Jewels of VIETNAM& CAMBODIA. featuring a luxurious MEKONG RIVER CRUISE. Sponsored By The APRIL 27-MAY 10, 2017 ALUMNI.WUSTL.EDU

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1 Jewels of VIETNAM& CAMBODIA featuring a luxurious MEKONG RIVER CRUISE Sponsored By The APRIL 27-MAY 10, 2017 ALUMNI.WUSTL.EDU

2 Inspiring Moments A World Apart The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences with local people. The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. The other important characters in this story are the guides and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider perspective and commentary. With these specialists at your side, become intimately engaged in the rhythm of the community, adding another memorable chapter to the rich story of your life. Above: Royal Palace, Phnom Penh >Cherish a quiet moment at the awe-inspiring monuments of Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm and Angkor Thom. >Immerse yourself in the culture of Mekong River communities during a seven-night deluxe cruise. >Admire the exquisite costumes and graceful movements of dancers performing the Apsara, Cambodia s famous folk dance. >Explore Phnom Penh by cyclo, the ubiquitous bicycle rickshaw. >Try local food and browse for souvenirs at local markets along the Mekong River. >Meet and speak with Cambodian students to learn about their lives and the local education system.

3 Washington University Alumni and Friends, Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, two wondrous countries imbued with all the riches that come with long histories and diverse cultures. Stroll through exotic, ancient temples, savor traditional Vietnamese and Cambodian cuisine, and watch artisans create traditional handicrafts. Your journey begins with three nights in Siem Reap, Cambodia, gateway to the magnificent Angkor temples. Then embark on a seven-night Mekong cruise on the exclusively chartered Mekong Navigator before spending three nights in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam. This is an exceptional opportunity to experience the ease, value and fun of group travel. Our itinerary also offers plenty of time to explore independently, allowing you to make discoveries of your own. Space on this spectacular journey is limited. Make your reservations today! Sincerely, The Washington University Travel Committee John Fox Arnold Kent Hirschfelder, AB'67, MBA'70 Thomas Lancaster, PhD'83 Gail Lewin, JD'76 Mike Long, AB'60, JD'62 Tom Lowther, JD'62, MA'99* Molly McConnell, AB'66 Tom McConnell, AB'66 Sandy Rothschild, AB'67, MBA'71 Ann Ruwitch Joseph Sheehan, BS'02, MS'06 *Chairman P.S. The Washington University Travel Committee strongly recommends that you purchase travel insurance for every trip on which you plan to embark. Unforeseen circumstances may cause you to cancel your trip at the last minute, and travel insurance will help to ensure that your fees are refunded. Washington University does not offer its own travel insurance, but you may purchase a policy through AHI Travel. Cai Be

4 Angkor Thom Originally a part of French Indochina, Cambodia and Vietnam have intriguing local cultures with French flourishes. Discover these cultures and more on this exciting journey to Siem Reap, Cambodia, where you can stand among the spectacular Angkor temples, and the Vietnamese capital of Saigon, where you will explore the city and its historic landmarks. Cruise the Mekong River aboard the luxurious Mekong Navigator to visit rural towns and villages as well as Phnom Penh, the Cambodian capital. day one d Siem Reap, Cambodia Welcome to Siem Reap, Cambodia! TransferA and check in to the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf and Spa Resort. Join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner. YOUR INDIVIDUAL EXPERIENCE Sometimes you want a more in-depth experience to take you further afield. That s why we have designed an extension to allow you to craft your individual travel experience. Check out our extension in Hanoi, featuring a one-night cruise at Ha Long Bay. We ve done the legwork. Now the choice is yours. ELECTIVE extension available at an additional cost Wat Hanchey day two b l Siem Reap Angkor Excursion: Angkor Wat. Discover the crown jewel of the Angkor Archaeological Park. Angkor Wat is the grandest of the temples that sit within the 155-square-mile park. Originally dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, the temple eventually became filled with Buddhist elements as the new religion spread through the empire. day three b Siem Reap Angkor Excursion: Ta Prohm and Thommanon. After centuries of human neglect, the jungle has claimed the temples, courtyards and paths of this once-great Buddhist monastery. Continue to Thommanon, a recently restored temple with exquisite Apsara carvings. day four Angkor Kampong Cham Excursion: Angkor Thom. This great walled city once was home to 1 million people. It was the

5 View of Mekong River from Wat Hanchey Phnom Srei Ta Prohm last capital of the Khmer Empire, which ended in the mid-15th century. The Bayon is the imposing temple in the center of the city. Its 54 towers feature carvings of more than 200 smiling faces. Transfer to Kampong Cham to embark the Mekong Navigator. Join a Welcome Aboard Reception and Dinner. day five Wat Hanchey Kampong Cham Excursion: Wat Hanchey. Walk to Wat Hanchey and receive a traditional Buddhist water blessing from the monks. Excursion: Kampong Cham. Visit Phnom Pros, which means Man Hill, and Phnom Srei, Woman Hill. See the incredible stupa, a reclining Buddha that stretches nearly 33 feet long and a preaching Buddha that stands nearly 43 feet tall. day six Ankgor Ban Excursion: Angkor Ban. Sail upstream on the scenic Tonle Sap River, a very narrow, winding river, for a glimpse of rural river life in Cambodia. Visit the rural village of Angkor Ban, where you will be welcomed into the home of one of the local families to learn about daily life in this small village. Visit a local monastery. Tour a school, and meet students and the principal. day seven Phnom Penh Educational Focus: Geography and Life Along the Mekong. Excursion: Phnom Penh. Take a cyclo ride through the city of Phnom Penh. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the grounds of the Royal Palace, viewing the Throne Hall and Moonlight Pavilion. See the Silver Pagoda before your cyclo driver takes you to the National Museum for a tour of Angkor artifacts. This evening, watch a performance of traditional folk dances onboard the ship. day eight Phnom Penh Excursion: Killing Fields and Genocide Museum. Drive to the Cheoung Ek Killing Fields to see the memorial and museum dedicated to the thousands of victims who lost their lives during the brutal Khmer Rouge regime in the late 1970s. Continue to Tuol Sleng, a former school converted into the Khmer Rouge s infamous prison, S-21. Independent Exploration: The afternoon is at leisure. day nine Tan Chau, Vietnam Cross the border into Vietnam. Excursion: Life in the Mekong Delta. Experience vastly different ways of life along the Mekong Delta today when your sampan sails to a

6 Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Saigon Mekong Delta Cao Dai temple. The Cao Dai religion is one of the unique amalgam religions founded in Vietnam in an effort to stop the fighting between various faiths. Enjoy a short ride on a xe loi, a Vietnamese tuk tuk, to a family-owned, mat-weaving workshop before returning to the sampans to visit a floating fish farm. day ten Sa Dec Cai Be Excursion: Sa Dec and Cai Be. Take a sampan through the scenic canals at Sa Dec. In the town of Sa Dec, see the home of Hyun Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras to write her famous novel, L Amant. Stroll through the town s market. Board a sampan for a scenic cruise through Cai Be. Stop at the historic An Kiet House and a traditional rice factory, where workers produce rice paper, rice wine, popped rice and many varieties of traditional candies. Attend the ship s Farewell Reception and Dinner. day eleven b l My Tho Saigon Disembark in My Tho, and transfer to Saigon and the Park Hyatt Saigon. Excursion: Ben Thanh Market. Shop like a local at Ben Thanh Market. An important part of daily life in Saigon, the market hall was built by the French in Everything from flowers and fruit to silk cloth to lacquerware and other handicrafts is for sale. Independent Exploration: Spend the rest of the day at leisure. day twelve b Saigon Excursion: A City at War. Visit the Reunification Palace, headquarters of the South Vietnamese government during the Vietnam War.

7 Mekong Navigator Explore the Mekong River in style aboard the Mekong Navigator, a deluxe river cruiser inspired by the French Colonial architecture of the region. The all-suite ship provides all the convenience and comfort of a luxury hotel without denying you the thrills of complete immersion in the Mekong River culture. Your English-speaking crew and staff are devoted to creating an exceptional and memorable journey with attentive, gracious and personalized service. Le Marché, the ship s restaurant, will take you on a gastronomic journey of local and international cuisine with fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that fill the local markets, and a variety of complimentary beverages are available onboard. Relax in the lounge and watch sunsets from the observation deck. Pamper yourself at the spa or check out a book about the region from the library. Wi-Fi is complimentary. Each suite features automatic climate controls, a marble bathroom with a shower, satellite television, a minibar, complimentary bottled water and a fruit basket upon arrival. Walk to the Notre Dame Cathedral, a 19thcentury church, and Ho Chi Minh City Hall to admire the French Colonial architecture. Visit the War Remnants Museum, which contains artifacts from the 1945 August Revolution through the end of the Vietnam War. Excursion: Chinese Saigon. Explore the Cholon district, center of the Chinese community in Saigon. See Cha Tam Church, the setting for one of most dramatic scenes of the Vietnam War, and Thien Hau Temple, a shrine to the goddess of the seas. day thirteen b d Saigon Excursion: Cu Chi Tunnels. This warren of pathways, living areas and storerooms was the Viet Cong s underground operations center from Saigon to the Cambodian border during the Vietnam War. Visit a section of the tunnels at Ben Dinh, where you may go underground. Gather with your fellow travelers tonight for a Farewell Dinner. day fourteen b Saigon After breakfast, transfera to the airport for the return flight to your gateway city. Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces may be uneven or unpaved. A Provided for AHI FlexAir participants B L D denotes included breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

8 ACCOMMODATIONS SOFITEL ANGKOR PHOKEETHRA GOLF AND SPA RESORT SIEM REAP PARK HYATT SAIGON SAIGON Our travel experts have selected these luxury properties, each in a prime location, for your comfort. Details in the design and décor celebrate the local culture and enhance the ambience of each hotel. Their restaurants feature menus of elegantly prepared local and international cuisine. Of utmost importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities and accommodations, allowing you to maximize the enjoyment of your stay. ELECTIVE POST-TRIP EXTENSION IN HANOI & HA LONG BAY In ancient times, according to legend, dragons swooped down upon Ha Long Bay (giving the bay its name, Bay of Descending Dragons) to protect the local people from invaders. The gems the dragons spat into the water created the dramatic limestone formations we admire today. Take a one-night cruise of the bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, aboard a modern, elegant Vietnamese junk. You have the opportunity to swim in the bay, kayak, join a tai chi class and more. Also enjoy two nights deluxe accommodation as you get to know the city of Hanoi. This extension includes: two nights at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi; a guided Hanoi tour; a one-night cruise aboard the Paradise Luxury; transfer to the Saigon airport; flight to Hanoi; transfer to Hanoi hotel; round-trip transfers between hotel and ship; three breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners; services of an AHI Travel Director and an AHI Hospitality Desk; baggage handling on all transfers; guide and driver gratuities; and all taxes and service charges. Price: USD $1,295 per person, double occupancy; USD $1,695 single occupancy

9 Reserve your trip to Vietnam & Cambodia today! Trip #: W Send to: Jewels of Vietnam & Cambodia Washington University Alumni Association c/o AHI Travel International Tower-Suite W. Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL Please contact AHI Travel at for reservations or information. You may also phone the Alumni Association at 866 WU-TRIPS or at Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) (1) Title First Middle Last Date of Birth (2) Title First Middle Last Date of Birth Street Address: City: State: ZIP: Home: ( ) Cell: ( ) Sharing with. (Form sent separately.) Three-Night Post-Trip Extension to Hanoi & Ha Long Bay, Vietnam Please make reservations for me/us on the Hanoi & Ha Long Bay Elective Post-Trip extension. I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: Cabin Category Desired: 1st choice 2nd choice Land/Cruise Program and AHI FlexAir I/we reserve the Land Program and request the AHI FlexAir to Siem Reap, Cambodia, with a return from Saigon, Vietnam, to depart from: Departure City Please contact me regarding air options. Please send me information on upgrading my flights. Land/Cruise Program I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. Single Accommodations I prefer single accommodations at an additional $1,595 (limited availability). I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations to be paid in full by February 9, 2017 (75 days prior to departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by payment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover or Amex. Make checks payable to AHI Travel. Enclosed is a deposit of ($600 pp required) to reserve place(s). Accept my check made payable to AHI Travel. Charge my: MasterCard Visa Discover Amex Card # Expires / (Signature as it appears on credit card) Please note: Any payment to AHI International constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out herein, including but not limited to the cancellation terms. If you are interested in making independent travel arrangements before and/or after this program, please contact AHI Travel at no later than 60 days prior to departure and they will be happy to assist you with your reservations. A nonrefundable service fee and additional air/land charges based on reservations apply. ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY-The AHI Travel Passenger Protection Plan offers an Any Reason Cancellation feature. Don't worry! Travel happy! NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who is fit and 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 Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINER- ARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program 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 to change by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage 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 participating in this travel program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to you, or obtaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicity and/or training activities. RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any such person or entity or any third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any substitution of hotels or of common carrier 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 and other information current at the time of printing, are subject to change at or before the time of departure. 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The passage contract in use, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or purchaser of this trip. CANCELLATION-All cancellations for any reason will be subject to a $250 per person administrative fee. You may choose, at the time of cancellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to a future AHI Travel program that will operate in the current calendar year or year following. Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; days, 50% of the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the time of departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHI Travel. 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10 LAND CRUISE PROGRAM April 27-May 10, 2017 These dates do not include air travel dates. Category-Deck Full Price Special Savings Special Price* E-Superior-Jasmine 256 sq. ft. $5,145 $250 $4,895* D-Vista-Lotus 276 sq. ft. $5,745 $250 $5,495* C-Signature-Orchid 291 sq. ft. $6,045 $250 $5,795* B-Prestige-Orchid 387 sq. ft. $6,845 $250 $6,595* A-Grande-Orchid 584 sq. ft. $7,445 $250 $7,195* All cabins are outward facing. Categories A, B and C feature a balcony. Category D features a French balcony. Category E has portholes. *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. Port charges are an additional $179 per person. All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air transportation costs (unless otherwise stated). Single accommodations are an additional $1,595 (limited availability). Let us arrange your flights! A AHI FlexAir Our experts are ready to assist you in booking flights. Our personalized air program offers the following advantages: > a price guarantee to protect you from fuel surcharge increases after ticket purchase > arrival and departure transfers on most flights > flexibility to change or cancel your reservations without penalty up to 60 days before departure on most flights > discounted prices for business-class upgrades > assistance in the event of schedule changes or delays > flight insurance worth up to USD 250,000, subject to policy terms Travel stress free with AHI FlexAir. Cambodian Apsara dancer UNESCO This program features the ancient city of Angkor, Cambodia, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Angkor Wat wasstl.ahitravel.com

11 INCLUDED FEATURES ACCOMMODATIONS (With baggage handling.) Three nights in Siem Reap, Cambodia, at the deluxe Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf and Spa Resort. Seven nights aboard the deluxe Mekong Navigator. Three nights in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam, at the deluxe Park Hyatt Saigon. TRANSFERS All transfers within the Land/Cruise Program: cruise and deluxe motor coaches, including baggage handling. MEALS Enjoy an extensive meal program, including 13 breakfasts, nine lunches and nine dinners. Water, soft drinks, coffee, tea, and local spirits and beer are complimentary onboard. Wine is included with dinner. Sample authentic regional specialties at local restaurants. Gather with your fellow travelers at Welcome and Farewell Receptions and Dinners. YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL PROGRAM An informative educational presentation by a local expert will enhance your insight into the region. Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. Personal VOX listening devices allow you to hear every word from your expert, English-speaking guides. All excursions: Visit the ancient temples of Angkor. Meet local students to learn about school life, and visit a family in their home to learn about the local lifestyle. Receive an age-old Buddhist blessing at a wat. Explore Phnom Penh by cyclo. Visit the Royal Palace, Silver Palace and National Museum. Learn about Cambodia s Killing Fields. Observe daily life in the Mekong Delta. Take a sampan ride through the canals at Sa Dec and Cai Be. Visit a traditional rice factory. Stroll through Saigon s Ben Thanh Market. Visit the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum and more in Saigon. Descend into the Cu Chi Tunnels. AHI TRAVEL EXPERTISE From your reservation to your return home, we are here to ensure you have the adventure of a lifetime. Before you go: > TRAVEL CONSULTANTS These experts stand ready to answer your questions about activities, meals, accommodations and more as they guide you through the reservation process. > PASSENGER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Once you have reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from this specialist, your one point of contact who will help you with everything from arranging flights to booking elective activities to fulfilling special requests. > TRAVEL INFORMATION Receive extensive destination information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team to fully prepare you for your journey. Once you arrive: On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer their insiders perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub to sharing a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated team takes your adventure to the next level. > TRAVEL DIRECTOR Throughout your journey, you will be in the care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage all the logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the ambience. Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Travel Director helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable travel experience. > EXPERT GUIDES Who better to show you around than the people who live there? We ve specially selected informed and enthusiastic local professional guides who understand the needs of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and genuine, they re ready to share their passion for their country with you. > LECTURERS Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining local lecturers open your eyes to history and current events. The breadth of their knowledge deepens your appreciation for the region and its heritage.

12 Campus Box 1210 One Brookings Drive St. Louis, MO HMEKONG wasstl.ahitravel.com Mekong Navigator Discover authentic Vietnam & Cambodia on a Mekong River cruise! Please call or refer to our website for the most current program information, discounts and pricing. AHI Travel s mission is to deliver inspirational educational and cultural travel programs that delight travelers. With AHI you can rely on: Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of your journey. An exceptional travel value. Unique access to local sites. Flexibility and customization. Safety and security. Presorted Std. U.S. Postage Paid AHI Travel