SICILY BY SEA ABOARD SEA CLOUD IIART TREASURES & ANCIENT TEMPLES

2011 | OCTOBER 21 TO 29

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SICILY BY SEA ABOARD SEA CLOUD IIART TREASURES & ANCIENT TEMPLES OCTOBER 21 – 29, 2011 • 8 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS

SHIP SIZE: 70 • ACTIVITY LEVEL: MODERATECosponsored with The Association of Yale Alumni and Stanford Travel/Study

On the front cover: Sea Cloud II. On the back cover: Doric temple at Segesta. This page: Mosaic in the Palatine Chapel, Palermo (top) and an olive tree, Valley of the Temples, Agrigento (above left).

ON A FASCINATING VOYAGE ABOARD THE ELEGANT SEA CLOUD II,

CIRCUMNAVIGATE THE ISLAND OF SICILY, RENOWNED FOR WORKS OF

ART AS DIVERSE AS THEY ARE BEAUTIFUL. SET SAIL FROM HISTORIC

CATANIA AND ENJOY A LEISURELY DAY AT SEA UNDER A FULL SET OF

billowing sails. In Palermo, visit the Palace of the Norman Kings and its jewel the Palatine Chapel,

celebrated for its extraordinary mosaics; and in nearby Monreale, discover the magnificent

12th-century Norman cathedral, whose interior is covered with glorious mosaics. See the splendid

Greek temple and hilltop amphitheater in Segesta. Visit Agrigento, acclaimed by the Greek poet

Pindar as “the most beautiful city built by mortal men,” and explore the Doric ruins at the Valley

of the Temples. A walking tour introduces you to the baroque treasures of lovely Noto, set amid

olive and almond trees. Continue on to Syracuse, one of the most important cities in antiquity,

to see its Archaeological Zone. A highlight is a specially arranged tour and reception at a baroque

palazzo. Disembark in Valletta, Malta, where an optional postlude to this UNESCO World Heritage

Site is arranged. A prelude in the charming town of Taormina is also offered.

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FEATURED STUDY LEADERS

As this brochure goes to print, we have not yetconfirmed the faculty study leader for this program.We intend, however, that you will be joined by aHarvard lecturer who will enhance your travelexperience. You will discover that our lecturersare not only first-rate scholars and teachers, butalso friendly traveling companions, eager to sharetheir insight through informal conversation aswell as in scheduled presentations.

Also lecturing will be Dr. Lee Patterson, theFrederick W. Hilles Professor of English (Emeritus)at Yale, who specializes in European and Englishmedieval literature and history; and Dr. ChristineJunkerman, who taught art history at StanfordUniversity and is an expert in Renaissance painting.All lectures are open to all travelers, providing arich and diverse educational program.

HIGHLIGHTS:: Enrichment lectures by a HAA study leader

and other onboard lecturers

:: A seven-night voyage aboard the elegant sailing yacht Sea Cloud II

:: The extraordinary golden mosaics of thePalatine Chapel in Palermo and the Normancathedral in Monreale

:: Segesta’s splendid hilltop Greek temple and theater

:: Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, with its fine Doric ruins

:: The lovely town of Noto, with its baroque treasures, set amid olive groves

:: The Archaeological Zone of Syracuse

:: Specially arranged visit to the baroque palazzo of Barone Beneventano

OPTIONAL TAORMINA PRELUDEOctober 19 to 22, 2011Discover lovely Taormina, with views of the seaand snow-capped Mount Etna, on an optionalthree-day prelude. Accommodations arearranged at the San Domenico Palace Hotel, an exquisite 14th-century monastery. See the ancient Greek theater, still used for plays andconcerts. Stroll through the spectacular publicgardens and along the charming streets linedwith craft shops, art galleries, and inviting cafes.In nearby Catania, marvel at the Palazzo Biscari,whose 700 rooms occupy an entire city block.By special arrangement, view the palace’s privateapartments, where family members of the princefor whom it was built in 1702 still reside.

OPTIONAL MALTA POSTLUDEOctober 29 to 31, 2011Spend two nights in Valletta, Malta, a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site. At St. John’s Co-Cathedral,view Caravaggio’s masterpiece The Beheading of St. John the Baptist, and see impressive tapestries and armor at the Palace of the GrandMasters. Visit the medieval walled city of Mdina.In quaint Rabat, explore St. Paul’s Catacombsand see the Domus Romana, a first-centuryB.C.E. Roman house. Discover the Temple ofHagar Qim, a Neolithic freestanding temple. A highlight will be a private reception hosted by the Marquis de Piro at Casa Rocca Piccola, a 16th-century palazzo. Accommodations are at the landmark Phoenicia Hotel.

Taormina’s Greek theater and Mount Etna.

Casa Rocca Piccola.

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Friday, October 21NEW YORK

Depart New York on an overnight

flight to Catania, Sicily.

Saturday, October 22CATANIA / SEA CLOUD IIUpon arrival in Catania, embark

the awaiting Sea Cloud II. Enjoy

dinner on board as the ship passes

through the Strait of Messina.

Sunday, October 23AT SEA

Experience the thrill of cruising

aboard the legendary Sea Cloud II

as she travels through gentle

waters under a full set of

billowing sails. Admire the

dramatic panorama of the

volcanic Aeolian Islands. This

evening celebrate the start of

your adventure with a festive

welcome reception and dinner

hosted by the captain.

Monday, October 24PALERMO / MONREALE

Dock this morning in Palermo,

the capital of Sicily. Visit the

9th-century Palatine Chapel in

the Palace of the Norman Kings.

Described by Guy de Maupassant

as “the most surprising religious

jewel ever dreamt of,” the chapel

is known for its extraordinary

Norman-Byzantine mosaics.

Done in a realistic style, the

mosaics have a vivid depth of

color achieved with gold and

silver background tiles. After

lunch on board, drive to Monreale

to discover the magnificent

Norman cathedral, whose interior

is covered with glorious mosaics

depicting scenes from the Old

and New Testaments. Return to

the ship in time for dinner.

Tuesday, October 25TRAPANI / SEGESTA

Step ashore at the port of

Trapani for an excursion to

Segesta to view its splendid

Greek temple and theater.

After lunch on board, you may

wish to travel to the medieval

hilltop town of Erice. Or you may

choose to journey to the village

of Mazara del Vallo to see its

spectacular seven-foot bronze

statue, only recently retrieved

from the sea by local fishermen.

With his flying hair and goat

ears, the 2,400-year-old figure

was quickly dubbed the Dancing

Satyr. Later this afternoon Sea

Cloud II sails along the northern

coast of Sicily.

Jacob Wrestling with the Angel, mosaic in the Monreale Cathedral. Temple of Concordia in the Valley of the Temples, Agrigento.

Baroque city of Noto.

Wednesday, October 26PORTO EMPEDOCLE / AGRIGENTO

Dock in Porto Empedocle for a

morning excursion to Agrigento,

which Pindar called “the most

beautiful city built by mortal

men.” Tour the Valley of the

Temples, with some of the

finest Greek ruins in the world.

Built in the 5th century B.C.E.,

the Temple of Concordia is one

of the best preserved. Return

to the ship for lunch and a

leisurely afternoon under sail.

Thursday, October 27POZZALLO / NOTO

From Pozzallo, known for its

beautiful beaches, a short drive

takes you to the 4th-century

Villa del Tellaro, where artful

mosaics depict hunting scenes

and the story of Hector. Continue

to the lovely town of Noto, set

amid olive groves and almond

trees on a plateau overlooking

the Asinaro Valley. A walking

tour will introduce you to the

town’s baroque treasures,

including the Palazzo Nicolaci,

whose fabulous interiors rival its

wrought-iron balconies supported

by carved figures. Return to Sea

Cloud II in time for a late lunch.

Friday, October 28SYRACUSE

In Syracuse, discover the well-

preserved Greek and Roman

theaters in the Archaeological

Zone. On beautiful Ortygia

Island, see the cathedral built

on the ruins of the Temple of

Athena and Antonello da

Messina’s newly restored The

Annunciation in Museo Bellomo.

By special invitation you will

visit the baroque palazzo of

Barone Beneventano for a tour

and a reception. Celebrate a

memorable voyage at a farewell

dinner, hosted by the captain,

as Sea Cloud II sails to Malta.

Saturday, October 29VALLETTA, MALTA

Disembark Sea Cloud II in

Valletta this morning and transfer

to the airport for the flight to

New York.

mples, Agrigento. The Annunciation by Antonello da Messina, Museo Bellomo, Syracuse.

Roman theater, Archaeological Zone, Syracuse.

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no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure.No refunds are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, orfor unused portions of the tour, for any reason.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of HAA Travels and the tour operator. Deviations fromthe scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. All pricesquoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfare, and currency exchangerates in effect at the time of brochure printing and are subject to change.While the tour operator will do everything possible to maintain the published trip price, it may be necessary to institute a surcharge.

INSURANCE We highly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance. An application for insurance will be provided by HAA upon confirmation.

RESPONSIBILITY Certain other provisions apply regarding limitations of liability and rights of HAA and the tour operator. The statement of responsibility is available at http://alumni.harvard.edu/haa/travel/trips/sicily-2011. If you are not able to access the Internet, please call HAA Travels at 800.422.1636 or 617.496.0806.

DISCLAIMER Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented in this publication. Neither HAA Travels nor the tour operator is responsible for errors in or damages resulting from use of the information contained herein. Information contained in this brochure is subject to change.

QUESTIONS Please call HAA Travels at 800.422.1636 or 617.496.0806,email: haatravels@harvard.edu.

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TOUR COST INCLUSIONS Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard Sea Cloud II; all meals during the cruise, wine with lunches and dinners;enrichment program of lectures and special events; escorted sightseeing by motorcoach and entrance fees; airport / pier group transfers and porterage; taxes; port and service charges; $50,000 emergency medicalassistance and evacuation insurance.

PRELUDE IN TAORMINA $2,095 per person. Single supplement $595.Two nights at the San Domenico Palace Hotel. Breakfast daily, two lunches,and one dinner. Sightseeing.

POSTLUDE IN MALTA $1,395 per person. Single supplement $350. Two nights at The Phoenicia Hotel. Breakfast daily, one lunch, one dinner, and one reception. Sightseeing.

TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS Airfare; passport fees; shipboard gratuities; alcoholic beverages other than as specified above; personal items andexpenses; airport transfers for those not on group flights; excess baggage;trip insurance; Taormina prelude; Malta postlude; any other items notspecifically mentioned as included.

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS & FINAL PAYMENT To reserve your space on this program, a $2,500 deposit is required per person. Please either call us at 800.422.1636 or 617.496.0806, or fill out and mail or fax the registration form. Reservations are acknowledged in order of receipt untilthe maximum enrollment has been reached. Your final payment is due 120 days prior to departure and must be made by check.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS All cancellations must be made in writingto HAA Travels and are subject to a $350 non-refundable administrativefee. Cancellations received between 120 and 91 days prior to departurewill be charged a fee in the amount of 20 percent of the program cost perperson; those received between 90 and 61 days before departure, 50 percent;

GENERAL INFORMATION

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LIDO DECKCRUISE RATESPer person, double occupancy

■ 204 to 206$6,995Single occupancy $8,745Cabin Deck. State Rooms. Upper/lower twin berths, shower.

■ 207 to 210$7,995Cabin Deck. Superior Cabins.Twin beds, shower.

■ 211 to 217 & 224 to 231$9,995Cabin Deck. Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

■ 218 to 223$10,495Cabin Deck. Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

■ 301 & 302$11,495Promenade Deck. Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

■ 303 to 319$11,995Promenade Deck. Junior Suites. Twin beds,bathtub with shower.

■ 401 & 402$12,495Lido Deck. Owner’s Suites. Queen-size bed, bathtub, and separate shower.

Sea Cloud II (left), a deluxe cabin on Cabin Deck (center), and Owner’s Suite (right).

SEA CLOUD II AMENITIES Five-star dining; gracious lounge and Lido Bar; mahogany-paneledlibrary; gym; water-sports platform; air conditioning (individual cabin settings); marble bath;direct-dial telephone; electronic safe; TV with VCR; radio; 110V/220V current; bathrobes.

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JAPAN: FEATURING SHIKOKU ISLANDAPR 4 - 16, 2011THEODORE & VICTORIA BESTOR

GARDENS OF NORTHERN IRELANDMAY 3 – 12, 2011PATRICK BOWE

THE FIVE ’STANS: KAZAKHSTAN,KYRGYZSTAN, UZBEKISTAN,TAJIKISTAN & TURKMENISTANMAY 13 – 30, 2011LAURA ADAMS

HIMALAYAN KINGDOMS: TIBET, NEPAL & BHUTANMAY 28 – JUNE 10, 2011LEONARD VAN DER KUIJP

MONGOLIA: LAND OF BLUE SKY MAY 29 – JUN 11, 2011MARK ELLIOTT

RWANDA & UGANDA JUN 15 – 24, 2011 ZARIN PEARL MACHANDA

CLASSICAL CHINA: OLD & NEWJUN 18 – 30, 2011ELISABETH KÖLL

SCANDINAVIA: SWEDEN, DENMARK & NORWAYAUG 13 – 27, 2011 STEPHEN MITCHELL

GLASGOW & THE ROYAL SCOTSMAN: A ROYALJOURNEY TO THE HIGHLANDSSEP 14 – 23, 2011

THE FRENCH ALPS, PROVENCE,BURGUNDY & BEAUJOLAIS: PLUSCRUISING FROM LYON TO ARLESON REMBRANDTSEP 24 – OCT 3, 2011 HARVEY COX

THE TRANS-CAUCASUS: AZERBAIJAN, GEORGIA & ARMENIASEP 26 – OCT 10, 2011TOM SIMONS

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CRUISES

THE RED SEA, NILE VALLEY & THE HOLY LAND ON HARMONY V APR 2 – 14, 2011CAROL SAIVETZ

NORTH AFRICA’S MEDITERRANEAN COAST ON CORINTHIAN II APR 7 – 24, 2011 CHARLES COGAN

THE RIVIERA UNDER SAIL: SPAIN & FRANCE ON SEA CLOUD II MAY 9 – 19, 2011TOM & VERENA CONLEY

GARDEN ISLES & GRAND ESTATES:SAILING THE ENGLISH COAST ON SEA CLOUD MAY 21 – 31, 2011 PATRICK BOWE

JOURNEY OF ODYSSEUS: RETRACING THE ODYSSEYTHROUGH THE ANCIENT MEDITERRANEAN ON CORINTHIAN IIJUN 8 – 19, 2011 MICHAEL SHINAGEL

ICELAND ON LE BOREALJUL 9 – 17, 2011 DANIEL DONOGHUE

BLACK SEA VOYAGE: CROSSROADS OF CIVILIZATIONSFROM THE ANCIENT PAST TO THEPRESENT ON CORINTHIAN IIAUG 5 – 16, 2011 KELLY O’NEILL

IN THE REALM OF THE WINGEDLION: ROUND-TRIP VENICE ON SEA CLOUD II AUG 26 – SEP 5, 2011 CHARLES S. MAIER

VOYAGE INTO ANTIQUITY: EGYPT,JORDAN, ISRAEL, SYRIA, TURKEY & GREECE ON CORINTHIAN II OCT 4 – 19, 2011 SUSANNE EBBINGHAUS

CIRCUMNAVIGATING SICILYON SEA CLOUD II OCT 21 – 29, 2011

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DUTCH & FLEMISH LANDSCAPES:THE NETHERLANDS & BELGIUM ON M.S. AMACELLOAPR 6 – 16, 2011 ALICE DELANA

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