GAP Year Europe 2012

Gap Year Europe 2012

Free night in London\

This is for you if…

• You finish Year 12 in 2011 & have, or are planning a ‘Gap Visa’ to the UK in 2012 OR

Includes more\ Extraordinary service\ Amazing accommodation\ Exceptional eats\ More free time\

www.contiki.com.au/gapyear

• You are meeting friends for their Gap mid-year break!

2 great ways to go\ Camping Tours\

Concept Tours\

Stay in Europe’s best campsites.

Big, roomy tents for 2.

Unique overnights. Maximum quad-share.

Expert Contiki on-site teams.

Camping Contiki-style is all about getting back to basics, but getting a whole lot more for your money. But most importantly, it’s about having an awesome time experiencing everything Europe offers – without skimping on quality. On our Camping tours, you’ll be in the hands of our dedicated Tour Manager, Tour Driver & On-road Cook so you can sit back & enjoy your holiday.

Our Concept trips are all about mixing it up – cabins, hostels & hotels many with private facilities. Highlights include staying at exclusive Contiki Special Stopovers like our French Chateau, nestled in the vines of the Beaujolais Region. You’ll hit the road with 2 expert Contiki crew, your Tour Manager & Tour Driver. Our team look after you – they’re there to make sure you get the most out of your trip.

Sleep under the stars & stretch your holiday budget.

Diverse. Unique. Special.

Get a free night in London\ Exclusive to Gap\

Simply book & deposit on one of our Gap Year Europe 2012 departures before 31 December 2011 & score a free night in London!

You’ll stay in the centrally located Royal National Hotel, where your tour departs from (great for early morning departures!), & where your kick-start tour meetings are held the night before your tour leaves.

Every room has an en-suite bathroom & the Contiki Basement is right below the hotel – it’s a friendly space to chill, get your bearings, store your luggage & get travel advice while you’re in London.

Only Contiki\ Knows travel better We’re the original travel company for 18-35’s & have been travelling the globe since 1962. Our experience means that you get the most amazing, authentic, life changing Gap Year experience.

Includes more More sights, more activities, more free time & more amazing accommodation plus a host of exclusive experiences that you only get with Contiki. The bottom line? Go Contiki—you’ll get more than going any other way.

Extraordinary service From Tour Manager to driver, local guides to on-site staff, our team are the biggest, the best trained & the most committed to delivering amazing experiences, especially for Gap travellers.

When it comes to crew, we lead.

Exceptional eats Nobody does food like Contiki. Wherever you travel you can expect the best of regional European cuisine. From feature meals on our Concept tours & market-fresh home cooking on our Camping trips, get your taste buds ready for our legendary culinary delights.

Perfect timing Our Gap tour departures are perfectly timed for your mid-year UK school breaks so you can make the most out of your Gap Year.

Amazing accommodation

Only Contiki includes the widest range of amazing overnight stays across all regions. Exclusive Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers, are all genuinely unique to give you the most authentic local experiences.

For travellers like you Your first big trip away can be a bit daunting, even if you’ve travelled a lot before. That’s where Contiki steps in. From the moment you decide to go, we’re there to help. Throw our super-efficient on road team into the mix & you really are set for the time of your life.

More free time Our Tour Managers manage all the details (not you!) so you’ll have loads of free time to explore on your own. To help you get around we offer an orientation tour on arrival in most cities to get you acquainted.

Our crew will also suggest best places to visit, or you can choose to enjoy the amazing optional activities we offer.

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

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

Scotland

32 Days The Easy Rider\ A$99

Denmark

Camping

/day

Lithuania

BALTIC SEA

N.Ireland

S.Ireland NORTH SEA

12 Countries visited

EDAM

France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)

LONDON

16

NETHERLANDS

2 AMSTERDAM

ENGLAND

Wales

GERMANY

RUHR VALLEY

DOVER CALAIS

Poland

RHINE VALLEY

BELGIUM

ST GOAR

ENGLISH CHANNEL VALLEY OF THE SOMME

\ Includes

GO Only Contiki

2

1 BORDEAUX

ARLES

BIARRITZ

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour

PAMPLONA 1

• Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri

• A moving experience at the Mauthausen memorial - plus more

2

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Ro

Croatia

2 VENICE

VERONA

Bosnia

2 FLORENCE ITALY

FRENCH RIVIERA

PYRENEES MOUNTAINS

Hungary Slovenia

Serbia

ADRIATIC SEA

ROME VATICAN CITY

3

MT. VESUVIUS POMPEII

BARCELONA

BRINDISI

1

SPAIN

1

ZARAGOZA

Portugal

MONACO

AUSTRIA

DOLOMITE MOUNTAINS

PISA

2

2 VIENNA

MAUTHAUSEN

LIECHTENSTEIN

LUCERNE

SWISS ALPS

ATLANTIC OCEAN

• Discover The Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our guided walking tour

• Enjoy the beautiful gardens of Louis XIV’s Palace of Versailles

SWITZ

FRANCE

• Explore Pamplona - home of the ‘Running of the Bulls’ festival

• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice

1

LOIRE VALLEY

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with escargot

Slovakia

MUNICH

3 PARIS

VERSAILLES

Czech Rep

1 HEIDELBERG

ISLE OF CAPRI

SORRENTO 1 4 CORFU

GREECE

IONIAN SEA

Itinerary and Included Sightseeing Day 1: London to Paris Meet up with your Contiki Team. Ferry across the English Channel to Paris. (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre Dame Cathedral Days 2-3: Paris Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the beautiful Château Versailles. (B,D)(B) • See Château Versailles (entrance not included) Day 4: Paris to Bordeaux Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling vineyards en-route to the Bordeaux region & St. Emilion. (B,D) Day 5: Bordeaux to Pamplona Swim & shop in fashionable Biarritz before crossing into Spain to Pamplona. (B,D) • See the lighthouse & bay in Biarritz • See Pamplona’s famous bull ring Day 6: Pamplona to Barcelona Head south to the baroque city of Zaragoza & on to Barcelona, then see why this sexy city sizzles on a sight-seeing tour. (B,D) • See Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Day 7: Barcelona Explore the city & feel the passion at an optional Flamenco show! (B) • Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel through Provence to Arles, then onward to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) • Visit the historic city of Arles • Scenic drive along the Cote d’Azur Day 9: French Riviera Stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D) • Visit a French perfumery • See the Royal Palace in Monaco • Visit a Monte Carlo casino

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Day 10: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Renaissance Florence. (B,D) • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Day 11: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration Day 12: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills on the road to Rome. (B) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City Days 13-14: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ for a couple of days in the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of The Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D)(B,D) Day 15: Rome to Sorrento From Naples, catch a boat to the Isle of Capri & soak up its sweeping views & romantic atmosphere before setting sail for Sorrento. (B) Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins.

Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) Days 17-20: Corfu Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. (B,D)(B,D)(B,D)(B) • See the Venetian fortress in Corfu’s old town Day 21: Corfu to Italy Cruise the Adriatic Sea. (B) Day 22: Arrival Venice Visit Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona & then make your way to the enchanting city of Venice. (B,D) • See Juliet’s Balcony & the Roman Arena Day 23: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars & markets. (B,D)

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

• See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’ Palace & St. Mark’s Square • Murano glass-blowing demonstration Day 24: Venice to Vienna Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Vienna then hit the rides at Prater park. (B) • Visit Vienna’s Prater fun park Day 25: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander this picture book city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! (B,D) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road Day 26: Vienna to Munich Make a sobering stop at the Mauthausen concentration camp memorial en-route to Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B) • Entry into Mauthausen memorial • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Day 27: Munich to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before reaching the spectacular Swiss Alps. (B,D) • Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz • See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne • Scenic drive through the Alps Day 28: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt for a cog railway ride up the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Day 29: Swiss Alps to Heidelberg Head north to Heidelberg, known for its baroque old town & lively student feel. (B,D) • See Heidelberg’s medieval castle Day 30: Heidelberg to Amsterdam Next it’s on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B) • See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night Day 31: Amsterdam Check out Amsterdam’s museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) • Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house Day 32: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr.

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

What’s included • 29 nights accommodation: 29 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses) +2 nights on-board ferries •5 0 meals included in Food Fund: 31 breakfasts (B) & 19 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • S ightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • F erry crossings •N umber of World Heritage sites visited

16

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

Start

Finish

10 JUL 10 AUG 17 JUL 17 AUG

Total Price

$3165pp Includes tour $2670 & Food Fund $495

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

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

29 Days European Contrast\ A$133

Lat

Denmark

BALTIC SEA

Concept

/day

N.Ireland

S.Ireland

12 Countries visited

NORTH SEA

EDAM

France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)

\ Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers

• Austrian Gasthof, Swiss Chalet, French Château, Corfu Beach Portugal Resort - Special Stopovers & Contiki On-site Teams

2 MUNICH

FONTAINEBLEAU

DE CRUIX

1

SWITZ

BEAUJOLAIS REGION

2

SWISS ALPS

Spain

2 VIENNA

AUSTRIA

TYROL

LIECHTENSTEIN LUCERNE DOLOMITE MOUNTAINS

Hungary

Slovenia

1 VENICE Pisa

2

Slovakia

CESKY KRUMLOV

DACHAU

2 PARIS

CHATEAU 2

CZECH REP

HEIDELBERG

BURGUNDY REGION

• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam - plus more

Plus

2 PRAGUE

VALLEY OF THE SOMME

ATLANTIC OCEAN

VALLEY

ST GOAR

BELGIUM

ENGLISH CHANNEL

FRANCE

Poland

1 RHINE

DOVER CALAIS

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with escargot • Go Greek at our legendary toga party on Corfu

GERMANY

RUHR VALLEY LONDON

\ Includes

• Special access Rome sightseeing tour

14

NETHERLANDS

2 AMSTERDAM

ENGLAND

GO Only Contiki

MONACO

2 FLORENCE ITALY

FRENCH RIVIERA MEDITERRANEAN SEA

VATICAN CITY

Romania

Croatia Bosnia

Serbia ADRIATIC SEA

Montenegro

2 ROME

MT. VESUVIUS POMPEII

1 IONIAN SEA

Day 1: London to Paris Meet up with your Contiki Team. Ferry across the English Channel & on to France.

Contiki Village (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & Notre Dame Cathedral Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Contiki Village (B) Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Travel through wine country to Contiki’s very own 16th century Château.  Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) • See Château Fontainebleau • See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region Relax at the Chateau & enjoy a scenic walk & picnic.  Contiki Special Stopover (B,PL,D) • French Picnic lunch Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera Travel through Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. Rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monte Carlo!

Contiki Village (B,D) • Scenic Drive along the Cote d’Azur • Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace • Visit a Monte Carlo casino Day 6: French Riviera Today, sun worship on the beach & practice celebrity-spotting.

Contiki Village (B,D) Day 7: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder. Contiki Village (B,D) • Visit a French perfumery • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Day 8: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s favourite cities. Later, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,

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Explore More Optionals

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration Day 9: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City Day 10: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of The Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel.

Contiki Village (B,D) Day 11: Rome to Corfu Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Adriatic Ferry (B) Days 12-14: Corfu Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise.  Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)(B)(B,D) Day 15: Corfu to Italy Cruise to the enchanting port of Venice.

Adriatic Ferry (B) Day 16: Arrival Venice Meander through the tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art filled palazzos & markets. Contiki Village (B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges Palace & St Mark’s Square Day 17: Venice to Vienna Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Vienna. Hostel (B) Day 18: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander the city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! Hostel (B) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road Day 19: Vienna to Prague Stop at the World Heritage Listed town, Cesky Krumlov as you travel through Bohemia to Prague, the “City of a Thousand Spires”. Hostel (B,D) • Visit the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov

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

Day 20: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, beer & Bohemian crystal beads. Hostel (B) • See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Day 21: Prague to Munich Head to Germany & into Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) • Visit Dachau concentration camp • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Day 22: Munich Explore the cultural side of Munich.

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

Hostel (B) Day 23: Munich to Austrian Tyrol Experience the stunning alpine scenery as we head to the cool Tyrolean Village of Hopfgarten.  Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 24: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & quaint lakeside Lucerne before reaching the incredible Swiss Alps.  Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) • Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz • See the Wooden Chapel Bridge • Scenic drive through the Alps Day 25: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Feel like you’re on top of the world when you opt in for a cog railway ride up to the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain.  Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 26: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Move on through Heidelberg, to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) • See Heidelberg’s medieval castle • Learn how beer steins are crafted • See the Lorelei Rock Day 27: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next it’s on to free-wheeling Amsterdam.

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

Macedonia Albania

BRINDISI

• Paris, French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice - Contiki Villages & Contiki On-site Teams

Itinerary and Included Sightseeing

Lithuania

IRISH SEA

1

Scotland

GREECE

3

CORFU

CORINTH CANAL

Day 28: Amsterdam Check out the myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 29: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr.

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

What’s included • 26 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château 3 nights in Contiki’s Corfu hotel 1 night in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet 9 nights in Contiki Village cabins 3 nights in hotel upgrade 6 nights in hostels +2 nights on-board ferries • 44 meals included in Food Fund: 28 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL) & 15 dinners (D) • An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team • Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Ferry crossings • Number of World Heritage sites visited

14

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

Start

Finish

10 JUL 7 AUG

Total Price

$3845pp

Includes tour $3250 & Food Fund $595 Book and pay your deposit by 31 December for the ‘Free night in London’ offer*.

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

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1. Go to your travel agent – Your travel agent will confirm with Contiki that there’s availability on the tour you’ve chosen.

At the same time, your travel agent can book your hotel accommodation before and/or after your tour. Remember, the exclusive ‘Free night in London*’ offer is only valid at time of booking on all Gap bookings made before 31 December 2011.

2. Pay your deposit – At the time of booking, pay your travel agent a non-refundable deposit of A$200 per person per tour which must be sent to Contiki within 7 days. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent.

Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send confirmation of your booking details to your travel agent.

3. Check-in – Register your details with Contiki online at www.contiki.com.au/checkin for tips to help you get ready for your trip and to save time when you start your tour. Plus you will get instant access to perks like discounts on luggage, Lonely Planet guidebooks and movies.

4. Full payment – You must pay the balance of your holiday fare to Contiki through your travel agent no later then 31 March 2012, or at the time of booking if after 31 March 2012. Cancellations will incur cancellation fees of up to 100% (refer to www. contiki.com.au/gapyear for full cancellation policy).

5. Documents – Contiki will then send your travel vouchers and detailed information about your holiday to your travel agent.

You’re all done and set to go!

Important bits

Gap booking conditions For full booking conditions on Contiki Gap, visit www.contiki.com.au/gapyear

Travel insurance Contiki strongly recommends that you take out comprehensive travel insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before you travel, so ask your travel agent for more details.

Gold Seal Protection – Contiki’s ‘peace of mind insurance’ Only available when added at time of booking, our Gold Seal Protection means that if you cancel your tour before you leave home, we won’t charge you a cent. And if you’re ill or have to leave your trip early for personal reasons, Gold Seal will refund you A$40 for each day that you miss and will cover your air ticket costs. Peace of mind for only A$89 when paid with your deposit. Find out more on www.contiki.com.au/gapyear

The Food Fund – explained Your Food Fund provides breakfast everyday and about half your dinners (see itinerary for meal inclusions). What you eat the rest of the time is totally up to you. Tasting unique local foods is the icing on your travel experience cake!

What to bring?

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

Your Contiki Travel Agent:

CONTACT DETAILS CONTIKI HOLIDAYS (AUS TRALIA) PTY LTD Travel House, 35 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 Licence No. 2TA00 1868 ABN 18 002 525 340 IATA No. 023 06496

Travel Agent Reservations Sydney metro phone: 02 9511 2222 Other areas phone: 1300 301 835 Fax: 02 9511 2210 Email: reservations@contiki.com.au Payment Advice: paymentadvice@contiki.com.au

Customer Enquiries Phone: 1300 CONTIKI (1300 266 845) Web: www.contiki.com.au/gapyear Terms & Conditions: Prices for the 29-days Concept tour are based on per person multi-share. Prices for the 32-days Camping tour are based on per person twin-share. In order to reserve your holiday, a non-refundable, nontransferable deposit of A$200 per person per tour, or the full amount payable if the booking is made after 31 March 2012, must be paid to Contiki or your reservation will automatically be cancelled. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The full balance of your holiday must be paid no later than 31 March 2012, or at time of booking if made after 31 March 2012, to avoid cancellation and cancellation charges.

Cancellations will incur fees of up to 100% (refer to www.contiki.com.au/gapyear for full cancellation policy). Passengers must be 17 years + by date of departure. Passengers aged 17 years must complete an underage booking form and are on a request status until approved by Contiki Europe. Contiki Gap tours are available to students applying for a UK Youth Mobility Visa in 2012, along with their friends and other travellers with the average age on the tour being 17 to 19 years old. In January 2012 the number of passengers on each Contiki Gap tour will be assessed and the tour may be opened for sale to Contiki’s broader 18 to 35 year old demographic. Contiki reserves the right to vary tour itineraries and substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our changes. Prices are the guaranteed maximum you will have to pay for your Contiki’s Gap tour.

However on release of Contiki Europe 2012/13 in late 2011 should exchange rates move we will offer you the lower price and refund the difference on money paid. *The ‘Free night in London’ offer is based in triple-share rooms at the Royal National Hotel and applies to all bookings made before 31 December 2011 but only when requested at time of booking. The free night must be taken the night before your tour commences or the night your tour ends. Not combinable with any other promotions or offers. Group, multiple tour, past passenger and pay early discounts do not apply to Contiki Gap tour bookings along with other discounts from Contiki’s 2011/12 or 2012/13 brochures. Other booking conditions can be found online at www.contiki.com.au/gapyear 8472CKSL