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1 AMAZON FamilyVoyage DECEMBER 26, 2011 JANUARY 2, 2012

2 Office of the Alumni Association Princeton University John Maclean House P.O. Box 291 Princeton, NJ PRST STD US POSTAGE OAKLAND, CA PERMIT #379 Squirrel Monkey AMAZON FAMILY VOYAGE December 26, January 2, 2012 Reserve today. Call or contact journeys@princeton.edu

3 Dear Princetonian: Among our most popular offerings are our Family Journeys and those trips that offer the opportunity for multiple generations to travel and learn together. The mighty Amazon provides a veritable educational playground for travelers of every age and we are happy to add this week-long program in Peru to the Princeton Journeys roster over the winter holiday break, December 26, 2011 January 2, After beginning the Journey in bustling Lima, the group will fly to Iquitos to board the classically-styled riverboat, Delfin II, in nearby Nauta. Follow the main channel of the Amazon River up from Peru s lowlands to the secluded waterways of the Ucayali and Marañón Rivers the headwaters of the Amazon. Retreat from modern civilization while journeying into largely untouched rainforest and backwaters of the Pacaya Samiria Reserve. Activities and meals are designed so that families may share the time and experiences together, but excursion options will cater to a variety of activity levels and interests. Swim with pink river dolphins, go fishing for piranhas, meet with local villagers in a riverside community, or just relax topside aboard the boat taking in the Amazonian scenery. This trip has been developed specifically for a family youngsters with parents, grandparents, or other adult friends or relatives who wants to experience the natural world together. Princeton travelers will join those from the Harvard Museum of Natural History, so space is limited. Contact the Princeton Journeys team now at (609) or journeys@princeton.edu to reserve your family s space. Sincerely, Leslie Jennings Rowley S95 Executive Manager, Princeton Journeys Office of the Alumni Association, Princeton University Cover Photos: main - Amazon River left to right - Sloth, Heliconia, Jungle Vegetation, Scarlet Macaw EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP An educational team of content area experts, naturalists, and local guides will present an informative educational program throughout the Journey. We were unable to confirm the full team in time for the printing of this bro chure, but we invite you to call our office for further information at (609)

4 DELFIN II The Delfin II, a luxury 120 foot river barge, was first launched in March It has 14 air-conditioned cabins with large windows and private baths with hot-water show ers. Four spacious Master Suites feature 180 panoramic windows and king sized beds; ten suites can be configured with two twin beds or one full sized bed. For larger parties, four suites can be intercon nected and selected suites can accommodate one additional child in a roll-away bed. The ship features an elegant dining room where delicious local and international cuisine is served and prepared daily from fresh vegetables, fruits, fish and local produce. An expansive observation deck offers excellent wildlife viewing by day and unforgettable stargazing by night. In addition there is a special hammock sun deck, entertainment center, library and bar. LAND/CRUISE COSTS (per person, double occupancy) Due to limited availability, single cabins are offered on a request basis only. Please call for availability and rates. TRIPLE OCCUPANCY (Limited availability) Applies only to a child 7-11 years old sharing a cabin/hotel room with two other persons. Cabins are not suitable for three sharing adults. (Per person, double occupancy) Adults $3,185 and Children $2,985. Single supplement for the extension is $595. $2,895 for a child 7-11 years old sharing a hotel with two other persons. The price quoted is based on a minimum of 12 participants participating on the extension. Extension includes five nights in first-class accommodations, all excursions, breakfast daily, three lunches, three dinners, air transportation Lima/Cuzco and Cuzco/Lima, airport taxes, entrance fees, and leadership. Deposit for the extension is $200 per person. As of February 2011, round-trip economy airfare to Lima is $783 from Miami and $1177 from Newark + internal flights roundtrip from Lima to Iquitos is approximately $350. Airfare is subject to change Please Note: due to the high demand for Christmas flights to Peru, all passengers are encouraged to make their international airline reservations prior to August Reserve today. Call or contact journeys@princeton.edu

5 DAILY ITINERARY Monday, December 26 U.S. / LIMA Arrive in Lima, Peru, and transfer to the group s hotel. Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores Hotel (meals aloft) Tuesday, December 27 LIMA The day begins with a brief orientation followed by a tour of some of Lima s main colonial sites, including the Cathedral, Plaza de Armas (main square), Government and Archbishop s Palaces. Later explore the Larco Herrera Museum, which contains a fascinating private collection of pre-inca and Inca pottery, one of the finest in the country. Lunch is at Señorío de Sulco owned by Isabel Alvarez, who will demonstrate the varieties of Peruvian cuisine. Later in the evening gather for a welcome dinner. Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores Hotel (B, L, D) Wednesday, December 28 LIMA / IQUITOS / NAUTA Fly to Iquitos, the farthest inland port in the world (over 2,000 miles from the Atlantic Ocean). In Iquitos, take a scenic bus ride to Nauta, for embarkation of Delfin II. (B,L,D) Thursday, December 29 BELLUDA CAÑO & EL DORADO RIVER / PACAYA SAMIRIA RESERVE This morning board excursion skiffs and set off to explore the beautiful, black-water Belluda Stream, a preferred habitat for pink dolphins. Also keep a lookout for squirrel monkeys, saddleback tamarins, and pygmy kingfishers. After lunch on board, head out again for a spectacular black water lagoon within the Pacaya- Samiria Reserve to swim among the dolphins. Look for scarlet macaws, festive parrots, and Amazonian parrotlets, among other birdlife. Delfin II (B,L,D) Friday, December 30 ATUN POZA LAKE/ RIO PACAYA Cruise along the Atun Poza lake to look for herons, egrets, cormorants and hawks all fishing for their meals. Continue up the Puinahua River to the Pacaya River to the very heart of the Pacaya Samiria Reserve. In the evening take a night safari to experience the thrill of looking at an entirely different world of nocturnal species. Delfin II (B,L,D) Saturday, December 31 CARO CURAHUAYTE / YANALLPA VILLAGE This morning, head out on skiffs to the lake to fish for piranhas. This afternoon, have the opportunity to visit the riverside community of Yanallpa to meet with local villagers. Enjoy a farewell dinner on board this evening and ring in the new year as the ship turns to make its homeward journey downriver to Iquitos. Delfin II (B,L,D) Reserve today. Call or contact journeys@prin

6 Sunday, January 1 PUERTO MIGUEL VILLAGE IQUITOS / LIMA / FLIGHTS HOME This morning board the excursion boats for a last chance to enjoy the river and rainforest, as well as a visit to the village of Puerto Miguel. After lunch on board, transfer to Iquitos for the flight to Lima, and connect with overnight homeward flights. (B,L) Monday, January 2 ARRIVE U.S. Arrive U.S. and transfer for flights home. Please Note: Itinerary may vary based on wildlife sightings, water levels and navigability. This itinerary aboard the Delfin II serves as an example of a typical experience. MACHU PICCHU AT CHRISTMAS OPTIONAL PRE-TRIP EXTENSION December 21 26, 2011 This Christmas, discover the breathtaking Lost City of the Inca, Machu Picchu. After a morning flight from Lima to Cuzco, continue on to the beautiful Sacred Valley in Urubamba and the lovely town of Yucay. Visit a vibrant native market in the town of Pisac and Ollantaytambo, the only living Inca city. The following morning, embark on a dramatic train ride to the enchanting and mystical site of Machu Picchu to explore its granite temples, altars, squares, and fountains. Overnight at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel. Use free time to walk to the Gate of the Sun or climb the dramatic peak of Huayana Picchu. Before joining the Amazon program in Lima, spend two nights in Cuzco, the capital city of the Inca Empire, to experience its historic streets and landmarks, including the massive fortress of Sacsayhuamán and superb colonial architecture built upon thick pre-colombian stonewalls. This five-night, six-day pre-tour extension (one night in Lima and four nights in the highlands) includes first-class accommodations; all excursions; five breakfasts, three lunches and three dinners; a folkloric show; air transportation Lima/Cuzco and Cuzco/Lima; airport taxes; airport-tohotel transfers; and the services of a Peruvian guide. More information will be sent to confirmed participants. Please note: departure from the U.S. may require a start to the trip on the evening of December 20. eton.edu

7 TERMS AND CONDITIONS WHAT TO EXPECT This tour is designed exclusively for alumni and friends of Princeton University and members of the Harvard Museum of Natural History who are interested in the rich natural history and beauty of the Amazon and the fascinating history and folklore of the Peruvian rainforest. For the six-night cruise portion of this compelling voyage, participants will travel aboard the luxury river barge, Delfin II. This vessel combines well-appointed accommodations and personalized service with meticulous environmental sensitivity. Suites are air-conditioned with private baths and hotwater showers. The mean temperature in the Amazon reaches the mid 80s ( F) during the day and drops to 70 F at night. The temperature traveling on the rivers and tributaries of the Amazon is generally agreeable. In the Amazon rain is common throughout the entire year, but it usually occurs in the afternoon or evening, very rarely interfering with planned tour activities. This is a moderately active program. Activities aboard Delfin II include walks in the jungle and river excursions. Delfin II has a conscientious and personable crew and expert naturalist guides to accompany passengers on excursions. Travel on this tour is by motorcoach, regularly scheduled jet planes, train (on the optional extension), small excursion boats, and riverboat. On the optional pre-trip option to Machu Picchu and the highlands, temperatures range from F at night to F during the day. In the Andes the group will spend several days at elevations from approximately 9,000 to 11,000 feet. The Machu Picchu extension has been designed to allow for an easier acclimatization when traveling to the Andean highlands by overnighting in the Urubamba Valley at approximately 8,000 feet. Continue to Machu Picchu at 7,600 feet, and finally visit the higher-lying Cuzco when you have had a chance to get acclimatized. There is some stair and step climbing at the ruins. Lima, the capital city of Peru, is at sea level. Accommodations and meals as specified in the itinerary; all land and water transportation; airport transfers; domestic airport departure taxes; entrance fees; baggage handling; leadership; and coordination. International or in-tour airfare (quoted separately); customary shipboard gratuities; meals not specified in the itinerary; personal items such as laundry, fax or telephone calls; bottled water, liquor, dishes and beverages not part of included meals; room service; passport fees; excess baggage charges; individual transfers; international departure tax in Lima; gratuities to Tour Director; medical expenses; travel insurance; deviations from the scheduled tour are not included. Any increases in the in-tour airfare, included as part of the pre-trip extension s cost; airport taxes or security fees imposed after the initial pricing of this program. Machu Picchu extension does not include 2nd entrance fee to Machu Picchu for day 2. To reserve a space on this tour, please mail a deposit of $1,000 per person and $200 additional per person for the Machu Picchu extension, payable to Royal Adventures, along with the completed reservation form to: Princeton Journeys, John Maclean House, P.O. Box 291, Princton, N.J or fax with credit card information to (609) Final payment is due September 1, 2011 and must be paid by check. Royal Adventures handles all bookings, ticketing, and invoicing. CST # Refunds, less a cancellation fee of $550 per person and $100 additional per person for the Machu Picchu extension, are made if we are notified in writing on or before September 1, No refunds are made after that date. All cancellations must be made in writing. There are no refunds for unused meals, accommodations, or other trip features. Princeton University, through its Office of the Alumni Association and Princeton Journeys, is pleased to provide this service of facilitating travel opportunities for its Alumni and Friends. The Office of the Alumni Association strives to work with the best tour operators to make available interesting and enriching travel opportunities for the Princeton family. Please note that the University does not conduct tours, nor does it act as an agent for guests interested in tours. Princeton Journeys acts as a facilitator with tour operators, with whom tour participants make arrangements for completing travel, and is pleased to act as a liaison with tour operators should you have any questions or concerns that may arise before, during, or after your tour. Princeton Journeys encourages you to familiarize yourself thoroughly with the tour operator s cancellation and refund policies, and also to investigate available services such as trip cancellation insurance. The University is not responsible for changes to trips or travel arrangements or for losses or additional expenses resulting from travel. As a service to its travelers, the Office of the Alumni Association of Princeton University automatically provides all travelers basic medical and evacuation coverage under a group travel insurance policy. It is highly recommended that you supplement this basic protection with your own additional coverage, as well as

8 RESERVATION FORM Enclosed is a deposit for ($1,000 deposit per person) to hold place(s) on the Amazon Family Voyage trip, December 26, January 2, Final payment is due September 1, Name 1* Birthdate Princeton Affiliation Name 2* Birthdate Relationship Name 3* Birthdate Relationship Name 4* Birthdate Relationship *All names should be as on passport. Address City State Zip Home ( ) Office ( ) Fax ( ) If this is a reservation for one person, please indicate the following: I wish to have a single accommodation (limited availability-please call); or I plan to share accommodations with: I d like to know about possible roommates. I/We wish to join the optional Machu Picchu pre-trip extension at an additional deposit of $200 per person. I/We will take care of our my/own international air arrangements to Lima, Peru. Please make round-trip flight arrangements from: o Newark o Miami o Other If other, what airport? Enclosed is a check for $1000 deposit per person, plus $200 each for the extension, if applicable, payable to Royal Adventures OR Please charge my deposit of $1,000 per person, plus $200 each for the extension, if applicable, to: omastercard ovisa oamex Card # Exp. Date: / I confirm that I have carefully read the information on refunds, general conditions and the responsibility clause specified in the tour conditions and agree to them on behalf of myself and the members of my party named above. Signature Date Please return this form to with deposit check to: Office of the Alumni Association, Princeton University, John Maclean House, P.O. Box 291, Princeton, NJ QUESTIONS? Please call us at (609) OR journeys@princeton.edu. trip cancellation/interruption or baggage coverage. Information on additional insurance is available and will be mailed upon receipt of your reservation. Participation on this program requires that passengers be in generally good health. It is essential that persons with any medical problems and related dietary restrictions make them known to us well before departure. We can counsel participants on whether this expedition is appropriate for them. Please contact the Princeton Journeys staff at (609) or Royal Adventures, Joanna Ciafone at (800) Royal Adventures, its owners and employees act only as agents for the various independent suppliers and contractors providing transportation, hotel accommodations, restaurant and other services connected with this tour. Such travel and services are subject to the terms and conditions under which such accommodations, services and transportation are offered or provided, and the Harvard Museum of Natural History and Royal Adventures and their respective, employees, agents, representatives, and assigns, accept no liability therefor. The Harvard Museum of Natural History and Royal Adventures, assume no liability for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or other irregularity which may be caused by the defect of any aircraft or vehicle or the negligence or default of any company or person engaged in carrying out or performing any of the services involved. Additionally, responsibility is not accepted for losses, injury, damages or expenses of any kind due to sickness, weather, strikes, local laws, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, earthquakes, acts of nature or other such causes. All services and accommodations are subject to the laws of the country in which they are provided. The Harvard Museum of Natural History and Royal Adventures reserve the right to make changes in the published itinerary whenever, in their sole judgment, conditions warrant, or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience or safety of the tour participants. They reserve the right to withdraw this tour without penalty. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of the tour, or to substitute another qualified leader or special guest. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the owners at all times. The price of the program is given in good faith based on current tariffs and rates, and is subject to change. Any tariff, exchange rate, or fuel increases will be passed onto participants. Neither the Harvard Museum of Natural History nor Royal Adventures accept the liability for any airline cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable airline ticket. The air ticket when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the passenger and the airline concerned. As part of the consideration and right to participate in this tour, each participant will be asked to sign a liability release.