Switzerland Today! Trip #:11-23342W LAND PROGRAM Send To: Switzerland Duke Alumni Association August 17-26, 2017 Duke Alumni Travels Paid

Reserve your trip to Switzerland today! Trip #:11-23342W LAND PROGRAM Send to: Switzerland Duke Alumni Association August 17-26, 2017 Duke Alumni Travels Paid

P.O. Box 90572 AHI Travel Special Price* Postage U.S. Durham, NC 27708-0572 Full Price Special Savings Std. Presorted Phone: 800-FOR-DUKE Travel Fax: 919-660-0148 $3,745 $250 $3,495* Please contact Duke Alumni Travels at 800-367-3853 to reserve your space or AHI Travel 855-385-3885 with questions. *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. SWITZERLAND Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) VAT is an additional $295 per person. Dear Duke Alumni and Friends, Ordinary days become extraordinary experiences when you join us for an exciting (1) ______All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air transportation Title First Middle Last Date of Birth costs (unless otherwise stated). Single accommodations are an additional $495 (limited availability). journey through Switzerland. Staggering mountain scenery and turquoise lakes frame Email:______the lush, alpine meadowland and picture-perfect medieval towns. NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gra- tuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not men- Our adventure begins in Switzerland’s German-speaking side. From our base in (2) ______tioned in this brochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal Let us arrange your flights! Title First Middle Last Date of Birth nature. picturesque Thun, visit the federal capital of Bern and take a cogwheel train ride up MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to retain August 16-26, 2017 Email:______any person as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose the Brienzer Rothorn for an unrivaled mountain vista. Witness waterfalls tumbling physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, sub- AHI FlexAir ject only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to the A | Our experts are from sky-high crags in Lauterbrunnen Valley. On Switzerland’s French-speaking side, unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, in- ready to assist you in booking flights. Street Address: ______cluding without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be ac- sample delicious Swiss chocolate and cheese. Then it is on to Zermatt and the companied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be totally responsible for Our personalized air program offers providing all required assistance. mighty Matterhorn! Brienz-Rothorn Railway City: ______AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Travel is based on Ad- the following advantages: vance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price > During our adventure, enjoy in-depth presentations about Switzerland’s history, State: ______ZIP: ______may be levied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in a price guarantee to protect you which case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be from fuel surcharge increases after mountain climbing and the secrets of Swiss winemaking. As our Duke group grows in size, SMALL GROUP SMALL MAXIMUM OF MAXIMUM Home: (______)______Cell: (______)______charged the higher, all year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST ticket purchase TRAVELERS 28 BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to a Duke Host will be engaged to join the program to bring a uniquely Duke perspective make their own airline reservations independently will be wholly responsible for arrival and de- > arrival and departure transfers Sharing with______. (Form sent separately.) parture transfers, and any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program cancellation to the tour. Space is limited to ensure maximum traveling comfort, so we encourage and/or change in travel dates, or airline schedule(s). on most flights I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the class of service flown. you to make your reservation today! Details will be provided with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are subject to > flexibility to change or cancel your Land Program and AHI FlexAir change by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/over- reservations without penalty up to 60 days ❒ I/we reserve the Land Program and request the AHI FlexAir to Zürich, Switzerland, weight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe accordingly. with return from Geneva, to depart from: Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. before departure on most flights AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS-On occasion, AHI Travel ob- Forever Duke, ______tains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip > discounted prices for business-class Departure City activities. By participating in this travel program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing upgrades ❒ Please contact me regarding air options. compensation to you, or obtaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic and ❒ video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any videos, in AHI Travel's sales, > Please send me information on upgrading my flights. marketing, advertising, publicity and/or training activities. assistance in the event of schedule Land Program RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or operate any entity changes or delays ❒ I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. which provides goods or services for this program, and act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or enti- > flight insurance worth up to $250,000, Beth Ray-Schroeder '83

Single Accommodations mission is to deliver ties are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not ❒ I prefer single accommodations at an additional $495 (limited availability). liable for any negligence or willful act of any such person or entity or any third person. In addi- subject to policy terms Director, Alumni Travel ❒ I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is tion and without limitation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsible for available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be any delays, delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury Travel stress-free Duke Alumni Association found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, failure or negligence of any nature howso- ever caused in connection with any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any with AHI FlexAir. Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first-come, first-served substitution of hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without notice, or for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. Dates, Program Details and Tour costs, although given in basis. Reservations to be paid in full by June 2, 2017 (75 days prior to departure). attend to every detail of your journey. customization. good faith and based on tariffs, exchange rates and other information current at the time of print- Mürren View of Eiger, AHI Travel’s on: you can rely AHI With Directors who Travel • Experienced • value. An exceptional travel • Unique access to local sites. • Flexibility and • Safety and security. inspirational educational and cultural travel educational and cultural inspirational that delight travelers. programs Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by payment in full. Final ing, are subject to change at or before the time of departure. No revisions of the printed itinerary payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover or Amex. or its included features are anticipated; however, the right is reserved to make any changes, with Make checks payable to AHI Travel. or without notice, that might become necessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional expenses will be paid by the individual passenger. Baggage and personal effects are the sole Enclosed is a deposit of ______($600 pp required) to reserve ______place(s). responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire program is canceled for any reason, partici- | UNESCO | pants shall have no claim other than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger ACTIVE ❒ Accept my check made payable to AHI Travel. certifies that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disability that would create a Two of Switzerland’s UNESCO ❒ Charge my: ❒ MasterCard ❒ Visa ❒ Discover ❒ Amex hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and accepts the terms of this contract set out herein TRAVEL and in more specific pre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transportation World Heritage sites are companies concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission, or event, during the for CULTURAL Card #______featured in this program: time passengers are not on board their conveyances. The passage contract in use, when issued, EXPLORERS shall constitute the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or purchaser 1. Old City of Bern of this trip. Expires ______/______CANCELLATION-All cancellations for any reason will be subject to a $250 per person administrative fee. You may choose, at the time of cancellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to 2. Swiss Alps Jungfrau- ______a future AHI Travel program that will operate in the current calendar year or year following. Can- Aletsch Discover the legendary alpine splendor of Switzerland! (Signature as it appears on credit card) cellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days Please note: Any payment to AHI Travel constitutes your acceptance of the terms and con- up to the time of departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP CAN- ditions set out herein, including but not limited to the cancellation terms. CELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHI Travel. CANCELLATION OF TRIP OPTIONS- THUN | VILLARS-SUR-OLLON Purchases of optional excursions, trip extensions and additional hotel nights become fully nonrefundable 45 days prior to departure. Air transportation and private transfer purchases are subject 919-684-5114 only to penalties assessed by the airlines and transfer suppliers. AUGUST 16-26, 2017 program information, program discounts and pricing.

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NC 27708-0572 Durham, SWISSCOM17 5 Below: Alpine horns | INCLUDED FEATURES | AHI TRAVEL EXPERTISE From your reservation to your return ACCOMMODATIONS home, we are here to ensure you (With baggage handling.) have the adventure of a lifetime. • Five nights in Thun, Switzerland, at the Before you go: Hotel Freienhof. > TRAVEL CONSULTANTS | These • Four nights in Villars-sur-Ollon at the Hotel experts stand ready to answer your du Golf & Spa. questions about activities, meals, TRANSFER Kandersteg accommodations and more as • The deluxe motor coach transfer in the they guide you through the Land Program and baggage handling. reservation process. MEALS > PASSENGER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | Once you Gruyères • Enjoy an extensive meal program, have reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from including nine breakfasts, two lunches and this specialist, your one point of contact who will help you in the car-free alpine village of Zermatt. The four dinners. Tea or coffee is included with with everything from arranging flights to booking elective local cemetery holds a memorial of all the all meals, plus wine with dinner. activities to fulfilling special requests. TRAVEL INFORMATION oaring crystal peaks, lush alpine meadows, Alpine climbers of the Matterhorn. Admire • Sample authentic regional specialties > | Receive extensive destination gurgling streams and plunging waterfalls, Mürren spellbinding views of cascading waterfalls, at local restaurants. information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team to fully prepare you for your journey. Sthe majestic Swiss landscape unfolds ice-blue glaciers and of course, the hypnotic • Attend a special Welcome Reception and Dinner. Gather for a Farewell Reception Once you arrive: before you. Gondolas and cogwheel trains whisk Lake Brienz Matterhorn. and a Graduation Ceremony followed by a On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer their you to mountain summits for awe-inspring Independent Exploration: Enjoy leisure Inspiring Moments Farewell Dinner. insiders’ perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub to sharing panoramas. It’s easy to understand how visitors DAY THREE B | L time in Zermatt. Consider taking a cog railroad YOUR EXCITING a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated team takes your such as Brahms, Goethe, Tchaikovsky and Rilke THUN | KANDERSTEG to the Gornergrat Ridge where, at more than >Take in extraordinary views TRAVEL PROGRAM adventure to the next level. of the Bernese Alps during found inspiration here. Sail across glacier-fed Educational Focus: Introduction to 10,000 feet, you’ll experience unrivaled vistas > TRAVEL DIRECTOR | Throughout your journey, you will be in the of the Matterhorn and mountain floor. • Informative educational programs, a breathtaking steam- lakes and step into captivating Swiss villages, as Switzerland. presented by local experts, will enhance care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage all the engine train ride up your journey carries you from German-speaking Excursion: Kandersteg. Journey by train to Educational Focus: Swiss Wine. your insight into the region. logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the ambience. Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Travel Director the Brienzer Rothorn. Thun to French-speaking Villars-sur-Ollon. beautiful Kandersteg. Jagged peaks and glaciers • Personal VOX listening devices DAY TEN B | D helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable travel experience. >Travel to Zermatt and Traverse scenic trails serenaded by a symphony provide a beautiful backdrop for the village’s allow you to hear every word from your VILLARS EXPERT GUIDES witness the almighty dark-timber chalets. Pass grazing cows and expert, English-speaking guides. > | Who better to show you around than the of cowbells and breathe in sparkling mountain Cheese and Chocolate. Visit Independent Exploration: Enjoy a full day Matterhorn. sheep during a gondola ride up the mountain. Excursion: • Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed and air, fragrant with pine and wildflowers. Thun Castle, Thun a dairy farm to learn about traditional cheese at leisure in Villars-sur-Ollon. enthusiastic local professional guides who understand the needs >Hike scenic trails lined Walk to shining Lake Oeschinen, breathing in • The following excursions: DAY ONE making. Drive through the bucolic landscape ELECTIVE of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and genuine, they’re with green pastures in the air perfumed with pine, orchids and edelweiss. including Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Afterward, | Two Countries, One Lake. – Explore the town of Thun. A to the village of Gruyères. Discover the history ready to share their passion for their country with you. A World Apart Lauterbrunnen Valley. Depart your gateway city for Zürich, Switzerland. cruise turquoise Lake Brienz to Interlaken, Explore the Swiss and French sides of Lake – Admire the mountains surrounding Local Flavor: Sample local specialties for of Swiss chocolate production, and sample the Geneva, which is known as Lake Léman in > LECTURERS | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining local > DAY TWO D where forested slopes and craggy cliffs are Kandersteg and Lake Oeschinen. The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. Delight your tastebuds with lunch in Kandersteg. results during a chocolate factory tour. France. Travel to Évian, France, the leading spa lecturers open your eyes to history and current events. The breadth smooth Swiss chocolate ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND | THUN alive with cascading waterfalls. – Visit the capital of Bern. of their knowledge deepens your appreciation for the region and It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the DAY FOUR B Independent Exploration: Spend leisure resort, internationally renowned for its healing – Ride a train up the Brienzer Rothorn. and bite into cheese made Upon arrival, transferA to Thun, and check in Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch atop the Rothorn. its heritage. best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story from cows that graze in BERN time in Gruyères. waters. Enjoy lunch in Évian and a guided tour – Hike or take a train through the to the Hotel Freienhof. Independent Exploration: Spend time Lauterbrunnen Valley. begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences alpine-fresh meadows. Excursion: Bern. Sixteenth-century fountains, Upon arrival in Villars-sur-Ollon, check in to before boarding a boat for a lake crossing to Excursion: Thun. Hugging the banks of Aare historic towers and sandstone façades decorate exploring the chic resort of Interlaken, returning the pretty town of Lausanne, cultural center – Nibble some of Switzerland’s famous with local people. >Take in the scenery during the Hotel du Golf & Spa. River and ringed by the majestic Bernese Alps, the capital city. Stand before the ornate clock to Thun by train on your own. of Switzerland. Explore its medieval center, foods: cheese and chocolate. The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized a thrilling cable car ride the storybook Swiss town of Thun awaits. See Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Villars. – Stroll through Montreux. from Mürren, the highest tower to watch its figures twirl before the hourly DAY SIX B | D dominated by a grand Gothic cathedral, before the town’s fairytale medieval castle, built in the – Visit Zermatt for a view of the care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you village in the Bernese chime. See the restored Einstein House and LAUTERBRUNNEN VALLEY DAY EIGHT B returning to Villars. late 12th century. Stroll through the Town Hall Matterhorn. gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. Oberland, to the valley Switzerland’s largest ecclesiastical building, Educational Focus: Mountain Climbing. MONTREUX Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Reception, followed floor 3,000 feet below. Square and the Aarequai, the picturesque the Gothic Cathedral of Bern. Excursion: French Connection. Explore by a Graduation Ceremony and a special By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Excursion: Lauterbrunnen Valley. Journey > waterfront promenade. the Edwardian town of Montreux. Cruise Lake Director allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your Relax over a glass of Independent Exploration: Enjoy free time to postcard-perfect Lauterbrunnen, tucked fondue dinner. wine, enjoying vistas of Tonight, attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Geneva to see the 800-year-old Château de surroundings. This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe in Bern for lunch and exploring on your own. deep into a valley boasting 72 waterfalls. From DAY ELEVEN B snow-frosted summits Chillon, immortalized in Lord Byron’s poem, Hotel Freienhof, Thun and important by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. DAY FIVE B | L here, choose between a scenic train ride and TransferA to the Geneva airport for the return from the terrace of your ACTIVE TRAVEL for “The Prisoner of Chillon.” a hike through the valley to the car-free village HOTEL FREIENHOF | THUN The other important characters in this story are the guides hotel in Villars-sur-Ollon. CULTURAL EXPLORERS BRIENZ | INTERLAKEN flight to your gateway city. Independent Exploration: Enjoy a Excursion: Brienzer Rothorn. Travel to of Mürren. Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. HOTEL DU GOLF & SPA | VILLARS-SUR-OLLON and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider This program is moderately paced with a good leisurely walk through the city, admiring Brienz, renowned for its traditional wood Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Thun. Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces Our travel experts have carefully selected these first-class properties perspective and commentary. balance of included activities and excursions and the magnificent homes and gardens. carving. Ride a steam-powered cogwheel train may be uneven or unpaved. for their prime locations. They are ideally located for exploring the Your Switzerland chapter presents scenes of snow-kissed Alps, time to explore on your own. Travelers should be DAY SEVEN B | D A physically fit, able to walk distances of up to 3 miles, DAY NINE B Provided for AHI FlexAir participants region’s renowned landmarks, while providing opportunities to as it puffs its way to the mountain range’s GRUYÈRES | VILLARS-SUR-OLLON emerald meadows, crystal lakes, historic alpine towns and days exit and enter trains quickly and navigate stairs, hills highest summit, Brienzer Rothorn. Witness ZERMATT B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches and dinners. immerse yourself in local life. Of utmost importance is the quality Travel over the Jaunpass to Villars-sur-Ollon in filled with magical moments that bring your story to life. and uneven terrain. unrivaled panoramas of 690 snow-dusted peaks, The Matterhorn. Spend time Elective experiences available at an additional cost of the services, amenities and accommodations, allowing you to fully the French-speaking region of Switzerland. Excursion: Above: Château de Chillon, Montreux | Cover photo: The Matterhorn, Zermatt Hotel du Golf, Villars-sur-Ollon enjoy your stay. Below: Alpine horns | INCLUDED FEATURES | AHI TRAVEL EXPERTISE From your reservation to your return ACCOMMODATIONS home, we are here to ensure you (With baggage handling.) have the adventure of a lifetime. • Five nights in Thun, Switzerland, at the Before you go: Hotel Freienhof. > TRAVEL CONSULTANTS | These • Four nights in Villars-sur-Ollon at the Hotel experts stand ready to answer your du Golf & Spa. questions about activities, meals, TRANSFER Kandersteg accommodations and more as • The deluxe motor coach transfer in the they guide you through the Land Program and baggage handling. reservation process. MEALS > PASSENGER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | Once you Gruyères • Enjoy an extensive meal program, have reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from including nine breakfasts, two lunches and this specialist, your one point of contact who will help you in the car-free alpine village of Zermatt. The four dinners. Tea or coffee is included with with everything from arranging flights to booking elective local cemetery holds a memorial of all the all meals, plus wine with dinner. activities to fulfilling special requests. TRAVEL INFORMATION oaring crystal peaks, lush alpine meadows, Alpine climbers of the Matterhorn. Admire • Sample authentic regional specialties > | Receive extensive destination gurgling streams and plunging waterfalls, Mürren spellbinding views of cascading waterfalls, at local restaurants. information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team to fully prepare you for your journey. Sthe majestic Swiss landscape unfolds ice-blue glaciers and of course, the hypnotic • Attend a special Welcome Reception and Dinner. Gather for a Farewell Reception Once you arrive: before you. Gondolas and cogwheel trains whisk Lake Brienz Matterhorn. and a Graduation Ceremony followed by a On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer their you to mountain summits for awe-inspring Independent Exploration: Enjoy leisure Inspiring Moments Farewell Dinner. insiders’ perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub to sharing panoramas. It’s easy to understand how visitors DAY THREE B | L time in Zermatt. Consider taking a cog railroad YOUR EXCITING a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated team takes your such as Brahms, Goethe, Tchaikovsky and Rilke THUN | KANDERSTEG to the Gornergrat Ridge where, at more than >Take in extraordinary views TRAVEL PROGRAM adventure to the next level. of the Bernese Alps during found inspiration here. Sail across glacier-fed Educational Focus: Introduction to 10,000 feet, you’ll experience unrivaled vistas > TRAVEL DIRECTOR | Throughout your journey, you will be in the of the Matterhorn and mountain floor. • Informative educational programs, a breathtaking steam- lakes and step into captivating Swiss villages, as Switzerland. presented by local experts, will enhance care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage all the engine train ride up your journey carries you from German-speaking Excursion: Kandersteg. Journey by train to Educational Focus: Swiss Wine. your insight into the region. logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the ambience. Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Travel Director the Brienzer Rothorn. Thun to French-speaking Villars-sur-Ollon. beautiful Kandersteg. Jagged peaks and glaciers • Personal VOX listening devices DAY TEN B | D helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable travel experience. >Travel to Zermatt and Traverse scenic trails serenaded by a symphony provide a beautiful backdrop for the village’s allow you to hear every word from your VILLARS EXPERT GUIDES witness the almighty dark-timber chalets. Pass grazing cows and expert, English-speaking guides. > | Who better to show you around than the of cowbells and breathe in sparkling mountain Cheese and Chocolate. Visit Independent Exploration: Enjoy a full day Matterhorn. sheep during a gondola ride up the mountain. Excursion: • Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed and air, fragrant with pine and wildflowers. Thun Castle, Thun a dairy farm to learn about traditional cheese at leisure in Villars-sur-Ollon. enthusiastic local professional guides who understand the needs >Hike scenic trails lined Walk to shining Lake Oeschinen, breathing in • The following excursions: DAY ONE making. Drive through the bucolic landscape ELECTIVE of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and genuine, they’re with green pastures in the air perfumed with pine, orchids and edelweiss. including Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Afterward, | Two Countries, One Lake. – Explore the town of Thun. A to the village of Gruyères. Discover the history ready to share their passion for their country with you. A World Apart Lauterbrunnen Valley. Depart your gateway city for Zürich, Switzerland. cruise turquoise Lake Brienz to Interlaken, Explore the Swiss and French sides of Lake – Admire the mountains surrounding Local Flavor: Sample local specialties for of Swiss chocolate production, and sample the Geneva, which is known as Lake Léman in > LECTURERS | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining local > DAY TWO D where forested slopes and craggy cliffs are Kandersteg and Lake Oeschinen. The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. Delight your tastebuds with lunch in Kandersteg. results during a chocolate factory tour. France. Travel to Évian, France, the leading spa lecturers open your eyes to history and current events. The breadth smooth Swiss chocolate ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND | THUN alive with cascading waterfalls. – Visit the capital of Bern. of their knowledge deepens your appreciation for the region and It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the DAY FOUR B Independent Exploration: Spend leisure resort, internationally renowned for its healing – Ride a train up the Brienzer Rothorn. and bite into cheese made Upon arrival, transferA to Thun, and check in Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch atop the Rothorn. its heritage. best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story from cows that graze in BERN time in Gruyères. waters. Enjoy lunch in Évian and a guided tour – Hike or take a train through the to the Hotel Freienhof. Independent Exploration: Spend time Lauterbrunnen Valley. begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences alpine-fresh meadows. Excursion: Bern. Sixteenth-century fountains, Upon arrival in Villars-sur-Ollon, check in to before boarding a boat for a lake crossing to Excursion: Thun. Hugging the banks of Aare historic towers and sandstone façades decorate exploring the chic resort of Interlaken, returning the pretty town of Lausanne, cultural center – Nibble some of Switzerland’s famous with local people. >Take in the scenery during the Hotel du Golf & Spa. River and ringed by the majestic Bernese Alps, the capital city. Stand before the ornate clock to Thun by train on your own. of Switzerland. Explore its medieval center, foods: cheese and chocolate. The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized a thrilling cable car ride the storybook Swiss town of Thun awaits. See Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Villars. – Stroll through Montreux. from Mürren, the highest tower to watch its figures twirl before the hourly DAY SIX B | D dominated by a grand Gothic cathedral, before the town’s fairytale medieval castle, built in the – Visit Zermatt for a view of the care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you village in the Bernese chime. See the restored Einstein House and LAUTERBRUNNEN VALLEY DAY EIGHT B returning to Villars. late 12th century. Stroll through the Town Hall Matterhorn. gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. Oberland, to the valley Switzerland’s largest ecclesiastical building, Educational Focus: Mountain Climbing. MONTREUX Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Reception, followed floor 3,000 feet below. Square and the Aarequai, the picturesque the Gothic Cathedral of Bern. Excursion: French Connection. Explore by a Graduation Ceremony and a special By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Excursion: Lauterbrunnen Valley. Journey > waterfront promenade. the Edwardian town of Montreux. Cruise Lake Director allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your Relax over a glass of Independent Exploration: Enjoy free time to postcard-perfect Lauterbrunnen, tucked fondue dinner. wine, enjoying vistas of Tonight, attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Geneva to see the 800-year-old Château de surroundings. This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe in Bern for lunch and exploring on your own. deep into a valley boasting 72 waterfalls. From DAY ELEVEN B snow-frosted summits Chillon, immortalized in Lord Byron’s poem, Hotel Freienhof, Thun and important by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. DAY FIVE B | L here, choose between a scenic train ride and TransferA to the Geneva airport for the return from the terrace of your ACTIVE TRAVEL for “The Prisoner of Chillon.” a hike through the valley to the car-free village HOTEL FREIENHOF | THUN The other important characters in this story are the guides hotel in Villars-sur-Ollon. CULTURAL EXPLORERS BRIENZ | INTERLAKEN flight to your gateway city. Independent Exploration: Enjoy a Excursion: Brienzer Rothorn. Travel to of Mürren. Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. HOTEL DU GOLF & SPA | VILLARS-SUR-OLLON and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider This program is moderately paced with a good leisurely walk through the city, admiring Brienz, renowned for its traditional wood Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Thun. Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces Our travel experts have carefully selected these first-class properties perspective and commentary. balance of included activities and excursions and the magnificent homes and gardens. carving. Ride a steam-powered cogwheel train may be uneven or unpaved. for their prime locations. They are ideally located for exploring the Your Switzerland chapter presents scenes of snow-kissed Alps, time to explore on your own. Travelers should be DAY SEVEN B | D A physically fit, able to walk distances of up to 3 miles, DAY NINE B Provided for AHI FlexAir participants region’s renowned landmarks, while providing opportunities to as it puffs its way to the mountain range’s GRUYÈRES | VILLARS-SUR-OLLON emerald meadows, crystal lakes, historic alpine towns and days exit and enter trains quickly and navigate stairs, hills highest summit, Brienzer Rothorn. Witness ZERMATT B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches and dinners. immerse yourself in local life. Of utmost importance is the quality Travel over the Jaunpass to Villars-sur-Ollon in filled with magical moments that bring your story to life. and uneven terrain. unrivaled panoramas of 690 snow-dusted peaks, The Matterhorn. Spend time Elective experiences available at an additional cost of the services, amenities and accommodations, allowing you to fully the French-speaking region of Switzerland. Excursion: Above: Château de Chillon, Montreux | Cover photo: The Matterhorn, Zermatt Hotel du Golf, Villars-sur-Ollon enjoy your stay. Below: Alpine horns | INCLUDED FEATURES | AHI TRAVEL EXPERTISE From your reservation to your return ACCOMMODATIONS home, we are here to ensure you (With baggage handling.) have the adventure of a lifetime. • Five nights in Thun, Switzerland, at the Before you go: Hotel Freienhof. > TRAVEL CONSULTANTS | These • Four nights in Villars-sur-Ollon at the Hotel experts stand ready to answer your du Golf & Spa. questions about activities, meals, TRANSFER Kandersteg accommodations and more as • The deluxe motor coach transfer in the they guide you through the Land Program and baggage handling. reservation process. MEALS > PASSENGER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | Once you Gruyères • Enjoy an extensive meal program, have reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from including nine breakfasts, two lunches and this specialist, your one point of contact who will help you in the car-free alpine village of Zermatt. The four dinners. Tea or coffee is included with with everything from arranging flights to booking elective local cemetery holds a memorial of all the all meals, plus wine with dinner. activities to fulfilling special requests. TRAVEL INFORMATION oaring crystal peaks, lush alpine meadows, Alpine climbers of the Matterhorn. Admire • Sample authentic regional specialties > | Receive extensive destination gurgling streams and plunging waterfalls, Mürren spellbinding views of cascading waterfalls, at local restaurants. information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team to fully prepare you for your journey. Sthe majestic Swiss landscape unfolds ice-blue glaciers and of course, the hypnotic • Attend a special Welcome Reception and Dinner. Gather for a Farewell Reception Once you arrive: before you. Gondolas and cogwheel trains whisk Lake Brienz Matterhorn. and a Graduation Ceremony followed by a On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer their you to mountain summits for awe-inspring Independent Exploration: Enjoy leisure Inspiring Moments Farewell Dinner. insiders’ perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub to sharing panoramas. It’s easy to understand how visitors DAY THREE B | L time in Zermatt. Consider taking a cog railroad YOUR EXCITING a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated team takes your such as Brahms, Goethe, Tchaikovsky and Rilke THUN | KANDERSTEG to the Gornergrat Ridge where, at more than >Take in extraordinary views TRAVEL PROGRAM adventure to the next level. of the Bernese Alps during found inspiration here. Sail across glacier-fed Educational Focus: Introduction to 10,000 feet, you’ll experience unrivaled vistas > TRAVEL DIRECTOR | Throughout your journey, you will be in the of the Matterhorn and mountain floor. • Informative educational programs, a breathtaking steam- lakes and step into captivating Swiss villages, as Switzerland. presented by local experts, will enhance care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage all the engine train ride up your journey carries you from German-speaking Excursion: Kandersteg. Journey by train to Educational Focus: Swiss Wine. your insight into the region. logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the ambience. Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Travel Director the Brienzer Rothorn. Thun to French-speaking Villars-sur-Ollon. beautiful Kandersteg. Jagged peaks and glaciers • Personal VOX listening devices DAY TEN B | D helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable travel experience. >Travel to Zermatt and Traverse scenic trails serenaded by a symphony provide a beautiful backdrop for the village’s allow you to hear every word from your VILLARS EXPERT GUIDES witness the almighty dark-timber chalets. Pass grazing cows and expert, English-speaking guides. > | Who better to show you around than the of cowbells and breathe in sparkling mountain Cheese and Chocolate. Visit Independent Exploration: Enjoy a full day Matterhorn. sheep during a gondola ride up the mountain. Excursion: • Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed and air, fragrant with pine and wildflowers. Thun Castle, Thun a dairy farm to learn about traditional cheese at leisure in Villars-sur-Ollon. enthusiastic local professional guides who understand the needs >Hike scenic trails lined Walk to shining Lake Oeschinen, breathing in • The following excursions: DAY ONE making. Drive through the bucolic landscape ELECTIVE of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and genuine, they’re with green pastures in the air perfumed with pine, orchids and edelweiss. including Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Afterward, | Two Countries, One Lake. – Explore the town of Thun. A to the village of Gruyères. Discover the history ready to share their passion for their country with you. A World Apart Lauterbrunnen Valley. Depart your gateway city for Zürich, Switzerland. cruise turquoise Lake Brienz to Interlaken, Explore the Swiss and French sides of Lake – Admire the mountains surrounding Local Flavor: Sample local specialties for of Swiss chocolate production, and sample the Geneva, which is known as Lake Léman in > LECTURERS | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining local > DAY TWO D where forested slopes and craggy cliffs are Kandersteg and Lake Oeschinen. The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. Delight your tastebuds with lunch in Kandersteg. results during a chocolate factory tour. France. Travel to Évian, France, the leading spa lecturers open your eyes to history and current events. The breadth smooth Swiss chocolate ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND | THUN alive with cascading waterfalls. – Visit the capital of Bern. of their knowledge deepens your appreciation for the region and It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the DAY FOUR B Independent Exploration: Spend leisure resort, internationally renowned for its healing – Ride a train up the Brienzer Rothorn. and bite into cheese made Upon arrival, transferA to Thun, and check in Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch atop the Rothorn. its heritage. best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story from cows that graze in BERN time in Gruyères. waters. Enjoy lunch in Évian and a guided tour – Hike or take a train through the to the Hotel Freienhof. Independent Exploration: Spend time Lauterbrunnen Valley. begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences alpine-fresh meadows. Excursion: Bern. Sixteenth-century fountains, Upon arrival in Villars-sur-Ollon, check in to before boarding a boat for a lake crossing to Excursion: Thun. Hugging the banks of Aare historic towers and sandstone façades decorate exploring the chic resort of Interlaken, returning the pretty town of Lausanne, cultural center – Nibble some of Switzerland’s famous with local people. >Take in the scenery during the Hotel du Golf & Spa. River and ringed by the majestic Bernese Alps, the capital city. Stand before the ornate clock to Thun by train on your own. of Switzerland. Explore its medieval center, foods: cheese and chocolate. The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized a thrilling cable car ride the storybook Swiss town of Thun awaits. See Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Villars. – Stroll through Montreux. from Mürren, the highest tower to watch its figures twirl before the hourly DAY SIX B | D dominated by a grand Gothic cathedral, before the town’s fairytale medieval castle, built in the – Visit Zermatt for a view of the care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you village in the Bernese chime. See the restored Einstein House and LAUTERBRUNNEN VALLEY DAY EIGHT B returning to Villars. late 12th century. Stroll through the Town Hall Matterhorn. gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. Oberland, to the valley Switzerland’s largest ecclesiastical building, Educational Focus: Mountain Climbing. MONTREUX Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Reception, followed floor 3,000 feet below. Square and the Aarequai, the picturesque the Gothic Cathedral of Bern. Excursion: French Connection. Explore by a Graduation Ceremony and a special By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Excursion: Lauterbrunnen Valley. Journey > waterfront promenade. the Edwardian town of Montreux. Cruise Lake Director allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your Relax over a glass of Independent Exploration: Enjoy free time to postcard-perfect Lauterbrunnen, tucked fondue dinner. wine, enjoying vistas of Tonight, attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Geneva to see the 800-year-old Château de surroundings. This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe in Bern for lunch and exploring on your own. deep into a valley boasting 72 waterfalls. From DAY ELEVEN B snow-frosted summits Chillon, immortalized in Lord Byron’s poem, Hotel Freienhof, Thun and important by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. DAY FIVE B | L here, choose between a scenic train ride and TransferA to the Geneva airport for the return from the terrace of your ACTIVE TRAVEL for “The Prisoner of Chillon.” a hike through the valley to the car-free village HOTEL FREIENHOF | THUN The other important characters in this story are the guides hotel in Villars-sur-Ollon. CULTURAL EXPLORERS BRIENZ | INTERLAKEN flight to your gateway city. Independent Exploration: Enjoy a Excursion: Brienzer Rothorn. Travel to of Mürren. Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. HOTEL DU GOLF & SPA | VILLARS-SUR-OLLON and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider This program is moderately paced with a good leisurely walk through the city, admiring Brienz, renowned for its traditional wood Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Thun. Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces Our travel experts have carefully selected these first-class properties perspective and commentary. balance of included activities and excursions and the magnificent homes and gardens. carving. Ride a steam-powered cogwheel train may be uneven or unpaved. for their prime locations. They are ideally located for exploring the Your Switzerland chapter presents scenes of snow-kissed Alps, time to explore on your own. Travelers should be DAY SEVEN B | D A physically fit, able to walk distances of up to 3 miles, DAY NINE B Provided for AHI FlexAir participants region’s renowned landmarks, while providing opportunities to as it puffs its way to the mountain range’s GRUYÈRES | VILLARS-SUR-OLLON emerald meadows, crystal lakes, historic alpine towns and days exit and enter trains quickly and navigate stairs, hills highest summit, Brienzer Rothorn. Witness ZERMATT B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches and dinners. immerse yourself in local life. Of utmost importance is the quality Travel over the Jaunpass to Villars-sur-Ollon in filled with magical moments that bring your story to life. and uneven terrain. unrivaled panoramas of 690 snow-dusted peaks, The Matterhorn. Spend time Elective experiences available at an additional cost of the services, amenities and accommodations, allowing you to fully the French-speaking region of Switzerland. Excursion: Above: Château de Chillon, Montreux | Cover photo: The Matterhorn, Zermatt Hotel du Golf, Villars-sur-Ollon enjoy your stay. Below: Alpine horns | INCLUDED FEATURES | AHI TRAVEL EXPERTISE From your reservation to your return ACCOMMODATIONS home, we are here to ensure you (With baggage handling.) have the adventure of a lifetime. • Five nights in Thun, Switzerland, at the Before you go: Hotel Freienhof. > TRAVEL CONSULTANTS | These • Four nights in Villars-sur-Ollon at the Hotel experts stand ready to answer your du Golf & Spa. questions about activities, meals, TRANSFER Kandersteg accommodations and more as • The deluxe motor coach transfer in the they guide you through the Land Program and baggage handling. reservation process. MEALS > PASSENGER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE | Once you Gruyères • Enjoy an extensive meal program, have reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from including nine breakfasts, two lunches and this specialist, your one point of contact who will help you in the car-free alpine village of Zermatt. The four dinners. Tea or coffee is included with with everything from arranging flights to booking elective local cemetery holds a memorial of all the all meals, plus wine with dinner. activities to fulfilling special requests. TRAVEL INFORMATION oaring crystal peaks, lush alpine meadows, Alpine climbers of the Matterhorn. Admire • Sample authentic regional specialties > | Receive extensive destination gurgling streams and plunging waterfalls, Mürren spellbinding views of cascading waterfalls, at local restaurants. information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team to fully prepare you for your journey. Sthe majestic Swiss landscape unfolds ice-blue glaciers and of course, the hypnotic • Attend a special Welcome Reception and Dinner. Gather for a Farewell Reception Once you arrive: before you. Gondolas and cogwheel trains whisk Lake Brienz Matterhorn. and a Graduation Ceremony followed by a On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer their you to mountain summits for awe-inspring Independent Exploration: Enjoy leisure Inspiring Moments Farewell Dinner. insiders’ perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub to sharing panoramas. It’s easy to understand how visitors DAY THREE B | L time in Zermatt. Consider taking a cog railroad YOUR EXCITING a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated team takes your such as Brahms, Goethe, Tchaikovsky and Rilke THUN | KANDERSTEG to the Gornergrat Ridge where, at more than >Take in extraordinary views TRAVEL PROGRAM adventure to the next level. of the Bernese Alps during found inspiration here. Sail across glacier-fed Educational Focus: Introduction to 10,000 feet, you’ll experience unrivaled vistas > TRAVEL DIRECTOR | Throughout your journey, you will be in the of the Matterhorn and mountain floor. • Informative educational programs, a breathtaking steam- lakes and step into captivating Swiss villages, as Switzerland. presented by local experts, will enhance care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage all the engine train ride up your journey carries you from German-speaking Excursion: Kandersteg. Journey by train to Educational Focus: Swiss Wine. your insight into the region. logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the ambience. Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Travel Director the Brienzer Rothorn. Thun to French-speaking Villars-sur-Ollon. beautiful Kandersteg. Jagged peaks and glaciers • Personal VOX listening devices DAY TEN B | D helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable travel experience. >Travel to Zermatt and Traverse scenic trails serenaded by a symphony provide a beautiful backdrop for the village’s allow you to hear every word from your VILLARS EXPERT GUIDES witness the almighty dark-timber chalets. Pass grazing cows and expert, English-speaking guides. > | Who better to show you around than the of cowbells and breathe in sparkling mountain Cheese and Chocolate. Visit Independent Exploration: Enjoy a full day Matterhorn. sheep during a gondola ride up the mountain. Excursion: • Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed and air, fragrant with pine and wildflowers. Thun Castle, Thun a dairy farm to learn about traditional cheese at leisure in Villars-sur-Ollon. enthusiastic local professional guides who understand the needs >Hike scenic trails lined Walk to shining Lake Oeschinen, breathing in • The following excursions: DAY ONE making. Drive through the bucolic landscape ELECTIVE of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and genuine, they’re with green pastures in the air perfumed with pine, orchids and edelweiss. including Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Afterward, | Two Countries, One Lake. – Explore the town of Thun. A to the village of Gruyères. Discover the history ready to share their passion for their country with you. A World Apart Lauterbrunnen Valley. Depart your gateway city for Zürich, Switzerland. cruise turquoise Lake Brienz to Interlaken, Explore the Swiss and French sides of Lake – Admire the mountains surrounding Local Flavor: Sample local specialties for of Swiss chocolate production, and sample the Geneva, which is known as Lake Léman in > LECTURERS | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining local > DAY TWO D where forested slopes and craggy cliffs are Kandersteg and Lake Oeschinen. The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. Delight your tastebuds with lunch in Kandersteg. results during a chocolate factory tour. France. Travel to Évian, France, the leading spa lecturers open your eyes to history and current events. The breadth smooth Swiss chocolate ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND | THUN alive with cascading waterfalls. – Visit the capital of Bern. of their knowledge deepens your appreciation for the region and It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the DAY FOUR B Independent Exploration: Spend leisure resort, internationally renowned for its healing – Ride a train up the Brienzer Rothorn. and bite into cheese made Upon arrival, transferA to Thun, and check in Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch atop the Rothorn. its heritage. best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story from cows that graze in BERN time in Gruyères. waters. Enjoy lunch in Évian and a guided tour – Hike or take a train through the to the Hotel Freienhof. Independent Exploration: Spend time Lauterbrunnen Valley. begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences alpine-fresh meadows. Excursion: Bern. Sixteenth-century fountains, Upon arrival in Villars-sur-Ollon, check in to before boarding a boat for a lake crossing to Excursion: Thun. Hugging the banks of Aare historic towers and sandstone façades decorate exploring the chic resort of Interlaken, returning the pretty town of Lausanne, cultural center – Nibble some of Switzerland’s famous with local people. >Take in the scenery during the Hotel du Golf & Spa. River and ringed by the majestic Bernese Alps, the capital city. Stand before the ornate clock to Thun by train on your own. of Switzerland. Explore its medieval center, foods: cheese and chocolate. The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized a thrilling cable car ride the storybook Swiss town of Thun awaits. See Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Villars. – Stroll through Montreux. from Mürren, the highest tower to watch its figures twirl before the hourly DAY SIX B | D dominated by a grand Gothic cathedral, before the town’s fairytale medieval castle, built in the – Visit Zermatt for a view of the care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you village in the Bernese chime. See the restored Einstein House and LAUTERBRUNNEN VALLEY DAY EIGHT B returning to Villars. late 12th century. Stroll through the Town Hall Matterhorn. gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. Oberland, to the valley Switzerland’s largest ecclesiastical building, Educational Focus: Mountain Climbing. MONTREUX Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Reception, followed floor 3,000 feet below. Square and the Aarequai, the picturesque the Gothic Cathedral of Bern. Excursion: French Connection. Explore by a Graduation Ceremony and a special By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Excursion: Lauterbrunnen Valley. Journey > waterfront promenade. the Edwardian town of Montreux. Cruise Lake Director allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your Relax over a glass of Independent Exploration: Enjoy free time to postcard-perfect Lauterbrunnen, tucked fondue dinner. wine, enjoying vistas of Tonight, attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Geneva to see the 800-year-old Château de surroundings. This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe in Bern for lunch and exploring on your own. deep into a valley boasting 72 waterfalls. From DAY ELEVEN B snow-frosted summits Chillon, immortalized in Lord Byron’s poem, Hotel Freienhof, Thun and important by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. DAY FIVE B | L here, choose between a scenic train ride and TransferA to the Geneva airport for the return from the terrace of your ACTIVE TRAVEL for “The Prisoner of Chillon.” a hike through the valley to the car-free village HOTEL FREIENHOF | THUN The other important characters in this story are the guides hotel in Villars-sur-Ollon. CULTURAL EXPLORERS BRIENZ | INTERLAKEN flight to your gateway city. Independent Exploration: Enjoy a Excursion: Brienzer Rothorn. Travel to of Mürren. Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. HOTEL DU GOLF & SPA | VILLARS-SUR-OLLON and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider This program is moderately paced with a good leisurely walk through the city, admiring Brienz, renowned for its traditional wood Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Thun. Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces Our travel experts have carefully selected these first-class properties perspective and commentary. balance of included activities and excursions and the magnificent homes and gardens. carving. Ride a steam-powered cogwheel train may be uneven or unpaved. for their prime locations. They are ideally located for exploring the Your Switzerland chapter presents scenes of snow-kissed Alps, time to explore on your own. Travelers should be DAY SEVEN B | D A physically fit, able to walk distances of up to 3 miles, DAY NINE B Provided for AHI FlexAir participants region’s renowned landmarks, while providing opportunities to as it puffs its way to the mountain range’s GRUYÈRES | VILLARS-SUR-OLLON emerald meadows, crystal lakes, historic alpine towns and days exit and enter trains quickly and navigate stairs, hills highest summit, Brienzer Rothorn. Witness ZERMATT B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches and dinners. immerse yourself in local life. Of utmost importance is the quality Travel over the Jaunpass to Villars-sur-Ollon in filled with magical moments that bring your story to life. and uneven terrain. unrivaled panoramas of 690 snow-dusted peaks, The Matterhorn. Spend time Elective experiences available at an additional cost of the services, amenities and accommodations, allowing you to fully the French-speaking region of Switzerland. Excursion: Above: Château de Chillon, Montreux | Cover photo: The Matterhorn, Zermatt Hotel du Golf, Villars-sur-Ollon enjoy your stay. Reserve your trip to Switzerland today! Trip #:11-23342W LAND PROGRAM Send to: Switzerland Duke Alumni Association August 17-26, 2017 Duke Alumni Travels Paid