STANFORD TRAVEL/STUDY

Voyage Along the North African Coast From to Cyprus Aboard Corinthian II

April 7 to 24, 2011

a program of the stanford alumni association In ancient times, the seas between and North served the Phoenicians, and Romans as a route for conquest, expansion and trade. The cities they founded along the shores of have left us a rich archaeological and historical legacy and a complex overlay of European, African and Arab cultural influences. Today, the scenic coastlines, ancient cities and colorful traditions of these storied lands continue to inspire. Cruise through centuries of aboard the all-suite Corinthian II, calling at ports in , , , and Egypt. At the helm of this voyage is perennial favorite, Marsh McCall, who will guide us through the classical world as we cruise the ancient trade routes and uncover the past and present of this fascinating region.

BRETT S. THOMPSON, ’83, DIRECTOR, STANFORD TRAVEL/STUDY

Highlights

EXAMINE the finest RE LISH the beauty of the EXPLORE the ABSORB the bright collection of Roman southern Mediterranean incomparable, remarkably colors, smells and sounds in the world at the Bardo coastline from the comfort well-preserved ruins of of the medinas and souks of Museum in Tunis. of the deluxe Corinthian II. , , Morocco, Tunisia and Libya. and Djemila.

Black Sea S PAIN Seville Tunis CYPRUS Djemila M Limassol MOROCCO editerranean Sea TUNISIA Apollonia Leptis Cyrene Alexandria Magna Tubruq Cairo ALGERIA Giza LIBYA EGYPT

markets. Also visit the Dar el the Roman forum, the largest SATURDAY, APRIL 16 TRIPOLI, LIBYA / Makhzen, the former palace and oldest in North Africa, SABRATHA Itinerary of the sultans, now a museum and the baths, dedicated to Tripoli was settled by the THURSDAY & FRIDAY, of antiquities and crafts, and . Also visit Phoenicians, colonized by the APRIL 7 & 8 the Old American Legation, a the modern-day of Greeks, conquered by the U.S. / SEVILLE, SPAIN former palace given to the U.S. St. Augustine, which crowns Fly from the U.S. to Seville on Romans and later became government in 1777 to house its the hill overlooking the site. overnight flights. Upon arrival, wealthy from the Saharan first embassy. CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) transfer to Corinthian II for an caravan trade. Explore the medina, the medieval walled overnight in port. THURSDAY, APRIL 14 MONDAY, APRIL 11 town built on the site of the CORINTHIAN II (4/8: D) AT SEA TUNIS, TUNISIA / Enjoy a relaxing day at sea. CARTHAGE Roman settlement. Also tour From Tunis, travel to storied SATURDAY, APRIL 9 CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) the Jamahiriya Museum, SEVILLE Carthage, founded by the housed in the massive medieval Occupied by the Romans, TUESDAY, APRIL 12 Phoenicians in the 9th century citadel, and the city’s colorful conquered by the BEJAIA, ALGERIA / BC. The site includes several souks. Then travel to nearby and ruled by a succession of DJEMILA Disembark in Bejaia for an Phoenician remains, such as Sabratha, the ancient city Catholic monarchs, Seville is excursion through dramatic Tophet, the sanctuary of the that began as a Carthaginian one of ’s most important mountainous countryside to gods Tanit and , as well trading post and became a and affluent maritime cities. the remarkably well-preserved as many monuments from the permanent settlement in the Visit the Alcazar, with its Roman ruins of Djemila. The Roman period. Back in Tunis 4th century BC. Sabratha’s charming Murillo Gardens, site includes the triumphal arch tour the Bardo Museum, world- ruins include temples, public and the gothic cathedral. to Emperor Caracalla, built in renowned for its spectacular baths, fountains and a museum Enjoy a welcome cocktail AD 216; the grand baths; the collection of Roman mosaics, noted for its collection of reception onboard this evening. market; and the old forum, and visit the medina and its mosaics. CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) featuring stunning friezes and souks. SUNDAY, APRIL 17 SUNDAY, APRIL 10 a 3rd-century altar. Also visit FRIDAY, APRIL 15 LEPTIS MAGNA TANGIER, MOROCCO the museum with its collection SFAX / EL DJEM Visit the ruins of Leptis Founded by the Phoenicians of superb mosaics and other Arrive in Sfax and drive Magna today and explore in the 7th century BC, Tangier artifacts. CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) to El Djem to explore its the city’s magnificent was subsequently held by the great Roman amphitheater, buildings, monuments, Romans, , Byzantines WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 built in the 3rd century AD temples and streets. One of and , followed by the ANNABA / HIPPO REGIUS From Annaba, visit the to accommodate 35,000 the Mediterranean’s most in 709, who used it as ancient site of Hippo Regius, spectators. Many of the compelling ancient sites, the base for their invasion of which bears the marks of the amphitheater’s stones were Leptis Magna achieved Spain. Explore the medina, Phoenicians, and used to build the village of its prominence in the 3rd a classic Moroccan town of Romans. St. Augustine was a El Djem in the 17th century. century AD under the Severan narrow alleyways and stepped here from AD 396 until Continue to the museum, with emperors, who launched an passages, dominated by its old his death in AD 430. Explore its fine collection of mosaics. unprecedented, lavish building citadel, or , and colorful CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) scheme, embellishing the named Antipyrgos. The town FRIDAY, APRIL 22 ALEXANDRIA / CAIRO / city with extraordinary public was of strategic importance GIZA Travel to Libya buildings. Excellently preserved throughout history, most Drive to Cairo, Egypt’s bustling For the past few years, difficulties to the present day because of notably during World War II, capital, and visit the Egyptian in diplomatic relations between its having been buried under when it witnessed some of Museum to view its dazzling the and Libya shifting sands, this glorious the most prolonged fighting collection of antiquities from coastal city is a unique example in North Africa. Spend the have resulted in Libya’s refusal such fabled archaeological to authorize visas for U.S. of ancient town planning. day touring the WWII sites as the Valley of the Kings citizens. Although Libya has CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) memorials and cemeteries. and others. Then, travel to Giza not yet started granting visas CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) to tour the pyramids of Cheops to American travelers, we are MONDAY, APRIL 18 and Chephren, at the foot of AT SEA THURSDAY, APRIL 21 pursuing several channels to Spend the day at sea attending ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT which stands the imperious secure the visas for this program. lectures and enjoying the ship’s Founded by Alexander and enigmatic Sphinx, built amenities. CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) the Great in 332–331 between 2600 and 2530 BC. In the event we are not granted BC, Alexandria became CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) visas, we will alter the itiner- TUESDAY, APRIL 19 the paramount city of the ary to include two days at the CYRENE / APOLLONIA SATURDAY, APRIL 23 celebrated Siwa Oasis in lieu of Hellenistic period and a great LIMASSOL, CYPRUS Embark on a full-day excursion the calls in Libya. One of Egypt’s to Cyrene, one of North center of learning, culture After a morning at sea, drop and science. Upon the death anchor at Limassol on the most remote and memorable Africa’s great cities of antiquity. sites, Siwa was historically famed Founded by Greek colonists of Alexander, Egypt was island of Cyprus and visit entrusted to , one of Kourion, an ancient city set for its Oracle of Amun. Count- from Thera () in less leaders and others sought his generals, who began a upon a great cliff. View the the 7th century BC, Cyrene the oracle’s advice, among them dynasty that lasted until 30 BC. mosaics depicting Achilles and was built on the side of a Alexander the Great, who visited The last Ptolemaic monarch gladiators near the Paphos hill, facing the plain and the the site in 331 BC. Some archae- was Cleopatra, whose life has Gate, and visit the ruined sea. Its substantial ruins ologists believe that Alexander fascinated writers and the 5th-century basilica and its and monuments testify to its was buried in Siwa. During our public from ancient times to wealth and power. Continue adjoining baptistery and the visit we will explore Siwa’s an- the present. Tour Alexandria’s to Apollonia to explore the restored Sanctuary of Apollo. cient remains, including the well- ancient ruins, including the site and the museum, which This evening join fellow travelers preserved Temple of Amun; the site of the famous lighthouse displays excellent mosaics from for a farewell cocktail reception Gabal al-Mawta, a low ridge with of Pharos, now occupied by the region’s early Byzantine aboard ship. CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) tombs from the 26th Dynasty to churches. CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) a fort; the Anfushi tombs, a the Ptolemaic and Roman peri- 3rd-century-BC necropolis SUNDAY, APRIL 24 LIMASSOL / U.S. ods; traditional villages that have WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20 cut in the limestone; and the TUBRUQ Disembark and transfer to the remained unchanged for centu- Ptolemaic theater. Also visit airport for return flights ries; and the fantastic surround- Arrive in the naturally protected the National Archaeological deep town of Tubruq, to the U.S. (B) ing desert sand dunes. Museum. CORINTHIAN II (B,L,D) once an colony No refunds will be given in the event of such an itinerary change. Corinthian II Program Cost* Rates are per person, based on double occupancy unless otherwise specified. Originally built in 1992 and refurbished and redecorated in 2004 and early 2005, the 114-guest Corinthian II accommodates all guests in 57 outside suites, each CATEGORIES RATES affording sea views and elegantly furnished with a sitting area, TV, safe, mini- Category E $9,995 refrigerator and other amenities, as well as a marble-appointed bathroom. Several suites include private balconies accessed via sliding glass doors. Spacious and Category D $10,995 finely decorated public areas include a library, an elegant lounge and The Club bar.

The restaurant, serving fine cuisine prepared by European chefs, accommodates Category C $11,995 all guests at a single seating. The ship also includes a gym, beauty salon, eleva- tor serving all passenger decks, sun deck with Jacuzzi and outdoor bar and café. Category B $12,995 Corinthian II is served by 70 experienced officers and crew.

Category A $13,995 603 601 Sun Deck Jacuzzi Explorer Deck Beauty Category AA $14,695 Salon 604 602 Gym Category VS $15,495

511509 507505 Bridge Sun Deck Erickson Deck Category PHS $16,995 Outdoor Café 512 510 508 506 Single/Category C** $14,390

427 425423 421 419 417 415 Library Single/Category B** $15,390 The Club Marco Polo Deck 428426 424422 420 418 416 414 Single/Category A** $16,390

Cabins range in size from 225 to 400 square feet, depending on the category. 347 345 343 341 339 333335 331 329 PHS and VS suites also feature private balconies and windows; AA suites have Lounge Reception Columbus Deck forward- and side-facing windows; A, B and D suites have windows; C and E 342344346348 340 338 330332336334 suites have portholes. See our website for cabin descriptions. *Association nonmembers add $200 per person. **A limited number of cabins is available at these single occupancy rates. 261 259257 255 Hospital Magellan Deck Flag: / Length: 297 ft. / Beam: 50 ft. / Draft: 12 ft. Restaurant 262 260 258 256 254 252 250 Information Terms & DATES April 7 to 24, 2011 (18 days) Conditions

S IZE Deposit & Final Payment Responsibility Limited to a total of 100 participants, including travelers from Stanford, A $1,000 deposit is required to hold The Stanford Alumni Association, Harvard, the Archaeological Institute of America and the National Trust space for the Voyage Along the Stanford University and our North African Coast. Complete and operators act only as agents for Historic Preservation. return the attached reservation form for the passenger with respect or sign up online. Final payment is to transportation and ship I NCLUDED due 120 days prior to departure. arrangements and exercise 16-night cruise aboard the Corinthian II 16 breakfasts, 15 lunches every care possible in doing so. and 16 dinners Open bar throughout the cruise Visa fees for Cancellations & Refunds However, we can assume no liability Deposits and any payments are fully Algeria and Egypt Bottled water on excursions Gratuities to for injury, damage, loss, accident, refundable, less a $500-per-person delay or irregularity in connection porters, guides, drivers and ship crew for all group activities All tours cancellation fee, until 120 days prior with the service of any automobile, and shore excursions as described in the itinerary Transfers and to departure. After that date, refunds motorcoach, launch or any other baggage handling on program arrival and departure days Port fees can be made only if the program is conveyance used in carrying out this sold out and your place(s) can be and embarkation taxes Minimal medical, accident and evacuation program or for the acts or defaults resold, in which case a $1,000-per- of any company or person engaged insurance Educational program with lecture series and pre-departure person cancellation fee will apply. in conveying the passenger or in materials, including recommended reading list, a selected book, map We recommend trip-cancellation carrying out the arrangements of insurance; applications will be and travel information Services of our professional tour manager to the program. We cannot accept any sent to you. assist you throughout the program responsibility for losses or additional Insurance expenses due to delay or changes NOT I NCLUDED Stanford Travel/Study provides in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, International and U.S. domestic airfare Passport fees Visa fees for all travelers who are U.S. or Canadian citizens with minimal force majeure or other causes Libya (approx. $784 per person) Immunization costs Meals and medical, accident and evacuation beyond our control. All such losses beverages other than those specified as included Independent and coverage under our group-travel or expenses will have to be borne by private transfers Trip-cancellation/interruption and baggage insurance insurance policy. Our group policy the passenger as tour rates provide arrangements only for the time Excess-baggage charges Personal items such as email, telephone is intended to provide minimal levels of protection while you are traveling stated. We reserve the right to make and fax calls, laundry and gratuities for nongroup services on this program. We strongly such alterations to this published recommend that you subscribe to itinerary as may be deemed A IR A RRAN GEMEN TS optional baggage and trip-cancella- necessary. The right is reserved International and U.S. domestic airfare is not included in the program tion insurance. A brochure offering to cancel any program prior to cost. Economy-class airfare from San Francisco to Seville, Spain, with such insurance will be mailed with departure in which case the entire payment will be refunded without return from Larnaca, Cyprus, is approximately $1,250 as of May 2010 your confirmation about one week after we receive your deposit. 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While we will do everything possible to maintain Eligibility the passenger and the cruise our prices, if the fuel rates increase significantly, it may be necessary to We encourage membership in company. Baggage is carried at the institute a fuel surcharge. the Alumni Association as the owner’s risk entirely. The airlines program cost for nonmembers is concerned are not to be held $200 more than the members’ responsible for any act, omission WHAT T O E XPECT price. Stanford alumni may become or event during the time that We consider this program to be moderately strenuous. Daily programs Annual ($75) or Life ($495) passengers are not onboard their involve one to three miles of walking through large ancient sites or cities Members. Stanford parents, faculty, plane or conveyance. Neither the staff, interns, residents and fellows with uneven terrain such as loose gravel, cobblestones, rocky paths, high Alumni Association, Stanford may become Installment Members University nor our operators accept thresholds and some gradual hills. Stairs and/or handrails are often ($90 down, $115/year for four years) liability for any carrier’s cancellation unavailable at the sites and in cities. In or Life Members ($495). Nonalumni penalty incurred by the purchase of addition, travelers should expect peri- may become Life Affiliates (one- a nonrefundable ticket in connection time fee, $650). Parents and their with the tour. Program price is ods of extended standing at sites and children under 21 may travel on one based on rates in effect in May 2010 in museums. Some days require early- membership. For more information and is subject to change without morning departures with full days of excur- or to purchase a membership, visit notice to reflect fluctuations in sions and drive times of up to four hours. www.stanfordalumni.org/member- exchange rates, tariffs or fuel ship or call (650) 725-0692. charges. As a condition of Temperatures during our program can be participation, all confirmed variable, ranging from the mid-80s (°F) during participants are required to sign the day to the low 50s in the early mornings a Release of Liability. and evenings. Participants must be physically California Seller of Travel Program Registration #2048 523-50 fit and in active good health. We welcome travelers over the age of 15 on this program. © COPYRIGHT 2010 STANFORD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRINTED ON RECYCLED, FSC-CERTIFIED PAPER IN THE U.S. Stanford Faculty Leader Classics professor MARSH McCALL decided he would become a teacher when he was in the third grade and went on to fulfill that desire introducing legions of university students to classics studies during a decades-long professorship at Stanford. He has also long been one of Travel/ Study’s most popular faculty leaders and has enchanted hundreds of participants on more than 25 Travel/Study programs with his lectures and on-site readings of classical authors. “One of the things that makes the trips so intensely rewarding,” says Marsh, “is being able to stand on-site and read in translation some of the passages from the great works of antiquity that are connected to that location.” On this program, Professor McCall will discuss Greek and Roman antiquity, Africa’s “Professor McCall literary legacy, and the Library of Alexandria and the preservation of Greek literature. read to us from Stanford professor of classics since 1976 The Aeneid as Formerly: chair of the classics department, associate dean of undergraduate studies, chair of the Western we surveyed the culture program committee and dean of Continuing Studies ruins of Carthage, Recipient of the Dinkelspiel Award for outstanding service to undergraduate education, the Lyman Award gazing out at for faculty volunteer service and the Phi Beta Kappa Teacher of the Year award the spectacular PhD, classics, Harvard Mediterranean. A big highlight!”

JAN TERRY, BARB ARY COAST COLLEGE, 2007

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“…smooth seas, rocky climbs, wonder-filled museums of antiquities, plus the excitingly dramatic and incomparable Professor Marsh McCall.” CAROL, ’51, AND BRAD D EWEY, A EGEAN S EA COLLEGE, 2009

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