NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/depar- Reserve your trip to Patagonia today! ture fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, Send to: Treasures of Patagonia liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under INCLUDED FEATURES Trip #:2-21765W included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. Ohio State Alumni Tours MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to LAND/CRUISE PROGRAM Longaberger Alumni House accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opin- ion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition 2200 Olentangy River Road may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject ACCOMMODATIONS Columbus, OH 43210-1035 only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which January 26-February 3, 2015 Paid corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation AHI Travel Please call Amy Stoneking at Ohio State Alumni Tours at 614-292-2372 ext. 2 or • Two nights in Santiago at the deluxe U.S. Postage those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accom- Std. Presorted 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) with questions regarding this trip or to make a reservation. panied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be InterContinental Santiago. totally responsible for providing all required assistance. Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Full Price Special Savings Special Price Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are • Three nights in Puerto Varas at the issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connect- ing flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which B-Twin (Deck 1 Fwd) $4,645 $250 $4,395* (1) ______case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if deluxe Hotel Patagónico. First Middle Last Date of Birth reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all year A-Twin (Deck 1) $5,345 $250 $5,095* • Three-night cruise aboard Email:______Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independ- Via Australis. MVVIA AUSTRALIS ently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred AA-Twin (Deck 2) $5,545 $250 $5,295* (2) ______as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or air- First Middle Last Date of Birth line schedule(s). MEALS Climb aboard the Via Australis and gain a BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the AAA-Twin (Deck 3) $6,045 $250 $5,795* Top to bottom: Email:______class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure deeper understanding of the world’s spectacular information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier • Enjoy an extensive meal program, Viewing elephant seals without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/over- All cabins are outward facing and feature large picture windows, private bathroom, safe and hair dryer. southernmost region. Trained in conservation and weight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your which includes all meals on board the Friendly musician, Patagonia wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. Street Address ______owner's risk throughout the travel program. ship: eight breakfasts, five lunches and environmental protection, the professional crew Statue of Virgin Mary, San AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS - On occasion, AHI VAT is an additional $395 per person. Cristobal hill, Santiago Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or of the Via Australis will share with you their video images of passengers and trip activities. By participating in this trav- five dinners. Coffee, tea and water are Puerto Varas, City ______el program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and Treasures of you, or obtaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic available with all meals, plus wine with knowledge about the pristine wilderness and Join us as we discover the natural treasures of Chilean Whale watching from zodiac Cover photos (clockwise): and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any do not include air program costs (unless otherwise stated). videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicity and/or train- dinner. waterways, breathtaking fjords and glaciers, boats, Patagonia Exploring Tierra del fuego State______ZIP ______ing activities. Single accommodations are an additional $1,495 (limited availability). Patagonia, as well as dynamic Santiago and the lush, forested RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or Magellanic penguins operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and • Sample authentic regional specialties at and exotic animals and plant life. You’ll also gain Andean Lake District. An unforgettable highlight of this act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, “I grew up in this town, my Huasos, Chile Home: (______)______Cell: (______)______transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities local restaurants. deeper insight into the natural wonders of the are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring adventure is a three-night cruise through Tierra del Fuego on poetry was born between Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any such per- • Attend festive Welcome and Farewell Patagonian region with informative onboard son or entity or any third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI the inviting Via Australis, with modern comforts and a Sharing with______. (Form sent separately.) 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No revisions of the coach transfers in the Land/Cruise Ì printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the geography of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego as you visit ~ Pablo Neruda, I prefer single accommodations at an additional $1,495 (limited availability). right is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might Program itinerary and baggage handling panoramic deck, you’ll enjoy every corner of Ì I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is become necessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional Our personalized air program expenses will be paid by the individual passenger. Baggage and personal on these transfers are included. this sleek vessel, built in 2005. To round out unspoiled waterfalls, view rugged mountains, sail through Chilean writer and Nobel Prize available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be effects are the sole responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire allows you to select your found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. program is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim other stunning fjords and discover pristine forests and glaciers as than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies your journey, each day brings new culinary in Literature winner, 1904-1973 Land/Cruise and Air Program that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disability that flights, routing, class of YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and Your trip takes delights in the lovely dining room, which explorers did centuries ago. We also make sure you have ample Ì I/we reserve the Land Program and request the Air Program to/from Santiago, accepts the terms of this contract set out herein and in more specific PROGRAM “Of all the parts of South Chile, to depart from: pre-departure passenger information. 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Further, Association shall not be responsible for losses independent traveler to arrange all these unique experiences, inclusions Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first served or additional expenses of any participants due to sickness, weather, – Explore bustling Santiago. make your reservation today. 64 cabins features its own bathroom with British academic and historian, Ohio State Alumni Tours Longaberger Alumni House 2200 Olentangy River Road Columbus, OH 43210-1035 58 PATAGONA15 basis. Reservations to be paid in full by November 11, 2014 (75 days prior to strike, civil unrest, acts of terrorism, quarantine, acts of God, or other transfers between the airport and services at a comparable price. departure). 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1. Magellanic penguins 2. Sea lions PROGRAM The Wildlife of Patagonia 3. Darwin’s Rhea HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the captivating city of Santiago. • Glide across Lake Todos los Santos on a catamaran and admire the views of the Osorno Volcano. Explorers, Settlers and Outlaws The Patagonian Coastal zone is home to an array of fascinating wildlife, including charismatic Magdalena Island • Cruise through the Strait Magellanic penguins. These boisterous, monogamous creatures can be seen marching single For more than 10,000 years, what is called of Magellan, walk file and tend to return each year to the same nests, where males and females share Patagonia was the domain of nomadic on glaciers, gaze at the go ashore on Magdalena Island, located parenting duties. indigenous tribes. In 1520, Portuguese rugged mountains and in the middle of the Strait of Magellan. Another gregarious inhabitant that returns annually to Patagonia’s shores, the Southern explorer Ferdinand Magellan, funded by the get up-close views of the The island was an essential source of INTERCONTINENTAL SANTIAGO elephant seal is the world’s largest seal and can grow to about 21 feet long and weigh up to Spanish Court, made landfall in the region, wildlife during a cruise of supplies for navigators and explorers and SANTIAGO 3 tons. The elephant seal gets its name from its long trunk, which the male inflates during stopping briefly during his attempt to be the rugged Tierra del Fuego. is inhabited by a colony of Magellanic The InterContinental Santiago is located in the mating rituals. The strongest bulls establish harems of several dozen females. first person to circumnavigate the world. penguins you might see during a walk to city’s financial district near shops, restaurants • Discover the life of Kick off your adventure in vibrant Santiago, Inland, other fascinating wildlife includes bright pink Chilean flamingos, llama-like guanacos; Top: Exploring Patagonia | Above: Cruising the Lake Among the first European settlers in the Above: Waterfall, Puella, Lake District and bookstores. The hotel boasts elegant guest District | Above right: View from upper deck of the area was a group of Welsh nonconformists, the lighthouse. cowboys at a Chilean surrounded by glittering skyscrapers and large, elusive pumas; Andean condors; and more than five million sheep. The region is also Via Australis in the Beagle Channel | Right: Black Above right: Up- close view of glacier in zodiac boats Disembarkation at Punta Arenas is rooms with modern amenities as well as an ranch. the snow-dusted Andes Mountains. Explore home to the Patagonian gray fox. Interestingly, females without litters sometimes bring their Forest German style wooden house in Puerto Varas sailing from Liverpool in 1865 in search of indoor lap pool and a fitness center with spa religious freedom. Arriving in the Lower scheduled for late morning. Transfer to • Go ashore aboard zodiac the emerald waters of the Andean Lake food to families with pups, a behavior that has played a major role in this species’ survival. settling in at Hotel Patagónico. educational talks will take place on board services. Don’t forget to enjoy a pisco sour, a Chubut Valley, they were saved from the airport for a midday flight to Chilean specialty, in the hotel’s Benatino Bar. boats for exploration and District via catamaran, and take in sweet and on land. Day 4 b | l starvation by members of the Tehuelche tribe Santiago. Check in to the seize opportunities to smelling forests, and charming hamlets. Rub Puerto Varas Day 7 b | l | d embrace your sense of Day 1 before establishing an agricultural colony. InterContinental Santiago. Spend the shoulders with cowboys at a Chilean barbecue Independent Exploration: The Cruising Tierra del Fuego adventure. In Transit Excursion: Lake District. Depart Puerto Naturalist Charles Darwin visited in 1833, remainder of the afternoon at leisure. and cruise through Tierra del Fuego, enjoying A remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. At dawn, the Via Australis will reach Depart your gateway city for Santiago, Chile. Varas and follow the lakeshore to Salto arriving on board the HMS Beagle, a British Tonight, recount your adventures with its gregarious creatures and awesome A Provided fo AHI FlexAir participants. Petrohué waterfalls, located in the Vicente Lounge on the town’s black-sand beaches, Almirantzago Sound. Walk along the naval vessel commanded by Robert Fitzroy. your fellow travelers at a Farewell Left: Osorno volcano glaciers. Return to Chile’s dynamic capital for Below: Friendly huaso, Pérez Rosales, Chile’s oldest national park. survey the German pioneer-era homes or Azopardo River as a guide discusses the Darwin collected specimens, fossils, plants Reception. Day 2 d Chilean cowboy a day of exploration. Located on the southern shore of immense Afterward, hop on a catamaran and enjoy embark on an afternoon adventure. flora and fauna. You may choose to climb to and animal specimens that contributed to his Santiago Day 10 b Above right: Dancers, Santiago Santiago Lake Llanquihue, you’ll find the ideal the stunning views of emerald water, Day 6 b | d a viewpoint to see a stunning waterfall. theory of evolution by natural selection. Lower right: Cathedral, Santiago A Santiago | In Transit Founded in 1541, Chile’s cosmopolitan capital marriage of nature and culture, with well- Upon arrival, transfer to the Osorno Volcano and the peaks of Puerto Varas | Punta Arenas After lunch, admire the glaciers as the ship In 1895, Joshua Slocum, the first man to InterContinental Santiago. Your room will be Independent Exploration: Spend your is nestled in a fertile valley between the preserved wood-shingled homes, a flower- Puntiagudo and El mountains. Transfer to the airport in Puerto Montt for navigates through Bahìa Parry. circumnavigate the globe singlehandedly, set ready, so take time to relax after your flight. final day in Chile pursuing individual Pacific Ocean and the Andes. Stroll its filled plaza, rolling green pastures and Sail for almost two hours before landing the flight to Punta Arenas, the capital of the Day 8 b | l | d off from Boston and found himself face to Excursion: Santiago City Tour. Explore face with “savage Indians” in Tierra del interests. centuries-old markets, plazas and tree-lined postcard views of two snow-capped in Peulla, a hamlet known for its glorious . Cruising Tierra del Fuego A Chile’s cosmopolitan capital, founded almost Fuego. He chronicled his adventures in This evening, transfer to the airport to Discover the beauty of nature left to her own devices streets lined with colonial mansions. volcanoes, Osorno and Calbuco. scenery. Enjoy lunch, then head off for an This evening, board the 136-passenger Via This morning, arrive in Ainsworth Bay. 500 years ago by Spanish settlers. Begin in This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and “Sailing Alone Around the World,” perhaps board an overnight flight to your North Gleaming skyscrapers, fashionable Tierra del Fuego afternoon stroll or an adventure before Australis. After a welcome cocktail Excursion: Alberto de Agostini in legendary Patagonia. Located at the southern tip the historic heart of the city, which includes Dinner at the hotel. the best travel narrative ever penned. American gateway city. neighborhoods and world-class restaurants A pristine archipelago that beautifully returning to Puerto Varas via catamaran hosted by the captain and his crew, the ship National Park. Take in amazing views of Santa Lucia hill, the 18th-century In the years that followed, more Day 11 of South America, this mysterious, far-flung paradise attest to Santiago’s status as a modern punctuates the end of Patagonia, Tierra del Day 3 b | l | d later in the day. will depart for one of the most remote, Marinelli Glacier, which is in a state of Government Palace and the bustling Plaza de adventurers made their way to the end of the In Transit is sparsely populated yet wildly alive. Sip a pisco metropolis on the rise, while churches and Fuego, or the Land of Fire, is split between Santiago | Puerto Varas Day 5 b | l mysterious wilderness regions on the retreat, and the , home to HOTEL PATAGONICO Armas, laid down in 1541. Visit the earth, including outlaws Butch Cassidy and Arrive in your gateway city. PUERTO VARAS sour as you gaze at mammoth glaciers, inhale the landmarks, such as the impressive baroque Chile and Argentina. Discovered in the 1500s Transfer to the airport this morning for a Puerto Varas planet. The trip will take you through the the highest peaks of the Andes Mountains. dignified Cathedral, the Central Post Office the Sundance Kid who arrived in 1901 and Nestled on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, the cathedral and the Arab-influenced Iglesia San by Ferdinand Magellan, the region remained flight to Puerto Varas. Founded by Germans Excursion: Chilean Ranch Visit. Head Strait of Magellan to explore Southern Walk to a beaver dam in the subpolar invigorating aroma of ancient forests and walk in the and the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, bought a remote Patagonian cattle farm. Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events Hotel Patagónico enjoys a magnificent view of Francisco, evoke the city’s rich history. under the domain of indigenous tribes until in 1853, this charming village overlooks Lake to Fundo Olguita, a working ranch, to visit Patagonia, including the legendary Tierra del Magellan Forest, where you might see may change. Some included sightseeing itineraries the Osorno Volcano. Surrounded by an located in the lovely Royal Customs House, can be strenuous; therefore, a reasonable level of footsteps of Darwin and Magellan. Embrace a land of Puerto Varas the 1800s. Today, Tierra del Fuego remains Llanquihue and the Osorno Volcano. the stables and learn about the traditions Fuego archipelago. Southern elephant seals. exquisitely manicured, five-acre Patagonian built in 1807. Continue to leafy Parque fitness is recommended. Some passengers may Local Flavor: En route from the airport, of the huasos, Chilean cowboys. See a Later, sail to Brookes Bay, landing close to Day 9 b garden, the Hotel Patagónico invites its guests soul-stirring beauty, curious creatures and staggering Built by German immigrants, Puerto Varas, largely unspoiled, providing ample Forestal, the Fine Arts Museum and During the cruise, there will be decide to take a break on certain days and explore the City of Roses, is one of Chile’s most opportunities to see sweeping plains, enjoy a local specialty, curanto — a dish demonstration of Chile’s national sport, the enlightening presentations about the Brookes Glacier, renowned for its birdlife, Disembark | Punta Arenas | the environs around the port. to stroll along trails that showcase native trees expanses on this epic journey to Chile. Bellavista, the bohemian quarter once home Santiago as part of the beautiful landscaping. The hotel charming villages and the perfect home base imposing mountains, thick woodlands and cooked in a hole dug deep in the ground — rodeo, and then roll up your sleeves and wildlife, geography and history of Patagonia. where you can appreciate an amphitheater Included meals indicated each day as to Pablo Neruda. B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. boasts a fitness center, a swimming pool, a spa for exploring the Andean Lake District. sparkling waters. during lunch on Colbuco Island before enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch. Hosted by the Via Australis staff, these of glaciers. You also will see Seno Gallegos. Early in the morning, weather permitting, and a gift shop. NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/depar- Reserve your trip to Patagonia today! ture fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, Send to: Treasures of Patagonia liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under INCLUDED FEATURES Trip #:2-21765W included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. Ohio State Alumni Tours MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to LAND/CRUISE PROGRAM Longaberger Alumni House accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opin- ion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition 2200 Olentangy River Road may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject ACCOMMODATIONS Columbus, OH 43210-1035 only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which January 26-February 3, 2015 Paid corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation AHI Travel Please call Amy Stoneking at Ohio State Alumni Tours at 614-292-2372 ext. 2 or • Two nights in Santiago at the deluxe U.S. Postage those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accom- Std. Presorted 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) with questions regarding this trip or to make a reservation. panied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be InterContinental Santiago. totally responsible for providing all required assistance. Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Full Price Special Savings Special Price Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are • Three nights in Puerto Varas at the issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connect- ing flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which B-Twin (Deck 1 Fwd) $4,645 $250 $4,395* (1) ______case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if deluxe Hotel Patagónico. First Middle Last Date of Birth reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all year A-Twin (Deck 1) $5,345 $250 $5,095* • Three-night cruise aboard Email:______Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independ- Via Australis. MVVIA AUSTRALIS ently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred AA-Twin (Deck 2) $5,545 $250 $5,295* (2) ______as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or air- First Middle Last Date of Birth line schedule(s). MEALS Climb aboard the Via Australis and gain a BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the AAA-Twin (Deck 3) $6,045 $250 $5,795* Top to bottom: Email:______class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure deeper understanding of the world’s spectacular information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier • Enjoy an extensive meal program, Viewing elephant seals without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/over- All cabins are outward facing and feature large picture windows, private bathroom, safe and hair dryer. southernmost region. Trained in conservation and weight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your which includes all meals on board the Friendly musician, Patagonia wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. Street Address ______owner's risk throughout the travel program. ship: eight breakfasts, five lunches and environmental protection, the professional crew Statue of Virgin Mary, San AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS - On occasion, AHI VAT is an additional $395 per person. Cristobal hill, Santiago Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or of the Via Australis will share with you their video images of passengers and trip activities. By participating in this trav- five dinners. 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1. Magellanic penguins 2. Sea lions PROGRAM The Wildlife of Patagonia 3. Darwin’s Rhea HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the captivating city of Santiago. • Glide across Lake Todos los Santos on a catamaran and admire the views of the Osorno Volcano. Explorers, Settlers and Outlaws The Patagonian Coastal zone is home to an array of fascinating wildlife, including charismatic Magdalena Island • Cruise through the Strait Magellanic penguins. These boisterous, monogamous creatures can be seen marching single For more than 10,000 years, what is called of Magellan, walk file and tend to return each year to the same nests, where males and females share Patagonia was the domain of nomadic on glaciers, gaze at the go ashore on Magdalena Island, located parenting duties. indigenous tribes. In 1520, Portuguese rugged mountains and in the middle of the Strait of Magellan. Another gregarious inhabitant that returns annually to Patagonia’s shores, the Southern explorer Ferdinand Magellan, funded by the get up-close views of the The island was an essential source of INTERCONTINENTAL SANTIAGO elephant seal is the world’s largest seal and can grow to about 21 feet long and weigh up to Spanish Court, made landfall in the region, wildlife during a cruise of supplies for navigators and explorers and SANTIAGO 3 tons. The elephant seal gets its name from its long trunk, which the male inflates during stopping briefly during his attempt to be the rugged Tierra del Fuego. is inhabited by a colony of Magellanic The InterContinental Santiago is located in the mating rituals. The strongest bulls establish harems of several dozen females. first person to circumnavigate the world. penguins you might see during a walk to city’s financial district near shops, restaurants • Discover the life of Kick off your adventure in vibrant Santiago, Inland, other fascinating wildlife includes bright pink Chilean flamingos, llama-like guanacos; Top: Exploring Patagonia | Above: Cruising the Lake Among the first European settlers in the Above: Waterfall, Puella, Lake District and bookstores. The hotel boasts elegant guest District | Above right: View from upper deck of the area was a group of Welsh nonconformists, the lighthouse. cowboys at a Chilean surrounded by glittering skyscrapers and large, elusive pumas; Andean condors; and more than five million sheep. The region is also Via Australis in the Beagle Channel | Right: Black Above right: Up- close view of glacier in zodiac boats Disembarkation at Punta Arenas is rooms with modern amenities as well as an ranch. the snow-dusted Andes Mountains. Explore home to the Patagonian gray fox. Interestingly, females without litters sometimes bring their Forest German style wooden house in Puerto Varas sailing from Liverpool in 1865 in search of indoor lap pool and a fitness center with spa religious freedom. Arriving in the Lower scheduled for late morning. Transfer to • Go ashore aboard zodiac the emerald waters of the Andean Lake food to families with pups, a behavior that has played a major role in this species’ survival. settling in at Hotel Patagónico. educational talks will take place on board services. Don’t forget to enjoy a pisco sour, a Chubut Valley, they were saved from the airport for a midday flight to Chilean specialty, in the hotel’s Benatino Bar. boats for exploration and District via catamaran, and take in sweet and on land. Day 4 b | l starvation by members of the Tehuelche tribe Santiago. Check in to the seize opportunities to smelling forests, and charming hamlets. Rub Puerto Varas Day 7 b | l | d embrace your sense of Day 1 before establishing an agricultural colony. InterContinental Santiago. Spend the shoulders with cowboys at a Chilean barbecue Independent Exploration: The Cruising Tierra del Fuego adventure. In Transit Excursion: Lake District. Depart Puerto Naturalist Charles Darwin visited in 1833, remainder of the afternoon at leisure. and cruise through Tierra del Fuego, enjoying A remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. At dawn, the Via Australis will reach Depart your gateway city for Santiago, Chile. Varas and follow the lakeshore to Salto arriving on board the HMS Beagle, a British Tonight, recount your adventures with its gregarious creatures and awesome A Provided fo AHI FlexAir participants. Petrohué waterfalls, located in the Vicente Lounge on the town’s black-sand beaches, Almirantzago Sound. Walk along the naval vessel commanded by Robert Fitzroy. your fellow travelers at a Farewell Left: Osorno volcano glaciers. Return to Chile’s dynamic capital for Below: Friendly huaso, Pérez Rosales, Chile’s oldest national park. survey the German pioneer-era homes or Azopardo River as a guide discusses the Darwin collected specimens, fossils, plants Reception. Day 2 d Chilean cowboy a day of exploration. Located on the southern shore of immense Afterward, hop on a catamaran and enjoy embark on an afternoon adventure. flora and fauna. You may choose to climb to and animal specimens that contributed to his Santiago Day 10 b Above right: Dancers, Santiago Santiago Lake Llanquihue, you’ll find the ideal the stunning views of emerald water, Day 6 b | d a viewpoint to see a stunning waterfall. theory of evolution by natural selection. Lower right: Cathedral, Santiago A Santiago | In Transit Founded in 1541, Chile’s cosmopolitan capital marriage of nature and culture, with well- Upon arrival, transfer to the Osorno Volcano and the peaks of Puerto Varas | Punta Arenas After lunch, admire the glaciers as the ship In 1895, Joshua Slocum, the first man to InterContinental Santiago. Your room will be Independent Exploration: Spend your is nestled in a fertile valley between the preserved wood-shingled homes, a flower- Puntiagudo and El Tronador mountains. Transfer to the airport in Puerto Montt for navigates through Bahìa Parry. circumnavigate the globe singlehandedly, set ready, so take time to relax after your flight. final day in Chile pursuing individual Pacific Ocean and the Andes. Stroll its filled plaza, rolling green pastures and Sail for almost two hours before landing the flight to Punta Arenas, the capital of the Day 8 b | l | d off from Boston and found himself face to Excursion: Santiago City Tour. Explore face with “savage Indians” in Tierra del interests. centuries-old markets, plazas and tree-lined postcard views of two snow-capped in Peulla, a hamlet known for its glorious Magallanes region. Cruising Tierra del Fuego A Chile’s cosmopolitan capital, founded almost Fuego. He chronicled his adventures in This evening, transfer to the airport to Discover the beauty of nature left to her own devices streets lined with colonial mansions. volcanoes, Osorno and Calbuco. scenery. Enjoy lunch, then head off for an This evening, board the 136-passenger Via This morning, arrive in Ainsworth Bay. 500 years ago by Spanish settlers. Begin in This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and “Sailing Alone Around the World,” perhaps board an overnight flight to your North Gleaming skyscrapers, fashionable Tierra del Fuego afternoon stroll or an adventure before Australis. After a welcome cocktail Excursion: Alberto de Agostini in legendary Patagonia. Located at the southern tip the historic heart of the city, which includes Dinner at the hotel. the best travel narrative ever penned. American gateway city. neighborhoods and world-class restaurants A pristine archipelago that beautifully returning to Puerto Varas via catamaran hosted by the captain and his crew, the ship National Park. Take in amazing views of Santa Lucia hill, the 18th-century In the years that followed, more Day 11 of South America, this mysterious, far-flung paradise attest to Santiago’s status as a modern punctuates the end of Patagonia, Tierra del Day 3 b | l | d later in the day. will depart for one of the most remote, Marinelli Glacier, which is in a state of Government Palace and the bustling Plaza de adventurers made their way to the end of the In Transit is sparsely populated yet wildly alive. Sip a pisco metropolis on the rise, while churches and Fuego, or the Land of Fire, is split between Santiago | Puerto Varas Day 5 b | l mysterious wilderness regions on the retreat, and the Cordillera Darwin, home to HOTEL PATAGONICO Armas, laid down in 1541. Visit the earth, including outlaws Butch Cassidy and Arrive in your gateway city. PUERTO VARAS sour as you gaze at mammoth glaciers, inhale the landmarks, such as the impressive baroque Chile and Argentina. Discovered in the 1500s Transfer to the airport this morning for a Puerto Varas planet. The trip will take you through the the highest peaks of the Andes Mountains. dignified Cathedral, the Central Post Office the Sundance Kid who arrived in 1901 and Nestled on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, the cathedral and the Arab-influenced Iglesia San by Ferdinand Magellan, the region remained flight to Puerto Varas. Founded by Germans Excursion: Chilean Ranch Visit. Head Strait of Magellan to explore Southern Walk to a beaver dam in the subpolar invigorating aroma of ancient forests and walk in the and the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, bought a remote Patagonian cattle farm. Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events Hotel Patagónico enjoys a magnificent view of Francisco, evoke the city’s rich history. under the domain of indigenous tribes until in 1853, this charming village overlooks Lake to Fundo Olguita, a working ranch, to visit Patagonia, including the legendary Tierra del Magellan Forest, where you might see may change. Some included sightseeing itineraries the Osorno Volcano. Surrounded by an located in the lovely Royal Customs House, can be strenuous; therefore, a reasonable level of footsteps of Darwin and Magellan. Embrace a land of Puerto Varas the 1800s. Today, Tierra del Fuego remains Llanquihue and the Osorno Volcano. the stables and learn about the traditions Fuego archipelago. Southern elephant seals. exquisitely manicured, five-acre Patagonian built in 1807. Continue to leafy Parque fitness is recommended. Some passengers may Local Flavor: En route from the airport, of the huasos, Chilean cowboys. See a Later, sail to Brookes Bay, landing close to Day 9 b garden, the Hotel Patagónico invites its guests soul-stirring beauty, curious creatures and staggering Built by German immigrants, Puerto Varas, largely unspoiled, providing ample Forestal, the Fine Arts Museum and During the cruise, there will be decide to take a break on certain days and explore the City of Roses, is one of Chile’s most opportunities to see sweeping plains, enjoy a local specialty, curanto — a dish demonstration of Chile’s national sport, the enlightening presentations about the Brookes Glacier, renowned for its birdlife, Disembark | Punta Arenas | the environs around the port. to stroll along trails that showcase native trees expanses on this epic journey to Chile. Bellavista, the bohemian quarter once home Santiago as part of the beautiful landscaping. The hotel charming villages and the perfect home base imposing mountains, thick woodlands and cooked in a hole dug deep in the ground — rodeo, and then roll up your sleeves and wildlife, geography and history of Patagonia. where you can appreciate an amphitheater Included meals indicated each day as to Pablo Neruda. B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. boasts a fitness center, a swimming pool, a spa for exploring the Andean Lake District. sparkling waters. during lunch on Colbuco Island before enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch. Hosted by the Via Australis staff, these of glaciers. You also will see Seno Gallegos. Early in the morning, weather permitting, and a gift shop. | ACCOMMODATIONS |

1. Magellanic penguins 2. Sea lions PROGRAM The Wildlife of Patagonia 3. Darwin’s Rhea HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the captivating city of Santiago. • Glide across Lake Todos los Santos on a catamaran and admire the views of the Osorno Volcano. Explorers, Settlers and Outlaws The Patagonian Coastal zone is home to an array of fascinating wildlife, including charismatic Magdalena Island • Cruise through the Strait Magellanic penguins. These boisterous, monogamous creatures can be seen marching single For more than 10,000 years, what is called of Magellan, walk file and tend to return each year to the same nests, where males and females share Patagonia was the domain of nomadic on glaciers, gaze at the go ashore on Magdalena Island, located parenting duties. indigenous tribes. In 1520, Portuguese rugged mountains and in the middle of the Strait of Magellan. Another gregarious inhabitant that returns annually to Patagonia’s shores, the Southern explorer Ferdinand Magellan, funded by the get up-close views of the The island was an essential source of INTERCONTINENTAL SANTIAGO elephant seal is the world’s largest seal and can grow to about 21 feet long and weigh up to Spanish Court, made landfall in the region, wildlife during a cruise of supplies for navigators and explorers and SANTIAGO 3 tons. The elephant seal gets its name from its long trunk, which the male inflates during stopping briefly during his attempt to be the rugged Tierra del Fuego. is inhabited by a colony of Magellanic The InterContinental Santiago is located in the mating rituals. The strongest bulls establish harems of several dozen females. first person to circumnavigate the world. penguins you might see during a walk to city’s financial district near shops, restaurants • Discover the life of Kick off your adventure in vibrant Santiago, Inland, other fascinating wildlife includes bright pink Chilean flamingos, llama-like guanacos; Top: Exploring Patagonia | Above: Cruising the Lake Among the first European settlers in the Above: Waterfall, Puella, Lake District and bookstores. The hotel boasts elegant guest District | Above right: View from upper deck of the area was a group of Welsh nonconformists, the lighthouse. cowboys at a Chilean surrounded by glittering skyscrapers and large, elusive pumas; Andean condors; and more than five million sheep. The region is also Via Australis in the Beagle Channel | Right: Black Above right: Up- close view of glacier in zodiac boats Disembarkation at Punta Arenas is rooms with modern amenities as well as an ranch. the snow-dusted Andes Mountains. Explore home to the Patagonian gray fox. Interestingly, females without litters sometimes bring their Forest German style wooden house in Puerto Varas sailing from Liverpool in 1865 in search of indoor lap pool and a fitness center with spa religious freedom. Arriving in the Lower scheduled for late morning. Transfer to • Go ashore aboard zodiac the emerald waters of the Andean Lake food to families with pups, a behavior that has played a major role in this species’ survival. settling in at Hotel Patagónico. educational talks will take place on board services. Don’t forget to enjoy a pisco sour, a Chubut Valley, they were saved from the airport for a midday flight to Chilean specialty, in the hotel’s Benatino Bar. boats for exploration and District via catamaran, and take in sweet and on land. Day 4 b | l starvation by members of the Tehuelche tribe Santiago. Check in to the seize opportunities to smelling forests, and charming hamlets. Rub Puerto Varas Day 7 b | l | d embrace your sense of Day 1 before establishing an agricultural colony. InterContinental Santiago. Spend the shoulders with cowboys at a Chilean barbecue Independent Exploration: The Cruising Tierra del Fuego adventure. In Transit Excursion: Lake District. Depart Puerto Naturalist Charles Darwin visited in 1833, remainder of the afternoon at leisure. and cruise through Tierra del Fuego, enjoying A remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. At dawn, the Via Australis will reach Depart your gateway city for Santiago, Chile. Varas and follow the lakeshore to Salto arriving on board the HMS Beagle, a British Tonight, recount your adventures with its gregarious creatures and awesome A Provided fo AHI FlexAir participants. Petrohué waterfalls, located in the Vicente Lounge on the town’s black-sand beaches, Almirantzago Sound. Walk along the naval vessel commanded by Robert Fitzroy. your fellow travelers at a Farewell Left: Osorno volcano glaciers. Return to Chile’s dynamic capital for Below: Friendly huaso, Pérez Rosales, Chile’s oldest national park. survey the German pioneer-era homes or Azopardo River as a guide discusses the Darwin collected specimens, fossils, plants Reception. Day 2 d Chilean cowboy a day of exploration. Located on the southern shore of immense Afterward, hop on a catamaran and enjoy embark on an afternoon adventure. flora and fauna. You may choose to climb to and animal specimens that contributed to his Santiago Day 10 b Above right: Dancers, Santiago Santiago Lake Llanquihue, you’ll find the ideal the stunning views of emerald water, Day 6 b | d a viewpoint to see a stunning waterfall. theory of evolution by natural selection. Lower right: Cathedral, Santiago A Santiago | In Transit Founded in 1541, Chile’s cosmopolitan capital marriage of nature and culture, with well- Upon arrival, transfer to the Osorno Volcano and the peaks of Puerto Varas | Punta Arenas After lunch, admire the glaciers as the ship In 1895, Joshua Slocum, the first man to InterContinental Santiago. Your room will be Independent Exploration: Spend your is nestled in a fertile valley between the preserved wood-shingled homes, a flower- Puntiagudo and El Tronador mountains. Transfer to the airport in Puerto Montt for navigates through Bahìa Parry. circumnavigate the globe singlehandedly, set ready, so take time to relax after your flight. final day in Chile pursuing individual Pacific Ocean and the Andes. Stroll its filled plaza, rolling green pastures and Sail for almost two hours before landing the flight to Punta Arenas, the capital of the Day 8 b | l | d off from Boston and found himself face to Excursion: Santiago City Tour. Explore face with “savage Indians” in Tierra del interests. centuries-old markets, plazas and tree-lined postcard views of two snow-capped in Peulla, a hamlet known for its glorious Magallanes region. Cruising Tierra del Fuego A Chile’s cosmopolitan capital, founded almost Fuego. He chronicled his adventures in This evening, transfer to the airport to Discover the beauty of nature left to her own devices streets lined with colonial mansions. volcanoes, Osorno and Calbuco. scenery. Enjoy lunch, then head off for an This evening, board the 136-passenger Via This morning, arrive in Ainsworth Bay. 500 years ago by Spanish settlers. Begin in This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and “Sailing Alone Around the World,” perhaps board an overnight flight to your North Gleaming skyscrapers, fashionable Tierra del Fuego afternoon stroll or an adventure before Australis. After a welcome cocktail Excursion: Alberto de Agostini in legendary Patagonia. Located at the southern tip the historic heart of the city, which includes Dinner at the hotel. the best travel narrative ever penned. American gateway city. neighborhoods and world-class restaurants A pristine archipelago that beautifully returning to Puerto Varas via catamaran hosted by the captain and his crew, the ship National Park. Take in amazing views of Santa Lucia hill, the 18th-century In the years that followed, more Day 11 of South America, this mysterious, far-flung paradise attest to Santiago’s status as a modern punctuates the end of Patagonia, Tierra del Day 3 b | l | d later in the day. will depart for one of the most remote, Marinelli Glacier, which is in a state of Government Palace and the bustling Plaza de adventurers made their way to the end of the In Transit is sparsely populated yet wildly alive. Sip a pisco metropolis on the rise, while churches and Fuego, or the Land of Fire, is split between Santiago | Puerto Varas Day 5 b | l mysterious wilderness regions on the retreat, and the Cordillera Darwin, home to HOTEL PATAGONICO Armas, laid down in 1541. Visit the earth, including outlaws Butch Cassidy and Arrive in your gateway city. PUERTO VARAS sour as you gaze at mammoth glaciers, inhale the landmarks, such as the impressive baroque Chile and Argentina. Discovered in the 1500s Transfer to the airport this morning for a Puerto Varas planet. The trip will take you through the the highest peaks of the Andes Mountains. dignified Cathedral, the Central Post Office the Sundance Kid who arrived in 1901 and Nestled on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, the cathedral and the Arab-influenced Iglesia San by Ferdinand Magellan, the region remained flight to Puerto Varas. Founded by Germans Excursion: Chilean Ranch Visit. Head Strait of Magellan to explore Southern Walk to a beaver dam in the subpolar invigorating aroma of ancient forests and walk in the and the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, bought a remote Patagonian cattle farm. Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events Hotel Patagónico enjoys a magnificent view of Francisco, evoke the city’s rich history. under the domain of indigenous tribes until in 1853, this charming village overlooks Lake to Fundo Olguita, a working ranch, to visit Patagonia, including the legendary Tierra del Magellan Forest, where you might see may change. Some included sightseeing itineraries the Osorno Volcano. Surrounded by an located in the lovely Royal Customs House, can be strenuous; therefore, a reasonable level of footsteps of Darwin and Magellan. Embrace a land of Puerto Varas the 1800s. Today, Tierra del Fuego remains Llanquihue and the Osorno Volcano. the stables and learn about the traditions Fuego archipelago. Southern elephant seals. exquisitely manicured, five-acre Patagonian built in 1807. Continue to leafy Parque fitness is recommended. Some passengers may Local Flavor: En route from the airport, of the huasos, Chilean cowboys. See a Later, sail to Brookes Bay, landing close to Day 9 b garden, the Hotel Patagónico invites its guests soul-stirring beauty, curious creatures and staggering Built by German immigrants, Puerto Varas, largely unspoiled, providing ample Forestal, the Fine Arts Museum and During the cruise, there will be decide to take a break on certain days and explore the City of Roses, is one of Chile’s most opportunities to see sweeping plains, enjoy a local specialty, curanto — a dish demonstration of Chile’s national sport, the enlightening presentations about the Brookes Glacier, renowned for its birdlife, Disembark | Punta Arenas | the environs around the port. to stroll along trails that showcase native trees expanses on this epic journey to Chile. Bellavista, the bohemian quarter once home Santiago as part of the beautiful landscaping. The hotel charming villages and the perfect home base imposing mountains, thick woodlands and cooked in a hole dug deep in the ground — rodeo, and then roll up your sleeves and wildlife, geography and history of Patagonia. where you can appreciate an amphitheater Included meals indicated each day as to Pablo Neruda. B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. boasts a fitness center, a swimming pool, a spa for exploring the Andean Lake District. sparkling waters. during lunch on Colbuco Island before enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch. Hosted by the Via Australis staff, these of glaciers. You also will see Seno Gallegos. Early in the morning, weather permitting, and a gift shop. | ACCOMMODATIONS |

1. Magellanic penguins 2. Sea lions PROGRAM The Wildlife of Patagonia 3. Darwin’s Rhea HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the captivating city of Santiago. • Glide across Lake Todos los Santos on a catamaran and admire the views of the Osorno Volcano. Explorers, Settlers and Outlaws The Patagonian Coastal zone is home to an array of fascinating wildlife, including charismatic Magdalena Island • Cruise through the Strait Magellanic penguins. These boisterous, monogamous creatures can be seen marching single For more than 10,000 years, what is called of Magellan, walk file and tend to return each year to the same nests, where males and females share Patagonia was the domain of nomadic on glaciers, gaze at the go ashore on Magdalena Island, located parenting duties. indigenous tribes. In 1520, Portuguese rugged mountains and in the middle of the Strait of Magellan. Another gregarious inhabitant that returns annually to Patagonia’s shores, the Southern explorer Ferdinand Magellan, funded by the get up-close views of the The island was an essential source of INTERCONTINENTAL SANTIAGO elephant seal is the world’s largest seal and can grow to about 21 feet long and weigh up to Spanish Court, made landfall in the region, wildlife during a cruise of supplies for navigators and explorers and SANTIAGO 3 tons. The elephant seal gets its name from its long trunk, which the male inflates during stopping briefly during his attempt to be the rugged Tierra del Fuego. is inhabited by a colony of Magellanic The InterContinental Santiago is located in the mating rituals. The strongest bulls establish harems of several dozen females. first person to circumnavigate the world. penguins you might see during a walk to city’s financial district near shops, restaurants • Discover the life of Kick off your adventure in vibrant Santiago, Inland, other fascinating wildlife includes bright pink Chilean flamingos, llama-like guanacos; Top: Exploring Patagonia | Above: Cruising the Lake Among the first European settlers in the Above: Waterfall, Puella, Lake District and bookstores. The hotel boasts elegant guest District | Above right: View from upper deck of the area was a group of Welsh nonconformists, the lighthouse. cowboys at a Chilean surrounded by glittering skyscrapers and large, elusive pumas; Andean condors; and more than five million sheep. The region is also Via Australis in the Beagle Channel | Right: Black Above right: Up- close view of glacier in zodiac boats Disembarkation at Punta Arenas is rooms with modern amenities as well as an ranch. the snow-dusted Andes Mountains. Explore home to the Patagonian gray fox. Interestingly, females without litters sometimes bring their Forest German style wooden house in Puerto Varas sailing from Liverpool in 1865 in search of indoor lap pool and a fitness center with spa religious freedom. Arriving in the Lower scheduled for late morning. Transfer to • Go ashore aboard zodiac the emerald waters of the Andean Lake food to families with pups, a behavior that has played a major role in this species’ survival. settling in at Hotel Patagónico. educational talks will take place on board services. Don’t forget to enjoy a pisco sour, a Chubut Valley, they were saved from the airport for a midday flight to Chilean specialty, in the hotel’s Benatino Bar. boats for exploration and District via catamaran, and take in sweet and on land. Day 4 b | l starvation by members of the Tehuelche tribe Santiago. Check in to the seize opportunities to smelling forests, and charming hamlets. Rub Puerto Varas Day 7 b | l | d embrace your sense of Day 1 before establishing an agricultural colony. InterContinental Santiago. Spend the shoulders with cowboys at a Chilean barbecue Independent Exploration: The Cruising Tierra del Fuego adventure. In Transit Excursion: Lake District. Depart Puerto Naturalist Charles Darwin visited in 1833, remainder of the afternoon at leisure. and cruise through Tierra del Fuego, enjoying A remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. At dawn, the Via Australis will reach Depart your gateway city for Santiago, Chile. Varas and follow the lakeshore to Salto arriving on board the HMS Beagle, a British Tonight, recount your adventures with its gregarious creatures and awesome A Provided fo AHI FlexAir participants. Petrohué waterfalls, located in the Vicente Lounge on the town’s black-sand beaches, Almirantzago Sound. Walk along the naval vessel commanded by Robert Fitzroy. your fellow travelers at a Farewell Left: Osorno volcano glaciers. Return to Chile’s dynamic capital for Below: Friendly huaso, Pérez Rosales, Chile’s oldest national park. survey the German pioneer-era homes or Azopardo River as a guide discusses the Darwin collected specimens, fossils, plants Reception. Day 2 d Chilean cowboy a day of exploration. Located on the southern shore of immense Afterward, hop on a catamaran and enjoy embark on an afternoon adventure. flora and fauna. You may choose to climb to and animal specimens that contributed to his Santiago Day 10 b Above right: Dancers, Santiago Santiago Lake Llanquihue, you’ll find the ideal the stunning views of emerald water, Day 6 b | d a viewpoint to see a stunning waterfall. theory of evolution by natural selection. Lower right: Cathedral, Santiago A Santiago | In Transit Founded in 1541, Chile’s cosmopolitan capital marriage of nature and culture, with well- Upon arrival, transfer to the Osorno Volcano and the peaks of Puerto Varas | Punta Arenas After lunch, admire the glaciers as the ship In 1895, Joshua Slocum, the first man to InterContinental Santiago. Your room will be Independent Exploration: Spend your is nestled in a fertile valley between the preserved wood-shingled homes, a flower- Puntiagudo and El Tronador mountains. Transfer to the airport in Puerto Montt for navigates through Bahìa Parry. circumnavigate the globe singlehandedly, set ready, so take time to relax after your flight. final day in Chile pursuing individual Pacific Ocean and the Andes. Stroll its filled plaza, rolling green pastures and Sail for almost two hours before landing the flight to Punta Arenas, the capital of the Day 8 b | l | d off from Boston and found himself face to Excursion: Santiago City Tour. Explore face with “savage Indians” in Tierra del interests. centuries-old markets, plazas and tree-lined postcard views of two snow-capped in Peulla, a hamlet known for its glorious Magallanes region. Cruising Tierra del Fuego A Chile’s cosmopolitan capital, founded almost Fuego. He chronicled his adventures in This evening, transfer to the airport to Discover the beauty of nature left to her own devices streets lined with colonial mansions. volcanoes, Osorno and Calbuco. scenery. Enjoy lunch, then head off for an This evening, board the 136-passenger Via This morning, arrive in Ainsworth Bay. 500 years ago by Spanish settlers. Begin in This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and “Sailing Alone Around the World,” perhaps board an overnight flight to your North Gleaming skyscrapers, fashionable Tierra del Fuego afternoon stroll or an adventure before Australis. After a welcome cocktail Excursion: Alberto de Agostini in legendary Patagonia. Located at the southern tip the historic heart of the city, which includes Dinner at the hotel. the best travel narrative ever penned. American gateway city. neighborhoods and world-class restaurants A pristine archipelago that beautifully returning to Puerto Varas via catamaran hosted by the captain and his crew, the ship National Park. Take in amazing views of Santa Lucia hill, the 18th-century In the years that followed, more Day 11 of South America, this mysterious, far-flung paradise attest to Santiago’s status as a modern punctuates the end of Patagonia, Tierra del Day 3 b | l | d later in the day. will depart for one of the most remote, Marinelli Glacier, which is in a state of Government Palace and the bustling Plaza de adventurers made their way to the end of the In Transit is sparsely populated yet wildly alive. Sip a pisco metropolis on the rise, while churches and Fuego, or the Land of Fire, is split between Santiago | Puerto Varas Day 5 b | l mysterious wilderness regions on the retreat, and the Cordillera Darwin, home to HOTEL PATAGONICO Armas, laid down in 1541. Visit the earth, including outlaws Butch Cassidy and Arrive in your gateway city. PUERTO VARAS sour as you gaze at mammoth glaciers, inhale the landmarks, such as the impressive baroque Chile and Argentina. Discovered in the 1500s Transfer to the airport this morning for a Puerto Varas planet. The trip will take you through the the highest peaks of the Andes Mountains. dignified Cathedral, the Central Post Office the Sundance Kid who arrived in 1901 and Nestled on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, the cathedral and the Arab-influenced Iglesia San by Ferdinand Magellan, the region remained flight to Puerto Varas. Founded by Germans Excursion: Chilean Ranch Visit. Head Strait of Magellan to explore Southern Walk to a beaver dam in the subpolar invigorating aroma of ancient forests and walk in the and the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, bought a remote Patagonian cattle farm. Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events Hotel Patagónico enjoys a magnificent view of Francisco, evoke the city’s rich history. under the domain of indigenous tribes until in 1853, this charming village overlooks Lake to Fundo Olguita, a working ranch, to visit Patagonia, including the legendary Tierra del Magellan Forest, where you might see may change. Some included sightseeing itineraries the Osorno Volcano. Surrounded by an located in the lovely Royal Customs House, can be strenuous; therefore, a reasonable level of footsteps of Darwin and Magellan. Embrace a land of Puerto Varas the 1800s. Today, Tierra del Fuego remains Llanquihue and the Osorno Volcano. the stables and learn about the traditions Fuego archipelago. Southern elephant seals. exquisitely manicured, five-acre Patagonian built in 1807. Continue to leafy Parque fitness is recommended. Some passengers may Local Flavor: En route from the airport, of the huasos, Chilean cowboys. See a Later, sail to Brookes Bay, landing close to Day 9 b garden, the Hotel Patagónico invites its guests soul-stirring beauty, curious creatures and staggering Built by German immigrants, Puerto Varas, largely unspoiled, providing ample Forestal, the Fine Arts Museum and During the cruise, there will be decide to take a break on certain days and explore the City of Roses, is one of Chile’s most opportunities to see sweeping plains, enjoy a local specialty, curanto — a dish demonstration of Chile’s national sport, the enlightening presentations about the Brookes Glacier, renowned for its birdlife, Disembark | Punta Arenas | the environs around the port. to stroll along trails that showcase native trees expanses on this epic journey to Chile. Bellavista, the bohemian quarter once home Santiago as part of the beautiful landscaping. The hotel charming villages and the perfect home base imposing mountains, thick woodlands and cooked in a hole dug deep in the ground — rodeo, and then roll up your sleeves and wildlife, geography and history of Patagonia. where you can appreciate an amphitheater Included meals indicated each day as to Pablo Neruda. B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. boasts a fitness center, a swimming pool, a spa for exploring the Andean Lake District. sparkling waters. during lunch on Colbuco Island before enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch. Hosted by the Via Australis staff, these of glaciers. You also will see Seno Gallegos. Early in the morning, weather permitting, and a gift shop. | ACCOMMODATIONS |

1. Magellanic penguins 2. Sea lions PROGRAM The Wildlife of Patagonia 3. Darwin’s Rhea HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the captivating city of Santiago. • Glide across Lake Todos los Santos on a catamaran and admire the views of the Osorno Volcano. Explorers, Settlers and Outlaws The Patagonian Coastal zone is home to an array of fascinating wildlife, including charismatic Magdalena Island • Cruise through the Strait Magellanic penguins. These boisterous, monogamous creatures can be seen marching single For more than 10,000 years, what is called of Magellan, walk file and tend to return each year to the same nests, where males and females share Patagonia was the domain of nomadic on glaciers, gaze at the go ashore on Magdalena Island, located parenting duties. indigenous tribes. In 1520, Portuguese rugged mountains and in the middle of the Strait of Magellan. Another gregarious inhabitant that returns annually to Patagonia’s shores, the Southern explorer Ferdinand Magellan, funded by the get up-close views of the The island was an essential source of INTERCONTINENTAL SANTIAGO elephant seal is the world’s largest seal and can grow to about 21 feet long and weigh up to Spanish Court, made landfall in the region, wildlife during a cruise of supplies for navigators and explorers and SANTIAGO 3 tons. The elephant seal gets its name from its long trunk, which the male inflates during stopping briefly during his attempt to be the rugged Tierra del Fuego. is inhabited by a colony of Magellanic The InterContinental Santiago is located in the mating rituals. The strongest bulls establish harems of several dozen females. first person to circumnavigate the world. penguins you might see during a walk to city’s financial district near shops, restaurants • Discover the life of Kick off your adventure in vibrant Santiago, Inland, other fascinating wildlife includes bright pink Chilean flamingos, llama-like guanacos; Top: Exploring Patagonia | Above: Cruising the Lake Among the first European settlers in the Above: Waterfall, Puella, Lake District and bookstores. The hotel boasts elegant guest District | Above right: View from upper deck of the area was a group of Welsh nonconformists, the lighthouse. cowboys at a Chilean surrounded by glittering skyscrapers and large, elusive pumas; Andean condors; and more than five million sheep. The region is also Via Australis in the Beagle Channel | Right: Black Above right: Up- close view of glacier in zodiac boats Disembarkation at Punta Arenas is rooms with modern amenities as well as an ranch. the snow-dusted Andes Mountains. Explore home to the Patagonian gray fox. Interestingly, females without litters sometimes bring their Forest German style wooden house in Puerto Varas sailing from Liverpool in 1865 in search of indoor lap pool and a fitness center with spa religious freedom. Arriving in the Lower scheduled for late morning. Transfer to • Go ashore aboard zodiac the emerald waters of the Andean Lake food to families with pups, a behavior that has played a major role in this species’ survival. settling in at Hotel Patagónico. educational talks will take place on board services. Don’t forget to enjoy a pisco sour, a Chubut Valley, they were saved from the airport for a midday flight to Chilean specialty, in the hotel’s Benatino Bar. boats for exploration and District via catamaran, and take in sweet and on land. Day 4 b | l starvation by members of the Tehuelche tribe Santiago. Check in to the seize opportunities to smelling forests, and charming hamlets. Rub Puerto Varas Day 7 b | l | d embrace your sense of Day 1 before establishing an agricultural colony. InterContinental Santiago. Spend the shoulders with cowboys at a Chilean barbecue Independent Exploration: The Cruising Tierra del Fuego adventure. In Transit Excursion: Lake District. Depart Puerto Naturalist Charles Darwin visited in 1833, remainder of the afternoon at leisure. and cruise through Tierra del Fuego, enjoying A remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. At dawn, the Via Australis will reach Depart your gateway city for Santiago, Chile. Varas and follow the lakeshore to Salto arriving on board the HMS Beagle, a British Tonight, recount your adventures with its gregarious creatures and awesome A Provided fo AHI FlexAir participants. Petrohué waterfalls, located in the Vicente Lounge on the town’s black-sand beaches, Almirantzago Sound. Walk along the naval vessel commanded by Robert Fitzroy. your fellow travelers at a Farewell Left: Osorno volcano glaciers. Return to Chile’s dynamic capital for Below: Friendly huaso, Pérez Rosales, Chile’s oldest national park. survey the German pioneer-era homes or Azopardo River as a guide discusses the Darwin collected specimens, fossils, plants Reception. Day 2 d Chilean cowboy a day of exploration. Located on the southern shore of immense Afterward, hop on a catamaran and enjoy embark on an afternoon adventure. flora and fauna. You may choose to climb to and animal specimens that contributed to his Santiago Day 10 b Above right: Dancers, Santiago Santiago Lake Llanquihue, you’ll find the ideal the stunning views of emerald water, Day 6 b | d a viewpoint to see a stunning waterfall. theory of evolution by natural selection. Lower right: Cathedral, Santiago A Santiago | In Transit Founded in 1541, Chile’s cosmopolitan capital marriage of nature and culture, with well- Upon arrival, transfer to the Osorno Volcano and the peaks of Puerto Varas | Punta Arenas After lunch, admire the glaciers as the ship In 1895, Joshua Slocum, the first man to InterContinental Santiago. Your room will be Independent Exploration: Spend your is nestled in a fertile valley between the preserved wood-shingled homes, a flower- Puntiagudo and El Tronador mountains. Transfer to the airport in Puerto Montt for navigates through Bahìa Parry. circumnavigate the globe singlehandedly, set ready, so take time to relax after your flight. final day in Chile pursuing individual Pacific Ocean and the Andes. Stroll its filled plaza, rolling green pastures and Sail for almost two hours before landing the flight to Punta Arenas, the capital of the Day 8 b | l | d off from Boston and found himself face to Excursion: Santiago City Tour. Explore face with “savage Indians” in Tierra del interests. centuries-old markets, plazas and tree-lined postcard views of two snow-capped in Peulla, a hamlet known for its glorious Magallanes region. Cruising Tierra del Fuego A Chile’s cosmopolitan capital, founded almost Fuego. He chronicled his adventures in This evening, transfer to the airport to Discover the beauty of nature left to her own devices streets lined with colonial mansions. volcanoes, Osorno and Calbuco. scenery. Enjoy lunch, then head off for an This evening, board the 136-passenger Via This morning, arrive in Ainsworth Bay. 500 years ago by Spanish settlers. Begin in This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and “Sailing Alone Around the World,” perhaps board an overnight flight to your North Gleaming skyscrapers, fashionable Tierra del Fuego afternoon stroll or an adventure before Australis. After a welcome cocktail Excursion: Alberto de Agostini in legendary Patagonia. Located at the southern tip the historic heart of the city, which includes Dinner at the hotel. the best travel narrative ever penned. American gateway city. neighborhoods and world-class restaurants A pristine archipelago that beautifully returning to Puerto Varas via catamaran hosted by the captain and his crew, the ship National Park. Take in amazing views of Santa Lucia hill, the 18th-century In the years that followed, more Day 11 of South America, this mysterious, far-flung paradise attest to Santiago’s status as a modern punctuates the end of Patagonia, Tierra del Day 3 b | l | d later in the day. will depart for one of the most remote, Marinelli Glacier, which is in a state of Government Palace and the bustling Plaza de adventurers made their way to the end of the In Transit is sparsely populated yet wildly alive. Sip a pisco metropolis on the rise, while churches and Fuego, or the Land of Fire, is split between Santiago | Puerto Varas Day 5 b | l mysterious wilderness regions on the retreat, and the Cordillera Darwin, home to HOTEL PATAGONICO Armas, laid down in 1541. Visit the earth, including outlaws Butch Cassidy and Arrive in your gateway city. PUERTO VARAS sour as you gaze at mammoth glaciers, inhale the landmarks, such as the impressive baroque Chile and Argentina. Discovered in the 1500s Transfer to the airport this morning for a Puerto Varas planet. The trip will take you through the the highest peaks of the Andes Mountains. dignified Cathedral, the Central Post Office the Sundance Kid who arrived in 1901 and Nestled on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, the cathedral and the Arab-influenced Iglesia San by Ferdinand Magellan, the region remained flight to Puerto Varas. Founded by Germans Excursion: Chilean Ranch Visit. Head Strait of Magellan to explore Southern Walk to a beaver dam in the subpolar invigorating aroma of ancient forests and walk in the and the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, bought a remote Patagonian cattle farm. Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events Hotel Patagónico enjoys a magnificent view of Francisco, evoke the city’s rich history. under the domain of indigenous tribes until in 1853, this charming village overlooks Lake to Fundo Olguita, a working ranch, to visit Patagonia, including the legendary Tierra del Magellan Forest, where you might see may change. Some included sightseeing itineraries the Osorno Volcano. Surrounded by an located in the lovely Royal Customs House, can be strenuous; therefore, a reasonable level of footsteps of Darwin and Magellan. Embrace a land of Puerto Varas the 1800s. Today, Tierra del Fuego remains Llanquihue and the Osorno Volcano. the stables and learn about the traditions Fuego archipelago. Southern elephant seals. exquisitely manicured, five-acre Patagonian built in 1807. Continue to leafy Parque fitness is recommended. Some passengers may Local Flavor: En route from the airport, of the huasos, Chilean cowboys. See a Later, sail to Brookes Bay, landing close to Day 9 b garden, the Hotel Patagónico invites its guests soul-stirring beauty, curious creatures and staggering Built by German immigrants, Puerto Varas, largely unspoiled, providing ample Forestal, the Fine Arts Museum and During the cruise, there will be decide to take a break on certain days and explore the City of Roses, is one of Chile’s most opportunities to see sweeping plains, enjoy a local specialty, curanto — a dish demonstration of Chile’s national sport, the enlightening presentations about the Brookes Glacier, renowned for its birdlife, Disembark | Punta Arenas | the environs around the port. to stroll along trails that showcase native trees expanses on this epic journey to Chile. Bellavista, the bohemian quarter once home Santiago as part of the beautiful landscaping. The hotel charming villages and the perfect home base imposing mountains, thick woodlands and cooked in a hole dug deep in the ground — rodeo, and then roll up your sleeves and wildlife, geography and history of Patagonia. where you can appreciate an amphitheater Included meals indicated each day as to Pablo Neruda. B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. boasts a fitness center, a swimming pool, a spa for exploring the Andean Lake District. sparkling waters. during lunch on Colbuco Island before enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch. Hosted by the Via Australis staff, these of glaciers. You also will see Seno Gallegos. Early in the morning, weather permitting, and a gift shop. | ACCOMMODATIONS |

1. Magellanic penguins 2. Sea lions PROGRAM The Wildlife of Patagonia 3. Darwin’s Rhea HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the captivating city of Santiago. • Glide across Lake Todos los Santos on a catamaran and admire the views of the Osorno Volcano. Explorers, Settlers and Outlaws The Patagonian Coastal zone is home to an array of fascinating wildlife, including charismatic Magdalena Island • Cruise through the Strait Magellanic penguins. These boisterous, monogamous creatures can be seen marching single For more than 10,000 years, what is called of Magellan, walk file and tend to return each year to the same nests, where males and females share Patagonia was the domain of nomadic on glaciers, gaze at the go ashore on Magdalena Island, located parenting duties. indigenous tribes. In 1520, Portuguese rugged mountains and in the middle of the Strait of Magellan. Another gregarious inhabitant that returns annually to Patagonia’s shores, the Southern explorer Ferdinand Magellan, funded by the get up-close views of the The island was an essential source of INTERCONTINENTAL SANTIAGO elephant seal is the world’s largest seal and can grow to about 21 feet long and weigh up to Spanish Court, made landfall in the region, wildlife during a cruise of supplies for navigators and explorers and SANTIAGO 3 tons. The elephant seal gets its name from its long trunk, which the male inflates during stopping briefly during his attempt to be the rugged Tierra del Fuego. is inhabited by a colony of Magellanic The InterContinental Santiago is located in the mating rituals. The strongest bulls establish harems of several dozen females. first person to circumnavigate the world. penguins you might see during a walk to city’s financial district near shops, restaurants • Discover the life of Kick off your adventure in vibrant Santiago, Inland, other fascinating wildlife includes bright pink Chilean flamingos, llama-like guanacos; Top: Exploring Patagonia | Above: Cruising the Lake Among the first European settlers in the Above: Waterfall, Puella, Lake District and bookstores. The hotel boasts elegant guest District | Above right: View from upper deck of the area was a group of Welsh nonconformists, the lighthouse. cowboys at a Chilean surrounded by glittering skyscrapers and large, elusive pumas; Andean condors; and more than five million sheep. The region is also Via Australis in the Beagle Channel | Right: Black Above right: Up- close view of glacier in zodiac boats Disembarkation at Punta Arenas is rooms with modern amenities as well as an ranch. the snow-dusted Andes Mountains. Explore home to the Patagonian gray fox. Interestingly, females without litters sometimes bring their Forest German style wooden house in Puerto Varas sailing from Liverpool in 1865 in search of indoor lap pool and a fitness center with spa religious freedom. Arriving in the Lower scheduled for late morning. Transfer to • Go ashore aboard zodiac the emerald waters of the Andean Lake food to families with pups, a behavior that has played a major role in this species’ survival. settling in at Hotel Patagónico. educational talks will take place on board services. Don’t forget to enjoy a pisco sour, a Chubut Valley, they were saved from the airport for a midday flight to Chilean specialty, in the hotel’s Benatino Bar. boats for exploration and District via catamaran, and take in sweet and on land. Day 4 b | l starvation by members of the Tehuelche tribe Santiago. Check in to the seize opportunities to smelling forests, and charming hamlets. Rub Puerto Varas Day 7 b | l | d embrace your sense of Day 1 before establishing an agricultural colony. InterContinental Santiago. Spend the shoulders with cowboys at a Chilean barbecue Independent Exploration: The Cruising Tierra del Fuego adventure. In Transit Excursion: Lake District. Depart Puerto Naturalist Charles Darwin visited in 1833, remainder of the afternoon at leisure. and cruise through Tierra del Fuego, enjoying A remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. At dawn, the Via Australis will reach Depart your gateway city for Santiago, Chile. Varas and follow the lakeshore to Salto arriving on board the HMS Beagle, a British Tonight, recount your adventures with its gregarious creatures and awesome A Provided fo AHI FlexAir participants. Petrohué waterfalls, located in the Vicente Lounge on the town’s black-sand beaches, Almirantzago Sound. Walk along the naval vessel commanded by Robert Fitzroy. your fellow travelers at a Farewell Left: Osorno volcano glaciers. Return to Chile’s dynamic capital for Below: Friendly huaso, Pérez Rosales, Chile’s oldest national park. survey the German pioneer-era homes or Azopardo River as a guide discusses the Darwin collected specimens, fossils, plants Reception. Day 2 d Chilean cowboy a day of exploration. Located on the southern shore of immense Afterward, hop on a catamaran and enjoy embark on an afternoon adventure. flora and fauna. You may choose to climb to and animal specimens that contributed to his Santiago Day 10 b Above right: Dancers, Santiago Santiago Lake Llanquihue, you’ll find the ideal the stunning views of emerald water, Day 6 b | d a viewpoint to see a stunning waterfall. theory of evolution by natural selection. Lower right: Cathedral, Santiago A Santiago | In Transit Founded in 1541, Chile’s cosmopolitan capital marriage of nature and culture, with well- Upon arrival, transfer to the Osorno Volcano and the peaks of Puerto Varas | Punta Arenas After lunch, admire the glaciers as the ship In 1895, Joshua Slocum, the first man to InterContinental Santiago. Your room will be Independent Exploration: Spend your is nestled in a fertile valley between the preserved wood-shingled homes, a flower- Puntiagudo and El Tronador mountains. Transfer to the airport in Puerto Montt for navigates through Bahìa Parry. circumnavigate the globe singlehandedly, set ready, so take time to relax after your flight. final day in Chile pursuing individual Pacific Ocean and the Andes. Stroll its filled plaza, rolling green pastures and Sail for almost two hours before landing the flight to Punta Arenas, the capital of the Day 8 b | l | d off from Boston and found himself face to Excursion: Santiago City Tour. Explore face with “savage Indians” in Tierra del interests. centuries-old markets, plazas and tree-lined postcard views of two snow-capped in Peulla, a hamlet known for its glorious Magallanes region. Cruising Tierra del Fuego A Chile’s cosmopolitan capital, founded almost Fuego. He chronicled his adventures in This evening, transfer to the airport to Discover the beauty of nature left to her own devices streets lined with colonial mansions. volcanoes, Osorno and Calbuco. scenery. Enjoy lunch, then head off for an This evening, board the 136-passenger Via This morning, arrive in Ainsworth Bay. 500 years ago by Spanish settlers. Begin in This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and “Sailing Alone Around the World,” perhaps board an overnight flight to your North Gleaming skyscrapers, fashionable Tierra del Fuego afternoon stroll or an adventure before Australis. After a welcome cocktail Excursion: Alberto de Agostini in legendary Patagonia. Located at the southern tip the historic heart of the city, which includes Dinner at the hotel. the best travel narrative ever penned. American gateway city. neighborhoods and world-class restaurants A pristine archipelago that beautifully returning to Puerto Varas via catamaran hosted by the captain and his crew, the ship National Park. Take in amazing views of Santa Lucia hill, the 18th-century In the years that followed, more Day 11 of South America, this mysterious, far-flung paradise attest to Santiago’s status as a modern punctuates the end of Patagonia, Tierra del Day 3 b | l | d later in the day. will depart for one of the most remote, Marinelli Glacier, which is in a state of Government Palace and the bustling Plaza de adventurers made their way to the end of the In Transit is sparsely populated yet wildly alive. Sip a pisco metropolis on the rise, while churches and Fuego, or the Land of Fire, is split between Santiago | Puerto Varas Day 5 b | l mysterious wilderness regions on the retreat, and the Cordillera Darwin, home to HOTEL PATAGONICO Armas, laid down in 1541. Visit the earth, including outlaws Butch Cassidy and Arrive in your gateway city. PUERTO VARAS sour as you gaze at mammoth glaciers, inhale the landmarks, such as the impressive baroque Chile and Argentina. Discovered in the 1500s Transfer to the airport this morning for a Puerto Varas planet. The trip will take you through the the highest peaks of the Andes Mountains. dignified Cathedral, the Central Post Office the Sundance Kid who arrived in 1901 and Nestled on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, the cathedral and the Arab-influenced Iglesia San by Ferdinand Magellan, the region remained flight to Puerto Varas. Founded by Germans Excursion: Chilean Ranch Visit. Head Strait of Magellan to explore Southern Walk to a beaver dam in the subpolar invigorating aroma of ancient forests and walk in the and the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, bought a remote Patagonian cattle farm. Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events Hotel Patagónico enjoys a magnificent view of Francisco, evoke the city’s rich history. under the domain of indigenous tribes until in 1853, this charming village overlooks Lake to Fundo Olguita, a working ranch, to visit Patagonia, including the legendary Tierra del Magellan Forest, where you might see may change. Some included sightseeing itineraries the Osorno Volcano. Surrounded by an located in the lovely Royal Customs House, can be strenuous; therefore, a reasonable level of footsteps of Darwin and Magellan. Embrace a land of Puerto Varas the 1800s. Today, Tierra del Fuego remains Llanquihue and the Osorno Volcano. the stables and learn about the traditions Fuego archipelago. Southern elephant seals. exquisitely manicured, five-acre Patagonian built in 1807. Continue to leafy Parque fitness is recommended. Some passengers may Local Flavor: En route from the airport, of the huasos, Chilean cowboys. See a Later, sail to Brookes Bay, landing close to Day 9 b garden, the Hotel Patagónico invites its guests soul-stirring beauty, curious creatures and staggering Built by German immigrants, Puerto Varas, largely unspoiled, providing ample Forestal, the Fine Arts Museum and During the cruise, there will be decide to take a break on certain days and explore the City of Roses, is one of Chile’s most opportunities to see sweeping plains, enjoy a local specialty, curanto — a dish demonstration of Chile’s national sport, the enlightening presentations about the Brookes Glacier, renowned for its birdlife, Disembark | Punta Arenas | the environs around the port. to stroll along trails that showcase native trees expanses on this epic journey to Chile. Bellavista, the bohemian quarter once home Santiago as part of the beautiful landscaping. The hotel charming villages and the perfect home base imposing mountains, thick woodlands and cooked in a hole dug deep in the ground — rodeo, and then roll up your sleeves and wildlife, geography and history of Patagonia. where you can appreciate an amphitheater Included meals indicated each day as to Pablo Neruda. B | L | D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. boasts a fitness center, a swimming pool, a spa for exploring the Andean Lake District. sparkling waters. during lunch on Colbuco Island before enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch. Hosted by the Via Australis staff, these of glaciers. You also will see Seno Gallegos. Early in the morning, weather permitting, and a gift shop. NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/depar- Reserve your trip to Patagonia today! ture fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, Send to: Treasures of Patagonia liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under INCLUDED FEATURES Trip #:2-21765W included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. Ohio State Alumni Tours MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to LAND/CRUISE PROGRAM Longaberger Alumni House accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opin- ion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition 2200 Olentangy River Road may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject ACCOMMODATIONS Columbus, OH 43210-1035 only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which January 26-February 3, 2015 Paid corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation AHI Travel Please call Amy Stoneking at Ohio State Alumni Tours at 614-292-2372 ext. 2 or • Two nights in Santiago at the deluxe U.S. Postage those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accom- Std. Presorted 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) with questions regarding this trip or to make a reservation. panied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be InterContinental Santiago. totally responsible for providing all required assistance. Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Full Price Special Savings Special Price Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are • Three nights in Puerto Varas at the issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connect- ing flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which B-Twin (Deck 1 Fwd) $4,645 $250 $4,395* (1) ______case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if deluxe Hotel Patagónico. First Middle Last Date of Birth reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all year A-Twin (Deck 1) $5,345 $250 $5,095* • Three-night cruise aboard Email:______Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independ- Via Australis. MVVIA AUSTRALIS ently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred AA-Twin (Deck 2) $5,545 $250 $5,295* (2) ______as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or air- First Middle Last Date of Birth line schedule(s). MEALS Climb aboard the Via Australis and gain a BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the AAA-Twin (Deck 3) $6,045 $250 $5,795* Top to bottom: Email:______class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure deeper understanding of the world’s spectacular information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier • Enjoy an extensive meal program, Viewing elephant seals without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/over- All cabins are outward facing and feature large picture windows, private bathroom, safe and hair dryer. southernmost region. Trained in conservation and weight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your which includes all meals on board the Friendly musician, Patagonia wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. Street Address ______owner's risk throughout the travel program. ship: eight breakfasts, five lunches and environmental protection, the professional crew Statue of Virgin Mary, San AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS - On occasion, AHI VAT is an additional $395 per person. Cristobal hill, Santiago Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or of the Via Australis will share with you their video images of passengers and trip activities. By participating in this trav- five dinners. Coffee, tea and water are Puerto Varas, Chile City ______el program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and Treasures of you, or obtaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic available with all meals, plus wine with knowledge about the pristine wilderness and Join us as we discover the natural treasures of Chilean Whale watching from zodiac Cover photos (clockwise): and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any do not include air program costs (unless otherwise stated). videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicity and/or train- dinner. waterways, breathtaking fjords and glaciers, boats, Patagonia Exploring Tierra del fuego State______ZIP ______ing activities. Single accommodations are an additional $1,495 (limited availability). Patagonia, as well as dynamic Santiago and the lush, forested RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or Magellanic penguins operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and • Sample authentic regional specialties at and exotic animals and plant life. You’ll also gain Andean Lake District. An unforgettable highlight of this act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, “I grew up in this town, my Huasos, Chile Home: (______)______Cell: (______)______transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities local restaurants. deeper insight into the natural wonders of the are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring adventure is a three-night cruise through Tierra del Fuego on poetry was born between Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any such per- • Attend festive Welcome and Farewell Patagonian region with informative onboard son or entity or any third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI the inviting Via Australis, with modern comforts and a Sharing with______. (Form sent separately.) Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, AHI FLEXAIR Receptions and a Welcome Dinner. the hill and the river, it took Name(s) you would like on your name badge(s): delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, lectures and excursions with the seasoned crew. knowledgeable captain and crew. damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, its voice from the rain, and failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with From the welcoming decor of the reception (1) ______(2) ______any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any substitu- January 25- TRANSPORTATION tion of hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without notice, or Dig deeper into Chilean culture with memorable visits to the like the timber, it steeped for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. Dates, Program Details area to the well-stocked library, relaxing I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: and Tour costs, although given in good faith and based on tariffs, February 4, 2015 • All flights, cruises and deluxe motor exchange rates and other information current at the time of printing, are atmosphere of the Yámana Lounge and museums and an authentic, working Chilean ranch. Explore the itself in the forests.” Cabin category desired: 1st choice______2nd choice______subject to change at or before the time of departure. No revisions of the coach transfers in the Land/Cruise Ì printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the geography of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego as you visit ~ Pablo Neruda, I prefer single accommodations at an additional $1,495 (limited availability). right is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might Program itinerary and baggage handling panoramic deck, you’ll enjoy every corner of Ì I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is become necessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional Our personalized air program expenses will be paid by the individual passenger. Baggage and personal on these transfers are included. this sleek vessel, built in 2005. To round out unspoiled waterfalls, view rugged mountains, sail through Chilean writer and Nobel Prize available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be effects are the sole responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire allows you to select your found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. program is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim other stunning fjords and discover pristine forests and glaciers as than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies your journey, each day brings new culinary in Literature winner, 1904-1973 Land/Cruise and Air Program that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disability that flights, routing, class of YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and Your trip takes delights in the lovely dining room, which explorers did centuries ago. We also make sure you have ample Ì I/we reserve the Land Program and request the Air Program to/from Santiago, accepts the terms of this contract set out herein and in more specific PROGRAM “Of all the parts of South Chile, to depart from: pre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transporta- service and dates of travel you the southern- tion companies concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, showcases sophisticated international cuisine free time for independent exploration. ______omission, or event, during the time passengers are not on board their in consultation with one of most region of (For full details, please refer to the day- America that we visited, Departure City conveyances. The passage contract in use, when issued, shall constitute and delicious regional specialties, accompanied A dedicated travel staff is committed to ensuring your trip the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or South America. by-day itinerary.) Southern Chile stands out to A word about your Tour Operator Ì Please send me in for ma tion on up grad ing my flights. purchaser of this trip. our experienced Passenger by excellent Chilean and Argentine wines. ASSOCIATION DISCLAIMER-Association is not the tour Please see creates many fond memories, and expert guides will lead you on AHI Travel is the premier operator of deluxe travel programs sponsored Please note: Air prices will be sent to you with your Reservation Confirmation operator.Association is not responsible for changes of flight times, fare Service Representatives. • Informative educational programs me as the land where one and air schedule sent at 90 days before departure. International flight arrange- changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or car rental reservations, delays, loss- enlarged regional After a day of strolling seal-studded beaches, fascinating excursions that will give you an in-depth look at by alumni associations. Their experienced, professional staff has offered the es, injuries, inconveniences, cessation of operations, airline or tour oper- presented by local experts to enhance ments can be canceled with no obligation up to 75 days before departure. ator bankruptcies, acts of God, or any other event beyond Association's Airfares will vary, depending map below for drinking in the electric blue of glaciers from would choose to make a highest level of service in innovative travel programs since 1962. control.Association acts only as agent for participants with respect to more details. Chilean culture and history. Land/Cruise Program travel services, and it shall not be responsible for changes of flight times, your insight into the region. home.” fare changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or other reservations, injury, dam- on airline, routing and class a zodiac boat or enjoying exciting excursions, In AHI Travel’s care, you can rely on: Ì I/we reserve this land program and will make my/our own air arrangenments age, loss of baggage, accidents or for the acts or defaults of any person or • All excursions: This is sure to be a popular program, so we encourage you to • An exceptional travel value. It would be impossible for an and transfers entity engaged in conveying participants or in carrying out other arrange- of service. In most cases, retire to your comfortable cabin. Each of the ~ James Bryce, ments of the tour. Further, Association shall not be responsible for losses independent traveler to arrange all these unique experiences, inclusions Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first served or additional expenses of any participants due to sickness, weather, – Explore bustling Santiago. make your reservation today. 64 cabins features its own bathroom with British academic and historian, Ohio State Alumni Tours Longaberger Alumni House 2200 Olentangy River Road Columbus, OH 43210-1035 58 PATAGONA15 basis. Reservations to be paid in full by November 11, 2014 (75 days prior to strike, civil unrest, acts of terrorism, quarantine, acts of God, or other transfers between the airport and services at a comparable price. departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by pay- causes beyond its control.Association shall not be responsible for alter- ation of the itinerary as deemed necessary for carrying out the tour, and – Admire the crystalline Andean Lake shower, modern amenities and a picture window 1838-1922, “South America,” ment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa or the right is reserved to substitute hotels of similar quality. The right is and hotel/cruise ship will • Unique access to local sites. Take advantage of more than 50 years Discover. Make checks payable to AHI International. further reserved to cancel any tour prior to departure; in which case the District overlooking the wilds of Patagonia. Cordially, of travel experience to gain preferred entrance to popular sites and featuring a three-night Tierra Del Fuego cruise entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on be included on arrival and 1912 Alumni, their families and friends may travel on this tour by meeting Ohio State Association's part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or to – Experience life on a Chilean ranch. to uncover the region’s hidden treasures. retain any person as a member of the tour should such person's health, Alumni Tour eligibility requirements. I (we) have read, understand, and accept the actions or general deportment in the opinion of Association impede the departure days. Your “The plains of Patagonia • Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of aboard Via Australis conditions as stated in this brochure. operation of the tour or the rights or welfare of the other participants. No – Cruise Tierra del Fuego; sail through Left: refund will be made for the unused portion of any tour. Passenger Service Comfortable your journey. Signature______Date ______Applicants for participation in this tour accept in full all the conditions set the Strait of Magellan; discover are boundless. ... They bear forth above. cabin with a • Expertise of local guides who possess authoritative knowledge of Enclosed is a deposit of ______($600 per person) to reserve _____ place(s). CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancella- Representative will provide glaciers and forests; and see wildlife. spectacular the stamp of having thus tions for any reason whatsoever will be subject to a $250 per person Archie Griffin the region and offer personal insight into local culture. Ì Accept my check made payable to AHI International. administrative fee. {Please note that you may choose, at the time of can- you with all of the details view cellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to a future AHI Travel MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS Below: lasted through the ages, and • Flexibility and customization. Free time during the trip allows you Ì Charge my: Ì MasterCard Ì Visa Ì Discover Expires______/______program that will operate in the current calendar year or year following.} President/CEO Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in for- you need to guarantee your Lovely dining there appears no limit to to pursue your own interests. They will also help you tailor your dream SPONSORED BY feiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of • Services of an experienced Travel room The Ohio State University Alumni Association, Inc. 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Ohio State Alumni Tours MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to LAND/CRUISE PROGRAM Longaberger Alumni House accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opin- ion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition 2200 Olentangy River Road may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject ACCOMMODATIONS Columbus, OH 43210-1035 only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which January 26-February 3, 2015 Paid corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation AHI Travel Please call Amy Stoneking at Ohio State Alumni Tours at 614-292-2372 ext. 2 or • Two nights in Santiago at the deluxe U.S. Postage those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accom- Std. Presorted 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) with questions regarding this trip or to make a reservation. panied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be InterContinental Santiago. totally responsible for providing all required assistance. Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Full Price Special Savings Special Price Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are • Three nights in Puerto Varas at the issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connect- ing flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which B-Twin (Deck 1 Fwd) $4,645 $250 $4,395* (1) ______case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if deluxe Hotel Patagónico. First Middle Last Date of Birth reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all year A-Twin (Deck 1) $5,345 $250 $5,095* • Three-night cruise aboard Email:______Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independ- Via Australis. MVVIA AUSTRALIS ently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred AA-Twin (Deck 2) $5,545 $250 $5,295* (2) ______as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or air- First Middle Last Date of Birth line schedule(s). MEALS Climb aboard the Via Australis and gain a BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the AAA-Twin (Deck 3) $6,045 $250 $5,795* Top to bottom: Email:______class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure deeper understanding of the world’s spectacular information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier • Enjoy an extensive meal program, Viewing elephant seals without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/over- All cabins are outward facing and feature large picture windows, private bathroom, safe and hair dryer. southernmost region. Trained in conservation and weight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your which includes all meals on board the Friendly musician, Patagonia wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. Street Address ______owner's risk throughout the travel program. ship: eight breakfasts, five lunches and environmental protection, the professional crew Statue of Virgin Mary, San AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS - On occasion, AHI VAT is an additional $395 per person. Cristobal hill, Santiago Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or of the Via Australis will share with you their video images of passengers and trip activities. By participating in this trav- five dinners. Coffee, tea and water are Puerto Varas, Chile City ______el program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and Treasures of you, or obtaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic available with all meals, plus wine with knowledge about the pristine wilderness and Join us as we discover the natural treasures of Chilean Whale watching from zodiac Cover photos (clockwise): and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any do not include air program costs (unless otherwise stated). videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicity and/or train- dinner. waterways, breathtaking fjords and glaciers, boats, Patagonia Exploring Tierra del fuego State______ZIP ______ing activities. Single accommodations are an additional $1,495 (limited availability). Patagonia, as well as dynamic Santiago and the lush, forested RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or Magellanic penguins operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and • Sample authentic regional specialties at and exotic animals and plant life. You’ll also gain Andean Lake District. An unforgettable highlight of this act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, “I grew up in this town, my Huasos, Chile Home: (______)______Cell: (______)______transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities local restaurants. deeper insight into the natural wonders of the are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring adventure is a three-night cruise through Tierra del Fuego on poetry was born between Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any such per- • Attend festive Welcome and Farewell Patagonian region with informative onboard son or entity or any third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI the inviting Via Australis, with modern comforts and a Sharing with______. (Form sent separately.) Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, AHI FLEXAIR Receptions and a Welcome Dinner. the hill and the river, it took Name(s) you would like on your name badge(s): delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, lectures and excursions with the seasoned crew. knowledgeable captain and crew. damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, its voice from the rain, and failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with From the welcoming decor of the reception (1) ______(2) ______any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any substitu- January 25- TRANSPORTATION tion of hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without notice, or Dig deeper into Chilean culture with memorable visits to the like the timber, it steeped for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. Dates, Program Details area to the well-stocked library, relaxing I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: and Tour costs, although given in good faith and based on tariffs, February 4, 2015 • All flights, cruises and deluxe motor exchange rates and other information current at the time of printing, are atmosphere of the Yámana Lounge and museums and an authentic, working Chilean ranch. Explore the itself in the forests.” Cabin category desired: 1st choice______2nd choice______subject to change at or before the time of departure. No revisions of the coach transfers in the Land/Cruise Ì printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the geography of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego as you visit ~ Pablo Neruda, I prefer single accommodations at an additional $1,495 (limited availability). right is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might Program itinerary and baggage handling panoramic deck, you’ll enjoy every corner of Ì I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is become necessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional Our personalized air program expenses will be paid by the individual passenger. Baggage and personal on these transfers are included. this sleek vessel, built in 2005. To round out unspoiled waterfalls, view rugged mountains, sail through Chilean writer and Nobel Prize available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be effects are the sole responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire allows you to select your found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. program is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim other stunning fjords and discover pristine forests and glaciers as than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies your journey, each day brings new culinary in Literature winner, 1904-1973 Land/Cruise and Air Program that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disability that flights, routing, class of YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and Your trip takes delights in the lovely dining room, which explorers did centuries ago. We also make sure you have ample Ì I/we reserve the Land Program and request the Air Program to/from Santiago, accepts the terms of this contract set out herein and in more specific PROGRAM “Of all the parts of South Chile, to depart from: pre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transporta- service and dates of travel you the southern- tion companies concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, showcases sophisticated international cuisine free time for independent exploration. ______omission, or event, during the time passengers are not on board their in consultation with one of most region of (For full details, please refer to the day- America that we visited, Departure City conveyances. The passage contract in use, when issued, shall constitute and delicious regional specialties, accompanied A dedicated travel staff is committed to ensuring your trip the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or South America. by-day itinerary.) Southern Chile stands out to A word about your Tour Operator Ì Please send me in for ma tion on up grad ing my flights. purchaser of this trip. our experienced Passenger by excellent Chilean and Argentine wines. ASSOCIATION DISCLAIMER-Association is not the tour Please see creates many fond memories, and expert guides will lead you on AHI Travel is the premier operator of deluxe travel programs sponsored Please note: Air prices will be sent to you with your Reservation Confirmation operator.Association is not responsible for changes of flight times, fare Service Representatives. • Informative educational programs me as the land where one and air schedule sent at 90 days before departure. International flight arrange- changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or car rental reservations, delays, loss- enlarged regional After a day of strolling seal-studded beaches, fascinating excursions that will give you an in-depth look at by alumni associations. Their experienced, professional staff has offered the es, injuries, inconveniences, cessation of operations, airline or tour oper- presented by local experts to enhance ments can be canceled with no obligation up to 75 days before departure. ator bankruptcies, acts of God, or any other event beyond Association's Airfares will vary, depending map below for drinking in the electric blue of glaciers from would choose to make a highest level of service in innovative travel programs since 1962. control.Association acts only as agent for participants with respect to more details. Chilean culture and history. Land/Cruise Program travel services, and it shall not be responsible for changes of flight times, your insight into the region. home.” fare changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or other reservations, injury, dam- on airline, routing and class a zodiac boat or enjoying exciting excursions, In AHI Travel’s care, you can rely on: Ì I/we reserve this land program and will make my/our own air arrangenments age, loss of baggage, accidents or for the acts or defaults of any person or • All excursions: This is sure to be a popular program, so we encourage you to • An exceptional travel value. It would be impossible for an and transfers entity engaged in conveying participants or in carrying out other arrange- of service. In most cases, retire to your comfortable cabin. Each of the ~ James Bryce, ments of the tour. Further, Association shall not be responsible for losses independent traveler to arrange all these unique experiences, inclusions Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first served or additional expenses of any participants due to sickness, weather, – Explore bustling Santiago. make your reservation today. 64 cabins features its own bathroom with British academic and historian, Ohio State Alumni Tours Longaberger Alumni House 2200 Olentangy River Road Columbus, OH 43210-1035 58 PATAGONA15 basis. Reservations to be paid in full by November 11, 2014 (75 days prior to strike, civil unrest, acts of terrorism, quarantine, acts of God, or other transfers between the airport and services at a comparable price. departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by pay- causes beyond its control.Association shall not be responsible for alter- ation of the itinerary as deemed necessary for carrying out the tour, and – Admire the crystalline Andean Lake shower, modern amenities and a picture window 1838-1922, “South America,” ment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa or the right is reserved to substitute hotels of similar quality. The right is and hotel/cruise ship will • Unique access to local sites. Take advantage of more than 50 years Discover. Make checks payable to AHI International. further reserved to cancel any tour prior to departure; in which case the District overlooking the wilds of Patagonia. Cordially, of travel experience to gain preferred entrance to popular sites and featuring a three-night Tierra Del Fuego cruise entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on be included on arrival and 1912 Alumni, their families and friends may travel on this tour by meeting Ohio State Association's part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or to – Experience life on a Chilean ranch. to uncover the region’s hidden treasures. retain any person as a member of the tour should such person's health, Alumni Tour eligibility requirements. I (we) have read, understand, and accept the actions or general deportment in the opinion of Association impede the departure days. Your “The plains of Patagonia • Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of aboard Via Australis conditions as stated in this brochure. operation of the tour or the rights or welfare of the other participants. No – Cruise Tierra del Fuego; sail through Left: refund will be made for the unused portion of any tour. Passenger Service Comfortable your journey. Signature______Date ______Applicants for participation in this tour accept in full all the conditions set the Strait of Magellan; discover are boundless. ... They bear forth above. cabin with a • Expertise of local guides who possess authoritative knowledge of Enclosed is a deposit of ______($600 per person) to reserve _____ place(s). CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancella- Representative will provide glaciers and forests; and see wildlife. spectacular the stamp of having thus tions for any reason whatsoever will be subject to a $250 per person Archie Griffin the region and offer personal insight into local culture. Ì Accept my check made payable to AHI International. administrative fee. {Please note that you may choose, at the time of can- you with all of the details view cellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to a future AHI Travel MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS Below: lasted through the ages, and • Flexibility and customization. Free time during the trip allows you Ì Charge my: Ì MasterCard Ì Visa Ì Discover Expires______/______program that will operate in the current calendar year or year following.} President/CEO Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in for- you need to guarantee your Lovely dining there appears no limit to to pursue your own interests. They will also help you tailor your dream SPONSORED BY feiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of • Services of an experienced Travel room The Ohio State University Alumni Association, Inc. Card #______the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the time of trip with add-ons and extensions. departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP transfer. Book your air with their duration through CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE Director throughout your trip. • Safety and security. In a country where you might SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must be submitted in writ- us to ensure assistance in ______ing to AHI International Corporation. For more information contact Amy Stoneking at Ohio State future time.” not know the language or culture, their professional (Signature as it appears on credit card) • Consultation services of a dedicated Please note: Any payment to AHI International constitutes your acceptance of the the case of schedule Alumni Tours at 1-800-852-TOUR (8687), 614-292-2372, or ~ Charles Darwin, staff is on hand to ease your way and get you any Passenger Service Representative help you need. terms and conditions set out herein, including but not limited to the cancellation terms. changes or delays that may [email protected]. English naturalist, program information,program

prior to departure. discounts and pricing. Need pre- or post-trip assistance? 1809-1882, “Voyage of the CST Registration No. 2028271-20. Fla. Seller of Travel impact your air travel plans. Visit our website at: www.ohiostatealumni.org Like us at facebook.com/ahitravel Please call or refer to our JANUARY 25-FEBRUARY 4, 2015 If you are interested in making independent travel arrangements before and/or Reg. No. ST-33300 Iowa Seller of Travel No. 520 • Detailed travel and destination Beagle,” 1839 website for the most current after this program, please contact AHI Travel at 800-323-7373 no later than 60 Ohio Seller of Travel Reg. No. 8889139. information to assist in your planning. Washington State Seller of Travel Reg. No. 601-820-781. Follow us at twitter.com/ahitravel days prior to departure and they will be happy to assist you with your reservations. PARTICIPATING AIRLINES-all IATA and ARC Member A nonrefundable service fee and additional air/land charges based on reservations apply. Carriers ©2014 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) www.ohiostatealumni.org • Complimentary travel wallet. 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) www.ohiostatealumni.org View our webinars at youtube.com/ahitravel NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/depar- Reserve your trip to Patagonia today! ture fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, Send to: Treasures of Patagonia liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under INCLUDED FEATURES Trip #:2-21765W included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. Ohio State Alumni Tours MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to LAND/CRUISE PROGRAM Longaberger Alumni House accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opin- ion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition 2200 Olentangy River Road may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject ACCOMMODATIONS Columbus, OH 43210-1035 only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which January 26-February 3, 2015 Paid corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation AHI Travel Please call Amy Stoneking at Ohio State Alumni Tours at 614-292-2372 ext. 2 or • Two nights in Santiago at the deluxe U.S. Postage those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accom- Std. Presorted 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) with questions regarding this trip or to make a reservation. panied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be InterContinental Santiago. totally responsible for providing all required assistance. Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Full Price Special Savings Special Price Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are • Three nights in Puerto Varas at the issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connect- ing flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which B-Twin (Deck 1 Fwd) $4,645 $250 $4,395* (1) ______case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if deluxe Hotel Patagónico. First Middle Last Date of Birth reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all year A-Twin (Deck 1) $5,345 $250 $5,095* • Three-night cruise aboard Email:______Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independ- Via Australis. MVVIA AUSTRALIS ently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred AA-Twin (Deck 2) $5,545 $250 $5,295* (2) ______as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or air- First Middle Last Date of Birth line schedule(s). MEALS Climb aboard the Via Australis and gain a BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the AAA-Twin (Deck 3) $6,045 $250 $5,795* Top to bottom: Email:______class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure deeper understanding of the world’s spectacular information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier • Enjoy an extensive meal program, Viewing elephant seals without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/over- All cabins are outward facing and feature large picture windows, private bathroom, safe and hair dryer. southernmost region. Trained in conservation and weight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your which includes all meals on board the Friendly musician, Patagonia wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. Street Address ______owner's risk throughout the travel program. ship: eight breakfasts, five lunches and environmental protection, the professional crew Statue of Virgin Mary, San AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS - On occasion, AHI VAT is an additional $395 per person. Cristobal hill, Santiago Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or of the Via Australis will share with you their video images of passengers and trip activities. By participating in this trav- five dinners. Coffee, tea and water are Puerto Varas, Chile City ______el program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and Treasures of you, or obtaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic available with all meals, plus wine with knowledge about the pristine wilderness and Join us as we discover the natural treasures of Chilean Whale watching from zodiac Cover photos (clockwise): and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any do not include air program costs (unless otherwise stated). videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicity and/or train- dinner. waterways, breathtaking fjords and glaciers, boats, Patagonia Exploring Tierra del fuego State______ZIP ______ing activities. Single accommodations are an additional $1,495 (limited availability). Patagonia, as well as dynamic Santiago and the lush, forested RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or Magellanic penguins operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and • Sample authentic regional specialties at and exotic animals and plant life. You’ll also gain Andean Lake District. An unforgettable highlight of this act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, “I grew up in this town, my Huasos, Chile Home: (______)______Cell: (______)______transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities local restaurants. deeper insight into the natural wonders of the are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring adventure is a three-night cruise through Tierra del Fuego on poetry was born between Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any such per- • Attend festive Welcome and Farewell Patagonian region with informative onboard son or entity or any third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI the inviting Via Australis, with modern comforts and a Sharing with______. (Form sent separately.) Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, AHI FLEXAIR Receptions and a Welcome Dinner. the hill and the river, it took Name(s) you would like on your name badge(s): delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, lectures and excursions with the seasoned crew. knowledgeable captain and crew. damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, its voice from the rain, and failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with From the welcoming decor of the reception (1) ______(2) ______any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any substitu- January 25- TRANSPORTATION tion of hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without notice, or Dig deeper into Chilean culture with memorable visits to the like the timber, it steeped for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. Dates, Program Details area to the well-stocked library, relaxing I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: and Tour costs, although given in good faith and based on tariffs, February 4, 2015 • All flights, cruises and deluxe motor exchange rates and other information current at the time of printing, are atmosphere of the Yámana Lounge and museums and an authentic, working Chilean ranch. Explore the itself in the forests.” Cabin category desired: 1st choice______2nd choice______subject to change at or before the time of departure. No revisions of the coach transfers in the Land/Cruise Ì printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the geography of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego as you visit ~ Pablo Neruda, I prefer single accommodations at an additional $1,495 (limited availability). right is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might Program itinerary and baggage handling panoramic deck, you’ll enjoy every corner of Ì I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is become necessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional Our personalized air program expenses will be paid by the individual passenger. Baggage and personal on these transfers are included. this sleek vessel, built in 2005. To round out unspoiled waterfalls, view rugged mountains, sail through Chilean writer and Nobel Prize available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be effects are the sole responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire allows you to select your found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. program is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim other stunning fjords and discover pristine forests and glaciers as than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies your journey, each day brings new culinary in Literature winner, 1904-1973 Land/Cruise and Air Program that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disability that flights, routing, class of YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and Your trip takes delights in the lovely dining room, which explorers did centuries ago. We also make sure you have ample Ì I/we reserve the Land Program and request the Air Program to/from Santiago, accepts the terms of this contract set out herein and in more specific PROGRAM “Of all the parts of South Chile, to depart from: pre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transporta- service and dates of travel you the southern- tion companies concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, showcases sophisticated international cuisine free time for independent exploration. ______omission, or event, during the time passengers are not on board their in consultation with one of most region of (For full details, please refer to the day- America that we visited, Departure City conveyances. The passage contract in use, when issued, shall constitute and delicious regional specialties, accompanied A dedicated travel staff is committed to ensuring your trip the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or South America. by-day itinerary.) Southern Chile stands out to A word about your Tour Operator Ì Please send me in for ma tion on up grad ing my flights. purchaser of this trip. our experienced Passenger by excellent Chilean and Argentine wines. ASSOCIATION DISCLAIMER-Association is not the tour Please see creates many fond memories, and expert guides will lead you on AHI Travel is the premier operator of deluxe travel programs sponsored Please note: Air prices will be sent to you with your Reservation Confirmation operator.Association is not responsible for changes of flight times, fare Service Representatives. • Informative educational programs me as the land where one and air schedule sent at 90 days before departure. International flight arrange- changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or car rental reservations, delays, loss- enlarged regional After a day of strolling seal-studded beaches, fascinating excursions that will give you an in-depth look at by alumni associations. Their experienced, professional staff has offered the es, injuries, inconveniences, cessation of operations, airline or tour oper- presented by local experts to enhance ments can be canceled with no obligation up to 75 days before departure. ator bankruptcies, acts of God, or any other event beyond Association's Airfares will vary, depending map below for drinking in the electric blue of glaciers from would choose to make a highest level of service in innovative travel programs since 1962. control.Association acts only as agent for participants with respect to more details. Chilean culture and history. Land/Cruise Program travel services, and it shall not be responsible for changes of flight times, your insight into the region. home.” fare changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or other reservations, injury, dam- on airline, routing and class a zodiac boat or enjoying exciting excursions, In AHI Travel’s care, you can rely on: Ì I/we reserve this land program and will make my/our own air arrangenments age, loss of baggage, accidents or for the acts or defaults of any person or • All excursions: This is sure to be a popular program, so we encourage you to • An exceptional travel value. It would be impossible for an and transfers entity engaged in conveying participants or in carrying out other arrange- of service. In most cases, retire to your comfortable cabin. Each of the ~ James Bryce, ments of the tour. Further, Association shall not be responsible for losses independent traveler to arrange all these unique experiences, inclusions Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first served or additional expenses of any participants due to sickness, weather, – Explore bustling Santiago. make your reservation today. 64 cabins features its own bathroom with British academic and historian, Ohio State Alumni Tours Longaberger Alumni House 2200 Olentangy River Road Columbus, OH 43210-1035 58 PATAGONA15 basis. Reservations to be paid in full by November 11, 2014 (75 days prior to strike, civil unrest, acts of terrorism, quarantine, acts of God, or other transfers between the airport and services at a comparable price. departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by pay- causes beyond its control.Association shall not be responsible for alter- ation of the itinerary as deemed necessary for carrying out the tour, and – Admire the crystalline Andean Lake shower, modern amenities and a picture window 1838-1922, “South America,” ment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa or the right is reserved to substitute hotels of similar quality. The right is and hotel/cruise ship will • Unique access to local sites. Take advantage of more than 50 years Discover. Make checks payable to AHI International. further reserved to cancel any tour prior to departure; in which case the District overlooking the wilds of Patagonia. Cordially, of travel experience to gain preferred entrance to popular sites and featuring a three-night Tierra Del Fuego cruise entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on be included on arrival and 1912 Alumni, their families and friends may travel on this tour by meeting Ohio State Association's part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or to – Experience life on a Chilean ranch. to uncover the region’s hidden treasures. retain any person as a member of the tour should such person's health, Alumni Tour eligibility requirements. I (we) have read, understand, and accept the actions or general deportment in the opinion of Association impede the departure days. Your “The plains of Patagonia • Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of aboard Via Australis conditions as stated in this brochure. operation of the tour or the rights or welfare of the other participants. No – Cruise Tierra del Fuego; sail through Left: refund will be made for the unused portion of any tour. Passenger Service Comfortable your journey. Signature______Date ______Applicants for participation in this tour accept in full all the conditions set the Strait of Magellan; discover are boundless. ... They bear forth above. cabin with a • Expertise of local guides who possess authoritative knowledge of Enclosed is a deposit of ______($600 per person) to reserve _____ place(s). CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancella- Representative will provide glaciers and forests; and see wildlife. spectacular the stamp of having thus tions for any reason whatsoever will be subject to a $250 per person Archie Griffin the region and offer personal insight into local culture. Ì Accept my check made payable to AHI International. administrative fee. {Please note that you may choose, at the time of can- you with all of the details view cellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to a future AHI Travel MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS Below: lasted through the ages, and • Flexibility and customization. Free time during the trip allows you Ì Charge my: Ì MasterCard Ì Visa Ì Discover Expires______/______program that will operate in the current calendar year or year following.} President/CEO Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in for- you need to guarantee your Lovely dining there appears no limit to to pursue your own interests. They will also help you tailor your dream SPONSORED BY feiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of • Services of an experienced Travel room The Ohio State University Alumni Association, Inc. Card #______the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the time of trip with add-ons and extensions. departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP transfer. Book your air with their duration through CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE Director throughout your trip. • Safety and security. In a country where you might SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must be submitted in writ- us to ensure assistance in ______ing to AHI International Corporation. For more information contact Amy Stoneking at Ohio State future time.” not know the language or culture, their professional (Signature as it appears on credit card) • Consultation services of a dedicated Please note: Any payment to AHI International constitutes your acceptance of the the case of schedule Alumni Tours at 1-800-852-TOUR (8687), 614-292-2372, or ~ Charles Darwin, staff is on hand to ease your way and get you any Passenger Service Representative help you need. terms and conditions set out herein, including but not limited to the cancellation terms. changes or delays that may [email protected]. English naturalist, program information,program

prior to departure. discounts and pricing. Need pre- or post-trip assistance? 1809-1882, “Voyage of the CST Registration No. 2028271-20. Fla. Seller of Travel impact your air travel plans. Visit our website at: www.ohiostatealumni.org Like us at facebook.com/ahitravel Please call or refer to our JANUARY 25-FEBRUARY 4, 2015 If you are interested in making independent travel arrangements before and/or Reg. No. ST-33300 Iowa Seller of Travel No. 520 • Detailed travel and destination Beagle,” 1839 website for the most current after this program, please contact AHI Travel at 800-323-7373 no later than 60 Ohio Seller of Travel Reg. No. 8889139. information to assist in your planning. Washington State Seller of Travel Reg. No. 601-820-781. Follow us at twitter.com/ahitravel days prior to departure and they will be happy to assist you with your reservations. PARTICIPATING AIRLINES-all IATA and ARC Member A nonrefundable service fee and additional air/land charges based on reservations apply. Carriers ©2014 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) www.ohiostatealumni.org • Complimentary travel wallet. 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) www.ohiostatealumni.org View our webinars at youtube.com/ahitravel NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/depar- Reserve your trip to Patagonia today! ture fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, Send to: Treasures of Patagonia liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under INCLUDED FEATURES Trip #:2-21765W included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. Ohio State Alumni Tours MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to LAND/CRUISE PROGRAM Longaberger Alumni House accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opin- ion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition 2200 Olentangy River Road may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject ACCOMMODATIONS Columbus, OH 43210-1035 only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which January 26-February 3, 2015 Paid corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation AHI Travel Please call Amy Stoneking at Ohio State Alumni Tours at 614-292-2372 ext. 2 or • Two nights in Santiago at the deluxe U.S. Postage those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accom- Std. Presorted 1-800-852-TOUR (8687) with questions regarding this trip or to make a reservation. panied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be InterContinental Santiago. totally responsible for providing all required assistance. Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Full Price Special Savings Special Price Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are • Three nights in Puerto Varas at the issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connect- ing flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which B-Twin (Deck 1 Fwd) $4,645 $250 $4,395* (1) ______case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if deluxe Hotel Patagónico. First Middle Last Date of Birth reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all year A-Twin (Deck 1) $5,345 $250 $5,095* • Three-night cruise aboard Email:______Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independ- Via Australis. MVVIA AUSTRALIS ently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred AA-Twin (Deck 2) $5,545 $250 $5,295* (2) ______as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or air- First Middle Last Date of Birth line schedule(s). MEALS Climb aboard the Via Australis and gain a BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the AAA-Twin (Deck 3) $6,045 $250 $5,795* Top to bottom: Email:______class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure deeper understanding of the world’s spectacular information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier • Enjoy an extensive meal program, Viewing elephant seals without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/over- All cabins are outward facing and feature large picture windows, private bathroom, safe and hair dryer. southernmost region. Trained in conservation and weight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your which includes all meals on board the Friendly musician, Patagonia wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. Street Address ______owner's risk throughout the travel program. ship: eight breakfasts, five lunches and environmental protection, the professional crew Statue of Virgin Mary, San AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS - On occasion, AHI VAT is an additional $395 per person. Cristobal hill, Santiago Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or of the Via Australis will share with you their video images of passengers and trip activities. By participating in this trav- five dinners. Coffee, tea and water are Puerto Varas, Chile City ______el program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and Treasures of you, or obtaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic available with all meals, plus wine with knowledge about the pristine wilderness and Join us as we discover the natural treasures of Chilean Whale watching from zodiac Cover photos (clockwise): and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any do not include air program costs (unless otherwise stated). videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicity and/or train- dinner. waterways, breathtaking fjords and glaciers, boats, Patagonia Exploring Tierra del fuego State______ZIP ______ing activities. Single accommodations are an additional $1,495 (limited availability). Patagonia, as well as dynamic Santiago and the lush, forested RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or Magellanic penguins operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and • Sample authentic regional specialties at and exotic animals and plant life. You’ll also gain Andean Lake District. An unforgettable highlight of this act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, “I grew up in this town, my Huasos, Chile Home: (______)______Cell: (______)______transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities local restaurants. deeper insight into the natural wonders of the are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring adventure is a three-night cruise through Tierra del Fuego on poetry was born between Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any such per- • Attend festive Welcome and Farewell Patagonian region with informative onboard son or entity or any third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI the inviting Via Australis, with modern comforts and a Sharing with______. (Form sent separately.) Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, AHI FLEXAIR Receptions and a Welcome Dinner. the hill and the river, it took Name(s) you would like on your name badge(s): delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, lectures and excursions with the seasoned crew. knowledgeable captain and crew. damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, its voice from the rain, and failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with From the welcoming decor of the reception (1) ______(2) ______any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any substitu- January 25- TRANSPORTATION tion of hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without notice, or Dig deeper into Chilean culture with memorable visits to the like the timber, it steeped for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. Dates, Program Details area to the well-stocked library, relaxing I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: and Tour costs, although given in good faith and based on tariffs, February 4, 2015 • All flights, cruises and deluxe motor exchange rates and other information current at the time of printing, are atmosphere of the Yámana Lounge and museums and an authentic, working Chilean ranch. Explore the itself in the forests.” Cabin category desired: 1st choice______2nd choice______subject to change at or before the time of departure. No revisions of the coach transfers in the Land/Cruise Ì printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the geography of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego as you visit ~ Pablo Neruda, I prefer single accommodations at an additional $1,495 (limited availability). right is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might Program itinerary and baggage handling panoramic deck, you’ll enjoy every corner of Ì I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is become necessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional Our personalized air program expenses will be paid by the individual passenger. Baggage and personal on these transfers are included. this sleek vessel, built in 2005. To round out unspoiled waterfalls, view rugged mountains, sail through Chilean writer and Nobel Prize available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be effects are the sole responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire allows you to select your found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. program is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim other stunning fjords and discover pristine forests and glaciers as than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies your journey, each day brings new culinary in Literature winner, 1904-1973 Land/Cruise and Air Program that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disability that flights, routing, class of YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and Your trip takes delights in the lovely dining room, which explorers did centuries ago. We also make sure you have ample Ì I/we reserve the Land Program and request the Air Program to/from Santiago, accepts the terms of this contract set out herein and in more specific PROGRAM “Of all the parts of South Chile, to depart from: pre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transporta- service and dates of travel you the southern- tion companies concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, showcases sophisticated international cuisine free time for independent exploration. ______omission, or event, during the time passengers are not on board their in consultation with one of most region of (For full details, please refer to the day- America that we visited, Departure City conveyances. The passage contract in use, when issued, shall constitute and delicious regional specialties, accompanied A dedicated travel staff is committed to ensuring your trip the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or South America. by-day itinerary.) Southern Chile stands out to A word about your Tour Operator Ì Please send me in for ma tion on up grad ing my flights. purchaser of this trip. our experienced Passenger by excellent Chilean and Argentine wines. ASSOCIATION DISCLAIMER-Association is not the tour Please see creates many fond memories, and expert guides will lead you on AHI Travel is the premier operator of deluxe travel programs sponsored Please note: Air prices will be sent to you with your Reservation Confirmation operator.Association is not responsible for changes of flight times, fare Service Representatives. • Informative educational programs me as the land where one and air schedule sent at 90 days before departure. International flight arrange- changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or car rental reservations, delays, loss- enlarged regional After a day of strolling seal-studded beaches, fascinating excursions that will give you an in-depth look at by alumni associations. Their experienced, professional staff has offered the es, injuries, inconveniences, cessation of operations, airline or tour oper- presented by local experts to enhance ments can be canceled with no obligation up to 75 days before departure. ator bankruptcies, acts of God, or any other event beyond Association's Airfares will vary, depending map below for drinking in the electric blue of glaciers from would choose to make a highest level of service in innovative travel programs since 1962. control.Association acts only as agent for participants with respect to more details. Chilean culture and history. Land/Cruise Program travel services, and it shall not be responsible for changes of flight times, your insight into the region. home.” fare changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or other reservations, injury, dam- on airline, routing and class a zodiac boat or enjoying exciting excursions, In AHI Travel’s care, you can rely on: Ì I/we reserve this land program and will make my/our own air arrangenments age, loss of baggage, accidents or for the acts or defaults of any person or • All excursions: This is sure to be a popular program, so we encourage you to • An exceptional travel value. It would be impossible for an and transfers entity engaged in conveying participants or in carrying out other arrange- of service. In most cases, retire to your comfortable cabin. Each of the ~ James Bryce, ments of the tour. Further, Association shall not be responsible for losses independent traveler to arrange all these unique experiences, inclusions Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first served or additional expenses of any participants due to sickness, weather, – Explore bustling Santiago. make your reservation today. 64 cabins features its own bathroom with British academic and historian, Ohio State Alumni Tours Longaberger Alumni House 2200 Olentangy River Road Columbus, OH 43210-1035 58 PATAGONA15 basis. Reservations to be paid in full by November 11, 2014 (75 days prior to strike, civil unrest, acts of terrorism, quarantine, acts of God, or other transfers between the airport and services at a comparable price. departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by pay- causes beyond its control.Association shall not be responsible for alter- ation of the itinerary as deemed necessary for carrying out the tour, and – Admire the crystalline Andean Lake shower, modern amenities and a picture window 1838-1922, “South America,” ment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa or the right is reserved to substitute hotels of similar quality. The right is and hotel/cruise ship will • Unique access to local sites. Take advantage of more than 50 years Discover. Make checks payable to AHI International. further reserved to cancel any tour prior to departure; in which case the District overlooking the wilds of Patagonia. Cordially, of travel experience to gain preferred entrance to popular sites and featuring a three-night Tierra Del Fuego cruise entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on be included on arrival and 1912 Alumni, their families and friends may travel on this tour by meeting Ohio State Association's part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or to – Experience life on a Chilean ranch. to uncover the region’s hidden treasures. retain any person as a member of the tour should such person's health, Alumni Tour eligibility requirements. I (we) have read, understand, and accept the actions or general deportment in the opinion of Association impede the departure days. Your “The plains of Patagonia • Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of aboard Via Australis conditions as stated in this brochure. operation of the tour or the rights or welfare of the other participants. No – Cruise Tierra del Fuego; sail through Left: refund will be made for the unused portion of any tour. Passenger Service Comfortable your journey. Signature______Date ______Applicants for participation in this tour accept in full all the conditions set the Strait of Magellan; discover are boundless. ... They bear forth above. cabin with a • Expertise of local guides who possess authoritative knowledge of Enclosed is a deposit of ______($600 per person) to reserve _____ place(s). CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancella- Representative will provide glaciers and forests; and see wildlife. spectacular the stamp of having thus tions for any reason whatsoever will be subject to a $250 per person Archie Griffin the region and offer personal insight into local culture. Ì Accept my check made payable to AHI International. administrative fee. {Please note that you may choose, at the time of can- you with all of the details view cellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to a future AHI Travel MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS Below: lasted through the ages, and • Flexibility and customization. Free time during the trip allows you Ì Charge my: Ì MasterCard Ì Visa Ì Discover Expires______/______program that will operate in the current calendar year or year following.} President/CEO Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in for- you need to guarantee your Lovely dining there appears no limit to to pursue your own interests. They will also help you tailor your dream SPONSORED BY feiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of • Services of an experienced Travel room The Ohio State University Alumni Association, Inc. Card #______the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the time of trip with add-ons and extensions. departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP transfer. Book your air with their duration through CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE Director throughout your trip. • Safety and security. In a country where you might SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must be submitted in writ- us to ensure assistance in ______ing to AHI International Corporation. For more information contact Amy Stoneking at Ohio State future time.” not know the language or culture, their professional (Signature as it appears on credit card) • Consultation services of a dedicated Please note: Any payment to AHI International constitutes your acceptance of the the case of schedule Alumni Tours at 1-800-852-TOUR (8687), 614-292-2372, or ~ Charles Darwin, staff is on hand to ease your way and get you any Passenger Service Representative help you need. terms and conditions set out herein, including but not limited to the cancellation terms. changes or delays that may [email protected]. English naturalist, program information,program

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