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Tour Type: Discovery (18-35 years)
Tour Duration: 22 Days (21 Nights)
From: New York to Vancouver
Tour Code: GCST
Operator: Contiki |
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From big city buzz to the great outdoors, it's all here. Start off by exploring Boston & New York in the US before diving into Canada. Cross the border into quaint Quebec then spend a few nights in Montreal & Toronto. After the city action, fly west for a dose of coastal charm & natural wonders, including the Rockies & Vancouver's cool vibe. And then on top of all of that, hit up the world famous Calgary Stampede! Men & women race in tall boots & hats, ride bulls at the rodeo & have an all around outrageous time. What's Included
- 21 nights accommodation: 9 nights in hotels & 2 nights Special Stay experience
- 19 meals: 10 breakfasts & 9 dinners
- An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team
- Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
- Flight & transfers from Toronto to Vancouver
- Sightseeing tours of all major cities
- Local taxes & service charges
Highlights
Providence
- Visit Providence, the capital of Rhode Island
Boston
- See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original Cheers Bar
- Walk the historic Freedom Trail
- Only Contiki: Feel the student spirit on a 'Hahvahd' (Harvard) tour
Maine
- Scenic drive through Maine & across the US/Canadian border
Quebec City
- Cross the border into Canada & enjoy the scenic drive through Quebec
- Visit the only walled city in North America
- Only Contiki: Stroll Quebec on a walking tour
Montreal
- Visit Old town Montreal, the old port & Mount Royal, Montreal's largest park
- See the unique Olympic Stadium
- Only Contiki: Tour the ghostly side of Montreal
Toronto
- Travel along the St. Lawrence River Valley & see the Thousand Islands
- See CN Tower, Rogers Centre, eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto
Whistler
- Drive the scenic Sea to Sky Highway
- See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains
- Enjoy the shopping & activities in and around the quaint village
- Hike one of Whistlers' many trails
Kamloops
- Scenic drive through the Lillooet Mountain Range
- See Seton Lake reservoir & picturesque Lillooet, Duffey & Kamloops Lakes
Mt. Robson
- Scenic drive along the Yellowhead Highway into the Rocky Mountains
- View Mt. Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies (weather permitting)
Jasper
- Stay in Jasper National Park
- Visit Maligne Canyon, the deepest & longest limestone canyon in the Rockies
- Visit Maligne Lake, the largest in the Canadian Rockies (seasonal)
- Walk to Athabasca Falls
- Only Contiki: Get back to nature as you picnic in the Rocky Mountains
Columbia Icefield
- Scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway
- See some of the 200 glaciers in the area
- Only Contiki: Discover the Athabasca Glacier on the 'Ice Explorer'
- See the vivid blue colour of Peyto Lake (seasonal)
Lake Louise
- Visit Lake Louise & the enchanting Lake Louise chateau
Banff
- See the Saskatchewan River Valley & Weeping Wall
- See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel
- Only Contiki: Reach new heights on a gondola ride in Banff
Yoho, Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke National Parks
- See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels
- See Kicking Horse Valley
- Stop at Roger's Pass on one of the world's great mountain roads
Vernon
- See the orchards, farmlands & vineyards of the Okanagan Valley
- Drive through Kelowna, the largest city in the Interior
- See Lake Okanagan & its large floating bridge
Vancouver
- See Gastown, Chinatown & Lion's Gate Bridge
- Visit the Totem Poles of Canada's First Nations People in Stanley Park
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New York To Boston
Meet up with your Contiki crew and Tour Manager in New York City, before we hit the road and drop by Providence, Rhode Island's capital city. Next up is Boston. Home to the Red Sox (the famous baseball team), many creative thinkers and historic rebels, this thriving university town is soaked in history and packed with things to do. Your Tour Manager will introduce the group to Boston's core spots. You'll see Boston Common - the city's oldest park - and the historic Quincy Market & Faneuil Hall, which served as a meeting place for those wanting independence from England and for slavery to end. Get to know your crew and Tour Manager over dinner tonight, before exploring more of the city in a fun night out. With everything from indie bands to nightclubs, there's something for everyone.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner (1)
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Boston
With a full day here, you'll get a feel for this user-friendly city, which is easy to explore on foot. In your free time, walk through a living time line and follow Boston's famous Freedom Trail, which takes you past 2 and a half centuries of history. Learn about Boston's rebellious role on its road to independence as you explore the cobbled lanes and historic hot spots. Discover more of Boston. Pound the pavements or choose our optional Hop-on-Hop-off trolley tour and cover more of the city. You'll get the background on Boston's famous Tea Party, when Boston citizens threw tons of tea into the harbor in protest against the British Crown. Head back to Faneuil Hall & Quincy Market for a bit of souvenir shopping and a dose of history. Dubbed the "Cradle of Liberty" this famous brick building has played a key role in the city for over 250 years. Check out the stalls loaded with New England's crafts, pick up some Boston-made items and order some local food at a push cart eatery or restaurant. For a bit of the local lifestyle, take in the waterfront by following the Haborwalk. Made up of 62.8 km (39miles) of paths weaving through diverse neighborhoods, it is a great way to experience Boston's maritime flavor and see its working ports in action. Get into the city's café culture on Italian flavored Hanover Street in Boston's oldest residential district. Sip on a cappuccino as you take in the city's iconic brick architecture. If you just want to relax, kick back with the locals and people-watch in one of the nine parks that make up the city's "Emerald Necklace". You could return to Boston Common, where public hangings took place in the old days, - now it's a great place to hang out. Finish the day at one of the city's excellent local restaurants. Make sure you get some tips from your Tour Manager on where to go and order some of Boston's famous lobsters, clams or oysters.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast (1)
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Boston To Quebec City
Wind down on the coach, plug in your MP3 and watch the wilderness of Maine unfold from your window. Keep an eye open for it fresh-water lakes, beautiful scenery and wildlife like moose, beavers, foxes and birds. Maybe even practice your French phrases as we cross the border into Canada. We continue on to North America's French flavored core, Quebec, and experience a slice of old Europe. Founded in the 17th century, this is the only city in Canada or the USA that has its original city walls, making it the only walled-city in North America.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast (1), Dinner (1)
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Quebec City
Step back in time in Quebec's old-town as your Local Guide opens up the UNESCO World Heritage listed center. As you walk through this open-air museum, complete with cobbled streets and 17th century stone houses you'll learn about its history. With free time, discover more of the fortified city. Check out the Citadel, ancient point of defense, complete with a traditional changing of the guard. Otherwise, follow the city walls and uncover little boutiques and galleries tucked away within the time-worn streets. With its European heritage, Quebec has a buzzing café culture that fills its historic center. For lunch, grab a table in a Parisian style bistro and try some of the local specialties like tourtière québecois (meat pie) or duckling with maple syrup. Kick back and listen to the locals speaking French. For views over the St. Lawrence River, walk along Dufferin Terrace, Quebec City's most famous boardwalk. If you're keen for a slice of Canada's diverse history, get the low-down on the people of French-Canada at the Musée de la civilisation (Museum of Civilization) See how the building cleverly blends both new design and old buildings. Otherwise, don't forget to visit the iconic Chateau Frontenac in the heart of the old town.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast (1)
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Quebec City To Montreal
Continue on to the island city of Montreal. A happening hub and home to the famous Montreal Jazz festival, this hot, creative city mixes up a North American feel with French influence. It also has amazing food and is thriving with festivities. Get familiar with the city when we arrive. Catch some of Montreal's relaxed vibes down at the Old Port and get the background on its maritime history as the group drives around the quays. The well-preserved riverside old-town was a key player in early Montreal's development. Then, we'll take a drive up Mt Royal, which serves up sweeping views over the city. Check out this enormous park that was designed by the same person who landscaped New York's famous Central Park. Your Tour Manager will show you some of Montreal's signature sites. See the copper dome of St Joseph's oratory, the biggest monument built to honor Canada's patron saint. You'll get a look at Montreal's most famous architectural curiosity: the 1976 Olympic stadium, complete with the world's tallest inclined tower. For some action, hit the rapids of the St Lawrence River in an adrenaline-pumping optional jet-boat ride, and experience another side of Montreal.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast (1), Dinner (1)
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Montreal
With a free day ahead of you, explore Montreal's creative core and joie de vivre (joy of living). See some of the city's innovations, like the world-famous Biodome, where you can walk through different eco-systems, from ocean fronts to woodlands, and get up close to all sorts of wildlife. Montreal is a great place to shop. On St Laurent Boulevard (it's affectionately dubbed "The Main") look through cutting-edge boutiques, jewelery stores and artists' workshops. Otherwise just hang out in an outdoor café among the throngs of people and get a real feel for Montreal's street life. For a different shopping experience, head underground to Montreal's famous underground-city. With 19 miles of shops and restaurants right under the heart of the city, it's got it all. Lunchtime: go local and head to Jean-Talon Market, with its bustling stalls and friendly atmosphere. Try some tasty baked goods, fresh produce or delicious snacks, like calamari and chips. Then kick back with some of the best coffee in town from near-by Little Italy. Tonight, explore Montreal's amazing nightlife with some friends. There's so much to choose from - jazz bars in the down town area, the student vibes of the Latin Quarter, the clubs of Rue St. Catherine or the festive outdoor atmosphere and cozy lounge bars back up the hill on Mt Royal, where Rue St. Denis is a happening night spot. Afterward, round off your night with a Montreal favorite: poutine (French fries with gravy and cheese curd).
Accommodation: Hotel
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Montreal To Toronto
As we stick to the St Lawrence River Valley, you'll see the local fresh water wonder: the 1000 islands of different sizes that are scattered across Lake Ontario and the river. Later, pull into Toronto, Canada's economic powerhouse, cosmopolitan capital and English speaking heart. Kick start your time here with a few of Toronto's key spots on a tour around the city. Your Tour Manager will fill you in on the iconic CN Tower, North America's tallest free standing structure at 553 meters. See buzzing Yonge Street, with its designer labels, funky boutiques and diverse stores. Enjoy a look into student life as you check out the University of Toronto, complete with Gothic buildings and ivy covered stone walls.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner (1)
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Toronto
Toronto is loaded with things to do, so some ideas for your free time include getting away from it all by jumping on a local ferry and heading out to one of Toronto's leafy islands. With no cars, cute cottages and windswept nature, these are the perfect places to chill out. Or, for something different, visit the fantastic Bata Shoe Museum and see its quirky, impressive collection of footwear. If something sporty is more your thing, head to the Hockey Hall of Fame and honor Canada's national sport. Otherwise, explore Toronto's melting pot, experience different pockets of culture and taste food from all over the world. Start by having a bit of fun in colorful and chaotic Chinatown. It's packed with little shops selling anything from knick knacks to lanterns, and its streets are full of stalls dishing up all sorts of tasty Asian dishes. Check out the bustling vibe of near-by Kensington Market, a vibrant, multi-cultural neighborhood that is fascinating to walk around. Popular with locals, Kensington Market serves up bakeries, tapas (Spanish style nibbles), international grocery stores, Mexican and Jewish food, vintage stores and one-of-a kind boutiques. Round off your experience with some espresso and pastries in Little Italy. Get your heart racing in an optional excursion up CN tower, where you can walk the glass floor and enjoy the widest-reaching vistas in Toronto. Enjoy an insider's look at Toronto's night life on an optional guided party pub crawl around the city's hot spots tonight and finish your time off in this city with a night to remember.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast (1)
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Toronto And Niagara Falls
Head to the surging waters of world-famous Niagara Falls, right on the border of the USA and Canada. Jump on board the Maid of the Mist and cruise along the river to the base of the world's second largest falls for a closer look. You'll see the incredible volume of water pouring over the cliff and feel the sheer power of the spray. But don't worry - there is an included rain poncho! Choose to get a bird's-eye-view of it all on an optional helicopter ride and check out the falls from both sides of the border. Follow the river's path and see the tons of water that make up the falls- it'll make your jaw drop.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner (1)
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Toronto To Whistler Via Vancouver
Today we'll fly across to Vancouver to meet up with your new crew on the other side of Canada. With beaches, forests and mountains, Vancouver is all about location and fusing big-city living with an outdoor lifestyle. You'll enjoy a first taste of it all with the group when your Tour Manager points out historic Gastown, Vancouver's founding district, the city's own Chinatown - home to the largest minority group in Vancouver and the landmark Lion's Gate Bridge. In Stanley Park, see the colorful Totem Poles of Canada's First Nations People and learn about traditional culture as your Tour Manager tells you the stories behind them. We'll then wind our way along the spectacular cliff-top Sea to Sky highway and arrive in Whistler, one of the most popular ski resorts in North America and home to the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner (1)
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Whistler
Today, you've got time to get into some alpine activities and experience Whistlers' high-energy action. Choose to have a go with the paddle and get out on the water in a canoe excursion along the River of Golden Dreams or try a zip-line optional, where you'll glide over surging rivers and stunning scenery. With lots of trails to choose from, Whistler is a hiker's heaven. For those wanting vistas of the spectacular surrounds but not wanting to work up a sweat, choose a gondola or chairlift ride to the top for amazing views. Otherwise, kick back and take in the natural surroundings back at the hotel or walk around the quaint village of Whistler.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast (1)
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Whistler To Kamloops
Leaving the mountains behind, we make our way to the desert and to Canada's impressive interior. Passing the picture-perfect Seton Lake, we'll make a stop in Lillooet, a former gold rush town. We travel on to our next night stop, Kamloops, sitting at the confluence of 2 rivers. Once a former meeting point for traders, it continues to serve as a stop over point for travelers and still has touches of the Wild West.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner (1)
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Kamloops To Jasper
Sticking to the famous Yellowhead Highway, we stop off at the highest peak of the Rockies, Mt Robson. Get your blood pumping in a thrilling white-water rafting optional on the Fraser River. Then pull into small-town Jasper and kick back in the Rockies' largest national park - our home for the next two nights.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast (1)
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Jasper
We drive through the wild beauty of Jasper National Park to Maligne Lake, known for its stunning scenery and vivid colors. There's a chance to take in the snow capped mountains from the water and visit iconic Spirit Island on an optional cruise. Later, your Tour Manager will take you for an easy-going hike through the Maligne Canyon, an impressive limestone gorge - the result of years of raging waters. Use your free time to make the most of lesser-known Jasper Park. With 1000kms of trails, from hour loops to day hikes, it's easy to get off the beaten track and into nature.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner (1)
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Jasper To Banff
Get ready for some sublime scenery as we stick to the Columbia Icefield Parkway, a route that fur traders and native peoples once used during the 19th century. With waterfalls, lakes, meadows, glaciers, towering mountains, and the largest ice-field south of Alaska, this is one fantastic drive. Jump on board the Ice Explorer, a snow coach on tracks, and roll onto the Athabasca Glacier, where you can get out and explore the icy slopes. Drink straight from the glacier and taste some of the purest water on earth. We continue on to famous Lake Louise. Its striking turquoise color and incredible mountain back drop create a breathtaking scene. Back on the coach, we roll on to legendary Banff, the unofficial capital of the Rockies.
Accommodation: Quad-share Chalet
Meals: Dinner (1)
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Banff
With loads of activities available in Banff, you can choose your own adventure. There's the option to get above the Rockies in an unforgettably spectacular helicopter ride or to head up Sulphur mountain by gondola for a slice of remote high country and the chance to see some summit wildlife. Other ideas for your day include checking out Banff's landmark Banff Springs Hotel. With over 800 rooms, this massive Gothic structure is fun to explore. Otherwise, head downtown for some shopping, where you can pick up cowboy hats, well-known brands and outdoor sporting equipment. Tonight, give our horseback ride optional a go, where you'll ride into the back country and enjoy a traditional cook-out dinner under the open sky.
Accommodation: Quad-share Chalet
Meals: Breakfast (1)
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Banff To Calgary
We travel to the slick city of Calgary, home to what's known as the greatest show on earth: the Stampede. It's all about Alberta's pioneer past and ranching tradition at this massive cowboy carnival.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast (1)
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Calgary For Stampede
With a day at Stampede Park, you'll experience one of the world's biggest rodeos and get a look into cattle country lifestyle. Choose our optional trip to this mind-blowing festival and get ready for a whole lot of action. From bull-riding to calf-roping, steer-wrestling to cow-tackling, our amazing seats have you up close to these electrifying events at the Rodeo. You'll also get to see the adrenaline-pumping chuck-wagon races. Make the most of your time here and discover Canada's country core. With square dancing, mock gun fights, country bands, bars, restaurants and livestock, there is loads to see. Maybe pick up some cowboy threads or boots at one of the many stalls, or head to the Teepee village, where the five nations peoples are represented and learn about indigenous peoples' traditions.
Accommodation: Hotel
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Calgary To Vernon
This morning we say goodbye the wild west and the Rockies before cutting across three national parks in a spectacular drive. Things get wilder and a whole lot more rugged in Yoho National Park, where the ice blue Kicking Horse River winds through a valley of waterfalls and meadows. Be impressed by Glacier National Park, home to over 400 glaciers and stop off at Rogers Pass - a place of awesome surroundings. We'll also see Mt Revelstoke National Park's towering peaks and surging river. Then it's a complete change of scene as we travel into British Columbia's wine country, Okanagan Valley, with its vines and terraced hills, to Vernon for our overnight stop.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner (1)
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Vernon To Vancouver
Journey through the stunning Okanagan Valley, Canada's wine country, before returning to laid-back Vancouver, with its friendly locals, sandy beaches and Pacific rim position. For a bit of urban culture, head down town and grab a coffee at one of the many cafes. Continue on to the Gastown area for a bit of shopping, where you can find souvenirs to take back home, including Native American crafts and jewelery. Tonight, head out on the town with your friends and experience more of Vancouver's nightlife. Hit the back streets of Gastown or the alleys of Yale Town for some live music. Otherwise, if you know what you're after, ask your Tour Manager for tips.
Accommodation: Hotel
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Vancouver
Feel the young vibe of this city while exploring its hip shops & cafes. Later, enjoy a dinner cruise around the harbor & head out for a night on the town!
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast (1)
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Depart Vancouver
Your Canadian adventure ends this morning and it's time to say farewell to your new friends. For those who are keen for some more action, there's the option of a trip to Grouse Mountain or Buschart Gardens.
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Tour Operator: Contiki
 Contiki create hassle-free vacations with an unbeatable mix of sightseeing, culture, people your own age & free time. Contiki are the worldwide leader in tours for 18-35's, operating in over 40 countries around the world. Travel with Contiki & you'll make friends from all over the world & share some incredible times together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yeah they do, and they have an amazing time! About 50% of Contiki travellers are on their own, but not for long! The experience of travel builds lasting relationships which you'll cherish for your lifetime. If you're concerned about travelling alone, don't be, you're making one of the best decisions of your life.
Contiki are the original travel company for 18–35s. For Contiki, travelling is all about discovering amazing places with a bunch of like-minded people and having a great time doing it. To cater to this market and provide a product which not only meets, but exceeds your expectations, Contiki tours are only available to those between 18 and 35. In some circumstances, a passenger aged 17 will be accepted onto Contiki tours under the supervision of another passenger over 18 and with the consent of their parent or guardian.
For Contiki's Canadian tours, luggage is restricted to one reasonable sized, non-expanding suitcase size up to 29" x 20" x 10" (73cm x 50cm x 25cm) and a maximum weight of 20 kilos (44lbs.) plus one small hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you. No metal frame backpacks please, their bulky shape makes coach packing difficult and they are likely to damage other luggage. Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on tour. Note: Baggage is carried at the owner's own risk and insurance is strongly recommended.
Like spending money, everyone's bound to be different depending on how many unique outfits you want to wear, what the weather is going to be like, how often you're willing to do washing - (most of the places Contiki stay at have the facility to do washing). A great tip is to pack a range of things that can mix, match and layer!
We're all different; some of us want souvenirs, some of us want to indulge in nights out and some want to shop til they drop and some just want to experience it all! Travellers cheques in small denominations (in a main currency) are the safest way to carry your personal spending money. For example in Europe, carry travellers cheques in US$, GBP$, or Euros. In America, carry US$ travellers cheques. You can also get cash at local ATMs along the way if needed. Remember that you'll need to allow enough to cover lunches, some dinners, shopping, entrance fees to some attractions, optional activities and activities, souvenirs, drinks and evening entertainment/nightclubs. A full list of optional activities and approximate costs will be sent to you with your travel documents.
If departure dates are not showing up in the month you wish to travel, it's because the tour does not depart during that time due to operational or seasonal reasons.
The majority of Contiki tours start at the Contiki Hotel where you will spend your first night on tour. This information will be on your Contiki tour documents which will be issued to you 21 days prior to departure.
Global Journeys will send your documents 21 days prior to your departure from Australia. Bookings made less than 21 days prior will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
All Optional Activities are booked and paid for on tour with your Tour Manager. Usually on the first day you'll have a chance to discuss what's available and then, when it comes time to book, your Tour Manager will collect a cash payment for the activities.
Contiki schedules plenty of free time during your trip so that you can also explore on your own. If you're concerned about having too much free time, Contiki offers fabulous optional activities. Also if at any time you feel like even more 'you' time, just have a chat with your tour manager about meeting up with everyone later. You can tailor your trip how you like; it's YOUR holiday!
You will need a valid passport. Obtaining correct visas is your own responsibility. Not having correct visas could mean you missing out on part or all of your trip. Please refer to the Visa section on our website - which should be used as a guide only. Then, double check with the individual Embassies before you depart, remembering that visa requirements can change at short notice. For most of the countries where visas are required, it is NOT possible to obtain the visa whilst on the trip and some visas take 3-4 weeks to obtain.
Contiki Holidays are inclusive of all transport once the tour begins. On tour, all coaches, trains, ferries, tuk tuks, bicycles, internal flights, whatever, are included in the cost of your tour. Everything you need to get around from the first to last day of tour. However, flights to and from your home city are NOT included. Global Journeys can also organise your flights if you wish, & we also recommend booking with your favourite airline online.
Weather is tricky as everywhere is different and it's always changing. Luckily, Global Journeys provide temperature, and rainfall averages on every itinerary webpage. Look to the right of this page!
Most prices are based on double occupancy, unless otherwise specified. For example, Most Concept tour prices are based on quad share with twin room bookings on a request basis incurring a surcharge. Some tours offer single occupancy for an additional cost, or triple– or quad–share for a reduced price.
Contiki operates tours year-round, however some months are better for group travel than others. The chart below indicates “peak” months when travel can be more expensive and hotel availability may be more difficult to accommodate large groups. “Best time” to travel refers to when we suggest organizing your group travel for better availability, prices and less crowds.
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Pre Departure Information
Contiki operate pre departure meetings which are a great opportunity for you to meet your Tour Manager and your fellow travellers, and also saves a lot of time the next morning.
When and where?
Pre departure meetings in the US are held either the evening before your tour or on the morning of departure at the departure hotels. The time and location of your pre departure meeting will depend on the city you are beginning your tour in.
New York
Tours departing New York have a pre departure meeting in the departure hotel at 7pm the evening before departure. Check the information sheet at the hotel reception as to the exact location of your meeting. If you don't make the pre departure meeting you should be at your departure hotel between 6:30 and 7am the morning of departure for a 7:45am departure at the very latest. Check your Contiki Travel Documents for your departure hotel.
Other Cities
If you tour starts in another city (Vancouver for example) usually meet up at 7am on the morning of departure. Exact information will be made available in your Contiki Travel Documents closer to the time of departure.
What to Bring to your Pre Departure Meeting
- Your Passport
- Your Contiki Travel Doc's & Vouchers
- Next of Kin Emergency Contact Information
- US immigration documents including the I-94 form (obtained at US Customs and usually stapled into your passport) for Non-US passport holders
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