B)(B) Queenstown tour See The Remarkables & Coronet Peak mountain ranges

Days 13-14: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? If you’re traveling in July or August choose to ski or board for 2 full days - we can even organize ski equipment and lessons for you. Lodge. (B)(B) Day 15: Queenstown to Milford Sound First up, a pit stop at the home of bungee Kawarau Bridge. Give this crazy thrill-sport a go!

Take it easy traveling through striking countryside to Milford Sound. Overnight cruise (B,D) Contiki exclusive overnight cruise on Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park Cruise past rocky cliffs & forested slopes See the inspiring 5551ft high Mitre Peak Day 16: Milford Sound to Lake Ohau Pan for gold in the quaint, old mining town of Arrowtown. Later set out for the beautiful blue glacial Lake Ohau. Lodge (B,D) Soak up the historical ambience of Arrowtown with its original buildings Catch a glimpse of impressive Mt. Cook Day 17: Lake Ohau to Christchurch Opt in for an amazing scenic flight over Mt. Cook. Then cut through Mackenzie Country back to Christchurch for free time. Hotel (B) Day 18: Finish Christchurch Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning after breakfast. (B)

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• For 16 day tour price - deduct US$125 from price in the price box.

• Tour only quad reduction: US$139.

• Tour only single supplement: US$459.

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

• Code: ex Queenstown: NDZC. Start 11:00am/End 12:00 noon.

• 16 day tour starts or ends at Queenstown airport.

Save Money? Pay 12 months in advance & save US$139. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$69.

See page 13 for details.

When to go and how much Code: NGZA 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: NGZC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

2009 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 2010 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 3 MAR 15 MAR 27 APR 8 APR 20 MAY 2 MAY 14 MAY 26 JUN 7 JUN 19 JUL 1 JUL 13 JUL 25 AUG 6 AUG 18 AUG 30 SEP 11 SEP 23 OCT 5 OCT 17 OCT 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 2011 JAN 1 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 2 MAR 14 MAR 26

Start Finish Tour Auckland C’church Only 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

JUL 19 JUL 31 AUG 12 AUG 24 SEP 5 SEP 17 SEP 29 OCT 11 OCT 23 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 14 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3 JAN 7 JAN 11 JAN 15

1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610

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 MAR 1 MAR 5 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 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

JAN 19 JAN 23 JAN 27 JAN 31 FEB 4 FEB 8 FEB 12 FEB 16 FEB 20 FEB 24 FEB 28 MAR 4 MAR 8 MAR 12 MAR 16 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 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 13 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10 JAN 14

1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1590 1590 1590 1590 1590 1590 1590 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1605 1605 1605 1605 1605 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645

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 4 MAR 16 MAR 28

JAN 18 JAN 22 JAN 26 JAN 30 FEB 3 FEB 7 FEB 11 FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 15 MAR 19 MAR 31 APR 12

1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645

2009 JUL 1 JUL 13 JUL 25 AUG 6 AUG 18 AUG 30 SEP 11 SEP 23 OCT 5 OCT 17 OCT 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 2010 JAN 1 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 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 2011 DEC 31 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 MAR 1 MAR 13 MAR 25

New Zealand

Start Finish Tour C’church Auckland Only JUL 3 JUL 15 JUL 27 AUG 8 AUG 20 SEP 1 SEP 13 SEP 25 OCT 7 OCT 19 OCT 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

JUL 18 JUL 30 AUG 11 AUG 23 SEP 4 SEP 16 SEP 28 OCT 10 OCT 22 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 13 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10 JAN 14

1485 1485 1485 1485 1485 1485 1485 1485 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1565 1565 1565

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 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 18 JAN 22 JAN 26 JAN 30 FEB 3 FEB 7 FEB 11 FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 15 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 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

1565 1565 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1530 1530 1530 1530 1530 1530 1530 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1600 1600 1600

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 3 MAR 15 MAR 27

JAN 17 JAN 21 JAN 25 JAN 29 FEB 2 FEB 6 FEB 10 FEB 14 FEB 18 FEB 22 FEB 26 MAR 2 MAR 6 MAR 10 MAR 14 MAR 18 MAR 30 APR 11

1600 1600 1600 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

(Quad-share on Milford Wanderer).

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

NGZA: Day 3 start Auckland 12:00 noon and Day 18 end Christchurch 8:00am Tour only quad reduction: US$165 Tour only single supplement: US$509 NGZC: Day 4 start Christchurch 8:00am and Day 18 end Auckland 12:00 noon Tour only quad reduction: US$165 Tour only single supplement: US$509 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

18 days Grand Explorer 15 nights accommodation 15 breakfasts 6 dinners What’s included All as per itinerary

• 15 nights twin-share accommodation: nine nights in hotels & resorts, five nights in lodges & one night onboard a cruise boat.

Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Cruise boat quad-share only

• 15 breakfasts (B) & six dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges • More info at contiki.com/ nzaccommodation

Riverboarding

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$155.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$75.

See page 13 for details.

WAITOMO: Black water rafting through underground caves ROTORUA: Traditional Maori Hangi feast & cultural show - Guided walk through the bush to spot Kiwis LAKE TAUPO: Parasailing WELLINGTON: Day trip to major ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie locations FOX GLACIER: Guided glacier hike right onto the glacier itself (gear provided) QUEENSTOWN: Scenic tandem skydive - AJ Hackett bungee jump - Skyswing 1312ft above the town LAKE TEKAPO: Scenic flight over glaciers & Mt Cook, NZ’s highest peak

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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 Crew & head to the laidback lifestyle of the Northland region.

Later, chill out in seaside Paihia. Hotel (D) Venture across Auckland's Harbour Bridge & see the 'City of Sails' harbor See Auckland’s Sky Tower Free time in Parry Kauri Park, home to many ancient giant kauri trees Day 4: Bay of Islands Chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands or try out watersports. Hotel (B) Day 5: Bay of Islands to Waitomo Circle back to Auckland. After lunch, roll through the lush, countryside to Waitomo, with its amazing limestone formations & visit the glittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (B,D) Enjoy a typical New Zealand country pub Pizza party Day 6: Waitomo to Rotorua Enter Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermal area & a cultural center of the native Maori people. Soak in hot, bubbly pools and then chow down at a traditional Maori hangi & concert. Hotel (B) Rotorua city tour Visit Agrodome Theme Park to see Kiwi farm animals & a world famous sheep show Day 7: Rotorua to Taupo Travel through the volcanic Wairakei area and find yourself in Taupo, which offers some great back-to-nature adventure activities. Resort (B) See raging Huka Falls View Lake Taupo - New Zealand’s largest lake Day 8: Taupo to Wellington Journey through World Heritage listed Tanogario National Park, to the vibrant capital with the coolest nightlife in NZ. Hotel (B) See the dramatic volcanic landscape made famous in the 'Lord of the Rings' See the active volcano - Mt Ruapehu Wellington city tour Visit Mt. Victoria for panoramic views Day 9: Wellington Check out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressive harbor views & 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 on a ferry to a whole different world on the South Island. Travel stunning coastline, to Christchurch. Hotel (B)

16 Day option for the Grand Explorer Short for time? We’ve got a 16 day version of the Grand Explorer tour that starts or ends in Queenstown, & includes Milford Sound.

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. Hotel (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 & Queenstown.

Lodge (B,D) 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 two free days to explore the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’ & its endless activities. Plus its atmospheric restaurants, bars & lakeside setting will blow your mind! Lodge (B)(B) Queenstown tour See The Remarkables & Coronet Peak mountain ranges

Days 13-14: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? If you’re traveling in July or August choose to ski or board for 2 full days - we can even organize ski equipment and lessons for you. Lodge. (B)(B) Day 15: Queenstown to Milford Sound First up, a pit stop at the home of bungee Kawarau Bridge. Give this crazy thrill-sport a go!

Take it easy traveling through striking countryside to Milford Sound. Overnight cruise (B,D) Contiki exclusive overnight cruise on Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park Cruise past rocky cliffs & forested slopes See the inspiring 5551ft high Mitre Peak Day 16: Milford Sound to Lake Ohau Pan for gold in the quaint, old mining town of Arrowtown. Later set out for the beautiful blue glacial Lake Ohau. Lodge (B,D) Soak up the historical ambience of Arrowtown with its original buildings Catch a glimpse of impressive Mt. Cook Day 17: Lake Ohau to Christchurch Opt in for an amazing scenic flight over Mt. Cook. Then cut through Mackenzie Country back to Christchurch for free time. Hotel (B) Day 18: Finish Christchurch Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning after breakfast. (B)

60 ays 16 D US$13 from 98/Day US$ ly r on Tou

• For 16 day tour price - deduct US$125 from price in the price box.

• Tour only quad reduction: US$139.

• Tour only single supplement: US$459.

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

• Code: ex Queenstown: NDZC. Start 11:00am/End 12:00 noon.

• 16 day tour starts or ends at Queenstown airport.

Save Money? Pay 12 months in advance & save US$139. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$69.

See page 13 for details.

When to go and how much Code: NGZA 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: NGZC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

2009 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 2010 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 3 MAR 15 MAR 27 APR 8 APR 20 MAY 2 MAY 14 MAY 26 JUN 7 JUN 19 JUL 1 JUL 13 JUL 25 AUG 6 AUG 18 AUG 30 SEP 11 SEP 23 OCT 5 OCT 17 OCT 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 2011 JAN 1 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 2 MAR 14 MAR 26

Start Finish Tour Auckland C’church Only 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

JUL 19 JUL 31 AUG 12 AUG 24 SEP 5 SEP 17 SEP 29 OCT 11 OCT 23 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 14 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3 JAN 7 JAN 11 JAN 15

1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610

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 MAR 1 MAR 5 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 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

JAN 19 JAN 23 JAN 27 JAN 31 FEB 4 FEB 8 FEB 12 FEB 16 FEB 20 FEB 24 FEB 28 MAR 4 MAR 8 MAR 12 MAR 16 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 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 13 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10 JAN 14

1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1610 1590 1590 1590 1590 1590 1590 1590 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1575 1605 1605 1605 1605 1605 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645

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 4 MAR 16 MAR 28

JAN 18 JAN 22 JAN 26 JAN 30 FEB 3 FEB 7 FEB 11 FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 15 MAR 19 MAR 31 APR 12

1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645

2009 JUL 1 JUL 13 JUL 25 AUG 6 AUG 18 AUG 30 SEP 11 SEP 23 OCT 5 OCT 17 OCT 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 2010 JAN 1 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 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 2011 DEC 31 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 MAR 1 MAR 13 MAR 25

New Zealand

Start Finish Tour C’church Auckland Only JUL 3 JUL 15 JUL 27 AUG 8 AUG 20 SEP 1 SEP 13 SEP 25 OCT 7 OCT 19 OCT 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

JUL 18 JUL 30 AUG 11 AUG 23 SEP 4 SEP 16 SEP 28 OCT 10 OCT 22 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 13 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10 JAN 14

1485 1485 1485 1485 1485 1485 1485 1485 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1565 1565 1565

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 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 18 JAN 22 JAN 26 JAN 30 FEB 3 FEB 7 FEB 11 FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 23 FEB 27 MAR 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 15 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 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

1565 1565 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1550 1530 1530 1530 1530 1530 1530 1530 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1600 1600 1600

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 3 MAR 15 MAR 27

JAN 17 JAN 21 JAN 25 JAN 29 FEB 2 FEB 6 FEB 10 FEB 14 FEB 18 FEB 22 FEB 26 MAR 2 MAR 6 MAR 10 MAR 14 MAR 18 MAR 30 APR 11

1600 1600 1600 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

(Quad-share on Milford Wanderer).

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

NGZA: Day 3 start Auckland 12:00 noon and Day 18 end Christchurch 8:00am Tour only quad reduction: US$165 Tour only single supplement: US$509 NGZC: Day 4 start Christchurch 8:00am and Day 18 end Auckland 12:00 noon Tour only quad reduction: US$165 Tour only single supplement: US$509 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

18 days Grand Explorer 15 nights accommodation 15 breakfasts 6 dinners What’s included All as per itinerary

• 15 nights twin-share accommodation: nine nights in hotels & resorts, five nights in lodges & one night onboard a cruise boat.

Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Cruise boat quad-share only

• 15 breakfasts (B) & six dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges • More info at contiki.com/ nzaccommodation

Riverboarding

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$155.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$75.

See page 13 for details.

WAITOMO: Black water rafting through underground caves ROTORUA: Traditional Maori Hangi feast & cultural show - Guided walk through the bush to spot Kiwis LAKE TAUPO: Parasailing WELLINGTON: Day trip to major ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie locations FOX GLACIER: Guided glacier hike right onto the glacier itself (gear provided) QUEENSTOWN: Scenic tandem skydive - AJ Hackett bungee jump - Skyswing 1312ft above the town LAKE TEKAPO: Scenic flight over glaciers & Mt Cook, NZ’s highest peak

16 Days Grand Adventurer

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TAUPO 1 NORTH ISLAND

Tasman Sea

Tongariro N.P

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Cook Straight Picton

2 WELLINGTON

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Christchurch or Queenstown and save up to US$45.

Hokitika

Arthur’s Pass

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 1 Haast Pass

MILFORD SOUND 1

Ka iko ura

Co ast

SOUTH ISLAND

2 CHRISTCHURCH Lake Tekapo

1 LAKE OHAU 3 QUEENSTOWN

Pacific Ocean

Te Anau

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

WAITOMO: Guided tours of Ruakuri or Waitomo Caves to see the famous glowworms & rock formations

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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 Crew & roll through lush, green countryside to Waitomo, with its amazing limestone formations & visit the glittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (D) Enjoy a typical New Zealand country pub Pizza party Day 4: Waitomo to Rotorua Enter Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermal area & a cultural center of the native Maori people. Soak in hot, bubbly pools and then chow down at a traditional Maori hangi & concert. Hotel (B) Rotorua city tour Visit Agrodome Theme Park to see Kiwi farm animals & a world famous sheep show Day 5: Rotorua to Taupo Travel through the volcanic Wairakei area and find yourself in Taupo, which offers some great back-to-nature adventure activities.” Resort (B) See raging Huka Falls View Lake Taupo - a vast crater created from a volcanic blast & New Zealand’s largest lake Day 6: Taupo to Wellington Journey through World Heritage Listed Tanogario National Park, the vibrant capital with the coolest nightlife in NZ. Hotel (B) See the dramatic volcanic landscape made famous in the 'Lord of the Rings' See the active volcano - Mt. Ruapehu Wellington city tour Visit Mt. Victoria for panoramic views Day 7: Wellington Check out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressive harbor views & 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 on a ferry to a whole different world on the South Island. Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline through the country’s largest wine region to 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 Hokitika.

Then later, it’s on to Franz Josef. Hotel (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. Lodge (B,D) 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 two free days to explore the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’ & its endless list of activities. Its atmospheric restaurants, bars & lakeside setting that will blow your mind!

Lodge (B)(B) Queenstown tour See The Remarkables & Coronet Peak mountain ranges

Days 11-12: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? If you’re traveling in July or August choose to ski or board for 2 full days - we can even organize ski equipment and lessons for you. Lodge. (B)(B) Day 13: Queenstown to Milford Sound First up, a pit stop at the home of bungee Kawarau Bridge. Give this crazy thrill-sport a go! Take it easy traveling through stunning country-side to Milford Sound. Overnight cruise (B,D) Contiki exclusive overnight cruise on Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park Cruise past sheer rocky cliffs & forests clinging to the slopes See the inspiring 5551ft high Mitre Peak Day 14: Milford Sound to Lake Ohau Pan for gold in the quaint, old mining town of Arrowtown. Later set out for the beautiful blue glacial Lake Ohau. Lodge (B,D) Soak up the historical ambience of Arrowtown with its original wooden & stone buildings Catch a glimpse of impressive Mt. Cook Day 15: Lake Ohau to Christchurch Opt in for an amazing scenic flight over Mt. Cook. Then cut through Mackenzie Country back to Chirstchurch for free time. Hotel (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)

14 Day option for the Grand Adventurer Short for time? We’ve got a 14 day version of the Grand Adventurer tour that starts or ends in Queenstown & includes Milford Sound.

ays $1190 D 4 1 US y from 100/Da US$ ly r on Tou

• For 14 day tour price - deduct US$125 from price in the price box.

• Tour only quad reduction: US$115.

• Tour only single supplement: US$365.

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

• Code: ex Queenstown: NBZC. Start 11:00am/End 12:00 noon.

• 14 day tour starts or ends at Queenstown airport.

Save Money! Pay 12 months in advance & save US$125. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$65.

See page 13 for details.

When to go and how much Code: NPZA 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: NPZC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

2009 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 2010 DEC 31 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 MAR 1 MAR 5 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 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 2011 DEC 30 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 4 MAR 16 MAR 28

Start Finish Tour Auckland C’church Only 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

JUL 19 JUL 31 AUG 12 AUG 24 SEP 5 SEP 17 SEP 29 OCT 11 OCT 23 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 14 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3 JAN 7 JAN 11

1360 1360 1360 1360 1360 1360 1360 1360 1390 1390 1390 1390 1390 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420

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 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 15 JAN 19 JAN 23 JAN 27 JAN 31 FEB 4 FEB 8 FEB 12 FEB 16 FEB 20 FEB 24 FEB 28 MAR 4 MAR 8 MAR 12 MAR 16 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 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 13 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6 JAN 10

1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1420 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1390 1390 1390 1390 1390 1390 1390 1390 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445

JAN 1 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 2 MAR 6 MAR 18 MAR 30

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 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 15 MAR 19 MAR 31 APR 12

1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445

2009 JUL 1 JUL 13 JUL 25 AUG 6 AUG 18 AUG 30 SEP 11 SEP 23 OCT 5 OCT 17 OCT 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 2010 JAN 1 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 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 2011 DEC 31 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 MAR 1 MAR 13 MAR 25

New Zealand

Start Finish Tour C’church Auckland Only JUL 3 JUL 15 JUL 27 AUG 8 AUG 20 SEP 1 SEP 13 SEP 25 OCT 7 OCT 19 OCT 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

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

1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1390 1390 1390 1390

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 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 16 JAN 20 JAN 24 JAN 28 FEB 1 FEB 5 FEB 9 FEB 13 FEB 17 FEB 21 FEB 25 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

1390 1390 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1345 1370 1370 1370 1370 1370 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1415 1415 1415

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 3 MAR 15 MAR 27

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 4 MAR 8 MAR 12 MAR 16 MAR 28 APR 9

1415 1415 1415 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

(Quad-share on Milford Wanderer).

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

NPZA: Day 3 start Auckland 12:00 noon and Day 16 end Christchurch 8:00am Tour only quad reduction: US$145 Tour only single supplement: US$429 NPZC: Day 4 start Christchurch 8:00am and Day 16 end Auckland 12:00 noon Tour only quad reduction: US$145 Tour only single supplement: US$429 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

16 days Grand Adventurer 13 nights accommodation 13 breakfasts 5 dinners What’s included All as per itinerary

• 13 nights twin-share accommodation: seven nights in hotels & resorts, five nights in lodges & one night onboard a cruise boat.

Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Cruise boat quad-share only

• 13 breakfasts (B) & five dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges • More info at contiki.com/ nzaccommodation

Quad biking, Wellington

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$135.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$69.

See page 13 for details.

ROTORUA: Skyline gondola and luge rides - Guided walk through the bush to spot Kiwis & Tuataras LAKE TAUPO: Rocks‘n’Ropes adventure course (trapezes, high-wires, tightropes) WELLINGTON: Quad biking through rugged, outback bushland - In-depth Wellington city tour FOX GLACIER: Heli-hike tour - fly to & walk on the glacier QUEENSTOWN: Whitewater raft on the Shotover or Kawarau Rivers LAKE TEKAPO: Scenic flight over glaciers & Mt Cook, NZ’s highest peak

11 Days Scenic Southern

Queenstown

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Tasman Sea

NORTH ISLAND

Cook Straight

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Picton

Wellington

Hokitika

Your Choice Take the reverse tour starting in Christchurch or Wellington.

Arthur’s Pass

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 1 Haast Pass

MILFORD SOUND 1

Ka iko ura

Co ast

SOUTH ISLAND

2 CHRISTCHURCH Lake Tekapo

1 LAKE OHAU 3 QUEENSTOWN

Pacific Ocean

Te Anau

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

LAKE TEKAPO: Scenic flight over glaciers and Mt Cook, NZ’s highest peak

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W For more go to contiki.com/south

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 Crew and set out for Lake Ohau this morning. On the way, cut through Mackenzie Country, snap a picture of glacial Lake Tekapo’s brilliant turquoise water, and catch a glimpse of impressive Mt. Cook. Lodge (D) Day 5: Lake Ohau to Milford Sound Pan for gold in the quaint, old mining town of Arrowtown. Then its back on the road to travel through more dramatic countryside and through Homer Tunnel en route to the world-famous Milford Sound.

Overnight cruise (B,D) Soak up the historical ambiance of Arrowtown with its original wooden & stone buildings Contiki exclusive overnight cruise on Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park Cruise past sheer rocky cliffs & forests clinging to the slopes See the awe-inspiring 5551ft high Mitre Peak Day 6: Milford Sound to Queenstown First up, a pit-stop at the home of bungee - Kawarau Bridge. Give this crazy thrillsport a go! After the adrenaline rush, take it easy as we continue on to a travelers favorite - Queenstown. Lodge (B,D) Days 7-8: Queenstown You’ve got two free days to explore the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’ & its endless list of activities. Its atmospheric restaurants, bars & lakeside setting will blow your mind! Lodge (B)(B) Queenstown tour See The Remarkables & Coronet Peak mountain ranges

Day 9: Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier Hit the road and pass the last of the breathtaking Southern Lakes area and up over Haast Pass to icy terrain of the Franz Josef and Fox Glacier region. Hotel (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 and then through the majestic Southern Alps on an amazing drive back to Christchurch where you’ll have free time to explore. (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.

Stay Longer See page 14 for great rates to extend your vacation.

Glacier walk

Days 7-8: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? If you’re traveling in July or August choose to ski or board for 2 full days - we can even organize ski equipment and lessons for you. Lodge. (B)(B)

12 Day option for the Scenic Southern Have more time? Do a longer, 12 day version of the Scenic Southern tour that starts or ends in Wellington, & includes Milford Sound.

ays $950 D 2 1 US from 95/Day US$

• For 12 day tour price - add US$125 to price in the price box.

• Tour only quad reduction: US$95.

• Tour only single supplement: US$340.

• 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.

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Save Money! Pay 12 months in advance & save US$95. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$49.

See page 13 for details.

When to go and how much Code: NSZC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: NSZA 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

2009 JUL 1 JUL 13 JUL 25 AUG 6 AUG 18 AUG 30 SEP 11 SEP 23 OCT 5 OCT 17 OCT 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 2010 JAN 1 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 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 2011 DEC 31 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 MAR 1 MAR 13 MAR 25

Start Finish Tour C’church C’church Only JUL 3 JUL 15 JUL 27 AUG 8 AUG 20 SEP 1 SEP 13 SEP 25 OCT 7 OCT 19 OCT 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

JUL 11 JUL 23 AUG 4 AUG 16 AUG 28 SEP 9 SEP 21 OCT 3 OCT 15 OCT 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3 JAN 7

825 825 825 825 825 825 825 825 840 840 840 840 840 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855

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 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 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 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 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

855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 845 845 845 845 845 845 845 840 840 840 840 840 840 840 840 850 850 850 850 850 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870

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 3 MAR 15 MAR 27

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 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 23 APR 4

870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870

2009 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 2010 JAN 1 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 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 2011 DEC 31 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 MAR 1 MAR 5 MAR 9 MAR 21 APR 2

New Zealand

Start Finish Tour C’church C’church Only JUL 11 JUL 23 AUG 4 AUG 16 AUG 28 SEP 9 SEP 21 OCT 3 OCT 15 OCT 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

JUL 19 JUL 31 AUG 12 AUG 24 SEP 5 SEP 17 SEP 29 OCT 11 OCT 23 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 14 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3 JAN 7

825 825 825 825 825 825 825 840 840 840 840 840 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855

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 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 26 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 13 DEC 17 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29

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 4 MAR 8 MAR 12 MAR 16 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 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 13 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6

855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 845 845 845 845 845 845 845 840 840 840 840 840 840 840 840 850 850 850 850 850 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870

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 3 MAR 7 MAR-11 MAR 23 APR 4

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 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 15 MAR 19 MAR 31 APR 12

870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870 870

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

(Quad-share on Milford Wanderer).

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

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

Tour only quad reduction: US$90 Tour only single supplement: US$249 NSZA: Day 4 start Christchurch 8:00am and Day 11 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only quad reduction: US$90 Tour only single supplement: US$249 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

11 days Scenic Southern 8 nights accommodation 7 breakfasts 4 dinners What’s included All as per itinerary

• Eight nights twin-share accommodation: two nights in a hotel, one night in a resort, four nights in lodges & one night onboard a cruise boat Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

Cruise boat quad-share only

• Seven breakfasts (B) & four dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges • More info at contiki.com/ nzaccommodation

Partying in Queenstown

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$85.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$39.

See page 13 for details.

QUEENSTOWN: Thrilling jet boat ride through the Shotover River - River ‘boogie boarding’ (with flippers)! Canyon swing on a giant rope across the Shotover River, 358ft up!

FOX GLACIER: Guided glacier hike onto the glacier itself (gear provided) - Heli-hike tour - fly to & walk on the glacier - Scenic helicopter flight to see Mt Cook & walk on Fox glacier

11 Days Northern Highlights

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ys 830 a D 11 US$ y from$93/Da US

Places visited 1 1 or more nightstops

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Auckland

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WAITOMO CAVES 1

1 ROTORUA Huka Falls

TAUPO 1 NORTH ISLAND

Tasman Sea

Tongariro N.P

Your Choice Cook Straight Picton

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SOUTH ISLAND

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Take the reverse tour starting in Christchurch or Wellington and save up to US$25.

Pacific Ocean

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You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s some of what you could do (at an additional cost):

BAY OF ISLANDS: Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkeling with lunch - Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls

53 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 Crew & head up to the & green Northland region with its laidback 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 This region ranks as one of NZ’s top natural playgrounds – chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands, or try out watersports. 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 & visit the glittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (B,D) Enjoy a traditional New Zealand country pub

See raging Huka Falls View Lake Taupo - a vast crater created from a volcanic blast & New Zealand’s largest lake Day 8: Taupo to Wellington Journey through World Heritage listed Tanogario National Park, the vibrant capital with the coolest nightlife in NZ. Hotel (B) See the dramatic volcanic landscape made famous in the 'Lord of the Rings' See the active volcano, Mt. Ruapehu Wellington city tour Visit Mt. Victoria for panoramic views Day 9: Wellington Check out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressive harbor views & 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 on a ferry to a whole different world on the South Island. Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline through the country’s largest wine region to Christchurch where you’ll have free time to explore. (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)

Bay of Islands

W For more go to contiki.com/north

Pizza party Day 6: Waitomo to Rotorua Enter Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermal area & a cultural center of the native Maori people. Soak in hot, bubbly pools and then chow down at a traditional Maori hangi & concert. Hotel (B) Rotorua city tour Visit Agrodome Theme Park to see Kiwi farm animals & a world famous sheep show Day 7: Rotorua to Taupo Travel through the volcanic Wairakei area and find yourself in Taupo, which offers some great back-to-nature adventure activities. Resort (B)

9 Day option for the Northern Highlights Short on time? Do the 9 day version of the Northern Highlights tour that starts or ends in Wellington.

5 ys 9 Da US$64 from 93/Day US$ ly r on Tou

• For 9 day tour price - deduct US$185 from price in the price box.

• Tour only quad reduction: US$50.

• Tour only single supplement: US$285.

• 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 Money! Pay 12 months in advance & save US$69. Or pay 6 months in advance & save US$35.

See page 13 for details.

When to go and how much Code: NNHA 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Code: NNHC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$

Depart USA

Depart USA

2009 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 2010 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 3 MAR 15 MAR 27 APR 8 APR 20 MAY 2 MAY 14 MAY 26 JUN 7 JUN 19 JUL 1 JUL 13 JUL 25 AUG 6 AUG 18 AUG 30 SEP 11 SEP 23 OCT 5 OCT 17 OCT 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 2011 JAN 1 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 2 MAR 14 MAR 26

Start Finish Tour Auckland C’church Only 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

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

855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 875 875 875 875 875 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890

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 MAR 1 MAR 5 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 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

JAN 12 JAN 16 JAN 20 JAN 24 JAN 28 FEB 1 FEB 5 FEB 9 FEB 13 FEB 17 FEB 21 FEB 25 MAR 1 MAR 5 MAR 9 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 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30 JAN 3 JAN 7

890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 890 880 880 880 880 880 880 880 875 875 875 875 875 875 875 875 890 890 890 890 890 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910

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 4 MAR 16 MAR 28

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 4 MAR 8 MAR 12 MAR 24 APR 5

910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910

2009 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 2010 DEC 31 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 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 2011 DEC 30 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 4 MAR 8 MAR 20 APR 1

New Zealand

Start Finish Tour C’church Auckland Only JUL 10 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

JUL 18 JUL 30 AUG 11 AUG 23 SEP 4 SEP 16 SEP 28 OCT 10 OCT 22 NOV 3 NOV 11 NOV 19 NOV 27 DEC 5 DEC 13 DEC 21 DEC 25 DEC 29 JAN 2 JAN 6

830 830 830 830 830 830 830 850 850 850 850 850 865 865 865 865 865 875 875 875

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 3 MAR 7 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 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28

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 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 15 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 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 12 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 JAN 1 JAN 5

875 875 875 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 865 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 855 850 850 850 850 850 850 850 865 865 865 865 865 885 885 885 885 885 895 895 895

JAN 1 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 2 MAR 6 MAR 10 MAR 22 APR 3

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 2 MAR 6 MAR 10 MAR 14 MAR 18 MAR 30 APR 11

895 895 895 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885 885

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

NNHA: Day 3 start Auckland 12:00noon and Day 11 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only quad reduction: US$79 Tour only single supplement: US$299 NNHC: Day 4 start Christchurch 7:00am and Day 11 end Auckland 12:00noon Tour only quad reduction: US$79 Tour only single supplement: US$299 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

11 days Northern Highlights 8 nights accommodation 8 breakfasts 2 dinners What’s included All as per itinerary

• Eight nights twin-share accommodation: six nights in hotels, one night in a resort & one night in a lodge Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

• Eight breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges • More info at contiki.com/ nzaccommodation

Zorb in Rotorua

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$85.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$45.

See page 13 for details.

WAITOMO: Guided tours of Ruakuri or Waitomo Caves to see the famous glowworms & rock formations Black water rafting through underground caves ROTORUA: Traditional Maori Hangi feast & cultural show - Become a ‘zorbonaut’ & race down a hill inside a huge zorb ball LAKE TAUPO: Jet boat ride to Huka Falls - Evening lake cruise including fishing & karaoke! WELLINGTON: Quad biking through rugged, outback bushland

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5 Days

BAY OF ISLANDS Parry Kauri Park

5 days Bay of Islands

Bay of Islands

Auckland

Tasman Sea

2 nights accommodation 2 breakfasts 1 dinner

5 ys 5 Da US$23y from$79/Da US

When to go and how much

All as per itinerary

• Two nights in twin-share hotel accommodation: Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

• Two breakfasts (B) & one dinner (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges • More info at contiki.com/ nzaccommodation

Hole in the Rock Fastboat

Code: NCZA/NCZC 2009/10/11 All prices per person in US$ Depart USA 2009 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 2010 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 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 15 MAR 27 APR 8 APR 20 MAY 2 MAY 14

Start Finish Tour Auckland Auckland Only JUL 4 JUL 6 JUL 16 JUL 18 JUL 28 JUL 30 AUG 9 AUG 11 AUG 21 AUG 23 SEP 2 SEP 4 SEP 14 SEP 16 SEP 26 SEP 28 OCT 8 OCT 10 OCT 20 OCT 22 OCT 28 ••OCT 30 NOV 1 • NOV 3 NOV 5 ••NOV 7 NOV 9 • NOV 11 NOV 13 ••NOV 15 NOV 17 • NOV 19 NOV 21 ••NOV 23 NOV 25 • NOV 27 NOV 29 ••DEC 1 DEC 3 • 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 JAN 2

235 235 235 235 235 235 235 235 239 239 239 239 239 239 239 239 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249

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 MAR 1 MAR 5 MAR 9 • MAR 13 • MAR 17 MAR 29 APR 10 APR 22 MAY 4 MAY 16

249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 249 245 245 245 245

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 3 MAR 7 MAR 11 MAR 15 MAR 19 MAR 31 APR 12 APR 24 MAY 6 MAY 18

Depart USA 2010 MAY 26 JUN 7 JUN 19 JUL 1 JUL 13 JUL 25 AUG 6 AUG 18 AUG 30 SEP 11 SEP 23 OCT 5 OCT 17 OCT 25 OCT 29 NOV 2 NOV 6 NOV 10 NOV 14 NOV 18 NOV 22 NOV 26 NOV 30 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 2011 JAN 1 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 2 MAR 6 MAR 10 MAR 14 MAR 26

Start Finish Tour Auckland Auckland Only MAY 28 MAY 30 JUN 9 JUN 11 JUN 21 JUN 23 JUL 3 JUL 5 JUL 15 JUL 17 JUL 27 JUL 29 AUG 8 AUG 10 AUG 20 AUG 22 SEP 1 SEP 3 SEP 13 SEP 15 SEP 25 SEP 27 OCT 7 OCT 9 OCT 19 OCT 21 OCT 27 ••OCT 29 OCT 31 • NOV 2 NOV 4 ••NOV 6 NOV 8 • NOV 10 NOV 12 ••NOV 14 NOV 16 • NOV 18 NOV 20 ••NOV 22 NOV 24 • NOV 26 NOV 28 ••NOV 30 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

245 245 245 239 239 239 239 239 239 239 239 245 245 245 245 245 245 245 245 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255

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 4 MAR 8 • MAR 12 • MAR 16 MAR 28

255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255 255

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 2 MAR 6 MAR 10 MAR 14 MAR 18 MAR 30

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

NCZA/NCZC: Day 3 start Auckland 12:00noon and Day 5 end Auckland 12:00noon.

Tour only quad reduction: US$25 Tour only single supplement: US$79 • The tour code for these dates is NCZC only •• The tour code for these dates is NCZA only For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

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Sand duning

Itinerary and included sightseeing

beaches & chill out under the sun.

Hotel (B)

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 Crew in New Zealand’s largest city. Hop on the coach & head to the green Northland region. This area is a favorite vacation destination with the Kiwi’s because of its never-ending beaches & laidback lifestyle. On the way, stop & walk through a forest reserve with fascinating Kauri Trees. Tonight, take it easy at a seaside resort in Paihia & breathe in the beauty & spectacular scenery of the Bay of Islands. Hotel (D)

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 unspoiled 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)

Sightseeing tours of Paihia & Waitangi See the Tribal Lands of the Nga Puhi Maori

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 This region ranks as one of New Zealand’s top natural playgrounds & getting out on the water is a must! Choose a sea kayaking adventure, swimming with the dolphins, parasailing over the beautiful turquoise waters, or speeding 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

Parasailing

Stay Longer See page 14 for great rates to extend your vacation.

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’

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What’s included

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Sun & Steam

8 days Sun & Steam

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1 ROTORUA

WAITOMO CAVES 1

5 nights accommodation 5 breakfasts 2 dinners

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9 ys 8 Da US$51y from$87/Da US

When to go and how much

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Depart USA

Luge ride

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 Crew in New Zealand's largest city. Hop on the coach & head to the green Northland region. This area is a favorite vacation destination with the Kiwis because of its never-ending beaches & laidback lifestyle. On the way, stop & walk through a forest reserve with fascinating Kauri trees. Tonight, take it easy at a seaside resort in Paihia & breathe in 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

W For more go to contiki.com/steam

Free time in Parry Kauri Park – home to a national treasure of ancient, giant kauri trees Day 4: Bay of Islands This region ranks as one of New Zealand’s top natural playgrounds & getting out on the water is a must! Choose a sea kayaking adventure, swimming with the dolphins, parasailing over the beautiful turquoise waters, or speeding 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)

What’s included

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 its panoramic location right on a harbor & surrounded by outer islands. After lunch, roll through the 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 Pizza party Day 6: Waitomo to Rotorua See even more amazing scenery today enroute to Rotorua. Enter Rotorua, NZ's most dynamic thermal area & a cultural center of the native Maori people. Soak in hot, bubbly pools and then chow down at a traditional Maori hangi & concert.

Hotel (B) Rotorua city tour Visit Agrodome Theme Park to see Kiwi farm animals & a world famous sheep show Day 7: Rotorua to Auckland Transfer by coach and head through the Waitomo countryside back to Auckland, arriving in the late afternoon. (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 this morning after breakfast. (B)

2009 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 2010 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 3 MAR 15 MAR 27 APR 8 APR 20 MAY 2

• Five nights twin-share

Start Finish Tour Auckland Auckland Only 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

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

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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 2 MAR 6 MAR 10 MAR 22 APR 3 APR 15 APR 27 MAY 9

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Depart USA 2010 MAY 14 MAY 26 JUN 7 JUN 19 JUL 1 JUL 13 JUL 25 AUG 6 AUG 18 AUG 30 SEP 11 SEP 23 OCT 5 OCT 17 OCT 25 NOV 2 NOV 10 NOV 18 NOV 26 DEC 4 DEC 8 DEC 12 DEC 16 DEC 20 DEC 24 DEC 28 2010 JAN 1 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 2 MAR 14 MAR 26

Start Finish Tour Auckland Auckland Only 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 27 NOV 4 NOV 12 NOV 20 NOV 28 DEC 6 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 18 DEC 22 DEC 26 DEC 30

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

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Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

NRZA: Day 3 start Auckland 12:00noon and Day 8 end Auckland 8:00am.

Tour only quad reduction: US$40 Tour only single supplement: US$205 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

accommodation: Four nights in hotels & one night in a lodge Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/singleshare also available.

• Five breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges • More info at contiki.com/ nzaccommodation

Riverboarding

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$55.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$25.

See page 13 for details.

BAY OF ISLANDS: Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkeling with lunch WAITOMO: Black water rafting through underground caves ROTORUA: Skyline gondola and luge rides - Guided walk through the bush to spot Kiwis & Tuataras

3 Days Auckland Explorer

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, excursions and great accommodation with our 2 night Auckland Explorer package. Take one before or after your tour!

Hit the streets with your included ‘Explorer Pass’ and you can hop on and hop off at all the important places.

There’s a lot 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 a Vertigo tower climb (you can even

Auckland

basejump from it!).

A walk through the Viaduct Harbour is a must, once the heart of the America's Cup, it's got a great choice of restaurants and cool bars. There’s a wine trail at nearby Waiheke Island, harbor sailing options, ferry trips, and Maori & Polynesian markets…the list is unique and it’s almost endless!

Great bars & clubs

What’s included: • Two nights twin-share accommodation (single supplement available) • Two full buffet breakfasts (B) • Welcome pack with maps & activity ideas • One day Explorer Bus sightseeing pass Please note: A Contiki Tour Manager is not included in this short break package. Twin room basis can only be booked when two 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 • Single room supplement US$115

W For more go to contiki.com/auckland

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11 Days Ultimate Winter Adventure

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11 days Ultimate Winter Adventure

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What’s included All as per itinerary

2 CHRISTCHURCH Lake Tekapo

Lake Pukaki

5 QUEENSTOWN

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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 Crew & 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. Then 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 over two world famous glaciers. Put on your hiking boots & get onto the icy slopes of the moving glacier. Then it’s back on the road to the breathtaking Southern Lakes & traveler’s favorite – Queenstown! Hotel (B) 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, so hit the slopes & carve the mountain! This area is made up of some of the country’s best resorts, with three mountain playgrounds to pick from

8 nights accommodation 6 breakfasts 3 dinners

– The Remarkables, Coronet Peak & Cardrona. 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 Gondola ride & dinner high up at Skyline Restaurant Day 9: Queenstown It’s a free day to test yourself on the mountain again or try out an endless list of non-ski activities in the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’. Think about bungee-jumping, caving, rafting, jetboating, skiing, skydiving or hang gliding. Tonight, enjoy a final dinner together & an awards night, then head out to one of the many bars in town. Hotel (B,D) Queenstown tour Day 10: Queenstown to Christchurch Cut through the landscape of Mackenzie Country, past glacial Lake Tekapo on the way back to Christchurch where you’ll have free time to explore. (B) Stop at AJ Hackett’s bungee 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 hire in Queenstown.

• Eight nights twin-share accommodation: Eight nights in hotels Basis: Twin. Single-share also available at additional cost.

• Six breakfasts (B) & three dinners (D) • A dedicated crew with an

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experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges • More info at contiki.com/ nzaccommodation

When to go and how much Code: CZSKIC03 2009 All prices per person in US$ Depart USA

Start Finish Tour C’church C’church Only

Depart USA

Start Finish Tour C’church C’church Only

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JUL 11 JUL 18 JUL 25 AUG 1

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Snowboarding The Remarkables

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Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a single will be required.

Prices are tour only (not including airfares).

Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.

For Travel Insurance - see page 58.

CZSKIC03: Day 4 start Christchurch 8:30am and Day 11 end Christchurch 8:00am.

Tour only single supplement: US$305 For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.

Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

Save Money!

If you pay 12 months in advance, you save US$105.

Or pay 6 months in advance and save US$49.

See page 13 for details.

FOX GLACIER: Guided glacier hike onto the glacier itself (gear provided) QUEENSTOWN: Thrilling jet boat ride through the Shotover River - Scenic tandem skydive - AJ Hackett bungee jump

Got a question?

Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know.

What’s included?

• Coach, train, air transfers, and ferry transport as specified.

• Accommodation, breakfast and evening meals as detailed on pages 17 & 45 and under ‘What’s included’ on tour pages.

• Sightseeing as detailed on pages 6-7 and in the itineraries on tour pages.

Unless specified, entrance fees are not included.

• Experienced crew as detailed on page 10 and on tour pages.

How much money do I need?

You should be able to use debit and credit cards for most items. You’ll need to allow enough money to cover lunches, some dinners, souvenirs, shopping, drinks, optional excursions and activities, entrance fees to attractions and evening entertainment.

It is advisable to start your tour with some cash in local currencies such as A$ or NZ$.

should I pack?

What’s not included? What Comfortable, casual clothing for day wear • Airport and ferry transfers to tour departure point.

• Personal expense money.

• Visas, personal insurance, medical fees.

• Sightseeing, visits and entrance fees other than those specified on tour pages.

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

• Some meals as specified under “All this included”.

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 day-by-day itinerary including full details and costs of all optional excursions available on your tour.

Your FREE Contiki document wallet and luggage tag* will be sent to you with your travel documents. The wallet is a safe place for your tickets and passports, something you’ll want to keep and use again.

W For more detailed information online head to contiki.com/contikipedia

* 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) and maximum weight of 44lbs (20kg) 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, their bulky shape makes coach packing difficult. 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 TM can arrange these for you in Queenstown on tour.

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

and ‘dressy/casual’ for dining and those special evenings on the town. Remember that early or later in the season you will need warmer clothing as well as a raincoat/anorak. Note that casinos do not allow jeans or denim clothes. 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 and 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 and your Tour Manager can offer personal advice.

Some activities are seasonal and weather dependent as well.

How do I pay? You pay on tour with major credit cards or cash (A$ or NZ$).

Am I expected to tip on tour?

Every country in the world has different tipping policies and in Australia and New Zealand, within service industries, tipping is common practice. Tipping is totally discretionary and only given if you feel the service has met or exceeded your expectations. Your Tour Manager will assist you with any questions about this while you’re on the road. The same idea applies to your Contiki Crew - if you think they have done a good job then they would be grateful for your recognition by way of a tip, however this is not mandatory – it’s completely up to you.

Brochure authenticity We have put a great deal of effort into producing this brochure. The information given and literature produced by Contiki has been compiled with care and is published in good faith. Sometimes, because of circumstances outside our control, we have to alter some excursions 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 (April 2009), 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 Territory itineraries during the wet season (December to April).

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).

Photography credits Photos courtesy of Quicksilver Connections Page 6. Snorkeling.Photos courtesy of Tourism AustraliaPage 7. Sydney Opera House - Robert Wallace. Page 8. Snorkeling - Tom Keating. Page 9.

Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park - Steve Strike. Byron Bay - Mike Newling. Page 21. Snorkeling - Adam Bruzzone. Page 22. Aboriginal Art - Dominic Harcourt - Webster. Page 25. Byron Bay - Mike Newling. Page 37. Sydney Harbour Bridge - City of Sydney. Page 39. Whitehaven Beach - Lincoln Fowler. Page 40. Kings Canyon - Steve Strike. Page 41. Kakadu Boat cruise - Nick Rains. Kings Canyon - Steve Strike. Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park Steve Strike. Page 42. Kings Canyon - Steve Strike.

Page 43. Flinders Ranges - Mike Newling. Photos courtesy of Tourism Queensland Page 21. Fraser Island. Page 33. Cape Tribulation. Photo courtesy of BridgeClimb Sydney Page 36. Sydney Harbour Bridge - OTTO Holdings (Aust.) Pty Limited. Photo courtesy of Mojo Surf Australia Page 36. Learn to surf - Mojo Surf. Photo courtesy of Marine Tourism Holdings Limited Page 15. Bounty.

Photos courtesy of Northern Territory Tourist Comission Page 42. Katherine Gorge. Page 43.

Quad Bike. Photos courtesy of Tourism New Zealand Page 3. Jetboat Huka Falls - Destination Lake Taupo. Page 9. Inside a Zorb - Zorb Rotorua.

Page 44. A fine day in the fiord - Holger Leue. Page 45. Heli-glacier trip - Fox Glacier Heli. Page 46. The Ledge Swing - AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand.

Page 54. Sand tobogganing - Chris McLennan.

Page 57. Snowboarding on the Remarkables - NZ Ski. Photo courtesy of Zorb Page 53. Zorb - Zorb.

Photo courtesy of NZSki (www.nzski.com) Page 57. Coronet Peak - Miles Holden.

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

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 Carriercaused 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 1-866580-4871 . You may also view the plan at www.contikiholidays.com 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

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Booking conditions

Got a question and 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 at April 14th, 2009. 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 vacation after we receive your deposit for your 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 airline-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: All quoted land and air prices include airline fuel surcharges. However, as noted above, we reserve the right to recover from you increases in those surcharges. Additional, airrelated taxes and fees apply. See www.contiki.com/taxesandfees for details. Additional, air-related taxes and fees will be passed on to each passenger by Contiki. 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 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 same or 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 cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements purchased separately.

3.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another Contiki 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 (April 2009) 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 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 to you for properly arranging and conducting your vacation.

5.2 As Tour Operator, Contiki makes arrangements with carriers, hoteliers and other independent suppliers to provide you some or all the travel services you purchase. These parties are independent suppliers over whom Contiki has no direct control. Contiki is responsible to you for properly arranging and conducting your vacation only. 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, labour 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 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, 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 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.

2.3 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by us.

2.4 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.

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

2.6 Travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 says prior to tour departure* (providing full payment has been received). All bookings are subject to a $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 45-22 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 accommodation 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 includes 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 Persons with disabilities must contact Contiki staff as soon as possible before any tour to determine if the particular tour would be appropriate, to discuss what reasonable accommodations may be provided and to give Contiki the opportunity to prepare such reasonable accommodations. In many countries public facilities and accommodations for persons with disabilities will cause difficulties, restrictions and hardships over which Contiki will have no control. In addition, Contiki cannot provide personal devices or individually prescribed devices, nor can Contiki provide services of a personal nature, such as assistance in eating, toileting or dressing. In some cases it may be appropriate to bring a personal assistant. If you have a disability and do not contact Contiki sufficiently in advance of a tour, we may not be able to accommodate you on a tour and you could be asked to leave the tour.

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. 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/Contiki Village 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 cooperating 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 endeavours 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 contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to English Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing.

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 page 58).

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, 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 authorised 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. Whilst we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such third-parties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for 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.

2. USTOA $1 MILLION CONSUMER PROTECTION PLAN. Contiki Holidays shares the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million Assistance Program with affiliates of Contiki 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 Holidays customers in the unlikely event of Contiki bankruptcy or insolvency or cessation of businesss. Further you should understand that the $1 Million posted by Contiki may be sufficient to provide only partial recovery of the advance payments recieved by Contiki Holidays. 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 3. VALIDITY The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from July 2009 to March 2011.

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

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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, Thialand, United Kingdom, USA. Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Bermuda. © Copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. Please don’t throw this brochure away, we encourage you to either pass it on to a friend or place it in a paper recycling bin.

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How To Book

USA, Canada & Mexico

1.

Contact your local travel agent, call Contiki at 1-800-CONTIKI or visit contiki.com to confirm that there's space on the tour you have chosen. At the same time you can book your hotel accommodation before and/or after your Contiki tour (see page 14).

2. At the time of booking, you must pay a non-refundable deposit of $200 per person for first tour and $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.

3.

Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send you or your travel agent confirmation of the booking details.

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4. 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.

5. Contiki will then send your travel documents and detailed information to you or your travel agent about your vacation.

IMPORTANT By paying the $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 page 59, which make up the contract between you and Contiki.

Reservations Tel: (800) CONTIKI (800) 266 8454

Fax: (714) 935 2556

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Administration Tel: (714) 935 0808 Fax: (714) 935 2556

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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.

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