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Australia. Contiki.

Ever thoughtthere must bemore to life?

There is.Think of 2 words:

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

We’ve been a familyowned business since1962 and have led theway since day one,helping generations of travellers discoverthe world.

Australia, because it’s packed full of things tosee, do and love. Contiki, because we’re thepeople to help you see your world. So if youwant to meet people your age and on yourwavelength to share fantastic times travelling,there’s no better way to go. This could be thebeginning of the rest of your life!

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W For more go to contiki.co.nz/contiki-experience

You know the feeling? When you’ve done something so fun, you just want to do it again? That’s Contiki. And that’s why people come from all over the globe to explore Australia with us.

Like the idea of travelling with your own personal travel guru? Our crew aretrained to help you get the most fromyour holiday, from visiting the sights, to finding and doing things a little more ‘off the itinerary’. Tap into their localknow ledge and get all the help and advice you need. And trust us, they’vemade it through training ‘boot camp’ to get here, so they know their stuff.

We’ve done some hard bargainingacross Australia so you get the bestdeals. You’ve probably already noticedthat what others call ‘extras’ – to us, areall included as part of the package. Soyou know exactly what you’re getting,so you can plan to a tee (more on page12). Some of our nice ‘surprises’ includefitting our modern coaches with powercharging units & loads of includedsightseeing.

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 whilst juggling a map. Not fun. Wetake all the hard work out of your holiday,so you can get down to clocking upsome seriously good times – everythinga holiday should be about.

No younger. No older. Just everyone inbetween. Travel with us and you’ll meetpeople your age and build your globalnetwork big time! All with the aim tosee, smell, taste and live Australia ANDshare some incredible times together.Are you ready?

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We hear you. We know you need yourown time to check things out, explorethe back streets, find a great place for a meal or just enjoy some chill out time.All our trips have flexible free time inevery day. There’s also Explore Moreoptional activities (pages 10-11) that letyou pick and mix, whether you’re intoculture, adventure sports, music or food, the choice is healthy and we’re prettyconfident you’ll find something you just can’t say no to.

After 47 years in the business, we havebuilt up quite a reputation. We’re amember of Tour Operator Associationsworldwide and we’re recognised globallyfor our reliability and quality. Sure, thecompany may’ve grown and evolved,but that essential Contiki spirit is asstrong as ever.

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There’s lots to cover in this fantasticcountry! So we’ve got smart and createda way of showing you the best of themby making our tours into ‘modules’. Thismeans there’s a load of flexible optionsto see exactly what you want, in yourtimeframe. You can choose to cover theentire country with our Aussie Explorertour or if you’re short on time, chooseany number of tour combinations(modules) from 3-25 days.

Why Contiki?

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Find your wayaround//////////////////2-3 Contiki & Australia4-5 Why Contiki?6-7 What kind of holiday? 8-9 Included highlights & sightseeing10-11 Explore More & optional activities12 Real value. Cool deals.13 Travelling responsibly13 About contiki.com14 Contiki crew15 Festival ideas

Northern Territory tours Days16-17 This is the Northern Territory18-19 Territory & Outback 1120 Alice & Kakadu 621 Alice & Uluru 5

East Coast tours22-23 This is the East Coast

Whitsundays sailing24-25 Reefs & Rainforests 1626-27 Beaches & Reefs 1428-29 Coast & Whitsundays 1130-31 Cairns Sunshine Trail 1232-33 Island & Rainforest 934 Magical Tropics 735 Rainforest Adventure 336 Bridge to Reef 1037 City to Surf 538 Diving packages 5/3 39 Sydney Explorer & 4

New Years Eve packages

East Coast/Northern Territory combinations40-41 Aussie Explorer 24/25 42-43 Contrast Reef & Rock 1444 Ocean to Outback 15

45 Got a question?46 Stay longer and departure points47 The fine print48 How to book

nowledgeable

Meeting peopleyour age from around the world

Tour managers, full of local knowledge

Having interesting,unique places to stay

Adrenalin pumping & action packed

Meeting one-of-a-kind local characters

A comfortable hotel after a full day’s sightseeing

Dive or snorkel a‘Wonder of theworld’

Learn all about indigenous culture

Sailing on amaxi racing yacht

No hassle, 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’ve got loads of amazingitineraries that shortcut youto some of the best Australiahas to offer. There’s 9 toursof the East Coast runningfrom Sydney to Cairns (pgs22-39), 3 tours of theNorthern Territory from theTop End to the Red Centre(pgs 16-21) plus we’vecombined the best of both,in our combination tours(pgs 40-44).

Territory & Outback

11 Days

P.18 Alice & Uluru5 Days

P.21Alice & Kakadu6 Days P.20

Reefs & Rainforests16 Days

P.24 Beaches & Reefs

14 Days

P.26

Coast & Whitsundays11 Days

P.28 Cairns Sunshine Trail

12 Days

P.30

Island & Rainforest

9 Days

P.32 Magical Tropics7 Days P.34

Rainforest Adventure

3 Days

P.35Bridge to Reef10 Days P.36

City to Surf5 Days

P.37

Aussie Explorer24/25

P.40Contrast Reef & Rock14 days

P.42 Ocean to Outback

15 Days

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What kind ofholiday are you after?

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That’s what you’re after isn’t it? To explore the places you’veseen in films, 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 included in the cost of your tour so youcan score extra bang for your buck and be sure you will seethe things that are key to every destination. Stuff like locallyguided tours, some entrance fees, city orientation tours,organised evenings out – they’re just some of what’sincluded. Follow the footprints for a bit more of what you’ll see…

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Great Barrier Reef

Guided eco-rainforest hike

Boat trip to Fraser Island

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Wildlife cruise in Kakadu

Hippie culture in Byron Bay

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Chill out in The Daintree

FINDING INCLUDED

HIGHLIGHTSOn each tour page of

the brochure, we’ve listed a lot of the sightseeing

included in your tour pricewithin the itinerary section.

It’s clearly marked in a different colour – see the

example here for how it looks.

NB: It’s important that you check your insurance includes yourparticipation in adventure activities and be aware that some of ouroptionals can be physically demanding and therefore involve some risk.

Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge ‘Surf’ the sandunes Champagne & sunset at UluruSkydive tandem over Cairns

Snorkel or dive theGreat Barrier Reef4WD Fraser Island’s beachesVintage plane joyflightSail the Whitsunday Islands

Ride a cablecar over the rainforestHorseriding through the bushDaintree rainforest exploration Hot air balloon at dawnHeli over Kings CanyonAboriginal cultural experienceCable-zip through the rainforestLearn to surf Scenic flight over KakaduCamel ride in the outback

Cruise Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge‘Drovers Blowout’ Alice Springs dinner Quad bike at Kings Creek Station

Jetboat ride on SydneyHarbourRide a Harley in the Red Centre

Guided rainforest eco-hikeDolphin watching cruiseComedy cabaret show & dinner

Trip to white-sandWhitehaven BeachBungy jump in CairnsGuided sea-kayak safari

Jetboat ride on Sydney Harbour

Snorkelling the reef

Camel ride

Want to explore more?Sure there are loads of activities already included, but there's also plenty of ‘Free Time’ to go for it andcreate your own adventure ‘off theitinerary’. Explore something you mighthave already seen in more detail, orjust chill out, relax and see where thebackstreets take you. You can also try one of our manyExplore More ‘Optional Activities’ that help turn a great trip into anunforgettable one. Each one has beenhandpicked based on past travellerfeedback and we’ve negotiated greatrates to pass on to you.

Explore More Free Time Optionals

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Quad bike tour

Scenic helicopter flight

Jungle Surfing

White water rafting

Semi-submersible reef cruise

Learn to surf lessons

W For a full listing of all Explore More OptionalActivities and prices by tour – see contiki.co.nz/exploremore. You’ll also receive these details in yourfinal documentation. More info on page 45.

To find Explore

More activities,

look out for the

orange arrow on

every tour page.

Real value.Cool deals. Real value.Cool deals. We’ve done the sums on doing a tour versus travelling on your own to 3 keydestinations. And the results are in! Check the next page to find ways to cut your holiday costs even more.

Sydney Cairns Gold Coast

Breakfast

Sightseeing

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

Day Travel Pass

The unbeatableContiki price

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

Transport

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, travelling for 20 days)

A$17.50Fruit & yoghurt, coffee &juice at Splash Cafe

A$71.00Tropical Horizons Cairns &Cape Tribulation sightseeingday tour

A$120.00at Gilligans (deluxe 4bedded dorm with ensuite)

A$6.70City travel day pass

A$32.00Rattle’n’Hum Restaurant


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


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$252/dayConverted to $NZD

$335/dayConverted to $NZD

$198/day

Contiki’s Australia from NZ$167/day

167$

For more go to contiki.co.nz/deals

*Prices & exchange rates validated at 5th Feb 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 Reefs & Rainforests tour daily cost.

Early PaymentDiscountsSave up to NZ$479 off the cost of your tourwhen you book and pay in full, 6 or 12 monthsbefore departing. Check the tour page forsavings on the trip of your choice.

Multi-tour DiscountsBook any 2 Contiki trips of 10 days or longer, atthe same time & get up to NZ$100 off the costof the second tour.

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

SAVINGS 7 save 7.5%Book 7 people travelling on the same holiday at the same time and score a 7.5%discount per person.

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

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

Reverse ToursSave up to NZ$200 when you take a Contiki AUStour in reverse from the brochured itinerary.Reverse itineraries start from the northern cities ofDarwin, Cairns and The Whitsundays. 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 47 for details.

Bags packed & ready togo? Or just thinking about it? Wherever you’reat with your travel plans,joining the Contiki community online will help.Here’s where you canconnect with lots oftravellers your age all withthe aim to get out there and live the travel dream!You’ll find advice and comments from past Contiki travellers to answer all thoselittle questions (and the big ones)! Andthere’s a healthy amount of pre-trip meeting going on too, so you can often find trip mates from your tour before youeven leave home.

When you hit the roadwith us, there are twovery good reasons to feel great (and probablymore)! First one is thefeel-good factor of knowing you’re about to begin the trip of a lifetime.

Second, you’ll feel even better knowing that travelling by coach emits less carbonemissions and other harmful greenhousegases per passenger than most other forms of transport including cars, trains and planes! International air travel is key to getting you on the road to your worldadventure and most airlines have optionsfor you to carbon offset, if you choose to.Coach is by far the most carbon efficientway to travel around.

See how carbon

efficient our

coaches are at:

What else canyou find at contiki.com?• Contiki videos & mini-movie• Cool competitions• The latest deals• More detailed itineraries,prices & Explore More activity options• Plus there’s contikipedia…our very own wiki full of answers to every Contiki question imaginable written by our tour managers and past travellers.

See how carbon

efficient our

coaches are at:

Contiki’s coach fleet is one of the bestaround and we’re regularly updating it sothat all our engines remain fuel efficient andenvironmentally friendly. For the full story go tocontiki.co.nz/responsibletravel.

We’re also founding partners and have helpedestablish The Leading Travel CompaniesConservation Foundation. US$1 million is awarded annually to projectsthat protect the environment, helpunderprivileged communities and supportsustainable tourism. In 2008, the Foundationhelped protect three million hectares of AtlanticForest in Brazil, supported indigenoussustainable tourism, funded wildlife researchcentres in Africa and work to preserve importantmonuments and archaeological sitesthroughout Europe, like the sinking city ofVenice. For more on the Foundation’s work seetltc.com/foundation

For more got to contiki.com

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“My brain is packed with all the

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 it withthe locals. Then it’s overto you to give it a try.”

Contiki Crew have made it through training ‘bootcamp’, so they couldn’t be better qualified, plusthey love what they do - all adding up to an evenbetter holiday 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!”

“Travelling with me is

all about you concentrating

on the fun bits. To do

that, I like to focus on

keeping things organised

and running smoothly,

so you can focus on

enjoying your holiday.”

“There’s no tougher

training in the travel

industry than our

intensive training course

and there’s a good reason

why. Contiki makes sure

that only the very best

people make it through

so that you get to

benefit from having

the cream of the crop.”

You wouldn’t travel anywhere without yourmusic or a camera,right? That’s why mostof our coaches arefitted with chargingunits, so you’ll neverhave to worry aboutyour iPod, MP3 orcamera batteriesrunning out of juice.Just charge up onboard and you’regood to go – howconvenient is that?Don't forget to bringyour adapter plug.

Charge it on the go

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sporting events in Austra

lia - it’s part of

the culture. Why not join in on the fun and

combine one of these great events before,

after or during a Contiki itinerary. A

sk us how!

Held every summer around

Australia, it’s

a showcase for homegrown

musical talent mixing it with some of the

best acts in

the world (Jan or Feb).

Sport is like a religion in Austra

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there’s plenty o

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round. From every kind of football

(Aussie Rules, R

ugby League and Rugby

Union), to V8 super cars (F

eb-Sept).

There’s cricket (N

ov-Feb) and the Austra

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Open tennis (Jan), plus so

much more.

Of all the memories you’ll make on your trip, what you ate will be right up there with the best of them. Australia has amazing foods to excite (and challenge) your tastebuds! From juicy steaks to some of the world’s best seafood unique to Oz like barramundi fish and Moreton Bay bugs. There’s also Aboriginal bush tucker like witchetty grubs, kangaroo and crocodile. Not to mention the whole other dimension of flavours due to the multi-cultural nature of the country.

We include lots of fresh and tasty meals on all of our tours, but we leave enough mealtimes free (particularly lunches), as you’ll be out exploring in your free time, discovering and doing your own thing.

If you’ve got any special dietary requests, you need to let us know at the time you book your trip. We will try very hard to make sure you’re accommodated, but sometimes things can vary from place to place and we can’t guarantee that you will get meals to your exact requirement.

The Contiki Menu

Contiki crewFestival ideas

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It’s different out here. From the endless space andchanging colours of the Outback and Red Centre, to the awesome national parks of the tropical TopEnd. The Territory is Australia’s natural and culturalcapital. With more than 40,000 years of indigenoushistory to discover, an unbelievable diversity of wildlifeand mystical landscapes, combined with some of ourfriendly Aussie characters - you’re in for a once in a lifetime experience!

This is the

3 amazing tours from 5 to 11 days

Sleep in amazing

places like ...

In the heart of Uluru-Kata Tjuta or

Kakadu National Parks

Under the stars in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’

at Kings Canyon

In an outback oasis – Alice Springs

A quality, centrally located Darwin hotel

This is theNorthern Territory

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Sip champagne watching the sunset at spectacular Uluru.Have a ‘tinny’ and share a ‘yarn’ with your

new ‘mates’.

Watch for wildlife like crocodiles in the

Kakadu wetlands.

4WD your heart out.‘Go walkabout and eat bush foods’

Take a birds eye view froma heli or a hot-air balloon. Climb the walls of awesome Kings Canyon.

Swim in a waterhole in Litchfield National Park

Study Ubirr’s sacred Aboriginal rock art.

Mix it up with Darwin’s fusion of East-meets-West

city culture.

Ride a camel in the outback

See desert animalsCruise Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge

And that’s just t he beginning!W For more on accommodation

contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodationFor more on things to docontiki.co.nz/exploremore

Learn more online at

contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation

with Contiki from NZ$115 per day

Kings Creek Station

Darwin

Kakadu National Park

Hot air ballooning

11 DaysTerritory & Outback

Kings Canyon

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

thing, as well as choose from our optional activities. Here’s

some of what you could get up to (at an additional cost):

KINGS CANYON: Camel ride through an

outback station ULURU: A guided

helicopter flight over Uluru & The Olgas

Litchfield N.P

Mataranka

Devils Marbles

Ti Tree

Daly Waters

Wycliffe Well

The Olgas

Simpsons Gap

ALICE SPRINGS

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KINGS CANYON 1

TENNANT CREEK1

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Gulf of Carpentaria

Great Australian

Bight

Tasman Sea

Great Barrier Reef

NORTHERN TERRITORY

NEW SOUTH WALES

VICTORIA

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

WESTERNAUSTRALIA

QUEENSLAND

1 or more nightstopsPlaces visited

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Your choiceYou can start this tour in Darwin and travel it in reverse.

11Days

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NZ$152/Day

When to go and how much

Northern Territory

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11 daysTerritory & Outback

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10 nights accomm9 breakfasts 4 dinners

What’s includedAll as per itinerary

• 10 nights multi-share accommodation:7 nights in hotels, 2 nights in a lodge& 1 night on an outback bush campin a comfy Aussie ‘swag’Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Outback bush camp quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation

• 9 breakfasts (B) & 4 dinners (D)• A dedicated crew with an

experienced & professional TourManager & Driver

• Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach withpowerpoints for charging

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

Swim in the rock pools

Hot air ballooning

ALICE SPRINGS: Dawn hot air balloon flight over desert & the MacDonnell Range - Learn from Aboriginal people about their lifestyle and beliefs 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 includedsightseeingDay 1: Alice SpringsMeet up with your Contiki Crew & explorethe Outback’s unofficial capital, ’The Alice’,famous for its remote location, its Aussiecharacters & its reputation as the nationalhub for Aboriginal art. 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 2: 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 River - the oldest riverin the worldEnjoy a unique experience at anovernight bush camp on a cattle &camel stationSee the desert night sky & starsDay 3: 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 4: UluruWatch shadows & changing colours atplay as the sun rises over Australia’s pinup icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up,on or 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 & sunriseVisit the Uluru Cultural CentreHike the Valley of the Winds at KataTjuta (The Olga's)Day 5: Uluru to Alice SpringsPit stop at a fascinating institution inoutback travel, the traditional AustralianRoadhouse, on the return trip to AliceSprings. Hotel (B)Day 6: Alice Springs to Tennant CreekOpt in 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 WellVisit the Devil’s Marbles rock formationStay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outbacktown of Tennant CreekDay 7: Tennant Creek to KatherineStop & ‘tip one back’ at the oldest pub inthe Territory before dipping into the

refreshing Mataranka Thermal Pools.Continue on to the surprisingly lush rivertown of Katherine. Hotel (B)Visit Daly Waters - the famousoutback pubChill out & swim in the Matarankathermal poolsVisit Elsey - the historic ’We of theNever Never’ homesteadDay 8: Katherine to Kakadu NationalParkHike, walk, or take an optional boat trip foran 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 & seethe sheer rock walls & wildlifeDay 9: Kakadu National ParkBe stunned by the ecological ‘jewel’ ofKakadu & its variety of superb landscapes,abundance of wildlife, & arguablyAustralia's best Aboriginal rock art foundat places like Nourlangie Rock. Hotel (B)Walk & see the Aboriginal rock artVisit the Warradjan Aboriginal CulturalCentreWildlife cruise to see crocodiles &native birdsDay 10: 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 11: 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 Longer? See page 46 for great rates toextend your holiday.

Save Money! If you pay 12 months inadvance, you save NZ$169. Or pay 6 months inadvance and save NZ$85.See page 12 for details.

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For Travel Insurance see page 45.Prices above are quad share.Twin room supplement add NZ$379. Single room supplement add NZ$1119. TEAD: Start Alice Springs 9.00am and end Darwin 6.00pmTEDA:Start Darwin 7.30am and end Alice Springs 12.00noonFor departure point information see page 46.

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Your ChoiceYou can start this tour in AliceSprings and travel it in reverse

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Itinerary and includedsightseeingDay 1: Darwin & Litchfield National ParkDelve into the Northern Territory’s bestkept secret, Litchfield National Park &plunge into the cool pool of water belowFlorence Falls. Head back to Darwin & get ready for a night out on the town.Hotel See the unique, huge termite moundsSee Litchfield’s rainforests &sandstone formationsEnjoy a swim at Florence FallsDay 2: Darwin to Kakadu National ParkToday, hit the streets of tropical Darwin, an exotic, diverse place that combinesEast & West & attracts people from allover the 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 3: Kakadu National ParkBe stunned by the ecological ‘jewel’ ofKakadu & its variety of superb landscapes,abundance of wildlife, & arguablyAustralia's best Aboriginal rock art foundat places like Nourlangie Rock. Hotel (B)Walk & see the Aboriginal rock artVisit the Warradjan Aboriginal CulturalCentreWildlife cruise to see crocodiles &native birds

Day 4: 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 for an up close experience withdramatic Katherine Gorge. Hotel (B)Visit mighty Katherine Gorge & seethe sheer rock walls & wildlifeDay 5: 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 outback pub Stay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outbacktown of Tennant CreekDay 6: Tennant Creek to Alice SpringsContemplate the age-old, mythologicalDevil’s Marbles rocks before crossing theTropic of Capricorn & arriving in AliceSprings where the tour ends & it’s time tosay farewell to your new friends. (B)See Aboriginal art & didgeridoos in TiTree’s local art galleryMaybe sight a UFO in Wycliffe Well!

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

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Your ChoiceYou can end this tour in Uluru or Alice Springs

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDay 1: Alice SpringsMeet up with your Contiki Crew & explorethe Outback’s unofficial capital - ’TheAlice’ - famous for its remote location, itsAussie characters & its reputation as thenational hub for Aboriginal art. Hotel (D)

Alice Springs town tour

Visit ANZAC Hill lookout

See Alice Springs Telegraph Station

Visit Alice Springs Desert Park & learnabout plants & animals found acrossthe Central Australian desert

Visit the important Aboriginal culturalsite of Simpson’s Gap

Visit West MacDonnell National Park

Day 2: Alice Springs to Kings CreekStationStrike out West to rugged Kings CreekStation, a working camel station, andtonight do as the real Aussie ‘bushies’ doand sleep under the stars in a comfyswag. Outback bush camp (B,D)

Cross the Finke - the world’s oldest river

Enjoy a unique experience at anovernight bush camp on a cattle &camel station

See the desert night sky & stars

Day 3: Kings Creek Station to UluruWalk through one of the most spectacularsights in central Australia – Kings Canyon.

Then hit the road for the Yulara Resort andwatch 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 4: UluruWatch shadows & changing colours atplay as the sun rises over Australia’s pinup icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up,on or 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 Centre Hike the Valley of the Winds at KataTjuta (The Olga's)Day 5: UluruSay farewell to your new friends as yourtrip ends after breakfast. Or join us for afree transfer to Alice Springs where yourtrip ends upon arrival. (subject toavailability). (B)

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ALICE SPRINGS: Dawn hot air balloon flight over desert - Learn from Aboriginal people about theirlifestyle and beliefs on a ‘Dreamtime Bushtucker’ experience KINGS CANYON: Explore Kings CreekStation on a quad-bike - Scenic helicopter flight over the Canyon ULURU: Take a ‘wild’ ride on aHarley Davidson around Uluru - Champagne sunset drinks & nibbles

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• 4 nights multi-share accommodation: 1 night in a hotel, 2 nights in a lodge& 1 night on an outback bush campin a comfy Aussie ‘swag’Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Outback bush camp quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation






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The East Coast is where it’s at! From the big city excitement of spectacular Sydney to adventure-packed Cairns in the tropical north, with miles of sun-loving coastline and pristine national parks in between. It’s chilled out coastal towns are the perfect way to winddown and relax, or check the pace with more adventure activities than you can handle!

Whitsundays sailing A great alternative to spending 2 nights at Daydream Island Resort, is our sailing option upgrade, with the chance to spend 2 days & nightsonboard your own private maxi yacht.

Sailing is a great way to see this Great Barrier Reef World Heritagearea, with heavenly white beaches and crystal clear waters it’s famousfor. If you want to learn about sailing, the crew will teach you how tohoist the sails and grind the winches, but if you’d prefer to relax, sunbake and soak up the atmosphere – you can leave the hard work to them. Swim, snorkel or laze your way around this tropical paradise.

You’ll find prices on each applicable tour page. This optional upgrade includes 2 nights multi-share accommodation (no twin avail),a dedicated & professional onboard crew, freshly prepared meals (2 bfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners) & snorkelling equipment.

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Get a taste of life on a working outback cattle station.Learn the ropes sailing around The Whitsunday Islands.

Walk through the Daintree, the oldest rainforest on earth.Feel the sand between your toes on the beach of one of many stunning beaches.

Get wet snorkelling or diving one of the world’s natural wonders - the Great Barrier Reef.Scale the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

4WD your heart out across the sand dunes of Fraser Island. Beginner or experienced – diving for everyone.

Pump the adrenelin with skydiving,bungy and white water rafting. Make friends with the locals like koalas and kangaroos.Bring beach culture to life and learn to surf.Chill out in bohemian Byron Bay.

And that’s just t he beginning!

Sleep in amazing places like...

On a working cattle farm’s traditional country homestead Right on the beachfront at our Surf Camp On a Great Barrier Reef island resort Amongst the Daintree rainforest at an eco-lodge Onboard a yacht in the picture-perfect Whitsunday IslandsAnd when in the cities, it’s quality, central hotels

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• 15 nights multi-share accommodation: 2 nights in a hotel, 9 nights inresorts, 2 nights in an eco-lodge, 1 night in a surf school village & 1 night in a country homesteadSailing option: substitute 2 nights inresort with 2 nights on a yacht (seepage 22)Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation

• 11 breakfasts (B) & 6 dinners (D)Sailing option: 11 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) & 7 dinners (D)

• A dedicated crew with anexperienced & professional TourManager & Driver


• Rainforest adventure on days 1 & 2• Sightseeing tours of all major cities• Local taxes & service charges

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: Learn to surf lesson PORT STEPHENS: Dolphin watching cruise & swimming

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDay 1: Cairns to Cape TribulationMeet up with your Contiki Crew & head toPort Douglas, a glamorous, yet low-keyresort town popular with the rich & famous.Keep heading north along the stunning CoralSea to Mossman Gorge, the pristine DaintreeNational Park & Cape Tribulation. Resort (D)See Port Douglas & gorgeous Four MileBeach - a band of white-sand beachbacked by palms Walk through the Daintree Rainforest toMossman Gorge for swimmingDay 2: Cape TribulationGet back to nature in the Daintree NationalPark with its ancient rainforests. Dip in arefreshing swimming hole before headingback to Cape Tribulation - a unique areawhere 2 of Australia’s most significant WorldHeritage sites, The Great Barrier Reef & thewet tropics, meet! Resort (B)Learn about unique Daintree flora &fauna on a board walkListen to Aboriginal legends about theprecious areaDay 3: Cape Tribulation to CairnsLearn about the fascinating indigenousAboriginal culture. Then it’s back to Cairnsfor the evening. Resort (B)Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Centre& see native dancing, learn to throw aboomerang & see spear throwingDays 4-5: CairnsWith a lush tropical setting, Cairns has somuch to offer – great restaurants, bars,markets, shopping, & of course, nightlife! It’salso the jumping off point for lots of activitieslike the Outer Barrier Reef cruise orwhitewater rafting. Resort Cairns city tourDay 6: Cairns to the WhitsundaysPass through Tully & Townsville en route toAirlie Beach - gateway to the WhitsundayIslands. A quick ferry ride & you’ll findyourself in a slice of heaven on prettyDaydream Island. Resort (B,D)Cross the Tully River, home to Australia'sbest white water rafting (optional activity)Townsville city tourVisit Airlie Beach with a pumping bar &cafe sceneDays 7-8: The WhitsundaysTime to slow it down & catch some rays onthe amazing white sand beaches of TheWhitsundays. Or get your blood pumpingwith heaps of activities to choose from likewaterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beachvolleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B) (B)See native birdlife & wallabiesEnjoy great resort facilities

Day 9: The Whitsundays to CountryHomesteadPass through Mackay & its sugar cane fields

on your way to our homestead in the heart ofAustralia’s cattle country. Get a slice of thereal country life & genuine Aussie hospitalityover a hearty meal. Country Homestead (B,D)Cross the Tropic of CapricornRockhampton city tourFarm tour to see a mix of farm animals& even kangaroos!Day 10: Country Homestead to FraserIslandHead back out to the coast, catch a ferry, &touch down on the natural wonder of FraserIsland. Eco Lodge (B,D)Day 11: 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 12: Fraser Island to Surfers ParadiseBack to the mainland, it’s on to Noosa, alittle beach resort blending the chic with surfculture. After lunch, explore Brisbane, acosmopolitan city that has still retained alaid-back, small town attitude before arrivingin Surfers Paradise. Hotel (B)Visit picturesque Noosa & its beachBrisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the OpalTry your luck at Jupiter's CasinoDay 13: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party in the‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure, water activities & more bars &nightclubs than you could ‘poke a stick at’,& you have a travellers paradise! Hotel Day 14: Surfers Paradise to Coffs HarbourEncounter native Aussie animals atCurrumbin Sanctuary before wanderingthrough the artsy, coastal town of Byron Bay.Then continue down Australia’s famous‘holiday coast’ to the beautiful beaches ofCoffs Harbour where our Surf Camp &School has cabins located right on thebeach. 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 15: Coffs Harbour to Shoal Bay(Port Stephens)This morning we’ll show you the best wavesto surf if you already know how, or teach youif you don’t. This afternoon, head to the‘blue water paradise’ of Port Stephens &pristine Shoal Bay. Resort (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 16: 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. The tour ends here & itstime to say farewell to your new friends. (B)Sydney city tour See the Sydney Opera House & HarbourBridgeVisit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for apanoramic view of Sydney Harbour

Whitewater rafting

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Days 6-8: SailingWhitsundays optionWant to get out on the water for thenext couple of days? Choose ourWhitsunday sailing option! See page22 for more info & the pricing box forcosts. There’s no twin or single shareavailable onboard the boat. (B,D) (B,L,D) (B,L).

Codes: ex Cairns:BWCW / ex Sydney:BWSWSave Money! If you pay 12 months inadvance, you save NZ$279. Or pay 6 months inadvance and save NZ$139.See page 12 for details.

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• 13 nights multi-share accommodation:2 nights in a hotel, 7 nights in resorts,2 nights in an eco-lodge, 1 night in asurf school village & 1 night in acountry homesteadSailing option: substitute 2 nights inresort with 2 nights on a yacht (seepage 22)Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation





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 includedsightseeingDay 1: 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 2: 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 show you the best waves to surf ifyou already know how, or teach you if youdon’t. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 3: Coffs Harbour to Surfers ParadiseWander through the relaxed, small coastaltown of Byron Bay with its New Age-organic lifestyle, artsy shops & fantasticeateries. Later, encounter native Aussieanimals at Currumbin Sanctuary. Hotel (B)Visit Cape Byron - Australia's mosteasterly pointVisit a wildlife sanctuary - cuddle a koala& see kangaroos, emus, crocodiles,dingoes, Tasmanian devils & more!Visit stunning Gold Coast beachesVisit Jupiter's CasinoDay 4: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure, water activities & more bars &nightclubs than you could ‘poke a stickat’, & you have a travellers paradise! Hotel Day 5: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city thathas still retained a laid-back, small townattitude. After lunch it’s on to Noosa, alittle beach resort blending the chic withsurf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the OpalVisit picturesque Noosa & its 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 farm animals &even kangaroos!Enjoy 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 to

the Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride& you’ll find yourself in a slice of heavenon tropical Daydream Island. 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 9-10: The WhitsundaysTime to slow it down, chill out, & catchsome rays on the amazing white sandybeaches. Or get your blood pumping witha ton of activities to choose from likewaterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beachvolleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B)(B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabies

Day 11: The Whitsundays to CairnsGo north to the happening city of Townsvillethat straddles the coast & the outback.Continue road-tripping along the spectacularGreat Green Way via Tully to the ever-popular travellers’ hub of Cairns. Resort (B)Townsville city tourView Magnetic Island, an unspoiltnational park, from TownsvilleCross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best white water 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 it’s backto Cairns where the tour ends & it’s timeto say farewell to your new friends. Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalCentre & see Aboriginal dancing, throwa boomerang & see spear throwing

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For Travel Insurance see page 45.Prices above are quad share.Tour only supplement - add NZ$1699 single/add NZ$575 twin share.Tour + sailing supplement - add NZ$1379 single/add NZ$475twin share (no twin or single available whilst on boat).BRSC: Start Sydney 7.00am and end Cairns 12.00 noonBRCS: Start Cairns 12.00 noon and end Sydney 6.00pmFor departure point information see page 46.Extend your holiday! Stay on using our special rates before or after your tour. More on page 46.

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

Start Finish Tour Tour & Sydney Cairns Only Sailing

2009MAR 22 APR 4 2489 2914MAR 29 APR 11 2489 2914APR 9 APR 22 2489 2914APR 19 MAY 2 2489 2914APR 26 MAY 9 2489 2914MAY 17 MAY 30 2489 2914MAY 24 JUN 6 2489 2914JUN 14 JUN 27 2489 2914JUN 21 JUL 4 2489 2914JUL 12 JUL 25 2429 2854JUL 19 AUG 1 2429 2854JUL 30 AUG 12 2429 2854AUG 9 AUG 22 2429 2854AUG 16 AUG 29 2429 2854AUG 27 SEP 9 2429 2854SEP 6 SEP 19 2429 2854SEP 13 SEP 26 2429 2854SEP 24 OCT 7 2429 2854OCT 4 OCT 17 2429 2854OCT 11 OCT 24 2429 2854OCT 22 NOV 4 2429 2854NOV 1 NOV 14 2555 2980NOV 8 NOV 21 2555 2980NOV 19 DEC 2 2555 2980NOV 29 DEC 12 2555 2980DEC 6 DEC 19 2555 2980DEC 17 DEC 30 2555 2980DEC 27 JAN 9 2555 2980

2010JAN 2 JAN 15 2555 2980JAN 14 JAN 27 2555 2980JAN 24 FEB 6 2555 2980JAN 31 FEB 13 2555 2980FEB 14 FEB 27 2555 2980FEB 21 MAR 6 2555 2980FEB 28 MAR 13 2555 2980MAR 7 MAR 20 2555 2980MAR 14 MAR 27 2555 2980MAR 21 APR 3 2555 2980MAR 28 APR 10 2555 2980APR 8 APR 21 2545 2970APR 18 MAY 1 2545 2970APR 25 MAY 8 2545 2970MAY 16 MAY 29 2545 2970MAY 23 JUN 5 2545 2970JUN 13 JUN 26 2545 2970JUN 20 JUL 3 2545 2970JUL 11 JUL 24 2505 2930JUL 18 JUL 31 2505 2930JUL 29 AUG 11 2505 2930AUG 8 AUG 21 2505 2930AUG 15 AUG 28 2505 2930AUG 26 SEP 8 2505 2930SEP 5 SEP 18 2505 2930SEP 12 SEP 25 2505 2930SEP 23 OCT 6 2505 2930

Code: BRCS 2009/10All prices per person in NZ$

Start Finish Tour Tour & Cairns Sydney Only Sailing

2009APR 4 APR 17 2379 2804APR 11 APR 24 2379 2804APR 22 MAY 5 2379 2804MAY 2 MAY 15 2379 2804MAY 9 MAY 22 2379 2804MAY 30 JUN 12 2379 2804JUN 6 JUN 19 2379 2804JUN 27 JUL 10 2379 2804JUL 4 JUL 17 2319 2744JUL 25 AUG 7 2319 2744AUG 1 AUG 14 2319 2744AUG 12 AUG 25 2319 2744AUG 22 SEP 4 2319 2744AUG 29 SEP 11 2319 2744SEP 9 SEP 22 2319 2744SEP 19 OCT 2 2319 2744SEP 26 OCT 9 2319 2744OCT 7 OCT 20 2319 2744OCT 17 OCT 30 2319 2744OCT 24 NOV 6 2319 2744NOV 4 NOV 17 2445 2870NOV 14 NOV 27 2445 2870NOV 21 DEC 4 2445 2870DEC 2 DEC 15 2445 2870DEC 12 DEC 25 2445 2870DEC 19 JAN 1 2445 2870DEC 30 JAN 12 2445 2870

2010JAN 9 JAN 22 2445 2870JAN 15 JAN 28 2445 2870JAN 27 FEB 9 2445 2870FEB 6 FEB 19 2445 2870FEB 13 FEB 26 2445 2870FEB 27 MAR 12 2445 2870MAR 6 MAR 19 2445 2870MAR 13 MAR 26 2445 2870MAR 20 APR 2 2445 2870MAR 27 APR 9 2445 2870APR 3 APR 16 2435 2860APR 10 APR 23 2435 2860APR 21 MAY 4 2435 2860MAY 1 MAY 14 2435 2860MAY 8 MAY 21 2435 2860MAY 29 JUN 11 2435 2860JUN 5 JUN 18 2435 2860JUN 26 JUL 9 2435 2860JUL 3 JUL 16 2395 2820JUL 24 AUG 6 2395 2820JUL 31 AUG 13 2395 2820AUG 11 AUG 24 2395 2820AUG 21 SEP 3 2395 2820AUG 28 SEP 10 2395 2820SEP 8 SEP 21 2395 2820SEP 18 OCT 1 2395 2820SEP 25 OCT 8 2395 2820

11 DaysCoast &Whitsundays




PORT STEPHENS: Dolphin watching

cruise & swimming COFFS HARBOUR: Learn to surf lesson

Airlie Beach

Shute Harbour

Mackay

Noosa

Byron Bay

Capricorn Coast

Sydney

3

COUNTRY HOMESTEAD

1

FRASER ISLAND2

Brisbane


PORT STEPHENS

COFFS HARBOUR

1

1


Great Australian

Bight

Tasman Sea

Great Barrier Reef

Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

NEW SOUTH WALES

VICTORIA

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

QUEENSLAND


1

Your choiceYou can start this tour in theWhitsundays and travel it inreverse – if you do, you save up to NZ$55.

11Days

fromNZ$1975

NZ$180/Day

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East Coast

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• 10 nights multi-share accommodation:2 nights in a hotel, 4 nights in resorts,2 nights in an eco-lodge, 1 night in asurf school village & 1 night in acountry homesteadSailing option: substitute 2 nights inresort with 2 nights on a yacht (seepage 22)Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation





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 and includedsightseeingDay 1: 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 2: 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 show you the best waves to surf ifyou already know how, or teach you if youdon’t. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 3: Coffs Harbour to SurfersParadiseWander through the relaxed, small coastaltown of Byron Bay with its New Age-organic lifestyle, artsy shops & fantasticeateries. Later, encounter native Aussieanimals at Currumbin 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 4: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure, water activities & more bars &nightclubs than you could ‘poke a stickat’, & you have a travellers paradise! Hotel Day 5: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city thathas still retained a laid-back, small townattitude. After lunch it’s on to Noosa, alittle beach resort blending the chic withsurf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the OpalVisit picturesque Noosa & its beachDay 6: 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 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 farm animals &even kangaroos!Enjoy 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 in a slice of heavenon tropical Daydream Island. 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 9-10: The WhitsundaysTime to slow it down, chill out, & catchsome rays on the amazing white sandybeaches. Or get your blood pumping witha ton of activities to choose from likewaterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beachvolleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B)(B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabies

Day 11: The WhitsundaysThe tour ends after breakfast & it’s time tosay farewell to your new friends. (B)

Surfers Paradise

Dolphin watching cruise

Stay Longer? See page 46 for great rates toextend your holiday in Sydney.


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


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

Start Finish Tour Tour & Sydney W’suns Only Sailing

2009MAR 22 APR 1 2080 2505MAR 29 APR 8 2080 2505APR 9 APR 19 2080 2505APR 19 APR 29 2080 2505APR 26 MAY 6 2080 2505MAY 17 MAY 27 2080 2505MAY 24 JUN 3 2080 2505JUN 14 JUN 24 2080 2505JUN 21 JUL 1 2080 2505JUL 12 JUL 22 2030 2455JUL 19 JUL 29 2030 2455JUL 30 AUG 9 2030 2455AUG 9 AUG 19 2030 2455AUG 16 AUG 26 2030 2455AUG 27 SEP 6 2030 2455SEP 6 SEP 16 2030 2455SEP 13 SEP 23 2030 2455SEP 24 OCT 4 2030 2455OCT 4 OCT 14 2030 2455OCT 11 OCT 21 2030 2455OCT 22 NOV 1 2030 2455NOV 1 NOV 11 2130 2555NOV 8 NOV 18 2130 2555NOV 19 NOV 29 2130 2555NOV 29 DEC 9 2130 2555DEC 6 DEC 16 2130 2555DEC 17 DEC 27 2130 2555DEC 27 JAN 6 2130 2555

2010JAN 2 JAN 12 2130 2555JAN 14 JAN 24 2130 2555JAN 24 FEB 3 2130 2555JAN 31 FEB 10 2130 2555FEB 14 FEB 24 2130 2555FEB 21 MAR 3 2130 2555FEB 28 MAR 10 2130 2555MAR 7 MAR 17 2130 2555MAR 14 MAR 24 2130 2555MAR 21 MAR 31 2130 2555MAR 28 APR 7 2130 2555APR 8 APR 18 2120 2545APR 18 APR 28 2120 2545APR 25 MAY 5 2120 2545MAY 16 MAY 26 2120 2545MAY 23 JUN 2 2120 2545JUN 13 JUN 23 2120 2545JUN 20 JUN 30 2120 2545JUL 11 JUL 21 2090 2515JUL 18 JUL 28 2090 2515JUL 29 AUG 8 2090 2515AUG 8 AUG 18 2090 2515AUG 15 AUG 25 2090 2515AUG 26 SEP 5 2090 2515SEP 5 SEP 15 2090 2515SEP 12 SEP 22 2090 2515SEP 23 OCT 3 2090 2515

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

Start Finish Tour Tour & W’suns Sydney Only Sailing

2009APR 7 APR 17 2025 2450APR 14 APR 24 2025 2450APR 25 MAY 5 2025 2450MAY 5 MAY 15 2025 2450MAY 12 MAY 22 2025 2450JUN 2 JUN 12 2025 2450JUN 9 JUN 19 2025 2450JUN 30 JUL 10 2025 2450JUL 7 JUL 17 1975 2400JUL 28 AUG 7 1975 2400AUG 4 AUG 14 1975 2400AUG 15 AUG 25 1975 2400AUG 25 SEP 4 1975 2400SEP 1 SEP 11 1975 2400SEP 12 SEP 22 1975 2400SEP 22 OCT 2 1975 2400SEP 29 OCT 9 1975 2400OCT 10 OCT 20 1975 2400OCT 20 OCT 30 1975 2400OCT 27 NOV 6 1975 2400NOV 7 NOV 17 2075 2500NOV 17 NOV 27 2075 2500NOV 24 DEC 4 2075 2500DEC 5 DEC 15 2075 2500DEC 15 DEC 25 2075 2500DEC 22 JAN 1 2075 2500

2010JAN 2 JAN 12 2075 2500JAN 12 JAN 22 2075 2500JAN 18 JAN 28 2075 2500JAN 30 FEB 9 2075 2500FEB 9 FEB 19 2075 2500FEB 16 FEB 26 2075 2500MAR 2 MAR 12 2075 2500MAR 9 MAR 19 2075 2500MAR 16 MAR 26 2075 2500MAR 23 APR 2 2075 2500MAR 30 APR 9 2075 2500APR 6 APR 16 2065 2490APR 13 APR 23 2065 2490APR 24 MAY 4 2065 2490MAY 4 MAY 14 2065 2490MAY 11 MAY 21 2065 2490JUN 1 JUN 11 2065 2490JUN 8 JUN 18 2065 2490JUN 29 JUL 9 2065 2490JUL 6 JUL 16 2035 2460JUL 27 AUG 6 2035 2460AUG 3 AUG 13 2035 2460AUG 14 AUG 24 2035 2460AUG 24 SEP 3 2035 2460AUG 31 SEP 10 2035 2460SEP 11 SEP 21 2035 2460SEP 21 OCT 1 2035 2460SEP 28 OCT 8 2035 2460

Shopping, Noosa

12 DaysCairnsSunshine Trail




FRASER ISLAND: Locally guided 4WD

trip across the island & lunch

Tully


Mackay

Noosa

Capricorn Coast

3

CAIRNS3

COUNTRY HOMESTEAD

1

FRASER ISLAND2

BrisbaneSURFERS PARADISE 2


Townsville

Gulf of Carpentaria

Great Australian

Bight

Tasman Sea

Great Barrier Reef

Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

NEW SOUTH WALES

VICTORIA

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

QUEENSLAND


1

Your choiceYou can start this tour inCairns and travel it inreverse – if you do, you save up to NZ$55.

12Days

fromNZ$1990

NZ$166/Day

Tjapukai Cultural Centre


East Coast

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• 11 nights multi-share accommodation:2 nights in a hotel, 6 nights in resorts,2 nights in an eco-lodge & 1 night ina country homesteadSailing option: substitute 2 nights inresort with 2 nights on a yacht (seepage 22)Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation





THE WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) CAIRNS: Tandem skydive - White water 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 includedsightseeingDay 1: 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 2: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure, water activities & more bars &nightclubs than you could ‘poke a stickat’, & you have a travellers paradise! Hotel Day 3: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city thathas still retained a laid-back, small townattitude. After lunch it’s on to Noosa, alittle beach resort blending the chic withsurf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the OpalVisit picturesque Noosa & its beachDay 4: 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 5: 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 farm animals &even kangaroos!Enjoy this evening’s activities withmusic, a bar & a bonfireDay 6: 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 in a slice of heavenon tropical Daydream Island. 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 7-8: The WhitsundaysTime to slow it down, chill out, & catch some rays on the amazing white sandy beaches. Or get your bloodpumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing,tennis, beach volleyball or snorkelling.Resort (B)(B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabies

Day 9: The Whitsundays to CairnsGo north to the happening city ofTownsville that straddles the coast & theoutback. Continue road-tripping along thespectacular Great Green Way via Tully tothe ever-popular travellers’ hub of Cairns.Resort (B)Townsville city tourView Magnetic Island, an unspoiltnational park, from TownsvilleCross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best white water raftingDays 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: CairnsVisit Tjapukai to learn about fascinating &ancient Aboriginal culture. Then it’s backto Cairns where the tour ends & it’s timeto say farewell to your new friends. Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalCentre & see Aboriginal dancing, throwa boomerang & see spear throwing

Jetskiing, The Whitsundays

Semi-submersible cruise

Stay Longer? See page 46 for great rates toextend your holiday in Cairns.


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


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

Start Finish Tour Tour & Surfers P. Cairns Only Sailing

2009MAR 24 APR 4 2100 2525MAR 31 APR 11 2100 2525APR 11 APR 22 2100 2525APR 21 MAY 2 2100 2525APR 28 MAY 9 2100 2525MAY 19 MAY 30 2100 2525MAY 26 JUN 6 2100 2525JUN 16 JUN 27 2100 2525JUN 23 JUL 4 2100 2525JUL 14 JUL 25 2045 2470JUL 21 AUG 1 2045 2470AUG 1 AUG 12 2045 2470AUG 11 AUG 22 2045 2470AUG 18 AUG 29 2045 2470AUG 29 SEP 9 2045 2470SEP 8 SEP 19 2045 2470SEP 15 SEP 26 2045 2470SEP 26 OCT 7 2045 2470OCT 6 OCT 17 2045 2470OCT 13 OCT 24 2045 2470OCT 24 NOV 4 2045 2470NOV 3 NOV 14 2150 2575NOV 10 NOV 21 2150 2575NOV 21 DEC 2 2150 2575DEC 1 DEC 12 2150 2575DEC 8 DEC 19 2150 2575DEC 19 DEC 30 2150 2575DEC 29 JAN 9 2150 2575

2010JAN 4 JAN 15 2150 2575JAN 16 JAN 27 2150 2575JAN 26 FEB 6 2150 2575FEB 2 FEB 13 2150 2575FEB 16 FEB 27 2150 2575FEB 23 MAR 6 2150 2575MAR 2 MAR 13 2150 2575MAR 9 MAR 20 2150 2575MAR 16 MAR 27 2150 2575MAR 23 APR 3 2150 2575MAR 30 APR 10 2150 2575APR 10 APR 21 2140 2565APR 20 MAY 1 2140 2565APR 27 MAY 8 2140 2565MAY 18 MAY 29 2140 2565MAY 25 JUN 5 2140 2565JUN 15 JUN 26 2140 2565JUN 22 JUL 3 2140 2565JUL 13 JUL 24 2105 2530JUL 20 JUL 31 2105 2530JUL 31 AUG 11 2105 2530AUG 10 AUG 21 2105 2530AUG 17 AUG 28 2105 2530AUG 28 SEP 8 2105 2530SEP 7 SEP 18 2105 2530SEP 14 SEP 25 2105 2530SEP 25 OCT 6 2105 2530

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

Start Finish Tour Tour & Cairns Surfers P. Only Sailing

2009APR 4 APR 15 2045 2470APR 11 APR 22 2045 2470APR 22 MAY 3 2045 2470MAY 2 MAY 13 2045 2470MAY 9 MAY 20 2045 2470MAY 30 JUN 10 2045 2470JUN 6 JUN 17 2045 2470JUN 27 JUL 8 2045 2470JUL 4 JUL 15 1990 2415JUL 25 AUG 5 1990 2415AUG 1 AUG 12 1990 2415AUG 12 AUG 23 1990 2415AUG 22 SEP 2 1990 2415AUG 29 SEP 9 1990 2415SEP 9 SEP 20 1990 2415SEP 19 SEP 30 1990 2415SEP 26 OCT 7 1990 2415OCT 7 OCT 18 1990 2415OCT 17 OCT 28 1990 2415OCT 24 NOV 4 1990 2415NOV 4 NOV 15 2095 2520NOV 14 NOV 25 2095 2520NOV 21 DEC 2 2095 2520DEC 2 DEC 13 2095 2520DEC 12 DEC 23 2095 2520DEC 19 DEC 30 2095 2520DEC 30 JAN 10 2095 2520

2010JAN 9 JAN 20 2095 2520JAN 15 JAN 26 2095 2520JAN 27 FEB 7 2095 2520FEB 6 FEB 17 2095 2520FEB 13 FEB 24 2095 2520FEB 27 MAR 10 2095 2520MAR 6 MAR 17 2095 2520MAR 13 MAR 24 2095 2520MAR 20 MAR 31 2095 2520MAR 27 APR 7 2095 2520APR 3 APR 14 2085 2510APR 10 APR 21 2085 2510APR 21 MAY 2 2085 2510MAY 1 MAY 12 2085 2510MAY 8 MAY 19 2085 2510MAY 29 JUN 9 2085 2510JUN 5 JUN 16 2085 2510JUN 26 JUL 7 2085 2510JUL 3 JUL 14 2050 2475JUL 24 AUG 4 2050 2475JUL 31 AUG 11 2050 2475AUG 11 AUG 22 2050 2475AUG 21 SEP 1 2050 2475AUG 28 SEP 8 2050 2475SEP 8 SEP 19 2050 2475SEP 18 SEP 29 2050 2475SEP 25 OCT 6 2050 2475

9 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

CAIRNS3


Great Australian

Bight

Tasman Sea

Great Barrier Reef

Coral Sea

NORTHERN TERRITORY

NEW SOUTH WALES

VICTORIA

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

QUEENSLAND


1

Your choiceYou can start this tour in Cairns and travel it in reverse.

9Days

fromNZ$1689

NZ$188/Day


East Coast

33

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• 8 nights multi-share resortaccommodation Sailing option: substitute 2 nights inresort with 2 nights on a yacht (seepage 22)Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation




• Rainforest adventure on days 7, 8 & 9• Sightseeing tours of all major cities• Local taxes & service charges

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 includedsightseeingDay 1: The WhitsundaysMeet up with your Contiki Crew & newtravel buddies on Daydream Island, a sliceof heaven in the magnificent Whitsundays.Resort (D)Days 2-3: The WhitsundaysTime to slow it down & catch some rayson the amazing white sand beaches of TheWhitsundays. Or get your blood pumpingwith heaps of activities to choose from likewaterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beachvolleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B) (B)See native birdlife & wallabiesEnjoy great resort facilities

Day 4: The Whitsundays to CairnsHead north to the happening city ofTownsville that straddles the coast & theoutback. Continue road-tripping along thespectacular Great Green Way via Tully tothe ever-popular travellers’ hub of Cairns.Resort (B)Townsville city tourSee the unspoilt national park ofMagnetic Island from TownsvilleCross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best white water raftingDays 5-6: 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 7: 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 CulturalCentre & see Aboriginal dancing, learnto throw a boomerang & see spearthrowing Walk through the Daintree Rainforestto Mossman Gorge for swimmingDay 8: Cape TribulationGet back to nature in the Daintree National Park with its ancient rainforests.Dip in a refreshing swimming hole beforeheading back to Cape Tribulation - aunique area where 2 of Australia’s mostsignificant World Heritage sites, The GreatBarrier Reef & the wet tropics, meet!Resort (B)Learn about unique Daintree flora &fauna on a board walkListen to Aboriginal legends about theprecious areaDay 9: 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. Thenit’s back to Cairns where the tour ends &it’s time to say farewell to your newfriends. (B)See Port Douglas & gorgeous FourMile Beach - a band of white-sandbeach backed by palms

Cape Tribulation

Kuranda Skyrail


Days 1-3: SailingWhitsundays optionWant to get out on the water for thenext couple of days? Choose ourWhitsunday sailing option! See page22 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

Save Money! If you pay 12 months inadvance, you save NZ$169. Or pay 6 months inadvance and save NZ$85. See page 12 for details.

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

Start Finish Tour Tour & W’suns Cairns Only Sailing

2009MAR 29 APR 6 1735 2160APR 5 APR 13 1735 2160APR 16 APR 24 1735 2160APR 26 MAY 4 1735 2160MAY 3 MAY 11 1735 2160MAY 24 JUN 1 1735 2160MAY 31 JUN 8 1735 2160JUN 21 JUN 29 1735 2160JUN 28 JUL 6 1735 2160JUL 19 JUL 27 1689 2114JUL 26 AUG 3 1689 2114AUG 6 AUG 14 1689 2114AUG 16 AUG 24 1689 2114AUG 23 AUG 31 1689 2114SEP 3 SEP 11 1689 2114SEP 13 SEP 21 1689 2114SEP 20 SEP 28 1689 2114OCT 1 OCT 9 1689 2114OCT 11 OCT 19 1689 2114OCT 18 OCT 26 1689 2114OCT 29 NOV 6 1689 2114NOV 8 NOV 16 1775 2200NOV 15 NOV 23 1775 2200NOV 26 DEC 4 1775 2200DEC 6 DEC 14 1775 2200DEC 13 DEC 21 1775 2200DEC 24 JAN 1 1775 2200

2010JAN 3 JAN 11 1775 2200JAN 9 JAN 17 1775 2200JAN 21 JAN 29 1775 2200JAN 31 FEB 8 1775 2200FEB 7 FEB 15 1775 2200FEB 21 MAR 1 1775 2200FEB 28 MAR 8 1775 2200MAR 7 MAR 15 1775 2200MAR 14 MAR 22 1775 2200MAR 21 MAR 29 1775 2200MAR 28 APR 5 1775 2200APR 4 APR 12 1769 2194APR 15 APR 23 1769 2194APR 25 MAY 3 1769 2194MAY 2 MAY 10 1769 2194MAY 23 MAY 31 1769 2194MAY 30 JUN 7 1769 2194JUN 20 JUN 28 1769 2194JUN 27 JUL 5 1769 2194JUL 18 JUL 26 1739 2164JUL 25 AUG 2 1739 2164AUG 5 AUG 13 1739 2164AUG 15 AUG 23 1739 2164AUG 22 AUG 30 1739 2164SEP 2 SEP 10 1739 2164SEP 12 SEP 20 1739 2164SEP 19 SEP 27 1739 2164SEP 30 OCT 8 1739 2164

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Itinerary and includedsightseeingDay 1: The WhitsundaysMeet up with your Contiki Crew & newtravel buddies on Daydream Island, a sliceof heaven in the magnificent Whitsundays.Get to know other travellers & your grouptonight at the bar, over drinks. Resort (D)

Days 2-3: The WhitsundaysSlow it down & catch some rays on theamazing white sand beaches & in theclear turquoise waters of TheWhitsundays. Or get your blood pumpingwith heaps of activities to choose from likewaterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beachvolleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B)(B)

See native birdlife & wallabies

Enjoy great resort facilities

Day 4: The Whitsundays to CairnsHead north to Townsville, a happening city

that straddles the coast & the outback.Continue road-tripping along thespectacular Great Green Way via Tully tothe ever-popular travellers’ hub of Cairns -gateway to two of the world’s greatestnatural attractions, The Great Barrier Reef& the Daintree Rainforest. Resort (B)

Townsville city tourSee the unspoilt national park ofMagnetic Island from TownsvilleCross the Tully River, home toAustralia's best white water raftingDays 5-6: 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 7: CairnsA short drive north has you spending afascinating morning experiencingAboriginal culture at Australia’s mostawarded attraction - Tjapukai AboriginalCultural Park. Then return to Cairns wherethe tour ends & its time so say farewell toyour new friends.

Visit Tjapukai & see Aboriginaldancing, spear throwing & learn tothrow a boomerang

THE WHITSUNDAYS: Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent)CAIRNS: Tandem skydive - White water 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 - Bungy jump

Save Money!If you pay 12 months inadvance, you save NZ$119. Or pay 6 months inadvance and save NZ$59.See page 12 for details.

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2009MAR 29 APR 4 1219 1644APR 5 APR 11 1219 1644APR 16 APR 22 1219 1644APR 26 MAY 2 1219 1644MAY 3 MAY 9 1219 1644MAY 24 MAY 30 1219 1644MAY 31 JUN 6 1219 1644JUN 21 JUN 27 1219 1644JUN 28 JUL 4 1219 1644JUL 19 JUL 25 1189 1614JUL 26 AUG 1 1189 1614AUG 6 AUG 12 1189 1614AUG 16 AUG 22 1189 1614AUG 23 AUG 29 1189 1614SEP 3 SEP 9 1189 1614SEP 13 SEP 19 1189 1614SEP 20 SEP 26 1189 1614OCT 1 OCT 7 1189 1614OCT 11 OCT 17 1189 1614OCT 18 OCT 24 1189 1614OCT 29 NOV 4 1189 1614NOV 8 NOV 14 1249 1674NOV 15 NOV 21 1249 1674NOV 26 DEC 2 1249 1674DEC 6 DEC 12 1249 1674DEC 13 DEC 19 1249 1674DEC 24 DEC 30 1249 1674

2010JAN 3 JAN 9 1249 1674JAN 9 JAN 15 1249 1674JAN 21 JAN 27 1249 1674JAN 31 FEB 6 1249 1674FEB 7 FEB 13 1249 1674FEB 21 FEB 27 1249 1674FEB 28 MAR 6 1249 1674MAR 7 MAR 13 1249 1674MAR 14 MAR 20 1249 1674MAR 21 MAR 27 1249 1674MAR 28 APR 3 1249 1674APR 4 APR 10 1245 1670APR 15 APR 21 1245 1670APR 25 MAY 1 1245 1670MAY 2 MAY 8 1245 1670MAY 23 MAY 29 1245 1670MAY 30 JUN 5 1245 1670JUN 20 JUN 26 1245 1670JUN 27 JUL 3 1245 1670JUL 18 JUL 24 1225 1650JUL 25 JUL 31 1225 1650AUG 5 AUG 11 1225 1650AUG 15 AUG 21 1225 1650AUG 22 AUG 28 1225 1650SEP 2 SEP 8 1225 1650SEP 12 SEP 18 1225 1650SEP 19 SEP 25 1225 1650SEP 30 OCT 6 1225 1650

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2010JAN 9 JAN 15 1249 1674JAN 15 JAN 21 1249 1674JAN 27 FEB 2 1249 1674FEB 6 FEB 12 1249 1674FEB 13 FEB 19 1249 1674FEB 27 MAR 5 1249 1674MAR 6 MAR 12 1249 1674MAR 13 MAR 19 1249 1674MAR 20 MAR 26 1249 1674MAR 27 APR 2 1249 1674APR 3 APR 9 1245 1670APR 10 APR 16 1245 1670APR 21 APR 27 1245 1670MAY 1 MAY 7 1245 1670MAY 8 MAY 14 1245 1670MAY 29 JUN 4 1245 1670JUN 5 JUN 11 1245 1670JUN 26 JUL 2 1245 1670JUL 3 JUL 9 1225 1650JUL 24 JUL 30 1225 1650JUL 31 AUG 6 1225 1650AUG 11 AUG 17 1225 1650AUG 21 AUG 27 1225 1650AUG 28 SEP 3 1225 1650SEP 8 SEP 14 1225 1650SEP 18 SEP 24 1225 1650SEP 25 OCT 1 1225 1650


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• 6 nights multi-share resortaccommodationSailing option: substitute 2 nights inresort with 2 nights on a yacht (seepage 22)Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation

• 4 breakfasts (B) & 1 dinner (D)Sailing option: 4 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) & 2 dinners (D)





Days 1-3: SailingWhitsundays optionWant to get out on the water for thenext couple of days? Choose ourWhitsunday sailing option! See page22 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:NWSW / ex Cairns:NWCW

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDay 1: 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 Beach - a band of white-sandbeach backed by palms Walk through the Daintree Rainforestto Mossman Gorge for swimmingDay 2: Cape TribulationGet back to nature in the Daintree NationalPark with its ancient rainforests. Dip in arefreshing swimming hole before headingback to Cape Tribulation - a unique area

where 2 of Australia’s most significantWorld Heritage sites, The Great BarrierReef & the wet tropics, meet! Resort (B)Learn about unique Daintree flora &fauna on a board walkListen to Aboriginal legends about the precious areaDay 3: Cape Tribulation to CairnsLearn about the fascinating indigenousAboriginal culture. Then it’s back to Cairnswhere the tour ends & it’s time to sayfarewell to your new friends. (B)Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Centre& see native dancing, learn to throw aboomerang & see spear throwing

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Start Finish NZ$ Cairns Cairns pp

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2010JAN 7 JAN 9 525JAN 13 JAN 15 525JAN 25 JAN 27 525FEB 4 FEB 6 525FEB 11 FEB 13 525FEB 25 FEB 27 525MAR 4 MAR 6 525MAR 11 MAR 13 525MAR 18 MAR 20 525MAR 25 MAR 27 525APR 1 APR 3 525APR 8 APR 10 525APR 19 APR 21 525APR 29 MAY 1 525MAY 6 MAY 8 525MAY 27 MAY 29 525JUN 3 JUN 5 525JUN 24 JUN 26 525JUL 1 JUL 3 515JUL 22 JUL 24 515JUL 29 JUL 31 515AUG 9 AUG 11 515AUG 19 AUG 21 515AUG 26 AUG 28 515SEP 6 SEP 8 515SEP 16 SEP 18 515SEP 23 SEP 25 515

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2009APR 4 APR 6 515APR 11 APR 13 515APR 22 APR 24 515MAY 2 MAY 4 515MAY 9 MAY 11 515MAY 30 JUN 1 515JUN 6 JUN 8 515JUN 27 JUN 29 515JUL 4 JUL 6 499JUL 25 JUL 27 499AUG 1 AUG 3 499AUG 12 AUG 14 499AUG 22 AUG 24 499AUG 29 AUG 31 499SEP 9 SEP 11 499SEP 19 SEP 21 499SEP 26 SEP 28 499OCT 7 OCT 9 499OCT 17 OCT 19 499OCT 24 OCT 26 499NOV 4 NOV 6 525NOV 14 NOV 16 525NOV 21 NOV 23 525DEC 2 DEC 4 525DEC 12 DEC 14 525DEC 19 DEC 21 525DEC 30 JAN 1 525

2010JAN 9 JAN 11 525JAN 15 JAN 17 525JAN 27 JAN 29 525FEB 6 FEB 8 525FEB 13 FEB 15 525FEB 27 MAR 1 525MAR 6 MAR 8 525MAR 13 MAR 15 525MAR 20 MAR 22 525MAR 27 MAR 29 525APR 3 APR 5 525APR 10 APR 12 525APR 21 APR 23 525MAY 1 MAY 3 525MAY 8 MAY 10 525MAY 29 MAY 31 525JUN 5 JUN 7 525JUN 26 JUN 28 525JUL 3 JUL 5 515JUL 24 JUL 26 515JUL 31 AUG 2 515AUG 11 AUG 13 515AUG 21 AUG 23 515AUG 28 AUG 30 515SEP 8 SEP 10 515SEP 18 SEP 20 515SEP 25 SEP 27 515

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• 2 nights multi-share resortaccommodationBasis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.More info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation

• 2 breakfasts (B) & 1 dinner (D)• A dedicated crew with an


• Transport in a modern, air-conditioned mini coach

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


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

Flights includedDomestic flights (as marked on the map) are included in the tour price.

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Itinerary and includedsightseeingDay 1: SydneyCheck-in to the hotel, then head out tospend the afternoon exploring Sydney.This evening meet up with your TourManager & fellow Contiki travellers fordinner and a night on the town. Hotel (D)Days 2-3: SydneyTake in Sydney’s amazing icons on aguided sightseeing tour & harbour cruise.Then hit the streets & see this dazzling cityfor yourself - the beaches are at the city’sdoorstep, the street cafés buzz & thenightlife rocks! You could venture out ofSydney for a fun day trip to the famousHunter Valley vineyards or picturesqueBlue Mountains. Hotel Hop-on hop-off city sightseeing tourto see the Sydney Opera House,historic Rocks area & Harbour BridgeCruise on one of the most beautifulharbours in the world - SydneyHarbourDay 4: Sydney to the WhitsundaysEnjoy Sydney for one last morning atsome of the great museums or ‘flex theplastic’ shopping. Then hop on a flight &head to the tropical Whitsundays whereyou’ll find a slice of heaven on DaydreamIsland. Resort (B,D)Boat trip from the mainland toDaydream IslandDays 5-6: The WhitsundaysTime to slow it down, chill out, & catch some rays on the amazing whitesandy beaches. Or get your blood

pumping with a ton of activities to choose from like waterskiing, parasailing,tennis, beach volleyball or snorkelling.Resort (B)(B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabiesDay 7: The Whitsundays to CairnsHead north to the ever-popular travellers’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 8-9: 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 10: CairnsSpend a fascinating morning experiencingAboriginal culture at Australia’s mostawarded attraction - Tjapukai AboriginalCultural Park. Then return to Cairns wherethe tour ends & its time to say farewell toyour new friends.Visit Tjapukai & see Aboriginaldancing, spear throwing & learn tothrow a boomerang

SYDNEY: Climb Sydney’s most famous icon, The Harbour Bridge - Adrenaline-pumping harbour 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 - White water raft the mightyTully River - Tandem skydive - Bungy jump with panoramic views of the rainforest

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• 9 nights multi-share accommodation: 3 nights in a hotel & 6 nights in resortsBasis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional costMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation


experienced & professional TourManager, Driver & ContikiRepresentative


• Flight & transfers from Sydney toWhitsundays



10 DaysBridge to Reef

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Start Sydney 5.00pm and end Cairns 12.00 noon.

For departure point information see page 46.

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Start Finish NZ$ Sydney Cairns pp

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Start Finish NZ$ Sydney Surfers P. pp

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• 4 nights multi-share accommodation: 2 nights in a hotel, 1 night in a resort& 1 night in a surf school villageBasis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional costMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation





PORT STEPHENS: Sandboard & ‘surf’ down the sandunes COFFS HARBOUR: Learn to 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

Dracula’s cabaret show

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDay 1: 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 2: 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 show you the best waves to surf ifyou already know how, or teach you if youdon’t. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 3: Coffs Harbour to SurfersParadiseWander through the relaxed, small coastaltown of Byron Bay with its New Age-organic lifestyle, artsy shops & fantasticeateries. Later, encounter native Aussieanimals at Currumbin 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 4: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure, water activities & more bars &nightclubs than you could ‘poke a stickat’, & you have a travellers paradise! Hotel Day 5: Surfers ParadiseThe tour ends after breakfast & it’s time tosay farewell to your new friends. (B)


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What’s included• 2 nights accommodation

on nights 3 & 4 onboard the boat

• Transfers from Cairns accommodation totraining centre and boat

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

certificate & manual• Log book• Scuba equipmentDaily exc ept Sunday. Tour code CLTDImportant InfoAn Australian Diving medical certificate isneeded. It can be arranged at a cost ofA$49.50 on Day 1. Some taxes arepayable directly to Pro Dive at the end ofthe course including the EnvironmentalManagement charge at a cost of A$45.Course is open age. You’ll need toarrange your own accommodation onnights 1 & 2 of this package – ask youragent or Contiki to help. If you’re stayingat an alternative hotel in Cairns to ourrecommended Cairns Colonial Club, you’llneed to let Pro Dive Cairns know so theycan arrange your transfer(prodivecairns.com). Safety dictates thatyou can’t fly or go to an altitude of 300mor over within 24 hours of your last dive.

PADI (Professional Association of DiveInstructors) is the largest dive educationcompany in the world – prodivecairns.com

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

Contiki and divingOne of the ‘must do’s’ in Australia is diving the GreatBarrier Reef. Exploring this reef is hard to beat, whetheryou are a beginner or you’ve dived before. It’s the largeston the planet, a natural wonder of the world and a World Heritage site, complete with 400 different types of coral and 1500 species of fish! You can even dive thereef at night for a whole different experience!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.30-31) & Rainforest Adventure (p.35).

The 5 day PADI ‘Open Water’ divecourse is by far the most popular wayto do learn to dive. The adventure oflearning to dive combined with stayingout on the reef for 2 nights onboard aboat is really unique. The course takesyou to 9 of the Great Barrier Reef’sbest dive sites and features 2 days ofclassroom and in-pool training, thenit’s onto the live aboard boat for theactual reef diving. There’s also plentyof time to snorkel, relax and just enjoythe reef experience. Days 1-2: CairnsThe first 2 days of the course are spent at ProDive Cairns modern training centre learningthe theory and practical skills of scuba diving.Each day finishes around 5.30pm.

Days 3-4: Cairns to the dive boatThe next 3 days and 2 nights are spent livingonboard a premium live aboard dive vessel.You’ll have the opportunity to participate in 9dives on a variety of our 16 exclusive divesites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your first4 dives will complete your open watercertification and then as a certified diver youare able to take up to 5 more recreational or‘pleasure’ dives. One of these dives is aguided night dive! These extra dives will be ahighlight of your course and a truly memorableexperience. Boat (L,D) (B,L,D).

Day 5: Dive boat to CairnsReturn to Cairns in the late afternoon wherethere’s the option to join your new divingmates and crew for a farewell dinner at a localrestaurant. (B,L).

This 3 day liveaboard dive andsnorkeling adventure will show youthe very best of the Outer GreatBarrier Reef. It’s also unmatched forvalue. You’ll participate in up to 11dives over 16 exclusive dive sites.Day 1: Cairns to the dive boatAn early pickup (5.55am) this morning and it’soff to the dive boat and out to The GreatBarrier Reef to start the adventure. The sitesyou’ll visit have been selected for their varietyand quality of coral and marine life as well asgreat visibility. Boat (L,D).

Day 2: Dive boat Today gives you the opportunity to explorethis World Heritage Listed underwaterplayground, but also to relax and really enjoyyourself diving and snorkeling. Back onboard,it’s good fun with fellow divers, stories, sharedexperiences, great food and a spectacularsunset. Boat (B,L,D).

Day 3: Dive boat There’s more diving or snorkeling in differentareas of the reef today and later, return toCairns in the late afternoon where there’s atransfer back to your hotel. (B,L).

What’s included• 2 nights twin share

accommodationonboard the boat

• Transfers from Cairns accommodation to the boat

• 2 breakfasts• 3 lunches• 2 dinners • 11 dives incl. 2 night dives

(weather permitting)• Dive & snorkeling

equipment• Dive insuranceDaily exc ept Tuesday. Tour code CDTAImportant InfoYou must hold a minimum of an ‘Openwater dive’ certificate to be able to takethis trip. Some taxes are payable directlyto Pro Dive at the end of the courseincluding the Environmental Managementcharge at a cost of A$45. Course is openage. Digital Underwater Cameras areavailable for hire. If you’re staying at analternative hotel in Cairns to ourrecommended Cairn s Colonial Club,you’ll need to let Pro Dive Cairns know sothey can arrange your transfer(prodivecairns.com). Safety dictates thatyou can’t fly or go to an altitude of 300mor over within 24 hours of your last dive.A 3 day snorkeling package is alsoavailable at a cost of NZ$619 – seecontiki.co.nz/snorkel.

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Sydney short break package Want a few extra days to get to know this sexy and beautiful harbour city?Grab a value-packed collection of extras, excursions and greataccommodation with our 3 night Sydney Explorer package. You can bookone before or after your tour; or take one on its own without a tour! Armed with your included Explorer bus and Harbour passes, hop on and offat heaps of hot spots in 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. Loose yourself in thecobbled streets of the historic Rocks district. Or shop up a storm in markets& boutiques around Paddington.As well as having a world-famous harbour and more than 70 sparklingbeaches, Sydney has an edgy multiculturalism that fuels an amazing foodscene & cutting edge bar & club scene!

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 travelbuddies over a welcome drink & dinner.

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, head down tothe water‘s edge & get in on the action as thestreets fill with party goers & as fireworksexplode over the world-famous harbour,ringing in the New Year!

Day 3: Happy New Year! Today is yours tochill out. Have a late ‘recovery’ lunch & useyour day pass to cruise around the stunningharbour. Later in the afternoon, you couldventure to Bondi Beach to soak up somesun, climb the Harbour Bridge, & get intothe buzzy vibe of this sunny city!

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

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What’s included• 3 nights triple share centrally

located accommodation (twinshare supplement available)

• 2 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 1 dinner (D)

• Dedicated, experienced &professional Tour Manager

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

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Sydney’s New Years Eve celebration is one of the mostspectacular in the world. Each year, the balmy summercelebration centres around the city’s famous harbour. Andwith the stunning Harbour Bridge as a backdrop, you’ll seesome of the most breathtaking fireworks ever. To top it off,the streets are filled with a young, colourful crowd and all thebars, clubs, lounges, and pubs are absolutely pumping.

This tour gives you a few days in this cool city so you can ring in the new year Contiki-style!

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PORT STEPHENS: Dolphin watching

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Flights are included!Domestic flights (as markedon the map) are included inthe tour price.

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• 24 nights multi-share accommodation(23 nights for reverse itinerary): 17 nights in hotels & resorts, 2 nightsin a lodge, 2 nights in an eco-lodge,1 night in a surf school village, 1 nightin a country homestead & 1 night onan outback bush camp in a comfyAussie ‘swag’. Sailing option:substitute 2 nights in resort with 2nights on a yacht (see page 22)Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Outback bush camp & yacht quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation


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

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

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


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 and includedsightseeingDay 1: 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 2: Shoal Bay to Coffs HarbourContinue up Australia’s famous ‘holiday coast’to the beautiful beaches of Coffs Harbourwhere our Surf Camp & School has cabinslocated right on the beach. We’ll show you thebest waves to surf if you already know how, orteach you if you don’t. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 3: Coffs Harbour to Surfers ParadiseWander through the relaxed coastal town ofByron Bay with its New Age-organic lifestyle &artsy shops. Later, encounter native Aussieanimals at 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 4: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is a travellers paradise & theplace to party in the ‘sunshine state’. Combinesun, surf, adventure activities & more bars &nightclubs than you could ‘poke a stick at’! Hotel Day 5: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city that hasa laid-back, small town attitude. After lunch it’son to Noosa, a little beach resort blending thechic with surf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cutting demonstrationof Australia’s national gemstone, the OpalVisit picturesque Noosa & its beachDay 6: 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 7: 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 - see farm animals & kangaroos!Evening bonfire with music & a barDay 8: Country Homestead to WhitsundaysPass through Mackay & its sugar cane fields enroute to Airlie Beach. A quick ferry ride & you’llfind yourself in a slice of heaven on tropicalDaydream Island. Resort (B,D)Cross the Tropic of CapricornRockhampton city tourVisit Airlie Beach, right on the water with apumping bar & cafe scene Transfer boat to Daydream Island

Days 9-10: The WhitsundaysTime to slow it down, chill out, & catch somerays on the amazing white sandy beaches. Orget your blood pumping with a ton of activities tochoose from like waterskiing, parasailing, tennis,beach volleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B) (B)Enjoy great resort facilitiesSee native birdlife & wallabiesDay 11: Whitsundays to CairnsFurther north, it’s Townsville next, a happeningcity that straddles the coast & the outback.Continue road-tripping along the spectacularGreat Green Way via Tully to the ever-populartravellers’ hub of Cairns. Resort (B)Townsville city tourSee Magnetic Island from the Castle Hilloverlook area in TownsvilleCross the Tully River, home to Australia'sbest white water raftingDays 12-13: CairnsWith a lush tropical setting, Cairns offers greatrestaurants, bars, markets, shopping, & ofcourse, nightlife! It’s also the jumping off pointfor lots of activities like the Outer Barrier Reefcruise or whitewater rafting. Resort (B)Cairns city tourDay 14: Cairns to Alice SpringsChill in Cairns, then hop on a flight to AliceSprings & your ‘Territory’ adventure. Hotel Day 15: Alice SpringsExplore the Outback’s unofficial capital, ’TheAlice’, famous for its remote location, populatedby Aussie characters & is the national hub forAboriginal art. Hotel (B,D)Alice Springs city tourVisit ANZAC Hill memorialLearn about plants & animals of theAustralian desert at The Desert ParkVisit the important Aboriginal cultural siteof Simpson’s Gap, home to theblackfooted wallabyVisit West MacDonnell National ParkDay 16: Alice Springs to Kings Creek StationStrike out West to rugged Kings Creek Station,a working camel station, & tonight do as thereal Aussie ‘bushies’ do & sleep under the starsin a 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 17: Kings Creek Station to UluruWalk through one of the most spectacularsights in central Australia – Kings Canyon. Thenhit the road for the Yulara Resort & watch thesun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Lodge (B)Visit Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National ParkHike to the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole &the 'Lost City'See Mt. Connor, over 700 million years oldDay 18: UluruWatch shadows & changing colours at play asthe sun rises over Australia’s pin up icon, 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 CentreHike the Valley of the Winds at The Olga'sDay 19: Uluru to Alice SpringsPit stop at a fascinating institution in outbacktravel, the traditional Australian Roadhouse, onthe return trip to Alice Springs. Hotel (B)Visit a traditional outback roadhouseDay 20: Alice Springs to Tennant CreekOpt in to see the sunrise over the MacDonnellRanges from a hot air balloon. Tonight’s stay is inTennant Creek surrounded by million-acre cattlestations & Aboriginal communities. Hotel (D)Visit the small art gallery in Ti Tree to seeAboriginal art & didgeridoos


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

Start Finish Tour Tour & Sydney Darwin Only Sailing

2009MAR 22 APR 15 4909 5334APR 19 MAY 13 4909 5334MAY 17 JUN 10 4909 5334JUN 14 JUL 8 4909 5334JUL 12 AUG 5 4789 5214AUG 9 SEP 2 4789 5214SEP 6 SEP 30 4789 5214OCT 4 OCT 28 4789 5214NOV 1 NOV 25 5029 5454NOV 29 DEC 23 5029 5454DEC 27 JAN 20 5029 54542010JAN 24 FEB 17 5029 5454FEB 21 MAR 17 5029 5454MAR 21 APR 14 5029 5454APR 18 MAY 12 5009 5434MAY 16 JUN 9 5009 5434JUN 13 JUL 7 5009 5434JUL 11 AUG 4 4929 5354AUG 8 SEP 1 4929 5354SEP 5 SEP 29 4929 5354

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2009MAR 25 APR 17 4709 5134APR 22 MAY 15 4709 5134MAY 20 JUN 12 4709 5134JUN 17 JUL 10 4709 5134JUL 15 AUG 7 4589 5014AUG 12 SEP 4 4589 5014SEP 9 OCT 2 4589 5014OCT 7 OCT 30 4589 5014NOV 4 NOV 27 4829 5254DEC 2 DEC 25 4829 5254DEC 30 JAN 22 4829 52542010JAN 27 FEB 19 4829 5254FEB 24 MAR 19 4829 5254MAR 24 APR 16 4829 5254APR 21 MAY 14 4809 5234MAY 19 JUN 11 4809 5234JUN 16 JUL 9 4809 5234JUL 14 AUG 6 4729 5154AUG 11 SEP 3 4729 5154SEP 8 OCT 1 4729 5154Days 8-10: Sailing

Whitsundays optionWant to get out on the water for thenext couple of days? Choose ourWhitsunday sailing option! See page 22for 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

Maybe sight a UFO in Wycliffe WellVisit the Devil’s Marbles rock formationStay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outback townof Tennant CreekDay 21: Tennant Creek to KatherineStop & ‘tip one back’ at the oldest pub in theTerritory before dipping into the refreshingMataranka Thermal Pools. Continue on to thesurprisingly lush river town of Katherine. Hotel (B)Visit Daly Waters - the famous outback pubSwim in the Mataranka thermal poolsVisit Elsey - the historic ’We of the NeverNever’ homesteadDay 22: 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 Park viaEdith or Gunlom Falls. Hotel (B,D)Visit mighty Katherine Gorge & see thesheer rock walls & wildlifeDay 23: Kakadu National ParkBe stunned by the ecological ‘jewel’ of Kakadu& its variety of superb landscapes & wildlife, &arguably Australia's best Aboriginal rock artfound at places like Nourlangie Rock. Hotel (B)Walk & see the Aboriginal rock artVisit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural CentreWildlife cruise - see crocodilesDay 24: Kakadu National Park to DarwinWind your way to Darwin, an exotic, diverseplace that combines East & West & attractspeople from all over the country. Tonight maybetry lucking out at the casino or go dancing &party the night away. Hotel (B)See the Cyclone Tracy museum displayDay 25: Darwin to Litchfield National ParkDelve into the Northern Territory’s best keptsecret, Litchfield National Park & plunge into thecool pool of water below Florence Falls. Thenit’s back to Darwin where the tour ends & itstime 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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SURFERS PARADISE: ‘Bushwacker’ guided National Park rainforest walk & lunch COFFS HARBOUR: Learn to surf lesson FRASER ISLAND: Locally guided 4WD trip across the islandWHITSUNDAYS: 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 drinks & nibbles

Itinerary and includedsightseeingDay 1: 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 2: 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 show you the best waves to surf ifyou already know how, or teach you if youdon’t. Surf Village (B,D)See the iconic ‘Big Banana’Day 3: Coffs Harbour to SurfersParadiseWander through the relaxed, small coastaltown of Byron Bay with its New Age-organic lifestyle, artsy shops & fantasticeateries. Later, encounter native Aussieanimals at Currumbin 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 4: Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is the place to party inthe ‘sunshine state’. Combine sun, surf,adventure, water activities & more bars &nightclubs than you could ‘poke a stickat’, & you have a travellers paradise! Hotel Day 5: Surfers Paradise to Fraser IslandExplore Brisbane, a cosmopolitan city thathas still retained a laid-back, small townattitude. After lunch it’s on to Noosa, alittle beach resort blending the chic withsurf culture. Eco Lodge (B,D)Brisbane city tourWatch a fascinating cuttingdemonstration of Australia’s nationalgemstone, the OpalVisit picturesque Noosa & its beachDay 6: Fraser IslandTake a full day to uncover World Heritagelisted Fraser Island, a gigantic 800,000year old sandbar. Bushwalk & 4WDthrough 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 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 farm animals &even kangaroos!Enjoy this evening’s activities withmusic, a bar & a bonfire

Day 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 in a slice of heavenon tropical Daydream Island. 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 9: The WhitsundaysTime to slow it down, chill out, & catchsome rays on the amazing white sandybeaches. Or get your blood pumping witha ton of activities to choose from likewaterskiing, parasailing, tennis, beachvolleyball or snorkelling. Resort (B)Enjoy great resort facilities like theday spaSee native birdlife & wallabiesDay 10: The Whitsundays to CairnsCatch a quick flight & head north to the ever-popular travellers’ hub ofCairns – home to plenty of action & theworld-famous Great Barrier Reef. Resort (B)Flight from Whitsundays to CairnsDay 11: 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 12: UluruWatch shadows & changing colours atplay as the sun rises over Australia’s pinup icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up,on or 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 Centre Hike the Valley of the Winds at KataTjuta (The Olga's)Day 13: Uluru to Alice SpringsPit stop at a fascinating institution inoutback travel, the traditional AustralianRoadhouse, on the return trip to AliceSprings. Hotel (B)Visit a traditional outback roadhouseDay 14: Alice SpringsExplore the Outback’s unofficial capital,’The Alice’, famous for its remote location,its population of Aussie characters &reputation as the national hub forAboriginal art. Then the tour ends in theafternoon & it's time to say farewell to yournew friends. 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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Code: RRSA 2009/10

Start Finish NZ$ Sydney A.Springs pp

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Itinerary and includedsightseeingDays 1-9: Sydney to CairnsRefer to Bridge to Reef itinerary & includedsightseeing described on page 36.Day 10: Cairns to Alice SpringsChill in Cairns, then hop on a flight to AliceSprings & your ‘Territory’ adventure. Hotel Cairns sightseeing tourDay 11: Alice SpringsExplore the Outback’s unofficial capital,‘The Alice’, famous for its remote location,its population of Aussie characters & itsreputation as the national hub forAboriginal art. 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 12: 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 13: 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 14: UluruWatch shadows & changing colours atplay as the sun rises over Australia’s pinup icon, Uluru. Take a chance to walk up,on or 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 Centre Hike the Valley of the Winds at KataTjuta (The Olga's)Day 15: UluruThe 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 36 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 drinks & nibbles

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• 14 nights multi-share accommodation:11 nights in hotels & resorts, 2 nightsin a lodge & 1 night on an outbackbush camp in a comfy Aussie ‘swag’Basis: mainly quad, some triple. Twin/singleshare also available at additional cost.Outback bush camp quad/multi-share onlyMore info at contiki.co.nz/ausaccommodation


experienced & professional TourManager, Driver & ContikiRepresentative


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



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

Photography creditsPhotos courtesy of Tourism AustraliaPage 2 Kangaroo - Warren Clarke. RedCentre Way - Steve Strike. Page 8Aboriginal cultural tourism - RichardPowers. Page 9 Whitehaven Beach -Lincoln Fowler. Outback Ranch - BrianGeach. Harbour Bridge - Robert Wallace.Queensland - Tom Keating. Page 11 UluruKata Tjuta National Park - Steve Strike.Glass Bottom Boat - Adam Bruzzone.Byron Bay - Mike Newling. Queensland -Tom Keating. Page 17 Red Centre Way -Steve Strike. Page 18 Kings Canyon -Steve Strike. Page 19 Yellow Water Cruises- Nick Rains. Kings Canyon - Steve Strike.Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park - SteveStrike. Page 20 Katherine Gorge. KingsCanyon - Steve Strike. Page 21 FlindersRanges - Mike Newling. Page 25 Byron Bay- Mike Newling. Page 27 Gold CoastQueensland - jamie Macfadyen. Page 39Sydney Harbour Bridge - City of Sydney.Page 42 Red Centre Tours - ChrisMclennan. Page 43 Great Barrier Reef -Adam Bruzzone. Page 44 Aboriginal Art -Dominic Harcourt-Webster. Photo courtesyof BridgeClimb Sydney Page 37 SydneyHarbour Bridge - OTTO Holdings (Aust.) PtyLimited. Photos courtesy of QuicksilverConnections Page 8 Snorkelling. Photoscourtesy of Tourism Queensland Page 9Mossman Gorge. Page 33 Cape Tribulation.Page 43 Fraser Island. Photos courtesy ofNorthern Territory Tourist CommissionPage 6 Darwin, Kakadu National Park.Page 11 Quad Bike. Page 17 Darwin.Photos courtesy of Mojo Surf AustraliaPage 37 Learn to surf - Mojo Surf.

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

transport as specified.• Accommodation, breakfast and

evening meals as detailed on page 15 and under ‘What’s included’ ontour pages.

• Sightseeing as detailed on pages 8-9and in the itineraries on tour pages.Unless specified, entrance fees arenot included.

• Experienced crew as detailed on page14 and on tour pages.

What’s notincluded?• 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 white water rafting, helicopter flights,bungy 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 ‘Travellers Guide’ – an information book about your holiday. You’ll alsoreceive a comprehensive day-by-dayitinerary including full details and costs of all optional 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 alternative

travel accessory for the Contiki document wallet.

How much luggagecan I bring?Luggage is restricted to a maximumsuitcase size of 73cm x 50cm x 25cm(29" x 20" x 10") and maximum weightof 20 kg (44lbs) 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 bulkyshape makes coach packing difficult.Contiki reserves the right to refuse toaccept larger suitcases 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 have some A$ with youwhen you start your tour.

What should I pack?Comfortable, casual clothing for daywear and ‘smart/casual’ for dining andthose special evenings on the town.Remember that early or later in theseason you will need warmer clothingas well as a raincoat/jacket. Note thatcasinos do not allow jeans or denimclothes. A pair of comfortable walkingshoes is essential. For further details,please refer to your ‘Travellers 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$).

Am I expected to tipon tour?Every country in the world has differenttipping policies and in Australia, withinservice industries, tipping is commonpractice. Tipping is totally discretionaryand only given if you feel the servicehas met or exceeded your expectations.Your Tour Manager will assist you withany questions about this while you’re onthe road. The same idea applies to yourContiki Crew - if you think they havedone a good job then they would begrateful for your recognition by way of atip, however this is not mandatory – it’scompletely up to you.

BrochureauthenticityWe have put a great deal of effort intoproducing this brochure. Theinformation given and literatureproduced by Contiki has been compiledwith care and is published in good faith.Sometimes, because of circumstancesoutside our control, we have to altersome excursions due to seasonalclosing or repairs to buildings, etc.,especially early or late in the season. If this happens, alternatives will bearranged.

Do I needvaccinations?At the time this brochure went to press(February 2009), no vaccinations werenecessary. 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, Australia isprone to seasonal climate changes. Thiswill mean that at certain times of the yearsome of our brochured itineraries mayneed to be slightly changed. For example:Northern Territory itineraries during thewet season (December to April).

Travel insuranceContiki very strongly recommend youtake out insurance cover for cancellation,medical expenses, personal accident,personal baggage, money & publicliability before you travel. You may not beaccepted on a Contiki holiday unless youhave arranged satisfactory insurance.You also agree to indemnify us against allthird-party claims, actions, damages andremedies against us arising from yourparticipation in the holiday. For insurancedetails, please speak to your Travel Agentat the time of making your booking.

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Hotel departure points and stay longer options

Low cost airlines fly to many Australian cities whereContiki tours start and finish, including Sydney,Cairns, Darwin and Alice Springs. There's alsoflights to The Whitsundays Coast and HamiltonIsland (both access The Whitsundays), as well asBrisbane and the Gold Coast (accessing SurfersParadise). Low Cost airlines also work with ourNorthern Territory tours too!

If you're thinking about doing Contiki in NewZealand, then low cost airlines can connect youfrom many Australian cities to Auckland,Christchurch and Wellington.

Book online or with a travel agent, but remember, toget the cheapest fare - the earlier you book, the better!

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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 (7miles) from Alice Springs Airport. The AirportShuttle Service meets all incoming flights and willdrop off at the hotel on request (approx A$15). Ataxi 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: NZ$59 Twin NZ$85 Single NZ$155

CairnsCairns Colonial Club Resort, 18-26 Cannon St.,Manunda: Situated within 10 acres of tropicallandscaped gardens, the resort is only 6kms fromthe centre of Cairns. Features include 3 lagoonswimming pools, a tennis court, fitness centre, 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: NZ$49 Twin NZ$95 Single NZ$180

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 6 km(4 miles) from Darwin International Airport. DarwinAirport Shuttle Service meets all incoming flightsand will drop off at the hotel on request (approxA$11). A taxi fare is approx A$25.Darwin Departures:Start at 7.30am: Territory & Outback, Alice &Kakadu, Aussie Explorer.Stay longer rates:Quad: NZ$65 Twin NZ$95 Single NZ$199

Surfers ParadiseAustralis Sovereign Hotel, 138 Ferny Avenue,Surfers Paradise: Located a 10 minute walk fromthe 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 approx 22km (14 miles) or 30 minutes drive south, andtransfer shuttles cost approx A$18 one way.Brisbane airport is approx 90 km (56 miles) or oneand a half hours north, and transfer shuttles costapprox A$39 one way. There is also an airporttrain to the Gold Coast, costing A$26. Alight atNerang Station then it’s a 12 km taxi ride intoSurfers 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 ensuite

bathrooms, tea & coffee making facilities, colourTV 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 Scene.

Stay longer rates:Triple: NZ$80 Twin NZ$95 Single NZ$190

WhitsundaysIsland Versions:

Getting there: Our hotel is Daydream IslandResort. From Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) onHamilton Island, Cruise Whitsundays and FantaseaCruises meet flights for a 30 minute catamarancruise to Daydream Island, departing from the jettylocated directly at the airport. The cost of thistransfer is not included in the tour price but maybe ticketed in conjunction with flights (approx costA$55). From Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) atProserpine, Cruise Whitsundays offer a streamlinedtransfer with a coach connection directly from theairport to Abel Point Marina in Airlie Beach, wherea connecting ferry transfers guests to DaydreamIsland, approx A$55. Alternatively, WhitsundayTransit Coaches meet all flights for a transfer toShute Harbour (approx A$15) where FantaseaCruises provide a regular service to DaydreamIsland, approx A$29.

Start at 4.00pm at Daydream Island (check infrom 3.00pm) at Airlie Beach: Coast &Whitsundays, Island & Rainforests, Magical Tropics(Island stay versions).

Two night sailing versions:Getting there: Check in is at the Pro Sail office,shop 1, 4 The Esplanade, Airlie Beach. From GreatBarrier Reef Airport (HTI) on Hamilton Island, CruiseWhitsundays meet flights for a 30 minute catamarancruise to Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach, departingfrom the jetty located directly at the airport. The costof this transfer is not included in the tour price butmay be ticketed in conjunction with flights (approxcost A$55). From Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) atProserpine, Whitsunday Transit Coaches meet allflights for a transfer to Airlie Beach (approx A$15).Clients should call Pro Sail on 1800 810 116 or 074946 7533 if there are any problems.

Check in by 3pm at Airlie Beach: Coast &Whitsundays, Island & Rainforests, Magical Tropics(Sailing versions).

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 holidayand 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.co.nz/staylonger and contiki.co.nz/departurepoints.

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• Rooms are available in Australia for amaximum of 3 consecutive nights in Sydney& Cairns, and 1 night in all other properties.Extra nights will 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 NZ$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.

• All hotels are subject to availability andwhere necessary, we may provide analternative on your arrival.

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OUR RESPONSIBILITIES1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATIONOn receipt of your deposit, subject to availability andat our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place onyour selected holiday. A contract is only madebetween you and us upon your booking beingconfirmed and accepted by us and ourcommunication thereof to either you or your travelagent.2. PRICE GUARANTEEPrices in this brochure are based on costs, taxes(including GST), levies and exchange rates as at 5th February, 2009. Should these costs change, itmay be necessary to make a surcharge on the priceof your holiday. Should the total tour price increaseby more than 10% you will have the right to cancelwithin 7 days of notification without penalty. Nosurcharge in respect of cost or currency fluctuationswill be made once payment of the deposit for yourland tour has been received. This guarantee excludesfuel surcharges and does not apply to any taxes,charges or levies imposed by any government ortheir agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, norefund will be made if costs are reduced.3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancelyour booking in accordance with operatingrequirements or circumstances beyond its control.3.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessarywe will give you reasonable notice thereof, in thecircumstances, and where available, offer you acomparable alternative.3.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable youwill be entitled to either a full refund of monies paidby you to us or transfer to another Contiki holidaywithout payment of any transfer fee.3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to forcemajeure (i.e. circumstances like political unrest, waror threat of war, riots, civil strife, closure of airportsor ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity, naturaland nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk,Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or othersimilar events beyond Contiki’s control) we will give afull refund of any monies paid to us less reasonableexpenses incurred by us in respect of your booking. 3.5 Contiki is not responsible for the costs of anyother travel arrangements affected due to ourcancellations or rescheduling of any tour departure.4. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to thebest of our knowledge at the time of going to print(February 2009) but we cannot guarantee that anyitem or amenity mentioned will be available especiallywhere we have no direct control over it.4.2 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, toselect accommodation, sightseeing tours andtransportation to give you good value for money.4.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve touritineraries and features. If such improvements can bemade, or unforeseen circumstances beyond ourcontrol make changes necessary, we reserve the rightto vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki isnot responsible for any other travel arrangementsaffected due to our cancellations.5. LIABILITY5.1 Your travel agent shall, on the receipt of anymonies, hold such monies for you until the bookingis confirmed at which time those monies shall beremitted promptly by your travel agent to us. All suchmonies received by us will be deposited as requiredby law. 5.2 We will be entitled to keep for each account anyinterest earned on such monies.5.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travelagent or otherwise, whether in respect of the depositor full payment, may be disbursed by us as and whenwe see fit, in respect of the services to be providedand/or fees payable under the tour program. Thepayment of a deposit or any other monies in respectof your tour shall be deemed to be an authorisation todisburse thereof as aforesaid.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit ofNZ$200, per person per tour, or the full amountpayable if booking is made within 45 days ofdeparture, must be submitted to Contiki by you inrespect of that holiday. This payment is in addition toany deposit required by your travel agent. The depositis accepted as a first installment of the holiday priceby Contiki only once the booking has been confirmedin writing by Contiki or your travel agent.1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receiptof a non refundable deposit of NZ$200 per person,per tour which must be within 7 days of booking orthe reservation will automatically be cancelled.

1.3 Any special meal requirements will be made on arequest basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee specialmeal requests nor will it assume any responsibility orliability if clients’ special meal requirements are notfulfilled.2. PAYING THE BALANCE2.1 The balance of the holiday price must be paid byno later than 45 days before your scheduled holidaydeparture date, which shall be by the due date statedon the confirmation issued to you by Contiki. Whenmaking multi-tour bookings, full payment is due nolater than 45 days before the scheduled departure dateof the first departing tour2.2 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contikimay assume that you have cancelled and cancellationcharges in accordance with clause 3 below will belevied by Contiki.2.3 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwardeduntil full payment has been received by us.2.4 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 daysof your tour departure, the full cost of the holiday willbe payable immediately on booking and we reservethe right to provide all travel documents at theholiday departure point. 2.5 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the bookingand apply cancellation charges should payments notbe received within the above specified periods.3. IF YOU CANCEL3.1 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to Contiki.3.2 Your deposit is non-refundable upon cancellation by you.3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a feeto cover the estimate of cost and expenses incurredby us in the terms of the schedule set out hereunder.This is expressed as a percentage of the holiday priceand is calculated as follows:PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEEOver 45 days notice: Deposit is forfeited45-22 days: 25% of tour fare21-8 days: 30% of tour fare7-1 days: 50% of tour fareDay of departure: 100% of tour fareWhen the percentage cancellation fee is less than thetour deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss ofdeposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within theterms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold,then any such charges may, subject to the terms ofyour insurance policy, be refunded to you by theinsurance company.3.4 Any cancellation of additional services bookedprior to and after your tour booking, such as pre andpost accommodation and transfers, that are cancelledwithin 14 days of the tour departure incur a 100%cancellation fee.3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to anycancellation fees that may be levied by your TravelAgent.4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, youwish to change to alternate departure date or youwish to change to a different Contiki holiday, you maydo so subject to availability and provided the newholiday date is also in this brochure.4.2 A fee of NZ$30 per person will be charged for anyrevision or alteration made to a reservation after thebooking is confirmed unless the change increases thevalue of the booking. A change of tour date, touritinerary booking within 45 days of departure date willbe treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellationfees will apply except when the change is to an earlierdeparture date of equivalent or greater value in whichcase a NZ$30 per person amendment fee will becharged.5. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those itemsincluded in the price. No allowance or refund can bemade for meals, accommodation, excursions, etc.that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops,etc. are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place toplace. Meals may vary in style.5.2 Clients must be aged between 18 and 35inclusive but Contiki may, in its absolute discretion,and, in exceptional circumstances, give confirmationof acceptance of a person outside this age limit.5.3 Contiki must be advised of any medicalconditions or physical disability requiring specialattention before you book your holiday. If you do notadvise us at this stage, we may refuse to accept yourbooking. We may also refuse you if we feel that theholiday chosen is not suitable without a suitablyqualified companion. Contiki will try to help you withyour requirements but cannot guarantee to do so,either on our own or our suppliers’ (such as hotels,restaurants and excursions) behalf. Many of ourholidays involve getting on and off coaches or trucks,walking tours and other physical activities. Some

holidays may not be suitable for you if you rely on awheelchair or have certain other disabilities. Shouldyour disability require you to have special assistance,it is a condition of Contiki accepting your bookingthat you provide evidence satisfactory to us that anable-bodied person will accompany you and is able toprovide any special needs or services that you mayrequire. Contiki will not be responsible for the failureof this person to provide these services.5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangementsand costs to/from the point ofcommencement/conclusion of the holiday.5.5 There may be times when the ContikiRepresentative has to make a decision in your bestinterests or the best interests of their group. Youagree to comply with the authority and decisions ofthe appointed Contiki Representative and the laws ofthe country in which you are travelling. If you do notso comply or if, in the Contiki Representative’sopinion, you are not compatible with the generalenjoyment and well being of other members on theholiday or smooth operation of the holiday itself, wereserve the right to refuse to let you continue with theholiday. Furthermore, you agree that your fellowtravellers and any Contiki Representative has the rightto travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats totheir safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour byyou, whether verbal or physical, will be takenextremely seriously and may result in the immediatetermination of your holiday. In either event, you willbe responsible for your own repatriation and relatedcosts and have no claims against us.5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as aresult of damage or excess cleaning fees related toyour accommodation. You are advised to immediatelyreport any pre-existing damage in your room tohotel/Contiki Village staff and/or a Contiki TourManager as soon as it is discovered.5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seatfitted with a safety belt neither the operator, serviceproviders, agents or co-operating organisations shallbe liable for any illness, injury, death, loss, damagesor claims whatsoever arising from any accident orincident if the safety belt is not being worn at the timeof the accident or incident.5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passportand all visas, permits and certificates required foryour selected holiday as well as any necessaryvaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws.5.8 You agree that our Contiki Tour Managers orRepresentatives may take photographs and films ofyou while you are on holiday and that these may beused in our Group brochures and/or advertising orpublicity material without obtaining any furtherconsent or payment in respect of such photographsand/or films.5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of theholiday, you should inform the Contiki Tour Manageror Representative during the course of the holidayand if the matter cannot be resolved after therepresentative’s best endeavours to do so during theholiday, your complaint should be made in writing toContiki as soon as is reasonably possible after theholiday but within 28 days thereof so that yourcomplaint can be investigated. Any claims made afterthe 28 day period will not be considered by Contiki. Ifyou choose to write to Contiki via the Internet, pleaseprovide your home address so that we are able toreply to you in writing.5.10.1 The contract and all matters arising in respecthereof shall be subject to New Zealand Law, unlesswe agree otherwise in writing.5.10.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalidor unenforceable by any court of competentjurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within thepermitted limits of the law. The validity andenforceability of the other provisions shall not beaffected. 5.10.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal actioninstituted against us, you agree to pay all our costs,including but not limited to, attorney/client costs.6. INSURANCEContiki very strongly recommend that you take outcomprehensive insurance cover for cancellation,medical expenses, personal accident, personalbaggage, money and public liability before embarkingon a Contiki holiday. Please check that the insurancecovers all of the activities that you are going to beparticipating in. Some policies exclude certainadventure activities. This should be arranged at thetime of payment of the deposit and will, in certaincircumstances, cover you against loss of deposit orcancellation fees from the date of confirmation ofyour booking, as shown in the insurance policy. Youalso agree to indemnify us against all third-partyclaims, actions, damages and remedies which may bebrought against us in respect of your participation in

the holiday. 7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISMIn the event of your withdrawal from a holiday afterthe commencement as a result of illness, you mustobtain a medical certificate in support of anyinsurance claim. Contiki will not refund for anyabsence from the tour.8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICEAirfares to and from your holiday destination, airporttaxes, passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry,phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in theitinerary, tips to tour managers, representatives,drivers and local guides, items of a personal nature,excess baggage, optional excursions.9. WEATHER CONDITIONSUnder no circumstances can we be held responsiblefor snow or weather conditions, nor can any holidaybe cancelled or amended by you at any time on thebasis of snow or weather conditions.GENERAL1. CONTRACTING PARTIES1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein containthe entire contract between you and Contiki. Norepresentation, term, warranty or condition can beexpressed or implied by reference to any otherwriting, advertisement or conversation. This contractmay only be varied in writing by a duly authorisedofficer or director of Contiki. 1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operatingcompany. At any time and at our complete discretionwe may nominate to you in writing any othercompany or person to have the benefit of some or allof those provisions of this contract, which we maythen specify, as if you had agreed the provisionsconcerned directly with that company or person in thefirst place as well as agreeing them with us. We mayat our complete discretion assign all or any rights andliabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any othercontract with you.1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not tobe held responsible for any act, omission or eventduring the time passengers are not on board planes,transportation or conveyances. We rely oninternational convention which may apply to theservices provided by us, our suppliers or agents withrespect to any claim of any nature brought by youagainst us as a result of the provision of thoseservices. International conventions which apply mayinclude: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended byHague Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation toair travel, or Montreal Convention; the BerneConvention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 forcarriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriageby road and the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels.We are to be regarded as having all benefit of theseconventions on limiting our liability in relation to anyclaim for death, injury, loss, damage and delay topassengers and luggage. Enrollment in and paymentfor a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptanceby the passenger of the terms and conditions setforth in this brochure which cannot be varied exceptin writing by an officer of the Company.1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it ownaircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers,hoteliers and other service providers are subject tothe terms and conditions and limitations of liabilityimposed by those carriers, hoteliers, and otherservice providers. Please note that some of theselimit or exclude liability in respect of death, personalinjury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. Whilstwe cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as aresult of such actions or as a result of any act oromission of any such third-parties, we will give everyreasonable assistance in helping to resolve anyreasonable dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be heldresponsible for the failure of any of these parties toprovide facilities or services for handicapped clients(see also 5.3 under Holiday Details & Conditions).1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted orrecommended in this brochure by virtue of theirendorsement of this brochure represent themselveseither as contracting with any purchaser of a holidayfrom Contiki or as having any other legal relationshipwith any such purchaser.1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracyat the time of going to print, however Contiki cannotbe held responsible for printing or typographicalerrors, or errors arising from unforeseencircumstances.2. VALIDITYThe touring programmes advertised in this brochureare valid from March 2009 to September 2010.3. OPERATING COMPANIESThe programmes advertised in this brochure areoperated by Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd.

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. Your travel agent will confirm by phone with the local Contikioffice that there’s space on the tour you’ve chosen. At the sametime, your travel agent can book your hotel accommodation beforeand/or after your tour, see page 46.

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

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

4. You must pay the balance of your holiday fare to Contiki throughyour travel agent not less than 45 days before the departure, or atthe time of booking if less than 45 days before departure.

5. We will then send to your travel agent your travel vouchers and detailed information about your holiday. The documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure.

IMPORTANT By paying the NZ$200 deposit per person per tour to your travel agent, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the Booking Conditions as set out on page 47,which make up the contract between you and Contiki.

Contiki Holidays (New Zealand) Limited2nd Floor, 15-17 Day Street, P.O.Box 68-640, Newton, Auckland 1145.

DX: CP27510 K’Road

Email: [email protected]: contiki.com

Travel Agent Reservations:Tel (09) 300 1600 or 0800 CONTIKI (0800 2668454)Fax (09) 379 2372

Administration Phone:Tel (09) 300 1601

Customer Enquiries:Tel 0508 CONTIKI (0508 2668454)

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