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Australia &New Zealand2009/11Plus Hawaii & Fiji stopovers

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Australia, New Zealandand Contiki

Ever thoughtthere must bemore to life?

There is.Think of 5 words:

Adventure and passion – that’s the Contikispirit. It’s what we stand for… and aftertraveling with us, you will too!

We’ve been a familyowned business since1962. Contiki has ledthe way since day one,helping generations oftravelers discover theworld.

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

Australia and New Zealand because they're packedwith things to see, do and love. Contiki, becausewe're the people to help you see the world. Meet people who are your age, on your wavelength, and share fantastic times traveling.There's no better way to go!

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You know the feeling when you’ve done something so incredible, you have to do it again? That’s Contiki. That’s why people come from all over the globe to explore Australia & New Zealand with us.

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Like the idea of traveling with your own personal travel guru? Our crew istrained to help you get the most fromyour vacation, from visiting the sights, to finding and doing things ‘off theitinerary’. Tap into their local know ledgeand get the help and advice you need.Trust us, they’ve made it throughtraining ‘boot camp’ and knowtheir stuff.

We’ve done some hard bargainingacross Australia and New Zealand soyou get the best deals. You’ve probablyalready noticed that what others call‘extras’ – to us, are all included as partof the package. You know exactly whatyou’re getting so you can plan to a tee(more on page 13). Other bonusesincluding modern coaches with power charging units, plus loads ofincluded sightseeing.

Truth is, travel can be hard work. Likewhen it’s late and you’re lugging yourbackpack in the rain, up a crowdedstreet, in a new city, looking for streetsigns while juggling a map. That’s notfun and it won’t happen with Contiki! Wetake the hard work out of your trip, soyou can chalk up some seriously goodtimes - everything a vacation should be.

No younger. No older. Just everyone inbetween. Travel with us and you’ll meetpeople your age and build your globalnetwork. See, smell, taste and liveAustralia and New Zealand whilesharing some incredible times together.Are you ready?

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We hear you. We know you want yourown time to check things out, explorethe back streets or chill out. Our tripshave flexibility & free time every day.There’s ‘Explore More’ optional activities(pages 8-9) that let you pick and mix.Whether you’re into culture, adventuresports, music or food, we’re confidentyou’ll find something you can’t refuse.

After 47 years in the business, we havebuilt up quite a reputation. We’re amember of Tour Operator Associationsworldwide and we’re recognized globallyfor our reliability and quality. Thecompany has grown and evolved, butthat essential Contiki spirit is as strongas ever.

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There’s a lot to cover in these fantasticcountries! We’ve created a way to showyou the best by making our tours into‘modules’. This means there are manyflexible options to see exactly what youwant, in your timeframe. Choose totravel an entire country with our AussieExplorer and Grand Explorer, or if you’re short on time, choose anynumber of tour combinations (modules)from 3-28 days.

Find your wayaround//////////////////2-3 Australia, New Zealand & Contiki4-5 Why Contiki?6-7 Included highlights & sightseeing8-9 Explore More & optional activities10 Contiki crew11 What kind of vacation?12 About contiki.com

Traveling responsibly13 Real value. Cool deals.14-15 Short breaks & stopover ideas

Want to stay longer? Want an unbeatable air deal?

Australia tours Days16-17 This is Australia18-19 Aussie Explorer 28 20-21 Contrast Reef & Rock 1722 Ocean to Outback 1723 Bridge to Reef 1324-25 Reefs & Rainforests 2026-27 Beaches & Reefs 1828-29 Cairns Sunshine Trail 1530-31 Coast & Whitsundays 1432-33 Island & Rainforest 1234 Magical Tropics 1035 Rainforest Adventure 736 City to Surf 837 Sydney Explorer & 3/4

New Years packages38-39 Diving packages 6/5

Whitsundays Sailing 340-41 Territory & Outback 1442 Alice & Kakadu 943 Alice & Uluru 8

New Zealand tours Days44-45 This is New Zealand46-47 Grand Explorer 16/1848-49 Grand Adventurer 14/1650-51 Scenic Southern 11/1252-53 Northern Highlights 9/1154 Bay of Islands 555 Sun & Steam 856 Auckland Explorer 357 Ski New Zealand 11

58 Got a question?59 The fine print60 How to book

Why Contiki?

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

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

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HIGHLIGHTSOn each tour page of

the brochure, we’ve listed included sightseeing

within the itinerary section. It’s clearly marked in a

different color – see the example here for how it looks.

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

Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge Champagne & sunset at UluruSnorkel or dive the Great Barrier Reef4WD Fraser Island’s beaches

Sail the WhitsundayIslandsRide a cablecar over the rainforestHot air balloon at dawnGuided rainforest eco-hike

Aboriginal cultural experienceLearn to surf Scenic flight over KakaduCamel ride in the outbackCruise Nitmiluk (Katherine) GorgeRide a Harley in the Red CenterTrip to white sand Whitehaven BeachZorbing in RotoruaLord of the Rings locations tourRiver boogie boarding

Heli-hike Fox GlacierWine trail in MartinboroughMaori Hangi feast & concert

Canyon swing inQueenstownSwim with the dolphins

Ski & board in the Southern AlpsParty cruise on Lake TaupoFastboat the ‘Hole in the Rock’

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

Whitewater rafting on Tully River

Snorkeling the Reef

Camel ride

Want to explore more?Sure there are tons of activities already included, but there's also plenty of ‘Free Time’ to create yourown adventure ‘off the itinerary’.Explore in more detail something you might have already seen, or chill out, relax and see where the back streets take you.Try one of our many Explore More‘Optional Activities’ that help turn a great trip into an unforgettable one.Each activity has been handpickedbased on past traveler feedback andwe’ve negotiated great rates for you.

Explore MoreFree Time Optionals

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Zorb ballScenic helicopter flight

Bungee jumping

Skiing and snowboarding

Jetboating

Surf lessons

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“My brain is packed with travel

knowledge, insider tips and great

ideas you need, so you can make

the most of your time”.

“Sure it’s a tour, but I like to

keep it flexible and move things

around to suit the group and the

day. I’m here to make your trip

the best it can be, and am always

listening and ready to help.”

“Like to get a handle onthe lingo? I’ll give you afew key words and phrasesyou need to mix in withthe locals. Then it’s overto you to give it a try.”

They have made it through training ‘bootcamp’, and couldn’t be more qualified. They love what they do - all adding up to an even better vacation for you!

“I look friendly, sound

friendly and even wake up

friendly. Not bad, eh? I’m

also around your age and I’ve

got a pretty good idea of the

kind of fun you’re after.”

“TM’s come from round thecountry - nobody knows itbetter than a local.”

“The other half of our dynamic

duo - nobody knows the roads

like our Drivers do. They handle

all the driving stress while

getting you where you want, near

door to door, without having to

lug your bags around.”

“I always keep an eagle eye onthings to help make your tripas hassle-free as possible.”

“I live, eat and

breathe travel.

Careful, it’s

catching!”

“Traveling with me is

all about you having fun.

I’ll focus on keeping things

organized and running

smoothly, so you can enjoy

your vacation.”

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For more go to contiki.com/crew

Meeting peopleyour age from around the world

Tour Managers full of local knowledge

Having interesting,unique places to stay

Adrenaline pumping & action packed

Meeting one-of-a-kind local characters

A comfortable hotel after a full day’s sightseeing

Dive & snorkel a‘Wonder of theWorld’

Learn all about indigenous culture

Carving the ski slopes

Hassle-free, neardoor-to-door transport

Plenty ofmeals included

Chilling out in the wide, open spaces of the outback

Staying closeto the city action

Having plenty of free time to yourself

An affordable one

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

We have great itinerariesthat show you the best ofAustralia & New Zealand.Our Australia tours coverthe East Coast (Sydney toCairns) plus the NorthernTerritory Top End and RedCenter on pages 16-43. New Zealand tours are onpages 44-57.

Contiki crew & What kind of vacationare you after?

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Bags packed & ready to go? Or starting tothink about a trip?Wherever you’re at with your travel plans,joining the online Contiki community will help. Connect withtravelers who want toget out there and livethe dream!You’ll find advice and comments frompast Contiki travelers to answer thoselittle questions (and the big ones!)There’s a good amount of pre-tripmeeting going on, so you can find tripmates before you leave home.

When you hit the roadwith us, you knowyou’re about to beginthe trip of a lifetime!

Plus, you’ll feel even better knowing that traveling by coach emits lesscarbon emissions and other harmfulgreenhouse gases per passenger thanmost other forms of transport includingcars, trains and planes! International airtravel is key to getting you on the roadto your world adventure and mostairlines have options for you to carbonoffset. Coach is by far the most carbonefficient way to travel around.

Contiki’s coach fleet is one of the bestaround and we regularly update it sothat our engines remain fuel efficientand environmentally friendly.

For the full story go tocontiki.com/responsibletravel.

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What else canyou find at contiki.com?• Contiki photos & videos• Cool contests• The latest deals• More detailed itineraries,prices & Explore More activity options• Plus there’s Contikipedia…our very own wiki full of answers to Contiki questionswritten by our tour managersand past travelers• Sign up for our enewsletterto receive the latest exclusives

We’re also founding partners of The Leading Travel CompaniesConservation Foundation. US$1 million is awarded annually to projects that protect theenvironment, help underprivilegedcommunities and supportsustainable tourism. In 2008, theFoundation helped protect threemillion hectares of Atlantic Forest inBrazil, supported indigenoussustainable tourism and fundedwildlife research centers in Africa.The foundation worked to preservethe important monuments andarchaeological sites throughoutEurope, like the sinking city ofVenice. For more on theFoundation’s work seetltc.com/foundation

For more got to contiki.com

Realvalue.Cooldeals. Real value.Cooldeals. We’ve done the math ondoing a tour versus travelingon your own to three keydestinations. And the resultsare in! Check the deals to find ways to cut yourvacation costs even more.

Auckland Sydney Gold CoastNew Zealand Australia Australia

Breakfast

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1 Night’s Budget Accommodation (price of budget hotel twinshare/room only)

Day Travel Pass

Dinner(2 courses and a glass of wine, beer or soft drink)

Transport

NZ$15.50Fully cooked breakfast atStone Oven

NZ$35.00Explorer Bus Pass (not including entry to attractions)

NZ$80.00at the Mercure AucklandHotel

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NZ$42.00at Wildfire Restaurant

NZ$54.00Based on Flexipass bus pass(30 hour pass averaging 5hours/day on travel days)

A$18.50Scrambled eggs, toast, coffee & juice at Adria café

A$62.00AAT Kings Sydney morningcity sights & Bondi tour

A$55.00at Base Backpackers Sydney (double room with ensuite)

A$16.00Cityrail bus/train/ferry travel day pass

A$30.00at Una’s Restaurant

A$17.80Based on Greyhound Pass(Sydney-Cairns valid 45days, traveling for 20 days)

A$18.00Fully cooked breakfast, coffee & juice at Pancakesin Paradise

A$35.00Adventure Duck land + water city sightseeing tour ofthe canals

A$40.00at Sleeping Inn (twin sharewith ensuite)

A$18.00Multi zone day travel pass

A$28.00at George’s Paragon Seafood Restaurant

A$17.80Based on Greyhound Pass(Sydney-Cairns valid 45days, traveling for 20 days)

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Total cost of your day in US$’s when doing

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US$132/dayConverted to US$

US$145/dayConverted to US$

US$114/day

Contiki’s AUS & NZ from US$79/day

79$

For more go to contiki.com/deals

*Prices & exchange rates validated at April 14th, 2009 at the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice.Sightseeing cost comparison is based on similar activities of what’s included in a Contiki tour price. Contiki’s per day pricingis based on a Bay of Islands tour daily cost.

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Early Payment DiscountsSave up to US$329 off the cost of your tour whenyou book and pay in full, 6 or 12 months beforedeparting. Check the tour page for savings on thetrip of your choice.

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

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

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

PERFECT 10 save 10%Round up a group of ten friends booking on the same tour at the same time and the 11thperson travels free. Or everyone in your group gets10% off. Whatever way you like it!

All discounts apply to the land tour price only. More 4, Savings 7 and Perfect 10 can be combined on tours of 5 days or more (with theexception of dive packages).

Reverse ToursSave up to US$90 when you take a Contiki AUS orNZ tour in reverse from the brochured itinerary.Reverse itineraries start from the northern cities ofDarwin, Cairns and The Whitsundays. Or in New Zealand, from Christchurch. Itinerariesthat can be done in reverse are marked on therelevant tour pages.

Price GuaranteeAs soon as we receive your deposit, your tourprice is guaranteed and only government actioncan change it. That’s even more reason to book &pay early! See page 59 for details.

US$20 MillionCustomer ProtectionAs part of Contiki’s commitment to providing ourcustomers with peace of mind and a secure travelexperience, we have provided First HorizonsMerchant services (our credit card processor), witha letter of credit of over US$20million to underwriteall credit card transactions that are placed withContiki. Advance bookings with either Visa orMastercard are covered by this commitment.

Single TravelerSavingsWhen traveling alone, you may not want to incurthe expense of a single room supplement, so whynot share with fellow passengers of the same sexon a “quad room” basis (non-smoking only). It isan enjoyable way to travel, make new friends andstretch your vacation budget further.

Want to stay longer?

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

City short breaks andstopover packages

Look up the start city of your tour below for departure point information about where your tour starts and how to get there. There are also details on how to extend your vacationand stay longer either before or after your tour (marked below as PRE & POST). Take advantage of our specially negotiated ‘Stay Longer’ hotel rates listed below, which can bearranged through Contiki or your travel agent when you book your tour. For the most up-to-date details go to contiki.com/staylonger and contiki.com/departurepoints.

AUSTRALIAAlice SpringsAll Seasons Oasis, 10 Gap Road, Alice Springs:Nestled in the foothills of the MacDonnellRanges, this hotel’s features include a tenniscourt, swimming pool and heated spa. Roomsare air-conditioned and have TV, direct dialtelephone and tea/coffee making facilities.Getting there: The All Seasons Oasis is 12 km (7 miles) from Alice Springs Airport. The AirportShuttle Service meets all incoming flights andwill drop off at the hotel on request (approxA$15). A taxi to the hotel costs approx A$25.Alice Springs Departures:Start at 9.00am: Territory & Outback, Alice &Uluru (AEAD version), Alice & Kakadu.Start at 2.00pm: Alice & Uluru (AEDA version).Stay longer rates:Quad: US$29 Twin US$45 Single US$80

CairnsCairns Colonial Club Resort, 18-26 Cannon St.,Manunda: Situated within 10 acres of tropicallandscaped gardens, the resort is only 6kms fromthe center of Cairns. Features include 3 lagoonswimming pools, a tennis court, fitness center, 2restaurants, 2 bars and a free bus service into town.Getting there: The Cairns Colonial Club Resort is6 km (4 miles) from Cairns International Airport.The Colonial Club free shuttle meets most flightsand is generally found adjacent to the baggageclaim area. A taxi to the hotel is approx A$15.Cairns Departures:Start at 7.30am: Reefs & Rainforests, Island &Rainforest, Rainforest Adventure.Start at 12.00 noon: Beaches & Reefs, CairnsSunshine Trail, Magical Tropics.Stay longer rates:Quad: US$25 Twin US$49 Single US$95

DarwinQuality Frontier Darwin, 3 Buffalo Court, Darwin:Conveniently located, the Frontier Darwin’s roomsare all air-conditioned with TV’s and in-housemovies. The hotel has a large swimming pool,restaurants, public bar and beer garden.Getting there: The Quality Frontier Darwin is 6km (4 miles) from Darwin International Airport.Darwin Airport Shuttle Service meets all incomingflights and will drop off at the hotel on request(approx A$11). A taxi fare is approx A$25.Darwin Departures:Start at 7.30am: Territory & Outback, Alice &Kakadu, Aussie Explorer.Stay longer rates:Quad: US$35 Twin US$50 Single US$105

Surfers ParadiseAustralis Sovereign Hotel, 138 Ferny Avenue,Surfers Paradise: Located a 10 minute walk from

the action of central Surfers, the hotel features alagoon style pool with beach area, heated spaand sauna, restaurant and bar.Getting there: There are two airports servicingSurfers Paradise. Gold Coast airport is approx22 km (14 miles) or 30 minutes drive south, andtransfer shuttles cost approx A$18 one way.Brisbane airport is approx 90 km (56 miles) orone and a half hours north, and transfer shuttlescost approx A$39 one way. There is also anairport train to the Gold Coast, costing A$26.Alight at Nerang Station then it’s a 12 km taxiride into Surfers Paradise.Surfers Paradise Departures:Start at 5.00pm: Cairns Sunshine Trail.

SydneyThe Chifley Potts Point, Corner Victoria Streetand Darlinghurst Road, Potts Point: Ideallypositioned in the heart of Potts Point and KingsCross entertainment precincts with the SydneyCBD close by, the Chifley features a restaurantand bar. Rooms are air-conditioned, with ensuitebathrooms, tea & coffee making facilities, colorTV and mini bar.Getting there: The Chifley Potts Point is 16 km(10 miles) from Sydney International Airport.Shuttle buses meet all incoming flights and willdrop off at the hotel on request (from approxA$13). Also available is the airport link rail servicewhich travels to Sydney Central Station thenchange trains for Kings Cross Station - locateddirectly under the hotel (approx A$14.80). Thetaxi fare from the airport terminals to ChifleyPotts Point is approx A$35.Sydney Departures:Start at 7.00am: Reefs & Rainforests, Beaches &Reefs, Coast & Whitsundays, City to Surf,Contrast Reef & Rock, Aussie Explorer.Start at 5.00pm (check in from 3.00pm): Ocean toOutback, Bridge to Reef, Sydney New Years Eve.Check in from 3.00pm: Sydney Explorer.Stay longer rates:Triple: US$45 Twin US$49 Single US$99

WhitsundaysIsland Versions:Getting there: Our hotel is Daydream IslandResort. From Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) onHamilton Island, Cruise Whitsundays andFantasea Cruises meet flights for a 30 minutecatamaran cruise to Daydream Island, departingfrom the jetty located directly at the airport. Thecost of this transfer is not included in the tourprice but may be ticketed in conjunction withflights (approx cost A$55). From WhitsundayCoast Airport (PPP) at Proserpine, CruiseWhitsundays offer a streamlined transfer with acoach connection directly from the airport to AbelPoint Marina in Airlie Beach, where a connectingferry transfers guests to Daydream Island, approxA$55. Alternatively, Whitsunday Transit Coachesmeet all flights for a transfer to Shute Harbour

(approx A$15) where Fantasea Cruises provide aregular service to Daydream Island, approx A$29.Start at 5.00pm at Daydream Island: Coast &Whitsundays, Island & Rainforests, MagicalTropics (Island stay versions).Two night sailing versions:Getting there: Check in is at the Pro Sail office,shop 1, 4 The Esplanade, Airlie Beach. FromGreat Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) on HamiltonIsland, Cruise Whitsundays meet flights for a 30minute catamaran cruise to Abel Point Marina,Airlie Beach, departing from the jetty locateddirectly at the airport. The cost of this transfer isnot included in the tour price but may beticketed in conjunction with flights (approx costA$55). From Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) atProserpine, Whitsunday Transit Coaches meet allflights for a transfer to Airlie Beach (approxA$15). Clients should call Pro Sail on 1800 810116 or 07 4946 7533 if there are any problems.Check in by 3pm at Airlie Beach: Coast &Whitsundays, Island & Rainforests, MagicalTropics (Sailing versions).

NEW ZEALANDAucklandMercure Hotel Auckland, 8 Customs Street,Auckland: Situated in the center of the city,within a short walking distance of the centralshopping and tourist areas. Facilities include abrasserie-style restaurant and bar.Getting there: The Mercure Hotel Auckland is22km (14 miles) from Auckland International Airport.The cheapest form of transport to and fromAuckland Airport is the Airbus situated just outsidethe terminal building (approx NZ$15 pp plus 20%discount with Contiki travelers guide book). Othersources of available transport are shuttle vans(approx NZ$25 pp) or taxis (approx NZ$70).Auckland Departures:Start at 12 noon: Grand Explorer, GrandAdventurer, Bay of Islands, Sun & Steam,Northern Highlights.Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast):Twin US$55 Single US$105

ChristchurchBealey’s Hotel, 263 Bealey Ave, Edgeware,Chistchurch: Located 20 min. walk from the centerof Christchurch. An excellent base to make themost of the city sights, shopping facilities andnightlife. Amenities include a restaurant & bar.Getting there: Bealey’s Hotel is 10km (6 miles)from Christchurch International Airport. Thecheapest form of transport from the airport isshuttle van (approx NZ$15 pp) or you can get ataxi (approx NZ$35).Christchurch Departures:Start at 8.00am: Grand Explorer, GrandAdventurer, Scenic Southern.Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast):Quad US$35 Twin US$40 Single US$75

QueenstownQueenstown Lodge, Sainsbury Road, FernhillQueenstown: The perfect place to explore thearea with a great social atmosphere.Getting there: Queenstown Lodge is 8km (5 miles) from Queenstown International Airport.The cheapest transport to Queenstown lodge isthe Connecta Bus (approx NZ$6) or shuttle bus(approx NZ$20) or by taxi (approx NZ$30). Allaccessable outside airport doors.Queenstown Departures:Start at 10.30am: Grand Explorer (14 dayoption), Grand Adventurer (12 day option).Tours start at the Queenstown Airport where theContiki coach will pick up clients (no formal check-in desk, clients should wait near the front door andwill easily see the coach arriving (it’s a very smallairport). The cheapest transport from town to theairport is the Shopper Bus (approx NZ$6 pp)Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast):Twin US$40 Single US$70

WellingtonAbel Tasman Hotel, 169 Willis Street,Wellington: Well located in the main shoppingand business area and short walking distance tothe waterfront and museums.Getting there: The Abel Tasman Hotel is 10km (6 miles) from Wellington International Airport.The cheapest form of transport from the airportis the orange Wellington Link bus situated justoutside the terminal and to the right (approxNZ$5 pp). Get off at Courtney Place. Other formsof transport are shuttle vans (approx NZ$20 pp)or taxis (approx NZ$30).Wellington Departures:Start at 7.30am: Scenic Southern (8 day option),Northern Highlights (6 day option).Stay longer rates (inc. breakfast):Twin US$45 Single US$79

• Rates are per person per night including private facilities.

• Rooms are available in Australia for amaximum of 2 consecutive nights inSydney & Cairns, and on request in allother properties. In NZ, rooms areavailable for one night only. Extra nightswill be on request.

• Full payment is required 45 days beforearrival. Cancellation within 14 days ofarrival date incurs 100% cancellation fee.Any amendments incur a charge of US$30.

• Rates only apply to Contiki clientsbooking extra accommodation directlybefore and/or after their tour.

• If two people are sharing a room -booking must be made at the same time.

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Hawaii2 and 4 night packages in Honolulu from US$135

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

Fiji Islands5 days – 2 islands from US$439

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

Package Highlights

• An endless list of watersports like kayaking & snorkeling

• Great party nights • Swimming with the Mantarays (seasonal)• Diving – introductory and certified

courses available (Mantaray Resort only)• A visit to traditional Fijian villages

Before & after

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

See below for pre and postaccommodation pricing.

2 islands package

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

Valid 7/1/09-3/31/11 Dorm Twin SingleFIJI10 US$439 US$519 US$695

Fiji Mercure Hotel (pre and post accommodation)

Prices are per person room only

Valid 7/1/09-3/31/11 Twin SingleFIJME US$55 US$95

Package Highlights

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

• Palm-fringed blue lagoons & waterfalls

• Contiki concierge service

2 & 4 night package

Valid 4/1/09-12/21/09 (code HI3A 2 nts/H15A 4 nts) Twin-2nts Single-2nts Twin-4nts Single-4ntsUS$135 US$270 US$270 US$540

Extra Night US$68 US$135 US$68 US$135







Fiji & Hawaii conditions: Stopovers only available in conjunction with a Contiki tour booking. There is no Contiki Tour Manager included on any stopover packages. For twin share accommodation, both persons must book at the same time, using the same bookingreference number. Prices include appropriate taxes & service charges.

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

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

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

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

Best pricesWe guarantee to offer you the best airfare available to us on the day youbook. We have great prices from someof the world’s top airlines.

Lots of choiceWe work with a range of major airlinepartners, meaning we can offer you thebest airfares and flight departure times to suit you.

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Sleep in amazing places like...

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

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Sailing The Whitsundays

Sip champagne watching the sunset at spectacular Uluru.Get a taste of life on a working cattle station.

Snorkel or dive one of the world’s 7 natural

wonders – the Great Barrier Reef.

Have a ‘tinny’ (can of beer) and a ‘yarn’

(conversation) with your new ‘mates’ (friends).

Get your adrenaline pumping with skydiving, bungee jumping and whitewater rafting.Get up close to nature in the Kakadu wetlands.

Walk through the Daintree, the oldest rainforest

on earth. Feel the warm sand between your

toes on one of countless stunning beaches.

4WD your heart out across the sand dunes

on Fraser Island.

Learn the ‘ropes’ sailing around The Whitsunday Islands. Make friends with the locals (i.e. koalas and kangaroos)

Beach culture comes to life when you learn to surf.

Ride a camel in the open outback.

That’s only t he beginning...

with Contiki from US$79 per day

Domestic Flights areincluded! (as marked on the map)

Your Choice - Take the reverse tourstarting in Darwin andsave up to US$80.

28 DaysAussieExplorercombining the East Coast & Northern Territory

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You’ll have plenty of free time to explore and do your own

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PORT STEPHENS: Dolphin watching

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• 25 nights twin-share accommodation:18 nights in hotels & resorts, twonights in a lodge, two nights in aneco-lodge, one night in a surf schoolvillage, one night in a countryhomestead & one night on anoutback bush camp in a comfyAussie ‘swag’. Sailing option:substitute two nights in resort withtwo nights on a yacht (see page 39)Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single share also available.Outback bush camp & yacht quad/multi-share only

• 19 breakfasts (B) & nine dinners (D)Sailing option: 19 breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & 10 dinners (D)

• A dedicated crew with an experienced& professional Tour Manager & Driver

• Transport in a modern, air-conditionedcoach with power outlets for charging

• Flight from Cairns to Alice Springs(reverse for EXDS)

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities• Local taxes & service charges• More info at contiki.com/

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

Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Sydney, Australia.Day 3: Arrive SydneyCheck into the Chifley Potts Point Hotel &spend the rest of the free day exploringSydney. HotelDay 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (Port Stephens)Meet up with your Contiki crew, check outSydney’s icons, & head north to Port Stephens& pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruise withthe dolphins or try sandboarding. Resort (D)Sydney city tourSee the Opera House & Harbour BridgeVisit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for apanoramic view of Sydney HarbourDay 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs HarbourContinue up Australia’s famous ‘holidaycoast’ to the beautiful beaches of CoffsHarbour where our Surf Camp & School hascabins located right on the beach. We’llteach you how to surf on the best localwaves. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 6: Coffs Harbour to Surfers ParadiseWander through the relaxed coastal town ofByron Bay with its organic lifestyle & artsyshops. Later, encounter native Aussie animalsat Currumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B)Visit Cape ByronVisit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle a koala& see kangaroos, emus, crocodiles,dingoes, Tasmanian devils & more!Visit Jupiter's CasinoDay 7: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party in the‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure activities & more bars than youcould ‘poke a stick at’! Hotel Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city with alaid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on toNoosa, a little beach resort blending the chicwith surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cutting demonstrationof Australia’s national gemstone, the opalVisit picturesque Noosa beachDay 9: Fraser IslandUncover World Heritage listed Fraser Island, agigantic 800,000 year old sandbar. Bushwalk &4WD through its diverse ecology of rainforests,sandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Enjoy the eco-resort’s facilitiesDay 10: Fraser Island to Country HomesteadArrive at our homestead in the heart ofAustralia’s cattle country. Get a slice of the realAussie country life & genuine local hospitalityover a hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D)Farm tour to see the animals, includingkangaroosEvening bonfire with music & a barDay 11: Country Homestead to WhitsundaysPass through Mackay & its sugar cane fieldsen route to Airlie Beach. A quick ferry ride &you’ll find yourself on tropical DaydreamIsland. Resort (B,D)Cross the Tropic of CapricornRockhampton city tourVisit Airlie Beach, right on the water witha pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream Island

Days 12-13: The WhitsundaysTime to slow down, chill out, & catch somerays on the amazing white sand beaches. Getyour blood pumping with a ton of activities tochoose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis,beach volleyball or snorkeling. Resort (B) (B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabiesDay 14: Whitsundays to CairnsFurther north, it’s Townsville, a happeningcity with both the coast & the outback.Continue road-tripping along the spectacularGreat Green Way via Tully to the ever-popular travelers’ hub of Cairns. Resort (B)Townsville city tourSee Magnetic Island from the Castle Hilloverlook area in TownsvilleCross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best whitewater raftingDays 15-16: CairnsWith a lush tropical setting, Cairns offersgreat restaurants, bars, markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife! It’s also the jumping offpoint for lots of activities like the Outer BarrierReef cruise or whitewater rafting. Resort (B)Cairns city tourDay 17: Cairns to Alice SpringsChill in Cairns, then hop on a flight to AliceSprings & your ‘Territory’ adventure. Hotel Flight from Cairns to Alice SpringsDay 18: Alice SpringsExplore the Outback’s unofficial capital, ‘TheAlice’, famous for its remote location. It is thenational hub for Aboriginal art and ispopulated by Aussie characters. Hotel (B,D)Alice Springs city tourVisit ANZAC Hill memorialLearn about plants & animals of theAustralian desert at The Desert ParkVisit the important Aboriginal culturalsite of Simpson’s Gap, home to theblackfooted wallabyVisit West MacDonnell National ParkDay 19: Alice Springs to Kings Creek StationStrike out West to rugged Kings Creek Station,a working camel station. Tonight do as the realAussie 'bushies' do & sleep under the stars ina 'comfy swag'. Outback bush camp (B,D)Cross the Finke - the world’s oldest riverEnjoy a unique experience at an overnightbush camp on a cattle & camel stationSee the desert night sky & starsDay 20: Kings Creek Station to UluruWalk through one of the most spectacularsights in central Australia – Kings Canyon.Then hit the road for the Yulara Resort & watchthe sun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Lodge (B)Visit Watarrka (Kings Canyon) NationalParkHike to the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole& the 'Lost City'See Mt. Connor, over 700 million years oldDay 21: UluruWatch shadows & changing colors at play asthe sun rises over Australia’s famous Uluru.Take a chance to walk up, on or around ’TheRock’. Then visit Kata Tjuta (The Olga’s) whereeach rock represents a person, an animal orfood from the Aboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B)Entry to Uluru National Park (fee included)See Uluru up close at sunset & sunriseVisit the Uluru Cultural CenterHike the Valley of the Winds at The Olga'sDay 22: Uluru to Alice SpringsTake a pit stop at a fascinating institution inoutback travel, the traditional AustralianRoadhouse, on the return trip to AliceSprings. Hotel (B)Visit a traditional outback roadhouseDay 23: Alice Springs to Tennant CreekChoose to see the sunrise over theMacDonnell Ranges from a hot air balloon.Tonight’s stay is in Tennant Creeksurrounded by million-acre cattle stations &Aboriginal communities. Hotel (D)Visit the small art gallery in Ti Tree tosee Aboriginal art & didgeridoosMaybe sight a UFO in Wycliffe Well

Save Money! If you pay 12 months inadvance, you save US$329. Or pay 6 months inadvance and save US$165.See page 13 for details.

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

EXDS: Day 4 start Darwin 7:30am and Day 28 end Sydney 8:00am.Tour only quad-share reduction: US$579Tour only single supplement: US$1245Tour + sailing single supplement: US$1120.

For departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

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

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2009JUL 9 JUL 11 AUG 5 3395 3635AUG 6 AUG 8 SEP 2 3395 3635SEP 3 SEP 5 SEP 30 3395 3635OCT 1 OCT 3 OCT 28 3395 3635OCT 29 OCT 31 NOV 25 3395 3635NOV 26 NOV 28 DEC 23 3535 3775DEC 24 DEC 26 JAN 20 3535 37752010JAN 21 JAN 23 FEB 17 3535 3775FEB 18 FEB 20 MAR 17 3535 3775MAR 18 MAR 20 APR 14 3535 3775APR 15 APR 17 MAY 12 3519 3759MAY 13 MAY 15 JUN 9 3519 3759JUN 10 JUN 12 JUL 7 3519 3759JUL 8 JUL 10 AUG 4 3495 3735AUG 5 AUG 7 SEP 1 3495 3735SEP 2 SEP 4 SEP 29 3495 3735SEP 30 OCT 2 OCT 27 3495 3735OCT 28 OCT 30 NOV 24 3495 3735NOV 25 NOV 27 DEC 22 3635 3875DEC 23 DEC 25 JAN 19 3635 38752011JAN 20 JAN 22 FEB 16 3635 3875FEB 17 FEB 19 MAR 16 3635 3875

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2009JUL 12 JUL 14 AUG 8 3315 3555AUG 9 AUG 11 SEP 5 3315 3555SEP 6 SEP 8 OCT 3 3315 3555OCT 4 OCT 6 OCT 31 3315 3555NOV 1 NOV 3 NOV 28 3455 3695NOV 29 DEC 1 DEC 26 3455 3695DEC 27 DEC 29 JAN 23 3455 36952010JAN 24 JAN 26 FEB 20 3455 3695FEB 21 FEB 23 MAR 20 3455 3695MAR 21 MAR 23 APR 17 3455 3695APR 18 APR 20 MAY 15 3439 3679MAY 16 MAY 18 JUN 12 3439 3679JUN 13 JUN 15 JUL 10 3439 3679JUL 11 JUL 13 AUG 7 3415 3655AUG 8 AUG 10 SEP 4 3415 3655SEP 5 SEP 7 OCT 2 3415 3655OCT 3 OCT 5 OCT 30 3415 3655OCT 31 NOV 2 NOV 27 3555 3795NOV 28 NOV 30 DEC 25 3555 3795DEC 26 DEC 28 JAN 22 3555 37952011JAN 23 JAN 25 FEB 19 3555 3795FEB 20 FEB 22 MAR 19 3555 3795

Days 11-13: SailingWhitsundays optionWant to get out on the water for thenext couple of days? Choose ourWhitsunday sailing option! See page 39for more info & the pricing box for costs.There’s no twin or single-share availableonboard the boat. (B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L). Codes: ex Sydney:EXSX / ex Darwin:EXDX

Visit the Devil’s Marbles rock formationStay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outbacktown of Tennant CreekDay 24: Tennant Creek to KatherineStop & ‘tip one back’ at the oldest pub in theTerritory before dipping into the refreshingMataranka Thermal Pools. Continue on tothe lush river town of Katherine. Hotel (B)Visit Daly Waters - the famous outback pubSwim in the Mataranka thermal poolsVisit Elsey - the historic ’We of theNever Never’ homesteadDay 25: Katherine to Kakadu National ParkHike, walk, or take an optional boat trip for anup close experience with dramatic KatherineGorge. Then it’s on to Kakadu National Parkvia Edith or Gunlom Falls. Hotel (B,D)Visit mighty Katherine Gorge & see thesheer rock walls & wildlifeDay 26: Kakadu National ParkBe stunned by the ecological ‘jewel’ ofKakadu and its variety of superb landscapesand wildlife. It has arguably Australia’s bestAboriginal rock art found at places likeNourlangie Rock. Hotel (B)Walk & see the Aboriginal rock artVisit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural CenterWildlife cruise - see crocodilesDay 27: Kakadu National Park to DarwinWind your way to Darwin, an exotic, diverseplace that combines East & West & attractspeople from all over the country. Tonightmaybe try lucking out at the casino or godancing & party the night away. Hotel (B)See the Cyclone Tracy museum displayDay 28: Darwin to Litchfield National ParkDelve into the Northern Territory’s best keptsecret, Litchfield National Park & plunge intothe cool pool of water below Florence Falls.Then it’s back to Darwin where the tour ends &its time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)See the unique, huge termite moundsLitchfield’s rainforests & rock formationsEnjoy a swim at Florence Falls

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PORT STEPHENS: Sandboard & ‘surf’ down the

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• 10 breakfasts (B) & five dinners (D)• A dedicated crew with an

experienced & professional TourManager & Driver


• Flights from Whitsundays to Cairns & Cairns to Uluru

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities• Local taxes & service charges

4 wheel driving, Fraser Island

Uluru

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

Itinerary and included sightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Sydney, Australia.Day 3: Arrive SydneyCheck into the Chifley Potts Point Hotel &spend the rest of the free day exploringSydney. HotelDay 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (PortStephens)Meet up with your Contiki crew & checkout Sydney’s icons. Then head up north tothe ‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens& pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruisewith the dolphins or try sandboarding.Resort (D)Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House &Harbour BridgeVisit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for apanoramic view of Sydney HarbourDay 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs HarbourContinue up Australia’s famous ‘holidaycoast’ to the beautiful beaches of CoffsHarbour where our Surf Camp & Schoolhas cabins located right on the beach.We'll teach you how to surf on the bestlocal waves. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 6: Coffs Harbour to SurfersParadiseWander through the relaxed, small coastaltown of Byron Bay with its organic lifestyle,artsy shops & fantastic eateries. Later,encounter native Aussie animals atCurrumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B)Visit Cape Byron - Australia's mosteasterly pointVisit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle akoala & see kangaroos, emus,crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils& more!Visit stunning Gold Coast beachesVisit Jupiter's CasinoDay 7: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure activities & more bars than youcould 'poke a stick at'! Hotel Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city witha laid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on toNoosa, a little beach resort blending thechic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the opalVisit picturesque Noosa beachDay 9: Fraser IslandTake a full day to uncover World Heritagelisted Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 yearold sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through itsdiverse ecology of rainforests, toweringsandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco LodgeScenic boat trip to Fraser Island Stay in the eco-village & enjoy theresort facilitiesDay 10: Fraser Island to CountryHomesteadA bit further north & find yourself at ourhomestead in the heart of Australia’s cattlecountry. Get a slice of the real Aussiecountry life & genuine Aussie hospitality overa hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D)

Farm tour to see the animals,including kangaroosEnjoy this evening’s activities withmusic, a bar & a bonfireDay 11: Country Homestead to theWhitsundaysPass through Mackay & its sugar canefields en route to Airlie Beach - gateway tothe Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride& you’ll find yourself on tropical DaydreamIsland. Resort (B,D)Cross the Tropic of CapricornRockhampton city tourVisit Airlie Beach, right on the waterwith a pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream IslandDay 12: The WhitsundaysTime to slow down, chill out & catch somerays on the amazing white sand beaches.Get your blood pumping with a ton ofactivities to choose from like waterskiing,parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball orsnorkeling. Resort (B)Enjoy great resort facilities like theday spaSee native birdlife & wallabiesDay 13: The Whitsundays to CairnsCatch a quick flight & head north to the ever-popular travelers’ hub of Cairns– home to plenty of action & the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. Resort (B)Flight from The Whitsundays to CairnsDay 14: Cairns to Uluru (Ayers Rock)Hop on another plane & this time see thecontrast as you fly from the 'blue & green'of the coast to the 'red' of the outback atYulara Resort. Lodge (B)Flight from Cairns to UluruDay 15: UluruWatch shadows & changing colors at playas the sun rises over Australia’s famousicon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up, onor around ’The Rock’. Then visit Kata Tjuta(The Olga’s) where each rock represents aperson, an animal or food from theAboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B)Entry to Uluru National Park (feeincluded) See Uluru up close at sunset &sunrise Visit the Uluru Cultural Center Hike the Valley of the Winds at KataTjuta (The Olga's)Day 16: Uluru to Alice SpringsTake a pit stop at a fascinating institutionin outback travel, the traditional AustralianRoadhouse, on the return trip to AliceSprings. Hotel (B)Visit a traditional outback roadhouseDay 17: Alice Springs'Explore the Outback's unofficial capital'The Alice', famous for its remote location.It is the national hub for Aboriginal art andis populated by Aussie characters.Alice Springs city tourVisit ANZAC Hill memorialVisit the important Aboriginal culturalsite of Simpson’s Gap, home to theblackfooted wallabyVisit West MacDonnell National ParkPlease note: Itinerary may change slightlydepending on flight schedules.

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12:00noon.Tour only quad-share reduction: US$335Tour only single supplement: US$725


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

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2010MAY 13 MAY 15 MAY 29 2665JUN 10 JUN 12 JUN 26 2665JUL 8 JUL 10 JUL 24 2639AUG 5 AUG 7 AUG 21 2639SEP 2 SEP 4 SEP 18 2639SEP 30 OCT 2 OCT 16 2639OCT 28 OCT 30 NOV 13 2639NOV 25 NOV 27 DEC 11 2755DEC 23 DEC 25 JAN 8 27552011JAN 20 JAN 22 FEB 5 2755FEB 17 FEB 19 MAR 5 2755

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Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-11: Depart USA. Arrive Sydney.Sydney to CairnsRefer to Bridge to Reef itinerary & includedsightseeing described on page 23.Day 12: Cairns to Alice SpringsChill in Cairns, then hop on a flight to AliceSprings & your ‘Territory’ adventure. Hotel Cairns sightseeing tourFlight from Cairns to Alice SpringsDay 13: Alice Springs'Explore the Outback's unofficial capital'The Alice', famous for its remote location.It is the national hub for Aboriginal art and is populated by Aussie characters.Hotel (B,D)Alice Springs town tourVisit ANZAC Hill memorialVisit Alice Springs Desert Park & learnabout plants & animals found acrossthe Central Australian desertVisit the important Aboriginal culturalsite of Simpson’s Gap, home to theblackfooted wallabyVisit West MacDonnell National ParkDay 14: Alice Springs to Kings CreekStationStrike out West to rugged Kings CreekStation, a working camel station. Tonightdo as the real Aussie 'bushies' do & sleepunder the stars in a 'comfy swag'.Outback bush camp (B,D)Cross the Finke - the world’s oldest riverEnjoy a unique experience at anovernight bush camp on a cattle &camel stationSee the desert night sky & stars

Day 15: Kings Creek Station to UluruWalk through one of the most spectacularsights in central Australia – Kings Canyon.Then hit the road for the Yulara Resort &watch the sun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock).Lodge (B)Visit Watarrka (Kings Canyon) NationalParkHike to the 'Garden of Eden'waterhole & the 'Lost City'See Mt. Connor, over 700 million years oldDay 16: UluruWatch shadows & changing colors at playas the sun rises over Australia’s famousicon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up, onor around ’The Rock’. Then visit KataTjuta (The Olga’s) where each rockrepresents a person, an animal or foodfrom the Aboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B)Entry to Uluru National Park (feeincluded) See Uluru up close at sunset &sunrise Visit the Uluru Cultural Center Hike the Valley of the Winds at KataTjuta (The Olga's)Day 17: Uluru The tour ends after breakfast in Uluru &it's time to say farewell to your newfriends. Or space permitting, catch a freetransfer back to Alice Springs (arrive atapproximately 6:00pm). (B)

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

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• 14 nights twin-share accommodation:11 nights in hotels & resorts, twonights in a lodge & one night on anoutback bush camp in a comfyAussie ‘swag’Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single share also available.Outback bush camp quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• 10 breakfasts (B) & four dinners (D)• A dedicated crew with an

experienced & professional TourManager, Driver & ContikiRepresentative


• Flights & transfers from Sydney toWhitsundays & Cairns to Alice Springs


17 DaysOcean toOutbackcombining the East Coast & Northern Territory

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the sametime otherwise a quad or single will be required.Prices are tour only (not including international airfares).Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.For Travel Insurance - see page 58.OOUI: Day 3 Start Sydney 5:00pm and Day 17 end Uluru 8:00am.

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

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• 10 nights twin-share accommodation:three nights in a hotel & seven nightsin resortsBasis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single share also available.More info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• Five breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D)• A dedicated crew with an

experienced & professional TourManager, Driver & ContikiRepresentative


• Flight & transfers from Sydney toWhitsundays


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

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USA. Fly over theinternational date line on your way toSydney, Australia.Day 3: Arrive SydneyCheck-in to the Chifley Potts Point Hotel,then head out to spend the afternoonexploring Sydney. This evening meet upwith your Tour Manager & fellow Contikitravelers for dinner and a night on thetown. Hotel (D)Days 4-5: SydneyTake in Sydney’s amazing icons on aguided sightseeing tour & harbor cruise.Then hit the streets & see this dazzling cityfor yourself. The beaches are at the city’sdoorstep, the cafés buzz & the nightliferocks! Venture out of Sydney for a fun daytrip to the famous Hunter Valley vineyardsor picturesque Blue Mountains. Hotel City sightseeing tour to visit theSydney Opera House, historic Rocksarea & Harbour BridgeCruise on one of the most beautifulharbors in the world - Sydney HarbourDay 6: Sydney to The WhitsundaysEnjoy Sydney for one last morning atsome of the great museums or ‘flex theplastic’ while shopping. Then hop on aflight & head to the tropical Whitsundayswhere you’ll find Daydream Island.Resort (B,D)Flight from Sydney to The WhitsundaysBoat trip from the mainland toDaydream Island

Days 7-8: The WhitsundaysTime to slow down, chill out & catch somerays on the amazing white sand beaches.Get your blood pumping with a ton ofactivities to choose from like waterskiing,parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball orsnorkeling. Resort (B)(B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabiesDay 9: The Whitsundays to CairnsHead north to the ever-popular travelers’hub of Cairns – home to plenty of action & the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. Resort (B)Note: Today we may substitute the coach travelalong the coast with a flight from theWhitsundays to Cairns. When we do this the flightis included in the prices shown.

Days 10-11: CairnsWith a lush tropical setting, Cairns has somuch to offer – great restaurants, bars,markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!It’s also the jumping off point for lots ofactivities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruiseor whitewater rafting. Resort (B)Cairns city tourDay 12: CairnsSpend a fascinating morning experiencingAboriginal culture at Australia’s mostawarded attraction - Tjapukai AboriginalCultural Park. Then return to Cairns forfree time. ResortVisit Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalCenter to experience native dancing,see spear throwing, & learn how tothrow a boomerang.Day 13: Finish CairnsSay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

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• 17 nights twin-share accommodation: three nights in hotels, 10 nights inresorts, two nights in an eco-lodge, one night in a surf school village & one night in a country homesteadSailing option: substitute two nightsin resort with two nights on a yacht(see page 39)Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• 11 breakfasts (B) & six dinners (D)Sailing option: 11 breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & seven dinners (D)

• A dedicated crew with anexperienced & professional TourManager & Driver


• Rainforest adventure on days four& five


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

Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on your way to Cairns, Australia.Day 3: Arrive CairnsCheck into the Cairns Colonial ClubResort with the rest of the day at leisure toexplore Cairns. ResortDay 4: Cairns to Cape TribulationMeet up with your Contiki Crew & head toPort Douglas, a low-key resort townpopular with the rich & famous. Keepheading north along the stunning CoralSea to Mossman Gorge, the pristineDaintree National Park & Cape Tribulation.Resort (D)See Port Douglas & gorgeous FourMile BeachWalk through the Daintree Rainforestto Mossman Gorge for swimmingDay 5: Cape TribulationGet back to nature in the Daintree NationalPark with its ancient rainforests. Take a dip ina refreshing swimming hole before headingback to Cape Tribulation. It’s a unique areawhere two of Australia’s most significantWorld Heritage sites meet, the Great BarrierReef & the wet tropics. Resort (B)Learn about unique Daintree flora &fauna on a board walkListen to Aboriginal legends aboutthe areaDay 6: Cape Tribulation to CairnsLearn about the fascinating indigenousAboriginal culture. Then it’s back to Cairnsfor the evening. Resort (B)Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalCenter to experience native dancing,see spear throwing, & learn how tothrow a boomerang.Days 7-8: CairnsWith a lush tropical setting, Cairns has somuch to offer – great restaurants, bars,markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!It’s also the jumping off point for activitieslike the Outer Barrier Reef cruise orwhitewater rafting. ResortCairns city tourDay 9: Cairns to the WhitsundaysPass through Tully & Townsville en route to Airlie Beach - gateway to theWhitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride &you’ll find yourself on pretty DaydreamIsland. Resort (B,D)Cross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best whitewater rafting(optional activity)Townsville city tourVisit Airlie Beach with a pumping bar& cafe sceneDays 10-11: The WhitsundaysTime to slow down, chill out & catch somerays on the amazing white sand beaches.Get your blood pumping with a ton ofactivities to choose from like waterskiing,parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball orsnorkeling. Resort (B) (B)See native birdlife & wallabiesEnjoy great resort facilities

Day 12: The Whitsundays to CountryHomesteadPass through Mackay & its sugar canefields on your way to our homestead in theheart of Australia’s cattle country. Get aslice of the real country life & genuineAussie hospitality over a hearty meal.Country Homestead (B,D)Cross the Tropic of CapricornRockhampton city tourFarm tour to see the animals,including kangaroosDay 13: Country Homestead to FraserIslandHead back out to the coast, catch a ferry,& touch down on the natural wonder ofFraser Island. Eco Lodge (B,D)Day 14: Fraser IslandTake a full day to uncover World Heritagelisted Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 yearold sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through itsdiverse ecology of rainforests, toweringsandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Enjoy the eco-resort’s facilitiesDay 15: Fraser Island to SurfersParadiseBack to the mainland, it’s on to Noosa, a little beach resort blending the chic withsurf culture. After lunch, explore Brisbane,a cosmopolitan city with a laid-backattitude before arriving in Surfers Paradise.Hotel (B)Visit picturesque Noosa beachBrisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the opalTry your luck at Jupiter's CasinoDay 16: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure activities & more bars than youcould 'poke a stick at' Hotel Day 17: Surfers Paradise to Coffs HarbourEncounter native Aussie animals atCurrumbin Sanctuary before wanderingthrough the artsy, coastal town of ByronBay. Then continue down Australia’sfamous ‘holiday coast’ to the beautifulbeaches of Coffs Harbour where our SurfCamp & School has cabins located righton the beach. Surf Village (B,D)Visit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle a koala& see kangaroos, emus, crocodiles,dingoes, Tasmanian devils & more!Visit Cape Byron - Australia's mosteasterly pointDay 18: Coffs Harbour to Shoal Bay(Port Stephens)This morning we’ll teach you how to surf onthe best local waves. Then head to the‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens &pristine Shoal Bay. Resort (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 19: Shoal Bay to SydneyAfter taking a chance to cruise with thedolphins or trying out sandboarding in PortStephens, finish up the day by checking outSydney’s icons. Hotel (B)Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House &Harbour BridgeVisit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for apanoramic view of Sydney HarbourDay 20: SydneySay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

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Days 9-11: SailingWhitsundays optionWant to get out on the water for thenext couple of days? Choose ourWhitsunday sailing option! See page39 for more info & the pricing box forcosts. There’s no twin or single-shareavailable onboard the boat. (B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

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BWSC: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am and Day 20 end Cairns 8:00am.Tour only quad-share reduction: US$409Tour only single supplement: US$925Tour + sailing single supplement: US$800.


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

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• 15 nights twin-share accommodation:three nights in hotels, eight nights inresorts, two nights in an eco-lodge,one night in a surf school village &one night in a country homesteadSailing option: substitute two nightsin resort with two nights on a yacht(see page 39)Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• Nine breakfasts (B) & five dinners (D)Sailing option: nine breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & six dinners (D)




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

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Sydney, Australia.Day 3: Arrive SydneyCheck into the Chifley Potts Point Hotel &spend the rest of the free day exploringSydney. HotelDay 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (PortStephens)Meet up with your Contiki crew & check outSydney’s icons. Then head up north to the‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens &pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruise withthe dolphins or try sandboarding. Resort (D)Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House &Harbour BridgeVisit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for apanoramic view of Sydney HarbourDay 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs HarbourContinue up Australia’s famous ‘holidaycoast’ to the beautiful beaches of CoffsHarbour where our Surf Camp & Schoolhas cabins located right on the beach.We'll teach you how to surf on the bestlocal waves. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 6: Coffs Harbour to Surfers ParadiseWander through the relaxed, small coastaltown of Byron Bay with its organic lifestyle,artsy shops & fantastic eateries. Later,encounter native Aussie animals atCurrumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B)Visit Cape Byron - Australia's mosteasterly pointVisit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle akoala & see kangaroos, emus,crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils& more!Visit stunning Gold Coast beachesVisit Jupiter's CasinoDay 7: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure activities & more bars than youcould 'poke a stick at'! Hotel Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city witha laid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on toNoosa, a little beach resort blending thechic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the opalVisit picturesque Noosa beachDay 9: Fraser IslandTake a full day to uncover World Heritagelisted Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 yearold sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through itsdiverse ecology of rainforests, toweringsandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco LodgeScenic boat trip to Fraser Island Stay in the eco-village & enjoy theresort facilitiesDay 10: Fraser Island to CountryHomesteadA bit further north & find yourself at ourhomestead in the heart of Australia’s cattlecountry. Get a slice of the real Aussiecountry life & genuine Aussie hospitality overa hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D)Farm tour to see the animals,including kangaroosEnjoy this evening’s activities withmusic, a bar & a bonfire

Day 11: Country Homestead to theWhitsundaysPass through Mackay & its sugar canefields en route to Airlie Beach - gateway tothe Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride& you’ll find yourself on tropical DaydreamIsland. Resort (B,D)Cross the Tropic of CapricornRockhampton city tourVisit Airlie Beach, right on the waterwith a pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream IslandDays 12-13: The WhitsundaysTime to slow down, chill out & catch somerays on the amazing white sand beaches.Get your blood pumping with a ton ofactivities to choose from like waterskiing,parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball orsnorkeling. Resort (B)(B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabies

Day 14: The Whitsundays to CairnsFurther north, it's Townsville, a happeningcity with both the coast & the Outback.Continue road-tripping along the spectacularGreat Green Way via Tully to the ever-popular travelers’ hub of Cairns. Resort (B)Townsville city tourView Magnetic Island, an unspoilednational park, from TownsvilleCross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best whitewater raftingDays 15-16: CairnsWith a lush tropical setting, Cairns has somuch to offer – great restaurants, bars,markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!It’s also the jumping off point for lots ofactivities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruiseor whitewater rafting. Resort (B)Cairns city tourDay 17: CairnsVisit Tjapukai to learn about fascinating &ancient Aboriginal culture. Then return toCairns for free time. Resort Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalCenter to experience native dancing,see spear throwing, & learn how tothrow a boomerang.Day 18: Finish CairnsSay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

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BRCS: Day 4 start Cairns 12:00 noon and Day 18 end Sydney 8:00am.Tour only quad-share reduction: US$360Tour only single supplement: US$665Tour + sailing single supplement: US$540.


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

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Tjapukai Cultural Park

15 DaysCairnsSunshine Trail




FRASER ISLAND: Locally guided 4WD

trip across the island & lunch

Tully


Mackay

Noosa

Capricorn Coast

3

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COUNTRY HOMESTEAD

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BrisbaneSURFERS PARADISE 2


Townsville

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Gulf of Carpentaria

Great Australian

Bight

Tasman Sea

Great Barrier Reef

Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

NEW SOUTH WALES

VICTORIA

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

QUEENSLAND


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• 12 nights twin-share accommodation:two nights in a hotel, seven nights inresorts, two nights in an eco-lodge &one night in a country homesteadSailing option: substitute two nightsin resort with two nights on a yacht(see page 39)Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• Seven breakfasts (B) & threedinners (D) Sailing option: sevenbreakfasts (B), two lunches (L) &four dinners (D)




THE WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) CAIRNS: Tandem skydive - Whitewater raft the mighty Tully River - Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch…or stay dry with coral viewing by semi-submersible - Dawn hot air balloon flight & champagne breakfast

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Surfers Paradise, Australia.Day 3: Arrive Surfers ParadiseMeet up with your Contiki Crew & headinto the bright lights of Surfers Paradise fora great night out with your new travelbuddies! Hotel Visit Jupiter's CasinoDay 4: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure activities & more bars than youcould 'poke a stick at'! Hotel Day 5: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city witha laid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on toNoosa, a little beach resort blending thechic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the opalVisit picturesque Noosa beachDay 6: Fraser IslandTake a full day to uncover World Heritagelisted Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000 yearold sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD through itsdiverse ecology of rainforests, toweringsandunes & freshwater lakes. Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Stay in the eco-village & enjoy theresort facilitiesDay 7: Fraser Island to CountryHomesteadA bit further north & find yourself at ourhomestead in the heart of Australia’s cattlecountry. Get a slice of the real Aussiecountry life & genuine Aussie hospitality overa hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D)Farm tour to see the animals,including kangaroosEnjoy this evening’s activities withmusic, a bar & a bonfireDay 8: Country Homestead to theWhitsundaysPass through Mackay & its sugar canefields en route to Airlie Beach - gateway tothe Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride& you’ll find yourself on tropical DaydreamIsland. Resort (B,D)Cross the Tropic of CapricornRockhampton city tourVisit Airlie Beach, right on the waterwith a pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream Island

Days 9-10: The WhitsundaysTime to slow down, chill out & catch somerays on the amazing white sand beaches.Get your blood pumping with a ton ofactivities to choose from like waterskiing,parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball orsnorkeling. Resort (B)(B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabies

Day 11: The Whitsundays to CairnsFurther north, it's Townsville, a happeningcity with both the coast & the Outback.Continue road-tripping along the spectacularGreat Green Way via Tully to the ever-popular travelers’ hub of Cairns. Resort (B)Townsville city tourView Magnetic Island, an unspoilednational park, from TownsvilleCross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best whitewater raftingDays 12-13: CairnsWith a lush tropical setting, Cairns has somuch to offer – great restaurants, bars,markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!It’s also the jumping off point for lots ofactivities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruiseor whitewater rafting. Resort (B)Cairns city tourDay 14: CairnsVisit Tjapukai to learn about fascinating &ancient Aboriginal culture. Then return toCairns for free time. Resort Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalCenter to experience native dancing,see spear throwing, & learn how tothrow a boomerang.Day 15: Finish CairnsSay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

Jetskiing, The Whitsundays

Semi-submersible cruise


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


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8:00am.Tour only quad-share reduction: US$319Tour only single supplement: US$615Tour + sailing single supplement: US$490.

BTCS: Day 4 start Cairns 12:00 noon and Day 15 end Surfers Paradise8:00am.Tour only quad-share reduction: US$319Tour only single supplement: US$615Tour + sailing single supplement: US$490.


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

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA Surf P. Cairns Only Sailing

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

Depart Start Finish Tour Tour & USA Cairns Surf P. Only Sailing

2009JUL 1 JUL 3 JUL 15 1525 1765JUL 22 JUL 24 AUG 5 1525 1765JUL 29 JUL 31 AUG 12 1525 1765AUG 9 AUG 11 AUG 23 1525 1765AUG 19 AUG 21 SEP 2 1525 1765AUG 26 AUG 28 SEP 9 1525 1765SEP 6 SEP 8 SEP 20 1525 1765SEP 16 SEP 18 SEP 30 1525 1765SEP 23 SEP 25 OCT 7 1525 1765OCT 4 OCT 6 OCT 18 1525 1765OCT 14 OCT 16 OCT 28 1525 1765OCT 21 OCT 23 NOV 4 1525 1765NOV 1 NOV 3 NOV 15 1585 1825NOV 11 NOV 13 NOV 25 1585 1825NOV 18 NOV 20 DEC 2 1585 1825NOV 29 DEC 1 DEC 13 1585 1825DEC 9 DEC 11 DEC 23 1585 1825DEC 16 DEC 18 DEC 30 1585 1825DEC 27 DEC 29 JAN 10 1585 18252010JAN 6 JAN 8 JAN 20 1585 1825JAN 12 JAN 14 JAN 26 1585 1825JAN 24 JAN 26 FEB 7 1585 1825FEB 3 FEB 5 FEB 17 1585 1825FEB 10 FEB 12 FEB 24 1585 1825FEB 24 FEB 26 MAR 10 1585 1825MAR 3 MAR 5 MAR 17 1585 1825MAR 10 MAR 12 MAR 24 1585 1825MAR 17 MAR 19 MAR 31 1585 1825MAR 24 MAR 26 APR 7 1585 1825MAR 31 APR 2 APR 14 1579 1819APR 7 APR 9 APR 21 1579 1819APR 18 APR 20 MAY 2 1579 1819APR 28 APR 30 MAY 12 1579 1819MAY 5 MAY 7 MAY 19 1579 1819MAY 26 MAY 28 JUN 9 1579 1819JUN 2 JUN 4 JUN 16 1579 1819JUN 23 JUN 25 JUL 7 1579 1819JUN 30 JUL 2 JUL 14 1569 1809JUL 21 JUL 23 AUG 4 1569 1809JUL 28 JUL 30 AUG 11 1569 1809AUG 8 AUG 10 AUG 22 1569 1809AUG 18 AUG 20 SEP 1 1569 1809AUG 25 AUG 27 SEP 8 1569 1809SEP 5 SEP 7 SEP 19 1569 1809SEP 15 SEP 17 SEP 29 1569 1809SEP 22 SEP 24 OCT 6 1569 1809OCT 3 OCT 5 OCT 17 1569 1809OCT 13 OCT 15 OCT 27 1569 1809OCT 20 OCT 22 NOV 3 1569 1809OCT 31 NOV 2 NOV 14 1629 1869NOV 10 NOV 12 NOV 24 1629 1869NOV 17 NOV 19 DEC 1 1629 1869NOV 28 NOV 30 DEC 12 1629 1869DEC 8 DEC 10 DEC 22 1629 1869DEC 15 DEC 17 DEC 29 1629 1869DEC 26 DEC 28 JAN 9 1629 18692011JAN 5 JAN 7 JAN 19 1629 1869JAN 12 JAN 14 JAN 26 1629 1869JAN 23 JAN 25 FEB 6 1629 1869FEB 2 FEB 4 FEB 16 1629 1869FEB 9 FEB 11 FEB 23 1629 1869FEB 23 FEB 25 MAR 9 1629 1869MAR 2 MAR 4 MAR 16 1629 1869MAR 9 MAR 11 MAR 23 1629 1869MAR 16 MAR 18 MAR 30 1629 1869

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

14 DaysCoast &Whitsundays




PORT STEPHENS: Dolphin watching

cruise & swimming COFFS HARBOUR: Surf lesson

Airlie Beach

Shute Harbour

Mackay

Noosa

Byron Bay

Capricorn Coast

3

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Brisbane


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Great Australian

Bight

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Great Barrier Reef

Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

NEW SOUTH WALES

VICTORIA

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

QUEENSLAND


1

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• 11 nights twin-share accommodation:seven nights in hotels & resorts, twonights in an eco-lodge, one night in asurf school village & one night in acountry homesteadSailing option: substitute two nightsin resort with two nights on a yacht(see page 39)Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• Eight breakfasts (B) & five dinners (D)Sailing option: eight breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & six dinners (D)




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

Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Sydney, Australia.Day 3: Arrive SydneyCheck into the Chifley Potts Point Hotel & spend the rest of the free day exploringSydney. HotelDay 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (PortStephens)Meet up with your Contiki crew & check outSydney’s icons. Then head up north to the‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens &pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruise withthe dolphins or try sandboarding. Resort (D)Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House &Harbour BridgeVisit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for apanoramic view of Sydney HarbourDay 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs HarbourContinue up Australia’s famous ‘holidaycoast’ to the beautiful beaches of CoffsHarbour where our Surf Camp & Schoolhas cabins located right on the beach.We'll teach you how to surf on the bestlocal waves. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 6: Coffs Harbour to Surfers ParadiseWander through the relaxed, small coastaltown of Byron Bay with its organic lifestyle,artsy shops & fantastic eateries. Later,encounter native Aussie animals atCurrumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B)Visit Cape Byron - Australia's mosteasterly pointVisit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle akoala & see kangaroos, emus,crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils& more!Visit stunning Gold Coast beachesVisit Jupiter's CasinoDay 7: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure activities & more bars than youcould 'poke a stick at'! Hotel Day 8: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city witha laid-back attitude. After lunch it’s on toNoosa, a little beach resort blending thechic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the opalVisit picturesque Noosa beachDay 9: Fraser IslandTake a full day to uncover World Heritagelisted Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WD

through its diverse ecology of rainforests,towering sandunes & freshwater lakes.Eco Lodge Scenic boat trip to Fraser Island Stay in the eco-village & enjoy theresort facilitiesDay 10: Fraser Island to CountryHomesteadA bit further north & find yourself at ourhomestead in the heart of Australia’s cattlecountry. Get a slice of the real Aussiecountry life & genuine Aussie hospitality overa hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D)Farm tour to see the animals,including kangaroosEnjoy this evening’s activities withmusic, a bar & a bonfireDay 11: Country Homestead to theWhitsundaysPass through Mackay & its sugar canefields en route to Airlie Beach - gateway tothe Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride& you’ll find yourself on tropical DaydreamIsland. Resort (B,D)Cross the Tropic of CapricornRockhampton city tourVisit Airlie Beach, right on the waterwith a pumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream IslandDays 12-13: The WhitsundaysTime to slow down, chill out & catch somerays on the amazing white sand beaches.Get your blood pumping with a ton ofactivities to choose from like waterskiing,parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball orsnorkeling. Resort (B)(B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabies

Day 14: The WhitsundaysThe tour ends after breakfast & it’s time tosay farewell to your new friends. (B)

Surfers Paradise

Dolphin watching cruise



Codes: ex Sydney:SQSW / ex W’suns:SQCW


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SQCS: Day 3 start Whitsundays 5:00pm and Day 14 end Sydney 8:00am.Tour only quad-share reduction: US$259Tour only single supplement: US$535Tour + sailing single supplement: US$410.


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

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

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

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

2009JUL 5 JUL 7 JUL 18 1469 1709JUL 26 JUL 28 AUG 8 1469 1709AUG 2 AUG 4 AUG 15 1469 1709AUG 13 AUG 15 AUG 26 1469 1709AUG 23 AUG 25 SEP 5 1469 1709AUG 30 SEP 1 SEP 12 1469 1709SEP 10 SEP 12 SEP 23 1469 1709SEP 20 SEP 22 OCT 3 1469 1709SEP 27 SEP 29 OCT 10 1469 1709OCT 8 OCT 10 OCT 21 1469 1709OCT 18 OCT 20 OCT 31 1469 1709OCT 25 OCT 27 NOV 7 1469 1709NOV 5 NOV 7 NOV 18 1529 1769NOV 15 NOV 17 NOV 28 1529 1769NOV 22 NOV 24 DEC 5 1529 1769DEC 3 DEC 5 DEC 16 1529 1769DEC 13 DEC 15 DEC 26 1529 1769DEC 20 DEC 22 JAN 2 1579 1819DEC 31 JAN 2 JAN 13 1529 17692010JAN 10 JAN 12 JAN 23 1529 1769JAN 16 JAN 18 JAN 29 1529 1769JAN 28 JAN 30 FEB 10 1529 1769FEB 07 FEB 9 FEB 20 1529 1769FEB 14 FEB 16 FEB 27 1529 1769FEB 28 MAR 2 MAR 13 1529 1769MAR 7 MAR 9 MAR 20 1529 1769MAR 14 MAR 16 MAR 27 1529 1769MAR 21 MAR 23 APR 3 1529 1769MAR 28 MAR 30 APR 10 1529 1769APR 4 APR 6 APR 17 1525 1765APR 11 APR 13 APR 24 1525 1765APR 22 APR 24 MAY 5 1525 1765MAY 2 MAY 4 MAY 15 1525 1765MAY 9 MAY 11 MAY 22 1525 1765MAY 30 JUN 1 JUN 12 1525 1765JUN 6 JUN 8 JUN 19 1525 1765JUN 27 JUN 29 JUL 10 1525 1765JUL 4 JUL 6 JUL 17 1515 1755JUL 25 JUL 27 AUG 7 1515 1755AUG 1 AUG 3 AUG 14 1515 1755AUG 12 AUG 14 AUG 25 1515 1755AUG 22 AUG 24 SEP 4 1515 1755AUG 29 AUG 31 SEP 11 1515 1755SEP 9 SEP 11 SEP 22 1515 1755SEP 19 SEP 21 OCT 2 1515 1755SEP 26 SEP 28 OCT 9 1515 1755OCT 7 OCT 9 OCT 20 1515 1755OCT 17 OCT 19 OCT 30 1515 1755OCT 24 OCT 26 NOV 6 1515 1755NOV 4 NOV 6 NOV 17 1579 1819NOV 14 NOV 16 NOV 27 1579 1819NOV 21 NOV 23 DEC 4 1579 1819DEC 2 DEC 4 DEC 15 1579 1819DEC 12 DEC 14 DEC 25 1579 1819DEC 19 DEC 21 JAN 1 1625 1865DEC 30 JAN 1 JAN 12 1579 18192011JAN 9 JAN 11 JAN 22 1579 1819JAN 16 JAN 18 JAN 29 1579 1819JAN 27 JAN 29 FEB 9 1579 1819FEB 6 FEB 8 FEB 19 1579 1819FEB 13 FEB 15 FEB 26 1579 1819FEB 27 MAR 1 MAR 12 1579 1819MAR 6 MAR 8 MAR 19 1579 1819MAR 13 MAR 15 MAR 26 1579 1819MAR 20 MAR 22 APR 2 1579 1819

Shopping, Noosa

12 DaysIsland &Rainforest

Sail the Whitsundays




WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to

famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch

(weather dependent)

Tully

Shute Harbour

Kuranda

MossmanGorge Port Douglas

CAPE TRIBULATION2

Townsville

3

CAIRNS


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Great Australian

Bight

Tasman Sea

Great Barrier Reef

Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

NEW SOUTH WALES

VICTORIA

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• Nine nights twin-share resortaccommodation Sailing option: substitute two nightsin resort with two nights on a yacht(see page 39)Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• Six breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D)Sailing option: six breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & three dinners (D)



• Rainforest adventure days nine, 10& 11


The Whitsundays

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

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to the Whitsundays, Australia.Day 3: Arrive The WhitsundaysMeet up with your Contiki Crew & newtravel buddies on Daydream Island, in themagnificent Whitsundays. Resort (D)Days 4-5: The WhitsundaysTime to slow down, chill out & catch somerays on the amazing white sand beaches.Get your blood pumping with a ton ofactivities to choose from like waterskiing,parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball orsnorkeling. Resort (B) (B)See native birdlife & wallabiesEnjoy great resort facilities

Day 6: The Whitsundays to CairnsFurther north, it's Townsville, a happeningcity with both the coast & the Outback.Continue road-tripping along thespectacular Great Green Way via Tully tothe ever-popular travelers’ hub of Cairns.Resort (B)Townsville city tourSee the unspoiled national park ofMagnetic Island from TownsvilleCross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best whitewater raftingDays 7-8: CairnsWith a lush tropical setting, Cairns has so

much to offer – great restaurants, bars,markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!It’s also the jumping off point for lots ofactivities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruiseor whitewater rafting. Resort (B)Cairns city tourDay 9: Cairns to Cape TribulationVisit Tjapukai to learn about the ancient,indigenous Aboriginal culture. Then travelalong the stunning Coral Sea to gushingMossman Gorge, pristine Daintree NationalPark & Cape Tribulation. Resort (D)Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalCenter to experience native dancing,see spear throwing, & learn how tothrow a boomerang.Walk through the Daintree Rainforestto Mossman Gorge for swimmingDay 10: Cape TribulationGet back to nature in the Daintree NationalPark with its ancient rainforests. Take a dipin a refreshing swimming hole beforeheading back to Cape Tribulation. It’s aunique area where two of Australia’s mostsignificant World Heritage sites meet, theGreat Barrier Reef & the wet tropics.Resort (B)Learn about unique Daintree flora &fauna on a board walkListen to Aboriginal legends about the areaDay 11: Cape Tribulation to CairnsThere’s free time this morning in theDaintree, before heading down to PortDouglas, a glamorous, yet low-key resorttown popular with the rich & famous. Thenreturn to Cairns for free time. Resort (B)See Port Douglas & gorgeous FourMile Beach Day 12: Finish CairnsSay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

Cape Tribulation

Kuranda Skyrail

Days 3-5: SailingWhitsundays optionWant to get out on the water for thenext couple of days? Choose ourWhitsunday sailing option! See page39 for more info & the pricing box forcosts. There’s no twin or single-shareavailable onboard the boat. (D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

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

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FNCS: Day 4 start Cairns 7:30am and Day 12 end Whitsundays 8:00am.Tour only quad-share reduction: US$240Tour only single supplement: US$525Tour + sailing single supplement: US$400.


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

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

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

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Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to the Whitsundays, Australia.Day 3: Arrive WhitsundaysMeet up with your Contiki Crew & newtravel buddies on Daydream Island, in themagnificent Whitsundays. Get to knowyour group tonight over drinks at the bar.Resort (D)

Days 4-5: The WhitsundaysTime to slow down, chill out & catch somerays on the amazing white sand beaches.Get your blood pumping with a ton ofactivities to choose from like waterskiing,parasailing, tennis, beach volleyball orsnorkeling. Resort (B)(B)

See native birdlife & wallabies

Enjoy great resort facilities

Day 6: The Whitsundays to CairnsFurther north, it's Townsville, a happeningcity with both the coast & the Outback.Continue road-tripping along thespectacular Great Green Way via Tully tothe travelers’ hub of Cairns. Its thegateway to two of the world’s greatestnatural attractions, The Great Barrier Reef& the Daintree Rainforest. Resort (B)

Townsville city tour

See the unspoilt national park ofMagnetic Island from Townsville

Cross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best whitewater rafting

Days 7-8: CairnsWith a lush tropical setting, Cairns has somuch to offer – great restaurants, bars,markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife!It’s also the jumping off point for lots ofactivities like the Outer Barrier Reef cruiseor whitewater rafting. Resort (B)

Cairns city tour

Day 9: CairnsA short drive north has you spending afascinating morning experiencingAboriginal culture at Australia’s mostawarded attraction - Tjapukai AboriginalCultural Park. Then return to Cairns forfree time. Resort

Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalCenter to experience native dancing,see spear throwing, & learn how tothrow a boomerang.

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

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

Save Money!If you pay 12 months inadvance, you save US$99. Or pay 6 months inadvance and save US$49.See page 13 for details.

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NWCS: Day 4 start Cairns 12:00 noon and Day 10 end Whitsundays8:00amTour only quad-share reduction: US$215Tour only single supplement: US$415Tour + sailing single supplement: US$290.


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

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

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

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

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• Seven nights twin-share resortaccommodationSailing option: substitute two nightsin resort with two nights on a yacht(see page 39)Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• Four breakfasts (B) & one dinner (D)Sailing option: four breakfasts (B), two lunches (L) & two dinners (D)




Days 3-5: SailingWhitsundays optionWant to get out on the water for thenext couple of days? Choose ourWhitsunday sailing option! See page39 for more info & the pricing box forcosts. There’s no twin or single-share available onboard the boat. (D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

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

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Cairns, Australia.Day 3: Arrive CairnsCheck into the Cairns Colonial ClubResort and spend the rest of the free dayexploring Cairns. ResortDay 4: Cairns to Cape TribulationMeet up with your Contiki Crew & head toPort Douglas, a glamorous, yet low-keyresort town. Keep heading north along thestunning Coral Sea to Mossman Gorge,the pristine Daintree National Park & CapeTribulation. Resort (D)See Port Douglas & gorgeous FourMile BeachWalk through the Daintree Rainforestto Mossman Gorge for swimming

Day 5: Cape TribulationGet back to nature in the Daintree NationalPark with its ancient rainforests. Take a dip ina refreshing swimming hole before headingback to Cape Tribulation. It’s a unique areawhere two of Australia’s most significantWorld Heritage sites meet, the Great BarrierReef & the wet tropics. Resort (B)Learn about unique Daintree flora &fauna on a board walkListen to Aboriginal legends about the areaDay 6: Cape Tribulation to CairnsLearn about the fascinating indigenousAboriginal culture. Then return to Cairnsfor free time. Resort (B)Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalCenter to experience native dancing,see spear throwing, & learn how tothrow a boomerang.Day 7: Finish CairnsSay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.

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


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

Depart Start Finish TourUSA Cairns Cairns Only

2009JUN 29 JUL 1 JUL 5 499JUL 20 JUL 22 JUL 26 499JUL 27 JUL 29 AUG 2 499AUG 7 AUG 9 AUG 13 499AUG 17 AUG 19 AUG 23 499AUG 24 AUG 26 AUG 30 499SEP 4 SEP 6 SEP 10 499SEP 14 SEP 16 SEP 20 499SEP 21 SEP 23 SEP 27 499OCT 2 OCT 4 OCT 8 499OCT 12 OCT 14 OCT 18 499OCT 19 OCT 21 OCT 25 499OCT 30 NOV 1 NOV 5 515NOV 9 NOV 11 NOV 15 515NOV 16 NOV 18 NOV 22 515NOV 27 NOV 29 DEC 3 515DEC 7 DEC 9 DEC 13 515DEC 14 DEC 16 DEC 20 515DEC 25 DEC 27 DEC 31 5152010JAN 4 JAN 6 JAN 10 515JAN 10 JAN 12 JAN 16 515JAN 22 JAN 24 JAN 28 515FEB 1 FEB 3 FEB 7 515FEB 8 FEB 10 FEB 14 515FEB 22 FEB 24 FEB 28 515MAR 1 MAR 3 MAR 7 515MAR 8 MAR 10 MAR 14 515MAR 15 MAR 17 MAR 21 515MAR 22 MAR 24 MAR 28 515MAR 29 MAR 31 APR 4 515APR 5 APR 7 APR 11 515APR 16 APR 18 APR 22 515APR 26 APR 28 MAY 2 515MAY 3 MAY 5 MAY 9 515MAY 24 MAY 26 MAY 30 515MAY 31 JUN 2 JUN 6 515JUN 21 JUN 23 JUN 27 515JUN 28 JUN 30 JUL 4 515JUL 19 JUL 21 JUL 25 515JUL 26 JUL 28 AUG 1 515AUG 6 AUG 8 AUG 12 515AUG 16 AUG 18 AUG 22 515AUG 23 AUG 25 AUG 29 515SEP 3 SEP 5 SEP 9 515SEP 13 SEP 15 SEP 19 515SEP 20 SEP 22 SEP 26 515OCT 1 OCT 3 OCT 7 515OCT 11 OCT 13 OCT 17 515OCT 18 OCT 20 OCT 24 515OCT 29 OCT 31 NOV 4 515NOV 8 NOV 10 NOV 14 529NOV 15 NOV 17 NOV 21 529NOV 26 NOV 28 DEC 2 529DEC 6 DEC 8 DEC 12 529DEC 13 DEC 15 DEC 19 529DEC 24 DEC 26 DEC 30 5292011JAN 3 JAN 5 JAN 9 529JAN 10 JAN 12 JAN 16 529JAN 21 JAN 23 JAN 27 529JAN 31 FEB 2 FEB 6 529FEB 7 FEB 9 FEB 13 529FEB 21 FEB 23 FEB 27 529FEB 28 MAR 2 MAR 6 529MAR 7 MAR 9 MAR 13 529MAR 14 MAR 16 MAR 20 529

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

Depart Start Finish TourUSA Cairns Cairns Only

2009JUL 1 JUL 3 JUL 7 499JUL 22 JUL 24 JUL 28 499JUL 29 JUL 31 AUG 4 499AUG 9 AUG 11 AUG 15 499AUG 19 AUG 21 AUG 25 499AUG 26 AUG 28 SEP 1 499SEP 6 SEP 8 SEP 12 499SEP 16 SEP 18 SEP 22 499SEP 23 SEP 25 SEP 29 499OCT 4 OCT 6 OCT 10 499OCT 14 OCT 16 OCT 20 499OCT 21 OCT 23 OCT 27 499NOV 1 NOV 3 NOV 7 515NOV 11 NOV 13 NOV 17 515NOV 18 NOV 20 NOV 24 515NOV 29 DEC 1 DEC 5 515DEC 9 DEC 11 DEC 15 515DEC 16 DEC 18 DEC 22 515DEC 27 DEC 29 JAN 2 5152010JAN 6 JAN 8 JAN 12 515JAN 12 JAN 14 JAN 18 515JAN 24 JAN 26 JAN 30 515FEB 3 FEB 5 FEB 9 515FEB 10 FEB 12 FEB 16 515FEB 24 FEB 26 MAR 2 515MAR 3 MAR 5 MAR 9 515MAR 10 MAR 12 MAR 16 515MAR 17 MAR 19 MAR 23 515MAR 24 MAR 26 MAR 30 515MAR 31 APR 2 APR 6 515APR 7 APR 9 APR 13 515APR 18 APR 20 APR 24 515APR 28 APR 30 MAY 4 515MAY 5 MAY 7 MAY 11 515MAY 26 MAY 28 JUN 1 515JUN 2 JUN 4 JUN 8 515JUN 23 JUN 25 JUN 29 515JUN 30 JUL 2 JUL 6 515JUL 21 JUL 23 JUL 27 515JUL 28 JUL 30 AUG 3 515AUG 8 AUG 10 AUG 14 515AUG 18 AUG 20 AUG 24 515AUG 25 AUG 27 AUG 31 515SEP 5 SEP 7 SEP 11 515SEP 15 SEP 17 SEP 21 515SEP 22 SEP 24 SEP 28 515OCT 3 OCT 5 OCT 9 515OCT 13 OCT 15 OCT 19 515OCT 20 OCT 22 OCT 26 515OCT 31 NOV 2 NOV 6 529NOV 10 NOV 12 NOV 16 529NOV 17 NOV 19 NOV 23 529NOV 28 NOV 30 DEC 4 529DEC 8 DEC 10 DEC 14 529DEC 15 DEC 17 DEC 21 529DEC 26 DEC 28 JAN 1 5292011JAN 5 JAN 7 JAN 11 529JAN 12 JAN 14 JAN 18 529JAN 23 JAN 25 JAN 29 529FEB 2 FEB 4 FEB 8 529FEB 9 FEB 11 FEB 15 529FEB 23 FEB 25 MAR 1 529MAR 2 MAR 4 MAR 8 529MAR 9 MAR 11 MAR 15 529MAR 16 MAR 18 MAR 22 529

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• Four nights twin-share resortaccommodationBasis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.More info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• Two breakfasts (B) & one dinner (D)• A dedicated crew with an


• Transport in a modern, air-conditionedmini coach

• Sightseeing tours of all major towns• Local taxes & service charges

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

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• Three breakfasts (B) & two dinners (D)• A dedicated crew with an





Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Sydney, Australia.Day 3: Arrive SydneyCheck into the Chifley Potts Point Hotel &spend the rest of the free day exploringSydney. HotelDay 4: Sydney to Shoal Bay (PortStephens)Meet up with your Contiki crew & check outSydney’s icons. Then head up north to the‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens &pristine Shoal Bay where you can cruise withthe dolphins or try sandboarding. Resort (D)Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House &Harbour BridgeVisit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for apanoramic view of Sydney HarbourDay 5: Shoal Bay to Coffs HarbourContinue up Australia’s famous ‘holidaycoast’ to the beautiful beaches of CoffsHarbour where our Surf Camp & Schoolhas cabins located right on the beach.We'll teach you how to surf on the bestlocal waves. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 6: Coffs Harbour to SurfersParadiseWander through the relaxed, small coastaltown of Byron Bay with its organiclifestyle, artsy shops & fantastic eateries.Later, encounter native Aussie animals atCurrumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B)

Visit Cape Byron - Australia's mosteasterly point

Visit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle akoala & see kangaroos, emus,crocodiles, dingoes, Tasmanian devils& more!

Visit stunning Gold Coast beaches

Visit Jupiter's Casino

Day 7: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure activities & more bars than youcould 'poke a stick at'! Hotel

Day 8: Surfers ParadiseThe tour ends after breakfast & it’s time tosay farewell to your new friends. (B)

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

Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the sametime otherwise a quad or single will be required.Prices are tour only (not including airfares).Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.For Travel Insurance - see page 58.BSSB: Day 4 start Sydney 7:00am and Day 8 end Surfers Paradise

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Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb

Learn to surf

Dracula’s cabaret show

Sydney short break package Want a few extra days to get to know this beautiful harbor city? Grab avalue-packed collection of extras, excursions and great accommodationwith our two night Sydney Explorer package. Book it on its own, or beforeor after your trip.Armed with your included Explorer bus and Harbour passes, hop on and offto see the hot spots of Australia’s largest and most diverse city. Dunkyourself in the Bondi surf. Cruise by the Opera House. Take a ferry out toManly. Scale the heights of the Harbour Bridge. Lose yourself in the cobbledstreets of the historic Rocks district. Shop up a storm in markets &boutiques around Paddington.With a world-famous harbor and more than 70 sparkling beaches, Sydneyhas an edgy multiculturalism that fuels amazing food, entertainment and nightlife!

4 DaysSydney New Year

Itineraryand included sightseeing

Day 1: This afternoon check in to the hotel.Later, meet up with your Contiki Tour Manager& group. Get to know your new travel buddiesover a welcome drink & dinner. Hotel (D)

Day 2: Go sightseeing with the group thismorning. You’ll get to see all that Sydney hasto offer, including some of its iconic Easternbeaches, like Bondi. Tonight, get in on theaction as the streets fill with party goers & asfireworks explode over the world-famousharbor. Ring in the New Year! Hotel (B)

Day 3: Happy New Year! Today is yours tochill out. Have a late ‘recovery’ lunch & useyour day pass to cruise around the stunningharbor. Later in the afternoon, maybe hitBondi Beach to soak up some sun or climbthe Harbor Bridge! Hotel (L)

Day 4: Your New Year’s adventure endsafter breakfast & it’s time to say farewell toyour new friends. (B)

3 nightsaccommodation2 breakfasts1 dinner1 lunch

What’s included• Three nights triple-share centrally

located accommodation (twin-share supplement available)

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

• Dedicated, experienced &professional Tour Manager

• Sydney New Year’s orientation info• Half-day guided sightseeing tour

of Sydney & its beaches• One day Sydney Harbor cruise pass

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Sydney’s New Years Eve celebration is one of the mostspectacular in the world. Each year, the summer centersaround the city’s famous harbor. With the stunning HarborBridge as a backdrop, you’ll see breathtaking fireworks. To top it off, the streets are filled with a young, vibrant crowdand the bars, clubs, lounges and pubs are pumping.

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Learn to dive package

The five day PADI ‘Open Water’ dive course is by far the most popular way to learn. The adventure of learning to dive combined with staying out on the reef for two nights onboard a boat is really unique. The course takes you to nine of the Great Barrier Reef’s best dive sites and features two days of classroom and in-pool training.Then it’s onto the boat for actual reef diving. There’salso plenty of time to snorkel, relax and enjoy the reef experience.

Days 1-2: CairnsThe first two days of the course are spent at Pro DiveCairns modern training center learning the theory and practical skills of scuba diving. Each day finishesaround 5:30pm.

Days 3-4: Cairns to the dive boatThe next three days and two nights are spent livingonboard a premium live aboard dive vessel. You’ll havethe opportunity to participate in nine dives on a varietyof our 16 exclusive dive sites on the outer Great BarrierReef. Your first four dives will complete your open water certification and then as a certified diver you are able to take up to five more recreational dives. One of thesedives is a guided night dive! These extra dives will be ahighlight of your course and a truly memorable experience. Boat (L,D) (B,L,D).

Day 5: Dive boat to CairnsReturn to Cairns in the late afternoon where there’s the option to join your new diving mates and crew for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Resort (B,L).

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

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

What’s included

• 2 nights twin-shareaccommodation on nights 3 & 4 onboard the boat

• 1 night twin-share resort accommodation

• Transfers from Cairns accommodation to training center and boat

• 2 breakfasts• 3 lunches• 2 dinners • PADI ‘Open Water’

certificate & manual• Log book• Scuba equipmentImportant InfoAn Australian Diving medical certificate is needed. It can be arranged at a cost of A$49.50 on Day 1. Some taxes are payable directly to Pro Dive at the end of the course including the Environmental Management charge at a cost of A$45. Course is open age. You’ll need toarrange your own accommodation on nights 1 & 2 of this package – ask your agent or Contiki to help. If you’re staying at an alternative hotel in Cairns to ourrecommended Cairns Colonial Club, you’ll need to let Pro Dive Cairns know so they can arrange your transfer(prodivecairns.com). Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 984ft or over within 24 hours of your last dive.

PADI (Professional Association of Dive Instructors) is the largest dive education company in the world –prodivecairns.com

Go divingwith ContikiDive the Great Barrier Reef! Whether you’ve dived beforeor not, this Reef experience is hard to beat. It’s the largeston the planet, a natural wonder of the world and WorldHeritage site with 400 different types of coral and 1500species of fish – amazing. Take a night dive to see a wholedifferent side of the reef.Available with tours that start/finish in Cairns including Reefs and Rainforests (p.24-25), Island and Rainforest (p.32-33), Beaches and Reefs (p.26-27), Magical Tropics (p.34), Cairns Sunshine Trail (p.28-29) & Rainforest Adventure (p.35).

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

(see page 39)

6 Days 5 Nightsfrom US$609

Daily exc ept Sunday. Tour code CLTD

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Optional

5DaysDive to adventure

See the Whitsundays from your own private yacht! This sailing optionupgrade is a great alternative to spending two nights at DaydreamIsland Resort.

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

If you want to learn about sailing, the crew will teach you how to hoistthe sails and grind the winches, but if you’d prefer to relax, sunbakeand soak up the atmosphere – you can leave the hard work to them.Swim, snorkel, or relax your way around this tropical paradise. Thehighlight will definitely be a visit to Whitehaven beach.

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

What’s included2 nights multi-share accommodation (no twin avail). Dedicated & professional onboardcrew. Freshly prepared meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners) Snorkeling equipment.

Dive to adventure package

This five day dive and snorkeling adventure willshow you the very best of the Outer Great BarrierReef. It’s unmatched in value. You’ll participate inup to 11 dives over 16 exclusive dive sites.Day 1: CairnsCheck into the Cairns Colonial Club Resort with therest of the day at leisure to explore Cairns. ResortDay 2: Cairns to the dive boatAn early pickup (5:55am) and it’s off to the diveboat and out to the Great Barrier Reef to startthe adventure. The sites you’ll visit have beenselected for their variety, visibility and quality of coral and marine life. Boat (L,D).Day 3: Dive boat Today gives you the opportunity to explore thisWorld Heritage listed underwater playground bydiving and snorkeling. Back onboard, it’s good funwith fellow divers, stories, shared experiences,great food and a spectacular sunset. Boat (B,L,D). Day 4: Dive boat to CairnsThere’s more diving or snorkeling in different areas ofthe reef today. Later in the afternoon, return to Cairnswith a transfer back to your hotel. Resort (B,L).Day 5: CairnsSay a final farewell as your trip ends this morning.Please note: Prices are based on twin-share, bothpeople must book at the same time otherwise a singlewill be required.

5 Days 4 Nightsfrom US$555Daily exc ept Monday. Tour code CDTA

What’s included

• 2 nights twin-shareaccommodation onboard the boat & 2 nights twin-share resort accommodation

• Transfers from Cairns accommodation to the boat

• 2 breakfasts• 3 lunches• 2 dinners • 11 dives including 2 night

dives (weather permitting)• Dive & snorkeling equipment• Dive insurance

Important Info. You must hold a minimum of an‘Open water dive’ certificate to be able to takethis trip. Some taxes are payable directly to ProDive at the end of the course including theEnvironmental Management charge at a cost ofA$45. Course is open age. Digital UnderwaterCameras are available for hire. Safety dictatesthat you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 984ft orover within 24 hours of your last dive. A 5 day snorkeling package is also available at a cost ofUS$475 – see contiki.com/snorkel.

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KINGS CANYON: Camel ride through an

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TEDA: Day 4 start Darwin 7:30am and Day 14 end Alice Springs12:00noonTour only quad-share reduction: US$239Tour only single supplement: US$500


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

Depart Start Finish TourUSA A.Springs Darwin Only

2009JUL 23 JUL 25 AUG 5 1359AUG 20 AUG 22 SEP 2 1359SEP 17 SEP 19 SEP 30 1359OCT 15 OCT 17 OCT 28 1359NOV 12 NOV 14 NOV 25 1335DEC 10 DEC 12 DEC 23 13352010JAN 7 JAN 9 JAN 20 1335FEB 4 FEB 6 FEB 17 1335MAR 4 MAR 6 MAR 17 1335APR 1 APR 3 APR 14 1415APR 29 MAY 1 MAY 12 1415MAY 27 MAY 29 JUN 9 1415JUN 24 JUN 26 JUL 7 1415JUL 22 JUL 24 AUG 4 1399AUG 19 AUG 21 SEP 1 1399SEP 16 SEP 18 SEP 29 1399OCT 14 OCT 16 OCT 27 1399NOV 11 NOV 13 NOV 24 1375DEC 9 DEC 11 DEC 22 13752011JAN 6 JAN 8 JAN 19 1375FEB 3 FEB 5 FEB 16 1375MAR 3 MAR 5 MAR 16 1375

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Depart Start Finish TourUSA Darwin A.Springs Only

2009JUL 12 JUL 14 JUL 25 1369AUG 9 AUG 11 AUG 22 1369SEP 6 SEP 8 SEP 19 1369OCT 4 OCT 6 OCT 17 1369NOV 1 NOV 3 NOV 14 1345NOV 29 DEC 1 DEC 12 1345DEC 27 DEC 29 JAN 9 13452010JAN 24 JAN 26 FEB 6 1345FEB 21 FEB 23 MAR 6 1345MAR 21 MAR 23 APR 3 1345APR 18 APR 20 MAY 1 1425MAY 16 MAY 18 MAY 29 1425JUN 13 JUN 15 JUN 26 1425JUL 11 JUL 13 JUL 24 1409AUG 8 AUG 10 AUG 21 1409SEP 5 SEP 7 SEP 18 1409OCT 3 OCT 5 OCT 16 1409OCT 31 NOV 2 NOV 13 1385NOV 28 NOV 30 DEC 11 1385DEC 26 DEC 28 JAN 8 13852011JAN 23 JAN 25 FEB 5 1385FEB 20 FEB 22 MAR 5 1385

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• 11 nights twin-share accommodation:eight nights in hotels, two nights in alodge & one night on an outbackbush camp in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.Outback bush camp quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

• Nine breakfasts (B) & four dinners (D)• A dedicated crew with an




Swim in the rock pools

Hot air ballooning

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

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Alice Springs, Australia.Day 3: Arrive Alice SpringsCheck into the All Seasons Oasis Hoteland spend the rest of the day exploringAlice Springs. Hotel Day 4: Alice SpringsMeet up with your Contiki Crew & explorethe Outback's unofficial capital 'The Alice',famous for its remote location. It is thenational hub for Aboriginal art and ispopulated by Aussie characters. Hotel (D)Alice Springs town tourVisit ANZAC Hill lookoutSee Alice Springs Telegraph StationVisit Alice Springs Desert Park tolearn about plants & animals foundacross the Central Australian desertVisit the important Aboriginal culturalsite of Simpson’s GapVisit West MacDonnell National ParkDay 5: Alice Springs to Kings CreekStationStrike out West to rugged Kings CreekStation, a working camel station. Tonightdo as the real Aussie 'bushies' do & sleepunder the stars in a 'comfy swag'.Outback bush camp (B,D)Cross the Finke River - the oldest riverin the worldEnjoy a unique experience at anovernight bush camp on a cattle &camel stationSee the desert night sky & starsDay 6: Kings Creek Station to UluruWalk through one of the most spectacularsights in central Australia – Kings Canyon.Then hit the road for the Yulara Resort &watch the sun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock).Lodge (B)Visit Watarrka (Kings Canyon) NationalParkHike to the 'Garden of Eden'waterhole & the 'Lost City'See Mt. Connor, over 700 million yearsoldDay 7: UluruWatch shadows & changing colors at playas the sun rises over Australia’s famousicon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up, onor around ’The Rock’. Then visit Kata Tjuta(The Olga’s) where each rock represents aperson, an animal or food from theAboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B)Entry to Uluru National Park (feeincluded)See Uluru up close at sunset & sunriseVisit the Uluru Cultural CenterHike the Valley of the Winds at KataTjuta (The Olga's)Day 8: Uluru to Alice SpringsTake a pit stop at a fascinating institutionin outback travel, the traditional AustralianRoadhouse, on the return trip to AliceSprings. Hotel (B)Day 9: Alice Springs to Tennant CreekChoose to see the sunrise over theMacDonnell Ranges from a hot air balloon.Tonight’s stay is in Tennant Creeksurrounded by million-acre cattle stations& Aboriginal communities. Hotel (D)Visit the small art gallery in Ti Tree tosee Aboriginal art & didgeridoosMaybe sight a UFO in the town ofWycliffe Well

Visit the Devil’s Marbles rock formationStay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outbacktown of Tennant CreekDay 10: Tennant Creek to KatherineStop & ‘tip one back’ at the oldest pub inthe Territory before dipping into therefreshing Mataranka Thermal Pools.Continue on to the lush river town ofKatherine. Hotel (B)Visit Daly Waters - the famousoutback pubChill out & swim in the Matarankathermal poolsVisit Elsey - the historic ’We of theNever Never’ homesteadDay 11: Katherine to Kakadu NationalParkHike, walk, or take an optional boat trip for an up close experience with dramaticKatherine Gorge. Then it’s on to KakaduNational Park via Edith or Gunlom Falls.Hotel (B,D)Visit mighty Katherine Gorge to seethe sheer rock walls & wildlifeDay 12: Kakadu National Park'Be stunned by the ecological 'jewel' ofKakadu and its variety of superblandscapes and wildlife. It has arguablyAustralia's best Aboriginal rock art foundat places like Nourlangie Rock. Hotel (B)Walk & see the Aboriginal rock artVisit the Warradjan Aboriginal CulturalCenterWildlife cruise to see crocodiles &native birdsDay 13: Kakadu National Park to DarwinWind your way to Darwin, an exotic, diverseplace that combines East & West & attractspeople from all over the country. Tonightmaybe try lucking out at the casino or godancing & party the night away. Hotel (B)Visit Darwin Museum, home to theCyclone Tracy displayDay 14: Darwin to Litchfield NationalParkDelve into the Northern Territory’s bestkept secret, Litchfield National Park &plunge into the cool pool of water belowFlorence Falls. Then it’s back to Darwinwhere the tour ends & its time to sayfarewell to your new friends. (B)See the unique, huge termite moundsSee Litchfield’s rainforests & rockformationsEnjoy a swim at Florence Falls

Kakadu wildlife cruise

Nourlangie rock art

Stay LongerSee page 14 for great rates toextend your vacation.

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Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Darwin, Australia.Day 3: Arrive DarwinCheck into the Quality Frontier Darwin &spend the rest of the free day exploringDarwin. HotelDay 4: Darwin & Litchfield National ParkDelve into the Northern Territory’s best keptsecret, Litchfield National Park & plunge intothe cool pool of water below Florence Falls.Head back to Darwin & get ready for a nightout on the town. Hotel See the unique, huge termite moundsSee Litchfield’s rainforests &sandstone formationsEnjoy a swim at Florence FallsDay 5: Darwin to Kakadu National ParkToday, hit the streets of tropical Darwin, an exotic, diverse place that combinesEast & West & attracts people from all overthe country. Then wind your way toKakadu National Park. Hotel (B,D)Darwin city tourSee Darwin’s harbour & the East PointMilitary ReserveVisit Darwin Museum, home to theCyclone Tracy displayDay 6: Kakadu National Park'Be stunned by the ecological 'jewel' ofKakadu and its variety of superblandscapes and wildlife. It has arguablyAustralia's best Aboriginal rock art foundat places like Nourlangie Rock. Hotel (B)

Walk & see the Aboriginal rock art Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal CulturalCentreWildlife cruise to see crocodiles &native birdsDay 7: Kakadu National Park toKatherineContinue on, via Gunlom or Edith Falls, tothe surprisingly lush river town of Katherine.On the way, stop & walk, or take an optionalboat trip to experience Katherine Gorge.Hotel (B)Visit mighty Katherine Gorge & seethe sheer rock walls & wildlifeDay 8: Katherine to Tennant CreekChill out with a refreshing swim atMataranka before stopping & ‘enjoying acoldie’ at the oldest pub in the Territory.Tonight, stay in Tennant Creek surroundedby million-acre cattle stations & localAboriginal communities. (B,D)Swim in the Mataranka thermal pools Visit Elsey, the historic ’We of theNever Never’ homesteadVisit Daly Waters - famous outbackpub Stay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outbacktown of Tennant CreekDay 9: Tennant Creek to Alice SpringsSee the mythological Devil’s Marbles rocksbefore crossing the Tropic of Capricorn.Arrive in Alice Springs where the tour ends& it’s time to say farewell to your newfriends. (B)See Aboriginal art & didgeridoos in TiTree’s local art galleryMaybe sight a UFO in Wycliffe Well!Please note: The reverse itinerary (AKAD) one ofthe nights accommodation in Darwin is replacedwith one night in Alice Springs.

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

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AKAD: Day 4 start Alice Springs 9:00am and Day 9 end Darwin 6:00pmTour only quad-share reduction: US$125Tour only single supplement: US$279


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

Depart Start Finish TourUSA Darwin A.Springs Only

2009JUL 12 JUL 14 JUL 20 869AUG 9 AUG 11 AUG 17 869SEP 6 SEP 8 SEP 14 869OCT 4 OCT 6 OCT 12 869NOV 1 NOV 3 NOV 9 855NOV 29 DEC 1 DEC 7 855DEC 27 DEC 29 JAN 4 8552010JAN 24 JAN 26 FEB 1 855FEB 21 FEB 23 MAR 1 855MAR 21 MAR 23 MAR 29 855APR 18 APR 20 APR 26 905MAY 16 MAY 18 MAY 24 905JUN 13 JUN 15 JUN 21 905JUL 11 JUL 13 JUL 19 895AUG 8 AUG 10 AUG 16 895SEP 5 SEP 7 SEP 13 895OCT 3 OCT 5 OCT 11 895OCT 31 NOV 2 NOV 8 879NOV 28 NOV 30 DEC 6 879DEC 26 DEC 28 JAN 3 8792011JAN 23 JAN 25 JAN 31 879FEB 20 FEB 22 FEB 28 879

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

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2009JUN 30 JUL 2 JUL 8 859JUL 28 JUL 30 AUG 5 859AUG 25 AUG 27 SEP 2 859SEP 22 SEP 24 SEP 30 859OCT 20 OCT 22 OCT 28 859NOV 17 NOV 19 NOV 25 845DEC 15 DEC 17 DEC 23 8452010JAN 12 JAN 14 JAN 20 845FEB 9 FEB 11 FEB 17 845APR 6 APR 8 APR 14 895MAY 4 MAY 6 MAY 12 895JUN 1 JUN 3 JUN 9 895JUN 29 JUL 1 JUL 7 885JUL 27 JUL 29 AUG 4 885AUG 24 AUG 26 SEP 1 885SEP 21 SEP 23 SEP 29 885OCT 19 OCT 21 OCT 27 885NOV 16 NOV 18 NOV 24 869DEC 14 DEC 16 DEC 22 8692011JAN 11 JAN 13 JAN 19 869FEB 8 FEB 10 FEB 16 869MAR 8 MAR 10 MAR 16 869



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Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Alice Springs, Australia.Day 3: Arrive Alice SpringsCheck into the All Seasons Oasis Hotel tomeet up with your Contiki Crew. Explorethe Outback’s unofficial capital, ‘The Alice’,famous for its remote location. It is thenational hub for Aboriginal art and ispopulated by Aussie characters. Hotel (D)Alice Springs town tourVisit ANZAC Hill lookoutSee Alice Springs Telegraph StationVisit Alice Springs Desert Park & learnabout plants & animals found acrossthe Central Australian desertVisit the important Aboriginal culturalsite of Simpson’s GapVisit West MacDonnell National ParkDay 4: Alice Springs to Kings CreekStationStrike out West to rugged Kings CreekStation, a working camel station. Tonightdo as the real Aussie 'bushies' do & sleepunder the stars in a 'comfy swag'.Outbackbush camp (B,D)Cross the Finke - the world’s oldest riverEnjoy a unique experience at anovernight bush camp on a cattle &camel stationSee the desert night sky & stars

Day 5: Kings Creek Station to UluruWalk through one of the most spectacularsights in central Australia – Kings Canyon.Then hit the road for the Yulara Resort &watch the sun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock).Lodge (B)Visit Watarrka (Kings Canyon) NationalParkHike to the 'Garden of Eden'waterhole & the 'Lost City'See Mt. Connor, over 700 million years oldDay 6: UluruWatch shadows & changing colors at playas the sun rises over Australia’s famousicon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up, onor around ’The Rock’. Then visit KataTjuta (The Olga’s) where each rockrepresents a person, an animal or foodfrom the Aboriginal Dreaming. Lodge (B)Entry to Uluru National Park (feeincluded) See Uluru up close at sunset & sunrise Visit the Uluru Cultural Center Hike the Valley of the Winds at KataTjuta (The Olga's)Day 7: Uluru to Alice SpringsTake a pit stop at a fascinating institutionin outback travel, the traditional AustralianRoadhouse, on the return trip to AliceSprings. Hotel (B)Day 8: Alice SpringsCheck out more of the unique local sightsor choose to take an amazing optional hotair balloon flight. The tour ends in theafternoon & it’s time to say farewell to yournew friends. Please note: The reverse itinerary (AEAD) will beone day longer in Alice Springs due tointernational flight schedules.

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12:00noonTour only quad-share reduction: US$115Tour only single supplement: US$225

AEAD: Day 4 start Alice Springs 9:00am and Day 9 end Alice Springs10:00amTour only quad-share reduction: US$129Tour only single supplement: US$265


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

Depart Start Finish TourUSA A.Springs A.Springs Only

2009JUL 18 JUL 20 JUL 25 769AUG 15 AUG 17 AUG 22 769SEP 12 SEP 14 SEP 19 769OCT 10 OCT 12 OCT 17 769NOV 7 NOV 9 NOV 14 755DEC 5 DEC 7 DEC 12 7552010JAN 2 JAN 4 JAN 9 755JAN 30 FEB 1 FEB 6 755FEB 27 MAR 1 MAR 6 755MAR 27 MAR 29 APR 3 755APR 24 APR 26 MAY 1 799MAY 22 MAY 24 MAY 29 799JUN 19 JUN 21 JUN 26 799JUL 17 JUL 19 JUL 24 795AUG 14 AUG 16 AUG 21 795SEP 11 SEP 13 SEP 18 795OCT 9 OCT 11 OCT 16 795NOV 6 NOV 8 NOV 13 775DEC 4 DEC 6 DEC 11 7752011JAN 1 JAN 3 JAN 8 775JAN 29 JAN 31 FEB 5 775FEB 26 FEB 28 MAR 5 775

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

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ALICE SPRINGS: Dawn hot air balloon flight over desert - Learn about Aboriginal people on a‘Dreamtime Bushtucker’ experience KINGS CANYON: Explore Kings Creek Station on a quad-bike -Scenic helicopter flight over the Canyon ULURU: Take a ‘wild’ ride on a Harley Davidson aroundUluru - Champagne sunset & snacks



• Five nights twin-shareaccommodation (six nights forreverse itinerary): Two nights in hotels, two nights in alodge & one night on an outbackbush camp in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’Basis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.Outback bush camp quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.com/ausaccommodation

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

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On a sailing boat, cruising the breathtaking Milford Sound In the Bay of Islands at a resort hotel near the beachA cozy Queenstown lodge looking over the lake & snow-capped mountainsAt a rainforest retreat in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier villageOn the doorstep of glacial Lake Ohau & the surrounding wilderness When in the cities, it’s quality, central hotels

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Bungee jumping

Partying in Queenstown

Heli-glacier trip

Pump the adrenaline with bungee,canyon swinging & sky divingRelaaaaax in Rotorua’s hot thermal pools

Become a ‘Zorbanaut’ Carve on the slopes skiing & boarding

Do some serious feasting at a traditional Maori Hangi Hike on an ancient glacierCruise the beautiful Bay of Islands

Get close to nature on a seal spotting safari‘Get all Hollywood’ spotting famous Lord

of the Rings locations

Swim with dolphins Meet a kiwi (…the bird, that is)

Blackwater raft underground caves at Waitomo

Get a taste for NZ farm life at the Agrodome

Surf the sand dunes at 90 Mile Beach

Take the triple challenge - jetboating,

whitewater rafting & a heli ride

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New Zealand

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16 Dayoption for the Grand ExplorerShort for time? We’ve got a 16 day version of the Grand Explorer tour that starts or ends in Queenstown, & includes Milford Sound.

• For 16 day tour price - deduct US$125 from price in the price box.• Tour only quad reduction: US$139.• Tour only single supplement: US$459.• Code: ex Auckland: NDZA. Start 12:00 noon/End 2:00pm. • Code: ex Queenstown: NDZC. Start 11:00am/End 12:00 noon. • 16 day tour starts or ends at Queenstown airport.

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WAITOMO: Black water rafting through underground caves ROTORUA: Traditional Maori Hangi feast & cultural show - Guided walk through the bush to spot KiwisLAKE TAUPO: Parasailing WELLINGTON: Day trip to major ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie locations FOX GLACIER: Guided glacier hike right onto the glacier itself (gear provided)QUEENSTOWN: Scenic tandem skydive - AJ Hackett bungee jump - Skyswing 1312ft above the town LAKE TEKAPO: Scenic flight over glaciers & Mt Cook, NZ’s highest peak


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8:00amTour only quad reduction: US$165Tour only single supplement: US$509

NGZC: Day 4 start Christchurch 8:00am and Day 18 end Auckland12:00 noonTour only quad reduction: US$165Tour only single supplement: US$509


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

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Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Auckland, New Zealand.Day 3: Auckland to Bay of IslandsMeet up with your Contiki Crew & head tothe laidback lifestyle of the Northland region.Later, chill out in seaside Paihia. Hotel (D)Venture across Auckland's HarbourBridge & see the 'City of Sails' harborSee Auckland’s Sky TowerFree time in Parry Kauri Park, home tomany ancient giant kauri trees Day 4: Bay of IslandsChill out on the beach, visit the Maori triballands or try out watersports. Hotel (B)Day 5: Bay of Islands to WaitomoCircle back to Auckland. After lunch, rollthrough the lush, countryside to Waitomo,with its amazing limestone formations & visitthe glittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (B,D)Enjoy a typical New Zealand country pubPizza partyDay 6: Waitomo to RotoruaEnter Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermalarea & a cultural center of the native Maoripeople. Soak in hot, bubbly pools and thenchow down at a traditional Maori hangi &concert. Hotel (B)Rotorua city tourVisit Agrodome Theme Park to see Kiwi farm animals & a world famoussheep showDay 7: Rotorua to TaupoTravel through the volcanic Wairakei area andfind yourself in Taupo, which offers some greatback-to-nature adventure activities. Resort (B)See raging Huka FallsView Lake Taupo - New Zealand’slargest lakeDay 8: Taupo to WellingtonJourney through World Heritage listedTanogario National Park, to the vibrant capitalwith the coolest nightlife in NZ. Hotel (B)See the dramatic volcanic landscapemade famous in the 'Lord of the Rings'See the active volcano - Mt RuapehuWellington city tourVisit Mt. Victoria for panoramic viewsDay 9: WellingtonCheck out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressive harborviews & hot arts scene, complete with hipbars, eclectic shopping, & thriving late nightentertainment. Hotel (B)See even more of the sights madefamous in the 'Lord of the Rings'Day 10: Wellington to ChristchurchHop on a ferry to a whole different world onthe South Island. Travel stunning coastline,to Christchurch. Hotel (B)

Cruise Cook Strait & the scenicMarlborough & Queen Charlotte SoundsVisit a seal colonyDay 11: Christchurch to Franz Josef GlacierVenture through the majestic Southern Alps& along the rugged West Coast to Hokitika &later on to Franz Josef. Hotel (B,D)Christchurch city tour Scenic drive through Arthur's Pass See traditional Maori greenstone carvingDay 12: Franz Josef Glacier toQueenstownExplore the icy slopes of Franz Josef & FoxGlaciers. Then hit the road for thebreathtaking Southern Lakes & Queenstown.Lodge (B,D)Drive through Westland National Parkfeaturing glaciers & ancient rainforestsStunning drive through the Southern Alps;see Lake Hawea & the Crown RangeDays 13-14: QueenstownYou’ve got two free days to explore the ‘World’sAdventure Capital’ & its endless activities. Plusits atmospheric restaurants, bars & lakesidesetting will blow your mind! Lodge (B)(B)Queenstown tourSee The Remarkables & Coronet Peakmountain ranges

Day 15: Queenstown to Milford SoundFirst up, a pit stop at the home of bungee -Kawarau Bridge. Give this crazy thrill-sport a go!Take it easy traveling through striking country-side to Milford Sound. Overnight cruise (B,D)Contiki exclusive overnight cruise onMilford Sound in Fiordland National ParkCruise past rocky cliffs & forested slopes See the inspiring 5551ft high Mitre PeakDay 16: Milford Sound to Lake OhauPan for gold in the quaint, old mining townof Arrowtown. Later set out for the beautifulblue glacial Lake Ohau. Lodge (B,D)Soak up the historical ambience ofArrowtown with its original buildingsCatch a glimpse of impressive Mt. CookDay 17: Lake Ohau to ChristchurchOpt in for an amazing scenic flight over Mt.Cook. Then cut through Mackenzie Countryback to Christchurch for free time. Hotel (B)Day 18: Finish ChristchurchSay a final farewell to your new friends as yourtrip ends this morning after breakfast. (B)

Days 13-14: SkiQueenstown optionWant to ‘carve’ some of the great skimountains around Queenstown? If you’retraveling in July or August choose to skior board for 2 full days - we can evenorganize ski equipment and lessons foryou. Lodge. (B)(B)

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ROTORUA: Skyline gondola and luge rides - Guided walk through the bush to spot Kiwis & Tuataras LAKE TAUPO: Rocks‘n’Ropes adventure course (trapezes, high-wires, tightropes) WELLINGTON: Quad biking through rugged, outback bushland - In-depth Wellington city tour FOX GLACIER: Heli-hike tour - fly to & walk on the glacier QUEENSTOWN: Whitewater raft on the Shotover or Kawarau Rivers LAKE TEKAPO: Scenic flight over glaciers & Mt Cook, NZ’s highest peak

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• For 14 day tour price - deduct US$125 from price in the price box.• Tour only quad reduction: US$115.• Tour only single supplement: US$365.• Code: ex Auckland: NBZA. Start 12:00 noon/End 2:00pm. • Code: ex Queenstown: NBZC. Start 11:00am/End 12:00 noon. • 14 day tour starts or ends at Queenstown airport.

Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Auckland, New Zealand.Day 3: Auckland to WaitomoMeet up with your Contiki Crew & roll throughlush, green countryside to Waitomo, with itsamazing limestone formations & visit theglittering Glowworm Grotto. Lodge (D)Enjoy a typical New Zealand country pubPizza partyDay 4: Waitomo to RotoruaEnter Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermalarea & a cultural center of the native Maoripeople. Soak in hot, bubbly pools and thenchow down at a traditional Maori hangi &concert. Hotel (B)Rotorua city tourVisit Agrodome Theme Park to see Kiwifarm animals & a world famous sheepshowDay 5: Rotorua to TaupoTravel through the volcanic Wairakei area andfind yourself in Taupo, which offers some greatback-to-nature adventure activities.” Resort (B)See raging Huka FallsView Lake Taupo - a vast crater createdfrom a volcanic blast & New Zealand’slargest lakeDay 6: Taupo to WellingtonJourney through World Heritage ListedTanogario National Park, the vibrant capitalwith the coolest nightlife in NZ. Hotel (B)See the dramatic volcanic landscapemade famous in the 'Lord of the Rings'See the active volcano - Mt. RuapehuWellington city tourVisit Mt. Victoria for panoramic viewsDay 7: WellingtonCheck out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressive harborviews & hot arts scene, complete with hipbars, eclectic shopping & thriving late nightentertainment. Hotel (B)See even more of the sights madefamous in the 'Lord of the Rings'Day 8: Wellington to ChristchurchHop on a ferry to a whole different world on theSouth Island. Travel down the stunningKaikoura coastline through the country’s largestwine region to Christchurch. Hotel (B)Cruise Cook Strait & the scenicMarlborough & Queen Charlotte SoundsVisit a seal colonyDay 9: Christchurch to Franz Josef GlacierVenture through the majestic Southern Alps &along the rugged West Coast to Hokitika.Then later, it’s on to Franz Josef. Hotel (B,D)

Christchurch city tour Scenic drive through Arthur's PassSee traditional Maori greenstone carvingDay 10: Franz Josef Glacier toQueenstownExplore the icy slopes of Franz Josef & FoxGlaciers. Then hit the road for the breathtakingSouthern Lakes & Queenstown. Lodge (B,D)Drive through Westland National Parkfeaturing glaciers & ancient rainforestsStunning drive through the Southern Alps;see Lake Hawea & the Crown RangeDays 11-12: QueenstownYou’ve got two free days to explore the‘World’s Adventure Capital’ & its endless list ofactivities. Its atmospheric restaurants, bars &lakeside setting that will blow your mind!Lodge (B)(B)Queenstown tourSee The Remarkables & Coronet Peakmountain ranges

Day 13: Queenstown to Milford SoundFirst up, a pit stop at the home of bungee -Kawarau Bridge. Give this crazy thrill-sport ago! Take it easy traveling through stunningcountry-side to Milford Sound. Overnightcruise (B,D)Contiki exclusive overnight cruise onMilford Sound in Fiordland National ParkCruise past sheer rocky cliffs & forestsclinging to the slopes See the inspiring 5551ft high Mitre PeakDay 14: Milford Sound to Lake OhauPan for gold in the quaint, old mining town ofArrowtown. Later set out for the beautiful blueglacial Lake Ohau. Lodge (B,D)Soak up the historical ambience ofArrowtown with its original wooden &stone buildingsCatch a glimpse of impressive Mt. CookDay 15: Lake Ohau to ChristchurchOpt in for an amazing scenic flight over Mt.Cook. Then cut through Mackenzie Countryback to Chirstchurch for free time. Hotel (B)See the beautiful turquoise waters ofglacial Lake TekapoDay 16: Finish ChristchurchSay a final farewell to your new friends asyour trip ends this morning after breakfast. (B)



Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required. (Quad-share on Milford Wanderer).Prices are tour only (not including airfares).Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.For Travel Insurance - see page 58.NPZA: Day 3 start Auckland 12:00 noon and Day 16 end Christchurch

8:00amTour only quad reduction: US$145Tour only single supplement: US$429

NPZC: Day 4 start Christchurch 8:00am and Day 16 end Auckland12:00 noonTour only quad reduction: US$145Tour only single supplement: US$429


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When to go and how muchCode: NSZC 2009/10/11All prices per person in US$

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• Eight nights twin-shareaccommodation: two nights in a hotel, one night in aresort, four nights in lodges & onenight onboard a cruise boatBasis: Mainly twin-share. Quad/single-share also available.Cruise boat quad-share only

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QUEENSTOWN: Thrilling jet boat ride through the Shotover River - River ‘boogie boarding’ (with flippers)! - Canyon swing on a giant rope across the Shotover River, 358ft up!FOX GLACIER: Guided glacier hike onto the glacier itself (gear provided) - Heli-hike tour - fly to & walk on the glacier - Scenic helicopter flight to see Mt Cook & walk on Fox glacier

Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Christchurch, New Zealand.Day 3: Arrive ChristchurchCheck into Bealeys Hotel with the rest ofthe day at leisure to explore Christchurch.Hotel Day 4: Christchurch to Lake OhauMeet up with your Contiki Crew and set outfor Lake Ohau this morning. On the way,cut through Mackenzie Country, snap apicture of glacial Lake Tekapo’s brilliantturquoise water, and catch a glimpse ofimpressive Mt. Cook. Lodge (D)Day 5: Lake Ohau to Milford SoundPan for gold in the quaint, old mining townof Arrowtown. Then its back on the roadto travel through more dramaticcountryside and through Homer Tunnel enroute to the world-famous Milford Sound.Overnight cruise (B,D)Soak up the historical ambiance ofArrowtown with its original wooden &stone buildingsContiki exclusive overnight cruise onMilford Sound in Fiordland National ParkCruise past sheer rocky cliffs &forests clinging to the slopes See the awe-inspiring 5551ft highMitre PeakDay 6: Milford Sound to QueenstownFirst up, a pit-stop at the home of bungee- Kawarau Bridge. Give this crazy thrill-sport a go! After the adrenaline rush, takeit easy as we continue on to a travelersfavorite - Queenstown. Lodge (B,D)Days 7-8: QueenstownYou’ve got two free days to explore the‘World’s Adventure Capital’ & its endlesslist of activities. Its atmosphericrestaurants, bars & lakeside setting willblow your mind! Lodge (B)(B)Queenstown tourSee The Remarkables & Coronet Peakmountain ranges

Day 9: Queenstown to Franz JosefGlacierHit the road and pass the last of thebreathtaking Southern Lakes area and upover Haast Pass to icy terrain of the FranzJosef and Fox Glacier region. Hotel (B,D)Drive through Westland National Parkfeaturing glaciers & ancient rainforestsStunning drive through the SouthernAlpsDay 10: Franz Josef Glacier toChristchurchVenture along the rugged West Coast upto Hokitika and then through the majesticSouthern Alps on an amazing drive back toChristchurch where you’ll have free time toexplore. (B)See traditional Maori greenstonecarvingScenic drive through Arthur's PassNational Park Christchurch city tour Day 11: Finish ChristchurchSay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning afterbreakfast. (B)Please note: This is the itinerary for the tour codeNSZC. The NSZA itinerary operates in reverse.

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• For 12 day tour price - add US$125 to price in the price box. • Tour only quad reduction: US$95.• Tour only single supplement: US$340.• Code: ex Christchurch: NSHC. Start 8:00am/End 8:00am. • Code: ex Wellington: NSHA. Start 7:00am/End 8:00am. • 12 day tour starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel in Wellington.

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When to go and how muchCode: NNHA 2009/10/11All prices per person in US$


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WAITOMO: Guided tours of Ruakuri or Waitomo Caves to see the famous glowworms & rock formations - Black water rafting through underground caves ROTORUA: Traditional Maori Hangi feast & cultural show - Become a ‘zorbonaut’ & race down a hill inside a huge zorb ball LAKE TAUPO: Jet boat ride to Huka Falls - Evening lake cruise including fishing & karaoke! WELLINGTON: Quad biking through rugged, outback bushland

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Auckland, New Zealand.

Day 3: Auckland to Bay of IslandsMeet up with your Contiki Crew & head upto the & green Northland region with itslaidback lifestyle. Later, chill out for thenight in the Bay of Islands in seasidePaihia. Hotel (D)

Venture across Auckland's HarbourBridge & see the 'City of Sails' harbor made famous by the America's Cup

See Auckland’s Sky Tower

Free time in Parry Kauri Park – hometo a national treasure of ancient, giantkauri trees

Day 4: Bay of IslandsThis region ranks as one of NZ’s topnatural playgrounds – chill out on thebeach, visit the Maori tribal lands, or tryout watersports. Hotel (B)

Sightseeing tours of Paihia & Waitangi

See the Tribal Lands of the Nga PuhiMaori

Day 5: Bay of Islands to WaitomoCircle back to Auckland. After lunch, rollthrough the lush, green countryside toWaitomo, with its amazing limestoneformations & visit the glittering GlowwormGrotto. Lodge (B,D)

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Day 6: Waitomo to RotoruaEnter Rotorua, NZ’s most dynamic thermalarea & a cultural center of the native Maoripeople. Soak in hot, bubbly pools andthen chow down at a traditional Maorihangi & concert. Hotel (B)

Rotorua city tour

Visit Agrodome Theme Park to seeKiwi farm animals & a world famoussheep show

Day 7: Rotorua to TaupoTravel through the volcanic Wairakei areaand find yourself in Taupo, which offerssome great back-to-nature adventureactivities. Resort (B)

See raging Huka FallsView Lake Taupo - a vast cratercreated from a volcanic blast & NewZealand’s largest lakeDay 8: Taupo to WellingtonJourney through World Heritage listedTanogario National Park, the vibrant capitalwith the coolest nightlife in NZ. Hotel (B)See the dramatic volcanic landscapemade famous in the 'Lord of the Rings'See the active volcano, Mt. RuapehuWellington city tourVisit Mt. Victoria for panoramic viewsDay 9: WellingtonCheck out ‘Windy Welly’s’ impressiveharbor views & hot arts scene completewith hip bars, eclectic shopping & thrivinglate night entertainment. Hotel (B)See even more of the sights madefamous in the 'Lord of the Rings'Day 10: Wellington to ChristchurchHop on a ferry to a whole different worldon the South Island. Travel down thestunning Kaikoura coastline through thecountry’s largest wine region toChristchurch where you’ll have free timeto explore. (B)Cruise Cook Strait & the scenicMarlborough & Queen CharlotteSoundsVisit a seal colony on the KaikouraCoastDay 11: Finish ChristchurchSay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning afterbreakfast. (B)

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• For 9 day tour price - deduct US$185 from price in the price box.

• Tour only quad reduction: US$50.• Tour only single supplement: US$285.• Code: ex Auckland: NNZA. Start 12:00 noon/End 8:00am. • Code: ex Wellington: NNZC. Start 7:30am/End 12:00 noon. • 9 day tour starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel in Wellington.


Prices are based on twin-share, both people must book at the same time otherwise a quad or single will be required. Prices are tour only (not including airfares).Need flights? We've got great deals - see page 15.For Travel Insurance - see page 58.NNHA: Day 3 start Auckland 12:00noon and Day 11 end Christchurch

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Venture across Auckland's HarbourBridge & see the 'City of Sails' harbormade famous by the America's Cup


Free time in Parry Kauri Park – hometo a national treasure of ancient, giantkauri trees

Day 4: Bay of IslandsThis region ranks as one of New Zealand’stop natural playgrounds & getting out onthe water is a must! Choose a seakayaking adventure, swimming with thedolphins, parasailing over the beautifulturquoise waters, or speeding through the‘Hole in the Rock’ on a fast boat throughthe islands. This area is also a place rich inMaori culture. Explore their Tribal Lands &learn more about the region’s history asthe nation’s birthplace. Later, take yourpick from one of the area’s many stunning

beaches & chill out under the sun.Hotel (B)



Day 5: Bay of Islands to AucklandWrap up your sun-filled days in ‘The Bay’& return to the big city. Head souththrough the unspoiled Northlandcountryside & catch some excellent city &harbor views before the tour ends aroundlunchtime. Swap emails & it's time to sayfarewell to your new friends. (B)

BAY OF ISLANDS: Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls - Swim with the dolphins - Exciting‘Fastboat’ trip through the ‘Hole in the Rock’ - Day tour to ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ with off-roading &sand dune ‘surfing’

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Auckland 12:00noon.Tour only quad reduction: US$25 Tour only single supplement: US$79

• The tour code for these dates is NCZC only•• The tour code for these dates is NCZA onlyFor departure points and how to extend your stay see page 14.Check out Cool Deals for ways to save - see page 13.

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Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Auckland, New Zealand.Day 3: Auckland to Bay of IslandsMeet up with your Contiki Crew in NewZealand's largest city. Hop on the coach &head to the green Northland region. Thisarea is a favorite vacation destination withthe Kiwis because of its never-endingbeaches & laidback lifestyle. On the way,stop & walk through a forest reserve withfascinating Kauri trees. Tonight, take iteasy at a seaside resort in Paihia &breathe in the beauty & spectacularscenery of the Bay of Islands. Hotel (D)

Venture across Auckland's HarbourBridge & see the 'City of Sails' harbormade famous by the America's Cup


Free time in Parry Kauri Park – hometo a national treasure of ancient, giant kauri trees

Day 4: Bay of IslandsThis region ranks as one of New Zealand’stop natural playgrounds & getting out onthe water is a must! Choose a seakayaking adventure, swimming with thedolphins, parasailing over the beautifulturquoise waters, or speeding through the'Hole in the Rock' on a fast boat throughthe islands. This area is also a place rich inMaori culture. Explore their Tribal Lands & learn more about the region’s history as the nation’s birthplace. Later, take your pick from one of the area’s manystunning beaches & chill out under thesun. Hotel (B)



Day 5: Bay of Islands to WaitomoCircle back to Auckland, with itspanoramic location right on a harbor &surrounded by outer islands. After lunch,roll through the lush, green countryside toWaitomo. There’s over 300 caves in thearea, with some unique attractions likeamazing limestone formations & glowingbugs at the glittering Glowworm Grotto.Lodge (B,D)

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Day 6: Waitomo to RotoruaSee even more amazing scenery todayenroute to Rotorua. Enter Rotorua, NZ'smost dynamic thermal area & a culturalcenter of the native Maori people. Soak in hot, bubbly pools and then chow downat a traditional Maori hangi & concert.Hotel (B)

Rotorua city tour

Visit Agrodome Theme Park to seeKiwi farm animals & a world famoussheep show

Day 7: Rotorua to AucklandTransfer by coach and head through theWaitomo countryside back to Auckland,arriving in the late afternoon. (B)Please note: The transfer from Rotorua toAuckland is not operated by Contiki, but a thirdparty operator.

Day 8: Finish AucklandSay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning afterbreakfast. (B)

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• Two full buffet breakfasts (B)

• Welcome pack with maps &activity ideas

• One day Explorer Bus sightseeingpass

Please note: A Contiki Tour Manager is notincluded in this short break package. Twinroom basis can only be booked when twofriends book the same trip at the same time.Share types may be on a request basis. Thisshort break package can only be booked inconjunction with a Contiki New Zealand tour.

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Want to spend a bit more time in NZ’smulticultural capital at your own pace?Grab a value-packed collection ofextras, excursions and greataccommodation with our 2 nightAuckland Explorer package. Take onebefore or after your tour!

Hit the streets with your included‘Explorer Pass’ and you can hop on andhop off at all the important places.There’s a lot happening, from Maoriperformances at the Auckland Museumto Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter &Underwater World. Spectacular viewsfrom the Sky Tower can be topped off aVertigo tower climb (you can even

basejump from it!).A walk through the Viaduct Harbour is amust, once the heart of the America'sCup, it's got a great choice ofrestaurants and cool bars. There’s awine trail at nearby Waiheke Island,harbor sailing options, ferry trips, andMaori & Polynesian markets…the list isunique and it’s almost endless!

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-2: Depart USAFly over the international date line on yourway to Christchurch, New Zealand.Day 3: Arrive ChristchurchCheck into Bealeys Hotel with the rest ofthe day at leisure to explore Christchurch.Hotel Day 4: Christchurch to Fox GlacierMeet up with your Contiki Crew & get toknow your new travel buddies as weventure through the majestic SouthernAlps to Hokitika, a cool little coastal townfamous for gold & greenstone. Then winddown along the rugged West Coast to thespectacular Franz Josef & Fox Glacierregion. Hotel (D)Scenic drive through Arthur's PassNational ParkSee traditional Maori greenstonecarvingDay 5: Fox Glacier to QueenstownHop in a helicopter & fly over two worldfamous glaciers. Put on your hiking boots& get onto the icy slopes of the movingglacier. Then it’s back on the road to thebreathtaking Southern Lakes & traveler’sfavorite – Queenstown! Hotel (B)Westland National Park drive full ofglaciers & ancient rainforestsSee Franz Josef & Fox GlaciersJaw-dropping drive through theSouthern AlpsDays 6-8: QueenstownYou’re here to ski, so hit the slopes &carve the mountain! This area is made upof some of the country’s best resorts, withthree mountain playgrounds to pick from

– The Remarkables, Coronet Peak &Cardrona. On day 5 there’s an includedgondola trip to the top of Bob’s Peak foran unforgettable dinner & night out highabove Queenstown. Hotel (B)(B)(B,D)3 day lift pass & transfers to & fromski fieldsGondola ride & dinner high up atSkyline RestaurantDay 9: QueenstownIt’s a free day to test yourself on themountain again or try out an endless list ofnon-ski activities in the ‘World’s AdventureCapital’. Think about bungee-jumping,caving, rafting, jetboating, skiing, skydivingor hang gliding. Tonight, enjoy a final dinnertogether & an awards night, then head outto one of the many bars in town. Hotel (B,D)Queenstown tourDay 10: Queenstown to ChristchurchCut through the landscape of MackenzieCountry, past glacial Lake Tekapo on theway back to Christchurch where you’llhave free time to explore. (B)Stop at AJ Hackett’s bungee bridge atKawarau RiverSoak up the historical ambience ofArrowtown with its original wooden &stone buildingsCatch a glimpse of impressive Mt. Cook See the beautiful glacial lakes of LakeTekapo & Lake PukakiSee the historic Church of the GoodShepherdDay 11: Finish ChristchurchSay a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning afterbreakfast. (B)Please note: Ski & snowboard equipment isavailable for hire in Queenstown.

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• Eight nights twin-shareaccommodation: Eight nights inhotelsBasis: Twin. Single-share also available atadditional cost.

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What’s included?• Coach, train, air transfers, and ferry

transport as specified.• Accommodation, breakfast and

evening meals as detailed on pages17 & 45 and under ‘What’s included’on tour pages.

• Sightseeing as detailed on pages 6-7and in the itineraries on tour pages.Unless specified, entrance fees arenot included.

• Experienced crew as detailed on page10 and on tour pages.

What’s not included?• Airport and ferry transfers to tour

departure point.• Personal expense money.• Visas, personal insurance,

medical fees.• Sightseeing, visits and entrance

fees other than those specified on tour pages.

• Optional excursions and activities suchas whitewater rafting, helicopter flights,bungee jumping, hot air ballooning, etc.

• Some meals as specified under “All this included”.

Will I get moreinformation?Upon receipt of final payment, you’llreceive a copy of Contiki’s ‘TravelersGuide’ – an information book about yourvacation. You’ll also receive acomprehensive day-by-day itineraryincluding full details and costs of alloptional excursions available on your tour.

Your FREE Contiki document wallet andluggage tag* will be sent to you withyour travel documents. The wallet is asafe pla ce for your tickets andpassports, something you’ll want tokeep and use again.* Contiki reserves the right to substitute an alternativetravel accessory for the Contiki document wallet.

How much luggagecan I bring?Luggage is restricted to a maximumsuitcase size of 29" x 20" x 10" (73cm x50cm x 25cm) and maximum weight of44lbs (20kg) plus one small hand/daybag that can go on the coach with you.

On tours which include Flotilla Sailing, a small bag suitable for the extremelylimited luggage space is required. Yourregular luggage will be stored during thistime. NO EXTERNAL METAL FRAMEBACKPACKS PLEASE, their bulky shapemakes coach packing difficult. Contikireserves the right to refuse to acceptlarger suitcases on tour.

If you have your own ski/boardingequipment, you may bring one pair ofboots & skis or snowboard. Otherwise,your TM can arrange these for you inQueenstown on tour.

Baggage is carried at the owner’s riskand baggage insurance is stronglyrecommended. Remember, if your tourincludes a flight you are also subject toairline baggage restrictions.

How much moneydo I need?You should be able to use debit andcredit cards for most items. You’ll needto allow enough money to coverlunches, some dinners, souvenirs,shopping, drinks, optional excursionsand activities, entrance fees toattractions and evening entertainment.It is advisable to start your tour withsome cash in local currencies such asA$ or NZ$.

What should I pack?Comfortable, casual clothing for day wearand ‘dressy/casual’ for dining and thosespecial evenings on the town. Rememberthat early or later in the season you willneed warmer clothing as well as araincoat/anorak. Note that casinos do notallow jeans or denim clothes. A pair ofcomfortable walking shoes is essential.For further details, please refer to your‘Travelers Guide’ information book.

Explore MoreOptional ActivitiesWhen do I choose? Optionals arearranged and paid for on tour. Byleaving the final decisions until then youcan choose at the same time as yournew friends, you’ll get great value as weget you great rates and your Tour Manager can offer personal advice.Some activities are seasonal andweather dependent as well.

How do I pay? You pay on tour withmajor credit cards or cash (A$ or NZ$).

Am I expected to tip on tour?Every country in the world has differenttipping policies and in Australia and NewZealand, within service industries, tippingis common practice. Tipping is totallydiscretionary and only given if you feel theservice has met or exceeded yourexpectations. Your Tour Manager willassist you with any questions about thiswhile you’re on the road. The same ideaapplies to your Contiki Crew - if you thinkthey have done a good job then theywould be grateful for your recognition byway of a tip, however this is notmandatory – it’s completely up to you.

Brochure authenticityWe have put a great deal of effort intoproducing this brochure. The informationgiven and literature produced by Contikihas been compiled with care and ispublished in good faith. Sometimes,because of circumstances outside ourcontrol, we have to alter some excursionsdue to seasonal closing or repairs tobuildings, etc., especially early or late inthe season. If this happens, alternativeswill be arranged.

Do I needvaccinations?At the time this brochure went to press(April 2009), no vaccinations were

necessary. However, it is wise to checkup-to-date information with your travelagent prior to departure. Don’t forget tobring with you any medication that youmay require en route, such asantihistamines or antibiotics.

Seasonality &climate?Being such a large landmass, Australiais prone to seasonal climate changes.This will mean that at certain times ofthe year some of our brochureditineraries may need to be slightlychanged. For example: NorthernTerritory itineraries during the wetseason (December to April).

SecurityContiki has been running tours foryoung people since 1962 and is amember of the United States TourOperators Association (USTOA). USTOA includes all the major touroperators who are financially bonded foryour security and who maintain thehighest standards. Contiki is also amember of the National TourAssociation (NTA) and the AmericanSociety of Travel Agents (ASTA).

Photography creditsPhotos courtesy of Quicksilver ConnectionsPage 6. Snorkeling.Photos courtesy of TourismAustraliaPage 7. Sydney Opera House - RobertWallace. Page 8. Snorkeling - Tom Keating. Page 9.Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park - Steve Strike. ByronBay - Mike Newling. Page 21. Snorkeling - AdamBruzzone. Page 22. Aboriginal Art - DominicHarcourt - Webster. Page 25. Byron Bay - MikeNewling. Page 37. Sydney Harbour Bridge - City ofSydney. Page 39. Whitehaven Beach - LincolnFowler. Page 40. Kings Canyon - Steve Strike. Page41. Kakadu Boat cruise - Nick Rains. Kings Canyon- Steve Strike. Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park -Steve Strike. Page 42. Kings Canyon - Steve Strike.Page 43. Flinders Ranges - Mike Newling. Photoscourtesy of Tourism Queensland Page 21. FraserIsland. Page 33. Cape Tribulation. Photo courtesyof BridgeClimb Sydney Page 36. Sydney HarbourBridge - OTTO Holdings (Aust.) Pty Limited. Photocourtesy of Mojo Surf Australia Page 36. Learn tosurf - Mojo Surf. Photo courtesy of MarineTourism Holdings Limited Page 15. Bounty.Photos courtesy of Northern Territory TouristComission Page 42. Katherine Gorge. Page 43.Quad Bike. Photos courtesy of Tourism NewZealand Page 3. Jetboat Huka Falls - DestinationLake Taupo. Page 9. Inside a Zorb - Zorb Rotorua.Page 44. A fine day in the fiord - Holger Leue. Page45. Heli-glacier trip - Fox Glacier Heli. Page 46. TheLedge Swing - AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand.Page 54. Sand tobogganing - Chris McLennan.Page 57. Snowboarding on the Remarkables - NZSki. Photo courtesy of Zorb Page 53. Zorb - Zorb.Photo courtesy of NZSki (www.nzski.com) Page57. Coronet Peak - Miles Holden.

Contiki Vacations Travel Protection PlanPROVIDING YOU WITH “ANY REASON” CANCELLATION FLEXIBILITY ANDPEACE OF MIND WHILE YOU TRAVEL:Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan – designed exclusively with the following:

Priced at: Trips up to $1,500: $129 per personTrips $1,501 or greater: $169 per person

Note: Prices are subject to change without notice.

SECTION I: TRAVEL ARRANGEMENT PROTECTION - Providedby Contiki Vacations*Trip Cancellation: Up to Total Trip Cost. Reimbursesthe non-refundable Contiki Vacations cancellationpenalties imposed if you must cancel your trip for acovered reason such as illness, injury or death to you, atraveling companion or an immediate family member.Other reasons for cancellation include Common Carrier-caused delays due to inclement weather, jury duty,subpoena, or a documented traffic accident en route todeparture, and other reasons as cited in the plandescription.

The Contiki Vacations “Any Reason” CancellationWaiver**. With the Contiki Vacations “Any Reason”Cancellation Waiver, Contiki Vacations will provide youwith 100% of the cancellation charges in the form of afuture travel credit certificate, should you cancel yourtour more than 48 hours prior to your scheduleddeparture for any reason that is not eligible for cashreimbursement under the Trip Cancellation section ofthe Travel Protection Plan. Cancellation charges arereimbursed in the form of Contiki Vacations TravelCertificates allowing you a two year credit to travelwith us at a later date! Please note that to be eligiblefor the “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver, you mustenroll and pay for the plan within two days of yourinitial trip deposit. The certificate is valid for two years,is non-transferable and non-refundable and may notbe redeemed for cash. Future travel certificates donot include airfare cancellation charges for airarrangements unless those arrangements wereprovided by Contiki Vacations. Trip Interruption: Up to Total Trip CostTrip Delay: Up to $1,000 ($150/day)

SECTION II: TRAVEL INSURANCE BENEFITS - Underwritten byStonebridge Casualty Insurance Company***Baggage Protection: Up to $2,500Bag Delay: Up to $500Medical & Dental Expenses: Up to $50,000Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation: Up to $50,000

SECTION III: EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE SERVICES -

Provided by On Call InternationalWhile the above is not a complete description – afull plan description detailing the terms, conditionsand exclusions will be sent to you – we havehighlighted just a few of the plan benefits. If youhave any Travel Protection Plan questions, or wouldlike to request a copy of the plan description, pleasecall our plan administrator, BerkelyCare, at 1-866-580-4871 . You may also view the plan atwww.contikiholidays.comThe Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan isprovided in addition to other applicable indemnity orinsurance programs, where permitted by law andshall apply only after benefits have been paid.* For NY residents, Section I Travel ArrangementProtection (Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption & TripDelay) is underwritten by Stonebridge CasualtyInsurance Company, Columbus, Ohio. ** For NY residents only, the “Any Reason”Cancellation Waiver may be purchased separatelyfrom the Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan.Contact 1-877-722-2195 for details. *** Section II Travel Insurance Benefits, PolicyNumber MZ0911064H0000A-U are underwritten byStonebridge Casualty Insurance Company,Columbus, Ohio: NAIC #10952 (all states except asotherwise noted) Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5000. In CA, CT, HI,NE, NH, PA, TN and TX Policy/Certificate Formseries TAHC5100 and TAHC5200. In IL, IN, KS, LA,OR, OH, VT, WA and WY Policy Forms TAHC5100IPSand TAHC5200IPS.

This plan was designed and is administered byBerkelyCareSM.IN CALIFORNIA: BerkelyCareSM is a service mark ofAon Direct Insurance Administrators, CA InsuranceLicense # 0795465.IN ALL OTHER STATES: BerkelyCareSM is a divisionof Affinity Insurance Services, Inc. in all states otherthan CA, except: AIS Affinity Insurance Agency, Inc. inMN and OK and AIS Affinity Insurance Agency in NY.5864684A

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OUR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. YOUR VACATION RESERVATIONOn receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at ourdiscretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selectedvacation. A contract is only made between you and us upon yourbooking being confirmed and accepted by us and ourcommunication thereof to either you or your travel agent. 2. PRICE GUARANTEEa) Tour Prices: Are based on costs, tariffs, taxes, charges, leviesand exchange rates as at April 14th, 2009. Should these change,the price of your vacation may increase. If the total price increasesby more than 10%, you may cancel, without penalty, within 3DAYS after we notify you of the increase. Except as explainedbelow, we will not increase the price of your vacation after wereceive your deposit for your vacation. In exchange for thisguarantee, no refund will be made if the cost factors describedabove are reduced. We reserve the right to recover from youincreases in airline-imposed fuel surcharges and in taxes, chargesor levies imposed by any government or its agencies.b) Airline Fuel Surcharges & Air-Related Taxes, Fees &Restrictions: All quoted land and air prices include airline fuelsurcharges. However, as noted above, we reserve the right torecover from you increases in those surcharges. Additional, air-related taxes and fees apply. See www.contiki.com/taxesandfeesfor details. Additional, air-related taxes and fees will be passed onto each passenger by Contiki. Any additional fees charged by theairlines, such as baggage handling, seat selections, and/or anyother services are the sole responsibility of the passenger(s).Additional air-related restrictions apply. Seewww.contiki.com/restrictions for details.3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR VACATION3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel any tourdeparture in accordance with operating requirements orcircumstances beyond its control. 3.2 If cancellation is made any time prior to the tour departure*,Contiki’s only liability will be to refund the passenger the amount ithas received for the booking. Contiki will try and re-book same orsimilar tour and, where flights have been confirmed by Contiki,will attempt to confirm air seats for the new date selected, subjectto availability. Contiki is not liable for any cancellation penaltiesincurred on any other travel arrangements purchased separately.3.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you will beentitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us ortransfer to another Contiki vacation without payment of anytransfer fee. *Please Note: The departure date constitutes the dateindicated on Contiki’s confirmation. If you do not join the tour onthe day of departure then cancellation fees will be 100%.3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure (i.e.circumstances like political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civilstrife, closure of airports or ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity,natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts ofGod, adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyondContiki’s control) we will give a full refund of any monies paid to usless reasonable expenses incurred by us in respect of your booking. 3.5 Contiki is not responsible for the costs of any other travelarrangements affected due to our cancellations or rescheduling ofany tour departure.4. VACATION DETAILS AND CONDITIONS4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of ourknowledge at the time of going to print (April 2009) but we cannotguarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be availableespecially where we have no direct control over it.4.2 With respect to their touring program Contiki will do theirbest, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeingtours and transportation to give you good value for money.4.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve tour itineraries andfeatures. if such improvements can be made, or unforeseencircumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, wereserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contikiis not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected dueto our cancellations.4.4 Any special meal requirements will be made on a requestbasis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will assume any responsibility or liability if clients special mealrequests are not fulfilled.5. LIABILITY5.1 Contiki is responsible to you for properly arranging andconducting your vacation.5.2 As Tour Operator, Contiki makes arrangements with carriers,hoteliers and other independent suppliers to provide you some orall the travel services you purchase. These parties are independentsuppliers over whom Contiki has no direct control. Contiki isresponsible to you for properly arranging and conducting yourvacation only. Unless caused by its own negligence, Contiki is notresponsible for and accepts no liability in respect of any claims,losses, damages, costs or expenses arising out of:a) personal injury, sickness, disease, accident or death, howevercaused, including without limitation, where same results from yourconduct on vacation;b) loss or damage to or delay of baggage or other property unlessresulting from Contiki’s negligence in which case Contiki’s liabilityshall be limited to the actual loss but in no event would exceed thetotal vacation cost;c) delays and loss as a result of government action, weather,mechanical breakdown, equipment failure, labour disputes, sickness,acts of war, insurrection, terrorism, Acts of God or any other causesbeyond Contiki’s direct control. Contiki cannot be responsible forinterruption of air carrier service due to airline default.d) acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise, of suppliersof services or their personnel (including, without limitation,transportation and accommodation services) or of any otherperson or body unless such a person or body is employed by us,or is an agent of ours, and is acting within the scope of his or herauthority. In no event is Contiki liable for the acts or omissions ofindependent third party contractors or of its own employees oragents acting outside the scope of their duties.e) loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, distress or frustration,whether physical or mental, resulting from any of the following: (i) any matter or topic described in sub-paragraphs (a) to (d)inclusive above. (ii) your failure to obtain the necessary documentation to travel. (iii) your failure to arrive on time for initial departure or forconnections within the tour or to stay within or join your tour atany time after initial departure.

(iv) your leaving the tour prior to its completion. (v) the need for Contiki to change itineraries or substituteaccommodation or services, provided that Contiki makes everyeffort to supply the most comparable services andaccommodations available. (vi) cancellation of the vacation by Contiki provided that a fullrefund of all monies paid is made to you.(vii) Many of our activities are action and adventure orientated.Sports and similar activities inherently involve risks of injurygreater than those that would be encountered if you were notparticipating in such, and therefore, by voluntarily taking part inany sports or other such activities, you thereby acknowledge andassume any of the risks inherent therein. In the absence ofnegligence on our part, or on the part of our agents andrepresentatives, neither we nor they accept any responsibility for,and shall not be liable for, any injury, illness, damage, loss,accident, expense, delay or any other irregularity resulting fromyour participation in any of the activities made available to you.(viii) We take every reasonable precaution possible to assure yourcomfort, safety, and enjoyment while you are taking part in a Contikivacation. Contiki vacations are generally for the young, and not for thefrail or those not generally enjoying good health. A change of climate,food, time and varied cultural habits often affects travelers differently.We therefore recommend that you advise your doctor that you aretaking one of our vacations and ask if he or she recommendsanything for your trip, even for something as seemingly benign as anupset stomach. Since the brands of any medication to which you areaccustomed may be unavailable in places to which you are traveling,we recommend you bring your own supply of any medication you willrequire and carry such medication in your hand luggage. Prescriptiondrugs should be carried in the original labeled bottles. Should you fallill during your Contiki vacation, we will make every reasonable effortto make prompt, sanitary, safe and proper medical care available toyou. However, if at anytime or anywhere treatments of any sort aresuggested to you that do not meet your needs or expectations, youshould not hesitate to contact your own doctor. Also, please note thatthe same sorts of activities that can expose you to certain types ofdiseases at home can just as easily expose you to those samediseases abroad. This information is provided only for yourconvenience and we are not responsible or liable for any damagesresulting from your failure to confirm or ascertain health informationor medical precaution, if any, for the places which you will be visiting.(ix) Contiki is responsible for taking care to arrange and conductyour vacation properly. With you in mind, we have acceptedapplications from and interviewed numerous potential employees,and then we select only those people whom we believe in our bestjudgement would be responsible and congenial, Tour Managers,Representatives and Drivers. Although we firmly believe, based onpersonal interviews and certain disclosures made to us by ouremployees, that all of our employees enjoy excellent health, we,like other tour operators, are legally unable to confirm this inmost, if not all, instances.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. BOOKING YOUR VACATION1.1 In order to reserve your vacation, a deposit of US$200, perperson per tour, or the full amount payable if booking is madewithin 45 days of departure, be submitted to Contiki by you inrespect of that vacation. This payment is in addition to any depositrequired by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a firstinstallment of the vacation price by Contiki only once the bookinghas been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent.1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a nontransferable, non refundable deposit of US$200 per person for thefirst tour booked and then a deposit of US$200 for second andsubsequent tours booked which must be paid within 3 days ofbooking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled.2. PAYING THE BALANCE2.1 The balance of the vacation price must be paid by no laterthan 45 days before your scheduled vacation departure date whichshall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to youby Contiki.2.2 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assumethat you have cancelled and cancellation charges in accordancewith clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki.2.3 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwarded until fullpayment has been received by us.2.4 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of yourdeparture, the full cost of the vacation will be payableimmediately on booking and we reserve the right to provide alltravel documents at the vacation departure point. 2.5 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking and applycancellation charges should payments not be received within theabove specified periods.2.6 Travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 saysprior to tour departure* (providing full payment has beenreceived). All bookings are subject to a $8 per booking documentdelivery fee. However, if travel documents are required the nextday or earlier than 21 days prior to departure* (providing fullpayment has been received), a fee of $35 per mailing will apply.Bookings made and/or payments received within 30 days ofdeparture* incur a $35 per mailing document delivery fee. Anydocuments delivered outside the USA will incur a minimum fee of$50. The actual cost will be advised at time of booking.3. IF YOU CANCEL3.1 If notice of cancellation is received by Contiki 45 days prior totour departure*, the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit willbe retained along with the Travel Protection.3.2 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing directly to Contiki.3.3 The following scale of charges will apply when notice ofcancellation is given after booking is confirmed:COACH TOURS (LAND ONLY)No. of days prior to Cancellation Fee tour departure* as a % of thetotal land price.No. of days prior to Cancellation FeeTour departure* as % of the total land fee45 days or more: The non refundable deposit45-22 days: 25% of tour fare21-8 days: 30% of tour fare7-1 days: 50% of tour fareDay of departure*/No show: 100%Extra night hotel accommodation that are cancelled within 14 daysof booked date will incur 100% cancellation fee, outside 14 daysthe following fees will be charged:45-22 days 25%21-15 days 30%

AIR ARRANGEMENTSThese cancellation charges apply for airline arrangements made byContiki: Prior to Airline Ticketing service fee - $50 per personAfter Airline Ticketing service fee - $75 per person plus any airlineimposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the air ticket value. 3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to andafter your tour or resort booking, such as pre and postaccommodation and transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days ofthe tour departure incur a 100% cancellation fee.3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation feesthat may be levied by your Travel Agent3.6 Please note that Contiki is not liable for any cancellationpenalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including airtickets purchased separately from the air and land includes package.* Please note: the departure date constitutes the date indicated onContiki’s confirmation4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to changeto an alternative departure date or you wish to change to adifferent Contiki vacation, you may do so subject to availability andprovided the new vacation date is also in this brochure.4.2 A fee of US$30 per person will be charged for any revision oralteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed.Any alterations, risk the loss of air space or increased airfares.Name changes or corrections will be treated as a cancellation ofair and all normal air cancellation fees will apply. A change of tourdate or tour itinerary within 45 days of tour departure will betreated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will applyexcept when the change is to an earlier departure date ofequivalent or greater value in which case a US$30 per personamendment fee will be charged.5. VACATION DETAILS AND CONDITIONS5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included inthe price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals,accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, orwhen museums, shops, etc are closed. Hotel facilities may varyfrom place to place. Meals may vary in style.5.2 Contiki's vacations are specifically planned for those in the 18through 35 age group. Consequently the facilities and activities ona Contiki tour are not appropriate to persons outside this agebracket. If you have a question regarding the age groups, youshould discuss this thoroughly with Contiki staff personnel.5.3 Persons with disabilities must contact Contiki staff as soon aspossible before any tour to determine if the particular tour would beappropriate, to discuss what reasonable accommodations may beprovided and to give Contiki the opportunity to prepare suchreasonable accommodations. In many countries public facilities andaccommodations for persons with disabilities will cause difficulties,restrictions and hardships over which Contiki will have no control. Inaddition, Contiki cannot provide personal devices or individuallyprescribed devices, nor can Contiki provide services of a personalnature, such as assistance in eating, toileting or dressing. In somecases it may be appropriate to bring a personal assistant. If youhave a disability and do not contact Contiki sufficiently in advance ofa tour, we may not be able to accommodate you on a tour and youcould be asked to leave the tour.5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and coststo/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the vacation.5.5 There may be times when the Contiki Tour Manager orRepresentative has to make a decision in your best interest or thebest interests of their group. You agree to comply with theauthority and decisions of the appointed Contiki Tour Manager orRepresentative and the laws of the country in which you aretraveling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki TourManager’s or Representative’s opinion, you are not compatiblewith the general enjoyment and well being of other members onthe tour or the smooth operation of the vacation itself, we reservethe right to refuse to let you continue with the tour. Furthermoreyou agree that your fellow travelers and any Contiki Representativehas the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats totheir safety, well being or inappropriate behavior by you, whetherverbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously and may resultin the immediate termination of your vacation. In either event, youwill be responsible for your own repatriation and related costs andhave no claims against us.5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result ofdamage or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodation.You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage inyour room to hotel/Contiki Village staff and/or a Contiki TourManager as soon as it is discovered.5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with asafety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating organizations shall be liable for any illness, injury ordeath or any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising fromany accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at thetime of the accident or incident.5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas,permits and certificates required for your selected vacation as well asany necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws.5.8 You agree that our Contiki Tour Managers or Representativesmay take photographs and films of you while you are on vacationand that these may be used in our Group brochures and/oradvertising or publicity material without obtaining any furtherconsent or payment in respect of such photographs and/or films.5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the vacation, youshould inform the Contiki Representative during the course of thevacation and if the matter cannot be resolved after therepresentative’s best endeavours to do so during the vacation,your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as isreasonably possible after the vacation but within 42 days thereofso that your complaint can be investigated. Any claims made afterthe 42 day period will not be considered by Contiki. If you chooseto write to Contiki via the Internet, please provide your homeaddress so that we are able to reply to you in writing.5.10.1 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shallbe subject to English Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing.5.10.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalid orunenforcable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provisionshall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the samepurpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity andenforcability of the other provisions shall not be affected. 5.10.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action institutedagainst us, you agree to pay all our costs, including but not limitedto, attorney/client costs.

6. INSURANCE Contiki highly suggests taking out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before you will be accepted on a Contiki vacation. With the insurance of BerkelyCare we are able to offer comprehensive travel insurance at group discount rates (see details on page 58). If you wish to have this valuable protection, please advise your Travel Agent to request the insurance and to include the cost of insurance when sending in your vacation deposit. Please note thatthere will be no travel insurance provided unless you request itfrom your Travel Agent and the payment is forwarded to Contiki.Complete details of the coverage limitations and exclusions arecontained in the documents of insurance which will be includedwith your vacation invoice. Please check that the insurance coversall the activities that you are going to be participating in. Somepolicies exclude certain adventure activities.7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISMIn the event of your withdrawal from a vacation after thecommencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medicalcertificate in support of any insurance claim. No refunds will bemade for any absence from the tour.8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE VACATION PRICEAirfares (unless you purchase a land+air package), air-relatedtaxes and fees passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phonecalls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to tourmanagers, representatives, drivers and local guides, items of apersonal nature, excess baggage, optional excursions.9. WEATHER CONDITIONSUnder no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow orweather conditions, nor can any vacation be cancelled or amendedby you at any time on the basis of snow or weather conditions.

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1. CONTRACTING PARTIES1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entirecontract between you and Contiki. No representation, term,warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference toany other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contractmay only be varied in writing by a duly authorised officer ordirector of Contiki. 1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating company. At anytime and at our complete discretion we may nominate to you inwriting any other company or person to have the benefit of someor all of those provisions of this contract, which we may thenspecify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directlywith that company or person in the first place as well as agreeingthem with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or anyrights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any othercontract with you.1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be heldresponsible for any act, omission or event during the timepassengers are not on board planes, transportation orconveyances. We rely on international convention which mayapply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents withrespect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as aresult of the provision of those services. International conventionswhich apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amendedby Hague Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel,or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel;Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the GenevaConvention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention 1962 forHotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of theseconventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim fordeath, injury, loss, damage and delay to passengers and luggage.Enrollment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreementand acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions setforth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing byan officer of the Company.1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft,hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers and otherservice providers are subject to the terms and conditions andlimitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, andother service providers. Please note that some of these limit orexclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and lossor damage to baggage. Whilst we cannot accept any responsibilityfor any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act oromission of any such third-parties, we will give every reasonableassistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Pleasealso note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure ofany of these parties to provide facilities or services forhandicapped clients (see also 5.3 under Vacation Details &Conditions).1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommendedin this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochurerepresent themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of avacation from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship withany such purchaser.1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the timeof going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible forprinting or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseencircumstances.2. USTOA $1 MILLION CONSUMER PROTECTION PLAN. Contiki Holidays shares the coverage available under the USTOA $1Million Assistance Program with affiliates of Contiki who, as anActive member of the USTOA is required to post $1 Million withUSTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms andconditions of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advancepayments of Contiki Holidays customers in the unlikely event ofContiki bankruptcy or insolvency or cessation of businesss. Furtheryou should understand that the $1 Million posted by Contiki may besufficient to provide only partial recovery of the advance paymentsrecieved by Contiki Holidays. Complete details of the USTOATravelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtainedby writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite 2014, New York,New York 10016, or by email to [email protected] or byvisiting their website at www.USTOA.com3. VALIDITYThe programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from July2009 to March 2011.4. OPERATING COMPANIESThe programmes advertised in this brochure are operated byContiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd and Contiki Holidays (NewZealand) Limited.

Booking conditionsOnce 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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1. Contact your local travel agent, call Contiki at 1-800-CONTIKI orvisit contiki.com to confirm that there's space on the tour you havechosen. At the same time you can book your hotel accommodationbefore and/or after your Contiki tour (see page 14).

2. At the time of booking, you must pay a non-refundabledeposit of $200 per person for first tour and $200 per person forsecond and subsequent tours which must be received byContiki within 3 days. This payment is in addition to any depositrequired by your travel agent.

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

4. The balance of the reservation must be received by Contiki no less than 45 days before the departure date, or at the time ofbooking if less than 45 days before departure. If payment is notreceived by Contiki we will not be responsible for lost land and air reservations.

5. Contiki will then send your travel documents and detailedinformation to you or your travel agent about your vacation.

IMPORTANT By paying the $200 deposit per person pertour to your travel agent, you acknowledge that you have readand understood the Booking Conditions as set out on page 59, which make up the contract between you and Contiki.

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