Contiki

AUS & NZ 

17 / 18 

TRAVEL WITH NO REGRETS 

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 

2017 / 18 

6 NEW AND IMPROVED TRIPS INCLUDING 

RHYTHM & ALPS

life 

AN 

adventU

IS 

you only get to 

live it once 

re 

Way back in ‘62 one guy had a 

dream: to show young travellers the world 

and change their lives in doing so. 55 years later and 

we’ve perfected the secret formula. One of the most 

important things we’ve learnt along the way is to do things 

with passion or not at all. 

Most companies provide good service. But at Contiki, we go 

further than that, making sure that every second is one to 

remember, every trip is one that will change your life and 

alter your perception of the world. That’s what we 

live for and what keeps us up at night. Are you 

ready to become part of the story? 

Check out @CONTIKI and #CONTIKI 

for more of our travellers’ pics. 

but if you do 

it right, once 

is enough 

#noregrets

CONTENTS 

Life is an adventure p.2 

Where we take you p.4 

Contiki Know-How p.6 

Why travel Contiki p.8 

Ways to save p.9 

The Contiki people p.10 

Ways to stay p.12 

Munch p.14 

Contiki Cares p.16 

Count on us p.18 

Two's better than one p.20 

Q & A p.82 

Booking conditions p.83 

How to book p.84 

AUSTRALIA 

Welcome to Australia p.22 

Ways to travel p.24 

No Regrets p.26 

ME Time p.28 

DISCOVERER 

p.30 FROM m 152P/D 

The Big Walkabout 25 days p.32 

Beaches & Reefs 14 days p.34 

Reefs & Rainforests 16 days p.36 

Sunsets & Surf 12 days p.38 

p32 

SWAMPS, RAINFORESTS, 

WETLANDS, WOODLANDS, 

PLANTS, INSECTS, AND 

MAYBE EVEN A CROC 

OR TWO. 

#thebigwalkabout 

Litchfield N.P. 

DARWIN 

KAKADU N.P. 

KATHERINE 

Mataranka 

Daly Waters 

TENNANT CREEK 

Devil’s Marbles 

Wycliffe Well 

HIGH ENERGY 


City to Surf 7 days p.41 

The Sun Seeker 10 days p.42 

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER 


Island & Rainforest 7 days p.44 

Outback Adventure 11 days p.46 

Tropical Wonder 5 days p.48 

Rock & Red 6 days p.49 

SHORT TRIPS & FESTIVALS 

p.50 

Sydney NYE 4 days p.51 

Splendour in the Grass 3 days p.52 

SAILING & DIVE 


KINGS CANYON 

The Olgas 

ULURU 

AUSTRALIA 

Simpsons Gap 

ALICE SPRINGS 

Whitsundays & Dive 

p.54/55 

NEW ZEALAND 

Welcome to New Zealand p.56 

Ways to travel p.58 

No Regrets p.60 

ME Time p.62 

DISCOVERER 


The Big Tiki 19 days p.66 

Kiwiana Panorama 16 days p.68 



Sun & Steam 6 days p.71 

Northern 'Choice' 10 days p.72 

'Sweet as' South 9 days p.74 



Rhythm & Alps 7 days p.77 

Jaffas 'n' Jandals 3 days p.78 

WINTER & SKI 


Ski Queenstown p.80 

Ultimate NZ Ski 7 days p.81 

New & Improved Itinerary 

p34 

*SPOILER ALERT* - 

PROBABLY THE BEST 

BEACHES YOU’LL EVER 

LAY EYES ON, EVER. 

#beachesandreefs 

Overnight stops Special Stays Places visited 

p42 

GRAB A SLICE OF 

COUNTRY LIVING. 

#sunseeker 

04 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18

WHERE 

CAPE TRIBULATION 

Mossman Gorge 

Port Douglas 

CAIRNS 

Townsville 

Airlie Beach 

WE TAKE 

YOU 

2 countries, 22 unique itineraries and 

countless No Regrets travel experiences. 

WHITSUNDAYS 

Mackay 

Capricorn Coast 

CATTLE STATION 

Fraser Island 

NOOSA 

Want a taste? We’ve got the crème 

de la crème. 

PAIHIA 

p68 

DOSE UP ON 

MAORI CULTURE 

AND TUCK INTO 

FUSH ‘N’ CHUPS. 

#kiwianapanorama 

Parry Kauri Park 

AUCKLAND 

Brisbane 

SURFERS PARADISE 

Hobbiton 

PARADISE 

Currumbin 

BYRON BAY 

COFFS HARBOUR 

p71 

ROTORUA 

Huka Falls 

TAUPO 

MT RUAPEHU 

OHAKUNE 

UR 

SYDNEY 

Port Macquarie 

THE HOME OF NZ’S 

LARGEST ACTIVE 

NEW ZEALAND 

Picton WELLINGTON 

Hokitika 

Arthur’s 

NEW ZEALAND 

Kaikoura FRANZ JOSEF & 

CH 

Hokitika 

FOX GLACIERS 

Haast Pass 

Lake Tekapo 

Arthur’s Pass 

Wanaka 

LAKE OHAU 

FRANZ JOSEF & 

CHRISTCHURCH 

Milford Sound 

CARDRONA 

FOX GLACIERS 

Haast Pass 

Lake Tekapo 

Arrowtown 

QUEENSTOWN 

Alexandra 

Wanaka 

LAKE OHAU 

Milford Sound 

CARDRONA 

Arrowtown 

QUEENSTOWN 

DUNEDIN 

Alexandra 

VOLCANO. 

#sunandsteam 

p81 

DUNEDIN 

p74 

THE ADVENTURE CAPITAL 

OF THE WORLD NEEDS 

LITTLE INTRODUCTION. 

#ultimatenzski 

BREATHE IN, BREATHE 

OUT, AND RELAX, AS THE 

BEAUTY OF LAKE OHAU 

WORKS ITS MAGIC. 

#sweetassouth 

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 05

what is 

contiki 

know-how? 

I n d e p e n d e n t 

t r av e l l e r r e v i e w s 

f rom Feefo on 

c o n t i k i . c o m 

There’s something you can’t deny 

about 55 years of taking people on 

life-changing travels. 

You can’t compete with that sort of 

experience, that type of skill set, that passion 

for adventure. 

Contiki has something special – but it’s 

not just magic or fairy dust. 

You can’t buy it online for next day delivery, 

you can’t cheat it, you can’t fake it, it’s 

not superficial, it’s the substance behind 

travelling with No Regrets. 

And it’s something that once you’ve travelled 

with us, you’ll just get. Those who have, call it 

Contiki Know-How. 


Here is 

what we 

know 

WE KNOW THE SIGHTS THAT WILL TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY 

AND HOW TO SKIP THE LINES 

WE KNOW YOU’LL NEED A CHUNK OF 

FREE WIFI TO ‘GRAM THOSE AMAZING SHOTS 

WE KNOW YOU’D SKIP BREAKFAST IF IT 

WASN’T INCLUDED EVERY SINGLE DAY 

WE KNOW TIME TO YOURSELF OR TO EXPLORE 

WITH NEW TRAVEL MATES IS MIGHTY IMPORTANT 

WE KNOW A COMFY NIGHT’S SLEEP IS THE KEY 

TO MAKING THE NEXT DAY COUNT 

WE KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN REAL 

cultural EXPERIENCES & TOURIST TRAPS 

WE KNOW OUR TEAM WILL GIVE YOU INSIDER 

ACCESS TO ALL THE LOCAL HANGOUTS & SECRET SPOTS 

WE KNOW WHEN IT COMES TO VALUE IT’S MORE THAN JUST A 

PRICE & THAT NO-ONE GIVES YOU BETTER VALUE THAN US 

WE KNOW HOW TO TRAVEL WITH #NOREGRETS 


WHY TRAVEL 

CONTIKI? 

DESIGNED FOR 18-35 

YEAR OLDS 

Our trips are created exclusively for 

like-minded 18-35 year olds. No 

younger, no older. 

UNRIVALLED VALUE 

Unique accommodation, a world 

class team, comfy transport, tons of 

meals and inclusions on every trip. 

You can’t do what we do for less. 

TRAVEL EXPERIENCES 

YOU WANT 

You want the bells and whistles 

icons but also the coolest little local 

hangouts? No problem, we do it all. 

MORE FREEDOM 

Buckets of free time to 

explore independently plus 

epic ME Time optionals to 

take your experience to a 

whole new level. 

SUPPORT & FLEXIBILITY 

The flexibility to change your mind 

and the knowledge that from start 

to finish, we’ve got your back. 

TAILORED 

TRAVEL STYLES 

6 incredible travel styles 

to suit every type of 

traveller. Yes, even you. 

MORE FUN, 

LESS HASSLE 

Enough said. We’ll take 

care of the detail, you focus 

on the memory making. 

THE ORIGINAL & THE BEST 

As the world’s leading youth travel 

company we’ve been treading the globe 

since 1962. We don’t imitate, we just do 

our thing better than anyone else can. 

AUTHENTIC & LOCAL FOOD 

Locally sourced ingredients, regional meals, 

foodie experiences to make your tummy 

smile and trips that put food centre stage. 

10. SECURITY 

We are a family-run business who care 

deeply about the safety of our travellers, 

and providing incredible experiences and 

value. We’re financially secure and put 

our all into delivering excellent trips each 

and every time. 


MORE WAYS TO SAVE 

SAVE EVEN MORE 

SAVE 5 

% 

Travelled with us or one of our 

sister companies before? We’ll 

give you 5% off 

SAVE 

PLUS AN EXTRA 

w25 

5% OFF * 

Your 2nd trip when you combine 

Australian & New Zealand 

trips of 7+ days 

SAVE w25 

Book two trips and get 

€25 off your second trip 

BOOK EARLY 

SAVE 

UP TO w280 

Pay in full by 11th April 2017 

& save up to 7.5% 

SAVE 

UP TO w189 

Pay in full by 23rd May 2017 

& save up to 5% 

BOOK TOGETHER 

EVERYONE 

SAVES10 % 

When 10 or more book 

(or the 11th person goes free) 

EVERYONE 

SAVES7.5 % 


EVERYONE 

SAVES5 % 


STUDENT DISCOUNT 

Students save 5%! Just enter the student 

promo code at checkout stage to redeem 

your discount. Go to contiki.com/deals to 

get your promo code. 

PART PAY 

Contiki Part Pay is the perfect present from 

friends and family. Suggest it as a gift 

idea, or use it yourself to help budget your 

savings, making payments over time 

to pay off your trip. 

CHECK OUT THE LATEST DEALS & OFFERS 

AT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS 

The facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, extra accommodation, festival tickets & optional activities. Your trip price does not 

include the costs of international flights that start or end your trip). You can combine loyalty discounts (‘Travelling Again’) , group discounts (‘Book with Friends’), multi trip discounts (‘2 or more’) & early 

payment (‘Pay Early’) discounts on trips of 7 days or longer. Pay Early savings do not apply to bookings made within 45 days of trip departure and are not combinable with Last Minute Deals. Group discounts 

(‘Book with friends’) is available on all trips. The Pay Early savings of €280 and €189 are based on the Big Walkabout with sailing (start Sydney) p.32. 

*Discount applied to the less expensive trip. 


New Zealand team 

Hayley from Taupo, has 

been a Trip Manager 

with Contiki for 3 years 

“I love working 

for Contiki 

as I get to 

showcase all 

of the beautiful 

scenery & Maori 

culture New 

Zealand has 

to offer.” 

From Trip Managers to Drivers and Local Guides, meet 

just a few of the people who make our trips tick. 

the 


Australian Team 

Adam from Rockhampton, 

has been a Trip Manager 

with Contiki for two years 

V I S I T YOUTUBE. 

COM/CONTIKI 

T O S E E O U R 

T R I P M A N A G E R 

V L O G S 

“Working for Contiki gives 

me the opportunity to share 

the Aussie way of life with 

travellers from all over the 

globe. I enjoy encouraging 

people to step outside 

their comfort zone as this 

offers the opportunity to 

do something they never 

thought they would do.” 

Australian team 

Mark from Sydney, 

has been a Trip Manager 

with Contiki since 2006 

S T U F F T R I P 

M A N A G E R S K N O W 

“Keep eye contact during 

the traditional Maori war 

dance ‘the Haka’, you 

won’t want to because 

it’s intimidating, but you’ll 

get some mana (respect) 

for doing so and it means 

you accept our welcome 

to Aotearoa.” 

@boyd_steel 

“The natural beauty 

and ancient cultural 

heritage will have you 

working overtime on 

your Instagram account. 

Visit Nourlangie Rock 

to learn more about the 

Aboriginal Australians 

and to see ancient 

rock art.” 

@aj_zammit 

“For those that like 

their shopping and 

great coffee, stroll 

through Sydney’s ‘The 

Strand Arcade’ for 

boutique stores and 

don’t forget to stop at 

‘Gumption’ to grab 

an espresso.” 

@mark_heap 

“I enjoy meeting people 

from all over the world and 

being able to share local 

authentic experiences with 

them. It’s a great feeling 

when our travellers tell 

you that you enhanced 

their trip by offering some 

insider knowledge or 

perhaps you assisted them 

with something. Travel 

makes you grow and 

opens your eyes to the 

world in multiple ways.” 

people 


ways to 

stay 

Central hotels, beachside 

resorts and unique Special 

Stays. Just some of the ways 

you could be catching your 

zzz’s Down Under. 

Sudima Hotel, 

Rotorua 

FREE WIFI 

t w i t t e r . 

c o m / 

c o n t i k i 

Want to know the key to making every 

day of vay-cay count? A good night’s 

snooze. Or at least we think so. That’s 

why we’re all about crazy comfort, 

good locations and the occasional 

OMG pinch yourself moment. 

Kings Hotel Special Stay, 

Mt Ruapehu 

VISIT 

CONTIKI.COM/STAYLONGER 

FOR our recommended 

hotels BEFORE and 

AFTER YOUR TRIP 

Sailing experience on the crystal 

clear Whitsunday waters 

On-board breakfast, 

Whitsundays 


King’s Creek Station Special 

Stay swag experience 

Chill time at Nomad’s 

Hostel, Byron Bay 

Farm-fresh breakfast at 

Cattle Station Special Stay 

Special Stays 

As for our Special Stays, this 

is where the magic really 

happens. Like the sound of a 

hotel with spectacular views 

of Mt Ruapehu, a surf village 

on the Aussie East Coast with 

a lesson thrown in for good 

measure, or maybe snuggling 

down into a cosy swag at the 

Kings Creek Cattle Station? 

We thought you might. 

One of the highlights has got to be the variety of 

accommodation. From hotels to hostels & even 

a campsite. The campsite was my favourite, just 

laying in the swag and staring up and seeing the 

stars was absolutely breathtaking. 

Oscar, 25 

from Brisbane 

I n d e p e n d e n t 

t r av e l l e r r e v i e w s 

f rom Feefo on 

c o n t i k i . c o m 

Travelodge Sydney 

Hotels 

Hotel-wise we’ll see you sleeping in centrally 

located digs with all the essential home comforts, 

plus we’ll mix it up with a few hostel overnights for 

that authentic traveller feel. 


Local dinner, Wellington 

The perfect flat white, Sydney 

Beachside lunch, 

Bondi Beach 

Ice cream hangs, Sydney 

Munch wraps up everything we do with food in Australia 

and New Zealand. To us, your experience with food is as 

integral as the destination itself. In just one bite you can 

get a glimpse of a country’s culture, history, passion and 

flavour, and for us, food is always the resounding memory 

from our travels. So, alongside breakfast included every 

day, we’re dedicated to delivering Munch-worthy included 

meals; think cook your own steak in Sydney, fresh seafood 

in Noosa and a traditional Hāngi dinner and Maori show 

in Rotorua. But not only that, we also offer up mouthwatering 

ME Time Optional experiences that really get 

you tasting and learning about the country you’re in. Like 

what? Well, how about an Ohana winery experience in 

Childers, a delicious local meal in the heart of Wellington 

with local craft beers included and a gourmet buffet 

dinner at the Stratosphere Restaurant in Queenstown, 

that can only be accessed by gondola. 

And when it comes to filling your free time with foodie 

wanderings, our Trip Managers’ little black book of foodie 

haunts never lets us (or you) down. These guys know their 

stuff, because after all, they’re showing you around their 

back yards, so will only ever recommend places they can 

personally vouch for. So what do you say? Let the food 

safari commence. 


Our commitment to local, authentic and 

delicious food experiences. 

The iconic Fergberger, 

Queenstown 

TO TRAVEL IS TO EAT. 

It’s an experience, a memory, a hit of 

culture and something that undeniably 

tastes better when shared with friends. 

Munch brings together our two greatest 

passions – travel and food. 

Kiwiana fish’n’chips feast, 

Bay of Islands 

Traditional Maori Hangi dinner & 

cultural performance, Rotorua 

Lunch at Manly Beach, 

Sydney 

Included snacks on board our 

private sail boat, Whitsundays 


CONTIKI CARES 

Powered by TREADRIGHT 

Contiki Cares is our mission to protect and preserve the places we go to and the 

people we meet, so that the generations who follow us can see the world with the 

same wide-eyed wonder as we do. It’s our dedication to treading lightly, acting with 

respect and recognising when to speak for the planet when it can’t speak for itself. 

Advising us on our journey is the TreadRight Foundation, our older, wiser sister on all 

things sustainable and our guiding force in seeking to make the world a better, more 

interconnected place. Together with TreadRight, we’re on a journey – to seek out the 

causes that need support and the traditions and communities that need protection in 

our ever changing world. 

CONTIKI 

LOVES THE PLANET 

Contiki is proud to be using 100% 

recycled LEIPA paper for the body 

of our brochures. By doing so, 

we proudly save 41,000 trees 

per year. It is just part of 

The Travel Corporation 

way. 


Australia 

We’ve worked with Surfrider 

Australia on a number of projects 

and beach clean-ups in an effort 

to raise awareness and increase 

understanding about the dangers of 

plastic pollution and consumption. 

Europe 

Greece – TreadRight supports the TRIA 

ETC to revitalise Greece’s artisan sector 

by promoting artisanal skills to Greece’s 

younger generations. 

We’re also incredibly proud to support the 

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity. Thanks 

to a combined effort from UK and Europe 

staff and spare change donated from our 

travellers on Contiki coaches, we’ve raised 

£65,000 to date. 

Latin AMERICA 

Peru – Our trips visit the Cusco 

Centre for Textile Traditions 

which supports over 500 artisanal 

weavers and helps to keep this 

ancient tradition alive. 

Costa Rica – We support the Sea 

Turtle Conservancy, an organisation 

set up to protect turtle breeding 

and monitor the behaviour of these 

endangered sea creatures. 

ME to WE – You can now extend 

your stay in the Galapagos with 

a ME to WE 4-day volunteering 

excursion into the Amazon 

jungle. Work with ME to WE on a 

sustainable development project, 

connect with members of the 

Amazon community and explore 

the tropical rainforest. 

New Zealand 

We support the conservation of New 

Zealand’s iconic native bird, the 

endangered kiwi. We contribute to 

the Rainbow Springs Kiwi Breeding 

Programme in Rotorua to hatch and raise 

kiwi chicks, as well as fund research into 

kiwi incubation and rearing, and sponsor 

a new incubation chamber. 

AFRICA 

TreadRight works with both 

WildAid and The Wilderness 

Foundation to support animal 

protection and conservation 

efforts. 

USA & Canada 

Toronto – We work with and 

support The Storyboot Project. 

Our travellers visit the centre 

that supports the traditional 

art of mukluk and moccasin 

making. 

LA – Contiki were one of the 

official sponsors of WE Day, 

an event that celebrates 

the youth of today who are 

making a difference in both 

local and global communities. 

Asia 

Cambodia – Our trips visit the FRIENDS 

restaurant, which offers a place for disadvantaged 

youths to work and learn new skills. 

India – Our Eternal India trip visits the Dhonk 

Craft Centre, a cooperative that was set up to 

serve a dual purpose; to employ those who would 

otherwise only find income from tiger poaching, 

and also to preserve traditional artistry. 

China & Vietnam – TreadRight works with and 

supports WildAid to help put an end to the 

illegal wildlife trade by educating and reducing 

demand for products. 


c o u n t 

You can 

count on us 

Our family values and flexible approach are 

all geared up to give you peace of mind. 

o n 

u s 

Contiki is part of The Travel Corporation family of brands. What does that mean? In short, it 

means that we know what we’re doing. Every year we take over 2 million travellers to 70 different 

countries across 30 of our award-winning travel brands. Our company isn’t run by a faceless board 

of executives but instead by a family who care deeply about the safety of their travellers 

and providing incredible experiences and value. We are financially secure, experienced beyond belief and 

we won’t tie you down with a strict cancellation policy in case your plans change. 

Visit TTC.COM 

a fa m i ly of br a n d s 


Perks 

If you’ve travelled with us before, you’re eligible for 5% off 

your next trip. If you decide a second Contiki isn’t for you & 

you’d prefer a luxury cruise down the River Seine on one of our 

Uniworld boats, or to stay in one of our 5-star Red Carnation 

Hotels, we won’t be offended (well maybe just a little). You can 

simply transfer your 5% discount to any of our other 30 travel 

brands. Same can be said for your deposit. Feel free to put your 

trip deposit towards a trip with one of our sister brands if your 

plans change or you blow the candles out on your 36th birthday 

cake before you got the chance to take your Contiki trip. 

Visit TTC.COM/LOYALTY to learn more 

Trip 

Registration 

Ensuring that your trip runs smoothly is a pretty big 

deal to us. Registering your details before your trip 

ensures we can get in touch with you both prior to your 

adventure and during it, which basically = a hassle free 

trip for you. Plus in the unlikely event that something 

happens on your trip, we’ll have all 

your essential details so we can get in 

touch with you. 

Visit contiki.com/ 

tripregistration 

Part 1 

Change your trip 

for free 

If you want to change your chosen trip or 

departure just drop us a line, let us know which 

trip or departure you’d like and if there’s space, 

we’ll do the rest for zero cost. 

Use FlexDeposit with a sister company, 

or gift your trip to someone else. 

the 

world’s greatest 

change policy 

It’s a big title but damn right we’re claiming it, and 

for good reason. When booking with us we’re all 

about the no-strings-attached approach. 

Plans can change, as can minds, so we 

created Freedom Guarantee to give you 

ultimate flexibility. It’s made up of two 

parts: you can change your trip for free, or use 

FlexDeposit to save your paid deposit for when 

you’re ready to use it. 

Part 2 

FlexDeposit 

FlexDeposit is designed to make it easier to travel at a time that 

works for you. The FlexDeposit guarantee is given for free once 

you have paid your deposit and works as credit towards your next 

adventure; so if your plans change, your deposit isn’t lost – it’s 

simply transferred instead. FlexDeposit is available until you turn 

36 (the maximum age you can travel on a Contiki). After that, it 

can be used with one of our sister Travel Corporation brands or, 

if you can’t travel yourself, it can also be gifted to someone else 

within five years of the original booking date. 


Book trips in 

both Australia 

& New Zealand to 

receive w25 off 

Uluru, Australia 

Do you know what’s better than one South Pacific based adventure? Two of 

them, that’s what. After all, if you’ve been saving up the big bucks to fly all 

the way over to this corner of the world, it just makes sense, right? Trust us, 

in years to come you’ll regret not popping over to New Zealand whilst in Oz, 

or vice versa, because even though you’ll tell yourself you’ll be back, who knows what the 

future has in store. 


than one 

PLUS take an 

extra 5% off 

the price of your 

second trip * 

c o n t i k i . c o m / 

D E A L S 

second trip * AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 21 

Paihia, New Zealand 

So now you’re convinced, here’s our second pearl of wisdom – Contiki is the way to 

go for both of these adventures. Not only will you get w25 off & an additional 5% 

discount if you book both trips together, but we also offer the widest range of products 

of any youth travel provider in this region. Plus, with us, you’ll travel in style (and 

comfort), and you’ve also got the pick of the bunch with our included #noregrets experiences, 

designed to make sure you really are making every moment count. 

* Discount applied to the less expensive trip.

A U S T R 

Have you secretly (or maybe not so secretly) been 

harbouring dreams of giving it all up to live the 

beach bum lifestyle Down Under? 


A L I A 

Who says those dreams can’t become reality? Boasting cities that fuse the cool with 

the chic, beaches that stretch for mile upon mile, rainforests, waterfalls, deserts, 

outback, forests (this country basically has every type of terrain going), and of course 

locals who put you at ease with just one lazy smile, there really is no place in the world 

quite like Australia. So go on, believe the hype, because this country is totally worth it. 


WAYS TO 

TRAVEL 

For the times when you 

just want to see and do 

EVERYTHING, it has to 

be Discoverer. All of the 

highlights, all of the best 

experiences, all of the 

bucket list ticking. 

4 Discoverer trips, 

from 12-25 days 

See p.30 

DISCOVERER 

We all love our friends, but 

sometimes how you want to 

travel could be totally different 

from their travel plans, right? 

We think so too, which is why 

we offer 5 different ways of 

travelling Australia. 

READ 

ON TO FIND 

OUT MORE ABOUT 

YOUR TRAVEL 

STYLE 


Do you always promise yourself 

next New Year you’ll celebrate 

somewhere incredible? Why not 

keep that promise this year by 

seeing in NYE under the blanket 

of Sydney’s fireworks? And as 

for festivals, we have 4 words 

for you – Splendour in the Grass. 

2 Short Trips & Festivals 

from 3-4 days, 

See p.50 

SAILING 


Consider yourself a 24-hour 

kind of traveller? If so, our High 

Energy trips will see you hot 

stepping across Australia’s 

sweetest spots by day, whilst 

never missing a beat by night. 

2 High Energy trips, 


See p.40 

HIGH ENERGY 

GO TO 

CONTIKI.COM/ 

AUSTRALIA 

FOR MORE 

INFO 


Discover Australia’s 

multicultural past, get to 

know its locals, explore its 

world renowned foodie scene 

and spend longer in each 

destination. If you want to 

know what the Aussie way of 

life really feels like, this 

one’s for you. 

4 In-Depth Explorer trips, 


See p.43 

& DIVE 

Think Australia is at its most 

beautiful on land? Go beneath 

the water’s surface and prepare 

to have that assumption 

challenged. Snorkel the Great 

Barrier Reef on one of our sailing 

adventures, or learn a new skill 

with one of our dive packages. 

3 Dive packages 

from 2-4 days 

See p.53 


HOW TO TRAVEL WITH 

NO REGRETS 


Visit Florence Falls, Kakadu National Park 

Experience life down on the farm with our outback Cattle Station Special Stay, 

exclusive to Contiki. Whip cracking, tractor rides and one very large bull called 

Sausage are just a snippet of what you’ll be getting. 

Nestled in the dense rainforest of Litchfield National Park, Florence Falls is 

the kind of natural spectacle that needs to be seen to be believed. Pounding 

waterfalls plunge into picture perfect waterpools, aka the ultimate refreshing 

swimming experience. 

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2 

3 

4 

Day trip to the Blue Mountains 

1 Stroll through a forest of mangroves in Cairns 

2 Hike around magical Kata Tjuta (aka the Olgas) 

3 Enjoy sunset views of the world’s most famous Harbour Bridge 

4 Swim in crystal clear Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island 

Getting out of the city has never been more appealing with the Blue Mountains 

in your sights. Not actually blue (spoiler) but still ridiculously good looking. 

Unique to Contiki, this mini adventure is included in the cost of your trip. 


WE CALL THEM NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES 

– THE ONES WE KNOW YOU JUST CAN’T AFFORD TO MISS. 

AND THE BEST PART? THEY’RE INCLUDED AS STANDARD ON YOUR TRIP. 

1 

2 

3 

4 

Sydney Harbour ferry cruise from Manly 

1 See just how big The Outback is as you fly over it on an included flight 

2 Hang 10: Included surf lesson in Coffs Harbour 

3 Explore Fraser Island in a 4WD 

4 Hike around beautiful Katherine Gorge 

There’s no better way to see Sydney than out on the water, cruising your way 

past the iconic Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Hop on board the 

Manly ferry after spending the day at one of the city’s coolest beaches. 

Sunset at Uluru 

Included entry to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 

Pictures can go some way to capturing the majestic beauty of Uluru, but 

nothing can beat the feeling of seeing it for real; that massive expanse 

of rusty red rock, changing colour as the sun sets, as you raise a glass of 

champagne to toast the moment. 

When you think of Australia what springs to mind? Oceans, beaches, KOALAS. 

Mainly koalas. So go cuddle crazy at Currumbin, where entry fee proceeds go 

to sustaining the koala hospital. 

See p.82 for our Instagram image contributors. AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 27

GIVING YOU MORE 

ME TIME 

No one gives you more freedom 

and flexibility than us, with 

options to take your trip from 

memorable to legendary. 

When you look back on your 

adventures, what is it that you 

remember? It’s the people, the 

feelings and the experiences, right? 

That’s what ME Time is all about; giving you the 

freedom to do your own thing, whether that’s 

napping on the beach, hiking a trail or devouring a 

fresh seafood lunch. Want more? Good, because it 

doesn’t stop there. ME Time is also about our 

delectable suite of OMG inducing Optionals. Like 

what? Well how about skydiving over Surfers 

Paradise, 4WDing in the Outback, or walking over 

the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, just to tickle 

your appetite. 

Sail the Whitsundays 

Diving on the Great 

Barrier Reef, Cairns 

Quad bike through the Outback, 

Kings Creek Station 

ME TIME 

OPTIONALS 

Important: ME Time optional activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators and on occasions, for some of the activities, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. 

Before you leave, it’s important that you check your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities and be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding and may involve some risk. 


Hot air balloon ride, Alice Springs 

FREE TIME 

’s global editor, Ginny Copestake, 

gives us her insider tips on how to spend a day 

exploring sunny Sydney. 

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Kayak around Byron Bay 

Breakfast 

If there’s one thing Aussies know 

how to do, it’s breakfast. These guys 

are the original champions of the 

avocado, and boy do they know how 

to use it. Start your day with 

breakfast at Bills in trendy Surry Hills, 

where fresh juices and good coffee 

are the aim of the game. Order the 

full or fresh Aussie (depending on 

your love of avocado) and fuel up for 

the day ahead. 

Coastal Exploring 

Full from breakfast, what better way 

to work it off than with a leisurely 

6km hike, starting at Bondi and 

ending at Bronte beach. This is 

without doubt the city’s best trodden 

path, so prepare to share your walk 

with plenty a lycra-clad Sydneysider. 

Incredible views, plenty of swim stops 

and a cold press juice from Cali Press 

in Bronte make it all worthwhile. 

Ice Cream Heaven 

One place you can’t leave Sydney 

without visiting is Messina. Voted the 

best gelato in Australia by the Good 

Food Guide, it’s hard to put into 

words just how utterly incredible this 

ice cream really is. Its popularity 

means there are a whole bunch of 

branches all across Sydney, but the 

Darlinghurst branch is my personal 

fav (plus it’s the original one). 

@ginnycopestake 

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DISCOVERER 

The adventure of a lifetime for the 

traveller who wants to see it all, do 

it all and go home with zero regrets. 

See beaches, reefs, rainforests and 

outback as you cover every little 

inch of Australia, having experiences 

you’ll remember for years to come. 

WHO TRAVELS DISCOVERER? 

• Those who want to see it all and do 

it all, with a mix of iconic sights and 

unique experiences 

• Those who want the perfect balance 

of organised sightseeing and 

independent adventuring 

• Those who want to make the most of 

the time they have. 

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4 TRIPS 

FROM 

12–25 

DAYS 


THE BIG 

WALKABOUT 

WHY THIS TRIP? 

Spend almost a month exploring 

the land Down Under, 

combining golden beaches, 

rugged outback, buzzing cities 

and tropical rainforest. 

The trip of a lifetime? 

Oh hell yes… 

1 DARWIN 

2 KAKADU N.P. 

Litchfield N.P. 

1 KATHERINE 

Mataranka 

Daly Waters 

NORTHERN TERRITORY 

1 TENNANT CREEK 

Devils Marbles 

Wycliffe Well 

GREAT BARRIER REEF 

3 CAIRNS 

WHITSUNDAYS 

Townsville 

2 

Airlie Beach 

Simpsons 

Gap 

KINGS CANYON 1 

2 ALICE SPRINGS 

The Olgas 

2 

ULURU 

QUEENSLAND 

CATTLE 

STATION 

Mackay 

1 

Capricorn 

Coast 

NOOSA 2 

Fraser Island 

#BIGWALKABOUT 

1 

1 

Places visited 

Nightstops 

1 or more nights at Special Stays 

6 World Heritage sites visited 

Brisbane 

SURFERS PARADISE 2 

Currumbin 

1 BYRON BAY 

NEW SOUTH WALES 

1 COFFS HARBOUR 


SYDNEY 2 

32 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/WALKABOUT 

SYDNEY

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW 

24 

NIGHTS 

(23 nights for reverse itinerary) 

Special Stays: 1 night surf camp, 2 nights 

outback cattle stations , 15 nights in 

hotels & resorts , 4 nights in hostels , 2 

nights lodge. Sailing option: substitute 2 

nights in resort with 2 nights on a boat 

35 

INCLUDED MEALS 

24 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 

10 dinners (D), 

Sailing option: 24 breakfasts 

(B), 2 lunches (L), 11 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 

An experienced & professional Trip 

Manager & Driver team 

Modern, air-conditioned coach with 

power & USB points for charging 

See p.82 for more 

PP* 

25 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY · FROM y3875 y155 P/DAY* 

ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 

MHelicopter ride • Visit the Blue Mountains Available on all 

over Uluru • Surf lesson in Coffs Harbour Contiki coaches 

• Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 

• 4WD trip across Fraser Island 

• Alice Springs Aboriginal Dreamtime 

‘Bush tucker’ tour 

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO y280 

DISCOVERER 

YOUR TRIP 

DAY 1: Sydney . Meet up with your 

Contiki Team before we head out of the 

city & into the Blue Mountains to learn 

about this amazing landscape. Hike 

Wentworth Falls, then it’s back to Sydney 

for dinner in Darling Harbour. Hotel (D) 

Trip to the Blue Mountains 

• See the Three Sisters rock formation 

• Hike at Wentworth Falls 

• Cook your own BBQ steak 

DAY 2: Sydney . Today we get the best 

views of the Harbour Bridge & Opera 

House. Drive to Manly Beach for lunch 

& a swim. Hotel (B) 

• Sydney orientation tour including 

Macquarie Street, Darling Harbour 

& The Rocks 

• Take a ferry from Manly across the 

famous Sydney Harbour 

MClimb the Harbour Bridge 

DAY 3: Sydney to Coffs Harbour . It’s 

out of the city & into the cool surf vibes at 

our Surf Village. (B,D) 

Surf Village Special Stay 

• Stop in the seaside resort town 

of Port Macquarie 

• Pass the famous ‘Big Banana’ 

DAY 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron 

Bay . Get yourself onto the waves in our 

surf lesson! This afternoon we head to 

legendary Byron Bay. Hostel (B) 

• ‘Learn to surf’ lesson 

• Visit Australia’s most easterly point 

& Cape Byron lighthouse 

• Get into Byron’s organic lifestyle 

& cool night life 

M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine 

Park & waves to spot dolphins, turtles 

& whales (seasonal) 

DAY 5: Byron Bay to Surfers 

Paradise . From mesmerising sunrise 

experiences to relaxing on the beach & 

cooling off in the ocean, Byron Bay is 

full of options. Soak up the vibes & feast 

on the adventures this town has to offer 

before we make our way to our next 

destination, Surfers Paradise. Resort (B) 

• Stay at a resort located right 

near the beach 

DAY 6: Surfers Paradise . Get your 

adrenaline pumping with an optional 

early morning skydive. Then, get ready 

for some serious koala cuddling sessions 

at Currumbin’s Wildlife Sanctuary. Soak 

up all the cuteness this place has to offer 

before we head back to Surfer’s. Resort (B) 

Nightclub entry 

Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 

• Relax on some of Australia’s famous 

beaches 

DAY 7: Surfers Paradise to Noosa . 

Take a peek at Brisbane, take a stroll along 

the river or hit the shops before we hit the 

road & head to chic Noosa. Resort (B) 

• See the Brisbane River, Royal 

Botanical Gardens & visit Queen 

Street Mall 

• Check out the shops & cafes in Noosa 

DAY 8: Noosa . Today we head to Fraser 

Island for an incredible day trip by 4WD. 

Stroll along Rainbow Beach, drive through 

the rainforests, cruise over sand dunes & 

dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! 

Resort (B,L,D) 

• Visit the largest sand island in 

the world 

• Drive along Australia’s only 

sand highway 

• Indulge in a delicious lunch 

• Dine beachside in Noosa 

DAY 9: Noosa to Farmstay . Head over 

the Great Dividing Range & into cattle 

country for a unique local overnight 

stay, you can even flex your skills at whip 

cracking! Along the way there is an option 

to visit a local winery & exotic fruit orchard 

for a tour & tasting. (B,D) 


• Stop at Childers, known for its 

heritage & farming history 

• Check out the farm & animals 

on a hay wagon ride & meet the 

station owners 

DAYS 10 - 11: Farmstay to The 

Whitsundays . Arrive in amazing 

Airlie Beach & the paradise of The 

Whitsundays. Resort (B,D)(B) 

• Cross the Tropic of Capricorn 

• See Rockhampton – the beef 

capital of Australia 

M Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven 

Beach & lunch (weather dependent) 

DAYS 10-11: Sailing Whitsundays 

option . Want to get on the water 

in true Whitsundays style? You can. 

Choose to hit the blue waters & try 

your hand at sailing on our private 

sailing adventure, cruising some of 

the Whitsundays’ 74 islands including 

Whitehaven Beach. See p.54 for more 

info & the price panel for costs. 

Multi-share open cabin 

accommodation. Boat (B,D)(B,L,D) 

Codes: ex Sydney: EXSXD 

ex Darwin: EXDXD 

DAY 12: The Whitsundays to Cairns . 

Today, we head to tropical North 

Queensland & gateway to the World 

Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. 

Hostel (B) 

• Check out Townsville on a city 

orientation 

• Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s 

largest island national park 

DAYS 13 - 14: Cairns . With 2 free days, 

experience Cairns’ best! From shopping 

& great nightlife to adrenaline activities 

& exploring the reef, you’re spoiled with 

choices. There’s also your chance to try 

some kangaroo. Hostel (B, D)( B) 

MWhitewater rafting 

DAY 15: Cairns to Alice Springs . 

Today we head to the Outback! Check out 

‘The Alice’, famous for its Aboriginal art. 

Maybe hold a snake or lizard at a reptile 

park. Hotel (B,D) 

• See the MacDonnell Ranges from 

Anzac Hill 

• See the stunning Aboriginal site of 

Simpsons Gap 

• See the dry Todd River which hosts the 

annual Henley on Todd Regatta 

• Reptile park experience 

DAY 16: Alice Springs to Kings Creek 

Station . Try ‘bush tucker’, meet members 

of the Walpiri Aboriginal community & 

learn to throw a boomerang! Later, it’s 

on to Kings Creek Station – go local like 

Aussie ‘bushies’ & sleep under the stars in 

a comfy swag. (B,D) 

Outback Special Stay 

• Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost 

City’ & desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’ 

DAY 17: Kings Creek Station to 

Uluru . Next we make tracks to Uluru. 

Take a walk through its neighbour Kata 

Tjuta (The Olgas). Lodge (B) 

• Enjoy delicious bacon & eggs for 

breakfast 

• See the 700 million year old Mt Conner 

& Lake Amadeus 

• Hike through ‘Kata Tjuta’ (The Olgas) 

DAY 18: Uluru . Catch the Uluru sunrise, 

take a walk around ‘The Rock’ & hear 

stories of the area & its Aboriginal rock 

art. Tonight, catch an Uluru sunset with a 

glass of bubbly. Lodge (B) 

• Visit Uluru Cultural Centre 

• See Uluru at sunrise & toast it at sunset 

DAY 19: Uluru to Alice Springs . Say 

goodbye to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National 

Park as we head back to Alice Springs. 

Hotel (B) 

• Indulge in a BBQ ‘Big Brekkie’ 

DAY 20: Alice Springs to Tennant 

Creek . Our ‘Top End’ adventure begins 

today – we cross the Tropic of Capricorn to 

Aussie’s old mining town, Tennant Creek. 

Hotel (B, D) 

• Keep your eyes peeled for UFOs at 

Wycliffe Well 

• Visit the ‘Devils Marbles’ 

M Dawn hot air balloon flight over the 

desert & MacDonnell Ranges 

DAY 21: Tennant Creek to Katherine . 

Stop at the Territory’s oldest pub, then 

make a splash in Mataranka thermal 

pools. Later, it’s on to Katherine & its 

famous gorge. Hotel (B) 

Swim at the Mataranka thermal pools 

• Hear stories from ‘We of the Never 

Never’ Homestead 

DAY 22: Katherine to Kakadu 

National Park . Hike, walk, or take an 

optional boat trip to see the massive 

Katherine Gorge. Next up: Kakadu 

National Park via Edith Falls for a swim. 

Hotel (B, D) 

Visit Katherine Gorge 

• Cool off in Edith Falls (seasonal) 

HOW MUCH & WHEN 

CODE: EXSDD 2017/18 CODE: EXDSD 2017/18 

Start Finish Trip Trip & Start Finish Trip Trip & 

Sydney Darwin only sailing Darwin Sydney only sailing 

€ pp* € pp* 

€ pp* € pp* 

2017 

2017 

Sep 24 Oct 18 3875 4055 

Oct 22 Nov 15 3875 4055 

Nov 19 Dec 13 4065 4245 

Dec 17 ■ Jan 10 4065 4245 

2018 

Jan 14 Feb 7 4065 4245 

Feb 11 Mar 7 4065 4245 

Mar 11 Apr 4 4065 4245 

Apr 8 May 2 4049 4229 

May 6 May 30 4049 4229 

Jun 3 Jun 27 4049 4229 

Jul 1 Jul 25 3985 4165 

Jul 29 Aug 22 3985 4165 

Aug 26 Sep 19 3985 4165 

THE FINER DETAILS 

Sep 27 Oct 20 3745 3925 

Oct 25 Nov 17 3745 3925 

Nov 22 Dec 15 3935 4115 

Dec 20 ● Jan 12 3935 4115 

2018 

Jan 17 ● Feb 9 3935 4115 

Feb 14 Mar 9 3935 4115 

Mar 14 Apr 6 3935 4115 

Apr 11 May 4 3919 4099 

May 9 Jun 1 3919 4099 

Jun 6 Jun 29 3919 4099 

Jul 4 Jul 27 3855 4035 

Aug 1 Aug 24 3855 4035 

Aug 29 Sep 21 3855 4035 

* Prices above are based on multi-share. 

Included flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map 

opposite as part of the trip price. Please see ‘Included flights’ on 

p.82 for important info. 

Single room supplement (trip only) add €1745/add €899 for 

second person twin-share. 

Single room supplement (trip + sailing) add €1635/add €889 for 

second person twin-share. (Boat cabins multi-share only). 

EXSDD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end Darwin 5:00pm. 

EXDSD: Start Darwin 7:30am & end Sydney 5:00pm. 

● These departures will not stay in Contiki’s Surf Village Special Stay. 

■ Spend New Year’s Eve in Cape Tribulation. 

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see 

contiki.com/staylonger. 

For travel insurance see p.82. 

DAY 23: Kakadu National Park . Explore Kakadu 

today – its variety of gorgeous landscapes, wildlife 

& arguably Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art at 

Nourlangie Rock will seriously impress. Hotel (B) 

Keep your eyes peeled for crocs on a wildlife cruise 

See the Aboriginal rock art 

• Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre 

M Scenic flight over this World Heritage listed area 

DAY 24: Kakadu to Darwin . Wave Kakadu farewell as 

we head to Darwin. Don’t forget to pick up a didgeridoo 

& meet some local Aboriginal artists before you leave. 

Stop off en route for a swim in the famous (& gorgeous) 

Florence Falls in Litchfield National Park. Hotel (B) 

• Enjoy a swim in Florence Falls 

DAY 25: Darwin . Get your bearings on a city 

orientation of Darwin & visit East Point Military Reserve 

& the local museum to learn about its historical past. 

Then it’s time to say farewell to your travel buddies & 

swap email addresses. (B) 

• Guided city orientation of Darwin 

• Visit the Darwin Museum 

YOUR CHOICE 

It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Darwin. 

Or save up to €130 if you travel from Darwin to 

Sydney (this trip will be 24 days long). 


BEACHES 

& REEFS 


Experience the best of the 

East Coast, with highlights 

including sailing, skydiving 

& endless nature based 

adventures. 

CAIRNS 2 


Townsville 

Airlie Beach 

2 WHITSUNDAYS 

Mackay 

QUEENSLAND 


CATTLE STATION 1 

#BEACHESANDREEFS 

1 

1 


Fraser Island 

NOOSA 2 

Brisbane 


Currumbin 

BYRON BAY 1 

COFFS HARBOUR 1 


SYDNEY 


2 

Nightstops 



34 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/BEACHES 

WHITSUNDAYS

14 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY · FROM y2195 PP* y157 P/DAY* 



13 

NIGHTS 

Special Stays: 1 night Coffs 

Harbour Surf Village, 1 night 

Langmorn Outback Cattle Station 

& 8 nights hotels , 3 nights hostels 

Sailing option: substitute 2 nights 

in resort with 2 nights on a boat 

20 






INCLUSIONS 

An experienced & professional 

Trip Manager & Driver team 




ME TIME OPTIONALS 

MTandem skydive in 

Surfers Paradise 

M Sydney Harbour 

Bridge Climb 

NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES 

• Visit the Blue Mountains 

• Surf lesson or kayak in 

Coffs Harbour 


• Noosa Surf Club dinner 

FREE WIFI 

Available on all 

Contiki coaches 

DISCOVERER 

YOUR TRIP 


Contiki Team & travel buddies this 

morning. We’ll head out of the city & 

into the Blue Mountains to learn about 

this amazing landscape including the 

Three Sisters rock formation. Frame up 

some shots as you hike Wentworth Falls, 

before heading back to Sydney for dinner 

overlooking Darling Harbour. Hotel (D) 

• Day trip to the Blue Mountains 

See the Three Sisters rock formation 



DAY 2: Sydney . Today we see the icons 

of Sydney, including the best view of the 

Harbour Bridge & Opera House followed 

by a drive to Manly Beach for lunch & a 

swim. If you’re up for it, get a different 

view & head to the top of the Harbour 

Bridge! Hotel (B) 



& The Rocks 

• Ferry from Manly across the famous 

Sydney Harbour 


DAY 3: Sydney to Coffs Harbour . 

It’s out of the city & into the cool surfer 

vibes that Oz is famous for at our Surf 

Village. (B,D) 


• Stop in the seaside resort town of 



DAY 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay . 

Get yourself onto the waves on our surf 

lesson! With their tricks of the trade, our 

pro surfer guides will have you up on a 

board in no time. So grab your towel, 

sunnies & iPod & hit the beach for the 

ultimate chill. This afternoon, we head to 



• Visit Australia’s most easterly 

point & Cape Byron lighthouse 

• Get into Byron’s organic lifestyle, 

galleries, amazing food & cool 

night life 

MKayak tour of Byron Bay’s 

Marine Park 




cooling off in the ocean, Byron Bay is full 

of options. Soak up the vibes and feast 

on the adventures this town has to offer 

before we make our way to our next 



by the beach 

MDracula’s Cabaret Show 


adrenaline pumping with an early 

morning skydive. Then, get ready for 

some serious koala cuddling sessions at 

Currumbin’s Wildlife Sanctuary. Soak up 

all the cuteness this place has to offer 


• Nightclub entry 


& see iconic Aussie animals 

• Relax on some of Australia’s 

famous beaches 


Take a peek at Brisbane’s sights before 

we make our way to the chic beach town, 

Noosa. Resort (B) 

• See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical 

Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall 

• See the stunning Glasshouse 

Mountains 




the rainforests, sand dunes & dip in the 

freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! 


• Dine beachside in Noosa 

• Visit the largest sand island in the world 

• Drive along Australia’s only sand 

highway 




country for a truly unique local overnight 

at our Outback Station, where you can 

even flex your skills at whip cracking! Along 

the way there is an option to visit a local 

winery & exotic fruit orchard for a tour & 

tasting. (B,D) 


• Stop at Childers, known for its heritage 

& farming history 

• Check out the farm & animals on a hay 

wagon ride & meet the station owners 

MOhana Winery Experience 






CATTLE STATION SPECIAL STAY 



MDay sailing trip to famous 

Whitehaven Beach & lunch 

(weather dependent) 











accommodation. Boat (B, D)( B, L, D) 

Codes: ex Sydney: BRSWD 

ex Cairns: BRCWD 


Today, we’ll head to Tropical North 

Queensland known for its rainforests & as 

the gateway to the World Heritage listed 

Great Barrier Reef. Hostel (B) 


orientation 

• See Magnetic Island 



DAY 13: Cairns . With a free day, 

experience Cairns’ best! From shopping, 

great nightlife & endless adrenaline 

activities like rafting, skydiving & exploring 

the reef, you’re spoiled with choices. 

Tonight, there’s your chance to try some 

kangaroo if you’re up for it. Hostel (B,D) 

M Great Barrier Reef scuba diving for 

beginners & certified divers 

DAY 14: Cairns . Feed your inner 

adrenaline junkie or relax? It’s your choice 

with another free day to do what you’re into. 

Later, it’s time to swap emails & numbers as 

your trip ends at 5:00pm. (B) 


CODE: BRSCD 2017/18 CODE: BRCSD 2017/18 


Sydney Cairns only sailing Cairns Sydney only sailing 

€ pp* € pp* 

€ pp* € pp* 

2017 

Sep 24 Oct 7 2265 2445 

Oct 1 Oct 14 2265 2445 

Oct 22 Nov 4 2265 2445 

Oct 29 Nov 11 2265 2445 

Nov 19 Dec 2 2375 2555 

Nov 26 Dec 9 2375 2555 

Dec 17 Dec 30 2375 2555 

Dec 24 ■ Jan 6 2375 2555 

2018 

Jan 7 Jan 20 2375 2555 

Jan 14 Jan 27 2375 2555 

Jan 21 Feb 3 2375 2555 

Feb 4 Feb 17 2375 2555 

Feb 11 Feb 24 2375 2555 

Feb 18 Mar 3 2375 2555 

Mar 11 Mar 24 2375 2555 

Apr 8 Apr 21 2365 2545 

May 6 May 19 2365 2545 

Jun 3 Jun 16 2365 2545 

Jul 1 Jul 14 2329 2509 

Jul 8 Jul 21 2329 2509 

Jul 29 Aug 11 2329 2509 

Aug 5 Aug 18 2329 2509 

Aug 26 Sep 8 2329 2509 

Sep 2 Sep 15 2329 2509 


2017 

Oct 7 Oct 20 2195 2375 

Oct 14 Oct 27 2195 2375 

Nov 4 Nov 17 2305 2485 

Nov 11 Nov 24 2305 2485 

Dec 2 Dec 15 2305 2485 

Dec 9 ● Dec 22 2305 2485 

Dec 30 ● Jan 12 2305 2485 

2018 

Jan 6 ● Jan 19 2305 2485 

Jan 20 Feb 2 2305 2485 

Jan 27 ● Feb 9 2305 2485 

Feb 3 ● Feb 16 2305 2485 

Feb 17 Mar 2 2305 2485 

Feb 24 Mar 9 2305 2485 

Mar 3 ● Mar 16 2305 2485 

Mar 24 Apr 6 2305 2485 

Apr 21 May 4 2295 2475 

May 19 Jun 1 2295 2475 

Jun 16 Jun 29 2295 2475 

Jul 14 Jul 27 2259 2439 

Jul 21 ● Aug 3 2259 2439 

Aug 11 Aug 24 2259 2439 

Aug 18 ● Aug 31 2259 2439 

Sep 8 Sep 21 2259 2439 

Sep 15 ● Sep 28 2259 2439 






BRSCD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end Cairns 5:00pm. 

BRCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end Sydney 5:00pm. 

● These departures will not stay in Contiki’s Surf Village 

Special Stay. 

■ Spend New Year’s Eve in Noosa. 




Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 16-day Reefs & 

Rainforests or 25-day Big Walkabout trips. When you jump aboard 

this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are 

already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. 

Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new 

addition to the wolf pack. 

YOUR CHOICE 

It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Cairns. Or 

save up to €70 if you travel from Cairns to Sydney. 


REEFS & 

RAINFORESTS 


Flex (or discover) your 

surfing skills, cuddle koalas, 

learn the ropes of a working 

Aussie cattle station and 

more on this two-week 

Aussie sortie. 

Mossman Gorge 

1 

CAPE 

TRIBULATION 

Port Douglas 

3 CAIRNS 


Townsville 

Airlie Beach 

2 WHITSUNDAYS 

Mackay 

QUEENSLAND 


CATTLE STATION 

1 

#REEFSANDRAINFORESTS 

1 

1 


Fraser Island 

NOOSA 2 

Brisbane 


Currumbin 

BYRON BAY 1 



Places visited SYDNEY 2 

Nightstops 



36 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/REEFS 

WHITSUNDAYS


15 

NIGHTS 

Special Stays: 1 night Langmorn 

Outback Cattle Station, 1 night Surf 

Village & 8 nights in hotels, 1 night 

in a lodge 4 nights in hostels 



22 




Sailing option : 15 breakfasts 


INCLUSIONS 







M 4WD national park rainforest 

tour in Surfers Paradise 

PP* 

16 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY · FROM y2419 y152 P/DAY* NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 

• Aboriginal guided experience Available on all 

Locally guided 4WD trip Contiki coaches 

across Fraser Island 


• Surf lesson 


DISCOVERER 

YOUR TRIP 

DAY 1: Cairns to Cape Tribulation . 

Meet up with your Contiki Team & hit 

the road! Get an insider’s look at ancient 

Aboriginal culture & maybe try the 

unusual flavours offered at the local ice 

creamery, before reaching lush Cape 

Tribulation. Lodge 

• Aboriginal experience at 

Mossman Gorge 

DAY 2: Cape Tribulation to Cairns . 

We visit Cape Tribulation Beach & then 

check out the mangroves on a walk with 

our Local Guide. This afternoon it’s back 

to Cairns. Hostel (B) 

• Visit Port Douglas 

• Mangrove boardwalk with our 

expert Local Guide 


experience Cairns’ best! From shopping, 

great nightlife & endless adrenaline 

activities like rafting, skydiving & 

exploring the reef, you’re spoiled with 

choices. There’s also a chance to try some 

kangaroo if you’re up for it. Hostel (B,D)(B) 

M Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier 

Reef cruise with lunch 

DAY 5: Cairns to The Whitsundays . 

Arrive in amazing Airlie Beach & the 

paradise of The Whitsundays. Resort (B,D) 

• Check out Townsville on a city orientation 



DAY 6: The Whitsundays . This place is 

the ultimate way to relax, so take time to 

chill & let the good times roll. Hotel (B) 

M Day sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach 

with lunch (weather dependent) 












Codes: ex Cairns: BWCWD 

ex Sydney: BWSWD 

DAY 7: The Whitsundays to 

Farmstay . Say farewell to paradise, as we 

jet through sugar cane country to our true 

Aussie farmstay overnight. (B,D) 






on a hay wagon ride 

• Meet the station owners & try 

whip cracking! 

DAY 8: Farmstay to Noosa . Today we 

head back to the coast but not before 

an option to visit a local winery & exotic 

fruit orchard for a tour & tastings. Later in 

the day we reach the beach side town of 


• Stop at Childers, known for its heritage 

& farming history 





the rainforests & sand dunes & dip in the 



• Visit the largest sand island in 

the world 


• Drive along Australia’s only 

sand highway 

• Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club 

DAY 10: Noosa to Surfers Paradise . 

Get into the chic vibes of Noosa, then stop 

& check out Brisbane before reaching the 

East Coast party capital, Surfers Paradise! 

Resort (B) 


Mountains 

• See the Brisbane River, Royal 

Botanical Gardens & visit Queen 

Street Mall 

• Stay at a resort located right by 

the beach 

DAY 11: Surfers Paradise. Get your 











DAY 12: Surfers Paradise to 

Byron Bay . From mesmerising sunrise 

experiences to an awesome kayak 

experience, Byron Bay is full of options. 

Soak up the hippie vibes & feast on the 

adventures this town has to offer. Hostel (B) 

CATTLE STATION SPECIAL STAY 


galleries, amazing food & cool night life 

M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park & 

waves to spot dolphins, turtles & whales 

(seasonal) 

DAY 13: Byron Bay to Coffs Harbour. 

Get yourself onto the waves on our 

surf lesson! With their tricks of the 

trade, our pro surfer guides will have 

you up on a board in no time. So grab 

your towel, sunnies & earphones & 

hit the beach for the ultimate chill. Hotel 

(B,D) 

• Visit Australia’s most easterly 

point & Cape Byron lighthouse 


DAY 14: Coffs Harbour to Sydney . 

Say farewell to the surf action at Coffs 

as we head to the icons & big city buzz of 

Sydney. If you’re up for it, get a different 

view & head to the top of the Harbour 

Bridge. Hotel (B) 



DAY 15: Sydney . Hit the streets & icons 

of Sydney, including the spot to see the 

city’s best views of the Harbour Bridge & 

Opera House this afternoon. We’ll drive 

to Manly Beach for lunch & a swim before 

cruising back to the city for dinner & your 

last night on trip. Hotel (B,D) 



& The Rocks 

• Take a ferry from Manly across the 

famous Sydney Harbour 


DAY 16: Sydney . With the city icons 

checked off, it’s time to hit the country. 

We’ll head to the Blue Mountains & 

learn about this amazing landscape 

including the Three Sisters rock formation. 

Frame up some shots as you hike 

Wentworth Falls, before heading back to 

Sydney. It’s then time to say farewell to 

your travel buddies as your trip ends at 

5:00pm. (B) 


• See the Three Sisters rock formation 



CODE: BWCSD 2017/18 CODE: BWSCD 2017/18 


Cairns Sydney only sailing Sydney Cairns only sailing 

€ pp* € pp* 

€ pp* € pp* 

2017 

Oct 5 Oct 20 2419 2599 

Oct 12 Oct 27 2419 2599 

Nov 2 Nov 17 2545 2725 

Nov 9 Nov 24 2545 2725 

Nov 30 Dec 15 2545 2725 

Dec 7 ● Dec 22 2545 2725 

Dec 28 ● Jan 12 2545 2725 

2018 

Jan 4 ● Jan 19 2545 2725 

Jan 18 Feb 2 2545 2725 

Jan 25 ● Feb 9 2545 2725 

Feb 1 ● Feb 16 2545 2725 

Feb 15 Mar 2 2545 2725 

Feb 22 Mar 9 2545 2725 

Mar 1 ● Mar 16 2545 2725 

Mar 22 Apr 6 2545 2725 

Apr 19 May 4 2535 2715 

May 17 Jun 1 2535 2715 

Jun 14 Jun 29 2535 2715 

Jul 12 Jul 27 2495 2675 

Jul 19 ● Aug 3 2495 2675 

Aug 9 Aug 24 2495 2675 

Aug 16 ● Aug 31 2495 2675 

Sep 6 Sep 21 2495 2675 

Sep 13 ● Sep 28 2495 2675 







BWCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end Sydney 5:00pm. 

BWSCD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end Cairns 5:00pm. 

● These departures will not stay in Contiki’s Surf Village 

Special Stay. 





YOUR CHOICE 

TRY OUR RAINFOREST EXPERIENCE 

ON DAYS 1 & 2 

2017 

Sep 24 Oct 9 2509 2689 

Oct 1 Oct 16 2509 2689 

Oct 22 Nov 6 2509 2689 

Oct 29 Nov 13 2509 2689 

Nov 19 Dec 4 2635 2815 

Nov 26 Dec 11 2635 2815 

Dec 17 Jan 1 2635 2815 

Dec 24 ■ Jan 8 2635 2815 

2018 

Jan 7 Jan 22 2635 2815 

Jan 14 Jan 29 2635 2815 

Jan 21 Feb 5 2635 2815 

Feb 4 Feb 19 2635 2815 

Feb 11 Feb 26 2635 2815 

Feb 18 Mar 5 2635 2815 

Mar 11 Mar 26 2635 2815 

Apr 8 Apr 23 2625 2805 

May 6 May 21 2625 2805 

Jun 3 Jun 18 2625 2805 

Jul 1 Jul 16 2585 2765 

Jul 8 Jul 23 2585 2765 

Jul 29 Aug 13 2585 2765 

Aug 5 Aug 20 2585 2765 

Aug 26 Sep 10 2585 2765 

Sep 2 Sep 17 2585 2765 

It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Cairns. Or 

save up to €90 if you travel from Cairns to Sydney. 

Get geared up for 2 days in paradise! With huge 

mountain ranges & rainforest stretching right to the 

ocean, the lush Daintree area is where the tropics 

meets the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. This 

World Heritage Site is packed with ancient plants & 

animals & is the home of the Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal 

people – it’s ready to be explored & a must-do in this 

part of the world. Come see it with us. 


SUNSETS 

& SURF 


With 12 days and 

destinations like the 

Whitsundays, Noosa, Byron 

& Sydney included, you 

know it’s gonna be special… 


WHITSUNDAYS 

Airlie Beach 2 

Mackay 

QUEENSLAND 

CATTLE 

STATION 

1 


#SUNSETSANDSURF 

1 

1 


Fraser Island 

NOOSA 2 

Brisbane 


Currumbin 

BYRON BAY 1 



SYDNEY 2 


Nightstops 



38 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/SUNSETS 

BYRON BAY

PP* 




11 

NIGHTS 

Special Stays: 1 night Surf Village, 

1 night Cattle Station 

& 8 nights in hotels & resorts 

1 night in a hostel 



17 



5 dinners (D) 



INCLUSIONS 



Modern, air-conditioned coach 

with power & USB points 



M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s 

Marine Park & waves to spot 

dolphins, turtles & whales 

(seasonal) 

MTandem skydive 


• Visit the Blue Mountains 

• Sydney Harbour ferry 

cruise from Manly 

• Surf lesson in Coffs Harbour 


FREE WIFI 



DISCOVERER 

YOUR TRIP 



morning. We’ll head to the Blue 

Mountains & learn about this amazing 

landscape including the Three Sisters rock 

formation. Frame up some shots as you 

hike Wentworth Falls, before heading back 

to Sydney for dinner overlooking Darling 

Harbour. Hotel (D) 





DAY 2: Sydney . Today we hit the streets 

& icons of Sydney, including the spot to 

see the city’s best views of the Harbour 

Bridge & Opera House. If you’re up for it, 

get a different view & head to the top of 

the Harbour Bridge! We’ll drive to Manly 

Beach for lunch & a swim. Hotel (B) 



& The Rocks 

• Visit The Rocks Markets (weekends) 

or Paddington’s chic shopping area 



• Climb the Harbour Bridge 










Get yourself onto the waves with our 

surf lesson! With their tricks of the trade, 

our pro surfer guides will have you up on 

a board in no time. So grab your towel, 








galleries, amazing food & cool 

night life 






& see iconic Aussie animals 




Check out Brisbane’s sights before we 

make our way to the chic beach town, 


• See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical 

Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall 

• Check out the cafes & shops of Noosa 




the rainforests & sand dunes & dip in 

the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! 


• Visit the largest sand island in the world 

• Drive along Australia’s only sand 

highway 






at our outback station, where you can 

even flex your skills at whip cracking! 

Along the way there is an option to visit 

a local winery & exotic fruit orchard for a 

tour & tasting. (B,D) 

WHITSUNDAYS 


• Stop at Childers, known for its 

heritage & farming history 


on a hay wagon ride 

• Meet the station owners 






















Codes: ex Sydney: SQSWD 

ex W’suns: SQCWD 

DAY 12: The Whitsundays . The trip 

ends after breakfast, so it’s time to say 

farewell to your new friends. (B) 


CODE: SQSCD 2017/18 CODE: SQCSD 2017/18 


Sydney W’suns only sailing W’suns Sydney only sailing 

€ pp* € pp* 

€ pp* € pp* 

2017 

Sep 24 Oct 5 2045 2225 

Oct 1 Oct 12 2045 2225 

Oct 22 Nov 2 2045 2225 

Oct 29 Nov 9 2045 2225 

Nov 19 Nov 30 2145 2325 

Nov 26 Dec 7 2145 2325 

Dec 17 Dec 28 2145 2325 

Dec 24 ■ Jan 4 2145 2325 

2018 

Jan 7 Jan 18 2145 2325 

Jan 14 Jan 25 2145 2325 

Jan 21 Feb 1 2145 2325 

Feb 4 Feb 15 2145 2325 

Feb 11 Feb 22 2145 2325 

Feb 18 Mar 1 2145 2325 

Mar 11 Mar 22 2145 2325 

Apr 8 Apr 19 2135 2315 

May 6 May 17 2135 2315 

Jun 3 Jun 14 2135 2315 

Jul 1 Jul 12 2105 2285 

Jul 8 Jul 19 2105 2285 

Jul 29 Aug 9 2105 2285 

Aug 5 Aug 16 2105 2285 

Aug 26 Sep 6 2105 2285 

Sep 2 Sep 13 2105 2285 


2017 

Oct 9 Oct 20 1995 2175 

Oct 16 Oct 27 1995 2175 

Nov 6 Nov 17 2095 2275 

Nov 13 Nov 24 2095 2275 

Dec 4 Dec 15 2095 2275 

Dec 11 ● Dec 22 2095 2275 

2018 

Jan 1 ● Jan 12 2095 2275 

Jan 8 ● Jan 19 2095 2275 

Jan 22 Feb 2 2095 2275 

Jan 29 ● Feb 9 2095 2275 

Feb 5 ● Feb 16 2095 2275 

Feb 19 Mar 2 2095 2275 

Feb 26 Mar 9 2095 2275 

Mar 5 ● Mar 16 2095 2275 

Mar 26 Apr 6 2095 2275 

Apr 23 May 4 2085 2265 

May 21 Jun 1 2085 2265 

Jun 18 Jun 29 2085 2265 

Jul 16 Jul 27 2055 2235 

Jul 23 ● Aug 3 2055 2235 

Aug 13 Aug 24 2055 2235 

Aug 20 ● Aug 31 2055 2235 

Sep 10 Sep 21 2055 2235 

Sep 17 ● Sep 28 2055 2235 


Single room supplement (trip only) add €865/add €465 for second 

person twin-share. 



SQSCD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end W’suns 8:00am. 

SQCSD: Start W’suns 5:00pm & end Sydney 5:00pm. 

● These departures will not stay in Contiki’s Surf Village Special 

Stay. 






Rainforests trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining 

a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s 

world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm 

welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack. 



experience to relaxing on the beach and 


of options. Soak up the hippie vibes and 

feast on the adventures this town has to 

offer before we make our way to our next 



by the beach 





YOUR CHOICE 

It’s your choice – travel from Sydney to The 

Whitsundays. Or save up to €50 if you travel from 

The Whitsundays to Sydney. 


HIGH 

ENERGY 

2 TRIPS 

FROM 

7–10 

DAYS 

Do you consider yourself more of a 

24-hour kind of traveller? Oh we hear 

you and we have just the solution 

– High Energy. As fast paced and 

fabulous as it sounds, these trips will 

see you living it up by day AND night, 

because who says the fun has to stop 

when the sun goes down? 

WHO TRAVELS HIGH ENERGY? 

• Those who want to live Australia 24 

hours a day 

• Those who want to see their budget 

go further 

• Those who know that sometimes the 

best adventures happen after dark. 


CONTIKI.COM/HIGH-ENERGY-AUSTRALIA 

CONTIKI. 

COM/ 

DEALS 



on an Australia 2018 High Energy trip. Want 





CITY 

TO SURF 

HIGH ENERGY 

QUEENSLAND 


Seven days of whirlwind East 

Coast adventure await you 

on City to Surf. Mountain 

ranges, koala cuddles & 

beachy bliss are just the 

beginning. 


Currumbin 

BYRON BAY 1 


1 

1 



2 SYDNEY 


Nightstops 


1 World Heritage site visited 

7 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY FROM y1159 PP* y166 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO y90 

WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

6 

8 

TASMAN SEA 

NIGHTS 

Unique Special Stay: 1 night 

Coffs Harbour Surf Village 

& 4 nights in hotels & resorts 

1 night in a hostel 


6 breakfasts (B), 

2 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 

See p.82 for more info on 

our standard inclusions. 


MClimb the Sydney 

Harbour Bridge 

NO REGRETS 

EXPERIENCES 

• Visit the famous Blue 

Mountains 

• Surf lesson or kayak in 

Coffs Harbour 

• Visit Currumbin 

Wildlife Sanctuary 

FREE WIFI 





morning. We’ll head to the Blue 

Mountains & learn about this amazing 

landscape including the Three Sisters rock 

formation. Frame up some shots as you 

hike Wentworth Falls, before heading back 

to Sydney for dinner overlooking Darling 

Harbour. Hotel (D) 





DAY 2: Sydney . Today we hit the 

streets & icons of Sydney, including 

the spot to see the city’s best views 

of the Harbour Bridge & Opera House. 

If you’re up for it, get a different view & 

head to the top of the Harbour Bridge! 

We’ll drive to Manly Beach for lunch 

& a swim. Hotel (B) 



& The Rocks 

• Visit The Rocks Markets (weekends) 

or Paddington’s chic shopping area 













Get yourself onto the waves on our surf 

lesson! With their tricks of the trade, our 

pro surfer guides will have you up on a 

board in no time. So grab your towel, 







M Kayak tour of the Marine Park to spot 

dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal) 





of options. Soak up the hippie vibes and 

feast on the adventures this town has to 

offer before we make our way to our next 










• Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary & 

see iconic Aussie animals 

MLocally guided 4WD national park 

rainforest tour 

DAY 7: Surfers Paradise . The trip ends 

after breakfast & it’s time to swap email 

addresses & say farewell to your new 

friends. (B) 


CODE: BSSBD 2017/2018 

Start Finish Total Start Finish Total 

Sydney Surfers P. Cost Sydney Surfers P. Cost 

€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

Sep 24 Sep 30 1159 

Oct 1 Oct 7 1159 

Oct 22 Oct 28 1159 

Oct 29 Nov 4 1159 

Nov 19 Nov 25 1215 

Nov 26 Dec 2 1215 

Dec 17 Dec 23 1215 

Dec 24 Dec 30 1215 

2018 

Jan 7 Jan 13 1215 

Jan 14 Jan 20 1215 

Jan 21 Jan 27 1215 

2018 

Feb 4 Feb 10 1215 

Feb 11 Feb 17 1215 

Feb 18 Feb 24 1215 

Mar 11 Mar 17 1215 

Apr 8 Apr 14 1215 

May 6 May 12 1215 

Jun 3 Jun 9 1215 

Jul 1 Jul 7 1195 

Jul 8 Jul 14 1195 

Jul 29 Aug 4 1195 

Aug 5 Aug 11 1195 

Aug 26 Sep 1 1195 

Sep 2 Sep 8 1195 


Single room supplement add €515/add €265 for second person 

twin-share. 

Start Sydney 7:00am & end Surfers Paradise 8:00am. 


contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82. 






#CITYTOSURF 

BYRON BAY 

CONTIKI.COM/SURF 


THE SUN 

SEEKER 


Get down on the farm, enjoy 

the idyllic island life, smile at 

the crocodiles, snorkel the 

Whitsundays, dive the Great 

Barrier Reef…and we’re 

just getting started. 

CAIRNS 2 

Townsville 

Airlie Beach 


2 WHITSUNDAYS 

QUEENSLAND 

Mackay 

CATTLE 

STATION 

1 


1 

1 


Nightstops 



Fraser Island 

2 NOOSA 

Brisbane 


#SUNSEEKER 


WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

9 

14 

NIGHTS 

Unique Special Stay: 1 night 

Langmorn Outback Cattle 

Station, 6 nights in hotels 

& resorts & 2 nights hostels. 

Sailing option: substitute 2 

nights in resort with 2 nights 

on a boat 



4 dinners (D) 



INCLUSIONS 





MWhitewater raft the 

mighty Tully River 

NO REGRETS 

EXPERIENCES 

• Noosa Surf Club dinner 

• Locally guided 4WD 

trip across Fraser 

Island with lunch & 

drinks 

FREE WIFI 



DAY 1: Surfers Paradise . Head into the 

bright lights of Surfers Paradise for a great 

night out! Resort 











Take a peek at Brisbane before we make 

our way to Noosa. Resort (B) 


Mountains 




the rainforests & sand dunes & dip in the 








at our outback station, where you can 

even flex your skills at whip cracking! 

Along the way there is an option to visit 

a local winery & exotic fruit orchard for a 

tour & tasting. (B,D) 


• Check out the farm & animals on 

a hay wagon ride 










option. Want to get on the water 










Codes: ex Surfers: BTSWD 

ex Cairns: BTCWD 


Today, we’ll head to tropical North 

Queensland, known for its rainforests 

& Great Barrier Reef. Hostel (B) 


• Pass Hinchinbrook Island 


experience Cairns’ best! From shopping 

& great nightlife to endless adrenaline 

activities, it’s also your chance to try some 

kangaroo if you’re up for it. Then it’s time 

to say farewell as your trip ends at 5:00pm. 

Hostel (B,D)(B) 

M Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier 

Reef cruise & lunch, or stay dry with 

coral viewing by semi-submersible 


CODE: BTSCD 2017/18 CODE: BTCSD 2017/18 


Surfers P. Cairns only sailing Cairns Surfers P. only sailing 

€ pp* € pp* 

€ pp* € pp* 

2017 

Sep 28 Oct 7 1689 1869 

Oct 5 Oct 14 1689 1869 

Oct 26 Nov 4 1689 1869 

Nov 2 Nov 11 1775 1955 

Nov 23 Dec 2 1775 1955 

Nov 30 Dec 9 1775 1955 

Dec 21 Dec 30 1775 1955 

Dec 28 Jan 6 1775 1955 

2018 

Jan 11 Jan 20 1775 1955 

Jan 18 Jan 27 1775 1955 

Jan 25 Feb 3 1775 1955 

Feb 8 Feb 17 1775 1955 

Feb 15 Feb 24 1775 1955 

Feb 22 Mar 3 1775 1955 

Mar 15 Mar 24 1775 1955 

Apr 12 Apr 21 1765 1945 

May 10 May 19 1765 1945 

Jun 7 Jun 16 1765 1945 

Jul 5 Jul 14 1735 1915 

Jul 12 Jul 21 1735 1915 

Aug 2 Aug 11 1735 1915 

Aug 9 Aug 18 1735 1915 

Aug 30 Sep 8 1735 1915 

Sep 6 Sep 15 1735 1915 






BTSCD: Start Surfers P. 4:30pm & end Cairns 5:00pm. 

BTCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end Surfers P. 8:00am. 






YOUR CHOICE 

2017 

Oct 7 Oct 16 1639 1819 

Oct 14 Oct 23 1639 1819 

Nov 4 Nov 13 1725 1905 

Nov 11 Nov 20 1725 1905 

Dec 2 Dec 11 1725 1905 

Dec 9 Dec 18 1725 1905 

Dec 30 Jan 8 1725 1905 

2018 

Jan 6 Jan 15 1725 1905 

Jan 20 Jan 29 1725 1905 

Jan 27 Feb 5 1725 1905 

Feb 3 Feb 12 1725 1905 

Feb 17 Feb 26 1725 1905 

Feb 24 Mar 5 1725 1905 

Mar 3 Mar 12 1725 1905 

Mar 24 Apr 2 1725 1905 

Apr 21 Apr 30 1715 1895 

May 19 May 28 1715 1895 

Jun 16 Jun 25 1715 1895 

Jul 14 Jul 23 1685 1865 

Jul 21 Jul 30 1685 1865 

Aug 11 Aug 20 1685 1865 

Aug 18 Aug 27 1685 1865 

Sep 8 Sep 17 1685 1865 

Sep 15 Sep 24 1685 1865 

It’s your choice - travel from Surfers Paradise 

to Cairns. Or save up to €50 if you travel from 

Cairns to Surfers Paradise. 

42 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/SEEKER 

WHITEHAVEN BEACH

4 TRIPS 

FROM 

5–11 

DAYS 

At risk of stating the obvious, 

Australia is one very big country. So if 

you’re not so fussed about seeing it 

all and would rather spend your time 

kicking back and taking it slow in a 

few key places, here’s your answer. 

These trips focus on particular 

regions and are all about unearthing 

the little secrets and quirks that 

really make Australia extra special. 

WHO TRAVELS IN-DEPTH 

EXPLORER? 

• Those who want to get to know a 

particular region in detail 

• Those who are all about food, history, 

local experiences and culture, and 

getting just a little bit lost 

• Those who want to spend less time 

travelling and more time exploring. 


CONTIKI.COM/IN-DEPTH-EXPLORER-AUSTRALIA 

CONTIKI. 

COM/ 

DEALS 

Booking today = Save €17 a week from now to 

next December (that’s 48 weeks) to travel on an 

Australian 2018 In-Depth Explorer trip. Want to 

reduce that weekly amount even more? Head 

to contiki.com/deals for all our latest promotions 

and money saving shenanigans. 


ISLAND & 

RAINFOREST 


Snorkel stops off idyllic white 

sandy beaches and zipline 

adventures amidst lush tropical 

rainforests give you the perfect 

combination of adrenaline 

& relaxation in just 

seven days. 

#ISLANDANDRAINFOREST 

1 

CAPE 

TRIBULATION 

1 

Mossman Gorge 

Port Douglas 

CAIRNS 

QUEENSLAND 

3 

Townsville 

Airlie Beach 


Nightstops 



2 WHITSUNDAYS 

44 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/ISLAND 

WHITSUNDAYS

7 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY · FROM y1215 PP* y174 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO y109 


6 

NIGHTS 

2 nights in hotels, 3 nights 

in hostels & 1 night in 

a lodge , Sailing option: 

substitute 2 nights in resort 

with 2 nights on a boat 

8 


6 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D), 

Sailing option: 6 breakfasts (B), 

1 lunch (L), 3 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 


Luxury coach USB points for charging 

Rainforest adventure on days 6 & 7 



M Sailing trip to Whitehaven 

Beach & lunch 

MCairns tandem skydive 


• Aboriginal guided experience 

at Mossman Gorge 

FREE WIFI 




YOUR TRIP 

DAYS 1 - 2: The Whitsundays . 


paradise of The Whitsundays, then meet 

up with your Contiki Team & new travel 

buddies. This place is the ultimate way to 

relax, so take time to chill or get into some 

watersports & good times. Resort (D)(B) 

MSailing to Whitehaven Beach 

DAY 1 - 2: Sailing Whitsundays 

option . Want to get on the water in true 

Whitsundays style? You can. Choose to 

hit the blue waters & try your hand at 

sailing on our private sailing adventure, 

cruising some of the Whitsundays’ 74 

islands including Whitehaven Beach. 

See p.54 for more info & the price panel 

for costs. Multi-share open cabin 


Codes: ex W’suns: FNSWD 

ex Cairns: FNCWD 


Today, we’ll head to Tropical North 

Queensland known for its rainforests & 

as the gateway to the World Heritage 

listed Great Barrier Reef. Tonight, there’s a 

chance to try some kangaroo if you’re up 

for it. Hostel (B,D) 


WHITEHAVEN BEACH 

• Pass Hinchinbrook Island & Tully 


you can experience Cairns’ best! From 

shopping, cool bars & amazing nightlife, 

to the endless adrenaline activities like 

rafting, skydiving & exploring the reef, 

you’re spoiled with choices. If you’re up 

for a night out, then your Trip Manager 

can tell you the best spots to head to. 

Hostel (B)( B) 

M Snorkel or dive on a Great Barrier 

Reef cruise 

DAY 6: Cairns to Cape Tribulation . 

Get an insider’s look at ancient Aboriginal 

culture & maybe try the unusual flavours 

offered at the local ice creamery, before 

heading north to Cape Tribulation. 

Lodge (B) 

• Aboriginal experience at 

Mossman Gorge. 

DAY 7: Cape Tribulation to Cairns . 

We visit Cape Tribulation beach & 

then check out the mangroves on a walk 

with our Local Expert. This afternoon it’s 

back to Cairns where your trip ends at 

5:00pm. (B) 

• Visit Port Douglas 

• Mangrove boardwalk with our 

Local Expert 

RAINFOREST EXPERIENCE 

ON DAYS 6 & 7 

Get geared up for 2 days in paradise! 

With huge mountain ranges & 

rainforest stretching right to the 

ocean, the lush Daintree area is where 

the tropics meets the world-famous 

Great Barrier Reef. This World 

Heritage Site is packed with ancient 

plants & animals & is the home of the 

Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people – it’s 

ready to be explored & a must-do in 

this part of the world. Come see it 

with us. 


CODE: FNSCD 2017/18 CODE: FNCSD 2017/18 


W’suns Cairns only sailing Cairns W’suns only sailing 

€ pp* € pp* 

€ pp* € pp* 

2017 

Oct 3 Oct 9 1215 1395 

Oct 10 Oct 16 1215 1395 

Oct 31 Nov 6 1215 1395 

Nov 7 Nov 13 1275 1455 

Nov 28 Dec 4 1275 1455 

Dec 5 Dec 11 1275 1455 

Dec 26 Jan 1 1275 1455 

2018 

Jan 2 Jan 8 1275 1455 

Jan 16 Jan 22 1275 1455 

Jan 23 Jan 29 1275 1455 

Jan 30 Feb 5 1275 1455 

Feb 13 Feb 19 1275 1455 

Feb 20 Feb 26 1275 1455 

Feb 27 Mar 5 1275 1455 

Mar 20 Mar 26 1275 1455 

Apr 17 Apr 23 1265 1445 

May 15 May 21 1265 1445 

Jun 12 Jun 18 1265 1445 

Jul 10 Jul 16 1245 1425 

Jul 17 Jul 23 1245 1425 

Aug 7 Aug 13 1245 1425 

Aug 14 Aug 20 1245 1425 

Sep 4 Sep 10 1245 1425 

Sep 11 Sep 17 1245 1425 

2017 

Oct 5 Oct 11 1215 1395 

Oct 12 Oct 18 1215 1395 

Nov 2 Nov 8 1275 1455 

Nov 9 Nov 15 1275 1455 

Nov 30 Dec 6 1275 1455 

Dec 7 Dec 13 1275 1455 

Dec 28 Jan 3 1275 1455 

2018 

Jan 4 Jan 10 1275 1455 

Jan 18 Jan 24 1275 1455 

Jan 25 Jan 31 1275 1455 

Feb 1 Feb 7 1275 1455 

Feb 15 Feb 21 1275 1455 

Feb 22 Feb 28 1275 1455 

Mar 1 Mar 7 1275 1455 

Mar 22 Mar 28 1275 1455 

Apr 19 Apr 25 1265 1445 

May 17 May 23 1265 1445 

Jun 14 Jun 20 1265 1445 

Jul 12 Jul 18 1245 1425 

Jul 19 Jul 25 1245 1425 

Aug 9 Aug 15 1245 1425 

Aug 16 Aug 22 1245 1425 

Sep 6 Sep 12 1245 1425 

Sep 13 Sep 19 1245 1425 







FNSCD: Start W’suns 5:00pm & end Cairns 5:00pm. 

FNCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end W’suns 8:00am. 



Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 16-day Reefs & 





YOUR CHOICE 

It’s your choice – travel from The Whitsundays to 

Cairns, or from Cairns to The Whitsundays. 


OUTBACK 

ADVENTURE 


Ready to ‘go bush’? That’s 

what we thought. Welcome to 

11 days of lush national parks, 

hot air balloon rides, thermal 

pool swims & yep, you 

guessed it, general outback 

adventuring. 

Litchfield 

N.P. 

1 DARWIN 

2 KAKADU N.P. 

1 KATHERINE 

Mataranka 

Daly Waters 


TENNANT 

1 

CREEK 

Devils Marbles 

Wycliffe Well 

#OUTBACKADVENTURE 

1 

1 

KINGS 

CANYON 

1 

The 

Olgas 

2 

ULURU 

Simpsons Gap 

2 

ALICE 

SPRINGS 


Nightstops 



46 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/OUTBACK 

KAKADU NATIONAL PARK

11 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY · FROM y1615 

PP* 

y147 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO y129 


10 

NIGHTS 

Unique Special Stay: 

1 night Kings Creek 

Station Outback Bush 

Camp & 7 nights in 

hotels , 2 nights in a lodge 

14 



4 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 


Luxury coaches with USB points 

for charging 



M Dawn hot air balloon flight over 

the desert & MacDonnell Ranges 

in Alice Springs 

MGuided helicopter flight over 

Uluru & Kata Tjuta 


• Alice Springs Aboriginal 

Dreamtime ‘Bush tucker’ tour 

• Swimming at Florence Falls 

• Uluru sunset drinks & nibbles 

FREE WIFI 




YOUR TRIP 

DAY 1: Alice Springs . Meet your Contiki 

Team this afternoon & check out ‘The 

Alice’, famous for its remoteness, classic 

Aussie locals & Aboriginal art. Maybe 

hold a snake or lizard at our reptile park 

experience (if you’re game). Hotel (D) 

• Catch a look at the MacDonnell 

Ranges from Anzac Hill 

• See the stunning Aboriginal site at 

Simpsons Gap 



• Hands-on reptile park experience 


Station . Gear up to try some ‘bush 

tucker’, meet members of the Walpiri 

Aboriginal community & learn to throw a 

boomerang! Later, it’s on to Kings Creek 

Station for our cool overnight – go local 

like Aussie ‘bushies’ & sleep under the 

stars in a comfy swag. (B,D) 


• Hike through Kings Canyon to the 

‘Lost City’ & desert oasis ‘the 

Garden of Eden’ 

• Sleep under the stars in a 

traditional Aussie ‘swag’ 

DAY 3: Kings Creek Station to Uluru . 

Australia’s pin-up icon is next as we make 

tracks to Uluru. Take a walk through its 

neighbour Kata Tjuta, before cooking up 

an optional BBQ dinner. Lodge (B) 

• Wake up to the smell of fresh cooked 

bacon & eggs, just how you like it 




DAY 4: Uluru . Don’t miss the changing 

colours of an Uluru sunrise, then if you’re 

up for it, take a walk around ‘The Rock’ 

for some close up angles & hear stories of 

this amazing area & its Aboriginal rock art. 

Tonight, toast the trip & catch a legendary 

Uluru sunset while sipping a glass of 

bubbly. Lodge (B) 

• Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre 

• See Uluru at sunrise 

• Drink a toast to Uluru at sunset 


goodbye to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National 


Hotel (B) 

• Indulge in a yummy BBQ ‘Big Brekkie’ 

MOverlander Steakhouse Dinner – try 

kangaroo, emu, crocodile & camel! 

DAY 7: Tennant Creek to Katherine . 

Stop & ‘knock one back’ at the Territory’s 

oldest pub before making a splash in 

Mataranka thermal pools. Later, it’s on 

to the lush river town of Katherine & its 

famous gorge. Hotel (B) 

• Chill out & swim at the Mataranka 

thermal pools 

• Hear stories from ‘We of the 

Never Never’ Homestead, made 

famous by the book of the 

same name 

DAY 8: Katherine to Kakadu National 

Park . Hike, walk, or take an optional boat 

trip to see the massive Katherine Gorge up 

close. This afternoon we’ll hit the road to 

Kakadu National Park via Edith Falls for a 

swim. Hotel (B,D) 

• Visit Katherine Gorge 

• Cool off in Edith Falls before heading 

into World Heritage listed Kakadu 

National Park (seasonal) 

DAY 9: Kakadu National Park . Explore 

Kakadu today – its variety of gorgeous 

landscapes, wildlife & arguably Australia’s 

KINGS CREEK STATION 

best Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie 

Rock will seriously impress. Hotel (B) 

• Keep your eyes peeled for crocs 

on a wildlife cruise 

• See the Aboriginal rock art 

• Visit an Aboriginal Cultural Centre 

MScenic flight over this World Heritage 

Listed area 

DAY 10: Kakadu to Darwin . 

Wave Kakadu farewell as we head 

to Darwin. Don’t forget to pick up a 

didgeridoo & meet some local Aboriginal 

artists before you leave. Stop off en route 

for a swim in the famous (& gorgeous) 

Florence Falls in Litchfield National Park. 

Hotel (B) 

• Enjoy a swim in Florence Falls 

DAY 11: Darwin . Get your bearings on 

a city tour of Darwin & visit East Point 

Military Reserve & the local museum to 

learn about its historical past. Then it’s 

time to say farewell to your travel buddies 

& swap email addresses. (B) 

• Guided city tour of Darwin 

• Visit the Darwin Museum 


CODE: TEADD 2017/18 CODE: TEDAD 2017/18 


A.Springs Darwin Cost Darwin A.Springs Cost 

€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

Oct 8 Oct 18 1655 

Nov 5 Nov 15 1615 

Dec 3 Dec 13 1615 

Dec 31 Jan 10 1615 

2018 

Jan 28 Feb 7 1615 

Feb 25 Mar 7 1615 

Mar 25 Apr 4 1615 

Apr 22 May 2 1729 

May 20 May 30 1729 

Jun 17 Jun 27 1729 

Jul 15 Jul 25 1699 

Aug 12 Aug 22 1699 

Sep 9 Sep 19 1699 

2017 

Sep 27 Oct 7 1655 

Oct 25 Nov 4 1655 

Nov 22 Dec 2 1615 

Dec 20 Dec 30 1615 

2018 

Jan 17 Jan 27 1615 

Feb 14 Feb 24 1615 

Mar 14 Mar 24 1615 

Apr 11 Apr 21 1729 

May 9 May 19 1729 

Jun 6 Jun 16 1729 

Jul 4 Jul 14 1699 

Aug 1 Aug 11 1699 

Aug 29 Sep 8 1699 


* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share. 

Single room supplement add €735/add €415 for second person 

twin-share. 

TEADD: Start A.Springs 11:30am & end Darwin 5:00pm. 

TEDAD: Start Darwin 7:30am & end A.Springs 9:00am. 




Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 25-day Big 

Walkabout. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a 

horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s 



DAY 6: Alice Springs to Tennant 

Creek . Our ‘Top End’ adventure begins 

today – we’ll cross the Tropic of Capricorn 

to Aussie’s old mining town, Tennant 

Creek. Hotel (B, D) 

• Keep your eyes peeled for UFOs at 

Wycliffe Well 

• Visit the ‘Devils Marbles’ 

YOUR CHOICE 

It’s your choice – travel from Alice Springs to Darwin, 

or from Darwin to Alice Springs. 


TROPICAL 

WONDER 


Short on time but big on 

adventure? You can pack in white 

water rafting, a catamaran 

cruise & plenty of after dark 

mischief on this five-day 

extravaganza. 

CAIRNS 2 


QUEENSLAND 

Townsville 

Airlie Beach 

2 WHITSUNDAYS 

1 


Nightstops 


5 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY FROM y805 PP* y161 P/DAY* Start Finish Trip 

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS 

#TROPICALWONDER 

WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

4 

6 

NIGHTS 

2 nights hotel & resort, & 2 

nights hostel accommodation 

Sailing option : substitute 

2 nights in resort with 2 

nights on a boat 



2 dinners (D) 

Sailing option : 


1 lunch (L), 

3 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 





in Cairns 

MBungy jump in Cairns 

FREE WIFI 



DAY 1: Cairns . Meet up with your Contiki 

Team & travel buddies, then take the 

option to head straight out to the Great 

Barrier Reef or explore Cairns! Hostel 

M Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch 

DAY 2: Cairns . Feed your inner 

adrenaline junkie or relax? It’s your choice 

with another free day to do what you like. 

Shopping, nightlife & endless adrenalin 

activities like bungy, rafting and skydiving. 

Tonight is you chance to try Kangaroo for 

dinner. Hostel (B, D) 

MBungy jumping 


DAY 3: Cairns to The Whitsundays . 


paradise of The Whitsundays. 

Resort (B,D) 




orientation 

DAYS 3 - 4: Sailing Whitsundays 

option. Want to get on the water 










Code: NWCWD 

DAY 4: The Whitsundays . This place 

is the ultimate way to relax, so take time 

to chill & get into some good times. 

Resort (B) 

M Sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach & 

lunch (weather dependent) 

DAY 5: The Whitsundays . The trip ends 

after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell 

to your new friends. (B) 


CODE: NWCSD 2017/18 

Trip & Start Finish Trip 

Cairns W’suns only sailing Cairns W’suns only 

€ pp* € pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

Oct 7 Oct 11 805 985 

Oct 14 Oct 18 805 985 

Nov 4 Nov 8 845 1025 

Nov 11 Nov 15 845 1025 

Dec 2 Dec 6 845 1025 

Dec 9 Dec 13 845 1025 

Dec 30 Jan 3 845 1025 

2018 

Jan 6 Jan 10 845 1025 

Jan 20 Jan 24 845 1025 

Jan 27 Jan 31 845 1025 

Feb 3 Feb 7 845 1025 

Trip & 

sailing 

€ pp* 

2018 

Feb 17 Feb 21 845 1025 

Feb 24 Feb 28 845 1025 

Mar 3 Mar 7 845 1025 

Mar 24 Mar 28 845 1025 

Apr 21 Apr 25 839 1019 

May 19 May 23 839 1019 

Jun 16 Jun 20 839 1019 

Jul 14 Jul 18 825 1005 

Jul 21 Jul 25 825 1005 

Aug 11 Aug 15 825 1005 

Aug 18 Aug 22 825 1005 

Sep 8 Sep 12 825 1005 

Sep 15 Sep 19 825 1005 






Start Cairns 7:00am & end Whitsundays 8:00am. 








48 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/WONDER 

WHITSUNDAYS

ROCK 

& RED 



Looking for a taste of “real” 

Australia? How about an emu 

dinner, Aboriginal art, sleep 

in a ‘swag’ & champagne 

sipping while the sun sets 

behind Uluru? 


1 

1 

KINGS 

CANYON 

1 

The 

Olgas 

2 

ULURU 

Simpsons 

Gap 

ALICE 

SPRINGS 


Nightstops 


1 World Heritage site visited 

2 

6 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY FROM y949 PP* y159 P/DAY* Start Finish Total 


WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

5 

7 

NIGHTS 

Unique Special Stay: 

1 night Kings Creek Station 

Outback Bush Camp 

2 nights in hotels 

2 nights in a lodge 



2 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 




MHelicopter flight over 

Uluru & Kata Tjuta 

NO REGRETS 

EXPERIENCES 

• Alice Springs Aboriginal 

Dreamtime ‘Bushtucker’ 

tour 

• Alice Springs Reptile 

Centre experience 

• Uluru sunset drinks 

& nibbles 

FREE WIFI 



DAY 1: Alice Springs . Meet up with your 

Contiki Team & explore the Outback’s 

unofficial capital, ‘The Alice’, famous 

for its remoteness, classic Aussie locals 

& Aboriginal art. Maybe hold a snake or 

lizard at our reptile park experience (if 

you’re game). Hotel (D) 

• Catch a look at the MacDonnell 

Ranges from Anzac Hill 

• See the stunning Aboriginal site of 

Simpsons Gap 



• Hands-on reptile park experience 


Station . Gear up to try some ‘bush 

tucker’, meet members of the Walpiri 

Aboriginal community & learn to throw a 

boomerang! Later, it’s on to Kings Creek 

Station for our cool overnight – go local 

like Aussie ‘bushies’ & sleep under the 

stars in a comfy swag. (B,D) 


• Sleep under the stars in a traditional 

Aussie ‘swag’ 

MQuad-bike adventure 

DAY 3: Kings Creek Station to Uluru . 

Australia’s pin-up icon is next as we make 

tracks to Uluru. Take a walk through its 

neighbour – Kata Tjuta. Lodge (B) 

• Wake up to the smell of fresh cooked 

bacon & eggs, just how you like it 




DAY 4: Uluru . Don’t miss the changing 

colours of an Uluru sunrise, then if you’re 

up for it, take a walk around ‘The Rock’ 

for some close up angles & hear stories of 

this amazing area & its Aboriginal rock art. 

Tonight, toast the trip & catch a legendary 

Uluru sunset while sipping a glass of 

bubbly. Lodge (B) 

• Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre 

• See Uluru at sunrise 

• Drink a toast to Uluru at sunset 

MScenic helicopter flight 


farewell to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National 


Hotel (B) 

• Indulge in a yummy BBQ ‘Big Brekkie’ 

DAY 6: Alice Springs . Choose to take 

an amazing optional hot air balloon flight 

this morning, then say farewell to your 

new friends. (B) 

ALICE SPRINGS 


CODE: AEDAD 2017/18 CODE: AEADD 2017/18 

Start Finish Total 

A.Springs A.Springs Cost A.Springs A.Springs Cost 

€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

Oct 2 Oct 7 975 

Oct 30 Nov 4 975 

Nov 27 Dec 2 949 

Dec 25 Dec 30 949 

2018 

Jan 22 Jan 27 949 

Feb 19 Feb 24 949 

Mar 19 Mar 24 949 

Apr 16 Apr 21 1019 

May 14 May 19 1019 

Jun 11 Jun 16 1019 

Jul 9 Jul 14 999 

Aug 6 Aug 11 999 

Sep 3 Sep 8 999 

2017 

Oct 8 Oct 13 975 

Nov 5 Nov 10 949 

Dec 3 Dec 8 949 

Dec 31 ● Jan 5 949 

2018 

Jan 28 Feb 2 949 

Feb 25 Mar 2 949 

Mar 25 Mar 30 949 

Apr 22 Apr 27 1019 

May 20 May 25 1019 

Jun 17 Jun 22 1019 

Jul 15 Jul 20 999 

Aug 12 Aug 17 999 

Sep 9 Sep 14 999 


Single room supplement add €365/add €205 twin-share. 

AEDAD: Start A.Springs 1:30pm & end A.Springs 9:00am. 

AEADD: Start A.Springs 11:30am & end A.Springs 9:00am. 

● This trip starts in Alice Springs on New Year’s Eve. 



Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 11-day Outback 

Adventure & our 25-day Big Walkabout. When you jump aboard 

this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are 

already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. 

Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new 

addition to the wolf pack. 

#ROCKANDRED 

ULURU 

CONTIKI.COM/ROCK 


SHORT 

TRIPS & 

FESTIVALS 

2 TRIPS 

FROM 

3–4 

DAYS 

When life gives you lemons, chuck 

those lemons in a cocktail and go 

party some place wonderful. Our 

Short Trips & Festivals are all about 

celebrating just how fun life can 

be, so whether that’s partying at 

Splendour in the Grass festival in 

Byron Bay or dancing under the 

Sydney NYE fireworks, come party 

with us. 

WHO TRAVELS SHORT TRIPS & 

FESTIVALS? 

• Those who want to see in the New 

Year some place extraordinary 

• Those who want to dance till dawn at 

one of Australia’s best festivals 

• Those who like to celebrate the 

special moments in life. 


CONTIKI.COM/SHORT-TRIPS-FESTIVALS-AUSTRALIA 


SYDNEY 

NEW YEAR 

SHORT TRIP 


Explore one of the best 

cities on Earth, before 

partying in the New Year 

in style on board a Sydney 

Harbour boat cruise. 

4 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY 

WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

3 

4 

NIGHTS 

3 nights multi-share 

centrally located hotel 

accommodation 



1 dinner (D), 

DAY 1: Sydney . This afternoon check in 

to the hotel. Later, meet up with your Trip 

Manager & group and get to know your 

new travel buddies over a drink & dinner. 

Hotel (D) 

DAY 2: Sydney . With sightseeing this 

morning you’ll get to see all that Sydney 

has to offer, including some of its eastern 

beaches, like Bondi. Tonight, get ready 

to ring in the New Year from a different 

angle, as you board a Sydney Harbour 

cruise. See a light show & the city’s 

famous fireworks explode across the sky, 

complete with canapés, dinner, alcoholic 

& non-alcoholic drinks & there’s even an 

on-board DJ so you can dance the night 

away! Hotel (B) 

DAY 3: Happy New Year! Today is yours 

to chill out. Have a late ‘recovery’ lunch 

then later in the afternoon you could 

venture to Bondi Beach to soak up some 

sun & get into the buzzing vibe of this 

sunny city. Hotel (B) 

DAY 4: Sydney . Your New Year’s 

adventure ends after breakfast & 

it’s time to say farewell to your new 

friends. (B) 



CODE: SNYED 2017/18 


Sydney Sydney Cost 

2017 

Dec 30 Jan 2 

Speak to your Contiki 

Representative for up to date pricing 

Price based on triple-share. 

Twin & single supplements available. If you are travelling solo, we 

can set you up with a same sex roommate at no extra charge. 

Trip starts at 5:00pm, check in from 3:00pm. 

Climb Sydney’s most famous icon, the Sydney Harbour Bridge 

(essential to pre-book at bridgeclimb.com) 

INCLUSIONS 



BONDI BEACH 

NO REGRETS 

EXPERIENCES 

• Harbour cruise to 

experience the 

world-famous Sydney 

fireworks 

FREE WIFI 



#SYDNEYNYE 

SYDNEY CONTIKI.COM/SYDNEY-NEW-YEAR AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 51

KEEP YOUR EYES 

PEELED ON CONTIKI.COM/ 

SPLENDOUR FOR DETAILS ON 

TICKETS & TRIP INFO, & 

WATCH OUR VIDEO 

WITH 

FRIDAY 21, SATURDAY 22 & SUNDAY JULY 23, 2017 

Music lovers! Join us in beautiful Byron Bay for the 17th 

Annual Splendour in the Grass festival – always a hot ticket 

and the easiest way to warm up your winter! 

Don’t miss Australia’s hottest annual music and arts festival, 

Splendour in the Grass! With its unique atmosphere and 

unparalleled line-up of international and local artists, it’s an 

experience second to none on the Australian festival circuit. 

Contiki will have you sorted with accommodation and Splendour 

in the Grass event tickets. 

All you need is a festive attitude and be ready for some good 

times with an amazing crew. 

CONTIKI.COM/SPLENDOUR 


2 TRIPS 

FROM 

3-5 

DAYS 

SAILING 

& DIVE 

Underwater worlds don’t come much 

better than in the warm, colourful 

waters of the Great Barrier Reef, one 

of the Seven Natural Wonders of the 

World. If you’re more of a sunbathe on 

deck and occasional snorkeller kind of 

traveller, our Sailing trips around the 

Whitsundays will tick all your boxes. 

But if you’re more about getting in 

and amongst it, treat yourself to a 

PADI learn to dive course and get eye 

level with the fishies. 

WHO TRAVELS SAILING & DIVE? 

• Those with a sense of adventure who 

want a true sailing experience 

• Those who like to sleep to the sound of 

the waves 

• Those who love the feel of salt on their 

skin and the wind in their hair 

• Those looking to learn a new skill and 

have a great time doing it. 

CONTIKI.COM/SAILING-AUSTRALIA 

CONTIKI. 

COM/ 

DEALS 


next December (that’s 48 weeks) to travel on 

an Australian 2018 Dive trip. Want to reduce 

that weekly amount even more? Head to contiki. 

com/deals for all our latest promotions and 

money saving shenanigans. 


WHITSUNDAYS 

SAILING ADVENTURE 

WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

2 

5 

NIGHTS MULTI-SHARE 

ACCOMMODATION 

(no single or twin-share) 



1 lunch (L), 

2 dinners (D) 

SEE THE WHITSUNDAYS ON OUR OWN PRIVATE YACHT! IF YOU’RE THE ADVENTUROUS TYPE THEN 

THIS SAILING OPTION IS A GREAT ALTERNATIVE TO SPENDING 2 NIGHTS AT A HOTEL, WITH THE 

CHANCE TO SPEND 2 DAYS & NIGHTS OUT ON THE WATER. 

The Whitsundays is part of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, with over 90 mostly uninhabited National Park islands, heavenly white beaches 

& crystal clear waters. And sailing on converted racing sailing boats is a great way to see it all. If you want to learn about sailing, the crew will teach you 

how to hoist the sails & grind the winches, but if you’d prefer to relax, sunbake & soak up the atmosphere – you can leave the hard work to them. Swim, 

snorkel, or laze your way around this tropical paradise. While these are not luxury yachts, sleeping in an open cabin like real sailors do is all part of the 

adventure. The highlight will definitely be a visit to Whitehaven Beach (weather dependent). The trip returns to Airlie Beach on the final morning. 

Visit contiki.com/sailingwhitsundays 

INCLUSIONS 

Dedicated & professional 

on-board crew 

Snorkelling equipment 

#CONTIKIAUSTRALIA 

AVAILABLE ON 

THESE TRIPS 

The Big Walkabout (p.32) 

Beaches & Reefs (p.34) 

Reefs & Rainforests (p.36) 

Sunsets & Surf (p.38) 

The Sun Seeker (p.42) 

Island & Rainforest (p.44) 

Tropical Wonder (p.48) 

54 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/SAILINGWHITSUNDAYS 

WHITSUNDAYS

LEARN TO DIVE 

WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

4 

NIGHTS 

2 nights in a hostel 

(multi-share), 2 nights on a 

dive boat (twin-share) 

DIVE 

7 



3 lunches (L), 

2 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 

Transfers from Cairns 

accommodation to training 

centre & boat 

PADI ‘Open Water’ 

certificate & manual 

Log book & scuba equipment 

Environmental Management 

charge included 

FREE WIFI 



CONTIKI.COM/DIVE 

5 DAYS FROM y855 PP* y171 P/DAY* 

DAYS 1 - 2: Cairns . The first 2 days of 

the course are spent at Pro Dive Cairns 

training centre learning the theory & 

practical skills of scuba diving. Each day 

finishes around 5:30pm. Hostel 

DAYS 3 - 4: Cairns to the dive boat . 

The next 3 days & 2 nights are spent living 

on board a premium dive vessel. You’ll 

have the opportunity to participate in 9 

dives at a variety of the 16 exclusive dive 

sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your 

first 4 dives will complete your open water 

certification & then as a certified diver you 

are able to take up to 5 more recreational 

dives. One of these dives is a guided night 

dive! These extra dives will be a highlight 

of your course & a truly memorable 

experience. Boat (L, D)( B, L, D) 

DAY 5: Dive boat to Cairns . Return to 

Cairns in the late afternoon where there’s 

the option to join your new mates & crew 

for a farewell dinner. (B,L) 



This 5-day course takes you to 9 of the Great Barrier Reef’s best dive sites. It features 2 days of classroom & in-pool training, then it’s on 

to the live aboard boat for some actual reef diving. There’s also plenty of time to snorkel, relax & just enjoy the reef experience too. 

Important Info: Package is open age, unescorted & operated 

by a third-party. You will need to contact Pro Dive in order to 

arrange your transfer on Day 1 (prodivecairns.com or 07 4031 

5255). Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude 

of 300m or over within 24 hours of your last dive (approx. 12 

noon). An Australian diving medical certificate may be needed 

(own expense). Prior to commencing your Learn to Dive Course 

you are required to complete the self-assessment Entry Level 

Student Dive Medical Declaration & bring with you on day 1. 

#LEARNTODIVE 

DIVE TO ADVENTURE 

WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

2 

NIGHTS 

2 nights twin-share 

accommodation on boat 

7 



3 lunches (L), 

2 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 

Transfers from Cairns 

accommodation to boat 

11 dives incl. 2 night dives 

(weather permitting) 

Dive & snorkelling equipment 

Dive insurance 

Environmental Management 

charge included 

FREE WIFI 



CONTIKI.COM/ 

DIVE-ADVENTURE 


3 DAYS FROM y609 PP* y203 P/DAY* VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS 

This 3-day live aboard dive & snorkelling adventure will show you the very best of the Outer Great Barrier Reef. It’s also unmatched 

for value – you’ll participate in up to 11 dives over 16 exclusive dive sites. 

DAY 1: Cairns to the dive boat . It’s off 

to the boat & out to the Great Barrier Reef 

to start your adventure. The sites you’ll 

DAY 3: Dive boat . There’s more diving 

or snorkelling in different areas of the reef 

today & later, return to Cairns in the late 

Important Info: Package is open age & operated by a 

third-party. You must hold a minimum of an ‘open water dive’ 

certificate to take this trip. Call Pro Dive in order to arrange your 

visit have been selected for their quality afternoon & transfer to your hotel. (B,L) transfer on Day 1 (prodivecairns.com or 07 4031 5255). Safety 

dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 300m+ within 

of coral, marine life & great visibility. 

24 hrs of your last dive (approx. 12 noon). A 3-day snorkelling 

Boat (L, D) 

package is also available at a cost of €545 – 

DAY 2: Dive boat . Today you explore 

see contiki.com/snorkel. 

this World Heritage listed underwater 

playground, and relax & enjoy yourself 

diving & snorkelling. Boat (B,L,D) 

#DIVETOADVENTURE 


N E W Z E 


A L A N D 

If life is an adventure, then New Zealand is Utopia. 

This little country may be on the edge of the world, 

but what it lacks in size it makes up for in charm, 

attitude and outstanding natural beauty. 

After all, this is the land of Hobbits, the All Blacks, AJ 

Hackett, Marlborough wines, delicious traditional ‘Hāngi’ 

dinners and landscapes so vast and beautiful they will 

quite literally take your breath away. People come to New 

Zealand with an open mind and leave with a very full 

heart. We challenge you to feel any different. 


WAYS TO 

TRAVEL 

We get it, you get it, we all 

know it makes sense; no two 

travellers are the same, so how 

do you make it work? More 

choice of course. Travelling 

New Zealand with us will see 

you picking from 4 different 

travel styles – whatever you 

want, we’ve got it. 

Want to cover ground in NZ 

and get a feel for everything 

on offer? Then it has to be 

Discoverer. Tick off all your 

must-dos, bungee jumping 

and glacier hiking included, 

and even squeeze in a big 

old dose of culture. 

2 Discoverer trips, 


See p.64 

DISCOVERER 

READ 

ON TO FIND 

OUT MORE ABOUT 

YOUR TRAVEL 

STYLE 

WINTER & SKI 

Snow? New Zealand? 

You better believe it. 

Queenstown has one 

awesome snow scene, 

offering up runs and après 

options a-plenty. And the 

best bit? Ski passes and daily 

transfers are both included 

as standard. 

1 Winter trip, 

7 days 

See p.79 


Want to get to know why New 

Zealanders are some of the best 

people on the planet? Slip into 

their shoes and live like a resident 

Kiwi on In-Depth Explorer, getting 

to know one particular region up 

close and personal. 

3 In-Depth Explorer trips, 


See p.70 


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Short on time but hungry 

for a quick NZ hit? Our 

Jaffas’n’Jandals trip exploring 

the gorgeous Bay of Islands has 

your name all over it. Or, looking 

to spice up your NYE plans? 

Say hello to seeing in the New 

Year swaying to the beat of the 

Rhythm & Alps fest in Cardrona. 

2 Short Trips & Festivals 

from 3-7 days 

See p.76 


HOW TO TRAVEL WITH 

NO REGRETS 

Shotover Jet, Queenstown 

Traditional Maori Hangi & cultural performance, Roturua 

Hands in the air, as you’re in for the ride of your life. Reaching speeds 

of 85kph, the exhilarating Shotover Jet will take you through the narrow 

Shotover Canyons in NZ’s adventure capital, Queenstown. 

Rotorua – Best known for its distinct sulphurous smell, Rotorua is also a region 

of significant importance for the Maori culture. See the world famous Haka 

performed and tuck in to a tasty, and earthy, Hangi dinner. 

1 

2 

3 

4 

Rainbow Springs Kiwi Breeding Programme in Rotorua 

1 See the beautiful Paihia by boat 

2 Take in the views of Mt Cook at Lake Ohau 

3 Hug an 800-year old tree at Parry Kauri Park 

4 Take a look at the bubbling geothermic pools, just mind the smell 

Give a little something back while in NZ with a visit to the Rainbow Springs 

Kiwi Breeding Programme in Rotorua. See the iconic endangered kiwi chicks as 

they’re raised and protected in this amazing conservation centre. 


WE CALL THEM NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES – 

THE ONES WE KNOW YOU JUST CAN’T AFFORD TO MISS. 

AND THE BEST PART? THEY’RE INCLUDED AS STANDARD ON YOUR TRIP. 

1 

2 

3 

4 

4 day ski pass, Ultimate NZ Ski 

1 See Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools 

2 Stop at Moeraki for a look at massive boulders right on the beach 

3 Chase waterfalls on your way up to Franz Josef Glacier 

4 Take in the culture at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds 

Hit the slopes of the Southern Alps with our included 4 day ski pass. So what 

makes skiing in Queenstown so unique? Without doubt the backdrop – lakes, 

rivers, lush greens, golden plains, dense forest and blue ocean 

as far as the eye can see. 

Visit the Speight Brewery, Dunedin 

Visit Hobbiton Village 

Love a hipster craft ale? So do the Kiwis and so do we. Crowned ‘the pride of 

the south’, a visit to the Speight’s Brewery in Dunedin will see you learn about 

the brewing process, with plenty of tasters thrown in for good measure. 

LOTR super fans listen up! We have the ultimate NZ experience for you, visit 

the iconic rolling hills and lush green pastures of Hobbiton and live out all of 

your Middle-earth fantasies. 

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GIVING YOU MORE 

ME TIME 

No one gives you more freedom 

and flexibility than us, with 

options to take your trip from 

memorable to legendary. 

Nobody can do NZ like you, not even us. 

That’s why every single one of our trips 

has built-in ME Time, to allow you to 

explore the Land of the Long White 

Cloud the way only you can. ME Time is made up 

of two parts; free time and our delectable suite of 

ME Time Optionals. So how do you spend your 

free time? Well that’s entirely up to you. Maybe 

you’ll spend an afternoon snoozing by a gorgeous 

glacier fed lake, or perhaps you’d prefer to hit the 

streets of Auckland in search of the ultimate coffee. 

And for those times when you want to ramp up the 

adventure/food/cultural dial, we’ve got our ME 

Time Optionals, which get just a little bit more 

special in NZ. How? Well you know that comfort 

zone you’ve been living in? Prepare to see it 

officially stretched beyond belief with our choice 

of skydiving, canyon swinging, horse riding or 

4WDing. Want things a little more sedate? How 

does dolphin spotting, fishing on Lake Taupo or 

cruising on the blissful Milford Sound take your 

fancy? Offered at the best prices with transport 

to get you there and back, our Optionals just 

add that extra bit of sparkle to your trip. 

Get your adrenaline hit rolling 

down the hills inside a OGO 

in Roturua 

Explore the Franz Josef 

Glacier all year round 

Mountain bike along the historic & stunning 

landscape of the Old Coach Rd, Ohakune 

ME TIME 

OPTIONALS 

Important: ME Time optional activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators and on occasions, for some of the activities, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. 

Before you leave, it’s important that you check your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities and be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding and may involve some risk. 


Take a boat cruise on the World 

Heritage listed Milford Sound 

FREE TIME 

Production Manager Rachel Storey gives us 

her insider tips on how best to explore the 

exquisite Bay of Islands on the North Island. 

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FOR OUR LATEST 

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Jump the original AJ Hackett 

bungy in Queenstown 

Dolphin Spotting 

Offered as a ME Time Optional 

activity, this is an absolute must-do if 

you love nature, animals, hanging 

out on boats, or basically just want 

one beautiful day to remember. What 

do you get? Well, in a nutshell, a 

catamaran, stopovers on gorgeous 

untouched beaches where you can 

wander to your hearts content, lots of 

snorkelling ops and, oh yeah, the 

chance to spot wild dolphins doing 

their thing. 

Sunset Perfection 

Paihia is one of my favourite places 

on the North Island. Brimming with 

ancient stories and fascinating Maori 

culture (this is, after all, where the 

Treaty of Waitangi was signed), the 

picturesque beauty of this place goes 

into overdrive come sunset, when the 

setting sun dances off the lighthouse 

and illuminates the surrounding water. 

Sitting on the beach eating fish ‘n’ 

chips, it’s a real pinch yourself 

moment. 

Visits to “Romantic Russell” 

Romantic by name, romantic by 

nature, Russell is a ferry ride from 

Paihia and is a hustling little town full 

of cute cafés, restaurants and art 

galleries. Take a perch on the 

waterfront at the Duke of 

Marlborough Hotel, order a glass of 

sauvignon blanc and the grilled New 

Zealand calamari and just watch the 

world go by. 

Check out 

for more of our 

insider tips 

contiki.com/sixtwo 

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DISCOVERER 

Want to get a feel for both islands 

and cover as much ground as 

possible? Sounds to us like you’re a 

text book Discoverer. These trips are 

all about seeing and doing as much 

as is physically possible in the time 

you’ve got, whether that’s hiking the 

Franz Josef Glacier or swinging by 

Hobbiton for a cup of tea. 

WHO TRAVELS DISCOVERER? 

• Those who want to see it all and do it 

all on both islands, with a mix of iconic 

sights and unique experiences 

• Those who want the perfect balance 

of organised sightseeing and 

independent adventuring 

• Those who want to make the most of 

the time they have. 

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next December (that’s 48 weeks) to travel on 

a New Zealand 2018 Discoverer trip. Want to 

reduce that weekly amount even more? Head 

to contiki.com/deals for all our latest promotions 

and money saving shenanigans. 


2 TRIPS 

FROM 

14–19 

DAYS 


THE BIG 

TIKI 


Inspirational & then some, this 

trip will see you getting 

to know exactly what makes 

NZ tick. Hike the Franz Josef 

Glacier, cruise Milford Sound, 

get all LOTR super fan 

in Hobbiton. 

2 PAIHIA 

Parry 

Kauri Park 

1 

AUCKLAND 

TASMAN SEA 

Hobbiton ROTORUA 

2 

NORTH 

Huka Falls 

ISLAND 

TAUPO 1 

1 MT. RUAPEHU 

COOK STRAIT 

#THEBIGTIKI 

FRANZ JOSEF & 

FOX GLACIER 2 

Haast Pass 

Mt. 

Cook 

Wanaka 

Hokitika 

Lake 

Tekapo 

1 LAKE 

OHAU 

Milford Arrowtown 

Sound 4 

QUEENSTOWN 

1 

DUNEDIN 

Arthur’s 

Pass 

Picton 

SOUTH ISLAND 

Kaikoura 

1 CHRISTCHURCH 

PACIFIC 

OCEAN 

1 

1 

KAIKOURA COAST 

2 WELLINGTON 


Nightstops 

Optional start/end city 

Special Stopover night 

Milford Sound highlight optional 

66 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/TIKI 

PAIHIA

PP* 




18 

NIGHTS 

10 nights in hotels , 

7 nights in lodges , 

1 night in a Special 

Stopover 

24 



6 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 




with powerpoints for charging 



M Race down a hill inside an OGO ball 

MFishing trip on Lake Taupo 

MAJ Hackett bungy jump 

in Queenstown 

MCruise stunning Milford Sound 


• Waitangi Grounds Guided Tour 

• Visit Hobbiton Village 

• Visit traditional Maori village for 

cultural performance & Hangi dinner 

• Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride 

FREE WIFI 



DISCOVERER 

YOUR TRIP 

DAY 1: Auckland to Paihia . 

Welcome to the Land of the Long White 

Cloud. We start off crossing Auckland’s 

Harbour Bridge admiring the ‘City of Sails’ 

harbour, before starting our journey 

north to Paihia where you will have a 

dose of Kiwi history, on a guided tour 

at Waitangi Treaty Grounds & Treaty 

Museum. Hotel (D) 

• See the iconic Sky Tower & harbour, 

made famous by the America’s Cup 

• Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry 

Kauri Park 

• See Kawakawa’s famous 

Hundertwasser toilets 

• Guided tour of Waitangi Treaty 

Grounds & entry to Waitangi Museum 

MTandem parasailing 

DAY 2: Paihia . Paihia is the perfect place 

to relax. Chill out on the beach, or get into 

the water sports. Hotel (B) 

M ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ tour with offroading 

& sand dune ‘surfing’ 

DAY 3: Paihia to Auckland . Back in 

Auckland, we’ll show you the city sights & 

hit up some of the city’s best spots to eat 

& party too. Hotel (B) 

• Auckland city tour 

DAY 4: Auckland to Rotorua . We 

leave Auckland this morning & make a 

stop at Hobbiton, the village created for 

the Lord of the Rings movies. After the 

“Shire”, we head to Rotorua where later a 

Maori cultural experience will be a night to 

remember. Hotel (B, D) 


cultural performance & hangi dinner 

• Visit Hobbiton 

DAY 5: Rotorua . Take advantage of 

the city’s awesome thermal environment 

& treat yourself to a spa or treatment. 

Hotel (B) 

MMount Tarawera Volcano Crater Walk 

MWhitewater rafting the Kaituna River 

DAY 6: Rotorua to Lake Taupo . 

Rotorua’s been grand! But there’s plenty 

more to see & do, first we stop by a kiwi 

enclosure to learn about & see the NZ 

national bird before it’s on to Huka Falls. 

At Lake Taupo, you can opt for a cruise on 

the lake tonight, where you can fish, eat & 

party into the night. Hotel (B) 

• See Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools 

• See Taupo’s Huka Falls 

• Visit the National Kiwi Trust 

DAYS 6 - 7: Ski Mount Ruapehu 

option . Make the most of Mount 

Ruapehu’s great snow fields with an 

extra day to explore in between July 

& September. This tranquil town is 

a place of unparalleled & exciting 

experiences, such as your heritagelisted 

‘home’ for the night. (B)(B,D) 

DAY 7: Lake Taupo to Mount 

Ruapehu. Known as the aprés-ski 

capital of the North Island, Ohakune 

is a combination of a tranquil town 

& stupendous landscapes. Go on a 

mountain bike ride to fully grasp the 

beauty of the scenery & in the night relax 

at the base of Mt. Ruapehu at a 100 

year old heritage listed building - now a 

modern ski lodge. (B, D) 

Contiki Special Stopover 

M Mountain bike the Old Coach Road trail 

DAY 8: Mount Ruapehu to 

Wellington . Check out the awesome 

landscapes en route to the windy capital, 

Wellington. This evening after an optional 

dinner in the heart of the city on Courtney 

Place, we’ll show you the sights & nightlife 

around this arty city with it’s cool vibe. 

Hotel (B) 

• Orientation tour of Wellington 

MWellington dining experience 

DAY 9: Wellington . Treat yourselves 

to some shopping along Lambton Quay 

or have a (free) nose around Te Papa 

National Museum. Later on, you can enjoy 

some amazing street performers on Cuba 

Street. Hotel (B) 

DAY 10: Wellington to Christchurch . 

Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to the 

South Island. Travel down the stunning 

Kaikoura coastline, to the charmingly 

English city of Christchurch. Hotel (B) 

• Christchurch City Tour 

• Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic 

Marlborough & Queen Charlotte 

Sounds 

DAY 11: Christchurch to Franz Josef 

Glacier . Venture through the Southern 

Alps & along the rugged West Coast 

to Hokitika & later on to Franz Josef. 

Lodge (B, D) 

• Scenic drive across the Southern Alps 

• Native greenstone demonstration & 

carving 

• Stop at Arthur’s Pass 

DAY 12: Franz Josef Glacier . Hitting 

the ice is a must. From walks & hikes to heli 

rides, the day is yours to enjoy. Lodge (B) 

MHelicopter Flight & Glacier Hike 

DAY 13: Franz Josef Glacier 

to Queenstown . Today we head 

through Haast Pass & Thunder Creek 

Falls. Visit lakeside Wanaka & stop at 

Kawarau Bridge home to the world’s 

first commercial bungy, then on to 

Queenstown, the world’s adventure 

capital. Hotel (B) 

• Stop at Bungy Bridge 

DAY 14: Queenstown . Take a ride 

on the Shotover Jet, then get into the 

Queenstown vibes. The nightlife here is 

awesome & we’ll take you to our favourite 

nightstop. Lodge (B) 

• Ride the iconic Shotover Jet 

M Day trip & cruise to Milford Sound 

DAYS 15 - 16: Queenstown. From 

bungy jumps, canyon swings & gondolas, 

there’s no shortage of things to do & the 

choice is all yours. Lodge (B)(B,D) 


MWalter Peak horse trek 

DAY 17: Queenstown to Dunedin. 

Today we visit Arrowtown before we head 

off to the ‘student city’ Dunedin, where 

we’ll try the famous beer on a guided tour 

of Speight’s Brewery. Hotel (B) 

• Speight’s Brewery tour 

DAY 18: Dunedin to Lake Ohau . See 

the world’s steepest street, then it’s on to 

Moeraki to see the huge beach boulders. 

Later, Lake Ohau will impress, with epic 

views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps. 

Lodge (B, D) 

• Visit Baldwin St 

• Visit Moeraki Boulders, Oamaru 

& Benmore Dam 

DAY 19: Lake Ohau to Christchurch . 

Maybe take a scenic glacier flight before 

heading through Mackenzie Country back 

to Christchurch where your trip ends. (B) 

• Stop at Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo 

& Geraldine 

• See the famous Church of the 

Good Shepherd 

MScenic flight at Mt Cook 

THE BIG TIKI 

START/END QUEENSTOWN 

– 17 DAYS 

FROM y2435 PP* 

y144 P/DAY* 


STUCK FOR TIME? We’ve got a 

shorter 17-day version of The Big Tiki 

that starts or ends in Queenstown. 

• For 17-day price, deduct up to €220 

from price in the price box 

• 17-day trip starts or ends at Tanoa 

Aspen Hotel, Queenstown 

• Code: NDZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 

8:00am/End 10:00am 

• Code: NDZCD (ex: Queenstown) 

Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm 

• Single room supp: €885 

• Twin room supp: €475 


CODE: NGZAD 2017/18 CODE: NGZCD 2017/18 


Auckland C’church Cost C’church Auckland Cost 

€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

2017 

Oct 2 Oct 20 2725 Oct 2 Oct 20 2655 

Oct 10 Oct 28 2725 Oct 10 Oct 28 2655 

Oct 18 Nov 5 2725 Oct 18 Nov 5 2655 

Oct 26 Nov 13 2725 Oct 26 Nov 13 2655 

Nov 3 Nov 21 2725 Nov 3 Nov 21 2655 

Nov 11 Nov 29 2725 Nov 11 Nov 29 2655 

Nov 19 Dec 7 2795 Nov 19 Dec 7 2725 

Nov 27 Dec 15 2795 Nov 27 Dec 15 2725 

Dec 5 Dec 23 2795 Dec 5 Dec 23 2725 

Dec 9 Dec 27 2795 Dec 9 Dec 27 2725 

Dec 13 Dec 31 2795 Dec 13 Dec 31 2725 

Dec 17 Jan 4 2795 Dec 17 Jan 4 2725 

Dec 21 Jan 8 2795 Dec 21 Jan 8 2745 

Dec 25 Jan 12 2795 Dec 25 Jan 12 2745 

Dec 29 Jan 16 2795 Dec 29 Jan 16 2745 

2018 

Jan 2 Jan 20 2795 

Jan 6 Jan 24 2795 

Jan 10 Jan 28 2795 

Jan 14 Feb 1 2795 

Jan 18 Feb 5 2795 

Jan 22 Feb 9 2795 

Jan 26 Feb 13 2795 

Jan 30 Feb 17 2795 

Feb 3 Feb 21 2795 

Feb 7 Feb 25 2795 

Feb 15 Mar 5 2795 

Feb 23 Mar 13 2795 

Mar 3 Mar 21 2795 

Mar 11 Mar 29 2795 

Mar 19 Apr 6 2795 

Apr 4 Apr 22 2755 

Apr 20 May 8 2755 

Apr 28 May 16 2755 

May 6 May 24 2755 

May 22 Jun 9 2755 

Jun 7 Jun 25 2755 

Jun 23 Jul 11 2755 

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Jul 9 Jul 27 2725 

Jul 17 Aug 4 2725 

Jul 25 ● Aug 12 2725 

Aug 2 ● Aug 20 2725 

Aug 10 ● Aug 28 2725 

Aug 18 ● Sep 5 2725 

Aug 26 ● Sep 13 2725 

Sep 3 ● Sep 21 2725 

Sep 11 ● Sep 29 2725 

Sep 19 ● Oct 7 2725 

Sep 27 Oct 15 2725 



Single room supplement (trip only) add €965/add €519 twin-share. 

NGZAD: Start Auckland 8:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm. 

NGZCD: Start Christchurch 8:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. 

● Note: These trips will stay 2 nights in Mt Ruapehu instead of 

Lake Taupo 

MILFORD SOUND 

2018 

Jan 2 Jan 20 2745 

Jan 6 Jan 24 2745 

Jan 10 Jan 28 2745 

Jan 14 Feb 1 2725 

Jan 18 Feb 5 2725 

Jan 22 Feb 9 2725 

Jan 26 Feb 13 2725 

Jan 30 Feb 17 2725 

Feb 3 Feb 21 2725 

Feb 7 Feb 25 2725 

Feb 15 Mar 5 2725 

Feb 23 Mar 13 2725 

Mar 3 Mar 21 2725 

Mar 11 Mar 29 2725 

Mar 19 Apr 6 2725 

Apr 4 Apr 22 2685 

Apr 20 May 8 2685 

Apr 28 May 16 2685 

May 6 May 24 2685 

May 22 Jun 9 2685 

Jun 7 Jun 25 2685 

Jun 23 Jul 11 2685 

Jul 1 Jul 19 2655 

Jul 9 Jul 27 2655 

Jul 17 Aug 4 2655 

Jul 25 ● Aug 12 2655 

Aug 2 ● Aug 20 2655 

Aug 10 ● Aug 28 2655 

Aug 18 ● Sep 5 2655 

Aug 26 ● Sep 13 2655 

Sep 3 ● Sep 21 2655 

Sep 11 ● Sep 29 2655 

Sep 19 ● Oct 7 2655 

Sep 27 Oct 15 2655 

Take a break & try something different – a day 

trip & boat cruise on the World Heritage listed 

Milford Sound. This slice of paradise is known for 

its gorgeous waters, wildlife like whales & dolphins 

& incredible scenery. See the ME Time highlight 

optional box on p.75 for more. 

YOUR CHOICE 

It’s your choice – travel from Auckland to 

Christchurch. Or save up to €70 if you travel from 

Christchurch to Auckland. 


KIWIANA 

PANORAMA 


Is 16 days enough time to get 

a taste of ‘real’ NZ? You 

betcha. Leave no stone 

unturned & no bungy 

unjumped as you explore 

both islands. 

AUCKLAND 

TASMAN SEA 

Hobbiton 

2 ROTORUA 

Huka Falls NORTH 

TAUPO 1 ISLAND 

1 

MT. RUAPEHU 

COOK STRAIT 

#KIWIANAPANORAMA 

1 

1 

FRANZ JOSEF & 

FOX GLACIER 

Haast 

Pass 

2 

Mt. 

Cook 

Arthur’s 

Pass 

Lake 

Tekapo 

1 LAKE 

Milford Wanaka 

Sound 

OHAU 

Arrowtown 

QUEENSTOWN 4 


Nightstops 




1 

Hokitika 

DUNEDIN 

Picton 

SOUTH ISLAND 

Kaikoura 


PACIFIC 

OCEAN 


2 WELLINGTON 

68 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/KIWIANA 

ROTORUA

PP* 




15 

NIGHTS 

7 nights in hotels , 

7 nights in lodges , 


Stopover 

20 



5 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 







M Cruise stunning Milford Sound 

M Bungy jumping, Queenstown 

M Helicopter Flight & Glacier Hike 

MGlacier Kayak Tour 


• Visit Hobbiton Village from 

The Lord of the Rings 

• Visit traditional Maori village 

for cultural performance & 

Hangi dinner 

FREE WIFI 



DISCOVERER 

YOUR TRIP 

DAY 1: Auckland to Rotorua . Welcome 

to the Land of the Long White Cloud. We 

leave Auckland this morning & make a 

stop at Hobbiton, the village created for 

the Lord of the Rings movies. After the 

“Shire”, we head to Rotorua where later a 


remember. Hotel (D) 


• Visit Maori village, Cultural 

performance & Hangi dinner 





Hotel (B) 

M Race down a hill inside a transparent 

OGO ball 



more to see & do, first we stop by a 

kiwi enclosure to learn about & see the 






• Visit Kiwi Enclosure 










Ruapehu. Known as the aprés-ski 






at the base of Mt. Ruapehu at a 100-year 

old heritage listed building – now a 






Wellington, where we’ll show you the 

sights around this arty city. Hotel (B) 

• Drive along the Kapiti Coast 


DAY 6: Wellington . Treat yourselves 










English city of Christchurch. Hotel (B) 



Sounds 

• Christchurch City Tour 

DAY 8: Christchurch to Franz Josef 

Glacier . Venture through the Southern 

Alps & along the rugged West Coast to 

Hokitika & later on to Franz Josef. 

Lodge (B, D) 

Scenic drive across the Southern Alps 

Stop at Arthur’s Pass 

• Native greenstone demonstration 

& carving 

DAY 9: Franz Josef Glacier . Hitting the 

ice is a must. From walks & hikes to heli 

rides, the day is yours to enjoy. Lodge (B) 



DAY 10: Franz Josef Glacier 

to Queenstown . Today we head 

through Haast Pass & Thunder Creek 

Falls. Visit lakeside Wanaka & stop at 

Kawarau Bridge home to the world’s 

first commercial bungy, then on to 

Queenstown, the world’s adventure 

capital. Lodge (B) 

DAY 11: Queenstown . Take a ride 

on the Shotover Jet, then get into the 

Queenstown vibes. The nightlife here is 

awesome & we’ll take you to our favourite 

nightstop. Lodge (B) 

M Day trip & cruise to Milford Sound 


KOEKOHE BEACH 

DAYS 12 - 13: Queenstown. From 

bungy jumps, canyon swings & gondolas, 

there’s no shortage of things to do & the 

choice is all yours. Lodge (B)(B,D) 

MBungy jumping 

DAY 14: Queenstown to Dunedin. 

Today we visit Arrowtown before we head 

off to the ‘student city’ Dunedin, where 

we’ll try the famous beer on a guided tour 

of Speight’s Brewery. Hotel (B) 

• Speight’s Brewery tour 

DAY 15: Dunedin to Lake Ohau . 

See the world’s steepest street, then it’s 

on to Moeraki to see the huge beach 

boulders. Later, Lake Ohau will impress, 

with epic views of Mt. Cook & the 

Southern Alps. Lodge (B, D) 

• Visit Baldwin St 

• Visit Moeraki Boulders, Oamaru 

& Benmore Dam 

DAY 16: Lake Ohau to Christchurch . 

Maybe take a scenic glacier flight 

before heading through Mackenzie 

Country back to Christchurch where 

your trip ends. (B) 

• Stop at Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo 

& Geraldine 


Good Shepherd 

MScenic flight past glaciers & 

Mt. Cook, NZ’s highest peak 

KIWIANA PANORAMA 

START/END QUEENSTOWN 

– 14 DAYS 


y149 P/DAY* 


STUCK FOR TIME? We’ve 

got a shorter 14-day Kiwiana 

Panorama trip that starts or 

ends in Queenstown. 

• For 14-day price, deduct up to 

€220 from price in the price box 

• 14-day trip starts or ends at the 

Hotel in Queenstown 

• Code: NBZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 

8:00am/End 10:00am 

• Code: NBZCD (ex: Queenstown) 

Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm 




CODE: NPZAD 2017/18 CODE: NPZCD 2017/18 



€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

2017 

Oct 5 Oct 20 2349 Oct 2 Oct 17 2299 

Oct 13 Oct 28 2349 Oct 10 Oct 25 2299 

Oct 21 Nov 5 2349 Oct 18 Nov 2 2299 

Oct 29 Nov 13 2349 Oct 26 Nov 10 2299 

Nov 6 Nov 21 2349 Nov 3 Nov 18 2299 

Nov 14 Nov 29 2349 Nov 11 Nov 26 2299 

Nov 22 Dec 7 2405 Nov 19 Dec 4 2355 

Nov 30 Dec 15 2405 Nov 27 Dec 12 2355 

Dec 8 Dec 23 2405 Dec 5 Dec 20 2355 

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Dec 16 Dec 31 2405 Dec 13 Dec 28 2355 

Dec 20 Jan 4 2405 Dec 17 Jan 1 2355 

Dec 24 Jan 8 2405 Dec 21 Jan 5 2365 

Dec 28 Jan 12 2405 Dec 25 Jan 9 2365 

2018 

Dec 29 Jan 13 2365 

Jan 1 Jan 16 2405 2018 

Jan 5 Jan 20 2405 Jan 2 Jan 17 2365 

Jan 9 Jan 24 2405 Jan 6 Jan 21 2365 

Jan 13 Jan 28 2405 Jan 10 Jan 25 2365 

Jan 17 Feb 1 2405 Jan 14 Jan 29 2355 

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Jan 25 Feb 9 2405 Jan 22 Feb 6 2355 

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Feb 2 Feb 17 2405 Jan 30 Feb 14 2355 

Feb 6 Feb 21 2405 Feb 3 Feb 18 2355 

Feb 10 Feb 25 2405 Feb 7 Feb 22 2355 

Feb 18 Mar 5 2405 Feb 15 Mar 2 2355 

Feb 26 Mar 13 2405 Feb 23 Mar 10 2355 

Mar 6 Mar 21 2405 Mar 3 Mar 18 2355 

Mar 14 Mar 29 2405 Mar 11 Mar 26 2355 

Mar 22 Apr 6 2405 Mar 19 Apr 3 2355 

Apr 7 Apr 22 2375 Apr 4 Apr 19 2325 

Apr 23 May 8 2375 Apr 20 May 5 2325 

May 1 May 16 2375 Apr 28 May 13 2325 

May 9 May 24 2375 May 6 May 21 2325 

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Jun 26 Jul 11 2375 Jun 23 Jul 8 2325 

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Sep 30 Oct 15 2349 Sep 27 Oct 12 2299 




NPZAD: Start Auckland 8:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm. 

NPZCD: Start Christchurch 8:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. 

● This trip will stay 2 nights in Mt Ruapehu instead of Lake Taupo 



Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 19-day The Big Tiki. 

When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a hoard of other 

travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world famous 

exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll 

receive as a new addition to the wolf pack. 

MILFORD SOUND 

Take a break & try something different – a day 

trip & boat cruise on the World Heritage listed 

Milford Sound. This slice of paradise is known for 

its gorgeous waters, wildlife like whales & dolphins 

& incredible scenery. See the ME Time highlight 

optional box on p.75 for more. 

YOUR CHOICE 


Christchurch. Or save up to €50 if you travel from 

Christchurch to Auckland. 


3 TRIPS 

FROM 

6–10 

DAYS 

Want to concentrate more on one 

island and really get to know what 

makes it tick? That’s what In-Depth 

Explorer is all about. These trips 

spend longer in each destination and 

include all the free time you could 

want for DIY adventuring, so you can 

truly immerse yourself in the culture 

and lifestyle of a place. Plus, more 

free time = more time for eating and 

we all know the quickest route to a 

country’s heart is through its food. 

WHO TRAVELS IN-DEPTH 

EXPLORER? 

• Those who want to get to know a 

particular island in detail 

• Those who are all about food, history, 

local experiences and culture, and 

getting just a little bit lost 

• Those who want to spend less time 

travelling and more time exploring. 


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With over 15 optional activities 

to choose from & a tasty 

banquet of No Regrets 

Experiences, this six-day jaunt 

is the perfect blend of 

action & relaxation. 

PAIHIA 

2 


AUCKLAND 1 

TASMAN SEA 

Hobbiton 

2 ROTORUA 

1 


Nightstops 

NORTH ISLAND 



WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

5 

7 

NIGHTS 




2 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 




MCatamaran sailing, 

swimming & snorkelling 

with lunch 

MSkyline gondola & 

luge rides 

NO REGRETS 

EXPERIENCES 

• Waitangi Grounds 

guided tour 

• Visit Hobbiton Village 

from The Lord of the 

Rings 

• Visit traditional Maori 

village for cultural 

performance & Hangi 

dinner 

FREE WIFI 



DAY 1: Auckland to Paihia . 

Welcome to the Land of the Long White 

Cloud. We start off crossing Auckland’s 

Harbour Bridge admiring the ‘City of Sails’ 

harbour, before starting our journey 

north to Paihia where you will have a 

dose of Kiwi history, on a guided tour 

at Waitangi Treaty Grounds & Treaty 

Museum. Hotel (D) 



• Guided Tour of Waitangi Treaty 

Grounds & entry to Waitangi Museum 


Kauri Park 

• See Kawakawa’s famous 

Hundertwasser toilets 







Auckland, we’ll show you the city sights & 

hit up some of the city’s best spots to eat 

& party too. Hotel (B) 


DAY 4: Auckland to Rotorua . On 

route to Rotorua, we make a stop at the 

Hobbiton, the village created for the Lord 

of the Rings movies. After the “Shire”, a 




cultural performance & hāngi dinner 





Hotel (B) 

M Race down a hill inside an 

OGO ball 

DAY 6: Rotorua to Auckland . Today 

you’ll take a transfer back to Auckland, so 

it’s time to swap email addresses as your 

trip ends on arrival. (B) 

Please note: The transfer from Rotorua to 

Auckland is not operated by Contiki, but a 

third party operator. 

HOBBITON VILLAGE 


CODE: NRZAD 2017/18 


Auckland Auckland Cost Auckland Auckland Cost 

€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

Oct 2 Oct 7 929 

Oct 10 Oct 15 929 

Oct 18 Oct 23 929 

Oct 26 Oct 31 929 

Nov 3 Nov 8 929 

Nov 11 Nov 16 929 

Nov 19 Nov 24 955 

Nov 27 Dec 2 955 

Dec 5 Dec 10 955 

Dec 9 Dec 14 955 

Dec 13 Dec 18 955 

Dec 17 Dec 22 955 

Dec 21 Dec 26 955 

Dec 25 Dec 30 955 

Dec 29 Jan 3 955 

2018 

Jan 2 Jan 7 955 

Jan 6 Jan 11 955 

Jan 10 Jan 15 955 

Jan 14 Jan 19 955 

Jan 18 Jan 23 955 

Jan 22 Jan 27 955 

Jan 26 Jan 31 955 

Jan 30 Feb 4 955 

Feb 3 Feb 8 955 

2018 

Feb 7 Feb 12 955 

Feb 15 Feb 20 955 

Feb 23 Feb 28 955 

Mar 3 Mar 8 955 

Mar 11 Mar 16 955 

Mar 19 Mar 24 955 

Apr 4 Apr 9 939 

Apr 20 Apr 25 939 

Apr 28 May 3 939 

May 6 May 11 939 

May 22 May 27 939 

Jun 7 Jun 12 939 

Jun 23 Jun 28 939 

Jul 1 Jul 6 929 

Jul 9 Jul 14 929 

Jul 17 Jul 22 929 

Jul 25 Jul 30 929 

Aug 2 Aug 7 929 

Aug 10 Aug 15 929 

Aug 18 Aug 23 929 

Aug 26 Aug 31 929 

Sep 3 Sep 8 929 

Sep 11 Sep 16 929 

Sep 19 Sep 24 929 

Sep 27 Oct 2 929 



Start Auckland 8:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. 




When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other 

travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous 



#SUNANDSTEAM 

ROTORUA 

CONTIKI.COM/STEAM 


NORTHERN 

‘CHOICE’ 


With a traditional Maori Hangi 

happening one minute, then 

skyscrapers & city nightlife 

the next, these 10 days of 

North Island fun promise 

to be nothing short 

of spectacular. 

PAIHIA 2 


AUCKLAND 

1 

TASMAN SEA 

Hobbiton 

2 ROTORUA 

Huka Falls NORTH 

TAUPO 1 ISLAND 

1 MT. RUAPEHU 

#NORTHERNCHOICE 

1 

1 

Picton 

SOUTH ISLAND 

Kaikoura 

COOK 

STRAIT 

Places visited CHRISTCHURCH 

Nightstops 



PACIFIC 

OCEAN 


2 WELLINGTON 

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WHANGAREI FALLS

10 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY · FROM y1435 

PP* 

y144 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO y110 


9 

NIGHTS 



Stopover 

12 



3 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 







MOGO ball racing 

M Catamaran sailing, swimming & 

snorkelling with lunch 

M Mt. Tarawera Volcano Crater Walk 


• Waitangi Grounds Guided Tour 

• Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips dinner 


cultural performance & Hangi dinner 


FREE WIFI 




YOUR TRIP 

DAY 1: Auckland to Paihia . Welcome 


start off crossing Auckland’s Harbour 

Bridge admiring the ‘City of Sails’ harbour, 

before starting our journey north to Paihia 

where you will have a dose of Kiwi history, 

on a guided tour at Waitangi Treaty 

Grounds & Treaty Museum. Hotel (D) 



• Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri 

Park 

• Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s 

famous Hundertwasser toilets 

• Guided tour of Waitangi Treaty 

Grounds & Treaty Museum 

DAY 2: Paihia . Paihia is the perfect 

place to relax. Chill out on the beach, or 

get into the water sports. Hotel (B) 

MCatamaran sailing, swimming & 

snorkelling with lunch 

DAY 3: Paihia to Auckland . 

Feeling salty and sun-kissed we wave 

goodbye to Paihia & sashay our way back 

down NZ in the direction of Auckland. 

Discover more of this vibrant city and 

with a free night head out to explore 

Auckland’s nightlife. Hotel (B) 


DAY 4: Auckland to Rotorua . On route 

to Rotorua, we make a stop at Hobbiton, 

the village created for the Lord of the 

Rings movies. After the “Shire”, a Maori 

cultural experience will be a night to 


Visit Hobbiton 

• Visit Maori village & Cultural 

performance 





Hotel (B) 

MMount Tarawera Volcano Crater Walk 

MWhitewater rafting the Kaituna River 



more to see & do, first we stop by a 

kiwi enclosure to learn about & see the 







Ruapehu. Known as the après-ski 






at the base of Mt. Ruapehu at a 100-year 

old heritage listed building – now a 



M Mountain bike ride of Old Coach 

Road trail 




Wellington, where we’ll show you the 

sights around this arty city. Hotel (B) 

• Drive along the Kapiti Coast 


DAY 9: Wellington. Treat yourselves 










BAY OF ISLANDS 

English city of Christchurch where your 

trip ends on arrival. (B) 



Sounds 

NORTHERN CHOICE 

START/END WELLINGTON 

– 10 DAYS 

FROM A$XXX y1335 PP* PP* 

y134 A$XX P/DAY* P/DAY* 

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$XXX y105 

WANT WELLINGTON? 

You can choose to start or end your 

Northern ‘Choice’ trip in Wellington 

& see save even up to more. €100. 

• Trip starts or ends at Abel Tasman 

Hotel, Wellington 

• Code: NNZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 

8:00am/End 10:00am 

• Code: NNZCD (ex: Wellington) Start 

6:00pm/End 3:00pm 

• Single room supp: XXXX €535 

• Twin room supp: XXXX €285 


CODE: NNHAD 2017/18 CODE: NNHCD 2017/18 



€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

Oct 2 Oct 11 1465 

Oct 10 Oct 19 1465 

Oct 18 Oct 27 1465 

Oct 26 Nov 4 1465 

Nov 3 Nov 12 1465 

Nov 11 Nov 20 1465 

Nov 19 Nov 28 1505 

Nov 27 Dec 6 1505 

Dec 5 Dec 14 1505 

Dec 9 Dec 18 1505 

Dec 13 Dec 22 1505 

Dec 17 Dec 26 1505 

Dec 21 Dec 30 1505 

Dec 25 Jan 3 1505 

Dec 29 Jan 7 1505 

2018 

Jan 2 Jan 11 1505 

Jan 6 Jan 15 1505 

Jan 10 Jan 19 1505 

Jan 14 Jan 23 1505 

Jan 18 Jan 27 1505 

Jan 22 Jan 31 1505 

Jan 26 Feb 4 1505 

Jan 30 Feb 8 1505 

Feb 3 Feb 12 1505 

Feb 7 Feb 16 1505 

Feb 15 Feb 24 1505 

Feb 23 Mar 4 1505 

Mar 3 Mar 12 1505 

Mar 11 Mar 20 1505 

Mar 19 Mar 28 1505 

Apr 4 Apr 13 1479 

Apr 20 Apr 29 1479 

Apr 28 May 7 1479 

May 6 May 15 1479 

May 22 May 31 1479 

Jun 7 Jun 16 1479 

Jun 23 Jul 2 1479 

Jul 1 Jul 10 1465 

Jul 9 Jul 18 1465 

Jul 17 Jul 26 1465 

Jul 25 ● Aug 3 1465 

Aug 2 ● Aug 11 1465 

Aug 10 ● Aug 19 1465 

Aug 18 ● Aug 27 1465 

Aug 26 ● Sep 4 1465 

Sep 3 ● Sep 12 1465 

Sep 11 ● Sep 20 1465 

Sep 19 ● Sep 28 1465 

Sep 27 Oct 6 1465 


2017 

Oct 11 Oct 20 1435 

Oct 19 Oct 28 1435 

Oct 27 Nov 5 1435 

Nov 4 Nov 13 1435 

Nov 12 Nov 21 1435 

Nov 20 Nov 29 1475 

Nov 28 Dec 7 1475 

Dec 6 Dec 15 1475 

Dec 14 Dec 23 1475 

Dec 18 Dec 27 1485 

Dec 22 Dec 31 1485 

Dec 26 Jan 4 1485 

Dec 30 Jan 8 1485 

2018 

Jan 3 Jan 12 1485 

Jan 7 Jan 16 1485 

Jan 11 Jan 20 1475 

Jan 15 Jan 24 1475 

Jan 19 Jan 28 1475 

Jan 23 Feb 1 1475 

Jan 27 Feb 5 1475 

Jan 31 Feb 9 1475 

Feb 4 Feb 13 1475 

Feb 8 Feb 17 1475 

Feb 12 Feb 21 1475 

Feb 16 Feb 25 1475 

Feb 24 Mar 5 1475 

Mar 4 Mar 13 1475 

Mar 12 Mar 21 1475 

Mar 20 Mar 29 1475 

Mar 28 Apr 6 1475 

Apr 13 Apr 22 1449 

Apr 29 May 8 1449 

May 7 May 16 1449 

May 15 May 24 1449 

May 31 Jun 9 1449 

Jun 16 Jun 25 1449 

Jul 2 Jul 11 1435 

Jul 10 Jul 19 1435 

Jul 18 Jul 27 1435 

Jul 26 Aug 4 1435 

Aug 3 ● Aug 12 1435 

Aug 11 ● Aug 20 1435 

Aug 19 ● Aug 28 1435 

Aug 27 ● Sep 5 1435 

Sep 4 ● Sep 13 1435 

Sep 12 ● Sep 21 1435 

Sep 20 ● Sep 29 1435 

Sep 28 ● Oct 7 1435 

Oct 6 Oct 15 1465 



NNHAD: Start Auckland 8:00am & end Christchurch 7:00pm. 

NNHCD: Start Christchurch 7:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. 

● These trips will stay 2 nights in Mt Ruapehu instead of 

Lake Taupo 



Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 19-day The Big Tiki 

trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde 

of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s worldfamous 

exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome 

you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack. 









YOUR CHOICE 


Christchurch. Or save up to €30 if you travel 

from Christchurch to Auckland. 


‘SWEET AS’ 

SOUTH 


Yes, yes and YES is what you’ll 

be squealing from start to end 

on ‘Sweet as’ South, mainly 

thanks to the abundance of 

thrill seeking adventures on 

offer in Queenstown. 

COOK STRAIT 

Picton 

NORTH 

ISLAND 

Wellington 

FRANZ JOSEF & 

FOX GLACIER 2 

Milford 

Sound 

Haast Pass 

Wanaka 

Hokitika 

Lake Tekapo 

1 LAKE 

OHAU 

SOUTH ISLAND 

Arthur’s 

Pass 

Kaikoura 



#SWEETASSOUTH 

4 

QUEENSTOWN 

DUNEDIN 1 

1 


Nightstops 

10-day extension nightstop 



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9 DAYS · 1 COUNTRY · FROM y 1265 

PP* 

y 141 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO y95 


8 

NIGHTS 

1 night in a hotel , 

7 nights in lodges 

11 



3 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 







M Scenic helicopter flight to see 

Mt. Cook & land on Fox Glacier 

MCruise stunning Milford Sound 


• Tour & tasting at the iconic 

Speight’s Brewery 

• Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride 

FREE WIFI 




YOUR TRIP 

DAY 1: Christchurch to Lake Ohau . 

Meet up with your Contiki Team then 

check out the views of Mackenzie Country 

& Lake Tekapo. On arrival, Lake Ohau 

will impress, its epic views of Mt. Cook & 

the Southern Alps are seriously stunning. 

Lodge (D) 

• Stop at Lake Pukaki & Lake Tekapo 

& Geraldine 


Good Shepherd 

M Scenic flight past lakes, glaciers & 

Aoraki/Mt. Cook, NZ’s highest peak 

DAY 2: Lake Ohau to Dunedin . Head 

to Moeraki for a look at the massive 

boulders located by the beach. Later, it’s 

a change of scene in the ‘student city’ 

Dunedin, try the city’s famous beer on a 

guided tour of Speight’s Brewery. Later 

tonight, maybe head to the Octagon area 

of town for a fun night out. Hotel (B) 

Stop at Oamaru & Benmore Dam 

Visit Moeraki Boulders 

Speight’s Heritage & Brewery tour 

• Visit Baldwin St (the world’s steepest 

street) 

DAY 3: Dunedin to Queenstown . 

It’s time to hit legendary Queenstown, 

the world’s adventure capital. On arrival 

we’ll stop at Kawarau Bridge, home of 

the world’s first commercial bungy. This 

town goes off, so maybe grab a delicious 

‘FergBurger’ & head into town for a night 

out. Lodge (B) 

DAY 4: Queenstown . Take a ride on the 

Shotover Jet this morning, then stop at 

Arrowtown before the afternoon is yours 

to get into the Queenstown vibes. The 

nightlife here is awesome & we’ll take you 

to our favourite nightstop. Lodge (B) 

• Explore tiny Arrowtown 


DAYS 5 - 6: Queenstown . From bungy 

jumps, canyon swings, luging, gondolas 

& jet boat rides to the Lord of the Rings 

territory, there’s no shortage of things 

to do in this legendary town & the choice 

is all yours. With little shops & a stunning 

lakeside setting, a stroll through town 

& relaxing by the lake is a must. 

Lodge (B)(B,D) 

M Canyon swing on a giant rope across 

the Shotover River, 109m up! 

DAY 7: Queenstown to Franz Josef 

Glacier . We’ll drop into lakeside 

Wanaka, then keep an eye out for wildlife 

as we head through stunning Haast Pass 

& Thunder Creek Falls before arriving 

in NZ’s iconic glacial spot, Franz Josef. 

Lodge (B) 

• Scenic drive through Haast Pass & see 

Thunder Creek Falls 

DAY 8: Franz Josef Glacier . The day is 

yours – so hitting the ice is a must. From 

walks & hikes or heli rides, to just chilling in 

Franz, the day is yours to enjoy your way. 

Lodge (B, D) 



DAY 9: Franz Josef Glacier to 

Christchurch . Today we make tracks 

through the Alps to Christchurch! We 

stop in Hokitika to learn about NZ’s native 

greenstone & how it’s carved, before it’s 

time to say your goodbyes & swap contact 

details with your travel mates as your trip 

ends on arrival in Christchurch. (B) 

• Scenic drive across the Southern Alps 

• Native greenstone demonstration 

& carving 

• Stop at Arthur’s Pass 

‘SWEET AS’ SOUTH 


CODE: NSZCD 2017/18 CODE: NSZAD 2017/18 


C’church C’church Cost C’church C’church Cost 

€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

Oct 2 Oct 10 1265 

Oct 10 Oct 18 1265 

Oct 18 Oct 26 1265 

Oct 26 Nov 3 1265 

Nov 3 Nov 11 1265 

Nov 11 Nov 19 1265 

Nov 19 Nov 27 1295 

Nov 27 Dec 5 1295 

Dec 5 Dec 13 1295 

Dec 9 Dec 17 1295 

Dec 13 Dec 21 1295 

Dec 17 Dec 25 1295 

Dec 21 Dec 29 1295 

Dec 25 Jan 2 1295 

Dec 29 Jan 6 1295 

2018 

Jan 2 Jan 10 1295 

Jan 6 Jan 14 1295 

Jan 10 Jan 18 1295 

Jan 14 Jan 22 1295 

Jan 18 Jan 26 1295 

Jan 22 Jan 30 1295 

Jan 26 Feb 3 1295 

Jan 30 Feb 7 1295 

Feb 3 Feb 11 1295 

Feb 7 Feb 15 1295 

Feb 15 Feb 23 1295 

Feb 23 Mar 3 1295 

Mar 3 Mar 11 1295 

Mar 11 Mar 19 1295 

Mar 19 Mar 27 1295 

Apr 4 Apr 12 1279 

Apr 20 Apr 28 1279 

Apr 28 May 6 1279 

May 6 May 14 1279 

May 22 May 30 1279 

Jun 7 Jun 15 1279 

Jun 23 Jul 1 1279 

Jul 1 Jul 9 1265 

Jul 9 Jul 17 1265 

Jul 17 Jul 25 1265 

Jul 25 Aug 2 1265 

Aug 2 Aug 10 1265 

Aug 10 Aug 18 1265 

Aug 18 Aug 26 1265 

Aug 26 Sep 3 1265 

Sep 3 Sep 11 1265 

Sep 11 Sep 19 1265 

Sep 19 Sep 27 1265 

Sep 27 Oct 5 1265 

2017 

Oct 12 Oct 20 1265 

Oct 20 Oct 28 1265 

Oct 28 Nov 5 1265 

Nov 5 Nov 13 1265 

Nov 13 Nov 21 1265 

Nov 21 Nov 29 1295 

Nov 29 Dec 7 1295 

Dec 7 Dec 15 1295 

Dec 15 Dec 23 1295 

Dec 19 Dec 27 1295 

Dec 23 Dec 31 1295 

Dec 27 Jan 4 1295 

Dec 31 Jan 8 1295 

2018 

Jan 4 Jan 12 1295 

Jan 8 Jan 16 1295 

Jan 12 Jan 20 1295 

Jan 16 Jan 24 1295 

Jan 20 Jan 28 1295 

Jan 24 Feb 1 1295 

Jan 28 Feb 5 1295 

Feb 1 Feb 9 1295 

Feb 5 Feb 13 1295 

Feb 9 Feb 17 1295 

Feb 13 Feb 21 1295 

Feb 17 Feb 25 1295 

Feb 25 Mar 5 1295 

Mar 5 Mar 13 1295 

Mar 13 Mar 21 1295 

Mar 21 Mar 29 1295 

Mar 29 Apr 6 1295 

Apr 14 Apr 22 1279 

Apr 30 May 8 1279 

May 8 May 16 1279 

May 16 May 24 1279 

Jun 1 Jun 9 1279 

Jun 17 Jun 25 1279 

Jul 3 Jul 11 1265 

Jul 11 Jul 19 1265 

Jul 19 Jul 27 1265 

Jul 27 Aug 4 1265 

Aug 4 Aug 12 1265 

Aug 12 Aug 20 1265 

Aug 20 Aug 28 1265 

Aug 28 Sep 5 1265 

Sep 5 Sep 13 1265 

Sep 13 Sep 21 1265 

Sep 21 Sep 29 1265 

Sep 29 Oct 7 1265 

Oct 7 Oct 15 1295 

QUEENSTOWN 

MILFORD SOUND 

If you’ve done a bungy, rafted 

& jetboated your way around 

Queenstown – why not mix it up & take 

a day trip from Queenstown to Milford 

Sound. We head to this stunning World 

Heritage listed area, then jump on 

board a boat & cruise these incredible 

waters to experience this slice of 

paradise. Keep your eyes peeled for 

whales, dolphins & seals amongst this 

incredible scenery. You can choose to 

take the coach back to Queenstown, or 

there’s also the option to fly – it is up to 

you. Experience it for yourself! 

START/END WELLINGTON 

– 10 DAYS 


y147 P/DAY* 


GOT MORE TIME? We’ve got a 

longer 10-day version of the ‘Sweet 

as’ South trip that starts or ends in 

Wellington. 

• For 10-day price, add up to €200 

to price in the price box 

• 10-day trip starts or ends at Abel 

Tasman Hotel, Wellington 

• Code: NSHCD (ex: Christchurch) 

Start 8:00am/End 6:00pm 

• Code: NSHAD (ex: Wellington) 

Start 7:00am/End 6:00pm 






NSZCD: Start Christchurch 8:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm. 

NSZAD: Start Christchurch 8:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm. 




When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other 

travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous 



YOUR CHOICE 

You can start this trip in Christchurch or Wellington 

& travel it in reverse. 


SHORT 

TRIPS & 

FESTIVALS 

2 TRIPS 

FROM 

3–7 

DAYS 

Only planning on swinging by NZ for 

a few days, perhaps off the back of 

an Australia trip, or want to prolong 

your adventure just a little bit longer? 

Or maybe you want to celebrate 

the next 365 days by spending NYE 

someplace super special? If your 

head’s nodding along, let our Short 

Trips & Festivals work their magic 

on you. Spend a few days letting the 

beauty of the Bay of Islands wash 

over you, or party on down at the 

Rhythm & Alps fest in Cardrona and 

enjoy being one of the first in the 

world to see in the new year. 

WHO TRAVELS SHORT TRIPS & 

FESTIVALS? 

• Those who have a few extra days to 

spend exploring 

• Those who want to celebrate NYE 

some place magical 

• Those who want to put the post 

travel blues on hold for just a little 

while longer. 


CONTIKI.COM/SHORT-TRIPS-FESTIVALS-NEW-ZEALAND 

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next December (that’s 48 weeks) to travel on a 

2018 New Zealand Short Trip. or Festival Want 





RHYTHM 

& ALPS 

FESTIVAL 


Celebrate NYE with good music 

and even better new friends, 

then get in some New Year 

bucket list ticking in the 

adventure capital of 

Queenstown. 

SOUTH 

ISLAND 

Milford 

Sound 

3 CARDRONA 

3 

QUEENSTOWN 

1 


Nightstops 



WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

6 

8 

NIGHTS 

3 nights in Lodges , 

3 nights luxury camping 

(“glamping”) 



2 dinner (D) 

INCLUSIONS 




MSky Diving 

MBungy Jumping 

MCanyon Swing 

MMilford Sound cruise 

NO REGRETS 

EXPERIENCES 

• 2-day festival pass 

• VIP Admission – Get 

access to VIP bar & 

cocktail bar located 

across site, VIP viewing 

area & access to more 

comfortable restroom 

facilities. 

• Special private 

showcase performance 

FREE WIFI 



DAY 1: Queenstown . Welcome to the 

adventure capital of the world, & an NYE 

experience to remember. Today you’ll 

meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow 

clock striking 12 dancing buddies, then 

head out to explore Queenstown by night. 

Lodge 

Days 2 - 3: Cardrona . En route to 

Cardrona, we stop in Arrowtown; a village 

built during the goldrush era. Tonight, we 

enjoy a delicious Kiwi BBQ at the iconic 

Cadrona Hotel & enjoy a special showcase 

performance from a festival artist. 

Glamping (B)(B,D) 

• Stop at Arrowtown 

• BBQ Dinner at Cadrona Hotel 

• Private showcase performance from a 

festival artist 

DAY 4: Cardrona . It’s NYE, you’ve spent 

your day grooving to your favourite artists, 

& now you’re about to watch the clock 

strike 12 under a sky of multicoloured 

fireworks. Oh hello best night of the 

year… Glamping (B) 

Day 5: Cardrona to Queenstown . 

Festival fun might be over, but what a 

better way to shake off your postfestival 

blues than a bungy, before it’s 

on to Queenstown and its multitude of 

adventure activities. Lodge (B) 

• Visit K’Bridge Bungy 

DAY 6: Queenstown . Another full 

free day in Queenstown & the Me Time 

Optional activities are endless, not to 

mention utterly exhilarating… 

Lodge (B, D) 

• Winnie’s final night dinner 

DAY 7: Queenstown . Our trip ends 

after breakfast – sob. Who’s up for the 

same time next year? We’re game if 

you are… (B) 


CODE: CZRNY 2017/18 


Q’town Q’town Cost 

€ pp* 

2017 

Dec 28 Jan 3 585 


Twin-share supplement add €105. 

Start Queenstown 5:00pm & end Queenstown 10:00am. 




#RHYTHMALPS 

CARDRONA CONTIKI.COM/RHYTHM-ALPS 


JAFFAS ‘N’ 

JANDALS 


Got 3 days to kill in NZ? 

This is the way to do it. 

Sea kayaking, dolphin 

swimming, Maori learning 

& city exploring are 

just the start. 

PAIHIA 2 


Auckland 

TASMAN SEA 

1 


Nightstops 

NORTH ISLAND 



#JAFFASNJANDALS 

WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

2 

NIGHTS 

2 nights hotel 

accommodation 


3 2 breakfasts (B), 

1 dinner (D) 

INCLUSIONS 




MCatamaran sailing, 

swimming & snorkelling 

with lunch 

M Day tour to ‘Ninety Mile 

Beach’ with off-roading 

NO REGRETS 

EXPERIENCES 

• Waitangi Grounds 

Guided Tour 

• Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips 

dinner 

FREE WIFI 



DAY 1: Auckland to Paihia . Welcome 


start off crossing Auckland’s Harbour 

Bridge admiring the ‘City of Sails’ harbour, 

before starting our journey north to Paihia 

where you will have a dose of Kiwi history, 

on a guided tour at Waitangi Treaty 

Grounds & Treaty Museum. Hotel (D) 

• See the Waitemata Harbour, made 

famous by the America’s Cup 


Kauri Park 

• Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s 

famous Hunderwasser toilets 

PAIHIA 







Auckland, we’ll show you the city sights. 

Then it’s time to swap emails & say your 

farewells, as your trip ends at 6:00pm. (B) 



CODE: NCZAD /NCZCD 2017/18 


Auckland Auckland Cost Auckland Auckland Cost 

€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

2018 

Oct 2 ● Oct 4 325 Feb 19 ■ Feb 21 329 

Oct 10 ● Oct 12 325 Feb 23 Feb 25 329 

Oct 18 Oct 20 325 Mar 3 Mar 5 329 

Oct 26 Oct 28 325 Mar 11 Mar 13 329 

Nov 3 Nov 5 325 Mar 19 Mar 21 329 

Nov 11 Nov 13 325 Mar 27 ■ Mar 29 329 

Nov 19 Nov 21 329 Apr 4 Apr 6 325 

Nov 27 Nov 29 329 Apr 20 Apr 22 325 

Dec 5 Dec 7 329 Apr 28 ● Apr 30 325 

Dec 9 ● Dec 11 329 May 6 May 8 325 

Dec 13 Dec 15 329 May 14 ■ May 16 325 

Dec 17 ● Dec 19 329 May 22 May 24 325 

Dec 21 Dec 23 329 Jun 7 Jun 9 325 

Dec 25 Dec 27 329 Jun 23 Jun 25 325 

Dec 29 Dec 31 329 Jul 1 ● Jul 3 325 

2018 

Jul 

Jul 

9 

17 

Jul 

Jul 

11 

19 

325 

325 

Jan 2 Jan 4 329 Jul 25 Jul 27 325 

Jan 6 Jan 8 329 Aug 2 Aug 4 325 

Jan 10 Jan 12 329 Aug 10 Aug 12 325 

Jan 14 Jan 16 329 Aug 18 Aug 20 325 

Jan 18 Jan 20 329 Aug 26 Aug 28 325 

Jan 22 Jan 24 329 Sep 3 Sep 5 325 

Jan 26 Jan 28 329 Sep 11 Sep 13 325 

Jan 30 Feb 1 329 Sep 19 Sep 21 325 

Feb 3 Feb 5 329 Sep 27 Sep 29 325 

Feb 7 Feb 9 329 Oct 5 ■ Oct 7 329 

Feb 11 ■ Feb 13 329 Oct 13 ■ Oct 15 329 

Feb 15 Feb 17 329 



Start Auckland 8:00am & end Auckland 6:00pm. 

● The trip code for these departures is NCZAD only. 

■ The trip code for these departures is NCZCD only. 



Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 19-day The Big Tiki 

trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde 

of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s worldfamous 

exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome 

you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack. 

78 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 CONTIKI.COM/JAFFAS 

PAIHIA

1TRIP 

7 

DAYS 

Yes it really does snow in New Zealand, 

and yes the runs really are that good. 

Don’t believe us? Let us prove it to you 

on our Winter & Ski trip, where you’ll 

spend your days skiing or boarding 

the paths around Queenstown. By day 

(when you’re not taking advantage 

of our included 4-day ski pass), you’ll 

be mesmerised by the ridiculous 

beauty surrounding you at every turn, 

then by night you’ll discover why the 

Queenstown après ski scene is up there 

with the best of ‘em. 

WHO TRAVELS WINTER? 

• Those who want to see the beauty of NZ 

in the snow 

• Those who want to take advantage of 

our 4-day included ski pass 

• Those who want to party into the night, 

après style. 


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SKI 

QUEENSTOWN 

WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

WHY CHOOSE US 

• 4-day ski passes 

• Experience all three of Queenstown’s 

local ski fields 

• Daily transfers up & down the mountain 

• Twin-share or multi-share hotel 

accommodation 

• Loads of ME Time activities on offer 

• Plenty of time to experience 

Queenstown’s awesome après-ski scene 


Off the mountain there’s plenty of 

Queenstown must-do’s – so fuel your inner 

adrenaline junkie: 

MM 

A thrilling jetboat ride through the gorge 

MM 

Meal at Skyline Restaurant 

MM 

Take a leap at ‘the home of bungy’ 

MM 

Skyswing at The Ledge or Nevis 

MM 

Tandem skydive over Lake Wakatipu 

MM 

Canyon swing the Shotover River 

MM 

Full day excursion into Milford Sound 

MM 

Ziptrek flying fox experience 

MM 

Chill in the Below Zero Ice bar 

MM 

Walter Peak Horse Trek 

VISIT CONTIKI.COM FOR EVEN MORE 

HIT THE SLOPES IN THE ADVENTURE CAPITAL OF NEW ZEALAND. CREATE EPIC MEMORIES 

AMONGST THE SNOW-CAPPED MOUNTAINS BY DAY, COUPLED WITH BUSTLING APRÈS-SKI 

NIGHTLIFE, NZ STYLE. EXPERIENCE THIS ADRENALINE-LACED TRIP, IDEAL FOR THOSE WITH A 

THIRST FOR ADVENTURE ON OUR ULTIMATE NZ SKI TRIP. 

WHERE YOU’LL BE: 

There’s no place like this thriving town 

in the winter! Regardless of being a 

beginner or advanced skier, Contiki will 

take you on a journey designed for the 

adventurer within. Connect with an 

awesome crew and explore this trendy 

tourist hotspot offering a diverse array 

of activities. From adrenaline-packed 

experiences on or off the slopes to the 

uber-cool nightlife, surrounded by 

magnificent lakes and mountains 

– Queenstown has something for 

everyone. Allow us to help you maximise 

your 7 days in this beautiful haven both 

on and off the mountain… hassle free! 

OUR TEAM: 

The knowledge and expertise of our 

team is what makes the real difference, 

so we offer our expert Contiki Ski Rep 

to enhance your experience. 

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS: 

Stay 6 nights in multi-share 

accommodation. To start your day on 

the slopes we provide a hearty breakfast 

and include 2 delicious dinners. Your 

Exclusive inclusions consist of a 4-day ski 

lift pass and we get you to three of 

Queenstown’s famous ski fields and 

include daily transfers up and down the 

mountain. Also included is all hotel tips, 

local taxes and service charges. 

CULINARY DELIGHTS 

& NIGHTLIFE: 

Another benefit of travelling with us is 

we know the local spots! We include 

dinner at ‘Winnies’ famous pizza pub. 

For your ME Time we suggest the option 

of dinner at Skyline Restaurant to take in 

some unbeatable views of Lake 

Wakatipu and town. For those who are 

keen, we’ll show you other great eats like 

Fergburger and some of Queentown’s 

coolest bars to end off the night. 

ME TIME OPTIONALS: 

We’ve got a selection of adrenalinejunky 

activities and Queenstown 

must-do’s lined up for you. There is no 

better setting for an unforgettable 

bungy jumping experience – trust us! 

Why not go to the very place bungy 

jumping was invented. Go skydiving 

and get your adrenaline fix as you take 

to the sky with a stunning view below 

your feet. 

SKI ESSENTIALS – GEAR 

& HIRE: 

Don’t buy expensive new gear before 

you go – we’ll kit you out with hire gear 

when you arrive. Need lessons? At ski 

school, instructors will teach you the 

techniques to get you up on the slopes, 

or for the more experienced, teach you 

ways to improve your know-how. 

HOW MUCH? 

Group lesson rates (ski or board): 

Coronet Peak 

NZ$60 

RemarkablesNZ$60 

CardronaNZ$62 

Treble Cone 

NZ$63 

Equipment hire (prices per day): 

Standard skis, boots & poles NZ$45 

Part set (skis or boots only) NZ$28 

Performance skis, boots & poles NZ$54 

Performance skis only NZ$48 

Snowboard & boots 

NZ$45 

Part set (snowboard or boots only) NZ$28 

Clothing hire (prices per day): 

Jacket & pants 

NZ$35 

Part set (jacket & pants only)NZ$24 

Gloves 

NZ$5 

Goggles 

NZ$5 

Helmet 

NZ$12 

Note: 

Prices above are correct at time of print 

& include GST. Lessons are for either 1-2 

hours depending on ski field. 


ULTIMATE 

NZ SKI 

WINTER & SKI 


WHAT YOU NEED 

TO KNOW 

6 

8 

NIGHTS 

6 nights multi-share lodge 

accommodation 



2 dinners (D) 

INCLUSIONS 



FREE WIFI 

Available in 

all hotels 

DAY 1: Arrive Queenstown . 

Welcome to legendary Queenstown! 

Known for its epic mountain lifestyle & 

cool vibes, this is the ultimate haven for 

those that love to ski, or those that want to 

learn. Tonight, meet your Ski Rep & other 

travellers, before getting to know the 

group with dinner at one of Queenstown’s 

most popular restaurants. (D) 

DAY 2: Queenstown . It’s time to hit 

the slopes! Carve up one of Queenstown’s 

three ski fields – the Remarkables, 

Coronet Peak & Cardrona are world 

renowned for their awesome conditions, 

all offering fantastic runs for beginners 

through to advanced skiers & riders. And 

over the next week you’ll try them all. 

Transfers & lift passes are included, too 

easy! (B) 

DAY 3: Queenstown . Transfers & 

lift passes included again today, so 

it’s perfect for heading up one of the 

mountains to improve your technique. 

If you’re looking for somewhere to head 

for dinner tonight, we love FergBurger for 

some seriously delicious treats! (B) 

DAY 4: Queenstown . With a free day, 

get a taste for the endless activities in the 

‘World’s Adventure Capital’. You could 

try bungy jumping, skydiving or rafting 

& that’s just the start. Tonight, head to 

one of the town’s cool bars or there’s the 

option of dinner at Skyline Restaurant for 

some seriously unbeatable views. (B) 

MScenic tandem skydive 

MThe Ledge bungy jump 

DAY 5: Queenstown . Today it’s back up 

the mountain as we visit the last of the 

three ski fields so you can show off your 

skills. Transfers & lift passes included. (B) 

DAY 6: Queenstown . It’s the final 

ski day & we’ll give you the choice of 

mountain to head back to. Tonight’s our 

last night, so perhaps finish off the trip by 

heading out with the group to a few of 

Queenstown’s bars. (B,D) 

DAY 7: End Queenstown . Your ski 

adventure ends after breakfast, so 

it’s time to say farewell to your travel 

mates. (B) 

Please note: Ski & snowboard equipment is 

available for hire in Queenstown. 


CODE: CZSKI 2017/18 


Q’town Q’town Cost Q’town Q’town Cost 

€ pp* 

€ pp* 

2017 

2018 

Jun 25 Jul 1 1015 

Jul 2 Jul 8 1015 

Jul 9 Jul 15 1015 

Jul 16 Jul 22 1015 

Jul 23 Jul 29 1015 

Jul 30 Aug 5 1015 

Aug 6 Aug 12 1015 

Aug 13 Aug 19 1015 

Aug 20 Aug 26 1015 

Aug 27 Sep 2 1015 

Jun 23 Jun 29 1105 

Jun 30 Jul 6 1105 

Jul 7 Jul 13 1105 

Jul 14 Jul 20 1105 

Jul 21 Jul 27 1105 

Jul 28 Aug 3 1105 

Aug 4 Aug 10 1105 

Aug 11 Aug 17 1105 

Aug 18 Aug 24 1105 

Aug 25 Aug 31 1105 


2017 


2018 


Start Queenstown 5:00pm & end Queenstown 10:00am. 



#ULTIMATENZSKI 

QUEENSTOWN 

CONTIKI.COM/NZSKI 


GOT A QUESTION? 

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

WHAT’S INCLUDED? 

• Coach, train, ferry transport, internal flights as 

listed in the ‘What you need to know’ section. 

• Accommodation & meals as listed in the ‘What 

you need to know’ section on trip pages. 

• Sightseeing listed in the ‘What you need to 

know’ section in each trip itinerary. Unless 

specified, entrance fees to these locations are 

included. 

• Experienced Contiki Trip Manager & Driver & 

local guides on some trips (Northern Territory 

for Australia). 

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED? 

• Air & ferry transfers to trip departure point. 

• Personal expense money. 

• Visas, personal insurance, medical fees. 

• Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than 

those specified on trip pages. 

• Optional excursions & activities such as 

whitewater rafting, helicopter flights, bungy 

jumping, hot air ballooning, etc. 

• Lunches (unless specified under ‘What you need 

to know’section) & some dinners. 

INCLUDED FLIGHTS 

Flights 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 and other transportation as specified. 

Through enrolment and payment for your trip 

you acknowledge and accept such. Individual 

electronic tickets may not be issued to you prior 

to travel due to the group nature of the air/flight 

booking. In such circumstances you acknowledge 

that by receipt of any applicable boarding pass 

and/or by boarding the aircraft you have accepted 

the airline’s terms & conditions of travel, and 

the application of all relevant international 

conventions and applicable national and 

international law governing air transportation. 

INCLUSIONS 

These are the practical bits that are included on 

every trip: 

• An experienced and professional Trip Manager 

and Driver team 

• Modern, air-conditioned coach with power 

outlets for charging. WiFi & USB points on 

coaches in Australia 

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus 

orientations in all other destinations 

• Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges 

• Ferry crossings 

Look out for on the trip pages. Where you see 

this icon, all of the above are included on your trip. 

WILL I GET MORE 

INFORMATION? 

Upon receipt of final payment, your trip 

documentation will be released 21 days prior to 

your departure. Make sure you visit contiki.com for 

our travellers guide. It’s packed full of essential 

info for your holiday. You’ll also receive a 

comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including full 

details & costs of all optional activities available 

on your trip. 

TRIPS WITHIN TRIPS 

You may notice on some of our trips that some 

groups join and leave at different stages. That’s 

because we offer shorter trips within a larger 

itinerary, giving greater choice & flexibility so our 

travellers can choose when they start their trip and 

how long they travel for. For the trips that allow 

you this extra flexibility (see contiki.com). 

CONTIKI GLOSSARY 

• Visit - 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. 

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE 

CAN I BRING? 

Luggage is restricted to a maximum suitcase 

size of 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” x 20” x 10”) & 

maximum weight of 20 kg (44lbs) plus one small 

hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you. 

On trips which include Whitsundays Sailing, a 

small bag suitable for the extremely limited 

luggage space is required. Your regular luggage 

will be stored during this time. Contiki reserves the 

right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on a trip. 

If you have your own ski/boarding equipment, you 

may bring one pair of boots & skis or snowboard. 

Otherwise, your Trip Manager can arrange these 

for you in Queenstown on the trip. 

Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage 

insurance is strongly recommended. Remember, 

if your trip includes a flight you are also subject to 

airline baggage restrictions. 

Note: Contiki is not responsible for any fees 

incurred as a result of overweight luggage. 

HOW MUCH MONEY 

DO I NEED? 

You should be able to use debit & credit cards for 

most items. You’ll need to allow enough money to 

cover lunches, some dinners, souvenirs, shopping, 

drinks, optional activities, entrance fees to 

attractions & evening entertainment. 

It is advisable to start your trip with some cash 

in your destination’s local currencies such as A$ 

or NZ$. 

WHAT SHOULD I PACK? 

Comfortable, casual clothing for day wear & 

‘smart casual’ for dining & those nights out. 

Remember that in Autumn/Winter you will need 

warmer clothing as well as a raincoat/jacket. A 

pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. 

Some activities in New Zealand & Australia require 

swimwear & a towel. For further details, please go 

to contiki.com/travel-resources. 

ME TIME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES 

WHEN DO I CHOOSE? 

Optionals are arranged & paid for on trip. By 

leaving the final decisions until then you can 

choose at the same time as your new friends. 

You’ll get great value as we get you great rates & 

your Trip Manager can offer personal advice. 

Some activities are seasonal & weather dependent 

as well as being subject to demand. 

HOW DO I PAY? 

Payment for your ME Time optionals is made 

direct to your Trip Manager on your trip. You can 

choose to pay in cash (A$ in Australia or NZ$ in 

New Zealand) or by credit or debit card as long as 

they have a PIN attached. Using a credit or debit 

card is convenient, and can save you money on 

withdrawal fees & poor exchange rates! You can 

pay using most credit & debit cards like Visa, 

Mastercard & AMEX. 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. 

PAST TRAVELLER 5% 

DISCOUNT 

We’re head over heels for our Contiki travellers, 

particularly those that love us so much they come 

back for more. That’s why when you travel with us; 

we’ll offer you a 5% discount on the land portion 

of your trips from then on. And we’ve even 

wrestled our TTC sister brands (found here - TTC. 

com #travelttc) into offering the same. 

Here’s what you need to know: 

• You must have returned and finished your first 

Contiki trip before you can cash in on your 5% 

discount on your next adventure 

• Past traveller discounts can be applied to trips of 

7 days or longer only 

• If you’re buying more than one trip back to 

back, the 5% discount will apply to the most 

expensive trip 

• We’re going to need a deposit before the 

discount can be applied to the booking 

• You can’t use it on pre & post-trip 

accommodation rates & other selected products 

(because we offer great prices for our travellers 

on these already) 

• Once you’re a past passenger, you’re eligible for 

a 5% discount every 6 months so you can keep 

going with Contiki 

• The discount applies to brochured prices only & 

cannot be combined with any non-brochured 

special market promotions 

Sound good to you crazy Contiki lovers? 

BROCHURE AUTHENTICITY 

We have put a great deal of effort into producing 

this brochure. The information given & literature 

produced by Contiki has been compiled with care 

& is published in good faith. Sometimes, because 

of circumstances outside our control, we have to 

alter some activities due to seasonal closing or 

repairs to buildings, etc., especially early or late 

in the season. If this happens, alternatives will be 

arranged where possible. 

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS? 

At the time this brochure went to press (December, 

2016), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it 

is wise to check up-to-date information with your 

travel agent or Contiki prior to departure. Don’t 

forget to bring with you any medication that you 

may require en route, such as antihistamines or 

antibiotics. 

SEASONALITY & CLIMATE 

Being such a large land mass, Australia is prone to 

seasonal climate changes. This will mean that at 

certain times of the year some of our brochured 

itineraries may need to be slightly changed. For 

example: northern Australia itineraries during the 

wet season (December to April). 

Inland alpine areas of the South Island in New 

Zealand can be as cold as -10 o C between May 

& October. 

DO I NEED VISAS? 

Please read carefully. Depending on your 

nationality, you may require a visa to enter 

Australia & New Zealand. You are fully 

responsible for obtaining all necessary visas 

prior to the departure of your trip. Contiki is not 

legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who 

does not have a valid visa to join a trip. Consult 

your travel agent or local embassy to determine 

any visas you require & how to obtain them. 

NO COMPULSORY TIPPING 

- REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE! 

Every country in the world has different tipping 

customs & in Australia & New Zealand, within 

service industries, tipping is common practice. 

Tipping is totally optional & only given if you feel 

the service has exceeded your expectations. 

If you think your Contiki Team have done an 

exceptional job then you may wish to tip them. 

This is entirely discretionary – it’s completely 

up to you. No compulsory tipping – reward 

only excellence! 

BOOKING SECURITY 

Contiki has been running trips for young people 

since 1962. It is a matter of law that tour 

operators must fully protect their clients’ funds 

under regulations specified by the European 

Community Package Travel Directive. We confirm 

that Contiki is fully complying with the law, 

therefore your monies are fully protected. Contiki 

Holidays Limited is a member of the Association 

of British Travel Agents under membership 

number Y1792. ABTA & ABTA Members help 

holidaymakers to get the most from their travel & 

assist them when things do not go according to 

plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard 

of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For 

further information about ABTA, the Code of 

Conduct & the arbitration scheme available to you 

if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park 

Street, London SE1 9EQ. Tel: 020 3117 0500 or 

www.abta.com. Contiki Holidays also holds a 

current ATOL Licence No. 10144. When you buy 

an ATOL protected air holiday package and/or 

flights from Contiki Holidays Limited you will 

receive a Confirmation Invoice from us (or via our 

authorised agent through which you booked) 

confirming your arrangements and your 

protection under our Air Travel Organiser’s 

Licence. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the 

CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad 

and will arrange to refund any money you have 

paid to us for an advance booking. For further 

information, visit the ATOL website at www.caa. 

co.uk. Not all holiday or travel services offered and 

sold by us will be protected by the ATOL scheme. 

Please ask us to confirm what protection may 

apply to your booking. Only bookings from 

countries subject to the EC Package Travel 

Directive will receive financial protection from 

ABTA and the CAA. 

TRIP REGISTRATION 

Ready, set, go! You’re booked & it’s nearly go time, 

however just like when you’re taking a flight, it’s 

important you provide us with all your details 

before you can travel. Check out www.contiki.com/ 

tripregistration to log into your booking. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 

Security 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. 

COMPULSORY INSURANCE 

Travel insurance is compulsory on our trips, 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 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. 

PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS 

Photos courtesy of © Kings Hotel Mt Ruapehu 

p.12 Hotel Exterior. Photos courtesy of © Hotel 

Sudima Rotorua p.12 Hotel Exterior. Photos 

courtesy of © Splenour in the Grass/Ian Laidlaw 

p.24 Splendour. Splenour in the Grass p.52 

Splendour. Photos courtesy of © Tourism New 

Zealand/Julian Apse p.61 Mount Hutt, Canterbury. 

Sara Orme p.61 Hobbiton, Waikato. Miles Holden 

p.69 Moeraki Boulders, Waitaki. Photos courtesy of 

© Rhythm & Alps p.77 Mainstage, Aerial view of 

site. Photos courtesy of © Glenn Kelly p.80, p.81 

Skiing. No Regrets p.26, p.27 photos courtesy of © 

@sarahrobson93, @nicoleesylvia, @clairewoody, 

@christinamadeit, @mark_heap, @aj_zammit. 

No Regrets p.60, p.61 @callumstewartni, @ 

bragioferebor_x, @tylo06, @ashgrats, @boyd_ 

steel, @samearp 


AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2017/18 83 

The following Booking Conditions, have to the extent possible, taken account of 

the European Community Package Travel Directive. Legal interpretation on 

specific clauses of this directive may vary between European Community 

member states. Contiki accept that the legal interpretation of the member state 

where the booking is made will prevail over the following Booking Conditions 

where the Package Travel Directive have been adopted into law. 

OUR RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATION 

On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, Contiki will 

reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract is made between you and 

Contiki Holidays Limited (Registered in Guernsey No. 50681 (Contiki)) only upon 

your booking being confirmed and accepted by us and our communication 

thereof to you or your travel agent. 

2. YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION 

Contiki are a member of ABTA and hold ATOL Number 10144 issued by the 

Civil Aviation Authority, which provide for your protection in the event of our 

insolvency. Only bookings from countries subject to the EC Package Travel 

Directive will receive financial protection from ABTA & CAA. Many of the flights 

and flight-inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected by the 

ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel 

services listed in this brochure. Please ask us to confirm what protection may 

apply to your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking 

will not be ATOL protected. If you do receive an ATOL Certificate but all the parts 

of your trip are not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected. Please see 

our booking conditions for information, or for more information about financial 

protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate 

When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you 

will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where 

you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things 

go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide 

you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). 

In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons 

of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services 

you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree 

to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform 

those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you 

under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree 

that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, 

in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or 

your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified on 

your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable 

alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of 

insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or 

confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for 

such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims 

which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of 

the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit 

card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be 

re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed 

under the ATOL scheme. 

Any monies paid to us for non-licensable products (accommodation and 

packages which do not include flight elements) are protected by means of 

a bond held by us with ABTA. This means that if, in the unlikely event of our 

insolvency, the accommodation or package cannot be provided, the client will 

receive their money back or, if their stay has started, arrangements will be made 

for them to be able to continue as planned. 

3. PRICE GUARANTEE 

Prices in this brochure are based on costs, taxes (including VAT/ sales taxes), 

levies & exchange rates as at 5th December, 2016. Should these costs change, it 

may be necessary to make a surcharge on the price of your holiday. 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 & 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. 

4. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY 

4.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your booking in accordance 

with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. 

4.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we will give you reasonable 

notice thereof, in the circumstances, and where available, offer you a comparable 

alternative. Where cancellation is necessary, a minimum period of 45 days notice 

will be given by us unless the circumstances leading to the cancellation were 

beyond our reasonable control. 

4.3 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. 

4.4 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. 

4.5 Contiki is not responsible for the cost of any other travel arrange-ments 

affected due to cancellation or the rescheduling of any holiday. 

5. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS 

5.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the 

time of going to print (December, 2016) but we cannot guarantee that any item or 

amenity mentioned will be available especially where we have no direct control 

over it. 

5.2 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, 

sightseeing trips and transportation to give you good value for money. 

5.3 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. 

5.4 Complimentary WiFi service is available in many Contiki guestrooms and/or 

the public areas of most properties. In many itineraries WiFi is also available 

on-board the coaches for a fee. The WiFi on the coaches uses the cellular phone 

network and as a result the connection will be slower than standard broadband 

and at times may not be available. In some countries and on some coaches this 

service will not be available. 

6. LIABILITY 

6.1 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. Any money paid to a travel agent where land 

arrangements and flights are booked together is held by the travel agent on 

behalf of Contiki at all times. 

6.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any interest earned on such monies. 

6.3 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 for disbursement thereof 

as aforesaid. 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY 

1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of €100, per person per trip, or the 

full amount payable if booking is made within 45 days of your trip departure, must 

be submitted to Contiki by you in respect of that holiday. This payment is in 

addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a 

first instalment of the holiday price by Contiki only once the booking has been 

confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent. 

1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non-refundable deposit 

of €100 per person, per trip, which must be within 7 days of booking or the 

reservation will automatically be cancelled. 

1.3 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. Contiki 

cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will it assume any responsibility or 

liability if clients’ special meal requirements are not fulfilled. 

2. PAYING THE BALANCE 

2.1 The balance of the holiday price must be paid by 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. When making 

multi-trip bookings, full payment is due no later than 45 days before scheduled 

departure date of the first departing trip. 

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 will not 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 CANCEL 

3.1 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, you deposit value is also transferable, so you can gift your deposit at no 

extra cost.* 

*With FlexDeposit, the value of the original deposit can be used as credit towards 

booking a new trip with Contiki. Original deposit refers to the trips deposit only 

and excludes any addition deposits such as Inca Trail, or flights. Deposit credit is 

not valid on existing bookings. The credit will be applied as a discount on 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 expired deposits. Valid on all 

Contiki trips 7 days or longer. Credit is valid until the client turns 36. i.e. fitting 

within Contiki’s age limit as per Contiki’s booking conditions. Credit can be gifted 

to family or friends. To gift to family or friend 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). The credit has no cash value and is non-refundable. The credit is 

combinable with all other applicable discounts. 

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: 

PERIOD OF NOTICE 

CANCELLATION FEE 

More than 45 days notice .........................................................Deposit is forfeited 

45-22 days:.....................................................................................25% of trip fare 

21-8 days:.......................................................................................30% of trip fare 

7-1 days:.........................................................................................50% of trip fare 

Day of departure:..........................................................................100% of trip fare 

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 vacation 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 21st December, 2016 and are subject to 

change. Final policy will be confirmed at the time of booking. 

3.4 Any cancellation of additional services within 14 days from date of service, 

such as pre & post accommodation & transfers, will incur a 100% cancellation 

fee. For cancellation of additional services outside of 14 days from date of service, 

please refer to the above cancellation policy. 

3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be 

levied by your travel agent. All cancellation policies valid as at 21st December, 2016 

and are subject to change. Final policy will be confirmed at the time of booking. 

4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 

4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to an alternate 

departure date you may do so subject to availability & provided the new holiday 

date is also in this brochure. 

4.2 A fee of €25 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to 

a reservation after the booking is confirmed, unless the change increases the 

value of the booking. A change of booking within 45 days of departure will be 

treated as a cancellation & normal cancellation fees will apply (as detailed in 

section 3) except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or 

greater value, in which case a €25 per person amendment fee will be charged in 

addition to any amendment fees imposed due to internal flights/local ferries. 

4.3 Transfer of the package to another traveller is allowed, however both the 

original booker and transferee are liable for the payment of any outstanding 

monies. This may also include any service charges/amendment fees levied on 

Contiki by 3rd party contractors. 

5. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS 

5.1 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 Contiki’s holidays are specifically planned for those in the 18 through 35 age 

group. Consequently the facilities & activities on a Contiki holiday are not 

appropriate to persons outside this age bracket. If you have a question regarding 

the age groups, you are welcome to discuss this with a Contiki staff member. 

5.3 Contiki strives to provide a safe, enjoyable & memorable travel experience for 

all passengers. Contiki welcomes passengers with special needs or disabilities. 

However, please note the following: 

• Passengers are required to advise Contiki, in advance, of any physical, medical 

or other special needs that require accommodation. 

• All guests must ensure they are medically & physically fit for travel. Contiki may 

impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the trip. Contiki 

may also exclude an individual from participating in a trip or an activity if that 

individual’s participation poses a direct threat to health or safety. 

• Contiki does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or 

prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a 

wheelchair or assistance in eating, assisting with luggage, toileting or 

dressing,). A companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany 

any passenger who requires services of a personal nature. 

• Contiki does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention 

will be provided by a local facility at the passenger’s expense. Contiki is 

not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of 

medical services obtained while on your trip, or for the quality of the care 

or services received. 

• Passengers should be aware some trips include rough terrain, extensive 

walking over cobblestone streets, uneven pavement, steps & locations & 

overnight accommodations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by 

wheelchair. During the trip, Contiki may make arrangements with carriers, 

hotels & other independent suppliers to provide travel services. These parties 

are independent entities over which Contiki has no control. Accommodations on 

international trips may differ from those in North America. Contiki cannot 

guarantee disability access or accommodations for passengers traveling on 

international trips. 

• Passengers are required to carry their own luggage to the coach & also to their 

rooms, there may be times passengers are required to carry their luggage far 

distances & up many flights of stairs with no assistance. 

• Contiki may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger or 

remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with Contiki’s 

terms & conditions. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event 

a passenger is removed from a trip. Passengers agree not to hold Contiki or any 

of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these terms & conditions. 

5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements & costs to/from the point of 

commencement/conclusion of the holiday. 

5.5.1 There may be times when the Contiki Representative has to make a 

decision in your best interests or the best interests of their group. You agree to 

comply with the authority & decisions of the appointed Contiki Representative & 

the laws of the country in which you are travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in 

the Contiki Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general 

enjoyment & well being of other members on the holiday or smooth operation of 

the holiday itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the 

holiday. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted 

substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travellers & any 

Contiki Representative have the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any 

threats to their safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour by you, whether 

verbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously & may result in the 

immediate termination of your holiday. In such event, you will be responsible for 

your own repatriation & related costs & have no claims against us. 

5.5.2 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or excess 

cleaning fees related to your accommodation. You are advised to immediately 

report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff &/or a Contiki Trip 

Manager as soon as it is discovered. 

5.5.3 The Company may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any 

passenger or remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply 

with the Company’s terms & conditions. The Company is not responsible for any 

costs incurred in the event a passenger is removed from a trip. Passengers agree 

not to hold the Company or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken 

under these terms & conditions. 

5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, 

neither the operator or service providers, agents or cooperating organisations 

shall be liable for any illness, injury or death nor any loss, damages or claims 

whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being 

worn at the time of the accident or incident. 

5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport & all visas, permits & 

certificates required for your selected holiday as well as any necessary 

vaccinations & to comply with all applicable laws. 

5.8 You agree that our Trip Manager or Contiki Representatives may take 

photographs & films of you while you are on holiday & that these may be used in 

our Group brochures &/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any 

further consent or payment in respect of such photographs &/or films. 

5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the holiday, you should inform the 

Contiki Representative during the course of the holiday & if the matter cannot be 

resolved after the representative’s best endeavours to do so during the holiday, 

your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably 

possible after the holiday but within 42 days thereof so that your complaint can be 

investigated. If you do not write within 42 days, your rights under this contract 

may be affected. If you choose to write to Contiki via the Internet, please provide 

your home address so that we are able to reply to you in writing. 

5.10.1 The contract & all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to 

Guernsey Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing. 

5.10.2 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 

& enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected. 

5.10.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you agree 

to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/client costs. 

6. COMPULSORY INSURANCE 

Travel insurance is compulsory on our trips, visit contiki.com/insurance for 

more info. 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. 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 ABSENTEEISM 

In 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 PRICE: 

Airfares to & from your holiday destination (unless you have booked a trip & fly 

package), airport taxes, passport & visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, 

beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Trip Managers & Trip 

Drivers, items of a personal nature, excess baggage & optional excursions. 

9. WEATHER CONDITIONS 

Under 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 RESTRICTIONS 

Luggage is restricted to one reasonable sized, non-expanding suitcase size up to 

29” x 20” x 10” (73cm x 50cm x 25cm) & the maximum weight of 20 kilos 

(44lbs.) plus one small hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you. Contiki 

reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on the trip. 

GENERAL 

1. CONTRACTING PARTIES 

1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between 

you & Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed 

or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. 

This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorised officer or 

director of Contiki. 

1.2 Your contract is with us as the trip operating company. At any time & at our 

complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other company or 

person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, 

which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned 

directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them 

with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights & liabilities 

arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you. 

1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any 

act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, 

transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions, national & 

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. 

All bookings with carriers, hoteliers & other service providers are subject to the 

terms & conditions & limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, & 

other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in 

respect of death, personal injury, delay & loss or damage to baggage. Whilst we 

cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a 

result of any act or omission of any such third-parties, we will give every 

reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also 

note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties 

to provide facilities or services for handicapped clients (see also 5.3 under Holiday 

Details & Conditions). 

1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in this 

brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent themselves 

either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from Contiki or as having 

any other legal relationship with any such purchaser. 

1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, 

however Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or 

errors arising from unforeseen circumstances. 

2. ARBITRATION 

Disputes arising out of, or in connection with, this contract which cannot be 

amicably settled, may be referred to arbitration, if the customer so wishes, under a 

special scheme arranged by the Association of British Travel Agents, & 

administered independently by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. The scheme 

provides for a simple & inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with 

restricted liability on the customer in respect of costs. Full details will be provided 

on request or can be obtained from the ABTA website (www.abta.com). The 

scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. 

There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking form. Neither does it apply to claims, 

which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. The 

scheme can however deal with compensation claims which include an element of 

minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can 

award per person in respect of this element. The application for arbitration & 

Statement of Claim must be received by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators within 

eighteen months of the date of return from the holiday. Outside this time limit 

arbitration under the Scheme may still be available if the company agrees, but the 

ABTA code does not require such agreement. 

3. VALIDITY 

The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from September 2017 

to October 2018. 

4. OPERATING COMPANIES 

The programmes advertised in this brochure are operated by Contiki Holidays 

(Australia) Pty Ltd and Contiki Holidays (New Zealand) Limited. 

5. CONTIKI IS REPRESENTED IN: 

Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Hong Kong, 

Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, 

Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, 

United Kingdom and USA. 

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

IMPORTANT NOTICE: 

ABTA statement: Contiki Holidays Ltd is a member of ABTA under the following 

membership number: Y1792. ABTA and ABTA Members help holidaymakers to 

get the most from their travel and assist when things don’t go according to plan. 

We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of 

Conduct. For more information on ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the arbitration 

scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park Street, 

London SE1 9EQ, tel 020 3117 0500 www.abta.com 

DATA PROTECTION STATEMENT 

Please 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. If you travel outside the European 

Economic Area, controls on data protection may not be as strong as the legal 

requirements in this country. 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, 

whether in the EEA or not, 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. 

FURTHER ADVICE 

For further advice please visit - www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo or call the 

ABTA Information Line Tel: 020 3117 0500 (calls are charged at local rate) 

This brochure was published in December 2016 and supersedes any other 

current brochure in the market. 

BOOKING CONDITIONS 

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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