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CAU21707COEU_COVER.pgs 26.11.2009 11:26 BLACK YELLOW MAGENTA CYAN
By the second day, youre having such a good timethat you forget you only met everyone the day before.
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See Europe. The French Riviera. St Peters Basilica. The Brandenburg Gate.And a market that only the locals know about (second right, in the square).
Share Europe. Meet 18-35 year olds from all over the world.Make friends for a month, and know them forever.
Love Europe.Were a family-owned business and weve been travelling the world since 1962. Well never stop.
Its always different. Its always fun. Its always an adventure. Thats the Contiki spirit.
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Whats insideThis brochure may be big, but weve made it nice and easy to navigate.
2-3 Intro to Contiki4-5 Ways to travel (thats where you are r
ight now)
6-7 Why Contiki? 8-9 Uniquely Contiki10-11 Whats included in your tour
12-13 Explore More & optional activities
14-15 On the road with the Contiki crew
16-17 On the road accommodation
18 Rate your dollar19 Real value. Cool deals.20 Our air partners21 Going green22 London calling23 Festivals and Events
24-3 3 Camping Original toursLike getting back to basics? Its how Contiki started.
Spacious tents for 2 in well-equipped campsites.
See how far your budget can stretch.
See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 24-33
34- 61 Concept Unique toursCabins. Hostels. Hotels. Special stopovers like a chateau.
Mix it up every night with our Concept Unique tours.
Simple one night, an upgrade the next.
See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 34-61.
62-129 Time Out Hotel toursCity hotels near the sights. Little extras, home comforts
and special places to stay like a chateau, Greek island
beach resort and a Roman villa. Time Out Hotel tours
give you more comfort for a great price. See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 62-129
130-139 Festivals / Events & Winter toursWeve got special event tours like Oktoberfest.
Add a stop at one of many European music festivals before or after your tour.
Or book one of our winter tours to beat the crowds and see Europe in the
snow. See opposite for a full list or find out more about our winter tours on
pages 134-139 and festivals/events on pages 130-133.
140141 Questions Answered142 Want to stay longer? 143 Booking Conditions
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AMSTERDAM NEW YEAR
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PARIS NEW YEARDays From Page
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EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO
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EASTER IN AMSTERDAM
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MUNICH OKTOBERFEST
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WINTER TOURDays From Page
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SKI AUSTRIA Days From Page
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CAMPING TOURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25
21 DAYS CAMPINGDays From Page
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32 DAYS CAMPINGDays From Page
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46 DAYS CAMPINGDays From Page
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22 DAYS CAMPINGDays From Page
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25 DAYS CAMPINGDays From Page
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CONCEPT TOURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35
ABOUT CONCEPT Page
ACCOMMODATION . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37
EUROPEAN HORIZON
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EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS
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EUROPEAN WHIRL
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EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE
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EUROPEAN SPIRIT
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EUROPEAN ESCAPADE
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EUROPEAN CONTRASTS
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EUROPEAN ADVENTURER
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LONDON to ATHENS
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plus GREEK ISLAND HOPPING
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33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A$4610 . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
LONDON to ROMEDays From Page
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TIME OUT TOURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62-63
ABOUT TIME OUT Page
ACCOMMODATION . . . . . . . . . . . . .64-65
EUROPEAN MAGIC
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AMSTERDAM to BARCELONA
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EUROPEAN DISCOVERY
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BEST OF EUROPE Days From Page
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EUROPEAN ENCOUNTER
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ROAD TO ATHENS / ROAD TO ROME
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ROAD TO ATHENS plus CRUISE
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IRELANDDays From Page
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ITALIAN ESPRESSODays From Page
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MEDITERRANEAN TRAIL
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MEDITERRANEAN HIGHLIGHTS
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SPANISH SPREEDays From Page
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EGYPT & THE NILE
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TURKISH DELIGHT
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BERLIN, PRAGUE & VIENNA
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EASTERN ROADDays From Page
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SCANDINAVIADays From Page
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RUSSIADays From Page
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CROATIAN ISLAND CRUISING
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GREEK ISLAND HOPPING
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SPOTLIGHT ON GREECE
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EASTERN MED. CRUISING
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MYKONOS & ISLAND CRUISING
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Discover yourideal trip
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Heres why people come from all overthe world to see Europe with us.
Meet people your age. Make friends fromall over the world, who love travelling andwant to have a good time.
The best time of day to see the MonaLisa in Paris? Well tell you.The tastiest paella in Barcelona? Wellshow you.The most gorgeous beach in Corfu?Well take you there.
Where to go. What to see. How to getthere. Our crew dont learn from aguidebook. Theyre put through theirpaces on an intensive training trip ofEurope. So theyve studied hard, madethe grade and theyre ready to help.
Lugging a heavy backpack in the rain?Getting lost? Hanging around, wastingtime? Not with Contiki.
We do the hard work for you. So you canget on with having a good time.
You can also use the Contiki Basementas your London HQ. Store luggage there.Meet people. And get useful info aboutLondon, like tips on the cheapest pricefor shows, how to get around on theUnderground and the best place toexchange money.
Meet
Contiki
Only for 18-35s.No younger, no older.
The best bits.And more ofthem.
Lots of holiday.Less hassle.
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Your Contiki tour gets you lots of extras,for no extra cash.
A private motorboat in Venice. A nighttour of Paris with champagne. A guidedtour of the Acropolis in Athens. Allincluded (plus more).
Youll know exactly what you get foryour money, so you can plan your trip(and your budget) before you go. Moreon pages 10-11.
Then there are the extras you cant buy.Like charging your phone and gadgetsas you travel. Theres more uniqueContiki extras on page 8.
All our tours have free time, every day. So youll get plenty of time to do yourown thing. Explore the backstreets, find a great place for a bite, or just sit backand chill. Its your free time, and itscompletely flexible.
Theres even more things you can dowith our Explore More optional activities(pages 12-13). Whatever youre into - art,adventure sports, music or food - wellsort it out and weve negotiated greatprices for you.
In 1962 New Zealander John Andersonwent to London. He had an idea. He hireda minibus. He filled it with young peoplewho wanted to travel. They toured Europetogether. And Contiki was born.
48 years later, the Contiki spirit is strongerthan ever. We travel to even more placesin Europe - and beyond. We have morefun. We meet more people. And weretrusted by travellers all over the world.
Check online to see our latest tours, andDefinite Departure dates (our most populartours that are guaranteed to go).
There are different ways you can travel withus too from camping to hotels and a wholelot in between. More on pages 4-5.
More extras. For less.
Free time. Your time.
Still exploring. 48 years on.
Know. Then go.
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Contikis French Chteau - a Concept Unique special stopover
UniquelyContiki.
The Contiki Basement
Heres what makes us different...
1835 is all we do. No 18-30-somethings.
Special places to stay. A 16thcentury chateau in France. A chalet in the Swiss Alps. Aresort hotel in Corfu. Weve gotmany more exclusive Contikispecial stopovers.
Contikis London Basement.Meet other travellers before &after your tour. Store your bags.Book London tours & shows. Allin one place.
Lunch your way. We dontinclude every meal, especiallylunches. So you get plenty of freetime to explore, discover & tastewhat European food is about.
Were local. More included localguides so you get insiderknowledge & lots of includedmeals in local restaurants.
Get extra value. With our Onlywith Contiki special inclusions.Like our Paris illuminations nighttour where we treat you to French champagne, cheese &escargot. Theres lots more oneach tour page.
We know Europe inside-out.Our crew spend more time on theroad learning about Europe inEurope than any of ourcompetitors. Plus we have 90resident staff based throughoutEurope.
Charge on the go. Charge yourphone, mp3 or laptop as youtravel on the coach.
Lots of discounts. Combineour deals, to save even more.Most other companies wont letyou take more than one.
We go all over the world.42 countries across 5 continents.We travel to more places for 18-35s than anyone else. Andremember, if you book two trips atthe same time, well give you adiscount to say thanks.
Running for 48 years. Weveseen what 18-35s like best & ourtrips include it! We also have themost departures, so its easy tofind a trip to fit your schedule.
Check out our Only withContiki specialinclusions on thetour pages. Paris illuminations night tour with French champagne, cheese & escargot
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9You can charge on the go
Guided bike tours
OUR TOP TOURSWant help choosing a tour? Here are some of Contiki travellers favourites:
European Experience Concept Unique20 Days 10 CountriesFrance, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria,Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands,Belgium (in transit)
Great for: A balance of cities & countryside, withplenty of adventure activities. Accommodation: Comfort level cabins/hostels.Special stopovers. More on pages 36-37
European Escapade Concept Unique25 Days 11 CountriesFrance, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria,Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland,Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
Great for: Lots of time to get a feel for Europesmajor cities. Accommodation: Comfort level cabins/hostels.Special stopovers. Lots of 2 night stops. More on pages 36-37
European Inspiration Time Out Hotels19 Days 9 CountriesBelgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Italy, Vatican City,Switzerland, FranceGreat for: A focus on the major cities of Europe, witha dose of all things cultural like walking tours & aTuscany wine tasting.Accommodation: Comfort level - hotels. Solo travellershare options. All 2 night stops. More on pages 64-65
Spanish Spree Time Out Hotels14 Days 2 CountriesSpain, Gibraltar
Great for: An immersion into the culture of Spain.Plenty of free time, with fantastic local foods.Accommodation: Comfort level hotels. Solo traveller share options. More on pages 64-65
European Discovery Time Out Hotels12 Days 8 CountriesBelgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy,Vatican City, Switzerland, FranceGreat for: A taste of the best European highlights forwhen youre short on time. Accommodation: Comfort level - hotels. Solo travellershare options. More on pages 64-65
Vatican City
MonacoPisa
Dover
Edam
Calais
Valley of the Somme
Ruhr Valley
Burgundy Region
Pont du Gard
Pyrenees Mountains
DolomiteMountains
Arles
Liechtenstein
Fontainebleau
St Goar
Heidelberg
Mauthausen
London
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NETHERLANDS
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ENGLAND
BELGIUM
AUSTRIA
Czech Rep
Slovenia
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Vatican City
MonacoPisa
Dover
Edam
Calais
Valley of the Somme
Beaujolais Region
Ruhr Valley
Burgundy RegionLiechtenstein
Fontainebleau
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Heidelberg
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CHATEAUDE CRUIX
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ApennineMountains
Bologna
Dachau
Ionian Sea
SWITZ
ITALY
GERMANY
NETHERLANDS
FRANCE
ENGLAND
BELGIUM
AUSTRIA
Slovenia
Dover
Calais
Valley of the Somme
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Burgundy Region
Lake Como
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Irish Sea
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SWITZ
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GERMANY
NETHERLANDS
FRANCE
ENGLAND
BELGIUM
AUSTRIA
Alba
Vatican City
Pisa
Dover
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Valley of the Somme
Burgundy Region
DresdenLondon
VENICE
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BERLIN2
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2Brenner Pass
Lake Como
Swiss Alps
Dachau
Adriatic Sea
English Channel
Baltic Sea
SWITZ
ITALY
GERMANY
NETHERLANDS
FRANCE
ENGLAND
CZECH REP
BELGIUM
AUSTRIA
Spain
Se
Monten
Slovenia
Alba
Pyrenees Mountains
San Sebastian
ZaragozaSegovia
Gibraltar
Toledo
Denia
SEVILLE1 GRANADA2
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PAMPLONA
2Mediterranean Sea
Costa Blanca
Costa del Sol
Atlantic Ocean
SPAIN
Portugal
France
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Look for Included Highlights in the itinerary section on everytour page. Theyre marked in a different colour, like this.
Find your
Included
Highlights
When in Rome...at the Spanish Steps.
Cycle tour of Amsterdam.
The Great Pyramidsin Egypt.
Visiting the Acropolis in Athens.
Learning about perfume in Paris.Walking in the Swiss Alps...breathtaking.
Historic streets of Dubrovnik.
EXPERIENCE IT ALL10
On every Contiki tour, every day, youllget lots of Included Highlights.Theyre all included in the price ofyour tour.
Included Highlights are the things you cant wait to see, like the EiffelTower in Paris and The Leaning Towerof Pisa. Wherever you are, well line up trips to famous monuments,walking and cycling tours with a local guide, organised nights out and some entrance fees. Every day.No more to pay.
MUST-SEESIGHTS.
Swimming off the boat
in Croatia.At the Brandenburg Gate
in Berlin. Stunning Santorini.Wine tasting at
Contikis winery.
The Leaning Tower
of Pisa.The canals of
Amsterdam.Awesome views over Prague.
Bonjour Paris!
St. Basils Cathedral, Moscow.
The Grand Canal in Venice.The Queens house
Buckingham Pala
ce!Buying clogs in
Amsterdam.
Your experience hereThe vineyards ofBeaujolais.
Beerhalls in Munich.On the Beatles music tour.
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EXPERIENCE IT ALL
As well as all the Included Highlights onour tours, you get plenty of free time todo your own thing every day.
Spend more time at one of your newfavourite sights, wander round theshops, or just relax.
You can also make the most of your freetime with our Explore More optionalactivities. They help turn a great trip intoan unforgettable one. Wevehandpicked them because theyre thethings our past Contiki travellers loved.Best of all, weve negotiated great pricesand we can organise everything for you.
Gondola ride, Venice
NB - remember, some of our optional extras can be physicallydemanding and involve some risk. Its important to check yourinsurance covers you for adventure activities.
Guided bike tour, Tyrol
OPTIONALACTIVITIES
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To find Explore More choices, look for the orange arrow
Moulin Rouge dinner, Paris
Nightclub, Florence
Islands cruise, Croatia
Parasailing, Corfu
Classical concert in ViennaRhineValley wine tastingSchnaps museum & tastingCog-railway ride up a mountainCaique boat cruise in Corfu
Gondola ride in VeniceSpanish flamenco showGuided tour of ancient RomeParasailing & waterskiingBelly-dancing dinner in TurkeyTandem paragliding in the TyrolHistorical walking tour in BerlinThermal pools bath in PamukkaleTuscan feast & entertainmentGuided tour of Pompeii
Beerhall dinner in MunichTrip to the volcano on SantoriniGhost walk in YorkGuided bike tour in PragueScottish haggis & bagpipe evening
Guinness brewery visitJeep hire on CorfuDay clubbing on MykonosCruise on Loch Ness
Boat triponGeiranger FjordCountryside mountain bike rideTurkish bathCroatian island cruise & swimmingRussian ballet Greek dancingAmsterdam canal boat cruise
Whitewater rafting, Austria
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Locally guided walking tour of Berlin including the Berlin Wall
on the bottom of every tour page
Traditional Greek dinner & dancing
Contiki cooks and repsWeve got 90 live-in site staff in Europe to make sure everythingruns without a hitch. Our mobile cooks travel with you onCamping tours. And our Site Reps look after you at Concepttour stopovers & villages. (They live there, so theyre great forlocal knowledge.) I did a Contiki tour myself and I loved it. A year later, I applied to work here. The food is really varied,so you wont eat chicken five days in a row. Its fresh, we dolots of summer salads, and a big roast lamb meal with someveggies. People devour it. If youre vegetarian or cant havegluten, well make special stuff for you. We make it easy toeat in Europe. Lily, Head Cook. 22
YOURCREW.WHOSWHO?
ON THE ROAD
Your Contiki crew dont just organise yourtrip, theyre part of it. Theyre young,friendly and theyve done their homeworkon where youre going to help you findwhat youre after. The result? Youll havemore time to enjoy each place.
Tour ManagerThink of your Tour Manager as your walking, talking guidebook.Theyre there to help you make the most of each day. Thatsbecause they know their stuff facts on where youre going, the best things to see & ideas for your free time. If you dontwant to go up to Jungfrau, the highest peak in the SwissAlps, what can you do instead? Thats what Im here for.Hire a bike, see the waterfalls... Ill tell you, sort it allout and give you a map. Its all about what you want to do nothings set. There isnt a typical day on a Contikitour. Every day changes. Every day is different. Andthats the beauty of it. Peter, Tour Manager, 26
Tour DriverHandling jam-packed city streets & fast-moving freeways, ourdrivers know their way around. Best of all, theyll drop you atyour door, so you wont have to lug your bags around. Sitback until your next stop. I work with the Tour Manager.Were a complete team. Were always discussing timings,how long its going to take to get into town, what time do wewant to head back to the hotel and so on. We sort all that stuffout so you dont have to. We put so much energy into makingsure you have a great holiday. And people are alwaysamazed that I can get these coaches into a tiny street bytheir hotel. But I can. Dan, Tour Driver, 30
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Always looking for ways to make your trip hassle-free.
I live, eat and breathe travel.It runs through my veins.
I look after every detail, so it all runs smoothly. You justenjoy your holiday.
Contikis training is thetoughest in the industry.(If wedont pass, we dont travel)
Im here to help you make themost of your trip. Want to knowwhy the tower leans? Or how muchthe Metro costs? Ive got theanswers.
Kann ich die Rechnung bitte?Ill give you a few words andphrases to try out with thelocals.
Im about the same age as you,so Ive got a pretty good ideaof what youre after. And I wanteveryone to have a great trip.
Tour Managers come from all overthe globe, so youll meet a coolmix of people from manycultures.
Im just one part of a biggerContiki crew, all workingtogether to make sure you havethe trip of a lifetime.
Sure, weve got an itinerary,but I keep things flexible whenI can. Ill move stuff around tosuit the group and the day.
Hi Im Mark, your Tour Manager
Not everyones cut out to join ContikisCrew. We need to make it through somepretty intensive training. Were tested on theroad, so we go where you go and see whatyou see and know everything about it.
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ON THE ROAD
All our tours include breakfast every day and overhalf your evening meals. We dont include everymeal especially lunches, for a reason. We give youthe flexibility to explore in your free time, meet somelocals and try all kinds of European delicacies.
Exciting new foodOn Camping & Concept tours, our Mobile Cooks & Site Reps buyfresh food from local markets every day. So youll get proper, tastymeals, often typical of the countries youre visiting. Like chickenparmigiana in Rome & fondue in Switzerland.
Group nights outExperience more of Europe together on one of our Explore Moreoptional nights out. Theres dinner & a show at the Moulin Rogue inParis. Turkish cuisine & belly-dancing in Istanbul. Experienceauthentic Italy with our Tuscan feast. And eat in a beerhall inMunich. Other nights are equally tasty & fun where well take youout for meals at typical local restaurants.
Local markets
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Try something new everyday
Free time to picnic in Paris
FRESHFOOD.EVERYDAY.
Relax on the road
Hotel Divani, Corfu
TOPACCOMMODATION.Tent. Cabin. Hostel. Hotel. Whatever tour youre on, your accommodation has
passed the Contiki test (we have high standards).
About Camping tourspages 24-25
About Concept tourspages 34-37
About Time Out tourspages 62-65
Modern and environmentally friendly coaches
Contiki campsite
Contiki Chteau dining room
Modern coachesChat, sit back with your iPod, or listen to your Tour Manager tell youabout where youre going, as your driver takes you there. Our air-concoaches are the best in Europe & we update our fleet regularly tomake sure theyre environmentally friendly. Then there are the Contikiextras, like reclining seats & power points for charging on the go.Just dont forget your adaptor. "Driving doesn't feel like a job to me, I love being in Europe & meeting great people at thesame time". Patrice, Tour Driver, 23
TRANSPORTGETTING THERE.
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breakfast. Transport. Tickets to see the sights.Accommodation. Travelling onyour own adds up - fast. Wevecompared a typical day on yourown in a European city to aday on a Contiki tour. See(and save) the difference.
Private motoboat to historic islands: g55 & city sightseeingtour: g20
At the Albergo Venezia
Grand canal water-bus
At the Trattoria Marco Polo
City sightseeing tour
At the Ibis Paris MaineMontparnasse
Metro Pass
At the Caf de Flore
Lake cruise
At the Waldstatterhof SwissSeehotel
Bus and Train
At the Restaurant Galliker
1 Nights Accommodation(avg. Price of budget hotel/hostel)
(2 Courses and a glass of wine, beer or soft drink)
(2nd Class 25yrs or under based on the global pass valid in 20 countries for 1 month)
Sightseeing
Day Travel Pass
Dinner
Youth Rail Pass
Prices and exchange rates validated at 1st September, 2009 at the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice. Sightseeing cost comparison is based on similar activities of whats included in a Contiki tour price. Contikis per daypricing based on 25 Day Camping tour page 33, 20 days European Experience Concept tour pages 44-45, 21 days European Vista Time Out tour pages 82-83. Food fund is included in the Camping and Concept tour comparisons above.
Total cost whentravelling your way
Contikis unbeatable cost saving price
Camping from A$
Ham & Cheese panini & cappuccino at the Caf Gianni
Caf latt & a croissant at the Caf Moulin
Platter of cold meats and cheese & coffee at the Caf Parterre
Breakfast
Compare Contiki
105p/d*378 284 263A$ p/d p/d p/dA$ A$
Concept from A$ 139p/d*Time Out from A$ 179p/d*
(Converted to A$)
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It gets even better
Our guaranteesDefinite DeparturesWe are always updating tours online to a guaranteed to go, DefiniteDeparture status. So you can confidently book ahead & takeadvantage of airlines early booking deals & Contikis early paymentdiscounts. Check online for the most up to date info on DefiniteDepartures.
No sneaky surchargesContiki has guaranteed no fuel or currency surcharges on all of ourcoach tours (apart from the government taxes already included in the tour price & cruising). Once youve paid your deposit the price ofyour tour wont change.
Change your mindOur Gold Seal insurance means that if you cancel your tour beforeyou leave home, we wont charge you a cent. And if youre ill or haveto leave your trip early for personal reasons, Gold Seal will refundyou A$40 for each day that you miss & will cover your air ticketcosts. See more on page 141.
Ukraine
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Italy
Hungary
Greece
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Egypt
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Ring of Kerry
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Valley of the SommeChampagne Region
Beaujolais Region
Ruhr Valley
Burgundy Region
Pont du Gard
Pyrenees Mountains
SwissAlps
DolomiteMountains
Zaragoza
Biarritz
Gibraltar
Toledo
VeronaMilan
La SpeziaCinque Terre
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Innsbruck
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Piraeus
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Izmir
Pergamum
Crete
Patmos
Rhodes
Dubrovnik
Liechtenstein
Fontainebleau
St Goar
Dresden
Cesky Krumlov
Kutna Hora
Auschwitz
Banska BystricaBratislava
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Pay early. Save more.Save up to A$355 on your tour if you book & pay 12 months beforeyou leave or save up to A$339 on your tour if you book & pay 6months before you leave. See the tour page to find out your payearly discount.
2 tours. Save more.Book 2 Contiki trips (of 10 days or longer) at the same time. Save A$100 on your booking.
EUROPE+EUROPE save A$100EUROPE+AMERICA save A$100EUROPE+GREAT BRITAIN save A$100EUROPE+ASIA save A$100
Book together. Save more.Same tour? Same time? Book together to get group discounts.
4 or moreEveryone saves 5%.
7 or moreEveryone saves 7.5%.
10 or moreEveryone saves 10%. Or invite an 11th person for free. Its up to you.
Share with 3Save 5% on the twin share price when you book a triple room.Available on many Time Out hotel tours.
The facts: all these discounts apply to the land tour price (eg: notflights). You can combine group discounts, multi tour discounts & early payment discounts on tours of 8 days or longer.
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Low cost airlines to EuropeWant to do one of our Regional In-depth tours?Need flights to get you to the city your tour departs from?
Go online & book with one of Europes many low-cost airlines.
To get a good deal, its best to book early. Heres some sites to start & you can find plentymore online.
easyjet.comryanair.comskyscanner.comkayak.co.uk
Contiki & UNESCOsWorld Heritage sitesEurope has more World Heritage sites than any other continent inthe world. These are must-sees and with Contiki you will. MostContiki tours visit one or more World Heritage site. A wonderful wayto be culturally immersed in Europes history. Look for the WorldHeritage symbol on the tour pages.
We feel good about adding World Heritage sites to our itineraries, not just so you can enjoy visiting and learning about them, but alsobecause conservation counts. Thats is why weve chosen to helpUNESCO with their efforts by contributing significant fundingtowards their restoration work in Venice, through our involvementwith The Leading Travel Companies Conservation Foundation.Read more on the opposite page.
Europes still hot when thetemperature drops!Contiki explores Europe year round, including winter. Think snow, sights & slopes! There are 20 winter tours to choose from as well as our popular ski Austria packages.
Our great-value winter trips are all Time Out hotel tours staying in 3 star accommodation covering both Multi-country & In-depth regional programs.
For more winter tour options & info - see pages 134 - 135. Or check out our trips that run year round, marked with the YR symbol on page 5.
Want to
spendyour
New Year in
Europe?
More on page
132.
Small footprint.Big commitment.
A Proud Member of
Our Foundation. Were foundingpartners of the non-profit LeadingTravel Companies ConservationFoundation. So far the Foundation has committed over US$2 million to helpunderprivileged communities & support sustainable tourism around the world.
In 2008-09 the Foundation: helped to protect 3 million hectares of Atlantic Forest in Brazil supported indigenous sustainable tourism in Australia funded wildlife research centres in Africa funded major research works to preserve important monuments
& archaeological sites in Europe (like the sinking city of Venice). primary sponsor of Tourism for Tomorrow Awards
Learn more at tltc.com/foundation.
Our coaches. We want you tosee the world. But we also wantto look after it. Compared to cars, planes and trains, coaches have the lowest carbon emissions. In Europe, coach is by far the most carbon efficient way to travel.
Our modern, air-conditioned coaches are some of the best inEurope. We make sure our coaches are fuel efficient & exceedEuropes strict fuel emission regulations.
If you want to reduce your carbon footprint even more, youll findlinks on our website to offset.
Go online formore details
Carbon Emissions Grid
Car*AirRailCoach**
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METHOD OF TRAVEL
Source: DEFRA Greenhouse Gas (GHG) conversion figures June 2009.www.defra.gov.uk/environment/business/reporting/conversion-factors.htm* Assumes national average of 1.56 people per car. ** Assumes average of 36 passengers.
UK Statistics are used which accurately reflect our touring products the majority of which are operatedin the UK and Europe.
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Its big, its busy and it can be tricky knowing whereto start. Thats where Contiki can help. Especially withthe Contiki Basement.
Arriving in London can be daunting. The ContikiBasement centre is a place for you to get to knowthe city & meet other Contiki travellers. Its right inthe middle of London at the Royal National Hotelin Russell Square.
Our staff will help you find out about what to see& do, book day trips & sightseeing & tell you thebest place to get a ticket for a show (as well ashow much it should cost). You can use theBasement for everything from storing your bags,to checking your emails, or just to find out how to get to the airport. May to September open from 9am-8pmOctober to April open from 11am-7pm
Contikis Basement
Start at the ContikiBasement
Accommodation beforeor after your tour
Contikis A-Z of
London EyeBuckingham Palace
Houses ofParliment & Big Ben Tower of London
Oxford Street Soho
Contiki Basement
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Lots of our tours start & finish in London. So ifyou need accommodation, we can help. Wehave great rates at 2 hotels (Royal National orImperial hotels). Both are in central London rightnext to Sohos theatres, bars & shops.
Booking tips:
Book at the Contiki Basement, or plan ahead& book at the same time as your tour.
If you want to share with a friend, you needto book at the same time.
Going solo? We can find you a roommate(same sex) for either a twin or triple share.
We cant book double beds. If these hotels are full, well book you in at
the President, Bedford or Tavistock hotels(theyre just as good & just as central).
Rooms are normally available from 2pm. It costs A$35 each time you change
your booking. For our cancellation policy & more details
see page 142.
Hotel prices
Royal National Imperial Room Type Triple Twin Twin Single
Summer 2010Mar 21 Oct 31 A$65 A$85 A$105 A$155
Winter 2010/11Nov 1 Mar 31 A$60 A$79 A$90 A$129
2 or 4 night London Explorer packages are available, see right page Important note: Double beds not available at the Royal National or Imperial Hotels
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London
New Years Eve, 2010.Where will you be?Check the date panels on each itinerary to figureout where you can enjoy New Years Eve.
Tower Bridge
Online Check-inBooked your tour? Give us your details beforeyou go & youll save time when you start yourtour, with Contiki Check-in.
Well give you tips to help you get ready for your trip & you can find out whoelse is on your tour on the Contiki Community. Plus youll get perks, likediscounts on luggage,guidebooks & movies thatsort of stuff. And well sendyou invites to Contiki-onlyevents & competitions.
Check-in online. Itll take youless than 5 minutes.
St PaulsCathedralLondon
City Brick Lane
Want to
see more
of London
?
We've put together a value-packed set ofextras, excursions & accommodation with our 2or 4 night London Explorer packages. They'regreat to help you find your way around thecity's sights & there's no Tour Manager, so youcan explore at your own pace. Find out more on page 131.
Festivals & eventsTheres always a festival or event happeningsomewhere in Europe. Plan your trip so that itworks with a festival or special event before or after your tour. Find more ideas online.Or try one of Contikis special event tours:
Oktoberfest, Munich7 Days A$615 1622 Sep 5 Days A$485 2327 Sep or 28 Sep2 OctSee page 133 for more information.
Easter in Amsterdam4 Days A$399 25 AprilSee page 133 for more information.
Edinburgh Festival & Military Tattoo4 Days A$495 2730 AugustSee page 133 for more information.
Camping Contiki-styleOur camping trips are about getting backto basics to stretch the budget, withoutskimping on quality.
Where you staySleep in spacious twin-share tents(designed for 3) on comfy air-mattressesat well-equipped campsites. You dontneed experience to pitch our easy toassemble tents theyre up & down in aminute.
MealsIn the fully-decked coach kitchen, yourMobile Cook prepares tasty dishes withfood sourced fresh daily. The Food Fundcovers hot breakfasts daily & lots of 2-course dinners, including a specialentre of French escargot & frogs legs onmany tours. Camping meal times bring everyonetogether & its fun to pitch in & help.
Your Contiki CrewYoull travel with 3 Contiki road crew: your Tour Manager, Driver & Mobile Cook.And at Contiki Villages & Stopovers, youll be in the hands of our resident SiteReps. More on this super-skilled team onpage 14-15.
Sightseeing, free time & transportMost of the main sights are included in thecost of your tour (pages 10-11), plustheres plenty of free time for you to do thethings you like. Choose from our optionalExplore More activities (pages 12-13) orjust take time to chill out, relax & dowhatever you like. As with every Contikitour, youll travel in style on a modern, air-conditioned coach.
Brand new tents designed for 3, buttheyre only ever twin share, so theresplenty of space.
New quality stools & air-mattresses. Only with Contiki special inclusions
like a Paris illuminations night tour withFrench champagne, cheese & escargot(on every itinerary that includes Paris).See tour pages for lots more Only withContiki special inclusions.
Remember, if you bookearly you save money!
Look out for the orange explore more optional activities arrow on every tour page
5 Camping
tours to
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Sleep under the starsNew twin-share tentsStretch your holiday budgetSee the key sightsGet back to natureWell-equipped campsitesFun & social
Multi-country tours21 days pages 26-2732 days pages 28-2946 days pages 30-3122 days page 3225 days page 33
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10 countriesFrance, Switzerland, Monaco,Italy, Vatican City, Austria,Czech Republic, Germany,Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
Only with Contiki (special inclusions) Paris illuminations night tour
with French champagne, cheese & escargot
Special access Rome sightseeingcoach tour
Private boat to the islands of Venice 3 experienced crew & Contiki
onsite RepsSpain
Slovakia
Serbia
Poland
Hungary
CroatiaSlovenia
Bosnia
Wales
Vatican City
MonacoPisa
Edam
Ruhr Valley
DolomiteMountains
Bologna
Cesky Krumlov
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PARIS: Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne
SWISS ALPS: Cog-railway ride to the top of Jungfrau MountainENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Places visited1 1 or more nightstops
Gondola ride, Venice
ROME: Locally guided tour of The Colosseum & Roman Forum VENICE: Gondola ride along the canals VIENNA: Schnaps museum visit & tastingPRAGUE: Scenic river cruise with lunch MUNICH: Dinner & entertainment at one of the oldest & most traditional Bavarian beerhalls AMSTERDAM: Bike ride through the countryside
When to go and how much
*All tour prices above are based on twin-share tents. If youre travelling solo, we can share you with a samesex roommate at no extra charge. You need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel on this tour.Travel insurance see page 141. These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 6:30pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodationoptions see page 142.
Code: CCCM Summer 2010
Start Finish Tour Food Fund Total CostLondon London A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp*
2010APR 21 MAY 11 1855 360 2215APR 28 MAY 18 1855 360 2215MAY 12 JUN 1 1899 360 2259MAY 19 JUN 8 1949 360 2309MAY 26 JUN 15 1949 360 2309JUN 2 JUN 22 1949 360 2309JUN 9 JUN 29 1949 360 2309JUN 16 JUL 6 1949 360 2309JUN 23 JUL 13 1949 360 2309JUN 30 JUL 20 1949 360 2309JUL 7 JUL 27 2045 360 2405JUL 10 JUL 30 2045 360 2405JUL 14 AUG 3 2045 360 2405JUL 21 AUG 10 2045 360 2405JUL 24 AUG 13 2045 360 2405JUL 28 AUG 17 2045 360 2405AUG 4 AUG 24 2045 360 2405AUG 11 AUG 31 1995 360 2355AUG 18 SEP 7 1995 360 2355AUG 25 SEP 14 1995 360 2355SEP 4 SEP 24 1995 360 2355SEP 6 SEP 26 1995 360 2355SEP 11 OCT 1 1995 360 2355SEP 14 OCT 4 1995 360 2355
Camping Original
27Itinerary and included sightseeingDay 1: London to ParisMeet up with your Contiki Crew. Ferryacross the English Channel to France.Journey past World War I battlefields &into the glittering City of Lights. (D)See the White Cliffs of DoverSee the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,the Louvre, the Champs Elysees &Notre Dame CathedralDay 2: ParisIndulge in sophisticated Paris where youllfind magic, romance & history amongstthe citys legendary icons. (B)Day 3: Paris to Swiss AlpsPass through the lush vineyards ofBurgundy en-route to the heart of theSwiss Alps. (B,D)Scenic drive through the AlpsDay 4: Swiss AlpsChill for a day in the breathtaking SwissAlps. Feel like youre on top of the worldwhen you opt in for a cog railway ride upthe snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D)Day 5: Swiss Alps to French RivieraWind down out of the mountains & travelsouth to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Cote d'AzurDay 6: French RivieraDo as the locals do - stroll throughoutdoor markets, shop the upscaleboutiques & sun worship on the beach.Later rub shoulders with the rich & famousin Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B,D)Visit a French perfumerySee the Royal Palace in MonacoVisit a Monte Carlo casinoDay 7: French Riviera to FlorenceStop & check out Pisas famousarchitectural wonder before arriving inRenaissance Florence. (B,D)See the Leaning Tower of PisaDay 8: FlorenceA local guide gives you the inside track onstriking buildings & sacred art in one ofItalys most atmospheric cities. Later on,enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B)See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry &Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstrationDay 9: Florence to RomePass through rural Umbrias pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on theroad to Rome. (B)See the Colosseum, the RomanForum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,Pantheon & Piazza NavonaDay 10: RomeTap into La Dolce Vita of the EternalCity & explore this living museum ofhistory. Get a feeling for Imperial Romesglory on an optional tour of the RomanForum & Colosseum. (B,D)See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican CityDay 11: Rome to VeniceCriss-cross the Apennine Mountains to thecity of Bologna, an historic & elegant city & then on to enchanting Venice. (B,D)See Bolognas famous porticos & two towersDay 12: VeniceMeander through the floating citys tightalleyways & canals to find grand squares,art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops,bars & markets. (B,D)
See the Bridge of Sighs, the DogesPalace & St. Marks Square Murano glass-blowing demonstrationDay 13: Venice to ViennaRide through the Dolomite Mountains toVienna then hit the rides at Prater park. (B)Visit Viennas Prater fun parkDay 14: ViennaViennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoonto wander this picture book city &encounter its wealth of music, cafs,parks, incredible architecture & of course,strudel! (B,D)See Schnbrunn Palace, St. Stephen'sCathedral & the State Opera HouseScenic drive along the historic RingRoadDay 15: Vienna to PragueStop at the World Heritage town CeskKrumlov as you travel through Bohemia toPrague, the golden City of a ThousandSpires. (B,D)Visit the medieval town of CeskyKrumlovDay 16: PragueSnake through this medieval citys maze ofcobbled streets & discover Gothicarchitecture, bargain-priced beer &bohemian crystal beads. (B)See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral ofSt. Vitus, Charles Bridge & WenceslasSquareVisit the old town square & see theastronomical clockDay 17: Prague to MunichBack to Germany & into Munich, thefestive home of Oktoberfest. (B)See the Glockenspiel & MarienplatzDay 18: Munich to HeidelbergHead north to Heidelberg, known for itsbaroque old town, pubs full of character, & lively student ambience. (B,D)See Heidelbergs medieval castleDay 19: Heidelberg to AmsterdamJourney past castles & vineyards along the Rhine River to the free-wheeling,vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B)See Amsterdams canals & gablehouses by nightDay 20: AmsterdamCheck out Amsterdams myriad ofmuseums, trendy cafs & notoriously funnightclubs. (B)Visit a cheese farm & clog maker'shouseDay 21: Amsterdam to LondonCircle back to France via Belgium & ferryacross the English Channel to England,where the tour ends & its time to sayfarewell to your new friends. (B)
21 Days Europe Camping10 countries20 nights camping20 breakfasts & 12 dinners
Save Money! If you pay 6 months in advance yousave A$95. See page 19 for details.
Whats includedAll as per itinerary 20 nights in twin-share tents
(including air mattresses) (more onpages 24-25)
20 breakfasts (B) & 12 dinners (D)included in your food fund
A dedicated crew with anexperienced & professional TourManager, Driver & Mobile Cook
Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach withpowerpoints for charging
Ferry crossings Sightseeing tours of all major cities Number of World
Heritage sites visited
WORLDHERITAGESITESVISITED10
Pizzeria, Rome
The Swiss Alps
Colosseum, Rome
32Days
fromA$34
65pp*
A$109/Da
y
32 Days Europe Camping
PARIS: Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne
POMPEII: Entry fee & guided tour of the ancient cityENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Places visited1 1 or more nightstops
Vatican City
MonacoPisa
Dover
Calais
Valley of the Somme
Pyrenees Mountains
DolomiteMountains
Zaragoza
Biarritz
Verona
Versailles
Arles
Mauthausen
London
VENICE
FRENCHRIVIERA
FLORENCE
CORFU4
2
2
PARIS3
BORDEAUX1
3
2
VIENNA2MUNICH
1
1
BARCELONA2
PAMPLONA 1
1 Brindisi
Loire Valley
PompeiiMt.Vesuvius
Isle of Capri
ROME
SORRENTO
1
1
St Goar
HEIDELBERG
Edam
Ruhr Valley
Rhine Valley
LucerneLiechtenstein
AMSTERDAM
SWISSALPS
2
2
Adriatic Sea
Ionian Sea
Mediterranean Sea
English Channel
Irish Sea
North Sea
Atlantic Ocean
SPAIN
ITALY
GREECE
GERMANY
FRANCE
ENGLAND
AUSTRIASWITZ
NETHERLANDS
BELGIUM
Slovakia
Serbia
Poland
Hungary
Czech Rep
CroatiaSlovenia
Bosnia
Wales
12 countriesFrance, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Austria,Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland,Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
Only with Contiki (special inclusions) Paris illuminations night tour
with French champagne, cheese & escargot
Wine tasting in Bordeaux Special access Rome sightseeing
coach tour Day trip to the Isle of Capri Private boat to the islands of Venice 3 experienced crew & onsite Reps
BARCELONA: Flamenco dance show CORFU: Watersports including parasailing, waterskiing & tube riding VENICE: Gondola ride along the canals MUNICH: Dinner & entertainment at one of the oldest & most traditional Bavarian Beerhalls SWISS ALPS: Cog-railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain
*All tour prices above are based on twin-share tents. If youre travelling solo, we can share you with a samesex roommate at no extra charge. You need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel on this tour.Travel insurance see page 141. These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. This tour will be in Pamplona during the Running of
the Bulls.Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 6:30pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodationoptions see page 142.
Camping Original
29Itinerary and included sightseeingDay 1: London to ParisMeet up with your Contiki Crew. Ferryacross the English Channel to Paris. (D)See the White Cliffs of DoverSee the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,the Louvre, the Champs Elysees &Notre Dame CathedralDays 2-3: ParisIndulge in this sophisticated city & findmagic, romance & history. Day trip to thebeautiful Chteau Versailles. (B,D)(B)See Chteau Versailles (entrance notincluded)Day 4: Paris to BordeauxCut through the Loire Valley & pass rollingvineyards en-route to the Bordeaux region& St. Emilion. (B,D)Day 5: Bordeaux to PamplonaSwim & shop in fashionable Biarritz beforecrossing into Spain to Pamplona. (B,D)See the lighthouse & bay in BiarritzSee Pamplonas famous bull ringDay 6: Pamplona to BarcelonaHead south to the baroque city ofZaragoza & on to Barcelona, then see why this sexy city sizzles on a sight-seeingtour. (B,D)See Gaudis Sagrada Familia & the1992 Olympic Games complexDay 7: BarcelonaExplore the city & feel the passion at anoptional Flamenco show! (B)Walk the Gothic Quarter & La RambladistrictDay 8: Barcelona to French RivieraTravel through Provence to Arles, then onward to the glamorous FrenchRiviera. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Cote d'Azur Visit the historic city of ArlesDay 9: French RivieraStroll through outdoor markets, shop theupscale boutiques & sun worship on thebeach. (B,D)Visit a French perfumerySee the Royal Palace in MonacoVisit a Monte Carlo casinoDay 10: French Riviera to FlorenceStop & check out Pisas famousarchitectural wonder before arriving inRenaissance Florence. (B,D)See the Leaning Tower of PisaDay 11: FlorenceA local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italys most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your ownpace. (B)See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry &Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstrationDay 12: Florence to RomePass through rural Umbrias rolling hills onthe road to Rome. (B)See the Colosseum, the RomanForum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,Pantheon & Piazza NavonaDays 13-14: RomeTap into La Dolce Vita for a couple ofdays in the Eternal City" & explore thisliving museum. Get a feeling for ImperialRomes glory on an optional tour of theRoman Forum & Colosseum. (B,D)(B,D)See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City
Day 15: Rome to SorrentoFrom Naples, catch a boat to the Isle ofCapri & soak up its sweeping views &romantic atmosphere before setting sail forSorrento. (B)Day 16: Sorrento to CorfuPass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeiis ancient ruins.Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B)Days 17-20: CorfuKick back & relax, get into the watersports, shop & soak up the sun in thisGreek island paradise. (B,D)(B,D)(B,D)(B)See the Venetian fortress in Corfu'sold townDay 21: Corfu to ItalyCruise the Adriatic Sea. (B)Day 22: Arrival VeniceVisit Romeo & Juliets home of Verona &then make your way to the enchanting cityof Venice. (B,D)See Juliet's Balcony & the Roman ArenaDay 23: VeniceMeander through the floating citys tightalleyways & canals to find grand squares,art-filled palazzos, bars & markets. (B,D)See the Bridge of Sighs, the DogesPalace & St. Marks Square Murano glass-blowing demonstrationDay 24: Venice to ViennaRide through the Dolomite Mountains toVienna then hit the rides at Prater park. (B)Visit Viennas Prater fun parkDay 25: ViennaViennese culture waltzes right up to you ona morning tour. Take the afternoon towander this picture book city & encounterits wealth of music, cafs, parks, incrediblearchitecture & of course, strudel! (B,D)See Schnbrunn Palace, St. Stephen'sCathedral & the State Opera HouseScenic drive along the historic RingRoadDay 26: Vienna to MunichMake a sobering stop at the Mauthausenconcentration camp memorial en-route toMunich, home of Oktoberfest celebrating200 years in 2010. (B)Entry into Mauthausen memorialSee the Glockenspiel & MarienplatzDay 27: Munich to Swiss AlpsStop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakesideLucerne before reaching the spectacularSwiss Alps. (B,D)Visit Liechtensteins capital, VaduzSee the Wooden Chapel BridgeScenic drive through the AlpsDay 28: Swiss AlpsChill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt for acog railway ride up the snow-coveredJungfrau Mountain. (B,D)Day 29: Swiss Alps to HeidelbergHead north to Heidelberg, known for itsbaroque old town & lively student feel. (B,D)See Heidelbergs medieval castleDay 30: Heidelberg to AmsterdamNext its on to the free-wheeling, vibrantcity of Amsterdam. (B)See Amsterdams canals & gablehouses by nightDay 31: AmsterdamCheck out Amsterdams museums, trendycafs & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B)Visit a cheese farm & clog maker'shouseDay 32: Amsterdam to LondonCircle back to France via Belgium & ferryacross the English Channel to England,where the tour ends & its time to sayfarewell to your new friends. (B)
32 Days Europe Camping12 countries29 nights camping2 nights ferries31 breakfasts & 19 dinners
Save Money! If you pay 6 months in advance yousave A$149. See page 19 for details.
Whats includedAll as per itinerary 31 nights accommodation: 29
nights in twin-share tents (includingair mattresses) & 2 nights on boardferries (more on pages 24-25)
31 breakfasts (B) & 19 dinners (D)included in your food fund
A dedicated crew with anexperienced & professional TourManager, Driver & Mobile Cook
Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach withpowerpoints for charging
Ferry crossings Sightseeing tours of all major cities Number of World
Heritage sites visited
WORLDHERITAGESITESVISITED16
When to go and how much
Start Finish Tour Food Fund Total CostLondon London A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp*
2010APR 20 MAY 21 2910 555 3465APR 27 MAY 28 2910 555 3465MAY 11 JUN 11 2990 555 3545MAY 18 JUN 18 3065 555 3620MAY 25 JUN 25 3065 555 3620JUN 8 JUL 9 3065 555 3620JUN 15 JUL 16 3065 555 3620JUN 22 JUL 23 3065 555 3620JUN 29 JUL 30 3065 555 3620JUL 6 AUG 6 3220 555 3775JUL 13 AUG 13 3220 555 3775JUL 20 AUG 20 3220 555 3775JUL 27 AUG 27 3220 555 3775AUG 3 SEP 3 3220 555 3775AUG 17 SEP 17 3145 555 3700AUG 27 SEP 27 3145 555 3700SEP 2 OCT 3 3145 555 3700SEP 6 OCT 7 3145 555 3700
Code: CCCD Summer 2010
La Sagrada Familia, Barcelona
Cruise around Corfu
Wooden Chapel Bridge, Lucerne
Troy
Gallipoli
Versailles
Chateaude Cruix
Thermopylae
St Goar
Cesky Krumlov
Bratislava
DURRES KAVALA
SOFIAISTANBUL
HEIDELBERG
BUDAPEST
PRAGUE
BrindisiPompeii
Mt.VesuviusVatican City
MonacoPisa
Split
Isle of Capri
Dover
Edam
Calais
Valley of the Somme
Ruhr Valley
Rhine Valley
Burgundy Region
Pont du Gard
Pyrenees Mountains
Lucerne
Dachau
Verona
Liechtenstein
London
VENICE
ROMEFRENCHRIVIERA
FLORENCE
ATHENS
2 ZADAR
PARIS3
LYON1
AMSTERDAM
2
2
VIENNAMUNICH
BARCELONA
SORRENTO1
DUBROVNIK3
CorinthCanal
Arles
CORFU31
2
2
2
1
OHRID11
ECEABAT1
1 2
SWISSALPS
2
1
2
2
2
1
2
2
Adriatic Sea
Ionian Sea
Black Sea
Mediterranean Sea
English Channel
TURKEY
SWITZ
SPAIN
SLOVAKIA
MONTENEGROMONTENEGROITALY
HUNGARY
GREECE
GERMANY
NETHERLANDS
FRANCE
ENGLAND
CZECH REP
CROATIA
BULGARIA
BOSNIA
BELGIUM
AUSTRIA
ALBANIA
MACEDONIA
Slovenia
Ukraine
Serbia
Romania
Poland
Belarus
46Days
fromA$48
19pp*
A$105/Da
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46 Days Europe Camping
PARIS: Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne
POMPEII: Entry fee & guided tour of the ancient cityENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Places visited1 1 or more nightstops
22 countries visited (see map for details)
Only with Contiki (special inclusions) Paris illuminations night tour
with French champagne, cheese & escargot
Private boat to the islands of Venice Special access Rome sightseeing
coach tour Day trip to the Isle of Capri Entry & local guide to the Acropolis Locally guided walking tour in
Dubrovnik 3 experienced crew & Contiki
onsite Reps
VENICE: Gondola ride along the canals - Guided walking tour CORFU: Hire a jeep & discover the island ISTANBUL: Fun belly-dancing evening & dinnerDUBROVNIK: Island cruise & swimming MUNICH: Dinner & entertainment at one of the oldest & most traditional Bavarian beerhallsSWISS ALPS: Cog-railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain
When to go and how much
*All tour prices above are based on twin-share tents. If youre travelling solo, we can share you with a samesex roommate at no extra charge. You need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel on this tour.Travel insurance see page 141. These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 6:30pm.For departure points & stay longer accommodationoptions see page 142.
Code: CCCA Summer 2010
Start Finish Tour Food Fund Total CostLondon London A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp*
2010APR 20 JUN 4 4029 790 4819APR 27 JUN 11 4029 790 4819MAY 11 JUN 25 4135 790 4925MAY 18 JUL 2 4239 790 5029MAY 25 JUL 9 4239 790 5029JUN 8 JUL 23 4239 790 5029JUN 22 AUG 6 4239 790 5029JUN 29 AUG 13 4239 790 5029JUL 6 AUG 20 4455 790 5245JUL 13 AUG 27 4455 790 5245JUL 20 SEP 3 4455 790 5245JUL 27 SEP 10 4455 790 5245AUG 3 SEP 17 4455 790 5245AUG 14 SEP 28 4349 790 5139AUG 19 OCT 3 4349 790 5139AUG 21 OCT 5 4349 790 5139
Camping Original
31Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDay 1: London to Paris. Meet up with yourContiki Crew. Ferry across the EnglishChannel to Paris. (D)See the White Cliffs of DoverSee the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & NotreDame CathedralDays 2-3: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticatedcity & find magic, romance & history. Day tripto the beautiful Chteau Versailles. (B)(B,D)See Chteau Versailles (entrance notincluded)Day 4: Paris to Lyon. Travel throughBurgundy & Beaujolais wine country togourmet Lyon. (B,D)Stop at Contikis very own 16th centuryChateau Taste local wineDay 5: Lyon to Barcelona. Head throughthe majestic Pyrnes Mountains toBarcelona. (B,D)Check out the Roman Aqueduct at Pontdu GardDay 6: Barcelona. See why this sexy citysizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, feel thepassion at an optional Flamenco show! (B)See Gaudis Sagrada Familia & the 1992Olympic Games complexWalk the Gothic Quarter & La RambladistrictDay 7: Barcelona to French Riviera.Travel through Provence to Arles, en-route tothe French Riviera. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Cote d'Azur Visit the historic city of ArlesDay 8: French Riviera. Stroll throughoutdoor markets, shop the upscaleboutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D)Visit a French perfumerySee the Royal Palace in MonacoVisit a Monte Carlo casinoDay 9: French Riviera to Venice. Stop inRomeo & Juliets home of Verona before wehead to enchanting Venice. (B,D)See Juliets balcony & the Roman ArenaDay 10: Venice. Meander through thefloating citys tight alleyways & canals tofind grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars& markets. (B,D)See the Bridge of Sighs, the DogesPalace & St. Marks Square Murano glass-blowing demonstrationDay 11: Venice to Florence. Snakethrough the Apennine Mountains to Pisa &check out its architectural wonder beforerolling through Tuscany to Florence. (B,D)See the Leaning Tower of PisaDay 12: Florence. A local guide gives youthe inside track on one of Italys mostatmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploringat your own pace. (B)See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry &Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstrationDay 13: Florence to Rome. Pass throughrural Umbrias rolling hills & terracedvineyards on the road to Rome. (B)See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,Pantheon & Piazza NavonaSee St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican CityDay 14: Rome. Tap into La Dolce Vita ofthe Eternal City & explore this livingmuseum. Get a feeling for Imperial Romesglory on an optional tour of the RomanForum & Colosseum. (B,D)Day 15: Rome to Sorrento. From Naples,catch a boat to the Isle of Capri, soak up itssweeping views & set sail for Sorrento. (B)
Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu. Pass along theBay of Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius& opt for a tour of Pompeiis ancient ruins.Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B)Days 17-19: Corfu. Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise.(B,D)(B,D)(B)See Corfu's Venetian fortressDay 20: Corfu to Athens. Travel acrossCorinth Canal to Athens. (B,D)Day 21: Athens. Sightsee the ancientwonders of this bustling city. (B)See the first modern Olympic StadiumDay 22: Athens to Kavala. Journey alongGreeces coastline, past Mt. Olympus, toharbourside Kavala. (B,D)Drive past Spartan Thermopylae &Byzantine ThessalonikiDay 23: Kavala to Eceabat. Visit thehistoric Gallipoli battlefields as we make ourway to Turkey. (B,D)Journey along the Sea of MarmaraVisit Lone Pine CemeterySee ANZAC CoveDay 24: Eceabat to Istanbul. Ferry acrossthe Dardanelles & make a visit to Troy beforecontinuing on to Istanbul. Hotel (B)Visit Troys Wooden Horse with a localguideDay 25: Istanbul. Savour an incrediblemosaic of sights in this diverse city whereEast literally meets West. Hotel (B,D)See the Blue Mosque & the GrandBazaar with a local guideDay 26: Istanbul to Sofia. Traverse theplains of Bulgaria to Sofia, a city with acurious blend of Socialist heritage & modernEuro living. Hotel (B,D)See the Alexander Nevsky CathedralDay 27: Sofia to Ohrid. Cut acrossMacedonia to the red-roofed houses,sidewalk cafs & rustic fish restaurants ofLake Ohrid. (B,D)Day 28: Ohrid to Durres. Cross intoAlbania & on to Durres where steepmountains plunge into the deep Adriatic sea.Hotel (B,D)Day 29: Durres to Dubrovnik. Continuealong the sparkling coastline through tinyMontenegro toward the picturesque, ancientwalled city of Dubrovnik. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Croatian coastlineDays 30-31: Dubrovnik. Find historicbuildings, modern galleries & amazingseafood in this stunning town. (B)(B,D)See the fortified city & old portDay 32: Dubrovnik to Zadar. Move up theDalmatian Coast, stopping in beautiful Split& then travel on to Zadar. (B,D)See Diocletians Palace in SplitDay 33: Zadar to Budapest. Head north,past Lake Balaton to a lively arts, caf &music scene in the Paris of the East. (B,D)Day 34: Budapest. Feel the history of thisfascinating city split by the Danube Riverinto hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. (B)Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the RoyalPalace, the Church of St. Matthias, theChain Bridge & Fisherman's BastionDay 35: Budapest to Vienna. Stop forlunch in Slovakia before arriving in Austria tohit the rides at Prater park tonight. (B)See Bratislavas medieval castleVisit Viennas Prater fun park Day 36: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzesright up to you on a morning tour. Take theafternoon to wander the city & encounter itswealth of music, cafes, parks, incrediblearchitecture & of course, strudel! (B,D)See Schnbrunn Palace, St. Stephen'sCathedral & the State Opera HouseScenic drive along the historic RingRoad
46 Days Europe Camping22 countries40 nights camping, 4 nightshotels & 1 night ferry45 breakfasts & 29 dinners
Save Money! If you pay 6 months in advance yousave A$209. See page 19 for details.
Whats includedAll as per itinerary 45 nights accommodation: 40
nights in twin-share tents (includingair mattresses), 4 nights in hotels &1 night onboard a ferry (more onpages 24-25)
45 breakfasts (B) & 29 dinners (D)included in your food fund
A dedicated crew with anexperienced & professional TourManager, Driver & Mobile Cook
Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach withpowerpoints for charging
Ferry crossings Sightseeing tours of all major cities Number of World
Heritage sites visited
WORLDHERITAGESITESVISITED25
Paris
Day 37: Vienna to Prague. Stop at theWorld Heritage listed town, Cesk Krumlovas you travel through Bohemia to Prague,the City of a Thousand Spires. (B,D)Visit the medieval town of Cesky KrumlovDay 38: Prague. Snake through thismedieval citys maze of cobbled streets &discover Gothic architecture, beer &Bohemian crystal beads. (B)See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral ofSt. Vitus, Charles Bridge & WenceslasSquareDay 39: Prague to Munich. Head toMunich, the festive home of Oktoberfest -celebrating 200 years in 2010. (B)Visit Dachau concentration campmemorialDay 40: Munich. Explore the cultural side ofMunich. Theres world-class museums,shopping & lots of traditional food & beergardens. (B,D) See the Glockenspiel & MarienplatzDay 41: Munich to Swiss Alps. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne beforereaching the spectacular Swiss Alps. (B,D)Visit Liechtensteins capital, VaduzSee the Wooden Chapel BridgeScenic drive through the AlpsDay 42: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day in theSwiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride upthe Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D)Day 43: Swiss Alps to Heidelberg. Headnorth to Heidelberg. (B,D)See Heidelbergs medieval castleDay 44: Heidelberg to Amsterdam. Nextits on to free-wheeling Amsterdam. (B)Visit the riverside town of St. GoarSee Amsterdams canals & gablehouses by nightDay 45: Amsterdam. Check outAmsterdams myriad of museums, trendycafs & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B)Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's houseDay 46: Amsterdam to London. Ferryacross the English Channel to England,where the tour ends. (B)
Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDay 1: London to Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Crew. Ferry across the English Channel to Paris. (D)See the White Cliffs of DoverSee the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,the Louvre, the Champs Elysees &Notre Dame CathedralDays 2-3: Paris. Indulge in thissophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the beautiful ChteauVersailles. (B)(B,D)See Chteau Versailles (entrance notincluded)Day 4: Paris to Lyon. Travel throughBurgundy & Beaujolais wine country togourmet Lyon. (B,D)Stop at Contikis very own 16th centuryChateau Taste local wineDay 5: Lyon to Barcelona. Head throughthe majestic Pyrnes Mountains toBarcelona. (B,D)Check out the Roman Aqueduct atPont du GardDay 6: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight,feel the passion at an optional Flamencoshow! (B)See Gaudis Sagrada Familia & the 1992Olympic Games complexWalk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambladistrict
Day 7: Barcelona to French Riviera.Travel through Provence to Arles, en-routeto the French Riviera. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Cote d'Azur Visit the historic city of ArlesDay 8: French Riviera. Stroll throughoutdoor markets, shop the upscaleboutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D)Visit a French perfumerySee the Royal Palace in MonacoVisit a Monte Carlo casinoDay 9: French Riviera to Venice. Stop atRomeo & Juliets home of Verona before wehead to enchanting Venice. (B,D)See Juliets balcony & the Roman ArenaDay 10: Venice. Meander through thefloating citys tight alleyways & canals tofind grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars& markets. (B,D)See the Bridge of Sighs, the DogesPalace & St. Marks Square Murano glass-blowing demonstrationDay 11: Venice to Florence. Snakethrough the Apennine Mountains to Pisa & check out its architectural wonderbefore rolling through Tuscany to Florence. (B,D)See the Leaning Tower of PisaDay 12: Florence. A local guide gives youthe inside track on one of Italys mostatmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploringat your own pace. (B)See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry &Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
Day 13: Florence to Rome. Pass throughrural Umbrias rolling hills & terraced vineyardson the road to Rome. (B)See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon& Piazza NavonaSee St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican CityDay 14: Rome. Tap into La Dolce Vita ofthe Eternal City & explore this livingmuseum. Get a feeling for Imperial Romesglory on an optional tour of the RomanForum & Colosseum. (B,D)Day 15: Rome to Sorrento. From Naples,catch a boat to the Isle of Capri, soak up itssweeping views & set sail for Sorrento. (B)Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu. Pass along theBay of Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius& opt for a tour of Pompeiis ancient ruins.Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B)Days 17-19: Corfu. Kick back & relax, getinto the water sports, shop & soak up the sunin this Greek island paradise. (B,D)(B,D)(B)See the Venetian fortress in Corfu's old townDay 20: Corfu to Athens. Travel acrossCorinth Canal to Athens. (B,D)Day 21: Athens. Sightsee the ancientwonders of this bustling city. (B)Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with alocal guideSee the first modern Olympic StadiumDay 22: Depart Athens. Its time to sayfarewell to your new friends as your tour endsafter breakfast. (B)
5 countries France, Spain, Italy, Vatican City, Greece
Whats includedAll as per itinerary 21 nights accommodation: 20
nights in twin share tents (includingair mattresses) & 1 night onboard aferry (more on pages 24-25)
21 breakfasts (B) & 13 dinners (D)included in your food fund
A dedicated crew with anexperienced & professional TourManager, Driver & Mobile Cook
Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach withpowerpoints for charging
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PARIS: Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne VENICE: Gondola ride
along the canals - Guided walking tour POMPEII: Entry fee & guided tour of
the ancient city CORFU: Hire a jeep & discover the island ENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
When to go and how much
*All tour prices above are based on twin-share tents. If youre travelling solo, we can share you with a samesex roommate at no extra charge. You need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel on this tour.Travel insurance see page 141.Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 7:30am.For departure points & stay longer accommodationoptions see page 142.
Code: CCCL Summer 2010
Start Finish Tour Food Fund Total CostLondon Athens A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp*
2010APR 20 MAY 11 2099 370 2469APR 27 MAY 18 2099 370 2469MAY 11 JUN 1 2155 370 2525MAY 18 JUN 8 2209 370 2579MAY 25 JUN 15 2209 370 2579JUN 8 JUN 29 2209 370 2579JUN 22 JUL 13 2209 370 2579JUN 29 JUL 20 2209 370 2579JUL 6 JUL 27 2315 370 2685JUL 13 AUG 3 2315 370 2685JUL 20 AUG 10 2315 370 2685JUL 27 AUG 17 2315 370 2685AUG 3 AUG 24 2315 370 2685AUG 14 SEP 4 2259 370 2629AUG 19 SEP 9 2259 370 2629AUG 21 SEP 11 2259 370 2629
Save Money! If you pay 6 months in advance yousave A$109. See page 19 for details.
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More options See Europe & the Greek Islands.
Popular demand means weve madeour 46 day camping tour modular.We now offer it as 2 separate toursof 22 & 25 days as well as the whole46 day trip, so you can break thetour up in the middle to spend moretime in Greece to cruise, island hop& relax. The 22 day tour travels fromLondon to Athens. Then you cantravel back to London on the 25 daytour on a later departure. If youreshort on time, you could just take 1of the modules. Theres only alimited number of places availableon each module.
See the Mix+Match panel on oppositepage for tour combination ideas.
Only with ContikiFor Contikis special inclusions on thistour, refer to page 30.
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ISTANBUL: Evening dinner & belly-dancing DUBROVNIK: Island cruise &
swimming MUNICH: Dinner & entertainment at one of the oldest & most traditional
Bavarian Beerhalls SWISS ALPS: Cog-railway ride to the top of Jungfrau MountainENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDay 1: Athens to Kavala. Meet your fellowtravellers at 7.30am. Journey along Greecescoastline, past Mt. Olympus, to harboursideKavala. (D)Drive past Spartan Thermopylae &Byzantine ThessalonikiDay 2: Kavala to Eceabat. Visit the historicGallipoli battlefields on our way to Turkey. (B,D)Journey along the Sea of MarmaraVisit Lone Pine CemeterySee ANZAC CoveDay 3: Eceabat to Istanbul. Ferry acrossthe Dardanelles & make a visit to Troy beforecontinuing on to Istanbul. Hotel (B)Visit Troys Wooden Horse with a localguideDay 4: Istanbul. Savour an incrediblemosaic of sights in this diverse city whereEast literally meets West. Hotel (B,D)See the Blue Mosque & the GrandBazaar with a local guideDay 5: Istanbul to Sofia. Traverse theplains of Bulgaria to Sofia, a city with acurious blend of Socialist heritage & modernEuro living. Hotel (B,D)See the Alexander Nevsky CathedralDay 6: Sofia to Ohrid. Cut across Macedoniato the red-roofed houses, sidewalk cafs &rustic fish restaurants of Lake Ohrid. (B,D)Day 7: Ohrid to Durres. Cross into Albania& on to Durres where steep mountainsplunge into the deep Adriatic sea. Hotel (B,D)Day 8: Durres to Dubrovnik. Continuealong the sparkling coastline through tinyMontenegro toward the picturesque, ancientwalled city of Dubrovnik. (B,D)
Scenic Drive along the Croatian coastlineDays 9-10: Dubrovnik. Find historicbuildings, modern galleries & amazingseafood in this stunning town. (B)(B,D)See the fortified city & old portDay 11: Dubrovnik to Zadar. Move up theDalmatian Coast, stopping in beautiful Split& then travel on to Zadar. (B,D)See Diocletians Palace in SplitDay 12: Zadar to Budapest. Head north,past Lake Balaton to a lively arts, caf &music scene in the Paris of the East. (B,D)Day 13: Budapest. Feel the history of thisfascinating city split by the Danube Riverinto hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. (B)Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the RoyalPalace, the Church of St. Matthias, theChain Bridge & Fisherman's BastionDay 14: Budapest to Vienna. Stop forlunch in Slovakia before arriving in Austria tohit the rides at Prater park tonight. (B)See Bratislavas medieval castleVisit Viennas Prater fun park Day 15: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzesright up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander this picture bookcity & encounter its wealth of music, cafs,parks, incredible architecture &, of course,strudel! (B,D)See Schnbrunn Palace, St. Stephen'sCathedral & the State Opera HouseScenic drive along the historic Ring RoadDay 16: Vienna to Prague. Stop at theWorld Heritage listed town, Cesky Krumlovas you travel through Bohemia to Prague,the City of a Thousand Spires. (B,D)Visit the medieval town of CeskyKrumlovDays 17: Prague. Snake through thismedieval citys maze of cobbled streets &
18 countries Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria,Macedonia, Albania,Montenegro (in transit), Bosnia (in transit), Croatia,Hungary, Slovakia, Austria,Czech Republic, Germany,Liechtenstein, Switzerland,Netherlands, Belgium (in transit), France (in transit)
Whats includedAll as per itinerary 24 nights accommodation: 20
nights in twin-share tents (includingair mattresses) & 4 nights in hotels(more on pages 24-25)
24 breakfasts (B) & 16 dinners (D)included in your food fund
A dedicated crew with anexperienced & professional TourManager, Driver & Mobile Cook
Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach withpowerpoints for charging
Ferry crossings Sightseeing tours of all major cities Number of World
Heritage sites visited
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Save Money! If you pay 6 months in advance yousave A$105. See page 19 for details.
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