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FEATURING NORWAY, DENMARK & SWEDEN NORDIC MAGNIFICENCE July 17-27, 2016 Full Special Special Price Savings Price $4,245 $250 $3,995* *Special Price valid if booked by 10/1/2015. VAT is an additional $495 per person. All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air transportation costs (unless otherwise stated) and valid until October 1, 2015. Please contact us for current pricing and information. Single accommodations are an additional $795 (limited availability).

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FEATURING NORWAY, DENMARK & SWEDEN

NORDIC MAGNIFICENCE

July 17-27, 2016

Full Special SpecialPrice Savings Price

$4,245 $250 $3,995*

*Special Price valid if booked by 10/1/2015.

VAT is an additional $495 per person.

All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air transportation costs (unless otherwise stated) and valid until October 1, 2015. Please contact us for current pricing and information. Single accommodations are an additional $795 (limited availability).

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Scandinavia evokes thoughtsof Nordic mariners chargingthe waves aboard gracefullyarched Viking ships. Its land-scape is imprinted with thelast ice age — stunningfjords, jutting glacier-coveredmountains and crystal-bluelakes. Begin your journey in picturesque Denmark. From your base in cosmopolitan Copenhagen, cruisepicturesque canals and delve into the fairy-tale atmosphere of the city.Journey through the Oslo Fjord to Norway, birthplace of legends aboutprincesses, heroes and trolls, to discover the cities of Oslo and Bergen andenjoy a ride on the scenic Bergen Railway. Throughout your journey, enjoyonce-in-a-lifetime experiences as you witness the natural beauty of theregion.

INCLUDED FEATURES

Accommodations• Three nights in Copenhagen,Denmark, at the CopenhagenAdmiral Hotel.

• One night aboard a DFDSSeaways ferry.

• Two nights in Oslo at theRadisson Blu Scandinavia.

• Three nights in Bergen, Norway,at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel.

Transportation • All deluxe motor coach transfers,

train rides and boat rides in theLand/Cruise Program itinerary andbaggage handling on these transfersare included.

Activities and Events• Informative educational programs presented by localexperts will enhance your insightinto the region.

• All excursions as outlined in yourprogram itinerary.

• Personal VOX listening deviceto hear every word from your expertEnglish-speaking guides.

• Attend a Welcome Reception anda Farewell Dinner.

Extensive Meal Program• Enjoy nine breakfasts, four lunches

and two dinners, as well as tea orcoffee with all meals.

• Take advantage of leisure time to try the local cuisine independently.

MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS• Consultation services of a

dedicated Passenger ServiceRepresentative prior to departure.

• Services of an experienced TravelDirector throughout your stay.

• Tipping of excursion guides and drivers.

• Detailed travel and destination information to assist in planning.

• Complimentary travel wallet.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Your exclusive Small-Group experience is limited to 28 travelers to maximize your travel experience.• Deluxe hotel accommodations, renowned for

every modern convenience and amenity, in three locations.• A uniquely designed itinerary provides exceptional opportunities to

experience Nordic history, culture and traditions. • Delight in the fairy-tale atmosphere of Copenhagen during a walking tour

featuring the life of Hans Christian Anderson.• Journey via the Bergen Railway from Oslo to Bergen and on an overnightferry from Copenhagen to Oslo through the dramatic Oslo Fjord.

• Cruise the canals of Copenhagen and the Songefjord, the King of theFjords.

NORDIC MAGNIFICENCEfeaturing NORWAY, DENMARK & SWEDEN

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DAY 1 ~ IN TRANSITDepart for Copenhagen, Denmark.A Provided for AHI FlexAir participants.

DAY 2 ~ COPENHAGEN,DENMARKUpon arrival, transferA to theCopenhagen Admiral hotel. After an afternoon at leisure, gatherwith your fellow travelers in the eveningfor a Welcome Reception.DAY 3 ~ COPENHAGENExcursion: Castles andCopenhagen’s Canals. VisitRosenborg Castle to admire the crownjewels. After lunch in a local restaurant,cruise along the city’s canals and seethe Opera House, Amalienborg Palaceand The Little Mermaid. Local Flavor: Savor regional specialties during lunch at aCopenhagen restaurant.Independent Exploration: Spendthe afternoon at leisure.DAY 4 ~ COPENHAGENExcursion: Hans ChristianAndersen’s Copenhagen. Enjoy awalking tour into the fairy-tale land ofHans Christian Andersen as you learnabout the lifestyles of local residentsand famous Danes, including Andersen,who spent much of his life here.Independent Exploration: Theafternoon is free for sightseeing.DAY 5 ~ COPENHAGEN/OSLO, NORWAYIndependent Exploration: Spendyour last morning in Demark at leisure.This afternoon, embark an overnightferry toward Norway and Oslo Fjord.DAY 6 ~ OSLOAfter breakfast, head out on the deck towitness the magnificent views of theNorwegian coastline as the ferryapproaches Oslo.Excursion: Oslo. This thriving capitaloffers breathtaking vistas and greatmuseums. Tour the city, including theHolmenkollen Ski Jump andVigelandsparken.Continue to the Radisson BlueScandinavia and check in.Independent Exploration: Spendthe afternoon at leisure.DAY 7 ~ OSLOEducational Focus: Viking &Norwegian Emigration

Excursion: Nordic Seafarers. Visitthe Viking Ships Museum, home to theGokstad, Tune and Oseberg — theworld’s best-preserved Viking ship —ships as well as Viking ships foundalong the Oslo Fjord, some buried inthe waters for more than 1,000 years.Continue to the Kon-Tiki Museum.Independent Exploration: Spendthe afternoon at leisure.DAY 8 ~ OSLO/BERGENToday, transfer to Bergen via the BergenRailway — consistently ranked as oneof the world’s most scenic rail journeys— and see the imposingHardangervidda. Upon arrival, check in to the RadissonBlu Royal Hotel.DAY 9 ~ BERGENEducational Focus: The Originsand Cultural Influence ofNorway’s Fjords.Excursion: Bergen. Explore old andnew sections of the city, includingHanseatic warehouses, St. Mary’sChurch and composer Edvard Grieg’shome.Independent Exploration: Spendthe afternoon at leisure.DAY 10 ~ BERGENExcursion: Highlights of Norway.Admire the stunning scenery as youtravel through Norway. Take a trainalong the eastern fjords to Myrdal.Continue to Flaam, where there will betime at leisure. Later, cruise the crystalline Songefjord to Gudvangen.Take a train back to Bergen.Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner.DAY 11 ~ IN TRANSITTransfer to the Bergen airport for thereturn flight to your gateway city.A

NOTE: The information presented is preliminary.Itineraries, included features and schedules are subject to change. Many excursions in thisprogram involve an element of walking.

ACCOMMODATIONS

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COPENHAGEN ADMIRAL HOTEL

Copenhagen, Denmark

Situated near shopping and local attractions, including Gefion Fountain,the Copenhagen Admiral Hotel boastsviews of the Opera House and the harbor. Enjoy a drink in its renownedSALT bar and restaurant. Each guestroom is unique, but each features rusticdécor and a maritime ambience.Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.

RADISSON BLU SCANDINAVIAOslo, Norway

Ideally located near Karl Johans Gateand the Oslo Fjord, the Radisson BlueScandinavia boasts convenience to localattractions as well as breathtaking viewsof Oslo’s natural surroundings. After aday of exploring the city, perhaps take alap in the indoor pool, work out in thefitness center or have a drink in thehotel’s bar. The well-appointed guest rooms are finished with moderndécor. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.

DFDS SEAWAYSStay in private, outward-facingCommodore Class cabins as the ferrycruises overnight from Denmark toNorway. Take advantage of shopping onthe ship, or enjoy live entertainment.Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.

RADISSON BLU ROYAL HOTELBergen, Norway

Located on Bergen’s beautiful waterfrontin the Bryggen district, a UNESCO WorldHeritage site, the Radisson Blue RoyalHotel incorporates the traditional aesthetic of this historic area and offersa convenient base from which to exploreBergen. Each night, relax in your well-appointed guest room, decorated withcomfortable yet modern finishes.Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

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ENHANCED PROGRAMMING

Optional Extension: Stockholm.Enjoy three nights in this bustling capital set in a breathtaking archipelago.Available at an additional cost.

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If you are interested in making independent travel arrangements in conjuctionwith this program, please contact AHI Travel at 800-323-7373 no later than 60days prior to departure. A nonrefundable service fee applies.

Reserve your trip to Scandinavia today!

Send to: Nordic MagnificenceLinda BallUSC Trojan TravelWidney Alumni House635 Childs WayLos Angeles, CA 90089-0461Fax: 213-821-6011

Please contact the Trojan Travel Office at 213-821-6005 with questions regardingthis trip or to make a reservation.

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Flam, Norway

NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratu-ities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned inthis 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 per-son as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical ormental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject only to therequirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to the unused services andaccommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitationthose who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who is fitand 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 AdvancePurchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may belevied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which casepenalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or canceledafter ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, allyear Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATERTHAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservationsindependently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of pro-gram 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 tochange by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/overweightpieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe accordingly. Transport ofbaggage 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 itsstaff, or from trip participants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip activities. By par-ticipating in this travel program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to you, orobtaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic and video recordings of you, as wellas voice recordings included with any videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicityand/or training activities.RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or operate any entity whichprovides goods or services for this program, and act only as agents for the independent suppliers oftravel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities areindependent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not liable for anynegligence or willful act of any such person or entity or any third person. In addition and without limi-tation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, delayed depar-ture or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury to person or property oraccident, mechanical defect, failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection withany accommodations, transportation or other services or for any substitution of hotels or of commoncarrier 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 andother information current at the time of printing, are subject to change at or before the time ofdeparture. No revisions of the printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, theright is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might become necessary, with themutual understanding that any additional expenses will be paid by the individual passenger. Baggageand personal effects are the sole responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire program iscanceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim other than for a full refund. By forwardingthe deposit, the passenger certifies that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disabili-ty that would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and accepts the terms of thiscontract set out herein and in more specific pre-departure passenger information. The airlines andother transportation companies concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission, orevent, during the time passengers are not on board their conveyances. The passage contract in use,when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/orpurchaser of this trip.CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancellations for any reason whatso-ever will be subject to a $250 per person administrative fee. {Please note that you may choose, at thetime of cancellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to a future AHI Travel program that willoperate in the current calendar year or year following.} Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior todeparture will result in forfeiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% ofthe trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the time of departure will result in 100% for-feiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICA-TION WILL BE SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHIInternational Corporation.

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