contiki vacations asia ebrochure 2013-14 (usd)
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Asia 2013 - 2014Small Group Adventures for 18-35’sInc. Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia & China
ONE LIFEONE SHOT
SO MAKEIT COUNT
THE ORIGINAL SINCE '62
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life is about moments.don’t wait for them.create them.
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they say that one day your life will flash before your eyes. so you’d better make sure it’s worth watching.Memories aren’t created from the things you said you’d do. They’re built from
things you’ve done. The moments captured. The worlds discovered. The lifetime
seized. You only get one, after all. So make it count.
A journey with Contiki is filled with unexpected adventures, inspiring places,
lifelong friendships, brilliant stories and unforgettable memories. But most of all,
it’s living life out loud, utterly and completely.
#NOREGRETS
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No one wants to regret the chance not
taken; to sit on the sidelines, experiencing
the world through our friends’ status
updates. We want to get out there and see
it for ourselves!
And so was born Contiki, the original
adventure travel company for 18 to 35s.
Sure, there was no Facebook back in 1962.
But there was a world that needed exploring,
a beaten up old mini-van, and a group of
friends with adventure in their bones.
Since that fi rst trip, we’ve spent 50 years
perfecting the art of living with no regrets.
And to tell you the truth, we’ve gotten
pretty damn good at it. There’s so much to
discover in Asia. You won’t want to miss a
thing, which is why we cover Asia’s ‘Best
Of’, while still allowing you lots of free time
and fl exible options to fi nd your own
adventures.
And the best part? Our local know-how
and experience is like having a backstage
pass to Asia. Escape the tourist traps
to eat with the locals. Skip the lines for
direct access to Asia’s most popular
attractions. Ditch backpacker hostels for
hotel accommodations or authentic
overnights like a Chinese Junk Boat. And
make it all that much sweeter by sharing it
with your new travel buddies.
It’s all about making every moment count.
And at Contiki, it’s what we do best.
A JOURNEY IS BESTMEASURED IN FRIENDS,RATHER THAN MILES.
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Small group adventures Trip sizes of 30 people means exploring
Asia is a mix of intimate experiences
& fun.
Local ExpertsEnglish-speaking Local Guides & Contiki
Tour Managers will make your Asia
experience unforgettable.
10 ways to see AsiaFrom tuk-tuks, Junk k Boats & trains to o
included fl ights, we get you where you need
to be fast without missing the local sights.
Exclusive accommodationsPools, WiFi, gyms & central locations you’ll
love. The perfect place to relax & unwind.
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Giving bacackkWe give back to the loocacal l coc mmmunitities we
visit – it’s our way of saying tthahankks.
Experience Our Asia
Asia 2013/14 No Regrets 02
It’s your time 04
Live Asia 06
Backstage Pass 08
Inside Asia 09
Team Contiki 10
Where you stay 12
ME Time 14
Tastes of Asia 15
Getting around 16
Save with Contiki 17
Join us online 18
Introducing Indochina 19Big Indochina Adventure 20
Asian Adventure 22
Vietnam Experience 24
Vietnam Highlights 26
Introducing Thai Islands 27Thai Island Hopper West 28
Thai Island Hopper East 29
Introducing China 30China Adventure 31
Got a question? 32
Booking conditions 33
365 days of change 34
Contiki cares & our story 35
Contiki around the world 36
How to book 36
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Live
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adance class, shanghai high rise, angkor wat
street view, luang prabang
local deli, bangkok door stop, ta prohm
daily commute, siem reap
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one’s destination isnever a place,but a new way ofseeing things.
LUANG PRABANG
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Explore Asia without limitations. After 50
years of traveling the globe, no company
provides you with better access than
Contiki, like Local Guides to get you in the
know, boat cruises for new angles of Asia
& unique village tours so you discover
more. With WiFi at almost every place
we stay, keeping in touch is even easier.
Plus, we keep it simple by including local
taxes & charges in our prices.
The freedom to explore the way
you want - it’s an important part of
traveling, so we provide you with lots of
ME Time to discover & create your own
adventure. We call it ME Time because
it’s all about choosing your path. If you
really want to make every second count,
we also have a lot of exclusive ME Time
optionals. Whether you’re someone
who wants to flex some master chef
skills at a cooking school, looking to
explore ancient temples or want to chill
on the beach, we’ll provide you with
something special.
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The CoC ntiki i Team is thhere every step of
thhe way to enssure your trip iss hassle-free
& unu forgettable. OOurur TTouour Managers
take care of aalll tthe detetaia ls – ffrom finding
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consider it doone. WaW nt tips on where to
go or what tto dodo? ? AsA k!k EEvev n beb tter, our
expert Engglishsh-spepeaka ing LoLocacal Guides in
each destinatit onn mean yoy u’ll have an
intimate knowlededgeg of every ciity & every
desttination. Their kknoowlede ge is priceless
- you’ll get insider perspspective that will
enrich your travel experience.
When you travel ASIA, you want to make sure you do it right.
You want special treatment & exclusive access that turns a regular trip into the trip of a lifetime. That’s why Contiki
offers you a Backstage Pass to Asia. It’s a combination of many things, exclusive to us, that gives you unrivaled
value & sets the Contiki Asia experience apart from the rest.
EXCLUSIVE inclusions
EXCLUSIVE FOODEXCLUSIVE ACCESS
EXCLUSIVE OptionsEXCLUSIVE team
EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATIONs
your
backstage passexclusive inclusions are
highlighted on each tour page
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Iconic sights, all includedWe cover a bunch of entry fees & make sure
you make the most of your time with easy
access to some unforgettable sights like:
The Grand Palace, Bangkok, Angkor Wat,
Siem Reap, The Forbidden City & Beijing.
A local experienceWe include Local Guides for exclusive insight as
well as cycling, walking or orientation tours at
every stop so you’re always in the know on the
places we visit. And we include experiences that
give back to the local communities we visit.
Exclusive experiencesLots of what we offer you can’t get with
anyone else. Guided bike tours in the
Vietnamese countryside & Luang Prabang,
private cruises down the Mekong River,
the Great Wall of China & more…
Asia is an experience unlike any other. There’s so much to discover & we make sure you do & see as much as possible. We show you the iconic sights that’ll knock your socks off, as well as uncover the parts of Asia you’d miss without a friend “in the know.” That’s Contiki & it’s all included as part of your backstage pass, so you get incredible value that you won’t find anywhere else.
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CONTIKIOur Asia-based team of Tour Managers
& Local Guides know the places we visit
inside out – where to eat, play, sleep,
party, shop & fi nd authentic local
secrets – so you get the best experience,
wherever you travel. They’re lifelong
travelers with adventure in their bones,
whose passion is to make sure you live
the dream.
To complement our Tour Managers
you’ll have our expert Local Guides at
your fi ngertips, included as part of
your Backstage Pass. They enhance
your Asia travel experience by providing
essential knowledge & an insider’s
perspective on the places you visit.
Knowledge only a local can give.
Our Tour Managers & Local Guides are
your oracles on all things Asia. They’re
extensively trained & traveled. They
know Asia like the back of their hands
& have amazing experiences to share.
Want something custom made? Want
to try something exotic? Ask! Plus, they
take care of the boring stuff like
sorting hotels, luggage & crossing
boarder. So the only thing you need to
worry about is having a good time &
discovering Asia.
In short, our team is The Business!
All of our Tour Managers & Local Guides
are knowledgeable Asia enthusiasts
who love sharing their passions,
discoveries & inside info with you.
TEAMMeet Johnny
Johnny, Local Guide, Luang PrabangI love teaching my travelers all about the history
& culture here in my own personal way. As well
as being a local, I trained for 5 years & I know
everything about the places we visit – I help my
travelers find things that are special to Luang
Prabang, the things they want to see or try. Like
Luang Prabang’s food – it’s the best in Laos,
including the amazing chilli sauce.
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Tash, Tour Manager, from AustraliaAfter years as a Tour Manager in Europe then at
our London HQ, it was time for a change & Contiki
Asia was it. I love the way of life here, from friendly
locals, to exotic eats, to history, culture & beach life -
Asia literally is a feast for all the senses. Helping my
travelers get a fix of what they’re after is what I aim
to do, so no matter what people are into, they always
come away with the best experience possible.
Meet Tash
no mandatory tipping, Passionate service & exclusive local knowledge.
Chen, Local Guide, Siem ReapAll young travelers are different & want different
things from their experience – so I help show them
what they want to see. Because I’ve lived in Siem
Reap all my life, it’s the place I know best. I know it
like the back of my hand & I can help travelers
experience more. I love showing travelers Siem Reap,
especially my favorite spots like Angkor Wat, the
waterfalls & mountains.
meet chen
exclusives TEAM✓
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hotels, bungalows, guest houses and junk boats
In Asia our hotel accommodations allow you to relax in comfort & style with air-conditioned rooms, private en-suite bathrooms, pools, WiFi at most stops & short walks to the best locations. Wake up to delicious breakfasts & at the end of a long day, relax with facilities you’ll love. on all other nights you’ll experience our unique special stays - the best way to get you local.
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Charm churee villa, koh tao
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hotels location, location, location.With us, you stay in the heart of the
action & in comfort! With all of our
accommodations in central locations,
you spend more time exploring without
having to worry about transportation &
extra expenses.
Relax on the beach in Nha Trang
knowing you are a stone’s throw away,
go out a little bit later in Bangkok since
you’re a street away from Khao San
Road, or explore Siem Reap knowing
you’re a 10 minute walk from the
markets, shops & restaurants. casa angkor hotel, siem reap
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Our Special Stay experiences: A night to experience ‘amazing’. Traveling with Contiki not only means that
you get to stay in some great hotels, you
also get to experience some amazing
overnight Special Stays like guesthouses in
Pakbeng & the Mekong Delta.
But if that’s not enough why not an
overnight cruise? Yes, stay on a traditional
Chinese style Junk Boat fl oating on the
green waters in incredible Halong Bay.
Defi nitely a few photos worthy of a FB post!
Going Solo?No single supplements & no stress. We’ve
got you covered with same-sex roommate
matchups. Or, if that doesn’t sound like your
style, we’ll set you up in a ‘room to myself’
for just a small supplement. Too easy!
exclusives Accommodations
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exclusives ✓options
Float past traditional Junk Boats &
locals going about their day as you
explore the legendary limestone karsts,
dramatic landscapes, green waters &
caves of Halong Bay by kayak.
M e timeoptionals
Please note: ME Time optional activities are not included in the price of your tour. They are run by 3rd party operators & on occasions, for some of the activities, travelers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. Before you leave it is important that you check to see if your travel insurance includesyour participation in adventure activities. Be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding & therefore involve some risk.
Kayaking adventure, Halong Bay
Where better to learn the art of
Chinese cuisine than in China! Brush
up on your skills or learn how it’s done
before indulging in the results with our
expert team.
Travel is all about freedom &
discovery. You want to get
amongst it. See More.
Do More. Live More. And go
home utterly & completely
regret-free.
ME Time is the last key ingredient
to that perfect trip. We make
sure you get all the time you
need to see your Asia, your way.
It means having the freedom to
choose; relaxing on the beach,
trying exotic new tastes at a
local market or taking to the
streets with a camera to capture
the action.
Making the most of those
personal moments that are
unique to you is just as important
as experiencing the big sights.
They’re the memorable moments
that happen when you least
expect them, when you really
connect with the places you visit
& the people you travel with.
Contiki’s Backstage Pass to Asia
means our Team will help you get
off the beaten track with the
inside word on where to go &
what to do.
If you really want to make every
moment count, our ME Time
optionals give you the chance to
take your trip to a whole new
level with unforgettable
experiences, unique to the places
you visit. Some will give you a
truly local experience, like
learning to cook like a pro in
Thailand, Vietnam or China,
others will open up the ultimate
way to relax with island boat
cruises in Nha Trang, or waterfall
swims in Laos. Others can open
your eyes, like an amazing
acrobatic experience in
Shanghai or the incredible
underwater world while you
snorkel in Koh Tao.
Look out for the ‘don’t miss’
call outs on our tour pages for
some great tips on how to spend
your ME Time. Most ME Time
optionals available per tour are
highlighted by the M symbol in
our itineraries.
Transport yourself into the movies
with a day trip by boat to ‘The Beach’.
With the stunning cliffs & endless
views as your backdrop, it’s not hard to
see why this place is a photographers
paradise & a must-see.
Chinese cooking class experience, Yangshou
‘The Beach’ experience, Koh Phi Phi
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Indulging in the true tastes of the places you visit is one of the best parts of travel.
There’s no better place to tempt the taste buds with exotic local cuisine than Asia. We’ll take
you on a journey of spectacular fl avors, from fresh Amok curry in Cambodia, authentic creamy
curries in Thailand to Zesty Goi Cuon in Vietnam.
On our trips, we include breakfast every day & lots of evening meals, but we like to leave
some well placed time free for a reason. Rather than having to cut your day of exploring short
for an included lunch, we believe your ME Time should be about scouting out the best local
fl avors. Ask our awesome team for their hidden favorites. They’ll get you to the places the
locals love.
exclusives food✓
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exclusives ✓experience up to 10 different ways to travel in Asia. Get a truly
authentic local experience - from 4-wheels, 2-wheels to no wheels & included flights to get you around faster.
Internal flights, overnight trains,
private minibuses, rickshaws, tuk-tuks,
songthaews, longtail boats, bicycles,
sampans & a traditional-style Chinese
Junk Boat on Halong Bay are just some
of the ways you’ll travel. All these are
hand-selected to make sure you get to
the places you need to be quickly, without
hassle & in an authentic local way.
Traveling with us is more of a social
event than a way to get around. Our
private minibuses are a place to relax,
take in the views, chat with your friends
or listen to your iPod as you travel. And
it’s easy, we get you from A to B, drop
you right at your door & unload your
bags so you can hit the ground running!
We average around 30 people per
group on our Asia trips, so it’s a great
size to get amongst it all.
access
JUNK BOATS
MEKOK NGN CCRUUUISE
INTERNAL FLIGHTS
TUK-TUKS
GUIDED BIKE TOURS SAMPANS
FERRY RIDES
LONG TAIL BOOATT
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we know how important your hard-earned CASH is to you, so we have plenty of deals to help IT go further.
Book 2 Contiki tours of 7 days or longer at the same time & get US$100 off the cost of the second tour.
The facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of you tour price only (this excludes taxes and included flight costs). Your tour price does not include the costs of international flights (to/from Asia that start or end your tour). You can combine group discounts (‘Book with friends’), multi tour discounts (‘2 or more’), past traveler (‘Traveling again’) & early payment (‘Pay early’) discounts on tours of 7 days or longer. Note: These discounts apply to brochured prices only, and cannot be combined with any non-brochured special market promotions.
pay early for the best deals
GO VINTAGE.Buy your next outfi t at your local vintage store.
RIDE A BIKE TO WORK. Save money on transportation costs (plus you’ll get fi t too!)
CUT THE CREDIT.Stick a picture of your next vacation spot on your credit
card. When you go to use it next, you’ll think twice.
GOT SKILLS?Why not take it to the streets & try street performance.
GO BACK TO BASICS.Save money on fruit & veggies by growing your own.
2 or more
book with friends
We believe in the principle of “the more the merrier.” So the more friends
you can round up, the more you will save.
4 or more Everyone saves 5%
7 or more
Everyone saves 7.5%
10 or more Everyone saves 10%
or invite an 11th for free!
traveling again?If you’ve traveled with us before, we’d like to welcome you back with a 5% discount. Plus, we can hook you up with discounts
with our sister companies as well. See p.32 for more.
Got your own tip on how to save?
Tell us about it at facebook.com/contiki
definIte departures
Book & pay early for the best deal on your tour & airfares. Don’t miss out as these discounts are subject to availability & may be withdrawn.
Save up to US$265Pay in full on or before Jan 31st, 2013 & save up to 10%.
Save up to US$199Pay in full on or before Mar 28th, 2013 & save up to 7.5%.
Save up to US$130Pay in full on or before May 31st, 2013 & save up to 5%.
* Pay Early Savings of US$265, US$199 & US$130 based on Big Indochina Adventure p.20-21.
Over 100 defi nite departures, with more added every week. Check your tour on contiki.com
& look out for the defi nite departure symbol on the availability calendar.
Contiki layawayFound your perfect vacation? Got an upcoming birthday, graduation
or special event or just want help paying off your trip? Sign up for Contiki
Layaway & ask your family & friends to give towards your vacation (what
could be a better present than that?) Plus, you can use Layaway to make
payments yourself, allowing you to budget your savings to pay off your
trip easily. Visit contiki.com/layaway for more.
US$20 MillionCustomer Protection
The traveling public has always been concerned about the protection of their advanced bookings. As part of Contiki’s
commitment to providing our customers with peace of mind
in all dealings with Contiki, Travcorp Financial Services Limited
has provided a letter of credit to Contiki for US$20 Million with
respect to all customers traveling with Contiki.
mix it up & see moreWhile you’re in this part of the world, take time to see more of Asia
with Contiki - many of our tours & dates easily link with our other
Asia trips. Speak to Contiki or visit your travel agent for more.
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indochinathailand, cambodia, laos & vietnam
Ancient history, temples & beaches, mixed
with monuments, friendly locals, great food
& incredible landscapes make Vietnam,
Cambodia, Laos & Thailand hard to beat.
Only Contiki gives you a Backstage Pass
on all things Indochina that will fast track
you to an in-depth experience like no other.
From the Mekong & Halong Bay, to bustling
city vibes, get geared up for an authentic
adventure into some of the world’s most
incredible spots.
“Choose from 4 great
tours from 10 to 25 days”
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Da Nang
HANOI
NHA TRANG
HUE
HOI AN
HO CHI MINH CITY
Halong Bay
1MEKONG DELTA
PAKBENG
VANG VIENG
VIENTIANE
LUANG PRABANG
BANGKOK
CHIANG MAI
CHIANG RAI
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
PHNOM PENH
SIEMREAP
2
1
SOUTH CHINA SEA
THAILAND
LAOS
CAMBODIA
Burma
China
VIETNAM
THAILANDLAOSCAMBODIAVIETNAM
ME TimeME Time is all about fl exibility & the freedom to explore on your own terms. You choose how
to spend your free time; relaxing,
discovering, getting a little random.
Or you can choose from our
ME Time Optionals. Make every
moment count.
ME Time optionalsM Kuang Si Waterfalls trip in Luang PrabangM Vietnamese cooking class in Hoi An
don’t missVietnam’s tailors!
Shopaholics will love
Vietnam’s famous
tailors & get a true
fashion fix. Pick
up some unique
threads or copies
of old favorites
at great prices,
all made
to measure.
25 Days4 countrIES
BIG INDOCHINA ADVENTURE
Places visitedNightstopsSpecial Stay night
1
1
LUANG PRABANG
your backstage pass includes• Private 2 day boat cruise along the Mekong River
• Forest elephant ride
• Locally guided bike tour of World Heritage listed Luang
Prabang
• Guided visit of the COPE support & rehab center
• Guided bike ride through the Vietnamese countryside
• Cyclo ride to Hue’s ancient Citadel
• Visit the Cu Chi tunnels
• Expert English-speaking Local Guides
• All private coach transportation
Plus Unique Special Stays• Guest houses in the Mekong Delta & in Pakbeng
• Chinese style Junk Boat in Halong Bay
Plus Regional Dinners• Indulge in traditional Cambodian dishes with a modern
twist at a restaurant that trains disadvantaged youth
• Vietnamese meal at a local family-run restaurant
Courtney: I had an unbelievable time. Our
guide was so much fun & we saw some amazing
places. …Would go back in a heart beat!
Visit contiki.com/indochina-adventure
US$3565pp*US$143 per day
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Day 1: Arrive BangkokTuk-tuks, neon lights & buzzing street life, it’s bustling Bangkok! Arrive at the hotel & meet your Tour Manager & fellow travelers, then hit the city for a night out. Hotel
Day 2: Bangkok to Chiang MaiTake in the sights before we cruise the canals & see locals going about their day before boarding our overnight train. Overnight train (B)
• Visit the Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha
• Guided klong (canal) tour
M Group photo at the Grand Palace
Day 3: Chiang MaiVisit Buddhist temples with our local guide, then explore the city or opt for a Thai cooking class tonight. Hotel (B)
• Visit Wat Prathat temple
M Hands-on Thai cooking class experience
Day 4: Chiang Mai to Chiang RaiWe head towards Chiang Rai, there’s an option to visit unique hill tribe villages before exploring the city’s famous Night Bazaar. Hotel (B)
M Visit to unique Thai hill tribe villages
Day 5: Chiang Rai to PakbengAfter crossing the Thai/Laos border, we board our private boat & cruise the Mekong River, seeing local life along the river. Arrive before sunset in Pakbeng for our overnight stay.
� Guest house Special Stay (B,L,D)
• See local riverside villages
Day 6: Pakbeng to Luang PrabangContinue cruising the Mekong before hitting Luang Prabang. Take a sightseeing bike tour before checking out the night markets. Hotel (B,L)
• Visit to the Pak Ou caves
• Visit Wat Xieng Thong temple
Day 7: Luang PrabangIf you make an early start, take part in the ritual of offering alms (food) to the hundreds of Buddhist monks. If you feel like cooling off, take a trip to the Kuang Si Falls for a swim or visit the Royal Palace. Hotel (B)
• Forest elephant ride
Day 8: Luang Prabang to Vang ViengToday it’s on to Vang Vieng, known for its limestone karsts (rock formations), outdoor adventure activities & buzzing nightlife. Hotel (B)
• Scenic drive to Vang Vieng
Day 9: Vang ViengGet hold of a map & explore with a free day. Maybe rent a bike – there’s an array of limestone caves, swimming holes, tunnels & bunkers to discover. Wind down with your friends & catch sunset at a riverside bar or an island watering-hole. Hotel (B)
Day 10: Vang Vieng to VientianeArriving in Vientiane, we’ll take a locally guided tour of the nation’s French influenced capital. Later, we’ll visit That Luang & view Laos’ ‘Arc de Triomphe’. Hotel (B)
• Visit Luang Stupa & Patuxi
• Visit COPE support & rehab center
Day 11: Vientiane to Phnom PenhIn Phnom Penh we’ll see reminders of the country’s dark history, then later wrap up the day at a restaurant where former disadvantaged youth are trained in hospitality. Hotel (B,D)
• Visit the ‘Killing Fields’ & Genocide Museum
• Dinner at Friends Restaurant
Day 12: Phnom Penh to Siem ReapCatch a flight to Siem Reap before cruising Tonle Sap Lake on our private boat. Tonight, maybe visit the Psar Chas (old market) for handicrafts & exotic fresh produce. Hotel (B)
• Tonle Sap Lake cruise
Day 13: Siem ReapWake to watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat & hear the legends of the sacred sites of the Khmer Empire before we visit Angkor Thom by tuk-tuk! Hotel (B)
• Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm
Day 14: Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh CityIt’s free time before we fly to Ho Chi Minh City. Later, hit the thriving Ben Thanh markets & pick up anything from tasty food to iconic conical hats. Hotel (B)
Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong DeltaIt’s a 2 day journey into the Mekong Delta. We’ll try out sampans (local boats), take in local industries & see floating markets.
� Guest house Special Stay (B,L,D)
• Mekong Delta cruise
• See local industry demonstrations
• Visit a local tea garden
Day 16: Mekong Delta to Ho Chi Minh CityWe head back to Ho Chi Minh via the legendary tunnels in Cu Chi – you can even go down into the tunnels & experience them first hand! Hotel (B)
• Visit to the Cu Chi tunnels
Day 17: Ho Chi Minh City to Nha TrangTake a city tour then visit the War Remnants Museum before we fly to Nha Trang. Hotel (B)
• View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office & the Presidential Palace
• Visit the War Remnants Museum
Day 18: Nha TrangToday, do your own thing or opt to take off to the gorgeous offshore islands for some swim stops & snorkeling. Hotel (B)
M Relaxing island cruise with swim stops & snorkeling
Day 19: Nha Trang to Hoi AnFly to Da Nang & travel down to Hoi An. Take a guided walking tour, see the countryside at sunset by bike, before opting for a cooking class. Hotel (B)
• Visit the town’s Old Quarter & Japanese covered bridge
Day 20: Hoi AnMaybe visit the temples of My Son, ride a bike down to the beach or use the day to explore the town. Otherwise relax or walk along the waterfront to the local markets. Hotel (B)
M Guided tour of My Son Temples
Day 21: Hoi An to HueEnjoy stunning views while driving over the “Pass of the Ocean Clouds” to Hue. Visit the famous city sights before dinner at a family-run restaurant. Hotel (B,D)
• Cross the Hai Van Pass
• Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda & the Imperial Citadel
• Cyclo ride
Day 22: Hue to HanoiOur morning begins with a flight to Hanoi & a visit to the Temple of Literature. Hotel (B)
• Visit the Temple of Literature
Day 23: Hanoi to Halong BayToday we board a traditional junk boat on Halong Bay for our overnight cruise. See amazing views from the junk as we pass coves, cliffs & beaches. We stop for a swim before docking for sunset.
� Junk boat Special Stay (B,L,D)
• Visit the Sung Sot Caves
• Boat cruise to a grotto island
Day 24: Halong Bay to HanoiWake to more fantastic views from the junk before we return to Hanoi. Later you could try Hanoi’s world-famous water puppet performance before a farewell dinner. Hotel (B,L)
Day 25: Depart HanoiYour tour ends after breakfast, so it’s time to say farewell to your group. (B)
What’s Included:
24 nights accommodation:
20 nights in 3 star hotels
2 nights in guest houses
1 overnight train
1 overnight cruise
(more on p.12-13)
34 meals:
24 breakfasts (B)
5 lunches (L)
5 dinners (D)
An experienced &
professional Tour Manager &
English-speaking Local Guides
Sightseeing tours of all
major cities plus orientations
in all other destinations
Local taxes, payments
& service charges
6 internal flights
Transportation & included
sightseeing
World Heritage
sites visited
$ SAVE
5
Code: BICA 2013/14
Go all out on the Big Indo. From busy cities, chilled countrysides & stunning beaches to historic temples, you’ll get it all in 25 days. With the perfect mix of action & adventure blended with the ideal amount of relaxing & taking it easy - this trip is set to amaze.
Itinerary & Sightseeing
Big IndochinaAdventure25 days
20 | 21
How much & when
CH
IAN
G R
AI
INDOCHINA
SIEM REAP
Pay early & save
up to US$265.
See p.17 for details.
Start Finish Total Bangkok Hanoi Cost US$ pp*
Start Finish Total Bangkok Hanoi Cost US$ pp*
2013Jan 20 ● Feb 13 3565Jan 23 ● Feb 16 3565Jan 27 ● Feb 20 3565Jan 30 Feb 23 3565Feb 3 Feb 27 3565Feb 10 Mar 6 3565Feb 17 Mar 13 3565Feb 20 Mar 16 3565Feb 24 Mar 20 3565Mar 3 Mar 27 3565Mar 10 Apr 3 3565Mar 17 Apr 10 3565Mar 24 Apr 17 3565Mar 31 Apr 24 3565Apr 7 ● May 1 3565Apr 14 ● May 8 3565Apr 21 May 15 3565Apr 28 May 22 3565May 5 May 29 3565May 12 Jun 5 3565May 19 Jun 12 3565May 26 Jun 19 3565Jun 2 Jun 26 3565Jun 9 Jul 3 3565Jun 16 Jul 10 3565Jun 23 Jul 17 3565Jun 30 Jul 24 3565Jul 7 Jul 31 3565Jul 14 Aug 7 3565Jul 21 Aug 14 3565Jul 28 Aug 21 3565Aug 4 Aug 28 3565Aug 11 Sep 4 3565Aug 18 Sep 11 3565Aug 25 Sep 18 3565Sep 1 Sep 25 3565Sep 8 Oct 2 3565Sep 15 Oct 9 3565Oct 27 Nov 20 3565
2013Oct 30 Nov 23 3565Nov 3 Nov 27 3565Nov 6 Nov 30 3565Nov 10 Dec 4 3565Nov 13 Dec 7 3565Nov 17 Dec 11 3565Nov 24 Dec 18 3565Nov 27 Dec 21 3565Dec 1 Dec 25 3565Dec 4 Dec 28 3565Dec 8 Jan 1 3565Dec 11 Jan 4 3565Dec 15 Jan 8 3565Dec 22 Jan 15 3565Dec 25 Jan 18 3565Dec 29 Jan 22 35652014Jan 1 Jan 25 3565Jan 5 Jan 29 3565Jan 8 ● Feb 1 3565Jan 12 ● Feb 5 3565Jan 19 Feb 12 3565Jan 22 Feb 15 3565Jan 26 Feb 19 3565Jan 29 Feb 22 3565Feb 2 Feb 26 3565Feb 5 Mar 1 3565Feb 9 Mar 5 3565Feb 16 Mar 12 3565Feb 19 Mar 15 3565Feb 23 Mar 19 3565Feb 26 Mar 22 3565Mar 2 Mar 26 3565Mar 9 Apr 2 3565Mar 16 Apr 9 3565Mar 23 Apr 16 3565Mar 30 Apr 23 3565
The above prices are accurate as of August 20th, 2012 & include internal airfares. For up-to-date pricing please go to contiki.com/indochina-adventure.
Included fl ights: Prices above include the land tour & internal/international flights as specified on the map only & do not include international airfares to or from the tour start & end cities. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.32 for important info.
* Prices above are based on twin-share (multi-share on train). If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex roommate at no extra charge.
A single room supplement is available for US$809 (only applicable in hotels).
A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.● These tours will be in Thailand for Songkran festival
(Thai New Year & water festival) or Vietnam for Tet (Vietnamese New Year).
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Insurance & visas: For important information please see p.32.
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PAKBENG
VANG VIENG
VIENTIANE
LUANG PRABANG
BANGKOK
CHIANG MAI
CHIANG RAI
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
PHNOM PENH
SIEMREAP
2
1
SOUTH
CHINA
SEA
THAILAND
LAOS
CAMBODIA
Burma
China
Vietnam
14 Days3 countries
THAILANDLAOSCAMBODIA
aSIAN ADVENTURE
ME TimeME Time is all about fl exibility & the freedom to explore on your own terms. You choose how
to spend your free time; relaxing,
discovering, getting a little random.
Or you can choose from our
ME Time Optionals. Make every
moment count.
ME Time optionalsM Visit Thai hill tribe villages in Chiang RaiM Kuang Si Waterfalls trip in Luang Prabang
don’t missSunset at Utopia
Restaurant in Luang
Prabang. The views over the
Mekong make it the perfect
place to
have
a drink &
watch the
stunning
sunset.
your backstage pass includes• Private 2 day boat cruise along the Mekong River
• Forest elephant ride
• Locally guided bike tour of World Heritage listed Luang
Prabang
• Guided visit of the COPE support & rehab center
• Expert English-speaking Local Guides
• All private coach transportation
Plus Unique Special Stay• Guest house in Pakbeng
Plus Regional Dinner• Indulge in traditional Cambodian dishes with a modern
twist at a restaurant that trains disadvantaged youth
Places visitedNightstopsSpecial Stay night
1
1
LUANG PRABANG
Suzo_810: The 2 weeks flew by so quickly,
however the duration was perfect for this trip.
I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting
a vacation with an even mix of culture & sightseeing.
US$1859pp*US$133 per day
Visit contiki.com/asian-adventure
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Day 1: Arrive BangkokTuk-tuks, streetside BBQs, neon lights & buzzing street life, it’s bustling Bangkok! Arrive at the hotel & meet your Tour Manager & fellow travelers, then hit the city for a night out. Hotel
Day 2: Bangkok to Chiang MaiVisit the incredible Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple. Later, cruise the klongs (canals) & see locals going about their day then dive into the downtown area’s plazas, or shops in Siam Square. Try Chinatown for some Asian delicacies before we board an overnight train to Chiang Mai. Overnight train (B)
• Visit the Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha
• Guided klong (canal) tour
M Group photo at Bangkok’s Grand Palace
Day 3: Chiang MaiHead for the hills with our Local Guide & maybe even receive a Buddhist blessing! Surrounded by a moat & 300 temples, chill out & explore Chiang Mai. You could take an optional Thai cooking class tonight, chill by the pool or visit the famous Night Bazaar. Hotel (B)
• Visit Wat Phrathat Temple
M Hands-on Thai cooking class experience
Day 4: Chiang Mai to Chiang RaiToday we head towards Chiang Rai. In the afternoon, opt to visit unique hill tribe villages before heading back to Chiang Rai to explore or check out a local night stop. Hotel (B)
Day 5: Chiang Rai to PakbengAfter crossing the Thai/Laos border, we board our private boat & cruise the mighty Mekong River. Drift through towering, jungle-covered gorges, seeing local life in remote villages along the river banks.
We arrive before sunset in Pakbeng for our overnight stay.
� Guest house Special Stay (B,L,D)
• See local riverside villages
Day 6: Pakbeng to Luang PrabangContinue cruising the Mekong before arriving in the historic hotspot Luang Prabang. Take a bike tour around town, visit Wat Xiang Thong temple & perhaps take a walk up Mt Phu Si before perusing the night markets where local people sell their textiles & handicrafts. Hotel (B,L)
• Visit the Pak Ou Caves
• Visit Wat Xieng Thong temple
Day 7: Luang PrabangIf you make an early start, take part in the ritual of offering alms (food) to the hundreds of Buddhist monks. If you feel like cooling off, take a trip to the Kuang Si waterfalls for a swim or visit the Royal Palace. Hotel (B)
• Forest elephant ride
Day 8: Luang Prabang to Vang ViengToday it’s on to riverside & action packed Vang Vieng, known for its dramatic limestone karsts (rock formations) & outdoor adventure activities. Later, check out the buzzing nightlife in this vibrant backpacker town. Hotel (B)
• Scenic drive to Vang Vieng
Day 9: Vang ViengGet hold of a map & explore with a free day. Maybe rent a bike – there’s an array of limestone caves, swimming holes, tunnels & bunkers to discover. Tonight, watch the sunset at a riverside bar or an island watering-hole. Hotel (B)
Day 10: Vang Vieng to VientianeArriving in Vientiane, we’ll take a locally guided tour of the nation’s French influenced capital. Later, we’ll visit That
Luang & view Laos’ ‘Arc de Triomphe’. Hotel (B)
• Visit Luang Stupa & Patuxi
• Visit to COPE support & rehab center
Day 11: Vientiane to Phnom PenhGoodbye Laos & hello Cambodia as you travel by plane to the capital city, once known as the “Pearl of Asia”. View first hand the reminders of the country’s dark history with a visit to the Khmer Rouge ‘Killing Fields’ & the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Tonight wrap up the day at a restaurant where former disadvantaged youth are trained in hospitality. Hotel (B,D)
• Visit the ‘Killing Fields’ & Genocide Museum
• Dinner at Friends Restaurant
Day 12: Phnom Penh to Siem ReapCatch a flight to Siem Reap before taking a private boat cruise to see the unique floating villages found here. Chill out with a visit to the Psar Chas (old market) for handicrafts & exotic fresh produce. Or for a dose of culture, see an Apsara dance performance. Hotel (B)
• Tonle Sap Lake cruise
Day 13: Siem ReapWake to watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world & hear the legends of the sacred sites of the Khmer Empire from your Local Guide. Later, we visit Angkor Thom by tuk-tuk & Ta Prohm temple, as seen in the movie Tomb Raider. After a long day of sights relax, play some pool, or venture down Pub Street to explore the nightlife. Hotel (B)
• Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm
Day 14: Ends Siem ReapOur tour ends this morning after breakfast so it’s time to say goodbye to your group & Tour Manager. (B)
What’s Included:
13 nights accommodation:
11 nights in 3 star hotels
1 night in a guest house
1 overnight train
(more on p.12-13)
17 meals:
13 breakfasts (B)
2 lunches (L)
2 dinners (D)
An experienced &
professional Tour Manager &
English-speaking Local Guides
Sightseeing tours of all
major cities plus orientations
in all other destinations
Local taxes, payments
& service charges
2 internal flights
Transportation & included
sightseeing
World Heritage
sites visited
$ SAVE
2
Experience the best of Thailand, Laos & Cambodia on this epic trip! From busy Bangkok, the chilled Mekong with its sugar fields & coconut palms, to French influenced Luang Prabang, finish it up with cool Cambodia for a serious historical fix.
22 | 23
Itinerary & Sightseeing
How much & when
SIE
M R
EA
P
AsianAdventure14 days
INDOCHINA
KUANG SI WATERFALLS
night markets
Pay early & save
up to US$150.
See p.17 for details.
Start Finish Total Bangkok Siem Reap Cost US$ pp*
Start Finish Total Bangkok Siem Reap Cost US$ pp*
2013Jan 20 Feb 2 1859Jan 23 Feb 5 1859Jan 27 Feb 9 1859Jan 30 Feb 12 1859Feb 3 Feb 16 1859Feb 10 Feb 23 1859Feb 17 Mar 2 1859Feb 20 Mar 5 1859Feb 24 Mar 9 1859Mar 3 Mar 16 1859Mar 10 Mar 23 1859Mar 17 Mar 30 1859Mar 24 Apr 6 1859Mar 31 Apr 13 1859Apr 7 ● Apr 20 1859Apr 14 ● Apr 27 1859Apr 21 May 4 1859Apr 28 May 11 1859May 5 May 18 1859May 12 May 25 1859May 19 Jun 1 1859May 26 Jun 8 1859Jun 2 Jun 15 1859Jun 9 Jun 22 1859Jun 16 Jun 29 1859Jun 23 Jul 6 1859Jun 30 Jul 13 1859Jul 7 Jul 20 1859Jul 14 Jul 27 1859Jul 21 Aug 3 1859Jul 28 Aug 10 1859Aug 4 Aug 17 1859Aug 11 Aug 24 1859Aug 18 Aug 31 1859Aug 25 Sep 7 1859Sep 1 Sep 14 1859Sep 8 Sep 21 1859Sep 15 Sep 28 1859Sep 22 Oct 5 1859Sep 29 Oct 12 1859
2013Oct 27 Nov 9 1859Oct 30 Nov 12 1859Nov 3 Nov 16 1859Nov 6 Nov 19 1859Nov 10 Nov 23 1859Nov 13 Nov 26 1859Nov 17 Nov 30 1859Nov 24 Dec 7 1859Nov 27 Dec 10 1859Dec 1 Dec 14 1859Dec 4 Dec 17 1859Dec 8 Dec 21 1859Dec 11 Dec 24 1859Dec 15 Dec 28 1859Dec 22 Jan 4 1859Dec 25 Jan 7 1859Dec 29 Jan 11 18592014Jan 1 Jan 14 1859Jan 5 Jan 18 1859Jan 8 Jan 21 1859Jan 12 Jan 25 1859Jan 19 Feb 1 1859Jan 22 Feb 4 1859Jan 26 Feb 8 1859Jan 29 Feb 11 1859Feb 2 Feb 15 1859Feb 5 Feb 18 1859Feb 9 Feb 22 1859Feb 16 Mar 1 1859Feb 19 Mar 4 1859Feb 23 Mar 8 1859Feb 26 Mar 11 1859Mar 2 Mar 15 1859Mar 9 Mar 22 1859Mar 16 Mar 29 1859Mar 23 Apr 5 1859Mar 30 Apr 12 1859
The above prices are accurate as of August 20th, 2012 & include internal airfares. For up-to-date pricing please go to contiki.com/asian-adventure.
Included fl ights: Prices above include the land tour & internal/international flights as specified on the map only & do not include international airfares to or from the tour start & end cities. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.32 for important info.
* Prices above are based on twin-share (multi-share on train). If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex roommate at no extra charge.
A single room supplement is available for US$455 (only applicable in hotels).
A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.● These tours will be in Thailand for Songkran festival
(Thai New Year & water festival) or Laos for Pi-Mai Lao (Laos New Year & water festival).
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Insurance & visas: For important information please see p.32.
Code: ASAD 2013/14
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Da Nang
HANOI
NHA TRANG
HUE
HOI AN
HO CHI MINH CITY
Halong Bay
1
2
2
2
2
1
1MEKONG DELTA SOUTH CHINA SEA
VIETNAM
Thailand
Cambodia
China
Laos
12 Days1 countrY
VIETNAM
VIETNAM EXPERIENCE
ME TimeME Time is all about fl exibility & the freedom to explore on your own terms. You choose how
to spend your free time; relaxing,
discovering, getting a little random.
Or you can choose from our
ME Time Optionals. Make every
moment count.
ME Time optionalsM Relaxing island cruise with swim stops &
snorkeling in Nha TrangM Guided tour of My Son Temples in Hoi An
don’t missA legendary Vietnamese
Bánh mì sub sandwich.
Famous around the world
& packed with all kinds of
edible goodness – they’re
a must try.
your backstage pass includes• Guided bike ride through the Vietnamese countryside
• Cyclo ride to Hue’s ancient Citadel
• Visit the Cu Chi tunnels
• Expert English-speaking Local Guides
• All private coach transportation
Plus Unique Special Stays• Guest house in the Mekong Delta
• Chinese style Junk Boat in Halong Bay
Plus Regional Dinner• Vietnamese meal at a local family-run restaurant
Olivia B: I would strongly recommend this tour
to anyone contemplating a trip to Asia. There’s
so much to see that’s not mentioned in the
itinerary. I had the absolute time of my life!
US$1379pp*US$115 per day
Visit contiki.com/vietnam-experience
Places visitedNightstopsSpecial Stay night
1
1
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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh CityFormerly known as Saigon,
cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh is
packed with scooters, roadside
shops, high-rises & reminders
of the Vietnam war. Tonight
meet your Tour Manager &
fellow travelers at the hotel
before seeing the Ben Thanh
markets. Hotel
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong DeltaIt’s a 2 day journey into the Mekong Delta. We’ll try out
sampans (local boats), take in local industries & see floating
markets – giving a glimpse of everyday waterway life.
Tonight, see a musical performance before dinner at
our local guest house.
� Guest house Special Stay (B,L,D)
• Mekong Delta cruise
• See local demonstrations
• Visit a local tea garden
Day 3: Mekong Delta to Ho Chi Minh CityWe head back to Ho Chi Minh via the Viet Cong’s legendary
tunnels in Cu Chi. See traps, hidden doors & some of the
155 miles of tunnels that Vietnamese resistance fighters
dug by hand – you can even go down into the skinny tunnels &
experience them first hand! Hotel (B)
• Visit to the Cu Chi tunnels
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City to Nha TrangView the Notre Dame
Cathedral, General Post Office & the Presidential (or Reunification) Palace on our city tour. We also visit the War Remnants Museum for
some history on the Vietnam War. Explore the city before catching a flight to Nha Trang, famous for its golden beaches & idyllic turquoise waters. Hotel (B)
• View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office & Presidential Palace
• Visit to the War Remnants Museum
Day 5: Nha TrangSink into the laid-back beach lifestyle with a free day to enjoy the sun & sea. Do your own thing or take off to the gorgeous offshore islands on our optional cruise with swim stops, snorkeling & banquet lunch. Afterwards perhaps indulge in a mineral mud bath & hot springs experience before getting a taste of Nha Trang by night! Hotel (B)
Day 6: Nha Trang to Hoi AnFly to Da Nang & travel down to Hoi An. We take a guided walking tour through the Old Quarter, before some free time. Explore this city, known for it’s colorful cloths & tailors who make to order. Then taste why Vietnamese food has such a good reputation with an optional cooking class. Hotel (B)
• Visit the town’s Old Quarter & Japanese covered bridge
M Authentic & tasty Vietnamese cooking class
Day 7: Hoi AnMaybe visit the temples of My Son, ride a bike down to the
beach or use the day to explore the town. Otherwise relax or
walk along the waterfront to
the local markets. Hotel (B)
Day 8: Hoi An to HueThere are stunning coastal views
while driving over the “Pass of
the Ocean Clouds” to the former
Royal City of Hue. Visit the
7-storied Thien Mu Pagoda
before dinner at a family-run
restaurant. Hotel (B,D)
• Cross the Hai Van Pass
• Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda
& the Imperial Citadel
• Cyclo ride
M Group photo at Hue’s
Imperial Citadel
Day 9: Hue to HanoiOur morning begins with a
flight to Hanoi. This city is an
open-air museum & we’ll start
with a visit to the Temple of
Literature. Hotel (B)
• Visit the Temple of
Literature
Day 10: Hanoi to Halong BayToday we board a traditional
junk boat on Halong Bay for
our overnight cruise. See
amazing views from the junk as
we pass coves, cliffs & beaches.
We stop for a swim before
docking for sunset.
� Junk boat Special Stay (B,L,D)
• Visit the Sung Sot Caves
• Boat cruise to a grotto
island
Day 11: Halong Bay to HanoiWake to more fantastic views
from the junk before we return
to Hanoi. Later you could try
Hanoi’s world-famous water
puppet performance before a
farewell dinner. Hotel (B,L)
Day 12: Depart HanoiYour tour ends after breakfast,
so it’s time to swap email
addresses & say farewell to
your group. (B)
What’s Included:
11 nights accommodation:
9 nights in 3 star hotels
1 night in a guest house
1 overnight cruise
(more on p.12-13)
17 meals:
11 breakfasts (B)
3 lunches (L)
3 dinners (D)
An experienced &
professional Tour Manager &
English-speaking Local Guides
Sightseeing tours of all
major cities plus orientations
in all other destinations
Local taxes, payments
& service charges
3 internal flights
Transportation & included
sightseeing
World Heritage
sites visited
$ SAVE
3
Vietnam on your mind? Cruise the delta, see floating markets, cycle around Hoi An & experience the best of Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi & Hue. Raise the relaxation vibes in Nha Trang, hit Halong Bay in a Junk Boat & see why this place is truly a country where East meets West.
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Halong bay
HOI AN
Itinerary & Sightseeing
How much & when
NH
A T
RA
NG
VietnamExperience12 days
INDOCHINA
PHO, HANOI
Pay early & save
up to US$100.
See p.17 for details.
Start Finish Total Ho Chi Hanoi Cost Minh US$ pp*
Start Finish Total Ho Chi Hanoi Cost Minh US$ pp*
2013Jan 15 Jan 26 1379Jan 19 Jan 30 1379Jan 26 Feb 6 1379Feb 2 ● Feb 13 1379Feb 5 ● Feb 16 1379Feb 9 ● Feb 20 1379Feb 12 Feb 23 1379Feb 16 Feb 27 1379Feb 23 Mar 6 1379Mar 2 Mar 13 1379Mar 5 Mar 16 1379Mar 9 Mar 20 1379Mar 16 Mar 27 1379Mar 23 Apr 3 1379Mar 30 Apr 10 1379Apr 6 Apr 17 1379Apr 13 Apr 24 1379Apr 20 May 1 1379Apr 27 May 8 1379May 4 May 15 1379May 11 May 22 1379May 18 May 29 1379May 25 Jun 5 1379Jun 1 Jun 12 1379Jun 8 Jun 19 1379Jun 15 Jun 26 1379Jun 22 Jul 3 1379Jun 29 Jul 10 1379Jul 6 Jul 17 1379Jul 13 Jul 24 1379Jul 20 Jul 31 1379Jul 27 Aug 7 1379Aug 3 Aug 14 1379Aug 10 Aug 21 1379Aug 17 Aug 28 1379Aug 24 Sep 4 1379Aug 31 Sep 11 1379Sep 7 Sep 18 1379Sep 14 Sep 25 1379Sep 21 Oct 2 1379
2013Sep 28 Oct 9 1379Oct 26 Nov 6 1379Nov 2 Nov 13 1379Nov 9 Nov 20 1379Nov 12 Nov 23 1379Nov 16 Nov 27 1379Nov 19 Nov 30 1379Nov 23 Dec 4 1379Nov 26 Dec 7 1379Nov 30 Dec 11 1379Dec 7 Dec 18 1379Dec 10 Dec 21 1379Dec 14 Dec 25 1379Dec 17 Dec 28 1379Dec 21 Jan 1 1379Dec 24 Jan 4 1379Dec 28 Jan 8 13792014Jan 4 Jan 15 1379Jan 7 Jan 18 1379Jan 11 Jan 22 1379Jan 14 Jan 25 1379Jan 18 Jan 29 1379Jan 21 ● Feb 1 1379Jan 25 ● Feb 5 1379Feb 1 Feb 12 1379Feb 4 Feb 15 1379Feb 8 Feb 19 1379Feb 11 Feb 22 1379Feb 15 Feb 26 1379Feb 18 Mar 1 1379Feb 22 Mar 5 1379Mar 1 Mar 12 1379Mar 4 Mar 15 1379Mar 8 Mar 19 1379Mar 11 Mar 22 1379Mar 15 Mar 26 1379Mar 22 Apr 2 1379Mar 29 Apr 9 1379
The above prices are accurate as of August 20th, 2012 & include internal airfares. For up-to-date pricing please go to contiki.com/vietnam-experience.
Included fl ights: Prices above include the land tour & internal flights as specified on the map only & do not include international airfares to or from the tour start & end cities. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.32 for important info.
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex roommate at no extra charge.
A single room supplement is available for US$359 (only applicable in hotels).
A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.● These tours will be in Vietnam for Tet (Vietnamese
New Year).
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Insurance & visas: For important information please see p.32.
Code: VIEP 2013/14
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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh CityFormerly known as Saigon,
cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh is
action packed. Tonight meet
your Tour Manager & fellow
travelers at the hotel before
seeing the Ben Thanh markets.
Hotel
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City to Nha TrangTake a tour of the city hotspots
before catching a flight to the
beach paradise of Nha Trang.
Hotel (B)
• View the Notre Dame
Cathedral, General Post
Office & Presidential Palace
• Visit to the War Remnants
Museum
Day 3: Nha TrangSink into the laid-back beach
lifestyle with a free day. Do
your own thing or take off to
the gorgeous offshore islands
on an optional cruise! Hotel (B)
M Relaxing island cruise with
swim stops & snorkeling
Day 4: Nha Trang to Hoi AnFly to Da Nang & travel down to Hoi An. Enjoy a guided city tour through the Old Quarter then some free time, or opt for a cooking class tonight! Hotel (B)
• Visit the town’s Old Quarter & Japanese covered bridge
M Authentic Vietnamese cooking class
Day 5: Hoi AnMaybe visit the temples of My Son, ride a bike down to the beach or use the day to explore the town. Hotel (B)
M Guided tour of My Son Temples
Day 6: Hoi An to HueEnjoy stunning views while driving over the “Pass of the Ocean Clouds” to Hue. Visit the famous city sights before dinner at a family-run restaurant. Hotel (B,D)
• Cross the Hai Van Pass
• Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda & the Imperial Citadel
• Cyclo ride
M Group photo at Hue’s Imperial Citadel
Day 7: Hue to HanoiOur morning begins with a flight to Hanoi & a visit to the Temple of Literature. Hotel (B)
• Visit the Temple of Literature
Day 8: Hanoi to Halong BayToday we board a traditional junk boat on Halong Bay for our overnight cruise. See amazing views from the junk as we pass coves, cliffs & beaches. We stop for a swim before docking for sunset.
� Junk boat Special Stay (B,L,D)
• Visit the Sung Sot Caves
• Boat cruise to a grotto island
Day 9: Halong Bay to HanoiWake to more fantastic views from the junk before we return to Hanoi. Later you could try Hanoi’s world-famous water puppet performance before a farewell dinner. Hotel (B,L)
Day 10: Depart HanoiYour tour ends after breakfast, so it’s time to say farewell to your group. (B)
What’s Included:
9 nights accommodation:
8 nights in 3 star hotels
1 overnight cruise
(more on p.12-13)
13 meals:
9 breakfasts (B)
2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D)
An experienced &
professional Tour Manager &
English-speaking Local Guides
Sightseeing tours of all
major cities plus orientations
in all other destinations
Local taxes, payments
& service charges
3 internal flights
Transportation & included
sightseeing
World Heritage
sites visited
$ SAVE
3
10 Days1 countrY
ME Time optionalsLook for the (M) symbol in the itinerary to make the most of your ME Time.
backstage pass Inclusions• Guided bike ride through
the Vietnamese countryside• Cyclo ride to Hue’s Citadel• Expert English-speaking
Local Guides• All private coach transportation
Plus Unique Special Stay• Chinese style Junk Boat in
Halong Bay
Plus Regional Dinner• Traditional Vietnamese
meal at a local restaurant
CITADEL, HUE
NHA TRANGA
HUEHH
Halong Bay
11111
2
1
HOI AN
SOUTH CHINA SEA
Thailand
ambodiaCa
China
Laos
How much & when
Itinerary & SightseeingHALONG BAY
VIETNAM HIGHLIGHTS
1
1
Places visitedNightstopsSpecial Stay night
Code: VIHI 2013/14Start Finish Total Ho Chi Hanoi Cost Minh US$ pp*
Start Finish Total Ho Chi Hanoi Cost Minh US$ pp*
2013Jan 17 Jan 26 1149Jan 21 Jan 30 1149Jan 28 Feb 6 1149Feb 4 ● Feb 13 1149Feb 7 ● Feb 16 1149Feb 11 ● Feb 20 1149Feb 14 Feb 23 1149Feb 18 Feb 27 1149Feb 25 Mar 6 1149Mar 4 Mar 13 1149Mar 7 Mar 16 1149Mar 11 Mar 20 1149Mar 18 Mar 27 1149Mar 25 Apr 3 1149Apr 1 Apr 10 1149Apr 8 Apr 17 1149Apr 15 Apr 24 1149Apr 22 May 1 1149Apr 29 May 8 1149May 6 May 15 1149May 13 May 22 1149May 20 May 29 1149May 27 Jun 5 1149Jun 3 Jun 12 1149Jun 10 Jun 19 1149Jun 17 Jun 26 1149Jun 24 Jul 3 1149Jul 1 Jul 10 1149Jul 8 Jul 17 1149Jul 15 Jul 24 1149Jul 22 Jul 31 1149Jul 29 Aug 7 1149Aug 5 Aug 14 1149Aug 12 Aug 21 1149Aug 19 Aug 28 1149Aug 26 Sep 4 1149Sep 2 Sep 11 1149Sep 9 Sep 18 1149Sep 16 Sep 25 1149Sep 23 Oct 2 1149
2013Sep 30 Oct 9 1149Oct 28 Nov 6 1149Nov 4 Nov 13 1149Nov 11 Nov 20 1149Nov 14 Nov 23 1149Nov 18 Nov 27 1149Nov 21 Nov 30 1149Nov 25 Dec 4 1149Nov 28 Dec 7 1149Dec 2 Dec 11 1149Dec 9 Dec 18 1149Dec 12 Dec 21 1149Dec 16 Dec 25 1149Dec 19 Dec 28 1149Dec 23 Jan 1 1149Dec 26 Jan 4 1149Dec 30 Jan 8 11492014Jan 6 Jan 15 1149Jan 9 Jan 18 1149Jan 13 Jan 22 1149Jan 16 Jan 25 1149Jan 20 Jan 29 1149Jan 23 ● Feb 1 1149Jan 27 ● Feb 5 1149Feb 3 Feb 12 1149Feb 6 Feb 15 1149Feb 10 Feb 19 1149Feb 13 Feb 22 1149Feb 17 Feb 26 1149Feb 20 Mar 1 1149Feb 24 Mar 5 1149Mar 3 Mar 12 1149Mar 6 Mar 15 1149Mar 10 Mar 19 1149Mar 13 Mar 22 1149Mar 17 Mar 26 1149Mar 24 Apr 2 1149Mar 31 Apr 9 1149
The above prices are accurate as of August 20th, 2012 & include internal airfares. For up-to-date pricing please go to contiki.com/vietnam-highlights.
Included fl ights: Prices above include the land tour & internal flights as specified on the map only & do not include international airfares to or from the tour start & end cities. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.32 for important info.
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex roommate at no extra charge.
A single room supplement is available for US$315 (only applicable in hotels).
A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.● These tours will be in Vietnam for Tet (Vietnamese
New Year).
Insurance & visas: For important information please see p.32.
Pay early & save
up to US$80.
See p.17 for details.
US$1149pp*US$115 per day
Visit contiki.com/vietnam-highlights
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THAI ISLANDSWith white-sand beaches, turquoise water & endless good times,
Thailand’s islands are incredible.
No matter what time of year you choose to travel, let us show
you why we love them. With our two great-value Thai Island
Hopper trips you can experience the best of the Thai islands at
their ultimate time of year.
Experience our Thai Island Hopper East between April & September
& relax on island time in Koh Samui, Koh Tao & Koh Pha Ngan.
Between October & March it’s all about the Thai Island Hopper
West, visiting Phuket, Krabi & the legendary Koh Phi Phi.
EAST & WEST TOURS
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from a hill top. Later take in the atmosphere of Phi Phi by night. Resort (B,D)
Days 5-6: Koh Phi PhiAn incredible island to either explore or relax. Take a day cruise around the islands & beaches of Phi Phi – it’s a perfect chance to see this beautiful area up close. Snorkel & swim in the warm waters of the Andaman Sea or lie on the beach & unwind. Tonight, watch the island’s fire twirlers, or kick back on the sand with a drink & relax. Resort (B)(B)
M Exclusive full day boat cruise to Maya Bay with lunch, snorkelling & beach stops
Day 7: Koh Phi Phi to Krabi (Ao Nang)Today we sail to one of the most popular beaches on Krabi – Ao Nang. Set amongst the
limestone karsts, Krabi has pristine islands & beaches. Resort (B,D)
Day 8: Krabi (Ao Nang)Laze about on the beach, take a boat trip to Rai Leh or if you are feeling adventurous, try climbing the 1,237 steps that lead to the top of a mountain at the Tiger Cave Temple. Tonight grab a meal at a cool beachside restaurant or party by night in the popular Bar Street. Resort (B)
M Forest Elephant ride
Day 9: Krabi (Ao Nang) to PhuketAfter a last morning in Ao Nang, we head back to Phuket where the tour ends, so make sure you swap email addresses before you go. It is your choice to be transferred to the airport or our starting hotel in Phuket. (B)
What’s Included:
8 nights in 3 & 4 star
resort accommodations
(more on p.12-13)
10 meals:
8 breakfasts (B)
2 dinners (D)
An experienced &
professional Tour Manager
Local taxes, payments
& service charges
Tipping for local staff
included
3 Local Ferries
$ SAVE
Day 1: Arrive PhuketCheck-in to your hotel, then head out to explore Phuket, with it’s exotic sights & great food. Spend the afternoon getting settled in before meeting your Tour Manager & fellow travelers. Tonight, grab dinner & explore Patong’s pulsing nightlife. Resort
Days 2-3: PhuketThere’s something for everyone on Phuket - chill on the beach, hit the shops, sip cocktails while watching the sun go down. Maybe try some of the watersports on offer or opt for a day tour to the popular “James Bond Island”. Resort (B)(B)
M Day trip to “James Bond” Island
Day 4: Phuket to Koh Phi-PhiBoard a ferry & travel to picturesque Phi Phi Island, setting for the movie “The Beach”. You’ll be shown around the island to get your bearings, then try an unbeatable panoramic sunset
ME Time optionalsLook for the (M) symbol in the itinerary to make the most of your ME Time.
How much & when
9 Days1 countrY
THAI ISLAND HOPPER WEST
PHUKET
KRABI
KOH PHI PHI
2
3
3
ANDAMAN SEA
THAILAND
Itinerary & Sightseeing
Nightstops1
Pay early & save
up to US$85.
See p.17 for details.
Start Finish Total Phuket Phuket Cost US$ pp*
Start Finish Total Phuket Phuket Cost US$ pp*
Visit contiki.com/thai-hopper-west
Code: CTTIPH 2013/14
US$869pp*US$97 per day
2013Jan 12 Jan 20 869Jan 16 Jan 24 869Jan 19 Jan 27 869Jan 23 Jan 31 869Jan 26 Feb 3 869Jan 30 Feb 7 869Feb 2 Feb 10 869Feb 6 Feb 14 869Feb 9 Feb 17 869Feb 13 Feb 21 869Feb 16 Feb 24 869Feb 20 Feb 28 869Feb 23 Mar 3 869Feb 27 Mar 7 869Mar 2 Mar 10 869Mar 6 Mar 14 869Mar 9 Mar 17 869Mar 13 Mar 21 869Mar 16 Mar 24 869Mar 20 Mar 28 869Mar 23 Mar 31 869Mar 27 Apr 4 869Mar 30 Apr 7 869Apr 3 Apr 11 869Apr 6 Apr 14 869Sep 25 Oct 3 869Sep 28 Oct 6 869Oct 2 Oct 10 869Oct 5 Oct 13 869Oct 9 Oct 17 869Oct 12 Oct 20 869Oct 16 Oct 24 869Oct 19 Oct 27 869Oct 23 Oct 31 869Oct 26 Nov 3 869Oct 30 Nov 7 869Nov 2 Nov 10 869Nov 6 Nov 14 869Nov 9 Nov 17 869Nov 13 Nov 21 869Nov 16 Nov 24 869
2013Nov 20 Nov 28 869Nov 23 Dec 1 869Nov 27 Dec 5 869Nov 30 Dec 8 869Dec 4 Dec 12 869Dec 7 Dec 15 869Dec 11 Dec 19 869Dec 14 Dec 22 869Dec 18 Dec 26 869Dec 21 Dec 29 869Dec 25 Jan 2 869Dec 28 Jan 5 869
2014Jan 1 Jan 9 869Jan 4 Jan 12 869Jan 8 Jan 16 869Jan 11 Jan 19 869Jan 15 Jan 23 869Jan 18 Jan 26 869Jan 22 Jan 30 869Jan 25 Feb 2 869Jan 29 Feb 6 869Feb 1 Feb 9 869Feb 5 Feb 13 869Feb 8 Feb 16 869Feb 12 Feb 20 869Feb 15 Feb 23 869Feb 19 Feb 27 869Feb 22 Mar 2 869Feb 26 Mar 6 869Mar 1 Mar 9 869Mar 5 Mar 13 869Mar 8 Mar 16 869Mar 12 Mar 20 869Mar 15 Mar 23 869Mar 19 Mar 27 869Mar 22 Mar 30 869Mar 26 Apr 3 869Mar 29 Apr 6 869
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex roommate at no extra charge.
A single room supplement is available for US$565.
A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 1:00pm.
NB: Due to seasonal variances, return ferry from Ao Nang may be replaced with a land transfer.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Insurance & visas: For important information please see p.32.
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What’s Included:
8 nights accommodation:
5 nights in 3 star hotels
3 nights in bungalows
(more on p.12-13)
10 meals:
8 breakfasts (B)
2 dinners (D)
An experienced &
professional Tour Manager
Local taxes, payments
& service charges
Tipping for local staff
included
3 Local Ferries
$ SAVE
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Day 1: Arrive Koh SamuiCheck-in to your hotel then hit the streets for some exploring. With its amazing sights, great food & chilled atmosphere, Koh Samui is perfect for settling in to island time. Later, meet with your Tour Manager & fellow travelers. Tonight find a cool local spot & indulge in a delicious Thai meal before some free time. Hotel
Days 2-3: Koh SamuiWith 2 free days here, relax & soak up the rays as you explore Koh Samui’s many gorgeous beaches. Maybe enjoy a Thai massage, try some watersports, or take a tour of the island to see some of the local sights as you unwind on one of Thailand’s favorite island spots. Hotel (B)(B)
M Island tour with waterfall swim
Day 4: Koh Samui to Koh TaoThis morning we cruise to Koh Tao – an island known for spectacular underwater scenery. A popular location for diving, it’s just as easy to grab a snorkel to experience the aquatic sites too or just chill. Hotel (B,D)
ME Time optionalsLook for the (M) symbol in the itinerary to make the most of your ME Time.
Day 5: Koh TaoWith a free day you could sit back with a book or take the opportunity to explore the area. Maybe grab a snorkel & acquaint yourself with tropical fish. Try out the optional cruise which takes you to a private island. Hotel (B)
M Exclusive to Contiki day snorkelling cruise
Day 6: Koh Tao to Koh Pha NganToday we’ll jump on a ferry & sail to the party island of Koh Pha Ngan for a taste of the buzzing island atmosphere. Famous for its legendary Full Moon Parties. We’ll stay in a relaxed setting, just off Haad Yao Beach.
� Bungalow Special Stay (B,D)
Day 7-8: Koh Pha NganYou choose how to spend the next few days: lying on the beach surrounded by coconut trees or by night heading out to one of the Moon Parties that Koh Pha Ngan is famous for - there’s always something going on.
� Bungalow Special Stay (B)(B)
M Hands-on Thai Cooking Class
Day 9: Koh Pha Ngan to Koh SamuiWe say “la gon” to Koh Pha Ngan & catch a ferry to Koh Samui where it’s time to bid farewell to your travel friends. You can either take a free transfer to the airport or back to our start hotel in Koh Samui. (B)
THAI ISLANDSThai IslandHopper East9 days
backstage pass InclusionsUnique Special Stay• Bungalow in Koh Pha Ngan
9 Days1 countrY
THAI ISLAND HOPPER EAST
KOH PHA
NGAN
KOH TAO
KOH SAMUI
2
3
3
GULF OF THAILAND
Itinerary & Sightseeing
NightstopsSpecial Stay night
1
1
How much & when
Pay early & save
up to US$75.
See p.17 for details.
Visit contiki.com/thai-hopper-east
Code: CTTIKS 2013Start Finish Total Koh Koh Cost Samui Samui US$ pp*
Start Finish Total Koh Koh Cost Samui Samui US$ pp*
US$769pp*US$86 per day
2013Mar 20 ● Mar 28 769Mar 30 Apr 7 769Apr 6 ■ Apr 14 769Apr 9 ■ Apr 17 769Apr 13 ■ Apr 21 769Apr 19 ● Apr 27 769Apr 23 May 1 769Apr 27 May 5 769May 4 May 12 769May 7 May 15 769May 11 May 19 769May 19 ● May 27 769May 22 May 30 769May 25 Jun 2 769Jun 1 Jun 9 769Jun 4 Jun 12 769Jun 8 Jun 16 769Jun 14 Jun 22 769Jun 17 ● Jun 25 769Jun 22 Jun 30 769Jun 25 Jul 3 769
2013Jun 29 Jul 7 769Jul 6 Jul 14 769Jul 10 Jul 18 769Jul 13 Jul 21 769Jul 18 ● Jul 26 769Jul 21 Jul 29 769Jul 24 Aug 1 769Jul 27 Aug 4 769Aug 3 Aug 11 769Aug 6 Aug 14 769Aug 10 Aug 18 769Aug 15 ● Aug 23 769Aug 18 Aug 26 769Aug 24 Sep 1 769Aug 27 Sep 4 769Aug 31 Sep 8 769Sep 3 Sep 11 769Sep 7 Sep 15 769Sep 13 ● Sep 21 769Sep 17 Sep 25 769Sep 21 Sep 29 769
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex roommate at no extra charge.
A single room supplement is available for US$439.
A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 1:00pm.● Note: These tours will be in Koh Pha Ngan for Full
Moon Parties. Although every effort has been made to ensure that tour dates above coincide with Full Moon Parties, dates can occasionally change at short notice due to Buddhist holidays.
■ These tours will be in Thailand for Songkran festival (Thai New Year & water festival).
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Insurance & visas: For important information please see p.32.
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CHINA5000 years of history, forbidden cities, delicacies
& tales make exploring China’s mix of ancient &
modern a must.
Feel the fast-paced vibes in Beijing, Shanghai &
Hong Kong, combined with traditional must-sees,
make China a gem just waiting to be explored.
From staring across the landscapes at the Great
Wall, getting up close to the fascinating Terracotta
Army to the Hong Kong skyline & busy city streets
- our Backstage Pass to China is all about a journey
where you’ll experience it all.
includes Hong Kong
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What’s Included:
11 nights accommodation:
10 nights in 3 star hotels
1 overnight train (more on
p.12-13)
17 meals:
11 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L)
3 dinners (D)
A dedicated crew with an
experienced & professional
Tour Manager & English-
speaking Local Guides
Sightseeing tours of all
major cities plus orientations
in all other destinations
Local taxes, payments
& service charges
Tipping for local staff included
3 internal flights
Transportation & included
sightseeing
World Heritage
sites visited
$ SAVE
5
12 Days1 countrY
30 | 31
Day 1: Arrive BeijingHome to the 2008 Olympics & the political, educational & cultural center of China…it’s bustling Beijing! Tonight meet your Tour Manager & fellow travelers then head out & explore the city. Hotel
Day 2: BeijingStart your adventure with a visit to Tiananmen Square & a tour of the Forbidden City. Afterwards you’ll visit the cool 798 Art Precinct for a look at some modern Chinese art before heading over to the site of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Tonight, you have the chance to try a local specialty – crispy & delicious Peking Duck! Hotel (B)
• Visit Tiananmen Square
• Tour the Forbidden City
• Visit the 798 Art Precinct
• Visit the 2008 Olympic Village
M Authentic & delicious Peking Duck dinner
Day 3: BeijingWe head to Beijing’s countryside to the complex of tombs built for the Ming Emperors, before heading to the spectacular Great Wall of China after lunch. Hotel (B,L)
• Visit the Ming Tombs complex
• Visit a cloisonné factory
• Visit the Great Wall (Mutianyu section)
Day 4: Beijing to Xi’anAfter free time in the morning, you’ll visit the narrow streets of Beijing’s hutongs where you will climb aboard a rickshaw for a ride through this traditional area. Try some tea at a Chinese teahouse before a visit to the Beijing Summer Palace. Tonight it is dinner at a local restaurant & our train journey to Xi’an. Overnight train (B,L,D)
• Visit a hutong
• Lunch with a local family
• Ride in a rickshaw
• Visit the Beijing Summer Palace
ME Time optionalsLook for the (M) symbol in the itinerary to make the most of your ME Time.
Day 5: Xi’anAfter breakfast, we depart the city of Xi’an to see how terracotta warriors were made, before a tour of the world famous ‘Terracotta Army’ complex. Tonight maybe opt for a tasty dumpling feast & cultural show before heading out for a taste of Xi’an’s nightlife. Hotel (B, L)
• Visit the TangBo Art Museum
• Tour the Terracotta Army complex
M Spectacular Tang Dynasty show & dinner
Day 6: Xi’an to ShanghaiGet on two wheels with a bike ride on the ancient Xi’an City Walls. An orientation tour of the Muslim Quarter with time to shop & taste local specialties. This afternoon it’s a change of scene as we fly to Shanghai & soak up city views from the 88th floor of the Jin Mao Tower. Hotel (B)
• Bike Ride on the Xi’an City Wall
• Guided Tour of the Xi’an Muslim area
• Visit to 88th floor of Jin Mao Tower
Day 7: ShanghaiToday’s yours, so maybe get a shopping fix - there’s lots on offer here. Try the City God Temple (Chenghuang Miao) for some bargains before stopping off at the Bund, Shanghai’s famous promenade. This evening you could opt for an amazing Chinese acrobatic show or simply find a spot to take in the party atmosphere of the Shanghai skyline. Hotel (B,D)
• Visit the City God Temple Complex
• Visit Shanghai’s Bund area
• Visit a Shanghai Silk Factory
M Acrobat Show
Day 8: Shanghai to YangshuoWe catch a flight to Guilin this morning then head to Yangshuo, located amongst the limestone karsts on the Li River. Hotel (B)
Day 9: YangshuoWith a full free day do your own thing, or opt to try a bamboo raft on
the nearby Yulong River. You could even try a local cooking school to become a master at Chinese cuisine. Tonight maybe watch the Impressions Liu Sanjie Show – set on the local mountains & river with light displays, music & over 600 performers. Hotel (B)
M Cooking class
M Yulong River bamboo raft
M Impressions Liu Sanjie show
Day 10: Yangshuo to Hong KongToday it’s a ride through the magical scenery of the Guilin Province, before a change of scene as we catch our flight to the bright lights of Hong Kong. (B)
Day 11: Hong KongReach new heights as we head to Victoria Peak for panoramic views over this exciting city. Later it’s onto the fishing village of Aberdeen & a cruise around the harbor. Pick up gifts for friends & family at the Stanley Markets. Tonight toast your China experience & savor the taste of your last meal in China. Hotel (B,D)
Day 12: Depart Hong KongOur tour ends after breakfast, so it’s time to swap email addresses as you say farewell to your Tour Manager & new friends. (B)
backstage pass Inclusions• Lunch with a local family in
a Beijing hutong• Entry & guided visit of the
Forbidden City & Beijing Summer Palace
• Visit to the 2008 Olympic Village
• Return cable car journey at the Great Wall of China
• Experience a Chinese tea house
• Visit historic Tiananmen Square
• Entry & guided visit of the Terracotta Army complex
• Entry to the 88th floor of Jin Mao Tower
• Guided bike ride through Yangshou countryside
• Expert English-speaking Local Guides
• All private coach transportation
HONG KONG
BEIJING
1
Great Wall of China
Guilin
BEIJING
XI’AN
SHANGHAI
YANGSHUO
HONG KONG
3
2
2
2
1
SOUTH CHINA SEA
YELLOW SEA
BO HAI
CHINA
Itinerary & Sightseeing How much & when
GREAT WALL
CHINA ADVENTURE ChinaAdventure12 days
Places visitedNightstops1
CHINA
Pay early & save
up to US$200.
See p.17 for details.
US$2665pp*US$223 per day
Visit contiki.com/china-adventure
Code: CTCHINA 2013/14Start Finish Total Beijing Hong Cost Kong US$ pp*
Start Finish Total Beijing Hong Cost Kong US$ pp*
2013Apr 1 Apr 12 2665Apr 15 Apr 26 2665May 13 May 24 2665May 27 Jun 7 2665Jun 10 Jun 21 2665Jun 24 Jul 5 2665Jul 8 Jul 19 2665Jul 22 Aug 2 2665Aug 5 Aug 16 2665Aug 19 Aug 30 2665Sep 2 Sep 13 2665Sep 16 Sep 27 2665Oct 14 Oct 25 2665Oct 28 Nov 8 2665Nov 11 Nov 22 2665
2014Mar 30 Apr 10 2665Apr 13 Apr 24 2665Apr 27 May 8 2665May 11 May 22 2665May 25 Jun 5 2665Jun 8 Jun 19 2665Jun 22 Jul 3 2665Jul 6 Jul 17 2665Jul 20 Jul 31 2665Aug 3 Aug 14 2665Aug 17 Aug 28 2665Aug 31 Sep 11 2665Sep 14 Sep 25 2665Sep 28 Oct 9 2665Oct 12 Oct 23 2665Oct 26 Nov 6 2665Nov 9 Nov 20 2665Nov 23 Dec 4 2665
The above prices are accurate as of August 20th, 2012 & include internal airfares. For up-to-date pricing please go to contiki.com/china-adventure.
Included fl ights: Prices above include the land tour & internal flights as specified on the map only & do not include international airfares to or from the tour start & end cities. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.32 for important info.
* Prices above are based on twin-share (multi-share on train). If you’re traveling solo, we can share you with a same-sex roommate at no extra charge.
A single room supplement is available for US$599.
A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Insurance & visas: For important information please see p.32.
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Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know:
got a question?What’s included?• Coach, train, boat, ferry transportation, internal flights
& ‘on tour’ airport transfers listed in the ‘What’s
included’ section on the tour pages.
• Accommodations, breakfasts, lunches & dinners listed
in the ‘What’s included’ section on tour pages.
• Sightseeing listed in the Backstage Pass includes section
in each tour itinerary. Unless specified, entrance fees to
these locations are included.
• Experienced Contiki Tour Manager & Local Guides.
What’s not included?• Personal expense money.
• Visas, passport fees, personal insurance & medical fees.
• Excess baggage fees & tips for porters.
• Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than those
specified on tour pages.
• ME Time optional excursions & activities such as
cooking classes etc.
• Lunches (unless specified under “What’s included”) &
some dinners.
• Anything not specified in the Backstage Pass
includes section.
Included flights Flights as specified on individual tour itineraries are included
as part of the price. As detailed within our Booking
Conditions (p.33) under ‘General’ we rely on international
conventions regarding air travel and other transportation as
specified. Through enrolment and payment for your tour
you acknowledge and accept such. Individual electronic
tickets may not be issued to you prior to travel due to the
group nature of the air/flight booking. In such circumstances
you acknowledge that by receipt of any applicable boarding
pass and/or by boarding the aircraft you have accepted the
airlines terms & conditions of travel and the application of all
relevant International Conventions and applicable national
and international law governing air transportation.
Group sizeContiki’s group size in Asia is a maximum of 30, a group
size small enough to have an intimate Asian experience
but big enough to have fun.
Will I get more information?Upon receipt of final payment, your documentation will
be released 21 days prior to your departure. Make sure
you visit contiki.com/tgasia or /tgchina for our travelers
guide. It’s packed full of essential info for your vacation.
You’ll also receive a comprehensive day-by-day itinerary
including full details & costs of all optional excursions
available on your tour.
Your free Contiki document wallet* & luggage tag will be
sent to you with your travel documents. The wallet is a
safe place for your tickets & passport.
* Contiki reserves the right to substitute an alternative
travel accessory for the Contiki document wallet.
Brochure authenticity We have put a great deal of effort into producing this
brochure. The information given & literature produced by
Contiki has been compiled with care & is published in
good faith. Sometimes, because of circumstances outside
our control, we have to alter some activities due to
seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, etc, especially early
or late in the season. If this happens, alternative activities
will be arranged.
How much money do I needYou will need to ensure you allow enough money to cover
optional lunches & dinners, souvenirs, shopping, drinks,
optional activities, entrance fees to some attractions &
evening entertainment.
When traveling with Contiki in Asia, you’ll find that you’ll
often be using local currencies, particularly in remote areas.
The local currencies encountered on tour are the Riel
(Cambodia), Kip (Laos), Baht (Thailand), Yuan (China) or
Dong (Vietnam).The countries we visit rely largely on cash
as opposed to credit cards or travelers checks. In the larger
cities you’ll find that established stores will accept credit
cards readily, while local market stalls will operate on a cash
only basis – accepting only local currency.
Local currency is readily available through cash machines
in each country. Obtaining a small amount of local
currency before you travel is also a good idea.
ATMs that dispense local currency are widely available.
However, you can’t depend solely on a credit/debit card
for cash as they are not accepted in all areas.
We advise you also carry $US cash in small denominations
that you can use as an alternate form of payment.
Please note that travelers checks are generally only
accepted in big cities at money exchanges or banks to
change to local currency.
me time optional activitiesWHEN DO I CHOOSE? Optionals are arranged & paid for on tour. By leaving the
final decisions until then you can choose at the same time
as your new friends. You’ll get great value as we get you
great rates. Some activities are seasonal & weather
dependent.
Our optional activities offered on Contiki Asia tours are
operated by 3rd party operators. While every attempt is
made to ensure the safety of all activities, the nature of
the region means that public liability protection that is
offered in many countries, may not be applicable in many
cases. A waiver will need to be signed by all tour
participants to ensure that these conditions are
understood & accepted.
Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all Contiki
Asia tours.
Past traveler 5% discountEligibility for this discount is based on clients having
booked & traveled with Contiki (or one of our Travel
Corporation sister brands, visit www.thetravelcorporation.
com for details) within 5 years of their last tour. Clients
must have completed a tour before they can redeem the
discount on a subsequent tour booking. Only one discount
can be redeemed per past traveler annually. A deposit
must be received before the discount can be applied to
the booking. It is not available on pre- & post-tour
accommodation rates & other selected products.
The discount applies to brochured prices only &
cannot be combined with any non-brochured special
market promotions.
Do I need vaccinationsAt the time this brochure went to press November, 2012),
the following immunizations are recommended for
travelers in Southeast Asia by the CDC (US Centers for
Disease Control & Prevention):
• Diphtheria & tetanus • Hepatitis A • Hepatitis B • Typhoid
• Rabies • Japanese B Encephalitis
Malaria & dengue fever are also an issue within this region.
You should consult a travel doctor who specializes in travel
medicines or your local doctor to advise on what vaccinations
and/or preventative medicines would be required.
Don’t forget to bring with you any medication that you may
require en route such as antihistamines, antibiotics, etc.
Do I need visas?Please read carefully. Depending on your nationality, you
may require visas to enter certain countries included in
your tour. You are fully responsible for obtaining all
necessary visas prior to the departure of your tour. Contiki
is not legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who
does not have a valid visa to join a tour.
Visa & other entry & exit conditions (such as currency,
arrival/departure taxes, customs & quarantine regulations)
change regularly. In Asia, some visas but not all, can be
purchased at the border. At www.contiki.com/
travel-resources we have put together some information
for all of the countries that we visit on our Asia tours.
Consult your travel agent or visit www.visalink.com to
determine which visas you require & how to obtain them.
Your passport must have at least six months’ validity
remaining when you arrive. Local immigration authorities
may deny entry & deport people who do not meet this
requirement, even if they intend on staying only for a
short period. Important to consider:
1. Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is normally
charged.
2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause you to
miss part of your tour & will result in you incurring
considerable expense & inconvenience.
3. It is better to apply for all visas through your travel
agent before you leave home. Be aware that some
visas can be purchased & arranged on arrival.
4. It is very important that the entry & exit dates are
correct on the visa. Your travel agent will contact
Contiki for full details.
How much luggage can I bring?There are some things to consider when packing for a
Contiki Asia tour:
• Due to the large number of flights on Contiki Asia tours,
your luggage needs to meet the weight & restrictions
imposed by airlines. These limits are imposed by the
airlines, not by Contiki. Contiki is not responsible for any
costs incurred by overweight luggage.
• You are responsible for carrying your own luggage. At
times this will be in hotels without elevators (as is
common to the region), or onto various forms of
transport, such as trains.
• At hotels without elevators, there may be porters to
assist with bags, but this is not guaranteed.
On our tours, luggage is restricted to a maximum suitcase
size of 29” x 20” x 10” (73cm x 50cm x 25cm) & maximum
weight of 44lbs (20 kg) plus one small hand/day bag that
can go on the coach with you.
Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger &
heavier suitcases on tour.
Use of a backpack/rucksack is suggested, but not required.
Wheeled suitcases can be used on Contiki tours in Asia.
The Contiki Tour Manager may suggest you store your
main luggage & utilize a smaller bag for overnight rail
journeys, overnight junk boat or overnight stays at
guesthouses. A small daypack/backpack of approx.
6.9 gallons (26L) capacity is suggested.
no MANDATORY tipping - reward only excellence!Every country in the world has different tipping policies & in Asia, within service industries, tipping is common practice. Tipping is totally optional & only given if you feel the service has exceeded your expectations.
If you think your Contiki Tour Manager has done an exceptional job then you may wish to tip him/her.
This is entirely discretionary – it’s completely up to you. No mandatory tipping - reward only excellence!
Booking SecurityContiki has been running tours for young people since 1962 & 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 & who maintain the highest standards. Contiki is also a member of the National Tour Association (NTA) & the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA). With the guarantees of these organizations, you know your vacation & money are secure with Contiki.
Online check-inIt is strongly recommended that you check in to your tour prior to departure at contiki.com/checkin. Checking in will you save time on your first day of tour, give you essential information & also ensure that Contiki can contact you in the unlikely event of any changes to your trip due to matters out of our control. For more information on how to get more before & after your tour see p.18.
Travel Insurance Cancellation, unexpected medical expenses, injuries, theft, lost luggage or money can significantly disrupt your vacation. It is compulsory that you take out comprehensive travel insurance before you travel. Contiki has the right to refuse passengers without the required insurance cover to join our tours. Your insurance must cover personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and evacuation expenses. We strongly recommend your insurance also covers cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal property. If you intend to participate in adventures sports and activities when traveling then please ensure your policy covers such. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities. Contiki offers a comprehensive package that can be tailor made to your vacation. A brief description of this coverage is outlined below. Please ask your Travel Agent to ask Contiki when making your booking.
Photography creditsPhoto courtesy of Shiralea Resort Koh Pha Ngan p.12 Accommodation. Photo courtesy of Nora Chaweng Hotel Koh Samui p.12 Hotel Room. Photo courtesy of Ao Nang Cliff Beach Resort Krabi p.13 Hotel Room. Photo courtesy of Sawaddi Patong Resort Phuket p.12 Swimming Pool. Photo courtesy of Elise Garner p.21 Chiang Rai Hill Tribe. Photos courtesy of © Çapkin van Alphen-CauseCentric Productions p.34 Celine Cousteau. Photo courtesy of Adventure Cat San Francisco Back Cover Catamaran Cruise. Photo courtesy of AJ Hackett Bungy Queenstown Back Cover Bungy Jumping.
Contiki Vacations Travel Protection PlanPROVIDING 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 $2,000: $129 per person. Trips $2,001 or greater: $169 per person. Trips of 35 days or longer are subject to different pricing. Consult your Contiki Specialist for more details 1-800-CONTIKI. Note: prices are subject to change without notice
SECTION I: TRAVEL ARRANGEMENT PROTECTION - Provided by Contiki Vacations*
Trip Cancellation: Up to Total Trip Cost. Reimburses the non-
refundable Contiki Vacations cancellation penalties imposed if you
must cancel your trip for a covered reason such as illness, injury
or death to you, a traveling companion, or an immediate family
member. Other reasons for cancellation include Common Carrier-
caused delays due to inclement weather, jury duty, subpoena, or
a documented traffic accident en route to departure, and other
reasons as cited in the plan description.
The Contiki Vacations “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver**. With the Contiki Vacations “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver,
Contiki Vacations will provide you with 100% of the cancellation
charges in the form of a future travel credit certificate, should
you cancel your tour more than 48 hours prior to your scheduled
departure for any reason that is not eligible for cash reimbursement
under the Trip Cancellation section of the Travel Protection
Plan. Cancellation charges are reimbursed in the form of Contiki
Vacations Travel Certificates allowing you a two year credit to travel
with us at a later date! Please note that to be eligible for the “Any
Reason” Cancellation Waiver, you must enroll and pay for the plan
within two days of your initial trip deposit. The certificate is valid
for two years, is non-transferable and non-refundable and may
not be redeemed for cash. Future travel certificates do not include
airfare cancellation charges for air arrangements unless those
arrangements were provided by Contiki Vacations.
Trip Interruption: Up to Total Trip Cost
Trip Delay: Up to $1,000 ($150/day)
SECTION II: TRAVEL INSURANCE BENEFITS - Underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company***
Baggage Protection: Up to $2,500
Bag Delay: Up to $500
Medical & Dental Expenses: Up to $50,000
Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation: Up to $50,000
SECTION III: EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE SERVICES - Provided by On Call International
While the above is not a complete description – a full plan
description detailing the terms, conditions and exclusions will be
sent to you – we have highlighted just a few of the plan benefits.
If you have any Travel Protection Plan questions, or would like
to request a copy of the plan description, please call our plan
administrator, BerkelyCare, at 1-866-580-4871. You may also view
the plan at http://www.berkely.net/travcorp/ctp/faq.htm
The Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan is provided in addition
to other applicable indemnity or insurance programs, where
permitted by law and shall apply only after benefits have been
paid.
* For NY residents, Section I Travel Arrangement Protection (Trip
Cancellation, Trip Interruption & Trip Delay) is underwritten by
Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, Ohio.
** For NY residents only, the “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver
may be purchased separately from the Contiki Vacations Travel
Protection Plan. Contact 1-877-722-2195 for details.
*** Section II Travel Insurance Benefits, Policy Number
MZ0911064H0000A-U are underwritten by Stonebridge
Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, Ohio: NAIC #10952 (all
states except as otherwise noted) Policy/Certificate Form series
TAHC5000. In CA, CT, HI, NE, NH, PA, TN and TX Policy/Certificate
Form series TAHC5100 and TAHC5200. In IL, IN, KS, LA, OR, OH,
VT, WA and WY Policy Forms TAHC5100IPS and TAHC5200IPS.
This plan was designed and is administered by BerkelyCareSM.
IN CALIFORNIA: BerkelyCareSM is a service mark of Aon Direct Insurance Administrators, CA Insurance License # 0795465.
IN ALL OTHER STATES: BerkelyCareSM is a division of Affinity Insurance Services, Inc. in all states other than CA, except: AIS Affinity Insurance Agency, Inc. in MN and OK and AIS Affinity Insurance Agency in NY. 5864684A
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Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below.
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Our Responsibilities1. YOUR VACATION RESERVATIONOn 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 GUARANTEEa) Tour Prices: Are based on costs, tariffs, taxes, charges, levies and exchange rates as of August 20th, 2012 Should these change, the price of your vacation may increase. If the total price increases by more than 10%, you may cancel, without penalty, within 3 DAYS after we notify you of the increase. Except as explained below, we will not increase the price of your land vacation after we receive your full deposit for your land vacation. In exchange for this guarantee, no refund will be made if the cost factors described above are reduced. We reserve the right to recover from you increases in cruise line imposed fuel surcharges and in taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or its agencies.b) Airline Fuel Surcharges, Air-related Taxes, Fees & Restrictions, & Levies Imposed by any Government or its Agencies: As noted above, all quoted land and air prices include airline fuel surcharges and Air-Related Taxes and Fees, applicable as of August 20th, 2012. However, if the customer is notified of the potential for a price increase and we have received the customer’s written or verbal consent prior to accepting any payment, we reserve the right to recover from you increases in those surcharges. Any additional fees charged by the airlines, such as baggage handling, seat selections, and/or any other services are the sole responsibility of the passenger(s). Additional air-related restrictions apply. See www.contiki.com/restrictions for details.3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR VACATION3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. 3.2 If a cancellation is made any time prior to the tour departure*, Contiki’s only liability will be to refund the passenger the amount it has received for the booking. Contiki will try and re-book the same or a similar tour and, where flights have been confirmed by Contiki, will attempt to confirm air seats for the new date selected, subject to availability. Contiki is not liable for any changes, amendment or cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements purchased separately.3.3 If an alternative tour is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another Contiki vacation without payment of any transfer fee. *Please Note: The departure date constitutes the date indicated on Contiki’s invoice. 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 CONDITIONS4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (November, 2012) 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 Contiki’s touring program Contiki will do our best, at our discretion, to select accommodations, sightseeing tours and transportation to give you good value for your money.4.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.4.4 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will assume any responsibility or liability if clients special meal requests are not fulfilled.5. LIABILITY5.1 Contiki is responsible for properly arranging and conducting your vacation.5.2 As a Tour Operator, Contiki makes arrangements with carriers, hoteliers and other independent suppliers to provide you with some or all of the travel services you purchase. These parties are independent suppliers over whom Contiki has no direct control. Unless caused by its own negligence, Contiki is not responsible for and accepts no liability in respect of any claims, losses, damages, costs or expenses arising out of:a) personal injury, sickness, disease, accident or death, however caused, including without limitation, where same results from your conduct on vacation.b) loss or damage to or delay of baggage or other property unless resulting from Contiki’s negligence in which case Contiki’s liability shall be limited to the actual loss but in no event would exceed the total vacation cost;c) delays and loss as a result of government action, weather, mechanical breakdown, equipment failure, labor disputes, sickness, acts of war, insurrection, terrorism, Acts of God or any other causes beyond Contiki’s direct control. Contiki cannot be responsible for interruption of air carrier service due to airline default.d) acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise, of suppliers of services or their personnel (including, without limitation, transportation and accommodation services) or of any other person or body unless such a person or body is employed by us, or is an agent of ours, and is acting within the scope of his or her authority. In no event is Contiki liable for the acts or omissions of independent third party contractors or of its own employees or agents acting outside the scope of their duties.e) loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, distress or frustration, whether physical or mental, resulting from any of the following: (i) any matter or topic described in sub-paragraphs (a) to (d) inclusive above. (ii) your failure to obtain the necessary documentation to travel. (iii) your failure to arrive on time for initial departure or for connections within the tour or to stay within or join your tour at any time after initial departure. (iv) your leaving the tour prior to its completion. (v) the need for Contiki to change itineraries or substitute accommodations 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 RESPONSIBILITIES1. BOOKING YOUR VACATION1.1 In order to reserve your vacation, a deposit of US$200, per person per tour, or the full amount payable if booking is made within 45 days of departure, must be submitted to Contiki by you in respect of that vacation. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first installment of the vacation price by Contiki only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent. Air-inclusive bookings may require additional non-refundable deposit at the time of booking. If paying by a third-party credit card your Contiki specialist will provide you a third-party authorization form that must be completely filled out and received by Contiki before payment can be received.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 at the time of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled.2. PAYING THE BALANCE2.1 The balance of the vacation price must be paid by no later than 45 days before your scheduled vacation departure date which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki.2.2 Air Payment: Payment in full for your airfare booked in conjunction with your Contiki vacation may be required at time of booking. The Department of Transportation now requires Contiki to inform you of the following conditions. The package price is subject to change until it has been paid in full. When this happens, it is usually the result of increases in fuel surcharges and or government taxes. You must consent to the possibility that, until you pay for your package in full, your price could go up. Once you have paid in full we would only pass along increases in government taxes if applicable at that time. You have 7 days from receipt of the first invoice to revoke your consent and request a refund, at which time we would cancel your booking.2.3 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you have cancelled and cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki.2.4 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by Contiki.2.5 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure, the full cost of the vacation will be payable immediately on booking. Documents can be emailed to the passenger at no additional charge or passenger can pay a $35.00 expedited shipping fee for physical documents.2.6 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods.2.7 Travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to tour departure* (providing full payment has been received). 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 CANCEL3.1 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 FeeTour departure* as % of the total land fee45 days or more: ................................................The non-refundable deposit44-22 days: ..........................................................................25% of tour fare21-8 days: ............................................................................30% of tour fare7-1 days: ..............................................................................50% of tour fareDay of departure*/No show:................................................................... 100%Extra night hotel accommodations that are cancelled within 14 days of booked date will incur 100% cancellation fee, outside 14 days the following fees will be charged:45-22 days .............................................................................................. 25%21-15 days .............................................................................................. 30%AIR ARRANGEMENTSThese cancellation charges apply for airline arrangements made by Contiki: Prior to final payment a service fee of - $50 per personAfter final payment a service fee of - $75 per person plus any airline imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the air ticket value. 3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after your tour or resort booking, such as pre and post accommodation and transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the tour departure incur a 100% cancellation fee.3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your Travel Agent.3.6 Please note that Contiki is not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from the air and land included package. * Please note: the departure date constitutes the date indicated on Contiki’s
confirmation
4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING4.1 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 CONDITIONS5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodations, 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 18-35 age group. Consequently the facilities and activities on a Contiki tour are not appropriate to persons outside this age bracket. If you have a question regarding the age groups, you should discuss this thoroughly with Contiki staff personnel.5.3 Contiki strives to provide a safe, enjoyable and memorable travel experience for all passengers. Contiki welcomes passengers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following:• Passengers are required to advise Contiki, in advance, of any physical,
medical or other special needs that require accommodation. A special needs form must be completed prior to final payment.
• All guests must ensure they are medically and physically fit for travel. Contiki may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the tour. Contiki may also exclude an individual from participating in a tour or an activity if that individual’s participation poses a direct threat to health or safety.
• Contiki does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a wheelchair or assistance in eating, toileting or dressing). A companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany any passenger who requires services of a personal nature.
• Contiki does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the passenger’s expense. Contiki is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on tour, or for the quality of the care or services received.
• Passengers should be aware some tours include rough terrain, extensive walking over cobblestone streets, uneven pavement, steps and locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. During the tour, Contiki may make arrangements with carriers, hotels and other independent suppliers to provide travel services. These parties are independent entities over which Contiki has no control. Accommodations on international tours may differ from those in the United States. Contiki cannot guarantee disability access or accommodations for passengers traveling on international tours.
• Contiki may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger or remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with Contiki’s terms and conditions. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a passenger is removed from a tour. Passengers agree not to hold Contiki or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these terms and conditions.
5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the vacation.5.5 There may be times when the Contiki Tour Manager or Representative has to make a decision in your best interest or the best interests of their group. You agree to comply with the authority and decisions of the appointed Contiki Tour Manager or Representative and the laws of the country in which you are traveling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Tour Manager’s or Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment and well-being of other members on the tour or the smooth operation of the vacation itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the tour. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travelers and any Contiki Representatives have 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 accommodations. You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff and/or a Contiki Tour Manager as soon as it is discovered.5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating organizations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death or any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of the accident or incident.5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected vacation before your departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas while on tour (including accommodations, meals, flights and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense.5.8 You agree that our Contiki Tour Managers or Representatives may take photographs and films of you while you are on vacation and that these may be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs and/or films.5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the vacation, you should inform the Contiki Representative during the course of the vacation and if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavors to do so during the vacation, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the vacation but within 42 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. Email complaints to [email protected]. Any claims made after the 42 day period will not be considered by Contiki. If you choose to write to Contiki via the Internet, please provide your home address so that we are able to reply to you in writing.5.10.1 The agreement arising between the passenger and the Operators under this brochure and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed by the law of the State of California, County of Orange, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of any dispute between the parties. 5.10.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity and enforceability 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 It is compulsory the that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and evacuation expenses before you travel on a Contiki vacation. We strongly recommend your insurance also covers cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal property. Please check that the insurance covers all of the activities that you are going to be participating in. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities. This should be arranged at the time of payment of the deposit and will, in certain circumstances, cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. Contiki cannot be held responsible for your failure to take out appropriate insurance. You also agree to indemnify us against all third-party claims, actions, damages and remedies which may be brought against us in respect of your participation in the vacation.With the insurance of BerkeleyCare we are able to offer comprehensive travel insurance at group discount rates (see details on page 32). 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 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 included with your vacation invoice.7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISMIn 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 PRICEAirfares (unless you purchase a land+air package), air-related taxes and fees passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to tour managers, representatives, drivers and local guides, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, and optional excursions. For more go to www.contiki.com/baggage9. WEATHER CONDITIONSUnder 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.
GENERAL1. CONTRACTING PARTIES1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you and Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorized officer or director of Contiki. 1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating company. At any time and at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you.1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions, national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to passengers & luggage. Enrolment in & payment for a tour shall constitute agreement & acceptance by the passenger of the terms & conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircrafts, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers and other service providers are subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. While we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such third-parties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for handicapped clients (see also 5.3 under Vacation Details & Conditions).1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a vacation from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser.1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, however; Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.1.7 The agreement arising between the passenger and the Operators under this brochure and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed by the law of The State of California, County of Orange, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of dispute between the parties.1.8 In the case of computer or human billing error we reserve the right to reinvoice passenger with correct billings.2. The USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program. Contiki Vacations shares the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program with affiliates of The Travel Corporation who, as an Active Member of the USTOA, is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Contiki Vacations customers in the unlikely event of Contiki Vacations bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by The Travel Corporation and shared among its affiliates may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Contiki Vacations. More details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or by email to [email protected] or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com. 3. VALIDITYThe programs advertised in this brochure are valid from January 2013 to November 2014.
4. OPERATING COMPANIESContiki’s Asian programs are operated by Contiki Holidays Asia Ltd., Picquet House, St. Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 1AF, Channel Islands. This brochure was published in November 2012 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market.
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Contiki’s R:evolve Leaders & MAR Leaders, Mexico
Contiki: This year you traveled to
Mexico with the Contiki team to work
with the MAR Leadership Foundation.
What was the highlight of the trip for
you?
Céline: It was wonderful to see the
Contiki R:evolve winners not only
discover the world of diving, but learn
about and take active part in the
conservation efforts happening on the
Mesoamerican Reef. I feel there was a
sense of pride - not only had they won the trip because of their
own sustainability initiative, but their company was really doing
something positive in supporting the MAR Leadership program.
My hope is this experience stays with them and continues to
inspire them.
Contiki: You worked closely on the 2012 R:evolve Initiative
with the Contiki community. What were your thoughts on the
responses for making a commitment to the change?
Céline: There were a lot of good ideas submitted and my
belief is all of these can and should be implemented whether
a winner or not. Many suggestions were as simple as recycling
and consuming less, which are always good actions to follow.
There were also intricate and thoughtful strategies that started
with looking at how people function and to then create a
sustainability project that adapted to their lifestyle, making it
easy for them to integrate the initiatives proposed. Those ideas
are the ones that are really about problem solving with people’s
own options, limitations, and potential in mind.
Contiki: What do you think Contiki travelers can do to make a
change to our planet?
Céline: Every journey offers possibilities: bring your own
amenities rather than open a new shampoo in every hotel,
recycle everything you can, bring a water bottle, don’t take all
the print outs unless you need them (or better yet just share
them). Ask how you can give back to the places you visit- either
to people, culture and arts, the environment, other species or
in any way you can think to. You can return to places you have
visited and volunteer your time to local non-profi ts to restore
local ecosystems, support communities or otherwise donate
time. As travelers, we have incredible opportunities to give back
to the places we visit.
Follow Céline on twitter @celinecousteau and at celinecousteau.com
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Exploring our precious planet is
a privilege. A privilege that also
comes with responsibility & at
Contiki we put that responsibility
at the core of everything we do.
Our R:evolve program supports our
ocean conservation initiatives & in
April 2012 Contiki’s sustainability
ambassador Céline Cousteau
connected with Contiki team &
community members to make a
movement of change. The focus is
on encouraging everyone to make a
difference to our planet every day &
really make it count. As part of the
initiative Contiki selected 10 R:evolve
Leaders from inside the company
& our community of travelers.
They spent 10 days in Mexico &
experienced fi rst-hand the beauty
of our oceans & the need to
preserve our reefs & its inhabitants
through their work with the MAR
Leadership Foundation, one of
Contiki’s ocean sustainability
projects. The end goal: to get every
individual focused on their actions,
& how they can count towards
leaving the world a better place.
Find out more & watch Céline’s documentary of the trip at:contiki.com/contikicares
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The old vans have long since gone, but some things will never
change. Our spirit of adventure lives on. We’re still as passionate
about discovering new things as ever. Connecting young travelers
is at the heart of everything we do. It’s about discovering mind-
blowing places, sharing the adventures & having an awesome
time doing it!
“Good” has never been nearly good enough for our travelers or
us. Making every trip the greatest ever, delivering awesome value,
creating epic stories, lasting friendships & genuinely making every
second count is what we’re all about.
We travel to experience the wonders that our world has to offer. we’re committed to ensuring they remain for generations to come. Conservation is at the heart of how we plan & run our trips. There are a bunch of ways that you can help. Learn more at: contiki.com/contikicares/you
We’re founding partners of the TreadRight Foundation
Contiki believes that we have
a responsibility to create
memorable travel experiences
without putting tourism
destinations at risk & there’s
much more to that than just
words on paper. TreadRight
supports projects that encourage
the development of tourism
by encouraging initiatives
which benefi t a destination's
environment, natural & cultural
heritage & community. In
partnership with TreadRight,
Contiki continues to work with
Céline Cousteau & the MAR
Leaders, now for the second year.
The Foundation has helped
protect 7.4 million acres of
forest in Brazil, supported the
World Wildlife Fund’s work with
indigenous sustainable tourism
in Australia, plus much more.
What’s more, TreadRight is
committed to continuing with
this support for sustainable
tourism for years to come - as
the primary sponsors of The
Tourism for Tomorrow Awards –
encouraging tourism operators
to develop & share
sustainable tourism
practices around
the world.
To learn more
please visit
www.treadright.org.
treadright foundation recycling
contiki oceansOceans cover 71% of the Earth’s surface & they form the largest habitat on the planet supporting the greatest variety of life. We support marine preservation through our projects
around the world, including the Mesoamerican
Reef Leadership Program (MAR) which helps young
environmentalists in their hands-on work protecting the
world’s second largest barrier reef.
EUROPE SINCE 1962 1978: in russia 1982: our château
1984: down under 2009: asia 2009: latin america
The Travel Corporation & Contiki are committed to using 100% recycled paper for the body stock of our brochures. Environmental benefi ts are important in the following ways:
• Using paper made from recycled fi ber means we save approx. 67,000 trees per year* & less waste being deposited into landfi lls.
• The paper mill uses a chlorine free fi ber bleaching process (PCF) that avoids potential dioxins from being released into adjoining waterways.
• The paper mill uses a complex fi ltration process that returns the river water in a cleaner state than initially received.
• Using 100% recovered fi bers means that the mill uses approx one fi fth of the energy that would be required to produce paper from primary fi bers.
• The body stock paper in our brochures meets the following Forest/Environmental/Process Certifi cations: PEFC, Blue Angel, ISO 9001 & 14001.
• We’re proud to commit to use one of the most environmentally friendly coated recycled papers on Planet Earth.
* Calculations based on data from the Environmental Defense Fund.
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contiki aroundthe world
LATIN AMERICA Peru, Argentina & Brazil,
Ecuador & Galapagos Islands, Mexico & Costa Rica
USA & CANADAIncluding Hawaii Stopovers
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND Inc. Diving, sailing
& ski options
LATIN AMERICA Peru, Argentina & Brazil,
Ecuador & Galapagos Islands, Mexico & Costa Rica
EUROPE WINTER
1st Edition
The text pages for this brochure are printed on 100% recycled paper. By doing
this we’re using less trees & sending less waste to landfills. You can help too, by
recycling this brochure when you’re done. Either pass it on to a friend to read, or
pop it in your recycling collection. Easy.
Contiki Vacations is a member
of the family-owned The Travel
Corporation and is renowned
and trusted for its outstanding
quality, service, value, reliability
and financial stability.
www.TheTravelCorporation.com
D R I V E N B Y S E R V I C E
• Call Contiki at 1-800-CONTIKI, visit contiki.com or
contact your local travel agent to confirm that there’s
space on the tour you have chosen. You can add a
pre- or post-night to your Contiki tour (if available)
at the same time.
• At the time of booking, you must pay a non-refundable
deposit of US$200 per person for first tour and US$200
per person for second and subsequent tours which must
be received by Contiki within 3 days. This payment is in
addition to any deposit required by your travel agent.
Air inclusive bookings may require additional non-
refundable deposit at the time of booking.
contiki vacations
801 E Katella Ave. 3rd FloorAnaheim CA 92805
Administration
Tel: (714) 935 0808
Fax: (714) 935 2556
Reservations
Tel: (800) CONTIKI(800) 266 8454
Fax: (714) 935 2556
Web: contiki.com
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How to book
Groups & special interest toursIf you’re looking for something completely different for a group of 25 or more, our Custom Groups
Department in Europe, North America, Central America, Latin America, Asia, Australia and New Zealand
have been helping those with specific group travel requirements for years! School and University trips,
performance groups, wine tours, culinary tours, ski tours, you name it we’ve done it. From supplying
competitive quotations to helping you plan the best itinerary right down to the last detail, our worldwide
team of experts is able to arrange a custom-designed vacation or incentive trip to meet the needs of
your group. Email: [email protected]
Contiki is represented in Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica,
Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico,
Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa,
Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA.
Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Guernsey.
© Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.
Contiki provides you with vacations & experiences of a lifetime.
Contiki loves the planet
• Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will
send you or your travel agent confirmation of the
booking details.
• The balance of the reservation must be received
by Contiki no less than 45 days before the
departure date or at the time of booking if less
than 45 days before departure. If payment is not
received by Contiki, we will not be responsible for
lost land and air reservations.
• Contiki will then send your travel documents and
detailed information to you or your travel agent
about your vacation.
IMPORTANT: By paying the US$200 deposit per person per tour to your travel agent, you
acknowledge that you have read and understood the Booking Conditions as set out on p.33
which make up the contract between you and Contiki.
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