Summer Europe eBrochure NZD 2010-11

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

Tel: 0508 CONTIKI (0508 2668454)Email: [email protected]: contiki.com

Travel Agent ReservationsTel: (09) 300 1600 or 0800 CONTIKI (0800 2668454)Fax: (09) 379 2372DX: CP27510 KRoadEmail: [email protected]: contiki.com/agents

Administration PhoneTel: (09) 300 1601

If youre looking for something completely different our SpecialInterest Groups Departments in Europe, America, Asia, Australia and New Zealand have been helping those with specific grouptravel requirements for years! School and university trips, choirs,wine tours, Grand Prix, ski tours - you name it weve done it!

From supplying competitive quotations to helping you plan the bestitinerary right down to the last detail, our worldwide team of experts isable to arrange a custom designed holiday or incentive trip to suityour particular requirements. Call your travel agent or nearest Contikioffice youll be surprised at how we can make it happen.

If youre planning to organise a group to Europe, America, Asia,Australia or New Zealand, why not take a close look at the widevariety of tours detailed in any of our Contiki brochures. It is morethan likely that one (or more!) of the itineraries will fit in perfectly

with your requirements. As long as everyone on your group is 18 35, any date can be reserved exclusively for your group at special, reduced rates perhaps even a free trip for yourself!!

How ToBook

Call Contiki or visit your travel agent

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Contiki Holidays is adivision of the family-owned The LeadingTravel Companies, and isrenowned and trusted forits outstanding quality,service, value, reliabilityand financial stability.

Your travel agent will confirm by phone with the local Contiki officethat theres space on the tour youve chosen. At the same time,your travel agent can book your hotel accommodation beforeand/or after your tour, see page 142.

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 additionto any deposit required by your travel agent.

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

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.

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 pertour to your travel agent, you acknowledge that you have read andunderstood the Booking Conditions as set out on page 143, whichmake up the contract between you and Contiki.

Contiki is represented in Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica,Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico,Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa,Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, USA.

Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Bermuda.

Copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Printed in Australia.

Please dont throw this brochure away, we encourage you to either pass it on to a friend or place it in a paper recycling bin.

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By the second day, youre having such a good timethat you forget you only met everyone the day before.

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See Europe. The French Riviera. St Peters Basilica. The Brandenburg Gate. And amarket that only the locals know about (second right, in the square).

Share Europe. Meet 18-35 year olds from all over the world. Make friends for a month, and know them forever.

Love Europe.Were a family-owned business and weve been travelling the worldsince 1962. Well never stop.

Its always different. Its always fun. Its always an adventure. Thats the Contiki spirit.

See more, explore more atcontiki.co.nz/contiki-experience

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Whats insideThis brochure may be big, but weve made it nice and easy to navigate.

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6-7 Why Contiki? 8-9 Uniquely Contiki10-11 Whats included in your tour

12-13 Explore More & optional activities

14-15 On the road with the Contiki crew

16-17 On the road accommodation

18 Rate your dollar19 Real value. Cool deals.20 Our earlybird deal21 Going green22 London calling23 Festivals and Events

24-3 3 Camping Original toursLike getting back to basics? Its how Contiki started.

Spacious tents for 2 in well-equipped campsites.

See how far your budget can stretch.

See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 24-33

34- 61 Concept Unique toursCabins. Hostels. Hotels. Special stopovers like a chateau.

Mix it up every night with our Concept Unique tours.

Simple one night, an upgrade the next.

See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 34-61.

62-129 Time Out Hotel toursCity hotels near the sights. Little extras, home comforts

and special places to stay like a chateau, Greek island

beach resort and a Roman villa. Time Out Hotel tours

give you more comfort for a great price. See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 62-129

130-139 Festivals / Events & Winter toursWeve got special event tours like Oktoberfest.

Add a stop at one of many European music festivals before or after your tour.

Or book one of our winter tours to beat the crowds and see Europe in the

snow. See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 130 & 134.

140141 Questions Answered142 Want to stay longer? 143 Booking Conditions

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CORFU EXPLORERDays From Page

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EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO

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WINTER TOURDays From Page

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SKI AUSTRIA Days From Page

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CONCEPT TOURS . . . . . . . .34-35

ABOUT CONCEPT Page

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EUROPEAN HORIZON

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EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS

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EUROPEAN WHIRL

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EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE

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EUROPEAN SPIRIT

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EUROPEAN ESCAPADE

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EUROPEAN CONTRASTS

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EUROPEAN ADVENTURER

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LONDON to ATHENS

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LONDON to ATHENS

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LONDON to ROMEDays From Page

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TIME OUT TOURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62-63

ABOUT TIME OUT Page

ACCOMMODATION . . . . . . . . . . . . .64-65

EUROPEAN MAGIC

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AMSTERDAM to BARCELONA

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EUROPEAN DISCOVERY

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BEST OF EUROPE Days From Page

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EUROPEAN ENCOUNTER

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ROAD TO ATHENS / ROAD TO ROME

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ROAD TO ATHENS plus CRUISE

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EUROPEAN IMPRESSIONS

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EUROPEAN INSPIRATION

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EUROPEAN VISTA Days From Page

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EUROPEAN PANORAMA

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EUROPEAN EXPLORER

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LONDON, PARIS & ROME

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MEDITERRANEAN TRAIL

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MEDITERRANEAN HIGHLIGHTS

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SPANISH SPREEDays From Page

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EGYPT & THE NILE

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TURKISH DELIGHT

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BERLIN & PRAGUE

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CROATIAN ISLAND CRUISING

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GREEK ISLAND HOPPING

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Heres why people come from all overthe world to see Europe with us.

Meet people your age. Make friends fromall over the world, who love travelling andwant to have a good time.

The best time of day to see the MonaLisa in Paris? Well tell you.The tastiest paella in Barcelona? Wellshow you.The most gorgeous beach in Corfu?Well take you there.

Where to go. What to see. How to getthere. Our crew dont learn from aguidebook. Theyre put through theirpaces on an intensive training trip ofEurope. So theyve studied hard, madethe grade, and theyre ready to help.

Lugging a heavy backpack in the rain?Getting lost? Hanging around, wastingtime? Not with Contiki.

We do the hard work for you. So you canget on with having a good time.

You can also use the Contiki Basementas your London HQ. Store luggage there.Meet people. And get useful info aboutLondon, like tips on the cheapest pricefor shows, how to get around on theUnderground and the best place toexchange money.

To find out more go to contiki.co.nz/contiki-experience

Meet

Contiki

Only for 18-35s.No younger, no older.

The best bits.And more ofthem.

Lots of holiday.Less hassle.

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Your Contiki tour gets you lots of extras,for no extra cash.

A private motorboat in Venice. A nighttour of Paris with champagne. A guidedtour of the Acropolis in Athens. Allincluded (plus more).

Youll know exactly what you get foryour money, so you can plan your trip(and your budget) before you go. Moreon pages 10-11.

Then there are the extras you cant buy.Like charging your phone and gadgetsas you travel. Theres more uniqueContiki extras on page 8.

All our tours have free time, every day. So youll get plenty of time to do yourown thing. Explore the backstreets, find a great place for a bite, or just sit backand chill. Its your free time, and itscompletely flexible.

Theres even more things you can dowith our Explore More optional extras(pages 12-13). Whatever youre into - art,adventure sports, music or food - wellsort it out, and weve negotiated greatprices for you.

In 1962 New Zealander John Andersonwent to London. He had an idea. He hireda minibus. He filled it with young peoplewho wanted to travel. They toured Europetogether. And Contiki was born.

47 years later, the Contiki spirit is strongerthan ever. We travel to even more placesin Europe - and beyond. We have morefun. We meet more people. And weretrusted by travellers all over the world.

Check contiki.com to see our latest tours,and Definite Departure dates (our mostpopular tours that are guaranteed to go).

There are different ways you can travel withus too from camping to hotels, and a wholelot in between. More on pages 4-5.

More extras. For less.

Free time. Your time.

Still exploring. 47 years on.

Know. Then go.

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Contikis French Chteau - a Concept Unique special stopover

UniquelyContiki.

The Contiki Basement

Heres what makes us different...

1835 is all we do. No 18-30-somethings.

Special places to stay. A 16thcentury chateau in France. A chalet in the Swiss Alps. Aresort hotel in Corfu. Weve gotmany more exclusive Contikispecial stopovers.

Contikis London Basement.Meet other travellers before &after your tour. Store your bags.Book London tours & shows. Allin one place.

Lunch your way. We dontinclude every meal, especiallylunches. So you get plenty of freetime to explore, discover and tastewhat European food is about.

Were local. More included localguides so you get insiderknowledge & lots of includedmeals in local restaurants.

Get extra value. With our Onlywith Contiki special inclusions.Like our Paris illuminations nighttour where we treat you to French champagne, cheese &escargot. Theres lots more oneach tour page.

We know Europe inside-out.Our crew spend more time on theroad learning about Europe inEurope than any of ourcompetitors. Plus we have 90resident staff based throughoutEurope.

Charge on the go. Charge yourphone, mp3 or laptop as youtravel on the coach.

Lots of discounts. Combineour deals, to save even more.Most other companies wont letyou take more than one.

We go all over the world.32 countries across 4 continents.We travel to more places for 18-35s than anyone else. Andremember, if you book two trips atthe same time, well give you adiscount to say thanks.

Running for 47 years. Weveseen what 18-35s like best & ourtrips include it! We also have themost departures, so its easy tofind a trip to fit your schedule.

Check out our Only withContiki specialinclusions on thetour pages. Paris illuminations night tour with French champagne, cheese & escargot

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Guided bike tours

OUR TOP TOURSWant help choosing a tour? Here are some of Contiki travellers favourites:

European Experience Concept Unique20 Days 10 CountriesFrance, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria,Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands,Belgium (in transit)

Great for: A balance of cities & countryside, withplenty of adventure activities. Accommodation: Comfort level cabins/hostels.Special stopovers. More on pages 36-37

European Escapade Concept Unique25 Days 11 CountriesFrance, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria,Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland,Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)

Great for: Lots of time to get a feel for Europesmajor cities. Accommodation: Comfort level cabins/hostels.Special stopovers. Lots of 2 night stops. More on pages 36-37

European Inspiration Time Out Hotels19 Days 9 CountriesBelgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Italy, Vatican City,Switzerland, FranceGreat for: A focus on the major cities of Europe, witha dose of all things cultural like walking tours & aTuscany wine tasting.Accommodation: Comfort level - hotels. Solo travellershare options. All 2 night stops. More on pages 64-65

Spanish Spree Time Out Hotels14 Days 2 CountriesSpain, Gibraltar

Great for: An immersion into the culture of Spain.Plenty of free time, with fantastic local foods.Accommodation: Comfort level hotels. Solo traveller share options. More on pages 64-65

European Discovery Time Out Hotels12 Days 8 CountriesBelgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy,Vatican City, Switzerland, FranceGreat for: A taste of the best European highlights forwhen youre short on time. Accommodation: Comfort level - hotels. Solo travellershare options. More on pages 64-65

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MonacoPisa

Dover

Edam

Calais

Valley of the Somme

Ruhr Valley

Burgundy Region

Pont du Gard

Pyrenees Mountains

DolomiteMountains

Arles

Liechtenstein

Fontainebleau

St Goar

Heidelberg

Mauthausen

London

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Look for Included Highlights in the itinerary section on everytour page. Theyre marked in a different colour, like this.

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Included

Highlights

When in Rome...at the Spanish Steps.

Cycle tour of Amsterdam.

The Great Pyramidsin Egypt.

Visiting the Acropolis in Athens.

Learning about perfume in Paris.Walking in the Swiss Alps...breathtaking.

Historic streets of Dubrovnik

EXPERIENCE IT ALL10

On every Contiki tour, every day, youllget lots of Included Highlights.Theyre all included in the price ofyour tour.

Included Highlights are the things you cant wait to see, like the EiffelTower in Paris and The Leaning Towerof Pisa. Wherever you are, well line up trips to famous monuments,walking and cycling tours with a local guide, organised nights out and some entrance fees. Every day.No more to pay.

MUST-SEESIGHTS.

Swimming off the boat

in Croatia.At the Brandenburg Gate

in Berlin. Stunning Santorini.Wine tasting at

Contikis winery.

The Leaning Tower

of Pisa.The canals of

Amsterdam.Awesome views over Prague.

Bonjour Paris!

St. Basils Cathedral, Moscow.

The Grand Canal in Venice.The Queens house

Buckingham Pala

ce!Buying clogs in

Amsterdam.

Your experience hereThe vineyards ofBeaujolais.

Beerhalls in Munich.On the Beatles music tour.

Why not share yourexperiences withother travellers.

check outcontiki.co.nz/contiki-experience

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EXPERIENCE IT ALL

As well as all the Included Highlights onour tours, you get plenty of free time todo your own thing every day.

Spend more time at one of your newfavourite sights, wander round theshops, or just relax.

You can also make the most of your freetime with our Explore More optionalactivities. They help turn a great trip intoan unforgettable one. Wevehandpicked them because theyre thethings our past Contiki travellers loved.Best of all, weve negotiated great pricesand we can organise everything for you.

Gondola ride, Venice

To find out more go to contiki.co.nz/exploremore

NB - remember, some of our optional extras can be physicallydemanding and involve some risk. Its important to check yourinsurance covers you for adventure activities.

Guided bike tour, Tyrol

OPTIONALACTIVITIES

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To find Explore More choices, look for the orange arrow

Moulin Rouge dinner, Paris

Nightclub, Florence

Islands cruise, Croatia

Parasailing, Corfu

Classical concert in ViennaRhineValley wine tastingSchnaps museum & tastingCog-railway ride up a mountainCaique boat cruise in Corfu

Gondola ride in VeniceSpanish flamenco showGuided tour of ancient RomeParasailing & waterskiingBelly-dancing dinner in TurkeyTandem paragliding in the TyrolHistorical walking tour in BerlinThermal pools bath in PamukkaleTuscan feast & entertainmentGuided tour of Pompeii

Beerhall dinner in MunichTrip to the volcano on SantoriniGhost walk in YorkGuided bike tour in PragueScottish haggis & bagpipe evening

Guinness brewery visitJeep hire on CorfuDay clubbing on MykonosCruise on Loch Ness

Boat triponGeiranger FjordCountryside mountain bike rideTurkish bathCroatian island cruise & swimmingRussian ballet Greek dancingAmsterdam canal boat cruise

Whitewater rafting, Austria

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Locally guided walking tour of Berlin including the Berlin Wall

on the bottom of every tour page

Traditional Greek dinner & dancing

Contiki cooks and repsWeve got 90 live-in site staff in Europe to make sure everythingruns without a hitch. Our mobile cooks travel with you onCamping tours. And our Site Reps look after you at Concepttour stopovers and villages. (They live there, so theyre great forlocal knowledge.) I did a Contiki tour myself and I loved it. A year later, I applied to work here. The food is really varied,so you wont eat chicken five days in a row. Its fresh, we dolots of summer salads, and a big roast lamb meal with someveggies. People devour it. If youre vegetarian or cant havegluten, well make special stuff for you. We make it easy toeat in Europe. Lily, Head Cook. 22

YOURCREW.WHOSWHO?

ON THE ROAD

To find out more go to contiki.co.nz/crew

Your Contiki crew dont just organise yourtrip, theyre part of it. Theyre young,friendly and theyve done their homeworkon where youre going to help you findwhat youre after. The result? Youll havemore time to enjoy each place.

Tour ManagerThink of your Tour Manager as your walking, talking guidebook.Theyre there to help you make the most of each day. Thatsbecause they know their stuff facts on where youre going, thebest things to see and ideas for your free time. If you dontwant to go up to Jungfrau, the highest peak in the SwissAlps, what can you do instead? Thats what Im here for.Hire a bike, see the waterfalls... Ill tell you, sort it allout and give you a map. Its all about what you want to do nothings set. There isnt a typical day on a Contikitour. Every day changes. Every day is different. Andthats the beauty of it. Peter, Tour Manager, 26

Tour DriverHandling jam-packed city streets and fast-moving freeways,our drivers know their way around. Best of all, theyll drop youat your door, so you wont have to lug your bags around. Sitback until your next stop. I work with the Tour Manager.Were a complete team. Were always discussing timings,how long its going to take to get into town, what time do wewant to head back to the hotel and so on. We sort all that stuffout so you dont have to. We put so much energy into makingsure you have a great holiday. And people are alwaysamazed that I can get these coaches into a tiny street bytheir hotel. But I can. Dan, Tour Driver, 30

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Always looking for ways to make your trip hassle-free.

I live, eat and breathe travel.It runs through my veins.

I look after every detail, so it all runs smoothly. You justenjoy your holiday.

Contikis training is thetoughest in the industry.(If wedont pass, we dont travel)

Im here to help you make themost of your trip. Want to knowwhy the tower leans? Or how muchthe Metro costs? Ive got theanswers.

Kann ich die Rechnung bitte?Ill give you a few words andphrases to try out with thelocals.

Im about the same age as you,so Ive got a pretty good ideaof what youre after. And I wanteveryone to have a great trip.

Tour Managers come from all overthe globe, so youll meet a coolmix of people from manycultures.

Im just one part of a biggerContiki crew, all workingtogether to make sure you havethe trip of a lifetime.

Sure, weve got an itinerary,but I keep things flexible whenI can. Ill move stuff around tosuit the group and the day.

Hi Im Mark, your Tour Manager

Not everyones cut out to join ContikisCrew. We need to make it through somepretty intensive training. Were tested on theroad, so we go where you go and see whatyou see and know everything about it.

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ON THE ROAD

All our tours include breakfast every day and overhalf your evening meals. We dont include everymeal especially lunches, for a reason. We give youthe flexibility to explore in your free time, meet somelocals and try all kinds of European delicacies.

Exciting new foodOn Camping & Concept tours, our Mobile Cooks and Site Reps buyfresh food from local markets every day. So youll get proper, tastymeals, often typical of the countries youre visiting. Like chickenparmigiana in Rome and fondue in Switzerland.

Group nights outExperience more of Europe together on one of our Explore Moreoptional nights out. Theres dinner & a show at the Moulin Rogue inParis. Turkish cuisine & belly-dancing in Istanbul. Experienceauthentic Italy with our Tuscan feast. And eat in a beerhall inMunich. Other nights are equally tasty & fun where well take youout for meals at typical local restaurants.

Local markets

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Try something new everyday

Free time to picnic in Paris

FRESHFOOD.EVERYDAY.

Relax on the road

Hotel Divani, Corfu

TOPACCOMMODATION.Tent. Cabin. Hostel. Hotel. Whatever tour youre on, your accommodation has

passed the Contiki test (we have high standards).

About Camping Tourspages 24-25

About Concept Tourspages 34-37

About Time Out Tourspages 62-65

Modern and environmentally friendly coaches

Contiki campsite

Contiki Chteau dining room

Modern coachesChat, sit back with your iPod, or listen to your Tour Manager tell youabout where youre going, as your driver takes you there. Our air-concoaches are the best in Europe, and we update our fleet regularly tomake sure theyre environmentally friendly. Then there are the Contikiextras, like reclining seats and power points for charging on the go.Just dont forget your adaptor. "Driving doesn't feel like a job to me, I love being in Europe and meeting great people at thesame time". Patrice, Tour Driver, 23

TRANSPORTGETTING THERE.

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breakfast. Transport. Tickets to see the sights.Accommodation. Travelling onyour own adds up - fast. Wevecompared a typical day on yourown in a European city to aday on a Contiki tour. See(and save) the difference.

Private motoboat to historic islands: 55 & city sightseeing tour: 20

At the Albergo Venezia

Grand canal water-bus

At the Trattoria Marco Polo

City sightseeing tour

At the Ibis Paris MaineMontparnasse

Metro Pass

At the Caf de Flore

Lake cruise

At the Waldstatterhof SwissSeehotel

Bus and Train

At the Restaurant Galliker

1 Nights Accommodation(avg. Price of budget hotel/hostel)

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

(2nd Class 25yrs or under based on the global pass valid in 20 countries for 1 month)

Sightseeing

Day Travel Pass

Dinner

Youth Rail Pass

Prices and exchange rates validated at 1st September, 2009 at the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice. Sightseeing cost comparison is based on similar activities of whats included in a Contiki tour price. Contikis per daypricing based on 25 Day Camping tour page 33, 20 days European Experience Concept tour pages 44-45, 21 days European Vista Time Out tour pages 82-83. Food fund is included in the Camping and Concept tour comparisons above.

Ham & Cheese panini & cappuccino at the Caf Gianni

Caf latt & a croissant at the Caf Moulin

Platter of cold meats and cheese & coffee at the Caf Parterre

Breakfast

Compare Contiki

Venice, Italy Paris, France Lucerne, Switzerland

17.57 17.57 17.57

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and see how far your money goes

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Total cost whentravelling your way

Contikis unbeatable cost saving price

Camping from NZ$ 127p/d*463 348 322NZ$ p/d p/d p/dNZ$ NZ$

Concept from NZ$ 169p/d*Time Out from NZ$ 218p/d*

(Converted to NZ$)

It gets even better

Our guarantees

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Valley of the SommeChampagne Region

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Ruhr Valley

Burgundy Region

Pont du Gard

Pyrenees Mountains

SwissAlps

DolomiteMountains

Zaragoza

Biarritz

Gibraltar

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VeronaMilan

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Liechtenstein

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To find out more go to contiki.co.nz/deals

Definite DeparturesWe are always updating tours online to a guaranteed to go, DefiniteDeparture status. So you can confidently book ahead & takeadvantage of airlines early booking deals & Contikis early paymentdiscounts. Check contiki.com tour pages for the most up to date infoon Definite Departures.

No sneaky surchargesContiki has guaranteed no fuel or currency surcharges on all of ourcoach tours (apart from the government taxes already included in the tour price & cruising). Once youve paid your deposit the price ofyour tour wont change.

Change your mindOur Gold Seal insurance means that if you cancel your tour beforeyou leave home, we wont charge you a cent. And if youre ill or haveto leave your trip early for personal reasons, Gold Seal will refundyou NZ$40 for each day that you miss. See more on page 141.

Pay early. Save more.Save up to NZ$435 on your tour if you book and pay 12 monthsbefore you leave or save up to NZ$415 on your tour if you book andpay six months before you leave. See the tour page to find out yourpay early discount.

2 tours. Save more.Book 2 Contiki trips (of 10 days or longer) at the same time. Save NZ$100 on your booking.

EUROPE+EUROPE save NZ$100EUROPE+AMERICA save NZ$100EUROPE+GREAT BRITAIN save NZ$100EUROPE+ASIA save NZ$100

Book together. Save more.Same tour? Same time? Book together to get group discounts.

4 or moreEveryone saves 5%.

7 or moreEveryone saves 7.5%.

10 or moreEveryone saves 10%. Or invite an 11th person for free. Its up to you.

Share with 3Save 5% on the twin share price when you book a triple room.Available on many Time Out hotel tours.

The facts: all these discounts apply to the land tour price (eg: notflights). You can combine group discounts, multi tour discounts & early payment discounts on tours of 8 days or longer.

Earlybird dealsSave up to 7.5% off the cost of your Europe trip when you book andpay early. See page 20 for full details.

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Deal 1Get 7.5%* off the cost of your Europe tour when youbook and pay in full by the 18th December 2009.

Want to save up to 7.5%?^

Get 5%* off the cost of your Europe tour if you pay adeposit of NZ$200 by the 18th December 2009.

Deal 2

Plus save even more!When you combine one of the above deals with our2 Tour discounts - see page 19.

Its easy - just book before the 18th December 2009. Check out our 2 great deals below to find the one that suits you!

You can with our earlybird deals!

Low cost airlines in EuropeNeed flights to get you from the airport you arrive into, to the city your tour departs from?

Or, youre living in London and want to do one of our In-depth regional tours. Theres a cheap andeasy way to get there and home.

Go online and book with one of Europes many low-cost airlines.

To get a good deal, its best to book early. Heres some sites to start & you can find plentymore online.

easyjet.comryanair.comskyscanner.combravofly.co.uk

Contiki & UNESCOsWorld Heritage sites

Conditions:

* Savings apply to tour price only and does not apply to Food Fundon Concept or Camping tours. Deal 2 deposit is non-refundable.Applies to all European Summer tours from this 2010/11 brochurewith the exception of any tour of 7 days or less, Ski Austria, anyGreek Island cruising tours, Croatian Island Cruising, Spotlight

on Greece plus 3 days and 7 days Greek Island Cruising, Mykonos+ Island Cruising, Special Interest tours or London Explorerpackages. These offers cannot be combined with Early Paymentdiscounts or Group discounts. If you are booking more than 1 tour,these discounts will apply to every qualifying tour.

Europe has more World Heritage sites than any other continent inthe world. These are must-sees and with Contiki you will. MostContiki tours visit one or more World Heritage site. A wonderful wayto be culturally immersed in Europes history. Look for the WorldHeritage symbol on the tour pages or search for the sites we visit atcontiki.co.nz/worldheritagelist.

We feel good about adding World Heritage sites to our itineraries, not just so you can enjoy visiting and learning about them, but alsobecause conservation counts. Thats is why weve chosen to helpUNESCO with their efforts by contributing significant fundingtowards their restoration work in Venice, through our involvementwith The Leading Travel Companies Conservation Foundation.Read more on the opposite page.

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Join in at contiki.com

Contiki communityBags packed & ready to go? Or just thinking about it? Join Contikis community online andconnect with people who can helpyou with your trip questions.Get advice from Contiki travellers and read their comments. Check outContiki tour photos. And meet people on your tour before you leave home.

Our Tour Managers and past Contiki travellers update our very own wiki: Contikipedia. From the big questions (backpack or suitcase? howmuch money to take?) to the little ones (whats the perfect holiday read?wheres good to buy a leather jacket in Florence?). The answers are oncontiki.com.

Youll find detailed trip itineraries, competitions, videos there too. And more.

Small footprint.Big commitment.

A Proud Member of

Contiki operatemodern, fuel

efficient coaches! Check outcontiki.co.nz/responsible

travel

Our Foundation. Were foundingpartners of the non-profit LeadingTravel Companies ConservationFoundation. So far the Foundation has committed over US$2 million to helpunderprivileged communities and support sustainable tourismaround the world.

In 2008-09 the Foundation: helped to protect 3 million hectares of Atlantic Forest in Brazil supported indigenous sustainable tourism in Australia funded wildlife research centres in Africa funded major research works to preserve important monuments

and archaeological sites in Europe (like the sinking city of Venice). primary sponsor of Tourism for Tomorrow Awards

Learn more at tltc.co.nz/foundation.

Our coaches. We want you tosee the world. But we also wantto look after it. Compared to cars, planes and trains, coaches have the lowest carbon emissions. In Europe, coach is by far the most carbon efficient way to travel.

Our modern, air-conditioned coaches are some of the best inEurope. We make sure our coaches are fuel efficient & exceedEuropes strict fuel emission regulations.

If you want to reduce your carbon footprint even more, youll findlinks on our website to offset.

For the whole story see contiki.co.nz/responsibletravel.

Carbon Emissions Grid

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METHOD OF TRAVEL

Source: DEFRA Greenhouse Gas (GHG) conversion figures June 2009.www.defra.gov.uk/environment/business/reporting/conversion-factors.htm* Assumes national average of 1.56 people per car. ** Assumes average of 36 passengers.

UK Statistics are used which accurately reflect our touring products the majority of which are operatedin the UK and Europe.

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Its big, its busy and it can be tricky knowing whereto start. Thats where Contiki can help. Especially withthe Contiki Basement.

Arriving in London can be daunting. The ContikiBasement centre is a place for you to get to knowthe city and meet other Contiki travellers. Its rightin the middle of London at the Royal NationalHotel in Russell Square.

Our staff will help you find out about what to seeand do, book day trips and sightseeing, and tellyou the best place to get a ticket for a show (aswell as how much it should cost). You can usethe Basement for everything from storing yourbags, to checking your emails, or just to find out how to get to the airport. May to September open from 9am-8pmOctober to April open from 11am-7pm

Contikis Basement

Start at the ContikiBasement

Accommodation beforeor after your tour

Contikis A-Z of

London EyeBuckingham Palace

Houses ofParliment & Big Ben Tower of London

Oxford Street Soho

Contiki Basement

How to find us

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Lots of our tours start and finish in London. So ifyou need accommodation, we can help. Wehave great rates at 2 hotels (Royal National orImperial hotels). Both are in central London rightnext to Sohos theatres, bars and shops.

Booking tips:

Book at the Contiki Basement, or plan aheadand book at the same time as your tour.

If you want to share with a friend, you needto book at the same time.

Going solo? We can find you a roommate(same sex) for either a twin or triple share.

We cant book double beds. If these hotels are full, well book you in at

the President, Bedford or Tavistock hotels(theyre just as good and just as central).

Rooms are normally available from 2pm. It costs NZ$30 each time you change

your booking. For our cancellation policy and more details

see page 142.

To find out more go to contiki.co.nz/basement

Hotel prices

Royal National Imperial Room Type Triple Twin Twin Single

Summer 2010Mar 21 Oct 31 NZ$75 NZ$105 NZ$125 NZ$189

Winter 2010/11Nov 1 Mar 31 NZ$75 NZ$95 NZ$110 NZ$159

2 or 4 night London Explorer packages are available, see right page Important note: Double beds not available at the Royal National or Imperial Hotels

To find out more go to contiki.co.nz/stay-longer

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London

New Years Eve, 2010.Where will you be?Check the date panels on each itinerary to figureout where you can enjoy New Years Eve.

Tower Bridge

Online Check-inBooked your tour? Give us your details beforeyou go and youll save time when you start yourtour, with Contiki Check-in.

Well give you tips to help you get ready for your trip and you can find outwho else is on your tour on the Contiki Community. Plus youll get perks, likediscounts on luggage,guidebooks and movies thatsort of stuff. And well sendyou invites to Contiki-onlyevents and competitions.

Check-in online. Itll take youless than 5 minutes.

St PaulsCathedralLondon

City Brick Lane

Want to

see more

of London

?

We've put together a value-packed set ofextras, excursions and accommodation withour 2 or 4 night London Explorer packages.They're great to help you find your way aroundthe city's sights and there's no Tour Manager,so you can explore at your own pace). Find out more on page 131.

Festivals & eventsTheres always a festival or event happeningsomewhere in Europe. Plan your trip so that itworks with a festival or special event before or after your tour. Find more ideas atcontiki.co.nz/festivals-events.Or try one of Contikis special event tours:

Oktoberfest, Munich7 Days NZ$755 1622 Sep 5 Days NZ$589 2327 Sep or 28 Sep2 OctSee page 133 for more information.

Easter in Amsterdam4 Days NZ$489 25 AprilSee page 133 for more information.

Edinburgh Festival & Military Tattoo4 Days NZ$599 2730 AugustSee page 133 for more information.

To find out more go to contiki.co.nz/festivals-events

To find out more go to contiki.co.nz/london-explorer

To find out more go to contiki.co.nz/checkin

Camping Contiki-styleOur camping trips are about getting backto basics to stretch the budget, withoutskimping on quality.

Where you staySleep in spacious twin-share tents(designed for 3) on comfy air-mattressesat well-equipped campsites. You dontneed experience to pitch our easy toassemble tents theyre up and down ina minute.

MealsIn the fully-decked coach kitchen, yourMobile Cook prepares tasty dishes withfood sourced fresh daily. The Food Fundcovers hot breakfasts daily & lots of 2-course dinners, including a specialentre of French escargot & frogs legs onmany tours. Camping meal times bring everyonetogether & its fun to pitch in & help.

Your Contiki CrewYoull travel with 3 Contiki road crew: your Tour Manager, Driver & Mobile Cook.And at Contiki Villages & Stopovers, youll be in the hands of our resident SiteReps. More on this super-skilled team onpage 14-15.

Sightseeing, free time & transportMost of the main sights are included in thecost of your tour (pages 10-11), plustheres plenty of free time for you to do thethings you like. Choose from our optionalExplore More activities (pages 12-13) orjust take time to chill out, relax and dowhatever you like. As with every Contikitour, youll travel in style on a modern, air-conditioned coach.

Brand new tents designed for 3, buttheyre only ever twin share, so theresplenty of space.

New quality stools & air-mattresses. Only with Contiki special inclusions

like a Paris illuminations night tour withFrench champagne, cheese & escargot(on every itinerary that includes Paris).See tour pages for lots more Only withContiki special inclusions.

Remember, if you bookearly you save money!

Look out for the orange explore more optional activities arrow on every tour page

5 Camping

tours to

choose from

Sleep under the starsNew twin-share tentsStretch your holiday budgetSee the key sightsGet back to natureWell-equipped campsitesFun & social

Multi-country tours21 days pages 26-2732 days pages 28-2946 days pages 30-3122 days page 3225 days page 33

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10 countriesFrance, Switzerland, Monaco,Italy, Vatican City, Austria,Czech Republic, Germany,Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)

Only with Contiki (special inclusions) Paris illuminations night tour

with French champagne, cheese & escargot

Special access Rome sightseeingcoach tour

Private boat to the islands of Venice 3 experienced crew & Contiki

onsite RepsSpain

Slovakia

Serbia

Poland

Hungary

CroatiaSlovenia

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Wales

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contiki.co.nz/camping21

21 Days Europe Camping

PARIS: Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne

SWISS ALPS: Cog-railway ride to the top of Jungfrau MountainENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

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Gondola ride, Venice

ROME: Locally guided tour of The Colosseum & Roman Forum VENICE: Gondola ride along the canals VIENNA: Schnaps museum visit & tastingPRAGUE: Scenic river cruise with lunch MUNICH: Dinner & entertainment at one of the oldest & most traditional Bavarian beerhalls AMSTERDAM: Bike ride through the countryside

Go to contiki.com/camping21-explore-more for all the optional extras you can do (at an additional cost).

When to go and how much

Camping Original

27Itinerary and included sightseeingDay 1: London to ParisMeet up with your Contiki Crew. Ferryacross the English Channel to France.Journey past World War I battlefields &into the glittering City of Lights. (D)See the White Cliffs of DoverSee the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,the Louvre, the Champs Elysees &Notre Dame CathedralDay 2: ParisIndulge in sophisticated Paris where youllfind magic, romance & history amongstthe citys legendary icons. (B)Day 3: Paris to Swiss AlpsPass through the lush vineyards ofBurgundy en-route to the heart of theSwiss Alps. (B,D)Scenic drive through the AlpsDay 4: Swiss AlpsChill for a day in the breathtaking SwissAlps. Feel like youre on top of the worldwhen you opt in for a cog railway ride upthe snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D)Day 5: Swiss Alps to French RivieraWind down out of the mountains & travelsouth to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Cote d'AzurDay 6: French RivieraDo as the locals do - stroll throughoutdoor markets, shop the upscaleboutiques & sun worship on the beach.Later rub shoulders with the rich & famousin Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B,D)Visit a French perfumerySee the Royal Palace in MonacoVisit a Monte Carlo casinoDay 7: French Riviera to FlorenceStop & check out Pisas famousarchitectural wonder before arriving inRenaissance Florence. (B,D)See the Leaning Tower of PisaDay 8: FlorenceA local guide gives you the inside track onstriking buildings & sacred art in one ofItalys most atmospheric cities. Later on,enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B)See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry &Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstrationDay 9: Florence to RomePass through rural Umbrias pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on theroad to Rome. (B)See the Colosseum, the RomanForum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,Pantheon & Piazza NavonaDay 10: RomeTap into La Dolce Vita of the EternalCity & explore this living museum ofhistory. Get a feeling for Imperial Romesglory on an optional tour of the RomanForum & Colosseum. (B,D)See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican CityDay 11: Rome to VeniceCriss-cross the Apennine Mountains to thecity of Bologna, an historic & elegant city & then on to enchanting Venice. (B,D)See Bolognas famous porticos & two towersDay 12: VeniceMeander through the floating citys tightalleyways & canals to find grand squares,art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops,bars & markets. (B,D)

See the Bridge of Sighs, the DogesPalace & St. Marks Square Murano glass-blowing demonstrationDay 13: Venice to ViennaRide through the Dolomite Mountains toVienna then hit the rides at Prater park. (B)Visit Viennas Prater fun parkDay 14: ViennaViennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoonto wander this picture book city &encounter its wealth of music, cafs,parks, incredible architecture & of course,strudel! (B,D)See Schnbrunn Palace, St. Stephen'sCathedral & the State Opera HouseScenic drive along the historic RingRoadDay 15: Vienna to PragueStop at the World Heritage town CeskKrumlov as you travel through Bohemia toPrague, the golden City of a ThousandSpires. (B,D)Visit the medieval town of CeskyKrumlovDay 16: PragueSnake through this medieval citys maze ofcobbled streets & discover Gothicarchitecture, bargain-priced beer &bohemian crystal beads. (B)See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral ofSt. Vitus, Charles Bridge & WenceslasSquareVisit the old town square & see theastronomical clockDay 17: Prague to MunichBack to Germany & into Munich, thefestive home of Oktoberfest. (B)See the Glockenspiel & MarienplatzDay 18: Munich to HeidelbergHead north to Heidelberg, known for itsbaroque old town, pubs full of character, & lively student ambience. (B,D)See Heidelbergs medieval castleDay 19: Heidelberg to AmsterdamJourney past castles & vineyards along the Rhine River to the free-wheeling,vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B)See Amsterdams canals & gablehouses by nightDay 20: AmsterdamCheck out Amsterdams myriad ofmuseums, trendy cafs & notoriously funnightclubs. (B)Visit a cheese farm & clog maker'shouseDay 21: Amsterdam to LondonCircle back to France via Belgium & ferryacross the English Channel to England,where the tour ends & its time to sayfarewell to your new friends. (B)

21 Days Europe Camping10 countries20 nights camping20 breakfasts & 12 dinners

*All tour prices above are based on twin-share tents. If youre travelling solo, we can share you with a samesex roommate at no extra charge. You need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel on this tour.For earlybird deals see page 20 & for travel insurancesee page 141. These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 6:30pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodationoptions see page 142.

Code: CCCM Summer 2010

Start Finish Tour Food Fund Total CostLondon London NZ$ pp* NZ$ pp* NZ$ pp*

2010APR 21 MAY 11 2245 435 2680APR 28 MAY 18 2245 435 2680MAY 12 JUN 1 2295 435 2730MAY 19 JUN 8 2360 435 2795MAY 26 JUN 15 2360 435 2795JUN 2 JUN 22 2360 435 2795JUN 9 JUN 29 2360 435 2795JUN 16 JUL 6 2360 435 2795JUN 23 JUL 13 2360 435 2795JUN 30 JUL 20 2360 435 2795JUL 7 JUL 27 2475 435 2910JUL 10 JUL 30 2475 435 2910JUL 14 AUG 3 2475 435 2910JUL 21 AUG 10 2475 435 2910JUL 24 AUG 13 2475 435 2910JUL 28 AUG 17 2475 435 2910AUG 4 AUG 24 2475 435 2910AUG 11 AUG 31 2420 435 2855AUG 18 SEP 7 2420 435 2855AUG 25 SEP 14 2420 435 2855SEP 4 SEP 24 2420 435 2855SEP 6 SEP 26 2420 435 2855SEP 11 OCT 1 2420 435 2855SEP 14 OCT 4 2420 435 2855

Save Money! If you pay 6 months in advance yousave NZ$115. See page 19for details.

Whats includedAll as per itinerary 20 nights in twin-share tents

(including air mattresses) (more onpages 24-25)

20 breakfasts (B) & 12 dinners (D)included in your food fund

A dedicated crew with anexperienced & professional TourManager, Driver & Mobile Cook

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

Ferry crossings Sightseeing tours of all major cities Number of World

Heritage sites visited

WORLDHERITAGESITESVISITED10

Pizzeria, Rome

The Swiss Alps

Colosseum, Rome



POMPEII: Entry fee & guided tour of the ancient cityENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

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Vatican City

MonacoPisa

Dover

Calais

Valley of the Somme

Pyrenees Mountains

DolomiteMountains

Zaragoza

Biarritz

Verona

Versailles

Arles

Mauthausen

London

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Loire Valley

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Isle of Capri

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St Goar

HEIDELBERG

Edam

Ruhr Valley

Rhine Valley

LucerneLiechtenstein

AMSTERDAM

SWISSALPS

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Ionian Sea

Mediterranean Sea

English Channel

Irish Sea

North Sea

Atlantic Ocean

SPAIN

ITALY

GREECE

GERMANY

FRANCE

ENGLAND

AUSTRIASWITZ

NETHERLANDS

BELGIUM

Slovakia

Serbia

Poland

Hungary

Czech Rep

CroatiaSlovenia

Bosnia

Wales

12 countriesFrance, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Austria,Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland,Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)



Wine tasting in Bordeaux Special access Rome sightseeing

coach tour Day trip to the Isle of Capri Private boat to the islands of Venice 3 experienced crew & onsite Reps

BARCELONA: Flamenco dance show CORFU: Watersports including parasailing, waterskiing & tube riding VENICE: Gondola ride along the canals MUNICH: Dinner & entertainment at one of the oldest & most traditional Bavarian Beerhalls SWISS ALPS: Cog-railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain


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29Itinerary and included sightseeingDay 1: London to ParisMeet up with your Contiki Crew. Ferryacross the English Channel to Paris. (D)See the White Cliffs of DoverSee the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,the Louvre, the Champs Elysees &Notre Dame CathedralDays 2-3: ParisIndulge in this sophisticated city & findmagic, romance & history. Day trip to thebeautiful Chteau Versailles. (B,D)(B)See Chteau Versailles (entrance notincluded)Day 4: Paris to BordeauxCut through the Loire Valley & pass rollingvineyards en-route to the Bordeaux region& St. Emilion. (B,D)Day 5: Bordeaux to PamplonaSwim & shop in fashionable Biarritz beforecrossing into Spain to Pamplona. (B,D)See the lighthouse & bay in BiarritzSee Pamplonas famous bull ringDay 6: Pamplona to BarcelonaHead south to the baroque city ofZaragoza & on to Barcelona, then see why this sexy city sizzles on a sight-seeingtour. (B,D)See Gaudis Sagrada Familia & the1992 Olympic Games complexDay 7: BarcelonaExplore the city & feel the passion at anoptional Flamenco show! (B)Walk the Gothic Quarter & La RambladistrictDay 8: Barcelona to French RivieraTravel through Provence to Arles, then onward to the glamorous FrenchRiviera. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Cote d'Azur Visit the historic city of ArlesDay 9: French RivieraStroll through outdoor markets, shop theupscale boutiques & sun worship on thebeach. (B,D)Visit a French perfumerySee the Royal Palace in MonacoVisit a Monte Carlo casinoDay 10: French Riviera to FlorenceStop & check out Pisas famousarchitectural wonder before arriving inRenaissance Florence. (B,D)See the Leaning Tower of PisaDay 11: FlorenceA local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italys most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your ownpace. (B)See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry &Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstrationDay 12: Florence to RomePass through rural Umbrias rolling hills onthe road to Rome. (B)See the Colosseum, the RomanForum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,Pantheon & Piazza NavonaDays 13-14: RomeTap into La Dolce Vita for a couple ofdays in the Eternal City" & explore thisliving museum. Get a feeling for ImperialRomes glory on an optional tour of theRoman Forum & Colosseum. (B,D)(B,D)See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City

Day 15: Rome to SorrentoFrom Naples, catch a boat to the Isle ofCapri & soak up its sweeping views &romantic atmosphere before setting sail forSorrento. (B)Day 16: Sorrento to CorfuPass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeiis ancient ruins.Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B)Days 17-20: CorfuKick back & relax, get into the watersports, shop & soak up the sun in thisGreek island paradise. (B,D)(B,D)(B,D)(B)See the Venetian fortress in Corfu'sold townDay 21: Corfu to ItalyCruise the Adriatic Sea. (B)Day 22: Arrival VeniceVisit Romeo & Juliets home of Verona &then make your way to the enchanting cityof Venice. (B,D)See Juliet's Balcony & the Roman ArenaDay 23: VeniceMeander through the floating citys tightalleyways & canals to find grand squares,art-filled palazzos, bars & markets. (B,D)See the Bridge of Sighs, the DogesPalace & St. Marks Square Murano glass-blowing demonstrationDay 24: Venice to ViennaRide through the Dolomite Mountains toVienna then hit the rides at Prater park. (B)Visit Viennas Prater fun parkDay 25: ViennaViennese culture waltzes right up to you ona morning tour. Take the afternoon towander this picture book city & encounterits wealth of music, cafs, parks, incrediblearchitecture & of course, strudel! (B,D)See Schnbrunn Palace, St. Stephen'sCathedral & the State Opera HouseScenic drive along the historic RingRoadDay 26: Vienna to MunichMake a sobering stop at the Mauthausenconcentration camp memorial en-route toMunich, home of Oktoberfest celebrating200 years in 2010. (B)Entry into Mauthausen memorialSee the Glockenspiel & MarienplatzDay 27: Munich to Swiss AlpsStop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakesideLucerne before reaching the spectacularSwiss Alps. (B,D)Visit Liechtensteins capital, VaduzSee the Wooden Chapel BridgeScenic drive through the AlpsDay 28: Swiss AlpsChill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt for acog railway ride up the snow-coveredJungfrau Mountain. (B,D)Day 29: Swiss Alps to HeidelbergHead north to Heidelberg, known for itsbaroque old town & lively student feel. (B,D)See Heidelbergs medieval castleDay 30: Heidelberg to AmsterdamNext its on to the free-wheeling, vibrantcity of Amsterdam. (B)See Amsterdams canals & gablehouses by nightDay 31: AmsterdamCheck out Amsterdams museums, trendycafs & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B)Visit a cheese farm & clog maker'shouseDay 32: Amsterdam to LondonCircle back to France via Belgium & ferryacross the English Channel to England,where the tour ends & its time to sayfarewell to your new friends. (B)

32 Days Europe Camping12 countries29 nights camping2 nights ferries31 breakfasts & 19 dinners

Whats includedAll as per itinerary 31 nights accommodation: 29

nights in twin-share tents (includingair mattresses) & 2 nights on boardferries (more on pages 24-25)








*All tour prices above are based on twin-share tents. If youre travelling solo, we can share you with a samesex roommate at no extra charge. You need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel on this tour.For earlybird deals see page 20 & for travel insurancesee page 141. These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. This tour will be in Pamplona during the Running of

the Bulls.Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 6:30pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodationoptions see page 142.

Save Money! If you pay 6 months in advance yousave NZ$185. See page 19 for details.


2010APR 20 MAY 21 3539 680 4219APR 27 MAY 28 3539 680 4219MAY 11 JUN 11 3629 680 4309MAY 18 JUN 18 3725 680 4405MAY 25 JUN 25 3725 680 4405JUN 8 JUL 9 3725 680 4405JUN 15 JUL 16 3725 680 4405JUN 22 JUL 23 3725 680 4405JUN 29 JUL 30 3725 680 4405JUL 6 AUG 6 3909 680 4589JUL 13 AUG 13 3909 680 4589JUL 20 AUG 20 3909 680 4589JUL 27 AUG 27 3909 680 4589AUG 3 SEP 3 3909 680 4589AUG 17 SEP 17 3815 680 4495AUG 27 SEP 27 3815 680 4495SEP 2 OCT 3 3815 680 4495SEP 6 OCT 7 3815 680 4495

Code: CCCD Summer 2010

La Sagrada Familia, Barcelona

Cruise around Corfu

Wooden Chapel Bridge, Lucerne

Troy

Gallipoli

Versailles

Chateaude Cruix

Thermopylae

St Goar

Cesky Krumlov

Bratislava

DURRES KAVALA

SOFIAISTANBUL

HEIDELBERG

BUDAPEST

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BrindisiPompeii

Mt.VesuviusVatican City

MonacoPisa

Split

Isle of Capri

Dover

Edam

Calais

Valley of the Somme

Ruhr Valley

Rhine Valley

Burgundy Region

Pont du Gard

Pyrenees Mountains

Lucerne

Dachau

Verona

Liechtenstein

London

VENICE

ROMEFRENCHRIVIERA

FLORENCE

ATHENS

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English Channel

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GREECE

GERMANY

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BULGARIA

BOSNIA

BELGIUM

AUSTRIA

ALBANIA

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Slovenia

Ukraine

Serbia

Romania

Poland

Belarus



POMPEII: Entry fee & guided tour of the ancient cityENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES


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22 countries visited (see map for details)



Private boat to the islands of Venice Special access Rome sightseeing

coach tour Day trip to the Isle of Capri Entry & local guide to the Acropolis Locally guided walking tour in

Dubrovnik 3 experienced crew & Contiki

onsite Reps

VENICE: Gondola ride along the canals - Guided walking tour CORFU: Hire a jeep & discover the island ISTANBUL: Fun belly-dancing evening & dinnerDUBROVNIK: Island cruise & swimming MUNICH: Dinner & entertainment at one of the oldest & most traditional Bavarian beerhallsSWISS ALPS: Cog-railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain



Camping Original

31Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDay 1: London to Paris. Meet up with yourContiki Crew. Ferry across the EnglishChannel to Paris. (D)See the White Cliffs of DoverSee the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,the Louvre, the Champs Elysees & NotreDame CathedralDays 2-3: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticatedcity & find magic, romance & history. Day tripto the beautiful Chteau Versailles. (B)(B,D)See Chteau Versailles (entrance notincluded)Day 4: Paris to Lyon. Travel throughBurgundy & Beaujolais wine country togourmet Lyon. (B,D)Stop at Contikis very own 16th centuryChateau Taste local wineDay 5: Lyon to Barcelona. Head throughthe majestic Pyrnes Mountains toBarcelona. (B,D)Check out the Roman Aqueduct at Pontdu GardDay 6: Barcelona. See why this sexy citysizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, feel thepassion at an optional Flamenco show! (B)See Gaudis Sagrada Familia & the 1992Olympic Games complexWalk the Gothic Quarter & La RambladistrictDay 7: Barcelona to French Riviera.Travel through Provence to Arles, en-route tothe French Riviera. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Cote d'Azur Visit the historic city of ArlesDay 8: French Riviera. Stroll throughoutdoor markets, shop the upscaleboutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D)Visit a French perfumerySee the Royal Palace in MonacoVisit a Monte Carlo casinoDay 9: French Riviera to Venice. Stop inRomeo & Juliets home of Verona before wehead to enchanting Venice. (B,D)See Juliets balcony & the Roman ArenaDay 10: Venice. Meander through thefloating citys tight alleyways & canals tofind grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars& markets. (B,D)See the Bridge of Sighs, the DogesPalace & St. Marks Square Murano glass-blowing demonstrationDay 11: Venice to Florence. Snakethrough the Apennine Mountains to Pisa &check out its architectural wonder beforerolling through Tuscany to Florence. (B,D)See the Leaning Tower of PisaDay 12: Florence. A local guide gives youthe inside track on one of Italys mostatmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploringat your own pace. (B)See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry &Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstrationDay 13: Florence to Rome. Pass throughrural Umbrias rolling hills & terracedvineyards on the road to Rome. (B)See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain,Pantheon & Piazza NavonaSee St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican CityDay 14: Rome. Tap into La Dolce Vita ofthe Eternal City & explore this livingmuseum. Get a feeling for Imperial Romesglory on an optional tour of the RomanForum & Colosseum. (B,D)Day 15: Rome to Sorrento. From Naples,catch a boat to the Isle of Capri, soak up itssweeping views & set sail for Sorrento. (B)

Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu. Pass along theBay of Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius& opt for a tour of Pompeiis ancient ruins.Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B)Days 17-19: Corfu. Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise.(B,D)(B,D)(B)See Corfu's Venetian fortressDay 20: Corfu to Athens. Travel acrossCorinth Canal to Athens. (B,D)Day 21: Athens. Sightsee the ancientwonders of this bustling city. (B)See the first modern Olympic StadiumDay 22: Athens to Kavala. Journey alongGreeces coastline, past Mt. Olympus, toharbourside Kavala. (B,D)Drive past Spartan Thermopylae &Byzantine ThessalonikiDay 23: Kavala to Eceabat. Visit thehistoric Gallipoli battlefields as we make ourway to Turkey. (B,D)Journey along the Sea of MarmaraVisit Lone Pine CemeterySee ANZAC CoveDay 24: Eceabat to Istanbul. Ferry acrossthe Dardanelles & make a visit to Troy beforecontinuing on to Istanbul. Hotel (B)Visit Troys Wooden Horse with a localguideDay 25: Istanbul. Savour an incrediblemosaic of sights in this diverse city whereEast literally meets West. Hotel (B,D)See the Blue Mosque & the GrandBazaar with a local guideDay 26: Istanbul to Sofia. Traverse theplains of Bulgaria to Sofia, a city with acurious blend of Socialist heritage & modernEuro living. Hotel (B,D)See the Alexander Nevsky CathedralDay 27: Sofia to Ohrid. Cut acrossMacedonia to the red-roofed houses,sidewalk cafs & rustic fish restaurants ofLake Ohrid. (B,D)Day 28: Ohrid to Durres. Cross intoAlbania & on to Durres where steepmountains plunge into the deep Adriatic sea.Hotel (B,D)Day 29: Durres to Dubrovnik. Continuealong the sparkling coastline through tinyMontenegro toward the picturesque, ancientwalled city of Dubrovnik. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Croatian coastlineDays 30-31: Dubrovnik. Find historicbuildings, modern galleries & amazingseafood in this stunning town. (B)(B,D)See the fortified city & old portDay 32: Dubrovnik to Zadar. Move up theDalmatian Coast, stopping in beautiful Split& then travel on to Zadar. (B,D)See Diocletians Palace in SplitDay 33: Zadar to Budapest. Head north,past Lake Balaton to a lively arts, caf &music scene in the Paris of the East. (B,D)Day 34: Budapest. Feel the history of thisfascinating city split by the Danube Riverinto hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. (B)Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the RoyalPalace, the Church of St. Matthias, theChain Bridge & Fisherman's BastionDay 35: Budapest to Vienna. Stop forlunch in Slovakia before arriving in Austria tohit the rides at Prater park tonight. (B)See Bratislavas medieval castleVisit Viennas Prater fun park Day 36: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzesright up to you on a morning tour. Take theafternoon to wander the city & encounter itswealth of music, cafes, parks, incrediblearchitecture & of course, strudel! (B,D)See Schnbrunn Palace, St. Stephen'sCathedral & the State Opera HouseScenic drive along the historic RingRoad

46 Days Europe Camping22 countries40 nights camping, 4 nightshotels & 1 night ferry45 breakfasts & 29 dinners


nights in twin-share tents (includingair mattresses), 4 nights in hotels &1 night onboard a ferry (more onpages 24-25)







Paris

Day 37: Vienna to Prague. Stop at theWorld Heritage listed town, Cesk Krumlovas you travel through Bohemia to Prague,the City of a Thousand Spires. (B,D)Visit the medieval town of Cesky KrumlovDay 38: Prague. Snake through thismedieval citys maze of cobbled streets &discover Gothic architecture, beer &Bohemian crystal beads. (B)See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral ofSt. Vitus, Charles Bridge & WenceslasSquareDay 39: Prague to Munich. Head toMunich, the festive home of Oktoberfest -celebrating 200 years in 2010. (B)Visit Dachau concentration campmemorialDay 40: Munich. Explore the cultural side ofMunich. Theres world-class museums,shopping & lots of traditional food & beergardens. (B,D) See the Glockenspiel & MarienplatzDay 41: Munich to Swiss Alps. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne beforereaching the spectacular Swiss Alps. (B,D)Visit Liechtensteins capital, VaduzSee the Wooden Chapel BridgeScenic drive through the AlpsDay 42: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day in theSwiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride upthe Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D)Day 43: Swiss Alps to Heidelberg. Headnorth to Heidelberg. (B,D)See Heidelbergs medieval castleDay 44: Heidelberg to Amsterdam. Nextits on to free-wheeling Amsterdam. (B)Visit the riverside town of St. GoarSee Amsterdams canals & gablehouses by nightDay 45: Amsterdam. Check outAmsterdams myriad of museums, trendycafs & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B)Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's houseDay 46: Amsterdam to London. Ferryacross the English Channel to England,where the tour ends. (B)

*All tour prices above are based on twin-share tents. If youre travelling solo, we can share you with a samesex roommate at no extra charge. You need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel on this tour.For earlybird deals see page 20 & for travel insurancesee page 141. These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 6:30pm.For departure points & stay longer accommodationoptions see page 142.

Code: CCCA Summer 2010


2010APR 20 JUN 4 4900 965 5865APR 27 JUN 11 4900 965 5865MAY 11 JUN 25 5030 965 5995MAY 18 JUL 2 5160 965 6125MAY 25 JUL 9 5160 965 6125JUN 8 JUL 23 5160 965 6125JUN 22 AUG 6 5160 965 6125JUN 29 AUG 13 5160 965 6125JUL 6 AUG 20 5415 965 6380JUL 13 AUG 27 5415 965 6380JUL 20 SEP 3 5415 965 6380JUL 27 SEP 10 5415 965 6380AUG 3 SEP 17 5415 965 6380AUG 14 SEP 28 5290 965 6255AUG 19 OCT 3 5290 965 6255AUG 21 OCT 5 5290 965 6255

Save Money! If you pay 6 months in advance yousave NZ$255. See page 19 for details.

Itinerary andincluded sightseeingDay 1: London to Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Crew. Ferry across the English Channel to Paris. (D)See the White Cliffs of DoverSee the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,the Louvre, the Champs Elysees &Notre Dame CathedralDays 2-3: Paris. Indulge in thissophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the beautiful ChteauVersailles. (B)(B,D)See Chteau Versailles (entrance notincluded)Day 4: Paris to Lyon. Travel throughBurgundy & Beaujolais wine country togourmet Lyon. (B,D)Stop at Contikis very own 16th centuryChateau Taste local wineDay 5: Lyon to Barcelona. Head throughthe majestic Pyrnes Mountains toBarcelona. (B,D)Check out the Roman Aqueduct atPont du GardDay 6: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight,feel the passion at an optional Flamencoshow! (B)See Gaudis Sagrada Familia & the 1992Olympic Games complexWalk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambladistrict

Day 7: Barcelona to French Riviera.Travel through Provence to Arles, en-routeto the French Riviera. (B,D)Scenic drive along the Cote d'Azur Visit the historic city of ArlesDay 8: French Riviera. Stroll throughoutdoor markets, shop the upscaleboutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D)Visit a French perfumerySee the Royal Palace in MonacoVisit a Monte Carlo casinoDay 9: French Riviera to Venice. Stop atRomeo & Juliets home of Verona before wehead to enchanting Venice. (B,D)See Juliets balcony & the Roman ArenaDay 10: Venice. Meander through thefloating citys tight alleyways & canals tofind grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars& markets. (B,D)See the Bridge of Sighs, the DogesPalace & St. Marks Square Murano glass-blowing demonstrationDay 11: Venice to Florence. Snakethrough the Apennine Mountains to Pisa & check out its architectural wonderbefore rolling through Tuscany to Florence. (B,D)See the Leaning Tower of PisaDay 12: Florence. A local guide gives youthe inside track on one of Italys mostatmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploringat your own pace. (B)See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce,Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry &Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration

Day 13: Florence to Rome. Pass throughrural Umbrias rolling hills & terraced vineyardson the road to Rome. (B)See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum,Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon& Piazza NavonaSee St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican CityDay 14: Rome. Tap into La Dolce Vita ofthe Eternal City & explore this livingmuseum. Get a feeling for Imperial Romesglory on an optional tour of the RomanForum & Colosseum. (B,D)Day 15: Rome to Sorrento. From Naples,catch a boat to the Isle of Capri, soak up itssweeping views & set sail for Sorrento. (B)Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu. Pass along theBay of Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius& opt for a tour of Pompeiis ancient ruins.Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B)Days 17-19: Corfu. Kick back & relax, getinto the water sports, shop & soak up the sunin this Greek island paradise. (B,D)(B,D)(B)See the Venetian fortress in Corfu's old townDay 20: Corfu to Athens. Travel acrossCorinth Canal to Athens. (B,D)Day 21: Athens. Sightsee the ancientwonders of this bustling city. (B)Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with alocal guideSee the first modern Olympic StadiumDay 22: Depart Athens. Its time to sayfarewell to your new friends as your tour endsafter breakfast. (B)

5 countries France, Spain, Italy, Vatican City, Greece


nights in twin share tents (includingair mattresses) & 1 night onboard aferry (more on pages 24-25)






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PARIS: Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne VENICE: Gondola ride

along the canals - Guided walking tour POMPEII: Entry fee & guided tour of

the ancient city CORFU: Hire a jeep & discover the island ENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES



Versailles

Chateaude Cruix

BrindisiPompeii

Mt.VesuviusVatican City

MonacoPisa

Isle of Capri

Dover

Calais

Valley of the Somme

Burgundy Region

Pont du Gard

Pyrenees Mountains

Verona

London

VENICE

ROMEFRENCHRIVIERA

FLORENCE

ATHENS

2

PARIS3

LYON1

2

2

BARCELONASORRENTO

1

CorinthCanal

Arles

CORFU31

2

2

2

Adriatic Sea

Ionian Sea

Mediterranean Sea

English Channel

SPAIN

ITALY

GREECE

FRANCE

ENGLAND

Ukraine

Switz

Slovakia

Serbia

Romania

Poland

Hungary

Germany

Netherlands

Czech Rep

Croatia

Bulgaria

Bosnia

Belgium

Austria

Slovenia

Albania

Macedonia

Montenegro


Rome

*All tour prices above are based on twin-share tents. If youre travelling solo, we can share you with a samesex roommate at no extra charge. You need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel on this tour.For earlybird deals see page 20 & for travel insurancesee page 141.Tour starts 6:45am & ends app

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