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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? re but if you do Che ck out @CONTIKI and #CONTIKI for more of our travellers’ pics. it right, once is enough #noregrets c o n t e n t s

Life is an adventure p.2 p66 Where we take you p.4 Contiki Know-How p.6 BRITISH ALBERTA Why travel Contiki p.8 THE ULTIMATE playground COLUMBIA Mt. Robson Ways to save p.9 for high energy BRITISH ALBERTA Ways to travel p.10 COLUMBIA SASKATCHEWANMt. Robson Ways to stay p.12 outdoor activities JASPER The Contiki people p.14 #canadanorthwest KAMLOOPS SASKATCHEWAN No Regrets p.16 Columbia Gafield JASPER KAMLOOPS ME Time p.18 Columbia Gafield Tofino Lake Louise Munch p.20 WHISTLER MANITOBA BANFF Limited Edition p.22 VERNON Tofino WHISTLER Lake Louise CALGARY MANITOBAONTARIO Count on us p.24 Victoria VERNON BANFF VANCOUVER CALGARY ONTARIO QUEBEC Contiki Cares p.26 p68 Victoria VANCOUVER QUEBEC Discover Mexico p.77 Q & A p.78 CANADA QUEBEC CITY Booking conditions p.79 Tropical beaches, CANADA QUEBEC CITY How to book p.80 surfing, waterfalls, WASHINGTON MONTREAL MAINE U S A & C A N A D A T r i p s volcanoes, sea life & WASHINGTON MONTREAL MAINE MONTANA NORTH DAKOTA NORTH DAKOTA a Mai Tai or two MONTANA MINNESOTA MINNESOTA HIGH ENERGY #bigkahunahawaii p.27 FROM A$194P/D

OREGON OREGON NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW HAMPSHIRE MICHIGAN Concord Concord Yellowstone N.P. Yellowstone N.P. MICHIGAN TORONTO TORONTO BOSTON BOSTON Grand Southern 26 days p.28 IDAHO IDAHO SOUTH DAKOTACODY SOUTH DAKOTA WISCONSIN CODY WISCONSIN MASSACHUSETTS MASSACHUSETTS Southern Adventure 13 days p.30 NEWNIAGARA YORK NEW YORK TETON VALLEY TETON VALLEY NIAGARA RI RI FALLS FALLS CONNECTICUTNew Haven Eastern Discovery 14 days p.32 MT. RUSHMORE Badlands N.P. CONNECTICUTNew Haven MT. RUSHMORE Badlands N.P. MADISON Custer StateMADISON Park SIOUX FALLS Milwaukee NEW YORK Boot, Scoot 'n' Blues 12 days p.34 NEVADA Custer State Park SIOUX FALLS Milwaukee CLEVELAND PENNSYLVANIANEW YORK HONOLULU WYOMING CLEVELAND PENNSYLVANIA Wild Western 14 days p.36 KAANAPALI NEVADA Amish Country HONOLULU /WAIKIKI WYOMING IOWA CHICAGO Amish Country KAANAPALI BEACH SALT LAKE CITY IOWA NEBRASKACHICAGO PHILADELPHIA /WAIKIKI NEW JERSEY LA to the Bay 11 days p.38BEACH SALT LAKE CITY NEBRASKA PHILADELPHIAPITTSBURGH KONA LAKE TAHOE NEW JERSEY MARYLAND California Highlights 7 days p.39 LAKE TAHOE PITTSBURGH MARYLAND KONA SAN FRANCISCO ILLINOIS INDIANA OHIO WASHINGTON DC Yosemite N.P. UTAH Western Highlights 9 days p.40 HAWAII SAN FRANCISCO COLORADO ILLINOIS INDIANA OHIO WASHINGTON DC Yosemite N.P. UTAHBASS LAKE COLORADOZion N.P. W.VIRGINIA Richmond DISCOVERER HAWAII BASS LAKE Zion N.P. Bryce Canyon N.P. KANSAS W.VIRGINIA Richmond VIRGINIA CALIFORNIA KANAB p.41 FROM A$200P/D Bryce Canyon N.P. VIRGINIA Monument Valley KANSAS USA MISSOURI KENTUCKY RALEIGH p38 CALIFORNIA KANAB DURANGO Epic Adventure 55 days p.42 LAS VEGAS Monument Valley Grand Canyon N.P. USA MISSOURI KENTUCKY RALEIGH Grand Northern 26 days p.44 MojaveDURANGO Desert Route 66 GRAND CANYON NASHVILLE N.CAROLINA LAS VEGAS Grand Canyon N.P. LOS ANGELES Santa Fe TENNESSEE Northern Adventure 14 days p.46 Shop ‘til you Mojave Desert Route 66 AMARILLO NASHVILLE N.CAROLINA GRAND CANYON ARIZONA ALBUQUERQUE OKLAHOMA North by North East 13 days p.48 LOS ANGELES Santa Fe MEMPHIS Sedona AMARILLO ARKANSASTENNESSEE ATLANTA drop in the super Little Rock S.CAROLINA The Big West 23/25 days p.50 ARIZONASAN DIEGO NEW MEXICO ALBUQUERQUESonoran Desert PHOENIX OKLAHOMA MEMPHIS Eastern Escapade 14 days p.52 trendy boutiques Sedona ARKANSAS ATLANTA Little Rock S.CAROLINA GEORGIA Charleston SAN DIEGO NEW MEXICO MISSISSIPPI ALABAMA E A S Y PA C E of SAnta Monica Sonoran Desert PHOENIX Jackson SAVANNAH Charleston p.55 FROM A$324P/D #LAtothebay MISSISSIPPI ALABAMALOUISIANA GEORGIA TEXAS DALLAS SAVANNAH Best of USA 14 days p.56 Jackson /FORT WORTH ST. AUGUSTINE LOUISIANA PANAMA CITY BEACH IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TEXAS DALLAS NEW ORLEANS ORLANDO p.58 FROM A$197P/D /FORT WORTH AUSTIN HOUSTON ST. AUGUSTINE PANAMA CITY BEACH DAYTONA BEACH Canadian Encounter 7 days p.59 SAN ANTONIO NEW ORLEANS FLORIDA Kennedy Space Center Revolutionary Roads 8 days p.60 AUSTIN ORLANDO HOUSTON Canada & Rockies 11/13 days p.62 DAYTONA BEACH SAN ANTONIO MIAMI Grand Canadian 20/22 days p.64 where FLORIDA Kennedy Space Center Northwest Passage 9 days p.66 The Big Kahuna 9 days p.68 MIAMI

WINTER & SKI p.70 FROM A$216P/D

Ski Lake Tahoe p.71 Powder Rush 9 days p.72 we take SHORT TRIPS & FESTIVALS p.73 FROM A$142P/D

New York Uncovered 4 days p.74 New Year in New York 4 days p.75 New Year in Las Vegas 4 days p.75 LA Explorer 3/5 days p.76 Waikiki Explorer 3/5 days p.76 2 countries,you 30 unique itineraries and countless No Regrets travel experiences. Want a taste? New & Improved Itinerary We’ve got the crème de la crème.

04 USA & CAnada 2017-19 BRITISH ALBERTA COLUMBIA Mt. Robson SASKATCHEWAN JASPER KAMLOOPS Columbia Gafield

Tofino WHISTLER Lake Louise MANITOBA VERNON BANFF CALGARY ONTARIO Victoria VANCOUVER QUEBEC CANADA p64 QUEBEC CITY

WASHINGTON MONTREAL MAINE HOME TO MONTANA NORTH DAKOTA MINNESOTA THE BEST Museums,

OREGON NEW HAMPSHIRE Concord Yellowstone N.P. MICHIGAN TORONTO BOSTON chic IDAHO CODY SOUTH DAKOTA WISCONSIN NEW YORK MASSACHUSETTS boutiques, TETON VALLEY NIAGARA RI FALLS CONNECTICUT MT. RUSHMORE New Haven Badlands N.P. MADISON delicious Custer State Park SIOUX FALLS Milwaukee NEW YORK NEVADA CLEVELAND PENNSYLVANIA food & HONOLULU WYOMING KAANAPALI IOWA CHICAGO Amish Country /WAIKIKI BEACH SALT LAKE CITY NEBRASKA PHILADELPHIA hipster PITTSBURGH NEW JERSEY KONA LAKE TAHOE MARYLAND bars SAN FRANCISCO ILLINOIS INDIANA OHIO WASHINGTON DC #grandcanadian Yosemite N.P. UTAH HAWAII COLORADO BASS LAKE Zion N.P. W.VIRGINIA Richmond Bryce Canyon N.P. KANSAS VIRGINIA CALIFORNIA KANAB Monument Valley USA MISSOURI KENTUCKY RALEIGH DURANGO LAS VEGAS Grand Canyon N.P. Mojave Desert Route 66 GRAND CANYON NASHVILLE N.CAROLINA LOS ANGELES Santa Fe AMARILLO TENNESSEE ARIZONA ALBUQUERQUE OKLAHOMA MEMPHIS Sedona ARKANSAS ATLANTA p28 Little Rock S.CAROLINA SAN DIEGO Sonoran Desert PHOENIX NEW MEXICO Charleston MISSISSIPPI ALABAMA GEORGIA Pay homage Jackson SAVANNAH to ‘The King’ LOUISIANA TEXAS DALLAS aka Elvis AT /FORT WORTH ST. AUGUSTINE PANAMA CITY BEACH GRACELAND #grandsouthern AUSTIN NEW ORLEANS ORLANDO HOUSTON DAYTONA BEACH SAN ANTONIO FLORIDA Kennedy Space Center

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p42 p34 WHERE The nightlife is Palm tree paradise, need we say more as spicy as the cuisine #epicadventure #bootscootblues

Overnight stops Special Stays Places visited

USA & CAnada 2017-19 05 what is contiki know-how?

here’s something you can’t deny about 55 years of taking people on life-changing travels. You can’t compete with that sort of Texperience, 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.

Independent traveller reviews from Feefo on contiki.com

06 USA & CAnada 2017-19 H ere 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 MOST DAYS

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

USA & CAnada 2017-19 07 why travel contiki?

Designed for 18-35 YEAR OLDS Unrivalled value Our trips are created exclusively for like-minded 18-35 year olds. No Unique accommodation, a world younger, no older. 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.

Support & flexibility The flexibility to change your mind More freedom and the knowledge that from start Buckets of free time to to finish, we’ve got your back. explore independently plus epic ME Time optionals to take your experience to a whole new level. 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 The original & the best care of the detail, you focus As the world’s leading youth travel on the memory making. 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, 10. Security foodie experiences to make your tummy smile and trips that put food centre stage. We are a family-run business who care deeply about the well being 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.

08 USA & CAnada 2017-19 more ways to save

Book early Save even more Book together

everyone save % save saves10% 5 up to A$1285 When 10 or more book Travelled with us or one of our Pay in full by 1st June 2017 (or the 11th person goes free) sister companies before? We’ll & save up to 10% give you 5% off

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Save save A$50 up to A$965 Book two trips and get Pay in full by 10th August 2017 everyone % A$50 off your second trip & save up to 7.5% saves 5 When 4 or more book

Check out the LATest deals & offers At contiki.com/deals

Gold seal MANAGE MY BOOKING Our Gold Seal Protection means that if you cancel your Use Contiki’s Manage My Booking tool to trip prior to 30 days before you leave Australia, we won’t make partial payments, add travel extras & charge you a cent. And if you’re ill or have to leave the view our booking breakdown. Pay off your trip early for personal reasons, Gold Seal will refund you trip over time by budgeting & paying A$90 for each day that you miss. in installments. See more on p.78.

The facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, extra accommodation & 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 or to Calgary Stampede departures and are not combinable with Last Minute Deals. Group discounts (‘Book with friends’) is available on trips of 7 days or longer. The Pay Early saving above only apply to departures on or after 1st April 2018. The Pay Early savings of A$1285 and A$965 are based on the Epic Adventure trip p.42. Discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any point without notice.

USA & CAnada 2017-19 09 Want to make sure you see it all? Unearth all of the musts in the jammiest of jam-packed Discoverer trips. No experiences will be left Hi er gh unseen, so grab your bag er E ways tO and jump on board. v n co er 6 Discoverer trips, s g i y from 13-55 days D T ravel See p.41

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UA S & C nada 2017-19 11 ways to stay

Centrally located hotels are how we roll in the big cities, plus Special Stays with a difference for those back to nature times.

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The Hall, Miami The Hall, Miami

12 USA & CAnada 2017-19 Tunnel Mountain Resort, Banff

Hotel Whitcomb, San Francisco

Special Stays This is where the Contiki magic really happens. Ever imagined waking up in a chalet nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, or perhaps you want to make your All-American summer camp dreams a reality by staying in a resort overlooking The Pines Resort a beyond gorgeous lake? We Special Stay, Bass Lake can make it happen. I ndependent traveller reviews from Feefo on contiki.com The accommodation was great! I was so blown ydney away – the rooms & beds were amazing and you S were always in the centre of town. odd, 24, T

Golden Nugget, Las Vegas

Hotels If comfort and location are your city accommodation must-haves, we’ve got you sorted. Snooze-worthy beds, central locations and all the essential home comforts will ensure you catch The Paul, New York those vital zzz’s after a long day of exploring.

USA & CAnada 2017-19 13 trip MAnager

Kiran from Upland, California

“They say ‘spend money on experiences, not things’ for a reason! Travelling helps me better understand other people and cultures. When I think of my travel experiences, I think of countless exhilarating moments, amazing photos, cool stories, new friends and life-long memories picked up along the way.”

@kiran_contiki

From Trip Managers to Drivers and Local Guides, meet just a few of the people who make our trips tick.

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14 USA & CAnada 2017-19 trip Manager A lex from Whistler, Canada

“When I travel I always look for opportunities to challenge my comfort zone. New experiences that get the heart pumping are what I love about travelling.”

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S T U F F T R I P MANAGERS KNOW trip Manager

Christy from Chino, California

“I am so proud to be “For music fans who “When you’re in “When in Whistler, part of a company are in Memphis, Washington D.C. you make the time to that provides me the privilege of showing Tennessee. My top 3 can’t miss the Korean check out the Peak off my amazing little things you should do War memorial at night. to Peak Gondola. corner of the world are visit Sun Studios, The image of the 19 Nothing beats the to young adventure seekers from all over STAX records and US soldiers having views from the the globe.” don’t forget to spend eyes on you as you Guinness World your evening on walk around it will Record holding lively Beale Street.” stick with you forever.” attraction.” @Contikichar @Contikiphil @contikialex

@contikichristy people USA & CAnada 2017-19 15 HOW TO travel with NO REGRETS

Grand Canyon Cross Golden Gate Bridge

You need to see it to believe it. Experience the vast landscape of this One of the Wonders of the Modern World calls for the perfect insta magnificent Arizona landmark. Hike, bike, or even opt for a helicopter ride. opportunity. Catch awesome bay views as you cross over San Francisco’s The scenery and sunsets will leave you truly stunned. most iconic symbol.

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Included entry to Elvis’s Graceland

1 Explore the iconic Beale Street, Memphis Pay homage to the King of Rock & Roll by walking in his footsteps at the one 2 Included entry to Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming and only Graceland. The 13.8-acre Memphis mansion is a must-do included 3 Take in the epic views of Lake Maligne, Alberta Contiki excursion. 4 Explore the Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas

16 USA & CAnada 2017-19 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.

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Included visits to Lake Louise

1 Take in some tunes at Music City Roots, Nashville Situated amongst the beautiful Banff landscape, Lake Louise is one the most 2 Photo stops on the Route 66 awe-inspiring mountain destinations. The Lake Louise visit will immerse you 3 The world’s biggest mountain carving Crazy Horse, Black Hills into the wildlife and endless outdoor activities of this enchanting National Park. 4 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland

Included Boat Cruise at Niagara Falls Included NYC Metro pass

Spanning the international border between Canada and the US, Niagara Falls There’s no better way to feel like a local then riding the NYC Metro. Speed proves the ultimate escape. Cruise through the breathtaking falls and witness your way around all the sights with our included Metro passes. the panoramic views of this North America natural wonder via our included boat tour.

See p.78 for our Instagram image contributors. USA & CAnada 2017-19 17 giving you more

MNo one gives you moree freedom time and flexibility than us, with options to take your trip from memorable to legendary.

hen you reflect on your adventures, what is it that you remember the most? If you’re anything like us, it’s surely the Wpeople, the feelings and the experiences, right? That’s what ME Time is all about – those moments that make your trip one you’ll remember for a lifetime. So, to do this, we do two things. Firstly, we include a ton of free time in all our trips, giving you the freedom to do your own thing, whether that’s lazing on the beach in Miami, road testing the best bagels in NYC, or hiking the trails of Yellowstone. But not only that, you can also pick from our suite of ME Time Optional experiences, Taste a proper NYC bagel that are the crème de la crème of fun times. Like the sound of helicopter rides over the Grand Canyon, sunrise hot air ballooning in Albuquerque, or a Vegas Cirque du Soleil show? We offer them all, plus so much more. Cruise over Albuquerque in a hot air balloon Watch the sun set over the incredible Grand Canyon

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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.

18 USA & CAnada 2017-19 Hike your way around Yellowstone National park giving you more free time ’s global editor, Ginny Copestake, shares her insight on how to make the most of Me time your time in Austin, Texas.

Poolside Hangs Dolly Parton. I mean, you can’t argue CH E C K O U T Barton Springs is pretty much an with that. institution in Austin and the place to head for people watching, sunshine Foodie Heaven lounging, picnicking, and yeah, If you’ve read any of my articles on c . o nti k i c o m / maybe a bit of swimming. Located six-two, you’ll probably notice D E a l s within Zilker Park, the pool itself something of a recurring theme – covers an impressive three acres and food. It really is the best thing in life, F O R O U R L a t e s t is fed from underground springs, so and Austin doesn’t let you down. O F F E R S & D E a l s maintains an average year round After all, you’re in the South, and this temperature of between 20-21˚C. is the home of Texas BBQ and finger You’ll find all types here, from first lickin’ chicken, so what do you daters to old timers, so don’t be expect? Food trucks are a huge deal afraid to strike up a conversation in the city and serve up mouth- with a stranger. watering delights for basically pennies, so go fill your boots (your Retail Therapy brand new Allens Boots no less) with If, like me, you like to fill your house foodie goodness. with treasures picked up from your travels, put a visit to Allens Boots high @ginnycopestake up on your agenda. Texan boots contiki.com/sixtwo Hang out on the beach don’t come much more authentic than this, and boasting the nickname in Miami “Boot shop to the stars”, you can say you’ve shopped in the same place as

USA & CAnada 2017-19 19 Copy your favourite insta celebs Dive in to local delicacies & hit up In-N-Out, Los Angeles in New Orleans

Mexican food in San Diego Find the perfect slice in New York

Munch sums up our entire food offering in the USA & Canada, and is every bit as delicious as it sounds. To us, your experience with food far exceeds just fuelling up for the day. Food is as important as the destination itself, so we put it at the heart of everything we do. So, alongside breakfast being included as standard in most places, we also ensure our trips are jam packed with Munch worthy included meals – think a Chinatown feast in San Fran, or a deep-dish pizza gorge in Chicago – not to mention optional experiences that will make you drool just reading about them. New York food cart tour or Toronto beer tasting anyone? And we don’t stop there, oh no. If you’re looking to take your foodie journey one step further, we even offer departures dedicated entirely to taste tasting the very best dishes America has on offer. If you like the sound of a 12-day Southern food safari, filling up on Southern fried chicken, Texas BBQ, Po Boys and more, our Munch trip on p.23 will surely press all the right buttons. So you get we’re pretty much food obsessed, right? And this obsession extends to our Trip Managers, who pretty much eat, sleep and dream the USA & Canada. These guys are bursting with top tips and ideas, and have a little black book of foodie haunts they can’t wait to share with you. Seriously, ask them for recommendations – they love it.

20 USA & CAnada 2017-19 Our commitment to local, authentic and delicious food experiences.

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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.

BBQ Is on a whole Lunch time hangs, New Orleans other level in Texas

a r e y o u a B i t o f A F o o d i e ? S e e p 2 3 f o r o u r Burritos in Vancouver L i m i t e d E d i t i o n Food off a truck never tasted M u n c h T r i p so good, Austin, Texas

USA & CAnada 2017-19 21 INTRODUCING THE Limited Edition Series

SNAP & MUNCH

re you after a travel experience that’s a little more unique, high end and verging on hipster (without the hipsters)? Let us introduce you to our Limited Edition Series. Limited Edition is made up of two uniquely wonderful new trips: Snap and Munch. Snap and Munch are dedicated to the experiences we know you love whilst travelling, Aand will teach you new skills to boot. Curated experiences with all the memories – what more could you want?

t e x a s / lo u i s i a n a / Mi s s i s s i p p i / te n n e s s e e / ge o r g i a / Fl o r i d a / br i t i s h Co l um b i a / al b e rta 11 DAYS | TRIP MANAGER HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

BRITISH COLUMBIA MT. ROBOBSOOBS N ALBERTA Are you all about raising your Instagram game 2 JASPER COLUMBIA ICEFIELD KAMLOOPS at every opportunity? Do you spend hours in LAKE LOUUISU E 1 VSCO Cam or Snapseed tweaking your images to VERNON 2 BANFF SASKATCHEWAN LER 1 perfection? Do you want to take your photography

skills to the next level and combine this with the ANCOUVER travel experience of a lifetime?

WASHINGTON Saying yes, yes and yes? waters of Lake Louise, MONTANA Then we’ve got one word the alpine backdrops of for you. SNAP. What is Whistler, or the hipster it? Only a trip through city scapes of Vancouver. Western Canada dedicated Combine this with all the entirely to improving your normal Contiki fun and photography skills, not to frivolity, plus a little extra je mention presenting you ne sais quoi on top, and we with the type of landscapes think we’ve found your next any aspiring photographer big adventure. Capture Canada’s The ultimate Insta setting min So many lakes, so many would give their little fi nger See p.63 for a full itinerary natural beauty to shoot photo ops to shoot. Like what? How and visit contiki.com for all about the glassy and perfect the details.

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NEW ORLEANS 2 AUSTIN 2 Calling all foodies. If you’ve ever dreamt of nibbling, 1 1 HOUSTON ORLANDO snacking and lip-smacking your way across America’s SAN ANTONIO Deep South, you’ve come to the right place. FLORIDA

Pack your supersize pants experiences that include a for this trip, because you’re bike & food tour of Austin’s gonna be needing them best street food, whiskey once we’re done with you. tasting in Lynchburg (the Visiting some of America’s home of a certain Mr Jack best loved spots, (think Daniels), and a cooking Austin, Nashville and masterclass that will see New Orleans), Munch is you whipping up Gumbo, a food safari unlike any Jambalaya and creole other. We’re talking Texan creations. Tummy rumbling? BBQ, fried chicken, Po It should be. See p.35 for a Boys, biscuits and gravy, full itinerary and visit contiki. Sample Hot Chicken Try the iconic beignet in BBQ at its fi nest in Austin plus food and drink centric com for all the details. in Nashville New Orleans

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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 CONTIKI same wide-eyed wonder as we do. It’s our dedication to treading lightly, acting with LOVES THE PLANET respect and recognising when to speak for the planet when it can’t speak for itself. Contiki is proud to be using 100% Advising us on our journey is the TreadRight Foundation, our older, wiser sister on all recycled LEIPA paper for the body of our brochures. By doing so, things sustainable and our guiding force in seeking to make the world a better, more we proudly save 41,000 trees interconnected place. Together with TreadRight, we’re on a journey – to seek out the per year. It is just part of causes that need support and the traditions and communities that need protection in The Travel Corporation way. our ever changing world.

La tin AMERICA Eup ro e We visit the Cusco Centre for Textile We’re incredibly proud Traditions in Peru, which supports over to support the Rainbow 500 artisanal weavers and the Sea Trust Children’s Charity. Turtle Conservancy in Costa Rica, an Thanks to a combined organisation set up to protect turtle effort from staff and breeding and monitor the behaviour spare change donated of these endangered sea creatures. from our travellers, You can now also extend your stay we’ve raised £65,000 in the Galapagos with a ME to WE to date. 4-day volunteering excursion into the Amazon jungle.

AFRICA TreadRight works with both WildAid and The Wilderness Foundation to support animal protection and Ne a w Ze land conservation efforts. We support the conservation of New Zealand’s iconic US A & Canada native bird, the endangered kiwi. We contribute to We work with and support the Rainbow Springs Kiwi The Storyboot Project Breeding Programme in which supports the Rotorua to hatch and raise traditional art of mukluk kiwi chicks, as well as fund and moccasin making. research into kiwi incubation Contiki were also one of and rearing, and sponsor a the official sponsors of new incubation chamber. WE Day, an event that celebrates the youth of today who are making a difference in both local and global communities.

Asa i Cambodia – we visit the FRIENDS restaurant, for Austa r li disadvantaged youths. We’ve worked with Surfrider India – we visit the Dhonk Australia on a number of Craft Centre, to preserve projects and beach clean-ups in traditional artistry an effort to raise awareness and increase understanding about the dangers of plastic pollution and consumption.

26 USA & CAnada 2017-19 8 TRIPS FROM HIGH 7–26 ENERGY DAYS

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US A & CAnada 2017-19 27 GRAND SOUTHERN

WHY THIS TRIP? 22 states in 26 days. Yup you heard it right. This jam packed trip will take you everywhere from the rim of the Grand Canyon to the sunny feels of South Beach. So what are you waiting for?

NEW YORK

New York PENNSYLVANIA NEW Philadelphia JERSEY

MARYLAND WASHINGTON DC 3 DELAWARE

UTAH COLORADO NEVADA Richmond

VIRGINIA LAS VEGAS Monument Route 66 Valley 1 DURANGO CALIFORNIA 2 1 RALEIGH 2 N.CAROLINA Mojave Santa Fe Desert GRAND TENNESSEE CANYON MEMPHIS Los Angeles 1 ARKANSAS 2 S.CAROLINA ARIZONA ALBUQUERQUE 1 AMARILLO Little Rock NEW MEXICO Charleston MISSISSIPPI GEORGIA #GRANDSOUTHERN Jackson 1 SAVANNAH ALABAMA 2 LOUISIANA DALLAS/ PANAMA TEXAS CITY BEACH FORT WORTH FLORIDA 1 1 ST. AUGUSTINE NEW 2 ORLEANS 1 DAYTONA ORLANDO 2 BEACH Kennedy Places visited Space Center 1 Nightstops 2 World Heritage sites visited 2 MIAMI

28 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/GRAND-SOUTHERN MEMPHIS 26 DAYS · 22 STATES · FROM A$5495 PP* A$212 P/DAY*

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 23 nights in twin-share 19 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Experience the high octane • Party bus in Las Vegas Available on all hotels, 2 nights in 11 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team power of the Thriller Jet Boat • Entry into Grand Canyon Contiki coaches twin-share lodge Modern, air-conditioned coach ride in Miami National Park with powerpoints for charging M Heli fl ight over the Grand Canyon • Tour Graceland - Home See p.78 for more M Durango horseback riding of Elvis Presley (seasonal)

YOUR TRIP PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$670

HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Los Angeles to Las Vegas . DAY 9: Dallas/Fort Worth . From big DAY 18: Miami . Get into the groove of Meet up with your Contiki Team & head cars to big hair to big belt buckles & big this fun global city – chill on the beach, CODE: GSLA 2017-19 out across the vast Mojave Desert to attitude – you’ll see it all as you explore grab some roller blades, shop ‘til you Start Finish Total Start Finish Total the bright lights of legendary Las Vegas. this slick city nicknamed “Big D.” Hotel (B) drop, or star spot in South Beach’s hottest Los New Cost Los New Cost Hotel (D) • Visit the John F. Kennedy 6th Floor clubs. Hotel Angeles York A$ pp* Angeles York A$ pp* • Evening tour of the world-famous ‘Strip’ Museum • See the famous Art Deco architecture 2017 2018 Visit Fremont Street & see the Visit Fort Worth Stockyards Jul 13 ✚ Aug 7 6269 May 24 Jun 18 6745 • • DAY 19: Miami to Daytona Beach . Jul 17 ✚ Aug 11 6269 Jun 7 Jul 2 6745 light-&-laser show Jul 20 ✚ Aug 14 6269 Jun 14 Jul 9 6745 DAY 10: Dallas/Fort Worth to This morning we’ll head to the racing Jul 24 ✚ Aug 18 6269 Jun 18 Jul 13 6745 M Club Promoter pass – entry into Las Jul 27 ✚ Aug 21 6269 Jun 21 Jul 16 6745 Memphis . Stop in Little Rock as we head capital of the East Coast, Daytona Beach. Aug 3 ✚ Aug 28 6269 Jun 28 Jul 23 6745 Vegas hot spots Aug 10 ✚ Sep 4 6269 Jul 5 Jul 30 6745 through the Deep South to Memphis, Hotel (D) Aug 17 ✚ Sep 11 6269 Jul 12 Aug 6 6745 Be part of the Vegas the birthplace of blues, rock ‘n’ roll & soul Aug 24 ✚ Sep 18 6269 Jul 16 Aug 10 6745 DAY 2: Las Vegas . Aug 31 ✚ Sep 25 6015 Jul 19 Aug 13 6745 buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax music. Hotel (B) DAY 20: Daytona Beach to St. Sep 14 ✚ Oct 9 6015 Jul 23 Aug 17 6745 Augustine via Kennedy Space Center . Sep 21 ✚ Oct 16 5635 Jul 26 Aug 20 6745 & work on your tan poolside, or hit up Sin See the Little Rock Central High Sep 28 ✚ Oct 23 5635 Aug 2 Aug 27 6745 • Choose to visit KSC before heading to Oct 5 ✚ Oct 30 5635 Aug 9 Sep 3 6745 City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B) School & delve deeper into the Civil Oct 12 ✚ Nov 6 5635 Aug 16 Sep 10 6745 charming & historic St. Augustine. Hotel (B) Oct 19 ✚ Nov 13 5635 Aug 23 Sep 17 6745 Experience some of the world’s largest Rights Movement Oct 26 ✚ Nov 20 5635 Aug 30 Sep 24 6469 • See Castillo de San Marcos National Nov 16 ✚ Dec 11 5635 Sep 13 Oct 8 6469 hotels & casinos • Cross the Mississippi River • Nov 30 ✚ Dec 25 5635 Sep 20 Oct 15 6055 Party bus Monument, a 300-year old fortress Dec 14 ●✚ Jan 8 5635 Sep 27 Oct 22 6055 • Pay homage to “The Dec 21 ■✚ Jan 15 5635 Oct 4 Oct 29 6055 Non-stop nightlife DAY 11: Memphis . M Tour Kennedy Space Center Oct 11 Nov 5 6055 • King” on a tour of Graceland. Later, make 2018 Oct 18 Nov 12 6055 M M Parasailing Jan 4 ✚ Jan 29 5635 Oct 25 Nov 19 6055 See a Cirque du Soleil show your pilgrimage through this musical Jan 25 ✚ Feb 19 5635 Nov 15 Dec 10 6055 DAY 21: St. Augustine to Savannah . Feb 15 ✚ Mar 12 5635 Nov 29 Dec 24 6055 Day 3: Las Vegas to the Grand mecca before partying on the world- Apr 5 Apr 30 6055 Dec 13 ▲ Jan 7 6055 Walk the famous squares of Savannah Apr 12 May 7 6055 Dec 20 ◆ Jan 14 6055 Canyon . Get your kicks on historic Route famous Beale Street. Hotel (B, D) Apr 19 May 14 6469 66 as you journey to the breathtaking before an evening out along its busy Apr 26 May 21 6469 2019 • See the Civil Rights Museum waterfront. Hotel (B) May 3 May 28 6469 Jan 3 Jan 28 6055 Grand Canyon. Lodge (D) & Sun Studios May 10 Jun 4 6745 Jan 24 Feb 18 6055 See the historic city squares, homes May 17 Jun 11 6745 Feb 14 Mar 11 6055 • Entry into Grand Canyon National Park • Visit Beale Street, home of blues music • ✚ Single room supplement of A$2379. Stop for photos & souvenirs on Tour Graceland & gardens made famous by the film Single room supplement of A$2565. • • Forrest Gump Route 66 M Rock & Soul Museum tour CODE: GSNY 2017-19 DAY 4: Grand Canyon National DAY 12: Memphis to New Orleans . DAY 22: Savannah to Raleigh via Charleston . Today, get a full dose of Start Finish Total Start Finish Total Park . Take in this epic place today, a Let the good times roll as we take you New Los Cost New Los Cost camera is a must. Hike, walk, or maybe sightseeing through French influenced Southern charm with a stop in historic York Angeles A$ pp* York Angeles A$ pp* opt for a helicopter flight for an up-close New Orleans, & the birthplace of jazz Charleston, & then we are off to the Tar Heel State, North Carolina, where we 2017 2018 experience with this natural wonder. music. Hotel (B) Oct 13 ▼ Nov 7 5495 Oct 12 Nov 6 5909 spend the night in the college town of Oct 27 ▼ Nov 21 5495 Oct 26 Nov 20 5909 Lodge (B) See the French Quarter, Jackson Nov 10 ▼ Dec 5 5495 Nov 9 Dec 4 5909 • Raleigh. Hotel (B, D) Nov 17 ▼ Dec 12 5495 Nov 16 Dec 11 5909 NEW YORK Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim Square & the French Market Dec 1 ✤▼ Dec 26 5495 Nov 30 Dec 25 5909 • Dec 15 ■▼ Jan 9 5495 Dec 14 ✱ Jan 8 5909 • Watch a spectacular sunset & frame M Taste of New Orleans dinner DAY 23: Raleigh to Washington D.C . Dec 29 ✱▼ Jan 23 5495 Dec 28 ✝ Jan 22 5909 up some shots at a panoramic 2018 2019 With a free day On your way to the nation’s capital, take New York viewpoint DAY 13: New Orleans . Jan 12 ▼ Feb 6 5495 Jan 11 Feb 5 5909 to simmer in the warm & soulful culture a break in Richmond, a city steeped in Jan 19 ▼ Feb 13 5495 Jan 18 Feb 12 5909 PENNSYLVANIA M American history. Tonight, tour D.C. after Feb 2 ▼ Feb 27 5495 Feb 1 Feb 26 5909 NEW Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon of “The Big Easy”, meander through the Feb 23 ▼ Mar 20 5495 Feb 22 Mar 19 5909 Sep 7 Oct 2 6319 Philadelphia JERSEY (seasonal) French Quarter, feast on Southern cuisine, dark. Hotel (B, D) MARYLAND DAY 5: Grand Canyon to Durango feel the spell of voodoo & this evening, get • Night-time Illumination tour See the Pentagon, White House, THE FINER DETAILS WASHINGTON DC 3 DELAWARE via Monument Valley . Snap some dancing in this party town! Hotel (B) • Capitol Building & Washington photos of Monument Valley’s ‘Wild • Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we West’ landscape before arriving in the hip Monument can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. UTAH COLORADO M Air boat swamp tour NEVADA See the Lincoln, Jefferson, FDR Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Richmond mountain town of Durango, the gateway • to the Rocky Mountains. Hotel DAY 14: New Orleans to Panama & Korean War Memorials ▼ Single room supplement of A$2379. Monument VIRGINIA City Beach . Head through “Sweet Home Single room supplement of A$2565. LAS VEGAS Entry into Monument Valley Tribal Park Route 66 Valley 1 DURANGO • Alabama” to Florida’s Panama City DAYS 24 - 25: Washington D.C . Trip starts 7:30am (NY & LA) & ends approx. 5:30pm (LA & NY) 2 See the Painted Desert CALIFORNIA 1 RALEIGH • Beach where you truly relax on the white You have two free days to explore D.C.’s ● Trip spends Xmas in New Orleans & New Year’s Eve in Miami. 2 N.CAROLINA best. Maybe hire a bike to see all the ■ Trip spends Xmas in Miami & New Year’s Eve in Dallas/Fort Worth. Mojave Santa Fe DAY 6: Durango to Albuquerque . It’s sand beaches & swim in the crystal clear Desert GRAND TENNESSEE time for an action-packed day in Durango, waters. Hotel (B, D) famous memorials & monuments & ▲ Trip spends Xmas in New Orleans & New Year’s Eve in Daytona CANYON MEMPHIS an adventure seeker’s paradise. Then it’s choose from an endless list of other must- Beach. Los Angeles 1 ARKANSAS ◆ Trip spends Xmas in Albuquerque & New Year’s Eve in New Orleans. 2 S.CAROLINA on to Albuquerque. Hotel (B, D) DAY 15: Panama City Beach to do’s, including museums, shopping, sports ARIZONA ALBUQUERQUE 1 AMARILLO Orlando . Leave the beach behind & nightlife. Hotel (B) ✱ Trip spends Xmas in Panama City & New Year’s Eve in Dallas/ Scenic drive through the Rocky Fort Worth. Little Rock • & get set for the energy of Florida’s Visit the Smithsonian Museums NEW MEXICO Charleston Mountains • ✝ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Raleigh. MISSISSIPPI entertainment hub, Orlando. Hotel (B) Visit Arlington National Cemetery ✤ Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas. GEORGIA M Whitewater rafting (seasonal) • Jackson 1 SAVANNAH & watch the changing of the guard ALABAMA DAY 7: Albuquerque to Amarillo . DAY 16: Orlando . The thrill &

2 LOUISIANA Explore the exotic mix of Native American excitement of Orlando’s many theme DAY 26: Washington D.C. to New parks like Disney World, will keep you fully York via Philadelphia . Leaving the YOUR CHOICE DALLAS/ PANAMA & Hispanic cultures in artistic Santa Fe. TEXAS CITY BEACH Then stop & add your graffiti to the entertained day & night! Hotel (B) capital behind, we continue on to New FORT WORTH FLORIDA 1 ST. AUGUSTINE Choose to start your trip in New York instead of LA (code GSNY) 1 eclectic Cadillac Ranch roadside icon on One-way transfers to the York. First up is Philadelphia. Check out • Independence Hall, where the Declaration NEW 2 your way into “Cowboy Country”. Hotel (D) amusement parks ORLEANS of Independence was signed & see 1 DAYTONA Experience Big Texan culture & food BEACH • DAY 17: Orlando to Miami . Venture the historic Liberty Bell – Philadelphia’s MIX + MATCH ORLANDO 2 Visit the off-beat Cadillac Ranch • south to the beachside playground of landmark. Don’t forget to try a Philly Kennedy M Space Hot air ballooning Miami. Hotel (B, D) cheese steak sandwich, before we head to Got more time? Check out our Epic Adventure p.42-43 or Center DAY 8: Amarillo to Dallas/Fort • See Downtown Miami famous New York City where it’s time to Grand Canadian p.64-65. Starting in N.Y. this trip connects We’re off to Dallas, where you’ll Cuban dinner say goodbye. (B) with the Wild Western p.36-37, LA to the Bay p.38 & 2 MIAMI Worth . • Western Highlights p.40. See our trip pages for more details. discover why everything is bigger & better M Ride Thriller & see the lifestyles Plus you’ll also save A$50 with our multi-trip discount. See p.9. in Texas! Hotel (B, D) of the rich & famous Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

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WHY THIS TRIP? Step off the beaten track and swing your way into this southern adventure. Las Vegas party bus, Grand Canyon National Park and even a Graceland tour in honour of the ‘King of Rock & Roll’. Hell yeah, let’s do this!

NEVADA UTAH COLORADO

Monument LAS VEGAS Route 66 Valley 1 DURANGO CALIFORNIA 2 2 Mojave Santa Fe Desert GRAND TENNESSEE CANYON Los Angeles 1 MEMPHIS #SOUTHERNADVENTURE ALBUQUERQUE 2

1 Little Rock ARIZONA AMARILLO NEW MEXICO ARKANSAS MISSISSIPPI Jackson

2 LOUISIANA TEXAS DALLAS/ FORT WORTH

Places visited 1 Nightstops NEW ORLEANS 1 1 World Heritage site visited

30 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/SOUTHERN-ADVENTURE MEMPHIS 13 DAYS · 11 STATES · FROM A$2929 PP* A$226 P/DAY*

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 10 nights in 9 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Optional VIP Entry with no cover • Party bus in Las Vegas Available on all twin-share hotels 6 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team charge into the hottest Las Vegas • Entry into Grand Canyon Contiki coaches 2 nights in Modern, air-conditioned coach Nightclubs (over 21 only) National Park twin-share lodge with powerpoints for charging M Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon • Visit the John F. Kennedy See p.78 for more (seasonal) 6th Floor Museum M Snowmobile in Durango (seasonal)

YOUR TRIP PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$369

HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Los Angeles to Las Vegas . M Helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon • Visit the John F. Kennedy 6th Floor Meet up with your Contiki Team & head Museum DAY 5: Grand Canyon to Durango CODE: GSLS 2017-19 out across the vast Mojave Desert to Visit Fort Worth Stockyards via Monument Valley . Snap some • Start Finish Total Start Finish Total the bright lights of legendary Las Vegas. Los New Cost Los New Cost photos of Monument Valley’s ‘Wild West’ DAY 10: Dallas/Fort Worth to Hotel (D) Angeles Orleans A$ pp* Angeles Orleans A$ pp* landscape before arriving in the Memphis . Stop in Little Rock as we head Evening tour of the world-famous ‘Strip’ 2017 2018 • hip mountain town of Durango, the through the Deep South to Memphis, Jul 13 ▼ Jul 25 3445 May 24 Jun 5 3695 Visit Fremont Street & see the Jul 17 ▼ Jul 29 3445 Jun 7 Jun 19 3695 • gateway to the Rocky Mountains. Hotel the birthplace of blues, rock ‘n’ roll & soul Jul 20 ▼ Aug 1 3445 Jun 14 Jun 26 3695 light-&-laser show Jul 24 ▼ Aug 5 3445 Jun 18 Jun 30 3695 Entry into Monument Valley music. Hotel (B) Jul 27 ▼ Aug 8 3445 Jun 21 Jul 3 3695 M Club Promoter pass – entry into Las • Aug 3 ▼ Aug 15 3445 Jun 28 Jul 10 3695 Tribal Park See Little Rock Central High Aug 10 ▼ Aug 22 3445 Jul 5 Jul 17 3695 Vegas hot spots • Aug 17 ▼ Aug 29 3445 Jul 12 Jul 24 3695 • See the Painted Desert School & delve deeper into the Aug 24 ▼ Sep 5 3445 Jul 16 Jul 28 3695 DAY 2: Las Vegas . Be part of the Vegas Aug 31 ▼ Sep 12 3205 Jul 19 Jul 31 3695 DAY 6: Durango to Albuquerque . Civil Rights Movement Sep 14 ▼ Sep 26 3205 Jul 23 Aug 4 3695 buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax Sep 21 ▼ Oct 3 2999 Jul 26 Aug 7 3695 It’s time for an action-packed day in Cross the Mississippi River Sep 28 ▼ Oct 10 2999 Aug 2 Aug 14 3695 & work on your tan poolside, or hit up Sin • Oct 5 ▼ Oct 17 2999 Aug 9 Aug 21 3695 Durango, an adventure seeker’s paradise. Oct 12 ▼ Oct 24 2999 Aug 16 Aug 28 3695 City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B) DAY 11: Memphis . Pay homage to “The Oct 19 ▼ Oct 31 2999 Aug 23 Sep 4 3695 Then it’s on to Albuquerque. Hotel (B, D) King” on a tour of Graceland. Later, make Oct 26 ▼ Nov 7 2999 Aug 30 Sep 11 3429 Experience some of the world’s largest Nov 16 ▼ Nov 28 2999 Sep 13 Sep 25 3429 • Scenic drive through the your pilgrimage through this musical Nov 30 ▼ Dec 12 2999 Sep 20 Oct 2 3215 hotels & casinos • Dec 14 ●▼ Dec 26 2999 Sep 27 Oct 9 3215 Rocky Mountains Dec 21 ■▼ Jan 2 2999 Oct 4 Oct 16 3215 Party bus mecca before partying on the world- Oct 11 Oct 23 3215 • M 2018 Oct 18 Oct 30 3215 Non-stop nightlife Horseback riding (seasonal) famous Beale Street. Hotel (B, D) Jan 4 ▼ Jan 16 2999 Oct 25 Nov 6 3215 • Jan 25 ▼ Feb 6 2999 Nov 15 Nov 27 3215 M See the Civil Rights Museum Feb 15 ▼ Feb 27 2999 Nov 29 Dec 11 3215 See a Cirque du Soleil show DAY 7: Albuquerque to Amarillo . • Apr 5 Apr 17 3325 Dec 13 Dec 25 3215 Explore the exotic mix of Native American & Sun Studios Apr 12 Apr 24 3325 Dec 20 ▲ Jan 1 3215 DAY 3: Las Vegas to the Grand Apr 19 May 1 3545 & Hispanic cultures in artistic Santa Fe. Visit Beale Street, home of Apr 26 May 8 3545 2019 Canyon . Get your kicks on historic Route • May 3 May 15 3545 Jan 3 Jan 15 3215 Then stop & add your graffiti to the blues music May 10 May 22 3695 Jan 24 Feb 5 3215 66 as you journey to the breathtaking May 17 May 29 Feb 14 Feb 26 eclectic Cadillac Ranch roadside icon on Tour Graceland 3695 3215 Grand Canyon. Lodge (D) • ▼ Single room supplement of A$1189. your way into “Cowboy Country”. Hotel (D) M Rock & Soul Museum Stop for photos & souvenirs on Route 66 Single room supplement of A$1275. • Experience Big Texan culture & food • Entry into Grand Canyon National Park • DAY 12: Memphis to New Orleans . CODE: GSNS 2017-19 • Visit the off-beat Cadillac Ranch Let the good times roll as we take you DAY 4: Grand Canyon National Start Finish Total Start Finish Total M Hot air ballooning sightseeing through French influenced New Los Cost New Los Cost Park . Take in this epic place today, a New Orleans, & the birthplace of jazz Orleans Angeles A$ pp* Orleans Angeles A$ pp* camera is a must. Hike, walk, or maybe DAY 8: Amarillo to Dallas/Fort Worth . We’re off to Dallas, where you’ll music. Hotel (B) 2017 2018 opt for a helicopter flight for an up-close Oct 26 ✚ Nov 7 2929 Oct 25 Nov 6 3139 discover why everything is bigger & better See the French Quarter, Jackson Nov 9 ✚ Nov 21 2929 Nov 8 Nov 20 3139 experience with this natural wonder. • Nov 23 ✚ Dec 5 2929 Nov 22 Dec 4 3139 in Texas! Hotel (B, D) Square & the French Market Nov 30 ✚ Dec 12 2929 Nov 29 Dec 11 3139 Lodge (B) Dec 14 ◆✚ Dec 26 2929 Dec 13 Dec 25 3139 M ✱✚ Jan 9 ✱ Jan 8 Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim DAY 9: Dallas/Fort Worth . From big Taste of New Orleans dinner Dec 28 2929 Dec 27 3139 • 2018 2019 Watch a spectacular sunset & frame cars to big hair to big belt buckles & big DAY 13: New Orleans . This morning the Jan 11 ✚ Jan 23 2929 Jan 10 Jan 22 3139 • Jan 25 ✚ Feb 6 2929 Jan 24 Feb 5 3139 up some shots at a panoramic attitude – you’ll see it all as you explore trip ends & it’s time to say farewell to your Feb 1 ✚ Feb 13 2929 Jan 31 Feb 12 3139 Feb 15 ✚ Feb 27 2929 Feb 14 Feb 26 3139 viewpoint this slick city nicknamed “Big D.” Hotel (B) new friends. (B) Mar 8 ✚ Mar 20 2929 Mar 7 Mar 19 3139 Sep 20 Oct 2 3355

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK THE FINER DETAILS

Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we NEVADA UTAH * COLORADO can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. ✚ Single room supplement of A$1189. Monument Single room supplement of A$1275. LAS VEGAS Route 66 Valley 1 DURANGO GSLS: Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. CALIFORNIA 2 GSNS: Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. 2 GSNS: Do not book flights before 9:00pm. Mojave Santa Fe ● Trip spends Xmas in New Orleans. Desert GRAND TENNESSEE ■ Trip spends Xmas in Durango & New Year’s Eve in Memphis. CANYON ▲ Trip spends Xmas in Albuquerque & New Year’s Eve Los Angeles 1 MEMPHIS in New Orleans. ALBUQUERQUE 2 ◆ Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas. ✱ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Dallas/Fort Worth 1 Little Rock ARIZONA Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 26-day Grand AMARILLO Southern trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a NEW MEXICO ARKANSAS horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s MISSISSIPPI world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm Jackson welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack. 2 LOUISIANA TEXAS DALLAS/ FORT WORTH YOUR CHOICE

Choose to start your trip in New Orleans instead of LA NEW ORLEANS 1 (code GSNS). Combine this trip with an LA Explorer, giving you more time to experience this great city & what it has to offer. More on p.76.

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NEW YORK

New York WHY THIS TRIP? PENNSYLVANIA Beaches, culture and even a little

Philadelphia NEW slice of Cuban cuisine. See the JERSEY White House one day and lay on white beaches the next. This is WASHINGTON DC 3 DELAWARE the perfect mash up of MARYLAND discoveries and party buzz. Dreamy! VIRGINIA Richmond

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LOUISIANA PANAMA CITY BEACH FLORIDA 1 ST. AUGUSTINE 1 NEW ORLEANS 1 1 DAYTONA BEACH ORLANDO 2

2 MIAMI Places visited 1 Nightstops 1 World Heritage site visited #EASTERNDISCOVERY

32 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/EASTERN-DISCOVERY MIAMI 14 DAYS · 13 STATES · FROM A$3125 PP* A$224 P/DAY*

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 13 nights in 10 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Visit Kennedy Space Center • Locally guided tour of historic Available on all twin-share hotels 5 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M Parasailing in Daytona Beach Charleston Contiki coaches Modern, air-conditioned coach M Miami party cruise • Cuban dinner in Miami with powerpoints for charging M Visit the Newseum in • Guided illumination Tour of See p.78 for more Washington DC Washington DC

YOUR TRIP PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$380

HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: New Orleans . Meet up with your DAY 6: Miami . Get into the groove of DAY 11: Raleigh to Washington D.C . Contiki Team & simmer in the warm & this fun global city – chill on the beach, On your way to the nation’s capital, take CODE: GSLE 2017-19 soulful culture of “The Big Easy”. Meander grab some roller blades, shop ‘til you a break in Richmond, a city steeped in Start Finish Total Start Finish Total in the French Quarter, feast on Southern drop, or star spot in South Beach’s hottest American history. Tonight, tour D.C. after New New Cost New New Cost cuisine, feel the spell of voodoo & this clubs. Hotel dark. Hotel (B, D) Orleans York A$ pp* Orleans York A$ pp* evening, get dancing in this party town! See the famous Art Deco architecture Illumination tour of Washington D.C. 2017 2018 • • Jul 25 ✚ Aug 7 3565 Jun 5 Jun 18 3839 Hotel See the Pentagon, White House, Jul 29 ✚ Aug 11 3565 Jun 19 Jul 2 3839 DAY 7: Miami to Daytona Beach . • Aug 1 ✚ Aug 14 3565 Jun 26 Jul 9 3839 Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street Capitol Building & Washington Aug 5 ✚ Aug 18 3565 Jun 30 Jul 13 3839 • This morning we’ll head to the racing Aug 8 ✚ Aug 21 3565 Jul 3 Jul 16 3839 M New Orleans school of cooking Monument Aug 15 ✚ Aug 28 3565 Jul 10 Jul 23 3839 capital of the East Coast, Daytona Beach. Aug 22 ✚ Sep 4 3565 Jul 17 Jul 30 3839 Aug 29 ✚ Sep 11 3565 Jul 24 Aug 6 3839 DAY 2: New Orleans to Panama City Hotel (D) DAYS 12 - 13: Washington D.C . Sep 5 ✚ Sep 18 3565 Jul 28 Aug 10 3839 Head through “Sweet Home Sep 12 ✚ Sep 25 3415 Jul 31 Aug 13 3839 Beach . You have two free days to explore D.C.’s Sep 26 ✚ Oct 9 3415 Aug 4 Aug 17 3839 DAY 8: Daytona Beach to St ✚ Alabama” to Florida’s Panama City best. Maybe hire a bike to see all the Oct 3 Oct 16 3195 Aug 7 Aug 20 3839 Augustine via Kennedy Space Center . Oct 10 ✚ Oct 23 3195 Aug 14 Aug 27 3839 Beach where you truly relax on the white famous memorials & monuments & Oct 17 ✚ Oct 30 3195 Aug 21 Sep 3 3839 Choose to visit KSC before heading to Oct 24 ✚ Nov 6 3195 Aug 28 Sep 10 3839 sand beaches & swim in the crystal clear choose from an endless list of other must- Oct 31 ✚ Nov 13 3195 Sep 4 Sep 17 3839 charming & historic St. Augustine. Nov 7 ✚ Nov 20 3195 Sep 11 Sep 24 3685 waters. Hotel (B, D) do’s, including museums, shopping, sports Nov 28 ✚ Dec 11 3195 Sep 25 Oct 8 3685 Hotel (B) Dec 12 ✚ Dec 25 3195 Oct 2 Oct 15 3435 & nightlife. Hotel (B) Dec 26 ●✚ Jan 8 3195 Oct 9 Oct 22 3435 DAY 3: Panama City Beach to Oct 16 Oct 29 3435 • See Castillo de San Marcos 2018 Oct 23 Nov 5 3435 Orlando . Leave the beach behind Visit the Smithsonian Museums Jan 2 ✚ Jan 15 3195 Oct 30 Nov 12 3435 National Monument, a • Jan 16 ✚ Jan 29 3195 Nov 6 Nov 19 3435 & get set for the energy of Florida’s 300-year old fortress Visit Arlington National Cemetery & Feb 6 ✚ Feb 19 3195 Nov 27 Dec 10 3435 • Feb 27 ✚ Mar 12 3195 Dec 11 Dec 24 3435 entertainment hub, Orlando. Hotel (B) M watch the changing of the guard Apr 17 Apr 30 3435 Dec 25 ■ Jan 7 3435 Tour Kennedy Space Center Apr 24 May 7 3435 M M Segway tour May 1 May 14 3685 2019 DAY 4: Orlando . The thrill & excitement Parasailing May 8 May 21 3685 Jan 1 Jan 14 3435 May 15 May 28 3685 Jan 15 Jan 28 3435 of Orlando’s many theme parks like DAY 9: St. Augustine to Savannah . DAY 14: Washington D.C. to New May 22 Jun 4 3839 Feb 5 Feb 18 3435 May 29 Jun 11 Feb 26 Mar 11 Disney World, will keep you fully Walk the famous squares of Savannah York via Philadelphia . Leaving the 3839 3435 ✚ Single room supplement of A$1189. entertained day & night! Hotel (B) before an evening out along it’s busy capital behind, we continue on to New Single room supplement of A$1295. One-way transfers to the waterfront. Hotel (B) York. First up is Philadelphia. Check out • CODE: GSNE 2017-19 amusement parks • See the historic city squares, Independence Hall, where the Declaration M of Independence was signed & see Start Finish Total Start Finish Total Universal Studios homes & gardens made famous New New Cost New New Cost by the film Forrest Gump Philadelphia’s historic landmark, the York Orleans A$ pp* York Orleans A$ pp* DAY 5: Orlando to Miami . Venture Liberty Bell. Don’t forget to try a Philly south to the beachside playground of DAY 10: Savannah to Raleigh. 2017 2018 cheese steak sandwich, a local specialty, Oct 13 ✤ Oct 26 3125 Oct 12 Oct 25 3365 Miami. Hotel (B, D) Today, get a full dose of Southern charm Oct 27 ✤ Nov 9 3125 Oct 26 Nov 8 3365 before heading to famous New York City Nov 10 ✤ Nov 23 3125 Nov 9 Nov 22 3365 See Downtown Miami with a stop in historic Charleston, & then where it’s time to say goodbye to your Nov 17 ✤ Nov 30 3125 Nov 16 Nov 29 3365 • Dec 1 ✤ Dec 14 3125 Nov 30 Dec 13 3365 • Cuban dinner we are off to the Tar Heel State, North friends. (B) Dec 15 ▲✤ Dec 28 3125 Dec 14 ◆ Dec 27 3365 M Carolina, where we spend the night in the Dec 29 ✱✤ Jan 11 3125 Dec 28 ✝ Jan 10 3365 Ride Thriller & see the lifestyles 2018 2019 of the rich & famous college town of Raleigh. Hotel (B, D) Please Note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm. Jan 12 ✤ Jan 25 3125 Jan 11 Jan 24 3365 Jan 19 ✤ Feb 1 3125 Jan 18 Jan 31 3365 Feb 2 ✤ Feb 15 3125 Feb 1 Feb 14 3365 Feb 23 ✤ Mar 8 3125 Feb 22 Mar 7 3365 NEW ORLEANS Sep 7 Sep 20 3765

THE FINER DETAILS

* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. ✤ Single room supplement of A$1189. Single room supplement of A$1295. GSLE: Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. GSNE: Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. ● Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Miami. ■ Trip spends Xmas in New Orleans. ▲ Trip spends Xmas in Miami. ◆ Trip spends Xmas in Panama City Beach. ✱ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Washington DC. ✝ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Raleigh. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 26-day Grand Southern 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. (Start New Orleans only).

YOUR CHOICE

Choose to start your trip in New York instead of New Orleans (code GSNE). Combine this trip with a New York Uncovered trip, giving you more time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer. More on p.74.

USA & CANADA 2017-19 33 BOOT, SCOOT

NEW & IMPROVED 2 LIMITED EDITION ‘N’ BLUES ITINERARY DEPARTURES

WHY THIS TRIP? Southern food, music and a whole lot of good times. Get rock’n’rolling your way down to the Deep South. This trip will see you gliding your way around the sights and delights of New Orleans, Nashville, Memphis and Austin to name just a few.

2 NASHVILLE

TENNESSEE 2 MEMPHIS 1 ATLANTA

MISSISSIPPI

Jackson GEORGIA

Dallas/Fort Worth LOUISIANA

TEXAS

#BOOTSCOOTBLUES NEW ORLEANS AUSTINAUSTIN 2 HOUSTON 2 1 1 Orlando SAN ANTONIO FLORIDA

Places visited 1 Nightstops 1 World Heritage site visited

34 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/BOOTSCOOTBLUES NASHVILLE 12 DAYS · 6 STATES · FROM A$3025 PP* A$253 P/DAY*

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW HIGH ENERGY

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 11 nights in 10 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Kayaking, Austin • Tour Graceland Available on all twin-share hotels 5 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M Craft beer tour, San Antonio • Southern dinner & Music City Contiki coaches Modern, air-conditioned coach M Cooking school, New Orleans Roots performance with powerpoints for charging M Sun Studios, Memphis • Tour & Taste Tennessee Whiskey See p.78 for more M Country Music Hall of Fame tour at the Jack Daniels Distillery & Studio B tour

YOUR TRIP PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$325

HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Dallas/ Fort Worth to Austin . DAY 7: New Orleans to Memphis . famous RCA Studio B. Since the day Get your boots on as we head down Say goodbye to the Big Easy…. it’s on is free check out the Johnny Cash museum CODE: FWOL 2017-19 or visit Ryman Auditorium, the original to Austin. Known for its laid back vibe, to Memphis, birthplace of the Blues, Start Finish Total Start Finish Total delicious BBQ & hip music scene we have Memphis Soul & Rock n Roll. Hotel (B,D) home of the Grand Ole Opry. Tonight, Dallas Orlando Cost Dallas Orlando Cost A$ pp* A$ pp* two days to explore this vibrant city. • Visit Beale Street we’ll head out on the town to experience Hotel (D) what Nashville has to offer! Hotel (B) 2017 2018 DAY 8: Memphis . Pay homage to “The See the state capital building, Moon M May 23 ✚ Jun 3 3085 Jun 5 Jun 16 3109 • King” on a tour of Graceland. Later, make Country Music Hall of Fame Jun 6 ✚ Jun 17 3085 Jun 19 Jun 30 3109 Towers & The Driscoll Hotel Jun 20 ✚ Jul 1 Jul 3 Jul 14 your pilgrimage through this ‘musical DAY 11: Nashville to Atlanta . 3085 3109 See the University of Texas Jul 18 ✚ Jul 29 3085 Jul 17 Jul 28 3109 • mecca’ before partying on the world- Today we head south to the capital of Aug 1 ✚ Aug 12 3085 Jul 31 ● Aug 11 3275 Visit Congress St Aug 29 ✚ Sep 9 3085 Aug 14 Aug 25 3109 • famous Beale Street. Hotel (B) Georgia, Atlanta. On our way we’ll stop in Sep 12 ✚ Sep 23 3085 Aug 28 Sep 8 3109 • Feast on Texas BBQ Lynchburg, TN home to the Jack Daniels Sep 26 ✚ Oct 7 3085 Sep 11 Sep 22 3109 • Visit Graceland Oct 10 ✚ Oct 21 3025 Sep 25 Oct 6 3109 DAY 2: Austin . Get out on two wheels • See the Civil Rights Museum Distillery. You’ll learn the art of whiskey Oct 24 ✚ Nov 4 3025 Oct 9 Oct 20 3049 & explore or grab a kayak & paddle Lady making on a guided tour. View the sights Nov 7 ✚ Nov 18 3025 Oct 23 Nov 3 3049 & Sun Studios Dec 5 ✚ Dec 16 3025 Nov 6 Nov 17 3049 Bird Lake. Shop for cowboy boots on on your orientation tour of Atlanta, Dec 4 Dec 15 3049 2018 South Congress, stuff yourself with BBQ DAY 9: Memphis to Nashville . including Peachtree Plaza, CNN Center, Pull those boots out one more time Jan 2 ✚ Jan 13 3025 2019 or simply relax at Barton Springs pool. and Peachtree Street with its charming Feb 6 ✚ Feb 17 3025 Jan 8 Jan 19 3049 – we’re off to Nashville, “Music City ✚ Tonight, we head to Sixth St to take in neighborhoods before arriving at our Mar 6 Mar 17 3025 Feb 5 Feb 16 3049 U.S.A.” Experience this city up-close May 22 ● Jun 2 3275 Mar 5 Mar 16 3049 the live music scene that makes Austin hotel. Tonight, experience Atlanta’s & personal with a sightseeing tour of famous. Hotel (B) vibrant nightlife. Hotel (B, D) THE FINER DETAILS Nashville’s landmarks, including the M Bike & food tour • Tour & Tasting of Jack Daniels Parthenon, Ryman Auditorium & the Distillery * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. DAY 3: Austin to San Antonio . After homes of famous country-western music See CNN Centre, Atlanta • ✚ Single room supplement of A$1379. keeping “Austin Weird” we change scenes performers & the recording studios of Aquarium & the World of Single room supplement of A$1225. as we make the short drive to San Antonio, Music Row. Tonight, join us for a southern Coca Cola home of the Alamo. A blend of Spanish, meal & Music City Roots! Hotel ( D) Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 6:00pm.

Mexican & American culture San Antonio • Dinner & Music City Roots show DAY 12: Atlanta to Orlando . ● Munch departure. is full of history. On arrival join us for a Hello Mickey! We say goodbye to For more ways to save see p.9. Today is yours to walking tour taking in Market Square, DAY 10: Nashville . Atlanta today as we travel through the For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see the largest Mexican Market outside explore Nashville. Opt for an insider’s tour state of Georgia en route to Orlando, contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.78. of Mexico, then on to San Fernando of the Country Music Hall of Fame & a America’s most visited city, where your Please note: You must be 21 to taste at the JD Distillery. Cathedral & the Alamo. This afternoon visit to Music Row with a guided tour of trip ends on arrival. (B) stroll along the Riverwalk lined with shops & restaurants; grab a bite & a brew & chill out. Hotel (B) LIMITED EDITION • Walking tour PRESENTS • Visit the Alamo • San Antonio Mission • River Walk DAY 4: San Antonio to Houston . Channel your inner cowboy & opt to DEPARTURES join in on a trail ride this morning before departing to cosmopolitan Houston. Start Finish Total Dallas Orlando Cost But don’t be fooled, Houston may be A$ pp the biggest city in Texas but you still 2018 experience the quintessential Texas May 22 Jun 2 3275 Jul 31 Aug 11 3275 honky-tonk complete with cowboy hats Texan BBQ & oversize belt buckles. Hotel (B, D) M Trail Ride DAY 5: Houston to New Orleans . This trip is even more appetising when you Leave the boots behind as we scoot on choose to travel on one of our 2 special over to New Orleans. Let the good times Limited Edition Munch departures. Same great roll as we take you sightseeing through highlights, inclusions and good times just a little the stunning French influenced city, & bit tastier. Munch is a food safari unlike any the birthplace of jazz music. Hotel (B) other. We’re talking Texan BBQ, fried chicken, • See the French Quarter, Po Boys, plus food & drink centric experiences Jackson Square & the French that include a tour of Austin’s best street food Market and a cooking masterclass that will see you DAY 6: New Orleans . With a free day whipping up Gumbo, Jambalaya and creole to simmer in the warm & soulful culture creations. See p.23 for more details. of “The Big Easy”, meander through the French Quarter, feast on Southern cuisine, feel the spell of voodoo & this evening, get dancing on Bourbon Street. Hotel (B) WWW.CONTIKI.COM/MUNCH-USA-CANADA M Air Boat Swamp tour

USA & CANADA 2017-19 35 WILD WESTERN + SKI OR BOARD LAKE TAHOE

WHY THIS TRIP? Days spent hiking and biking around the Grand Canyon & Yosemite National Park. Sunsets spent in cool CA beach bars and evenings spent on Las Vegas party buses. We know you want to do it all, so the question is are you ready for the Wild West?

SAN FRANCISCO NEVADA 3

Yosemite N.P. BASS 2 LAKE

Route 66 2 CALIFORNIA LAS GRAND Mojave VEGAS 2 CANYON Desert

#WILDWESTERN 1 LOS ANGELES Sedona ARIZONA SAN DIEGO 2 1 PHOENIXPHOENIX Sonoran Places visited Desert 1 Nightstops 1 1 or more nights at Special Stays 2 World Heritage sites visited

36 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/WILD-WEST SAN FRANCISCO 14 DAYS · 3 STATES · FROM A$2845 PP* A$204 P/DAY*

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW HIGH ENERGY

13 14

NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI Special stay: 2 nights 8 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Hot air balloon fl ight in Phoenix • Go loco as you feast on Available on all at The Pines Resort 6 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M California Academy of Sciences traditional Mexican cuisine Contiki coaches overlooking Bass Lake Modern, air-conditioned coach M Experience the High Roller in • Entry into Grand Canyon 9 nights in twin-share hotels with powerpoints for charging Las Vegas National Park 2 nights lodge See p.78 for more M Snowmobile ride (Ski Tahoe option) • Party bus in Las Vegas

YOUR TRIP PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$350

HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Los Angeles . Meet up with • Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim DAY 10: Yosemite National Park . your Contiki Team this morning & get • Watch a spectacular sunset & frame Enjoy the natural beauty of Yosemite – CODE: WWAW/WWIN 2017-19 an insider’s look at LA. Cruise down up some shots at a panoramic mountains, rock formations, meadows, Start Finish Total Start Finish Total star-studded Hollywood Boulevard & the viewpoint waterfalls & wild flowers. Hike or bike Los San Cost Los San Cost Sunset Strip. Shop ‘til you drop or just chill M Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon around the valley floor & explore. (B) Angeles Francisco A$ pp* Angeles Francisco A$ pp* amongst the sunny beach community of (seasonal) Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort 2017 2018 Santa Monica & then get into the vibrant May 16 ✚ May 29 3465 May 15 May 28 3535 DAY 7: Grand Canyon to Las Vegas . • Relax in the stunning mountain May 23 ✚ Jun 5 3465 May 22 Jun 4 3535 energy of Venice Beach’s boardwalk. paradise of Bass Lake – swim, soak up Jun 13 ✚ Jun 26 3465 Jun 5 Jun 18 3535 Get your kicks on Route 66 on the way to Jul 11 ✚ Jul 24 3465 Jun 12 Jun 25 3535 Hotel (D) some sun & enjoy water sports Jul 18 ✚ Jul 31 3465 Jun 19 Jul 2 3535 the bright lights of legendary Las Vegas. Jul 25 ✚ Aug 7 3465 Jun 26 Jul 9 3535 • See Mann’s Chinese Theater & the Hotel (D) (seasonal/optional) Aug 1 ✚ Aug 14 3465 Jul 3 Jul 16 3535 “Walk of Fame” See Yosemite’s famous rock Aug 8 ✚ Aug 21 3465 Jul 10 Jul 23 3535 Stop for photos & souvenirs on Route 66 • Aug 15 ✚ Aug 28 3465 Jul 17 Jul 30 3535 Drive along famous Sunset Strip • formations, El Capitan & Aug 22 ✚ Sep 4 3465 Jul 24 Aug 6 3535 • Evening tour of the famous Vegas Aug 29 ✚ Sep 11 3465 Jul 31 Aug 13 3535 Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach • Half Dome ✚ • ‘Strip’ Sep 5 Sep 18 3465 Aug 7 Aug 20 3535 See Beverly Hills Entry into Yosemite National Park Sep 12 ✚ Sep 25 3465 Aug 14 Aug 27 3535 • Visit Fremont Street • Sep 19 ✚ Oct 2 3465 Aug 21 Sep 3 3535 • See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Sep 26 ✚ Oct 9 3295 Aug 28 Sep 10 3535 DAY 2: Los Angeles to San Diego . M Club Promoter pass – entry into Las • Oct 3 ✚ Oct 16 3295 Sep 4 Sep 17 3535 Falls (seasonal) Oct 10 ✚ Oct 23 3195 Sep 11 Sep 24 3535 We head south to San Diego & tap into Vegas hot spots Oct 17 ✚ Oct 30 3195 Sep 18 Oct 1 3535 the ‘California Dream’ on a tour through DAY 11: Bass Lake to San Francisco . Oct 24 ✚ Nov 6 3195 Sep 25 Oct 8 3535 DAY 8: Las Vegas . Be part of the Vegas Oct 31 ✚ Nov 13 3195 Oct 2 Oct 15 3355 the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Head out of the mountains & into one of Nov 7 ✚ Nov 20 3195 Oct 9 Oct 22 3255 buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax Nov 14 ✚ Nov 27 3195 Oct 16 Oct 29 3255 Tonight, party at a hip downtown club or America’s most colourful & chilled cities. ✚ & work on your tan poolside, or hit up Sin Nov 21 Dec 4 3195 Oct 23 Nov 5 3255 chill out at a cool beach bar. Hotel Catch awesome bay views as you cross Nov 28 ✚ Dec 11 3195 Oct 30 Nov 12 3255 City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B) Dec 5 ✝▼ Dec 18 2845 Nov 6 Nov 19 3255 Drive through the O.C. (Orange the Oakland Bay & Golden Gate bridges. Dec 12 ✝▼ Dec 25 2845 Nov 13 Nov 26 3255 • Experience some of the world’s largest Dec 19 ✝●✱ Jan 1 3189 Nov 20 Dec 3 3255 County) & along the scenic • Hotel (B) Dec 26 ✝■▼Jan 8 2845 Nov 27 Dec 10 3255 hotels & casinos Dec 4 ✝ Dec 17 3155 Pacific Coast Cross the Golden Gate Bridge 2018 ✝ Non-stop nightlife • Dec 11 Dec 24 3155 See Downtown San Diego, the • See North Beach, Chinatown, Jan 2 ✝▼ Jan 15 2845 Dec 18 ✝▲ Dec 31 3385 • Party bus • Jan 9 ✝▼ Jan 22 2845 Dec 25 ✝◆ Jan 7 3155 Gaslamp Quarter & Coronado Island • Golden Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury Jan 16 ✝▼ Jan 29 2845 M See a Cirque du Soleil show Jan 23 ✝▼ Feb 5 2845 2019 Panoramic view of the city’s skyline & the city’s iconic cable cars Jan 30 ✝▼ Feb 12 2845 Jan 1 ✝ Jan 14 3155 • Feb 6 ✝▼ Feb 19 2845 Jan 8 ✝ Jan 21 3155 from Coronado Bridge DAY 9: Las Vegas to Bass Lake . Say • Visit Fisherman’s Wharf Feb 13 ✝▼ Feb 26 2845 Jan 15 ✝ Jan 28 3155 M goodbye to the party in the desert & hello Feb 20 ✝▼ Mar 5 2845 Jan 22 ✝ Feb 4 3155 Speedboat adventure M Sunset catamaran cruise Feb 27 ✝▼ Mar 12 2845 Jan 29 ✝ Feb 11 3155 to outdoor adventures awaiting you in the Mar 6 ✝▼ Mar 19 2845 Feb 5 ✝ Feb 18 3155 DAY 3: San Diego . Discover the city your DAYS 12 - 13: San Francisco . Mar 13 ✝▼ Mar 26 2845 Feb 12 ✝ Feb 25 3155 Sierra Nevada Mountains. (D) Apr 3 Apr 16 3435 Feb 19 ✝ Mar 4 3155 way. With 70 miles of beaches, a world- There’s so much to do in this beautiful & Apr 10 Apr 23 3435 Feb 26 ✝ Mar 11 3155 famous zoo, sailors & surfers, endless Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort cosmopolitan city for two full days. Ride Apr 17 Apr 30 3535 Mar 5 ✝ Mar 18 3155 Drive past Joshua trees – the famous Apr 24 May 7 3535 Mar 12 ✝ Mar 25 3155 shopping & a Mediterranean climate this • the historic cable cars, hit the streets by May 8 May 21 3535 place is paradise. Hotel (B, D) symbol of the Mojave Desert bike, shop in Union Square, feel the hippie • Visit Mission Beach (weather vibe in Haight-Ashbury, tour notorious THE FINER DETAILS dependent) DAY 9 - 11: Ski or board at Lake Alcatraz Island, or stroll through Golden Visit Old Town San Diego Tahoe. If you’re travelling between Gate Park. Hotel (B)( D) * Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in Bass • Lake with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we • Mexican feast December - March, this trip packs in • North Beach walking tour can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. three fun-filled days of snow sports Chinatown dinner M Visit San Diego Zoo • Visit contiki.com for additional departures. action at Lake Tahoe (instead of M Bike the bay ✚ WWAW : Summer single room supplement of A$1289. DAY 4: San Diego to Phoenix . Leave Yosemite) and 2 nights in San Francisco. DAY 14: San Francisco . This morning ▼ the beach behind & head toward Phoenix, Look for departures marked in the price WWIN : Winter single room supplement of A$1205. your trip ends & it’s time to say farewell a metropolitan desert oasis. With 300 panel on this page (WWIN). (D)(B)( B) ✱ WWIN: Winter peak single room supplement for 2017 of A$1595. days of sunshine a year this resort town to your new friends. WWAW : Summer single room supplement of A$1435. heats it up – grab a cocktail & chill WWIN : Winter single room supplement of A$1509. poolside! Hotel (B) SEDONA ✝ These trips stay 3 nights in Lake Tahoe & 2 nights in San • Scenic drive through Cleveland Francisco. For these trips use code WWIN. National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert Trip starts 7:30am in LA & ends San Fran 11:00am. & Sonoran Desert ● Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas & New Year’s Eve in San Francisco. DAY 5: Phoenix to the Grand Canyon . ■ Trip spends New Year’s Eve at The Grand Canyon. Travel from the ‘Valley of the Sun’ to the ▲ Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas. iconic Grand Canyon, stopping along the ◆ Trip spends Xmas in LA & New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas. way in Sedona, a charming town in the heart of ‘Red-Rock Country’. Lodge (B, D) • Shop for Native American jewellery MORE LA • See Bell Rock, Snoopy Rock & Chapel of the Holy Cross Combine this trip with an LA Explorer trip, giving you more time to • Drive through beautiful Oak Creek see LA, hit the shops & visit Disney’s theme parks. More on p.76. Canyon • Entry into Grand Canyon National Park M 4WD Jeep tour DAY 6: Grand Canyon National Park . MIX + MATCH Take in this epic place today, a camera is a must. Hike, walk, or maybe opt for a Got more time? Combine this trip & see more! This trip connects with the Grand Southern p.28-29 or Southern Adventure p.30- helicopter flight for an up close experience 31. Plus you’ll also save A$50 with our multi-trip discount. See p.9. with this natural wonder. Lodge (B)

USA & CANADA 2017-19 37 LA TO THE BAY + SKI OR BOARD LAKE TAHOE

WHY THIS TRIP? An 11-day rollercoaster taking you all the way from sunny LA, through the depths of the Grand Canyon and ending in the beautiful bay of San Francisco. Strap in and get ready for a journey full of party buses, panoramic views, local cuisines and San NEVADA iconic sights. Francisco

Yosemite National Park BASS 2 LAKE

Route 66 2 CALIFORNIA LAS GRAND Mojave VEGAS 2 CANYON Desert 1 LOS ANGELES Sedona ARIZONA SAN DIEGO 2 1 PHOENIXPHOENIX Places visited Sonoran 1 Nightstops Desert 1 1 or more nights at Special Stays 2 World Heritage sites visited

PP* P/DAY* 11 DAYS · 3 STATES FROM A$2485 A$226 PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$299 HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Los Angeles . Meet up with your DAY 9: Las Vegas to Bass Lake . Say Contiki Team this morning & get an insider’s hello to outdoor adventures in the Sierra CODE: WWAF/WWLA 2017-19 WHAT YOU NEED look at LA. Hotel (D) Nevada Mountains. (D) Start Finish Total Start Finish Total TO KNOW • Drive along famous Sunset Strip & see Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Los San Cost Los San Cost Beverly Hills Angeles Francisco A$ pp* Angeles Francisco A$ pp* Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach NIGHTS • DAY 9 - 11: Ski or board at Lake 2017 2018 Special Stay: 2 nights at If you’re travelling between May 16 ✚ May 26 2755 May 15 May 25 2995 DAY 2: Los Angeles to San Diego . We Tahoe. May 23 ✚ Jun 2 2755 May 22 Jun 1 2995 The Pines Resort overlooking head south to San Diego & tour through the December - March, this trip packs in Jun 13 ✚ Jun 23 2755 Jun 5 Jun 15 2995 10 Bass Lake Jul 11 ✚ Jul 21 2755 Jun 12 Jun 22 2995 city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Hotel three fun-filled days of snow sports Jul 18 ✚ Jul 28 2755 Jun 19 Jun 29 2995 6 nights in twin-share hotels action at Lake Tahoe (instead of Jul 25 ✚ Aug 4 2755 Jun 26 Jul 6 2995 • See Downtown San Diego Aug 1 ✚ Aug 11 2755 Jul 3 Jul 13 2995 2 nights in twin-share lodge Yosemite) making this a 12 day trip. Aug 8 ✚ Aug 18 2755 Jul 10 Jul 20 2995 DAY 3: San Diego . With 70 miles Aug 15 ✚ Aug 25 2755 Jul 17 Jul 27 2995 Look for departures marked in the price Aug 22 ✚ Sep 1 2755 Jul 24 Aug 3 2995 INCLUDED MEALS of beaches, a world-famous zoo & a panel on this page (WWLA). (D)( B)( B) Aug 29 ✚ Sep 8 2755 Jul 31 Aug 10 2995 12 7 breakfasts (B), Mediterranean climate this place is paradise. Sep 5 ✚ Sep 15 2755 Aug 7 Aug 17 2995 Sep 12 ✚ Sep 22 2755 Aug 14 Aug 24 2995 5 dinners (D) Hotel (B, D) Sep 19 ✚ Sep 29 2755 Aug 21 Aug 31 2995 DAY 10: Yosemite National Park . Enjoy Sep 26 ✚ Oct 6 2755 Aug 28 Sep 7 2995 Mexican feast Oct 3 ✚ Oct 13 2565 Sep 4 Sep 14 2995 INCLUSIONS • the natural beauty of Yosemite. (B) Oct 10 ✚ Oct 20 2485 Sep 11 Sep 21 2995 Leave Oct 17 ✚ Oct 27 2485 Sep 18 Sep 28 2995 See p.78 for more info on DAY 4: San Diego to Phoenix . Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Oct 24 ✚ Nov 3 2485 Sep 25 Oct 5 2995 our standard inclusions. the beach behind & head toward Phoenix. Oct 31 ✚ Nov 10 2485 Oct 2 Oct 12 2789 DAY 11: Bass Lake to San Francisco . Nov 7 ✚ Nov 17 2485 Oct 9 Oct 19 2699 Hotel (B) Nov 14 ✚ Nov 24 2485 Oct 16 Oct 26 2699 ME TIME OPTIONALS Catch awesome bay views as you cross the Nov 21 ✚ Dec 1 2485 Oct 23 Nov 2 2699 Nov 28 ✚ Dec 8 2485 Oct 30 Nov 9 2699 M Explore San Diego Zoo DAY 5: Phoenix to the Grand Canyon . Golden Gate bridge. Your adventure ends Dec 5 ✝▼ Dec 16 2489 Nov 6 Nov 16 2699 Travel from the ‘Valley of the Sun’ to the on arrival to the hotel. (B) Dec 12 ✝▼ Dec 23 2489 Nov 13 Nov 23 2699 M San Diego speedboat Dec 19 ✝●✱Dec 30 2825 Nov 20 Nov 30 2699 adventure iconic Grand Canyon, stopping along the Dec 26 ✝■▼Jan 6 2489 Nov 27 Dec 7 2699 way in Sedona. Lodge (B, D) Please Note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm. Dec 4 ✝ Dec 15 2805 M Heli fl ight over the Grand 2018 Dec 11 ✝ Dec 22 2805 Entry into Grand Canyon National Park Jan 2 ✝▼ Jan 13 2489 Dec 18 ✝▲ Dec 29 2995 Canyon • Jan 9 ✝▼ Jan 20 2489 Dec 25 ✝◆ Jan 5 2805 M Please note: Jan 16 ✝▼ Jan 27 M 4WD jeep tour in Sedona Hot air balloon flight 2489 2019 WWAF: Summer single room supplement of A$925. Jan 23 ✝▼ Feb 3 2489 DAY 6: Grand Canyon National Park . Jan 30 ✝▼ Feb 10 2489 Jan 1 ✝ Jan 12 2805 NO REGRETS WWLA: Winter single room supplement of A$1195. Feb 6 ✝▼ Feb 17 2489 Jan 8 ✝ Jan 19 2805 Hike, walk, or maybe opt for a helicopter Feb 13 ✝▼ Feb 24 2489 Jan 15 ✝ Jan 26 2805 EXPERIENCES flight for an up-close experience with this ✝ These trips stay 3 nights in Lake Tahoe & end Feb 20 ✝▼ Mar 3 2489 Jan 22 ✝ Feb 2 2805 on arrival to San Francisco at 5:00pm. Feb 27 ✝▼ Mar 10 2489 Jan 29 ✝ Feb 9 2805 • See Mann’s Chinese natural wonder. Lodge (B) Mar 6 ✝▼ Mar 17 2489 Feb 5 ✝ Feb 16 2805 Theater & the “Walk Trip starts 7:30am & ends 5.00pm. Mar 13 ✝▼ Mar 24 2489 Feb 12 ✝ Feb 23 2805 Apr 3 Apr 13 2939 Feb 19 ✝ Mar 2 2805 of Fame” DAY 7: Grand Canyon to Las Vegas . ● Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas. Apr 10 Apr 20 2939 Feb 26 ✝ Mar 9 2805 ✝ #LATOTHEBAY ■ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in the Grand Canyon. Apr 17 Apr 27 2995 Mar 5 Mar 16 2805 • Visit Old Town San Diego Get your kicks on Route 66 on the way to Apr 24 May 4 2995 Mar 12 ✝ Mar 23 2805 • Cross the Golden Gate the bright lights of legendary Las Vegas. ▲ Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas. May 8 May 18 2995 ◆ Bridge Hotel (D) Trip spends Xmas in LA & New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas. Entry into Yosemite Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ * Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in Bass • • Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our National Park M Club Promoter pass Lake with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we 14-day Wild Western trip. When you jump can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Be part of the Vegas aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other FREE WIFI DAY 8: Las Vegas . Visit contiki.com for additional departures. buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’. travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s Available on all ✚ WWAF: Summer single room supplement of A$739. Hotel (B) world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you Contiki coaches ▼ WWLA: Winter single room supplement of A$1029. Party bus see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new • addition to the wolf pack. ✱ WWLA: Winter peak single room supplement for 2017 of A$1335. M See a Cirque du Soleil show

38 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/LA-BAY VENICE CALIFORNIA HIGH ENERGY HIGHLIGHTS + SKI OR BOARD LAKE TAHOE

WHY THIS TRIP? Mountains, deserts, waterfalls, skiing, culture, partying & sightseeing – this trip has it all. Travelling across two states, exploring three incredible destinations, this really will be a week to remember.

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Yosemite National Park BASS 2 LAKE LAS VEGAS 1 CALIFORNIA Places visited Mojave 1 Nightstops Desert 1 1 or more nights at Special Stays 1 World Heritage site visited

PP* P/DAY* 7 DAYS · 2 STATES FROM A$1355 A$194 PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$180 HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Las Vegas . Meet your Trip America’s most colourful & chilled cities. Manager this afternoon & tonight be part of Catch awesome bay views as you cross CODE: WWAV/WWCA 2017-19 WHAT YOU NEED the Vegas buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’ the Oakland Bay & Golden Gate bridges. Start Finish Total Start Finish Total TO KNOW & hit up Sin City’s party hot spots! Hotel Hotel (B) Las San Cost Las San Cost • Experience some of the world’s largest • Cross the Golden Gate Bridge Vegas Francisco A$ pp* Vegas Francisco A$ pp* hotels & casinos See North Beach, Chinatown, Golden NIGHTS • 2017 2018 Special Stay: 2 nights at • Party bus Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury, & the city’s May 23 ✚ May 29 1525 May 1 May 7 1675 Non-stop nightlife iconic cable cars May 30 ✚ Jun 5 1525 May 15 May 21 1675 6 The Pines Resort overlooking • Jun 13 ✚ Jun 19 1525 May 22 May 28 1675 M See a Cirque du Soleil show Visit Fisherman’s Wharf Jun 20 ✚ Jun 26 1525 May 29 Jun 4 1675 Bass Lake & 4 nights in • Jun 27 ✚ Jul 3 1525 Jun 12 Jun 18 1675 twin-share hotels M Sunset catamaran cruise Jul 4 ✚ Jul 10 1525 Jun 19 Jun 25 1675 DAY 2: Las Vegas to Bass Lake . Say Jul 11 ✚ Jul 17 1525 Jun 26 Jul 2 1675 goodbye to the party in the desert & hello DAYS 5 - 6: San Francisco . There’s so Jul 18 ✚ Jul 24 1525 Jul 3 Jul 9 1675 Jul 25 ✚ Jul 31 1525 Jul 10 Jul 16 1675 to outdoor adventures awaiting you in the much to do in this beautiful & cosmopolitan Aug 1 ✚ Aug 7 1525 Jul 17 Jul 23 1675 INCLUDED MEALS Sierra Nevada Mountains. (D) city for two full days. Ride the historic cable Aug 8 ✚ Aug 14 1525 Jul 24 Jul 30 1675 3 breakfasts (B), Aug 15 ✚ Aug 21 1525 Jul 31 Aug 6 1675 5 cars, hit the streets by bike, shop in Union Aug 22 ✚ Aug 28 1525 Aug 7 Aug 13 1675 2 dinners (D) Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Aug 29 ✚ Sep 4 1525 Aug 14 Aug 20 1675 Drive past Joshua trees – the famous Square, feel the hippie vibe in Haight- Sep 5 ✚ Sep 11 1525 Aug 21 Aug 27 1675 • Sep 12 ✚ Sep 18 1525 Aug 28 Sep 3 1675 symbol of the Mojave Desert Ashbury, tour notorious Alcatraz Island, or Sep 19 ✚ Sep 25 1525 Sep 4 Sep 10 1675 stroll through Golden Gate Park Hotel (B, D) Sep 26 ✚ Oct 2 1525 Sep 11 Sep 17 1675 INCLUSIONS Oct 3 ✚ Oct 9 1455 Sep 18 Sep 24 1675 See p.78 for more info on North Beach walking tour Oct 10 ✚ Oct 16 1415 Sep 25 Oct 1 1675 DAYS 2 - 4: Ski or board at Lake • Oct 17 ✚ Oct 23 1355 Oct 2 Oct 8 1595 our standard inclusions. If you’re travelling between Chinatown dinner Oct 24 ✚ Oct 30 1355 Oct 9 Oct 15 1545 Tahoe • Oct 31 ✚ Nov 6 1355 Oct 16 Oct 22 1485 December - March, this trip packs in M Bike the Bay Nov 7 ✚ Nov 13 1355 Oct 23 Oct 29 1485 three fun-filled days of snow sports M California Academy of Science Nov 14 ✚ Nov 20 1355 Oct 30 Nov 5 1485 ME TIME OPTIONALS Nov 21 ✚ Nov 27 1355 Nov 6 Nov 12 1485 action at Lake Tahoe (instead of Nov 28 ✚ Dec 4 1355 Nov 13 Nov 19 1485 M Bike the Bay, San DAY 7: San Francisco . This morning your Dec 5 ✚ Dec 11 1355 Nov 20 Nov 26 1485 Yosemite). Look for departures marked trip ends & it’s time to say farewell to your Dec 12 ✝▼ Dec 18 1439 Nov 27 Dec 3 1485 Francisco Dec 19 ✝▼ Dec 25 1439 Dec 4 Dec 10 1485 in the price panel on this page (WWCA). ✝●✱ ✝ new friends. Dec 26 Jan 1 1729 Dec 11 Dec 17 1555 #CALIFORNIAHIGHLIGHTS M Cirque du Soleil show, Dec 18 ✝ Dec 24 1555 (D)( B)( B) 2018 Dec 25 ✝■ Dec 31 1805 Las Vegas Jan 2 ✝▼ Jan 8 1439 M Sunset catamaran cruise, Jan 9 ✝▼ Jan 15 1439 2019 Please note: Jan 16 ✝▼ Jan 22 1439 Jan 1 ✝ Jan 7 1555 San Francisco DAY 3: Yosemite National Park . Enjoy Jan 23 ✝▼ Jan 29 1439 Jan 8 ✝ Jan 14 1555 the natural beauty of Yosemite – mountains, WWAV: Summer single room supplement of A$569. Jan 30 ✝▼ Feb 5 1439 Jan 15 ✝ Jan 21 1555 Feb 6 ✝▼ Feb 12 1439 Jan 22 ✝ Jan 28 1555 rock formations, meadows, waterfalls & wild WWCA: Winter single room supplement of A$675. Feb 13 ✝▼ Feb 19 1439 Jan 29 ✝ Feb 4 1555 ✝ These trips stay 3 nights in Lake Tahoe & 2 Feb 20 ✝▼ Feb 26 1439 Feb 5 ✝ Feb 11 1555 NO REGRETS flowers. Hike or bike around the valley floor Feb 27 ✝▼ Mar 5 1439 Feb 12 ✝ Feb 18 1555 EXPERIENCES & explore. (B) nights in San Francisco. For these trips use Mar 6 ✝▼ Mar 12 1439 Feb 19 ✝ Feb 25 1555 code WWCA. Mar 13 ✝▼ Mar 19 1439 Feb 26 ✝ Mar 4 1555 • Party bus in Las Vegas Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Mar 20 ✝▼ Mar 26 1439 Mar 5 ✝ Mar 11 1555 Trip starts 4:00pm in Las Vegas & ends 11:00am Apr 10 Apr 16 1625 Mar 12 ✝ Mar 18 1555 • Entry into Yosemite Relax in the stunning mountain paradise in San Francisco. Apr 17 Apr 23 1675 Mar 19 ✝ Mar 25 1555 • Apr 24 Apr 30 National Park of Bass Lake – swim, soak up some sun & ● Trip spends New Year’s Eve in San Francisco. 1675 • Chinatown dinner & enjoy watersports (seasonal/optional) ■ Trip spends Xmas in LA. Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in Bass walking tour Entry into Yosemite National Park Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our * • Lake with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we See Yosemite’s famous rock formations, 14-day Wild Western trip. When you jump • can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. El Capitan & Half Dome aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other Visit contiki.com for additional departures. FREE WIFI • See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Falls travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s Available on all (seasonal) world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you ✚ WWAV: Summer single room supplement of A$525. Contiki coaches see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new ▼ WWCA: Winter single room supplement of A$589. DAY 4: Bass Lake to San Francisco . addition to the wolf pack. ✱ WWCA: Winter peak single room supplement for 2017 of A$895. Head out of the mountains & into one of

LAS VEGAS CONTIKI.COM/CALIFORNIA USA & CANADA 2017-19 39 WESTERn HIGHLIGHTS

WHY THIS TRIP? Start in LA and end in Las Vegas. Nine days, three states, fi ve epic locations with one killer ending - Vegas baby! Get ready for the likes of San Diego, Sonoran Desert, Phoenix, the Grand Canyon, Route 66, & Vegas to take over your Instagram account. We like.

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A Jul 18 ✚ Jul 26 2335 Jul 3 Jul 11 2545 9 5 breakfasts (B), Jul 25 ✚ Aug 2 2335 Jul 10 Jul 18 2545 DAY 2: Los Angeles to San Diego . We camera is a must today! Hike, walk, or maybe Aug 1 ✚ Aug 9 2335 Jul 17 Jul 25 2545 4 dinners (D) opt for a helicopter flight for an up-close Aug 8 ✚ Aug 16 2335 Jul 24 Aug 1 2545 head south to San Diego & tap into the Aug 15 ✚ Aug 23 2335 Jul 31 Aug 8 2545 experience with this natural wonder. Lodge (B) Aug 22 ✚ Aug 30 2335 Aug 7 Aug 15 2545 ‘California Dream’ on a tour through the Aug 29 ✚ Sep 6 2335 Aug 14 Aug 22 2545 InCLUSIOnS city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Tonight, Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim Sep 5 ✚ Sep 13 2335 Aug 21 Aug 29 2545 See p.78 for more info on • Sep 12 ✚ Sep 20 2335 Aug 28 Sep 5 2545 party at a hip downtown club or chill at a • Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up Sep 19 ✚ Sep 27 2335 Sep 4 Sep 12 2545 our standard inclusions. some shots at a panoramic viewpoint Sep 26 ✚ Oct 4 2135 Sep 11 Sep 19 2545 cool beach bar. Hotel Oct 3 ✚ Oct 11 2095 Sep 18 Sep 26 2545 M Helicopter flight Oct 10 ✚ Oct 18 2095 Sep 25 Oct 3 2545 Drive through the O.C. (Orange County) Oct 17 ✚ Oct 25 1969 Oct 2 Oct 10 2279 ME TIME OPTIOnALS • Oct 24 ✚ Nov 1 1969 Oct 9 Oct 17 2279 & along the scenic Pacific Coast DAY 7: Grand Canyon to Las Vegas . Oct 31 ✚ Nov 8 1969 Oct 16 Oct 24 2279 M Surfi ng lessons in See Downtown San Diego, the Gaslamp Get your kicks on Route 66 on the way to Nov 7 ✚ Nov 15 1969 Oct 23 Oct 31 2279 San Diego • Nov 14 ✚ Nov 22 1969 Oct 30 Nov 7 2279 Quarter & Coronado Island legendary Las Vegas. Hotel (D) Nov 21 ✚ Nov 29 1969 Nov 6 Nov 14 2279 M Hot air balloon fl ight Nov 28 ✚ Dec 6 1969 Nov 13 Nov 21 2279 • Panoramic view of the city’s skyline Stop for photos & souvenirs on Route 66 Dec 5 ✝✚ Dec 13 1969 Nov 20 Nov 28 2279 in Phoenix from Coronado Bridge • Dec 12 ✝✚ Dec 20 1969 Nov 27 Dec 5 2279 • Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ Dec 19 ✝●✚Dec 27 1969 Dec 4 ✝ Dec 12 2165 M Bike the Rim of the Grand M Speedboat adventure Visit Fremont Street Dec 26 ✝■✚Jan 3 1969 Dec 11 ✝ Dec 19 2165 Canyon (seasonal) • Dec 18 ✝▲ Dec 26 2165 M Club Promoter pass - entry into Las Vegas 2018 Dec 25 ✝◆ Jan 2 2165 DAY 3: San Diego . Discover the city Jan 2 ✝✚ Jan 10 1969 #WESTERnHIGHLIGHTS M Experience the “High your way with a free day. With 70 miles of hot spots Jan 9 ✝✚ Jan 17 1969 2019 Roller” in Las Vegas Jan 16 ✝✚ Jan 24 1969 Jan 1 ✝ Jan 9 2165 beaches, sailors & surfers, endless shopping DAY 8: Las Vegas . Be part of the Vegas Jan 23 ✝✚ Jan 31 1969 Jan 8 ✝ Jan 16 2165 Jan 30 ✝✚ Feb 7 1969 Jan 15 ✝ Jan 23 2165 & a Mediterranean climate this place is buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax & Feb 6 ✝✚ Feb 14 1969 Jan 22 ✝ Jan 30 2165 nO REGRETS Feb 13 ✝✚ Feb 21 1969 Jan 29 ✝ Feb 6 2165 paradise. Hotel (B, D) work on your tan poolside, or hit up Sin City’s Feb 20 ✝✚ Feb 28 1969 Feb 5 ✝ Feb 13 2165 EXPERIEnCES Mexican feast party hot spots. Hotel (B) Feb 27 ✝✚ Mar 7 1969 Feb 12 ✝ Feb 20 2165 Go loco as you feast on • Mar 6 ✝✚ Mar 14 1969 Feb 19 ✝ Feb 27 2165 • Visit Old Town San Diego Party Bus Mar 13 ✝✚ Mar 21 1969 Feb 26 ✝ Mar 6 2165 traditional Mexican • • Apr 3 Apr 11 2479 Mar 5 ✝ Mar 13 2165 Visit Mission Beach (weather dependent) M See a Cirque du Soleil show Apr 10 Apr 18 2479 Mar 12 ✝ Mar 20 2165 cuisine • Apr 17 Apr 25 M Visit San Diego Zoo 2545 • Entry into Grand DAY 9: Las Vegas . This morning your trip ends, say farewell to your new friends. * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we Canyon National Park DAY 4: San Diego to Phoenix . Leave the can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. • Party bus in Las Vegas beach behind & head toward Phoenix, a Visit contiki.com for additional departures. metropolitan desert oasis. With 300 days of Please note: ✚ Single room supplement of A$755. sunshine a year this resort town heats it up – ▲ Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas. Single room supplement of A$919. FREE WIFI grab a cocktail & chill poolside! Hotel (B) ◆ Trip spends Xmas in LA & New Year’s Eve in ✝ For these trips use code WWWH. Available on all Scenic drive through Cleveland National Las Vegas. Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. Contiki coaches • Got more time? Check out our Wild Western ● Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas. 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WHY THIS TRIP? Hold onto your hats guys, this is one awesome adventure for all you long time travellers. A whopping 55 days full of EVERYTHING. Rollercoasters, waterfalls, museums, food, dancing, culture…

QUEBEC CITY 2 QUEBEC MONTREAL 2 MONTANA MAINE ONTARIO Yellowstone NEW National Park MINNESOTA IDAHO HAMPSHIRE TORONTO CODY SOUTH DAKOTA WISCONSIN 3 BOSTON 2 2 MT. RUSHMORE MASSACHUSETTS NEW YORK Grand Teton Badlands SIOUX Niagara New Haven TETON VALLEY 1 National Park 2 N.P. Falls Custer FALLS CONNECTICUT State Park MADISON 1 Milwaukee PENNSYLVANIA 4 WYOMING 1 NEW YORK 1 CLEVELAND SALT 2 Philadelphia NEW LAKE 1 CHICAGO OHIO JERSEY CITY WASHINGTON DC 3 DELAWARE UTAH ILLINOIS INDIANA MARYLAND COLORADO NEVADA Bryce Canyon National Park Richmond CALIFORNIA Zion N.P. VIRGINIA LAS VEGAS 2 KANAB 1 DURANGO 5 Grand Monument RALEIGH 1 Canyon Valley Route N.P. 66 Santa Fe Mojave 2 N.CAROLINA Desert TENNESSEE Los Angeles GRAND MEMPHIS CANYON 1 2 S.CAROLINA ALBUQUERQUE 1 AMARILLO Little Rock GEORGIA Charleston ARIZONA NEW MEXICO ARKANSAS MISSISSIPPI Jackson ALABAMA SAVANNAH 1

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Los Angeles to Las Vegas . DAY 13: New Orleans . Hotel (B) DAY 30: New York to Boston . Hotel (D) • Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street Hotel (B, D) CODE: LALA 2018 Evening tour of the world-famous ‘Strip’ M Visit New Haven, Connecticut - home • Air boat swamp tour • Start Finish Total Start Finish Total • Visit Fremont Street & see the DAY 14: New Orleans to Panama City of prestigious Yale University Los Los Cost Los Los Cost light-&-laser show Beach . Hotel (B, D) • See Boston Common, Quincy Angeles Angeles A$ pp* Angeles Angeles A$ pp* M Club Promoter pass – entry into Las Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original 2018 2018 Vegas hot spots DAY 15: Panama City Beach to ‘Cheers’ Bar Apr 12 Jun 5 12875 Jun 28 Aug 21 12875 Orlando . Hotel (B) Apr 26 Jun 19 12875 Jul 12 Sep 4 12875 DAY 2: Las Vegas . Hotel (B) DAY 31: Boston . Hotel (B) May 10 Jul 3 12875 Jul 19 Sep 11 12875 May 24 Jul 17 12875 Jul 26 Sep 18 12875 • Experience some of the world’s DAY 16: Orlando . Hotel (B) • Walk the historic Freedom Trail Jun 7 Jul 31 12875 Aug 2 Sep 25 12875 largest casinos • One-way transfers to the amusement • Visit Harvard University Jun 21 Aug 14 12875 Aug 16 Oct 9 12875 Non-stop nightlife parks • DAY 32: Boston to Quebec City . Party bus THE FINER DETAILS • DAY 17: Orlando to Miami . Hotel (B, D) Hotel (B) M See a Cirque du Soleil show • See Downtown Miami • Scenic drive through Maine & across * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we DAY 3: Las Vegas to the Grand • Cuban dinner the US/Canadian border can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Canyon . Hotel (D) M Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Ride Thriller & see the lifestyles of the DAY 33: Quebec City . Hotel (B, D) Stop for photos & souvenirs on Route 66 rich & famous Single room supplement of A$6135. • Guided walking tour of Old Quebec Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 5:30pm. • Entry into Grand Canyon National Park DAY 18: Miami . Hotel •

DAY 4: Grand Canyon National Park . See the famous Art Deco architecture DAY 34: Quebec City to Montreal . • Hotel (B, D) Hotel (B) Entry into Badlands National Park DAY 19: Miami to Daytona Beach . Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port & • Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim Hotel (D) • See colourful buttes, pinnacles & spires • Mt. Royal, Montreal’s largest city park • Watch a spectacular sunset & frame Walk the Fossil Trail • See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the Olympic • up some shots at a panoramic DAY 20: Daytona Beach to St. • Stadium Hotel (B) viewpoint Augustine via Kennedy Space Center . DAY 45: Mt. Rushmore . Hotel (B) M Jet boat adventure Entry into Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy M Bike the rim of the Grand Canyon • Horse Memorial & Custer State Park (seasonal) • See Castillo de San Marcos National DAY 35: Montreal . Hotel Monument, a 300-year old fortress QUEBEC CITY 2 DAY 46: Mt. Rushmore to Cody . Hotel (B) DAY 5: Grand Canyon to Durango via M Tour Kennedy Space Center DAY 36: Montreal to Toronto . QUEBEC Hotel (D) Monument Valley . Hotel DAY 47: Yellowstone National Park . Hotel (B, D) DAY 21: St. Augustine to Savannah . Travel along the St. Lawrence River MONTREAL 2 • Entry into Monument Valley Tribal Park Hotel (B) • Entry into Yellowstone National Park See the Painted Desert Valley & see the Thousand Islands • MAINE • See the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the famous MONTANA • See the historic city squares, homes & See the CN Tower, eclectic shops on • ONTARIO • ‘Old Faithful’ geyser, wildlife such as buffalo, elk & DAY 6: Durango to Albuquerque . gardens made famous by the film Yonge Street & the University of Yellowstone NEW Hotel (B, D) Forrest Gump possibly bears National Park MINNESOTA Toronto IDAHO HAMPSHIRE Scenic drive through the Rocky TORONTO • DAY 22: Savannah to Raleigh via M Thousand Island boat cruise DAY 48: Cody to Teton Valley . Hotel CODY SOUTH DAKOTA Mountains WISCONSIN 3 BOSTON 2 Charleston . Hotel (B, D) Entry into Grand Teton National Park 2 M DAY 37: Toronto . Hotel (B) • MT. RUSHMORE MASSACHUSETTS Whitewater rafting (seasonal) Guided tour of historic Charleston M Trail ride & cookout (seasonal) Badlands Niagara NEW YORK New Haven • M Second City improv show Grand Teton 2 SIOUX TETON VALLEY 1 National Park N.P. Falls DAY 7: Albuquerque to Amarillo . DAY 23: Raleigh to Washington D.C . DAY 49: Teton Valley to Salt Lake City . Hotel (B) Custer FALLS CONNECTICUT Hotel (D) DAY 38: Toronto & Niagara Falls . State Park MADISON Hotel (B, D) 1 Milwaukee PENNSYLVANIA 4 Hotel See Temple Square WYOMING 1 NEW YORK Experience Big Texan culture & food • 1 CLEVELAND • • Illumination tour of Washington DC Visit the off-beat Cadillac Ranch See the Pentagon, White House, • Cruise to the base of the Falls DAY 50: Salt Lake City to Kanab via Bryce Canyon NEW • • SALT 2 Philadelphia M See Niagara Falls National Park . Hotel (B, D) JERSEY Hot air ballooning Capitol Building & Washington • LAKE 1 CHICAGO OHIO Monument M Helicopter flight over Niagara Falls Entry into Bryce Canyon National Park CITY DAY 8: Amarillo to Dallas/Fort • WASHINGTON DC 3 DELAWARE See the bizarre shaped canyons & rock spires UTAH Worth . Hotel (B, D) DAYS 24 - 25: Washington D.C . DAY 39: Toronto to Cleveland . Hotel • MARYLAND called “hoodoos” ILLINOIS INDIANA Visit charming Decatur Hotel (B) Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame COLORADO • • M Hot air ballooning NEVADA Bryce Canyon Visit the Smithsonian Museums National Park Richmond DAY 9: Dallas/Fort Worth . From big • DAY 40: Cleveland to Chicago . Zion N.P. Visit Arlington National Cemetery DAY 51: Grand Canyon National Park . Hotel (B) CALIFORNIA cars to big hair to big belt buckles & big • Hotel (B) VIRGINIA & watch the changing of the guard Entry into Grand Canyon National Park LAS VEGAS 2 KANAB attitude – you’ll see it all as you explore See Lake Michigan, Buckingham • 1 DURANGO • Hike along the Canyon’s North Rim 5 Grand Monument RALEIGH 1 this slick city nicknamed “Big D”. Hotel (B) DAY 26: Washington DC to New York Fountain, Navy Pier & The Chicago River • Canyon Valley Capture incredible photos from a panoramic Route N.P. via Philadelphia . Hotel (B) Dig into Chicago-style pizza • 66 Santa Fe Visit the John F. Kennedy 6th Floor • Mojave 2 N.CAROLINA • See Soldier Field, home to the Chicago viewpoint Desert TENNESSEE Museum • MEMPHIS DAY 27: Hello Big Apple! . Hotel (B, D) Los Angeles GRAND Visit Fort Worth Stockyards Bears American football team, & U.S. DAY 52: Kanab to Las Vegas via Zion National CANYON 1 • See Wall Street Metropolitan Museum 2 S.CAROLINA • Cellular Field, home to the Chicago Park . Hotel (B, D) ALBUQUERQUE 1 AMARILLO Little Rock DAY 10: Dallas to Memphis . Hotel (B) of Art & Guggenheim Museum White Sox baseball club See fashionable 5th Avenue, St. • Entry into Zion National Park GEORGIA See Little Rock Central High School & • See the Hancock Building, Willis Tower Charleston • Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center • • See soaring cliffs, sculptured canyons & ARIZONA NEW MEXICO ARKANSAS MISSISSIPPI delve deeper into the Civil Rights & the Magnificent Mile dramatic landscapes Jackson Movement & Tiffany’s ALABAMA SAVANNAH 1 View the World Trade Center Memorial DAY 41: Chicago . Hotel (B, D) • See the gigantic red & white stone formations • Cross the Mississippi River • of West Temple & Watchman 2 LOUISIANA & Battery Park M Bike tour along the Lake Front TEXAS PANAMA DAY 11: Memphis . Hotel (B, D) M Helicopter tour around Manhattan & NYC Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ DALLAS/ • CITY BEACH ST. DAY 42: Chicago to Madison . Visit Fremont Street FORT WORTH FLORIDA 1 • See the Civil Rights Museum DAY 28: New York, New York . Hotel (B) Hotel (D) • 1 AUGUSTINE & Sun Studios Hotel (D)( B) NEW 2 Visit the Statue of Liberty Drive through America’s beautiful DAYS 53 - 54: Las Vegas . ORLEANS Visit Beale Street, home of Blues music • • • M ‘Sex & the City’ tour Experience some of the world’s largest 1 DAYTONA Tour Graceland heartland • ORLANDO 2 BEACH • M NYC food cart walking tour hotels & casinos M Tour the Rock & Soul Museum DAY 43: Madison to Sioux Falls . Experience the High Roller DAY 29: More Manhattan . Hotel (B) • DAY 12: Memphis to New Orleans . Hotel (B) M Speed Vegas Visit Falls Park & see the waterfall that Hotel (B) • M Take the elevator to floor 86, to gave the town its name DAY 55: Las Vegas to Los Angeles . 2 MIAMI • See the French Quarter, Jackson the Observation level of the Empire • See the famous Joshua trees Square & the French Market State Building DAY 44: Sioux Falls to Mt. Rushmore . M Taste of New Orleans dinner M Bike tour of Central Park (seasonal) Hotel (B) Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

USA & CANADA 2017-19 43 GRAND NORTHERN

WHY THIS TRIP? Swing by 20 US States & two Canadian Provinces in 26 days. Cruise Niagara Falls, feast on deep-dish pizza in Chicago and visit the legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

QUEBEC CITY 2

QUEBEC

MONTREAL 2 MAINE

MONTANA ONTARIO NEW MINNESOTA HAMPSHIRE Yellowstone National Park CODY SOUTH DAKOTA TORONTO 3 2 BOSTON IDAHO 2 WISCONSIN MT. RUSHMORE NEW YORK MASSACHUSETTS Niagara Grand Teton Badlands New Haven TETON VALLEY 1 National Park 2 SIOUX Falls N.P. FALLS New CONNECTICUT Custer MADISON York State Park 1 1 WYOMING Milwaukee LAKE 1ERIECLEVELAND SALT 2 PENNSYLVANIA LAKE 1 CHICAGO NEVADA CITY OHIO UTAH ILLINOIS INDIANA #GRANDNORTHERN

Bryce Canyon Zion National Park National Park CALIFORNIA 2 KANAB LAS VEGAS 3 Grand Canyon National Park

Los Angeles ARIZONA Places visited 1 Nightstops 3 World Heritage sites visited

44 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/GRAND-NORTHERN MONTREAL 26 DAYS · 20 STATES & 2 CANADIAN PROVINCES · FROM A$5189 PP* A$200 P/DAY*

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 25 nights in 17 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Toronto brewery tour • Feel the student spirit on a Available on all twin-share hotels 10 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M Architecture cruise in Chicago ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour Contiki coaches Modern, air-conditioned coach M Bike ride in Chicago • Stroll Quebec on a with powerpoints for charging M Cookout & horseback ride in walking tour See p.78 for more Jackson Hole (seasonal) • Cruise Niagara Falls

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: New York to Boston . Meet soaked in its mist as it cascades between • Entry into Yellowstone National Park up with your Contiki Team in the one & the Canadian/US border. Hotel • See the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, CODE: GNGN 2017-18 only New York City. Take in the beauty Cruise to the base of the Falls the famous ‘Old Faithful’ geyser, wildlife • Start Finish Total Start Finish Total of Rhode Island on our way to Boston. M Heli ride over the Falls such as buffalo, elk & possibly bears New Los Cost New Los Cost Hotel (D) York Angeles A$ pp* York Angeles A$ pp* DAY 10: Toronto to Cleveland . DAY 19: Cody to Teton Valley . We Visit New Haven, Connecticut - home • Leave Canada behind & make a musical head back into Yellowstone National Park 2017 2018 of prestigious Yale University pilgrimage to the vibrant arts scene of for more exploring then set your sights on Jun 9 ✚ Jul 4 5189 May 25 Jun 19 5475 • See Boston Common, Quincy Cleveland. Hotel the towering spires of the Teton Range Jun 23 ✚ Jul 18 5385 Jun 8 Jul 3 5685 Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the Jul 7 ✚ Aug 1 5385 Jun 22 Jul 17 5895 Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame before arriving in our home for the night. Jul 21 ✚ Aug 15 5385 Jul 6 Jul 31 5895 original ‘Cheers’ Bar • Hotel Jul 28 ✚ Aug 22 5385 Jul 20 Aug 14 5895 DAY 2: Boston . Boston is a place at the DAY 11: Cleveland to Chicago . Cross Entry into Grand Teton National Park Aug 11 ✚ Sep 5 5385 Jul 27 Aug 21 5895 the Midwest as you road trip from one • Aug 18 ✚ Sep 12 5385 Aug 10 Sep 4 5895 forefront of American history & there’s ✚ DAY 20: Teton Valley to Salt Lake Aug 25 Sep 19 5385 Aug 17 Sep 11 5895 plenty to do day & night in this bustling lake town to the next & arrive in busy Sep 1 ✚ Sep 26 5385 Aug 24 Sep 18 5895 Chicago. Hotel (B) City . Take in the views through Idaho Aug 31 Sep 25 5895 university town. Hotel (B) 2018 See Lake Michigan, Buckingham before arriving in Salt Lake City famous for Sep 14 Oct 9 5685 Walk the historic Freedom Trail • May 11 Jun 5 5475 • Fountain, Navy Pier & the Chicago River Temple Square & the Mormon Tabernacle • Tour Harvard University Choir. Hotel (B) • See Soldier Field, home to the Chicago DAY 3: Boston to Quebec City . Today Bears American football team, & U.S. • See Temple Square THE FINER DETAILS it’s on to the uniquely French-influenced Cellular Field, home to the Chicago Quebec City – a little piece of old world DAY 21: Salt Lake City to Kanab via Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we White Sox baseball club Get * Europe in the middle of North America. Bryce Canyon National Park . can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Dig into Chicago-style pizza active & hike among the richly coloured Hotel (B) • Visit contiki.com for additional departures. • See the Hancock Building, Willis Tower rock formations of Bryce Canyon National • Scenic drive through Maine & across & the Magnificent Mile Park on the road from Park City to Kanab. ✚ Single room supplement of A$2279. the US/Canadian border DAY 12: Chicago . With a free day Hotel (B, D) Single room supplement of A$2475. DAY 4: Quebec City . Experience the to explore, discover cutting-edge • Entry into Bryce Canyon National Park Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 5:30pm. ‘joie de vivre’ of this city by strolling down architecture, world-class museums, • See the bizarre shaped canyons & rock For more ways to save see p.9. cobblestone streets & stopping in cool, legendary blues music, fantastic dining spires called “hoodoos” streetside cafés & shops. With walled For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see & high-end shopping in the Windy City. contiki.com/staylonger. fortifications protecting ‘Old Quebec’, DAY 22: Grand Canyon National Hotel (B, D) Hike, walk or simply relax the way this stunning city has become a living Park . For travel insurance see p.78. you want at this phenomenal natural museum. Hotel (B, D) DAY 13: Chicago to Madison . Stop in wonder – just don’t forget your camera! Guided walking tour of Old Quebec Milwaukee & tour a brewery en route to • the university town of Madison. Hotel (D) Hotel (B) LAS VEGAS DAY 5: Quebec City to Montreal . The • Drive through America’s beautiful • Entry into Grand Canyon National Park multi-cultural theme continues through heartland • Hike along the Canyon’s North Rim to our next stop, Montreal, where the • Capture incredible photos from a French serve up great food & cutting-edge DAY 14: Madison to Sioux Falls . Catch panoramic viewpoint culture. Hotel (B, D) the pulse of the true American Midwest on your way to Sioux Falls. Hotel (B) DAY 23: Kanab to Las Vegas via QUEBEC CITY 2 • Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port & Mt. Before partying Visit Falls Park & see the waterfall that Zion National Park . Royal, Montreal’s largest city park • like a rock star in Las Vegas, get close to QUEBEC gave the town its name • See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the nature in the dramatic landscapes of Zion MONTREAL 2 Olympic Stadium DAY 15: Sioux Falls to Mt. Rushmore . National Park. Hotel (B, D) MAINE M Jet boat adventure Journey through the unique, lunar-like Entry into Zion National Park MONTANA • ONTARIO DAY 6: Montreal . You’ll love this city’s landscape of Badlands National Park See soaring cliffs, sculptured canyons before arriving in the stomping grounds of • NEW mix of Euro-charm & North American & dramatic landscapes MINNESOTA HAMPSHIRE pizzazz. Head to one of the many great the Wild West. Hotel (B) See the gigantic red & white Yellowstone • National Park museums, try out an amazing range of Entry into Badlands National Park stone formations of West CODY SOUTH DAKOTA TORONTO 3 2 BOSTON • IDAHO 2 WISCONSIN food, shop in hip boutiques & later, party See colourful buttes, pinnacles & spires Temple & Watchman MT. RUSHMORE NEW YORK MASSACHUSETTS • • Niagara with the ‘oh so French’ Canadians. Hotel Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ Grand Teton Badlands New Haven Walk the Fossil Trail • TETON VALLEY 1 National Park 2 SIOUX Falls • N.P. FALLS New CONNECTICUT • Visit Fremont Street Custer MADISON York DAY 7: Montreal to Toronto . Behold DAY 16: Mt. Rushmore . Marvel at the M Club Promoter pass – entry into Las State Park 1 1 nature’s beauty as you drive through American presidents’ faces on iconic WYOMING Milwaukee Vegas hot spots LAKE 1ERIECLEVELAND the Thousand Islands region en route to Mt. Rushmore & see the world’s largest It’s all glitz SALT 2 PENNSYLVANIA Canada’s largest city, Toronto. Hotel (D) mountain carving, Crazy Horse Memorial, DAYS 24 - 25: Las Vegas . LAKE 1 CHICAGO • Travel along the St. Lawrence River honouring the famous Lakota Sioux & glamour as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, NEVADA CITY OHIO Valley & see the Thousand Islands warrior. Hotel (B) relax by the pool, or hit up Sin City’s party UTAH INDIANA ILLINOIS • See the CN Tower, eclectic shops • Entry into Mt. Rushmore National hot spots. Hotel (B, D) on Yonge Street & the University Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial & • Experience some of the world’s largest Bryce Canyon of Toronto Custer State Park hotels & casinos Zion National Park National M Thousand Islands boat tour Party bus Park DAY 17: Mt. Rushmore to Cody . Today • M Heli flight into the Grand Canyon CALIFORNIA 2 KANAB DAY 8: Toronto . Toronto is another we continue west as we steer toward the M one of Canada’s multi-cultural hotspots. cowboy town of Cody & the heart of the Speed Vegas LAS VEGAS 3 Grand Canyon Maybe catch a baseball game, head American West. Hotel (B) DAY 26: Las Vegas to Los Angeles . National Park to the top of the CN Tower, visit Gallery Leave the bling of Vegas behind & head DAY 18: Yellowstone National Park . Los Angeles 44 or Toronto Park for people watching. through the vast Mojave Desert into Tonight, feel the global vibe of this city’s This morning we visit the world’s first California. Your US adventure wraps up ARIZONA nightlife. Hotel (B) national park – Yellowstone. Explore the when you arrive in Los Angeles where it’s crown jewel of America’s national parks. M Second City improv show time to say farewell to your new friends. It’s a masterpiece of natural wonders & See the famous Joshua trees DAY 9: Toronto & Niagara Falls . wildlife - a serious nature fix! This afternoon • Take a trip to mighty Niagara Falls & get we head back to Cody. Hotel (B, D) Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

USA & CANADA 2017-19 45 NORTHERN ADVENTURE

WHY THIS TRIP? Grab your backpack and say hello to the jaw-dropping natural sites of North America. Seven national parks and one state park including Badlands, Yellowstone & the Grand Canyon & are sure to incite adventure and create an envy-inducing Insta.

MONTANA

Yellowstone National Park

LAKE 2 CODY SOUTH DAKOTA MINNESOTA ONTARIO TETON VALLEY 1 Grand Teton WISCONSIN National Park MT. RUSHMORE LAKE ERIE 2 IDAHO 2 Badlands SIOUX N.P. FALLS Custer MADISON WYOMING State Park 1 1 Milwaukee

SALT Chicago LAKE 1 NEVADA CITY Places visited ILLINOIS UTAH 1 Nightstops 2 World Heritage sites visited Bryce Canyon National Park #NORTHERNADVENTURE Zion National Park CALIFORNIA 2 KANAB LAS VEGAS 3 Grand Canyon National Park

Los Angeles

ARIZONA

46 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/NORTHERN-ADVENTURE BADLANDS NATIONAL PARK 14 DAYS · 11 STATES · FROM A$3215 PP* A$230 P/DAY*

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 13 nights in 10 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Wildlife jeep tour in Custer • Discover a Native American legend Available on all twin-share hotels 5 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M Cody Rodeo (seasonal) at the Crazy Horse Memorial Contiki coaches Modern, air-conditioned coach M Ride the High Roller in Las Vegas • Entry into 8 national & state parks with powerpoints for charging including the crown jewels of See p.78 for more Yellowstone & the Grand Canyon

YOUR TRIP PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$379

HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Chicago to Madison . Meet up crown jewel of America’s national parks. • Entry into Grand Canyon National Park with your Contiki Team before heading to It’s a masterpiece of natural wonders • Hike along the Canyon’s North Rim CODE: GNNE 2017-18 Milwaukee. Tour a brewery en route to the & wildlife – a serious nature fix! This Capture incredible photos from a • Start Finish Total Start Finish Total University town of Madison. Hotel (D) afternoon we head back to Cody. panoramic viewpoint Chicago Los Cost Chicago Los Cost Hotel (B, D) Angeles A$ pp* Angeles A$ pp* • Drive through America’s beautiful DAY 11: Kanab to Las Vegas via heartland • Entry into Yellowstone National Park Zion National Park . Before partying 2017 2018 See the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, May 24 ✚ Jun 6 3215 May 23 Jun 5 3525 DAY 2: Madison to Sioux Falls . • like a rock star in Las Vegas, get close to Jun 7 ✚ Jun 20 3345 Jun 6 Jun 19 3665 the famous ‘Old Faithful’ geyser, Catch the pulse of the true American nature in the dramatic landscapes of Zion Jun 21 ✚ Jul 4 3459 Jun 20 Jul 3 3795 wildlife such as buffalo, elk & Jul 5 ✚ Jul 18 3459 Jul 4 Jul 17 3795 Midwest on your way to Sioux Falls. National Park. Hotel (B, D) possibly bears Jul 19 ✚ Aug 1 3459 Jul 18 Jul 31 3795 Hotel (B) Entry into Zion National Park Aug 2 ✚ Aug 15 3459 Aug 1 Aug 14 3795 • ✚ We head See soaring cliffs, sculptured canyons Aug 9 Aug 22 3459 Aug 8 Aug 21 3795 • Visit Falls Park & see the waterfall that DAY 7: Cody to Teton Valley . • Aug 23 ✚ Sep 5 3459 Aug 22 Sep 4 3795 gave the town its name back into Yellowstone National Park for & dramatic landscapes Aug 30 ✚ Sep 12 3459 Aug 29 Sep 11 3795 more exploring then set your sights on the See the gigantic red & whitestone Sep 6 ✚ Sep 19 3345 Sep 5 Sep 18 3665 • Sep 13 ✚ Sep 26 3345 Sep 12 Sep 25 3665 DAY 3: Sioux Falls to Mt. Rushmore . towering spires of the Teton Range before formations of West Temple & Sep 27 ✚ Oct 10 3345 Sep 26 Oct 9 3665 Journey through the unique, lunar-like arriving in our home for the night. Hotel Watchman landscape of Badlands National Park Entry into Grand Teton National Park Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ before arriving in the stomping grounds of • • THE FINER DETAILS M Trail ride & cookout (seasonal) Visit Fremont Street the Wild West. Hotel (B) • M Club Promoter pass - entry into Las Vegas Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we Entry into Badlands National Park DAY 8: Teton Valley to Salt Lake City . * • Take in the views through Idaho before hot spots can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. See colourful buttes, pinnacles & spires • arriving in Salt Lake City, famous for DAYS 12 - 13: Las Vegas . It’s all glitz Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Walk the Fossil Trail • Temple Square & the Mormon Tabernacle & glamour as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, ✚ Single room supplement of A$1085. DAY 4: Mt. Rushmore . Marvel at the Choir. Hotel (B) relax by the pool, or hit up Sin City’s party Single room supplement of A$1179. American presidents’ faces on iconic hot spots. Hotel (B, D) • See Temple Square Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. Mt. Rushmore & see the world’s largest Experience some of the world’s • For more ways to save see p.9. mountain carving, Crazy Horse Memorial, DAY 9: Salt Lake City to Kanab largest hotels & casinos For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see honouring the famous Lakota Sioux via Bryce Canyon National Park . Party Bus Get active & hike among the richly • contiki.com/staylonger. warrior. Hotel (B) M Heli flight into the Grand Canyon coloured rock formations of Bryce Canyon For travel insurance see p.78. Entry into Mt. Rushmore National M See a Cirque du Soleil show • National Park on the road from Park City This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 26-day Grand Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial & M Speed Vegas Note: to Kanab in Grand Canyon National Park. Northern trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a Custer State Park Hotel (B, D) DAY 14: Las Vegas to Los Angeles . horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s DAY 5: Mt. Rushmore to Cody . Today Leave the bling of Vegas behind & head world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm • Entry into Bryce Canyon National Park welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack. we continue west as we steer toward the • See the bizarre shaped canyons & rock through the vast Mojave Desert into cowboy town of Cody & the heart of the spires called “hoodoos” California. Your US adventure wraps up American West. Hotel (B) when you arrive in Los Angeles where it’s DAY 10: Grand Canyon National time to say farewell to your new friends. DAY 6: Yellowstone National Park . Hike, walk or simply relax at this Park . See the famous Joshua trees This morning we visit the world’s first phenomenal natural wonder – just don’t • national park – Yellowstone. Explore the forget to bring your camera! Hotel (B) Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

ZION CANYON

USA & CANADA 2017-19 47 NORTH BY NORTH EAST

WHY THIS TRIP? A 13-day whirlwind through the American history of Boston, the Latin Quarter of Montreal & the skyscrapers of Toronto before fi nishing up in the cutting-edge architecture & deep-dish pizzas of Chicago.

QUEBEC CITY 2

QUEBEC

MONTREAL 2 MAINE

ONTARIO

NEW HAMPSHIRE

LAKE TORONTO 3 ONTARIO 2 BOSTON NEW YORK MASSACHUSETTS Niagara Falls New Haven CONNECTICUT #NORTHBYNORTHEAST New York

LAKE ERIE 1 CLEVELAND CHICAGO 2 PENNSYLVANIA

OHIO ILLINOIS INDIANA

Places visited 1 Nightstops 1 World Heritage site visited

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 12 nights in 7 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Visit the CN Tower in Toronto • Feel the student spirit on a Available on all twin-share hotels 5 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M Brewery tour Toronto ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour Contiki coaches Modern, air-conditioned coach M Architecture cruise in Chicago • Stroll Quebec on a with powerpoints for charging walking tour See p.78 for more • Cruise Niagara Falls

YOUR TRIP PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$300

HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: New York to Boston . Meet the French serve up great food & cutting- soaked in its mist as it cascades between up with your Contiki Team in the one & edge culture. Hotel (B, D) the Canadian/US border. Hotel CODE: GNNN 2017-18 only New York City. Take in the beauty • Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port • Cruise to the base of the Falls Start Finish Total Start Finish Total of Rhode Island on our way to Boston. & Mt. Royal, Montreal’s largest See Niagara Falls New Chicago Cost New Chicago Cost • York A$ pp* York A$ pp* Hotel (D) city park M Heli ride over the Falls Visit New Haven, Connecticut – home See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the 2017 2018 • • DAY 10: Toronto to Cleveland . of prestigious Yale University Olympic Stadium Jun 9 ✚ Jun 21 2669 May 25 Jun 6 2815 Leave Canada behind & make a musical ✚ See Boston Common, Quincy M Jul 7 Jul 19 2765 Jun 8 Jun 20 2919 • Jet boat adventure pilgrimage to the vibrant arts scene of Jul 21 ✚ Aug 2 2765 Jun 22 Jul 4 3025 Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the ✚ DAY 6: Montreal . You’ll love this city’s Cleveland. Hotel Jul 28 Aug 9 2765 Jul 6 Jul 18 3025 original ‘Cheers’ Bar Aug 11 ✚ Aug 23 2765 Jul 20 Aug 1 3025 mix of Euro-charm & North American • Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Aug 18 ✚ Aug 30 2765 Jul 27 Aug 8 3025 DAY 2: Boston . Boston is a place at the pizzazz. Head to one of the many great Aug 25 ✚ Sep 6 2765 Aug 10 Aug 22 3025 ✚ forefront of American history & there’s museums, try out an amazing range of DAY 11: Cleveland to Chicago . Sep 1 Sep 13 2765 Aug 17 Aug 29 3025 Cross the Midwest as you road trip from Aug 24 Sep 5 3025 plenty to do day & night in this bustling food, shop in hip boutiques & later, party 2018 Aug 31 Sep 12 3025 university town. Hotel (B) with the ‘oh so French’ Canadians. Hotel one lake town to the next & arrive in busy May 11 May 23 2815 Sep 14 Sep 26 2919 Chicago. Hotel (B) Walk the historic Freedom Trail • DAY 7: Montreal to Toronto . Tour Harvard University • See Lake Michigan, Buckingham THE FINER DETAILS • Behold nature’s beauty as you drive Fountain, the Navy Pier & the DAY 3: Boston to Quebec City . Today through the Thousand Islands region en Chicago River * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we it’s on to the uniquely French-influenced route to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. • Dig into some Chicago-style pizza can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Quebec City – a little piece of old world Hotel (D) • See Soldier Field, home to the Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Europe in the middle of North America. Travel along the St. Lawrence River • Chicago Bears American football ✚ Single room supplement of A$1195. Hotel (B) Valley & see the Thousand Islands team, & U.S. Cellular Field, home Single room supplement of A$1299. • Scenic drive through Maine & across • See the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, to the Chicago White Sox baseball the US/Canadian border eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the club Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. University of Toronto See the Hancock Building, Willis Tower For more ways to save see p.9. DAY 4: Quebec City . Experience the • Toronto is another & the Magnificent Mile For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see ‘joie de vivre’ of this city by strolling down DAY 8: Toronto . contiki.com/staylonger. cobblestone streets & stopping in cool, one of Canada’s multi-cultural hotspots. DAY 12: Chicago . With a free day to For travel insurance see p.78. street side cafés & shops. With walled Maybe catch a baseball game, head explore, discover cutting-edge architecture, fortifications protecting ‘Old Quebec’, to the top of the CN Tower, visit Gallery world-class museums, legendary blues Got more time? Check out our 26-day Grand Northern trip on p.44-45. this stunning city has become a living 44 or Toronto Park for people watching. music, fantastic dining & high-end museum. Hotel (B, D) Tonight, feel the global vibe of this city’s shopping in the Windy City. Hotel (B, D) nightlife. Hotel (B) • Guided walking tour of Old Quebec M Bike the Lakefront M DAY 5: Quebec City to Montreal . Second City improv show DAY 13: Chicago . The trip ends this The multi-cultural theme continues DAY 9: Toronto & Niagara Falls . morning & it’s time to say farewell to through to our next stop, Montreal, where Take a trip to mighty Niagara Falls & get your new friends. QUEBEC CITY 2 CAPTIONMONTREAL HERE QUEBEC

MONTREAL 2 MAINE

ONTARIO

NEW HAMPSHIRE

LAKE TORONTO 3 ONTARIO 2 BOSTON NEW YORK MASSACHUSETTS Niagara Falls New Haven CONNECTICUT

New York

LAKE ERIE 1 CLEVELAND CHICAGO 2 PENNSYLVANIA MIX + MATCH

OHIO Got more time? Check out our Grand Northern trip p.44-45 ILLINOIS or the Epic Adventure trip p.42-43. This trip connects with INDIANA the Eastern Discovery p.32-33.

MORE NEW YORK Combine this trip with a New York Uncovered trip, giving you more time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer. More on p.74.

USA & CANADA 2017-19 49 THE BIG WEST

WHY THIS TRIP? Fall in love with the very best of the wicked west – up to 25 days across three US States & two Canadian Provinces. San Diego, Las Vegas, Whistler and Banff are just some of the highlights on this epic USA & Canada trip.

Mt. Robson 2 JASPER KAMLOOPS Columbia Icefield 1 Lake Louise 2 BANFF 2 WHISTLER 1 2 CALGARY VERNON (Stampede only)

3 BRITISH VANCOUVER COLUMBIA ALBERTA

SAN FRANCISCO 1

NEVADA Yosemite National Park BASS 2 LAKE Route 66 2 CALIFORNIA Mojave LAS GRAND Desert VEGAS 2 CANYON 1 LOS ANGELES Sedona SAN ARIZONA DIEGO

#BIGWEST 2 Places visited Sonoran 1 1 Nightstops Desert PHOENIX 1 1 or more nights at Special Stays Calgary Stampede option 3 World Heritage sites visited

50 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/BIGWEST ROUTE 66 23/25 DAYS · 3 STATES · 2 CANADIAN PROVINCES · FROM A$6085 PP* A$265 P/DAY*

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI Special Stay: 2 nights at The Pines 12 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Experience the High Roller in • Las Vegas party bus Available on all Resort overlooking Bass Lake, 1 lunch (L), Trip Manager & Driver team Las Vegas • Go loco as you feast on Contiki coaches 2 nights in a Rocky Mountain 8 dinners (D) 1 international fl ight & transfers M Bike tour along the Rim of the traditional Mexican cuisine chalet , 2 nights in a lodge , from LA to Vancouver Grand Canyon • Discover the Athabasca & 16 nights in twin-share hotels See p.78 for more M Climbing experience in the Glacier on the ‘Ice Explorer’ (18 nights Stampede departure) Rocky Mountains

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Los Angeles . Meet up with DAY 7: Grand Canyon to Las Vegas . DAY 14: Whistler . North America’s top your Contiki Team this morning & get Get your kicks on Route 66 on the way to alpine resort is your playground for high- CODE: LACR/LACRS 2018 an insider’s look at LA. Cruise down the bright lights of legendary Las Vegas. energy outdoor activities, like ziplining, Start Finish Total Start Finish Total star-studded Hollywood Boulevard & the Hotel (D) mountain biking & canoeing. There’s also Los Vancouver Cost Los Vancouver Cost Sunset Strip. Shop ‘til you drop or just chill Stop for photos & souvenirs on Route 66 a gondola ride for views over the town & Angeles A$ pp* Angeles A$ pp* amongst the sunny beach community of • that’s just the start. Hotel (B) Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ 2018 2018 Santa Monica & then get into the vibrant • • Visit Fremont Street • Enjoy the shopping & activities in & May 8 May 30 6085 Jul 31 Aug 22 6235 energy of Venice Beach’s boardwalk. around the quaint village May 22 Jun 13 6085 Aug 7 Aug 29 6235 M Club Promoter pass – entry into Las Jun 5 Jun 27 6085 Aug 14 Sep 5 6235 Hotel (D) Hike one of Whistler’s many trails Jun 19 ● Jul 13 6699 Aug 21 Sep 12 6235 Vegas hot spots & seasonal pool parties • Jul 3 Jul 25 6235 Aug 28 Sep 19 6235 • See Mann’s Chinese Theater & the M Canoeing or mountain biking Jul 17 Aug 8 6235 Sep 4 Sep 26 6235 “Walk of Fame” DAY 8: Las Vegas . Be part of the Vegas Jul 24 Aug 15 6235 Sep 11 Oct 3 6235 Photo Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax DAY 15: Whistler to Kamloops . • ops of Canada’s awesome mountain & & work on your tan poolside, or hit up Sin THE FINER DETAILS DAY 2: Los Angeles to San Diego . City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B) lake scenery are everywhere on the way to We head south to San Diego & tap into Kamloops. Hotel (D) Experience some of the world’s largest Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share in Bass Lake the ‘California Dream’ on a tour through • * hotels & casinos • Scenic drive through the Lillooet & quad-share in Banff with no twin or single available). If you’re the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Mountain Range travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at Tonight, party at a hip downtown club or • Party bus Non-stop nightlife • See Seton Lake reservoir & picturesque no extra charge. chill out at a cool beach bar. Hotel • Lillooet, Duffy & Kamloops Lakes Visit contiki.com for additional departures. M See a Cirque du Soleil show • Drive through the O.C. (Orange M Peak to Peak Gondola LACR: Single room supplement of A$2169. County) & along the scenic DAY 9: Las Vegas to Bass Lake . Say LACRS: Single room supplement of A$2399. DAY 16: Kamloops to Jasper . Stop ● This trip is 25 days long & spends 2 nights in Calgary during the Pacific Coast goodbye to the party in the desert & hello for a picnic in the heart of the Rockies “Stampede”. For this trip use code LACRS. See Downtown San Diego, the to outdoor adventures awaiting you in the • at spectacular Mt. Robson on our way Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. Gaslamp Quarter & Coronado Island Sierra Nevada Mountains. (D) to Jasper. Adventure seekers have the Panoramic view of the city’s skyline • Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort chance to ride the rapids on a whitewater from Coronado Bridge • Drive past Joshua trees – the famous rafting trip. Hotel (B, L) symbol of the Mojave Desert DAY 3: San Diego . Discover the city • Entry into Jasper National Park DAY 20: Banff to Vernon . Today’s travels take you your way. With 70 miles of beaches, DAY 10: Yosemite National Park . • Scenic drive along the Yellowhead through three national parks in a single day with a stop a world-famous zoo, sailors & surfers, Enjoy the natural beauty of Yosemite – Highway into the Rocky Mountains at the famous Roger’s Pass on one of the world’s great endless shopping & a Mediterranean mountains, rock formations, meadows, View Mt. Robson, the highest point in mountain roads. Hotel (B, D) climate this place is paradise. Hotel (B, D) • waterfalls & wild flowers. Hike or bike the Canadian Rockies (weather • Entry into Yoho, Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke • Mexican feast around the valley floor & explore. (B) dependent) National Parks Visit old town San Diego • Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort You might catch a See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels & Visit Mission Beach (weather DAY 17: Jasper . • • Relax in the stunning mountain glimpse of the impressive wildlife in & Kicking Horse Valley dependent) • paradise of Bass Lake, swim, soak up around Maligne Canyon & Lake. Chill out M Learn to surf DAY 21: Vernon to Vancouver . We journey through some sun & enjoy water sports on a scenic boat tour or relax & explore the stunning Okanagan Valley, Canada’s wine country, DAY 4: San Diego to Phoenix . Leave (seasonal/optional) the quaint alpine village. Hotel before arriving in Vancouver. Hotel the beach behind & head toward Phoenix, • Entry into Yosemite National Park Visit Maligne Canyon, the deepest & See Lake Okanagan & its floating bridge a metropolitan desert oasis. With 300 • • • See Yosemite’s famous rock longest limestone canyon in the Rockies See Gastown, Chinatown & Lion’s Gate Bridge days of sunshine a year this resort town • formations, El Capitan & Half Dome Visit Maligne Lake – the largest in the Visit the totem poles of Canada’s First Nations heats it up – grab a cocktail & chill • • • See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Canadian Rockies (seasonal) People in Stanley Park poolside! Hotel (B) Falls (seasonal) M Maligne Lake cruise (seasonal) Scenic drive through Cleveland DAY 22: Vancouver . Feel the young vibe of the city • DAY 11: Bass Lake to San Francisco . Take in the National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert DAY 18: Jasper to Banff . while exploring its hip shops & cafés. Later, enjoy a Head out of the mountains & into one views of one of the most scenic highways & Sonoran Desert dinner cruise around the harbour & head out for a night of America’s most colourful & chilled in the world, the Icefields Parkway & see on the town! Hotel (B) some of the area’s 200 glaciers. We’ll DAY 5: Phoenix to the Grand Canyon . cities. Catch awesome bay views as you M Travel from the ‘Valley of the Sun’ to the cross the Oakland Bay & Golden Gate roll right onto the Athabasca Glacier in a Sunset dinner cruise iconic Grand Canyon, stopping along the bridges. Tonight watch the sunset behind custom-designed “Ice Explorer”. (D) DAY 23: Vancouver . Your Canadian adventure ends way in Sedona, a charming town in the the Golden Gate bridge on an optional Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain this morning & it’s time to swap email addresses & say heart of ‘Red-Rock Country’. Lodge (B, D) catamaran cruise. Hotel (B) Chalet farewell to your new friends. • Shop for Native American jewellery • Cross the Golden Gate Bridge • Entry into Banff National Park • See Bell Rock, Snoopy Rock & Chape • See North Beach, Chinatown, Golden • Experience the Athabasca Glacier on l of the Holy Cross Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury & the city’s an Ice Explorer • Drive through beautiful Oak Creek iconic cable cars • See the vivid blue colour of Peyto Lake CALGARY STAMPEDE Canyon • Visit Fisherman’s Wharf (seasonal), the Saskatchewan River • Entry into Grand Canyon National Park M Sunset catamaran cruise Valley & Weeping Wall SPECIAL TRIP DEPARTURE M Hot air balloon flight over the Sonoran Visit Lake Louise & its enchanting DAY 12: San Francisco to Vancouver . • Desert Châ teau Channel your inner cowboy or cowgirl at the world-famous This morning, say farewell to the See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel DAY 6: Grand Canyon National • Calgary Stampede. The spirit of this amazing festival takes American Dream. Next up, we’re headed M Glacier Skywalk experience Park. Take in this epic place today, a on a morning flight to Vancouver, Canada over the city for 10 days in July. See men ride bulls in rodeo, wrestle steers, race chuckwagons & have an outrageous camera is a must. Hike, walk, or maybe where 11 more days of endless adventure DAY 19: Banff . Choose your own time. The streets are packed with people ready for fun, opt for a helicopter flight for an up-close await. Hotel adventure in the mountains around Banff. experience with this natural wonder. Like a flight over the Rocky Mountains, as well as competitions, parades, dancing, live music & Lodge (B) DAY 13: Vancouver to Whistler . Meet horse riding, hiking, shopping & after concerts. We have a special Big West trip departure that ties into this event with two nights in Calgary during the Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim up with your Canadian Contiki Team & hours, get into the local nightlife! (B) • Stampede, making this trip 25 days long. • Watch a spectacular sunset & frame wind along the Sea-to-Sky Highway to the Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain up some shots at a panoramic world-famous resort town, Whistler, home Chalet Look for departures marked with • in the price panel of the 2010 Winter Olympics & a serious viewpoint M Heli-flight over the Rockies on this page (LACRS). M Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon outdoor fix. Hotel (D) M Trail ride & cookout Visit www.contiki.com/calgarystampede (seasonal) • See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains M Mountain climbing experience

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WHY THIS TRIP? Lose yourself in the depths of NYC, Toronto, Montreal & Washington D.C. Sight-see your way around awesome major cities getting the quintessential North American experience.

QUEBEC MONTREAL 2

ONTARIO

NEW HAMPSHIRE LAKE Concord TORONTO 2 ONTARIO NEW YORK 2 BOSTON MASSACHUSETTS 1 NIAGARA New Haven FALLS CONNECTICUT 2

#EASTERNESCAPADE NEW YORK LAKE ERIE PENNSYLVANIA

PHILADELPHIA NEW PITTSBURGH 1 1 JERSEY Amish Country

WASHINGTON DC 2 MARYLAND

Places visited 1 Nightstops 2 World Heritage sites visited

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 13 nights in 9 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Boston Trolley tour • Feel the student spirit on a Available on all twin-share hotels 7 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M New York food cart tour ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour Contiki coaches Modern, air-conditioned coach M Bike tour of Boston • Visit the Statue of Liberty with powerpoints for charging M Heli ride over Niagara Falls • Cruise Niagara Falls See p.78 for more M Brewery tour Toronto

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Boston . Meet up with your Love” & the home of the Philly cheese • Wine tasting Contiki Team then explore this historic city steak sandwich. Hotel (B) • See the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, CODE: ESTE 2017-18 on a sightseeing tour before the day is all eclectic shops on Yonge Street & • Visit the Statue of Liberty Start Finish Total Start Finish Total yours. Hotel (D) the University of Toronto Boston Boston Cost Boston Boston Cost DAY 6: Philadelphia to Washington See Boston Common, Quincy A$ pp* A$ pp* • D.C . Turn back the clock with a visit to DAY 11: Toronto . Today visit the eclectic Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the Amish Country. Tonight we’ll see the Kensington Market or head up the CN 2017 2018 original ‘Cheers’ Bar ✚ sites on an Illumination tour of the city’s Tower. Later, feel the global buzz of the Jun 5 Jun 18 3245 May 21 Jun 3 3495 Tour Harvard University Jun 19 ✚ Jul 2 3245 Jun 4 Jun 17 3495 • monuments with our guide. Hotel (B, D) city’s nightlife. Hotel (B) Jul 3 ✚ Jul 16 3245 Jun 18 Jul 1 3495 DAY 2: Boston . Boston is a place at the Visit Amish Country, Arlington National M Jul 17 ✚ Jul 30 3245 Jul 2 Jul 15 3495 • Second City improv show ✚ forefront of American history, so head out Jul 31 Aug 13 3245 Jul 16 Jul 29 3495 Cemetery & changing of the guard DAY 12: Toronto to Montreal . Aug 14 ✚ Aug 27 3245 Jul 30 Aug 12 3495 & explore after our Harvard University ✚ • See the White House, Capitol Building Today it’s on to Montreal, combining Aug 28 Sep 10 3245 Aug 13 Aug 26 3495 tour. Hotel (B) & Washington Monument Sep 11 ✚ Sep 24 3245 Aug 27 Sep 9 3495 French heritage with global cool. Hotel Sep 25 ✚ Oct 8 3245 Sep 10 Sep 23 3495 • Walk the historic Freedom Trail • See the Lincoln, Jefferson, FDR, Martin (B, D) Sep 24 Oct 7 3495 M Luther King Jr. & Korean War Memorials Boston bike tour • Visit Old Town Montreal, the DAY 3: Boston to New York . Hello Big DAY 7: Washington D.C . Today is all Old Port & Mount Royal, Montreal’s THE FINER DETAILS Apple! We’ll dive right in & explore the yours to explore. Hotel largest park sights, then top it off with an optional See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we • can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. visit to the Empire State Building for DAY 8: Washington D.C. to Pittsburgh . Olympic Stadium We head to “Steel City” home of Andy unbeatable views of Manhattan by night. M Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Warhol. Grab a famous Primanti Brothers Jet boating Hotel (B, D) ✚ Single room supplement of A$1655. sandwich & maybe catch a baseball game DAY 13: Montreal . Explore museums, See Wall Street, MOMA & Guggenheim • at PNC Park. Hotel (B, D) amazing food, shopping, then later party Single room supplement of A$1775. Museum, 5th Ave, Rockefeller Center with the locals. Hotel (D) Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. & Tiffany’s • See the Strip District, Heinz Field & PNC Park in Pittsburgh For more ways to save see p.9. • View the World Trade Center Memorial DAY 14: Montreal to Boston . Make a & Battery Park For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see DAY 9: Pittsburgh to Niagara Falls . tasty stop at the home of Ben & Jerry’s! contiki.com/staylonger. M Empire State Building Today we cross into Canada for a day of Your trip ends on arrival in Boston. For travel insurance see p.78. DAY 4: New York, New York . Today it’s exploring Niagara Falls. Hotel • Visit the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream all about ME Time, and the options are • Niagara Falls boat cruise factory & get a scoop of America’s endless. Hotel (B) M Elements on the Falls dinner favourite flavour M Helicopter tour around Manhattan DAY 10: Niagara Falls to Toronto . Please note: We recommend a post night DAY 5: New York to Philadelphia . First Soak in the vineyards, vibes & orchards of as there may be delays crossing the border. up this morning is a visit to Lady Liberty, Niagara on the Lake. Tour a winery before However if flights are booked they should not then we’re off to the “City of Brotherly arriving in Toronto. Hotel (B, D) be booked before 10:00pm

NIAGARA FALLS

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Take a deep breath and wind your way through iconic sights including the Golden Gate Bridge and Hollywood Boulevard. Give yourself a moment to take it all in with more ME Time. Chill out in the coffee shops of New York and take it slow whilst sunning it up in Santa Monica.

Who travels easy pace? • Those who want to kick back and coast around the USA at their own pace • Those who want to spend less time travelling and longer in each destination with 3 nights minimum in each city • Those who want even more free time to DIY their travel experience by doing the things you love.

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WHY THIS TRIP? Take your sweet time exploring all the tasty bits of 3 epic states. See the sights plus plenty of foodie adventures, partying and ME Time. Take a party bus ride through Vegas, take in the views of Venice Beach, cross the Golden Gate Bridge & shop up a storm on Fifth Ave.

NEW YORK

NEW 4 YORK CALIFORNIA

SAN NEVADA FRANCISCO 3

LAS VEGAS 3

#BESTOFUSA LOS 3 ANGELES

1 Nightstops 1 World Heritage site visited

56 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/BEST-OF-USA VENICE BEACH 14 DAYS · 3 STATES · FROM A$4529 PP* A$324 P/DAY*

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW EASY PACE 13 11

NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES 13 nights in 7 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Visit Disneyland • Guided walking tour of North twin-share hotels 4 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M Party club crawl in Hollywood Beach 3 internal fl ights & transfers - San M Food cart tour in New York • Chinatown dinner & walking tour Francisco, Las Vegas & New York M California Academy of Science • Las Vegas party bus See p.78 for more M Cirque du Soleil show in Vegas • Visit Lady Liberty

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Los Angeles . Meet up with party. We make sure you do Vegas like a DAYS 12 - 13: More of Manhattan . your Contiki Team this morning & get high roller… you’ll cruise “the Strip” in an This city has it all & you have two free CODE: TUSA 2017-19 an insider’s look at LA on a guided tour. ultra hip party bus! Hotel (B) days to explore. First up, check out the Start Finish Total Start Finish Total Cruise down star-studded Hollywood Party bus Manhattan skyline on our cruise to the Los New Cost Los New Cost • Angeles York A$ pp* Angeles York A$ pp* Boulevard & the Sunset Strip. Shop ‘til you M See a Cirque du Soleil show Statue of Liberty, then head out & take drop or just chill amongst the sunny beach NYC by storm! You could impress the 2017 2018 DAY 10: Las Vegas to New York . community of Santa Monica & then get foodie within on an NYC food cart tour, Jun 5 ✚ Jun 18 4595 May 7 May 20 5045 into the vibrant energy of Venice Beach’s Leave the party in the desert behind & fly or hit the shops on 5th Avenue, or wander Jun 19 ✚ Jul 2 4595 May 21 Jun 3 5045 to the bright lights of New York City. Hotel Jul 3 ✚ Jul 16 4595 Jun 4 Jun 17 5045 boardwalk. Hotel (D) through NYC’s vibrant neighbourhoods Jul 17 ✚ Jul 30 4595 Jun 18 Jul 1 5045 • See Mann’s Chinese Theater & the • Transfers & flight to New York like the Lower East Side with its cute Jul 31 ✚ Aug 13 4595 Jul 2 Jul 15 5045 boutiques, great coffee & street art. Aug 14 ✚ Aug 27 4595 Jul 16 Jul 29 5045 “Walk of Fame” DAY 11: Hello Big Apple! . Take in the Aug 28 ✚ Sep 10 4595 Jul 30 Aug 12 5045 • Drive along famous Sunset Strip city’s icons on a sightseeing tour then you Maybe discover your inner Carrie on a Sep 11 ✚ Sep 24 4595 Aug 13 Aug 26 5045 Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach ‘Sex & the City’ tour, go local & head out Sep 25 ✚ Oct 8 4595 Aug 27 Sep 9 5045 • could take an optional heli ride over the ✚ for pizza & cocktails or catch a Broadway Oct 9 Oct 22 4529 Sep 10 Sep 23 5045 • See Rodeo Drive city for endless views, or hit the shops. Oct 30 ✚ Nov 12 4529 Sep 24 Oct 7 5045 After dinner, hit the streets to be part show. Try cruising through Central Park Nov 13 ✚ Nov 26 4529 Oct 8 Oct 21 4965 DAYS 2 - 3: Los Angeles . The next ✚ of the atmosphere of Times Square & a on a bike tour, visit The Met or MoMa Nov 27 Dec 10 4529 Oct 29 Nov 11 4965 two days are yours to explore the City Gallery, or cross the historic Brooklyn Dec 25 ●✚ Jan 7 4645 Nov 12 Nov 25 4965 of Angels. Get behind the scenes of the night out in the city that never sleeps is a Nov 26 Dec 9 4965 must. Hotel (B, D) Bridge, the options are endless. You’ll 2018 Dec 24 ● Jan 6 5015 movie world at Universal Studios, explore also get a different view of the Big Apple Jan 22 ✚ Feb 4 4529 See Wall Street, the NYSE, Museum Mar 5 ✚ Mar 18 2019 the magical world of Disneyland, or check • when we head to the top of the Empire 4529 out ‘L.A. Live’ entertainment venue. The Row, including the Metropolitan Apr 9 Apr 22 4965 Jan 21 Feb 3 4965 State Building for unbeatable views of Apr 23 May 6 Mar 4 Mar 17 Museum of Art & Guggenheim 4965 4965 shopping scene goes off, so look for deals Manhattan by night. Hotel (B)( B) in the garment district, visit the Grammy Museum Visit the Statue of Liberty Museum, or maybe catch a sporting event See the famous neighbourhoods like • THE FINER DETAILS • M at Staples Center. Hotel (B) Soho, Greenwich Village & TriBeCa Rise up 86 floors by elevator, to Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, View the World Trade Center site, the Observation level of the Empire * M Visit Universal Studios • we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra Battery Park & Central Park State Building charge. DAY 4: Los Angeles to San Francisco . M Central Park bike tour • See St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Next stop: San Fran-the city of roller Center & Tiffany’s DAY 14: New York . This morning the ✚ Single room supplement of A$2095. coaster streets, counter culture & 7-day MetroCard trip ends. It’s time to swap emails & say world-famous bridges. See it all on a city • Single room supplement of A$2359. M Heli flight around Manhattan farewell to your new friends. (B) sightseeing tour. Hotel (D) Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. • Transfers & flight to San Francisco ● Trip spends Xmas in LA & NYE in Las Vegas. • Visit Fisherman’s Wharf NEW YORK For more ways to save see p.9. • See North Beach, Chinatown, Golden For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury, Alcatraz & contiki.com/staylonger. the city’s iconic cable cars For travel insurance see p.78. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge • Please note: That this trip utilizes flights between cities & M Sunset catamaran cruise coaches only for transfers & sightseeing. DAYS 5 - 6: San Francisco . Spend the next two days exploring the City by the Bay your way. Ride historic cable cars, feel the hippie vibe in Haight-Ashbury, tour notorious Alcatraz Island, or walk through Golden Gate Park. Hotel (B) NEW YORK • North Beach walking tour NEW Chinatown dinner 4 YORK • CALIFORNIA DAY 7: San Francisco to Las vegas . Leave your heart in San Francisco & fly to the bright lights of Vegas. Tonight, get SAN NEVADA FRANCISCO in “the know” on our evening city tour, 3 & then it’s straight into the non-stop nightlife of this legendary city. Hotel (D) • Transfers & flight to Las Vegas LAS • Evening tour of the famous ‘Strip’ VEGAS • Visit Fremont street & some of the 3 world’s largest hotels & casinos M Club Promoter pass – entry into LOS 3 Las Vegas hot spots & seasonal ANGELES pool parties DAYS 8 - 9: Las Vegas . Hang out for a couple of days in ‘Sin City’ full of glamour & excess. High roll in one of the countless casinos, do some high-end bargain shopping in the factory outlets, catch a Cirque du Soleil show & then head out to

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Live like a local on trips that allow you to truly see all there is to see. Take your sweet time to ride, hike, taste, shop, canoe, explore and dance your way around the US & Canada. We’re talking The Rockies, Grand Canyon, Hawaii, New York, Boston and more. With a whole heap of ME Time there will be an abundance of opportunities to immerse yourself into captivating cultures.

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.

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WHY THIS TRIP? Get into the heart & soul of Canada with a trip which will have you captivated from the get QUEBEC go. From Niagara’s best wineries to the epic shopping in Toronto MONTREAL and chic cafés of Montreal. 2

ONTARIO NEW LAKE HURON HAMPSHIRE LAKE Concord Boston TORONTO 2 ONTARIO NEW YORK MASSACHUSETTS 1 NIAGARA FALLS

LAKE ERIE PENNSYLVANIA PITTSBURGH 1

Places visited Washington DC 1 Nightstops MARYLAND 1 World Heritage site visited

PP* P/DAY* 7 daYs · 5 sTaTEs & 2 canadIan PROVIncEs FRom a$1375 a$197 PaY EaRLY & saVE uP TO a$145 HOW MucH & WHEn DAY 1: Washington D.C. to resulting in a cool cosmopolitan vibe. WHaT YOu nEEd Pittsburgh . Meet up with your Contiki Hotel (B, D) cOdE: dcBO 2017-18 Team & then we head to “Steel City”, home • Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port & Mount Start Finish Total Start Finish Total TO KnOW of Andy Warhol. Grab a famous Primanti Royal, Montreal’s largest park Washington Boston Cost Washington Boston Cost Brothers sandwich & maybe catch a • See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the D.C. A$ pp* D.C. A$ pp* nIGHTs baseball game at PNC Park. Hotel (D) Olympic Stadium 2017 2018 6 6 nights in twin-share • See the Strip District, Heinz Field M Jet boating May 29 ✚ Jun 4 1375 May 28 Jun 3 1475 hotels & PNC Park in Pittsburgh Jun 12 ✚ Jun 18 1375 Jun 11 Jun 17 1475 DAY 6: Montreal . Indulge in the city’s Jun 26 ✚ Jul 2 1375 Jun 25 Jul 1 1475 mix of Euro charm & North American Jul 10 ✚ Jul 16 1375 Jul 9 Jul 15 1475 DAY 2: Pittsburgh to Niagara Falls . Jul 24 ✚ Jul 30 1375 Jul 23 Jul 29 1475 IncLudEd MEaLs Spend the morning in Pittsburgh before lifestyle as you explore today. Head to one Aug 7 ✚ Aug 13 1375 Aug 6 Aug 12 1475 ✚ 7 3 breakfasts (B), saying farewell to the USA as we cross into of the many museums, taste an amazing Aug 21 Aug 27 1375 Aug 20 Aug 26 1475 Canada for a day of exploring Niagara range of food, shop the trendy boutiques Sep 4 ✚ Sep 10 1375 Sep 3 Sep 9 1475 4 dinners (D) Sep 18 ✚ Sep 24 1375 Sep 17 Sep 23 1475 Falls. Hotel & later party with the “oh so French” Oct 2 ✚ Oct 8 1375 Oct 1 Oct 7 1475 • Cruise to the base of the Falls Canadians. Hotel (D) IncLusIOns M M Elements on the Falls dinner Craft beer & food pairing * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling See p.78 for more info on solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no our standard inclusions. DAY 3: Niagara Falls to Toronto . DAY 7: Montreal to Boston . Today Soak in the vineyards, vibes & orchards it’s on to historic New England with a extra charge. of Niagara on the lake. Tour a winery & tasty stop at the home of Ben & Jerry’s Visit contiki.com for additional departures. sample some regional drops before arriving ice cream. We’ll end our trip on arrival in ✚ Single room supplement of A$525. ME TIME OPTIOnaLs M Visit CN Tower in Toronto. Hotel (B, D) Boston where it’s time to say farewell to Single room supplement of A$565. your new friends. M Heli fl ight over • Sample some of Niagara’s best Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. Niagara Falls with a wine tasting • Visit the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream factory For more ways to save see p.9. #canadIanEncOunTER See the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, & get a scoop of America’s favourite • For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see the University of Toronto & the flavour contiki.com/staylonger. eclectic shops on Yonge-Street. nO REGRETs Please Note: We recommend a post night For travel insurance see p.78. EXPERIEncEs DAY 4: Toronto . Toronto is a fantastic as there may be delays crossing the border. • Cruise Niagara Falls Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 14-day Eastern multicultural hot spot & with a free day However if flights are booked they should not Escapade trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining Sample some of • be booked before 10:00pm a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s Niagara’s best with a there’s a lot to see. Today visit the eclectic Kensington Market, or zoom to the top of world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm wine tasting welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack. • Indulge in ice cream on the world’s tallest free standing structure, a tour of Ben & Jerry’s the CN Tower. Later feel the global groove of the city’s nightlife. Hotel (B) M Second City improv show MIX + MaTcH FREE WIFI DAY 5: Toronto to Montreal . Available on all Today it’s on to the fun French feel of Contiki coaches Got more time? Check out our Eastern Escapade trip Montreal. This city combines its French p.52-53 & start your adventure in Boston. heritage with a diverse global population,

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WHY THIS TRIP? Cruise down the East Coast and make your way through four of USA’s most mega cities. Harvard, The White House, Statue of Liberty… It’s all waiting for you.

2 BOSTON NEW YORK MASSACHUSETTS New Haven #REVOLUTIONARYROADS CONNECTICUT

NEW YORK 2

PENNSYLVANIA NEW PHILADELPHIA 1 JERSEY Amish Country

WASHINGTON DC 2 MARYLAND

Places visited 1 Nightstops 2 World Heritage sites visited

60 USA & CANADA 2017-19 CONTIKI.COM/REVOLUTIONARY-ROADS WASHINGTON D.C. 8 DAYS · 5 STATES · FROM A$2075 PP* A$260 P/DAY*

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 7 nights in 4 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Boston trolley tour • Feel the student spirit on a Available on all twin-share hotels 3 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M New York food cart tour “Hahvahd” (Harvard) tour Contiki coaches Modern, air-conditioned coach M Visit the “Newseum”, • Guided illumination tour of with powerpoints for charging Washington D.C. Washington DC See p.78 for more • Visit the Statue of Liberty

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Boston . Meet up with your • See Wall Street Metropolitan Museum DAY 6: Philadelphia to Washington Contiki Team in the one & only Boston. of Art & Guggenheim Museum D.C . On your way to the nation’s capital, CODE: BODC 2017-18 See fashionable 5th Avenue, St. We’ll explore this historic city on a • we’ll turn back the clock with a visit to Start Finish Total Start Finish Total sightseeing tour before the day is all Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Amish Country. Tonight we’ll see the Boston Washington Cost Boston Washington Cost yours. Hotel (D) Center & Tiffany’s sites on an Illumination tour of the city’s D.C. A$ pp* D.C. A$ pp* • See Boston Common, Quincy • View the World Trade Center famous monuments with our Local Guide. 2017 2018 Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the Memorial & Battery Park Hotel (B, D) May 22 ✚ May 29 2075 May 21 May 28 2235 Jun 5 ✚ Jun 12 2075 Jun 4 Jun 11 2235 original ‘Cheers’ Bar M Take the elevator to floor 86, to • Visit Amish Country, Arlington Jun 19 ✚ Jun 26 2075 Jun 18 Jun 25 2235 Tour Harvard University the Observation level of the Empire National Cemetery & changing of Jul 3 ✚ Jul 10 2075 Jul 2 Jul 9 2235 • Jul 17 ✚ Jul 24 2075 Jul 16 Jul 23 2235 State Building the guard Jul 31 ✚ Aug 7 2075 Jul 30 Aug 6 2235 DAY 2: Boston . Boston is a place at the ✚ See the White House, Capitol Building, Aug 14 Aug 21 2075 Aug 13 Aug 20 2235 forefront of American history, so head out DAY 4: New York . Today it’s all about • Aug 28 ✚ Sep 4 2075 Aug 27 Sep 3 2235 & Washington Monument Sep 11 ✚ Sep 18 2075 Sep 10 Sep 17 2235 & explore after our Harvard University Me Time! For something different you can Sep 25 ✚ Oct 2 2075 Sep 24 Oct 1 2235 tour. Hotel (B) opt for a NYC food cart tour – the foodie DAY 7: Washington D.C . Take in you will love it. Or take the rest of the Walk the historic Freedom Trail advantage of a full free day & the THE FINER DETAILS • day to explore. Shop 5th Avenue, visit M Boston bike tour things to do here. The list is endless, Times Square or wander through NYC’s tour the national monuments, visit the * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we DAY 3: Boston to New York . Hello vibrant neighbourhoods like the Lower Smithsonian Museums, people watch can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. New York! Get ready for two awesome East Side & Hell’s Kitchen. Tonight, do in colourful Georgetown or shop & get Visit contiki.com for additional departures. nights in one of the world’s hottest it local & head out for pizza, cocktails or out into the pumping nightlife this ✚ Single room supplement of A$1135. cities. We’ll dive right into the Big Apple catch a famous Broadway show. Hotel (B) evening. Hotel Single room supplement of A$1209. & spend the afternoon discovering this Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. DAY 5: New York to Philadelphia . First • Visit the Smithsonian Museums iconic city’s sights from Wall Street to the For more ways to save see p.9. up this morning is a visit to Lady Liberty M Visit the “Newseum” Guggenheim & SoHo. After dinner, opt to For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see head up to the 86th floor of the Empire & then it’s Goodbye Big Apple & Hello DAY 8: Washington D.C . It’s time to contiki.com/staylonger. State Building for unbeatable views of Philly. We head to the historic, hip & art- say farewell to your travel buddies when For travel insurance see p.78. Manhattan by night then hit the streets filled city known as the “City of Brotherly your trip ends after breakfast. (B) & get amongst the buzz & atmosphere of Love”. Hotel New York. Hotel (D) • Visit the Statue of Liberty

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WHY THIS TRIP? Lose yourself in lush landscapes, charming villages and uncountable amounts of adventure. From seriously picturesque picnics in the Rocky Mountains to the cool vibes of Vancouver.

Places visited 1 Nightstops 1 1 or more nights at Special Stays Calgary Stampede option 1 World Heritage site visited

#CANADAANDTHEROCKIES BRITISH COLUMBIA Mt. Robson ALBERTA 2 JASPER Columbia Icefield KAMLOOPS Lake Louise 1 VERNON 2 BANFF 2 WHISTLER 1 2 CALGARY 2 VANCOUVER (Stampede only)

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI Special Stay: 2 nights in 5 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Zipline adventure in Whistler • Discover the Athabasca Available on all a Rocky Mountain chalet 1 lunch (L), Trip Manager & Driver team M Mountain biking in Whistler Glacier on the ‘Ice Explorer’ Contiki coaches & 8 nights in twin-share 4 dinners (D) Modern, air-conditioned coach M Whitewater rafting in Jasper • Entry into 5 National Parks hotels (10 nights with powerpoints for charging (seasonal) • Get back to nature as you Stampede departure) See p.78 for more M Trail ride & cookout in Banff picnic in the Rocky Mountains

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Vancouver to Whistler . Meet • Visit Maligne Canyon, the DAY 9: Venon to Vancouver . We your Contiki Team & wind along the deepest & longest limestone journey through the stunning Okanagan CODE: CRCR 2017-18 Sea-to-Sky Highway to the world-famous canyon in the Rockies Valley in Canada’s wine country, before Start Finish Total Start Finish Total resort town, Whistler, home of the 2010 • Visit Maligne Lake – the largest in arriving in Vancouver where we will check Vancouver Vancouver Cost Vancouver Vancouver Cost Winter Olympics & get a serious outdoor the Canadian Rockies (seasonal) out the sites of this cosmopolitan city. A$ pp* A$ pp* fix. Hotel (D) M Maligne Lake boat cruise (seasonal) Hotel 2018 2018 See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains See Lake Okanagan & its floating May 20 May 30 2815 Aug 12 Aug 22 2955 • DAY 6: Jasper to Banff . Take in the • Jun 3 Jun 13 2815 Aug 19 Aug 29 2955 bridge Jun 17 ▲ Jun 27 2815 Aug 26 Sep 5 2955 DAY 2: Whistler . North America’s top views of one of the most scenic highways ● See Gastown, Chinatown & Lion’s Jul 1 Jul 13 3439 Sep 2 Sep 12 2955 alpine resort is your playground for high- in the world, the Icefields Parkway & see • Jul 5 ■ Jul 17 3439 Sep 9 Sep 19 2955 Gate Bridge Jul 15 Jul 25 2955 Sep 16 Sep 26 2955 energy outdoor activities, like ziplining, some of the 200 glaciers in the area. We’ll Jul 29 Aug 8 Sep 23 Oct 3 Visit the totem poles of Canada’s First 2955 2955 mountain biking & canoeing. There’s also roll right onto the Athabasca Glacier’s • Aug 5 ▲ Aug 15 2955 Nations people in Stanley Park a gondola ride for views over the town – & icy slopes in a custom-designed “Ice that’s just the start. Hotel (B) Explorer”. (D) DAY 10: Vancouver . Feel the young vibe THE FINER DETAILS • Enjoy the shopping & activities in & Contiki Special Stay Rocky of the city while exploring its hip shops & Mountain Chalet cafés. Later, enjoy a dinner cruise around * Prices above are based on twin-share (quad-share only in Banff around the quaint village with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can • Hike one of Whistler’s many trails • Entry into Banff National park the harbour & head out for a night on the share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Ride the Ice Explorer on to the town! Hotel (B) M Canoeing • Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Athabasca Glacier M Dinner cruise DAY 3: Whistler to Kamloops . Photo • See the vivid blue colour of Peyto CRCR: Single room supplement of A$889. ops of Canada’s awesome mountain & Lake (seasonal), the Saskatchewan DAY 11: Vancouver . Your Canadian CRST/CRSTR: Single room supplement of A$1165. lake scenery are everywhere on the way to River Valley & Weeping Wall adventure ends this morning & it’s time ● This trip spends 2 nights in Calgary during the “Stampede” Kamloops. Hotel (D) • Visit Lake Louise & the enchanting to swap email addresses & say farewell to & is 13 days long. For this trip use code CRST. • Scenic drive through the Lillooet Lake Louise Château your new friends. ■ This trip spends 2 nights in Calgary during the “Stampede” Mountain Range See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel & is 13 days long (this trip operates a modified itinerary). • For this trip use code CRSTR. See Seton Lake reservoir & picturesque M Glacier Skywalk experience • CAPILANO SUSPENSION ▲ Snap departure. Lillooet, Duffy & Kamloops lakes BRIDGE DAY 7: Banff . Choose your own Trip starts 10:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. M Peak to Peak Gondola adventure in the mountains around Banff. For more ways to save see p.9. DAY 4: Kamloops to Jasper . Stop There’s so much offered like a flight over for a picnic in the heart of the Rockies the Rocky Mountains, horseback riding, For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. at spectacular Mt. Robson on our way hiking, shopping & after hours, get into to Jasper. Adventure seekers have the the local nightlife! (B) For travel insurance see p.78. chance to ride the rapids on a whitewater Contiki Special Stay Rocky rafting trip. Hotel (B, L) Mountain Chalet Entry into Jasper National Park M • Heli flight over the Rockies LIMITED EDITION • Scenic drive along the Yellowhead M Mountain climbing experience Highway into the Rocky Mountains DAY 8: Banff to Vernon . Today’s PRESENTS • View Mt. Robson, the highest point in travels take you through three national the Canadian Rockies (weather parks in a single day with a stop at the dependent) famous Roger’s Pass on one of the world’s DAY 5: Jasper . You might catch a great mountain roads. Hotel (B, D) glimpse of the impressive wildlife in & • Entry into Yoho, Glacier & Mt. around Maligne Lake. Chill out on a scenic Revelstoke National Parks DEPARTURES boat tour or relax & explore the quaint • See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels alpine village. Hotel & Kicking Horse Valley Start Finish Total Vancouver Vancouver Cost A$ pp 2018 CALGARY STAMPEDE Capture Canada’s Jun 17 Jun 27 2815 Aug 5 Aug 15 2955 BRITISH natural beauty COLUMBIA SPECIAL TRIP DEPARTURE Mt. Robson ALBERTA Listen up all you aspiring photographers; choose 2 JASPER Channel your inner cowboy or cowgirl at the world-famous Calgary Stampede. The to travel on one of our 2 Limited Edition Snap Columbia Icefield KAMLOOPS spirit of this amazing festival takes over the departures. Same great highlights, No Regrets Lake Louise city for 10 days in July. See men ride bulls, Experiences and good times just a little more 1 wrestle steers, race chuckwagons & have an VERNON 2 BANFF picture perfect. See the glassy and perfect waters 2 WHISTLER outrageous time. The streets are packed with 1 people ready for fun, as well as competitions, of Lake Louise, the alpine backdrops of Whistler 2 parades, dancing, live music & concerts. and the hipster cityscapes of Vancouver. Combine CALGARY We have a couple of special Canadian trip this with all the normal Contiki fun and frivolity, 2 VANCOUVER (Stampede only) departures that tie into this event with 2 nights in Calgary during the Stampede, plus a little extra je ne sais quoi on top, and we making this trip 13 days long. think we’ve found your next big adventure. Look for departures marked with • in the price See p.23 for more details. panel on this page (CRST/CRSTR). Visit www.contiki.com/calgarystampede WWW.CONTIKI.COM/SNAP-USA-CANADA

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WHY THIS TRIP? Get the full fl avour of Canada with this complete Canadian experience. Meander through the hills of Whistler, the cool vibes of Vancouver, the mountains of Banff and the culture of Quebec City.

BRITISH ALBERTA COLUMBIA Mt. Robson 2 JASPER KAMLOOPS Columbia Icefield 1 Lake Louise WHISTLER 2 BANFF 2 1 2 CALGARY VERNON (Stampede only) 2 VANCOUVER

QUEBEC QUEBEC CITY 2 #GRANDCANADIAN Places visited MONTREAL 2 MAINE 1 Nightstops 1 1 or more nights at Special Stays ONTARIO Calgary Stampede option NEW 3 World Heritage sites visited HAMPSHIRE TORONTO LAKE ONTARIO 2 3 BOSTON NEW YORK MASSACHUSETTS Niagara New Haven Falls CONNECTICUT Rhode Island New York

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI Special Stay: 2 nights in a 10 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Jet boat adventure in Montreal • Feel the student spirit on a Available on all Rocky Mountain chalet, & 8 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M Heli fl ight over the Rockies ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour Contiki coaches 17 nights in twin-share 1 internal fl ight & transfers from M Canoeing & ziplining in Whistler • Stroll old Quebec on a hotels (19 nights Toronto to Vancouver M Mountain climbing experience walking tour Stampede departure) See p.78 for more • Cruise Niagara Falls

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: New York to Boston . Meet pizzazz. Head to one of the many great gondola ride for views over the town up with your Contiki Team in the one & museums, try out an amazing range of & that’s just the start. Hotel (B) CODE: GCNY/GCSTR 2018 only New York City. Take in the beauty food, shop in hip boutiques & later, party • Enjoy the shopping & activities in Start Finish Total Start Finish Total of Rhode Island on our way to Boston. with the ‘oh so French’ Canadians! Hotel & around the quaint village New York Vancouver Cost New York Vancouver Cost Hotel (D) Hike one of Whistler’s many trails A$ pp* A$ pp* DAY 7: Montreal to Toronto . • Visit New Haven, Connecticut - home 2018 2018 • Behold nature’s beauty as you drive M Ziplining of prestigious Yale University May 11 May 30 5225 Jul 27 Aug 15 5429 through the ‘Thousand Islands’ region See Boston Common, Quincy DAY 12: Whistler to Kamloops . Photo May 25 Jun 13 5225 Aug 10 Aug 29 5429 • Jun 8 Jun 27 Aug 17 Sep 5 Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original en route to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. ops of Canada’s awesome mountain & 5225 5429 Hotel (D) Jun 22 ● Jul 13 5955 Aug 24 Sep 12 5429 ‘Cheers’ Bar lake scenery are everywhere on the way to Jul 6 Jul 25 5429 Aug 31 Sep 19 5429 Travel along the St. Lawrence River Kamloops. Hotel (D) Jul 20 Aug 8 5429 Sep 14 Oct 3 5429 DAY 2: Boston . Boston is a place at the • Valley & see the Thousand Islands Scenic drive through the Lillooet forefront of American history & there’s • • See the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, Mountain Range plenty to do day & night in this busy THE FINER DETAILS eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the See Seton Lake reservoir & picturesque university town. Hotel (B) University of Toronto • Lillooet, Duffy & Kamloops Lakes Prices above are based on twin-share (quad-share only in Banff M * • Walk the historic Freedom Trail Thousand Islands boat tour M with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can Peak to Peak Gondola share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. • Tour Harvard University DAY 8: Toronto . Toronto is another DAY 13: Kamloops to Jasper . Stop Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Today one of Canada’s fantastic, multicultural DAY 3: Boston to Quebec City . for a picnic in the heart of the Rockies it’s on to the uniquely French-influenced hotspots. Maybe catch a baseball game, GCNY: Single room supplement of A$1799. at spectacular Mt. Robson on our way Quebec City – a little piece of old world head to the top of the CN Tower, visit GCSTR: Single room supplement of A$2075. to Jasper. Adventure seekers have the Europe in the middle of North America. Gallery 44 or Toronto Park for people ● This trip is 22 days long & spends 2 nights in Calgary during the chance to ride the rapids on a whitewater Hotel (B) watching. Tonight, feel the global vibe of “Stampede” (the Western Canada section of this trip operates as rafting trip. Hotel (B) a modified itinerary). For this trip use code GCSTR. Scenic drive through Maine & across this city’s nightlife. Hotel (B) • Entry into Jasper National Park the US/Canadian border M Second City improv show • Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. • Scenic drive along the Yellowhead For travel insurance see p.78. DAY 4: Quebec City . Experience the DAY 9: Toronto & Niagara Falls . Highway into the Rocky Mountains ‘joie de vivre’ of this city by strolling down Take a trip to mighty Niagara Falls & get • View Mt. Robson, the highest point in cobblestone streets & stopping in cool, soaked in its mist as it cascades between the Canadian Rockies (weather streetside cafés & shops. With walled the Canadian/US border. Hotel dependent) fortifications protecting ‘Old Quebec’, Cruise to the base of the Falls • DAY 14: Jasper . You might catch a this stunning city has become a living M Helicopter flight over Niagara Falls museum. Hotel (B, D) glimpse of the impressive wildlife in & DAY 10: Toronto to Whistler via around Maligne Lake. Chill out on a scenic Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet Guided walking tour of Old Quebec • Vancouver . Rise & shine this morning! boat tour or relax & explore the quaint M Heliflight over the Rockies DAY 5: Quebec City to Montreal . The You catch the first flight to Vancouver to alpine village. Hotel DAY 17: Banff to Vernon . Today’s travels take you multicultural theme continues through meet your new Contiki Team & wind along • Visit Maligne Canyon, the deepest through three national parks in a single day with a stop to our next stop, Montreal, where the the Sea-to-Sky Highway to the world- & longest limestone canyon in at the famous Roger’s Pass on one of the world’s great French serve up great food & cutting-edge famous resort town, Whistler, home to the Rockies mountain roads. Hotel (B, D) culture. Hotel (B, D) the 2010 Winter Olympics & get a serious Visit Maligne Lake – the largest in the Entry into Yoho, Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port & Mt. outdoor fix. (Your Trip Manager has all • • • Canadian Rockies (seasonal) National Parks Royal, Montreal’s largest city park your flight details) Hotel (D) M Maligne Lake boat cruise (seasonal) See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains • • • & Kicking Horse Valley Olympic Stadium DAY 15: Jasper to Banff . Take in the DAY 11: Whistler . North America’s top BRITISH ALBERTA M views of one of the most scenic highways DAY 18: Vernon to Vancouver . Journey Jet boat adventure alpine resort is your playground for high- COLUMBIA Mt. Robson in the world, the Icefields Parkway & see through the stunning Okanagan Valley, Canada’s DAY 6: Montreal . You’ll love this city’s energy outdoor activities, like ziplining, 2 JASPER some of the 200 glaciers in the area. We’ll wine country, before arriving in Vancouver, where mix of Euro charm & North American mountain biking & rafting. There’s also a KAMLOOPS Columbia Icefield roll right onto the Athabasca Glacier’s we will check out the sites of this cosmopolitan 1 Lake Louise icy slopes in a custom-designed “Ice city. Hotel WHISTLER 2 BANFF 2 1 Explorer”. (D) See Lake Okanagan & its floating bridge 2 • VERNON CALGARY CALGARY STAMPEDE Contiki Special Stay Rocky (Stampede only) • See Gastown, Chinatown & Lion’s Gate Bridge Mountain Chalet 2 VANCOUVER • Visit the totem poles of Canada’s First Nations SPECIAL TRIP DEPARTURE • Entry into Banff National Park People in Stanley Park See the vivid blue colour of Peyto QUEBEC • DAY 19: Vancouver . Feel the young vibe of the city QUEBEC CITY 2 Channel your inner cowboy or cowgirl at the Lake (seasonal), the Saskatchewan world-famous Calgary Stampede. The spirit River Valley & Weeping Wall while exploring its hip shops & cafés. Later, enjoy a of this amazing festival takes over the city for Visit Lake Louise & the enchanting dinner cruise around the harbour & head out for a night MONTREAL 2 • MAINE 10 days in July. See men ride bulls in rodeo, Lake Louise Château on the town! Hotel (B) wrestle steers, race chuckwagons & have an See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel M Dinner cruise ONTARIO outrageous time. The streets are packed with • people ready for fun, as well as competitions, • Ride the Ice Explorer on the Athabasca DAY 20: Vancouver . Your Canadian adventure NEW parades, dancing, live music & concerts. We Glacier ends this morning & it’s time to say farewell to HAMPSHIRE TORONTO LAKE have a special Grand Canadian trip departure M Glacier Skywalk experience your new friends. ONTARIO 2 3 BOSTON that ties into this event with 2 nights in NEW YORK MASSACHUSETTS DAY 16: Banff . Choose your own Niagara New Haven Calgary during the Stampede, making this trip Falls adventure in the mountains around Banff. CONNECTICUT Rhode Island 22 days long. MORE NEW YORK New There’s so much offered like a flight over York Look for departures marked with • in the price the Rocky Mountains, horseback riding, panel on this page (GCSTR). Combine this trip with a New York Uncovered trip, giving you hiking, shopping & after hours, get into more time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer. More Visit www.contiki.com/calgarystampede the pumping nightlife! (B) on p.74.

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES FREE WIFI 8 nights in 5 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Wildlife cruise • Fly over Canada experience Available on all twin-share hotels 4 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M Buchart Gardens • See Cathedral Grove & historic Contiki coaches Modern, air-conditioned coach M Mountain biking Port Alberni with powerpoints for charging • Capilano Suspenion Bridge See p.78 for more & Tree Top Walk

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Vancouver . Meet up with your evolved into a city filled with hip shops, DAY 7: Tofi no to Whistler . Say good- Contiki Team this morning & jump right coffee bars & innovative restaurants. The bye to the Island as we head back to CODE: VAVA 2018 into exploring the sites of this diverse & day is yours to shop, rent a bike to explore the mainland today. Next up is Whistler, Start Finish Total Start Finish Total cosmopolitan city on our city tour, but first the city’s many paths & trails or get out on famous for its world class slopes, 2010 Vancouver Vancouver Cost Vancouver Vancouver Cost we’ll “Fly over Canada” to reveal some the water & try stand up paddle-boarding. Winter Olympics & quaint mountain town A$ pp* A$ pp* of Canada’s most awe-inspiring sights. Hotel (B) vibes. Hotel (B) 2018 2018 Hotel (D) M May 19 May 27 Aug 18 Aug 26 Stand up paddle-boarding DAY 8: Whistler . North America’s top 2545 2569 See Gastown, Chinatown & the Lions Jun 2 Jun 10 2545 Sep 1 Sep 9 2569 • DAY 5: Victoria to Tofi no . Today’s alpine resort is your playground for high Jun 23 Jul 1 2609 Sep 15 Sep 23 2569 Gate Bridge drive is one of the most scenic in the energy outdoor activities, like ziplining, Jul 7 Jul 15 2609 Oct 6 Oct 14 2569 Visit Stanley Park & the totem poles Jul 21 Jul 29 2609 Oct 20 Oct 28 2569 • world. Along the way, you will pass mountain biking & canoeing & that’s just Aug 4 Aug 12 2609 of Canada’s First Nations people through the towering old-growth forests the start. Hotel (D) • Experience Fly Over Canada of Cathedral Grove, the historic township • Enjoy shopping in & around the THE FINER DETAILS DAY 2: Vancouver . Feel the young vibe of Port Alberni, majestic Sutton Pass, quaint village of the city while exploring its hip shops & along the edge of Kennedy Lake (which is Hike one of Whistlers many trails Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling so large you might actually mistake it for • * cafes. Later, enjoy a dinner cruise around M Ziplining solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no the harbour & head out for a night on the the Pacific Ocean) & through the forests extra charge. town! Hotel (B) of the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. DAY 9: Whistler to Vancouver . Visit contiki.com for additional departures. This morning say goodbye to Whistler M Hotel (B) Single room supplement of A$855. Dinner cruise as we wind our way down to Vancouver • See Cathedral Grove & historic Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:00pm. DAY 3: Vancouver to Victoria . Port Alberni via the scenic Sea to Sky highway. We’ll For more ways to save see p.9. This morning we take the ferry over to • Visit Pacific Rim National Park Reserve stop & walk amongst the tree tops at Vancouver Island. First up, Victoria, the the Capilano Suspension Bridge before For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see beautiful, historic, capital city of British DAY 6: Tofi no . Its stunning beauty & arriving in Vancouver where its time to contiki.com/staylonger. Columbia. This afternoon wander the ecological diversity makes Tofino the place say good-bye to your new friends. (B) For travel insurance see p.78. quaint downtown area with its British to be. Get into the outdoor vibe because adventure is king here. Named the best • Scenic drive along the Sea colonial architecture or hit the water for to Sky Highway an afternoon of whale watching. Hotel (D) surf spot in North America this may be where you try your hand at surfing. • Visit the Capilano Suspension M Wildlife Zodiac Adventure Not your thing? There is always hiking, Bridge DAY 4: Victoria . Long-known as North kayaking or bear watching. Hotel (D) America’s most English city, Victoria has M Surfing Please note: Do not book flights before 8:00pm

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NIGHTS INCLUDED MEALS INCLUSIONS ME TIME OPTIONALS NO REGRETS EXPERIENCES 8 nights in 7 breakfasts (B), An experienced & professional M Surf lesson, Waikiki • Visit USS Arizona, Punchbowl twin-share hotels 3 dinners (D) Trip Manager & Driver team M Snorkelling experience & Iolani Palace 2 internal fl ights & transfers & Sunset Cruise, Kona • Entry into Volcanoes See p.78 for more M Sailing adventure, Maui National Park • Visit Punalu’u black sand beach

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HOW MUCH & WHEN DAY 1: Honolulu . Meet with your Contiki DAY 4: Honolulu to Kona via nights on this enchanted island. Tonight, team & head out on a sightseeing tour Volcanoes National Park . This morning experience Hawaiian Hookipa (hospitality) CODE: ALOHA 2018-19 at a traditional Luau. Hotel (B) of Honolulu, visiting USS Arizona Memorial we fly to the Big Island of Hawai’i - Home Start Finish Total Start Finish Total & Punchbowl Cemetery. Later we’ll see of Pele, Goddess of Fire. After joining • Flight & transfers Honolulu Kaanapali Cost Honolulu Kaanapali Cost the King Kamehameha statue located our coach in Hilo, we begin our tour of • See Iao Valley A$ pp* A$ pp* across the street from the ‘Iolani Palace’, Volcanoes National Park, home to Kilauea • Visit Lahaina Town 2018 2018 the only royal palace on American soil. Volcano. See ancient craters & lava flows M Luau May 1 May 9 3625 Oct 16 Oct 24 3665 as well as the Thurston lava tube before May 22 May 30 3625 Nov 13 Nov 21 3665 Hotel (D) DAY 7: Maui . There is something for Jun 5 Jun 13 3625 Dec 11 Dec 19 3665 arriving in Kailua-Kona, home to the Iron USS Arizona, Punchbowl & Iolani Palace everyone on Maui. Relax on the beaches Jun 26 Jul 4 3719 • Jul 10 Jul 18 2019 Man Triathlon. Hotel (D) of Kaanapali, pamper yourself at a spa or 3719 DAY 2: Waikiki . Today, pack your Jul 24 Aug 1 3719 Jan 8 Jan 16 3625 • Entry into Volcanoes National Park, visit join us for an all day sailing adventure to Aug 14 Aug 22 3719 Jan 29 Feb 6 3625 bathing suit, we’re heading to Oahu’s Punalu’u black sand beach including Lana’i - swim, snorkel, play beach volley Aug 28 Sep 5 3665 Feb 5 Feb 13 3625 North Shore for the day. Famous for its big flight & transfers Sep 11 Sep 19 3665 Feb 12 Feb 20 3625 ball & “chillax”. Tonight, enjoy the vibrant Sep 25 Oct 3 3665 Mar 5 Mar 13 3625 waves, surfers & Triple Crown of Surfing Famous for its coffee & nightlife. Hotel (B) Championships, it’s the perfect place to get DAY 5: Kona . Macadamia nuts, Kona is an incredibly laid M All day sailing adventure into the Aloha spirit. Hotel (B) THE FINER DETAILS back community. This morning opt in and Embrace the Hawaiian North Shore, Sunset Beach DAY 8: Maui . • join us for a wildlife snorkelling experience vibe on your last day on Maui! For the * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling or chill by the pool. This afternoon see a solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no DAY 3: Waikiki . The day is yours to thrill seekers among us join in a mountain extra charge. explore all that Waikiki has to offer. Relax stunning Hawaiian sunset on an optional bike trip down the 3055m (10,023ft) Mt Single room supplement of A$1525. on Waikiki Beach or opt to take a surf cruise. Hotel (B) Haleakala Volcano after watching the Trip starts 9:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. lesson, where surfing began. Stroll through M Snorkelling experience sunrise over its crater, its nothing short of the International Market Place for some M Sunset cruise spectacular! Hotel (B, D) For more ways to save see p.9. bargains or hike to the top of Diamond M Mountain biking Mt Haleakala Volcano For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see DAY 6: Kona to Maui . So long Kona, contiki.com/staylonger. Head Crater. Tonight, get into the Waikiki we’re off to Maui, The Valley Isle. We’ll DAY 9: Maui . Aloha! Its time to say For travel insurance see p.78. nightlife. Hotel (B) visit the lush lao Valley before heading into goodbye to Hawaii & your new found M Surf lesson Lahaina Town. We spend the next three friends! (B)

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Hit the slopes on the freshly laid Lake Tahoe snow or breathe in the fresh mountain air of Banff. Need help with lift passes, ski equipment or board lessons? We’ve got you. These 8-14 day trips will be sure to make you feel at one with winter in no time. So grab your board and get ready for one killer adventure

Who travels Winter & Ski? • Those who are looking to take on a new adventure in Autumn, Winter or Spring. • Those who want to hit the slopes and are after the ultimate skiing or snowboarding experience. • Those who want to see snow-capped mountains for the very first time.

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During winter, three of our existing year-round trips include time in the snow playground of Lake Tahoe. • Winter Wild Western • Winter LA to the Bay • Winter California Highlights

F rom DECEmber to March, these three trips feature the same itinerary as the summer trips up until Las Vegas. After this, they skip the visit to Yosemite & spend three nights in snowy Lake Tahoe resort for fun on & off the slopes. These trips feature less TIME in San Francisco, see the trip page price panels for more.

W y hERE ou’ll be: & the 24-hour non-stop bling of Vegas- intermediates & advanced skiers. Lake s Tahoe i one of North America’s style casinos & clubs? The slopes not your thing? There’s lots to most beautiful lakes & also one of its Our travellers can hit the slopes at pick from including, ice-skating, Lake Tahoe best ski resorts. Straddling two states – Heavenly, one of Tahoe’s awesome snowmobiling, sleigh rides or head to (Winter option) California & Nevada – it’s the perfect resorts. The average annual snowfall in Tahoe Village & chill out at a spa. blend of amazingly spectacular scenery, Tahoe is 10.67 metres, so fantastic San Francisco Note: Ski passes, equipment & clothing pristine mountains & pumping nightlife. conditions are the norm. With so much hire are not included in the trip price. Where else can you find a place that great terrain, there’s a perfect balance of CALIFORNIA offers all this natural beauty, great snow something for everyone – beginners,

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14 days Winter Wild Western: 12 days Winter LA to The Bay: 8 days Winter California Highlights: LA1 ( night) San Diego (2 nights), LA1 ( night) San Diego (2 nights), Phoenix Phoenix (1), Grand Canyon (2), (1), Grand Canyon (2), Las Vegas (2), Las 1 Vegas ( night), Lake Tahoe (3), Las Vegas (2), Lake Tahoe (3), Lake Tahoe (3), end San Francisco. San Francisco (3), end San Francisco. San Francisco (2), end San Francisco. Visit contiki.com/winter-la-to-bay. Visit contiki.com/winter-california- Visit contiki.com/winter-wild-western. highlights.

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WHY THIS TRIP? Fight the winter blues with this epic ski/snowboard 9-day experience. Where else but the pristine white slopes of Whistler & Banff.

BRITISH ALBERTA

COLUMBIA Lake Louise BANFF 4 3 WHISTLER Calgary

1 VANCOUVER

Places visited 1 Nightstops 1 1 or more nights at Special Stays 1 World Heritage site visited

PP* P/DAY* 9 dAYS · 2 PROVInCES fRom A$1939 A$216 PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$175 HOW MUCH & WHEn DAY 1: Vancouver . Welcome to Canada! � Contiki Special Stay Rocky WHAT YOU nEEd Feel the young vibe of Vancouver with its Mountain Chalet COdE: SKIR 2017-19 cool cafés – the shopaholics amongst us DAYS 6 - 8: Banff . The next three Start Finish Total Start Finish Total TO KnOW will love hitting the endless stores along Vancouver Calgary Cost Vancouver Calgary Cost days are yours to treat the snow hound Robson St. Explorers will love Gastown, A$ pp* A$ pp* within. With three resorts to choose from, nIGHTS Chinatown & the famous totem poles of Mt Norquay, Lake Louise or Sunshine. 2017 2018 Special Stay: 4 nights in the First Nations in Stanley Park – there’s Dec 9 ✚ Dec 17 1939 Dec 8 Dec 16 2125 Banff is the perfect place to get up on a 8 a Rocky Mountain Chalet no shortage of things to do. Hotel (D) Dec 16 ✚ Dec 24 1939 Dec 15 Dec 23 2125 & 4 nights in twin-share snowboard or skis or maybe switch it up & 2018 2019 hotels • City sightseeing include Stanley try cross-country skiing, or treat yourself Park, Chinatown & Robson St Jan 6 ✚ Jan 14 1939 Jan 5 Jan 13 2125 to a little bit of it all. After long days on Jan 20 ✚ Jan 28 1939 Jan 19 Jan 27 2125 DAY 2: Vancouver to Whistler . the slopes head to the hot springs to chat Feb 3 ✚ Feb 11 1939 Feb 2 Feb 10 2125 about your days on the mountain & wind Feb 17 ✚ Feb 25 1939 Feb 16 Feb 24 2125 InCLUdEd MEALS This morning we make our way to the Mar 3 ✚ Mar 11 1939 Mar 2 Mar 10 2125 11 6 breakfasts (B), legendary outdoor haven, Whistler down, or head out for a well-deserved Mar 17 ✚ Mar 25 1939 Mar 9 Mar 17 2125 5 dinners (D) Blackcomb resort, along the stunning post-piste (slope) drink. (B) (B) (B, D) Sea-to-Sky Highway. On arrival, we’ll help � Contiki Special Stay Rocky * Prices above are based on twin-share (quad-share only in Banff you get your bearings, then get right Mountain Chalet with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can into the action & maybe try a zipline or M InCLUSIOnS Skiing & snowboarding share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. See p.78 for more info on snowmobile ride. Hotel (D) M Heli rides ✚ Single room supplement of A$419. our standard inclusions. • Capilano Suspension Bridge DAY 9: Banff to Calgary . This morning Single room supplement of A$459. M Ziplining opt to take a gondola ride for amazing Note: Lift tickets & equipment are not included in this package. DAYS 3 - 4: Whistler . The hills are views. Then it’s on the road to Calgary Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 4:30pm. where the trip ends this afternoon. (B) ME TIME OPTIOnALS calling! Get up on a board or skis & For more ways to save see p.9. M Snowmobiles, Whistler experience for yourself why Whistler Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see M Ski or boarding, Whistler Blackcomb is renowned for its runs & contiki.com/staylonger. M Dog Sledding relaxed mountain life. With mild & wild For travel insurance see p.78. terrain it doesn’t matter what your WHY CHOOSE US? experience is, there’s something for any #POWdERRUSH level. Or, if downhill isn’t your thing, then • More choice – bring your own gear, or hire nO REGRETS when you’re here – at Contiki-only prices. EXPERIEnCES head out for a snowmobile or explore • Options to ski/board at four of Canada’s • Capilano Suspension Whistler village. Hotel (B)( D) MUST-KnOWS: top resorts Bridge M Ski or boarding • More than just a ski trip – epic options for • Gear hire available (boots, poles, boards, helmets, DAY 5: Whistler to Banff . Say farewell on & off the slopes pants & jackets) to the fun times in Whistler, before it’s on • More included – sightseeing, bridge • Lift tickets are not included – 1, 2, & 3-day passes are FREE WIFI to the next phase of adventure! We fly to walk & more available for purchase at a special Contiki rate through Available on all Calgary before transferring to legendary your Trip Manager. Contiki coaches • It’s easy – we’ll sort your lift passes & ski Banff National Park where we spend the transfers – free between Banff resorts Visit contiki.com/powder for more next four nights. (B, D)

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Want a weekend to remember? From heavenly breaks in Hawaii to unforgettable NYE celebrations spent in infamous Las Vegas. Pack it all in to one incredibly well prepared short stay. Explore LA or party like a Rock Star in Las Vegas. Whatever trip you choose from we can guarantee you’ll be left with No Regrets.

Who travels Short Trips & Festivals? • Those who want to see in the New Year with a shindig some place extraordinary • Those who want to dance till dawn at the world’s most iconic NYE destinations of NYC or Sin City • Those who like to celebrate the special moments in life with short stays in LA, NYC or Waikiki.

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USA & CAnada 2017-19 73 nEW YORK UnCOVEREd

WHY THIS TRIP? Explore one of the best cities on the globe on this whirlwind 4-day Big Apple adventure. Fashion on Fifth Ave, the beauty of Central Park & the bright lights of Times Square are just the beginning.

NEW YORK

NEW YORK 3 1 Nightstops 1 World Heritage site visited

PP* P/DAY* 4 dAYS · 1 STATE FROM A$1015 A$254 VISIT COnTIKI.COM/dEALS HOW MUCH & WHEn DAY 1: Hello Big Apple . Get ready neighbourhoods like the Lower East Side & for three full days in one of the world’s Hell’s Kitchen. Tonight, do it local & head COdE: EAEA 2017-19 WHAT YOU nEEd hottest cities. We’ll dive right into the Big out for pizza, cocktails or catch a famous Start Finish Total Start Finish Total TO KnOW Apple & spend the day discovering this Broadway show. Hotel (B) New New Cost New New Cost iconic city’s sights from Wall Street to the Visit the Statue of Liberty York York A$ pp* York York A$ pp* Guggenheim & SoHo. This afternoon, get • nIGHTS M ‘Sex & the City’ tour 2017 2018 a bird’s eye view of the city skyline on an May 9 ✚ May 12 1025 Jun 5 Jun 8 1195 3 3 nights in twin-share optional helicopter flight. After dinner, DAY 3: More Manhattan . Today’s May 23 ✚ May 26 1025 Jun 19 Jun 22 1195 hotels Jun 6 ✚ Jun 9 1025 Jul 3 Jul 6 1195 hit the streets & get amongst the buzz & another free day to explore the city your Jun 20 ✚ Jun 23 1025 Jul 17 Jul 20 1195 way. Try cruising through Central Park Jul 4 ✚ Jul 7 1025 Jul 24 Jul 27 1195 atmosphere of Times Square. Hotel (D) Jul 18 ✚ Jul 21 1025 Aug 7 Aug 10 1195 on a bike tour, visit The Met or MoMa ✚ See Wall Street Metropolitan Museum Jul 25 Jul 28 1025 Aug 14 Aug 17 1195 • Gallery, or cross the historic Brooklyn Aug 8 ✚ Aug 11 1025 Aug 21 Aug 24 1195 InCLUdEd MEALS of Art & Guggenheim Museum Aug 15 ✚ Aug 18 1025 Aug 28 Aug 31 1195 4 3 breakfasts (B), Bridge. Tonight, opt to visit the Empire Aug 22 ✚ Aug 25 1025 Sep 4 Sep 7 1195 See fashionable 5th Avenue, St. Aug 29 ✚ Sep 1 1025 Sep 11 Sep 14 1195 • State Building for unbeatable views of ✚ 1 dinner (D) Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center Sep 12 Sep 15 1025 Oct 9 Oct 12 1175 Manhattan by night. Hotel (B) Oct 10 ✚ Oct 13 1015 Oct 23 Oct 26 1175 & Tiffany’s Nov 7 ✚ Nov 10 1015 Nov 6 Nov 9 1175 M Nov 14 ✚ Nov 17 1015 Nov 13 Nov 16 1175 View the World Trade Center memorial Take the elevator to floor 86, to Nov 28 ✚ Dec 1 1015 Nov 20 Nov 23 1175 InCLUSIOnS • the Observation Tower of the Empire Dec 12 ✚ Dec 15 1015 Dec 11 Dec 14 1175 & Battery Park Dec 25 Dec 28 1175 See p.78 for more info on State Building 2018 M Helicopter tour around Manhattan 2019 our standard inclusions. M Jan 2 ✚ Jan 5 1015 Bike tour of Central Park (seasonal) Jan 9 ✚ Jan 12 1015 Jan 8 Jan 11 1175 DAY 2: New York, New York . Check Jan 30 ✚ Feb 2 1015 Jan 15 Jan 18 1175 out the Manhattan skyline as we cruise DAY 4: Depart New York . This morning Feb 20 ✚ Feb 23 1015 Jan 29 Feb 1 1175 Mar 13 ✚ Mar 16 1015 Feb 19 Feb 22 1175 to Lady Liberty. For something different after breakfast it’s time to say farewell to May 8 May 11 1195 Mar 12 Mar 15 1175 ME TIME OPTIOnALS your new friends. (B) May 22 May 25 1195 M Bike tour, Central Park opt for an NYC food cart tour – the foodie in you will love it. Take the rest of the day M Helicopter tour, Please Note: We only use a coach on Day 1 to explore. Shop 5th Avenue, visit Times for sightseeing and then we explore the city like Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we

#nEWYORKUnCOVEREd * Manhattan can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. M Square or wander through NYC’s vibrant locals with our 7-day Metro pass. Food Cart tour, NYC Visit contiki.com for additional departures. ✚ Single room supplement of A$695. MAnHATTAn Single room supplement of A$815. nO REGRETS EXPERIEnCES Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. • The Big Apple is all For more ways to save see p.9. yours with a 7-day For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see Metro pass contiki.com/staylonger. • Visit the Statue of Liberty MIX + MATCH

FREE WIFI Got more time? Combine this trip & see more! Starting Available in in N.Y. this trip connects with: Grand Southern p.28-29, the hotel Eastern Discovery p.32-33, Grand Northern p.44-45, North by North East p.48-49, Grand Canadian p.64-65

74 USA & CAnAdA 2017-19 COnTIKI.COM/nEW-YORK-UnCOVEREd nEW YORK nEW YEAR In nEW YORK VISIT COnTIKI.COM/dEALS WHAT YOU nEEd HOW MUCH & WHEn

TO KnOW SHORT STAY COdE: nYnY 2017-18 nIGHTS Start Finish Total 3 nights in twin-share New New Cost 3 York York A$ pp* hotels 2017/18 Dec 30 Jan 2 1629 InCLUdEd MEALS 2 breakfasts (B), 4 COdE: nYnY 2018/19 2 dinners (D) Start Finish Total New New Cost York York A$ pp* InCLUSIOnS See p.78 for more info on 2018/19 our standard inclusions. Dec 30 Jan 2 1735 1 World Heritage site visited MAnHATTAn SKYLInE ME TIME OPTIOnALS * Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we M Helicopter tour, NYC can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. FROM PP* P/DAY* M Food Cart tour, NYC 4 dAYS · 1 STATE A$1629 A$408 Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. For more ways to save see p.9. nO REGRETS DAY 1: Hello Big Apple! . Meet up with the Big Apple. Shop trendy 5th Avenue, For travel insurance see p.78. EXPERIEnCES your Contiki Team, then check out the visit Times Square or wander through • NYE dinner & party city’s iconic sights. Later, you can get NYC’s vibrant neighbourhoods & indulge with open bar (you a bird’s eye view of Manhattan on an in some of the delicious international food must be 21 years of optional helicopter flight, or chill out & that made the city famous. New York is age or older to attend) take in the city’s vibes. After dinner, hit one of the world’s best places to party Get a bird’s eye view • the streets for some drinks in the city that for New Year’s, so tonight we’ll get the ice skate at Rockefeller Center, shop, or head to High Line of Manhattan from never sleeps! Hotel (D) action started with dinner & an open bar Park for some people watching. Tonight, we head to the the Empire State top of the Empire State Building for unbeatable views of Building & visit the M Helicopter tour of NYC & Manhattan (you must be 21 or older to drink alcohol). Statue of Liberty Hotel (B, D) Manhattan by night. Hotel (B) #nYCnYE DAY 2: New Year’s Eve in New York . • 7-day Metro Pass M M ‘Sex & the City’ tour Check out the Manhattan skyline as we NYC Food Cart tour cruise to Lady Liberty. For something DAY 3: New York . Welcome to the New DAY 4: Depart New York . This morning after different you can opt for a fun optional Year! Take it easy this morning, before breakfast it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. COnTIKI.COM/ NYC Food Cart tour – the foodie in you will kicking off the New Year Big Apple-style. We only use a coach on Day 1 for sightseeing and nEW-YORK Please Note: love it. Take the rest of the day to explore You can catch a famous Broadway show, then we explore the city like locals with our 7-day Metro pass. nEW YEAR In LAS VEGAS VISIT COnTIKI.COM/dEALS WHAT YOU nEEd HOW MUCH & WHEn

TO KnOW SHORT STAY COdE: LVnY 2017-18 nIGHTS Start Finish Total 3 nights in twin-share Las Las Cost 3 hotels on the Las Vegas Vegas Vegas A$ pp* Strip 2017/18 Dec 30 Jan 2 1045 InCLUdEd MEALS 3 2 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) COdE: LVnY 2018/19 Start Finish Total Las Las Cost InCLUSIOnS Vegas Vegas A$ pp* See p.78 for more info on our standard inclusions. 2018/19 Dec 30 Jan 2 1129 ME TIME OPTIOnALS VEGAS ‘STRIP’ M Helicopter fl ight, * Prices above are twin-share. Twin & single supplements Las Vegas available. If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a PP* P/DAY* M Cirque du Soleil show, 4 dAYS · 1 STATE FROM A$1045 A$262 same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Las Vegas Trip starts 3:00pm & ends approx. 11:00am. DAY 1: Arrive Las Vegas! This DAY 3: Las Vegas . Happy New Year! For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see nO REGRETS contiki.com/staylonger.

afternoon meet up with your Contiki #LASVEGASnEWYEAR EXPERIEnCES There might be some sore heads, so have Team & get ready for good times in one For travel insurance see p.78. • NYE dinner & party a sleep in this morning! It’s another free with open bar (you of the world’s most famous party towns. day today, so rub shoulders with the high Please note: We only use a coach on Day 1 for sightseeing. must be 21 years of Start the trip & cruise ‘the Strip’, see the rollers at one of the many casinos. Grab age or older to attend) Fremont Street Experience, then party at a bargain at some of the city’s great a hip Las Vegas club. Hotel (D) • Party bus factory outlets & later on catch a show or DAY 2: New Year’s Eve In Las Vegas . party all over again in one of Vegas’ clubs. FREE WIFI Today is a free day to experience ‘Sin City’. Hotel (B) Available on all There’s the option of a helicopter flight Party bus to the Grand Canyon or start exploring • Contiki coaches M See a Cirque du Soleil show the casinos. Tonight join the party & ring in the New Year at a Vegas club – entry & DAY 4: Depart Las Vegas . This COnTIKI.COM/ open bar is included (you must be 21 or morning, swap email addresses & say LAS-VEGAS older to drink alcohol). Hotel (B) farewell to your new friends & the bright M Helicopter flight to the Grand Canyon lights of Las Vegas.

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inClUSionS • Our package includes a hop-on/hop-off LA city sightseeing tour featuring Downtown LA, Hollywood & Santa Monica • Daily voucher for breakfast • Easy access to Venice Beach

Where to StAy The Contiki hotel is in LA – the place to be, so you’re right where the action is at. With Hollywood Universal Studios, & an endless shopping hoW mUCh & When fi x at your doorstep, plus evening hot spots, it’s all vAild (1st May 2017 – 31st Mar 2019) about living it up in LA. With 2 or 4-night options choose 2 Nights 2 Nights your Explorer. Twin Single Code LA3S LA3S Standard (from) A$425 pp A$645 pp

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Conditions: There is no Contiki Trip Manager included on this stopover package. This package must be booked in conjunction with a trip. For twin-share accommodation, both persons must book at the same time, using the same booking reference number. Prices include appropriate taxes & service charges. The breakfast Contiki.Com/lA SAntA moniCA voucher is valid only with the stopover package.

3 or 5 dAyS · 1 CoUntry FROM A$465PP* A$155P/DAY* WAikiki explorer Chill on the beautiful island of Oahu with our 2 & 4-night packages in Honolulu.

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inClUSionS • Our package includes a pre-booked trip featuring Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial & Punch Bowl • Daily voucher for breakfast Easy access to great • hoW mUCh & When surf beaches & amazing shopping vAild (1st May 2017 – 31st Mar 2019 ) Where to StAy 2 Nights 2 Nights The Contiki hotel is centrally Twin Single located & a short walk to Code (Low Season) HI3S HI3S Waikiki Beach & shops & Standard Room (from) A$465 pp A$755 pp restaurants. Enjoy Hawaii’s 4 Nights 4 Nights perfect sunsets from famous Twin Single Duke’s restaurant on Code (Low Season) HI5S HI5S Waikiki Beach. Standard Room (from) A$815 pp A$1395 pp

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#WAikikiexplorer Twin Single Code (High Season) HI3S HI3S Standard Room (from) A$499 pp A$825 pp

4 Nights 4 Nights Twin Single Code (High Season) HI5S HI5S Standard Room (from) A$885 pp A$1535 pp

Conditions: There is no Contiki Trip Manager included on this stopover package. For twin-share accommodation, both persons must book at the same time, using the same booking reference number. Prices include appropriate taxes & service charges. The breakfast voucher is valid only with the stopover package. Contiki.Com/WAikiki hAWAii

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USA & CAnada 2017-19 77 got a question? Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know: WHAT’S INCLUDED? all nationals, or citizens, of Visa Waiver Program help arrange these for you in Lake Tahoe & on the cancellation. Please refer to our Terms and TOURING HOLIDAYS (VWP) countries who plan to travel to the United Powder Rush trip. Conditions for further information in this regard. • Transport as specified on trip pages. States for temporary business or pleasure under Note: Contiki is not responsible for any fees in You must accept these risks involved in travel to • Accommodation, breakfasts, lunches & dinners the VWP receive an electronic travel authorization regards to luggage, ski equipment or overweight any country that may experience security listed in the ‘What you need to know’ section through ESTA (Electronic System for Travel bags. difficulties and accept responsibility for your own on trip pages. Authorization) prior to boarding a U.S. bound PAST TRAVELLER 5% travel decisions. • Sightseeing listed in the ‘Your trip’ section in airplane or vessel. Applications must be filed online DISCOUNT COMPULSORY INSURANCE each trip itinerary. Unless specified, entrance at least 72 hours prior to your departure date, at time of printing, the cost is US$14. For more We’re head over heels for our Contiki travellers, Travel insurance is compulsory on our trips, and we fees to these locations are included. particularly those that love us so much they come information please visit: www.cbp.gov or have some of the best deals on rates. Visit contiki. • Experienced team as detailed on p.14 & on back for more. That’s why when you travel with us; www.travel.state.gov or talk to your travel agent. com/insurance. It is compulsory that you take out trip pages. we’ll offer you a 5% discount on the land portion Please visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/ comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, EXPLORER PACKAGES of your trips from then on. And we’ve even apply-who.asp to check whether you need a visa personal injury, death, medical expenses, • Accommodation, meals listed in the ‘What you wrestled our TTC sister brands (found here - TTC. to enter Canada. repatriation expenses and evacuation expenses need to know’ section on trip pages. com #travelttc) into offering the same. before you travel on a Contiki holiday. • Sightseeing trip as detailed on p.74-75. DO I NEED VACCINATIONS Here’s what you need to know: We strongly recommend your insurance also WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED? At the time this brochure went to press (February, • You must have returned and finished your first covers personal liability and loss of personal • Airport transfers to trip departure or end point. 2017), no vaccinations were necessary. However, Contiki trip before you can cash in on your 5% property. Please check that the insurance covers all • Some meals, as detailed on p.20-21 & in it is wise to check up to date information with discount on your next adventure of the activities that you are going to be itineraries. your travel agent prior to departure. Don’t forget • Past traveller discounts can be applied to trips of participating in. Some policies exclude certain • Me Time optional activities such as white water to bring with you any medication that you may 7 days or longer only adventure activities. This should be arranged at rafting, helicopter flights etc. require en route, e.g. antihistamines, antibiotics. • If you’re buying more than one trip back to the time of payment of the deposit and will, in back, the 5% discount will apply to the most certain circumstances, cover you against loss of • Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than WHAT ARE THE AGE those specified on trip pages. expensive trip deposit or cancellation fees from the date of RESTRICTIONS IN BARS • We’re going to need a deposit before the confirmation of your booking, as shown in the • Personal expense money, personal insurance, & CASINOS? medical fees & airport departure taxes. discount can be applied to the booking insurance policy. Contiki cannot be held Laws in the United States dealing with purchasing • You can’t use it on pre & post-trip responsible for your failure to take out appropriate EXPLORER PACKAGES alcohol, entering nightclubs, bars & gambling accommodation rates & other selected products insurance and we recommend you purchase your • Trip Manager & Trip Driver in casinos are strictly enforced. You must be 21 (because we offer great prices for our travellers insurance at or soon after booking your trip. You INCLUDED FLIGHTS years of age & will be asked for identification. on these already) also agree to indemnify us against all third-party Flights as specified on individual trip itineraries are Acceptable forms of identification to prove age • Once you’re a past passenger, you’re eligible for claims, actions, damages and remedies which may included as part of the price. As detailed within include a valid passport or United States driver’s a 5% discount every 6 months so you can keep be brought against us in respect of your our Booking Conditions (p.79) under ‘General’, license. Laws in Canada differ from the United going with Contiki participation in the holiday. we rely on international conventions regarding States, with 18 being the legal age in Alberta • The discount applies to brochured prices only & air travel and other transportation as specified. & Quebec & 19 being the legal age in British cannot be combined with any non-brochured GOLD SEAL PROTECTION Through enrolment and payment for your trip Columbia & Ontario for the above activities. special market promotions Contiki’s Gold Seal Additional Protection plan costs only A$99 per person (payable with your you acknowledge and accept such. Individual CAN I STAY LONGER? Sound good to you crazy Contiki lovers? electronic tickets may not be issued to you prior deposit only) and includes: Planning a few extra days? See our Special BROCHURE AUTHENTICITY On Your Holiday – Should you, or your travel to travel, due to the group nature of the air/flight Hotel Rates in Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas/Fort We have put a great deal of effort into producing booking. In such circumstances you acknowledge companion, leave at any time during the trip for Worth, Hawaii/Waikiki/Maui, Las Vegas, New York, this brochure. The information given & literature personal sickness reasons or be required to return that by receipt of any applicable boarding Boston, New Orleans, Orlando, San Francisco, produced by Contiki has been compiled with care pass and/or by boarding the aircraft you have to Australia due to injury, illness or death, you Vancouver, Calgary & Washington D.C detailed on & is published in good faith. Sometimes, because and your companion will be refunded up to A$90 accepted the airlines terms & conditions of travel, www.contiki.com/staylonger. of circumstances outside our control, we have to and the application of all relevant international per person per day for the unused portion of the alter some activities due to seasonal closing or holiday (note that in some cases hotels require a conventions and applicable national and HOW MUCH repairs to buildings, etc, especially early or late in international law governing air transportation. MONEY DO I NEED? one night cancellation fee). A doctor’s certificate the season. If this happens, alternative activities is required. All major credit & debit cards are accepted in will be arranged. INCLUSIONS the USA & Canada. Remember to budget for Return Flight Security – If you or a member These are the practical bits that are included on lunch, some dinners & breakfasts, entrance fees NO COMPULSORY TIPPING of your direct family in Australia should fall sick* every trip (except explorer packages): to attractions, optional activities, nightclubs, - REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE! while you are on your Contiki trip, we will take • An experienced and professional Trip Manager souvenirs & drinks. A full list of optional activities Every country in the world has different tipping care of the additional cost of tickets for your and Driver team & approximate costs will be sent with your customs & in the USA & Canada, within service earlier or later return home in the same class of • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints travel documents or can be found online at industries, tipping is common practice. Tipping is air travel on the first available flight, provided you for charging. www.contiki.com. totally optional & only given if you feel the service hold round-trip tickets on Contiki’s recommended • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus has exceeded your expectations. If you think your airline(s) booked through Contiki from Australia. orientations in all other destinations ME TIME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES Contiki Team have done an exceptional job then *Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims • Local taxes and service charges WHEN DO I CHOOSE? you may wish to tip them. must be supplied Look out for on the trip pages. Where you Optionals are arranged & paid for on your trip. This is entirely discretionary – it’s completely up Pre-Paid Cancellation Option – Your deposit see these icons, all of the above are included on By leaving the final decisions until then you can to you. No compulsory tipping – reward only and/or payment to Contiki will be refunded in your trip. choose at the same time as your new friends. excellence! full or you will have the option to carry it over to You’ll get great value as we get you great rates & another Contiki or TTC holiday should you cancel TRIPS WITHIN TRIPS your Trip Manager can offer personal advice. WILL I GET your holiday for any reason prior to 30 days from You may notice on some of our trips that some Some activities are seasonal & weather dependent MORE INFORMATION? departure date from Australia. This cancellation groups join and leave at different stages. That’s as well. Upon receipt of final payment, your trip option covers land arrangements made by Contiki because we offer shorter trips within a larger HOW DO I PAY? documentation will be released 21 days prior to only. itinerary, giving greater choice & flexibility so our You pay on trip with major credit cards or cash your departure. Make sure you visit contiki.com for If the Australian Government DFAT advice for travellers can choose when they start their trip and (US$ in USA or C$ in Canada, except trips that our travellers guide. It’s packed full of essential the destination changes to “Reconsider the need how long they travel for. For the trips that allow visit both the USA & Canada where US$ will info for your holiday. You’ll also receive a to travel” or “Do not travel” you may have your you this extra flexibility (see contiki.com). be accepted). comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including full deposit and / or payment refunded at any time or details & costs of all optional activities available you will have the option to carry it over to another CONTIKI GLOSSARY WHAT SHOULD I PACK? on your trip. TTC holiday. •  Your trip includes a stop and you’ll get the Visit - Comfortable, casual clothing for day wear & Prior to departure from Australia your airfares are opportunity to visit a specific site. ‘smart/casual’ for dining & nights out. Remember BOOKING SECURITY not covered by Gold Seal. We recommend you • S ee/View - You will drive/pass by the site so that Contiki has been running trips for young people that in Autumn/Winter you will need warmer take out Covermore Travel Insurance specifically you can see it. since 1962 & is a member of the Australian clothing as well as a raincoat/jacket. covering the value of your airfares should you • S ightseeing tour - A guided tour of a city or site. Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA). The members A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. cancel your holiday (Please review Covermore • O rientation tour - Places of interest are pointed include all the major tour operators who are For further details, please refer to contiki.com. terms and conditions around cancellation cover). out, allowing you to go and explore them in your financially bonded for your security & who own time. HOW MUCH LUGGAGE maintain the highest standards. With the We are happy to help you with arranging that guarantees of these organisations, you know your travel insurance. Any rebooking costs of airfares CAN I BRING? prior to departure are not covered by Gold Seal. DEPARTURE POINTS Baggage is restricted to ONE REASONABLE holiday & money are secure with Contiki. All Contiki trips described in this brochure SIZED SUITCASE 73cm x 50cm x 25cm depart from one of the hotels detailed on PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS (29’’ x 20’’ x 10’’) & maximum weight of TRIP REGISTRATION www.contiki.com/staylonger. Please check Ready, set, go! You’re booked & it’s nearly go time, No Regrets p.16-17 Photos courtesy of © @ 20 kilos (44lbs). Trips with internal flights may your itinerary & travel voucher for departure however just like when you’re taking a flight, it’s pipstraveldiary, @contikirachel, @allexphillips & incur a fee by the airline for 1 piece of luggage information. Please check at the reception desk important you provide us with all your details @See_What_the_day_Brings. Photos courtesy (determined by airline policy and it is subject to of your departure hotel for details of when & before you can travel. Check out www.contiki.com/ of © The Hall Miami p12 Pool Cabanas, p12-13 change without notice) and will for additional or where to meet with your group. Refer to tripregistration to log into your booking. Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Custom Hotel overweight bags & it is your responsibility to pay. www.contiki.com for details of pre-departure Los Angeles p12 Pool & Breakfast Bar. Photos get-togethers & trip departure times. Fees range from US$25-$100. Contiki reserves IMPORTANT INFORMATION courtesy of © The Pines Resort Bass Lake p12-13 the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on Security is a major concern to all of us and the Hotel Pool. Photos courtesy of © Tunnel Mountain DO I NEED the trip. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk situation globally is constantly changing. Resort Banff p13 Lodge Room. Photos courtesy A PASSPORT OR VISA? & baggage insurance is strongly recommended. Events around the world, coupled with the “Travel of © The Paul New York p13 Hotel Room. Photos You will need a machine readable passport & If you have your own ski/boarding equipment, Advisories“ put out by various governments, may courtesy of © Golden Nugget Las Vegas p13 Hotel depending on your nationality, a Visa for travel you may bring one pair of boots & skis or boots at times necessitate changes to the Pool. 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78 USA & CANADA 2017/19 booking conditions Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below. 2.4 Tickets & other documents won’t be forwarded until full 5. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS 6. compulsory Insurance OUR RESPONSIBILITIES payment has been received by us. The documentation will be sent 5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included Travel insurance is compulsory on our trips, and we have some of the 1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATION approximately 21 days prior to your departure from Australia. in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, best deals on rates. Visit contiki.com/insurance. It is compulsory that On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability & at our discretion, 2.5 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, personal Contiki will reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract departure date from Australia, the full cost of the holiday will be museums, shops, etc. are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and evacuation is only made between you & us upon your booking being confirmed payable immediately on booking & we reserve the right to provide all to place. Meals may vary in style. expenses before you travel on a Contiki holiday. We strongly & accepted by us & our confirmation thereof to either you or your travel documents at the holiday departure point. 5.2 Clients must be aged between 18 & 35 inclusive to travel on recommend your insurance also covers cancellation, personal liability travel agent. 2.6 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking & apply Contiki trips. Legislation in various states in Australia has highlighted and loss of personal property. Please check that the insurance covers 2. PRICE GUARANTEE cancellation charges should payments not be received within the the issue of Age Discrimination. In terms of style & content, all of all of the activities that you are going to be participating in. Some Prices in this brochure are based on costs & exchange rates as at above specified periods. Contiki’s worldwide holidays are specifically designed for a particular policies exclude certain adventure activities. This should be arranged at 18th January, 2017. Should these costs change, it may be necessary 3. If you cancel age group. This fact should be recognised when you book one of the time of payment of the deposit and will, in certain circumstances, to make a surcharge on the price of your holiday. If a booking is 3.1 Freedom Guarantee/FlexDeposit : We know that travel plans can our holidays. cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of made and confirmed at a price which is erroneous we may correct change. If you need to cancel for any reason, your deposit will remain 5.3 Contiki strives to provide a safe, enjoyable & memorable travel confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. Contiki our error by notifying you. Unless we agree to honour the erroneous secure until you’re ready to use it. Or if you can’t go, your deposit value experience for all travellers. Contiki welcomes travellers with special cannot be held responsible for your failure to take out appropriate price, you will have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification is also transferable, so you can gift your deposit at no extra cost. needs or disabilities. However, please note the following: insurance and we recommend you purchase your insurance at or without penalty. Should the total trip price increase by more than 10% The value of the original deposit can be used as credit towards booking • Travellers are required to advise Contiki, in advance, of any physical, soon after booking your trip. You also agree to indemnify us against you will have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification without a new trip. The original deposit refers to the trip deposit only and medical or other special needs that require accommodation. all third-party claims, actions, damages and remedies which may be brought against us in respect of your participation in the holiday. penalty. No surcharge in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will excludes any additional deposits such as Inca Trail, or flights. Any • All travellers must ensure they are medically & physically fit for be made once payment of the deposit for your land trip has been discounts already refunded are not applicable. The FlexDeposit will be travel. Contiki may impose safety requirements necessary for the 7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM received. This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges & does not apply applied as a discount on the final payment of your new trip. The safe operation of the trip. Contiki may also exclude an individual from In the event of your withdrawal from a holiday after the to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their amount allowed to be redeemed is equal to the original deposit amount participating in a trip or an activity if that individual’s participation commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made paid. In the case of multiple deposits due to back to back trips, only one poses a direct threat to health or safety. certificate in support of any insurance claim. No refunds will be made if costs are reduced. deposit amount can be credited per trip, they cannot be combined. • Contiki does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, for any absence from the trip. 3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY However multiple trips can be booked using multiple FlexDeposits. hearing aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal 8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE 3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your booking in Valid on all Contiki trips 7 days or longer. Credit is valid until the client nature (such as pushing a wheelchair or assistance in eating, Airfares to & from your holiday destination, airport taxes, passport accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond turns 36. i.e fitting within Contiki’s age limit as per Contiki’s booking toileting or dressing). A companion capable of providing such & visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, personal its control. conditions. After turning 36 years of age, the FlexDeposit can be used assistance must accompany any traveller who requires services of expense money, medical fees, sightseeing, visits & entrance fees, 3.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we will give you with one of our sister brands, get inspired here www.ttc.com/brands/. a personal nature. meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Trip Managers, Drivers & reasonable notice thereof, in the circumstances, & where available, Credit can also be gifted to family or friends. To gift to family or friend • Contiki does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical Local Guides, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, ME Time offer you a comparable alternative. the customer must email confirmation to Contiki stating the nominated attention will be provided by a local facility at the traveller’s expense. options & anything else not listed in the ‘snapshot’ section of the 3.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to name. Gifting only valid within 5 calendar years of the original booking. Contiki is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as itinerary pages within this brochure. either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another (eg cancelled in 2014, valid on trips up to end of 2019). FlexDeposit is a result of medical services obtained while on trip, or for the quality 9. WEATHER CONDITIONS Contiki holiday without payment of any transfer fee. not valid on existing bookings. FlexDeposit has no cash value and is of the care or services received. Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or 3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure (i.e. non-refundable. FlexDeposit is not combinable with Early Payment • Travellers should be aware some trips include rough terrain, weather conditions, nor can any holiday be cancelled or amended by circumstances like political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil Discounts or Last Minute Deals within 120 days of original travel date. extensive walking over uneven pavement, steps & locations you at any time on the basis of snow or weather conditions. strife, closure of airports or ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity, 3.2 If you cancel more than 45 days before departure, your which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. natural & nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, A$200 deposit will not be refunded. During the trip, Contiki may make arrangements with carriers, GENERAL adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyond Contiki’s 3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to cover the hotels & other independent suppliers to provide travel services. 1. CONTRACTING PARTIES 1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract control) we will give a full refund of any monies paid to us less estimate of cost & expenses incurred by us in the terms of the These parties are independent entities over which Contiki has between you & Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition reasonable expenses incurred by us in respect of your booking. schedule set out hereunder. This is expressed as a percentage of the no control. Accommodation on international trips may differ from can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, 3.5 Contiki is not responsible for the costs of any other travel holiday price & is calculated as follows: those in Australia. Contiki cannot guarantee disability access or PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE accommodation for travellers travelling on international trips. advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in arrangements affected due to our cancellations or rescheduling of writing by a duly authorised officer or director of Contiki. any trip departure. Over 45 days notice:...... Deposit is forfeited • Contiki may, at its sole discretion, decline the booking of any 45-22 days:...... 25% of trip fare 1.2 Your contract is with us as the trip operating company. At any time 4. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS traveller or remove any traveller who cannot comply or refuses to 21-8 days:...... 30% of trip fare comply with Contiki’s terms & conditions. Contiki is not responsible & at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any 4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our 7-1 days:...... 50% of trip fare for any costs incurred in the event a traveller is removed from a trip. other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those knowledge at the time of going to print (February, 2017) but we provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had Day of departure:...... 100% of trip fare Travellers agree not to hold Contiki or any of its related entities liable cannot guarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be available agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person Where the percentage cancellation fee is less than the trip deposit, the for any actions taken under these booking conditions. especially where we have no direct control over it. in the first place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our cancellation fee will equal loss of deposit. If the reason for cancellation 5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements & costs to/from the 4.2 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select complete discretion assign all or any rights & liabilities arising under or falls within the terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold, point of commencement/conclusion of the holiday. accommodation, sightseeing trips & transportation to give you good by virtue of this or any other contract with you. then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your insurance 5.5 There may be times when the Contiki representative has to make value for money. 1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held policy, be refunded to you by the insurance company. All Cancellation a decision in your best interests or the best interests of their group. 4.3 Contiki will guarantee to match you up with someone of the same responsible for any act, omission or event during the time travellers policies valid as at 17th February, 2017, and are subject to change. You agree to comply with the authority & decisions of the appointed sex when booked in a share room configuration. are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on Final policy will be confirmed at time of booking. Contiki Representative & the laws of the country in which you are 4.4 Contiki constantly strives to improve trip itineraries & features. international conventions, national and international law, which may 3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to & after travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Representative’s If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with your trip booking, such as pre & post accommodation & transfers, opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment & well beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a that are cancelled within 14 days of the trip departure incur a 100% being of other members on the holiday or smooth operation of the right to vary itineraries & to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible result of the provision of those services. International conventions cancellation fee. holiday itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with for any other travel arrangements affected due to our changes which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by 3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that the holiday. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or cancellations. Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal may be levied by your travel agent. or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your 4.5 We reserve the right to alter or substitute the type, the size of Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention fellow travellers & any Contiki Representative has the right to travel/ vehicle and/or the style of transport mentioned in the brochure, 3.6 GOLD SEAL PROTECTION 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well being or resulting in occasionally having to utilise transport without some of the Contiki’s Gold Seal Additional Protection plan costs only A$99 & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as inappropriate behaviour by you, whether verbal or physical, will be features promoted. per person (payable with your deposit only & non refundable) having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation and includes: taken extremely seriously & may result in the immediate termination to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to travellers & 5. LIABILITY On Your Holiday – Should you, or your travel companion, leave at of your holiday. In either event, you will be responsible for your own luggage. Enrolment in & payment for a trip shall constitute agreement 5.1 Your travel agent or Contiki Specialist shall, on the receipt of any any time during the trip for personal sickness reasons or be required repatriation & related costs & have no claims against us. & acceptance by the traveller of the terms & conditions set forth in monies, hold such monies for you until the booking is confirmed at to return to Australia due to injury, illness or death, you and your 5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer which time those monies shall be remitted promptly by your travel companion will be refunded up to A$90 per person per day for the or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodation. You are of the Company. agent or Contiki Specialist to us. All such monies received by us will be unused portion of the holiday (note that in some cases hotels require a advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to 1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft, hotels deposited as required by law. one night cancellation fee). A doctor’s certificate is required. hotel staff &/or a Contiki Trip Manager as soon as it is discovered. or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers & other service 5.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any interest earned Return Flight Security – If you or a member of your direct family in 5.6 Where the traveller occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety providers are subject to the terms & conditions and limitations of on such monies. Australia should fall sick* while you are on your Contiki guided holiday, belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, & other service providers. 5.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travel agent or we will take care of the additional cost of tickets for your earlier or organisations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death or any Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of otherwise, whether in respect of the deposit or full payment, may be later return home in the same class of air travel on the first available loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or death, personal injury, delay & loss or damage to baggage. Whilst we disbursed by us as & when we see fit, in respect of the services to be flight, provided you hold round-trip tickets on Contiki’s recommended incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of the accident cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions provided &/or fees payable under the trip programme. The payment of airline(s) booked through Contiki from Australia. *Medical certificates or incident. or as a result of any act or omission of any such third-parties, we will a deposit or any other monies in respect of your trip shall be deemed as proof of all illness claims must be supplied 5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable to be an authorisation for disbursement thereof as aforesaid. Pre-Paid Cancellation Option – Your deposit and/or payment to Contiki permits and certificates required for your selected holiday before your dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for will be refunded in full or you will have the option to carry it over to departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES another Contiki or TTC holiday should you cancel your holiday for all applicable laws. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred disabled travellers (see also 5.3 under Holiday Details & Conditions). 1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY any reason prior to 30 days from departure date from Australia. This as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever 1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in 1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of A$200, per person cancellation option covers land arrangements made by Contiki only. regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas whilst on trip this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent per trip, or the full amount payable if the booking is made within 45 If the Australian Government DFAT advice for the destination changes (including accommodation, meals, flights and transfers incurred due to themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday days of your departure from Australia, must be submitted to Contiki to “Reconsider the need to travel” or “Do not travel” you may have associated delays) are at your own expense. from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such by you in respect of that holiday. This payment is in addition to any your deposit and / or payment refunded at any time or you will have 5.8 You agree that our Contiki Trip Managers or representatives may purchaser. deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first the option to carry it over to another TTC holiday. take photographs & films of you while you are on holiday & that these 1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time instalment of the holiday price by Contiki only once the booking has Prior to departure from Australia your airfares are not covered by may be used in our brochures &/or advertising or publicity material of going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent. Gold Seal. We recommend you take out Covermore Travel Insurance without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from 1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non- specifically covering the value of your airfares should you cancel photographs &/or films. unforeseen circumstances. refundable deposit of A$200 per person per trip which must be within your holiday (Please review Covermore terms and conditions around 5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the holiday, you should 2. VALIDITY 7 days of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled. cancellation cover). We are happy to help you with arranging that travel inform the Contiki Trip Manager or Contiki Representative during The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from May 2017 1.3 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis insurance. Any rebooking costs of airfares prior to departure are not the course of the holiday & if the matter cannot be resolved after to March 2019. only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will it assume covered by Gold Seal. the representative’s best endeavours to do so during the holiday, 3. OPERATING COMPANIES any responsibility or liability if travellers’ special meal requirements 4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is The programmes advertised in this brochure are operated by: Contiki are not fulfilled. 4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to an reasonably possible after the holiday but within 42 days thereof so US Holdings Inc, 801 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA, 92805 with 2. PAYING THE BALANCE alternate departure date of any available trip, you may do so subject that your complaint can be investigated. Any claims made after the 42 the exception of the Mexico trips on p.77 which are operated by 2.1 Credit Card Bookings: Contiki should be advised of your credit card to availability. day period will not be considered by Contiki. If you choose to write to Journey Mexico, Francisco Medina Ascencio #2039, Interior #205, number when making your reservation directly with us. For security 4.2 If the change is requested 45 days before the original trip departure Contiki via the Internet, please provide your home address so that we Puerto Vallarta Jalisco CP 48333 Mexico. purposes, we are required to collect the card expiration date and the no fee will be charged. are able to reply to you in writing. 4. CONTIKI IS REPRESENTED IN: customer verification code. A surcharge of 1% will be applied at the 4.3 A change of booking within 45 days of original trip departure will be 5.10 The contract & all matters arising in respect hereof shall be Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, time of payment. treated as a cancellation and normal cancellation fees subject to Australian Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing. Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, 2.2 The balance of the holiday must be paid no later than 45 days will apply (as detailed in section 3). However trip deposits can be used 5.10.1 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South prior to your departure date from Australia which shall be by the due as credit to a new trip, see FlexDeposit. by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA. date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki. When making 4.4 The new departure price would not be eligible for early payment to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International multi-trip bookings, full payment is due no later than 45 days prior to discounts (EPD) if within 45 days before departure limits of the law. The validity & enforceability of the other provisions Ltd, Guernsey. your departure date from Australia. 4.5 A name change to a different person will be treated as shall not be affected. This brochure was published in February 2017 and supersedes any 2.3 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that a cancellation. 5.10.2 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, other current brochure in the market. you have cancelled & cancellation charges in accordance with clause 4.6 A fee will be charged for any alteration to airline arrangements you agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/ Please see contiki.com for complete & up to date terms 3 below will be levied by Contiki. made by Contiki as per clause 3. traveller costs. & conditions.

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