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SWITZERLAND ACTIVE TRAVEL for CULTURAL EXPLORERS THUN VILLARS-SUR-OLLON Sponsored By THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION JULY 26-AUGUST 5, 2017

Below: Alpine horns included FeatureS Kandersteg Gruyères S Inspiring Moments > Take in extraordinary views of the Bernese Alps during a reathtaking steamengine train ride up the Brienzer Rothorn. > Travel to Zermatt and witness the almighty A World Apart The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the est elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story egins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences with local people. The incomparale 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 comfortaly in your surroundings. This high-calier professional makes you feel safe and important y 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. Your Switzerland chapter presents scenes of snow-kissed Alps, emerald meadows, crystal lakes, historic alpine towns and days filled with magical moments that ring your story to life. Aove: Château de Chillon, Montreux Cover photo: The Matterhorn, Zermatt > Hike scenic trails lined with green pastures in the Lauterrunnen Valley. > Delight your tasteuds with smooth Swiss chocolate and ite into cheese made from cows that graze in alpine-fresh meadows. > Take in the scenery during a thrilling cale car ride from Mürren, the highest village in the Bernese Oerland, to the valley floor 3,000 feet elow. > Relax over a glass of wine, enjoying vistas of snow-frosted summits from the terrace of your hotel in Villars-sur-Ollon. oaring crystal peaks, lush alpine meadows, gurgling streams and plunging waterfalls, the majestic Swiss landscape unfolds efore you. Gondolas and cogwheel trains whisk you to mountain summits for awe-inspring panoramas. It s easy to understand how visitors such as Brahms, Goethe, Tchaikovsky and Rilke found inspiration here. Sail across glacier-fed lakes and step into captivating Swiss villages, as your journey carries you from German-speaking Thun to French-speaking Villars-sur-Ollon. Traverse scenic trails serenaded y a symphony of cowells and reathe in sparkling mountain air, fragrant with pine and wildflowers. Day one Depart your gateway city for Zürich, Switzerland.A Day two ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND THUN Upon arrival, transfera to Thun, and check in to the Hotel Freienhof. D Mürren Lake Brienz Day three l THUN KANDERSTEG Educational Focus: Introduction to Switzerland. Excursion: Kandersteg. Journey y train to eautiful Kandersteg. Jagged peaks and glaciers provide a eautiful ackdrop for the village s dark-timer chalets. Pass grazing cows and sheep during a gondola ride up the mountain. Walk to shining Lake Oeschinen, reathing in air perfumed with pine, orchids and edelweiss. Local Flavor: Sample local specialties for lunch in Kandersteg. Day Four BERN Excursion: Bern. Sixteenth-century fountains, historic towers and sandstone façades decorate the capital city. Stand efore the ornate clock tower to watch its figures twirl efore the hourly chime. See the restored Einstein House and Switzerland s largest ecclesiastical uilding, the Gothic Cathedral of Bern. Excursion: Thun. Hugging the anks of Aare River and ringed y the majestic Bernese Alps, the storyook Swiss town of Thun awaits. See the town s fairytale medieval castle, uilt in the late 12th century. Stroll through the Town Hall Square and the Aarequai, the picturesque waterfront promenade. Independent Exploration: Enjoy free time Tonight, attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner. in Bern for lunch and exploring on your own. ACTIVE TRAVEL for CULTURAL EXPLORERS This program is moderately paced with a good alance of included activities and excursions and time to explore on your own. Travelers should e physically fit, ale to walk distances of up to 3 miles, exit and enter trains quickly and navigate stairs, hills and uneven terrain. in the car-free alpine village of Zermatt. The local cemetery holds a memorial of all the Alpine climers of the Admire spellinding views of cascading waterfalls, ice-lue glaciers and of course, the hypnotic Independent Exploration: Enjoy leisure time in Zermatt. Consider taking a cog railroad to the Gornergrat Ridge where, at more than 10,000 feet, you ll experience unrivaled vistas of the Matterhorn and mountain floor. Educational Focus: Swiss Wine. Day FiVe l BRIENZ INTERLAKEN Excursion: Brienzer Rothorn. Travel to Brienz, renowned for its traditional wood carving. Ride a steam-powered cogwheel train as it puffs its way to the mountain range s highest summit, Brienzer Rothorn. Witness unrivaled panoramas of 690 snow-dusted peaks, Day ten Excursion: Cheese and Chocolate. Visit a dairy farm to learn aout traditional cheese making. Drive through the ucolic landscape including Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Afterward, to the village of Gruyères. Discover the history cruise turquoise Lake Brienz to Interlaken, of Swiss chocolate production, and sample the where forested slopes and craggy cliffs are results during a chocolate factory tour. alive with cascading waterfalls. Independent Exploration: Spend leisure Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch atop the Rothorn. time in Gruyères. Independent Exploration: Spend time Upon arrival in Villars-sur-Ollon, check in to exploring the chic resort of Interlaken, returning the Hotel du Golf & Spa. to Thun y train on your own. Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Villars. Thun Castle, Old Town, Thun Day Six D LAUTERBRUNNEN VALLEY Educational Focus: Mountain Climing. Excursion: Lauterrunnen Valley. Journey to postcard-perfect Lauterrunnen, tucked deep into a valley oasting 72 waterfalls. From here, choose etween a scenic train ride and a hike through the valley to the car-free village of Mürren. Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner in Thun. Day SeVen D GRUYÈRES VILLARS-SUR-OLLON Travel over the Jaunpass to Villars-sur-Ollon in the French-speaking region of Switzerland. Day eight MONTREUX Excursion: French Connection. Explore the Edwardian town of Montreux. Cruise Lake Geneva to see the 800-year-old Château de Chillon, immortalized in Lord Byron s poem, The Prisoner of Chillon. Independent Exploration: Enjoy a leisurely walk through the city, admiring the magnificent homes and gardens. Day nine ZERMATT Excursion: The Spend time D VILLARS Independent Exploration: Enjoy a full day at leisure in Villars-sur-Ollon. ELECTIVE Two Countries, One Lake. Explore the Swiss and French sides of Lake Geneva, which is known as Lake Léman in France. Travel to Évian, France, the leading spa resort, internationally renowned for its healing waters. Enjoy lunch in Évian and a guided tour efore oarding a oat for a lake crossing to the pretty town of Lausanne, cultural center of Switzerland. Explore its medieval center, dominated y a grand Gothic cathedral, efore returning to Villars. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Reception, followed y a Graduation Ceremony and a special fondue dinner. Day eleven ACCOMMODATIONS (With aggage handling.) Five nights in Thun, Switzerland, at the Hotel Freienhof. Four nights in Villars-sur-Ollon at the Hotel du Golf & Spa. TRANSFER The deluxe motor coach transfer in the Land Program and aggage handling. MEALS Enjoy an extensive meal program, including nine reakfasts, two lunches and four dinners. Tea or coffee is included with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Sample authentic regional specialties at local restaurants. Attend a special Welcome Reception and Dinner. Gather for a Farewell Reception and a Graduation Ceremony followed y a Farewell Dinner. YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL PROGRAM Informative educational programs, presented y local experts, will enhance your insight into the region. Personal VOX listening devices allow you to hear every word from your expert, English-speaking guides. Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. The following excursions: Explore the town of Thun. Admire the mountains surrounding Kandersteg and Lake Oeschinen. Visit the capital of Bern. Ride a train up the Brienzer Rothorn. Hike or take a train through the Lauterrunnen Valley. Nile some of the Switzerland s famous foods: cheese and chocolate. Stroll through Montreux. Visit Zermatt for a view of the 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 aout 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 ooking elective activities to fulfilling special requests. > TRAVEL INFORMATION Receive extensive destination information and travel tips compiled y 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 est café or pu 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 e in the care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage all the logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the amience. Resourceful, knowledgeale and attentive, your Travel Director helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettale travel experience. > EXPERT GUIDES Who etter 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 readth of their knowledge deepens your appreciation for the region and its heritage. Hotel Freienhof, Thun TransferA to the airport for the return flight to your gateway city. Hotel FreienHoF Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces may e uneven or unpaved. A Provided for AHI FlexAir participants B L D denotes included reakfasts, lunches and dinners. Elective experiences availale at an additional cost Hotel Du GolF & Spa VillarS-Sur-ollon Our travel experts have carefully selected these first-class properties for their prime locations. They are ideally located for exploring the region s renowned landmarks, while providing opportunities to immerse yourself in local life. Of utmost importance is the quality of the services, amenities and accommodations, allowing you to fully enjoy your stay. Hotel du Golf, Villars-sur-Ollon thun

Dear Carolina Alumni and Friends, Join fellow Tar Heels and friends for an exciting journey through Switzerland. Experience staggering mountain scenery, turquoise lakes, lush, alpine meadowland and picture-perfect medieval towns. Your adventure egins in Switzerland s German-speaking side. From your ase in picturesque Thun, visit the federal capital of Bern and take a cogwheel train ride up the Brienzer Rothorn for an unrivaled mountain vista view. Admire waterfalls tumling from sky-high crags in Lauterrunnen Valley. On Switzerland s French-speaking side, sample delicious Swiss chocolate and cheese, then travel to Zermatt to gaze at the mighty During your adventure, enjoy in-depth presentations aout Switzerland s history, mountain climing and the secrets of Swiss winemaking. Space is limited to ensure maximum traveling comfort, so we encourage you to make your reservation today! Yours at Carolina, Douglas S. Diert '70 President The University of North Carolina General Alumni Association Note: For five years, our older son, Michael 03, lived in Lugano with his wife and their Lugano orn daughter and son. From our many visits my wife, Deie, and I can assure you that one never tires of Switzerland s spectacular eauty. 877-962-3980 norcar.ahitravel.com UNESCO Two of Switzerland s UNESCO World Heritage sites are featured in this program: 1. Old City of Bern 2. Swiss Alps Jungfrau- Aletsch