Alpine Adventure. A custom trip planner prepared for Your General Information. By Patrick Cullinane with Travel Navigators (TPI)

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1 Alpine Adventure A custom trip planner prepared for Your General Information By Patrick Cullinane with Travel Navigators (TPI)

2 Welcome Your General Information to Tauck Bridges' Alpine Family Trip Planner! Finding a vacation that will keep everybody in the family happy can be difficult, unless you include a little bit of everything; adventure, sport, fun educational exploration, and time to explore on your own. Best of all we take care of all details so your family spends time together, along with sharing the magic of travel with other families. Make 2018 the year to take this unforgettable Tauck Bridges family trip and with just about every travel expense included, Tauck Bridges Value makes your dream adventure a reality. On your trip, you ll experience the Tauck Difference from arrival to departure... shared enrichment and shared experiences that provide families with memories of a lifetime. We ve spent years meticulously researching and defining every day so your family enjoys memorable cultural connections, locally guided in-depth sightseeing, a taste of regional cuisines, and multiple-night stays at accommodations that immerse you in every destination, sunrise to sunset. You'll travel with our Tauck Directors who provide warm, caring, thoughtful service throughout your trip, taking care of every detail so you connect with people and places, centuries-old traditions, and daily life. We ve built our business on one principle to provide guests with the very best travel experience possible, with an uncompromising focus on personalized service, quality experience and inclusive value. Just about every travel expense is included in one up-front price; there are no hidden costs, no surprises and no options sold on tour. Traveling with Tauck Bridges is peace-of-mind travel at its best. In your Trip Planner, you'll find just about everything you need to know to make your decision to make your vacation plans with Tauck Bridges, the family travel experts. You'll find a day-to-day itinerary, destination information, hotel details, practical tips, useful advice to prepare for your trip, and more our expertise is right at your fingertips. I encourage you to make your family's reservation soon to be sure to get the departure date you want space is filling quickly!. Thank you and I hope you join us on this amazing family adventure. Sincerely, Daniel W. Mahar, CEO

3 YOUR PERSONALIZED QUOTE Alpine Adventure Very few places on Earth offer as much breathtaking beauty and outdoor adventure as the Alps! Come along with Tauck Bridges on a weeklong Switzerland family vacation filled with discovery and family fun... from Lake Lucerne and Mount Pilatus in Switzerland... across the mountains aboard the Glacier Express to famous St. Moritz... into the Austrian Alps and Innsbruck... and on to the Bavarian magic of Munich! Go whitewater rafting, mountain bicycling, rock and rope climbing... enjoy a look at Neolithic life and traditional Tyrolean fun and games... ride cable cars and the world's steepest cog railway at Mount Pilatus, more than 125 years in operation (summer only)... watch an exciting ski-jump demonstration and more! QUOTE: YOUR GENERAL INFORMATION'S TRIP, DEPARTING ON JULY 15TH, 2018 Room 1 - Double Tour Cost: Guest Protection Plan: $6,240 CAD per person $365 CAD per person Due Dates Deposit Due Date: November 11th, 2017 Balance Due Date: May 16th, 2018 Totals Deposit Total: Booking Total: $2,230 CAD $13,210 CAD Note: Above quote was compiled based on the information available to us at the time you ordered this Trip Planner. It is not an offer to sell you the tour at the quoted price. Although not expected, prices in this quote may be subject to change due to unexpected significant external factors not forecasted at the time of quote; availability, tour details and other components may also be subject to change. Your quote does not include airfare to and from the tour start and end locations. Tauck's terms and conditions apply upon booking and depositing. Space is limited.

4 ITINERARY Alpine Adventure TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES Mountain bicycling, suspension rope climbing, rock climbing, summer tobogganing & whitewater rafting Climb Mount Pilatus aboard the world s steepest cogwheel train more than 125 years in operation Cruise Lake Lucerne & travel to St. Moritz aboard the Glacier Express Traditional Tyrolean evening featuring food, fun and games Engadine Valley day: ride a cable car, hike to a glacier, visit a cheesery, go rock climbing lunch in a meadow Visit with an emperor & meet a ski jumper in Innsbruck Visit to Ötzi Dorf, an archaelogical open-air park interpreting life in the time of "Ötzi," the Neolithic "iceman" found mummified in the Ötztal Alps in 1991 Airport transfers on arrival and departure as noted 17 meals (7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners); all gratuities to Tauck Director, local guides & drivers; service charges, taxes and porterage Day 1 - Arrive Zurich and on to Lucerne Your Switzerland family vacation begins at 4:00 PM at Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern. Welcome to the Swiss Alps! A transfer is included from Zurich International Airport to Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern. Meet your Tauck Director and your fellow adventurers in the lobby of your grand hotel in the Old Quarter for a walking tour of Lucerne s cobblestone streets, discovering the city's spires, covered bridges, fountains and more. Tonight, join us for a private Tauck Bridges welcome reception and dinner at Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern, 2014 winner of the Milestone Award, Swiss tourism's top accolade. Under the project titled "Wo Luzern Geschichte(n) schreibt" (Where Lucerne writes history/stories), every guest room has been allocated a guest with a unique story. They include great personalities such as thinkers, artists, politicians, athletes, musicians and crowned heads as well as unknown guests, whose stories are part of the hotel's history. Meals: D Lodging: Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern Day 2 - Cog railway to Mt. Pilatus & more Lucerne's famous Löwendenkmal (Lion Memorial) pays tribute to the Swiss Guards who gave their lives in defense of the French king centuries ago; after visiting this Swiss national monument, head out to Alpnachstad to ride the world's steepest cogwheel train up to the summit of Mount Pilatus. The mountain is a place of myth and legend; some say there be dragons living in the caves here... as well as the ghost of Roman governor Pontius Pilate! Later, descend via aerial cableway to Fraekmuentegg, where major fun awaits you at Switzerland's biggest rope park*, the country's longest summer toboggan run*, or a thrilling (but safe) giant tubing slide!* After riding a gondola to Kriens, head back to Lucerne to spend the evening as you please. Meals: B, L Lodging: Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern Day 3 - Cruise Lake Lucerne & on to St. Moritz by rail Feast your eyes on some of the world's greatest scenery today... first on a cruise across lovely Lake Lucerne, and then aboard the famous Glacier Express for what many call the most scenic rail trip in Europe winding its way through lush Alpine valleys dotted with little villages... the real Switzerland! Arrive in the popular resort town of St. Moritz for a two-night stay in the Engadine Valley. Meals: B, L, D Lodging: Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains St. Moritz Day 4 - Climbing, cycling & more in the Engadin Valley Start another exciting day on your Switzerland family vacation by climbing up Piz Diavolezza via cable car... you won't believe the views of the Engadin Valley and its many lakes stretching out below you. Then it's off to the Morteratsch Glacier for guided mountain hiking*, rock climbing* and abseiling* (descending via ropes)... a visit to an Alpine cheesery for lunch in a meadow and a look at cheesemaking... and a few surprises!* If you wish, hop aboard a mountain bicycle* for a ride back through the Engadin Valley to St. Moritz, where your evening is free to enjoy as you please. Meals: B, L Lodging: Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains St. Moritz

5 ITINERARY Day 5 - Ski jumpers, Neolithic life & Tyrolean fun Say goodbye to Switzerland and head across the Alps into Austria. Arrive at Innsbruck the 15th-century capital of Emperor Maximilian I's Habsburg Empire, and more recently the host of two Winter Olympic Games in the 20th century. Join your local guide for a walking tour of this idyllic Alpine city, during which you just might "meet" old Emperor Max and his wives. The afternoon takes you to Innsbruck's high-tech Bergisel ski-jump complex, designed by star architect Zaha Hadid, for a demonstration of the difficult and daring art of ski jumping. Then it's on to your Alpine spa hotel in Längenfeld the AQUA DOME offering aquatic fun for the whole family with a pool, waterslides, spa, sauna, thermal baths and fitness center. Tonight, enjoy an afterhours visit to Oeitzidorf, an open-air museum and archaeological site in the Oetzi Valley, interpreting village life during the time of "Oetzi" the Neolithic Age of about 5,000 years ago followed by dinner and a memorable evening of Tyrolean fun, games and activities! Meals: B, D Lodging: AQUA DOME Tirol Therme Langenfeld Day 6 - Whitewater & water park fun at Area 47 Get wet and wild on your Switzerland family vacation today in Austria's Ötztal Valley during a trip to Area 47, one of the largest adventure parks in the Alps, and Europe's ultimate outdoor playground. Jump into a neoprene suit and helmet, and head out on a whitewater-rafting adventure*; then do some swimming or try out the slides and other attractions of one of the newest and biggest water parks on the Continent. Spend the rest of the afternoon and evening as you please, enjoying dinner at leisure in the hotel. Meals: B, L, D Lodging: AQUA DOME Tirol Therme Langenfeld Day 7 - Alpine hike or Ettal Abbey & Bavarian fun in Munich Depart Austria and cross the German border into Bavaria, where you'll arrive in the village of Ettal this morning for your choice of a guided mountain hike of the area with a park ranger, or a visit to Ettal Abbey. A Benedictine monastery established in 1330 and later rebuilt in the Baroque style after a fire in the 18th century, the abbey is one of Europe's largest Benedictine residences; your family's visit (should you choose it) includes tours of the abbey church, as well as its distillery and brewery (with tastings for the adults). After lunch, continue on to Munich, Bavaria's capital city. Cap your memorable family Alpine vacation with tonight's farewell dinner in the historic Palais Keller once a 15thcentury salt store beneath your landmark hotel in the heart of the city, the Bayerischer Hof... a perfect base from which to explore more of Munich as you please. Meals: B, L, D Lodging: Bayerischer Hof Day 8 - Say "auf wiedersehen" as your journey ends Tauck Bridges' Switzerland family vacation ends: Munich. Fly home anytime; a transfer is included from the Bayerischer Hof to Munich Airport. You should allow a minimum of 3 hours for your flight check-in. Meals: B

6 ACCOMMODATIONS Alpine Adventure Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern Night 1, 2 - Lucerne, Switzerland In November of 2014 "The Milestone Award," Swiss tourism's top accolade, went to a hotel for the first time in 12 years Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern. The hotel was singled out for its groundbreaking storytelling concept "Wo Luzern Geschichte(n) schreibt" "where Lucerne writes history/stories." Each of the hotel's 101 newly decorated guest rooms tells an individual story about notable guests including actors, writers, musicians and other celebrities from the hotel's colorful 170-year history. The family-owned hotel is a great place for families to stay, and five generations of ownership by the same family (since 1861) ensure a warm welcome and heartfelt hospitality at the lovely Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern. Set in the midst of Old Town Lucerne, it is the perfect base for exploration of this city on the shores of lovely Lake Lucerne. Freshly renovated guest rooms feature individually controlled air conditioning, minibar, complimentary coffee and tea-making facilities, radio, cable TV with all major national and international channels, hairdryer and an in-room safe. You ll find fitness facilities in the Schweizerhof Wellness & Beauty that are equipped with Technogym machines. The Pavilion restaurant offers fine seasonal à la carte menus and Swiss specialties and the Galerie restaurant focuses on culinary delights from the sea and the lake. And the Terrace is a great place to get a cold drink and a bite to eat while enjoying the sunshine and the view. Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains St. Moritz Night 3, 4 - St. Moritz, Switzerland Located next to the old Mauritius spring, the origin of glamorous St. Moritz, the elegant, "Belle Epoch" Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains in St. Moritz has been the preferred address for royalty, politicians and noted artists since the 19th century. All 184 luxurious guest rooms are equipped with cable television and video-on-demand, minibar and spacious bathrooms. The indoor swimming pool, with its lovely views of the surrounding mountains, is the perfect place to relax after a busy day. If you re feeling more energetic, the fitness area offers up-to-date cardiovascular equipment and even the workout area has views of the majestic mountains. Or, wile away a few hours stalking Lady Luck at the St. Moritz Casino, located in the west wing of the hotel. Enjoy alpine tapas at The Enoteca or a coffee or your favorite libation at the Kempinski Bar & Lobby.

7 ACCOMMODATIONS AQUA DOME Tirol Therme Langenfeld Night 5, 6 - Längenfeld, Austria Covering more than 50,000 square meters, the AQUA DOME Tirol Therme Längenfeld in the heart of the Ötztal Valley is the ideal place to make Alpine dreams come true. The most modern and eye-catching spa resort in the Alps boasts futuristic-looking spa and fitness facilities with a range of pools, saunas and more. Guests have exclusive access to the award-winning SPA 3000; with its combination of state-of-the-art spa facilities and beautiful alpine landscapes, the AQUA DOME is the ideal place for a romantic break, a family holiday or anything in between. Bayerischer Hof Night 7 - Munich, Germany One of The Leading Hotels of the World, the sumptuous Bayerischer Hof first opened its doors in the heart of Munich in 1841 at the request of King Ludwig I, who wanted a comfortable place for his guests to stay; the finest hospitality has been a tradition at the Bayerischer Hof for over 160 years. You ll instantly feel at home in a large, comfortable guest room equipped with all the amenities that today s sophisticated travelers expect. Set high above the roofs of Munich, the Blue Spa is the ideal place to work on your fitness level or just relax on the Pool & Sun Terrace while you enjoy beautiful views out over the city. Former Mr. Universe, Ralf Moeller, carefully chose the state-of-the-art fitness equipment in the Fitness Studio, where you ll find everything you need to put together your own exercise program. If you re yearning for Bavarian specialties, beer right from the keg or a really great pretzel, the Palais Keller is just the spot. Or, perhaps you ll choose to dine at the Garden-Restaurant with its Mediterranean atmosphere and South-Sea-inspired cuisine. Enjoy an aperitif or a nightcap in Falk s Bar in the famed Spiegelsaal (Mirror Hall), the only room in the Bayerischer Hof that survived World War II unscathed; or enjoy the view of the city from the Blue Spa Bar & Lounge. If neither of those alternatives appeals to you, the hotel has four other distinctive watering holes from which to choose.

8 EXTEND YOUR JOURNEY Alpine Adventure Many Tauck travelers prefer arriving at their destination a day before their Tauck journey begins, or often extend a stay at the end of their trip. As a service, Tauck will make hotel reservations before and after your journey. Rooms are reserved on a spaceavailable basis, and the cost is added to your tour cost. to book your hotel with Tauck. Arrive Early: Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern Lucerne, Switzerland In November of 2014 "The Milestone Award," Swiss tourism's top accolade, went to a hotel for the first time in 12 years Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern. The hotel was singled out for its groundbreaking storytelling concept "Wo Luzern Geschichte(n) schreibt" "where Lucerne writes history/stories." Each of the hotel's 101 newly decorated guest rooms tells an individual story about notable guests including actors, writers, musicians and other celebrities from the hotel's colorful 170-year history. The family-owned hotel is a great place for families to stay, and five generations of ownership by the same family (since 1861) ensure a warm welcome and heartfelt hospitality at the lovely Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern. Set in the midst of Old Town Lucerne, it is the perfect base for exploration of this city on the shores of lovely Lake Lucerne. Freshly renovated guest rooms feature individually controlled air conditioning, minibar, complimentary coffee and tea-making facilities, radio, cable TV with all major national and international channels, hairdryer and an in-room safe. You ll find fitness facilities in the Schweizerhof Wellness & Beauty that are equipped with Technogym machines. The Pavilion restaurant offers fine seasonal à la carte menus and Swiss specialties and the Galerie restaurant focuses on culinary delights from the sea and the lake. And the Terrace is a great place to get a cold drink and a bite to eat while enjoying the sunshine and the view Hotel Room Rates Double Single Triple January 1 - December 31 $668 $488 $969 Stay Later: Bayerischer Hof Munich, Germany One of The Leading Hotels of the World, the sumptuous Bayerischer Hof first opened its doors in the heart of Munich in 1841 at the request of King Ludwig I, who wanted a comfortable place for his guests to stay; the finest hospitality has been a tradition at the Bayerischer Hof for over 160 years. You ll instantly feel at home in a large, comfortable guest room equipped with all the amenities that today s sophisticated travelers expect. Set high above the roofs of Munich, the Blue Spa is the ideal place to work on your fitness level or just relax on the Pool & Sun Terrace while you enjoy beautiful views out over the city. Former Mr. Universe, Ralf Moeller, carefully chose the state-of-the-art fitness equipment in the Fitness Studio, where you ll find everything you need to put together your own exercise program. If you re yearning for Bavarian specialties, beer right from the keg or a really great pretzel, the Palais Keller is just the spot. Or, perhaps you ll choose to dine at the Garden-Restaurant with its Mediterranean atmosphere and South-Sea-inspired cuisine. Enjoy an aperitif or a nightcap in Falk s Bar in the famed Spiegelsaal (Mirror Hall), the only room in the Bayerischer Hof that survived World War II unscathed; or enjoy the view of the city from the Blue Spa Bar & Lounge. If neither of those alternatives appeals to you, the hotel has four other distinctive watering holes from which to choose Hotel Room Rates Double Single Triple January 1 - September 9 $565 $543 $702