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Suite 2M U.S. Postage Presorted Std. Presorted Philadelphia, PA 19107-3426 Join us to celebrate the soul of France’s southwest region on a unpack-once seven-night Phone: 215-561-4700 Toll Free: 800-942-5004 x217 or X209 journey. A warren of half-timbered homes and cobbled lanes, Albi serves as your base for Email: [email protected] or visit www.wacphila.org LAND PROGRAM enriching, countryside excursions and visits to glorious towns. I am a member of ______Council. Full Price Special Savings Special Price* A world of wonders awaits in this irresistible region, including masterpieces by France Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) $3,645 $250 $3,395 Toulouse-Lautrec, spellbinding vistas and medieval fortresses, plus a revolutionary 1) ______17th-century waterway. We’ll meet gracious locals on their family farms and visit Toulouse, Title First Middle Last Date of Birth featuring Albi, Toulouse and Carcassonne *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. discovering the allure of the city’s pink stone landmarks. Witness the unique, cantilevered VAT is an additional $295 per person. All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and houses of Castres, venture to Carcassonne, Europe’s largest fortress, and cruise through Email: ______do not include air transportation costs (unless otherwise stated). history along the Canal du Midi. From the palpable effervescence of hilltop Cordes-sur-Ciel Single supplement waived for solo travelers! This offer is limited, capacity-controlled and tends to sell out quickly. to the delightful ﬂavors of Gaillac wine and regional cuisine, this captivating journey will leave 2) ______you with inimitable memories. Title First Middle Last Date of Birth Let us arrange your ﬂights! This trip combines the security, ease and value of group travel with opportunities for

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PARTICIPATING AIRLINES-all IATA and ARC Member Carriers ©2019 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. 800-942-5004 x217 or x209 www.wacphila.org Affairs Council of Philadelphia World 1 South Broad Street Suite 2M 19107-3426 PA Philadelphia, FRAALBI20 232 Below: Rue du Taur and Basilica Saint-Sernin, Toulouse Art | Architecture | Culture | Cuisine | History INCLUDED FEATURES AHI Travel Expertise Accommodations (with baggage handling) From your reservation to your return home, we are here to ensure you have the adventure of a lifetime. • 7 nights in Albi, France, at the first-class Mercure Albi Bastides. Before you go: > | These experts stand ready to answer Transfers Travel Consultants • Deluxe motor coach transfers during the your questions about activities, meals, accommodations and Land Program, plus baggage handling. more as they guide you through the reservation process. > | Once you have Extensive Meal Program Passenger Service Representative reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from this • 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners, including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; specialist, your one point of contact who will help you with tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine everything from arranging flights to booking elective activities with dinner. to fulfilling special requests. • Opportunities to sample authentic cuisine > Travel Information | Receive extensive destination and local flavors. information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team Cordes-sur-Ciel in the Midi-Pyrénées Countryside to prepare you fully for your journey. Your One-of-a-Kind Journey • Expert-led Enrichment programs Once you arrive: Day 1 | In Transit Day 5 | Castres | Carcassonne enhance your insight into the region. On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer Depart your gateway city for Toulouse, France. • highlight Discovery: Castres. Visit Castres, viewing Discovery excursions their insiders’ perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub half-timbered craftsmen houses along the the local culture, heritage and history: to sharing a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated Day 2 | Toulouse, France | Albi UNESCO World Heritage Agout River. Once home to tanners, paper – Uncover the life and work of the famous team takes your adventure to the next level. 1.Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne French artist Toulouse-Lautrec. Upon arrival, transfer to Albi and check makers and dyers, these colorful houses > | Throughout your journey, you will be in 2.Episcopal City of Albi – Discover Albi on a walking tour, followed Travel Director in to the Mercure Albi Bastides. stand tribute to the town’s storied success the care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage 3.Canal du Midi by a cruise on the Tarn River. Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner in the trade and textile industries. all the logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the 4.Routes of Santiago de Compostela in – See Montauban’s treasures and sites. with your fellow travelers this evening. Discovery: Glide on ambience. Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Canal du Midi Cruise. France (Saint Sernin Basilica) – Witness incredible architecture in Europe’s oldest canal on a leisurely cruise. Travel Director helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable Inspiring Moments Day 3 | Albi Toulouse. travel experience. Selected as a UNESCO World Heritage site – Journey to Cordes-sur-Ciel and visit Enrichment: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. front and through the city’s old quarter, home Free Time: Craft your own adventure in Albi because of its amazing mechanical and a Gaillac winery. > Expert Guides | Who better to show you around than > Delve into the intriguing life of this brilliant today. You may wish to search for treasures Meet gracious locals engineering advancements, the canal snakes to elegant restaurants, shady squares, trendy the people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed AWorld Apart 19th-century French artist whose art gave – Marvel at the colorful houses perched along the narrow pedestrian streets or find a while tasting homemade its way through the land’s natural contours cafes and whimsical shops. along the Agout River in Castres. and enthusiastic local professional guides who understand an insider’s look into Paris’ bohemian era. special riverside viewpoint to revel in splendid The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. products and touring and reveals epic views of the medieval city. Relax over lunch at a local establishment. – Enjoy a cruise on the Canal du Midi. the needs of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and countryside farms. Discovery: Musée Toulouse-Lautrec. panoramas of Albi’s architecture and bridges. – Delight in Carcassonne, a stunning It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the Discovery: Welcome to Carcassonne! Enrichment: The Cathars and the genuine, they’re ready to share their passion for their country Step inside the Berbie Palace to visit the Toast to your French adventure tonight medieval citadel. with you. best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story > Above: Place Nationale, Montauban Join your guide for an introduction to this Albigensian Crusade. Join a local expert Reflect on the life of a Musée Toulouse-Lautrec, home to the world’s as you join a Farewell Reception, followed • Local immersion. Inset: Dairy farm visit, Montauban walled, medieval citadel, which boasts over to learn about the turbulent relationship AHI Connects: > Lecturers | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences great artist at the Musée largest collection of art by Albi native Henri by a Farewell Dinner. 1.5 miles of defensive ramparts as well as between the Catholic Church and the Cathars. • Free time to pursue your own interests. local lecturers open your eyes to history and current events. with local people. Toulouse-Lautrec. de Toulouse-Lautrec. This intriguing collection innovative and traditional milking methods and draw bridges, towers, spires and fountains. • Welcome and Farewell Receptions The breadth of their knowledge deepens your appreciation features many of Toulouse-Lautrec’s world- Day 9 | In Transit The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized is home to chickens, sheep, cows and rabbits. Day 7 | Cordes-sur-Ciel to mingle with fellow travelers. > Gaze at Albi’s architectural Free Time: Enjoy time at leisure to enjoy the for the region and its heritage. famous posters depicting Montmartre’s Tour the farm and taste the delicious cheese Discovery: Transfer to Toulouse airport for the return care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge city’s fairy-tale ambience. Perhaps visit the Cordes-sur-Ciel and Gaillac • A personal VOX headset to hear your jewel, the Cathédrale working-class neighborhoods and lifestyles. made on the property. Next, journey through Travel through the stunning Midi- flight to your gateway city. Château Comtal, a fortress with over 31 Wine. English-speaking guide clearly. you gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. Sainte-Cécile. Discovery: Albi the hills to a winery that produces a variety of Pyrénées countryside to Cordes-sur-Ciel, a Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. Walking Tour of Albi. towers, or the Saint-Nazaire Basilica, home • Tipping of guides and drivers. By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director is nestled along the Tarn River and boasts delectable red, rosé and white wines. Learn village built high on a hill by the Cathars to Flights and transfers included for AHI FlexAir > Follow cobbled paths to vivid stained-glass windows. • Complimentary travel mementos. a remarkable collection of Gothic architecture. how the owners create bold, rich flavors protect themselves from papal crusaders. participants. allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. in Toulouse, reveling in Revel in the vastness of Cathédrale Sainte- through a combination of old and modern Meander along the cobbled streets, viewing Below: Cathédrale Sainte-Cécile, Albi This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important the city’s red-brick beauty. Day 6 | Toulouse Cécile, which dominates the city center. Built techniques. Then sample their wine varietals Discovery: Gothic buildings constructed between 1280 by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Walking Tour of Toulouse. > Cruise along the Canal between 1280 and 1492, the cathedral has and tour the winery. Continue to the Degan Explore “La Ville Rose.” Located in the heart and 1350, and marvel at sweeping views of A Note About Activity Levels The other important characters in this story are the guides du Midi, an engineering many elaborate carvings, a unique brick family farm and settle in for a lunch made with of France, many of the city’s façades are the Cérou valley below. We want you to have a comfortable and façade and an exquisitely painted interior. seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. enjoyable experience. That’s why we have and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider marvel connecting the constructed of red brick, creating a delightful, Indulge in lunch at a charming local restaurant. rated all of our excursions with activity levels Enjoy an authentic lunch of regional cuisine. Discovery: Enjoy harmonious vision of rosy hues throughout perspective and commentary. Mediterranean and Tour of Montauban. Continue traveling through France’s oldest to help you assess this program’s physical a visit to Montauban’s historic center, a warren the town. Begin at the Place du Capitole, MERCURE ALBI BASTIDES | ALBI From ancient villages to glorious vineyards to world-renowned Atlantic oceans. Discovery: Cruising the Tarn River. wine-producing region. Visit a local winery for expectations. Depending on the excursion, of medieval, cobbled lanes and neoclassical a vast plaza anchored by classic 18th- and Board a gabare, a traditional flat-bottomed a tasting of Gaillac wines. Often characterized more leisurely alternatives may be available. Our travel experts have carefully selected this first-class property art, become intimately engaged in the unique rhythms of this > Journey to Cordes-sur- buildings. View the city’s graceful architecture 19th-century buildings, including the Capitole, wooden boat, for a cruise along the Tarn River. by delicate, dry whites and rich, fruity reds, Please call or visit our website to review the for its prime location. The hotel is ideally located for exploring remarkable region of France, adding another memorable chapter and the Place Nationale, an inviting central a grand structure with eight imposing columns. Ciel, a delightful village Gaillac wines are sure to delight your palate. itinerary for full details about our activity levels. the region’s highlights, villages and landmarks, while providing floating in the clouds. Day 4 | Montauban square bordered with pretty arcades and Visit the Basilica Saint-Sernin, Europe’s largest to the rich story of your life. Excursions on this program require: opportunities to immerse yourself in Albi’s local life. Of utmost AHI Connects: Country Encounters. blush-hued buildings. Then step inside the surviving Romanesque church and a UNESCO Day 8 | Albi > walking on cobblestones, unpaved paths importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities > Witness the picture- Meet the owners of a family-run dairy farm. newly renovated Musée Ingres to browse World Heritage site. It is considered by many Enrichment: Contemporary France. or uneven surfaces and accommodations, allowing you to fully enjoy your stay. perfect fortress city Managed by two sisters who are passionate collections by Montauban native Jean- to be the most glorious of all churches along Examine France’s modern-day political, Above: Carcassonne > getting on/off motor coaches and boats Cover photo: Cruising the Tarn River, Albi of Carcassonne. about animal welfare, the farm uses both Auguste-Dominique Ingres and other artists. the Way of St. James. Stroll along the water- economic and social status. Below: Rue du Taur and Basilica Saint-Sernin, Toulouse Art | Architecture | Culture | Cuisine | History INCLUDED FEATURES AHI Travel Expertise Accommodations (with baggage handling) From your reservation to your return home, we are here to ensure you have the adventure of a lifetime. • 7 nights in Albi, France, at the first-class Mercure Albi Bastides. Before you go: > | These experts stand ready to answer Transfers Travel Consultants • Deluxe motor coach transfers during the your questions about activities, meals, accommodations and Land Program, plus baggage handling. more as they guide you through the reservation process. > | Once you have Extensive Meal Program Passenger Service Representative reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from this • 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners, including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; specialist, your one point of contact who will help you with tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine everything from arranging flights to booking elective activities with dinner. to fulfilling special requests. • Opportunities to sample authentic cuisine > Travel Information | Receive extensive destination and local flavors. information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team Cordes-sur-Ciel in the Midi-Pyrénées Countryside to prepare you fully for your journey. Your One-of-a-Kind Journey • Expert-led Enrichment programs Once you arrive: Day 1 | In Transit Day 5 | Castres | Carcassonne enhance your insight into the region. On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer Depart your gateway city for Toulouse, France. • highlight Discovery: Castres. Visit Castres, viewing Discovery excursions their insiders’ perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub half-timbered craftsmen houses along the the local culture, heritage and history: to sharing a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated Day 2 | Toulouse, France | Albi UNESCO World Heritage Agout River. Once home to tanners, paper – Uncover the life and work of the famous team takes your adventure to the next level. 1.Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne French artist Toulouse-Lautrec. Upon arrival, transfer to Albi and check makers and dyers, these colorful houses > | Throughout your journey, you will be in 2.Episcopal City of Albi – Discover Albi on a walking tour, followed Travel Director in to the Mercure Albi Bastides. stand tribute to the town’s storied success the care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage 3.Canal du Midi by a cruise on the Tarn River. Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner in the trade and textile industries. all the logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the 4.Routes of Santiago de Compostela in – See Montauban’s treasures and sites. with your fellow travelers this evening. Discovery: Glide on ambience. Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Canal du Midi Cruise. France (Saint Sernin Basilica) – Witness incredible architecture in Europe’s oldest canal on a leisurely cruise. Travel Director helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable Inspiring Moments Day 3 | Albi Toulouse. travel experience. Selected as a UNESCO World Heritage site – Journey to Cordes-sur-Ciel and visit Enrichment: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. front and through the city’s old quarter, home Free Time: Craft your own adventure in Albi because of its amazing mechanical and a Gaillac winery. > Expert Guides | Who better to show you around than > Delve into the intriguing life of this brilliant today. You may wish to search for treasures Meet gracious locals engineering advancements, the canal snakes to elegant restaurants, shady squares, trendy the people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed AWorld Apart 19th-century French artist whose art gave – Marvel at the colorful houses perched along the narrow pedestrian streets or find a while tasting homemade its way through the land’s natural contours cafes and whimsical shops. along the Agout River in Castres. and enthusiastic local professional guides who understand an insider’s look into Paris’ bohemian era. special riverside viewpoint to revel in splendid The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. products and touring and reveals epic views of the medieval city. Relax over lunch at a local establishment. – Enjoy a cruise on the Canal du Midi. the needs of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and countryside farms. Discovery: Musée Toulouse-Lautrec. panoramas of Albi’s architecture and bridges. – Delight in Carcassonne, a stunning It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the Discovery: Welcome to Carcassonne! Enrichment: The Cathars and the genuine, they’re ready to share their passion for their country Step inside the Berbie Palace to visit the Toast to your French adventure tonight medieval citadel. with you. best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story > Above: Place Nationale, Montauban Join your guide for an introduction to this Albigensian Crusade. Join a local expert Reflect on the life of a Musée Toulouse-Lautrec, home to the world’s as you join a Farewell Reception, followed • Local immersion. Inset: Dairy farm visit, Montauban walled, medieval citadel, which boasts over to learn about the turbulent relationship AHI Connects: > Lecturers | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences great artist at the Musée largest collection of art by Albi native Henri by a Farewell Dinner. 1.5 miles of defensive ramparts as well as between the Catholic Church and the Cathars. • Free time to pursue your own interests. local lecturers open your eyes to history and current events. with local people. Toulouse-Lautrec. de Toulouse-Lautrec. This intriguing collection innovative and traditional milking methods and draw bridges, towers, spires and fountains. • Welcome and Farewell Receptions The breadth of their knowledge deepens your appreciation features many of Toulouse-Lautrec’s world- Day 9 | In Transit The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized is home to chickens, sheep, cows and rabbits. Day 7 | Cordes-sur-Ciel to mingle with fellow travelers. > Gaze at Albi’s architectural Free Time: Enjoy time at leisure to enjoy the for the region and its heritage. famous posters depicting Montmartre’s Tour the farm and taste the delicious cheese Discovery: Transfer to Toulouse airport for the return care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge city’s fairy-tale ambience. Perhaps visit the Cordes-sur-Ciel and Gaillac • A personal VOX headset to hear your jewel, the Cathédrale working-class neighborhoods and lifestyles. made on the property. Next, journey through Travel through the stunning Midi- flight to your gateway city. Château Comtal, a fortress with over 31 Wine. English-speaking guide clearly. you gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. Sainte-Cécile. Discovery: Albi the hills to a winery that produces a variety of Pyrénées countryside to Cordes-sur-Ciel, a Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. Walking Tour of Albi. towers, or the Saint-Nazaire Basilica, home • Tipping of guides and drivers. By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director is nestled along the Tarn River and boasts delectable red, rosé and white wines. Learn village built high on a hill by the Cathars to Flights and transfers included for AHI FlexAir > Follow cobbled paths to vivid stained-glass windows. • Complimentary travel mementos. a remarkable collection of Gothic architecture. how the owners create bold, rich flavors protect themselves from papal crusaders. participants. allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. in Toulouse, reveling in Revel in the vastness of Cathédrale Sainte- through a combination of old and modern Meander along the cobbled streets, viewing Below: Cathédrale Sainte-Cécile, Albi This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important the city’s red-brick beauty. Day 6 | Toulouse Cécile, which dominates the city center. Built techniques. Then sample their wine varietals Discovery: Gothic buildings constructed between 1280 by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Walking Tour of Toulouse. > Cruise along the Canal between 1280 and 1492, the cathedral has and tour the winery. Continue to the Degan Explore “La Ville Rose.” Located in the heart and 1350, and marvel at sweeping views of A Note About Activity Levels The other important characters in this story are the guides du Midi, an engineering many elaborate carvings, a unique brick family farm and settle in for a lunch made with of France, many of the city’s façades are the Cérou valley below. We want you to have a comfortable and façade and an exquisitely painted interior. seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. enjoyable experience. That’s why we have and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider marvel connecting the constructed of red brick, creating a delightful, Indulge in lunch at a charming local restaurant. rated all of our excursions with activity levels Enjoy an authentic lunch of regional cuisine. Discovery: Enjoy harmonious vision of rosy hues throughout perspective and commentary. Mediterranean and Tour of Montauban. Continue traveling through France’s oldest to help you assess this program’s physical a visit to Montauban’s historic center, a warren the town. Begin at the Place du Capitole, MERCURE ALBI BASTIDES | ALBI From ancient villages to glorious vineyards to world-renowned Atlantic oceans. Discovery: Cruising the Tarn River. wine-producing region. Visit a local winery for expectations. Depending on the excursion, of medieval, cobbled lanes and neoclassical a vast plaza anchored by classic 18th- and Board a gabare, a traditional flat-bottomed a tasting of Gaillac wines. Often characterized more leisurely alternatives may be available. Our travel experts have carefully selected this first-class property art, become intimately engaged in the unique rhythms of this > Journey to Cordes-sur- buildings. View the city’s graceful architecture 19th-century buildings, including the Capitole, wooden boat, for a cruise along the Tarn River. by delicate, dry whites and rich, fruity reds, Please call or visit our website to review the for its prime location. The hotel is ideally located for exploring remarkable region of France, adding another memorable chapter and the Place Nationale, an inviting central a grand structure with eight imposing columns. Ciel, a delightful village Gaillac wines are sure to delight your palate. itinerary for full details about our activity levels. the region’s highlights, villages and landmarks, while providing floating in the clouds. Day 4 | Montauban square bordered with pretty arcades and Visit the Basilica Saint-Sernin, Europe’s largest to the rich story of your life. Excursions on this program require: opportunities to immerse yourself in Albi’s local life. Of utmost AHI Connects: Country Encounters. blush-hued buildings. Then step inside the surviving Romanesque church and a UNESCO Day 8 | Albi > walking on cobblestones, unpaved paths importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities > Witness the picture- Meet the owners of a family-run dairy farm. newly renovated Musée Ingres to browse World Heritage site. It is considered by many Enrichment: Contemporary France. or uneven surfaces and accommodations, allowing you to fully enjoy your stay. perfect fortress city Managed by two sisters who are passionate collections by Montauban native Jean- to be the most glorious of all churches along Examine France’s modern-day political, Above: Carcassonne > getting on/off motor coaches and boats Cover photo: Cruising the Tarn River, Albi of Carcassonne. about animal welfare, the farm uses both Auguste-Dominique Ingres and other artists. the Way of St. James. Stroll along the water- economic and social status. Below: Rue du Taur and Basilica Saint-Sernin, Toulouse Art | Architecture | Culture | Cuisine | History INCLUDED FEATURES AHI Travel Expertise Accommodations (with baggage handling) From your reservation to your return home, we are here to ensure you have the adventure of a lifetime. • 7 nights in Albi, France, at the first-class Mercure Albi Bastides. Before you go: > | These experts stand ready to answer Transfers Travel Consultants • Deluxe motor coach transfers during the your questions about activities, meals, accommodations and Land Program, plus baggage handling. more as they guide you through the reservation process. > | Once you have Extensive Meal Program Passenger Service Representative reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from this • 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners, including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; specialist, your one point of contact who will help you with tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine everything from arranging flights to booking elective activities with dinner. to fulfilling special requests. • Opportunities to sample authentic cuisine > Travel Information | Receive extensive destination and local flavors. information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team Cordes-sur-Ciel in the Midi-Pyrénées Countryside to prepare you fully for your journey. Your One-of-a-Kind Journey • Expert-led Enrichment programs Once you arrive: Day 1 | In Transit Day 5 | Castres | Carcassonne enhance your insight into the region. On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer Depart your gateway city for Toulouse, France. • highlight Discovery: Castres. Visit Castres, viewing Discovery excursions their insiders’ perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub half-timbered craftsmen houses along the the local culture, heritage and history: to sharing a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated Day 2 | Toulouse, France | Albi UNESCO World Heritage Agout River. Once home to tanners, paper – Uncover the life and work of the famous team takes your adventure to the next level. 1.Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne French artist Toulouse-Lautrec. Upon arrival, transfer to Albi and check makers and dyers, these colorful houses > | Throughout your journey, you will be in 2.Episcopal City of Albi – Discover Albi on a walking tour, followed Travel Director in to the Mercure Albi Bastides. stand tribute to the town’s storied success the care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage 3.Canal du Midi by a cruise on the Tarn River. Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner in the trade and textile industries. all the logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the 4.Routes of Santiago de Compostela in – See Montauban’s treasures and sites. with your fellow travelers this evening. Discovery: Glide on ambience. Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Canal du Midi Cruise. France (Saint Sernin Basilica) – Witness incredible architecture in Europe’s oldest canal on a leisurely cruise. Travel Director helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable Inspiring Moments Day 3 | Albi Toulouse. travel experience. Selected as a UNESCO World Heritage site – Journey to Cordes-sur-Ciel and visit Enrichment: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. front and through the city’s old quarter, home Free Time: Craft your own adventure in Albi because of its amazing mechanical and a Gaillac winery. > Expert Guides | Who better to show you around than > Delve into the intriguing life of this brilliant today. You may wish to search for treasures Meet gracious locals engineering advancements, the canal snakes to elegant restaurants, shady squares, trendy the people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed AWorld Apart 19th-century French artist whose art gave – Marvel at the colorful houses perched along the narrow pedestrian streets or find a while tasting homemade its way through the land’s natural contours cafes and whimsical shops. along the Agout River in Castres. and enthusiastic local professional guides who understand an insider’s look into Paris’ bohemian era. special riverside viewpoint to revel in splendid The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. products and touring and reveals epic views of the medieval city. Relax over lunch at a local establishment. – Enjoy a cruise on the Canal du Midi. the needs of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and countryside farms. Discovery: Musée Toulouse-Lautrec. panoramas of Albi’s architecture and bridges. – Delight in Carcassonne, a stunning It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the Discovery: Welcome to Carcassonne! Enrichment: The Cathars and the genuine, they’re ready to share their passion for their country Step inside the Berbie Palace to visit the Toast to your French adventure tonight medieval citadel. with you. best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story > Above: Place Nationale, Montauban Join your guide for an introduction to this Albigensian Crusade. Join a local expert Reflect on the life of a Musée Toulouse-Lautrec, home to the world’s as you join a Farewell Reception, followed • Local immersion. Inset: Dairy farm visit, Montauban walled, medieval citadel, which boasts over to learn about the turbulent relationship AHI Connects: > Lecturers | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences great artist at the Musée largest collection of art by Albi native Henri by a Farewell Dinner. 1.5 miles of defensive ramparts as well as between the Catholic Church and the Cathars. • Free time to pursue your own interests. local lecturers open your eyes to history and current events. with local people. Toulouse-Lautrec. de Toulouse-Lautrec. This intriguing collection innovative and traditional milking methods and draw bridges, towers, spires and fountains. • Welcome and Farewell Receptions The breadth of their knowledge deepens your appreciation features many of Toulouse-Lautrec’s world- Day 9 | In Transit The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized is home to chickens, sheep, cows and rabbits. Day 7 | Cordes-sur-Ciel to mingle with fellow travelers. > Gaze at Albi’s architectural Free Time: Enjoy time at leisure to enjoy the for the region and its heritage. famous posters depicting Montmartre’s Tour the farm and taste the delicious cheese Discovery: Transfer to Toulouse airport for the return care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge city’s fairy-tale ambience. Perhaps visit the Cordes-sur-Ciel and Gaillac • A personal VOX headset to hear your jewel, the Cathédrale working-class neighborhoods and lifestyles. made on the property. Next, journey through Travel through the stunning Midi- flight to your gateway city. Château Comtal, a fortress with over 31 Wine. English-speaking guide clearly. you gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. Sainte-Cécile. Discovery: Albi the hills to a winery that produces a variety of Pyrénées countryside to Cordes-sur-Ciel, a Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. Walking Tour of Albi. towers, or the Saint-Nazaire Basilica, home • Tipping of guides and drivers. By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director is nestled along the Tarn River and boasts delectable red, rosé and white wines. Learn village built high on a hill by the Cathars to Flights and transfers included for AHI FlexAir > Follow cobbled paths to vivid stained-glass windows. • Complimentary travel mementos. a remarkable collection of Gothic architecture. how the owners create bold, rich flavors protect themselves from papal crusaders. participants. allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. in Toulouse, reveling in Revel in the vastness of Cathédrale Sainte- through a combination of old and modern Meander along the cobbled streets, viewing Below: Cathédrale Sainte-Cécile, Albi This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important the city’s red-brick beauty. Day 6 | Toulouse Cécile, which dominates the city center. Built techniques. Then sample their wine varietals Discovery: Gothic buildings constructed between 1280 by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Walking Tour of Toulouse. > Cruise along the Canal between 1280 and 1492, the cathedral has and tour the winery. Continue to the Degan Explore “La Ville Rose.” Located in the heart and 1350, and marvel at sweeping views of A Note About Activity Levels The other important characters in this story are the guides du Midi, an engineering many elaborate carvings, a unique brick family farm and settle in for a lunch made with of France, many of the city’s façades are the Cérou valley below. We want you to have a comfortable and façade and an exquisitely painted interior. seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. enjoyable experience. That’s why we have and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider marvel connecting the constructed of red brick, creating a delightful, Indulge in lunch at a charming local restaurant. rated all of our excursions with activity levels Enjoy an authentic lunch of regional cuisine. Discovery: Enjoy harmonious vision of rosy hues throughout perspective and commentary. Mediterranean and Tour of Montauban. Continue traveling through France’s oldest to help you assess this program’s physical a visit to Montauban’s historic center, a warren the town. Begin at the Place du Capitole, MERCURE ALBI BASTIDES | ALBI From ancient villages to glorious vineyards to world-renowned Atlantic oceans. Discovery: Cruising the Tarn River. wine-producing region. Visit a local winery for expectations. Depending on the excursion, of medieval, cobbled lanes and neoclassical a vast plaza anchored by classic 18th- and Board a gabare, a traditional flat-bottomed a tasting of Gaillac wines. Often characterized more leisurely alternatives may be available. Our travel experts have carefully selected this first-class property art, become intimately engaged in the unique rhythms of this > Journey to Cordes-sur- buildings. View the city’s graceful architecture 19th-century buildings, including the Capitole, wooden boat, for a cruise along the Tarn River. by delicate, dry whites and rich, fruity reds, Please call or visit our website to review the for its prime location. The hotel is ideally located for exploring remarkable region of France, adding another memorable chapter and the Place Nationale, an inviting central a grand structure with eight imposing columns. Ciel, a delightful village Gaillac wines are sure to delight your palate. itinerary for full details about our activity levels. the region’s highlights, villages and landmarks, while providing floating in the clouds. Day 4 | Montauban square bordered with pretty arcades and Visit the Basilica Saint-Sernin, Europe’s largest to the rich story of your life. Excursions on this program require: opportunities to immerse yourself in Albi’s local life. Of utmost AHI Connects: Country Encounters. blush-hued buildings. Then step inside the surviving Romanesque church and a UNESCO Day 8 | Albi > walking on cobblestones, unpaved paths importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities > Witness the picture- Meet the owners of a family-run dairy farm. newly renovated Musée Ingres to browse World Heritage site. It is considered by many Enrichment: Contemporary France. or uneven surfaces and accommodations, allowing you to fully enjoy your stay. perfect fortress city Managed by two sisters who are passionate collections by Montauban native Jean- to be the most glorious of all churches along Examine France’s modern-day political, Above: Carcassonne > getting on/off motor coaches and boats Cover photo: Cruising the Tarn River, Albi of Carcassonne. about animal welfare, the farm uses both Auguste-Dominique Ingres and other artists. the Way of St. James. Stroll along the water- economic and social status. Below: Rue du Taur and Basilica Saint-Sernin, Toulouse Art | Architecture | Culture | Cuisine | History INCLUDED FEATURES AHI Travel Expertise Accommodations (with baggage handling) From your reservation to your return home, we are here to ensure you have the adventure of a lifetime. • 7 nights in Albi, France, at the first-class Mercure Albi Bastides. Before you go: > | These experts stand ready to answer Transfers Travel Consultants • Deluxe motor coach transfers during the your questions about activities, meals, accommodations and Land Program, plus baggage handling. more as they guide you through the reservation process. > | Once you have Extensive Meal Program Passenger Service Representative reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from this • 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners, including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; specialist, your one point of contact who will help you with tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine everything from arranging flights to booking elective activities with dinner. to fulfilling special requests. • Opportunities to sample authentic cuisine > Travel Information | Receive extensive destination and local flavors. information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team Cordes-sur-Ciel in the Midi-Pyrénées Countryside to prepare you fully for your journey. Your One-of-a-Kind Journey • Expert-led Enrichment programs Once you arrive: Day 1 | In Transit Day 5 | Castres | Carcassonne enhance your insight into the region. On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer Depart your gateway city for Toulouse, France. • highlight Discovery: Castres. Visit Castres, viewing Discovery excursions their insiders’ perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub half-timbered craftsmen houses along the the local culture, heritage and history: to sharing a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated Day 2 | Toulouse, France | Albi UNESCO World Heritage Agout River. Once home to tanners, paper – Uncover the life and work of the famous team takes your adventure to the next level. 1.Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne French artist Toulouse-Lautrec. Upon arrival, transfer to Albi and check makers and dyers, these colorful houses > | Throughout your journey, you will be in 2.Episcopal City of Albi – Discover Albi on a walking tour, followed Travel Director in to the Mercure Albi Bastides. stand tribute to the town’s storied success the care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage 3.Canal du Midi by a cruise on the Tarn River. Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner in the trade and textile industries. all the logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the 4.Routes of Santiago de Compostela in – See Montauban’s treasures and sites. with your fellow travelers this evening. Discovery: Glide on ambience. Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Canal du Midi Cruise. France (Saint Sernin Basilica) – Witness incredible architecture in Europe’s oldest canal on a leisurely cruise. Travel Director helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable Inspiring Moments Day 3 | Albi Toulouse. travel experience. Selected as a UNESCO World Heritage site – Journey to Cordes-sur-Ciel and visit Enrichment: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. front and through the city’s old quarter, home Free Time: Craft your own adventure in Albi because of its amazing mechanical and a Gaillac winery. > Expert Guides | Who better to show you around than > Delve into the intriguing life of this brilliant today. You may wish to search for treasures Meet gracious locals engineering advancements, the canal snakes to elegant restaurants, shady squares, trendy the people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed AWorld Apart 19th-century French artist whose art gave – Marvel at the colorful houses perched along the narrow pedestrian streets or find a while tasting homemade its way through the land’s natural contours cafes and whimsical shops. along the Agout River in Castres. and enthusiastic local professional guides who understand an insider’s look into Paris’ bohemian era. special riverside viewpoint to revel in splendid The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. products and touring and reveals epic views of the medieval city. Relax over lunch at a local establishment. – Enjoy a cruise on the Canal du Midi. the needs of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and countryside farms. Discovery: Musée Toulouse-Lautrec. panoramas of Albi’s architecture and bridges. – Delight in Carcassonne, a stunning It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the Discovery: Welcome to Carcassonne! Enrichment: The Cathars and the genuine, they’re ready to share their passion for their country Step inside the Berbie Palace to visit the Toast to your French adventure tonight medieval citadel. with you. best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story > Above: Place Nationale, Montauban Join your guide for an introduction to this Albigensian Crusade. Join a local expert Reflect on the life of a Musée Toulouse-Lautrec, home to the world’s as you join a Farewell Reception, followed • Local immersion. Inset: Dairy farm visit, Montauban walled, medieval citadel, which boasts over to learn about the turbulent relationship AHI Connects: > Lecturers | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences great artist at the Musée largest collection of art by Albi native Henri by a Farewell Dinner. 1.5 miles of defensive ramparts as well as between the Catholic Church and the Cathars. • Free time to pursue your own interests. local lecturers open your eyes to history and current events. with local people. Toulouse-Lautrec. de Toulouse-Lautrec. This intriguing collection innovative and traditional milking methods and draw bridges, towers, spires and fountains. • Welcome and Farewell Receptions The breadth of their knowledge deepens your appreciation features many of Toulouse-Lautrec’s world- Day 9 | In Transit The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized is home to chickens, sheep, cows and rabbits. Day 7 | Cordes-sur-Ciel to mingle with fellow travelers. > Gaze at Albi’s architectural Free Time: Enjoy time at leisure to enjoy the for the region and its heritage. famous posters depicting Montmartre’s Tour the farm and taste the delicious cheese Discovery: Transfer to Toulouse airport for the return care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge city’s fairy-tale ambience. Perhaps visit the Cordes-sur-Ciel and Gaillac • A personal VOX headset to hear your jewel, the Cathédrale working-class neighborhoods and lifestyles. made on the property. Next, journey through Travel through the stunning Midi- flight to your gateway city. Château Comtal, a fortress with over 31 Wine. English-speaking guide clearly. you gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. Sainte-Cécile. Discovery: Albi the hills to a winery that produces a variety of Pyrénées countryside to Cordes-sur-Ciel, a Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. Walking Tour of Albi. towers, or the Saint-Nazaire Basilica, home • Tipping of guides and drivers. By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director is nestled along the Tarn River and boasts delectable red, rosé and white wines. Learn village built high on a hill by the Cathars to Flights and transfers included for AHI FlexAir > Follow cobbled paths to vivid stained-glass windows. • Complimentary travel mementos. a remarkable collection of Gothic architecture. how the owners create bold, rich flavors protect themselves from papal crusaders. participants. allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. in Toulouse, reveling in Revel in the vastness of Cathédrale Sainte- through a combination of old and modern Meander along the cobbled streets, viewing Below: Cathédrale Sainte-Cécile, Albi This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important the city’s red-brick beauty. Day 6 | Toulouse Cécile, which dominates the city center. Built techniques. Then sample their wine varietals Discovery: Gothic buildings constructed between 1280 by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Walking Tour of Toulouse. > Cruise along the Canal between 1280 and 1492, the cathedral has and tour the winery. Continue to the Degan Explore “La Ville Rose.” Located in the heart and 1350, and marvel at sweeping views of A Note About Activity Levels The other important characters in this story are the guides du Midi, an engineering many elaborate carvings, a unique brick family farm and settle in for a lunch made with of France, many of the city’s façades are the Cérou valley below. We want you to have a comfortable and façade and an exquisitely painted interior. seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. enjoyable experience. That’s why we have and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider marvel connecting the constructed of red brick, creating a delightful, Indulge in lunch at a charming local restaurant. rated all of our excursions with activity levels Enjoy an authentic lunch of regional cuisine. Discovery: Enjoy harmonious vision of rosy hues throughout perspective and commentary. Mediterranean and Tour of Montauban. Continue traveling through France’s oldest to help you assess this program’s physical a visit to Montauban’s historic center, a warren the town. Begin at the Place du Capitole, MERCURE ALBI BASTIDES | ALBI From ancient villages to glorious vineyards to world-renowned Atlantic oceans. Discovery: Cruising the Tarn River. wine-producing region. Visit a local winery for expectations. Depending on the excursion, of medieval, cobbled lanes and neoclassical a vast plaza anchored by classic 18th- and Board a gabare, a traditional flat-bottomed a tasting of Gaillac wines. Often characterized more leisurely alternatives may be available. Our travel experts have carefully selected this first-class property art, become intimately engaged in the unique rhythms of this > Journey to Cordes-sur- buildings. View the city’s graceful architecture 19th-century buildings, including the Capitole, wooden boat, for a cruise along the Tarn River. by delicate, dry whites and rich, fruity reds, Please call or visit our website to review the for its prime location. The hotel is ideally located for exploring remarkable region of France, adding another memorable chapter and the Place Nationale, an inviting central a grand structure with eight imposing columns. Ciel, a delightful village Gaillac wines are sure to delight your palate. itinerary for full details about our activity levels. the region’s highlights, villages and landmarks, while providing floating in the clouds. Day 4 | Montauban square bordered with pretty arcades and Visit the Basilica Saint-Sernin, Europe’s largest to the rich story of your life. Excursions on this program require: opportunities to immerse yourself in Albi’s local life. Of utmost AHI Connects: Country Encounters. blush-hued buildings. Then step inside the surviving Romanesque church and a UNESCO Day 8 | Albi > walking on cobblestones, unpaved paths importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities > Witness the picture- Meet the owners of a family-run dairy farm. newly renovated Musée Ingres to browse World Heritage site. It is considered by many Enrichment: Contemporary France. or uneven surfaces and accommodations, allowing you to fully enjoy your stay. perfect fortress city Managed by two sisters who are passionate collections by Montauban native Jean- to be the most glorious of all churches along Examine France’s modern-day political, Above: Carcassonne > getting on/off motor coaches and boats Cover photo: Cruising the Tarn River, Albi of Carcassonne. about animal welfare, the farm uses both Auguste-Dominique Ingres and other artists. the Way of St. James. Stroll along the water- economic and social status. Reserve your Albi adventure today! PROGRAM DATES Trip #:7-25145W June 2-10, 2020 Send to Undiscovered France Air Program dates: World Affairs Council of Philadelphia June 3-10, 2020 Undiscovered Land Program dates: Paid 1 South Broad Street Dear Council Travelers, AHI Travel

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