Unbeatable Europe Earlybird offers from Contiki

Contiki takes 18-35s to all the famous European hotspots, but it’s about more than that – Contiki is about uncovering what makes European travel so special and it is Contiki’s tour managers’ know how and local knowledge which help take travellers out of the guidebook and into the heart of a destination. Take a peek at the fantastic savings on offer from Contiki!

Save up to $499* on Contiki Europe tours by combining Contiki’s Earlybird airfares with early payment discounts!

Earlybird Discounts – Contiki is offering excellent Earlybird offers for travel in 2006. Save up to $300* off Concept tours or up to $250* off Time Out tours when you book a tour and earlybird airfare with Contiki flying Qantas or British Airways to London or one of 28 amazing European gateway cities on offer. Book and pay by 31 December 2005.

Earlybird airfares start from $1692* ex Melbourne, $1709* ex Sydney, $1746* ex Adelaide, $1763* ex Brisbane and $1835* ex Perth. Available when you book in conjunction with a Contiki tour.

Early Payment Discounts – save even more with Contiki’s Early Payment discounts when you book and pay in full six months prior to tour departure (four month discounts also available).

Here’s a snapshot of some of Contiki’s most popular tours from some of their 2006/2007 programs!

Contiki’s TimeOut Hotel program
TimeOut was created for young travellers who want that little bit extra – based entirely on hotel grade accommodation with a choice of single, twin or triple share.

European Discovery – save up to $305*
12 days was $1679, NOW from $1374* (with Earlybird & Early Payment discounts)
Spend 12 days experiencing some of Europe’s most amazing sights and sounds – on this tour visit a Bavarian Beer Hall, enjoy a walking tour of Rome, a scenic Alpine drive and the chance to go white-water rafting in Austria.
European Vista – save up to $415*
21 days was $2699* NOW from $2284* (with Earlybird & Early Payment discounts)
One of Contiki’s most popular tours this itinerary visits 10 amazing countries including France, Monaco, Italy, Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium plus more!

Contiki’s Concept program
Concept itineraries offer a great variety of accommodation which is comfortable, unique and affordable. From Contiki’s own 16th Century French Chateau, to cabins in top European campsites, Concept is perfect for first timers to Europe and backpackers who want more for their time and money. Also great for singles who are travelling alone and want to meet like-minded travellers.

European Experience – save up to $405*
20 days was $2,384 NOW from $1,979* (with Earlybird & Early Payment discounts)
This itinerary gives you the ultimate ‘slice’ of Europe & is one of Contiki’s ‘Concept’ itineraries. Take in some of Europe’s greatest cities including Paris, the French Riviera, Pisa, Florence, Rome, Venice, Munich, the Rhine Valley & Munich plus more!
European Adventurer – save up to $499*
36 days was $4578, NOW from $4079* (with Earlybird & Early Payment discounts)
This is the ultimate Contiki Europe experience! Explore 16 amazing countries from France, Spain & Italy to Croatia, Switzerland, Austria & Greece, plus heaps more!

Contiki’s Independent Getaways
Independent Getaways feature different city combinations designed to give freedom and flexibility.

Berlin, Prague plus Vienna – save up to $200*
9 days was $1,115 NOW from $915* (with Early Payment discount only)
Explore cosmopolitan Berlin, the historic Czech Republic & finish in stunning Vienna.

Contiki’s Regional Itineraries
Regional tours offer an in-depth journey into the heart of a particular country or region.

Spanish Spree – NEW FOR 2006 – save up to $309*
12 days was $1475 NOW from $1166* (with Earlybird & Early Payment discounts)
Get to know the real Spain with Contiki. This itinerary visits Madrid, Toledo, Cordoba, Seville, Gibraltar, Costa del Sol, Granada, the beaches of Ibiza and Barcelona!
Eastern Road – save up to $289*
13 days was $1480* NOW from $1191* (with Earlybird & Early Payment discounts)
Explore this unique and historic region of Europe – visit Berlin and The Wall, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Krakow, Czestochow and Warsaw.

All Contiki tours include accommodation, sightseeing, many meals, as well as a professional and experienced tour manager and driver.

Contiki’s 2006/07 Time Out and Concept brochures are out now! With Contiki – every holiday is an experience.