presents Journey through Vietnam

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February 9-24, 2014 An Exclusive Small Group Tour for Alumni & Friends of the Northwestern Alumni Association Accompanied by Faculty Host, Jock McLane Ph.D. presents Journey through Vietnam 16 days from $4,147 total price from Los Angeles, San Francisco ($3,595 air & land inclusive plus $552 airline taxes and departure fees) This tour is provided by Odysseys Unlimited, six-time honoree Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Tour Operators award.

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Journey through Vietnam

16 days from $4,147 total price from Los Angeles, San Francisco($3,595 air & land inclusive plus $552 airline taxes and departure fees)

This tour is provided by Odysseys Unlimited,

six-time honoree Travel & Leisure’s World’sBest Tour Operators award.

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Journey through Vietnam

Tour membership limited to 24 guests from the Northwestern Alumni Association

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Hanoi, Vietnam

Day 2: Arrive Hanoi We arrive in the Vietnamese capital this evening, then transfer to our hotel.

Day 3: Hanoi This morning we take a walking tour of Ba Dinh Square, a popular complex of cultural and historic sites, including the marble and granite mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace, and 1,000-year-old One Pillar Pagoda. Following lunch on our own we embark on an orientation tour of this French-accented city. We pass Hoan Kiem Lake; visit the marvelous Temple of Literature (c. 1070); and tour infamous Hoa Lo Prison, also known as the “Hanoi Hilton” during the Vietnam War. Later we walk the Ancient Quarter. Tonight we gather at a local restaurant for a welcome dinner. B,D

Day 4: Hanoi/Ha Long Bay Early this morning we depart on a full-day excursion to Ha Long Bay, a breathtaking waterway sprinkled with 3,000 islands and islets and surrounded by a fairytale landscape of limestone cliffs, secret grottoes and hidden caves. Our tour includes a boat ride and seafood lunch. B,L

Day 5: Hanoi/Da Nang We fly mid-day to Da Nang, Vietnam’s third largest city situated on the south central coast. Upon arrival, we tour the acclaimed Cham Museum, which celebrates the Cham people’s Hindu legacy with a fine collection of sculpture and artifacts. After reaching our beachfront hotel, the remainder of the day is at leisure in this splendid setting. B,D

Day 6: Da Nang/Hoi An This morning we visit nearby Hoi An. A UNESCO World

In a land of breathtaking natural beauty, abiding tradition and profoundly hospitable people, rewards abound for the thoughtful traveler. In our flexible and congenial group we encounter rewards aplenty on this comprehensive

journey, featuring all the highlights plus the beautiful, remote Mekong Delta, where we spend two days.

DestinationAirMotorcoachExtension (air)Entry/Departure

CAMBODIA

VIETNAM

Ho Chi Minh City(Saigon)

Siem Reap(Angkor Wat)

Da NangHue

Hanoi

South China Sea

Can Tho(Mekong Delta)

Avg. High (°F) Feb MarHanoi 69 74Da Nang 78 81Ho Chi Minh City 91 92

Unique small group itinerary ... Hanoi sightseeing ... Traditional water puppet performance ... Excursion to Ha Long Bay ... Imperial capital of Hue ... Charming Hoi An ... Acclaimed Cham Museum ... Visit to farming settlement ... Extensive Mekong Delta touring ... Floating markets at Cai Be and Cai Rang ... Saigon touring: Reunification Palace, History Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels

Day Itinerary Hotel Rating1 Depart U.S. for Hanoi

2-4 Hanoi InterContinental

Deluxe

Hanoi Westlake

5-7 Da Nang Hyatt Regency

Deluxe

Danang

8-9 Hue Saigon Morin Sup. First Class

10-11 Can Tho (Mekong Delta) Victoria Hotel Sup. First Class

12-14 Ho Chi Minh Sofitel Saigon

Deluxe

City (Saigon) Plaza

15 Ho Chi Minh City/Depart for U.S. (overnight flight)

16 Arrive U.S.

Ratings are based on the Hotel & Travel Index, the travel industry standard reference.

Your Small Group Tour Highlights

Cover photo: We visit the World Heritage site of Ha Long Bay on Day 4.

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Heritage site, Hoi An’s Old Town is a charming car-free pedestrian zone lined with tailors, shops and art galleries. This afternoon is at leisure to either remain in Hoi An on your own or return to our beachside resort for a relaxing interlude. B

Day 7: Da Nang A morning walking tour of a nearby farming settlement reveals the daily life of a local community up close. Here rice paddies occupy every spare patch of ground, water buffaloes plow the fields and villagers ride to market with produce piled high on their bicycles. Later we enjoy a cooking lesson and lunch in Hoi An. B,L

Day 8: Da Nang/Hue We depart this morning by coach for the ancient imperial city of Hue, whose palaces, temples and tombs evoke its past grandeur as home to emperors and mandarins. We explore the Imperial City — enjoying a traditional cyclo ride along the way — housing the Forbidden Purple City complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site. We also visit the Central Market, where locals buy fish, meat, produce and sundry goods. Tonight we enjoy a special Hue buffet, accompanied by a performance of traditional music. B,D

Day 9: Hue This morning we cruise along Hue’s Perfume River to peaceful Thien Mu Pagoda, a Buddhist monastery that ranks among the city’s oldest and most important monuments. Later we visit the palatial Tomb of Ming Mang (c. 1804), with its pavilions and courtyards modeled after the Ming Tombs of China. This afternoon we see the tombs of Tu Doc, a gem of royal architecture; and Khai Dinh, an elaborate mix of ancient and modern, European and Asian. B,L

Day 10: Hue/Mekong Delta/Can Tho Today is a travel day that begins with an early morning flight to Saigon. Upon arrival we transfer to a motorcoach for the three-hour drive south to the Mekong River town of Cai Be. From there we travel by coach and ferry to the busy river port and provincial capital of Can Tho. B,D

Day 11: Can Tho/Mekong Delta We rise early for today’s journey by boat to the bustling floating market at Cai Rang on the Mekong’s lower reaches. After lunch together at a local restaurant, we return to our hotel, where the remainder of the afternoon and evening are at leisure. B,L

Your Tour Price Includes• Air transportation Ho Chi Minh City/Siem Reap• 2 nights’ accommodations in Siem Reap at

Sofitel Angkor (Deluxe); rooms reserved for late check-out on the third day (late evening flight)

• 4 meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners• Three days’ sightseeing of Angkor complex

(UNESCO World Heritage site), including all entrance fees

• Services of an Odysseys Unlimited representative• Private motorcoach transportation• Gratuities for dining room servers, airport and

hotel porters and all drivers

Cambodia: angkor Wat 3 days/2 nights for $837 total price

($795 air & land inclusive plus $42 airline taxes and departure fees)

Single Supplement: $195

A special opportunity to discover the amazing temples and statuary from the Angkorian Empire.

Post-Tour Extension: Feb. 23-26, 2014

Observe the French architectural influences during an orientation tour of Hanoi on Day 3.

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Day 12: Mekong Delta/Saigon An hour-long coach ride brings us to the upper banks of the storied Mekong. Here we board motorized sampans for an up-close look at river life as we explore the maze of tributaries and inlets that lead to tiny settlements and villages populated by fishermen and farmers. After lunch at a local restaurant we continue by coach to Saigon (the name Ho Chi Minh City is used inter-changeably). We reach our hotel late afternoon; dinner is on our own in this vibrant city. B,L

Day 13: Saigon A morning tour includes the former Presidential Palace, which served as the South Vietnamese government’s wartime head-quarters. Now called Reunification Palace, it was here that the first Communist tanks rolled into Saigon on April 30, 1975; it remains preserved as a museum almost exactly as it was on that day. We also tour the History Museum, with its excellent display on the indigenous peoples of Vietnam. Later we attend a traditional water puppet performance. B,D

Day 14: Saigon This morning we visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, the infamous underground network from which North Vietnamese forces operated in wartime. This afternoon is at leisure; tonight we enjoy a farewell dinner. B,D

Day 15: Depart for U.S. Following a day at leisure for independent exploration, late this evening we depart for the airport and our over-night flight to the U.S. Our rooms are reserved for our late check-out. B

Day 16: Arrive U.S. We arrive in the U.S. and connect with our flights home.

Your Tour Price Includes• Round-trip air transportation from listed cities;

all flights within itinerary

• 13 nights’ accommodations in Deluxe and

Superior First Class hotels

• 24 meals: 13 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners

• Extensive sightseeing as described, including all

entrance fees

• Services of an Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director

• Private motorcoach transportation throughout

your trip

• Luggage handling for one bag per person

• Gratuities for local guides, dining room servers,

airport and hotel porters, and all drivers

Prices include international airfare and all taxes,surcharges and fees.

Los Angeles, San Francisco $4,147

Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, New York, Phoenix, Portland (OR), Seattle, Washington, DC

$4,447

Boston, Denver, Houston, Minneapolis

$4,547

Baltimore, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Detroit, Miami, $4,647 Orlando, Philadelphia, Tampa

Land Only (transfers not included) $3,095

Please call if your city is not listed. Prices are per person based on double occupancy and include airline taxes, fuel surcharges and departure fees of $552, which are subject to change until final payment is made. Single travelers please add $1,595. All tour prices above (excluding airline taxes, surcharges and departure fees) are guaranteed.

Business Class upgrade on round-trip Trans-Pacific flight: additional $4,195 per person (upgrade subject to availability and pricing subject to change).

Please note: This trip involves full days of sight- seeing and a significant amount of walking. You should be in good physical condition to enjoy the tour to its fullest.

For information and reservations, please contact the Northwestern Alumni Association by phone at

1-800-NU-ALUMS (682-5867),Visit our website for more details.www.alumni.northwestern.edu/travel

Tour Departs: February 9, 2014

Tradition endures in Vietnam.

“Smile, breathe, and go Slowly.”

– Thich Nhat Hanh

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NORTHWESTERN ALUMNI ASSOCIATION RESERVATION FORM: JOURNEY THROUGH VIETNAMEnclosed is my/our deposit for $______($500 per person) for ____ person/people on Journey through Vietnam departing February 9, 2014. I/we understand the fi nal payment is due at least 95 days prior to departure (or by November 6, 2013). Payment may be made by American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or VISA or by personal check. Please make deposit check payable to Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. and send to: Northwestern Alumni Association, Travel Program, 1201 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60208. For reservations and information, call the NAA at 1-800-NU-ALUMS (682-5867). You may also fax your reservation to 1-847-491-7095. Please visit our website at www.alumni.northwestern.edu/travel for more details.

Dear Northwestern University alumni and friends, Join us on a special 16-day journey to Vietnam, a country that captivates travelers with its enduring traditions, breathtaking natural beauty and warm hospitality. Our exclusive small group of no more than 24 guests will enjoy many personal encounters and a behind-the-scenes look at life in this inviting land.

Your odyssey begins in the French-accented capital of Hanoi, where you will tour historical sites and eat local delica-cies. From here, take a full-day excursion to beautiful Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site acclaimed for its limestone cliffs, grottoes and caves. Next, fl y south to Da Nang and tour the acclaimed Cham Museum, which celebrates the Cham people’s Hindu legacy. In the colorful village of Hoi An, cars are prohibited and ancient tradi-tions still hold sway. Walk in a rural farming community where rice paddies checker the land, water buffalo plow the fi elds and villagers bicycle to market. Then, travel to the ancient imperial capital of Hue — once home to emperors and mandarins — and cruise the Perfume River to peaceful Thien Mu Pagoda. During two days spent exploring the vital Mekong River Delta, the river life experience will leave an indelible impression. Conclude your journey in spirited Saigon (also known as Ho Chi Minh City).

This departure is exclusive to Northwestern. With space for only 24 guests in total, we expect this tour to fi ll quickly. Please call us today to reserve your place!

Sincerely,

Jay Mastin, GC10Senior DirectorNorthwestern Alumni Association

Whether or not you travel the world with the NAA, you can make an impact on the world by giving to Northwestern. From study abroad opportunities that give students a global perspective to the University’s groundbreaking global research, there are many areas where you can make a difference. Make a gift today at giving.northwestern.edu/nu/travel.

Method of Payment ❑ Check ❑ American Express ❑ Discover ❑ MasterCard ❑ VISA

Account #______________________________________________ Security Code ___________ Exp. Date_____________

Name of Cardholder __________________________________________________________________________________

Signature ____________________________________________________________________________________________

Final invoicing will be sent by our tour operator, Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. The balance of the program price must be paid to Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. Final payment, payable by check or credit card, is due 95 days prior to departure.

Full Passport Name ____________________________________________ Date of Birth _____________ Gender _____

Full Passport Name ____________________________________________ Date of Birth _____________ Gender _____

Address ______________________________________________________ Badge Name(s)________________________

City __________________________________________________________ State _________ ZIP ___________________

Home Phone (______) ________________________ Email __________________________________________________

Please book my/our air from _________________________ I/we request a Business Class upgrade ❑

I will share a room with ________________________________ I request a single room (limited availability) ❑

Post-Tour Cambodia: “Angkor Wat” Extension: Please sign me/us up ❑

Please Note: The undersigned have read the schedule of activities for Journey through Vietnam, February 9-24, 2014, and agree that their signatures below represent their acceptance of the General Terms and Conditions.

Signature(s) __________________________________________________________________ Date __________________

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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONSPlease read this information carefully, as payment of a $500 deposit per person represents your acceptance of the following Terms and Conditions.

Not included in tour price:Airfare when purchasing a Land Only package; costs of passports and visas; personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, room service and meals not specifi ed; airport transfers when purchasing a Land Only package; communication charges; optional sightseeing; gratuities to your Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director, which are at your discretion (suggested gratuities $10 - $15 per day, per traveler); travel protection insurance. Additional baggage fees may apply and are subject to change at any time. You should confi rm directly with your airline prior to departure.

Cancellations, refunds and changes: If you must cancel your trip, the effective date of cancellation will be upon Odyssey’s Unlimited’s receipt of your written notifi cation. Refunds for cancellations are subject to the following per person charges: cancel 95 days or more before departure: $200 charge; cancel 94-65 days before departure: 50% of tour price; cancel 64-30 days before departure: 75% of tour price; cancel 29-0 days before departure: no refund. If a guest makes any changes between 94 and 30 days prior to departure, Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. will apply a $100 per person administrative fee, in addition to any fees or penalties imposed by third parties. Changes are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If your reservation changes from double occupancy to single occupancy for any reason, you will be charged the single supplement. No changes are allowed within 30 days of departure.

Upon reservation you must provide your full legal name as it appears on your passport as well as your date of birth and gender. In the event an airline ticket is issued with incorrect information you have provided, you will be responsible for charges associated with the ticket’s reissue.

University Disclaimer The University is not the Tour Operator. The University acts as a mere agent for the supplier by: selling travel-related accepting services, accepting reservations, and booking for services that are not directly supplied by the University. The University is not responsible for changes of fl ight times, fare changes, damage, loss of baggage, dishonor of airline, hotel or other reservations, delays, losses, injuries, inconveniences, cessation of operations, airline or tour operator bankruptcies, accidents, or for the acts of defaults of any person or entity engaged in conveying participants or in carrying out other arrangements of the tour. The University reserves the right to substitute hotels of similar quality. The Tour Operator further reserves the right to decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of the tour should such person’s health, actions or general deportment impede the operation of the tour or the right or welfare of the other participants. No refund will be made for the unused portion of any tour. The University, therefore, shall not be responsible for breach of contract, failure to comply with any state or federal laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or any intentional or negligent actions or omissions on the part of such suppliers, which result in any loss, damage, delay, inconvenience or injury to travelers or travelers’ companions or group members. The University shall not be responsible for any injuries, damages or other losses caused to any traveler in connection with terrorist activities, social or labor unrest, mechanical or construction failures or diffi culties, diseases, local laws, climatic conditions, abnormal conditions or developments, or any other action, omissions, or conditions outside the University’s control. Traveler assumes complete and full responsibility for, and hereby releases the agent from, any duty of checking and verifying any and all passport, visa, vaccination, or other entry requirements of each destination, and all safety and security conditions of such destinations, during the length of the proposed travel. However, we specifi cally recommend that U.S. Citizens traveling to Canada, Mexico, or the Caribbean, do so with a valid U.S. Passport. For information concerning possible dangers at international destinations, contact the Travel Advisory Section of the U.S. State Department, 202-647-5225, or access the State Department’s online travel advisory service http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html). For medical information, call the U.S. Centers for Disease control (CDC) 404-332-4559 or log on to http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/default.aspx. By embarking upon his/her travel, the traveler voluntarily assumes all risk involved in such travel — whether expected or unexpected. Traveler is hereby warned of the above risks as well as possible travel industry bankruptcies and medical and climatic disruptions, and the possibility traveler may be unable to travel as scheduled because of personal emergency. Traveler is advised to obtain appropriate insurance coverage against these risks; information is available through the University regarding travel insurance. Traveler’s retention of tickets, reservations, or booking after issuance shall constitute a consent to the above and an agreement on his/her part to convey the contents hereto to his/her travel companions or group members. The Northwestern Alumni Association receives fi nancial benefi ts from the administrator that provides this program. These benefi ts fund the travel program.

Air Transportation – Important InformationOdysseys Unlimited, Inc. includes in its tour price round trip economy air from designated gateway cities as shown and contracts with those airlines they feel provide the level of service, routings, and value necessary for your entire trip. While another airline may offer a more direct connection, it may be at a price unavailable at the lower group rates. You will receive your preliminary air schedule approximately 2½ months prior to departure. Please note that seat assignments on your international fl ight are usually done at airport check-in. Odysseys Unlimited is unable to guarantee any seat assignments. Due to the nature of tour operator tickets, other restrictions apply, including but not limited to, frequent fl yer mileage accrual, stopovers, alternate travel dates, upgrades, and airline taxes and departure fees. If you prefer to make your own travel arrangements, Land Only is available on most tours. Since international and domestic air schedules are subject to change at any time, we recommend that if you choose to make your own airline reservations, you do not purchase non-refundable tickets or those with high penalties for changes. If you choose to make your own air arrangements, Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. shall not have any liability for any loss resulting from cancellation of this tour or changes in this tour.

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