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Uncover the Wonders of the Far East with Contiki's Backstage Pass to Asia

Travelers choose from 7 Contiki trips, exploring the history, tasting the tantalizing cuisine, and experiencing the cultures of Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam

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Contiki's 2013/2014 Asia Brochure. (PRNewsFoto/Contiki Vacations)

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Contiki Vacations (www.contiki.com), the original youth travel brand since '62, urges travelers to make every moment count with a Backstage Pass to Asia for 2013. This VIP treatment and exclusive access turns an ordinary trip into the trip of a lifetime with a deeper look at Asia, such as:

Dining with a local family in a Beijing
An Elephant Ride Through the Luang Prabang Forest
Taking a cycle ride to Hue's Ancient Citadel
Visiting the Cu Chi Tunnels in Vietnam
Taking a break in a Chinese tea house

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Traveling Asia with Contiki means groups no larger than 30 people per tour – small enough to have an intimate experience but large enough to share the fun with fellow travelers. All hotel accommodations allow travelers to relax in comfort and style with air-conditioned rooms, private en-suite bathrooms, pools, WiFi at most stops, and short walks to the best locations. Additionally, travelers will experience unique special stays like an overnight cruise on a Chinese-style Junk Boat in Halong Bay, Vietnam.

Enjoy the many ways to travel Asia – 4-wheels to no wheels, private mini-coaches, included internal flights, rickshaws, long tail boats, sampans, and tuk-tuks. Food lovers will rejoice as they enjoy exotic regional cuisine, from fresh Amok curry in Cambodia to spicy Pad Thai in Thailand and zesty Goi Cuon in Vietnam. Asia offers a variety of exotic experiences for anyone looking to live a life of no regrets.

Due to the extreme popularity of Contiki Asia tours, Contiki has added even more departures for 2013-2014, which means there is flexibility to fit into everyone's travel plans.

Contiki travelers can book the popular China Adventure tour and receive $250 off or take advantage of an Early Payment Discount and save on amazing trips to Asia departing on or after April 1, 2013. For more information, visit www.contiki.com/deals.

For more about Contiki, visit us at www.contiki.com, follow us on Facebook and join the conversation on Twitter with our #NOREGRETS hashtag.

About Contiki Vacations:

For 50 years, Contiki has inspired 18 – 35 year olds to make every moment count by traveling to the world's most fantastic destinations. The trips are hassle-free and include the perfect mix of sightseeing, culture and free time. Travelers can choose from over 200 itineraries throughout Europe, Russia, Egypt, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Latin America, & the USA. For more information, please visit http://www.Contiki.com.