Passage along the Blue Danube from the Danube Delta to Vienna

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1 O V E R 30 Y E A R S O F D I S T I N C T I V E T R A V E L Passage along the Blue Danube from the Danube Delta to Vienna October 17 to 29, 2016 We are pleased to offer you this to further enhance your journey. To book your, please complete the enclosed reservation form. Reservations and payment in full are due in the offices of Gohagan & Company no later than July 14, The may not be available for purchase after this date. The six-century reign of the Habsburg Dynasty is reflected in the grandeur of Hofburg Palace, which grew from a fortified medieval site to a dazzling complex of 18 wings, 19 courtyards and 2600 rooms, many of which are in use today by the Austrian government. Vienna October 29 to 31, 2016 The former seat of the Habsburg Empire and one of Europe s most beautiful cities, Vienna showcases an open air museum of splendid Baroque architecture in its historic core, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tour this remarkable city s most important cultural landmarks, including the Habsburgs opulent summer estate at Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the lavish Hofburg Palace, the political center of the monarchy. Accommodations for two nights are in the Five Star InterContinental Wien Hotel, ideally located in the heart of the city and steps away from beautiful Stadtpark, home to a gilded bronze statue of Johann Strauss, famous composer of The Blue Danube waltz. 12/01/15-1

2 u 2 Vienna, Austria Saturday, October 29 Disembark m.s. Amadeus Royal and begin a panoramic city tour of Vienna, the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, one of Europe s greatest cultural centers and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Drive along the fabled 19 th -century Ringstrasse (Ring Road), a masterpiece of urban planning envisioned by Emperor Franz Josef, lined with many of the city s most celebrated edifices, including the stunning Vienna State Opera, the neo classical Parliament Building and the Renaissance style National Theater. Visit the landmark Stephansdom (Cathedral of St. Stephen), whose multi-hued roof tiles depict the Habsburgian double-headed eagle and the Viennese coat of arms. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart married Constanze in this church in 1782; his funeral was held here just nine years later. Inside, the famed stone pulpit depicting the Four Fathers of the Church was carved in the 16 th century by artist Anton Pilgram, who sculpted his own likeness looking out through a half-opened window in the plinth. Check into the Five-Star Intercontinental Wien Hotel this afternoon before visiting the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens, the Habsburgs spectacular summer estate, regarded as a masterful fusion of multiple architectural styles. View the priceless collections of art and antiques that adorn the palace s richly appointed and authentically furnished residential and ceremonial rooms. Then stroll through its exquisitely manicured Baroque gardens, laid out in a geometric pattern of avenues and populated with grand fountains and pools, ornate green houses and heroic statues inspired by classical mythology. The evening is at leisure in Vienna. Vienna Sunday, October 30 In the heart of historic Vienna, enjoy a guided tour through the unrivaled Hofburg Palace, the residence of the Habsburg family for more than 600 years. Built as a fortress in the late Middle Ages, the palace expanded in size and grandeur under generations of royalty, creating the sprawling city within a city that spans two-and-a-half-million square feet today. One of the most impressive Gothic buildings in all of Europe, Vienna s Cathedral of St. Stephen showcases a magnificent 450-foot-tall steeple. The core of the Alte Burg, Hofburg s original castle dating back to the 13 th century, has been carefully preserved. The Renaissance style Swiss Court, erected by Emperor Ferdinand I in 1552, today houses the Imperial Treasury, whose objects cover a millennium of European history, including the dazzling Crown and Lance of the Holy Roman Empire, the intricately bejeweled crown of Rudoph II, one of the world s largest emeralds, a giant narwhal tooth once thought to be the horn of a unicorn and an agate bowl from Late Antiquity that was believed to have been the legendary Holy Grail. In the 16 th -century Amalienburg Wing, see the Imperial Apartments where Franz Josef and Elisabeth lived. Walk up the imposing Emperor s Staircase to tour the state rooms, still fitted today with original 19 th -century furniture and Habsburg portraits, where the royal family worked, slept, dined and entertained guests. Exhibitions in the Sisi Museum feature Elisabeth s personal items, including jewelry, a traveling medicine chest and reconstructions of the exquisite dresses she wore the night before her marriage and on the day she was crowned Queen of Hungary. The afternoon and evening are at leisure.

3 u 3 Vienna/U.S. Monday, October 31 After breakfast in the hotel, transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. Included Features: Accommodations for two nights in the Five Star InterContinental Wien Hotel, inclusive of taxes and service. Breakfast each morning. Panoramic tour of historic Vienna, including the famed Ringstrasse, a grand boulevard lined with landmark edifices. Visit to the Gothic-style Cathedral of St. Stephen. Excursion to the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit to Hofburg Palace, featuring a tour of the Imperial Treasury, the apartments of Franz Josef and Elisabeth and the Sisi Museum, exhibiting the Empress s jewelry, clothing and other personal affects. All excursions and visits, as outlined above, with experienced local guides. Gratuities to local guides and drivers. Hospitality desk in the hotel. Experienced Gohagan & Company Travel Director to accompany you throughout the Post-Program. Complimentary use of a state-of-the-art audio headset for each participant during guided excursions. Transfers and luggage handling abroad for participants whose arrival(s)/departure(s) coincide with the scheduled group transfer(s). A unique high-gloss polish on the walls of Schönbrunn Palace s Great Gallery brilliantly reflects the flickering light of its intricate chandeliers. Cancellation and Refund Policy In the event you have to cancel your reservation, cancellation policies as outlined in your travel program brochure apply. These policies are strictly enforced. Cancellations for all or any part of the trip will not be effective until they are received in writing in the offices of Gohagan & Company. A minimum of 35 participants are required in order for the Vienna to operate. $595 usd per person, double occupancy. $895 usd per person, single occupancy. Please note: The is sold as a separate package; individual services and/or Included Features of the cannot be purchased individually.

4 u 4 Thomas P. Gohagan & Company u 209 South LaSalle Street u Suite 500 u Chicago, Illinois u (800) u Fax (312)

5 E S TABLISHED Reservation Form Passage along the Blue Danube from the Danube Delta to Vienna October 17 to 29, 2016 Please Note: If you have already sent a deposit for the with your main program brochure reservation form, please disregard this form. Confirmation will appear on the enclosed Reservation Confirmation. Final payment is due in the offices of Gohagan & Company July 14, Insert the following information from your Reservation Confirmation: Reservation number First passenger s name exactly as it appears on passport Second passenger s name exactly as it appears on passport Please make my/our reservation(s): Vienna October 29 to 31, 2016 Double Occupancy $595 usd per person x $ Single Occupancy $895 usd per person x $ Total: $ The may be paid by check or wire transfer. q Enclosed is my payment of $ as deposit ($200 usd per person). q Enclosed is my payment in full of $ (due July 14, 2016). Please send reservation(s) and payment to: Thomas P. Gohagan & Company 209 South LaSalle Street, Suite 500 Chicago, Illinois /19/15-1 Thomas P. Gohagan & Company u 209 South LaSalle Street u Suite 500 u Chicago, Illinois u (800) u Fax (312)