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HOLIDAY MARKETS FEATURING PARIS cruise from BERNKASTEL TO STRASBOURG (KEHL) NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT FOR SOLO TRAVELERS All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air program costs (unless otherwise stated) and valid until October 1, 2014. Please contact us for current pricing and informa- tion. Single supplement waived for solo travelers! (Limited availability.) DEC. 1-12, 2015 Full Price Special Savings Special Price Starting from Starting from $3,145 $250 $2,895* *Special Price valid if booked by 10/1/2014. VAT is an additional $395 per person. All cabins have remote-controlled TV & DVD, refrigerator and security safe.

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HOLIDAY MARKETSFEATURING PARIS

cruise from BERNKASTEL TO STRASBOURG (KEHL)

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT FOR SOLO TRAVELERS

All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air program costs(unless otherwise stated) and valid until October 1, 2014. Please contact us for current pricing and informa-tion. Single supplement waived for solo travelers! (Limited availability.)

DEC. 1-12, 2015

Full Price Special Savings Special PriceStarting from Starting from

$3,145 $250 $2,895*

*Special Price valid if booked by 10/1/2014.

VAT is an additional $395 per person. All cabins have remote-controlled TV & DVD, refrigerator andsecurity safe.

Recapture the magic of theholidays as you step intoscenes that glitter with fairy-tale charm. Begin youradventure in Paris, where youwill cruise the Seine Riverand enjoy leisure time in theCity of Light. Next, visitLuxembourg, which transforms its Place d’Armes into a Christmas village.Travel to Trier, which is known for its trove of Roman ruins, before beginning your cruise on the Mosel River in Bernkastel. Stop in Cochem andtour the charming city. Continue on the Rhine River, explore Koblenz andsail through the romantic Rhine Valley. Visit the village of Rüdesheim beforecontinuing to Heidelberg and Worms, an ancient city with an important history. Conclude your journey in Strasbourg, which includes atour of the historic city. Escape the frantic pace and pressures of the holiday season at home and experience the season of Advent in Europe.

INCLUDEDFEATURES

Accommodations• Three nights inParis, France, at thedeluxe Paris Marriott OperaAmbassador Hotel.

• Seven nights aboard the first-classMS Amadeus Silver. Embark fromBernkastel, Germany, and stop inCochem, Koblenz, Rüdesheim,Mainz, Worms and Strasbourg(Kehl).

Transportation• All boat rides, train and deluxe motor

coach transfers in the Land/CruiseProgram itinerary and baggage han-dling on these transfers are included.

Activities and Events• Informative educational programs presented by localexperts will enhance your insight intothe region.

• All excursions as outlined in yourprogram itinerary.

• Personal VOX listening deviceto hear every word from your expertEnglish-speaking guides.

• Attend Welcome and FarewellReceptions and Dinners.

Extensive Meal Program• Enjoy 10 breakfasts, six lunches and

seven dinners; tea or coffee with allmeals, plus wine with dinner.

• Take advantage of leisure time to try the local cuisine independently.

MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS• Consultation services of a

dedicated Passenger ServiceRepresentative prior to departure.

• Services of an experienced TravelDirector throughout your stay.

• Tipping of excursion guides and drivers.

• Detailed travel and destination information to assist in planning.

• Complimentary travel wallet.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Spend seven leisurely nights aboard the exclusively chartered MS AmadeusSilver as you cruise the Mosel and Rhine rivers.

• Enjoy a series of lectures presented by local experts to enhance yourknowledge and understanding of the region.

• Shop at holiday markets across France, Luxembourg and Germany.• Discover Paris, France, and take a cruise on the Seine River.• Travel by TGV train to Luxembourg and see its storybook Christmas

village.• Explore Trier and the Porta Nigra, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Other World Heritage sites on this program are the Upper Middle RhineValley and the historic city center of Strasbourg.

• Enjoy a guided tour of Cochem.• Take in the scenery of picturesque Koblenz and Heidelberg.

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Cruise from BERNKASTEL TO STRASBOURG (KEHL)

NO SINGLESUPPLEMENT

FOR SOLOTRAVELERS

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY ACCOMMODATIONS

Previous page (top to bottom):Paris

Strasbourg

DAY 1 ~ IN TRANSITDepart for Paris, France.AA Provided for AHI FlexAir participants.

DAY 2 ~ PARISUpon arrival, transferA to the Paris-Marriott Opera Ambassador Hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.This evening, gather for a WelcomeReception at the hotel.DAY 3 ~ PARISIndependent Exploration: Spendthe morning at leisure.Excursion: Seine River Cruise.Enjoy some of Paris’ most iconic sights,including the Grand Palace and NotreDame Cathedral, from the Seine.DAY 4 ~ PARISIndependent Exploration: Explorethe city on your own or join the optionalexcursion to Versailles.DAY 5 ~ PARIS/LUXEMBOURG/BERNKASTELThis morning, transfer to Luxembourgvia TGV train.Excursion: Luxembourg HolidayMarkets. Luxembourg’s Place d’Armes transforms into a traditional Christmasmarket. Stroll through the square andadmire goods for sale.Continue to Bernkastel and board theMS Amadeus Silver.This evening, join your fellow travelersfor a Welcome Reception and Dinner.DAY 6 ~ TRIER/BERNKASTELExcursion: Trier. See the PortaNigra, a Roman city gate built in the latesecond century A.D. Discover the 13th-century House of the Three Magi andthe Hauptmarkt, the market square. Excursion: Bernkastel. Enjoy a walking tour of the 700-year-old town.See St. Michael’s Church, the late-Renaissance town hall and more.Later, set sail on the Mosel River.Educational Focus: The Wines ofthe Mosel. Hear about the centuries-old tradition of wine making and thecombination of soil, sun, craft and artthat goes into producing a Mosel Valleywine. Follow with a wine tasting.DAY 7 ~ COCHEM/KOBLENZExcursion: Cochem City Tour.Experience the town of Cochem, knownfor its legacy of folk tales, wine

traditions and vast history. On a guidedtour, walk through the town and visitthe baroque Town Hall and the remainsof the old town walls as your guideregales you with legends and stories.Educational Focus: The Traditionof the Holiday Markets. FromChristmas trees to the festive boothsselling holiday decorations and gifts,learn about Germany’s many traditionsduring Advent.Independent Exploration: Thisevening, the ship overnights in Koblenz,where you will have time at leisure.DAY 8 ~ KOBLENZ/RÜDESHEIMExcursion: Koblenz. Explore the historic town center, with its windinglanes and picturesque squares. Later, sail through the gorgeous RhineGorge and pass Loreley Rock.Educational Focus: Castles andLegends of the Rhine. The Rhineboasts more castles than any otherriver in the world. Learn about Loreley,the siren whose song bewitched manysailors, and many other tales.Independent Exploration: Spendthe evening at leisure in Rüdesheim.DAY 9 ~ MAINZ/WORMSExcursion: Romantic Heidelberg.The university in Heidelberg isGermany’s oldest institution of higherlearning. Explore the town with a strollalong the Hauptstrasse. Rejoin the ship later in Worms.DAY 10 ~ WORMSExcursion: Walking Tour ofWorms. This ancient city has played asignificant role in many historic events,including the advent of Martin Lutherand the Reformation. Its synagogue isGermany’s oldest.DAY 11 ~ KEHL/STRASBOURGExcursion: Strasbourg. Enjoy a touror the historic center of Strasbourg.In the evening, enjoy a FarewellReception and Dinner.DAY 12 ~ IN TRANSITTransfer to the Frankfurt airport for thereturn to your gateway city.A

NOTE: The information presented is preliminary.Itineraries, included features and schedules are subject to change. Many excursions in this program involve an element of walking.

PARIS MARRIOTT OPERAAMBASSADOR HOTEL

The luxurious Paris Marriott OperaAmbassador Hotel puts guests exactlywhere they want to be in Paris.Convenient to the Louvre and otherbeloved tourism destinations, includingthe Eiffel Tower, the hotel boasts almost300 guest rooms and suites, each finished in 1920s art deco style. The hotelalso offers a restaurant, a fitness centerand complimentary Wi-Fi.

MS AMADEUS SILVERThe state-of-the-art MS Amadeus Silverdebuted in 2013 as a flagship of theinnovative Lüftner cruise line. This stylishship, named Kreuzfahrt Guide’s 2013River Boat of the Year, offers the utmostin service and comfort. Immerse yourselfin an ambience reminiscent of a high-endhotel. Relax on the sun deck, browse inthe boutique or connect with family atthe Internet station. Practice your golfgame on the putting green, exercise inthe fitness room or treat yourself to amassage. Savor international cuisine atthe restaurant’s breakfast and lunch buffets, and enjoy regional specialtiesserved with wine at dinner. At the end ofeach day, return to your cabin, featuringa river view, a satellite TV and a bathroom with a shower.

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Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitationthose who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who is fitand able to assist them, and who will be totally responsible for providing all required assistance.AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Travel is based on AdvancePurchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may belevied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which casepenalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or canceledafter ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, allyear Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATERTHAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservationsindependently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of pro-gram cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airline schedule(s).BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the class of service flown.Details will be provided with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are subject tochange by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/overweightpieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe accordingly. Transport ofbaggage and personal effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS - On occasion, AHI Travel obtains, fromits staff, or from trip participants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip activities. 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