contiki holidays asia ebrochure 2013-14 (aud)

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 a kaleidoscope of 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

mates 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 heaps 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 accommodation or authentic

overnights like a Chinese Junk Boat. And

make it all that much sweeter by sharing it

with your new travel mates.

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 &

ultimate 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 & inncluded

fl ights we get you where you need to be

fast without missing the local sights.

Exclusive accommodationPools, WiFi, gyms & central locations you’ll

love. The perfect place to relax & unwind.

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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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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 travelling the globe, no

company can provide you with better

access than us, 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 & we include local taxes &

charges in our prices, keeping it simple.

The freedom to explore the way

you want. It’s an important part of

travelling, so we provide you with loads

of ME Time to discover & create your

own adventure. We call it ME Time

because it’s all about choosing your

path. If you want to make every second

count, we also have a host of exclusive

ME Time optionals. Whether you’re

someone who wants to flex some

master chef skills at a cooking school, or

keen to explore ancient temples or just

chill on the beach, we’ll always provide

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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 unrivalled

value & sets the Contiki Asia experience apart from the rest.

EXCLUSIVE inclusions

EXCLUSIVE FOODEXCLUSIVE ACCESS

EXCLUSIVE OptionsEXCLUSIVE team

EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATION

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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’ll show you the iconic sights that’ll knock your socks off & we also help uncover the parts of Asia that you wouldn’t otherwise find without a friend in the know - that’s us. It’s all included standard 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

travellers 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 standard

with your Backstage Pass. They enhance

your Asia travel experience even more,

by providing that essential knowledge &

an insider’s unique 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 & travelled. They

know Asia like the back of their hands

& have amazing experiences to share.

Want something custom made? Want

to try something exotic? Just ask! They

take care of you & take care of the

boring stuff, like sorting hotels,

luggage & crossing borders. 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 travellers 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

travellers 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

travellers 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 compulsory tipping, Passionate service & exclusive local knowledge.

Chen, Local Guide, Siem ReapAll young travellers 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 travellers

experience more. I love showing travellers Siem Reap,

especially my favourite 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 accommodation allows you to relax in comfort & style with air-conditioned rooms, private en-suites, 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 to ensure the best stay possible. 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

accommodation being in central

locations, you can spend more time

exploring, without having to worry

about transport & extra expenses.

Relax on the beach in Nha Trang

knowing you are staying just a stone’s

throw away, or go out a little bit later

in Bangkok being just a street away

from Khao San Road, or in Siem Reap,

you’re just 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’. Travelling 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 room-mate

matchups. Or, if that doesn’t sound like you

we’ll set you up in a ‘room to myself’ for just

a small supplement. Too easy!

exclusives Accommodation

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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, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. Before you leave it’s important that you check your insurance includes your 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 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 about travelling.

And in Asia, there’s no better place to tempt the taste buds with exotic local cuisine. We’ll take

you on a journey of spectacular fl avours, from fresh Amok curry in Cambodia, to authentic

creamy curries in Thailand or zesty Goi Cuon in Vietnam & fast track you to the best on offer in

each destination.

On our trips, we include breakfast every day & lots of evening meals, but we like to leave some well

placed gaps 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 avours. Ask our

awesome team for their hidden favourites to fast-track 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 & see quickly,

hassle free & in an authentic local way.

And travelling 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 mates

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 & 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 A$310Pay in full on or before 31st Jan 2013 & save up to 10%.

Save up to A$235Pay in full on or before 28th Mar 2013 & save up to 7.5%.

Save up to A$155Pay in full on or before 31st May 2013 & save up to 5%.

* Pay Early Savings of A$310, A$235 & A$155 based on Big Indochina Adventure p.20-21.

Book 2 Contiki tours of 7 days or longer at the same time & get A$100 off the cost of the second tour.

Over 100 defi nite departures, with more added every week. Check your tour on contiki.com.au

& look out for the defi nite departure symbol on the availability calendar.

gold seal protectionOur Gold Seal means that if you cancel your tour before you leave Australia, we won’t charge you a cent. And if you’re ill or have to leave the trip early for personal reasons, Gold Seal will refund you A$40 for each day that you miss & will cover your air ticket costs. See more on p.32.

One stop shop for your airfare & tourWe can make booking your tour even easier. Contiki can make your fl ight arrangements

from almost anywhere in Australia.

BEST PRICES: We guarantee to offer you the best airfare we have available to suit your

Contiki tour on the day you book. There are excellent prices for scheduled fl ights on some of

the world’s top airlines.

LOTS OF CHOICE: We work with a range of major airline partners, to make sure we can

offer you the best available airfares & fl ight departure times to suit you. Our partners

operate out of most Australian ports & give you access to the major Asian gateways.

COMPLETE FLEXIBILITY: Contiki has a 7 day grace period where you can make as many

amendments to your tour as you need free of charge. We’ll also customize your fl ight

itinerary to meet your travel needs*.

Flexible payment conditions are a huge bonus.

GREAT SERVICE: Contiki’s specialist agents do the hard work for you to make sure your tour

& fl ights work together – too easy.

CONDITIONS:

Contiki endeavours to offer the best airfare available at the time of booking.

All airfares are subject to availability. *

Fuel surcharges & taxes on airfare are not guaranteed until full payment for fl ights is received.

All year round deals & savings

GO VINTAGE.Buy your next outfi t at your local charity shop.

RIDE A BIKE TO WORK. Save money on transport costs (plus you’ll get fi t too!)

CUT THE CREDIT.Stick a picture of your next holiday 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 busking.

GO BACK TO BASICS.Save money on fruit & veg & grow your own.

pay early for the best deals

2 or more

book with mates

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!

travelling again?If you’ve travelled 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.

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 mates’), multi tour discounts (‘2 or more’), past traveller (‘Travelling 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.

Got your own tip on how to save?

Tell us about it at facebook.com/contiki

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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

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VIENTIANE

LUANG PRABANG

BANGKOK

CHIANG MAI

CHIANG RAI

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THAILAND

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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 favourites

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 centre

• Guided bike ride through the Vietnamese countryside

• Cyclo ride to Hue’s ancient Citadel

• Visit the Cu Chi tunnels

• Expert English-speaking Local Guide

• All private coach transport

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.au/indochina-adventure

A$4049pp*A$162 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 travellers, 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)


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 hire 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 centre

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.


• 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 & snorkelling. Hotel (B)

M Relaxing island cruise with swim stops & snorkelling

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

Transport & 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

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Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.

How much & when

CH

IAN

G R

AI

INDOCHINA

SIEM REAP

Pay early & save

up to A$310.

See p.17 for details.

Start Finish Total Bangkok Hanoi Cost A$ pp*

Start Finish Total Bangkok Hanoi Cost A$ pp*

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* Prices above are based on twin-share (multi-share on train). If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.

A single room supplement is available for A$889 (only applicable in hotels).

Included fl ights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map opposite as part of the tour price. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.32 for important info.

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.au/staylonger.

Insurance & visas: For important information please see p.32.

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VIENTIANE

LUANG PRABANG

BANGKOK

CHIANG MAI

CHIANG RAI

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SIEMREAP

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CHINA

SEA

THAILAND

LAOS

CAMBODIA

Burma

China

Vietnam

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THAILANDLAOSCAMBODIA

aSIAN ADVENTURE






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


• Locally guided bike tour of World Heritage listed Luang

Prabang

• Guided visit of the COPE support & rehab centre



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


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 holiday with an even mix of culture & sightseeing.


Visit contiki.com.au/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 travellers, 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.


• 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)


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 hire 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 centre

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:



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 &







& service charges

2 internal flights


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.

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How much & when

SIE

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AsianAdventure14 days

INDOCHINA

Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.

KUANG SI WATERFALLS

night markets

Pay early & save

up to A$175.


Start Finish Total Bangkok Siem Reap Cost A$ pp*

Start Finish Total Bangkok Siem Reap Cost A$ pp*

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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).



Code: ASAD 2013/14

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Da Nang

HANOI

NHA TRANG

HUE

HOI AN

HO CHI MINH CITY

Halong Bay

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VIETNAM

Thailand

Cambodia

China

Laos

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VIETNAM

VIETNAM EXPERIENCE






moment count.

ME Time optionalsM Relaxing island cruise with swim stops &

snorkelling 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



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!


Visit contiki.com.au/vietnam-experience


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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 travellers 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.


• 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

250kms 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, snorkelling & 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 colourful cloths & tailors who make to order. Then taste why Vietnamese food has such a good reputation with an optional cooking class. Hotel (B)


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)


• 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.



• 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:



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 &







& service charges

3 internal flights


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


How much & when

NH

A T

RA

NG

VietnamExperience12 days

INDOCHINA

PHO, HANOI

Pay early & save

up to A$120.


Start Finish Total Ho Chi Hanoi Cost Minh A$ pp*


2013Jan 15 Jan 26 1565Jan 19 Jan 30 1565Jan 26 Feb 6 1565Feb 2 ● Feb 13 1565Feb 5 ● Feb 16 1565Feb 9 ● Feb 20 1565Feb 12 Feb 23 1565Feb 16 Feb 27 1565Feb 23 Mar 6 1565Mar 2 Mar 13 1565Mar 5 Mar 16 1565Mar 9 Mar 20 1565Mar 16 Mar 27 1565Mar 23 Apr 3 1565Mar 30 Apr 10 1565Apr 6 Apr 17 1565Apr 13 Apr 24 1565Apr 20 May 1 1565Apr 27 May 8 1565May 4 May 15 1565May 11 May 22 1565May 18 May 29 1565May 25 Jun 5 1565Jun 1 Jun 12 1565Jun 8 Jun 19 1565Jun 15 Jun 26 1565Jun 22 Jul 3 1565Jun 29 Jul 10 1565Jul 6 Jul 17 1565Jul 13 Jul 24 1565Jul 20 Jul 31 1565Jul 27 Aug 7 1565Aug 3 Aug 14 1565Aug 10 Aug 21 1565Aug 17 Aug 28 1565Aug 24 Sep 4 1565Aug 31 Sep 11 1565Sep 7 Sep 18 1565Sep 14 Sep 25 1565Sep 21 Oct 2 1565

2013Sep 28 Oct 9 1565Oct 26 Nov 6 1565Nov 2 Nov 13 1565Nov 9 Nov 20 1565Nov 12 Nov 23 1565Nov 16 Nov 27 1565Nov 19 Nov 30 1565Nov 23 Dec 4 1565Nov 26 Dec 7 1565Nov 30 Dec 11 1565Dec 7 Dec 18 1565Dec 10 Dec 21 1565Dec 14 Dec 25 1565Dec 17 Dec 28 1565Dec 21 Jan 1 1565Dec 24 Jan 4 1565Dec 28 Jan 8 15652014Jan 4 Jan 15 1565Jan 7 Jan 18 1565Jan 11 Jan 22 1565Jan 14 Jan 25 1565Jan 18 Jan 29 1565Jan 21 ● Feb 1 1565Jan 25 ● Feb 5 1565Feb 1 Feb 12 1565Feb 4 Feb 15 1565Feb 8 Feb 19 1565Feb 11 Feb 22 1565Feb 15 Feb 26 1565Feb 18 Mar 1 1565Feb 22 Mar 5 1565Mar 1 Mar 12 1565Mar 4 Mar 15 1565Mar 8 Mar 19 1565Mar 11 Mar 22 1565Mar 15 Mar 26 1565Mar 22 Apr 2 1565Mar 29 Apr 9 1565

* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.




Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.● These tours will be in Vietnam for Tet (Vietnamese

New Year).



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

travellers 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 & snorkelling

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)


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)


• 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.



• 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:



1 overnight cruise

(more on p.12-13)

13 meals:

9 breakfasts (B)

2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D)

An experienced &







& service charges

3 internal flights


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 Guide• All private coach transport

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


Code: VIHI 2013/14Start Finish Total Ho Chi Hanoi Cost Minh A$ pp*


2013Jan 17 Jan 26 1295Jan 21 Jan 30 1295Jan 28 Feb 6 1295Feb 4 ● Feb 13 1295Feb 7 ● Feb 16 1295Feb 11 ● Feb 20 1295Feb 14 Feb 23 1295Feb 18 Feb 27 1295Feb 25 Mar 6 1295Mar 4 Mar 13 1295Mar 7 Mar 16 1295Mar 11 Mar 20 1295Mar 18 Mar 27 1295Mar 25 Apr 3 1295Apr 1 Apr 10 1295Apr 8 Apr 17 1295Apr 15 Apr 24 1295Apr 22 May 1 1295Apr 29 May 8 1295May 6 May 15 1295May 13 May 22 1295May 20 May 29 1295May 27 Jun 5 1295Jun 3 Jun 12 1295Jun 10 Jun 19 1295Jun 17 Jun 26 1295Jun 24 Jul 3 1295Jul 1 Jul 10 1295Jul 8 Jul 17 1295Jul 15 Jul 24 1295Jul 22 Jul 31 1295Jul 29 Aug 7 1295Aug 5 Aug 14 1295Aug 12 Aug 21 1295Aug 19 Aug 28 1295Aug 26 Sep 4 1295Sep 2 Sep 11 1295Sep 9 Sep 18 1295Sep 16 Sep 25 1295Sep 23 Oct 2 1295

2013Sep 30 Oct 9 1295Oct 28 Nov 6 1295Nov 4 Nov 13 1295Nov 11 Nov 20 1295Nov 14 Nov 23 1295Nov 18 Nov 27 1295Nov 21 Nov 30 1295Nov 25 Dec 4 1295Nov 28 Dec 7 1295Dec 2 Dec 11 1295Dec 9 Dec 18 1295Dec 12 Dec 21 1295Dec 16 Dec 25 1295Dec 19 Dec 28 1295Dec 23 Jan 1 1295Dec 26 Jan 4 1295Dec 30 Jan 8 12952014Jan 6 Jan 15 1295Jan 9 Jan 18 1295Jan 13 Jan 22 1295Jan 16 Jan 25 1295Jan 20 Jan 29 1295Jan 23 ● Feb 1 1295Jan 27 ● Feb 5 1295Feb 3 Feb 12 1295Feb 6 Feb 15 1295Feb 10 Feb 19 1295Feb 13 Feb 22 1295Feb 17 Feb 26 1295Feb 20 Mar 1 1295Feb 24 Mar 5 1295Mar 3 Mar 12 1295Mar 6 Mar 15 1295Mar 10 Mar 19 1295Mar 13 Mar 22 1295Mar 17 Mar 26 1295Mar 24 Apr 2 1295Mar 31 Apr 9 1295



Included fl ights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map above as part of the tour price. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.32 for important info.


Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.● These tours will be in Vietnam for Tet (Vietnamese

New Year).



Pay early & save

up to A$95.



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26 | 27

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 un-spoilt 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 accommodation

(more on p.12-13)

10 meals:

8 breakfasts (B)

2 dinners (D)

An experienced &

professional Tour Manager


& 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 travellers. 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


How much & when

9 Days1 countrY

THAI ISLAND HOPPER WEST

PHUKET

KRABI

KOH PHI PHI

2

3

3

ANDAMAN SEA

THAILAND


Nightstops1

Pay early & save

up to A$85.


Start Finish Total Phuket Phuket Cost A$ pp*

Start Finish Total Phuket Phuket Cost A$ pp*

Visit contiki.com.au/thai-hopper-west

Code: CTTIPH 2013/14


2013Jan 12 Jan 20 879Jan 16 Jan 24 879Jan 19 Jan 27 879Jan 23 Jan 31 879Jan 26 Feb 3 879Jan 30 Feb 7 879Feb 2 Feb 10 879Feb 6 Feb 14 879Feb 9 Feb 17 879Feb 13 Feb 21 879Feb 16 Feb 24 879Feb 20 Feb 28 879Feb 23 Mar 3 879Feb 27 Mar 7 879Mar 2 Mar 10 879Mar 6 Mar 14 879Mar 9 Mar 17 879Mar 13 Mar 21 879Mar 16 Mar 24 879Mar 20 Mar 28 879Mar 23 Mar 31 879Mar 27 Apr 4 879Mar 30 Apr 7 879Apr 3 Apr 11 879Apr 6 Apr 14 879Sep 25 Oct 3 879Sep 28 Oct 6 879Oct 2 Oct 10 879Oct 5 Oct 13 879Oct 9 Oct 17 879Oct 12 Oct 20 879Oct 16 Oct 24 879Oct 19 Oct 27 879Oct 23 Oct 31 879Oct 26 Nov 3 879Oct 30 Nov 7 879Nov 2 Nov 10 879Nov 6 Nov 14 879Nov 9 Nov 17 879Nov 13 Nov 21 879Nov 16 Nov 24 879

2013Nov 20 Nov 28 879Nov 23 Dec 1 879Nov 27 Dec 5 879Nov 30 Dec 8 879Dec 4 Dec 12 879Dec 7 Dec 15 879Dec 11 Dec 19 879Dec 14 Dec 22 879Dec 18 Dec 26 879Dec 21 Dec 29 879Dec 25 Jan 2 879Dec 28 Jan 5 879

2014Jan 1 Jan 9 879Jan 4 Jan 12 879Jan 8 Jan 16 879Jan 11 Jan 19 879Jan 15 Jan 23 879Jan 18 Jan 26 879Jan 22 Jan 30 879Jan 25 Feb 2 879Jan 29 Feb 6 879Feb 1 Feb 9 879Feb 5 Feb 13 879Feb 8 Feb 16 879Feb 12 Feb 20 879Feb 15 Feb 23 879Feb 19 Feb 27 879Feb 22 Mar 2 879Feb 26 Mar 6 879Mar 1 Mar 9 879Mar 5 Mar 13 879Mar 8 Mar 16 879Mar 12 Mar 20 879Mar 15 Mar 23 879Mar 19 Mar 27 879Mar 22 Mar 30 879Mar 26 Apr 3 879Mar 29 Apr 6 879


A single room supplement is available for A$515.


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.



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What’s Included:



3 nights in bungalows

(more on p.12-13)

10 meals:

8 breakfasts (B)

2 dinners (D)

An experienced &

professional Tour Manager


& service charges

Tipping for local staff

included

3 Local Ferries

$ SAVE

28 | 29

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 travellers. 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 favourite 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)


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


NightstopsSpecial Stay night

1

1

How much & when

Pay early & save

up to A$75.


Visit contiki.com.au/thai-hopper-east

Code: CTTIKS 2013Start Finish Total Koh Koh Cost Samui Samui A$ pp*

Start Finish Total Koh Koh Cost Samui Samui A$ pp*


2013Mar 20 ● Mar 28 779Mar 30 Apr 7 779Apr 6 ■ Apr 14 779Apr 9 ■ Apr 17 779Apr 13 ■ Apr 21 779Apr 19 ● Apr 27 779Apr 23 May 1 779Apr 27 May 5 779May 4 May 12 779May 7 May 15 779May 11 May 19 779May 19 ● May 27 779May 22 May 30 779May 25 Jun 2 779Jun 1 Jun 9 779Jun 4 Jun 12 779Jun 8 Jun 16 779Jun 14 Jun 22 779Jun 17 ● Jun 25 779Jun 22 Jun 30 779Jun 25 Jul 3 779

2013Jun 29 Jul 7 779Jul 6 Jul 14 779Jul 10 Jul 18 779Jul 13 Jul 21 779Jul 18 ● Jul 26 779Jul 21 Jul 29 779Jul 24 Aug 1 779Jul 27 Aug 4 779Aug 3 Aug 11 779Aug 6 Aug 14 779Aug 10 Aug 18 779Aug 15 ● Aug 23 779Aug 18 Aug 26 779Aug 24 Sep 1 779Aug 27 Sep 4 779Aug 31 Sep 8 779Sep 3 Sep 11 779Sep 7 Sep 15 779Sep 13 ● Sep 21 779Sep 17 Sep 25 779Sep 21 Sep 29 779




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).



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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:



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





& service charges

Tipping for local staff included

3 internal flights


sightseeing

World Heritage

sites visited

$ SAVE

5

12 Days1 countrY

30 | 31

Day 1: Arrive BeijingHome to the 2008 Olympics & the political, educational & cultural centre of China…it’s bustling Beijing! Tonight meet your Tour Manager & fellow travellers 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


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 loads 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 harbour. Pick up gifts for friends & family at the Stanley Markets. Tonight toast your China experience & savour 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



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 A$195.



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Code: CTCHINA 2013/14Start Finish Total Beijing Hong Cost Kong A$ pp*

Start Finish Total Beijing Hong Cost Kong A$ pp*

2013Apr 1 Apr 12 2649Apr 15 Apr 26 2649May 13 May 24 2649May 27 Jun 7 2649Jun 10 Jun 21 2649Jun 24 Jul 5 2649Jul 8 Jul 19 2649Jul 22 Aug 2 2649Aug 5 Aug 16 2649Aug 19 Aug 30 2649Sep 2 Sep 13 2649Sep 16 Sep 27 2649Oct 14 Oct 25 2649Oct 28 Nov 8 2649Nov 11 Nov 22 2649

2014Mar 30 Apr 10 2649Apr 13 Apr 24 2649Apr 27 May 8 2649May 11 May 22 2649May 25 Jun 5 2649Jun 8 Jun 19 2649Jun 22 Jul 3 2649Jul 6 Jul 17 2649Jul 20 Jul 31 2649Aug 3 Aug 14 2649Aug 17 Aug 28 2649Aug 31 Sep 11 2649Sep 14 Sep 25 2649Sep 28 Oct 9 2649Oct 12 Oct 23 2649Oct 26 Nov 6 2649Nov 9 Nov 20 2649Nov 23 Dec 4 2649



Included fl ights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map above as part of the tour price. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.32 for important info.


Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.



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Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know:

got a question?What’s included?• Coach, train, boat, ferry transport, internal

flights & ‘on tour’ airport transfers listed in the

‘What’s included’ section on the tour pages.

• Accommodation, 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 regards 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 size Contiki’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 ultimate 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.au/tgasia or /tgchina for our

travellers guide. It’s packed full of essential info for your

holiday. 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 travelling 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

travellers cheques. 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 travellers cheques 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 traveller 5% discountEligibility for this discount is based on clients

having booked & travelled 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 traveller 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 (October, 2012),

the following immunizations are recommended for

travellers in Southeast Asia by the CDC (US Centres 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

specialises 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.au/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.au 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 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” x 20” x 10”)

& maximum weight of 20 kg (44lbs) 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 26L

capacity is suggested.

no compulsory 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 compulsory tipping - reward

only excellence!

Booking SecurityContiki has been running tours for young people since

1962 & is a member of the Australian Federation of

Travel Agents (AFTA). The members include all the

major tour operators who are financially bonded for

your security & who maintain the highest standards.

With the guarantees of these organisations, you know

your holiday & money are secure with Contiki.

Online check-inIt is strongly recommended that you check in to your

tour prior to departure at contiki.com.au/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.

Gold Seal ProtectionCoverage for Cancellation & Return Flight Security: Most tour operators are interested in their passengers

only after they reach their destination. With Contiki, however, you get a great deal even

before you leave home.

Pre-paid Cancellation Option A$99 per person: By paying A$99 per person Cancellation Option fee with

your deposit, the full amount of your deposit &/or payment to Contiki Holidays will be refunded should you

cancel your tour for any reason prior to departure from Australia. This cancellation option covers the land

arrangements made by Contiki Holidays only.

On Your Tour: Should you, or your travel companion, leave at any time during the tour for personal sickness

reasons or be required to return to Australia due to injury, sickness or death, you & your companion will be

refunded A$40 per person per day for the unused portion of the tour. (Please note that in some cases hotels

require a one night cancellation fee). A Doctor’s certificate is required.

The Cancellation Option Fee is not refundable for any reason.

Return Flight Security: If you or a member of your direct family in Australia should fall sick* while you are

on your Contiki tour, we will take care of the additional cost of tickets for your earlier or later return home in

the same class of air travel on the first available flight, provided you hold round-trip airline tickets on Contiki’s

recommended airline(s) booked through Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd from Australia.

* Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must be supplied.

Travel Insurance Cancellation, unexpected medical expenses, injuries, theft, lost luggage or money can significantly disrupt your

holiday. 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 travelling then please ensure your policy

covers such. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities.

Photography credits Photo 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.

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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 HOLIDAY RESERVATIONOn receipt of your deposit, subject to availability & at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract is only made between you & us upon your booking being confirmed & accepted by us & our confirmation thereof to either you or your travel agent.

2. PRICE GUARANTEEPrices in this brochure are based on costs & exchange rates as at 20th August 2012. Should these costs change, it may be necessary to make a surcharge on the price of your holiday. Should the total tour price increase by more than 10% you will have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification without penalty. No surcharge in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once payment of the deposit for your land tour has been received. This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges & does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced.

3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your booking in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control.3.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we will give you reasonable notice thereof, in the circumstances, & where available, offer you a comparable alternative.3.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another Contiki holiday without payment of any transfer fee.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 & 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. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (October, 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 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing tours & transportation to give you good value for money.4.3 Contiki will guarantee to match you up with someone of the same sex when booked in a share room configuration.4.4 Contiki constantly strives to improve tour itineraries & features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries & to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our changes or cancellations.

5. LIABILITY5.1 Your travel agent or Contiki Specialist shall, on the receipt of any monies, hold such monies for you until the booking is confirmed at which time those monies shall be remitted promptly by your travel agent or Contiki Specialist to us. All such monies received by us will be deposited as required by law. 5.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any interest earned on such monies.5.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travel agent or otherwise, whether in respect of the deposit or full payment, may be disbursed by us as & when we see fit, in respect of the services to be provided &/or fees payable under the tour program. The payment of a deposit or any other monies in respect of your tour shall be deemed to be an authorisation for disbursement thereof as aforesaid.

YOur Responsibilities1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of A$200, per person per tour, or the full amount payable if the booking is made within 45 days of your departure from Australia, must be submitted to Contiki by you in respect of that holiday. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first instalment of the holiday price by Contiki only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent.1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non refundable deposit of A$200 per person per tour which must be within 7 days of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled.1.3 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will it assume any responsibility or liability if clients’ special meal requirements are not fulfilled.

2. PAYING THE BALANCE2.1 The balance of the holiday must be paid no later than 45 days prior to your departure date from Australia which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki. When making multi-tour bookings, full payment is due no later than 45 days prior to your departure date from Australia.2.2 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you have cancelled & cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki.

2.3 Tickets & other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by us. The documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure from Australia.2.4 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure date from Australia, the full cost of the holiday will be payable immediately on booking & we reserve the right to provide all travel documents at the holiday departure point. 2.5 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking & apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods.

3. IF YOU CANCEL3.1 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to Contiki.3.2 If you cancel more than 45 days before departure, your A$200 deposit will not be refunded, nor can it be credited to any other booking.3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to cover the estimate of cost & expenses incurred by us in the terms of the schedule set out hereunder. This is expressed as a percentage of the holiday price & is calculated as follows:

PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEEOver 45 days notice: ..................................Deposit is forfeited45-22 days: ............................................... 27.5% of tour fare21-8 days: .................................................... 33% of tour fare7-1 days: ...................................................... 75% of tour fareDay of departure: ........................................ 100% of tour fareWhere the percentage cancellation fee is less than the tour deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of deposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within the terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold, then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your insurance policy, be refunded to you by the insurance company.3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to & after your tour booking, such as pre & post accommodation & 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 GOLD SEAL PROTECTION3.6.1 By paying a non-refundable A$99 per person Cancellation Option fee with your deposit, the full amount of your deposit &/or payment to Contiki Holidays will be refunded should you cancel your tour for any reason prior to departure from Australia. This cancellation option covers the land arrangements made by Contiki Holidays only.3.6.2 On Your Tour: Should you, or your travel companion*, booked under the same booking number leave at any time during the tour for personal sickness reasons or be required to return to Australia due to injury, sickness or death, you & your companion will be refunded A$40 per person per day for the unused portion of the tour. (Please note that in some cases hotels require a one night cancellation fee). A Doctor’s certificate is required. * Travel companion must be booked under the same booking

number and only one companion can be nominated.3.6.3 Return Flight Security: If you or a member of your direct family in Australia should fall sick* while you are on your Contiki tour, we will take care of the additional cost of tickets for your earlier or later return home in the same class of air travel on the first available flight, provided you hold round-trip airline tickets on Contiki’s recommended airline(s) booked through Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd from Australia.* Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must

be supplied.

4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed & more than 45 days prior to tour departure, you wish to change to an alternate departure date or you wish to change to a different Contiki Tour within this brochure, you may do so subject to availability & provided the new tour or date alteration is also in this brochure.4.2 A fee of A$35 per person, will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed unless the change increases the value of the booking. A change of tour date, tour itinerary booking within 45 days of tour departure will be treated as a cancellation, & normal cancellation fees will apply except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater value in which case a A$35 per person amendment fee will be charged.

5. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops, etc. are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may vary in style.5.2 Legislation in various states in Australia has highlighted the issue of Age Discrimination. In terms of style & content, all of Contiki’s worldwide holidays are specifically designed for a particular age group. This fact should be recognised when you book one of our holidays.5.3 Contiki strives to provide a safe, enjoyable & memorable travel experience for all passengers. Contiki welcomes passengers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following:• Passengers are required to advise Contiki, in advance, of

any physical, medical or other special needs that require accommodation.

• All guests must ensure they are medically & 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 uneven pavement, steps & locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. During the tour, Contiki may make arrangements with carriers, hotels & 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 Australia. Contiki cannot guarantee disability access or accommodations for passengers travelling on international tours.

• Contiki may, at its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger or remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with Contiki’s terms & 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 booking conditions.

5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements & costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the holiday.5.5 There may be times when the Contiki representative has to make a decision in your best interests or the best interests of their group. You agree to comply with the authority & decisions of the appointed Contiki Representative & the laws of the country in which you are travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment & well being of other members on the holiday or smooth operation of the holiday itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the holiday. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travellers & any Contiki Representative has the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour by you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously & may result in the immediate termination of your holiday. In either event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation & related costs & have no claims against us.5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodation. You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff &/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 organisations 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 holiday 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 whilst on tour (including accommodation, 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 & films of you while you are on holiday & that these may be used in our brochures &/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs &/or films.5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the holiday, you should inform the Contiki Tour Manager or Contiki Representative during the course of the holiday & if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavours to do so during the holiday, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the holiday but within 42 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. Any claims made after the 42 day period will not be considered by Contiki. If you choose to write to Contiki via the Internet, please provide your home address so that we are able to reply to you in writing.5.10 The contract & all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to Australian Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing.5.10.1 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 & enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected.5.10.2 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. INSURANCEIt is compulsory 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 holiday. 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 holiday.

7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISMIn the event of your withdrawal from a holiday 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 HOLIDAY PRICEAirfares to & from your holiday destination, airport taxes, passport & visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, personal expense money, medical fees, sightseeing, visits & entrance fees, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Tour Managers & Tour Drivers, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, optional excursions & anything else not listed in the ‘what’s included’ section of the itinerary pages within this brochure.

9. WEATHER CONDITIONSUnder no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any holiday 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 & Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorised officer or director of Contiki. 1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating company. At any time & 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 & 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 aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers & other service providers are subject to the terms & conditions & limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, & other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay & loss or damage to baggage. Whilst we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such third-parties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for disabled clients (see also 5.3 under Holiday 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 holiday from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser.1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.

2. VALIDITYThe programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from January 2013 to November 2014.

3. 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 October 2012 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market.Please see contiki.com.au for complete & up to date terms & conditions.

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Contiki’s R:evolve Leaders & MAR Leaders, Mexico

Contiki: This year you travelled 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 travellers 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 travellers, we have incredible opportunities to give back

to the places we visit.

Follow Céline on twitter @celinecousteau and at celinecousteau.com

365 days is the time it takes our precious planet to revolve around the sun. And the time in which Contiki iiss cccooommmmmiittttteeedd ttoo ddeeelliiivvveerriinngg rreeeaall cchhaannggee tthhrroouugghh oouurr ssuuussttaaiinnaabbiillliittyy eeefffffoorrttss..

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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 travellers.

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.au/contikicares

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THE ORIGINALSINCE1962

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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 travellers

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 travellers 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’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 3 million hectares 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 bre means we save approx. 67,000 trees per year* & less waste being deposited into landfi lls.

• The paper mill uses a chlorine free fi bre 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 bres means that the mill uses approx one fi fth of the energy that would be required to produce paper from primary fi bres.

• 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.

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.au/contikicares/you

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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 Holidays 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 1300CONTIKI or visit your travel agent

• The first step is to confirm that there’s availability on the tour you’ve chosen. At the

same time, you can book your hotel accommodation before and/or after your tour.

• At the time of booking, you must pay a non-refundable deposit of A$200 per person

per tour which must be sent to Contiki within 7 days. This payment is in addition to any

deposit required by your travel agent.

• Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send confirmation of the details of

the booking.

• You must pay the balance of your holiday fare no less than 45 days prior to your

departure date from Australia, or at the time of booking if less than 45 days prior to

your departure date from Australia.

• We will then send your travel vouchers and detailed information about your holiday.

The documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure date

from Australia.

IMPORTANT: By paying the A$200 deposit per person per tour, 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.

Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd

1300 CONTIKI (1300 266 845)

www.contiki.com.au

[email protected]

35 Grafton Street

Bondi Junction NSW 2022

Licence number 2TA00 1868

ABN - 18 002 525 340 IATA - 023 06496

Travel Agent Reservations

Sydney metro - 02 9511 2222

Other areas - 1300 301 835

Fax - 02 9511 2210

www.contiki.com.au/agents

[email protected]

How to book

Groups & special interest tours

Whether you’re looking to organise a group tour to Europe, North America, Central

America, Latin America, Asia, Australia or New Zealand then please have a look at the huge

range of tours in our brochures. It is more than likely that at least one of our trips will fit

perfectly. As long as you are all 18-35, any date can be reserved exclusively for your group

at special reduced rates - perhaps even a free trip for you. If you’re looking for something

completely different for your school, university or club then just ask us at groups@contiki.

com.au - we’ve been designing and running outstanding special tours for years.

Contiki loves the planet

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 Australia.

Contiki provides you with holidays & experiences of a lifetime.

contiki aroundthe world

1st Edition

LATIN AMERICA Peru, Argentina & Brazil,

Ecuador & Galapagos Islands, Mexico & Costa Rica

USA & CANADAIncluding Hawaii Stopovers

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND Inc. Diving, sailing

& ski options

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