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ASIA 2020 - 21 TRAVEL FOR 18 - 35 YEAR OLDS STREET FOOD MARKET, INCLUDING AFRICA PENANG, MALAYSIA & THE MIDDLE EAST Pa^gbgÛgbmrihhe takes on a new meaning JUMP STRAIGHT INTO THE RIVER KWAI AT OUR SPECIAL STAY FLOATING RAFT HOTEL, KANCHANABURI @JAKERICHTRAVELS UNFORGETTABLE Lifelong EXPERIENCES memories. ASIA 2020 - 21 TRAVEL ASIA WITH CONTIKI NEW TRIPS 4 REASONS JAPAN IN A WEEK P.50 DELHI TO KATHMANDU Journey to 3 Japanese hotspots in QUEST P.58 TO TRAVEL just a week Visit India & Nepal’s spiritual destinations and national parks NEPAL TREK & TEMPLES P.60 NORTHERN VIETNAM An accessible trek up the stunning ESCAPE P.44 Kathmandu Valley ASIA WITH Uncover Vietnam’s natural beauty, from Hanoi to the hills NEPAL TREK CHALLENGE P.61 An epic trek up the unforgettable CONTIKI 2020 Pokhara Valley 1 UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY From hillside homestays to floating raft hotels, & a Buddhist guest house, they’re called Special Stays for a reason, see p.12 SPECIAL STAY GLAMPING, UDAWALAWE, SRI LANKA 2 3 SOMETIMES BIG UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURES NEED EXPERIENCES SMALL GROUPS Our groups in Asia have an average Over 100 experiences hand selected by of 20-25 people, and never more JUNKBOAT SPECIAL STAY, our expert team that focus on conscious than 34. See trip pages for group sizes. HA LONG BAY, VIETNAM travel & the local, cultural, wellness & VISIT ERAWAN FALLS, THAILAND @BROOKLYNLESLEYY foodie sides of Asia, see p.15 SAPA, VIETNAM 4 DREAMY NEW DESTINATIONS Uncover the rolling hills of Sapa, VARANASI, INDIA lush Kathmandu, & the sacred north of India, see p.44 & p.58 VISIT ANGKOR WAT, CAMBODIA @IJAAE_ $'Đ+0) ASIA 2020 - 21 004 005 JAPAN XI’AN TAKAYAMA HAKUBA TOKYO KYOTO HIROSHIMA OSAKA HAKONE SHANGHAI MT KOYA CHENGDU CHINA NEPAL CHITWAN DELHI NATIONAL PARK POKHARA VALLEY KATHMANDU AGRA JAIPUR KATHMANDU VALLEY LUCKNOW VARANASI RANTHAMBHORE NATIONAL PARK UDAIPUR YANGSHUO INDIA SAPA VIETNAM THERE'S A PAKBENG HANOI NINH BINH HALONG BAY LUANG PRABANG PAI SIDE OF ASIA MUMBAI VANG VIENG CHIANG MAI VIENTIANE HUE YOU'LL ONLY GOA LAOS THAILAND SEE WITH US. 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P.9 CONTIKI CARES P.22 TRAVEL TOGETHER P.10 CONTIKI VALUE & DEALS P.23 ASIA 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 VISIT THE TAJ MAHAL, AGRA, INDIA 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 Asia - you just matter - unique accommodation, tasty food, need to turn up and write the next chapter of unforgettable experiences, seamless transport, 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 87/100 brand rating NPS Score on ASIA 2020 - 21 006 007 TRAVEL WITH US TRAVEL Best month of my life! Everything exceeded my expectations and I honestly could not pin point a favourite place or activity, every day was a wow moment. So much value for money and the places you visit ensure you have a unique experience, still in awe of the most perfect month! Morgan Anderson, Big Indochina Adventure on MEET LOCALS IN VIETNAM @JOSHUAJACKSONWILLIAMS ASIA 2020 - 21 CONTIKI.COM THE CONTIKI DIFFERENCE WALK THROUGH TORII GATES, FUSHIMI INARI SHRINE, JAPAN @AARONKAWAZAKI 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. VISIT KUANG SI FALLS, LAOS @TRAVEL_TOOTH 1 TRAVEL 2 DETAILS 3 UNIQUE TOGETHER SORTED EXPERIENCES Travel is better together. Our trips We make travel easier. You get You want to see spectacular are exclusively for 18-35s, and transport, accommodation and destinations, but it’s the things whether you join us solo or in a a bunch of delicious meals all you do there that make your trip group, they’re designed so you included in your trip, so you never unforgettable. That’s why we can share incredible experiences have to worry about the details. hand-pick the best experiences with travellers just like you from all Our expert Trip Managers & Local and include them in your trip. We over the world. See p.10. Guides sort out the logistics so you also have a menu of Free Time can travel hassle-free. See p.12. Add-Ons you can do in your free time and pay for as you travel. See p.15. CONTIKI.COM ASIA 2020 - 21 008 009 WHY CONTIKI? Our trips include more (much more) BACKING OF THE CURATED TTC FAMILY ITINERARIES We’re backed by The Travel Our trips are designed so you Corporation, giving you peace can see and do the things of mind when you book & travel you want, but also encounter with us. unexpected experiences you’ll remember forever. EXPERT TRIP MANAGER EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS They’re experts in each destination & how to make Want to avoid the tourist traps travel a good time. & find the best pad Thai or sushi Immense trip, amazing places and around ? Our Trip Managers & Local Guides know Asia better people! All organised, didn’t have AN INCREDIBLE WHY CONTIKI SUPPORT TEAM than anyone & will always point to worry about a single thing! you in the right direction. Emily Brown, Big Indochina Adventure on As well as your Trip Manager, EASY TRANSPORT our incredible team extends ALL SORTED far beyond your trip. Our travel specialists are always on hand to answer your questions & We get you across Asia with provide the support you need. comfy private coaches, speedy internal flights and fun local transport - hello tuk-tuks. LOCAL GUIDES INSTANT FRIENDSHIPS Local Guides uncover the fascinating stories and hidden histories of the places you visit. Join us on your own or with a friend or two - you’ll leave as BREAKFAST part of a family. The gang will INCLUDED MOST be your always-ready camera DAYS crew, dinner buddies and dance partners everywhere you go. 4 Your mornings will begin the FREE TIME TO DO right way, with a cup of coffee YOUR OWN THING & a full stomach, so you’ll be ready for the adventures ahead. To get lost, wander beautiful Travel is an amazing gift, but streets & mingle with locals INCLUDED MEALS going about their daily lives. it comes with responsibilities. Contiki Cares is our commitment SWEET SLEEPS to protect the communities we We include a bunch of delicious meals that reflect the culture. visit, the wildlife we interact with and the planet we all share. Comfy & cool places to rest your STAY CONNECTED head that are all right in the Because we only get one planet, action, included in the price & all and together we can make travel sorted for you, by us. You’ll get free WiFi at most matter. See p.22. hotels across Asia. Then there’s our unique Special Stays, where a digital detox is part of the fun. ASIA 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 Have someone to watch in the words of our travellers to push themselves & your stuff when you take conquer a new trick on a dip in the crystal clear the slopes of Japan. waters of Koh Tao. Dare a new friend to eat Make friends from cities deep fried scorpion on all over the world (you’ll Khaosan road. always have a place to crash when you travel. Learn a Bollywood routine in Mumbai with Have a crew of personal a group of new dancing photographers on hand. buddies from across the (Never awkwardly ask a world.