Cheaper Contiki-style trips than Contiki
I want to go on a Contiki-style trip while I'm young enough to do so.
However, I looked at Contiki's web site, and found the prices a little bit high. For example, Beaches and Reefs (Start Cairns) is from A$2292 for 14 days, which is A$163 per day.
Are there alternatives that are like Contiki, but are less expensive?
Ideally, I'd like something that is a little bit bogan (doesn't have to be extremely bogan), has a high proportion of people in their twenties or thirties, some of whom are female and single, and located in Australia or somewhere a cheap flight away from Australia (for example Bali in Indonesia).
Best Answer
Although I can vouch for how awesome Contiki is, I can understand that the price-point is higher than you'd spend on your own.
As Mark Mayo pointed out, it's really easy to find where the party is at in Australia. Nearly all of the top-rated hostels found on HostelWorld will be a party with a bar and sometimes a club. I stayed at Base Hostel in Melbourne and the place was pretty crazy every day of the week. If bunk-beds are not your thing, most of these hostels have private rooms as well which might be more convenient for bringing in "guests".
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Is it cheaper to do a Contiki?
Contiki will not be cheap. It will be much more expensive than if you did it on your own. (And, in Europe, you'd meet a lot of people doing it on your own. You'd stay in some awesome hostels, make friends, and save money.What makes Contiki special?
Contiki is for young people who want to see everything and go everywhere without the stress, hassle or surprise expenses that travelling can often incur. Not to mention the added benefit of discounted shows and entry fees that you get on a Contiki. Well worth every penny!What is the average age of the Contiki traveler?
The average age of a Contiki traveler is 26, and more than 60 percent are female. Also, more than half of our travelers go solo, which is perfect since we offer free roommate matching. It's a great way to meet people and allow you to travel even if your friends can't go.Can couples do Contiki?
Contiki trips are inclusive and equally welcome solo travellers, travellers with partners or the whole squad. It's travel in high definition.10 Things to Know BEFORE Booking Contiki
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