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U N F O RG E T TA B L E E X P E R I E N C E S

Lifelong memories.

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NEW TRIPS

JAPAN IN A WEEK P.50Journey to 3 Japanese hotspots in

just a week

NEPAL TREK & TEMPLES P.60An accessible trek up the stunning

Kathmandu Valley

NEPAL TREK CHALLENGE P.61An epic trek up the unforgettable

Pokhara Valley

DELHI TO KATHMANDU QUEST P.58Visit India & Nepal’s spiritual

destinations and national parks

NORTHERN VIETNAM ESCAPE P.44Uncover Vietnam’s natural beauty,

from Hanoi to the hills

4 REASONSTO TRAVEL ASIA WITH CONTIKI 2020

SOMETIMES BIG ADVENTURES NEED SMALL GROUPS

Our groups in Asia have an average

of 20-25 people, and never more

than 34. See trip pages for group sizes.

DREAMY NEW DESTINATIONS

Uncover the rolling hills of Sapa,

lush Kathmandu, & the sacred

north of India, see p.44 & p.58

SAPA, VIETNAM

VARANASI, INDIA

VISIT ANGKOR WAT, CAMBODIA @IJAAE_

UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY

From hillside homestays to floating

raft hotels, & a Buddhist guest

house, they’re called Special Stays

for a reason, see p.12

JUNKBOAT SPECIAL STAY, HA LONG BAY, VIETNAM @BROOKLYNLESLEYY

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UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES

Over 100 experiences hand selected by

our expert team that focus on conscious

travel & the local, cultural, wellness &

foodie sides of Asia, see p.15

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TRAVEL WITH US P.6

THE CONTIKI DIFFERENCE P.8

WHY CONTIKI? P.9

TRAVEL TOGETHER P.10

THE DETAILS SORTED P.12

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES P.15

CONTIKI CARES P.22

CONTIKI VALUE & DEALS P.23

FIND YOUR TRAVEL STYLE P.24

AFRICA: ADVENTURE UNFILTERED P.70

THERE 'S A S IDE OF AS IA YOU'LL ONLY SEE WITH US .

WELLNESS & ACTIVE

PRACTISE MUAY THAI, PAI, THAILAND @LEXISHANSON

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BE BLESSED BY BUDDHIST MONKS, CHIANG MAI, THAILAND @THE.METCALF

CULTURAL

VISIT THE TEMPLES AT ANGKOR WAT, CAMBODIA @_CHARLES.SALMON_

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ASIA 2020 - 21 TRAVEL BROUGHT TO LIFE BY YOU

Contiki brings together travellers from all

corners of the globe to discover new cultures

and a little part of themselves along the

way. Over the years we’ve learnt about all

the ingredients that make up the perfect

trip. That’s why we focus on the things that

matter - unique accommodation, tasty food,

unforgettable experiences, seamless transport,

and an absolutely unrivalled on-the-road team.

And then there’s you guys. We give you all

the tools you need to make lifelong memories

(and friends), but without you, these Contiki

moments couldn’t come to life. We’ve put

this brochure together to show you all the

adventures that await you in Asia - you just

need to turn up and write the next chapter of

the story.

Contiki exists to bring travellers together to experience the world

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Best month of my life! Everything exceeded my expectations and I

honestly could not pin point a favourite place or activity, every day was a wow moment. So much value for money and the places you visit ensure you have a unique experience, still in awe of the

most perfect month!

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So you’re ready to have the adventure of a lifetime? Here’s

how we make it easier for you, in 4 simple ways.

How it works

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DETAILS SORTEDWe make travel easier. You get

transport, accommodation and

a bunch of delicious meals all

included in your trip, so you never

have to worry about the details.

Our expert Trip Managers & Local

Guides sort out the logistics so you

can travel hassle-free. See p.12.

TRAVEL TOGETHERTravel is better together. Our trips

are exclusively for 18-35s, and

whether you join us solo or in a

group, they’re designed so you

can share incredible experiences

with travellers just like you from all

over the world. See p.10.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCESYou want to see spectacular

destinations, but it’s the things

you do there that make your trip

unforgettable. That’s why we

hand-pick the best experiences

and include them in your trip. We

also have a menu of Free Time

Add-Ons you can do in your free

time and pay for as you travel.

See p.15.

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Travel is an amazing gift, but

it comes with responsibilities.

Contiki Cares is our commitment

to protect the communities we

visit, the wildlife we interact

with and the planet we all share.

Because we only get one planet,

and together we can make travel

matter. See p.22.

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Immense trip, amazing places and people! All organised, didn’t have

to worry about a single thing!

Emily Brown, Big Indochina Adventure on

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Our trips include more (much more)

BAC K IN G OF THE T TC FAMI LY

We’re backed by The Travel Corporation, giving you peace of mind when you book & travel with us.

EXPERT TR I P MAN AGER

They’re experts in each destination & how to make travel a good time.

AN IN CRED IB LE SUPPORT TEAM

As well as your Trip Manager, our incredible team extends far beyond your trip. Our travel specialists are always on hand to answer your questions & provide the support you need.

LOC AL GU IDES

Local Guides uncover the fascinating stories and hidden histories of the places you visit.

BREAKFAS T IN CLUDED MOS T DAYS

Your mornings will begin the right way, with a cup of coffee & a full stomach, so you’ll be ready for the adventures ahead.

IN CLUDED MEALS

We include a bunch of delicious meals that reflect the culture.

S TAY CONNECTED

You’ll get free WiFi at most hotels across Asia. Then there’s our unique Special Stays, where a digital detox is part of the fun.

CURATED I T INERAR IES

Our trips are designed so you can see and do the things you want, but also encounter unexpected experiences you’ll remember forever.

EXPERT RECOMMENDAT IONS

Want to avoid the tourist traps & find the best pad Thai or sushi around ? Our Trip Managers & Local Guides know Asia better than anyone & will always point you in the right direction. EASY TRANSPORT AL L SORTED

We get you across Asia with comfy private coaches, speedy internal flights and fun local transport - hello tuk-tuks. INS TANT FR I ENDSH IPS

Join us on your own or with a friend or two - you’ll leave as part of a family. The gang will be your always-ready camera crew, dinner buddies and dance partners everywhere you go. FREE T IME TO DO YOUR OWN TH IN G

To get lost, wander beautiful streets & mingle with locals going about their daily lives.

SWEET S LEEPS

Comfy & cool places to rest your head that are all right in the action, included in the price & all sorted for you, by us.

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Shared travel is central to your

Contiki experience. Travelling with

a group of other people is about

inspiring each other, growing

together, being part of something

incredible and leaving with lifelong

friends. Join us solo, with some pals,

or in a couple - whichever way, long

after your trip is over, you’ll still feel

part of a global family.

From the temples and busy streets of Bangkok

to the beautiful sky bars in Kuala Lumpur and

Singapore everything was amazing. If you

want to step outside your comfort zone, be

humbled and appreciate a simpler way of life

go to Asia with Contiki!

Caitlynn Stone on Bangkok to Singapore Adventure

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What’s shared travel, and why is it the most important part of your trip?

Extraordinary friendships in the words of our travellers

Amazing first experience traveling in South

East Asia. Every location we went to was

unique: from the jungle, to the islands, to the

rooftop bars in the heart of the city. All of the

details and logistics were handled with ease

by our Trip Manager, Jess, allowing us to fully

maximize our time in each place. I would

recommend this trip to anyone!

Caroline Spinekon Asian Adventure

The itinerary was amazing as I never would

have been able to organise half of the activities

we did on my own. Made some lifelong

friendships and have never laughed so hard in

my life, Highly recommend, honestly the best

thing I have ever done.

Joshua Weedonon Vietnam Experience

Things you can only do when you share travel

Inspire a new friend

to push themselves &

conquer a new trick on

the slopes of Japan.

Dare a new friend to eat

deep fried scorpion on

Khaosan road.

Learn a Bollywood

routine in Mumbai with

a group of new dancing

buddies from across the

world.

Turn a corner in an

unfamiliar city and see

a familiar face.

Have someone to watch

your stuff when you take

a dip in the crystal clear

waters of Koh Tao.

Make friends from cities

all over the world (you’ll

always have a place to

crash when you travel.

Have a crew of personal

photographers on hand.

(Never awkwardly ask a

stranger again).

STAY ON A JUNKBOAT, HA LONG BAY, VIETNAM @DR_CHEDDA

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We’re exclusively for 18-35 year olds.

Meet like-minded people from Australia, New Zealand, the USA & Canada, & all over Asia, Africa, Latin America & Europe.

Enjoy unforgettable experiences you can only have through shared travel.

Join us solo, with pals or with a partner, you’ll leave part of the Contiki Family.

Our groups in Asia are perfect for getting to know a place, with new friends, with an average of 20-25 people.

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I made so many lifelong friends

across the globe and I cannot wait to book my next trip

with Contiki!Josan Gulliab, Big

Indochina Adventure

Charm Churee Koh Tao, ThailandOn a glorious private beach,

watch enchanting sunsets from

Thai style bungalows built into

the jungle.

Stay here on: Thai Island Hopper

East p.39

Buddhist Guest House Special Stay, Mount Koya, JapanIn the shadow of Mount Koya,

you’ll be hosted and fed in these

beautifully decorated guest rooms

by the monks who live here.

Stay here on: Japan Unrivalled,

p.54

Neo+ Hotel Penang, MalaysiaThis modern and chic hotel gives

you gorgeous panoramas of

Georgetown as you take a dip in

its rooftop pool.

Stay here on: Bangkok to

Singapore Adventure p.28

Floating Rafts Hotel Special StayKanchanaburi, ThailandOne of the most unique hotel

experiences in the world, these floating

huts are woven from bamboo, and

float gently on the River Kwai

Stay here on: Total Thailand p.42ShannonTrip Manager

Sorting accommodation can be a

pain. That’s why we do the legwork

for you, so you can relax and focus

on the day ahead.

We put a lot of thought into

accommodation, so you get the

most out of Asia, and we’re always

on the hunt for the coolest places

to stay in every destination we visit.

From comfy hotels with swimming

pools to floating river raft hotels

and authentic homestays in the

rolling hills of Northern Vietnam,

we make sure the places you

stay always perfectly reflect the

destinations you visit.

Our accommodation: from boutique to unique

Booking your own sprawling adventure across Asia - that’s a lot of logistics. That’s why so

many travellers buy our trips. We’re experts in making travel hassle free, taking out all the

tedium and leaving you with all the best bits. Here’s what we sort out for you, so you can

kick back & enjoy your holiday.

We take the hassle out of travel

AQUEEN JALAN BESAR, SINGAPORE

JUNGLE TREE HOUSE, KHAO SOK, THAILAND @MCDONALDMEE

CHARM CHUREE RESORT, KOH TAO, THAILAND

FLOATING RAFT HUTS, KHAO SOK, THAILAND @MEGAN_SCHARFE

JUNKBOAT SPECIAL STAY, HA LONG BAY, VIETNAM

NEO + HOTEL, PENANG MALAYSIA

Home-stay Special Stay Sapa, VietnamNestled in the terraced hills of

Sapa, stay in the homes of the

locals and glimpse their way of

life as you share tasty Vietnamese

food and rice wine.

Stay here on: Northern Vietnam

Escape p.44

HOTELS

Comfy & right in the action.

BEACH RESORTS

Wake up to the sound of the

ocean.

SPECIAL STAYS

Exclusive or unique accommodations, that reflect the history or culture of

the places we visit.

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Accommodation is included every night of your trip.

WiFi available at most of our Asia accommodation.

Special Stays – Much more than just a place to sleep, our Special Stays are carefully curated unique accommodations that reflect the destinations and cultures we visit.

Stay Longer – We offer special deals to stay longer before or after your trip. Visit contiki.com/stay-longer for more.

3 & 4 star hotels – Our hotels across Asia are comfy, conveniently located and packed with quality facilities. You won’t want to leave.

Beach Resorts for a taste of that luxury life, Wake up next to crystal clear waters.

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The night in the jungle rafts forces you to

disconnect from everything, we spent the night

at the bar singing songs with this man playing

the guitar, it was a beautiful experience.

Leslie Figueroa,

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Chelsea, on Cambodia & Laos Uncovered

My tour guide Jazz was the most

AMAZING tour guide in the world! She

brought so much energy and positivity

in our group. I made some really close

new friendships and experienced

amazing things with amazing people!

Thank you again Jazz and Contiki!!

REBECCATRIP MANAGER

I used to be a vegetarian but

when I came to Asia I tried guinea

pigs, spiders & snails and actually

really enjoyed them!

NUTTRIP MANAGER

Molly Kristic on Thai Island Hopper West

I am so forever grateful that Nut

was our Trip Manager for the week.

He truly cared about each and every

one of us in the group. He put all of

his energy and time into every little

detail of the trip, he was very easy

going and SO MUCH FUN!!

In Asia, getting around is half the fun. Here’s how

we take you around the continent, hassle-free

Our trip manager Shannon was the best! She made the experience what it was

that much more with her knowledge and energetic positive vibes.

Patrick Hughes, Northern Thai Highlights

Our team are the absolute best in the business.

Fun, friendly and brainy, they make everyone feel

connected and bring a different side of Asia to life

before your eyes.

HOSTS, EXPERTS, EXPLORERS, GUIDES

Meet your crew

TRANSPORT

How we get you from A to B

Air-conditioned

private coaches

Ferries between

paradise islands

Local transport

like tuk-tuks to zip

around cities

Overnight trains

to ensure you never

miss a second of

travel time

Internal flights

to get you speedily

from A to B

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Important: Free Time Add-On activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators and on occasion, for some of the activities, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. Before you leave, it’s important that you check your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities and be aware that some of our add-ons can be physically demanding and may involve some risk.

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

From the iconic to the unexpected,

the experiences included in the price

of your trip always make the most out

of the places you visit.

See • on trip pages for the included

experiences on each trip.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

These are the optional experiences

you can choose to fill your day with.

Hand-picked by our travel experts,

they help you build the trip you want

with the budget you’ve got.

See F on trip pages for the Free Time

Add-Ons available on each trip.

FREE TIME

Scheduled into every trip, this is

your chance to taste snacks on the

streets like a local, swim in the sea

in Thailand or visit those Japanese

hotspots you’ve gazed at longingly

on Insta.

Look out for these icons on trip pages to see the types of experiences each trip will have:

WELLNESS & ACTIVE EXPERIENCES

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

CONSCIOUS TRAVEL EXPERIENCES

LOCAL EXPERIENCES

FOOD EXPERIENCES

3 UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

SEE ELEPHANTS ON SAFARI, SRI LANKA @BELLA_IANTHE

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Asia is pretty big on history, but there’s so

many cool things happening in the here and

now. That’s why on our trips we take you from

the timeless to the trendy in the blink of an

eye, showcasing the best of a destination’s

historical depth and hipster hangouts.

See the timeless See the trendy

Edited by Contiki Trip Manager Rhiannon

MEKONG DELTA FISHING & HOMESTAYMekong Delta, Vietnam

When we come here it always

feels authentic. We check out

the floating markets and get a

feel for the way of life along the

river. Then we stay at a Mekong

guesthouse where the family who

live there serve us local food.

Do it on: Vietnam Experience p.48

UNSEEN AGRA

Agra, India

This is a great way to see the city.

We jump on bikes and cycle past

colourful temples, bustling markets

& even the dohbi ghat (laundry

district). I love how much more

you can see on the bikes, whilst

still feeling amongst it all. Plus, it’s

an eco-friendly way to get around.

Do it on: Delhi to Kathmandu Quest p.58

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CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

Taking you to the timeless & the trendy

LOCAL EXPERIENCES

Glimpse the life of a local

I know my travellers want to do more than scratch

the surface of a destination. They love our local

experiences as they get fascinating insights

into the lives of real locals while supporting the

communities we visit.

Visit the iconic Taj Mahal, Agra,

India

Learn to dance Bollywood-style in

a Mumbai studio, India&Do them on: Eternal India p.62

Experience the energy of Phuket’s

famed Bangla Road, Thailand

Zip around Chiang Mai’s street

food scene on a Vespa, Thailand&Do them on: Total Thailand p.42

Explore the ancient temples of

Miyajima, Japan

Experience the famous Robot

Restaurant show, Tokyo, Japan&Do them on: Japan Unrivalled p.54

PLAY SOCCER WITH LOCALS, KOH PANYEE, THAILAND @DONPATERSON24

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Whether you want to get your

good vibes from thrill seeking

adventures or restorative

yoga, here are just a few of the

wellness and active experiences

you can do with us.

WELLNESS & ACT IVE EXPERIENCES

How to feel good on the road

breatheROOFTOP YOGA Udaipur, India

Nothing compliments yoga more

than tranquility of overlooking

a majestic lake stretching out

into the horizon. A yoga class

in Udaipur, India, allows you to

soak up all that scenery while

discovering your inner nirvana -

the perfect way to feel good

inside and out.

Do it on: Eternal India p.62

soakTAKE A MUD BATHNha Trang, Vietnam

Go for mother nature’s premium

spa experience at Nha Trang’s

world-famous mud baths. With a

combination of geothermal heat

and volcanic mud, they relieve

muscle pains, soften your skin and

improve circulation.

Do it on: Big Indochina Adventure p.34

sweatMUAY THAI CLASS Chiang Mai

There’s no better place to learn

‘the art of 8 limbs’ than in the

rolling hills of Chiang Mai. Meeting

the local, expert Thai boxers, you’ll

get a rigorous - but beginner-

friendly - intro to the sport,

focusing on fitness, strength and

self-defence skills.

Do it on: Asian Adventure p.32SWIM IN ERAWAN FALLS, THAILAND

MEET LOCAL MONKS, LAOS @JENROSEPHOTOS

MUAY THAI CLASS, CHIANG MAI, THAILAND @TOURSWITHMATT

GIVING ALMSLuang Prabang, Laos

The UNESCO listed Luang Prabang

has an alms-giving ceremony

that’s a longstanding tradition. As

the sun rises we sit and offer fruit

and traditional snacks to the local

monks as they depart the beautiful

temples.

Do it on: Cambodia & Laos Uncovered p.30

EAT WITH LOCALS Cooking demonstration & local family Dinner, Jaipur, India

See exactly what goes into making all

of your Indian faves, as a local family

prepares our dinner. Count the piles of

colourful spices as they’re added into

the mix & let the smell of them frying

whet your appetite for dinner, when

we’ll all sit down together & tuck in.


THE COOKING CLASS

Create your own Okonomiyaki in Hiroshima, Japan

Watch the masters make this savoury pancake

fried with noodles, egg, vegetables & a whole

bunch of other fillings. Then it’s your turn to

concoct this crazy fusion of ingredients, & put your

teppan skills to the test.

Do it on: Japan Unrivalled p.54CULTURAL FEASTS

Indulge in a Chinese dumpling banquet

Discover the delicate art of the perfect

dumpling as you try 16 different types

at the Xi-an Tang Dynasty Dumpling

Banquet and show. They say you are

what you eat, and it’s likely you’ll leave

this banquet at least feeling as plump

and stuffed as the dumplings themselves.

Do it on: China Adventure p.56

The best thing about India has to be those little moments - the taste of a warm fresh chai at dawn in a bustling Mumbai newspaper alley and the welcoming smiles of the Sikh community as you sit to eat with them in their temple.

Sonia Diab, Eternal India on

When you travel, food isn’t just fuel - it’s an

experience, a memory and something that

tastes better with friends. That’s our Munch food

philosophy, and it informs all of the incredible

foodie experiences you can do with us.


FREE TIME TIP

If you’re a caffeine fiend like me, you’ll adore

Vietnam. Vietnamese coffee is found on almost

every street corner & uses a dollop of sweet

condensed milk that makes it go really well with

a fresh pastry.

TaliaTrip Manager@taliajane

FOOD EXPERIENCES

To travel is to eat

STREET FOOD, BANGKOK, THAILAND

NOODLES, SINGAPORE

MARKET LUNCH, PENANG, MALAYSIA

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Eat like a local with Contiki Trip Manager Eleanor’s guide to what to order across Asia

Vietnam: Pho, Bun Bo Hue,

Rice Paper Rolls

India: Masala Dosa,

Chicken Biryani, Chaat, Chai

Japan: Sushi, Sashimi,

Ramen, Miso Soup

Nepal: Dal Bhat, Sel Roti,

Samosas, Momos

Cambodia: Fish Amok,

Banana Blossom Salad,

Kampot Crab

Thailand: Pad Thai,

Papaya Salad, Tom Yum

Soup

Malaysia: Nasi Kerabu,

Curry Laksa, Chee Cheong

Fun

The most important meal of the day: breakfast is included, most days.

We include local dinners so you can taste the delicious variety of Asian food, from dumplings to curries and everything in between.

You’ll have free time to explore a destination’s local eats, with expert tips from our Trip Managers.

With our optional foodie Free Time Add-Ons, you’ll dine in the homes of locals & have cultural feasts with your Contiki fam.

Take a cooking class and learn how to make Pad Thai in Chiang Mai or roll your own sushi in Japan

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Here’s my guide to what you have to try when you visit Asia.

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ICECREAM SANDWICH, SINGAPORE

LOCAL SPICES, DELHI, INDIA



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Travelling consciously is about treading lightly,

giving something back to the communities you visit

and gaining a fresh perspective. Here are some of

the conscious travel experiences you can do with us.

Eat at the Tree Alliance Restaurant, CambodiaTeaching valuable skills to

former street kids.

Visit Panda Breeding Centre, ChinaProtecting and preserving the

lives of pandas

Visit Lanta Animal Welfare & Rescue centre, Koh LantaAnd meet the dogs & cats for

adoption at this non-profit

animal home

Visit Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Centre, Sri LankaHelping to prevent poaching

of turtle eggs

Visit Wildlife SOS Elephant Rescue Centre in India

A TreadRight & Contiki Cares-

supported project, where

travellers can meet over 20

rescued elephants

Visit Hong Ngoc Fine Arts Company, VietnamProviding artistic training & jobs

to local people with disabilities

PANDA BREEDING CENTRE, CHENGDU, CHINA @JVANSCHOON

MEET ELEPHANTS AT A SANCTUARY, THAILAND @ELLA_DOYLE


A fresh perspective on travel

And some more experiences you’ll do with us:

Travelling consciously is about treading lightly,

giving something back to the communities you visit

and gaining a fresh perspective. Here are some of

the conscious travel experiences you can do with us.

TURTLE CONSERVATION IN KOSGODA, SRI LANKA @LASH2LASHES

MEET THE ARTISANS OF OCK POP TOCK, LAOS

ELEPHANT NATURE PARKChiang Mai, ThailandThe Elephant Nature Park is constantly rescuing

and rehabilitating elephants, allowing you to

meet, greet, feed and bathe with these awe-

inspiring animals. This is your best opportunity to

interact with elephants without exploiting them.

Do it on: Northern Thai Highlights p.40

OCK POP TOCK Luang Prabang, LaosThis growing community supports the artisans of

Laos. Founded in 2000 by 5 female weavers, the

project is founded on the principles of fair trade

and sustainable business practices, leading the

way in ethical fashion. Now, we visit and support

these remarkable women as they create vibrant

textiles using traditional methods.

Do it on: Cambodia & Laos Uncovered p.30

DHONK CENTRE Rajasthan, IndiaThe craft centre of Dhonk makes the link

between poaching and a lack of economic

opportunities for the local people. By hiring and

giving skills training to the wives of ex-poachers,

it supports families who have been removed

from the park, while helping you to do your bit to

save India’s magnificent national animal.


The care for animals, people

and the environment Contiki

encourages is amazing!

Rhys Taylor, Northern Thai Highlights

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TREE ALLIANCE FOUNDATION Cambodia This not-for-profit organisation helps young

people out of poverty through the power of

food. They educate at-risk young people and

give them hands-on training and skills to thrive in

the tourism and hospitality industry. The food at

their Cambodian restaurant is delicious, and the

staff are the friendliest you’ll ever meet.

Do it on: Big Indochina Adventure p.34

You’ll use eDocs for all your travel documents, & then we plant a tree in your name to fight against deforestation.

With a Contiki water bottle, tap water is safe to drink all around the world - so there’s no need for single use plastics.

Recycle your waste by using the collection bags on all our coaches.

When you travel by train, you’ll be on one of the most sustainable forms of transport on the continent.

You’ll support the communities you visit during your trip, as we work with local suppliers.

Our Contiki tote bags, available on trip, are made locally, so you can reduce your plastic consumption, and support local makers.

The Practical stuff

An unforgettable volunteering experience in Rajasthan’s rural

countryside, where you gain rare insights into India’s culture,

communities and natural beauty while supporting a sustainable

international development project.

DAYS 4 | MEALS 7 | ACCOMMODATION 3 NIGHTS

Trip SpotlightME to WE India

RELAX WITH SOME MORNING YOGATo focus the mind before a day

of rewarding work.

SIT WITH THE WOMEN’S CIRCLE And trade stories with the

inspirational local women

who are working hard for their

community.

MAKE YOUR MARKFrom helping to build schools

to repairing wells, this trip helps

you truly have a positive impact

on local communities.

WITNESS TRADITIONAL PERFORMANCES In the evenings you’ll enjoy

dinner all together as you watch

local dancers and musicians.

What you’ll do

LOCAL WOMEN, ARAVELLI, INDIA @HEYNADINE

LEARN ABOUT PRINTING TECHNIQUES AT DHONK CENTRE, RAJASTHAN, INDIA

MEET LOCALS, @HEYNADINE

HELP TO BUILD LOCAL PLACES, LIKE SCHOOLS @HEYNADINE

ARAVELLI LODGE, @HEYNADINE

MEET THE KIDS WHO ATTEND SCHOOLS BUILT BY METOWE, @HEYNADINE

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Make travel matter.Not just on your trip; we believe sustainable travel

matters all year round. With the help of our parent

company, The Travel Corporation, we work with the

TreadRight foundation to support key projects globally.

Our mission is to do our bit in three key ways, protecting

people, wildlife and the planet we share. See all of

TreadRight’s projects at treadright.org

We respect local cultures and champion

traditional heritage, working together with the

local communities and artisans we visit.

IRAQ AL -AMIR WOMEN’S COOPERATIVEThis cooperative helps women become

financially independent while preserving local

heritage and handicraft skills, such as pottery

and weaving. Managed and run by local

women, it has provided training for more than

150 women from all the villages of Wadi Seer

on traditional handicrafts, which are then sold

in the cooperative’s gift shop.

We support and educate on ethical animal

experiences and protect the world’s most

at-risk wildlife from extinction.

WILDLIFE SOS ELEPHANT HOSPITALLocated in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, the

Wildlife SOS centre is the only elephant

hospital in India. It helps elephants living

in urban environments that are wounded,

malnourished and dehydrated, or those being

used illegally and commercially under deprived

conditions, offering medical services to

elephants in need, and training their handlers

on humane treatment and management.

In our offices and on the road, we think green

with our policies, products and practices,

committed to keeping our planet safe.

TAKE 3 FOR THE SEA INITIATIVE, AUSTRALIA#Take3fortheSea is a movement with one clear

objective: to reduce and eventually eliminate

plastic pollution. Founded in Bondi (around

the corner from Contiki Australia’s HQ), the

movement has grown in momentum and

inspired beach clean ups in 125+ countries.

The idea is simple - whenever you leave the

beach or a waterway, take 3 pieces of rubbish

with you to save them from ending up in our

oceans. We aim to collect 23,000 pieces of

plastic this year. Who’s with us?

Treadright Ambassador Celine Cousteau’s tips for sustainable travel

1. Keep up the good work

You say no to straws and use a waterbottle at home,

so keep doing what you do at home, abroad.

2. Spend your travel money wisely

Do what you can to spend your money with

sustainable & ethical suppliers. Or consider donating

to a charity thats local to the places you visit.

3. Keep travelling & tread lightly

Travel is the best thing any of us can do. It opens our

eyes to new cultures & builds shared respect, so tread

lightly & keep travelling.

Hear all her tips on the Contiki

Podcast, Out Of Office

L - R: CELINE COUSTEAU VISITS THE IRAQ AL AMIR WOMEN’S COOPERATIVE, JORDAN, @CELINECOUSTEAU; CHRISTIE BRINKLEY VISITS THE WILDLIFE SOS CENTRE, INDIA @CHRISTIEBRINKLEY; TAKE 3 FOR THE SEA COLLECTION, @TAKE3FORTHESEA

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Thanks to Contiki my Asia trip was one of the best holidays I have ever been on. Got to meet so many great people and everything is run so smoothly and well thought out.

Cathryn, Asian Adventure

Ready to book? We’ve got your back.

You could do it yourself, but it’d be less fun (and more expensive)

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Book 2 or more trips together & you’ll get up to

Both trips must be 7 days or longer &

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can save up to 5% off your next Contiki!

NEW RELEASE DEALS

See your travel agent or contiki.com/deals for

savings of up to

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nice and early.

BOOK NOW, PAY LATER

You have up to 45 days before the

start of your trip to pay in full.

US$200 TO LOCK IT IN

You only need a US$200 deposit

to lock in your spot. Some trips

book out well in advance so lock it

in as early as you can.

Put down as little as US$50 to

secure your second trip, if you

book two or more trips at once.

The facts: All discounts are subject to availability & may be withdrawn at any point without notice, see contiki.com/deals for the most up-to-date terms and conditions. All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, National Park fees, trek permits, extra accommodation, festival tickets, any optional activities). Your trip price does not include the costs of international flights that start or end your trip. New Release Deals do not apply to bookings within 45 days of departure. See contiki.com/deals for full terms and conditions. Your first trip must be 7 days or longer in order to be eligible for a $50 second-trip deposit. With FlexDeposit, the value of the original deposit can be used towards booking a new trip. The original deposit refers to the trip deposit only and excludes any additional deposits such as the Gorilla Trek permits or flights. FlexDeposit only applies to full priced deposits (not second trip deposits of $50 or promotional low deposits). See full terms and conditions for FlexDeposit on p.83. It is possible to use a Loyalty Discount with a Multi-trip Discount on the same booking, however only one 5% discount will be applied per trip. You can combine the New Release Deals, Loyalty Discount and the Multi-Trip Discount on trips of 7 days or longer. Multiple discounts are added incrementally and not as a total amount off the gross price. The Multi-Trip Discount will be applied to the lower priced of your two (or more) trips, please contact Contiki or your travel agent to apply relevant discounts when booking your trip.

CHANGE OF PLANS

Our FlexDeposit Guarantee means

your deposit is transferable to any

other trip (without any fees), or

any one of our TTC sister brands,

(if you turn 36 before

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See contiki.com/flexdeposit for

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See it all do it all

• Experience many countries and

cultures on one trip

• Lots of unique travel experiences

included in the cost of your trip

• Local and central 3&4 star hotels,

Special Stays & beach resorts

See Discoverer trips from p.26

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

Go local

• Explore one country or region in-depth

• Lots of included travel experiences

centred around cultural immersion

• Local and central 3&4 star hotels, Special

Stays & beach resorts

See In-Depth Trips from p.36

Here are our three main travel styles for exploring Asia:

Name: James Age: 23

Trip: Asian Adventure p.32

Reason for doing the trip? I’d backpacked

around Europe but wasn’t sure about my

solo skills in Asia. That’s why this trip was

perfect. Everything was sorted and I made

instant friends.

Highlights of the trip? Bathing with

elephants in Kanchanaburi! It was nice

to know that it was a sanctuary and the

animals weren’t being exploited.

Name: Amy Age: 29

Trip: Pure Sri Lanka p.64

Reason for doing the trip? I’ve wanted

to go for ages, but was daunted about

exploring on my own. This trip seemed like

really good value and I felt I really knew the

country well by the time I left, plus I made

loads of new friends.

Highlights of the trip? I had seen the

classic hang-out-of-the-train shot and loved

being able to recreate it myself - the scenery

was absolutely beautiful!

Find your travel style

TRAVEL ST YLES

Travel means lots of different

things to different people. That’s

why we’ve split our trips into

three distinct travel styles. These

help you to find the right trip for

you, with flexibility around the

places you’ll go, the amount of

free time you’ll have, the number

of included experiences, the type

of accommodation, range of

budgets, and even group size.

MEET A DISCOVERER TRAVELLER

MEET AN IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TRAVELLER

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Snow. Sleep. Repeat

• Hit the world famous slopes of Hakuba

with your Contiki pals

• Stay in a cosy chalet on the mountain

village, with its own Onsen spring

• Choose from 4 day or 6 day Ski options

• Ski runs for every level of experience

See Ski & Snowboard Trips from p.66

Name: Luke Age: 26

Trip: Japan Winter Wonder PLUS 4 day ski p.68

Reason for doing the trip? I’ve always

wanted to explore Japan in general, but as a

snowboarder the fact that I could add a ski

section to my trip made this a no brainer!

Highlights of the trip? Tokyo was incredible

but the highlight has to be Hakuba. I’d

heard it was one of the best ski spots in the

world but it blew me away. I even got to chill

out in an Onsen hot spring after a session.

MEET A SKI & SNOWBOARD TRAVELLER

KOH SAMUI, THAILAND @BRONTE_BARRATT

VISIT HA LONG BAY, VIETNAM @JT_JENKINS

WALK THE WALLS OF THE AMBER FORT, JAIPUR, INDIA

WANDER STREETS OF HOI AN, VIETNAM @NIKKISTUART_

GARDENS BY THE BAY, SINGAPORE

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HANG OUT ON LOCAL STREET ART, PENANG, MALAYSIA

FLOATING RAFT HUTS, KHAO SOK, THAILAND @MARLENSHIS

COOKING CLASS, CHIANG MAI, THAILANDFLOATING RAFT HOTEL, KANCHANABURI, THAILAND @TRAVELWITHGRACES

STREET FOOD, PENANG, MALAYSIAHAWKER HALL LUNCH, SINGAPORE

DRINK TEA, CAMERON HIGHLANDS, MALAYSIA @GABBIBROWN

Cambodia & Laos Uncovered p.30

Asian Adventure p.32

ON A BUDGET

Asian Adventure p.32

Bangkok to Singapore Adventure p.28

MOST POPULAR

Big Indochina Adventure p.34

Bangkok to Singapore Adventure p.28

3+ COUNTRIES

These are the best Discoverer trips for:

NOUVO CITY HOTEL, BANGKOK

QUAD BIKING, CAMBODIA @SINEADMURRAY_

VISIT TEMPLES, VIETNAM @TAYLHA__ROESLER

HAVE FOODIE EXPERIENCES LIKE

DO THINGS LIKE:

SLEEP IN PLACES LIKE:

SEE IT ALL, DO IT ALL

If you’re equal parts cultural explorer and

bucket-list ticker, our Discoverer trips are for

you. The perfect travel style for those looking

for both iconic sights and local experiences,

these trips will take you across Asia from the

paradise islands of South Thailand to the

temples of Cambodia, with quality hotels and

heaps of incredible experiences included in

the cost of your trip.

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3-4 star hotels

12 breakfasts (B)

2 lunches (L)

2 dinners (D)

All private coach transport,

1 internal flight, ferry & an

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24 average group size Trip Manager & English

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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

F Take a guided tour of Bangkok’s Royal Palace & feed the fish in the local klongs (canals)

• Tour the temples & check out the famous street art in Georgetown, Penang

• Take a tour of Malaysia’s lush tea plantations in the Cameron Highlands

• Stay in a jungle tree house surrounded by the tropical gardens & lush lakeside forest of Khao Sok

• Visit Kuala Lumpur’s hotspots including the Petronas Towers on a guided city tour

• Taste a selection of traditionally steamed dishes at a ‘Steamboat’ dinner in the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

• Paddle past the limestone karsts of Khao Sok National Park on a canoe tour

F Sunset Dinner Cruise F Half Day Islands Cruise

• Want to avoid buying plastic bottles in Asia? Before you set off from Bangkok, pick up our travel-friendly Contiki water bottle with advanced filtration system for unlimited clean, safe drinking water on your trip

Walk the colourful streets of Georgetown, Penang

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GET DECOR INSPO IN SINGAPORE SEE THE LUSH PLANTATIONS OF THE CAMERON HIGHLANDS, MALAYSIA @SINEADMURRAY_

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DAY 1 BANGKOKHot, hustling, & completely addictive, Bangkok will lure us in & play host to our first day on tour. You'll have time to unwind & enjoy the hotel before we unite & get acquainted. Hotel

DAY 2 OVERNIGHT TRAIN TO SURAT THANIThis morning why not opt to view the intricacies of the Grand Palace of Bangkok as they are peeled back by a Local Guide, or if that's not your thing, dig into some street food or indulge in a Thai massage. Come evening we'll be riding the comfortable overnight train to Surat Thani. (B)

Overnight Train Special Stay

F Grand Palace Guided Tour

DAY 3 KHAO SOKSoon after arriving in Surat Thani, we'll be canoeing down the Sok River, stopping for bamboo tea & monkey spotting. We'll make our way into the Khao Sok jungle where our treetop accommodation awaits. Time here will be spent enjoying the river by swim or tube, & taking in limestone cliffs with a fresh juice in hand. (L)

Jungle Tree House Special Stay

• Entrance to Khao Sok National Park

• Canoe Tour of Khao Sok National Park

DAY 4 KHAO SOKToday's adventure takes us to the Cheow Larn Lake & our raft hut accommodation for the evening. By day we'll cruise the oldest lake in Southern Thailand, kayaking, swimming &

soaking up the sun. By night we'll be treated to a feast prepared by local families while the sun sets on another day in this jungle paradise. (B,L,D)

Floating Raft Huts Special Stay

• Day Cruise on Lake Cheow Larn

DAYS 5 - 6 KRABI (AO NANG)Whether you choose to lay poolside armed with coconuts & cocktails or get out to visit the Tiger Cave Temple & roam the markets, Krabi will enchant. Monkeys, sunsets & pretty island vistas – you may never want to leave. Hotel (B)(B)

F Half Day Islands Cruise

DAYS 7 - 8 LANGKAWIHeading south along the Thai peninsula, we'll arrive in Satun, where a ferry ride will land us in an untapped archipelago & a new country - Malaysia. For two days we will be free to lose sense of time amidst the slanted palm trees, teal waters & mountainous backdrop of Langkawi Island. Hotel (B)(B)

F Sunset Dinner Cruise

DAY 9 PENANGOffering the perfect contrast to island tranquility, Penang will change the pace with its bright lights & sensory delights. We'll devour a fusion of Indian, Chinese & Malaysian street food & absorb the history of the UNESCO marked city. Hotel (B)

DAY 10 CAMERON HIGHLANDSMoving on from Penang we'll arrive amidst the wild

guava & chirping birds of Malaysia's Cameron Highlands. Here we'll indulge in a traditional 'Steamboat' dinner using the unique steam cooking method famous in the area. Hotel (B,D)

• Tour of Temples & street art in Georgetown

• Included 'Steamboat' dinner in the Cameron Highlands

DAYS 11 - 12 KUALA LUMPURThis morning we'll be frolicking about with a tea plantation tour & sightseeing of the local area, before breathing in our final gulps of fresh highland air, it's then onto the city vibes of Kuala Lumpur, where we'll spend the next 2 nights exploring the city. Hotel (B)(B)

• Tea Plantation Tour • City sightseeing of Kuala Lumpur

F Visit Batu Caves

DAY 13 SINGAPOREAfter a short flight out of Malaysia we'll land in the immaculate Asian metropolis that is Singapore. Our last night together will be open to opportunities; waterside cocktails at Marina Bay Sands being one of the most tempting. Hotel (B)

DAY 14 SINGAPOREOur time together will wrap up in the arms of Singapore's skyscrapers. We'll say heartfelt goodbyes before going our separate ways, leaving with a deep & unwavering appreciation for this special Asian region. (B)

END 9AM SINGAPORE

FLOATING RAFT HUTS SPECIAL STAY, KHAO SOKFor your 2 nights in the spellbinding Khao Sok National Park, you’ll stay in Floating Raft Huts along with Jungle Treehouses. The perfect launching pads to swim, explore and relax, you’ll be nestled between forests and tropical gardens, as well as the beautiful lake.

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available (only applicable in hotels). A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Bangkok & ends approx. 9:00am in Singapore. These trips will be in Thailand for Songkran (Thai New Year & water festival). Trip spends Xmas in Krabi & NYE in Kuala Lumpur. Arrival transfers to your hotel are available. To purchase, speak to your travel agent or visit contiki.com/transfers. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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The one that explores colonial architecture & ancient ruins over 9 days

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• Marvel at the cascading beauty of Kuang Si Waterfall

• Go temple hopping at the majestic Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm at Siem Reap

• Take a scenic drive to Vang Vieng

• Take part in a ritual morning ceremony offering alms (food) to Buddhist Monks in Luang Prabang, Laos

• Dinner at the Friends TREE Alliance Restaurant in Phnom Penh, a social enterprise serving up delicious local cuisine

F Explore Vang Vieng by river with a kayaking & caving experience

F Take a sunset Quad Biking adventure through the Cambodian countryside in Siem Reap

• Explore the French colonial influences of UNESCO-listed Luang Prabang on two wheels with a bicycle ride

• Visit the COPE Support Centre in Vientiane, Laos, providing prosthetic limbs & support for local people with disabilities

• Visit the Ock Pop Tok Centre, supporting local female textile artisans in Laos

Get face-to-face with history at Angkor Wat, Siem Reap @amberbayani

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START 6PM LUANG PRABANG

DAY 1 LUANG PRABANGAfter checking in to the hotel & getting comfortable, we'll join up, get acquainted, & begin taking in the sites of this UNESCO listed city. Hotel

DAY 2 LUANG PRABANGEarly risers will be rewarded by the sacred Laotian ritual of offering alms (food) to Buddhist Monks. Later we will explore Luang Prabang by bike, visiting the TreadRight supported Ock Pop Tock Centre for Artisans. Hotel (B)

• Visit Wat Xieng Thong Temple

• Bike ride around Luang Prabang

• Visit Ock Pop Tock Centre for Local Artisans (TreadRight partner)

• Witness a Buddhist Alms Giving

F Kuang Si Waterfall Visit

DAYS 3 - 4 VANG VIENGLimestone karsts & delicious Lao Pancakes will be waiting in Vang Vieng after a scenic overland journey. We'll find swimming holes, explore caves & watch the sun drop behind the mountains on two blissful nights in this town. Hotel (B,L)(B)

• Scenic drive to Vang Vieng

F Kayaking & Caving Experience

DAY 5 VIENTIANEThe quaint capital of Laos will greet us with warmth & Mekong charm. Here in Vientiane we'll see sights like Pha That Luang stupa, & visit the COPE centre – a local charity working with land mine victims. Hotel (B)

• Visit Luang Stupa & Patuxi

• Visit to COPE Support Centre

DAY 6 PHNOM PENHA short flight will land us amidst the shy smiles & tree-lined streets of Phnom Penh. We'll learn of the horrific Khmer Rouge rule at the ‘Killing Fields' & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, before having the mood lightened by a life changing TREE Alliance restaurant. Hotel (B,D)

• Visit the "Killing Fields" & Genocide Museum

• Dinner at a Tree Alliance Restaurant

DAYS 7 - 8 SIEM REAPFlying out of Phnom Penh we'll arrive in Siem Reap, home of Angkor Wat, the bustling Pub Street & traditional markets. On day-8 we'll journey through dawn's hours to catch the first rays of sunlight on the town's jungle tangled spiritual masterpiece. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm

F Quad Biking at sunset

DAY 9 SIEM REAPAfter one final breakfast together, our trip will come to an end. We'll dive into a bout of goodbyes before leaving armed with a mosaic of magic memories. (B)

END 9AM SIEM REAP

SEE THE SUNRISE AT ANGKOR WAT, CAMBODIA Seeing Angkor Wat lit up with a golden sunrise is an unforgettable sight. Make everyone on your feed jealous as you capture this monumental labyrinth at its most stunning. Then grab a coffee - you've got a full day of temple-hopping ahead of you.

WHEN CAN I GO?

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The places you visit & travel to & the experiences that you get along the way on this trip are just mind blowing, from bike riding the street in Luang Prabang to sipping Angkor beer on pub street.

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Jan 14 Jan 22 Mar 07 Mar 15 May16 May24 Aug 01 Aug 09 Oct 24 Nov 01 Dec 19 Dec 27 Jan 16 Jan 24 Mar 20 Mar 28

Jan 18 Jan 26 Mar 14 Mar 22 May30 Jun 07 Aug 15 Aug 23 Oct 31 Nov 08 Dec 22 Dec 30 Jan 23 Jan 31 Mar 27 Apr 04

Jan 21 Jan 29 Mar 21 Mar 29 Jun 13 Jun 21 Aug 29 Sep 06 Nov 07 Nov 15 Dec 26 Jan 03 Jan 30 Feb 07 Apr 03 Apr 11

Jan 25 Feb 02 Mar 28 Apr 05 Jun 20 Jun 28 Sep 12 Sep 20 Nov 14 Nov 22 Dec 29 Jan 06 Feb 06 Feb 14

Feb 01 Feb 09 Apr 04 Apr 12 Jun 27 Jul 05 Sep 19 Sep 27 Nov 21 Nov 29 2021 Feb 13 Feb 21

Feb 08 Feb 16 Apr 11 Apr 19 Jul 04 Jul 12 Sep 26 Oct 04 Nov 28 Dec 06 Jan 02 Jan 10 Feb 20 Feb 28

Feb 15 Feb 23 Apr 18 Apr 26 Jul 11 Jul 19 Oct 03 Oct 11 Dec 05 Dec 13 Jan 05 Jan 13 Feb 27 Mar 07

Feb 22 Mar 01 Apr 25 May03 Jul 18 Jul 26 Oct 10 Oct 18 Dec 12 Dec 20 Jan 09 Jan 17 Mar 06 Mar 14

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Luang Prabang & ends approx. 9:00am in Siem Reap. These trips will be in Laos for Pi-Mai Lao (Laos New Year & water festival). Trip spends Xmas in Siem Reap. Trip spends Xmas in Vang Vieng. Trip spends Xmas in Pakbeng & NYE in Phnom Penh.

Trip spends NYE in Vang Vieng. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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The one that covers Thailand, Cambodia & Laos in 2 weeks

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• Visit infamous Death Railway & the Bridge on the beautiful River Kwai, Kanchanaburi

• Go temple hopping at the majestic Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm at Siem Reap

• Guesthouse Special stay in Pakbeng

• Take part in a ritual morning ceremony offering alms (food) to Buddhist Monks in Luang Prabang, Laos

• Swim in the breathtaking Erawan waterfalls in Thailand

F Zip around Chiang Mai’s street food scene on an evening Vespa food tour

F Learn the secrets of Thai Cooking at Chiang Mai

• Enjoy an authentic family- style dinner at Jungle Rafts

F Explore Vang Vieng by river with a kayaking & caving experience

F Take a sunset Quad Biking adventure through the Cambodian countryside in Siem Reap

F Practise ‘the art of eight limbs’ in a Muay Thai class in Chiang Mai

• Visit the COPE Support Centre in Vientiane, Laos

• Play with elephants at the Sai Yok Elephant Haven in Kanchanaburi


Meet the locals at the Grand Palace, Bangkok

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This trip is a section of our larger trip 27-day Big Indochina Adventure (see p.34.) This means some of the group will continue once your trip

START 6PM BANGKOK

DAY 1 BANGKOKHot, hustling, & completely addictive, Bangkok will lure us in & play host to our first day on tour. You'll have time to unwind & enjoy the hotel before we unite & get acquainted. Hotel

DAY 2 KANCHANABURIAfter a visit to the Grand Palace & a long tail boat ride, we'll change our pace & move from Bangkok to the calmer scene of the River Kwai. Here in Kanchanaburi we'll learn the art of living off the grid & spend a night drifting on a jungle raft. (B,D)

Floating Raft Special Stay

• Royal Palace guided tour & Khlong tour with fish feeding

DAY 3 KANCHANABURIWe'll wake up in jungle paradise, & start our day with a visit to the notorious Death Railway & see the bridge over the River Kwai. Later, we'll head to a local elephant sanctuary to see how the rescued elephants are cared for. Hotel (B,L)

• Death Railway Museum, Second World War Cemetery & the Bridge on the River Kwai

• Visit Sai Yok Elephant Sanctuary

DAY 4 OVERNIGHT TRAIN (AYUTTHAYA - CHIANG MAI)We'll start our day with a visit to the breathtaking Erawan Falls for a quick dip before we stop in the UNESCO listed city of Ayutthaya. We'll grab bikes & cycle past rice paddies, temples & quaint villages before we board our overnight train to Chiang Mai. (B)


• Visit Erawan Waterfalls • Bike tour in Ayutthaya

DAYS 5 - 6 CHIANG MAIOur last destination in Thailand will entertain us with buzzing night markets, an exotic Old Quarter, & a dazzling line up of temples. In between sites you can feast on the intense flavours of northern Thai food, inhaling an abundance of lemongrass, chili & coconut. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit Doi Su Thep Temple F Thai Cooking Class & Market Visit

F Muay Thai class F After dark vespa tour

DAY 7 PAKBENGTaking a border hop we'll cross out of Thailand & into Laos. After collecting our passport stamps we'll journey to Pakbeng, taking part of the trip by river cruise on a local boat. Remote, traditional, & endlessly charming, Pakbeng is a true traveller's dream. (B,L,D)

Guest house Special Stay • River cruise on a local boat

DAYS 8 - 9 LUANG PRABANGEarly risers will be rewarded by the sacred Laotian ritual of offering alms (food) to Buddhist Monks. Later we will explore Luang Prabang by bike, visiting the TreadRight supported Ock Pop Tock Centre for Artisans. Hotel (B,L)(B)


• Visit Ock Pop Tock Centre for Local Artisans (Treadright partner)


• Visit Pak Ou Caves • Witness a Buddhist Alms Giving

F Kuang Si waterfall visit

DAYS 10 - 11 VANG VIENGLimestone karsts & delicious Lao Pancakes will be waiting in Vang Vieng after a scenic overland journey. We'll find swimming holes, explore caves & watch the sun drop behind the mountains on two blissful nights in this town. Hotel (B,L)(B)



DAY 12 VIENTIANEThe quaint capital of Laos will greet us with warmth & Mekong charm. Here in Vientiane we'll see sights like Pha That Luang stupa, & lend a hand at the COPE centre – a local charity working with land mine victims. Hotel (B)


• Visit to COPE Support Centre

DAY 13 PHNOM PENHA short flight will land us amidst the shy smiles & tree-lined streets of Phnom Penh. We'll learn of the horrific Khmer Rouge rule at the ‘Killing Fields' & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, before having the mood lightened by a life changing TREE Alliance restaurant. Hotel (B,D)

• Visit the ‘Killing Fields' & Genocide Museum

• Dinner at a TREE Alliance restaurant

DAYS 14 - 15 SIEM REAPFlying out of Phnom Penh we'll arrive in Siem Reap, home of Angkor Wat, the bustling Pub Street & traditional markets. On day-15 we'll journey through dawn's hours to catch the first rays of sunlight on the town's jungle tangled spiritual masterpiece. Hotel (B)(B)


F Quad Biking at Sunset

DAY 16 SIEM REAPOur trip will wrap up in Siem Reap shortly after our final team breakfast. We'll go our separate ways after saying somber goodbyes & making sincere plans to organise a reunion tour. (B)

END 9AM SIEM REAP

SAI YOK ELEPHANT SANCTUARYOn this trip you'll have the chance to visit the Elephant Haven in Sai Yok - a highlight of the trip for lots of travellers - spending half a day here to learn more about the rescued elephants, their feeding & bathing habits, & what the Haven is doing to promote sustainable tourism.

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As a first visit to Thailand, Laos & Cambodia, the Asian Adventure allowed me to visit all the major sites I wanted to see & also have some experiences I didn't even know existed. The Jungle Raft Hotel on the River Kwai was probably my most memorable stay, & eating a Tarantula definitely ranks number 1 on my exotic food experiences!

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Feb 15 Mar 01 Apr 18 May03 Jul 11 Jul 26 Oct 03 Oct 18 Dec 05 Dec 20 Jan 02 Jan 17 Feb 27 Mar 14

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available (only applicable in hotels). A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Bangkok & ends approx. 9:00am in Siem Reap. These trips will be in Thailand for Songkran (Thai New Year & water festival) or Laos for Pi-Mai Lao (Laos New Year & water festival). Trip spends Xmas in Siem Reap. Trip spends Xmas in Vang Vieng. Trip spends Xmas in Pakbeng & NYE in Phnom Penh. Trip spends Xmas on Overnight Train & NYE in Vang Vieng. Trip spends NYE in Chiang Mai. Trip spends NYE in Kanchanaburi. Arrival transfers to your hotel are available. To purchase, speak to your travel agent or visit contiki.com/transfers. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger

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The one that's our biggest trip in South East Asia, an epic adventure from Bangkok to Hanoi in 27 days

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• Take a guided tour of Bangkok’s Royal Palace & feed the fish in the local klongs (canals)

• Discover an immense underground world at the Cu Chi war tunnels in Vietnam

• Experience a slice of local life staying at a riverside Mekong Delta homestay

• Take a leisurely cruise by local boat from Pakbeng along the Mekong river

F Get a taste of authentic Vietnam with a delicious Hue street food tour

F Learn how to whip up fresh Vietnamese food with a Hoi An cooking class

• Explore the French colonial influences of UNESCO-listed Luang Prabang on two wheels with a bicycle ride

F Paddle over the emerald waters of Halong Bay by kayak

• Spend half a day with playful rescue elephants at the Sai Yok Elephant Haven in Kanchanaburi


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START 6PM BANGKOK

DAY 1 BANGKOKHello Bangkok! You’ll have time to unwind & enjoy the hotel before we all get acquainted. Hotel

DAY 2 KANCHANABURIAfter a visit to the Grand Palace & a long tail boat ride, we’ll move to our floating Special Stay on the River Kwai. (B,D)

Floating Raft Special Stay • Grand Palace guided tour & Khlong tour

DAY 3 KANCHANABURIOur highlight today is a visit to the Sai Yok Elephant Haven. Cameras ready! Hotel (B,L)

• See Death Railway Museum, Second World War Cemetery & the Bridge on the River Kwai

• Visit Sai Yok Elephant Haven

DAY 4 OVERNIGHT TRAIN (AYUTTHAYA - CHIANG MAI)Today we’ll visit Erawan Falls before we board our overnight train to Chiang Mai. (B)


• Visit Erawan Waterfalls • Bike tour in Ayutthaya

DAYS 5 - 6 CHIANG MAIOur last destination in Thailand will entertain us with buzzing night markets, a charming Old Quarter, & temples. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit Doi Su Thep Temple F Thai Cooking Class & Market Visit

F Muay Thai Class F After dark vespa tour

DAY 7 PAKBENGWe’ll cross into Laos & on to Pakbeng, taking part of the trip by river cruise on a local boat. (B,L,D)

Guest house Special Stay • River cruise on a local boat

DAYS 8 - 9 LUANG PRABANGWe’ll be charmed by spiritual Luang Prabang. Hotel (B,L)(B)


• Visit Ock Pop Tock Centre for Local Artisans (TreadRight Partner)


• Visit Pak Ou Caves • Witness a Buddhist Alms Giving

F Kuang Si waterfall visit

DAYS 10 - 11 VANG VIENGLimestone karsts & delicious Lao pancakes will be waiting in Vang Vieng. Hotel (B,L)(B)



DAY 12 VIENTIANEThe quaint capital of Laos will greet us with warmth & Mekong charm. Hotel (B)


• Visit COPE support centre

DAY 13 PHNOM PENHA short flight will land us in Phnom Penh. Hotel (B,D)

• Visit the ‘Killing Fields’ & Genocide Museum

• Dinner at a TREE Alliance restaurant

DAYS 14 - 15 SIEM REAPWe’ll fly to Siem Reap, home of Angkor Wat. Hotel (B)(B)


F Quad Biking at Sunset

DAY 16 HO CHI MINHWe’ll explore Vietnam’s buzzing capital Hotel (B)

DAY 17 MEKONG DELTARise & shine for a journey to the Mekong Delta (B,L,D)

Guest house Special Stay • Mekong Delta fishing experience

• See local industry demonstrations

• Mekong Delta cruise

DAY 18 HO CHI MINHLeaving the Mekong after breakfast, we’ll journey back to Ho Chi Minh via the Cu Chi tunnels. Hotel (B)

• Visit to the Cu Chi tunnels

DAYS 19 - 20 NHA TRANGA flight takes us to the coastal resort town of Nha Trang. Hotel (B)(B)

• View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office & the Presidential Palace

• Visit the War Remnants Museum

F Cruise & swimming day trip

F Mud Bath & Hot Springs Experience

DAYS 21 - 22 HOI ANWe’ll arrive today in dreamy Hoi An. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit the town’s Old Quarter & Japanese covered bridge

• Guided bike ride through Hoi An’s UNESCO listed Ancient Town

F Tasty Vietnamese cooking class

F Marble Mountains Tour

DAY 23 HUEOnto the former imperial town of Hue Hotel (B)

• Cross the Hai Van Pass

• Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda & the Imperial Citadel

• Cyclo ride F Group photo at Hue’s Imperial Citadel

F Hue Street Food Walking Tour

DAY 24 HANOIFlying into Hanoi, we’ll settle into the Old Quarter. Hotel (B)

• Visit the Temple of Literature

DAY 25 HALONG BAYA Chinese style ‘junk boat’ will drift us around the limestone island setting of the Gulf of Tonkin. (B,L,D)

Junk Boat Special Stay • Visit the Sung Sot Caves

DAY 26 HANOIAfter a last bout of swimming & monkey spotting, we’ll head back to Hanoi for our final night. Hotel (B,L)

F Kayaking on Halong Bay

DAY 27 HANOIOur trip will wrap up shortly after breakfast, or choose to fly back to Bangkok for an additional charge. (B)

END 9AM HANOI

FLOATING JUNGLE RAFT HOTEL SPECIAL STAY, RIVER KWAI, KANCHANABURI This Special Stay along the River Kwai is a traveller's favourite & sees you staying in candlelit rooms on floating raft hotel rooms. Fancy a dip? Just jump from your balcony into the river below!

GOT MORE TIME?Got more time? Why not

add the Northern Vietnam

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available (only applicable in hotels). Please note the flight from Hanoi to Bangkok is optional & comes at an additional cost. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Bangkok & ends approx. 9:00am in Hanoi. These trips will be in Thailand for Songkran (Thai New Year & water festival) or Laos for Pi-Mai Lao (Laos New Year & water festival) or Vietnam for Tet (Vietnamese New Year). Trip spends Xmas in Hoi An & NYE in Hanoi (final day). Trip spends Xmas in Ho Chi Minh & NYE in Hanoi. Trip spends Xmas in Siem Reap & NYE in Nha Trang. Trip spends Xmas in Vang Vieng & NYE in Mekong Delta. Trip spends Xmas in Pakbeng & NYE in Phnom Penh. Trip spends Xmas on Overnight Train & NYE in Vang Vieng. Trip spends NYE in Chiang Mai. Trip spends NYE in Kanchanaburi. Arrival & departure transfers & return flight to Bangkok are available. To purchase, speak to your travel agent or visit contiki.com/transfers. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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Such a fun-fi lled experience. Being my fi rst Contiki, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I had one of the most amazing weeks! This trip is perfect for a short but enjoyable getaway, lots of nights out but also plenty of downtime. Would 100% do again.

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The one that will convince you to go west, visiting long time island faves, like Koh Phi Phi & Krabi & more...

START 6PM PHUKET

DAY 1 PHUKET Uniting in idyllic Phuket, we'll settle in to our hotel before having our first team pow wow. Wasting no time soaking up what this paradise has to offer, we'll get acquainted over the world famous nightlife of the area. Hotel

DAY 2 PHUKET When we're not bouncing through the neon light & energetic dance floors of Bangla Road, we'll be getting lost in the amazing sights & beautiful beaches lining the shores. Spend

your time bathing in the sun, checking out the shopping, or marvelling at Chinese architecture in Phuket Town, the choice is yours! Hotel (B)

DAYS 3 - 4 KOH PHI PHI After breakfast we'll hit the Andaman Sea, taking a ferry to Koh Phi Phi. We'll get orientated & settle in to our hotel before watching sunset from the island's highest vantage point. After two days of salt water & sunshine here, we'll be feeling downright glorious. Hotel (B, D) (B)

F Day on the Bay

DAYS 5 - 7 KRABI (AO NANG) Back on the Thai mainland we'll take in the island vistas from the charming setting of Krabi. Maybe opt to go rock climbing or out on a speed boat cruise. Local markets, cheap massages & sunset cocktails can reward us from all these adventurous activities. Hotel (B, D) (B) (B)

F Phang Nga Bay day cruise

F Half Day Rock Climbing

DAY 8 KRABI TO PHUKET Our trip will wrap up in

Phuket shortly after arriving back from Krabi. We'll cheers our final coconuts & go our separate ways, making sincere plans to organise a reunion tour. (B)

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WELLNESS & ACTIVE

F Scale the beachside cliffs of Krabi with a half day rock climbing experience

F Day Snorkeling on the Bay, Phi Phi

LOCAL

• Experience the colourful energy of Phuket’s famed Bangla Road

• See the iconic limestone karsts of the Thai islands

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 6:00pm in Phuket & ends approx. 1:00pm in Phuket. Please book flights out of Phuket after 2:30pm. This trip will be in Thailand for Songkran (Thai New Year & water festival).

This trip will spend Xmas in Krabi. This trip will spend Xmas in Phi Phi. This trip will spend NYE in Krabi. This trip will spend NYE in Phuket

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The one that delivers a tropical blend of heavenly beaches, divine food & full moon fun

START 6PM KOH SAMUI

DAY 1 KOH SAMUI Tropical, buzzing, & completely luxurious, Koh Samui will pull us in & wind us down without delay. After checking in to our hotel & having time to settle in, we'll get acquainted over the nightlife of Chaweng Beach. Hotel

DAYS 2 - 3 KOH SAMUI Slipping contently into island life, we'll have time to snorkel, swim & bathe in

the sun without interruption. Those keen for more can go explore, seeing a 15-metre golden Buddha statue & sampling local delicacies like coconut Penang curry & fresh mangosteen. Hotel (B) (B)

F Highlights of Samui Tour

DAYS 4 - 5 KOH TAO Though we can spot sea turtles in the waters of Koh Tao, hiking trails, seasonal waterfalls, & luscious mountains will encourage us to explore the land too. An

orientation walk & included beachside dinner will perfect our time on the island. Hotel (B, D) (B)

F Half-Day Island Cruise & Snorkelling Adventure

F Koh Tao Diving - Intro or Certifi ed

DAYS 6 - 8 KOH PHA NGAN From Koh Tao we'll journey to the home of the untameable full moon parties & the flawless paradise of sloping palm trees that is Koh Pha Ngan. Take a few more traditional

Thai massages & lounge at the beach, making the most of our last few days on island time. (B, D) (B) (B)

Bungalow Special Stay F Day Cruise to Ang Thong Marine Park

DAY 9 KOH SAMUI Our trip will wrap up in Koh Samui shortly after our last team breakfast. We'll cheers our final coconuts & go our separate ways, making sincere plans to organise a reunion tour. (B)

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F Explore the wonders of Koh Samui with a Jeep Safari

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F Grab a snorkel & hit the seas on an island cruise & snorkelling adventure, Koh Phangan

F Scuba dive in the crystal clear waters of Koh Tao

WHEN CAN I GO?

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 6:00pm in Koh Samui & ends approx. 1:00pm in Koh Samui. It is suggested to book flights after 2:30pm. These trips will be in Koh Pha Ngan for Full Moon Parties. These trips will be in Thailand for Songkran (Thai New Year & water festival). Trip spends Xmas in Koh Phangan. Trip spends Xmas in Koh Tao. Trip spends NYE in Koh Samui. Although every effort has been made to ensure that trip dates above coincide with Full Moon Parties, dates may occasionally change at short notice due to Buddhist holidays. Arrival transfers to your hotel are available. To purchase, speak to your travel agent or visit contiki.com/transfers.

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The one that takes you from bustling Bangkok to the rolling hills of Northern Thailand

This trip is a section of our larger trip Total Thailand, (see p.42.) This means some of the group will continue

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START 6PM BANGKOK

DAY 1 BANGKOK Touch down in Thailand's capital. After checking into our hotel there'll be time for DIY exploring, a massage or lying by the pool to catch the first of that sweet tropical sunshine. Later we'll rendezvous back at base so you can hear what's in store for the trip, then the night is yours to enjoy authentic pad Thai & the Khao San road nightlife. Hotel

DAY 2 BANGKOK TO KANCHANABURI This morning enjoy a locally guided visit to Bangkok's

glittering Grand Palace. After a tour of the Klongs (canals), we'll depart Bangkok for Kanchanaburi, visiting the WWII Cemetery & the famed Bridge on the River Kwai en route. Later this afternoon take a peaceful boat ride along the River Kwai to reach our mesmerising Special Stay for tonight - the Jungle Raft Hotel. (B, D)

Floating Raft Hotel Special Stay

• Locally guided Tour of the Grand Palace with a tour of the Klongs (canals)

• See the Bridge on the River Kwai

DAY 3 OVERNIGHT TRAIN (AYUTTHAYA - CHIANG MAI) We're starting our day with a visit to the breathtaking Erawan Falls. Here you

can take a quick dip in the emerald-hued ponds & get an unreal FOMO Insta shot. Next stop is the UNESCO-listed city of Ayutthaya, where we'll grab bikes to cycle past ornate temples & quaint villages to see the once-capital of the Kingdom of Siam. Tonight we board our overnight sleeper train to Chiang Mai. (B)


• Visit Erawan Falls • Bike Ride in Ayutthaya

DAYS 4 - 5 PAI Rise & shine as we roll through Chiang Mai & pull into the picturesque mountain town of Pai. This first day is all yours to head out by foot or by bike & explore the little streets here that pack some punch. With another full day

in this traveller's paradise, try a Muay Thai class on our second day before we head out for our final evening in Pai. Hotel (B)

F Muay Thai Class

DAYS 6 - 7 CHIANG MAI En route to Chiang Mai we'll squeeze in a visit to the Elephant Nature Park. Tonight, we'll explore the buzzy night markets that make Chiang Mai so legendary. Day 7 is a free day to explore the city on foot, or treat yourself to an authentic Thai massage. For our final night, you have the chance to dabble in the art of authentic Thai cooking. Hotel (B, L) (B)

• Elephant Nature Park

F After dark vespa tour F Thai Cooking Class

DAY 8 CHIANG MAI This morning we say fond farewells before going our separate ways. Dry those tears, because no doubt we'll make big plans to reunite somewhere special soon. (B)

END 9AM CHIANG MAI

WHEN CAN I GO?

FOOD

F Learn how to cook Pad Thai & more with a cooking class in the rolling hills of Chiang Mai

F Zip around Chiang Mai’s street food scene in an evening Vespa food tour

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available (only applicable in hotels). A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Bangkok & ends approx. 9:00am in Chiang Mai. Arrival transfers to your hotel are available. To purchase, speak to your travel agent or visit contiki.com/transfers. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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This trip is a section of our larger trip, Total Thailand (see p.42.) This means you’ll join a group who have already been travelling together.

START 6PM PHUKET

DAY 1 PHUKET We'll meet up with our Contiki fam in sun-kissed Phuket, Thailand's largest island, & its most dizzyingly diverse. White & gold sands, cragged karst islands, azure waters & delicious food make this the perfect launchpad for our Thai adventure. Hotel

DAYS 2 - 3 KHAO SOK After breakfast we'll make our way to the beautiful Khao Sok. This afternoon explore the lush Khao Sok

National Park, swim, go tubing in the river, or simply relax. (B) (B, L)

Riverside Cottage Special Stay

• Canoe or raft ride on Sok river

• Cruise on Lake Cheow Larn

DAYS 4 - 5 KOH LANTA The beach is calling & we know you're ready! Ultimate relaxation awaits us with 2 days on the island of Koh Lanta. Jump off the ferry & slip into island life with unlimited sun & swimming, or opt for a snorkelling cruise exploring the crystal clear water of the coast. Hotel (B) (B)

DAYS 6 - 7 PHI PHI Today we'll head to Koh Phi Phi, with its world-famous beaches, crystal clear waters & jaw-dropping rock formations. For 2 nights you're free to swim, snorkel, do watersports or simply kick back with a cocktail & a book & soak up the unique beauty of these buzzing islands. Hotel (B) (B)

F Snorkelling day trip

DAY 8 PHUKET Our trip will wrap up shortly after our last team breakfast and ferry back to Phuket. Time to say fond farewells to your new BFFs & leave with a new place in your heart for the Land of Smiles. (B)

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• Drift along the emerald waters of Cheow Larn Lake on a longtail boat cruise

WELLNESS& ACTIVE

F Dive into the crystal clear waters of Phi Phi on a snorkelling day trip

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• Glide through limestone karsts on a Cheow Larn Lake Cruise

• Take an overnight train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

• Swim in the breathtaking Erawan waterfalls

F Learn how to cook pad thai & more with a cooking class in the rolling hills of Chiang Mai

F Zip around Chiang Mai’s street food scene in an evening Vespa food tour

F Practise ‘the art of eight limbs’ in a Muay Thai class in Pai

F Dive into the crystal clear waters of Phi Phi on a snorkelling day trip

• Take a scenic bike ride around Ayutthaya

• Spend half a day with playful rescue elephants at the Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai

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START 6PM BANGKOK

DAY 1 BANGKOKTouch down in Thailand's capital. After checking into our hotel there'll be time for DIY exploring, a massage or lying by the pool to catch the first of that sweet tropical sunshine. Later we'll rendezvous back at base so you can hear what's in store for the trip, then the night is yours to enjoy authentic Pad Thai & the Khao San road nightlife. Hotel

DAY 2 BANGKOK TO KANCHANABURIThis morning enjoy a locally guided visit to Bangkok's glittering Grand Palace. After a tour of the Klongs (canals), we'll depart Bangkok for Kanchanaburi, visiting the WWII Cemetery & the famed Bridge on the River Kwai en route. Later this afternoon take a peaceful boat ride along the River Kwai to reach our mesmerising Special Stay for tonight - the Jungle Raft Hotel. (B,D)

Floating Raft Hotel Special Stay

• Locally guided Tour of the Grand Palace with a tour of the Klongs (canals)

• See the Bridge on the River Kwai

DAY 3 OVERNIGHT TRAIN (AYUTTHAYA - CHIANG MAI) We're starting our day with a visit to the breathtaking Erawan Falls. Here you can take a quick dip in the emerald-hued ponds & get an unreal FOMO Insta shot.

Next stop is the UNESCO-listed city of Ayutthaya, where we'll grab bikes to cycle past ornate temples & quaint villages to see the once-capital of the Kingdom of Siam. Tonight we board our overnight sleeper train to Chiang Mai. (B)


• Visit Erawan Falls • Bike Ride in Ayutthaya

DAYS 4 - 5 PAIRise & shine as we roll through Chiang Mai & pull into the picturesque mountain town of Pai. Head out by foot or by bike & explore the little streets & countryside of this traveller's paradise. There's time to try a Muay Thai skills class on Day 5 before we head out for the evening to experience Pai as it comes alive by night. Hotel (B)

F Muay Thai Class

DAYS 6 - 7 CHIANG MAIEn route to Chiang Mai we'll squeeze in a visit to the Elephant Nature Park. Tonight, we'll explore the buzzy night markets that make Chiang Mai so legendary. Day 7 is a free day to explore the city on foot, or treat yourself to an authentic Thai massage. For our final night in Chiang Mai, you can dabble in the art of authentic Thai cooking. Hotel (B,L)(B)

• Elephant Nature Park F After dark vespa tour F Thai Cooking Class

DAY 8 PHUKETWe fly to our next stop, Phuket. Treat yourself to a traditional massage in the afternoon before we kick things off with the bright lights of Bangla Road this evening. Hotel (B)

DAYS 9 - 10 KHAO SOKAfter breakfast we drive to Khao Sok. Soon after we'll head to Cheow Larn lake for a day trip, starting with a cruise on the lake & including time for kayaking, swimming & soaking up the sun. Our riverside accommodation awaits us for the two nights we spend in the Khao Sok jungle. (B,L)(B)

Riverside Cottage Special Stay

• Canoe or raft ride on Sok river

• Cruise on Lake Cheow Larn

DAYS 11 - 12 KOH LANTAThe beach is calling & we know you're ready! Ultimate relaxation awaits us on the island of Koh Lanta. Jump off the ferry & slip into island life with unlimited sun & swimming. Hotel (B)(B)

DAYS 13 - 14 PHI PHIToday we'll head to Koh Phi Phi, with its world-famous beaches, crystal clear waters & jaw-dropping rock formations. These next 2 days are yours to swim, snorkel, do water sports or simply kick back with a cocktail & a book & soak up the unique beauty of the Thai islands. (B)(B)

F Day on the Bay

DAY 15 PHUKETOur trip will wrap up in Phuket shortly after arriving back from Phi Phi. We'll cheers our final coconuts & go our separate ways, making sincere plans to organise a reunion tour. (B)

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ELEPHANT NATURE PARK, CHIANG MAI On this trip you'll have the chance to visit the Chiang Mai Elephant Nature Park. A traveller's favourite, you'll spend half a day here with the chance to to watch the elephants play in the river & learn about the ways the park cares for these beautiful animals.

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The one that takes you from Hanoi to the hills, uncovering the dazzling greenery of North Vietnam's World Heritage Sites

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• Visit the 10th century Temples of the Dinh & Le dynasties

• Take a slow boat journey & admire the scenery of Tam Coc

• Try your hand at agricultural activities like crab-fishing & transplanting vegetables in Ninh Binh

• Savour a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant

• Learn to prepare family recipes from locally sourced ingredients in a family-run cooking class, Ninh Binh

• Take a bike ride through the romantic scenery of Tho Ha Village

• Trek toward the terraced rice paddies of Ta Phin Village in Sapa

• Want to avoid buying plastic bottles in Asia? Before you set off from Bangkok, pick up our travel-friendly Contiki water bottle with advanced filtration system for unlimited clean, safe drinking water on your trip

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DAY 1 HANOI TO NINH BINHWe'll meet in the eroded & elegant capital Hanoi today before leaving for the UNESCO World Heritage of Trang An in the Ninh Binh province. Our jaws will drop at the spectacular limestone karst peaks soaring from valleys - it's like walking through prehistory. Next, we'll visit the Ancient Capital Hoa Lu & the temples of the Dinh & Le dynasties nestled amongst the rice paddies. After lunch, a skilled rower will take us through the winding rivers, canals & natural caves of Tam Coc - trust us when we say you've never experienced such tranquil beauty. Hotel (L)

• Visit Temples of the Dinh & Le dynasties

• Lunch at a local restaurant

• Slow boat journey in Tam Coc

DAY 2 OVERNIGHT TRAIN (HANOI TO LAO CAI)This morning we'll take a bike ride through Tho Ha village, enjoying the dazzling greenery of the rural landscapes. Later today is your chance to try your hand at some agricultural activities like catching crabs, fishing & transplanting vegetables, before we return to the hamlet for a cooking class & lunch with a local family. Full, content & schooled in the arts of Vietnamese cuisine, we'll then board an overnight train to Lao Cai in the Sapa Valley. (B,L)


• Bike ride through Tho Ha Village

• Cooking class • Lunch with a local family

DAY 3 SAPAAfter breakfast it's on to Cat Cat Village. Today is about enjoying the spectacular surroundings - discover cascading waterfalls & have your breath taken away by the terraced fields, vegetable patches & verdant hills. Continue to explore the breathtaking scenery by hiking to Muong Hoa Valley, home to the largest terraced rice fields in Sapa. Tonight, you'll get a real overview of the traditional customs & way of life with a local homestay. (B,L,D)

Homestay • Visit the Black H'moug Village

• Hike to Muong Hoa Valley & see the Largest terraced rice fields in Sapa

DAY 4 OVERNIGHT TRAIN (SAPA - HANOI)Rise & shine - you won't want to miss a thing today as we hike through the mountains & terraced rice fields. Upon arrival in Ta Phin village we'll meet the Red Dzao & Black H'moug indigenous groups living peacefully together here & learn about their distinctive cultures & dress. Then it's another overnight train back to bustling Hanoi. (B,L)


• Trek toward Ta Phin Village

• Visit the homes of the Red Dzao & Black H'moug

DAY 5 HANOIOur trip ends early this morning as we arrive at Hanoi station, a sharp jolt to the senses after all that serene nature. But this grand old capital has its own charms, & is just begging to be explored.

END 6AM HANOI

HOMESTAY Up in the vibrant green hills of Sapa, Vietnam, you'll fall in love with the terraced rice fields & charming villages. The best way to get a taste of the local way of life is in our home stay, where you'll get to meet the locals, taste delicious local food & maybe try some rice wine.

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The one that explores Vietnam's vibrant nightlife, secret gardens & fresh cuisine

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• See the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office & Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh

F Take a tour of the breathtaking Marble Mountains, Da Nang

• Visit the wild grottos of the Sung Sot Caves in Halong Bay

• Discover the hidden charm of Hue on a local cyclo (rickshaw) ride

• Drift off to sleep on a traditional Chinese Junk Boat in Halong Bay



• Enjoy lunch as you cruise through Halong Bay on a traditional Chinese Junk Boat

• Bike ride through Hoi An’s Ancient Town

F Relax with a warm mineral mud bath & hot spring experience in Vietnam’s resort town of Nha Trang


• Visit the Hong Ngoc Fine Arts Company, providing artistic training & jobs to local people with disabilities

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START 6PM HO CHI MINH CITY

DAY 1 HO CHI MINHStepping into a whirl of scooters & skyscrapers, you'll unwind in the hotel before uniting with the Trip Manager & team to get the low down on the days ahead. Hotel

DAYS 2 - 3 NHA TRANGAfter a final bout of Ho Chi Minh exploring, we'll take flight to the coastal town of Nha Trang. Golden sand beaches & turquoise waters will offer us water sports, sunsets, & the chance to soak up the town's laidback lifestyle. Hotel (B)(B)

• View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office & Presidential Palace

• Visit to the War Remnants Museum

F Relaxing cruise with swim stops & snorkelling

F Mud bath & Hot Springs experience

DAYS 4 - 5 HOI ANAfter a quick flight & coastal drive, we'll arrive in Hoi An amidst charm & architecture influenced by many parts of

the world. Here we can visit the UNESCO Old Quarter, cycle past rice fields, & see traditional pottery & silk weaving at the local markets. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit the town's Old Quarter & Japanese covered bridge

• Guided bike ride through Hoi An's UNESCO listed Ancient Town



DAY 6 HUEThe former imperial town of Hue offers no shortage of charm, with lotus flower ponds, intricately decorated pavilions, & an artistic soul. We'll take a cyclo to the Imperial Citadel & learn of a horrific Buddhist massacre at Thien Mu Pagoda. Hotel (B)

• Cross the Hai Van Pass • Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda & the Imperial Citadel

• Cyclo ride F Group photo at Hue's Imperial Citadel

F Hue Street food walking tour

DAY 7 HANOIFlying into the country's capital, we'll find a mesmerising fusion of French, Chinese & Vietnamese, & settle into our hotel in the middle of the bustling Old Quarter. Here we'll be left smitten by the gardens of the Temple

of Literature & 36 trading streets offering an array of local goods. Hotel (B)


DAY 8 HALONG BAYA Chinese style junk boat will drift us around the lime stone island setting of the Gulf of Tonkin, offering complete serenity for our time in Halong Bay. We'll explore the Sung Sot Caves, swim in lagoons, & eat seafood over a picturesque sunset. (B,L,D)


DAY 9 HANOIAfter a last bout of grotto swimming & monkey spotting in Halong Bay, we'll head back to Hanoi for our final night. Those who want to opt for a quirky water puppet performance in Red River Delta will have the perfect warm up to our final evening together. Hotel (B,L)


DAY 10 HANOIOur trip will wrap up in Hanoi shortly after our final team breakfast. We'll go our separate ways after saying goodbyes & making plans to organise a reunion trip. (B)

END 9AM HANOI

TRADITIONAL CHINESE JUNK BOAT SPECIAL STAY IN HALONG BAYFeel the serenity as you drift past the limestone island seas of the Gulf of Tonkin. You'll pass hidden lagoons, thick forests & dreamy grottos, & stop to explore the Sung Sot Caves, before stargazing & sleeping in your cabin.

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Jan 28 Feb 6 Mar 24 Apr 2 Jun 9 Jun 18 Aug 25 Sep 3 Nov 10 Nov 19 2021 Feb 2 Feb 11 Apr 6 Apr 15

Jan 31 Feb 9 Mar 31 Apr 9 Jun 23 Jul 2 Sep 8 Sep 17 Nov 17 Nov 26 Jan 1 Jan 10 Feb 9 Feb 18 Apr 13 Apr 22

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Feb 18 Feb 27 Apr 21 Apr 30 Jul 14 Jul 23 Oct 6 Oct 15 Dec 8 Dec 17 Jan 12 Jan 21 Mar 2 Mar 11

Feb 25 Mar 5 Apr 28 May7 Jul 21 Jul 30 Oct 13 Oct 22 Dec 15 Dec 24 Jan 15 Jan 24 Mar 9 Mar 18

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available (only applicable in hotels). A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Ho Chi Minh City & ends approx. 9:00am in Hanoi. These trips will be in Vietnam for Tet (Vietnamese New Year). Trip spends Xmas in Hoi An & NYE in Hanoi (final day). Trip spends Xmas in Ho Chi Minh & NYE in Hanoi. Trip spends NYE in Nha Trang. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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The one that explores Vietnam's vibrant nightlife, secret gardens & fresh cuisine including the Mekong Delta

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• Discover an immense underground world at the Cu Chi war tunnels

• Visit the ancient Temple of Literature, Hanoi

• Learn of the tragically fascinating Vietnam war at the War Remnants Museum, Ho Chi Minh

• Experience a slice of local life staying at a riverside Mekong Delta homestay

• Learn to fish like a local in the Mekong Delta

• Discover the hidden charm of Hue on a local cyclo (rickshaw) ride

• Dinner with a local Vietnamese Family in the Mekong Delta



F Relax with a warm mineral mud bath & hot spring experience in Vietnam’s resort town of Nha Trang


• Visit the Hong Ngoc Fine Arts Company, providing artistic training & jobs to local people with disabilities

See the Imperial Citadel, Hue @sineadseestheworld

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This trip is a section of our larger trip, 27-day Big Indochina Adventure, (see p.34.) This means you’ll join a group who have already been travelling together.

START 6PM HO CHI MINH CITY

DAY 1 HO CHI MINHStepping into a whirl of scooters & skyscrapers, you'll unwind in the hotel before uniting with the Trip Manager & team to get the low down on the days ahead. We'll waste no time kicking off the Vietnam exploring, getting acquainted over pho at the Ben Thanh markets. Hotel

DAY 2 MEKONG DELTAWe'll rise & shine for a journey to the Mekong Delta, landing us amidst floating markets, sampans (local boats) & artisans going about their craft. By night we'll mix with the locals & have dinner at our special guest house. (B,L,D)

Guest house Special Stay • Mekong Delta cruise • Mekong Delta fishing experience

• See local industry demonstrations

DAY 3 HO CHI MINHLeaving the Mekong after breakfast, we'll journey back to Ho Chi Minh's addictive mania via the Viet Cong's tunnels in Cu Chi. Here we will marvel at traps, hidden doors & 250kms of tunnels that Vietnamese resistance fighters dug by hand. Hotel (B)

• Visit to the Cu Chi tunnels

DAYS 4 - 5 NHA TRANGAfter a final bout of Ho Chi Minh exploring, we'll take flight to the coastal town of Nha Trang. Golden sand beaches & turquoise waters will offer us water sports, sunsets, & the chance to soak up the town's laidback lifestyle. Hotel (B)(B)

• View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office & Presidential Palace

• Visit to the War Remnants Museum

F Mud bath & Hot Springs experience

F Cruise & swimming day trip

DAYS 6 - 7 HOI ANAfter a quick flight & coastal drive, we'll arrive in Hoi An amidst charm & architecture influenced by many parts of the world. Here we can visit the UNESCO Old Quarter, cycle past rice fields, & see traditional pottery & silk weaving at the local markets. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit the town's Old Quarter & Japanese covered bridge

• Guided bike ride through Hoi An's UNESCO listed Ancient Town



DAY 8 HUEThe former imperial town of Hue offers no shortage of charm, with lotus flower ponds, intricately decorated pavilions, & an artistic soul. We'll take a cyclo to the Imperial Citadel & learn of a horrific Buddhist massacre at Thien Mu Pagoda. Hotel (B)

• Cross the Hai Van Pass • Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda & the Imperial Citadel

• Cyclo ride F Group photo at Hue's Imperial Citadel

F Hue Street food walking tour

DAY 9 HANOIFlying into the country's capital, we'll find a mesmerising fusion of French, Chinese & Vietnamese, & settle into our hotel in the middle of the bustling Old Quarter. Here we'll be left smitten by the gardens of the Temple of Literature & 36 trading streets offering an array of local goods. Hotel (B)


DAY 10 HALONG BAYA Chinese style junk boat will drift us around the lime stone island setting of the Gulf of Tonkin, offering

complete serenity for our time in Halong Bay. We'll explore the Sung Sot Caves, swim in lagoons, & eat seafood over a picturesque sunset. (B,L,D)


DAY 11 HANOIAfter a last bout of grotto swimming & monkey spotting in Halong Bay, we'll head back to Hanoi for our final night. Those who want to opt for a quirky water puppet performance in Red River Delta will have the perfect warm up to our final evening together. Hotel (B,L)


DAY 12 HANOIOur trip will wrap up in Hanoi shortly after our final team breakfast. We'll go our separate ways after saying somber goodbyes & making sincere plans to organise a reunion tour. (B)

END 9AM HANOI

GUESTHOUSE SPECIAL STAY IN THE MEKONG DELTA Travelling down the Mekong Delta on local sampans, you'll learn about the industries along the river & top off your authentic experience dining & staying with locals at our riverside Mekong Guesthouse Special Stay.

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We explored Vietnam in depth, saw landmarks without feeling rushed, & the Trip Manager made life so easy. The itinerary was amazing as I never would have been able to organise half of the activities we did on my own. Made some lifelong friendships & have never laughed so hard in my life.

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Feb 2 Feb 13 Apr 12 Apr 23 Jul 12 Jul 23 Oct 11 Oct 22 Dec 20 Dec 31 Jan 20 Jan 31 Mar 28 Apr 8

Feb 9 Feb 20 Apr 19 Apr 30 Jul 19 Jul 30 Oct 18 Oct 29 Dec 23 Jan 3 Jan 24 Feb 4 Apr 4 Apr 15

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available (only applicable in hotels). A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Ho Chi Minh City & ends approx. 9:00am in Hanoi. These trips will be in Vietnam for Tet (Vietnamese New Year). Trip spends Xmas in Hoi An & NYE in Hanoi (final day). Trip spends Xmas in Ho Chi Minh & NYE in Hanoi.

Trip spends NYE in Nha Trang. Trip spends NYE in Mekong Delta. Arrival transfers to your hotel are available. To purchase speak to your travel agent or visit contiki.com/transfers. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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The one that takes you from shrines to robot shows for an enchanting fusion of modern & ancient Japan

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• Spend half a day uncovering Tokyo on a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide

• See the Imperial Palace, Tokyo

• See the zen gardens & geishas of Kyoto with a Local Guide

• Visit Tokyo’s Meiji Jingu Shinto Shrine, quirky Harajuku District & famous Shibuya Street Crossing

• Visit Asakusa Sensoji Temple & the connecting Nakamise Shopping Street in Tokyo

F Enjoy a leaving dinner at a Izakaya, a Japanese pub in Osaka

F Unwind like the locals with a rejuvenating Onsen hot spring experience

• Want to avoid buying plastic bottles in Asia? Before you set off, order our travel-friendly Contiki water bottle from contiki.com/waterbottle, with advanced filtration system for unlimited clean, safe drinking water on your trip

XxxxxxTry on a traditional Kimono, Kyoto, Japan @gemzy167

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DAYS 1 - 3 TOKYOKonnichiwa Tokyo! This is the city where the future fuses with the past in the most fascinating way possible, & over the next few days we'll get our teeth stuck in with a locally guided sightseeing tour that showcases the old & new Japan. We'll also have a chance to visit the world famous Robot Restaurant show & soak in a traditional Onsen, with plenty of free time to visit cat cafes or walk the beautiful pathways of Ueno Park. (B)(B)

• Half day Tokyo Sightseeing with local guide

• Visit Asakusa Sensoji Temple & Nakamise Street

• See the Imperial Palace • Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine, the Harajuku District & Shibuya Street Crossing

F Soak in the Odaiba Onsen

F Robot Restaurant

DAYS 4 - 6 KYOTOAfter taking the aptly named bullet train to Kyoto, we'll have a sightseeing tour to get acquainted with all the zen gardens, temples & shrines. In Kyoto we'll have plenty of time to walk into ancient Japan, with the opportunity for a half day trip to Nara, with its towering 8th century buddah & roaming deer, & plenty of free time to check out the bamboo forest or spot geishas in the Gion district. (B)(B)(B)

• Kyoto Sightseeing with a Local Guide

• Visit Kinkakuji Golden pavillion, Nijo Castle & Gion

• Visit Fushimi Inari shrine F Half Day Trip to Nara

DAY 7 OSAKAIt's just a short trip to Osaka this morning before having the whole day to explore. There's plenty of time to fit in Universal Studios, Osaka castle or simply wander

down Dontonburi tasting all of the delicious street food. Opt for the Izakaya dinner tonight for one last family meal before our sad goodbyes tomorrow. (B)

F Izakaya Dinner

DAY 8 OSAKAOur trip ends after breakfast in Osaka today. We'll say farewell to Japan & our new friends, but the memories we made here will stick with us forever. (B)

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 3:00pm in Tokyo & ends approx. 9:00am in Osaka. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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The one that fuses the best of ancient & modern Japan in 10 magical days

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• Visit Peace Park & the Memorial museum in Hiroshima

F Check out the world famous Robot Restaurant Show, Tokyo for a display of robotics, dancing & pyrotechnics

• Witness the ordered chaos of Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo, rumoured to be the busiest intersection in the world

F Take a half day trip to Japan’s 8th century capital of Nara & see the giant bronze Buddha

F Enjoy a welcome dinner at an Izakaya, a Japanese pub in Osaka

F Taste delicate savoury pancakes with an Okonomiyaki lunch


F Maricar Tokyo Go-Cart experience


Walk through the streets of Osaka, Japan @trixie_mari

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DAY 1 OSAKAKonnichiwa friends: welcome to the land of the rising sun, famed for its beauty, culture, cuisine & just a touch of crazy. Get settled into your hotel before joining forces with your Trip Manager & travel crew, then we'll head out to explore the local area. Hotel

DAY 2 OSAKAUniversal Studios, Osaka Castle, iconic Dōtonbori - today is yours to take on Osaka as your heart desires. This evening, why not get to know your new travel friends over our Free Time Add-On foodie experience, a traditional Izakaya? Hotel (B)

F Izakaya Welcome Dinner

DAYS 3 - 4 KYOTOAfter breakfast in Osaka we head to Kyoto. We'll kick things off with a guided tour of this beautiful city: get your camera ready for temples, gardens, colourful shrines & famous geisha girls. On Day 4 you'll have a full free day to explore Kyoto your way. Hotel (B)(B)

• Guided sightseeing in Kyoto

F Half day trip to Nara

DAYS 5 - 6 HIROSHIMAAll aboard! A bullet train shoots us over to historic Hiroshima for 2 nights. We'll learn about the past & present of this noble city on a sightseeing tour & we'll take a ferry to Miyajima island to see miniature deer & the Itsukushima Shrine. Hotel (B)(B)

• Peace Park & Peace Memorial Museum

• Itsukushima Shrine & Miyajima Island

F Okonomiyaki Lunch

DAYS 7 - 9 TOKYOFrom Hiroshima we travel

to the bright lights of Tokyo. A sightseeing tour shows us the best bits, like the Harajuku district & Shibuya Crossing. We've also included a day trip to Hakone. With another full free day to explore, do Tokyo your way: just remember to check out the Onsen hot spring baths & Robot Restaurant. Hotel (B)(B)(B)

• Sightseeing tour including Imperial Palace, Asakusa Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Street, Meji Jingu Shrine & Shibuya Crossing

• Hakone day trip with Hakone ropeway

• Ashinoko Lake Cruise

F Onsen Experience

F MariCar Tokyo Go-Cart Experience (International Driver's License required)

F Robot Restaurant Show

DAY 10 TOKYOAnd just like that, it's all over. Your trip comes to an end in Tokyo, but you'll keep the memories (& photos) forever. (B)

END 9AM TOKYO

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VISIT MIYAJIMA ISLANDMiyajima Island is one of the most scenic places in the world. As well as the cute local deer, this ferry trip lets you see the Itsukushima Shrine, a World Heritage site, as well as multiple preserved temples & historical monuments.

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The one that takes in bustling cities, relaxing hot springs & majestic mountains for the ultimate Japan experience

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• See the grand Imperial Palace & the buzzy neighbourhood of Shibuya

• Visit the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island

• Travel on the Hakone Ropeway & see Mt Fuji (Weather dependent)

• Grab some sushi at the world-famous Tsukiji fish market

• Sleep in a traditional Ryokan at our Special Stay in Hakone

• See Kamisan Town & visit the Takayama morning markets

F Feast on a melt-in-your mouth Hida Beef dinner

F Drink in tradition with some Sake tasting

F Taste the delicate Okonomiyaki pancake

F Master the art of sushi-making at a lunchtime class in Tokyo


• Witness a spiritual morning Buddhist service at your Shibuya Special Stay in Mount Koya

F Make your childhood Mario Kart dreams a reality as you zoom through Tokyo in a MariCAR


See the temples of Miyajima Island, Japan @Sunnysharkeyy

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DAY 1 TOKYOLanding in the eccentric Japanese capital of Tokyo, we'll get comfortable in our hotel before uniting with the team for a low-down on the days ahead. Night one will be ours for getting acquainted. Hotel

DAYS 2 - 3 TOKYOFrom the lake woven grounds of the Imperial Palace to the wild fashion district of Harajuku & Shibuya, Tokyo will reveal itself & offer limitless inspiration. We'll take you to all the iconic spots & leave you with plenty of time to indulge in sushi land adventures of your own. Hotel (B)(B)

• See the Imperial Palace, Asakusa Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Street, Shibuya, Meiji Jingu Shrine & Harajuku

F Show at the Robot Restaurant

F Onsen experience

DAY 4 HAKONEThis morning, see the wonder that is the Tsukiji Fish markets before our first overland journey takes us south to the haven of mountain vistas that is Hakone. Here we will enjoy a hot spring dip & nest in the arms of true hospitality at a traditional Japanese guesthouse. (B)(D)

Contiki Special Stay Ryokan

• Tsukiji fish market • See the Hakone Ropeway

F Sushi-making

DAYS 5 - 6 TAKAYAMANow enamoured by hot springs, we'll move on to Takayama where we'll find them in our own hotel. This hilly village of wooden buildings will be yours to explore, from the morning markets to the historic Edo period Jinya house & Hida Folk Village. Hotel (B)(B)

• See Kamisan no machi (Kamisan Town) & Takayama morning markets

• See Matsumoto Castle F Hida beef dinner F Sake Tasting

DAYS 7 - 8 HIROSHIMAAfter an exhilarating ride on the Shinkansen (bullet train), we'll arrive in Hiroshima. Here we'll recount the WWII bombing tragedy & uncover what is now a city enveloped in peace. A ferry to Miyajima Island & the Itsukushima Shrine will complete our Hiroshima experience. Hotel (B)(B)

• See Itsukushima Shrine • Visit the Peace Memorial Museum

F Okonomiyaki Lunch

DAYS 9 - 10 KYOTOA golden castle, manicured gardens… Kyoto is nothing shy of incredible & we'll share its intricacies artfully. Known as the culture hub & land of the Geisha, prepare to see a rainbow of kimonos & wooden platform shoes. Hotel (B)(B)

• Nijo Castle • See Fushimi Inari Shrine • See Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion & Gion Area

DAY 11 MT KOYAMaking our way to Wakayama via train, we'll slip into the Zen lands of Mount Koya. After being welcomed into a Buddhist guesthouse we'll savour mindfulness, the pristine natural setting, & not least of all, traditional Buddhist food. (B,D)

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• Visit to Kongobuji Temple

DAY 12 OSAKAOsaka will offer a complete contrast to our mindful mountain moments. Here we can jump back into the neon kanji signs of a buzzing Japanese city, & sip local beer to ease the pain of Karaoke. Hotel (B)

• Morning Buddhist service F Izakaya dinner F MariCar ** Must have an International Driving License **

DAY 13 OSAKAOur Japanese fairytale will end in Osaka, leaving us to share somber goodbyes & depart with many incredible memories. (B)

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RYOKAN SPECIAL STAY IN HAKONEExperience staying at a Ryokan a traditional Japanese guesthouse nestled in the haven of mountain vistas that is Hakone. Here we’ll enjoy a dip at the Ryokan’s private hot spring & discover true Japanese hospitality.

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• Visit Tiananmen Square, site of the ‘89 Democracy Movement in Beijing

• Witness one of the wonders of the world: the Great Wall of China

• See the ancient Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an, depicting the armies of the first Emperor of China

• Visit the huddled ancient hutongs (local backstreets) of Beijing

• Eat an authentic lunch in the home of a local family in Beijing

• Dine on crispy Peking Duck at an authentic Chinese dinner

F Learn the secrets of Chinese cuisine at a Sichuan Cooking Class

F Travel to ancient China at a Tang Dynasty Show & Dinner

F Take a invigorating Tai Chi class surrounded by the limestone karsts of Yangshuo

• Cycle along the ancient city walls of Xi’an

• Meet cute giant pandas in their natural habitat-like setting at the Chengdu Panda Breeding Sanctuary

• Visit the TangBo Art Museum in Xi’an, full of traditional, folk, ancient & modern Chinese artefacts

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Arriving in Beijing you'll be welcomed into China's epicentre of politics, education & culture. You can settle into the hotel before our first team catch up by night, at which time we'll get to know each other over the bright lights & bustling streets of the capital. Hotel

Prepare to have your mind boggled by the lands of Beijing, as we visit an art precinct built into

decommissioned military factories, the ancient tombs of 13 Ming Dynasty Emperors & not least of all, the Great Wall of China. Hotel (B,L,D)(B)

• Peking Duck dinner • Visit Tiananmen Square • Tour the Forbidden City • Visit the 798 Art Precinct • Visit the Sacred Way • Visit a cloisonné factory • Visit the Great Wall (Mutianyu section)

TRAINFeeling plump on Peking duck & in awe of Beijing, we'll move on to our next

destination. Taking it local on the overnight train, we'll drift through countryside en route to Xi'an. (B,L,D)


• Visit a hutong • Lunch with a local family • Ride in a rickshaw • Visit the Beijing Summer Palace

DAY 5 XI’ANXi'an will continue in the theme of history, as we visit the UNESCO listed site of the Terracotta Army & stroll the Shaanxi folk & ancient Chinese art of TangBo museum. We'll also take a cycle on the old city walls. Hotel (B,L)

• Tour the ‘Terracotta Warriors' complex

• Visit the TangBo Art Museum

• Bike Ride on the Xi'an City Walls

F Spectacular Tang Dynasty show & dinner

DAYS 6 - 7

A high speed train will take us out of Xi'an, & land us in a city dotted with teahouses & livened by an expanding student culture. Our highlight here in Chengdu will be visiting a panda sanctuary, an endlessly cute half day experience that will stay with us forever. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit a Panda Sanctuary F Sichuan Cooking Class

DAYS 8 - 9

Out of Chengdu we'll take flight to Guilin, before a scenic drive sees us in Yangshuo. Here we'll get acquainted with China's traditional way of life, sipping Tsingtao & shopping the late night markets. With the quaint setting of this village & surrounding

limestone karsts, we may never want to leave. Hotel (B,D)(B)

F Tai Chi Class

DAYS 10 - 11

Flying into Shanghai we'll experience the ultimate scene change, as the neon lights & urban energy become our reality. We'll take to the dizzying heights of the Shanghai Tower, hit up the Chengheng Miao for some shopping bargains, & learn about the ancient silk trade at a silk factory. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit the City God Temple Complex

• Entrance to Shanghai Tower

• Visit Shanghai's Bund area

• Visit a Shanghai Silk Factory

F Acrobat Show F Farewell Dinner

Our trip will wrap up amidst the bustle of Shanghai, shortly after a final team breakfast. We'll say heartfelt goodbyes before going our separate ways, now armed with a deep affection for this country. (B)

PANDA SANCTUARY

Meet the cute & clumsy giant panda at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, which imitates the natural habitat of giant pandas, so they have the best possible environment for rearing & breeding.

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F Visit the Agra Fort & see the most beautiful building in the world: the Taj Mahal

• Explore the mazy streets of Lucknow with a Local Guide

• Explore the ruins of Sarnath, the birthplace of Buddhism

• Jeep Safari in Chitwan National Park

• Glimpse slices of local life in Varanasi as you cruise the River Ganges on a sunrise boat ride

• Witness the ancient evening ghat rituals & puja (prayers) from one of Varanasi’s oldest & holiest ghats

F Get a taste of Indian cuisine with a culinary walking tour of Lucknow

• Jungle Walk in Chitwan National Park

F Discover unseen Agra on a locally-guided bicycle tour of the city famous for the Taj Mahal

• Visit India’s first elephant hospital at the Treadright-supported Wildlife SOS Elephant Rescue Centre in Uttar Pradesh

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DAY 1 DELHIWelcome to the intoxicating cacophony of colours, smells, spices, culture & chaos that is Delhi. We'll bond with our Contiki fam today before kick starting our adventure. Hotel

DAY 2 AGRAToday we'll drive to Agra, visiting the Elephant Rescue Centre en-route, where we'll meet over 20 rescued elephants & witness the only elephant hospital in Asia. Then, we'll have a chance to get your bucket list ticked today at one of mankind's masterpieces: the majestic Taj Mahal, as well as an opportunity to visit the 17th century Agra Fort. Hotel (B)

• Visit Wildlife SOS Elephant Rescue

F Taj Mahal & Agra Fort

DAYS 3 - 4 LUCKNOWAn optional locally guided bike tour through Agra this morning will allow us to explore the mausoleums, tombs & heaving marketplaces. Then we're headed to Lucknow, regarded as India's centre for culture & art. We won't waste any time, kicking off with a locally guided sightseeing tour, coming up close to La Martiniere building & the Asafi Imambara, one of the most regal architectural complexes in the world. The city is also famous for its Awadhi cuisine, so we recommend taking a culinary walk of the city, hopping in & out of roadside eateries & getting a complete taste of the local culture. Hotel (B)(B)

• Locally guided sightseeing tour of Lucknow

F Cycle tour of unseen Agra

F Culinary walk

DAYS 5 - 6 VARANASINestled alongside the Ganges, Varanasi is one of the holiest Hindu sites in the world. We're headed to the river to watch the Ghat in front of us slowly come to life with the dawn, as pilgrims bathe in the holy river. Later on we'll head to explore the ruins of Sarnath, the birthplace of Buddhism. In the evening we'll witness the Aarti Ceremony, an fascinating ritual performed on the steps of the Dashashwamedh Ghat. Hotel (B)(B)

• Sunrise boat ride on River Ganges

• Explore the ruins of Sarnath

• Witness evening Ghat rituals

DAYS 7 - 8 CHITWAN NATIONAL PARKA speedy flight will take us towards a world heritage reserve teeming with rhinos, deer, monkeys, elephants, sloth bears, & even the majestic Bengal Tiger. We'll take a jungle walk to soak in the spectacular beauty of the national park, before heading out on our once-in-a-lifetime jeep safari. One of the last safe havens for the one-horned rhino, Chitwan offers one of the best wildlife spotting experiences on the planet. Hotel (B,D)(B,L,D)

• Jeep Safari • Jungle Walk

DAY 9 KATHMANDUToday we're headed back to Nepal's bustling capital, uncovering Kathmandu on a locally guided tour of its UNESCO World Heritage Site, marvelling at the medieval temples & general mayhem. Hotel (B)

• Local guided sightseeing of Kathmandu

DAY 10 KATHMANDUOur adventure ends today in Kathmandu, but our hearts will remain amongst the hills, jungles & sacred sites of India & Nepal, and there's always a new trek around the corner. (B)

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CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK, NEPAL Famous for being one of the last safe havens for the one-horned rhino & Royal Bengal tiger, plus Asian elephants, leopards & sloth bears, Chitwan offers the perfect Nepal wildlife experience. You’ll enjoy both an included Jeep Safari & Jungle Walk on this trip.

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The one that takes an accessible trek up the Kathmandu Valley uncovering Nepalese culture & holy sites

START 9AM KATHMANDU

DAY 1 CHISAPANI Rise & shine, our adventure begins today! After breakfast in Kathmandu we'll drive to Sundarijal where our trek starts. Our trail climbs continuously through forest to a medieval reservoir & a dam, before we reach the top of the Shivpuri ridge, the first village on the trail with the sprawling Tamang settlement of Milkshake. Then it's through the oak forest of Shivpuri National Park & our destination for the night, our lodge in Chisapani. Lodge (L, D)

• Trek from Sundarijal to Chisapani through the oak forest of Shivpuri National Park

• See the sprawling Tamang settlement of Milkshake

DAY 2 NAGARKOT There's nothing like some mountain views & the sounds of birdsong to get you out of bed in the morning. Our trek commences today as we head to Nagarkot from Chisapani which takes around 3 hours. Nagarkot is probably the most popular hill station around Kathmandu Valley, offering unique views of the majestic Himalayas, deep valleys, & lush pine forests. Lodge (B, L, D)

• Trek from Chisapani to Nagarkot

• Nagarkot Hill Station

DAY 3 DHULIKHEL We recommend rising before dawn today to absorb that magical sunrise from Nagarkot. Thousands of visitors throng to Nagarkot every year to witness this spectacle so it'd be shame to miss out on the golden sun stretching over the Himalayas. After breakfast, our trek resumes, along an easy trail that penetrates through dense community forests & small mid-hill settlements to Dhulikhel, after 6 hours of fairly leisurely hiking. Lodge (B, L, D)

• View the sunrise over the majestic Himalayas

• Trek from Nagarkot to Dhulikhel

• Discover the traditional Newari culture of Dhulikhel

DAY 4 KATHMANDU Our last day of hiking starts with another stunning sunrise view from Dhulikhel & breakfast at our lodge. Our trail today climbs past the pine woods of Phulbari

to the Kali Mandir - a temple dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Kali - & finally the hill of Namobuddha, a sacred Buddhist Pilgrimage site. After paying homage to Mahasattva, a legendary prince, it's time to finish our trek & drive back to Kathmandu. Hotel (B, L)

• See the Kali Mandir Temple

• Trek from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha

• Visit Namobuddha & see the Buddhist Pilgrimage shrines

DAY 5 KATHMANDU Our adventure ends today back where we started. But won't forget those Himalayan sunrises in a hurry. (B)

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WHEN CAN I GO?

CULTURAL

• See the Kali Mandir, a temple dedicated to the fiery Hindu Goddess Kali

• Visit Namobuddha & see the Buddhist Pilgrimage shrines at the site of the fabled sacrifice of Mahasattva

WELLNESS& ACTIVE

• Trek from Sundarijal to Chisapani through the oak forest of Shivapuri National Park

• Trek from Chisapani to Nagarkot through villages & terraced farmlands (3 hours)


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START 9AM KATHMANDU

DAY 1 POKHARA Our adventure begins today as we meet amongst the charming chaos of Kathmandu, before driving to Pokhara. This beautiful lakeside settlement is framed by the spectacular Himalayas, with plenty of delicious food options. We'll check into our hotel tonight ready for a day of trekking tomorrow. Hotel

DAY 2 PHEDI After fueling up with an included breakfast this morning, we'll jump in our van up to Phedi, where steep stone staircases snake their way up the hillsides. We'll start our 2-3 hour ascent through Dhampus, then take a more gentle

climb through terraced fields, small houses & rhododendron forests. From here we'll be able to spot the spectacular Annapurna Range & Machhapuchhre (Fishtail). Lodge (B, L, D)

• Trek from Phedi to Dhampus

• Views of Annapurna Range & Machhapuchhre (Fishtail)

DAY 3 AUSTRALIAN CAMP Sip your tea this morning with your breakfast as you watch the sun illuminate the mountains ahead. A short trek today brings us to our lunch stop, after which we'll climb up through the beautiful oak forests, reaching Pothana. We'll stop here for a brief recharge before we climb

the stone staircases up towards the Australian Camp. Enjoy another magical sunset as it alights the Himalayas this evening. Lodge (B, L, D)

• Trek from Dhampus Village to Australian Camp

• Stop at peaceful Pothana Village

• View the sunrise over the majestic Himalayas

DAY 4 SARANGKOT After breakfast in Australian Camp this morning we'll resume our hike through the dense forests, on a slight descent towards Naudanda (Nine hill). After a stop for lunch we'll continue hiking to Sarangkot. The trail here is fairly relaxed, as we ease along a ridge to a dense settlement with

lots of mixed indigenous groups. Sarangkot offers spectacular mountain scenery of Mt. Dhaulagri, Annapurna, Machhapuchre, Nilgiri & more. As the night draws in, you can see lights illuminating the beautiful Pokhara Valley below. Lodge (B, L, D)

• Trek from Australian Camp to Sarangkot

• View the spectacular mountain scenery

• View the Pokhara Valley & Phewa Lake

DAY 5 POKHARA After breakfast this morning we'll make our way to the legendary viewpoint at Sarangkot. Through terraced farms & villages we'll finally reach the summit, offering spectacular Himalayan

panoramas that are simply unforgettable. This is what we came for, & it makes the hard work so worth it. After posing for some photos we'll make the hike back to Pokhara. Upon arrival we'll have a free afternoon to chill by the lake & try the local foodie delights. Hotel (B)

• Trek from Sarangkot to Pokhara

DAY 6 KATHMANDU After a heavenly sleep & breakfast we'll make our way back to Kathmandu this morning. Our trip finishes back where we started. But those mountains, forests & streams will stick with us forever. (B)

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• Trek from Phedi to Dhampus through rhododendron forest (2-3 hours)

• Trek from Dhampus Village to Australian Camp through oak forests (4 hours)


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• Stop at peaceful Pothana Village

• Watch a once-in-a-lifetime sunset over the Himalayas

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The one that gives you a fusion of colour, culture, spirituality & spice over 12 days

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• Visit the Agra Fort & see the most beautiful building in the world: the Taj Mahal

F Take a morning tour of Mumbai & see the city as the sun rises

• Visit a bustling Sikh temple kitchen in Delhi

• See Jaipur’s topsites on a locally guided sightseeing tour

F Keep your eyes peeled for tigers on a sunrise safari through Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan

F Get a curry cooking demonstration followed by a local family dinner in Jaipur

• Get a Locally Guided tour of colourful Delhi followed by a Chapati demonstration

F Find your zen & soak up beautiful views of Udaipur with some rooftop Yoga

F Move like the movies with a Bollywood dance class at a studio in Mumbai

F Explore the treasures of Jaipur with a Amer Fort trek

• Visit the Dhonk handicraft centre in Rajasthan, supporting local women & families of ex-tiger poachers

Take in the spectacular Taj Mahal, Agra

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DAY 1 DELHIArriving in the motherland's capital of Delhi, we'll join forces for a pow wow after settling into our hotel. Wasting no time getting acquainted with India, we'll take to the streets for dinner & our first bout of exploring. Hotel

DAY 2 DELHIBefore the first morning's out, we'll have seen a kaleidoscope of sights & explored Old Delhi, in part on the thrilling wheels of a rickshaw. Our senses will be delighting in colourful sarees, a commotion of noises, & a hearty serve of street food. Hotel (B)

• Locally guided sightseeing tour

DAY 3 AGRAAfter a scenic drive overland out of Delhi, we'll arrive in the city of Agra. Here we'll have time to get comfortable & eat some lunch before our soul stirring step into the almighty Taj Mahal & Agra Fort. Hotel (B)

• Visit Agra Fort • Visit the Taj Mahal

DAY 4 RANTHAMBHORESwapping out of the bustling city scene, we'll arrive in Ranthambhore National Park. By afternoon

we'll visit Dhonk, a centre for the empowerment of local women & artisans, before arriving at our hotel where we can lounge poolside & enjoy an included dinner. Make sure you've pre-booked your Contiki Sunrise Safari for tomorrow – it's an absolute must do! Hotel (B,D)

• Visit Dhonk centre

DAYS 5 - 6 JAIPURThe pink city of Jaipur will offer another window into the architectural & spiritual beauty of India. We'll see the City Palace, explore markets of treasures & flowers, & enjoy leisurely evenings in the comfort of our hotel. Hotel (B)(B)

• Locally guided sightseeing tour of Jaipur

F Sunrise Safari - Ranthanbhore NP

F Amer Fort trek F Cooking demonstration & local family dinner

DAYS 7 - 8 UDAIPURThe narrow lanes & marble monuments of romantic Udaipur will be ours after a drive out of Jaipur through the state of Rajasthan. Lush green hills, temples & creamy curries will delight us for two days in this city. Hotel (B,L)(B)

• Locally guided sightseeing tour

F Rooftop Yoga

DAY 9 MUMBAILeaving the white city behind us, we'll take flight to Mumbai – the birthplace of Bollywood & India's capital of cool. We'll guide you through the city's greatest charms – including the Dobhi Ghat & India Gate – then leave you to make some discoveries of your own. Hotel (B)

• Locally guided sightseeing tour of Mumbai

F Bollywood Dance Class

DAYS 10 - 11 GOAAfter conquering Mumbai we'll board a flight in search of the palm lined beaches of Goa. This tiny west coast oasis will offer us breathtaking sunsets, a banquet of international food, & the chance to slip into the state's inhibition free energy. Hotel (B)(B)

F Mumbai at Dawn Tour

DAY 12 GOAOur trip will come to an end amidst the kingfisher beers & good times of Goa. We'll say heartfelt goodbyes before going our separate ways (unless we've all decided to keep the dream alive by joining the Southern Spice trip!). (B)

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Looking to give back on your travels? After finishing your Eternal India adventure in Goa, you could be spending 4 unforgettable days deep in rural & utterly beautiful Rajasthan, working alongside ME to WE. Visit contiki.com/metowe for more departure dates. #indiametowe

SEE THE TAJ MAHAL ON A GUIDED TOURGet your bucket list ticked with a visit to one of mankind's masterpieces: the majestic Taj Mahal, the 17th century memorial building considered by many to be the most beautiful building in the world.

The Eternal India trip was unlike any trip I have been on before! The itinerary is jam packed full of amazing sights & delicious foods. We had the best Trip Manager ever & our Local Guide was fantastic - they worked together as a perfect team.

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Delhi & ends approx. 9:00am in Goa. Trip will be in Goa for the Holi Festival. Trip will be in Agra for the Holi Festival. Trip will be in Udaipur for Diwali Festival. Trip spends NYE in Jaipur. Trip will be in Udaipur for the Holi Festival.

Trip will be in Delhi for the Holi Festival. Arrival & departure transfers to your hotel are available. To purchase speak to your travel agent or visit contiki.com/transfers. Please note: The Sunrise Safari must be booked at the same time as your Eternal India trip. Make sure you ask your Travel Agent or Contiki for details as late bookings cannot be accepted. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• Witness a spectacular Kandyan cultural dance performance

• Tour the Buddhist Temple of the Tooth

• Visit the UNESCO listed city of Galle

F Taste all the flavours of Kandy on a tuk-tuk street food tour

• Learn the traditional art of balsa-wood mask painting in Unawatuna

• Spot wildlife on a morning safari in Udawalawe National Park

• Visit a serene spice garden in the spiritual city of Kandy

F Take part in a cooking demonstration & local dinner in Unawatuna

• Sip some Ceylon at a lush tea plantation in Nuwara Eliya

F Learn to master the waves at the Weligama Surf school

F Hike to World’s End in the Horton Plains National Park

• Glamp in nature at our Udawalawe National Park Special Stay

• Visit orphaned baby elephants & learn about their rehabilitation into the wild at the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home

• Visit the locally-operated Kosgoda Turtle Conservation centre & project, protecting turtle nesting sites

Admire the views at the Nine Arch Bridge @trixie_mari

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DAY 1 NEGOMBOOur Sri Lankan adventure begins in Negombo. Find your feet in this diverse & laid-back town with coastal beaches, local fish markets & Dutch-style canal system. This evening you'll meet up with your Trip Manager & your team for a full brief of the travels about to unfold, before heading out for the first taste of some local delicacies. Hotel

DAY 2 KANDYThis morning we head inland to what was once the last imperial city of Sri Lanka, Kandy. Home to the most important of Buddhist relics - the tooth of Lord Buddha - we have a locally guided tour of the Temple of the Tooth awaiting us. Tonight, watch traditional Kandyan Folk Dance explode into rhythm & colour, before opting to tuck into some local street food for dinner. Hotel (B)

• Spice Garden visit • Locally guided tour of the Temple of the Tooth

• Kandayan Cultural dance performance

F Kandy Street Food Tour

DAYS 3 - 4 ELLAToday we head further into the hill country on the train, passing lush green hills & waterfalls en route to Nuwara Eliya. This small town is found in the heart of Sri Lanka's famous Ceylon tea industry, so it'd be rude not to visit a tea plantation (& sample some of the best) before continuing on to our next destination of Ella. Hotel (B)(B)

• Local train journey from Kandy to Nanuoya

• Visit a Tea Plantation

F Horton Plains National Park & hike to World's End

DAYS 5 - 6 UDAWALAWE NATIONAL PARKAs our journey continues south towards lush jungle & rich wildlife, we'll stop en route at the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home before heading to our accommodation for the night: riverside glamping at The Udawalawe National Park. Next morning we'll jump aboard our Safari Jeep to explore the park's wildlife. You're free to spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool, or hire a bike for your own cycle adventure. (B,D)(B,L,D)

Glamping Special Stay • Visit an Elephant transit home

• Morning Safari in Udawalawe National Park

F Half day afternoon safari at Udawalawe National Park

DAYS 7 - 8 UNAWATUNASay goodbye to the wilderness as we head along the South West coast to Unawatuna, here we'll take a trip to explore the UNESCO-listed fort city of Galle & in the evening you can learn the ways of Sri Lankan cooking with locals. At Mirissa, why not head out whale watching for an unmissable up-close encounter. The afternoon is yours to unwind on the beach or opt in for a surf lesson at nearby Weligama Bay. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit the UNESCO listed port city of Galle

F Cooking demonstration & dinner

F Mirissa Whale watching (seasonal)

F Weligama Surf School

DAY 9 COLOMBOAfter a stop to learn about the traditional art of mask painting followed by a visit to the Kosgoda Turtle Conservation centre, we'll reach our final destination of Colombo. Jumping straight on a sightseeing tour of the city, we'll check out temples & mosques, colonial buildings &, if you're feeling brave, the famous (& chaotic) Pettah Bazaar. Tonight, we're going out in style to the best roof-top bars - the perfect way to cap off the last incredible 9 days. Hotel (B)

• Visit a Traditional Mask Painting Centre

• Visit Kosgoda Turtle Conservation centre

• City Sightseeing

DAY 10 COLOMBOYour Contiki trip finishes this morning in Colombo. Hold back the happy tears as you say goodbye to your newest life-long friends & plan a meet up somewhere in the world soon. (B)

END 9AM COLOMBO

WHEN CAN I GO?

UDAWALAWE GLAMPING SPECIAL STAYOn this trip you'll experience being fully immersed in nature at Udawalawe National Park, with 2 nights spent glamping alongside the Walawe River in full Safari style, surrounded by the vibrant Sri Lankan jungle.

This was the perfect taste tester of the beauty & culture that Sri Lanka has to offer! From beautiful train rides, to safaris, glamping, surfing, learning how tea is made, riding tuktuks, eating authentic food, elephant & turtle sanctuaries, lounging by the pool... this trip has a little bit of everything.

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Negombo & ends approx. 9:00am in Colombo. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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HIT THE SLOPES OF HAKUBA, JAPAN @_SHANN._

HAKUBA ROYAL HOTEL, HAKUBA

TRY AUTHENTIC GYOZA, TOKYO @OYASUMILINKSHINGAWA HOTEL, TOKYO

EAT MARKET FOOD, OSAKA @MORETHEMOLLIERLEARN TO MAKE SUSHI, TOKYO

SKI THE SLOPES OF HAKUBAMONTEREY GRASMERE HOTEL, OSAKA

VISIT TEMPLES, JAPAN @JASBRIELLECOO

VISIT KINKAKU-JI TEMPLE, KYOTO @MITCHC205

SNOW. SLEEP. REPEAT.

Love to ski or snowboard? In the colder

months, Japan becomes a glorious winter

wonderland, with some of the best ski spots

in the world - perfect for hitting the slopes

during the day, and relaxing with some sake

and an Onsen Hot Spring bath in the evening.


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The one that discovers Japan's iconic cities where ancient & modern collide including 4 days to hit the ski fields

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• Visit Peace Park & the Memorial museum in Hiroshima

F Check out the world famous Robot Restaurant Show, Tokyo for a display of robotics, dancing & pyrotechnics

• Witness the ordered chaos of Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo, rumoured the busiest intersection in the world

F Take a half day trip to Japan’s 8th century capital of Nara & see the giant bronze Buddha

F Enjoy a welcome dinner at a Izakaya, a Japanese pub in Osaka

F Taste delicate savoury pancakes with an Okonomiyaki lunch

• Hit the world-class ski & snowboard slopes of Hakuba


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DAY 1 OSAKAKonnichiwa friends: welcome to the land of the rising sun, famed for its beauty, culture, cuisine & just a touch of crazy. Get settled into your hotel before joining forces with your Trip Manager & travel crew, then we'll head out to explore the local area. Hotel

DAY 2 OSAKAUniversal Studios, Osaka Castle, iconic Dōtonbori - today is yours to take on Osaka as your heart desires. This evening, why not get to know your new travel friends over our Free Time Add-On foodie experience, a traditional Izakaya? Hotel (B)

F Izakaya Welcome Dinner

DAYS 3 - 4 KYOTOAfter breakfast in Osaka we head to Kyoto. We'll kick things off with a guided tour of this beautiful city: get your camera ready for temples, gardens, colourful shrines & famous geisha girls. On Day 4 you'll have a full free day to explore Kyoto your way. Hotel (B)(B)

• Guided sightseeing in Kyoto

F Half day trip to Nara

DAYS 5 - 6 HIROSHIMAAll aboard! A bullet train shoots us over to historic Hiroshima for 2 nights. We'll learn about the past & present of this noble city on a sightseeing tour, & we take a ferry to Miyajima island to see miniature deer & the Itsukushima Shrine. Hotel (B)(B)

• Peace Park & Peace Memorial Museum

• Itsukushima Shrine & Miyajima Island

F Okonomiyaki Lunch

DAYS 7 - 9 TOKYOFrom Hiroshima we travel to the bright lights of Tokyo. A sightseeing tour shows us the best bits, like the Harajuku district & Shibuya Crossing. We've also included a day trip to Hakone. With another full free day to explore, do Tokyo your way: just remember to check out the Onsen hot spring baths & Robot Restaurant. Hotel (B)(B)(B)

• Sightseeing tour including Imperial Palace, Asakusa Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Street, Meji Jingu Shrine & Shibuya Crossing

• Hakone day trip with Hakone ropeway

• Ashinoko Lake Cruise F Onsen Experience

F MariCar Tokyo Go-Cart Experience (International Driver's License required)

F Robot Restaurant Show

DAYS 10 - 12 HAKUBAAn included train takes us to Hakuba. Widely recognised as one of the world's best skiing spots, this winter paradise boasts 9 resorts, 135 lifts & over 200 runs. You have 3 nights to hit the slopes & live your best snow life. Hotel (B)(B)(B)

DAY 13 TOKYOAnd just like that, it's all over. Waving goodbye to Hakuba this morning, we'll trace our steps back to Tokyo, by jumping on the train. Your trip comes to an end in Tokyo, but you'll keep the memories (& photos) forever. (B)

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available. Trip spends Xmas in Hakuba. Trip spends Xmas in Hiroshima & NYE in Hakuba. Trip spends NYE in Kyoto. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Osaka & ends approx. 12:00pm in Tokyo. Note: You will need to make your own way to Tokyo Station on Day 10 to catch an included train to Nagano Station, you will also need to catch a local bus to Hakuba Station this is not included. For more information speak to your travel agent or visit contiki.com/transfers. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplements are available. Trip spends Xmas in Hakuba. Trip spends Xmas in Hiroshima & NYE in Hakuba. Trip spends NYE in Kyoto. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking. Trip starts 6:00pm in Osaka & ends approx. 12:00pm in Tokyo. Note: You will need to make your own way to Tokyo Station on Day 10 to catch an included train to Nagano Station, you will also need to catch a local bus to Hakuba Station this is not included. For more information speak to your travel agent or visit contiki.com/transfers. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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TRANSPORT

Always tailored to the location.

Think speedy internal flights, pop-

top safari vehicles in East Africa,

open sided game-viewers in South

Africa & cruising the Makgadikgadi

Salt Plains in a 4x4 so you’ve

always got the best view.

GAME DRIVES

All park fees and game drives are

included in your trip, so there’s

no hidden costs or surprises - just

the majestic wildlife you came for,

plus expert Local Guides to show

you around.

TRAVELLER PICK:

EAST AFRICA SAFARI

Since launch, our East Africa Safari trip has had exclusively 5* ratings from our travellers on Feefo

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travelling through this vast and

wild continent, supporting you

every step of the way and showing

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OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA

OPEN-TOP VEHICLES, TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK @COLW_O

SAFARI, CHOBE NATIONAL PARK @JESSENGLUND

GIRAFFE SANCTUARY, NAMIBIA

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A D V E N T U R E U N F I L T E R E D

THE MIDDLE EASTIsrael & Jordan

Hop in a 4x4 for a ride

through the pastel desert

of Wadi Rum, Petra, Jordan

Float in the eerie stillness

of the Dead Sea, Israel

Peruse Corinthian columns

and ancient ruins in the

old Greco-Roman city, of

Jerash, Jordan

Visit the Iraq Al-Amir

Women’s Cooperative

Society, Jordan

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lunch at the Red Sea resort

of Eilat, Israel

Explore the famous city of

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When it comes to unique experiences you’re spoilt for choice

in Africa - from Natural Wonders of the World like Victoria

Falls & Table Mountain to included safari drives in Africa’s

top National Parks and getting up close to elephants and

giraffes in wildlife sanctuaries, you’ll be able to do it all.

ACCOMMODATION

Luxury safari tents with proper linen, exclusive lodges

with swimming pools, tree-houses overlooking rivers

teeming with wildlife - our accommodation in Africa

always makes the most out of this beautiful continent.

Discover mystical ancient monuments, gilded cities that sparkle with history and

spirituality. These regions stir the soul like

ZAMBEZI RIVER RAFTING

IRAQ-AL AMIR, JORDAN @CHELSEAKAUAI

WADI RUM, JORDAN, @MORGAN.YATES

SAFARI CAMPING TENTS, SERENGETI

LUXURY SAFARI TENTS, MAASAI MARA @SHELBYYGRACE

MAASAI MARA COMMUNITY VISIT, KENYA @SHELBYYGRACE

PRIVATE SAFARI CAMP, CHOBE

BALLOON SAFARI, MAASAI MARA

JERUSALEM, ISRAEL @MORGAN.YATES

JERUSALEM, ISRAEL @MORGAN.YATES

SWIM IN THE DEAD SEA, ISRAEL @MORGAN.YATES

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 7:00pm in Jerusalem & ends approx. 10:00am in Tel Aviv. Note: Your trip price does not include the Border Tax - about $50US & Jordanian Visa where required. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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10 nights twin or twin-share

hotel accommodation

10 breakfasts (B)

1 lunch (L)

3 dinners (D)

Airport transfers &

air-conditioned coach,

1 internal flight

30 maximum group size

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The one that explores the birthplace of civilisation in 11 days, from vibrant culture to ancient relics

START 7PM JERUSALEM

DAY 1 JERUSALEM Welcome to Israel, where we’ll kick off our tour in the City of Gold. Check-in to your hotel this afternoon, before meeting the rest of your fellow Contiki travellers. (D)

DAYS 2 - 4 JERUSALEM Rise & shine, travellers - Jerusalem isn’t going to discover itself! A full day tour will get us up to speed with this ancient city, which dates back thousands of years. A visit to the Mount of Olives, a religious centre for Christianity, Islam & Judaism, will give us a breathtaking

view over the city. The next day we’ll discover Jerusalem’s distinctly modern flair: a few museum trips will show us how this city has developed to become a metropolis of vibrant culture. On Day 4 you have a full free day, with the opportunity to head out and experience the ancient allure of the Dead Sea and King Herod’s palace fortress of Masada, overlooking the Jordanian desert. (B) (B) (B)

• Visit Lions Gate

• Visit Dolorosa

• Visit Church of Holy Sepulchre via Dolorosa

• Visit Arab Market

• Visit Jewish Quarter

• Visit Western Wall

• Visit Vad Yashem Museum & Memorial

• Visit Israel Museum Dead Sea Scrolls & Second Temple Model

F Visit the ancient fortress of King Herod’s Palace in Masada

F Experience the surreal stillness of fl oating in the Dead Sea

DAY 5 AMMAN This morning we’ll cross the border into Jordan and pay a visit to the inspiring Iraq Al-Amir Women’s Co-operative before reaching the ancient Greco-Roman city of

Jerash with its Corinthian columns & ancient ruins. Later, we’ll head to the capital of Amman for a little sightseeing. A city tour will show us Amman’s highlights, including the amphitheatre & the citadel. (B, L )

• Tour of the ancient city of Jerash

• Visit Iraq Al-Amir women’s co-operative & enjoy an included lunch

• City tour of Amman

DAY 6 PETRA If you weren’t already in love with Jordan, you will be when we visit the Red Rose City of Petra. Framed by

mountains & carved out by the Nabateans, we’ll discover the Pharaoh’s Castle, the Triumphal Arch & the Treasury with a Local Guide. After a full day of ooh-ing and aah-ing, we’ll head back to our hotel for an included dinner. (B, D)

• Visit of Petra & see main monuments including Pharaohs Castle, The Triumphal Arch, the Amphitheatre & the Treasury

DAYS 7 - 8 EILAT On the road again, this time driving to the gorgeous desert vistas of Wadi Rum, where you’ll be intoxicated by ancient riverbeds & pastel colours. We’ll hop in a 4x4 for a desert tour before returning to Israel & the Red Sea resort of Eilat for some beachside chills. With a full next day to enjoy this coastal town, you’ll have the opportunity to join a relaxing boat cruise with lunch, or make the most of your free time to explore the Aquarium, hit the beach or laze by the pool. (B, D) (B)

F Eilat Boat Cruise

• Visit Wadi Rum & take a 4x4 tour across the desert

DAYS 9 - 10 TEL AVIV Today, we’ll swap ancient for modern as we take a speedy flight to the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv. This afternoon and all of tomorrow is ours to explore Tel Aviv at our own pace. In a city inundated with beaches, parks, museums, shopping centres & historical sites, boredom just simply isn’t an option. (B) (B)

F Tel Aviv Final Dinner

DAY 11 TEL AVIV After a filling Israeli breakfast, we’ll wrap up our Middle Eastern escapade with sorrow. Don’t forget to swap deets, we sense new adventures on the horizon… (B)

• Included transfers arranged to Ben Gurion Airport

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• Visit Wadi Rum & take a 4x4 tour across the desert

F Boat Cruise & Lunch on the Red Sea

• Visit Church of Holy Sepulchre, Arab Market, Jewish Quarter & Western Wall

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• Visit ‘The Shuk,’ aka Mahane Yehuda Market & have yourself a fully immersive foodie experience with a huge array of Israeli speciality delights

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The one that puts you in beachside Cape Town digs, with a hop-on hop-off pass to take you from wineries to Robben Island

START 2PM CAPE TOWN

DAY 1 CAPE TOWN Welcome to Cape Town! From sea to sky, this magnificent city will steal your heart. Upon arrival you'll check into the Mojo Hotel, just 50m from the promenade, & receive your hop on/hop off bus pass for the next few days. This is an unguided trip, but with your pass you have a whole city to explore. Make use of the food market attached to the hotel for dinner tonight. Hotel

DAY 2 CAPE TOWN After an included breakfast it's time to uncover everything Cape town has to offer! Today we strongly recommend a tour of Robben Island where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years in prison - book tickets in advance! Your hop-on/hop-off pass will take you directly to the ferry port. Spend the rest of the day taking in the views along the promenade or for the athletic - a hike up Lion's Head. Hotel (B)

• Drop at Waterfront for Robben Island Tour

DAY 3 CAPE TOWN Another day, another included breakfast & another opportunity to explore. Use this day to explore the magnificent Kirstenbosch Gardens, Monkey Jungle, World of Birds or relax on some of Cape Town's famed beaches. Your trip ends at 6pm this evening, but you'll never forget the views & adventures of Cape Town. (B)

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• Drops at Waterfront for Robben Island Tour

• Drops at Cape Town Beaches

• Drops at the Waterfront • Drops at Wine Estates

SEE EVEN MORE!Combine this trip with Cape,

Safari & Falls p.76 or South

African Safari p.79

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• Included Breakfast every morning

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The one that gives you a week of pure Maasai magic in picturesque Kenya

This trip is a section of our larger trip, East Africa Safari (See p.78). This means some of the group will continue to Arusha.

START 6PM NAIROBI

DAY 1 NAIROBI Touch down in Nairobi! You'll be greeted by a transfer rep & taken in private transportation to your accommodation for the night. Set your bags down at the hotel & feel the excitement build as your Trip Manager runs through the itinerary. This evening, head out for a local dinner with your new Contiki fam. Hotel

DAYS 2 - 3 MAASAI MARA We start with breakfast before meeting our Local

Guides & loading up in the safari vehicles for the start of our great Maasai Mara trip. We'll pass through the Great Rift Valley before we arrive at our lodge, with your first game drive in the afternoon. Day 3 is dedicated to a search for Africa's elusive big cats, with both a morning & evening game drive in the reserve famous for the Great Migration. Lodge (B, L, D) (B, L, D)

• Game drives in the Maasai Mara

F Morning Balloon Safari

DAY 4 LAKE ELEMENTAITA We'll treat ourselves to a spectacular morning drive in the Maasai Mara before we head north, passing through Lake Naivasha & Africa's Great Rift Valley. We wind

up on the shores of Lake Elementatita for a buffet dinner & accommodation this evening. Hotel (B, L, D)

• Morning Game Drive in the Maasai Mara

• See Lake Naivasha, fi lm setting for "Out of Africa"

DAYS 5 - 6 AMBOSELI Today we are lucky enough to get up & close to some of Africa's biggest animals at the Giraffe Centre & Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary, on our way to tonight's lodge at the edge of the Amboseli National Park. Next morning we'll set out for iconic shots of wildlife to a backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro. You'll have the chance to do a Maasai village tour before tonight, when we enjoy a Kenyan dinner. Lodge (B, L, D) (B, L, D)

• Get close to giraffes at the Giraffe Centre

• Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary visit

• Game drives in Amboseli National Park

F Maasai Village Tour

DAY 7 NAIROBI Our last day of this incredible trip will send us off with a bang after breakfast, including one last morning drive through the Amboseli to the Tanzania border, & then back up to Nairobi. With full hearts & memories, here is where we'll say fond farewells to our adventures in Africa & our new Contiki family. (B)

• Morning drive through Amboseli

• Included transfer to the airport or our hotel in Nairobi

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WHEN CAN I GO?

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F Balloon Safari F Maasai Village Tour • See Lake Naivasha, the

film setting for Out Of Africa


SEE EVEN MORECombine with Cape, Safari & Falls p.76 & save up to 5%

with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

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• Taste local cuisines in buffet meals at the Safari Lodges

• Picnic lunches while on Game Drives

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The one that will see you safari your way around Tanzania’s wondrous wildlife

This trip is part of a larger trip, East African Safari (See p.78). This means you’ll join a group who have been travelling from Nairobi.START 12 MIDDAY ARUSHA DAY 1 ARUSHA TO TARANGIRE Touch down in Africa at Kilimanjaro Airport & jump straight on the transfer to the start hotel. Your trip manager will meet you & your dventure will begin at the Shanga community project in Arusha followed by the drive to our first national park - Tarangire, home of elephants & Baobabs. Lodge (D)

• Shanga Community Project

DAY 2 TARANGIRE Today we’ll jump into the safari vehicles & depart for your first game drive and be on the lookout for wildlife like giraffes, antelope and hopefully some big cats in the beautiful Tarangire National Park. Lodge (B, L, D)

• Game drives in Tarangire National Park

DAYS 3 - 4 SERENGETI After breakfast we’ll enjoy incredible valley & crater views as we drive toward & through the endless vast plains of the Serengeti. Tonight our accommodation is luxury camping under the stars of the African sky. On Day 5 we

spend a full day seeking out the wildlife of Africa’s plains, including wildebeest, zebra & hopefully the predators pursuing them. (B, L, D) (B, L, D)

Luxury Safari Camping Special Stay

• Game drives in the Serengeti National Park

• Visit a local market F Balloon Safari

DAY 5 NGOROGORO CRATER Enjoy some breakfast before we depart the Serengeti with a morning game drive on our way back to Ngorongoro Crater: an ancient volcano, boasting

one of the highest densities of predators stalking the abundant wildlife enclosed inside the volcano’s centre. A true natural wonder, only found in Africa. African Lodge (B, L, D)

• Morning Game Drive in the Serengeti

• Game drive in Ngorogoro Crater

DAY 6 ARUSHA It’s our last chance to do some souvenir shopping this morning, before we enjoy a final spectacular view of the Great Rift Valley on our way back to Arusha. With full hearts & memories made, it’s time to say fond farewells to your new lifelong friends & to our

African adventure. (B,L) • Africa Galeria Souvenir Shop visit

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• View the wildlife hotspot of the Great Rift Valley

• Visit a local market near Tarangire

• African Galeria shopping visit

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Southern Africa too.

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If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 6:00pm in Cape Town & ends 7:30am in Kasane Airport or 10pm Victoria Falls. Local taxes, payments & service charges included. Accommodation for these departures will be based on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls - Livingstone, Zambia. Accommodation for these departures will be based on the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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The one that combines the city of Cape Town, the wildlife of Kruger National Park & adrenaline-rush activities in Victoria Falls

This trip is a section of our larger trip, Southern Africa Safari (see p.79.) This means some of the group will continue to Makgadikgadi after Chobe.

START 6PM CAPE TOWN

DAY 1 CAPE TOWNThe adventure begins! We’ll

get to know each other over your choice of dinner at the food market next door. Hotel (D)

DAYS 2 - 3 CAPE TOWNOur time here is dedicated to sightseeing, starting with a cable car ride up Table Mountain & a city tour of Cape Town. On Day 3, take advantage of excursions to Cape Point, Boulders Beach & vineyards. Hotel (B)(B)

• Visit Table Mountain • Cape Town City Tour • Cape Town Waterfront • Cape Town Dinner F Marine Safari Cruise

F Peninsula & Penguins F Vineyards & Views F Township Tour

DAYS 4 - 5 KRUGER NATIONAL PARKAfter a short flight to Johannesburg we’ll drive to Kruger National Park. Tomorrow will be dedicated to venturing through this game-dense park. Lodge (B,D)(B,D)

• Game drives in Kruger National Park

DAY 6 EMALAHLENIKeep your eyes peeled for any movement of giraffe,

hyena, antelope or cheetah lurking deep in the bush. Hotel (B)

• Anti-poaching Experience

• Morning Game Drive in the Kruger National Park

DAYS 7 - 8 VICTORIA FALLSAfter a flight from Johannesburg, we’ll arrive

at Victoria Falls to explore one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world. Opt for the sunset cruise, try a bungee jump, swing or zip line over the Zambezi river, or sign up for white water rafting. Hotel (B,L)(B)

• Walk along Victoria Falls F Sunset Boat Cruise F Bungee Jump F Bridge Swing F Zip line F Zambezi River Rafting

DAY 9 CHOBEToday is non-stop action adventure as we drive along the Chobe river, surrounded by wilderness that houses the largest density of elephants in the world. (B,D)

Special Stay Contiki Safari Camp

• Afternoon Game Drive in Chobe National Park

F Scenic Helicopter fl ight over the falls

DAY 10 CHOBEWe’ll have breakfast at sunrise & depart on a morning game drive. Lodge (B)

• Morning Game Drive in the Chobe National Park

F Wildlife Cruise & Dinner

DAY 11 CHOBEIt’s time for our last breakfast together this morning before you’re dropped off at Kasane Airport or make the journey back to Victoria Falls. (B)

END 7:30AM KASANE AIRPORT OR 10PM VICTORIA FALLS

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F Taste some of the world’s best wine in the vineyards of Cape Point

F Chobe River sunset cruise • See local villages &

townships on drive days

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• Campfire dinners in National Parks

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The one that offers wildlife viewing, culture & adventure in the breathtaking Okavango Delta & Namibian deserts

This trip is a section of our larger trip, Southern Africa Safari (See p.79). This means you’ll join a group who have been travelling from Cape Town.

START 8:30AM KASANE DAY 1 MAKGADIKGADIDumela Botswana! We’ll head south today from Kasane to Gweta Lodge, where on route you can opt to cruise the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans in our open top safari jeeps, stopping off at a wild meerkat colony. End the day around the bar for our first night in Africa together. Lodge

F Makgadikgadi Salt Pans & Meerkat visit

DAYS 2 - 3 OKAVANGO DELTAToday we’re headed to Contiki’s exclusive Safari

Camp, where we’ll enjoy a campfire dinner beneath a starswept sky. The next day is all about game drives in the Okavango Delta with an optional Mokoro Boat Trip, and an incredible night drive in the bush. (B,D)(B,L,D)


• Morning, Afternoon & Night Game Drives of the Okavango Delta in Game-Viewer Vehicles

F Mokoro Boat Trip

DAY 4 MAUNAfter a morning game drive, we’ll head to Maun & our lodge for the night. This afternoon opt to soar over the delta on a helicopter, or relax by the lodge pool. This evening you can choose a dinner & show, with young people from the local community performing on

the theme of conservation. Lodge (B)

• Morning Game Drive of the Okavango Delta in Game-Viewer Vehicles

F Delta Helicopter Flights F Magic Beans Dinner & Show

DAY 5 CAPRIVI STRIPAfter a hot breakfast we’re headed to the Namibian border. From here we’ll reach the Mahango Game Reserve for yet another eye-widening game drive, before kicking back at our unique accommodation for the night: treehouses overlooking the rushing Kavango River. Special Stay (B,L)

Special Stay Ngepi Lodge Treehouses

• Game Drive in Mahango

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DAY 6 GROOTFONTEINThis morning will be a relaxed one as you can opt for a sleep in or one of the activities around our treehouses. We’ll depart in the late morning for Roy’s Camp, located on one of the oldest farms in the area. Lodge (B)

DAYS 7 - 8 ETOSHAAfter breakfast we’ll visit an indigenous village to immerse ourselves in their cultures & way of living, before reaching our accommodation outside Etosha, relaxing by the pool & enjoying a buffet dinner. The next day we’ll explore Etosha National Park with its huge Salt Pan & waterholes teeming with wildlife. Lodge (B,D)(B)

• Ju/Hoansi Living Museum Indigenous Village Visit

• Morning Etosha Game Drive

F Afternoon Etosha Game Drive

DAYS 9 - 10 SWAKOPMUNDIt’s time to head to coastal Swakopmund where you can opt for a dinner of German & local cuisine. The next day we’ll drive past Dune 7, the tallest dune in Namibia, and choose from an afternoon of optional activities. Hotel (B)(B)

• See Dune 7 - the Tallest Dune in Namibia

F Sandboarding F Ocean Activities

DAY 11 SOSSUSVLEIFollowing breakfast we’ll take a scenic drive to our desert accommodation. Arriving late evening, we’ll find our own dinner & tuck in early. Hotel (B)

DAY 12 WINDHOEKUp bright & early, we’ll head to Sossusvlei to explore. After hiking up Big Daddy & gawking the petrified trees in Death Valley, we’ll take the drive up to Windhoek, with an optional final dinner at the legendary Joe’s Beerhouse. Cheers! Hotel (B)

F Joe’s Beerhouse Final Dinner

• Explore Sossusvlei

DAY 13 WINDHOEKA cooked breakfast at the hotel will mark the end of the trip. It’s time to say our sad farewells, but we’ll never forget the times we shared under African skies. (B)

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F Spot wildlife on the waterways of the Okavango Delta on a Mokoro Boat Ride

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F Eat a German inspired meal in Swakopmund

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10 dinners (D)

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The one that combines the lush Kenyan plains & abundant Tanzanian wildlife in one, packed with all the essentials included

This trip does it all, but some travellers will only do a section of it ending in Amboseli.START 6PM NAIROBI

DAY 1 NAIROBIIn Nairobi a private transfer will whisk you to your accommodation for the night. Then you’ll head out for a local dinner with your new Contiki crew. Hotel

DAYS 2 - 3 MAASAI MARAWe start with breakfast before meeting our Local Guides & jumping in safari vehicles for the start of our Maasai Mara adventure. The next 2 days are dedicated to a search for Africa’s elusive big cats, with game drives in the reserve famous for the Great Migration. Lodge (B,L,D)(B,L,D)

• Game drives in the Maasai Mara

F Morning Balloon Safari

DAY 4 LAKE ELEMENTAITAWe’ll treat ourselves to a morning drive in the Maasai Mara before heading north, passing through Lake Naivasha & winding up on the shores of Lake Elementatita. Hotel (B,L,D)

• Morning Game Drive in the Maasai Mara

• See Lake Naivasha, fi lm setting for ‘Out of Africa’

DAYS 5 - 6 AMBOSELIToday we’re lucky enough to get up close to some of Africa’s biggest animals at the Giraffe Centre & Elephant Orphanage

Sanctuary. You’ll have the chance to do a Maasai village tour before a final Kenyan dinner tonight. Lodge (B,L,D)(B,L,D)


• Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary visit

• Game drives in Amboseli National Park

F Maasai Village Tour

DAY 7 ARUSHA TO TARANGIREAfter a game drive in Amboseli we’ll cross the border into Tanzania & head to Arusha. Here we’ll visit the Shanga community project, supporting local people with disabilities to make arts & crafts. Lodge (B,D)

F Morning Game Drive in Amboseli

F Visit Shanga Community Project

DAY 8 TARANGIREToday we’ll jump into the safari vehicles & depart for a game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant Baobab trees, herds of elephants & beautiful landscapes. Lodge (B,L,D)

• Game drives in Tarangire National Park

DAYS 9 - 10 SERENGETIAfter breakfast we’ll drive toward & through the vast plains of the Serengeti. Tonight our accommodation is luxury camping under the stars of the African sky. On Day 5 we spend a full day seeking out the wildlife of Africa’s plains. (B,L,D)(B,L,D)

Luxury Safari Camping Special Stay

• Game drives in the Serengeti National Park

• Visit a local market F Balloon Safari

DAY 11 NGOROGORO CRATEREnjoy some breakfast before we depart the Serengeti with a morning game drive on our way back to Ngorogoro Crater: an ancient volcano, boasting one of the highest densities of predators & abundant wildlife enclosed inside the volcano’s centre Hotel (B,L,D)

• Morning Game Drive in the Serengeti

• Game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater

DAY 12 ARUSHAIt’s your last chance to do some souvenir shopping this morning, before we enjoy a

final spectacular view of the Rift Valley on our way back to Arusha. Then it’s time to say fond farewells to your new lifelong friends, & to our African adventure. (B)

• Africa Galeria Souvenir Shop visit

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• View the wildlife hotspot of the Great Rift Valley

F Visit a Maasai Village on a locally guided tour

• Visit a local market near Tarangire

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• Taste local cuisines in buffet meals at Safari Lodges

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WHEN CAN I GO?

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SEE EVEN MORE!Want to explore even more of Africa? Combine with Cape,

Safari & Falls p.76 & save up to 5% with our multi-trip

discount on selected departures.

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The one that delivers the ultimate safari adventure through Africa featuring Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Botswana & Namibia

This one doesn’t just explore the gorgeous city of Cape Town and thundering might of Victoria Falls - it also takes a wild safari through Kruger, before exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Botswana and Namibia, with heaps of included game drives, luxe lodges with swimming pools and interactions with indigenous communities. This is the ultimate African adventure, unfiltered.

This trip does it all, but some travellers will only do a section of it and will come and go depending on their booking.

START 6PM CAPE TOWN

DAY 1 CAPE TOWNThe adventure begins in Cape Town. Hotel (D)

DAYS 2 - 3 CAPE TOWNHotel (B)(B)

• Visit Table Mountain • Cape Town City Tour • Cape Town Waterfront F Marine Safari Cruise F Peninsula & Penguins F Township Tour

DAYS 4 - 5 KRUGER NATIONAL PARKLodge (B,D)(B,D)

• Game drives in Kruger

DAY 6 EMALAHLENIHotel (B)

• Anti-poaching Experience

• Morning Game Drive in Kruger

DAYS 7 - 8 VICTORIA FALLSHotel (B,L)(B)

• Walk along Victoria Falls F Sunset Boat Cruise F Bungee Jump F Bridge Swing F Zip line F Zambezi River Rafting

DAY 9 CHOBE (B,D)


• Afternoon Game Drive in Chobe National Park

F Scenic Helicopter fl ight

DAY 10 CHOBELodge (B)

• Morning Game Drive in Chobe

F Wildlife Cruise & Dinner

DAY 11 MAKGADIKGADISee the salt pans. (B)

DAY 12-13 OKAVANGO DELTALodge (B,D) Special Stay (B,D)(B,L,D)

F Makgadikgadi Salt Pans & Meerkat visit Special Stay Contiki Safari Camp

• Morning, Afternoon & Night Game Drives of the Okavango Delta

F Mokoro Boat Trip

DAY 14 MAUNLodge (B)

• Morning Game Drive of the Okavango Delta

F Delta Helicopter Flights F Magic Beans Dinner & Show

DAY 15 CAPRIVI STRIPSpecial Stay (B,L)

• Game Drive in Mahango Game Reserve Special Stay Ngepi Lodge Treehouses

DAY 16 GROOTFONTEINLodge (B)

DAYS 17 - 18 ETOSHALodge (B,D)(B)

• Ju/Hoansi Living Museum Indigenous Village Visit

F Morning & Afternoon Etosha Game Drives

DAYS 19 - 20 SWAKOPMUNDHotel (B)(B)

• See Dune 7 - the Tallest Dune in Namibia

F Sandboarding F Ocean Activities

DAY 21 SOSSUSVLEIHotel (B)

DAY 22 WINDHOEKHotel (B)


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SUMMER 2020/21 | CODE: BBKJ | START CAPE TOWN & FINISH WINDHOEK

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Town Explorer? see p.73

CONTIKI.COM/SOUTHERN-AFRICA-SAFARI

WHEN CAN I GO?

If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 6:00pm in Cape Town & ends approx. 10:00am in Windhoek. Accommodation for these departures will be based on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls. Accommodation for these departures will be based on the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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Zanzibar, Tanzania @med j y9kidtfevkgKwenda Hotel, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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CONTIKI.COM/ZANZIBAR-BEACH ZANZIBAR BEACH ESCAPE 4 DAYS

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3 breakfasts (B)

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See p.82 for more info

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DAY 1 ZANZIBAR Ready for bliss? You've arrived in the home of white sand beaches, sparkling turquoise waters, & the ancient seat of Sultans. You'll be picked up from Zanzibar Airport & transferred to the Kwenda Rocks Beach Hotel to spend your next few days at leisure. Hotel

DAYS 2 - 3 ZANZIBAR The next two days are yours to spend living your best island life. Try sunbathing with fresh coconut in hand, check out the hotel's beachfront spa for a soothing massage, sign up for a diving trip or

swim in the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. If you're up for making a night of it, head to the beach for some moonlit nightlife. Hotel (B) (B)

DAY 4 ZANZIBAR Enjoy your last breakfast in this island paradise before check out at 10am. You'll be transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight. (B)

WHEN CAN I GO?

F Day-trip to Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

F Visit Prison Island & see giant tortoises

F Feast on delicious local seafood

F Diving F Snorkelling

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Note: The above trip departs daily 13th January 2020 - 31st March 2021. If you are travelling solo we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Full Moon supplements apply 8th February 2020, 7th March 2020, 11th April 2020, 9th May 2020, 6th June 2020, 4th July 2020, 1st August 2020, 5th September 2020, 3rd October 2020, 31st October 2020, 28th November 2020, 31st December 2020, 30th January 2021, 27th February 2021 & 27th March 2021 Xmas & NYE supplements apply 25th - 26th December 2020 & 2nd - 6th January 2021. Single room supplements are available upon request. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product or a group tour.

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Zanzibar, Tanzania

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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

CONTIKI.COM/ZANZIBAR-RESORT ZANZIBAR RESORT ESCAPE 4 DAYS

3 NIGHTS

3 nights twin-share in

Zanzibar Beach Resort Hotel

3 breakfasts (B)

Arrival transfer to the hotel

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See p.82 for more info

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DAY 1 ZANZIBAR And...relax! You've arrived in the home of white sand beaches, sparkling turquoise waters, & the ancient seat of Sultans. You'll be picked up from Zanzibar Airport & transferred to the Zanzibar Beach Resort to spend the next few days at leisure. Hotel

DAY 2 ZANZIBAR The days are yours to spend living your best island life. Today you could take a trip to one of Zanzibar's white-sand beaches, or head down to the nearby UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Town to explore the cobbled streets and crumbling colonial facades. Hotel (B)

DAY 3 ZANZIBAR Today is another free day to explore more of the island. Or maybe you want to feast on seafood and kick back poolside, working on your tan. That's fine too... Hotel (B)

DAY 4 ZANZIBAR Enjoy your last breakfast in this island paradise before check-out at 10am. You'll be transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight. (B)

WHEN CAN I GO? F Day-trip to Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

F Visit Prison Island & see giant tortoises

F Feast on delicious local seafood

GOT MORE TIME?If four days isnt enough see

contiki.com/zanzibar-resort

for our 5 & 6 day option.

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Marangu Kili Climb,Tanzania @tom-cleary

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

CONTIKI.COM/MARANGU-KILIMANJARO MARANGU KILI CLIMB 7 DAYS

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6 breakfasts (B)

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START 6PM KILIMANJARO AIRPORT DAY 1 MOSHI TOWN From Kilimanjaro airport you'll be picked up & dropped in Moshi Town, where you'll

have a climb briefing, dinner, & time to prepare before bunking down. Hotel (D)

DAY 2 MARANGU HUT We set off from the National Park Gate at Marangu with 3-4 hours climbing ahead of us. Mountain Hut (B, L, D)

DAY 3 HOROMBO We start with a steep ascent through the forest, opening out to grassy moorland. Mountain Hut (B, L, D)

DAY 4 KIBO Today we climb gradually towards the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi & Kibo. Mountain Hut (B, L, D)

DAY 5 HOROMBO (UHURU PEAK) Rise & shine! Our aim is to reach Gilman's Point, 5-6 hours away, by sunrise. Another 2 hours of hiking past glaciers will take you to Africa's highest point, Uhuru Peak. Success! Mountain Hut (B, L, D)

DAY 6 MOSHI TOWN Remember to say goodbye to your guides, cooks, & porters since you will be leaving them in Moshi Town. Hotel (B, L, D)

DAY 7 MOSHI TOWN The morning transfer takes you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for a final goodbye. (B)

END AFTER BREAKFAST KILIMANJARO AIRPORT

WHEN CAN I GO?

• Train your eyes for monkey-spotting at Mandara Huts

• Enjoy views of Kibo & Mawenzi peaks, Kilimanjaro

GOT MORE TIME?Marangu climbs are ideally

added to the end of Taste of

Tanzania (See p.75) & East

Africa Safari (See p.78).

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If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 6:00pm & end after breakfast. Note: This trip departs frequently with multiple departures per week in high season & requires a minimum of two people on the trip to operate - please contact us directly for availability or refer to contiki.com/kilimanjaro-marangu. These are small group tours & will not have a Contiki Trip Manager but a Local Guide. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product. Trips are subject to availability & are on request basis only.

SUMMER 2020/21 | CODE: BBGT | START ENTEBBE & FINISH ENTEBBE

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Reserve, Uganda

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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

CONTIKI.COM/GORILLA-TREK GORILLA TREK 4 DAYS

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3 nights in African Lodges

3 breakfasts (B)

3 lunches (L)

3 dinners (D)

• See Ugandan villages & beautiful agricultural countryside

F Visit a Ugandan Community village

F Discover the Batwa culture & traditions in a locally hosted experience

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START 7AM ENTEBBE AIRPORT

DAY 1 BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST RESERVE Upon arrival at Entebbe airport, you'll be met by a rep who will introduce you to your Team & Driver guide. Today is spent driving from the Lake Victoria Basin to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, passing Ugandan villages & beautiful countryside before the Kigezui mountains. African Lodge (L, D)

DAY 2 BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST RESERVE This is the day you've been waiting for. After an early breakfast, we'll drive to the nearby park offices to attend a gorilla briefing. Our gorilla trek begins! Once we find the gorilla family, you'll get to spend up to an hour with them. Return to the park for a gorilla trekking certificate. African Lodge (B, L, D)

• Gorilla Trek, Incl up to 1 hour with Gorilla group

F Community village visit (time permitting)

F Batwa cultural experience (time permitting)

DAY 3 LAKE MBURO After breakfast, we take a morning drive through terraced evergreen mountains & stop at Mantana Lake Tented Camp for lunch. A late afternoon game drive takes you wildlife-spotting, this time for Zebra, Impala, Topi, Cape Buffalo & other plains game. African Lodge (B, L, D)

• Afternoon Game Drive

DAY 4 ENTEBBE Rise & shine for a final morning game drive followed by breakfast at the camp. After breakfast you'll get driven back to Entebbe & dropped at the airport for your onward flight. It's

goodbye for now but you'll leave with plenty of photos & memories to revisit this adventure for a long time to come. (B)

END 1PM ENTEBBE AIRPORT

WHEN CAN I GO?

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If you are travelling solo we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 1:00pm. Note: This trip departs frequently with multiple per week in high season & requires a minimum of two people on the trip to operate - please contact us directly for availability or refer to contiki.com/gorilla-trek. Gorilla permits are US$683, there needs to be a minimum of 2 travellers for the trip to run. Subject to Gorilla permit availability. Permits need to be purchased up front & are not refundable. If permits can only be acquired in the Ruhija sector then an additional fee will be charged. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED THE ESSENTIALSAll accommodation, transport, and a good handful of meals are included in the cost of your Contiki trip (in most regions we offer breakfast every day, plus a cherry-picked selection of authentic and tasty meals). Also our Included Experiences, which are basically the sights and activities we think you just can’t afford to miss. And then of course you also get our expert and highly trained team of Contiki staff; our Trip Managers, and English speaking Local Guides. Plus we include all private coach transport and internal flights (check your itinerary). We also include sightseeing tours of all major cities and orientations in all other destinations, and Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDEDFlights and airport transfers to and from your start and end destination are not included in the cost of your trip. We also keep a number of meal times free for you to explore a region and its foodie offerings in greater detail, so budgeting for non-catered meals is important. In terms of activities, we also offer Free Time Add-Ons, which are not included in the overall price. If you’re hitting the slopes with us in Japan, we can point you in the right direction for ski & snowboard hire or lessons if you need to brush up on your skills. If you have your own kit, you’ll also need to budget any excess baggage fees, or additional transfer charges, and any tips for porters. Travel insurance and visas are also not included in the cost of your trip, and need to be booked separately.

AIRFARESFlights as specified on individual trip itineraries are included as part of the

price. As detailed within our Booking Conditions (p.83) under ‘General’ we rely on international conventions regarding air travel & other transportation as specified. Through enrolment & payment for your trip you acknowledge & accept such. Individual electronic tickets may not be issued to you prior to travel due to the group nature of the air/flight booking. In such circumstances you acknowledge that by receipt of any applicable boarding pass &/or by boarding the aircraft you have accepted the airline’s terms & conditions of travel & the application of all relevant International Conventions & applicable national & international law governing air transportation.

VISA REQUIREMENTSVisas are super important and are essential for entering certain countries.

You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your trip. Sometimes the requirements and cost of entering and leaving a country can change. In Asia & Africa, you might be able to purchase your visa at the border. At contiki.com/travel-resources we have info on all of the countries that we visit in Asia and you can learn about the specific requirements for each place. Contact your travel agent (if applicable) or check out a visa service well in advance to determine which visas you require and how to get them. Your passport will need to be valid for at least six months after your arrival. Without enough validity, authorities may deny your entry into a country, even if you’re only staying for a short while.

IMPORTANT1. Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is normally charged.

2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause you to miss part of your trip & will result in you incurring considerable expense & inconvenience.

3. It is better to apply for all visas through your travel agent or local consular services before you leave home. Be aware that some visas can be purchased & arranged on arrival.

4. It is very important that the entry & exit dates are correct on the visa. Your travel agent will contact Contiki for full details.

SLEEPINGWHERE WILL I STAY?

ASIA: Our hotel accommodation is always twin-share (except in some Unique Special Stays and on overnight trains), staying in superior tourist class hotels, many of which are centrally located, with great facilities. Twin-share is 2 people sharing, either travelling together or as a same-sex room match. We also offer upgrades to single rooms for a supplement and savings on triple room options on Japan Unrivalled. Please note that on rare occasions the availability of single rooms at some

You’ll also find out where your Contiki Trip will start and exactly what accommodation you’ll be staying in. You’ll be able to see & download your docs approx. 21 days before your trip departure, saving time & trees (we even plant one for every traveller that selects eDocs!).

TRAVEL INSURANCE DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE?

A simple one - yes. It’s essential that you take out travel insurance to cover the likes of cancellation, personal injury and medical expenses before you travel with Contiki. We advise you to get travel insurance that covers cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal property. It’s also super important to check that your insurance covers all of the activities you’ll be partaking in, particularly any adventure activities for all you adrenaline junkies. Visit contiki.com/insurance for more information on this.

PACKINGHOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING?

• For our Asian trips, you can bring one decent sized suitcase, approximately 29” × 20” × 10” (73cm x 50cm x 25cm) up to 20 kilos (44lbs.) plus one small day bag that can go on the coach with you. Please don’t bring metal frame backpacks they are hard to pack & damage other luggage. For the Japan Winter Wonder trip, one set of skis or snowboard and boots is permitted. Charges may apply for additional equipment.

• On some overnight Special Stays you may have to store your main luggage and utilise your smaller bag. On trips with included flights, your luggage should not exceed the weight restrictions imposed by airlines. Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger & heavier suitcases on trip. We suggest that you use a backpack/rucksack but it’s not required. Wheeled suitcases can be used on Contiki trips in Asia.

• Some Africa trips have strict 15kg (30lbs) max limitations, & you may be charged a fee for any excess weight, see Booking Conditions (p.83).

• On trips with included flights as part of the itinerary, your luggage should not exceed the weight restrictions imposed by airlines. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred for overweight luggage. You are responsible for carrying your own luggage. Luggage is at the owner’s risk and insurance is strongly recommended.

FREE TIME ADD-ONSARE FREE TIME ADD-ON ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE

COST OF MY TRIP? No, these experiences are an additional cost and are not included in the price of your Contiki trip. However, thanks to our long-standing relationships with suppliers, you can be safe in the knowledge that you are getting the best deal when booking one of our Add-Ons. Look out for the F symbol on our trip pages for the Add-Ons available on each trip. These will also be listed in your travel documents.

HOW DO I PAY FOR FREE TIME ADD-ONS?Payment for your Free Time Add-Ons is made direct to your Trip Manager on your trip. You can choose to pay in cash (local currency) or on some trips USD cash. Note: It’s a good idea to let your bank know you’re travelling & check if there is a daily transaction limit, so you always have access to money when you need it. Note: Ask your Trip Manager for details when you start your trip.

MONEYWHAT WILL I NEED MONEY FOR ON TRIP?

In terms of spending money, you’ll need to budget for the following:• Any meals (normally lunches and dinners) that

are not included. If you search for your trip at contiki.com, you’ll be able to see the total number of meals included in the cost of your trip.

• Any Free Time Add-Ons you would like to do on your trip.

• Any additional sightseeing you plan on doing in your Free Time, that is not covered either by our Included Experiences or Free Time Add-Ons.

• Any additional personal expenses. This includes alcohol, shopping, and any evening entertainment not included.

hotels can be limited. There is WiFi at almost all hotel accommodation so you can gram/snap/chat to your heart’s content. Note: On occasion, due to reasons outside our control, alternative hotels may be used. Whilst it is always our intention to use hotels of a similar standard & location, no liability can be accepted for any variation of either. WiFi is not available at remote Special Stays.

AFRICA: Our African trips stay in a variety of accommodation styles including Hotels, Safari Lodges and Luxury Safari Tents. All of which are of a very high standard within the countries you are travelling. The Kili Climb trips and our one night in Chobe on the Cape, Safari & Falls trip will be very basic camping fitting to the location, however, these locations will be some of the most spectacular of the trip.

OVERLAPPING TRIPSTo offer our travellers more flexibility around when they start and how long they travel for, some of our trips are sections of larger itineraries. This means that some of them overlap - for example, some of your group may have already been travelling before you join them, and may continue travelling after your adventure has come to an end. You can see if your trip is part of a larger itinerary on the trip page.

CONTIKI GLOSSARYVISIT Your trip includes a stop and you’ll get the opportunity to visit a specific site.

SEE/VIEW You will drive/pass by the site so that you can see it.

SIGHTSEEING TOUR A guided tour of a city or site.

ORIENTATION TOUR Places of interest are pointed out, allowing you to go and explore them in your own time.

MAKING YOUR BOOKING

LOYALTY DISCOUNTBeen on a Contiki before? Welcome back! You’re part of our Contiki family, and that means you’re eligible for up to 5%* off trips around the world! We’ve even wrangled deals for you across all our TTC sister brands (ttc.com). Be sure to give our team a call to check what discount you can get before you book. *Check out contiki.com/deals for all the details.

WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY? We get that sometimes plans change unexpectedly, so our cancellation policy offers you absolute flexibility and comes in two parts:

The Freedom Guarantee policy ensures that even if your travel plans change, you’ll never

miss out or be charged fees for changing your booking. If you want to change the dates of your trip, swap onto another trip or even change your trip for a different region entirely, that’s all possible, without incurring fees*.

FLEXDEPOSIT FlexDeposit is a policy you automatically get once you’ve paid a deposit on any Contiki trip, and works as credit towards a future Contiki adventure, ensuring your deposit money isn’t lost if you can’t travel on your original trip as intended. FlexDeposit can be used up until your 36th birthday, after which time it can then be transferred for use with any other travel brand within The Travel Corporation family of brands. It can also be gifted to a friend within 5 years of the original booking date. * You can find out more about both policies in the

T&C’s on p.83 & by visiting: contiki.com/freedomguarantee

NOW THAT YOU’VE BOOKED

REGISTER AT MYCONTIKImy.contiki.com

Just like you, we want your trip to run as smoothly as possible, so before you travel, make sure you register your details online at MyContiki. Look out for this icon at contiki.com to sign up. This only takes a few minutes and means we’ll have info on:

• Your personal details, including your email address and phone number.

• Your emergency contact info and travel insurance details, just in case we need it.

• Any dietary, medical or other special requirements you may have.

BEFORE YOU BOOK NO COMPULSORY TIPPING - REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE!Within Asia, in service industries tipping is common practice. All other tipping is entirely optional, and not an expectation. If you feel your Contiki Team has delivered an outstanding level of service throughout your trip you may wish to tip them, but this is at your discretion, no one else’s.

HEALTHDO I NEED VACCINATIONS FOR ASIA?At the time this brochure went to press(September, 2019), the following immunisations are recommended for travellers in Southeast Asia by the CDC (US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention): • Diphtheria & tetanus • Typhoid• Hepatitis A • Rabies• Japanese Encephalitis • Hepatitis B• Measles (MMR)

Zika, Malaria & Dengue Fever may also be present within this region. You should consult a travel doctor who specialises in travel medicines or your local doctor to advise on what vaccinations and/or preventative medicines would be required. Don’t forget to bring with you any medication that you may require en route such as antihistamines, antibiotics, etc.

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS FOR AFRICA?In general when travelling in Africa we recommend you consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information, necessary vaccinations and anti-malarial requirements before departure. Yellow Fever: A valid international certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever is required in many countries. It may be requested on arrival but when crossing between Kenya and Tanzania (land or air) you WILL have to present it and may even be asked for it to re-enter your home country. A Yellow Fever certificate is therefore NECESSARY to acquire prior to departing your home country. Malaria: Preventative and anti-malarial medication is highly advised.

SAFETY INFORMATIONSecurity is a major concern to all of us and the situation globally is constantly changing. Events around the world, coupled with the “Travel Advisories”

put out by various governments, may at times necessitate changes to the accommodations and itinerary or even trip cancellation. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for further information in this regard. You must accept these risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security difficulties and accept responsibility for your own travel decisions.

BOOKING SECURITYContiki has been running trips for young people since 1962 & in all countries we fully comply with local

Travel Industry Laws.

BROCHURE AUTHENTICITYWe have put a great deal of effort into producing this brochure. The information given & literature produced by Contiki has been compiled with care & is published in good faith (this includes contiki.com & our ebrochures). Sometimes, because of circumstances outside our control, we have to alter some activities due to seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, etc., especially early or late in the season. If this happens, alternatives will be arranged.

PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITSPhotos courtesy of © Aqueen Jalan Besar, Singapore p.12, Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Aqueen Jalan Besar, Singapore p.12, Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Charm Churee Resort, Koh Tao, Thailand, p.12, Beach View. Photos courtesy of © Neo + Hotel, Penang Malaysia, p.12 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Nouvo City Hotel, Bangkok, p.27 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Udalawawe River Glamping, Sri Lanka, p.37 Glamping. Photos courtesy of © Hakuba Royal Hotel, Hakuba, p.67 Hotel Exterior. Photos courtesy of © Shingawa Hotel, Japan, p.67 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Monterey Grasmere Hotel, Osaka, p.67 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Zanzibar Beach Resort Hotel, Zanzibar, Tanzania, p.80 Hotel Pool.

Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below. Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below.

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OUR RESPONSIBILITIES1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATIONOn receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract is only made between you and us upon your booking being confirmed and accepted by us and our communication thereof to either you or your travel agent.2. PRICE GUARANTEEPrices in this brochure are based on costs and exchange rates as at 16th July, 2019. Should these costs change, it may be necessary to make a surcharge on the price of your holiday. If a booking is made and confirmed at a price which is erroneous we may correct our error by notifying you. Unless we agree to honour the erroneous price, you will have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification without penalty. Should the total trip price increase by more than 10% you will have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification without penalty. No surcharge in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once payment of the deposit for your land trip has been received. This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges and does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced.3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your booking in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. For a coach holiday to operate successfully a minimum number of travellers is required. Should the numbers on your holiday fail to reach this minimum Contiki reserves the right to cancel your holiday giving a minimum of 6 week’s notice. 3.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we will give you reasonable notice thereof, in the circumstances, and where available, offer you a comparable or better alternative.3.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another Contiki holiday without payment of any transfer fee.3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure (i.e. circumstances like political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, closure of airports or ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyond Contiki’s control) we will give a full refund of any monies paid to us less reasonable expenses incurred by us in respect of your booking.3.5 Contiki is not responsible for the costs of any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations or rescheduling of any trip departure.4. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS4.1 Throughout this brochure reference is made to the standard of accommodation, meal plans, transportation and included extras that make up your Contiki Holiday.4.2 At the time this brochure went to press (September, 2019) all Contiki’s holidays and included extras as described on the trip pages throughout this brochure were available.4.3 With respect to our touring program Contiki will do our best, at our discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing trips and transportation to give you good value for money. 4.4 When winter brochures are released, these prices supersede any winter trip prices in the summer brochure4.5 Contiki constantly strives to improve trip itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations. 4.6 We reserve the right to alter or substitute the type, size of vehicle and/or the style of transport mentioned in the brochure, resulting in occasionally having to utilise transport without some of the features promoted including WiFi & power outlets. 5. LIABILITY5.1 Your travel agent shall, on the receipt of any monies, hold such monies for you until the booking is confirmed at which time those monies shall be remitted promptly by your travel agent to us. All such monies received by us will be deposited as required by law.5.2 We will be entitled to keep for each account any interest earned on such monies.5.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travel agent or otherwise, whether in respect of the deposit or full payment, may be disbursed by us as and when we see fit, in respect of the services to be provided and/or fees payable under your selected holiday. The payment of a deposit or any other monies in respect of your holiday shall be deemed to be an authorisation to disburse thereof as aforesaid.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of US$200, per person per trip, or the full amount payable if booking is made within 45 days of departure from your home country, must be submitted to Contiki by you in respect of that holiday. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first instalment of the holiday price by Contiki only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent.1.2 Deposit and final payment will be converted to the local currency at point of booking. Conversion is based on the prevailing exchange rate at time of full/balance payment. Please check with your Travel Agent at time of payment.1.3 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non refundable deposit of US$200 per person per trip, which must be within 7 days of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled.1.4 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will it assume any responsibility or liability if travellers’ special meal requirements are not fulfilled.1.5 Gorilla Trek. If you wish to book a trip including the Gorilla Trek you will be required to make an additional non-refundable deposit at the time of booking. Your reservations agent will advise you of the additional amount required.2. PAYING THE BALANCE2.1 The balance of the holiday price must be paid no later than 45 days before the scheduled holiday departure date from your home country which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki.2.2 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you have cancelled and cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki.2.3 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by us.2.4 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure from your home country, the full cost of the holiday will be payable

immediately on booking and we reserve the right to provide all travel documents at the holiday departure point. 2.5 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods.3. IF YOU CANCEL3.1 Freedom Guarantee/FlexDeposit : We know that travel plans can change. If you need to cancel for any reason, your deposit will remain secure until you’re ready to use it. Or if you can’t go, your deposit value is transferable, so you can gift your deposit at no extra cost. The original deposit refers to the trip deposit only and excludes any additional deposits such as the Gorilla Trek, or flights. Any monies already refunded are not applicable. The FlexDeposit will be applied as a discount towards the final payment of your new trip. The amount allowed to be redeemed is equal to the original deposit amount paid. In the case of multiple deposits due to back to back trips, only one deposit amount can be credited per trip, they cannot be combined. However multiple trips can be booked using multiple FlexDeposits. Valid on all Contiki trips 7 days or longer. Credit is valid until the traveller turns 36. i.e fitting within Contiki’s age limit as per Contiki’s booking conditions. After turning 36 years of age, the FlexDeposit can be used with one of our sister brands, get inspired at ttc.com/brands. Credit can also be gifted to family or friends. To gift to family or friends the customer must email confirmation to Contiki stating the nominated name. Gifting only valid within 5 calendar years of the original booking. (eg cancelled in 2014, valid on trips up to end of 2019). FlexDeposit is not valid on existing bookings. FlexDeposit has no cash value and is non-refundable. FlexDeposit is combinable with other deals and discounts provided that the new booking falls within the standard terms of those deals and discounts. FlexDeposit is not combinable with New Release Deals or Last Minute Deals within 120 days of original departure date. FlexDeposit only applies to full priced deposits (not promotional low deposits).3.2 Your deposit is non-refundable upon cancellation by you.3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to cover the estimate of cost and expenses incurred by us in the terms of the schedule set out hereunder. This is expressed as a percentage of the holiday price and is calculated as follows:ASIA TRIPS: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE45 days & over: .......................................Transfer your deposit to another trip .................................................................................... for free with Flexdeposit44-22 days: ..............................................................................25% of trip fare21-8 days: ................................................................................50% of trip fare7-1 days: ..................................................................................75% of trip fareDay of departure: ...................................................................100% of trip fare

AFRICA TRIPS: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE45 days & over: .......................................Transfer your deposit to another trip .................................................................................... for free with Flexdeposit44-31 days: ..............................................................................50% of trip fare30-16 days: ..............................................................................75% of trip fare15 days to day of departure: .................................................100% of trip fareWhere the percentage cancellation fee is less than the trip deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of deposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within the terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold, then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your insurance policy, be refunded to you by the insurance company. All Cancellation policies valid as at 26th September, 2019, and are subject to change. Final policy will be confirmed at time of booking.3.4 In the event that you should not be granted a visa, we have devised this unique scheme to protect you against the necessary cancellation fees detailed above. For trips costing up to US$1,000 - waiver fee US$79 per person. For trips costing over US$1,000 - waiver fee US$89 per person. Waiver fees are payable at the time of booking and are non-refundable. They do not apply to cancellations due to changes of mind or for medical reasons. To protect yourself against these and other eventualities, you should ask your Travel Agent about a suitable insurance policy. N.B. This scheme is applicable only in the event that you provide documentary proof of having a visa application refused. To be eligible for the purchase of the visa waiver insurance, travellers are encouraged to do so as early as possible when they make their trip booking. If we do not hear from you or your travel agent 30 days before the trip, we will assume that your visa application has not been approved and we will have to cancel your reservation. However, you can always re-book your trip (subject to availability) should your visa approval come inside 30 days. Bookings made within 30 days without the necessary visa approvals are not eligible for this visa waiver insurance and will be subject to the standard cancellation terms and conditions.Where the percentage cancellation fee is less than the trip deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of deposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within the terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold, then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your insurance policy, be refunded to you by the insurance company. All Cancellation policies valid as at 26th September, 2019, and are subject to change. Final policy will be confirmed at time of booking.3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to & after your trip booking, such as pre & post accommodation & transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the trip departure incur a 100% cancellation fee.3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your travel agent.3.6 If flight changes are requested after the deposit has been received, or if flights are cancelled after tickets are issued, revision fees, change fees or Airline cancellation fees will be applicable and may be in addition to the above cancellation charges.4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to an alternate departure date of any available trip, you may do so subject to availability. 4.2 If the change is requested 45 days before the original trip departure no fee will be charged. 4.3 A change of booking within 45 days of original trip departure will be treated as a cancellation and normal cancellation feeswill apply (as detailed in section 3). However trip deposits can be used as credit to a new trip, see FlexDeposit. 4.4 The new departure price would not be eligible for New Release Deals if within 45 days before departure.4.5 A name change to a different person will be treated as a cancellation. 4.6 A fee will be charged for any alteration to airline arrangements made by Contiki as per clause 35. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops, etc are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may vary in style.

5.2 Travellers must be aged between 18 & 35 inclusive to travel on Contiki trips.5.3 Contiki must be advised of any medical conditions or physical disability requiring special attention before you book your holiday. If you do not advise us at this stage, we may refuse to accept your booking. We may also refuse you if we feel that the holiday chosen is not suitable without a suitably qualified companion. Contiki will try to help you with your requirements but cannot guarantee to do so, either on our own or our suppliers’ (such as hotels, restaurants and excursions) behalf. Many of our holidays involve getting on and off coaches, walking tours and other physical activities. Some holidays may not be suitable for you if you rely on a wheelchair or have certain other disabilities. Should your disability require you to have special assistance, it is a condition of Contiki accepting your booking that you provide evidence satisfactory to us that an able-bodied person will accompany you and is able to provide any special needs or services that you may require. Contiki will not be responsible for the failure of this person to provide these services.5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the holiday.5.5 There may be times when the Contiki Representative has to make a decision in your best interests or the best interests of their group. You agree to comply with the authority and decisions of the appointed Contiki Representative and the laws of the country in which you are travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment and well being of other members on the holiday or smooth operation of the holiday itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the holiday. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travellers and any Contiki Representative has the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour by you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously and may result in the immediate termination of your holiday. In either event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation and related costs and have no claims against us.5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodation. You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff and/or a Contiki Trip Manager as soon as it is discovered.5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating organisations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death or any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of the accident or incident.5.7 Travel times on our trips vary from day to day depending on the destination. For your comfort we make regular stops and try to keep each section no longer than 3 hours. However, depending on your medical history, some people may be at risk of discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile for a long period on a journey. If you have ever had DVT, pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting conditions, cancer, or treatment for cancer, stroke, heart or lung disease, or if you have had major surgery in the past three months we recommend you consult your doctor before travelling. 5.8 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected holiday before your departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas whilst on trip (including accommodation, meals, flights and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense.5.9 You agree that our Contiki Trip Managers or Representatives may take photographs and films of you while you are on holiday and that these may be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs and/or films.5.10 Should you have a complaint in respect of the holiday, you should inform the Contiki Trip Manager or Contiki Representative during the course of the holiday and if the matter cannot be resolved after the Representative’s best endeavours to do so during the holiday, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the holiday but within 28 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. Any claims made after the 28 day period will not be considered by Contiki. If you choose to write to Contiki via the Internet, please provide your home address so that we are able to reply to you in writing.5.11.1 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to English Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing.5.11.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity and enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected. 5.11.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/traveller costs.6. COMPULSORY INSURANCETravel insurance is compulsory on our trips, and we have some of the best deals on rates. Visit contiki.com/insurance. It is compulsory that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and evacuation expenses before you travel on a Contiki holiday. We strongly recommend your insurance also covers cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal property. Please check that the insurance covers all of the activities that you are going to be participating in. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities. This should be arranged at the time of payment of the deposit and will, in certain circumstances, cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. Contiki cannot be held responsible for your failure to take out appropriate insurance and we recommend you purchase your insurance at or soon after booking your trip. You also agree to indemnify us against all third-party claims, actions, damages and remedies which may be brought against us in respect of your participation in the holiday.7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISMIn the event of your withdrawal from a holiday after the commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. No refunds will be made for any absence from the trip.8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICEAirfares to and from your holiday destination, airport taxes, passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Trip Managers, representatives, drivers and local guides, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, Free Time Add-Ons.

9. WEATHER CONDITIONSUnder no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any holiday be cancelled or amended by you at any time on the basis of snow or weather conditions.10. LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONSAsia trips: Luggage is restricted to one reasonable sized, non-expanding suitcase size up to 29” x 20” x 10” (73cm x 50cm x 25cm) and the maximum weight of 20 kilos (44lbs.) plus one small hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you. No metal frame backpacks are allowed. Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on trip. Cape Safari Falls & Southern Africa Safari trips: Baggage restrictions of one medium sized bag (ideally soft-sided) with a maximum weight of 20kg (44lbs) plus one piece of hand luggage per person. It is advised that this piece of hand luggage should be used as an “overnight bag” for the nights camping in the Chobe National Park and Okavango Delta. East Africa inc Kenya/Tanzania/Gorilla Trek/Zanzibar trips: Baggage restrictions of one soft-sided bag (duffle bag or similar) with a maximum weight of 15kg (30lbs) plus one piece of small day pack per person. No hard-sided suitcases are permitted, and weight is strictly enforced. Day bag for sunblock, water, camera and binoculars while on safari drives. Kilimanjaro Climb trips: Baggage is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand luggage). Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in.On trips with included flights, your luggage should not exceed the weight restrictions imposed by the airlines. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred for overweight luggage.

GENERAL1. CONTRACTING PARTIES1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you and Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorised officer or director of Contiki. 1.2 Your contract is with us as the trip operating company. At any time and at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you.1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions, national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to passengers & luggage. Enrolment in & payment for a trip shall constitute agreement & acceptance by the passenger of the terms & conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft, hotels or coaches. Contiki contracts with many different suppliers throughout the world to ensure that all the components of your holiday are taken care of. Contiki accepts responsibility for the services contracted with these suppliers as they affect your holiday. Where a part of your holiday as specified in this brochure cannot be provided and a reasonable alternative not accepted, Contiki may pay compensation specific to that loss. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for handicapped travellers (see also 5.3 under Holiday Details & Conditions).1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser.1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.2. VALIDITYThe programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from January 2020 to April 2021.3. OPERATING COMPANIESContiki’s Asia programmes are operated by Contiki Holidays Asia Ltd., Travel House, Rue du Manoir, St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 2JH, Channel Islands. Contiki’s Africa programmes are operated by Contiki Holidays Ltd, Travel House, Rue du Manoir, St Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, GY1 2JH. Please note that Contiki utilises ground handlers to assist with the operation of our products. These ground handlers include: ARP for Eastern Africa (Kenya, Tanzania including Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar, Uganda). Springbok Atlas for South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana & Namibia. Diesenhaus Unitours for Israel & Jordan.4. CONTIKI IS REPRESENTED IN:Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA.Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Guernsey.DATA PROTECTION STATEMENTPlease be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal booking information held by us. This information will be passed on to the principal and to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements. The information may also be provided to public authorities such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies. We will only pass your information on to persons responsible for your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirements. (If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers we will be unable to provide your booking. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons.). Where the data might be passed on for marketing purposes, you have the right to opt out of future marketing. You also have a right of access to data held which can be obtained by writing to Contiki Holidays Ltd, Travel House, Rue du Manoir, St Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, GY1 2JH.This brochure was published in September 2019 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market.

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