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Costa Rica Unplugged
1 country \ 12 days \ from US$1994 per person
This tiny country is a haven for discovery, so get ready to go in-depth on this 12 day trip. From jungles & rainforests, to volcanoes, beaches, cool coffee plantations & even cooler locals, it’s the perfect way to uncover amazing Costa Rica.
Argentina & Brazil Experience (Until Jan 2014)
2 countries \ 10 days \ from US$2659 per person
From Tango, beef & red wine in Argentina, to the bikini’s, beaches & babes of Brazil, on this 10 day experience you’ll live it all like a local. Starting in Buenos Aires, feel the cosmopolitan vibes as you venture into the heart of the city to see what makes it tick! We’ll fly to Iguassu to experience the unbelievable falls from both sides before hitting up the beaches & islands of Buzios. We’ll finish up with Rio, home to Carnival, Christo Rentendor & Sugarloaf where you’ll see all it’s legendary highlights up close.
The Explorer (Until Jan 2014)
3 countries \ 19 days \ from US$5635 per person
Get ready for an epic South American journey, hitting the highlights of Peru, Argentina & Brazil. Follow the footsteps of the Inca’s at spots like Machu Picchu, Cusco & the incredible Amazon. Live it like a local in Buenos Aires & delve into its cool vibes, not to mention the beef & wine, before Iguassu Falls. From beaches & bikini’s to caipirinhas, experience the best of Brazil in Buzios & the home of Carnival, Rio. You can choose to either trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, or take it easy & go by train.
Brazil & Argentina Experience (Until Jan 2014)
2 countries \ 10 days \ from US$2425 per person
From the bikini’s, beaches & babes of Brazil, to Tango, beef & red wine in Argentina, on this 10 day experience you’ll live it all like a local. Starting in Rio de Janeiro, home to Carnival, Christo Rentendor & Sugarloaf, you’ll see all it’s legendary highlights up close. Hit up the beaches & islands of Buzios, before flying to Iguassu to experience the unbelievable falls from both sides. We’ll finish up in Buenos Aires, where you'll feel the cosmopolitan vibes as you venture into the heart of the city to see what makes it tick!
Thai Island Hopper East
1 country \ 9 days \ from US$654 per person
Sun, swimming & good times are what you’re into, then the Thai Islands are all yours. Jump your way from Koh Samui to Koh Tao, finishing it up with the legendary Koh Pha Ngan. With multiple nights on each island, you can sit back on island time. Take it up a notch if you want & swim & snorkel off white sand beaches, go hiking in emerald green forests, or choose to chill on the beach & sip cocktails from a coconuts as you really relax & indulge.
Thai Island Hopper West
1 country \ 9 days \ from US$826 per person
Some of the world's best beaches in some of the ultimate places to chill make this Thai Island Hopper trip a must. From busy Phuket, head to paradise on legendary Koh Phi Phi, before Krabi & its amazing scenery. Treat yourself to a relaxing Thai massage, visit ‘The Beach’ and soak up the sun from the white sandy shoreline or sea canoe in the beautiful clear waters. It’s your choice to relax, indulge or party until the sun comes up…
China Adventure
2 countries \ 12 days \ from US$2464 per person
Ancient history & fascinating culture make China a must-visit. Stroll the Great Wall & be dwarfed by the high-rises of Hong Kong & Shanghai. Get up close to the mystic limestone karsts of Yangshuo before being amazed by Xi’an’s famous & incredible Terracotta Army. When you’re not walking in the footsteps of emperors, see this amazing country from a different angle, like on the back of a rickshaw or bike!
Vietnam Highlights
1 country \ 10 days \ from US$1061 per person
Vietnam Highlights is the perfect way for a taste of Vietnam’s best in a short amount of time. Experience the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi, relax and soak up the rays on a beach in Nha Trang, hit Hoi An by bike & chill out in the amazing scenery of Hue. Later, sit back & discover the amazing limestone formations of Halong Bay aboard a traditional junk boat as you indulge in Vietnam’s coolest spots.
Vietnam Experience
1 country \ 12 days \ from US$1268 per person
With golden temples, jade green waters, yellow rice paddy fields & coloured silks, Vietnam is an explosion of colour. See coconut palms, sugar plantations & the locals in their conical hats in the Mekong. Cruise the river delta, visit floating markets, get on 2 wheels as you cycle through Hoi An, soak up some rays on the beach in Nha Trang & cruise Halong Bay on a traditional junk boat. This is truly a country where East meets West & this tour is the ultimate way to experience it.
Scandinavia & Russia Plus
8 countries \ 23 days \ from US$3695 per person
From the Vodka bars of Russia to the surreal landscapes of the Norwegian Fjords, venture into some seriously impressive & historical places while on tour. Sit lakeside in Lillehammer, see the famous Circus in colourful Moscow, tour the Hermitage in St. Petersburg, visit Brest Fortress in Belarus & tour the Jewish Ghetto in Warsaw (& that’s just the start!). There’s so much happening here & with 8 fascinating countries to visit in 22 days, get ready for sights & experiences like no other!
Asian Adventure
3 countries \ 14 days \ from US$1632 per person
Get into the best of Thailand, Laos & Cambodia in 14 incredible days. Be part of the buzz & bright lights of Bangkok before a change of scene in the Mekong with its rice paddy & sugar fields & coconut palms. The low key vibes of Laos, with its small villages, saffron robed monks & French colonial past are up next, before Angkor Wat & Ta Prohm in Cambodia's jungle & a slice of Phnom Penh.
Mykonos & Island Cruising
2 countries \ 8 days \ from US$1600 per person
A cruise in the Greek islands is pretty much the ideal holiday for anyone who longs for sun, sand and shopping. If culture is also your thing, then there's plenty of that to be found, considering the thousands of years of Greek history! Your free time really is your own here as you sail between Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, and a day in Turkey at Kusadasi. Beautiful hilltop villages, relaxing days spent on a beach or the ship deck, and stunning sunsets. You can't help wishing everyday was like this!
Golden Fleece (incl. 7 days cruising)
2 countries \ 9 days \ from US$2059 per person
The Golden Fleece, operated by Louis Hellenic Cruises, offers relaxation, sightseeing and fabulous Greek food not only for the young, but also the young at heart. Beginning and ending in Athens, you'll cruise for 7 days to the Cycladic islands of Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, Rhodes and Patmos as well stops in Turkey at Kusadasi and bustling Istanbul. There's nothing quite like watching the sun set over the Mediterranean from the bow of your luxury cruise ship while sipping on the cocktail of the day. Paradise.
The Northern Trek
14 countries \ 26 days \ from US$2685 per person
Head into the great unknown with this 26 day camping tour. Meet up in Athens and begin your adventure with stops in places like Turkey, Macedonia and Croatia before getting back on the mainstream track through Germany and Switzerland - these are just a few of the amazing countries you'll visit! The best bit though, has to be doing it the way Contiki started - a bunch of new friends, two person tents, and the open road.

