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Hofburg Palace, Vienna

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Palace and Gardens of Schönbrunn

Melk Abbey

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July 16-31, 2020

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Dear Friend of the Garden:Join us on this cultural adventure through eight countries! The incomparable heritage,

fascinating history and botanical wonders of Eastern Europe come to life during a cruise alongthe mighty Danube, the continent’s most famous river. Each day is filled with new discoveriesas we experience this crossroads of culture, discover beautiful gardens and explore buzzingmetropolises.

We’ll begin with two nights in Sofia, Bulgaria. Then revel in unspoiled riverside landscapeswhile sailing along the Danube, before concluding in the beautiful city of Prague, Czech Republic. Along the way, visit inspiring UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the remarkable Wachau Valley, and taste the region’s wines and cuisine. Visit botanical gardenswith incredible histories and collections in Sofia, Vienna and Prague. Plus, in most ports, customize your cruise with choices of cultural, active and culinary activities designed to highlight Eastern Europe’s history as well as its daily life. You are sure to return home dreaming of fairy-tale castles and memorable evenings spent stargazing along the Danube.

Travel in comfort and enjoy the excursions, cultural events and lectures selected especiallyfor you. This is an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture, cuisine and landscapes of eight countries on a deluxe travel program. Make your reservations today!

Sincerely,

Patricia Arnold, CFREVice President | Institutional AdvancementMissouri Botanical Garden

LAND | CRUISE PROGRAM

Category-Deck Full Price Special Savings Special Price*

E-Haydn (Mid Aft) $5,345 $250 $5,095

D-Haydn (Midship) $5,545 $250 $5,295

C-Strauss (Aft) $5,845 $250 $5,595

B-Strauss (Midship) $5,945 $250 $5,695

A-Mozart (Aft) $6,145 $250 $5,895

Suite-Mozart (Midship) $6,645 $250 $6,395

Suites feature a balcony. Categories A, B and C feature a drop-down panoramic window. Categories D and E feature a window.

*Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. VAT and Port Tax supplement is an additional $395 per person.

All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air transportation costs (unless otherwise stated).

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> Travel Information | Receive extensive destination information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team to prepare you fully 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 youenjoy an unforgettable travel experience.

> Expert Guides | Who better to show you around than the people who live there? We’ve speciallyselected 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 theircountry with you.

> Lecturers | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining local lecturers open your eyes to historyand current events. The breadth of their knowledge deepens your appreciation for the region andits heritage.

AHI Travel ExpertiseFrom your reservation to your return home, we are here to ensure you have the adventure of a lifetime.

Accommodations(with baggage handling)

• 2 nights in Sofia, Bulgaria, at the deluxe Sofia Hotel Balkan.

• 9 nights aboard the exclusively chartered,first-class MS Amadeus Queen.

• 3 nights in Prague, Czech Republic, at thedeluxe Art Deco Imperial Hotel.

Transfers• Deluxe motor coach transfers during the

Land | Cruise Program, plus baggage handling.

Extensive Meal Program• 14 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 10 dinners,

including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; teaor coffee with all meals, plus wine, beer or softdrinks with lunch and dinner.

• Opportunities to sample authentic cuisine and local flavors.

Your One-of-a-Kind Journey• Expert-led Enrichment programs enhance

your insight into the region.

• Discovery excursions highlight the local culture, heritage and history:–Admire Sofia’s landmarks and UniversityBotanical Garden.

–Take a panoramic tour of Vidin.–Discover Belgrade’s historic sites.–Witness storied Croatian towns. –Enjoy a city tour and wine tasting in Pécs.–Celebrate the region’s cuisine and dance.–Tour gardens at the University of Vienna.–Marvel at Melk’s Benedictine abbey.–Uncover the highlights of beautiful Passau.–Experience the best of captivating Prague.

Choose from a selection of PERSONALIZE YOUR JOURNEY | PYJexcursions in these towns:

• AHI Connects: Local immersion.• Free time to pursue your own interests.• Welcome and Farewell Receptions to mingle

with fellow travelers.• A personal VOX headset to hear your English-

speaking guide clearly.• Tipping of guides and drivers.

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Let us arrange your flights!AHI FlexAir | Our experts are ready to assist

you in booking flights. Our personalized air programoffers the following advantages:

>price guarantee to protect you from fuel surchargeincreases after ticket purchase.

>arrival and departure transfers on group dates.

>flexibility to change or cancel your reservationswithout penalty up to 60 days before departure onmost flights.

>assistance in the event of schedule changes or delays.

>flight insurance worth up to $250,000, subject to policy terms.

Travel stress-free with AHI FlexAir.

UNESCO World Heritage

1.Budapest, Hungary, including the Banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarterand Andrássy Avenue, Hungary

2.Historic Center of Vienna, Austria

3.Wachau Cultural Landscape, Austria

4.Jewish Quarter, and Historic Center of Prague, Czech Republic

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Old Town Square, Prague

Head of Decebalus, Iron Gate Gorge

Cycling along the Danube

Belgrade

Inspiring Moments

YOUR INDIVIDUAL EXPERIENCEFree time means something different to every traveler. You may like to linger in a cozy café or stay on the go. That’s why we design itineraries that allow you to craft an individual travel experience.

PERSONALIZE YOUR JOURNEY | PYJ | Included Choose from a variety of excursions in selected locales based on your interests.

Check out our itinerary for more details. We’ve done the legwork. Now the choice is yours.

A Note About Activity Levels

We want you to have a comfortable and enjoyable experience. That’s why we haverated all of our excursions with activity levels to help you assess this program’s physical expectations. Depending on the excursion,more leisurely alternatives may be available.Please call or visit our website to review theitinerary for full details about our activity levels.

Excursions on this program require:

>walking on cobblestones, unpaved paths or uneven surfaces

> getting on/off motor coaches and boats

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 celebrated Danube River region, adding another

memorable chapter to the rich story of your life.

A World Apart

Above: Illuminated Budapest | Cover photo: Danube River, Wachau Valley

>Witness Budapest’s glowing, amber skylineduring an evening sail on the Danube.

>Gaze at the scenic wonderof Iron Gate Gorge, anengineering marvel.

>Discover the history andgrandeur of timeless Vienna.

>Delight in the beguiling, relaxed ambience ofBratislava’s old town.

> Applaud the graceful turnsand flowing movements of elegant waltz dancersduring an exclusiveperformance.

> Sip vintages during awine tasting in Pécs.

>Marvel at the lush, story-book landscape of theWachau Valley.

> Savor a moment of quietthought in the marbledhalls of Melk Abbey.

Located in Prague’s city center, the landmark Art Deco Imperial Hotel is one of the city’s registered historic buildings. Its richly decorated Imperial Café, one of Prague’s most beautifulrestaurants, provides exquisite cuisine. In Sofia, enjoy the centrally located Sofia Hotel Balkan,built as part of the President’s Palace complex. The hotel’s Stardust Restaurant offers Bulgariandishes, and guest rooms are decorated in a traditional European style.

ART DECO IMPERIAL HOTEL |

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLICSOFIA HOTEL BALKAN |

SOFIA, BULGARIA

Newly launched in 2018, the MS Amadeus Queen is specially designed for cruising Europe’srivers, and its seasoned crew provides the highest level of service. Its elegant bars and loungesfeature large windows that offer you remarkable, broad views of the scenery. When you want to unwind, take a dip in the indoor pool, complete with a retractable roof. Savor international cuisine at the restaurant’s breakfast and lunch buffets, and delight in regional specialties servedwith wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner. In the evening, relax in your cabin or suite,and enjoy satellite TV and your private bathroom with shower. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.

MS Amadeus Queen

Day 1 | In Transit

Depart gateway city for Sofia, Bulgaria.

Day 2 | Sofia, Bulgaria

Upon arrival, transfer to the Sofia Hotel Balkan.

Free Time: Spend the afternoon at leisure, per-haps admiring Sofia’s many beautiful churches.

Day 3 | Sofia

Enrichment: Prologue to the Bulgarian Revival.

Discovery: Sofia. Delight in Sofia’s many land-marks. See the ancient ruins of Serdica, and admire St. George Rotunda, Alexander NevskyCathedral and Alexander Battenberg Square.

Discovery: University Botanical Garden.Founded in 1892 by Dr. Stefan Georgiev, thissprawling garden features over 2,500 species in outdoor settings and greenhouses. During yourtour with an expert guide, view a variety of tropicalplants, including orchids, ferns and cacti, plusover 40 species of rose bushes in the Rosarium.

Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner.

Day 4 | Sofia | Vidin

After breakfast, transfer to Vidin and savor amemorable lunch and stunning views of rock formations at The Rocks restaurant.

Discovery: Ancient Vidin. Tour one of Bulgaria’soldest towns, and see the Osman Pazvantoglu Library and Mosque, plus other highlights. Visitthe 17th-century St. Panteleimon Church and themedieval Baba Vida Fortress.

Embark your first-class ship and commence yourthrilling Danube River journey. Later, gather for theship’s Welcome Aboard Reception and Dinner.

Day 5 | Iron Gate Gorge

Sail past the cliffs of the Carpathian Mountains,and enter the Iron Gate Gorge, one of Europe’smost magnificent natural wonders that is part ofthe boundary between Romania and Serbia.

Discovery: Frühschoppen! All hands on deck for Frühschoppen, a German mid-morningtradition! Relax and enjoy a spread of warm pretzels, sausages, beer and more.

Day 6 | Belgrade, Serbia

Enrichment:Modern Serbia.

PYJ | Choose one of these excursions:

•Highlights of Belgrade. This fourth-centurycapital is a hub of architecture and culture. Marvel at the ornate Orthodox cathedral, andstep into St. Sava, a shining feature of Belgrade.

•Eating Like a Local. Take a sensory journey ofSerbian gastronomy. Taste creamy kajmak, thelocal cheese, and other regional treats with delicious spices and flavors. Also, learn about Serbia’s customs and traditions along the way.

•Science and Scientist Tour. At the Nikola Tesla Museum, discover how this 19th-centuryinventor left his imprint on wireless technologywhile exploring interactive exhibits, original documents and short films.

Free Time: Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. A shuttle will be available for your convenience.

Discovery: Folk Show. After dinner, delight in a lively, colorful Serbian folk show on the ship.

Day 7 | Vukovar, Croatia | Osijek

AHI Connects: Rural Croatia. Visit RuralHouse in a small village and sample Slavonianfoods and delicacies.

Discovery: Osijek and Vukovar. Take a walking tour through Osijek, passing baroque buildings, military complexes and university facilities. See the plague column, built in 1729.This monument gives thanks for protection froma plague outbreak, which killed a third of thecity’s population. Continue to Vukovar to embarkon a panoramic tour of its historic center.

Rejoin the ship and sail to Mohács, Hungary.

Day 8 | Mohács, Hungary | Pécs

Discovery: Pécs. Discover Pécs, known for itsRoman ruins and Ottoman mosques. Savor bold,regional wines during a tasting.

Day 9 | Budapest

•Highlights of Budapest. Enjoy a panoramictour, passing Heroes’ Square, the Opera House,Parliament and Fisherman’s Bastion.

•Living Local. Browse food and craft stalls in the Great Market Hall, enjoy a strudel demonstration and taste the local schnapps.

•Budapest’s Jewish Quarter. Explore the Jewish Quarter, viewing the Great Synagogue,Glass House and Shoes on the Danube. Visit theHolocaust Memorial Center inside the PavaStreet Synagogue.

Discovery: Budapest by Night. Sail through abeautifully lit Budapest by night. The architecturebordering the Danube is illuminated with vividauburn hues, an unforgettable highlight!

Day 10 | Bratislava, Slovakia

Enrichment: The Velvet Revolution and theMaking of Slovakia.

•Old Town and Café. Discover Bratislava’s richpast. See St. Martin’s Cathedral, Slovak NationalTheatre, St. Michael’s Gate and Primate’sPalace, and sample pastry at a café.

•Old Town and Music. Explore the cobbledstreets of charming Old Town, viewing many ofBratislava’s most iconic sights, and revel in a performance by a talented young musician.

•Iron Curtain Bike Tour. Enjoy a leisurely biketour along the Danube to explore the Slovak-Austrian border, once part of the Iron Curtain.Enjoy vistas of the marvelous Bratislava Castle,see a pre-WWII bunker and learn about thearea’s urban transformation. (Active)

Day 11 | Vienna, Austria

Enrichment: Timeless Vienna.

•Imperial Vienna. Explore the Imperial Apartments of Hofburg Palace, followed by adrive along the Ringstrasse, one of the world’smost magnificent boulevards. See the University, the Houses of Parliament and the Opera House.

•Klosterneuburg Monastery and Wine. The 12th-century Klosterneuburg Monastery is home to the gilded copper Verdun Altar and awine estate. Witness an art collection and tastelocal wines from the monastery’s cellar.

•Schönbrunn Palace. Visit the UNESCO WorldHeritage site of Schönbrunn Palace, the former

summer residence of the Imperial family. See theluxurious State Apartments, the Hall of Mirrorsand the estate’s vast gardens.

Discovery: University of Vienna BotanicalGarden. Originally created as a pharmaceuticalgarden, this botanical oasis serves as a teaching and research facility and features over11,500 plant species. During a tour, see themedzones such as succulents and medicinal plants.

AHI Connects: Viennese Waltz.Watchprofessional Austrian ballroom dancers performthe Viennese waltz. Learn the steps of the classic dance and glide across the dance floor!

Day 12 | Dürnstein

•Dürnstein Walking Tour. This picturesquetour is steeped in baroque architecture and gorgeous scenery. Plus, visit the magnificentStiftskirche, known for its blue tower.

•Cycling the Danube. Join a guided leisurelycycle along the Danube, passing vineyards andfarms, and stop for coffee and cake. (Active)

•Wachau Winery. Travel into Dürnstein to alocal winery in a beautiful old building. Learn

about the winery’s vintages and sample a few.

This afternoon, sail through the Wachau Valley,one of Europe’s finest landscapes. Admire clusters of pretty villages, churches and castles.

Discovery:Melk Abbey. Visit Melk’s Benedictine abbey, an architectural jewel withimpressive interiors. The baroque building datesfrom 1736 and an amazing view of the mightyDanube awaits on the abbey’s terrace.

Attend a Farewell Reception and Dinner tonight.

Day 13 | Passau, Germany | Prague, Czech Republic

Discovery: Picturesque Passau. Passau has been called “one of the most beautifully situated towns in the world.” During a walkingtour, see St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the VesteOberhaus, Niedernburg Abbey and more.

Dine on German fare at a local restaurant.

Transfer to Prague and check in to the Art DecoImperial Hotel, located near Prague’s Old Townand many fantastic landmarks.

Day 14 | Prague

Discovery: Old Town and Charles Bridge.Witness the Clock Tower, whose 15th-centuryastronomical clock still works on its original system. Then stroll along the ornate CharlesBridge, Prague’s most familiar landmark.

Free Time: The remainder of the day is atleisure to make your own discoveries in Prague.

Day 15 | Prague

•Missouri Botanical Garden - Prague RoyalGardens. Founded in 1534 by Ferdinand I of Habsburg, this beautiful Renaissance gardenwas designed with the purpose of collecting

exotic plants from around the world. The gardenboasts numerous historical sites, including theRoyal Summer Residence and Ball Game Hall,as well as flowerbeds, statues and unique garden features, such as the “singing fountain.”

•Prague’s Jewish Quarter. Explore the JewishQuarter and the Prague National Jewish Museum, a showcase of fascinating history.

•Art Nouveau and Cubism. See Prague’s 20th-century architecture and buildings built inthe art nouveau and cubist fashions.

Free Time: Spend the afternoon creating yourown itinerary. You may wish to visit Prague’s intriguing museums and galleries.

Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers to recount your Danube adventure during aFarewell Reception at the hotel.

Day 16 | In Transit

Following breakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flight to your gateway city.

Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions.