PCC Community Education Travel presents… Switzerland: Hidden Trails & Majestic Peaks September 20 – 29, 2019 For more information contact CED Travel Portland Community College (971) 722-5303 [email protected] Small Group Travel rewards travelers with new perspectives. With just 12-24 passengers, these are the personal adventures that today's cultural explorers dream of. 10 Days ● 12 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners Per Person Rates*: Double $5,749 Single $6,749 Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Portland Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $315 per person * All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. Once deposited, you have 7 days to send us written consumer consent or withdraw consent and receive a full refund. (See registration form for consent.) Immersive Small Group Touring: Smaller groups lead to bigger experiences. Explorations gives travelers access to the world in a new way, venturing off the beaten path for more adventure and immersive cultural connections. The small group size opens the door to magnificent sights, unique accommodations and exclusive culinary events. Your senses come alive as you capture the true essence of each destination. 872947 Immerse Yourself Must-See Inclusions Culinary Inclusions Discover Neuchatel’s Visit the charming village Savor lunch at a family- historic quarter and the of Zermatt and marvel at owned restaurant in treasures of the Belle views of the Matterhorn. Lavaux. Époque period. Enjoy a wine tasting at a Bring out the kid in you Explore the vineyards of UNESCO World Heritage during a chocolate Swiss wine country on site. workshop. foot. Soak in the best views of Indulge your culinary Use your Swiss Travel the Alps and the Swiss senses inside Pass as an all-access Riviera. Neuchatel’s historic entrée to museums and Collégiale. more. Highlights: Swiss Travel Pass, Neuchatel, Chateau d’Auvenier, Bern, Zermatt, Vevey, Chocolate Workshop, Lake Geneva, Lavaux’s Terraced Vineyards , Choice on Tour, Wine Tastings Day 1: Friday, September 20, 2019 Day 2: Saturday, September 21, 2019 Overnight Flight You’re on your way Neuchatel, Switzerland - Tour Begins to a world wedged between Germany, Willkkommen! Bienvenue! Board a Austria, France and Italy -- the Swiss Rail train to Neuchatel, where country of four languages that’s one Gothic landmarks and sandstone of the most heralded destinations in grandeur beckon you to discover the Europe. Your journey through abounding history of this medieval Switzerland will be entirely by train, waterfront city. A reception of offering an up close and personal cocktails and canapes welcomes you rendezvous with the best the country to the first stop on your tour: the has to offer, from the Alps to the centuries-old cloister of the historic villages of the Swiss Riviera. Collégiale*, a church and chateau Get ready to experience the culture, perched atop Neuchatel’s highest history and lifestyle of Switzerland point. Retire this evening in your firsthand. lakefront room with incredible views of Lake Neuchatel. Day 3: Sunday, September 22, 2019 unwind over dinner at a local brasserie Neuchatel - Auvenier - Neuchatel and sample local favorites such as Good morning, Neuchatel a la Belle boeuf tartare and fromage. (B, D) Époque! Set out on a walking tour and Day 5: Tuesday, September 24, 2019 discover the treasures of Neuchatel’s Neuchatel - Bern - Zermatt From historic quarter with its unique Neuchatel we travel via train to Bern, architecture and structures from the the Swiss capital city. Enjoy time at Belle Époque period. Next, it’s on to leisure to discover Bern’s enthralling the village of Auvenier and Caves du blend of influences - old and new. Chateau d’Auvenier, a centuries-old Then it’s on to the striking resort vineyard that has remained in the village of Zermatt, nestled against the same family for fourteen generations. backdrop of the Matterhorn. (B, D) A tour of the chateau’s cellars demands a tasting of their everlasting Day 6: Wednesday, September 25, vintages and a chance to learn how 2019 Zermatt Zermatt’s modern nature, soil and tradition converge to holiday amenities steeped in create a vintage’s character and flavor. traditional Alpine roots make this (B) pedestrian city a truly peak experience. Today is yours to explore Day 4: Monday, September 23, 2019 all this village has to offer. Consider Neuchatel Enjoy a day of leisure in using your Swiss Travel Pass to Neuchatel. You may use your Swiss ascend the Gornergrat Railway to take Travel Pass to explore the surrounding in breathtaking views of the famed areas or gain admission to museums. Matterhorn. (B) Or, just relax and stroll this charming place. Perhaps you will choose to join Day 7: Thursday, September 26, 2019 your guide for an optional e-biking Zermatt - Vevey Say goodbye to excursion on Switzerland’s Absinthe Zermatt and head to the north shore of Trail to Maison de l’Absinthe to learn Lake Geneva to Vevey, one of the the history of production and enjoy a “Pearls of the Swiss Riviera,” with private tasting and cooking awe-inspiring views of the Alpine experience. This evening we gather to panorama. While the city’s Please fill out and return TOUR: Switzerland: Hidden Trails & Majestic Peaks DEPARTURE DATE: Sep 20, 2019 GROUP NAME: Portland Community College BOOKING NUMBER: 872947 AVAILABLE PREPAID OPTIONS Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your individual experience. Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options. Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure. Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult. PASSENGERS NAME: (Please submit a separate form for each passenger) Salutation:____ First:___________________ Middle:_________________ Last:______________________ Suffix:____ Nickname:_____________ (Mr., Mrs., Rev.) ( Please print EXACTLY as it appears on Passport) (Jr., Sr.) Price Per Person Option (USD) Biking the Absinthe Trail 99.00 Please make checks payable to Collette and send to: Portland Community College PO Box 19000 Portland, OR 97280-0990 Fax: (503) 731-6623 TRAVEL DATE: 9/20/2019 TERRITORY: WE RES#: 872947 Switzerland: Hidden Trails & Majestic Peaks For Reservations Contact: CED Travel (971) 722-5303 email: [email protected] Portland Community College, PO Box 19000, Portland, OR 97280-0990 A deposit of $500 per person is due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. 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(There is coverage under Part B which includes a single supplement benefit of $1,000 for certain covered reasons. See Part B for details.) ON TOUR ACTIVITIES: Please choose one of the following on tour activities Please Choose One: ( ) Walking the Vineyards of Lavaux & St.Saphorin ( ) Return to Vevey for Leisure Time PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Collette ( ) Check ( ) Credit Card Waiver/Insurance Amount: $___________________ Deposit Amount: $___________________ Total amount enclosed: $___________________ Cardholder Name (if paying by Credit Card): Cardholder Billing Address: Check if address is the same as above Cardholder Phone: Amount: $ Credit Card Number: ________________ Expiration Date: ____ M MYY SIGNATURE REQUIRED for acceptance of the below conditions and agreement to credit card use: Date: I agree to pay according to the card issuer agreement.