Travel Abroad with Alumni Programs

China and the Yangtze River Discovery
September 3-15, 2008

Approximately $2,395 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.

ChinaIn Beijing, visit the ornate Forbidden City palace complex, the Temple of Heaven and the royal Summer Palace. Explore the narrow streets of the Hutongs and massive Tiananmen Square. Admire beautiful countryside from the Great Wall. Discover Xi'an, home to the Small Wild Goose Pagoda and famous Terra Cotta Warriors that guard Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi's tomb. Board the M.V. Yangtze President in Chongqing, and cruise the Yangtze River to Fengdu. Sail through the magnificent Three Gorges region before disembarking in Yichang to explore Sanyou Cave. Finally, arrive in Shanghai, and experience the Bund, the prestigious Shanghai Museum and the serene Yu Garden. An optional excursion to the lovely town of Suzhou is also available. Take advantage of the exceptional value of this unique travel opportunity!

Provence Escapade
November 10-17, 2008

Approximately $1,995 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.

ProvenceWalk in the footsteps of Roman statesmen and celebrated artists on this getaway to the eternally enchanting region of Provence. Discover the seaside landscapes of southern France that inspired Impressionist painters Cézanne and van Gogh. Marvel at the well-preserved Roman ruins, breathtaking Mediterranean coastal scenery and charming hilltop villages that adorn this area. Your home base of Aix-en-Provence, a lovely town rendered in 17th-and 18th-century architecture, quaint cafés and fashionable shops, is conveniently near many of the region's storied highlights. Optional excursions feature a journey to the picturesque fishing port of Cassis; a private tour of Château d'Ansouis in Les Luberon; a trip to Arles, renowned for its ancient amphitheater; and a visit to Avignon and the famous Pont du Gard. Enjoy beautiful Provence at your own pace in a relaxing season when it's uncrowded and all yours to explore.

Call AHI International at 800/323-7373 or visit ww.ahitravel.com/westil.

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