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HOLLAND & BELGIUM

CRUISE THE WATERWAYS & CANALS OF

from AMSTERDAM to BRUSSELS

All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air transportationcosts (unless otherwise stated) and valid until October 1, 2015. Please contact us for current pricing and infor-mation. Single accommodations are an additional $795 (limited availability).

APRIL 21-29, 2016

Full Price Special Savings Special PriceStarting from Starting from

$2,745 $250 $2,495*

*Special Price valid if booked by 10/1/2015.

VAT is an additional $295 per person.

All cabins have remote-controlled TV & DVD, refrigerator and security safe.

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There is no better way toexperience the beauty,history and culture ofHolland and Belgium thanby cruising their legendary waterways.Travel into the heart ofone of Europe’s most

colorful and fascinating regions with a unique educational program that creatively combines learning, recreation, relaxation and fellowship aboard a stylish and modern vessel, the MS Amadeus Silver. Explore Amsterdam, abeguiling city of canals and contrasts. Step into The Hague and feel thereverberations of political history. Explore Delft, where the great painterVermeer was born, and see the renowned Zeeland Coast. End in Belgium,where you can witness the amazing architecture and art of Bruges and theunrivaled charm of the important port city of Antwerp. Along the way, enjoya customizable journey with a choice of excursions in many ports of call.

INCLUDED FEATURES

Accommodations• Seven nights aboard the first-classMS Amadeus Silver.

Activities and Events• Informative educational programs presented by localexperts will enhance your insightinto the region.

• All excursions as outlined in yourprogram itinerary.

• Personal listening device to hear every word from your expertEnglish-speaking guides.

• Attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner.

• Gather for a Farewell Receptionand Graduation Ceremonyfollowed by a Farewell Dinner.

Extensive Meal Program• Enjoy seven breakfasts, four lunches

and seven dinners; tea or coffee withall meals, plus wine with dinner.

• Take advantage of leisure time to try the local cuisine independently.

MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS• Consultation services of a

dedicated Passenger ServiceRepresentative prior to departure.

• Services of an experienced CampusDirector throughout your stay.

• Tipping of excursion guides and drivers.

• Detailed travel and destination information to assist in planning.

• Complimentary travel wallet.PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Explore the waterways of Holland and Belgium aboard the exclusively chartered MS Amadeus Silver.• Enjoy a series of lectures by local experts to enhance

your experience.• Witness a rainbow of natural beauty in Holland during its renowned tulipseason, the perfect time to explore the area.

• Visit the fascinating Delta Project, a tribute to Holland’s 2,000-year battle against the sea.

• Experience the medieval architecture and unique ambience of Belgium with visits to beautiful Bruges and Antwerp.

• Immerse yourself in the romantic landscape of Delft on a walking tour.• Enjoy flexible CASS excursions, which allow you to choose among

Cultural, Active, Special Interest and Service activities.

HOLLAND & BELGIUMWATERWAYS & CANALS OF

from AMSTERDAM TO BRUSSELS

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DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY ACCOMMODATIONS

Previous page (top to bottom):Keukenhof Gardens

BrugesAmsterdam

DAY 1 ~ IN TRANSITDepart for Amsterdam, Netherlands.AA Provided for AHI FlexAir participants.

DAY 2 ~ AMSTERDAMUpon arrival, transferA to the pier and embark the MS Amadeus Silver. Educational Focus: ContemporaryHolland.Excursion: Canals of Amsterdam.Admire Amsterdam and its 1,500bridges during a cruise through its scenic ring of canals. DAY 3 ~ AMSTERDAMCASS offers a choice of excursions:Excursion: Keukenhof Gardens.Journey through Dutch flower fields tothe renowned Keukenhof Gardens, a70-acre paradise of tulips and otherflowers, complete with Europe’s largestfountain and a 700-tree labyrinth.Excursion: Waterland Ride. Take aguided bike tour of stunning Waterland,which is composed of nine villages.Excursion: Dutch Art. Go inside theRijksmuseum, home to Rembrandt’s“Night Watch” and other treasures.Later, gather for a Welcome Receptionand Dinner.DAY 4 ~ KAMPEN/GIETHOORNExcursion: Giethoorn. Enjoy a boatride through this charming village,located in a nature preserve.Excursion: Kampen. Tour the city,home to one of Holland’s best preserved old towns.Independent Exploration: Spendthe rest of the day at leisure in Kampen.Educational Focus: The DutchMasters.DAY 5 ~ THE HAGUE/DELFTCASS offers a choice of excursions:Excursion: Historic Cities of TheHague and Delft. In The Hague, homeof the royal residence and world-classmuseums, visit the Mauritshuis, whichhouses some of Rembrandt andJohannes Vermeer’s finest works.Continue to Delft to explore MarketSquare and admire the sights of OldDelft. Excursion: Delft by Bike. Ride abike through the beautiful surroundingsof Delft.Excursion: Delft’s Canals.Cruise onsome of the town’s picturesque canals.

DAY 6 ~ ZEELAND COAST/NEELTJE JANS ISLAND/VEERECruise from Willemstad to Veere. Educational Focus and Excursion:Holland’s Battle against the Sea.Travel along the Zeeland coast to theartificial island of Neeltje Jans andlearn about the Delta Works, a series ofmassive dams and storm surge barriersconceived after the 1953 North Seaflood. These 65 enormous gates can beslammed shut when powerful stormsstrike — making them an engineeringmasterpiece that protects the third ofHolland’s landmass that sits below sea level.Independent Exploration: The restof your day is at leisure in Veere. DAY 7 ~ MIDDELBURG/BRUGES/ANTWERPExcursion: Bruges. Visit Bruges, aromantic city laced with picturesquecanals. Stroll along winding cobbledlanes and across tiny bridges. See thecolorful shops and cafés of the Marktand Burg Central Square. Independent Exploration: Spendthe rest of the day at leisure. DAY 8 ~ ANTWERPEducational Focus: ContemporaryBelgium.In Antwerp, CASS offers a choice ofexcursions:Excursion: Antwerp. Stroll throughintimate Antwerp, one of Europe’s leading art centers and the School ofthe Southern Netherlands. See a wealthof Gothic and Flemish architecture. Excursion: Red Star Line Museum:Visit the Red Star Line Museum, a highlight for genealogy enthusiasts.Excursion: Rubenshuis: Tour thehome of painter Peter Paul Rubens.This evening, gather for a GraduationCeremony and a Farewell Receptionfollowed by a Farewell Dinner.DAY 9 ~ IN TRANSITTransfer to the Brussels airport for thereturn to your gateway city.A

NOTE: The information presented is preliminary.Itineraries, included features and schedules aresubject to change. Some events on this programinvolve an element of walking.

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MS AMADEUS SILVERThe state-of-the-art MS Amadeus Silverdebuted in 2013 as a flagship of theinnovative Lüftner cruise line. This stylishship, named Kreuzfahrt Guide’s 2013River Boat of the Year, offers the utmostin service, safety and comfort. Step intothe elegant reception area and immerseyourself in an ambience reminiscent of ahigh-end hotel. Relax on the sun deck,challenge a friend to a game of chess or shuffleboard, browse in the boutiqueor connect with family at the Internetstation. Practice your golf game on theputting green, exercise in the fitnessroom or treat yourself to a soothing mas-sage. Savor international cuisine at therestaurant’s delicious breakfast and lunchbuffets, and enjoy regional specialtiesserved with wine at dinner. At the end ofeach day, return to the comforts of yourcabin, appointed in bright, modern décorand featuring a river view, a satellite TVand a bathroom with a shower.

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Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitationthose who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who is fitand able to assist them, and who will be totally responsible for providing all required assistance.AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Travel is based on AdvancePurchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may belevied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which casepenalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or canceledafter ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, allyear Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATERTHAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservationsindependently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of pro-gram cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airline schedule(s).BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the class of service flown.Details will be provided with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are subject tochange by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/overweightpieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe accordingly. Transport ofbaggage and personal effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS-On occasion, AHI Travel obtains, from its staff,or from trip participants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip activities. By participat-ing in this travel program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to you, or obtain-ing additional approvals from you, to include photographic and video recordings of you, as well asvoice recordings included with any videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicityand/or training activities.RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or operate any entity whichprovides goods or services for this program, and act only as agents for the independent suppliers oftravel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities areindependent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not liable for anynegligence or willful act of any such person or entity or any third person. In addition and without limi-tation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, delayed depar-ture or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury to person or property oraccident, mechanical defect, failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection withany accommodations, transportation or other services or for any substitution of hotels or of commoncarrier equipment, with or without notice, or for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. Dates,Program Details and Tour costs, although given in good faith and based on tariffs, exchange rates andother information current at the time of printing, are subject to change at or before the time ofdeparture. 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