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1 MAY 4-11, DAYS 15 MEALS CURIOUS Travel of Salem The Hermitage: Home of President Andrew Jackson, Nashville, TN Visit Andrew Jackson s Hermitage Blue Ridge Country & Biltmore Estate An Appalachian Adventure Featuring the Great Smokies Verdant mountain rainforests, scenic byways, rolling horse country and majestic gardens this round-trip journey between Nashville, TN and Asheville, NC will introduce you to the amazing natural wonders of this lush mountain region. See Tennessee history brought to life, from President Andrew Jackson s Hermitage to Chattanooga s Battle Above the Clouds. Encounter mountaineers, musicians and craftspeople as you ascend breathtaking paths to Great Smoky Mountain National Park and the famed Blue Ridge Parkway. In Asheville, tour the Vanderbilts palatial Biltmore Estate, discover how the family championed environmental protection and sustainability, and learn about the roots of America s Forestry Service. Ride the thrilling Incline Railway up America s Most Amazing Mile to enjoy 7-state panoramic views from atop Lookout Mountain site of the famous Lover s Leap. Visit Jack Daniels Distillery, and enjoy a music-filled evening at Nashville s Grand Ole Opry, along with a visit to Country Music Hall of Fame, and more! DAY 1 HOUSTON/NASHVILLE WELCOMES YOU Your exciting trip begins with your included flight from Houston to Nashville. After dinner this evening, spend a delightful evening listening to lively music and down-home humor at the famous Grand Ole Opry. D Spend a full day on the Vanderbilts Palatial Biltmore Estate Nashville CVB Used with permission from The Biltmore Company, Asheville, NC DAY 2-CITY TOUR/COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME/STUDIO B A great day in Music City is in store. Following breakfast, take a city tour to such landmarks as the Bicentennial Capitol Mall, Centennial Park s fullsized replica of the Parthenon, and a host of country music sites. After lunch, tour the Country Music Hall of Fame and visit RCA Studio B, home of 1,000 hits, where more than 35,000 country songs were born. Later this evening, meet your fellow travelers over refreshments. B, L Nashville Hermitage Lynchburg Elevations reach 6,700 ft on this tour Crossville TENNESSEE Chattanooga Lookout Mountain Great Smoky Mountain National Park Bryson City Murphy Pigeon Forge Blue Ridge Parkway For Questions, Contact: Roger Niekerk, CURIOUS Travel of Salem Pine Woods St., Tomball, TX rniekerk@att.net N.C. Asheville Biltmore Estate S.C.

2 DAY 3 ANDREW JACKSON S HERMITAGE /CROSSVILLE/SMOKY MTN OPRY At The Hermitage, the 1,000-acre plantation and former mansion of our seventh president, Andrew Jackson, learn what Tennessee life was like in the early 1800s. After lunch in Crossville, we ll continue into Pigeon Forge for an evening musical performance including a variety of different genres that include Broadway, rock n roll, bluegrass, country and gospel. B, L DAY 4 GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK/BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY This morning, relish a breathtaking ride through Great Smoky Mountain National Park, named for the bluish mist that clings to the mountainsides. Mountaineer guide Tim Hall will regale you with fascinating and humorous stories of life in this mountain region. Entering by the famous scenic byway, the Blue Ridge Parkway, end the day in North Carolina stopping at scenic overlooks, taking in one last look at the beautiful Smoky Mountains. B, L DAY 5 BILTMORE ESTATE/THE VANDERBILT LEGACY Spend the day at George and Edith Vanderbilt s extraordinary Biltmore Estate, an astonishing 8,000-acre landmark reminiscent of the grandest European royal palaces and landscapes. After a private overview tour of the estate lands and a self-guided visit inside the luxurious family home, spend time on your own exploring all that this amazing estate and community has to offer. B, L DAY 6 GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAIN RAILROAD/CHATTANOOGA All aboard! Today s centerpiece is a thrilling rail excursion along the beautiful Nantahala Marvel at Lookout Mountain THE BILTMORE EXPERIENCE In 1895, George W. Vanderbilt collaborated with famed architect Richard Morris Hunt and America s foremost landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted to create the palatial Biltmore estate as an escape from everyday life for family and friends. Today, his descendants and some 2,000 employees invite you to enjoy the legacy of hospitality and natural conservation on this 8,000-acre estate. Your full-day experience starts with a Legacy Tour, providing an overview to the estate and areas not generally open to the public. Discover how Biltmore, as a centuryold model for forest conservation, continues to honor the Vanderbilts legacy of environmental protection. Afterwards, take an unforgettable tour of America s largest home the luxuriously appointed, 250-room mansion as magnificent today as it was more than a century ago. You ll see displays of vintage clothing, art, furniture, and more that illustrate life on the estate. Next, stroll its multiple gardens, conservatories, trails and ponds. Enjoy a Taste of the South lunch buffet in the estate s award-winning Deerpark Restaurant. Then, in nearby Antler Hill Village, you can recall the everyday lives of families who lived and worked on the estate farmers, blacksmiths, woodworkers, and more visit the petting farm, or learn about wine-making and taste up to 20 complimentary wines at the estate s winery. Chattanooga CVB For Questions, Contact: Roger Niekerk, CURIOUS Travel of Salem Pine Woods St., Tomball, TX rniekerk@att.net

3 River and Gorge. You ll learn how the Western North Carolina Railroad opened up the outside world to thousands of hill people. Travel through the Nantahala Forest on your way towards Chattanooga, the Scenic City. Situated along the Tennessee River and southeast Tennessee Mountains, you ll get a good feeling of why the city is called one of the most beautiful. B, L DAY 7 INCLINE RAILWAY/ROCK CITY/LOOKOUT MTN, GA After a delicious breakfast, enjoy gorgeous vistas viewed from atop Lookout Mountain as you ride the Incline Railway on America s Most Amazing Mile. Chattanooga was the site of the famed Battle Above the Clouds during the Civil War. Get another perspective on Lookout Mountain at Rock City, a true marvel of nature featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking See 7 States panoramic views. Back down below, enjoy a hearty regional lunch prepared by a local favorite, Puckett s Restaurant. B, L DAY 8 JACK DANIELS/MISS MARY BOBO S/HOUSTON In Lynchburg, tour the famous Jack Daniels Distillery to see how classic Tennessee sipping whiskey is made in a dry county! Lunch is at one of the oldest standing buildings in town Miss Mary Bobo s Boarding House, built in Finally, head home, filled with appreciation for the beauty, diversity, and lively folks of mountain country. B, L Ascend America s Most Amazing Mile by Rail Lookout Mountain Incline Railway Discoveries Experience 8 Days 15 Meals May 4-11, 2019 Price Per Person: Double $2,597; Single $3,133 Depart/Return: Houston, TX Highlights & Inclusions Visit the Hermitage, former home of our 7th President, Andrew Jackson Take in a show in Pigeon Forge Travel through Great Smoky Mountain National Park, America s most visited Hear legendary tales and stories of the mountain people from Tim Hall Explore the Blue Ridge Parkway and breathtaking overlooks Spend a full day on the Biltmore Estate Ride the rails on the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Visit Rock City, featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and amazing 7 State views Ascend America s Most Amazing Mile up Lookout Mountain Tour Jack Daniels Distillery Spend a day in the Music City, and take in a show at the Grand Ole Opry Gratuities included for Tour Director & Driver Bag handling (1 per person) at hotels Fees/tips for included attractions/meals Welcome reception, 24-hour emergency call service, free bottled water on coach Quality Accommodations Nights 1-2: Nashville Airport Marriott Night 3: Clarion Inn, Pigeon Forge Nights 4-5: Doubletree Biltmore, Asheville Nights 6-7: Doubletree Hotel, Chattanooga For Questions, Contact: Roger Niekerk, CURIOUS Travel of Salem Pine Woods St., Tomball, TX rniekerk@att.net

4 Curious Travel of Salem Blue Ridge Country & Biltmore Estate May 4-11, 2019 Tour Pricing $2,597 per person based on double occupancy $3,133 per person based on single occupancy Departing from and returning to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Travel Protection Plan is not included but is recommended. Gratuities to your Tour Director and Motor Coach Driver are included. Special pricing applies to this tour. No additional offers can be applied. Pricing is based on a minimum of 10 Curious travelers. Note: This trip is operated by our friends at Country Travel DISCOVERIES. Deposit: A $250 per person deposit is required to confirm your reservation, and should be remitted by January 4, 2019, but are first come, first served. Your deposit will be credited against your final payment. Final Payment: Final payments are due March 5, Travel Prices: All travel prices are subject to revision in the event of a fluctuation in tariff, currency rates, or other factors beyond our control. In addition, fuel surcharges and departure taxes are subject to revision until time of airline ticketing which is approximately 30 days prior to departure. Every effort has been made to publish accurate pricing. We reserve the right to correct errors. For Questions, Contact: Roger Niekerk CURIOUS Travel of Salem Pine Woods Street Tomball, TX rniekerk@att.net To Reserve, Contact: Country Travel Discoveries Watertown Plank Rd Suite 107 Elm Grove, WI (TRIP) info@countrytraveldiscoveries.com Cancellation Policy: In the event you need to cancel your reservation, we must receive your cancellation notice in writing, and it will become effective only when received by Country Travel DISCOVERIES (CTD). Refunds will be processed within 15 business days upon receipt of written cancellation. The cancellation fee per person will be determined by the number of days remaining until your tour departure date and are as follows: 45 or more days: $ days: $ days: 25% of tour price + cost of airline ticket 14-8 days: 50% of tour price + cost of airline ticket 7 days: no refund Airline tickets are non-refundable after ticketing. If you leave a tour in progress, you will not receive any refund. In the event of cancellation by CTD prior to departure, you will receive a full refund of the monies paid, which is processed within 15 business days. Documentation Requirements: A valid U.S. Drivers License or Passport is required for air travel within the U.S. We will also need all travelers name as it appears on your I.D., along with Gender and Date of Birth. If utilizing I.D. other than U.S. issued, please advise us as other documentation may be required. Failure to present proper proof of I.D. can result in denied airline access, and you may not be able to join and/or continue with our tour. Country Travel DISCOVERIES, LLC will not be responsible for the accuracy of your Identification document or any additional costs incurred due to incomplete documentation. Eligibility & Mobility: To fully enjoy your travel experience, you should be in good physical and mental health. If you have any physical or mental limitations, please advise us of your situation when making your reservation. Travelers who require assistance must be accompanied by an able companion who will provide all necessary assistance, and may not be able to participate in all stops. To be fair to all travelers, we reserve the right to decline or remove anyone whose health or behavior impacts the safety, welfare or enjoyment of the group. Please be aware that there are times when a good deal of walking is involved in our tours. Those who have difficulty walking should consult with their doctors before deciding to travel. Due to the nature of our tours, we are unable to accommodate travelers using mobility devices. Disclaimer of Liability and Release: Country Travel DISCOVERIES, LLC (CTD) acts as an independent contractor that arranges travelrelated services for tour packages. Neither CTD nor their agents or affiliates act as your agent or as an agent for others who provide services in connection with any tour, including, but not limited to, hotels, restaurants, sight-seeing and transportation. These service providers also act as independent contractors. CTD, its agents, direct and indirect owners and affiliates and the tour operators shall not be responsible or liable for any loss, damage, injury, death, delay or inconvenience arising out of or related to any act, omission, negligence, accident, error or default of any company or person engaged in providing such services or any defect in any vehicle or other equipment, and they shall not be responsible or liable for other occurrences and conditions that are beyond their control, including, but not limited to, strikes, theft, weather, acts of terrorism and acts of God.

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6 Curious Travel of Salem Blue Ridge Country & Biltmore Estate May 4-11, 2019 Mr Mrs Ms (Please print legal name as it appears on your valid US Passport) Date of Birth: Mr Mrs Ms (Please print legal name as it appears on your valid US Passport) Date of Birth: Address City State Zip A $250 per person deposit is required. Your deposit will be credited against your final payment. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure. Total fee may be paid at time of deposit if more convenient. For Questions, Contact: Roger Niekerk CURIOUS Travel of Salem Pine Woods Street Tomball, TX rniekerk@att.net To Reserve, Contact: Country Travel Discoveries Watertown Plank Rd Suite 107 Elm Grove, WI (TRIP) info@countrytraveldiscoveries.com Phone (If just one name listed above) I will travel as a single (If just one name listed above) I will travel as a double. My roommate s name is I/we will travel as a triple. My roommate(s) names are: Travel Protection is not included but is recommended. For information, see NTA Travel Protection box on previous page. If you wish to purchase the Enhanced Travel Protection Plan, payment must be made within 14 days of trip deposit. Basic Plan (Double Occupancy): $245 per person Basic Plan (Single Occupancy): $290 per person Enhanced Plan (Double Occupancy): $318 per person Enhanced Plan (Single Occupancy): $380 per person I/We are declining the Travel Protection Plan DEPOSIT PAYMENT METHOD Check enclosed (Make payable to Country Travel DISCOVERIES) Visa MasterCard Discover Credit Card # Exp. Date / Security Code Signature: (Required if using credit card)