NO SINGLE LLAANNDD & & SUPPLEMENT for Solo Travelers RIVER JO URNEY

Grand Passage Sofia to Prague Inspiring Moments >Witness ’s glowing, amber skyline during an evening sail on the Danube. > INCLUDED FEATURES Gaze at the scenic wonder of Iron Gate Gorge, an engineering marvel. > ACCOMMODATIONS ITINERARY Discover the history and grandeur of (With baggage handling.) Day 1 Depart gateway city A timeless . – Two nights in , , at the Day 2 Arrive in Sofia >Delight in the beguiling, relaxed deluxe Sofia Hotel Balkan. Day 3 Sofia ambience of ’s old town. – Nine nights aboard the exclusively Day 4 Sofia | Vidin | Embark ship > chartered, first-class MS Amadeus Day 5 Drobeta Turnu Severin | Applaud the graceful turns and flowing Star. Iron Gate Gorge movements of elegant waltz dancers – Three nights in Prague, Czech Day 6 during an exclusive performance. Republic, at the deluxe Art Deco Day 7 Osijek | >Sip full-bodied, fragrant vintages Imperial Hotel. Day 8 Budapest during a wine tasting in Pécs. Day 9 Bratislava TRANSFERS Day 10 Vienna >Marvel at the lush, storybook – All deluxe motor coach transfers Day 11 Dürnstein | Wachau Valley | landscape of the Wachau Valley. in the Land/Cruise Program and Day 12 > baggage handling. Savor a moment of quiet thought in Day 13 Disembark ship | Prague the marbled halls of Melk . EXTENSIVE MEAL PROGRAM Day 14 Prague – Fourteen breakfasts, nine lunches and Day 15 Prague >Experience five UNESCO World 10 dinners, including Welcome and Day 16 Depart for gateway city A Heritage sites. A Farewell Dinners; tea or coffee with all Flights and transfers included for AHI FlexAir participants. meals, plus wine, beer or soft drinks Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. with lunch and dinner . Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces may be uneven or unpaved. YOUR ONE+OF+A+KIND JOURNEY – Visit nine countries during this exciting program. – Discovery excursions, including a choice of PERSONALIZE YOUR CRUISE options, highlight the local Charles Bridge, Prague culture, heritage and history. – Expert-led Enrichment programs enhance your insight into the region. – Welcome and Farewell Receptions to mingle with fellow travelers. – Clearly hear your English-speaking guide with your own VOX headset. – Tipping of guides and drivers. – Complimentary travel mementos. 844-414-0369 http://illinoisalumni.org/explorers GRAND DANUBE PASSAGE ~ Sofia to Prague

DISCOVERY ENRICHMENT Sofia. Discover Sofia’s landmarks, Budapest Prologue to the Bulgarian ancient ruins and inspiring architecture. Highlights of Budapest | Living Local Revolution. Learn about the events See the ruins of Serdica, marvel at St. Jewish Interest Tour that led to the Bulgarian Revival. George Rotunda and much more. Bratislava Modern . Get an in-depth look Lunch with a View. Dine at The Rocks Old Town & Cafe | Old Town & Music | at life in this former Yugoslavian state. restaurant, nestled in a stunning vista Iron Curtain Bike Tour The Velvet Revolution. Learn how this with views of the Rocks. Vienna event led to the end of communism. Ancient Vidin. In Vidin, one of Imperial Vienna | Klosterneuburg Timeless Vienna. Discover the history Bulgaria’s oldest towns, see the Osman & Wine | Schönbrunn of Vienna, an elegant and timeless city. Pazvantoglu Library and Mosque, the St. Palace Panthaleimon Church and the medieval Dürnstein Fortress. Dürnstein Walking Tour | Cycling the Osijek & Vukovar. Experience ’s Danube | Wachau Winery Slavonia region. Learn about traditions, Prague taste delicacies and visit Osijek and Lobkowicz Palace & Museum | Vukovar, cities with impressive history Prague’s Jewish Quarter | Art Nouveau and lingering remnants from the war. & Cubist Walking Tour Biking along the Danube Folklore Show. Enjoy an engaging and lively folklore performance on the ship. UNESCO World Heritage Belgrade’s Highlights. Admire alluring sights. Marvel at the ornate Orthodox 1. Budapest, including the Banks of the cathedral and the resplendent St. . Danube, the Buda Quarter and Andrássy Avenue Pécs. Enjoy a walking tour of Pécs. see 2. Historic Center of Vienna the city’s sensational Ottoman mosques and Roman ruins, and taste a selection 3. Wachau Cultural Landscape of regional wines. 4. Jewish Quarter and Historic Center of Budapest Budapest by Night. Delight in Prague captivating panoramas of illuminated 5. Palace and Gardens of Schönbrunn Budapest as you sail the city at night. AHI Travel Expertise The Waltz. Be immersed in an evening Passenger Service Representative | of Viennese Waltz as professional Helps with everything from arranging Let us arrange your flights! dancers perform. Try the steps yourself! flights to fulfilling special requests. A AHI FlexAir | Our personalized air . Explore the architecture Travel Director | Manages all details to program offers incredible advantages: and interior of Melk’s Benedictine abbey. ensure a memorable trip . – price guarantee The building dates from 1736, and its – arrival and departure transfers terrace offers stunning Danube vistas. Travel information | Prepares you fully for your journey. – flexibility to change or cancel Frühschoppen. All hands on deck for a German, mid-morning tradition. Eat, Expert local guides | Provide friendly, – assistance with changes or delays drink and be merry as you enjoy beer knowledgeable service. – flight insurance with pretzels, sausages and mustards. Lecturers | Share their knowledge of Picturesque Passau. See the Veste and passion for their country. Oberhaus, Niedernburg Abbey, Rathaus, PRICE St. Stephen’s Cathedral and much more. October 16-31, 2019 Prague Old Town & Charles Bridge. ACCOMMODATIONS Visit the famous Old Town Horloge Sofia Hotel Balkan | Sofia From Price $5,245 (Clock Tower), whose 15th-century http://bit.ly/sofiabalkan astronomical clock still works on its original system of construction. Then MS Amadeus Star Special Savings $250 stroll along the Charles Bridge. Special From Price $4,995 Choose from a selection of Art Deco Imperial Hotel | VAT & Port charges are an additional $395 per person. PERSONALIZE YOUR CRUISE Prague All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on excursions in these cities: http://bit.ly/artdecoimperial double occupancy and do not include air transportation costs (unless otherwise stated). Belgrade Belgrade City Highlights | Belgrade: Eating Like a Local | Science & The information in this flier is correct Single supplement waived for solo travelers! This Scientist Tour at the time of printing. Please visit offer is limited, capacity-controlled and tends to sell out our website to ensure that you quickly. receive the most current information. 2019