asia

Incl. Laos, Vietnam

Cambodia & Thailand
2010-11

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HANOI
HALONG
BAY
PAKBENG
LUANG PRABANG
This is your CHIANG RAI
VANG VIENG Gulf of Tonkin

playground… CHIANG MAI VIENTIANE

There’s bustling Bangkok, where skyscrapers LAOS HUE

tower over temples & Mercedes compete with DA NANG
tuk-tuks, as well as off the beaten track THAILAND HOI AN

experiences in the mountains & jungle of the North.

Find out why Thailand is a traveller’s favourite.
VIETNAM
BANGKOK
Vibrant Vietnam has it all. Beautiful beaches, SIEM REAP
delicious food, stunning scenery & a rich
CAMBODIA
history. East really does meet West in a fuse
NHA
of traditional culture & modern life. TRANG
PHNOM PENH
HO CHI MIN CITY
Relatively unexplored, Laos offers preserved Gulf of Thailand
culture, open people, archaeological treasures & MEKONG DELTA
a history of Communism that makes it a unique
& intriguing place to visit.

From the French colonial boulevards of Phnom What’s inside

Penh & the spectacular jungle setting of ancient 2–3 Intro to Contiki & Asia
Angkor Wat to the tortuous past of the Khmer 4–5 Why Contiki Asia?
Rogue regime, Cambodia is now most 6–7 Compare our value
definitely a country on the rise. 8–9 Meet Contiki Asia travellers
10 Included sightseeing
11 Optional activities
12–13 Eat & sleep Contiki style
14–15 Transport & the Contiki crew
16 Travelling responsibly
17 Deals
18 Special Stays incl. Sapa trekking

19 Vietnam Highlights 10 days

20–21 Vietnam Experience 12 days
22– 23 Asian Adventure 14 days
24–25 Big Indochina Adventure 25 days
26 Got a question?
27 Booking conditions
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Asia.
Contiki.
See Asia.
An elephant ride in the jungle. A slow boat down The Mekong.
The beaches of Nha Trang. Let us take you there.
Share Asia.
Meet 18-35 year olds from all over the world.
Make friends for a week, and know them forever.
Love Asia.
We’re a family-owned business and we’ve been travelling the
world since 1962. We’ll never stop.
It’s always different. It’s always fun. It’s always an adventure.
That’s the Contiki spirit.

See more, explore more at

contiki.com/contiki-experience
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Why
Contiki
Why
Contiki Asia
Our Asian holidays aren’t like other tours.
They’re different. Here’s why.

18-35. No older. Free time.

No younger.
Travel with us & you’ll meet people your age
from all over the world, with the same goal -
to see, smell, taste & share incredible experiences
in Asia together. We’re the only tour operator
in Asia that runs tours exclusively for 18-35
year olds.
Your time.
All our tours have a balance of free time everyday
so you’ll get plenty of time to do your own thing.
Explore the backstreets, find a great place for a
bite, or sit back & just chill. Plus there’s Contiki’s
Explore More optional activities. Whatever you’re
into - culture, adventure, sports or food, we can
organise it all for you. More on page 11.

Our know-how.
The best bits.
Where to go? What to see? What to eat? How to
get there? Our crew has studied hard, made the
grade & they’re ready to share it all with you.
Our Tour Managers are mostly expats who now
call Asia ‘home’. Many have worked with Contiki
before in other parts of the world, so they know
all about the Contiki spirit. They’re perfectly
complimented by our expert local guides who’ll
share their in-depth knowledge so you’ll discover
even more.
Plenty of
included meals.
All our tours include breakfast every day, as well
as some lunches & dinners. We like to keep it
varied – eat at a local restaurant one night & in
the hotel the next. We don’t include every meal
for a reason, so you have the flexibility to explore
in your free time, meet some locals & try all kinds
of Asian delicacies.
Unique Mix of ways to get around.
In Asia, we don’t just travel in a coach. You’ll
experience lots of different angles on this
to Contiki
destination with over 10 different modes of
transport, giving you the best of both worlds. Mix
it with the locals on shorter journeys & take
private, more comfortable transport on the
Asia longer routes, getting you there faster, with more
free time in the places that count.
More on page 14.
Quality accommodation.
Our hotels are always comfortable & often have
great facilities like pools & WiFi. They’re also
central - so you’ll have more time exploring &
less time travelling. Rooms are for 2, so there’s
plenty of space & if you’re a couple, you’ll never
share with anyone else. We also look after solo
travellers. More on page 13.
Get even more value with our ‘Only with Contiki’ special inclusions like an
Only with elephant ride through the rainforest, a private cruise down the Mekong
River or a locally guided city bike ride.
Contiki Check the ‘Only with Contiki’ section on tour pages. More on page 7.
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More included.
For less.
Get more for your dollar with Contiki in Asia -
there’s so much included. Like private coach
transport, internal flights, lots of sightseeing &
plenty of meals. They’re all included, plus more.
You’ll know exactly what you get for your money
so you can plan your trip & budget
before you go. More on page 6.
Lots of holiday.
Less hassle.
Lugging a heavy backpack in the rain. Getting
lost. Not with us. We do the hard work for you so
you can get on with having a good time. Air-con
coaches, door to door service, a professional on-
road team to look after you. Sit back & relax.
Authentic.
We include some special stopovers like locally
owned & run guesthouses in Sapa, Pakbeng &
the Mekong Delta. There’s also a fantastic
overnight experience onboard a traditional
Chinese junk boat on Halong Bay.
More on page 18.
The perfect group size.
We average 25 in a group on Contiki Asia, meaning
it’s small enough for a more intimate, ‘real’ Asian
experience, but large enough to meet plenty of
other 18-35 year old travellers to hang out with.
Make a difference.
Wherever we can, Contiki supports community
projects in the areas we visit. Like visiting an
orphanage or eating at restaurants that train
street kids in hospitality. More on page 16.
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See how far your An experienced Tour

money goes. Manager & Local Guides

Heaps of
sightseeing inclusions
Breakfast. Transport. Entry to the sights. (see Included Highlights on
Accommodation. Travelling on your own each tour page)
adds up fast (yes, even in Asia).

See the difference in what you get included

on a Contiki tour. They’re the kind of inclusions
& value that means you really get the most
out of your trip.

Contiki from

*
A$

Overnight
trains & cruise

Local taxes &

service charges
113 GO p/day

Transport & driver

(mostly private services
just for Contiki)

Domestic flights
Central & comfortable
superior accommodation

Lots of breakfasts,
lunches & dinners
* Price based on Vietnam Experience & includes local payment
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Our ‘Only with Contiki’ special inclusions are

exactly what they say they are. They’re only with
Contiki. Check out our exclusive experiences below or
on the ‘Only with Contiki’ section on each tour page.

• Private 2 day boat cruise along

the Mekong River
• Rainforest elephant ride
• Locally guided bike tour of World
Heritage Listed Luang Prabang
• Entry & guided visit of the COPE support
& rehab centre
• Traditional Laotian meal at a restaurant
that trains street kids in hospitality

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• All private coach transport
• Guided bike ride through the
Vietnamese countryside
• Cyclo ride to Hue’s ancient Citadel
• Traditional Vietnamese meal at a
restaurant run by a deaf-mute family
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Meet the people
that travel
Contiki Asia
No one person is the same & Contiki tours aren’t either.
Young people from all over the world come to explore
Asia with us, here’s what some of them had
to say about their experience.
“Other than flights to & from Asia, you can
get by with very little money once you’re on
tour. All our transport was included, plus hotels
& breakfasts. You got people from all walks of
life, I think it was a great price that made the
tour accessible to anybody.”
Matt, 28. Law student, American
—Asian Adventure, July 2009
Find lots more past traveller feedback on
contiki.com/community
Nicole, 25. Nurse, Canadian
—Big
“I likedIndochina, September
that you got 2009 parts of
to see different
countries. We weren’t only visiting the big
cities, we went off to smaller stops. I felt like
more of a traveller than a tourist – that’s what I
really liked about it.”
Eddie, 25. Firefighter, Australian
—Asian Adventure, Aug 2009
“It was nice to be travelling with people
around the world that were my age. I knew
they’d have similar interests & want to do the
same kind of things that I did. I definitely feel it
was an adventure trip with culture, not just a
relaxing trip.”
Dana, 28. Dentist, American
—Vietnam Explorer, July 2009
“All our accommodation was really good.
We stayed in guesthouses a couple of times
which were really different & interesting. I really
liked it because this variety made it a really
authentic experience. It really gave you a
chance to meet some of the locals to see what
they do. It wouldn’t have been the same if we’d
stayed in hotels the whole time.”
Nicole, 25. Nurse, Canadian
—Big Indochina, September 2009
“I looked at doing it myself & couldn’t have
done it as cheaply, in the same timeframe.
I appreciated walking into a hotel, being given
my key & having a guaranteed place to stay –
that saved a lot of time. Arrive, chuck your bag
in & get straight out to do the great optional
activities.”
Paris, 23. IT Consultant, British
—Asian Adventure, May 2009
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“We got a great balance of time. Since there are other

couples & lots of singles, you never feel the pressure to be
with either your partner or the group 100% of the time.
Usually at night, the group would walk to the local market,
where we could either eat together - just the two of us, or with
the rest of the group.”
Jose, 29 & Madeline, 32. Doctors, Puerto Rican
—Asian Adventure, March 2009
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E XP E RIEN CE IT A LL

Must-see
Sights.
All included. Royal Palac
e, Bangkok
Kuang Si waterfalls,
Luang Prabang

On every Contiki tour, every day, you’ll get lots of

Included Highlights. They’re all included in the price
of your tour.
Included Highlights are the things you can’t wait to
see, like the beaches of Nha Trang in Vietnam or the
Royal Palace in Bangkok. Wherever you are, we’ll line
up trips to famous monuments, walking & cycling
tours with a Local Guide, organised nights out &
some entrance fees. Every day. No more to pay.

The Mekon
g Delta
ang
Beaches of Nha Tr

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Incl lights
High
Palace,
Reunification
City
Ho Chi Minh Cruise stop on
Tonle Sap Lake
Look for Included Highlights in the itinerary section on every
tour page. They’re marked in a different colour, like this.

Why not share your

experiences with
other travellers.
check out
contiki.com/community

C u Chi tunnels,
Vietnam
Views over
Halong Bay Night markets in Your experience he
re
Siem Reap
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Optional
Activities!
Enjoy your free time.
As well as all the Included Highlights on our tours, you
get plenty of free time to do your own thing – every day.

Spend more time at one of your new favourite sights,

wander round the shops, or just relax.

You can also make the most of your free time with our
Explore More optional activities. They help turn a great
Boat cruise off the islands near Nha Trang
trip into an unforgettable one. We’ve handpicked them
because they’re the things our past Contiki travellers
loved. Best of all, we’ve negotiated great prices & we
can organise everything for you.

NB. It’s important that you check your insurance includes

your participation in adventure activities & be aware that some
of our optionals can be physically demanding and therefore
involve some risk.
Kayaking, Luang Prabang

To find Explore More choices, look for

the orange arrow on every tour page

Boat cruise off Nha Trang

Chiang Rai
hill tribe visit
Authentic
Thai cooking
experience
Kayaking on
Nam Ou River
KOTO restaurant
dinner in Hanoi
Cooking class
Enjoy a mud bath Cruise to Cham Island in Hoi An
Speedboat cruise
& swimming near
Hoi An

River fun, Vang Vieng Cooking class in Hoi An Hmong hill tribe women

To find out more go to contiki.com/exploremore

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ON THE ROA D

EAT
ASIA
All our tours include breakfast every day
and quite a few lunches & dinners. We don’t
include every meal for a reason. We give
you the flexibility to explore in your free time, The
mingle with the locals & try all kinds of local ‘White Rofamous
se’ in Hoi
delicacies. Goi cuon An
—fresh sp
We also like to give back to the communities, in Vietnam ring rolls
so we’ll eat together at a few restaurants that Amok—A
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support the less fortunate. These restaurants special cu dia/Khmer
train & educate local street kids & the disabled. rry
Bia Hoi—
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beer in Hay brewed
Asia has some of the best food in the world & South Eas:t noi
our Tour Managers & Local Guides are fantastic Asia with
at helping you uncover the most popular &
authentic restaurants in the region or city you
are visiting – at bargain prices.
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There’s facilities you’ll appreciate

Often our hotels have a pool, great to escape the heat, &
regular access to computers to check emails & Facebook.
At times, you’ll even get WiFi, if you’re carrying a laptop.

Special stays
We’ve mixed it up a little to include a taste of some real
Asian overnight experiences. Like locally owned & run
guesthouses in Sapa, Pakbeng & the Mekong Delta. And
a fantastic overnight experience onboard a traditional
Chinese junk boat in Halong Bay. More on page 14.

Share Basis
Hotels & the cruise are twin share. Guesthouses & Thai
overnight trains are multi share. Vietnam overnight train is
quad share.

Travelling Solo?
For a small supplement, you can book your own room on
the majority of nights. Or we can share you with another

HOTEL Contiki traveller (same sex) for no extra cost.

COMFORT
Contiki Asia is almost entirely hotel
accommodation. All our hotels are well-located,
very comfortable & have some great facilities.
Comfort means a clean room with an ensuite
bathroom, amenities & a TV. It’s a place for you Halong Bay cruise cabin interior

to relax at the end of a busy day’s sightseeing.

To find out more go to
contiki.com/asia

EASY ACCESS
LOCATIONS
Our hotels have been picked to give you easy
access to the action, like:
Van Loi Hotel, Hoi An
Bangkok
We’re just 2 minutes from Khao San Road.
Siem Riep
5 minutes walk to night markets & Pub Street.
Ho Chi Minh
Right in the heart of District 1 (sightseeing &
nightlife central).
Nha Trang
We’re directly across the road from the beach.
Hoi An
Elephant Crossing Hotel, Vang Vieng 5 minutes walk to Old Town.
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ON THE ROA D

TRANSPORT –
GETTING THERE Tuk-tuks

One of the best From 4-wheels, to 2-wheels, to no wheels (with

paddles & outboard motors instead), there are up
things about to 10 different types of transport involved on a
Contiki Asia trip.
your trip to Asia Unlike our Contiki tours in other parts of the
will definitely be world, we run smaller groups of up to 25 people
in Asia, so our coach transport ranges in size. But
getting around we always use private, air-con coaches instead of
on our many local ones, which means we can get you to more
remote places, quickly & easily.
different modes To reduce travelling time between destinations,
of transport. we use internal flights with reliable Vietnam
Airlines, giving you more time in the places that
count, so you won’t miss stuff.

After that, that’s where the fun really begins –

overnight trains, rickshaws, tuk-tuks, long tail
boats, bicycles, wooden canoes & a traditional
Chinese junk boat are some of the Contiki
transport selection.

Much of our transport is private, which represents

fantastic value. From the minibuses, to Mekong
boats – you won’t be squashed in with a bunch of
other travelers. You’ll have the space to really
relax, enjoy the travel time & take it all in.

Sampan, Mekong Delta Traditional Chinese Junk boat

Mekong boat

To find out more go to

contiki.com/contiki-experience
Rickshaws Overnight trains
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YOUR CREW.
WHO’S WHO? Many of our Tour Managers have worked with
us in other places around the globe, so they
Our Tour Managers know all about the Contiki spirit & what makes
know Contiki & our tours different from others.

they know Asia. They’re English-speaking expats, who now

call Asia home. They’re your walking, talking
Meaning you’ll guidebook, there to help you make the most
of each day. They know their stuff - facts on
discover & enjoy where you’re going, the best things to see &
ideas for your free time. They buddy up with
even more. local English speaking Local Guides who work
with our on the ground tour partner, the award-
winning, Trails of Indochina.

Our professional Local Guides compliment

our Tour Managers perfectly with their in-
depth knowledge of specific places within a
destination, often their home. Meaning you’ll
discover even more.

To find out more go to

contiki.com/contiki-experience

“I’ve worked with Contiki in

Europe before & it’s actually
pretty similar for me here in Asia.
Each day is a new experience. It’s
an exciting challenge - that’s what
I thrive on, to get out, see new
places, try new things & share
as much of it with others as I can.
It’s as much of an adventure for
me as it is for the people we have
travelling with us.”
Dave
Contiki Asia Tour Manager
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Small Footprint.
Big Commitment.
Local Support
Responsible travel is about bringing you
closer to local cultures & environments,
involving & benefiting local people in
tourism.
We encourage you to give a little bit back to
the special places & people you’ll encounter,
through supporting community projects &
NGO’s who care about conserving Asia's
natural & cultural heritage. We also employ
Local Guides who will open your eyes to their
cultures & ways of life, also earning a much
needed income from you.
Some of the things you’ll do in Asia with
Contiki:
– Support the training and education of street
kids in Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia when you
eat in restaurants that have been created to
help get youth off the streets and into a job,
equipping them with both work & life skills.
– In Laos, those that need an artificial limb or
support device, like a wheelchair, are helped
by COPE (Co-operative Orthotic & Prosthetic
Enterprise). We visit the COPE Centre, where
visitors are educated about what happens
to victims of unexploded objects, such as
landmines, their support & rehabilitation.
– We have the opportunity to visit an
orphanage in Cambodia run by an NGO
mission & the local community, & meet some
of the children who are living there.
– Visit the Lao Elephant Camp which cares for
elephants & supports it’s local community
with employment opportunities & education
about caring for their environment.
There are more ways to help, ask your
Tour Manager for more info.
See more at…
contiki.com/asia
Reduce
your
carbon t
footprin
at
contiki.com/resp
onsibletravel
Our Foundation
Contiki is a founding partner of the non-profit
Leading Travel Companies Conservation
Foundation. So far, the Foundation has
committed over US$2 million to help
under-privileged communities & support
sustainable tourism around the world.
Since the Foundation commenced in 2008,
it has;
– Helped to protect over 3 million hectares
of Atlantic Forest in Brazil
– Supported indigenous sustainable tourism
in The Kimberley, Australia
– Supported the construction of 3 conservation
wildlife research camps in Northern
Botswana
– Supported restoration of one of Venice’s
finest art treasures, Monument to Canova
– Helped develop sustainable tourism
practices as a primary sponsor for the
Tourism for Tomorrow Awards
UNESCO & Contiki
We include visits to UNESCO World Heritage
sites in all our Contiki Asia itineraries, not
just so you can enjoy visiting and learning
about these unique places, but also
because conservation counts.
It’s why we’ve chosen to help UNESCO with
their efforts by contributing significant funding
towards their restoration work in Venice
(through our involvement with The Leading
Travel Companies Conservation Foundation).
Look for the World Heritage symbol
on the tour pages.
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WORLD
HERITAGE
SITES
VISITED
Learn more at… For a full list of sites visited go to…
contiki.com/responsibletravel contiki.com/worldheritagelist
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For a small supplement, you can book your own room. Or we can
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The facts: all these discounts apply to the land tour price
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Special Stays
Whilst the majority Mekong Delta
of Contiki Asia As part of the Big Indochina Adventure &
Vietnam Explorer tours, we journey into the
accommodation is Mekong Delta region, about 3 hours south of
Ho Chi Minh & also visit the Cu Chi Tunnels.
in good quality hotels, Here you can see life along the Mekong River,
we have designed our with it’s sleepy villages, canals & colourful
floating markets.
trips to include some We’ll cruise the Delta, visit some of the local
unique, authentic & industries & taste traditional foods at a typical
Vietnamese lunch in a local tea house. Travel
interesting special on 2 wheels with our Local Guide through the
backroads & rural communities on a relaxed
stays that are a little Friendly locals bike ride.
more grassroots. Stay overnight together at a locally owned
& run guesthouse, with home-cooked
delicacies & a live local music performance -
it’s the perfect end to this close up view of local
Vietnamese life.

Share type basis: multi-share.

Sweet making demonstration, Vietnam

Sapa Trekking
This 4 day experience is available to Contiki Accommodation is in a locally run guesthouse,
travellers as an extension, easily added on to where you can get to know your host family &
the end of your Big Indochina Adventure, enjoy this cultural experience first-hand.
Vietnam Highlights or Vietnam Experience tour.
What’s included
Sapa is an old French hill station, set in the
foothills of Mt Fanxipan, near the Chinese • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches,1 dinner
border. Surrounded by huge mountains & • Return overnight train
incredible views, it’s a gateway to some of • Local guesthouse accommodation
Vietnam’s most colourful ethnic cultures.
Share type basis: multi-share. Don’t forget
Starting with a free day in Hanoi, an overnight to pack your hiking shoes & a small
train takes us to the start of our trek. Your Tour backpack or your Tour Manager can Hills near Sapa
Manager & Local Guide will show you along organise them for you in Hanoi.
local tracks, passing through a number of
villages with traditional wooden houses where
you will see the friendly residents going about
their daily lives. Scattered through the stunning
green rice terraces there’s unique stone
carvings from prehistoric times.

Stop off at different hilltribes including a

Black Hmong village, where the people are
D a ys pp
renowned for their handicrafts including silver
jewellery & tribal textiles. 4 $520
from
A Day
30/
To find out more go to
contiki.com/sapa-trekking
A $1 Walking the trail
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10 Days
When to go
and how much Asia
Code: VIHI 2009/2010/2011

Start Finish Tour Local Total Cost 10 Days Vietnam Highlights

Ho Chi Hanoi A$ pp* Payment A$ pp* 1 country
Minh A$ pp†
9 nights accomm

Vietnam 2009
NOV 25
DEC 16
DEC 23
DEC 4
DEC 25
JAN 1
995
995
995
150
150
150
1145
1145
1145
9 breakfasts, 2 lunches
& 2 dinners

Highlights DEC 30
2010
JAN 6
JAN 13
JAN 8

JAN 15
JAN 22
995

995
995
150

150
150
1145

1145
1145
Visits:
Vietnam
JAN 20 JAN 29 995 150 1145
JAN 27 FEB 5 995 150 1145
FEB 3 FEB 12 995 150 1145
FEB 18 FEB 27 995 150 1145 What’s included
FEB 24 MAR 5 995 150 1145
MAR 3 MAR 12 995 150 1145 All as per itinerary

ays 5pp* MAR 10 MAR 19 995 150 1145 • 9 nights accommodation: 8 nights
0 D MAR 17 MAR 26 995 150 1145 in 3 star hotels & 1 overnight cruise
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A$ 114 y MAR 24
MAR 31
APR 2
APR 9
995
995
150
150
1145
1145
• 9 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and

/Da
2 dinners (D)
from APR 7 APR 16 995 150 1145

1 15 APR 14 APR 23 995 150 1145

• A dedicated crew with an
A$ APR 22
APR 28
MAY 1
MAY 7
995
995
150
150
1145
1145
experienced & professional Tour
Manager & local English-speaking
MAY 5 MAY 14 995 150 1145 guides
MAY 12 MAY 21 995 150 1145 • Local taxes & service charges
MAY 19 MAY 28 995 150 1145 • 3 domestic flights
MAY 26 JUN 4 995 150 1145
• Transport & included sightseeing
contiki.com/vietnam-highlights JUN 2 JUN 11 995 150 1145
JUN 9
JUN 16
JUN 18
JUN 25
995
995
150
150
1145
1145
• Number of World
Heritage sites visited 3WORLD
HERITAGE
SITES
VISITED

JUN 24 JUL 3 995 150 1145

Itinerary and JUN 30 JUL 9 995 150 1145
JUL 7 JUL 16 995 150 1145
included sightseeing VIETNAM JUL 14 JUL 23 995 150 1145
HANOI 2
JUL 21 JUL 30 995 150 1145
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City Halong Bay
JUL 28 AUG 6 995 150 1145
Formerly known as Saigon, cosmopolitan 1
AUG 4 AUG 13 995 150 1145
Ho Chi Minh is packed with pagodas, AUG 11 AUG 20 995 150 1145
Laos
roadside shops, high-rises & reminders of LAOS AUG 15 AUG 24 995 150 1145
the Vietnam war. Tonight meet your Tour AUG 26 SEP 4 995 150 1145 Save Money!
Manager & fellow travellers at the hotel. SEP 5 SEP 14 995 150 1145 If you pay 12 months in advance,
Tantalise the tastebuds as you hit the SEP 19 SEP 28 995 150 1145 you save A$99. Or pay 6
thriving Ben Thanh markets – you can pick 1 HUE NOV 1 NOV 10 1045 150 1195 months in advance & save A$49.
up anything from tasty local foods to NOV 8 NOV 17 1045 150 1195 See pg17 for details.
Vietnam’s iconic conical hats. Hotel. Da Nang NOV 15 NOV 24 1045 150 1195
Thailand NOV 29 DEC 8 1045 150 1195
Days 2-10: Hoi Chi Minh City to Hanoi 2
Refer to days 4 -12 of the Vietnam
Experience tour itinerary & included
THAILAND
HOI AN DEC 6
DEC 13
DEC 15
DEC 22
1045
1045
150
150
1195
1195 Sapa Trekking
DEC 20 DEC 29 1045 150 1195 Combine this trip with Sapa
sightseeing on page 21. DEC 27 JAN 5 1045 150 1195 Trekking. See page 18.
NHA TRANG 2 2011
Only with Contiki Cambodia
CAMBODIA
JAN 3 JAN 12 1045 150 1195
(special inclusions) JAN 10 JAN 19 1045 150 1195
JAN 17 JAN 26 1045 150 1195
• Guided bike ride through the Vietnamese 1 JAN 24 FEB 2 1045 150 1195
countryside HO CHI MINH CITY JAN 31 FEB 9 1045 150 1195
• Cyclo ride to Hue’s ancient Citadel FEB 7 FEB 16 1045 150 1195
• Traditional Vietnamese meal at a Places visited South China Sea FEB 14 FEB 23 1045 150 1195
restaurant run by a deaf-mute family 1 1 or more nightstops FEB 21 MAR 2 1045 150 1195
FEB 28 MAR 9 1045 150 1195
• All private coach transport
MAR 7 MAR 16 1045 150 1195
MAR 14 MAR 23 1045 150 1195
MAR 21 MAR 30 1045 150 1195
MAR 28 APR 6 1045 150 1195

* Prices above are based on twin-share. If travelling alone

Contiki will team you with a buddy at no extra cost.
Optional single room supplement is available for
A$345 (only applicable in hotels).
† A local payment of US$135 is collected in cash on
first day of tour. A$150 above is based on exchange
rate at time of print & will vary according to exchange
rate fluctuation.
A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation
options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Old town, Hoi An Busy streets of Hanoi

NHA TRANG: Relaxing island cruise off Hon Mun island with swim stops &
snorkelling HOI AN: Authentic & tasty Vietnamese cooking class – Speedboat
cruise to Cham Island with swimming, snorkelling & a beachside lunch
ENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES HANOI: Dinner at KOTO restaurant where former street children are trained in hospitality

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HANOI 2 Halong Bay

Burma
Only with Contiki (special inclusions) 1

• Guided bike ride through the Laos

LAOS
Vietnamese countryside
• Cyclo ride to Hue’s ancient Citadel
• Traditional Vietnamese meal at a 1 HUE
restaurant run by a deaf-mute
family Thailand
Da Nang

2 HOI AN
• All private coach transport THAILAND

Cambodia
CAMBODIA 2 NHA TRANG

2
HO CHI MINH CITY
Places visited MEKONG DELTA 1
contiki.com/vietnam-experience 1 1 or more nightstops South China Sea

NHA TRANG: Relaxing cruise off Hon Mun Island with swim stops & snorkelling
ENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
 21
Itinerary and city, known for it’s colourful cloths and made
to order tailors, then taste why Vietnamese
When to go
included sightseeing food has such a good reputation with an
optional cooking class! Hotel (B)
and how much Asia
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City Visit the city’s Old Quarter & Japanese Code: VIEP 2009/2010/2011
Formerly known as Saigon, cosmopolitan covered bridge
Ho Chi Minh is packed with pagodas, Start Finish Tour Local Total Cost 12 Days Vietnam Experience
Day 7: Hoi An
roadside shops, high-rises & reminders of
Maybe head to the untouched Cham Island
Ho Chi Hanoi A$ pp* Payment A$ pp* 1 country
the Vietnam war. Tonight meet your Tour Minh A$ pp†
on a speed boat cruise. With snorkelling, 11 nights accomm
Manager & fellow travellers at the hotel.
Tantalise the tastebuds as you hit the
secluded beaches & delicious local food 2009 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches
prepared at a beach-side restaurant, this is NOV 23 DEC 4 1175 175 1350 & 3 dinners
thriving Ben Thanh markets – you can pick
a great way to spend the day. Otherwise DEC 14 DEC 25 1175 175 1350
up anything from tasty local foods to
there’s galleries, antique shops in the old DEC 21 JAN 1 1175 175 1350
Vietnam’s iconic conical hats. Hotel.
town or take a walk along the historic DEC 28 JAN 8 1175 175 1350
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta waterfront to the local markets. Hotel (B)
2010
It’s a 2 day journey into the Mekong Delta.
We’ll try out sanpans (local boats), take in
Day 8: Hoi An to Hue JAN 4 JAN 15 1175 175 1350 What’s included
There are stunning coastal views while JAN 11 JAN 22 1175 175 1350
local industries & see floating markets & All as per itinerary
driving over the “Pass of the Ocean JAN 18 JAN 29 1175 175 1350
fish farms – giving a peek of everyday • 11 nights accommodation: 9 nights
Clouds” to the former Royal City of Hue. JAN 25 FEB 5 1175 175 1350
waterway life. Back on dry land, we’ll get in 3 star hotels, 1 night in a
Visit the colourful imperial Tu Duc tomb FEB 1 FEB 12 1175 175 1350
on 2 wheels as we ride past rural
with its intricately decorated pavilions & the FEB 16 FEB 27 1175 175 1350 guesthouse & 1 overnight cruise
communities. Tonight, perhaps see a
7-storied Thien Mu Pagoda before we FEB 22 MAR 5 1175 175 1350 • 11 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L)
musical performance before dinner at our
board a dragon boat & drift down the MAR 1 MAR 12 1175 175 1350 & 3 dinners (D)
local guesthouse. Guesthouse (B,L,D)
Perfume River before dinner at a family-run MAR 8 MAR 19 1175 175 1350
Mekong Delta cruise restaurant. Hotel (B,D) MAR 15 MAR 26 1175 175 1350
• A dedicated crew with an
experienced & professional Tour
See local demonstrations MAR 22 APR 2 1175 175 1350
Cross the Hai Van Pass Manager & local English-speaking
MAR 29 APR 9 1175 175 1350
Visit a local tea garden Perfume River cruise APR 5 APR 16 1175 175 1350 guides
Day 3: Mekong Delta to Ho Chi Minh City Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda & the Tu Duc APR 12 APR 23 1175 175 1350 • Local taxes & service charges
We head back to Ho Chi Minh City via the Mausoleum APR 20 MAY 1 1175 175 1350 • 3 domestic flights
Viet Cong’s legendary tunnels in Cu Chi. Day 9: Hue to Hanoi
APR 26 MAY 7 1175 175 1350 • Transport & included sightseeing
See traps, hidden doors & some of the MAY 3 MAY 14 1175 175 1350
• Number of World
3
WORLD
Start the morning with a cyclo tour before our MAY 10 MAY 21 1175 175 1350
HERITAGE
SITES
250kms of tunnels that Vietnamese flight to Hanoi. Full of French flair, Chinese Heritage sites visited VISITED
resistance fighters dug by hand – you can MAY 17 MAY 28 1175 175 1350
culture & Vietnamese vitality – it’s an open-air MAY 24 JUN 4 1175 175 1350
even go down into the skinny tunnels & museum. Walk the wide Parisian-style
experience them first-hand! Hotel (B) MAY 31 JUN 11 1175 175 1350
boulevards & take in the shuttered mansions, JUN 7 JUN 18 1175 175 1350
Visit to the Cu Chi tunnels or relax with bia hoi (draught beer) & people- JUN 14 JUN 25 1175 175 1350
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang watch. Hotel (B) JUN 22 JUL 3 1175 175 1350
View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Cyclo ride JUN 28 JUL 9 1175 175 1350
Post Office & the Presidential (or JUL 5 JUL 16 1175 175 1350
Day 10: Hanoi to Halong Bay
Reunification) Palace on our city tour. We JUL 12 JUL 23 1175 175 1350
Today we board a traditional junk boat on
also visit the War Remnants Museum for JUL 19 JUL 30 1175 175 1350
Halong Bay for our overnight cruise. See
some history on the Vietnam War. Explore JUL 26 AUG 6 1175 175 1350
amazing views as we pass hidden coves, Save Money!
the city before catching a flight to Nha AUG 2 AUG 13 1175 175 1350
sheer cliffs & stunning beaches. We check out If you pay 12 months in advance,
Trang, famous for its golden beaches & AUG 9 AUG 20 1175 175 1350
the Sung Sot Caves & stop for a swim in an you save A$119. Or pay 6 months
idyllic turquoise waters. Hotel (B) AUG 13 AUG 24 1175 175 1350
idyllic lagoon before docking at the magical in advance & save A$59. See page
AUG 24 SEP 4 1175 175 1350
View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Dao Titop for sunset. Junk boat (B,L,D) 17 for details.
OCT 30 NOV 10 1175 175 1350
Post Office & Presidential Palace Visit the Sung Sot Caves NOV 6 NOV 17 1235 175 1410
Visit to the War Remnants Museum NOV 13 NOV 24 1235 175 1410
Day 5: Nha Trang
Boat cruise of grotto island
Entry to Dao Titop
NOV 27
DEC 4
DEC 8
DEC 15
1235
1235
175
175
1410
1410
Sapa Trekking
Sink into the laid-back beach lifestyle with Combine this trip with Sapa
Day 11: Halong Bay to Hanoi DEC 11 DEC 22 1235 175 1410
a free day to enjoy the sun & sea. Do your Trekking. See page 18.
Wake to more fantastic views from the junk DEC 18 DEC 29 1235 175 1410
own thing or take off to the gorgeous
before we return to Hanoi. Later you could DEC 25 JAN 5 1235 175 1410
offshore islands on our optional cruise
with swim stops, snorkelling & banquet try Hanoi’s world-famous water puppet 2011
lunch. Afterwards perhaps, indulge in a performance before our optional farewell JAN 1 JAN 12 1235 175 1410
mineral mud bath & hot springs experience dinner at KOTO restaurant, where former JAN 8 JAN 19 1235 175 1410
before getting a taste of Nha Trang by street children are trained in hospitality skills. JAN 15 JAN 26 1235 175 1410
night! Hotel (B) Hotel (B,L) JAN 22 FEB 2 1235 175 1410
View the Temple of Literature JAN 29 FEB 9 1235 175 1410
Day 6: Nha Trang to Hoi An FEB 5 FEB 16 1235 175 1410
Fly to Danang & travel down to Hoi An. We Day 12: Depart Hanoi FEB 12 FEB 23 1235 175 1410
take a guided walking tour through the Old Your tour ends after breakfast, so it’s time FEB 19 MAR 2 1235 175 1410
Quarter, before some free time. Explore this to say farewell to your group. (B) FEB 26 MAR 9 1235 175 1410
MAR 5 MAR 16 1235 175 1410
MAR 12 MAR 23 1235 175 1410
MAR 19 MAR 30 1235 175 1410
MAR 26 APR 6 1235 175 1410

* Prices above are based on twin-share in hotels &

multi-share in guesthouse. If travelling alone Contiki
will team you with a buddy.
Optional single room supplement is available for
A$409 (only applicable in hotels).
† A local payment of US$160 is collected in cash on
first day of tour. A$175 above is based on exchange
rate at time of print & will vary according to exchange
rate fluctuation.
A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking
Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation
options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Beaches of Nha Trang Flag Tower, Hue

HOI AN: Authentic & tasty Vietnamese cooking class – Speedboat cruise to Cham Island with swimming, snorkelling & a beachside lunch
HANOI: Dinner at KOTO restaurant where former street children are trained in hospitality

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14 Days
Asian
Adventure

D ays pp*
14 $1845
from
A Day
$1 32/
A

Visits: Vietnam
Thailand, Laos & Cambodia Burma
LUANG PRABANG
PAKBENG 2
1
Only with Contiki (special inclusions)
LAOS
• Private 2 day boat cruise along CHIANG RAI 1
2 VANG VIENG
the Mekong River CHIANG MAI 1 VIENTIANE 1
• Rainforest elephant ride
• Locally guided bike tour of World
Heritage listed Luang Prabang THAILAND
• Entry & guided visit of the COPE
11

support and rehab centre

• Traditional Laotian meal at a BANGKOK 1
SIEM
REAP
restaurant that trains street kids 2 CAMBODIA

• All private coach transport

1 PHNOM PENH

South China Sea

Places visited
contiki.com/asian-adventure 1 1 or more nightstops

CHIANG MAI: Traditional hands-on Thai cooking class experience

ENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Itinerary and
included sightseeing
Day 1: Arrive Bangkok
Tuk-tuks, streetside BBQs, neon lights &
buzzing street life, it’s bustling Bangkok!
Arrive at the hotel & meet your Tour
Manager & fellow travellers, then hit the
city for a night out. Hotel.
Day 2: Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Visit the incredible Royal Palace & Emerald
Buddha Temple. Later, cruise the klongs
(canals) & see locals going about their day
then dive into the downtown area’s plazas,
or shops in Siam Square. Try Chinatown
for some Asian delicacies before we board
an overnight train to Chiang Mai. Overnight
train. (B)
Visit the Royal Palace & Emerald
Buddha
Guided klong (canal) tour
Day 3: Chiang Mai
Head for the hills with our local guide; visit
Wat Phrathat temple & maybe even receive
a Buddhist blessing! Surrounded by a
moat & 300 temples, chill out & explore
Chiang Mai. You could take an optional
Thai cooking class tonight, chill by the pool
or visit the famous Night Bazaar. Hotel. (B)
Day 4: Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
Today we head towards Chiang Rai. In the
23
Day 10: Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Arriving in Vientiane, we’ll take a locally
guided city tour of the nation’s French Asia
influenced capital. Later, we’ll visit That Luang
& view Laos’ ‘Arc de Triomphe’ Hotel (B,D)
Visit Luang Stupa & Patuxi
14 Days Asian Adventure
Visit to COPE exhibition centre 3 countries
Dinner at Makphet Restaurant 13 nights accomm
13 breakfasts, 2 lunches
Day 11: Vientiane to Phnom Penh
Goodbye Laos & hello Cambodia as you & 2 dinners
travel by plane to the capital city, once Buddhist blessing
known as the “Pearl of Asia”. View first
hand the reminders of the country’s dark
history with a visit to the Khmer Rouge
‘Killing Fields’ & the Tuol Sleng Genocide What’s included
Museum. Tonight, take it easy & maybe
All as per itinerary
enjoy some drinks at a floating bar on the
• 13 nights accommodation: 11
river. Hotel (B) nights in 3 star hotels, 1 night in a
Visit the ‘Killing Fields’ & Genocide guesthouse & 1 overnight train
Museum • 13 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L)
& 2 dinners (D)
Day 12: Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
Catch a flight to Siem Reap, before taking • A dedicated crew with an
a private boat cruise to see the unique experienced & professional Tour
Mae Sa waterfalls, Chiang Mai Manager & local English-speaking
floating villages found here. Chill out with a
visit to the Psar Chas (old market) for guides
handicrafts & exotic fresh produce. Or, for When to go • Local taxes & service charges
a dose of culture, see an Aspara dance • 2 domestic flights
performance. Hotel (B) and how much • Transport & included sightseeing
Tonle Sap lake cruise
Day 13: Siem Reap
Code: ASAD 2009/2010/2011
• Number of World
Heritage sites visited 2 WORLD
HERITAGE
SITES
VISITED

Wake to watch the sun rise over Angkor Start Finish Tour Local Total Cost
afternoon, opt to visit unique hill tribe Bangkok Siem Reap A$ pp* Payment A$ pp*
villages before heading back to Chang Rai Wat, the largest religious monument in the
A$ pp†
to explore or check out a local night stop. world & hear the legends of the sacred sites
Hotel (B) of the Khmer Empire from your local guide. 2009
Later, we visit Angkor Thom by tuk-tuk & Ta NOV 10 NOV 23 1640 205 1845
Day 5: Chiang Rai to Pakbeng Prohm temple, as seen in the movie Tomb DEC 8 DEC 21 1640 205 1845
After crossing the Thai/Laos border, we Raider. After a long day of sights relax, play DEC 22 JAN 4 1640 205 1845
board our private boat & cruise the mighty some pool, or venture down Pub Street to 2010
Mekong River. Drift through towering, explore the nightlife. Hotel (B) JAN 5 JAN 18 1640 205 1845
jungle covered gorges, taking sneak peeks JAN 19 FEB 1 1640 205 1845
at local life in remote villages along the river Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta FEB 3 FEB 16 1640 205 1845
banks. We arrive before sunset in Pakbeng Prohm FEB 16 MAR 1 1640 205 1845
for our overnight stay. Guesthouse (B,L,D) Day 14: Ends Siem Reap MAR 9 MAR 22 1640 205 1845
MAR 23 APR 5 1640 205 1845
See local riverside villages Our tour ends this morning after breakfast
APR 7 APR 20 1640 205 1845
so it’s time to say goodbye to your travel APR 20 MAY 3 1640 205 1845
Day 6: Pakbeng to Luang Prabang
buddies and Tour Manager. (B) MAY 11 MAY 24 1640 205 1845
Continue cruising the Mekong before
arriving in the historic hotspot Luang MAY 25 JUN 7 1640 205 1845
JUN 9 JUN 22 1640 205 1845
Prabang. Take a bike tour around town,
JUN 22 JUL 5 1640 205 1845
visit Wat Xiang Thong monastery & perhaps JUL 13 JUL 26 1640 205 1845
take a walk up Mt Phu Si before perusing JUL 31 AUG 13 1640 205 1845
the night markets where local people sell AUG 11 AUG 24 1640 205 1845
their textiles & handicrafts. Hotel (B,L) AUG 23 SEP 5 1640 205 1845
SEP 6 SEP 19 1640 205 1845
Visit the Pak Ou Caves OCT 31 NOV 13 1640 205 1845
Visit Wat Xieng Thong temple & Mt NOV 14 NOV 27 1725 205 1930
Phu Si NOV 28 DEC 11 1725 205 1930 Save Money!
DEC 12 DEC 25 1725 205 1930 If you pay 12 months in
Day 7: Luang Prabang DEC 26 JAN 8 1725 205 1930 advance, you save A$165.
If you make an early start, take part in the Or pay 6 months in
2011
ritual of offering alms (food) to the hundreds JAN 9 JAN 22 1725 205 1930 advance & save A$85.
of Buddhist monks. If you feel like cooling JAN 23 FEB 5 1725 205 1930 See page 17 for details.
off, take a trip to the Kouang Si Falls for a FEB 6 FEB 19 1725 205 1930
swim or visit the Royal Palace. Hotel (B) FEB 20 MAR 5 1725 205 1930
MAR 6 MAR 19 1725 205 1930
Day 8: Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng
MAR 20 APR 2 1725 205 1930
Today it’s on to riverside & action packed
Vang Vieng, known for its dramatic
limestone karsts (rock formations) & * Prices above are based on twin-share in hotels &
multi-share in guesthouse & train. If travelling alone
Contiki will team you with a buddy, at no extra cost.
outdoor adventure activities. Later, check
out the buzzing nightlife in this vibrant Optional single room supplement is available for
backpacker town. Hotel (B) A$415 (only applicable in hotels).
Scenic drive to Vang Vieng
† A local payment of US$185 is collected in cash on
first day of tour. A$205 above is based on exchange
Day 9: Vang Vieng rate at time of print & will vary according to exchange
Get hold of a map & explore with a free rate fluctuation.
day. Maybe hire a bike – there are a whole A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
lot of limestone caves, swimming holes, Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.
tunnels & bunkers to discover. Tonight, For departure points & stay longer accommodation
watch the sunset at a riverside bar or an options see contiki.com/staylonger.
island watering-hole. Hotel (B) Angkor Wat Night markets

CHIANG RAI: Visit to unique Thai hill tribe villages LUANG PRABANG: Kayaking trip down the Nam Ou River

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25 Days
Big Indochina
Adventure

D ays pp*
25 $3549
from
A Day
$1 42/
A

Visit:
Thailand, Laos, Cambodia & Vietnam VIETNAM

Burma LUANG 2 HANOI

Halong Bay
PRABANG
Only with Contiki (special inclusions) PAKBENG
1
2 1

• Private 2 day boat cruise along LAOS

CHIANG RAI 1
the Mekong River 2 VANG VIENG
• Rainforest elephant ride CHIANG MAI 1 VIENTIANE 1
• Locally guided bike tour of World 1 HUE
Heritage listed Luang Prabang
• Entry & guided visit of the COPE THAILAND
Da Nang

2 HOI AN
support and rehab centre
• Traditional Laotian meal at a
11

restaurant that trains street kids BANGKOK 1

SIEM
REAP CAMBODIA
• All private coach transport 2 2 NHA TRANG

• Guided bike ride through the

Vietnamese countryside 1
PHNOM PENH 2 HO CHI MINH CITY

Places visited MEKONG DELTA 1

contiki.com/indochina-adventure 1 1 or more nightstops South China Sea

CHIANG MAI: Traditional hands-on Thai cooking class experience

ENJOY YOUR FREE TIME CHOOSE SOME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES CHIANG RAI: Visit to unique Thai hill tribe villages

Itinerary and
included sightseeing
Day 1: Arrive Bangkok
Tuk-tuks, neon lights & buzzing street life, it’s
bustling Bangkok! Arrive at the hotel & meet
your Tour Manager & fellow travellers, then
hit the city for a night out. Hotel.
Day 2: Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Take in the sights before we cruise the
canals & see locals going about their day
before boarding our overnight train.
Overnight train. (B)
Visit the Royal Palace & Emerald
Buddha
Guided klong (canal) tour
Day 3: Chiang Mai
Visit Buddhist temples with our local guide,
then explore the city or opt for a Thai
cooking class tonight. Hotel (B)
Visit Wat Prathat temple
Day 4: Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
We head towards Chiang Rai, there’s an
option to visit unique hill tribe villages before
exploring the city’s night bazaars. Hotel (B)
Day 5: Chiang Rai to Pakbeng
After crossing the Thai/Laos border, we
board our private boat & cruise the Mekong
River, seeing local life along the river. Arrive
before sunset in Pakbeng for our overnight
stay. Guesthouse (B,L,D)
See local riverside villages
25
Day 13: Siem Reap
Wake to watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat
& hear the legends of the sacred sites of the
Khmer Empire before we visit Angkor Thom
Asia
by tuk-tuk! Hotel (B)
Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm
Day 14: Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
25 Days Big Indochina
It’s free time before we fly to Ho Chi Minh. Adventure
Later, hit the thriving Ben Thanh markets & 4 countries
pick up anything from tasty food to 24 nights accomm
Vietnam’s iconic conical hats. Hotel (B)
24 breakfasts, 5 lunches
Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City to
Mekong Delta
& 5 dinners
War Remnants museum
It’s a 2 day journey into the Mekong Delta.
We’ll try out sanpans (local boats), take in
local fish farms & industries & see floating
markets. Later we’ll take a bike ride through What’s included
the countryside. Guesthouse (B,L,D) All as per itinerary
Mekong Delta cruise • 24 nights accommodation: 20 nights
See local industry demonstrations in 3 star hotels, 2 nights in a
Visit a local tea garden guesthouse, 1 overnight train & 1
Day 16: Mekong Delta to overnight cruise
Ho Chi Minh City
We head back to Ho Chi Minh City via the
• 24 breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L)
& 5 dinners (D)
legendary tunnels in Cu Chi – you can even
go down into the tunnels & experience them • A dedicated crew with an experienced
first-hand! Hotel (B) & professional Tour Manager & local
Visit to the Cu Chi tunnels English-speaking guides
Day 17: Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang • 6 domestic flights
Take a city tour then visit the War Remnants • Transport & included sightseeing
Museum before we fly to Nha Trang. Hotel (B) • Local taxes & service charges
View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General • Number of World
5
WORLD
HERITAGE
SITES
Post Office & the Presidential Palace Heritage sites visited VISITED

Day 6: Pakbeng to Luang Prabang Visit the War Remnants museum

Continue cruising the Mekong before hitting Day 18: Nha Trang
Luang Prabang. Take a sightseeing bike tour Today, do your own thing or opt to take off
before perusing the night markets. Hotel (B,L) to the gorgeous offshore islands for some
swim stops & snorkelling. Hotel (B)
Visit to the Pak Ou caves
Day 19: Nha Trang to Hoi An
Visit Wat Xieng Thong temple
Fly to Danang & travel down to Hoi An. Take Laotian textiles
& Mt Phu Si a guided walking tour, see the countryside at
Day 7: Luang Prabang sun-set by bike, before opting for a cooking
If you make an early start, take part in the
ritual of offering alms (food) to the hundreds
class! Hotel (B) When to go Save Money!
If you pay 12 months in advance,
Visit the city’s Old Quarter and Japanese
of Buddhist monks. If you feel like cooling covered bridge and how much you save A$319. Or pay 6
months in advance & save
off, take a trip to the Kouang Si Falls for a Day 20: Hoi An
swim or visit the Royal Palace. Hotel (B) A$159. See page 17 for details.
Head to Cham Island on an optional speed Code: BICA 2009/2010/2011
Day 8: Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng boat cruise for some snorkelling, secluded
Today it’s on to Vang Vieng, known for its
limestone karsts (rock formations),
beaches & delicious local food. Otherwise
relax or walk along the waterfront to the local
Start
Bangkok
Finish
Hanoi
Tour
A$ pp*
Local
Payment
A$ pp†
Total Cost
A$ pp* Sapa Trekking
outdoor adventure activities & buzzing markets. Hotel (B) Combine this trip with Sapa
nightlife. Hotel (B) Day 21: Hoi An to Hue 2009 Trekking. See page 18.
Scenic drive to Vang Vieng See coastal views while driving to Hue. Take NOV 10 DEC 4 3179 370 3549
Day 9: Vang Vieng in some sights before we board a dragon DEC 8 JAN 1 3179 370 3549
Get hold of a map & explore with a free day. boat down the Perfume River. Hotel (B,D) 2010
Maybe hire a bike – there are a whole lot of Cross the Hai Van Pass JAN 5 JAN 29 3179 370 3549
Perfume River cruise FEB 3 FEB 27 3179 370 3549
limestone caves, swimming holes, tunnels &
Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda & Tu Duc MAR 9 APR 2 3179 370 3549
bunkers to discover. Tonight, watch the
APR 7 MAY 1 3179 370 3549
sunset at a riverside bar or an island Mausoleum
MAY 11 JUN 4 3179 370 3549
watering-hole. Hotel (B) Day 22: Hue to Hanoi JUN 9 JUL 3 3179 370 3549
Day 10: Vang Vieng to Vientiane Start the morning with some sightseeing of JUL 13 AUG 6 3179 370 3549
Arriving in Vientiane, we’ll take a locally Hue. After our flight to Hanoi, walk the wide AUG 11 SEP 4 3179 370 3549
guided city tour of the nation’s French Parisian-style boulevards & take in the city. NOV 14 DEC 8 3339 370 3709
influenced capital. Later, we’ll visit That Luang Hotel (B) DEC 12 JAN 5 3339 370 3709
& view Laos’ ‘Arc de Triomphe’ Hotel (B,D) Visit to the Imperial Citadel 2011
Cyclo ride JAN 9 FEB 2 3339 370 3709
Visit Luang Stupa & Patuxi FEB 6 MAR 2 3339 370 3709
Day 23: Hanoi to Halong Bay
Visit to COPE exhibition centre See amazing views from the junk as we MAR 6 MAR 30 3339 370 3709
Dinner at Makphet Restaurant pass coves, cliffs & beaches. We stop for a
Day 11: Vientiane to Phnom Penh
In Phnom Penh we’ll see reminders of the
swim before docking at Dao Titop for
sunset. Junk boat (B,L,D)
* Prices above are based on twin-share in hotels &
multi-share in guesthouse and trains. If travelling alone
Contiki will team you with a buddy, at no extra cost.
country’s dark history, then later, take it easy Visit the Sung Sot Caves Optional single room supplement is available for
& maybe enjoy some drinks at a floating bar. Entry to Dao Titop A$819 (only applicable in hotels).
Hotel (B) Boat cruise of Grotto Island † A local payment of US$335 is collected in cash on
Visit the ‘Killing Fields’ & Genocide Day 24: Halong Bay to Hanoi first day of tour. A$370 above is based on exchange
Museum Wake on the junk before we return to Hanoi rate at time of print & will vary according to exchange
Day 12: Phnom Penh to Siem Reap & explore the city before our optional farewell rate fluctuation.
Catch a flight to Siem Reap before cruising dinner. Hotel (B,L) A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.
Tonle Sap lake on our private boat. Tonight, View the Temple of Literature Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.
maybe visit the Psar Chas (old market) for Day 25: Depart Hanoi For departure points & stay longer accommodation
handicrafts & exotic fresh produce. Hotel (B) Your tour ends after breakfast, so it’s time to options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Tonle Sap lake cruise say farewell to your group. (B) Wat Phra Kaeo, Thailand

LUANG PRABANG: Kayaking trip down the Nam Ou River NHA TRANG: Relaxing island cruise with swim stops & snorkelling
HOI AN: Authentic Vietnamese cooking class – Cham Island speedboat cruise with swimming & a beachside lunch
HANOI: Dinner at KOTO restaurant where former street children are trained in hospitality

Go to contiki.com/optional-indochina-adventure for all the optional extras you can do (at an additional cost).
Got a question?
Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know.
What’s included?
• Coach, train, boat, internal flights & ‘on tour’
airport transfers listed in the ‘What’s
included’ section on tour pages.
• Accommodation, breakfasts, lunches &
dinners listed in the ‘What’s included’ section
on tour pages.
• Sightseeing listed in the ‘Included highlights’
section in each tour itinerary. Unless specified,
entrance fees to these locations are included.
• Experienced Contiki Tour Manager &
Local Guides.
What’s not included?
• Personal spending money.
• Visa & passport fees.
• Personal insurance & medical fees.
• Excess baggage fees.
• Tips for porters.
• Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than
those specified on the tour pages.
• Optional Explore More activities such as
cooking classes etc.
• Lunches & dinners (unless specified in the
‘What’s included’ section on tour pages.)
Are flights included?
All flights on specified tour itineraries are
included as part of the tour price. External
flights to & from the tour are not included.
Local payments
As is common for touring in Asia, Contiki also
have local payments on our Asia tours. They
cover things like local guides, tipping, transport
& included entrances into sightseeing locations
as part of the tour. This brings money to the
communities in the countries that we visit &
helps to reduce the overall price of the tour.
Local payments are made on Day 1 of the tour,
directly to the Tour Manager in $US cash.
Information about the local payments can be
found below the price panel on each tour page.
Group size
Contiki’s group size in Asia averages around
25, a group size small enough to have an
intimate Asian experience but big enough to
make the group dynamic rock.
Will I get more
information?
Upon receipt of final payment, you’ll receive a
copy of your Contiki Asia Travellers Guide – an
information book with all the nitty gritty details
about your holiday. You’ll also receive a
comprehensive daily itinerary including full details
& costs of all our Explore More optional activities
available on your tour, as well as information
about departure points & how to get there.
Your complimentary Contiki document holder
will be sent to you along with your travel
documents. It’s a convenient place for your
tickets, paperwork & passport & quite useful to
use when travelling again in the future.
*Contiki reserves the right to substitute an alternative
travel accessory for the Contiki Document Wallet.
In the meantime, contiki.com is also a great
source of information on tour departure points,
destinations visited on our tours & general
travellers’ tips, including our very own wiki:
contikipedia.
Brochure authenticity
We have put a great deal of effort into
producing this brochure. The information given
& literature produced by Contiki has been
compiled with care & is published in good faith.
Sometimes, because of circumstances outside
our control, we have to alter some activities
due to seasonal closing or repairs to buildings,
etc, especially early or late in the season. If this
happens, alternative activities will be arranged.
For more detailed information online head to contiki.com/contikipedia
What do I need for
the Sapa Extension?
Offered on the Big Indochina, & all Vietnam
departures, is the opportunity to visit Sapa in
Northern Vietnam – a region known for its
ethnic minorities & stunning scenery.
This extension involves a moderate level of
physical activity, as the tour takes in a
hike/trek. You will require hiking shoes and a
small backpack, or your Tour Manager can
organise them in Hanoi.
How much money
do I need?
You will need to ensure you allow enough
money to cover optional lunches & dinners,
souvenirs, shopping, drinks, optional
activities, entrance fees to some attractions &
evening entertainment.
When travelling with Contiki in Asia, you’ll find
that you’ll often be using local currencies,
particularly in remote areas. The local
currencies encountered on tour are the Riel
(Cambodia), Kip (Laos), Baht (Thailand) or Dong
(Vietnam).The countries we visit rely largely on
cash as opposed to credit cards or travellers
cheques. In the larger cities you’ll find that
established stores will accept credit cards
readily, while local market stalls will operate on a
cash only basis – accepting only local currency.
Local currency is readily available through cash
machines in each country. Obtaining a small
amount of local currency before you travel is
also a good idea.
ATMs that dispense local currency are widely
available. However, you can’t depend solely on
a credit/debit card for cash as they are not
accepted in all areas.
We advise you also carry $US cash in small
denominations that you can use as an alternate
form of payment.
Please note that travellers cheques are generally
only accepted in big cities at money exchanges
or banks to change to local currency.
Explore More
optional activities
Optionals are arranged & paid for on tour. By
leaving the final decisions until then you can
choose at the same time as your new friends &
you’ll get great value with our specially
negotiated rates. Some activities are seasonal
& weather dependent.
Our optional activities offered on Contiki Asia
tours are operated by 3rd party operators.
While every attempt is made to ensure the
safety of all activities, the nature of the region
means that public liability protection that is
offered in many countries, may not be
applicable in many cases. A waiver will need
to be signed by all tour participants to ensure
that these conditions are understood &
accepted. We highly recommend
comprehensive travel insurance.
Do I need
vaccinations?
At the time this brochure went to press
(November 2009), the following immunizations
are recommended for travellers in Southeast
Asia by the CDC (US Centre for Diseases
Control & Prevention):
• Diphtheria & tetanus • Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B • Typhoid
• Rabies • Japanese B
Encephalitis
Malaria & dengue fever are also an issue within
this region. You should consult a travel doctor
who specialises in travel medicines or your local
doctor to advise on what vaccinations and/or
preventative medicines would be required.
Don’t forget to bring with you any medication
that you may require en route such as
antihistamines, antibiotics, etc.
Do I need visas?
Depending on your nationality, you may require
visas to enter certain countries included in your
tour. You are fully responsible for obtaining all
necessary visas prior to the departure of your
tour. Contiki is not legally permitted to
knowingly allow anybody who does not have a
valid visa to join a tour.
Visa & other entry & exit conditions (such as
currency, arrival/departure taxes, customs &
quarantine regulations) change regularly.
Consult your travel agent or visit
www.visalink.com.au to determine which visas
you require & how to obtain them.
Your passport must have at least six months’
validity remaining when you arrive in Cambodia,
Thailand, Vietnam & Laos. Local immigration
authorities may deny entry & deport people
who do not meet this requirement, even if they
intend on staying only for a short period.
Important to consider:
1.Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is
normally charged.
2.Failure to obtain all necessary visas could
cause you to miss part of your tour & will
result in you incurring considerable expense
& inconvenience.
3.It is better to apply for all visas through your
travel agent before you leave home. Be
aware that many visas can be purchased &
arranged on arrival.
4.It is very important that the entry & exit
dates are correct on the visa. Your travel
agent will contact Contiki for full details.
How much luggage
can I bring?
The amount of luggage that you can bring is
entirely up to you. There are some things to
consider when packing for a Contiki Asia tour:
• Due to the large number of flights on Contiki
Asia tours, your luggage needs to meet the
weight & restrictions imposed by airlines.
These limits are imposed by the airlines, not
by Contiki. Contiki is not responsible for any
costs incurred by overweight luggage.
• You are responsible for carrying your own
luggage. At times this will be in hotels
without elevators (as is common to the
region), or onto various forms of transport,
such as trains.
• At hotels with elevators, there maybe porters
to assist with bags, but this is not guaranteed.
It is suggested to keep your luggage to a
maximum suitcase size of 73cm x 50cm x
25cm (29" x 20" x 10") & maximum weight of
20 kg (44lbs) plus one small hand/day bag that
can be carried with you. NO EXTERNAL METAL
FRAME BACKPACKS PLEASE, their bulky
shape makes packing into transports difficult.
Use of a backpack/rucksack is suggested, but
not required. Wheeled suitcases can be used
on Contiki tours in Asia.
The Contiki Tour Manager may suggest you
store your main luggage & utilize a smaller bag
for overnight rail journeys, overnight junk boat
or overnight stays at guesthouses. A small
daypack/backpack of approx 26L capacity is
suggested.
Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept
larger suitcases on tour. Baggage is carried at
the owner’s risk & baggage insurance is
strongly recommended.
Tipping & service
standards
Asia is developing a large tipping culture.
Tipping is seen as customary in the service
industry for those that provide a high level of
service, as well as a way of saying ‘thank you’
for a job well done. All tipping for local guides
& drivers is included as part of the local
payment. Be aware that services & standards
in Asia may not be equivalent to those you
find at home.
Security
Contiki has been running tours for young people
since 1962 & is a member of the Australian
Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA). The
members include all the major tour operators
who are financially bonded for your security &
who maintain the highest standards. With the
guarantees of these organisations, you know
your holiday & money are secure with Contiki.
Gold Seal Protection
Coverage for cancellation & return flight
security: Most tour operators are interested in
their passengers only after they reach their
destination. With Contiki, however, you get a
great deal even before you leave home.
Pre-paid cancellation option A$89 per person.
By paying A$89 per person Cancellation Option
Fee with your deposit, the full amount of your
deposit and/or payment to Contiki Holidays will
be refunded should you cancel your tour for any
reason prior to departure home. This cancellation
option covers the land arrangements made by
Contiki Holidays only.
On your tour: Should you, or your travel
companion, leave at any time during the tour for
personal sickness reasons or be required to
return to your home country due to injury,
sickness or death, you & your companion will be
refunded A$40 per person per day for the unused
portion of the tour. Please note that in some
cases hotels require a one night cancellation fee.
A doctor’s certificate will be required.
The cancellation option fee is not
refundable for any reason. See below for
return flight security.
Return flight security: If you or a member of
your direct family in your home country should
fall sick* while you are on your Contiki tour, we
will take care of the additional cost of tickets
for your earlier or later return home in the same
class of air travel on the first available flight,
provided you hold round-trip airline tickets on
Contiki’s recommended airline(s) booked
through the Contiki office in your region.
*Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must
be supplied.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for
Contiki tours in Asia, due to the nature of the
health facilities available in the region.
You must take out comprehensive insurance
cover for cancellation, medical expenses,
personal accident, personal baggage, money &
public liability before you travel. You may not be
accepted on a Contiki holiday unless you have
arranged satisfactory insurance. You also agree
to indemnify us against all third-party claims,
actions, damages & remedies against us arising
from your participation in the holiday.
When looking at travel insurance options,
consider insurance that covers emergency
evacuation & repatriation to US$200,000.
For insurance details, please speak to your
Travel Agent or Contiki reservations agent
when you book.
Photography credits
Elephant, front cover - courtesy of Pip Dalziell.
Hikers, p.4 - courtesy of Dana Kapp. Elephant
ride, p.4 - courtesy of Amanda Lewis. Group
dinner, p.5 - courtesy of José. Elephant ride,
p.7 - courtesy of Julia Crouth. bike ride, p.7 -
courtesy of José. Royal Palace Bangkok, p.10
- courtesy of Christian LF. Reunification Palace,
p.10 - courtesy of Kim Bowman. Van Loi hotel,
p.12 - courtesy of Elise Ackers. Hotel balcony,
p.12 - courtesy of Elephant Crossing hotel.
Local woman p.16 - courtesy of Elise Ackers.
Street kids, p.16 - courtesy of Meghan
Saunders. Elephant wash, p.16 - courtesy of
Elephant Park Project. Chefs, p.16 - courtesy
of Stay Another Day. Hills near Sapa, p.18 -
Courtesy of Matt Stein. Elephant,
p.20 - courtesy of Meghan Saunders. Temple,
p.22 - courtesy of Kim Bowman.

Booking conditions
Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a
contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below.
OUR RESPONSIBILITIES
1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATION
On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at
our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your
selected holiday. A contract is only made between you
and us upon your booking being confirmed and accepted
by us and our confirmation thereof to either you or your
travel agent.
2. PRICE GUARANTEE
Prices in this brochure are based on costs and exchange
rates as at 30th October 2009. Should these costs
change, it may be necessary to make a surcharge on the
price of your holiday. Should the total tour price increase
by more than 10% you will have the right to cancel within
7 days of notification without penalty. No surcharge in
respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once
payment of the deposit for your land tour has been
received. This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges and
does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by
any government or their agencies. In exchange for these
guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced.
3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY
3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your
booking in accordance with operating requirements or
circumstances beyond its control.
3.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we
will give you reasonable notice thereof, in the
circumstances, and where available, offer you a
comparable alternative.
3.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you will
be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to
us or transfer to another Contiki holiday without payment
of any transfer fee.
3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure
(i.e. circumstances like political unrest, war or threat of
war, riots, civil strife, closure of airports or ports,
industrial disputes, terrorist activity, natural and nuclear
disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God,
adverse weather conditions or other similar events
beyond Contiki’s control) we will give a full refund of any
monies paid to us less reasonable expenses incurred by
us in respect of your booking.
3.5 Contiki is not responsible for the costs of any other
travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations or
rescheduling of any tour departure.
4. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS
4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best
of our knowledge at the time of going to print
(November, 2009) but we cannot guarantee that any item
or amenity mentioned will be available especially where
we have no direct control over it.
4.2 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select
accommodation, sightseeing tours and transportation to
give you good value for money.
4.3 Contiki will guarantee to match you up with someone of
the same sex when booked in a shared room configuration.
4.4 Contiki constantly strives to improve tour itineraries
and features. If such improvements can be made, or
unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make
changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary
itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki is not
responsible for any other travel arrangements affected
due to our cancellations.
5. LIABILITY
5.1 Your travel agent shall, on the receipt of any monies,
hold such monies for you until the booking is confirmed
at which time those monies shall be remitted promptly by
your travel agent to us. All such monies received by us
will be deposited as required by law.
5.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any
interest earned on such monies.
5.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travel agent
or otherwise, whether in respect of the deposit or full
payment, may be disbursed by us as and when we see fit,
in respect of the services to be provided and/or fees
payable under the tour program. The payment of a
deposit or any other monies in respect of your tour shall
be deemed to be an authorisation for disbursement thereof
as aforesaid.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY
1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of A$200,
per person per tour, or the full amount payable if the
booking is made within 45 days of your departure from
Australia, must be submitted to Contiki by you in respect
of that holiday. This payment is in addition to any deposit
required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as
a first installment of the holiday price by Contiki only once
the booking has been confirmed in writing by Contiki or
your travel agent.
1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a
non refundable deposit of A$200 per person per tour
which must be within 7 days of booking or the
reservation will automatically be cancelled.
1.3 Any special meal requirements will be made on a
request basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal
requests nor will it assume any responsibility or liability if
clients’ special meal requirements are not fulfilled.
2. PAYING THE BALANCE
2.1 The balance of the holiday must be paid no later than
45 days prior to your departure date from Australia which
shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued
to you by Contiki. When making multi-tour bookings, full
payment is due no later than 45 days prior to your
departure date from Australia.
2.2 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may
assume that you have cancelled and cancellation
charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied
by Contiki.
2.3 Tickets and other documents won't be forwarded until
full payment has been received by us. The documentation
will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure
from Australia.
2.4 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of
your departure from Australia, the full cost of the holiday
will be payable immediately on booking and we reserve
the right to provide all travel documents at the holiday
departure point.
2.5 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking and
apply cancellation charges should payments not be
received within the above specified periods.
3. IF YOU CANCEL
3.1 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing
to Contiki.
3.2 If you cancel more than 45 days before departure,
your A$200 deposit will not be refunded, nor can it be
credited to any other booking.
3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to
cover the estimate of cost and expenses incurred by us in
the terms of the schedule set out hereunder. This is
expressed as a percentage of the holiday price and is
calculated as follows:
PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE
Over 45 days notice: Deposit is forfeited
45-22 days: 27.5% of tour fare
21-8 days: 33% of tour fare
7-1 days: 55% of tour fare
Day of departure: 100% of tour fare
Where the percentage cancellation fee is less than the
tour deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of
deposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within the
terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold,
then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your
insurance policy, be refunded to you by the insurance
company.
3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to
and after your tour booking, such as pre and post
accommodation and transfers, that are cancelled within
14 days of the tour departure incur a 100% cancellation
fee.
3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any
cancellation fees that may be levied by your Travel Agent.
4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING
4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed and more
than 45 days prior to departure, you wish to change to an
alternate departure date or you wish to change to a
different Contiki holiday, you may do so subject to
availability and provided the new holiday date is also in
this brochure.
4.2 A fee of A$35 per person will be charged for any
revision or alteration made to a reservation after the
booking is confirmed unless the change increases the
value of the booking. A change of tour date, tour itinerary
booking within 45 days of departure will be treated as a
cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply except
when the change is to an earlier departure date of
equivalent or greater value in which case a A$35 per
person amendment fee will be charged.
5. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS
5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items
included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made
for meals, accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect
not to take, or when museums, shops, etc. are closed.
Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may
vary in style.
5.2 Recent legislation in various states in Australia has
highlighted the issue of Age Discrimination. In terms of
style and content, all of Contiki’s worldwide holidays are
specifically designed for a particular age group. This fact
should be recognised when you book one of our holidays.
5.3 Contiki must be advised of any medical conditions or
physical disability requiring special attention before you
book your holiday. If you do not advise us at this stage,
we may refuse to accept your booking. We may also
refuse you if we feel that the holiday chosen is not
suitable without a suitably qualified companion. Contiki
will try to help you with your requirements but cannot
guarantee to do so, either on our own or our suppliers’
(such as hotels, restaurants and excursions) behalf. Many
of our holidays involve getting on and off coaches,
walking tours and other physical activities. Some holidays
may not be suitable for you if you rely on a wheelchair or
have certain other disabilities. Should your disability
require you to have special assistance, it is a condition of
Contiki accepting your booking that you provide evidence
satisfactory to us that an able-bodied person will
accompany you and is able to provide any special needs
or services that you may require. Contiki will not be
responsible for the failure of this person to provide
these services.
5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and
costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of
the holiday.
5.5 There may be times when the Contiki Representative
has to make a decision in your best interests or the best
interests of their group. You agree to comply with the
authority and decisions of the appointed Contiki
Representative and the laws of the country in which you
are travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki
Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the
general enjoyment and well being of other members on
the holiday or smooth operation of the holiday itself, we
reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the
holiday. Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travellers
and any Contiki Representative has the right to
travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their
safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour by you,
whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely
seriously and may result in the immediate termination of
your holiday. In either event, you will be responsible for
your own repatriation and related costs and have no
claims against us.
5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a
result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your
accommodation. You are advised to immediately report
any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel/Contiki
Village staff and/or a Contiki Tour Manager as soon as it
is discovered.
5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat
fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service
providers, agents or co-operating organisations shall be
liable for any illness, injury or death or any loss or
damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident
or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time
of the accident or incident.
5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and
all visas, permits and certificates required for your
selected holiday as well as any necessary vaccinations
and to comply with all applicable laws.
5.8 You agree that our Contiki Tour Managers or
Representatives may take photographs and films of you
while you are on holiday and that these may be used in
our Group brochures and/or advertising or publicity
material without obtaining any further consent or payment
in respect of such photographs and/or films.
5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the holiday,
you should inform the Contiki Tour Manager or
Representative during the course of the holiday and if the
matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best
endeavours to do so during the holiday, your complaint
should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is
reasonably possible after the holiday but within 42 days
thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. Any
claims made after the 42 day period will not be considered
by Contiki. If you choose to write to Contiki via the
Internet, please provide your home address so that we are
able to reply to you in writing.
5.10 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof
shall be subject to Australian Law, unless we agree
otherwise in writing.
5.10.1 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or
unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that
provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to
the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law.
The validity and enforceability of the other provisions shall
not be affected.
5.10.2 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action
instituted against us, you agree to pay all our costs,
including but not limited to, attorney/client costs.
6. INSURANCE
Contiki very strongly recommend that you take out
comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical
expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money
and public liability before embarking on a Contiki holiday.
Please check that the insurance covers all of the activities
that you are going to be participating in. Some policies
exclude certain adventure activities. This should be
arranged at the time of payment of the deposit and will, in
certain circumstances, cover you against loss of deposit or
cancellation fees from the date of confirmation of your
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booking, as shown in the insurance policy. You also agree
to indemnify us against all third-party claims, actions,
damages and remedies which may be brought against us
in respect of your participation in the holiday.
7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM
In the event of your withdrawal from a holiday after the
commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a
medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. No
refunds will be made for any absence from the tour.
8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE
Airfares to and from your holiday destination, airport
taxes, passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone
calls, beverages, personal expense money, medical fees,
sightseeing, visits and entrance fees, meals not detailed in
the itinerary, tips to tour managers, representatives,
drivers and local guides, items of a personal nature,
excess baggage and optional excursions.
9. WEATHER CONDITIONS
Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for
snow or weather conditions, nor can any holiday be
cancelled or amended by you at any time on the basis of
snow or weather conditions.
GENERAL
1. CONTRACTING PARTIES
1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the
entire contract between you and Contiki. No
representation, term, warranty or condition can be
expressed or implied by reference to any other writing,
advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be
varied in writing by a duly authorised officer or director
of Contiki.
1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating
company. At any time and at our complete discretion we
may nominate to you in writing any other company or
person to have the benefit of some or all of those
provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as
if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with
that company or person in the first place as well as
agreeing them with us. We may at our complete
discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising
under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you.
1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be
held responsible for any act, omission or event during the
time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or
conveyances. We rely on international convention which
may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or
agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by
you against us as a result of the provision of those
services. International conventions which apply may
include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague
Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or
Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel;
Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva
Convention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention
1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit
of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any
claim for death, injury, loss, damage and delay to
passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and payment for a
tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the
passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this
brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an
officer of the Company.
1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own
aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers,
hoteliers and other service providers are subject to the
terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by
those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers. Please
note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect
of death, personal injury, delay and loss or damage to
baggage. Whilst we cannot accept any responsibility for any
loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or
omission of any such third-parties, we will give every
reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable
dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held
responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide
facilities or services for disabled clients (see also 5.3 under
Holiday Details & Conditions).
1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or
recommended in this brochure by virtue of their
endorsement of this brochure represent themselves either
as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from
Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any
such purchaser.
1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at
the time of going to print, however Contiki cannot be held
responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors
arising from unforeseen circumstances.
2. VALIDITY
The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid
from November 2009 to March 2011.
3. OPERATING COMPANIES
Contiki’s Asian programmes are operated as a division of
Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd. Contiki Holidays
(Australia) Pty Ltd. is a subsidiary of Contiki Tours
International Ltd, Picquet House, St. Peter Port, Guernsey,
GY1 1AF, Channel Islands.
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How to Call Contiki or visit your travel agent

book Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd
1300 CONTIKI (1300 266 845)
Travel agent reservations
Sydney metro - 02 9511 2222
www.contiki.com.au Other areas - 1300 301 835
reservations@contiki.com.au Fax - 02 9511 2210
35 Grafton Street Payment advice - paymentadvice@contiki.com.au
Bondi Junction NSW 2022
Licence number 2TA00 1868
ABN - 18 002 525 340
IATA - number 023 06496

• Your travel agent will confirm by phone with the local Contiki
office that there’s availability on the tour you’ve chosen. At the
same time, your travel agent can book your hotel
accommodation before and/or after your tour.
• At the time of booking, you must pay to your travel agent a non-
refundable deposit of A$200 per person per tour which must be
sent to Contiki within 7 days. This payment is in addition to any
deposit required by your travel agent.
• Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send your
travel agent confirmation of the details of the booking.
• You must pay the balance of your holiday fare to Contiki through
your travel agent no less than 45 days before the departure date,
or at the time of booking if less than 45 days before departure.
• We will then send to your travel agent your travel vouchers
and detailed information about your holiday. The documentation
will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure.
IMPORTANT By paying the A$200 deposit per person per
tour to your travel agent, you acknowledge that you have read and
understood the Booking Conditions as set out on page 27, which
make up the contract between you and Contiki.

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Contiki Holidays is a
division of the family-
owned The Leading
Travel Companies, and is
renowned and trusted for
its outstanding quality,
service, value, reliability
and financial stability.
Contiki is represented in Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica,
Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico,
Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa,
Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, USA.
Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Guernsey.
© Copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Printed in Australia.

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