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10th May 2012
First timer to England here. I was wondering if it worth taking a day trip to Stonehenge. It seems cool, but is it worth taking a day of your trip to go up there? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks!
10th May 2012
Hello,
I am doing the Grand Adventurer tour in reverse, the tour departs Christchurch on the 8th of November and finishes in Auckland on the 20th; however I am joining it in Queenstown on the 9th. Anyone else doing this, if so please drop me a line as it would be great to talk to someone about it before I go.
I am doing the tour alone (as my friends all ditched me) and I am not exactly worried about that however what does concern me is what I should pack. Am I going to need a lot of winter clothing or will a few heavy jackets be fine? I think I have a general idea of what to take however I would really like confirmation. So if anyone has any information, tips, etc. please tell me as I am need of your help.
10th May 2012
Hi guys, Doing my first contiki tour in May (European Magic- May 9-19) and am debating between brining a large backpack, or a small suitcase with wheels. I’ve read lots on the chatlogs and the forums but am still not sure what to bring. I hear suitcase is easier, but don’t want to check luggage on my flight..what should i do?
10th May 2012
My friend and I are going to be in Christchurch and Auckland for a number of days before and after our Contiki tour and was wondering what were the best things to do around town?
Any good walking trails, beaches, etc that are “must go to’s”?
Any info would be appreciated – coz we’re leaving in 1.5 weeks!
Bec
10th May 2012
Hey everyone… My name is Justine and I’m 21 years old and I live in canada. I want to go to europe next year and do contiki tours… I am going solo i beleive.. so any advice as i look into this great adventure??
Thanks
Justine
10th May 2012
I will be going on a European highlights tour in June and I was wondering about how to pay for optionals. I have 250 US dollars in excursion vouchers but I have heard from some former contiki tour members that certain optionals have to be paid in cash. Is it possible to decide in London which ones I want to take in order to avoid this, since I only plan on doing optionals paying with my vouchers but want to do certain ones?
Also, when during the tour do optionals need to be paid for? At the begining, day of the optional, or at the end of the tour?
10th May 2012
I’m doing a Euro Highlights tour that starts and ends in London so I have a day before and after the tour to spend there. Any suggestions on what to do that’s off the beaten path? Also, any suggestions on bars/ pubs / food, especially near the Royal National / Russell Square?
Also, has anyone gone to the Absolut Ice Bar? Is it worth a look or no? Thanks
10th May 2012
Hi there, my partner and i are EXTREMELY KEEN to book the above tour, around jun 2008! However i have a few questions.. before i book!!
Cheers
Alfie-
Question:
1. How much spending money do you think would be neccesary for the 21 day tour- including lunches (an average) and perhaps little souveniers, and drinking- on average how much per day?? In addition which places in europe are good to shop for clothes etc? I have looked at the FAQs but there is no average the suggestions vary so much
2. In regards to spending money- what would you recommend? It seems all the rates for cards- are a RIP OFF! especially travelex i will more than likely be taking a debit card and credit card- however which banks do you guys think offered you the best rates? it seems there is always the conversion fee around 2.5 %
3. Travel Insurance- any recommendations? Roughly i have found that its about 300 per person is it worth it
4. What is the concept tour accomadation- what is it REALLY like DO you have to bring a sleeping- is it communal bathrooms- i am getting confused, are they are 3 star hotels, hostels or cabins.
5. Any tips/advice from past contiki travellers would be great!!! Especially those who have done the london to athens concept tour.
6. How long are the bus trips do i need to bring panadole??
i think thats about it- i know it seems like heaps guys but really any input would be greatly appreciated!!!
10th May 2012
I’m wondering about camera policies at the Moulin Rouge. (I plan to do that excursion this May.)
Some people said that cameras must be checked at the door. Other people said cameras can be brought in but you must not take pictures or the camera will be confiscated.
What is the real policy? I don’t like to check anything that valuable so I would just leave the camera at the hotel or on the bus if necessary.
10th May 2012
Hi, i am very new to Contiki (as you can prob tell…!)
Firstly, i am assuming that flights to and from America are not included in the cost of the tour..?
Also, I am a little confused, Im interested in the Best of USA trip and there is a transfer flight in this trip, is the cost of that incl. in the price??
Im sorry if im asking stilly questions lol
Jadie x
Ps: if anyone from England has been on this trip, approx how much did it cost (if you dont mind me asking) overall including flights, spending money etc..?
10th May 2012
I’m heading out on the Greek Island Hopping tour and I was wondering if anyone has some good advice on how to make it to the Seaview hotel in Athens from the airport? It seems like there are two trains to take, the first from the airport and then a second down south into Glyfada from changing at the Syntagma station, but that’s as far as I’ve got, assuming that’s even right.
Thanks in advance 
10th May 2012
Can people please tell me their opinions on the above Subject RE: European Tours?
10th May 2012
Hi guys,
My friend and I are thinking of going on the Greek island hopping tour next year june/july but are trying to figure out if we can afford it.
NOT including the tour cost and flights…how much actual spending money do you think we would need to basically enjoy ourselves and be comfortable but not be too over the top in spending?
So basically money for meals not included in the tour and extra activities..
Any help would be great
Thank you!!
10th May 2012
what has happened to the tour dates over winter. they all start on april now.
10th May 2012
HI,
I’ve heard that on most of the European tours the “Contiki Cough” spreads and nearly everyone gets sick. Does this happen on the North American tours especially the long ones? Just want to be prepared before I head off in June
10th May 2012
hey.. just want to know if anyone has been on this tour. I will be going for June 15-June 25. Any advice would be perfect!
10th May 2012
I haven’t traveled alone to this scale before. Looking at the Simply Italy Tour for March. Do alot of people go alone on these tours or is it couples and friends that go together?
10th May 2012
Hi I was just wonding if any one knows when is the best time of year to do the Grand Explorer? because I really want to see both Islands on the same trip.
