PRE- AND POST-CRUISE OPTIONS

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1 O V E R 30 Y E A R S O F D I S T I N C T I V E T R A V E L PRE- AND POST-CRUISE OPTIONS In the Wake of the Vikings May 28 to June 5, 2015 We are pleased to offer you these Pre- and Post-Cruise Options to further enhance your journey. To book your Pre- and/or Post-Cruise Options, please complete the enclosed reservation form. Reservations and payment in full are due in the of ces of Gohagan Company no later than February 20, The Pre- and/or Post-Cruise Options may not be available for purchase after this date. Ross Fountain, overshadowed by the imposing Edinburgh Castle, was exhibited at the Great London Exposition of SCOTTISH TARTANS EDINBURGH GLASGOW PRE-CRUISE OPTION May 26 to 29, 2015 We look to Scotland for all our ideas on civilization, the French writer Voltaire declared. Visit Edinburgh and Glasgow, two grand cities that contribute mightily to the vitality and vibrancy of Scotland, and see how the Viking legacies of Norse and Scandinavian explorers are etched into their cultural fabric. Discover Edinburgh, a stately city built, like Rome, across seven hills. Its rich and tangled past is still apparent in the 900-year-old center showcasing spectacular art work and architecture. The city s time as a wellspring of intellectual advancement during the Scottish Enlightenment, when philosopher David Hume and economist Adam Smith called Edinburgh home, is still a source of local pride. Glasgow, settled for its perfect location on the River Clyde and developed as a shipbuilding and industry port, today is a dynamic and diverse city where art and culture enliven grand Victorian architecture. Combined, these two great cities offer an in-depth look at Scotland from its prehistoric beginnings to the present. Accommodations for two nights are in the Five-Star WALDORF ASTORIA EDINBURGH - THE CALEDONIAN, ideally located in the heart of the city s New Town. 08/15/14-1

2 2 U.S. Tuesday, May 26 Depart the U.S. EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND Wednesday, May 27 Arrive in Scotland and check into the Five-Star WALDORF ASTORIA EDINBURGH - THE CALEDONIAN. The remainder of the day is at leisure. EDINBURGH Thursday, May 28 Following breakfast in the hotel, begin the tour of Edinburgh in medieval Old Town, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site along with the neoclassical New Town for its well-preserved streets and architecture. See the Royal Mile, which unrolls in a picturesque, cobblestoned ribbon from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, once the home of Mary, Queen of Scots. Encounter centuries of military and royal history in the atmospheric Edinburgh Castle, perched atop the black crags of Castle Rock, where it defended the city for centuries. Explore the treasures of Scotland s heritage, including its Viking past, in the National Museum, where an elegant Victorian exterior shelters a grand, glass-roofed, light- lled hall. Enjoy lunch on your own and the afternoon and evening at leisure in this intriguing city. EDINBURGH/GLASGOW Friday, May 29 This morning, travel through the countryside to dynamic Glasgow. Tour the Gothic-style Cathedral, the oldest building in the city, and see the historic Tolbooth, erected in the 1626 as a civic center. Visit the award-winning St. Mungo Museum, named for the city s patron saint and featuring fascinating displays, artifacts and works of art exploring the world s major religions. Enjoy lunch in a nearby restaurant before visiting Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, a magni cent early 20 th -century stone edi ce that houses one of Europe s most impressive art collections. See paintings by such masters as Dalí, Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Botticelli. Later this afternoon, transfer to Greenock port and embark the M.S. LE BORÉAL. The seven-story Tolbooth Steeple is the prominent feature of Glasgow Cross, the un tion of the ity s ve most important streets. Included Features: Transfers and luggage handling abroad for participants whose arrival(s)/departure(s) coincide with the scheduled group transfer(s). Accommodations for two nights in the Five-Star WALDORF ASTORIA EDINBURGH - THE CALEDONIAN, inclusive of taxes and service. Breakfast each morning. City tour of stately Edinburgh, including the legendary Edinburgh Castle. Panoramic tour of dynamic Glasgow, with lunch. Visits to the National Museum of Scotland and the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. All excursions and visits, as outlined above, with experienced local guides. Gratuities to local guides and drivers. Hospitality desk in the hotel. Experienced Gohagan Company Travel Director to accompany you throughout the Pre-Cruise. $895 per person, double occupancy. $1195 per person, single occupancy.

3 3 FROM THE VIKINGS TO THE DANES COPENHAGEN POST-CRUISE OPTION June 5 to 7, 2015 Copenhagen is the most cosmopolitan of all the Scandinavian capitals, yet it holds a millennium of history and culture at its historic heart. Explore this welcoming city s enchanting streets, canals and cobbled squares and discover why Denmark earns its reputation as having one of the highest qualities of living in the world. Copenhagen marries the old and new, offering 17 th -century gabled houses and beautiful parks among innovative modern architecture. Hans Christian Andersen lived in the city most of his life, and it was this blend of the old and the new that inspired his fairy tales. Visit the town of Roskilde named after its vaulted Viking founder Ro and the nearby sacred springs (kilde) to learn more about the Northmen s ironclad way of life. Accommodations for two nights are in the deluxe COPENHAGEN MARRIOTT HOTEL, a short walk from the charming Tivoli Gardens and the lively Strøget Street. COPENHAGEN/ROSKILDE, DENMARK Friday, June 5 After breakfast, disembark the M.S. LE BORÉAL in Copenhagen and travel to Roskilde, an illustrious town dating back to the 10 th century. Visit the towering Roskilde Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where Denmark s royalty have been laid to rest since the 15 th century. Located in the heart of town and dominating the local landscape, the cathedral is one of the earliest examples of French-inspired, Gothic brick architecture. Vikings found Roskilde fjord an ideal place from which to launch their legendary voyages. In 1962, ve of their ancient vessels were excavated from the seabed. Archaeologists painstakingly reconstructed and restored the 11 th -century watercrafts, which are on display today in the Viking Ship Museum. Explore the museum to gain a unique perspective on the Vikings travels across the same waters you cruised aboard the M.S. LE BORÉAL. Return to Copenhagen and check into the deluxe COPENHAGEN MARRIOTT HOTEL. Enjoy the afternoon and evening at leisure. See Copenhagen and its landmarks, including Christiansborg Palace, from a unique point of view during the canal cruise. COPENHAGEN Saturday, June 6 Following breakfast in the hotel, travel to picturesque Gammel Strand to embark on a cruise through the 400-year-old canals and the port of Copenhagen. See the granite and copper Christiansborg Palace home to the Danish parliament and the prime minister s of ce the Renaissance-style Naval Church, the 17 th -century Old Stock Exchange and the famous statue of The Little Mermaid, immortalized by author Hans Christian Andersen. Cruise by the ceremonial cannons of the Sixtus Battery and the Fortress of Three Crowns on the mouth of the Copenhagen harbor before entering the canal of Christianshavn with its mélange of renovated ancient warehouses, houseboats and modern architecture. Afterward, drive toward the City Hall Square, a popular local gathering spot and where the famous pedestrian street Strøget begins. Pass carnivalesque Tivoli Gardens, Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek a renowned museum dedicated to classical Mediterranean art and Denmark s National Museum, located in an 18 th -century mansion. See the Danish-style Rococo Amalienborg Palace, the winter residence of the monarchy, and the spectacular King s Garden on your return to the hotel. The afternoon and evening are free to explore individual interests. COPENHAGEN/U.S. Sunday, June 7 Transfer to the airport to board your return ight to the U.S., which arrives later today.

4 4 Please note: Each Pre-Cruise Option and/or Post-Cruise Option is sold as a separate package; individual services and/or Included Features of the Pre-Cruise Option and/ or Post-Cruise Option cannot be purchased individually. Constructed in the 1700s, Copenhagen s Amalienborg Palace is considered one of the nest examples of anish Rococo architecture. Included Features: Accommodations for two nights in the deluxe COPENHAGEN MARRIOTT HOTEL, inclusive of taxes and service. Breakfast each morning. Visits to the fascinating Viking Ship Museum and historic Roskilde Cathedral. Panoramic tour of Copenhagen and scenic cruise of the city s canals. All excursions and visits, as outlined above, with local experienced guides. Gratuities to local guides and drivers. Hospitality desk in the hotel. Experienced Gohagan Company Travel Director to accompany you throughout the Post-Cruise. Transfers and luggage handling abroad for participants whose arrival(s)/departure(s) coincide with the scheduled group transfer(s). PRE-CRUISE OPTION AND POST-CRUISE OPTION CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY In the event you have to cancel your reservation, cancellation policies as outlined in your travel program brochure apply. These policies are strictly enforced. Cancellations for all or any part of the trip will not be effective until they are received in writing in the of ces of Gohagan Company. A minimum of 35 participants is required in order for the Edinburgh Glasgow Pre-Cruise Option to operate and a minimum of 40 participants is required for the Copenhagen Post-Cruise Option to operate. $995 per person, double occupancy. $1595 per person, single occupancy. THOMAS P. GOHAGAN & COMPANY 209 South LaSalle Street Suite 500 Chicago, Illinois (800) Fax (312)

5 E S TABLISHED 1984 PRE- AND POST-CRUISE OPTIONS RESERVATION FORM In the Wake of the Vikings May 28 to June 5, 2015 Please Note: If you already sent a deposit for the Pre- and/or Post-Cruise Options with the main program brochure reservation form, please disregard this form. Con rmation will appear on the enclosed RESERVATION CONFIRMATION. Final payment is due in the of ces of Gohagan Company February 20, Insert the following information from your RESERVATION CONFIRMATION: Reservation number First passenger s name exactly as it appears on passport Second passenger s name exactly as it appears on passport Please make my/our reservation(s): SCOTTISH TARTANS: EDINBURGH GLASGOW PRE-CRUISE OPTION May 26 to 29, 2015 Double Occupancy $895 per person x $ Single Occupancy $1195 per person x $ FROM THE VIKINGS TO THE DANES: COPENHAGEN POST-CRUISE OPTION June 5 to 7, 2015 Double Occupancy $995 per person x $ Single Occupancy $1595 per person x $ Total: $ The Pre- and Post-Cruise Options may be paid by check or wire transfer. Enclosed is my payment of $ as deposit ($200 per person Edinburgh Glasgow Pre-Cruise Option and/or $200 per person Copenhagen Post-Cruise Option). Enclosed is my payment in full of $ (due February 20, 2015). Send reservation(s) and payment to: THOMAS P. GOHAGAN & COMPANY 209 South LaSalle Street, Suite 500 Chicago, Illinois /15/14-1 THOMAS P. GOHAGAN & COMPANY 209 South LaSalle Street Suite 500 Chicago, Illinois (800) Fax (312)