Dates & Prices

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
4/17/2010 - 4/25/2010	$975
5/8/2010 - 5/16/2010	$975
5/22/2010 - 5/30/2010	$975
6/5/2010 - 6/13/2010	$975
6/12/2010 - 6/20/2010	$975
7/3/2010 - 7/11/2010	$975
7/17/2010 - 7/25/2010	$975
11/6/2010 - 11/14/2010	$975
12/4/2010 - 12/12/2010	$975
1/15/2011 - 1/23/2011	$1,069
3/5/2011 - 3/13/2011	$1,069
3/19/2011 - 3/27/2011	$1,069

What's Included

Accomodations
* 7 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation * Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) - as per itinerary

The Contiki Difference
* Experienced Tour Manager and Driver * Modern air-conditioned coach

Your Tour Itinerary Includes

Mexico City to Morelia (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
Meet up with your Contiki Crew & leave Mexico’s capital behind. Arrive in Morelia with its fascinating colonial architecture& picturesque streets. Try some seriously delicious local food then it’s out for a night on the town.

Morelia to Ixtapa via Zihuatanejo (Breakfast Days)
Head out west to the sunny Mexican Riviera & be amazed at its long stretches of white sand beaches. Then kick back in the resort town of Ixtapa.

Ixtapa (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
Have fun walking along the shore in the ‘Hotel Zone.’ Or discover an authentic ambience in a nearby beach village. The warm waters are perfect for snorkeling, kayaking & fishing.

Ixtapa to Acapulco (Breakfast Days)
The bright lights & non-stop energy of Acapulco Bay are calling! Watch the famous death-defying cliff divers & when the sun sets, experience the nightlife of Mexico’s ultimate party town.

Acapulco to Taxco (Breakfast Days)
Wind into the Sierra Madre Mountains and find the quaint, stucco buildings of Taxco nestled in the hills. Known for its fine silver handiwork, check out artisan shops for the perfect souvenir gift.

Acapulco (Breakfast Days)
Get into the local scene by exploring a traditional open air market. Otherwise, relax in the sun on the beach, sample mouth-watering seafood, or watch the sunset on an optional party cruise.

Taxco to Mexico City (Breakfast Days)
Return to Mexico City & visit the unique floating gardens & markets of Xochimilco. Then it’s off through “The City of Palaces” where you’ll see a multitude of ancient ruins & interesting colonial-influenced, yet modern architecture.

Depart Mexico City ( Days)
This morning the tour ends and it’s time to say farewell to your new friends.

Sightseeing Highlights

Acapulco
See the death defying cliff divers

Acapulco
Dance the night away

Ixtapa
Soak up the sun on Playa de Ropa

Ixtapa
Laze in the sand and surf

Mexico City
City Sightseeing including the National Palace, the Zocalo & Chapultepec Park

Mexico City
Visit the ancient Aztec city Teotihuacan

Mexico City
Shop the colorful markets of Xochimilco

Morelia
Walking tour of the Colonial City

Morelia
See the lighting of the cathedral

Morelia
Visit the Sweets and Handicrafts Market

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Details & Specials

Horseback Riding
USD $11.00
Begin your horseback ride through palm tree groves and then make your way onto the pristine beach where you will ride along the sand and experience a tranquil seaside setting.

Snorkel and Kayak Tour
USD $55.00
Combine snorkeling and kayaking at Barra de Potosi beaches. Kayak through a salt water lagoon and also snorkel in the waters of Playa Larga, an unspoiled beach.

Wave Runners
USD $31.00
Rent waver runners at Playa la Ropa in Zihuatanejo and experience the mild waters in the bay. Price includes 1/2 hour ride.

Kayak
USD $5.00 double, $7.00 single
Kayak in a bird and wildlife sanctuary located on a 4 1/2 mile saltwater lagoon, which boasts a rich variety of birds and local wild life. Choose to go alone or with a partner.

ATVs
USD $69.00
Ride quad bikes through palm tree groves on the way to a secluded beach where you will ride the quad on the sand and catch the sunset. A must do!

Sunset Cruise
USD $16.00
Spend 2 ½ hours in the bay of Acapulco on a cruise. Enjoy an open bar and DJ on board with excellent views of the city.

Shotover Jet
USD $45.00
Riding at high speed, turning 360º, feeling the strength of the wind and discovering the excitement by skimming on churning white waters of the Papagayo River.

Rafting
USD $55.00
Travel through narrow canyons and enjoy spectacular views of sheer cliff walls, dramatic rock formations and exotic wildlife and also ride the rapids of the Papagayo River.

SPECIALS

$150 off Europe Trips of 8 days or more

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Book a Contiki to Europe & save $300 on airfare per couple. They've got deals for solo travelers also.

Valid for new bookings made between March 1st-30th only and must pay air portion in full by March 30, 2010.  Offer is valid for $300 off airfare per couple or $150 off if single traveler.  All travel myst be completed by NOv 30, 2010.  Offer is valid on major airlines.  Air tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable after purchase.  Once payment is received, 100% cancellation penalties apply.  No name changes allowed once a reservation is made.  Offer is subject to availability at the time of booking.  Offer can be combined with all brochure discounts and $150 Spring Flin tour promo.  Promotion can be withdrawn at any time.  

CONTIKI MILITARY DISCOUNT

5% Off for Military Members and Spouses...

Valid for any Contiki trip 8 days or longer. Active or non-active members are eligible, as long as a valid military ID is provided for each person applying the discount. Mention promo code MILITARY0910 to redeem.

Applies to new bookings only. Verification is required. Good for travel through 12/31/2010 Spouses must be traveling at the same time as the military member to apply the discount. Other restrictions may apply.

5% off for Contiki Alumni

So you've experienced your Contiki and are ready to go again?  You lived it up with travelers from around the world and want more Contiki.  Now book another trip 8 days or longer and get 5% off!

Offer valid through August 31, 2010. Valid for trips 8 days or longer. Please call uoo-942-3301 for more details. Verification of previous trip required.

Travel With Friends and Save Big!

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Get 4 or more people to book at the same time and each save 5% off the land.

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Book 7 or more on the same vacation at the same time and score a 7.5% discount per person.

Round up 10 friends or more, booking the same trip at the same time, and each person saves 10% OR the 11th person travels for FREE.

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Early Payment and Other Amazing Contiki Discounts

Early Payment Discount

Offer #1: Save up to US$399

Must book and pay in full at least 12

months prior to trip departure date.

Valid for select trips only.   Offer #2: Save up to US$319

Must book and pay in full at least 6

months prior to departure date.

Valid for select trips only.  

Multiple Trip Discounts - Save $100

Book any 2 Contiki trips 10 days or longer, at the same time & get up to US$100 off the cost of the second tour.

Europe Europe – Save US$100

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Tours may be in different countries or regions.

Australia & New Zealand - Save $100

Book an Australia and New Zealand vacation at the same time and save US$100 off the total cost.

Tours must be a minimum of 10 days.  

Refer a Friend and You Both Save $100

Share the love! Now that you’ve traveled Contiki and had a great time, it’s time to spread the word and earn some cash! Tell your friends about Contiki and earn up to $100* for each person you refer that books.

Your friends score from the deal too – each one that books a trip eight days or longer will receive $100 in excursion vouchers (good for activities like bungee jumping, gondola cruises and wine tasting).

You can refer up to 10 friends (which equals $1,000 for you!) Simply complete this form and you're on your way. Remember, no cheating ("me, myself and I" do not qualify.)

Terms and Conditions:

1.The referral program is valid for new trips booked as of May 1, 2009.

2.You can refer as many passengers as you’d like! You must provide valid names and e-mail addresses (e.g. you may not enter your own e-mail address or repeat the same address more than once). We will issue up to 10 $100 gift cards per Referrer per calendar year. Referees must be new passengers. Not combinable with Past Passenger discount.

3.Referee must between 18-35 years old at the time of travel.

4.Referee must have been referred online and must mention "Refer a Friend" and Referrer's name when booking their trip.

5.Upon booking their trip, the Referee will receive in their travel documentation $100 in Optional Excursion vouchers. The original Optional Excursion vouchers can be redeemed while on their trip and cannot be exchanged for cash reimbursement.

6.The Referred passenger(s) are responsible for reviewing their travel documentation and making sure they received the Optional Excursion Vouchers prior to their departure from the United States. Contiki will not issue a cash refund to passenger(s) for any Optional Excursion because the Referred passenger(s) paid the tour manager directly, forgot to pack or bring the vouchers on the tour, did not use the entire value of the vouchers, looses the vouchers, or advises us after their travel that they did not receive the vouchers.

7.If booking is made within 14 days of the departure, we cannot guarantee receipt of physical vouchers unless traveler expedites their documents at an additional cost. Scanned copies are not available

8.Contiki is not responsible if a Referrer fails to properly identify a Referee. Contiki will not retroactively record a friend who was not identified at the time of sign-up.

9.Contiki will not allow a Referee to be claimed by more than one Referrer. Once a Referee’s e-mail address has been given, it may not be changed.

10.Cash will be given out in the form of a gift card from a major credit card company with a value of $100. Gift card will be issued to Referrer only after Referee completes travel on their trip of 8 days or longer. If a Referee cancels for any reason, the referral reward is forfeited.

11.Offer is not valid for tour purchases made outside the U.S.

12.Contiki reserves the right to resolve any disputes at its sole discretion.

$100 Referral cash will be received as a $100 American Express cash gift card.