NEW ZEALAND, SHOT by CONTIKI TRAVELLER @NANONELLIOTT When You Find Adventure Around Every Corner
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TRAVEL FOR 18 - 35 YEAR OLDS FEEL THE THRILL OF SKY DIVING OVER TAUPO NEW ZEALAND, SHOT BY CONTIKI TRAVELLER @NANONELLIOTT When you find adventure around every corner DART RIVER FUNYAKS RAFTING, QUEENSTOWN 082 083 UNFORGETTABLE Lifelong EXPERIENCES memories. NEW ZEALAND 2020 - 21 TRAVEL NEW ZEALAND WITH CONTIKI 4 REASONS ALL OUR NEW ZEALAND TRIPS SUN & STEAM P.25 KIWIANA PANORAMA P.34 TO TRAVEL TO NORTH ISLAND OFF-GRID P.26 THE BIG TIKI P.36 SOUTH ISLAND OFF-GRID P.27 JAFFAS ‘N’ JANDALS P.39 NEW ZEALAND ‘SWEET AS’ SOUTH P.28 RHYTHM & ALPS P.40 NORTHERN ‘CHOICE’ P.30 ULTIMATE NZ SKI P.43 WITH CONTIKI NEW ZEALAND OFF-GRID P.32 2020 1 SPECIAL SLEEPS From staying in a Māori village in Rotorua to bedding down in award- winning Eco Retreat and working farms, our accommodation in New Zealand is hand-picked to get you as close to all that natural beauty as possible. SPECIAL STAY LOCHMARA LODGE, MARLBROUGH SOUNDS 2 3 LIVE LIKE NEW A KIWI ADVENTURES From dropping by a kiwi hatchery to learning how to handcraft jade Māori culture, mother nature, surf by traditional Māori methods, our retreats and stars - our new off-grid experiences bring New Zealand to adventures show you a local side to NZ. STAY IN YOUR OWN POD AT JUCY life before your eyes. SNOOZE, QUEENSTOWN KAYAK AT SPECIAL STAY BLUE @MAX_HOMER DUCK STATION TRIP MANAGER CHELSEA 4 WITH THE BEST LOCAL GUIDES Our Trip Managers and Drivers in New Zealand are genuine locals who know every inch of these TRIP MANAGER JOSH @ROBERT_LIB islands and can’t wait to show you SKY DIVE OVER PAIHIA @PENNY_EDWARDS their backyards. NEW ZEALAND 2020 - 21 080004 PAIHIA 081005 THERE'S A SIDE Parry Kauri Park OF NEW ZEALAND AUCKLAND YOU'LL ONLY SEE Raglan Hobbiton WITH US. ROTORUA Whakahoro Huka Falls TAUPO MT RUAPEHU Picton WELLINGTON Marlborough Sounds Kaikoura Hokitika Arthur’s Pass FRANZ JOSEF & Mount Cook CHRISTCHURCH FOX GLACIERS Haast Pass Lake Tekapo Wanaka LAKE OHAU Milford Sound Arrowtown Glenorchy QUEENSTOWN New Zealand TE ANAU LOCAL WELLNESS & ACTIVE FOOD CONSCIOUS TRAVEL CULTURAL LEARN TO CARVE YOUR FEEL THE THRILL BUNGY TASTE ALL THE FLAVOURS MEET A KIWI, HATCHED IN E>:KG:;HNMFŘHKB OWN JADE (POUNAMU), JUMPING OVER KAWARAU :M@B:IHLB<><K>:F THE NEW ZEALAND KIWI CULTURE AT A MARAE, FRANZ JOSEF @ROBERT_LIB BRIDGE, QUEENSTOWN EXPERIENCE, AUCKLAND HATCHERY, ROTORUA OHINEMUTU, ROTORUA @TOMPATERSON_NZ @MAX_HOMER ASK FOR DIRECTIONS TRAVEL WITH US P.6 TRAVEL TOGETHER P.10 CONTIKI CARES P.21 THE CONTIKI DIFFERENCE P.8 THE DETAILS SORTED P.12 CONTIKI VALUE & DEALS P.22 WHY CONTIKI? P.9 UNIQUE EXPERIENCES P.15 FIND YOUR TRAVEL STYLE P.23 NEW ZEALAND 2020 - 21 TRAVEL BROUGHT TO LIFE BY YOU TRAVEL WITH US Contiki exists to bring travellers together to experience the world TRAVEL WITH US TRAVEL LIVE YOUR MARIO KART DREAMS WITH THE SKYLINE LUGE, QUEENSTOWN, QUEENSTOWN @ROBERT_LIB Contiki brings together travellers from all And then there’s you guys. We give you all corners of the globe to discover new cultures the tools you need to make lifelong memories and a little part of themselves along the (and friends), but without you, these Contiki way. Over the years we’ve learnt about all moments couldn’t come to life. We’ve put the ingredients that make up the perfect this brochure together to show you all the trip. That’s why we focus on the things that adventures that await you in New Zealand matter - special accommodation, tasty food, - you just need to turn up and write the next unforgettable experiences, seamless transport, chapter of the story. and an absolutely unrivalled on-the-road team. DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT Feefo is an independent reviews platform that collects reviews directly from our travellers, so you can see the real opinions of real people - good or bad, but always honest and authentic. Our NPS score is our international customer loyalty & satisfaction. 4.6/5 94/100 brand rating NPS Score on NEW ZEALAND 2020 - 21 078006 079007 Exploring the entire country of New Zealand was a dream of mine that I was only going to do at the fullest. Contiki stood out in every aspect and those three weeks were the best I possibly could have imagined. If you're looking to visit this country, good luck finding a program that's any better! Jennifer, The Big Tiki TRAVEL WITH US TRAVEL WHITE WATER RAFTING, ROTORUA @MOLLYCG NEW ZEALAND 2020 - 21 CONTIKI.COM THE CONTIKI DIFFERENCE HELI HIKING, FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER @PENNY_EDWARDS THE CONTIKI DIFFERENCE How it works So you’re ready to have the adventure of a lifetime? Here’s how we make it easier for you, in 4 simple ways. KAYAK THE SPARKLING WATERS OF FRANZ JOSEF @ROBERT_LIB 1 TRAVEL 2 TRAVEL MADE 3 IMMERSIVE TOGETHER EASY EXPERIENCES Travel is about learning new We take the hassle out of travel, Whether you’re learning to surf things, gaining fresh perspectives sorting transport, accommodation in Raglan or how to carve a and making lifelong friends. On and a bunch of delicious meals traditional jade pendant with our trips you’ll share unforgettable for the duration of your trip. But a Māori master craftsman, our travel experiences with other it’s your trip, your rules, which immersive experiences help people from all over the world. is why our travel styles, optional you uncover an authentic New Come solo, with a pal or with a experiences and flexible itineraries Zealand. Our Kiwi Trip Managers partner - you’ll soon feel like part give you the freedom to build the will show you a different side to of a global family. See p.10. trip you want. See p.23. the places you visit and are always on hand with killer local tips. See p.15. CONTIKI.COM NEW ZEALAND 2020 - 21 076008 077009 Contiki made it so easy with almost no planning involved, WHY CONTIKI? it turned what started as a solo trip into creating lifelong memories with good friends Our trips include more from across the world. (much more) Shane, Sun & Steam on BACKING OF THE CURATED TTC FAMILY ITINERARIES Our parent company, The Our trips are designed so you Travel Corporation, shares vast can see and do the things experience & security with you want, but also encounter Contiki, so you can have peace unexpected experiences you’ll of mind when you book & travel remember forever. with us. EXPERT EXPERT TRIP RECOMMENDATIONS MANAGER Want to avoid the tourist traps New Zealand locals and experts & find the best flat white or in each destination. These guys lolly cake around? Our Trip know how to make travel a Managers know New Zealand good time. better than anyone & will always point you in the right WHY CONTIKI AN INCREDIBLE direction. SUPPORT TEAM EASY TRANSPORT, ALL SORTED As well as your Trip Manager, our incredible team extends far beyond your trip. Our travel We get you across NZ with our specialists are always on hand fleet of comfy private coaches to answer your questions & with charge points, WiFi and air provide the support you need. con. When travelling between the two islands, we’ll grab a BREAKFAST local ferry. INCLUDED EVERY DAY INSTANT FRIENDSHIPS Your mornings will begin the right way, with a cup of coffee Join us on your own or with a & a full stomach, so you’ll be friend or two - you’ll leave as ready for the adventures ahead. part of a family. The gang will be your always-ready camera INCLUDED MEALS crew, dinner buddies and dance 4 partners everywhere you go. TRAVEL CONSCIOUSLY From an authentic Māori hāngī FREE TIME TO DO to breakfast buffets with floor YOUR OWN THING Travel is an amazing gift, but to ceiling views of Mt.Cook, our trips include a bunch of it comes with responsibilities. delicious meals that reflect New To get lost, wander beautiful Contiki Cares is our commitment Zealand’s culinary culture. hiking trails & mingle with locals to protect the communities we going about their daily lives. visit, the wildlife we interact STAY CONNECTED SWEET SLEEPS with and the planet we all share. Because we only get one planet, You’ll get free WiFi at most and together we can make travel hotels & hostels across New Incredible lodges in the heart Zealand. Then there’s our of nature or super cool hostels matter. See p.21. unique Special Stays, where a & hotels in towns, all included digital detox is part of the fun. in the price & all sorted for you, by us. NEW ZEALAND 2020 - 21 1 TRAVEL TOGETHER What’s shared travel, and why is it the most important part of your trip? Shared travel is central to your incredible and leaving with lifelong Contiki experience. Travelling with friends. Join us solo, with some pals, a group of other people is about or in a couple - whichever way, long Things you can inspiring each other, growing after your trip is over, you’ll still feel only do when together, being part of something part of a global family. you share travel Extraordinary friendships Inspire a new friend Turn a corner in an in the words of our travellers to push themselves & unfamiliar city and see conquer their fears at the a familiar face. insane Nevis Bungy in Queenstown. Make friends from cities all over the world (you’ll Stay in a Māori Village always have a place to in Rotorua and perform crash when you travel. a Haka with your Contiki crew. Have a crew of personal photographers on hand.