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MASTER GARDENER - AMAWATERWAYS Rhine River Study Cruise/Tour with Janet Carson August 20-27, 2018

CABIN CATEGORIES & RATES FOR 7 NIGHT CRUISE ONLY SHIP-AMAKRISTINA

CATEGORY DECK

STATEROOM

MG GROUP CRUISE ONLY RATE P.P.*

SEE CRUISE LAYOUT MAP BELOW

E***

Piano

Fixed Windows-160 Sq. Feet

$2889 p.p.

YELLOW

D***

Piano

Fixed Windows-160 Sq. Feet

$3143 p.p.

ORANGE

CB***

Violin

French Balcony-155 Sq. Feet

$3653 p.p.

LIME GREEN

CA***

Cello/ViolinFrench Balcony-170-Sq. Feet

$4078 p.p.

PURPLE

BB***

Cello

French Balcony & Outside Balcony-210 Sq. $4248 p.p. Feet

GREEN

BA***

Violin


BLUE

AB**

Cello


BRIGHT PINK

AA**

Violin


LILAC

Suite**

Violin


SOFT PINK

*subject to change

***SINGLE & **TRIPLE OCCUPANCY CABINS (Certain Categories Only), BASED ON AVAILABILITY, NOT GUARANTEED UNTIL BOOKED. CALL FOR PRICING. Additional Fees: Government Fees & Taxes $173 per person. Gratuities $130 p.p.

COUNTRIES VISITED: FRANCE, GERMANY, NETHERLANDS & SWITZERLAND RHINE RIVER

The AmaKristina – set to debut in 2017 – is a sister ship to the AmaViola and features the most advanced design of any river cruise vessel currently in operation. Our exclusive Twin Balconies are available in most staterooms, which measure a spacious 210-235 sq. feet, with four suites measuring 350 sq. feet. Passengers will enjoy gourmet dining with free-flowing fine wines at multiple onboard dining venues; a heated sun deck swimming pool with a ‘swim-up’ bar; fitness center and spa; complimentary ship-wide Wi-Fi and in-room Internet and entertainment on demand; and a fleet of bicycles carried onboard for passengers to enjoy on their own or on guided bike tours.

AMAKRISTINA-DECK PLANS

CAT. E, Piano Deck Fixed Windows, 160 sq. ft. Riverview Staterooms feature a picture window. There is also a flat-screen TV featuring local and satellite channels. Each stateroom is equipped with a hair dryer, plush terry bathrobes, slippers and a safe. Your bathroom offers a magnifying mirror and spa-quality toiletries including soaps, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion.

CAT. D, Piano Deck Fixed Windows, 160 sq. ft. Riverview Staterooms feature a picture window. There is also a flat-screen TV featuring local and satellite channels. Each stateroom is equipped with a hair dryer, plush terry bathrobes, slippers and a safe. Your bathroom offers a magnifying mirror and spa-quality toiletries including soaps, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion.

CAT. CB, Violin Deck French Balcony, 155 sq. ft. French Balcony Staterooms feature all outside accommodations on the Violin deck. There is also a flat-screen TV featuring local and satellite channels. Each stateroom is equipped with a hair dryer, plush terry bathrobes, slippers and a safe. Your bathroom offers a magnifying mirror and spa-quality toiletries including soaps, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion.

CAT. CA, Violin & Cello Deck French Balcony, 170 sq. ft. French Balcony Staterooms feature all outside accommodations, on the Violin & Cello decks. There is also a flat-screen TV featuring local and satellite channels. Each stateroom is equipped with a hair dryer, plush terry bathrobes, slippers and a safe. Your bathroom offers a magnifying mirror and spa-quality toiletries including soaps, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion.

CAT. BB, Cello Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 210 sq. ft. French Balcony Staterooms feature all outside accommodations, with exclusive "Twin Balcony" on the Violin & Cello decks. There is also a flat-screen TV featuring local and satellite channels. Each stateroom is equipped with a hair dryer, plush terry bathrobes, slippers and a safe. Your bathroom offers a magnifying mirror and spa-quality toiletries including soaps, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion.

CAT. BA, Violin Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 210 sq. ft. Twin Balcony Staterooms feature all outside accommodations, with exclusive "Twin Balcony" on the Violin deck. There is also a flatscreen TV featuring local and satellite channels. Each stateroom is equipped with a hair dryer, plush terry bathrobes, slippers and a safe. Your bathroom offers a magnifying mirror and spa-quality toiletries including soaps, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion.

CAT. AB, Cello Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 235 sq. ft. -triple occupancy available in some cabins Twin Balcony Staterooms feature all outside accommodations, with exclusive "Twin Balcony" on the Cello deck. There is also a flat-screen TV featuring local and satellite channels. Each stateroom is equipped with a hair dryer, plush terry bathrobes, slippers and a safe. Your bathroom offers a magnifying mirror and spa-quality toiletries including soaps, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion.

CAT. AA, Violin Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 235 sq. ft.- triple occupancy available in some cabins Twin Balcony Staterooms feature all outside accommodations, with exclusive "Twin Balcony" on the Violin deck. There is also a flatscreen TV featuring local and satellite channels. Each stateroom is equipped with a hair dryer, plush terry bathrobes, slippers and a safe. Your bathroom offers a magnifying mirror and spa-quality toiletries including soaps, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion.

Suite, Violin Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 350 sq. ft. Suites are extra spacious with exclusive "Twin Balcony" and mini-bar. There is also an enhanced sitting area featuring a sofa and two chairs as well as an expansive bathroom with a bathtub and separate shower. Each stateroom is equipped with a hair dryer, plush terry bathrobes, slippers and a safe. Your bathroom offers a magnifying mirror and spaquality toiletries including soaps, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion.

CRUISE ONLY 7 NIGHT ITINERARY DEPARTING 8/20/18 Day 1 ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND - EMBARKATION Arrive in Amsterdam and board your luxurious river cruise ship. Meet your fellow travelers tonight at the Welcome Dinner. (D) Day 2 AMSTERDAM After breakfast, your tour of Amsterdam begins with a scenic canal cruise through the city known as the “Venice of the North.” See the tall narrow homes lining the water, the Skinny Bridge, and the house where Anne Frank and her family lived in hiding during WWII. Later, enjoy a panoramic city tour that will show you many key sights, including a photo stop at the windmill famously painted by Rembrandt. You’ll have some free time to explore on your own before returning to the ship. The ship departs this afternoon, en route to Germany. (B,L,D) Day 3 COLOGNE, GERMANY – KOBLENZ Enjoy a guided tour of Cologne this morning, which will take you to the Old Town, Cathedral Square, and the city’s majestic 13th-century Gothic cathedral. Afterwards, you’ll have free time to visit some of the local shops or have a coffee at a quaint café. Late tonight, the ship cruises to Koblenz and moors overnight. (B,L,D) Day 4 RÜDESHEIM This morning, cruise through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, admiring its many castles and fortress ruins and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Arrive in the winemaking town of Rüdesheim where you will enjoy an afternoon wine tasting with a local vintner. Or, take a Gondola Ride above the town to see the Niederwalddenkmal Statue. Later you’ll have free time to explore the Drosselgasse, the town’s most famous and charming street, a narrow passage lined with shops and taverns. This evening, visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Museum, home to a remarkable collection of old robotic and self-playing musical instruments. The ship sails overnight. (B,L,D) Day 5 SPEYER - HEIDELBERG Arrive around noon in Speyer, one of Germany’s oldest cities, known for its cathedral, numerous churches and the 13th-century Altpörtel (“Old Gate”). Choose either a city tour of Speyer or a halfday excursion to historic Heidelberg, where you will visit the red-walled castle with its Great Vat (a 49,000-gallon 18th-century wine cask) and see beautiful views of the Neckar Valley and city below. This evening, the ship continues onward to Strasbourg, France. (B,L,D) Day 6 STRASBOURG, FRANCE Capital city of the Alsace region in northeastern France, Strasbourg is situated on the Rhine at the German border. After arriving this morning, enjoy a panoramic city tour that will take you past the Orangery, the town’s oldest park, the European Parliament, and the Place de la Republique. Afterwards, take a walking tour of the lovely “La Petite France” neighborhood, where you will see the Gothic cathedral with its famous astronomical clock. The remainder of the day is yours to spend as you wish. The ship moors overnight. (B,L,D) Day 7 BREISACH, GERMANY You have two exciting excursions to choose from today. The first is a walking tour of Riquewihr, a picturesque town that looks much as it did back in the 16th century. A second option is a walking tour of Breisach and Freiburg. Breisach is a beautiful town that houses one of Europe’s largest wine cellars. In Freiburg, you will visit the historical city center and the Augustinerplatz, site of Freiburg’s Münster, a Gothic cathedral constructed of red sandstone. Tonight, the ship cruises to Switzerland. (B,L,D) Day 8 BASEL, SWITZERLAND - DISEMBARKATION Disembark after breakfast. (B)

WHATS INCLUDED

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Accommodation during the cruise All gourmet meals onboard (Early Riser Coffee and Croissants, a Rich Buffet Breakfast, a Festive Lunch Buffet, Afternoon Tea & Coffee with Cake, Cookies & Sandwiches and a MultiCourse Dinner; Free Flowing Red and White Wine from the local regions, Beer or Soft Drinks for lunch and dinner Choice of dining options at no additional cost including the main dining salon and an intimate Chef’s Table Restaurant where the Chef prepares the meal in person Free Coffee, Tea, Ice-Water and Ice-Tea are included all day. Cappuccino, Latte and Espresso can be requested free of charge during all meals! Complimentary coffee & tea station available 24 hours. Captain’s Welcome Champagne Reception and Gala Dinner and Captains Farewell Champagne Reception and Gala Dinner plus several Theme Dinners Bottled water, fluffy bathrobes and slippers are provided free of charge in each cabin Use of the Swimming Pool (as equipped) on the Sun Deck and the Wellness Center inside including Fitness equipment (free of charge) Use of the Bicycles and helmets onboard free of charge Complimentary use of the internet onboard (via flat-screen TV & keyboard in each stateroom and wireless in our two lounges) Complimentary In Cabin Movies Elevator on board operating between 4 different levels: Restaurant (Level 1), Staterooms (Level 2), Lobby and Panorama Lounge (Level 3) and Staterooms (Level 4); (elevator does not go to the lowest deck or Sun deck) Nightly Piano Music and also during tea and coffee Our daily shore excursion program during the cruise with English speaking guides. Use of our Quiet vox headsets is also included at no additional cost. Services of our professional English Speaking Cruise Director

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Airport transfers and pre-or post land arrangements All other beverages except of the ones mentioned above Gratuities-EURO 12 pp/ night for the entire crew and EURO 3 pp/ night for the Cruise Director on board. These will be prepaid USD$130 per person for the 7-night cruise. Use of the Telephone in each cabin Items purchased in the Gift Shop Port charges of $173 per person Optional shore excursions that might be offered in addition to our daily included shore excursion program

OPTIONAL PRE-& POST LAND PACKAGE OPTIONS Optional 2 Night Pre-Cruise Package-Amsterdam (8/18-8/20) Package- 2 nights-$484 per person double, $968 single occupancy Included in the 2-night package: Hotel nights at Barbizon Palace Hotel (or similar) • Transfer from hotel to ship • Hot buffet Breakfast • Baggage handling at the hotel • All hotel taxes Optional 2 Night Post-Cruise Package- ZURICH or LUCERNE-Please indicate which city you would like to book (8/27-8/29) Package- 2 nights-$937.99 per person double, $1247.75 single Included in the 2-night package: • 2 nights at the hotel based on price noted-Marriott Hotel in Zurich (or similar) and the Astoria Hotel in Lucerne (or similar) • All hotel taxes • Baggage handling at the hotel(s) • Daily Breakfast at Hotel(s) • City Tour of Lucerne and / or City Tour of Zurich • All transfers in either direction between the hotel(s), if applicable, and the hotel and vessel in Basel • English speaking AmaWaterways host or hostess at the hotel Optional 4 Night Post Cruise Package- ZURICH & LUCERNE (8/27-8/31) Package- 2 nights Zurich & 2 nights Lucerne $1626.24 per person double: $2245.76 single Included in the 4-night package: • 2 nights at each hotel - Marriott Hotel in Zurich (or similar) and the Astoria Hotel in Lucerne (or similar) • All hotel taxes • Baggage handling at the hotel(s) • Daily Breakfast at Hotel(s) • City Tour of Lucerne and / or City Tour of Zurich • All transfers in either direction between the hotel(s), if applicable, and the hotel and vessel in Basel • English speaking AmaWaterways host or hostess at the hotel(s)

MASTER GARDENER - AMAWATERWAYS - AMAKRISTINA Rhine River Study Cruise/Tour with Janet Carson August 20-27, 2018 REGISTRATION FORM COMPLETE LEGAL NAME (MUST MATCH PASSPORT) – Please complete ONE form for each passenger. Name: Mr., Mrs., Ms. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (Please Print) First Middle Last Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City: ______________________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: ________________________________________________________ Home Phone: ________________________________ Work: _______________________________ Cell: _______________________________________ Age: ___________ DOB: _________/___________/___________Citizenship: _____________________________________________________________ E-mail Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact: ______________________________________Relationship: ______________________Phone: __________________________ Credit Card #: (If paying by credit card, I will contact you directly for your number). Please fill out billing info and sign and date that you are authorizing your card to be charged. If paying by check, make check payable to Learncation Travel. Billing Address if different: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please charge payments to my credit card. (Circle) Yes No Sign and Date: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Check the category you wish to book. Category Deck Cabin Size Published Rate Master Gardener Rate Cruise Only p.p. Cruise Only p.p. SOLD OUT E*** Piano Fixed Window 160 Sq. Feet $3499 p.p. $2889 p.p. __________D***

Piano

Fixed Window

160

Sq. Feet

$3798 p.p.

$3143 p.p.

SOLD OUTCB***

Violin

French Balcony

155

Sq. Feet

$4098 p.p.

$3653 p.p.

SOLD OUTCA***

170

Sq. Feet

$4398 p.p.

$4078 p.p.

_________BB***

Violin/ French Balcony Cello Cello Twin Balcony*

210

Sq. Feet

$4898 p.p.

$4248 p.p.

SOLD OUTBA***

Violin

Twin Balcony*

210

Sq. Feet

$5098 p.p.

$4418 p.p.

___________

AB**

Cello

Twin Balcony*

235

Sq. Feet

$5298 p.p.

$4588 p.p.

___________

AA**

Violin

Twin Balcony*

235

Sq. Feet

$5498 p.p.

$5098 p.p.

___________Suite**

Violin Twin Balcony* 350 Sq. Feet $6798 p.p. $5608 p.p. *Twin Balcony is a French Balcony & Outside Balcony ***SINGLE & **TRIPLE OCCUPANCY CABINS (Certain Categories Only), BASED ON AVAILABILITY, NOT GUARANTEED UNTIL BOOKED. CALL FOR PRICING. Government Fees & Taxes $173 per person. Gratuities $130 p.p.

Roommate Name: ________________________________________________________________________Cabins will not be booked until both roommates’ forms are received.) Do you need help finding a roommate? Yes______ No_______ I am interested in purchasing trip cancellation insurance: (Circle) YES / NO I am interested in booking airfare: (Circle) YES / NO (Agent will contact you with quote approximately 12 months prior to departure) I am interested in booking the pre or post hotel/tour packages: (Circle) YES / NO. Check package you would like to book. Optional 2 Night Pre-Cruise Package-Amsterdam (8/18-8/20) Package- 2 nights-$484 per person double, $968 single occupancy Included in the 2-night package: Hotel nights at Barbizon Palace Hotel (or similar) • Transfer from hotel to ship • Hot buffet Breakfast • Baggage handling at the hotel • All hotel taxes Optional 2 Night Post-Cruise Package- ZURICH or LUCERNE-Please indicate which city you would like to book (8/27-8/29) Package- 2 nights-$937.99 per person double, $1247.75 single Included in the 2-night package: • 2 nights at the hotel based on price noted-Marriott Hotel in Zurich (or similar) and the Astoria Hotel in Lucerne (or similar) • All hotel taxes • Baggage handling at the hotel(s) • Daily Breakfast at Hotel(s) • City Tour of Lucerne and / or City Tour of Zurich • All transfers in either direction between the hotel(s), if applicable, and the hotel and vessel in Basel • English speaking AmaWaterways host or hostess at the hotel Optional 4 Night Post Cruise Package- ZURICH & LUCERNE (8/27-8/31) Package- 2 nights Zurich & 2 nights Lucerne $1626.24 per person double: $2245.76 single Included in the 4-night package: • 2 nights at each hotel - Marriott Hotel in Zurich (or similar) and the Astoria Hotel in Lucerne (or similar) • All hotel taxes • Baggage handling at the hotel(s) • Daily Breakfast at Hotel(s) • City Tour of Lucerne and / or City Tour of Zurich • All transfers in either direction between the hotel(s), if applicable, and the hotel and vessel in Basel • English speaking AmaWaterways host or hostess at the hotel(s) Payment Schedule: If paying by check, please make check payable to Learncation Travel. Deposit $2000 p.p. with registration to reserve a cabin. Due w/7 days of booking Final Balance due: due no later than 5/10/18 Cancellation Charges p.p.: Between 10/10/17& 5/10/18, 80% of payment amount. After 5/11/18 100% of all payments. Travel Insurance will be offered to protect your vacation. ***A COPY OF YOUR PASSPORT MUST BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR REGISTRATION*** I have read and accept the cancellation terms. I also understand that I must have a valid passport at check-in. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months past your travel dates. Send a copy of your passport even if it will be expired by travel time.

SIGN ____________________________________________________DATE______________________________________________________

Return completed form. I will contact you for your credit card information or enclose a check (made out to Learncation Travel) for the amount indicated above, due at time of booking (checks must be received w/7 days of booking). By signing this form, you agree to the above payments due by the indicated dates. All rates are per person and based on double occupancy. Government taxes, surcharges and fees & Gratuities are additional. Scan Registration form to: [email protected] or Fax: 253.432.4600 or Mail to: Learncation Travel, LLC Attn: Michelle Breining 5500 Olympic Drive, H105 #258, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 Phone: 253.576.8965 or 253.509.0865