BAVARIA & AUSTRIAN HIGHLIGHTS Avalon’s VISTA Munich, Germany to Vienna, Austria - Cruising the Danube on the Danube September 26-October 5, 2015

LUXURY RIVER CRUISE aboard Avalon’s “Vista”- featuring the famous “Blue Danube. “ On this marvelous cruise, visit Austria’s capital, Vienna, and be delighted by its charming small towns—like Melk, Dürnstein, and Grein—before heading into Germany’s Bavaria. Enjoy Vienna with its spectacular museums, awe-inspiring St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and delightful music. In Dürnstein, explore the small town nestled below the ruins of the castle where King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1192. Visit magnificent Melk Abbey, and Grein’s quaint historical theater. In Germany, experience the Bavarian capital of Munich, the charming town of Oberammergau, and the fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein. All of this and more await you on this wonderful Danube cruise through Austria and Bavaria - the trip of a lifetime!

Join Us On This Special Experience! Welcome to Munich – home for the next 3 nights! The rest of the day is free to start exploring. Your personal host will This outstanding travel experience has been selected as have suggestions of things to do and see as you begin your one of our FEATURE personally escorted travel experiences for Bavarian and Austrian experiences. 2015. Invite your friends and join us as together we share the Day 3 Munich good times, food and drink that are all part of this cruise. Munich, capital of Bavaria, offers a small-town feel with its Special benefits, perks and pricing are in place for persons pedestrian- and bike-friendly atmosphere. With its historical affiliated with Fort Hays State University, including your entire museums, splendid English Garden, traditional cafés, and travel party, even if they have no FHSU connection. In addition, delightful shops, Munich has plenty to see and do. A LOCAL your Alumni Association benefits, GUIDE will show you the highlights of this fascinating city, Important: Unlike other programs that require numerous including Nymphenburg Palace, summer residence of the additional expenses in order to have a complete experience, Bavarian monarchs; MARIENPLATZ with its Old and New our FEATURE tours done in cooperation with Please Go Town Halls; and the gothic Frauenkirche, a prominent Away™ Vacations always feature “all inclusive” pricing. landmark for Munich. Then, enjoy time on your own in this Everything mentioned in this brochure is already included in the vibrant city. Watch the famous Glockenspiel, recreating a one price you pay before departure. This even extends to royal wedding from the 16th century; enjoy the pedestrian roundtrip air transportation, travel protection insurance and all zone; linger at an outdoor café; or visit St. Peter’s, the oldest the included sightseeing and bonus experiences described in church in town. Why not visit the Viktualienmarkt with its this brochure. Comparison will reveal the outstanding quality Maypole that carries figurines featuring the arts and crafts of that is present. There are no hidden or surprise charges. In addition, there is an exclusive 100% RESERVATION DEPOSIT this region? This large market is popular for fresh produce, REFUND GUARANTEE that allows you to act quickly to secure meats, cheeses, spices, baked goods, flowers, and more. the desired accommodations, but allows you to cancel “for any Or, maybe relax alongside the locals at one of the reason” until the date shown in the brochure. After that date Biergarten or breweries to sample Bavarian beer specialties. you are still protected by the already included in the price travel Special FHSU/Please Go Away™ Vacations Bonus: The protection insurance. dates of this experience have been selected to coincide Spaces are limited - ask questions today (you will always with the world’s most famous Oktoberfest. Join your be promptly served by a live person) and then reserve your personal host for an “Oktoberfest preferred accommodations at this time. Adventure.” (Breakfast) Day 4 Munich-Excursion to Neuschwanstein & FORT HAYS STATE UNIVERSITY Oberammergau ALUMNI ASSOCIATION This morning, a full-day outing takes you into the garden-like landscapes of the Bavarian Alps and for a visit to King Day-By-Day Itinerary Ludwig’s fairytale NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE, situated high above the village of Hohenschwangau. Continue to Day 1 Depart United States Oberammergau, famous for its once-a-decade production of Depart from your selected airport and fly overnight for an the Passion Play. Enjoy free time in this small town to stroll early morning arrival in Munich, Germany. Day 2 Arrive in along the streets and admire the typical Bavarian houses, Munich, Germany many beautifully painted with scenes from fairytales. (Breakfast)

Quality river cruising - like what you will enjoy aboard Avalon Waterways VISTA River Cruiser featured in this value filled cruise experience - Is the fastest growing segment of the world’s dynamic cruise industry! 10 Day 5 Munich–Passau (Embarkation) Music” and the place that inspired the creative genius of Enjoy a free morning in Munich, then, in the afternoon, drive Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. Once the center of the to Passau, ideally located at the confluence of the Rivers mighty Habsburg Empire, Austria’s magical capital on the Inn, Ilz, and Danube. Special FHSU/Please Go Away™ blue Danube is a showcase of gilded architecture. This is Vacations Bonus: Today enjoy the Austrian Alps as home to the lavish Hofburg Imperial Palace complex with its they form beautiful backdrops for breathtaking scenery Vienna Boy’s Choir and dazzling Lipizzaner stallions; the as you travel by motorcoach to Salzburg, birthplace of neo-renaissance Vienna Opera House; and awe-inspiring Mosart and the setting for the Sound of Music Movie. St. Stephen’s Cathedral—plus, countless other sights you’ll You will arrive in Passau with embarkation on your waiting see on your GUIDED SIGHTSEEING TOUR. Stroll through Avalon cruise ship. Meet your crew at a welcome reception the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse, and be sure to take a break this evening. (Breakfast, Dinner) and enjoy a piece of decadent Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in Day 6 Passau–Linz, Austria a neighborhood café. Special FHSU/Please Go Away™ Passau is a maze of narrow cobblestone streets lined with Vacations Bonus: Enjoy preferred seating for a beautiful patrician houses. St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a Viennese Royal Waltz Concert in one of Vienna’s masterpiece of Italian baroque architecture, houses one of famous concert halls. Certain to be featured are the the world’s largest church organs with 17,774 pipes. Join “Blue Danube Waltz” and the “Redeszky” March. your Local Guide for a WALKING TOUR through this (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) charming town, and find out much more about the “City of Day 10 Vienna (Disembarkation) Three Rivers.” (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast) Day 7 Linz–Grein Linz is Austria’s third-largest city and an important river port Avalon’s VISTA River Cruiser where culture plays a significant role in everyday life. This morning is free to do as you like. Simply relax on board, Here are some of the features and amenities you'll choose from a variety of optional excursions, or explore Linz experience on board our Avalon ships. There are many on your own. See the 13th-century Hauptplatz, Austria’s others. largest medieval square, and the Trinity Column, built in 1723 as thanks for the city escaping the ravages of the  Panoramic windows throughout. plague, war, and fire. Perhaps wander around the old castle  Elegant, contemporary design. grounds and take in the beautiful views of the river, or visit  Included excursions with Certified Local Guide. the neo-gothic New Cathedral, Austria’s largest church, with  Headsets for shore excursions. capacity for 20,000 visitors. Once you depart for Grein  Complimentary Wi-Fi access. around Noon, enjoy the views of the peaceful riverscapes  Personalized room options & excursions. from the comfort of the Sky Deck. In the late afternoon,  Premium coffees, cappuccinos & lattes. arrive in the attractive country resort of Grein, nestled at the  24-hour self-serve beverage station. foot of a bluff in the shadow of its castle. Take an included  Lounge bar serving premium spirits. GUIDED WALK through town and visit its unique historical  Maintain your routine in the fitness center. THEATER, the oldest in Austria still holding regular  Comfort Collection BedsSM. performances. A behind-the-scenes peek to learn about  Premium L'Occitane bath amenities. some of the curiosities of this rococo-style, 167-seat theater  Daily early- and late-riser breakfast. will certainly tell you much about life as it was—and as it  Full buffet breakfast with sparkling wine. now is in this small town. The turreted houses on the main  Complimentary juices with breakfast. square make excellent photo subjects. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)  Made-to-order egg station at breakfast. Day 8 Melk–Krems  Complimentary soft drinks with lunch. A day of charming towns and magical scenery awaits you  Al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro. today! In Melk, you may choose between a GUIDED VISIT  Chef-inspired regional recipes. of the magnificent 11th-century BENEDICTINE ABBEY, one  Four-course dinners with open seating. of Europe’s largest monasteries, or renaissance  Nightly choice of appetizers, entrées, desserts or SCHALLABURG CASTLE. Melk’s abbey towers over the cheese. town and its church houses stunning frescoed ceilings and  Complimentary regional wines at dinner. an ornate library with a large collection of medieval  Free soft drinks or beer with dinner. manuscripts. Schallaburg Castle was built as a defensive  Night Fare served at 10:30 pm. stronghold 900 years ago, but was later redesigned as a  Remarkable service. magnificent princely home. Next, head into the heart of the  English-speaking crew. Wachau wine region passing the magnificent baroque  Non-smoking interior. Stiftskirche with its blue façade, the landmark of Dürnstein,  Large bathrooms - showers w/ glass doors. before arriving in Krems. Join your LOCAL GUIDE to learn  Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels. more about this town that’s situated on the eastern end of  Spacious 3-door closets for ample storage. the Wachau Valley. Alternatively, you may prefer to join a  Light dinners and wines in the Panorama Bistro on WINE EXPERIENCE to learn firsthand how wine is so much Suite Ships®. more than just a drink. Wine is life, culture, inspiration, and  And, much more the result of a lot of hard work. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 9 Vienna Wake up this morning in Vienna, known as the “City of Why Avalon River Cruises: Special Bonuses & Important Info

Below are just a few of the considerations that went into the This is a dream travel experience. Every person reserving with selection process. Please Go Away™ Vacations will receive the following special bonuses to make the experience even more memorable.  Avalon, a member of the financially stable Globus Compare, you won’t find the same bonus-laden experience Family of Travel Brands, has taken their 85-plus anywhere else. For example, a number of bonus sightseeing experiences have been added for Please Go Away™ Vacations years of travel expertise to design the very best clients. Compare! river cruise experience. Inspired by individuals like you they have taken everything special about river  100% RESERVATION DEPOSIT REFUND cruising and made it even better. GUARANTEE (cancel for any reason - see below) an  Avalon’s impressive fleet averages just two years in exclusive Please Go Away™ benefit. age - compared to an industry average of seven  “Bonus Included Events for our group” - see indicated years. By regularly adding new vessels built for bonuses in bold print in daily itinerary. today’s traveler, Avalon has been able to  “Memory Photo DVD” of your river adventure filled with consistently offer the most inspired designs, candid photos of members and sights taken while on innovative technologies and key features and tour. services through the entire fleet.  Included Travel Insured International group travel  You never miss out on any passing scenery insurance protection. because each ship has been designed with a view  Camaraderie, safety, and security of traveling at every turn. From elegant dining rooms and throughout the entire journey with a group of travelers lounges to the state-of-the-art fitness center, Avalon with common interests. ships are designed to frame every single riverbank,  Online pre-departure party to review tour vineyard, medieval castle, and quaint village. Even documentation, answer all your questions and provide in the privacy of your deluxe stateroom or suite, information and actual examples of what to wear and you’ll enjoy a floating room with a view. Panoramic buy . windows are featured in all public areas and full  Special “bue Danube Party while on cruise, just for floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors in 85% of the Please those travelers reserving with Please Go deluxe staterooms - a claim no other river cruise Away™ Vacations. operator can make.  You will have a Please Go Away™ Vacations  Unlike ocean cruising, practically everything representative as you personal host throughout the (including sightseeing) is included in the one price entire travel experience. In addition, professional you pay before departure. local guides will be featured for all sightseeing providing necessary in depth knowledge.  Avalon ships are built with comfort in mind - even with elevators. Avalon provides the most space and largest staterooms of any river cruise ship  Each stateroom is a spacious refuge of inviting A Special OKTOBERFEST Bonus home-away-from-home features. You will delight in OKTOBERFEST is the large private bathroom featuring full shower with the world's largest fair glass door (no shower curtains anywhere); deluxe and one of the best beds with premium mattress covers, Egyptian super festivals, as well. -combed cotton lines, European-style duvets, and a Every year, over 6 choice of soft or firm pillows; and ample closet million visitors from all space. over the world go to  Ultimately, you receive more value for your money. Munich to drink beer, eat sausage and join Where You Will Be together in song.

OKTOBERFEST is famous for its huge beers in heavy steins, but there is more; link arms with locals, swing to the Oompha of Bavarian bands, admire traditional costumes, and get a good helping of German hospitality. Munich's OKTOBERFEST began life as a wedding for the Bavarian crown prince Ludwig to princess Therese from Saxony-Hildburghausen on October 12, 1810. Today, traditional days of OKTOBERFEST are the end of September and first of October. The dates of this experience have been selected to allow our group to be in Munich during OKTOBERFEST.

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 Meals, sightseeing, accommodations and Special Bonuses (as outlined in the accompanying itinerary) are included in the price shown; as are foreign airport transfers, taxes and gratuities on included items (your personal Please Go Away™ Vacations host “will not” accept gratuities), luggage handling for one large suitcase per person while on ground in Europe, air taxes and fees, etc.  Roundtrip air on regularly scheduled flights from Wichita is also included in the price shown. Air pricing can also be calculated from any North American departure city, with any resulting adjustment necessary from that which is reflected in the price shown accruing to the individual traveler. The identity of specific carrier(s) used, which may include a code-share flight, will be assigned and disclosed at a later date, when known. Also, if a traveler has air miles that are compatible with the program contemplated by this brochure, as determined by the airline issuing the miles, and if efforts by traveler to use are successful, price will be adjusted accordingly.  Price shown on this brochure reflects included air for 16 or more persons traveling on the same flight schedule and dates.  Not included are items not specifically shown as included in the itinerary, purchases and activities of a personal nature, taxes and gratuities on meals and purchases others than those included in the itinerary, gratuities to bus driver(s) and local guides and charges that may be imposed by airlines for the handling of suitcases.  Any price shown on this brochure is subject to change until paid in full, but changes are not anticipated.  Final Payment: tour members will be invoiced to pay final balance due on or before full payment due date of May 25, 2015  RESERVATION DEPOSIT: $1,250.00 per person.  A 100% RESERVATION DEPOSIT REFUND GUARANTEE will be in place until September 25, 2014. Until this date cancellations “for any reason” will receive a 100% cash refund of monies paid. This date will also be shown on reservation confirming invoice or any subsequent invoices. However, cancellations occurring after this date are subject to the following cancellation assessment terms determined by Avalon River Cruises, the company operating this tour, and applicable airlines. They are: from date immediately following the 100% RESERVATION DEPOSIT REFUND GUARANTEE date through January 25, 2015 - $250 plus any imposed air penalties; January 26, 2015 through March 25, 2015 - $1,200 plus any imposed air penalties; March 26, 2015 through May 25, 2015 -50% of tour cost plus any imposed air penalties; May 26, 2015 through completion of tour - 100% of unused portion of tour costs plus any applicable penalties imposed by airlines.  Reserve now and “lock in” your spaces on this intentionally-limited size group departure. You will be protected by our exclusive 100% RESERVATION DEPOSIT REFUND GUARANTEE, which allows you to cancel “for any reason” and receive a full refund of your deposit up until “guarantee date” of September 25, 2014. After that date you are protected by the “already provided” Travel Insured International group travel protection insurance, which protects cancellations “for covered reasons”. This provided insurance provides additional protection and extends throughout the duration of your travel experience. Travel insurance premiums are earned and not refunded. Fuel and other surcharges; as well as departure/arrival taxes may apply.  Tour members will be invoiced to pay final balance due on or before full payment due date of May 25, 2015. “Full payment due date” will also be shown on reservation confirming invoice or any subsequent invoices. Passports will be required. Although we will assist in obtaining, the responsibility and costs of doing so are those of the traveler.  As is true with all of the world’s waterways, on rare occasions water conditions may prevent the operation of the travel experience for some or all of the itinerary. Should this occur, Avalon River Cruises and Globus retain the right to operate the entire itinerary, or portion of the itinerary, on motor coaches or other means of conveyance.

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Cost of this special travel experience includes everything shown as being included in this brochure. A very limited number of single occupancy accommodations may be available with a single supplement surcharge. Triple accommodations “may” be available at a per person reduced amount. Reserve early for best selections and best availability. IMPORTANT: This travel experience is offered in cooperation with FORT HAYS STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION & Cheyenne Travel/Please Go Away™ Vacations in concert with AVALON RIVER CRUISES, a member of the GLOBUS FAMILY OF BRANDS, who reserves the right, although none are anticipated, to make changes in the itinerary should they become necessary in their sole opinion. All persons reserving will be provided with a confirmation packet and a disclaimer and limitation of liability form. Should you desire not to proceed with your reservation it will be necessary for you to sign and return the disclaimer form indicating your decision within 3 days of reserving. If you do, an immediate refund to you of your reservation deposit will be processed. Should any person not return the disclaimer it will be understood that all persons covered by your reservation understand and agree with its contents. Upon request a copy of the disclaimer is available for viewing prior to making reservations.

A Passport Book - not Passport Card - with 6 months validity following last date of travel on this tour, is required. Available spaces for this popular itinerary are limited. Reserve now to assure your spaces and be protected by the provisions of the 100% RESERVATION DEPOSIT REFUND GUARANTEE until September 25, 2014.