HIDDEN GEMS OF THE AEGEAN The Islands aboard Harmony V With Harvey Cox and Nina Tumarkin July 23–August 1, 2014 Hidden Gems of the Aegean aboard Harmony V July 23–August 1, 2014 (9 nights/10 days)

Strewn like pearls across the to focus on some out-of-the-spotlight Aegean waters between the Greek islands in the Cyclades chain, mainland and , the Cyclades arguably the most fascinating of all are the poster islands for . the Greek island groups. In addition to Circling the island of (hence always popular and , their name, from the Greek word for you will visit , , circle, kyklos), they are renowned Folegandros, , and — for their beautiful beaches, white- each with its own personality and washed villages scattered among the ambience, and all contributing to rocky hills overlooking the sea, and lasting memories of an incomparable long stretches of hot, sunny weather. Greek island adventure. Before embarking, you will also enjoy While many of these islands are well visiting a selection of outstanding known and much visited, there are sites and museums in Athens. hidden gems waiting to be discovered. This specially designed itinerary has The Harmony V is the perfect size for been created to do just that. Aboard a cruise to uncrowded archaeological the privately chartered 25-cabin sites, tucked-away coves, and Harmony V, you will avoid the throngs unspoiled villages where daily life of visitors and the paths oft-traveled continues as it has for centuries.

ABOVE: The sun sets behind a pair of iconic windmills in the village of Oia on Santorini; INSET: Fresh-off-the-boat octopus waits to be prepared and served at a harbor-side restaurant

To book a trip call 800-422-1636 or visit alumni.harvard.edu/haa/travel HAA Study Leaders Harvey Cox, Hollis Research Professor of Divinity, received his PhD in the history and philosophy of religion at Harvard in 1962. Since 1965, he has taught in both the Divinity School and the College, eventually being named Hollis Professor, the oldest endowed chair at the university, before retiring from full-time teaching in 2009. His courses focus on the interaction of religion, politics, and culture.

Among his many books, the best known are The Secular City (the fiftieth-anniversary edition of which has just been issued), When Jesus Came to Harvard, Fire From Heaven, and most recently, The Future of Faith.

Harvey’s wife, Nina Tumarkin, professor of History and director of Russian Area Studies at Wellesley College, is a longtime associate of Harvard’s Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies (formerly the Russian Research Center). At Wellesley College, where she has taught since 1975 (after receiving her PhD from Harvard the same year), Nina teaches courses in all periods of Russia’s history as well as modern European history. She has published books on the Lenin cult and the Soviet and Russian cult of World War II.

Harvey & Nina’s lectures will focus on mythology and religion, the convergence of Greek-Hellenistic with Hebrew-Christian culture—which became the basis for Western civilization, and modern European history leading up to con- temporary issues, plus current Greek representations of its ancient and recent past.

ON THE COVER: A Greek church showing off the islands’ trademark whitewash perches serenely above the Aegean on Santorini; BELOW: , on the island of Syros, is the cultural and administrative capital of the Cyclades

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ABOVE, LEFT TO RIGHT: Donkeys, often colorfully draped, are a common sight on the islands; The National Archaeological Museum in Athens contains the world’s richest collection of artifacts from Greek antiquity; The quiet alleyways on Milos Island are a fine place to dine alfresco; INSET BELOW: Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, was an especially important figure in the islands

Wednesday–Thursday, July 23–24 Sunday, July 27 656-feet-high cliff. This afternoon, Home / Athens, Greece Naxos cruise to Milos, where, in 1820, a Depart home on an overnight flight to Cruise to Naxos, the largest and most farmer found the famous Venus de Athens. Upon arrival, check in to the agriculturally fertile island of the Milo statue, which now resides in the hotel. This evening enjoy an Cyclades. Its rugged mountains and Louvre in Paris. Cruise along the orientation and welcome reception. lush green valleys also make it one of coast to observe its fascinating rock Electra Palace Hotel (R) the most beautiful, and its many formations. Harmony V (B,L,D) churches and monasteries illuminate Friday, July 25 the island’s Byzantine heritage. Wednesday, July 30 Athens Sample some of the wines and Milos / Sifnos Enjoy a special guided tour of the cheeses produced on island farms Enjoy a morning stroll in Plaka, the world-class National Archaeological and enjoy a performance of Greek main town of Milos, and views of the Museum, viewing the top highlights dances. Harmony V (B,L,D) ancient city of Tripiti, where the Venus then delving deeper into the de Milo statue was excavated. Also treasures from the Cyclades Islands. Monday, July 28 enjoy swimming at some of the Also explore the excellent Benaki Santorini island’s beautiful beaches. In the late Museum, which houses Greek works Santorini is renowned for its iconic afternoon, cruise to Sifnos, arriving of art from prehistoric to modern half-moon-shaped caldera that was around dinner time for an overnight in times. Embark the Harmony V in the created by a great volcanic eruption port. Harmony V (B,L,D) late afternoon and depart for the around 1500 B.C. Cruise the caldera, Cyclades Islands. Harmony V (B,L,D) surrounded by steep cliffs, and explore the beautiful cliff-side towns Saturday, July 26 of Oia and Fira. Enjoy a private visit to Tinos / Syros the reopened Akrotiri archaeological Our ship docks this morning in Tinos, site, a Minoan Bronze Age settlement an important Greek Orthodox that was preserved in volcanic ash pilgrimage destination. Tinos is a until its excavation in the early 1900s green and mountainous island dotted (usually closed on Mondays). Also with unspoiled hill villages, windmills, stop at the Nomikos Foundation, and whitewashed dovecotes. Visit the which promotes the study of artists’ colony of Pirgos, where green archaeology, geology, and art history marble is quarried and sculpted, and in Greece and Santorini. Enjoy free explore the Museum of Marble Crafts, time to browse the shops and wander which displays the techniques and the alleyways of the artistic town of tools used in marble carving. In the Oia. Harmony V (B,L,D) afternoon continue to the island of Syros, capital of the Cyclades. Enjoy Tuesday, July 29 music, mezes, and ouzo in the town Folegandros / Milos square of Ermoupolis, noted for its To the west of Santorini lies ornate churches and neoclassical Folegandros, a quiet island less mansions. Harmony V (B,L,D) frequently visited. Explore one of its three small villages, Chora, the “capital,” built on the edge of a

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Athens

Tinos

Syros

Naxos Sifnos

Milos

Folegandros Santorini

ABOVE, LEFT TO RIGHT: Donkeys, often colorfully draped, are a common sight on the islands; The National Archaeological Museum in Athens contains the world’s richest collection of artifacts from Greek antiquity; The quiet alleyways on Milos Island are a fine place to dine alfresco; INSET BELOW: Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, was an especially important figure in the islands Details Ship size: 50 guests Thursday, July 31 Sifnos / Cruising Activity Level: Moderate Enjoy your last day in the Cyclades Co-sponsor: Princeton Journeys on the island of Sifnos. Explore the ancient Citadel at Agios Andreas, a What to Expect Mycenaean archaeological site dating We consider this a moderately strenuous program that is at times to the 13th century B.C., and the physically demanding and busy. Daily excursions involve up to bright-white Panagia Chrysopigi two miles of walking at a time, often on uneven terrain. In some monastery, built on a small islet instances, elevators are unavailable and stairs may not have handrails. connected to the rest of Sifnos by a Participants must be physically fit, active, and in good health. Summer bridge. Visit the walled, medieval, days in the Cyclades are sunny and warm; daytime temperatures in cliff-top village of Kastro, with its the 90s are possible, with evenings somewhat cooler. Rain showers magical buttressed alleys and are rare but it can be breezy on the coast. In Athens at this time of whitewashed houses, and the pretty year, daily temperatures can reach into the 90sF, with very little rain. village of Artemonas. Sifnos has a long tradition of producing superior Highlights pottery due to the high quality of its clay, and you will have time to visit a • .Attend a lecture program featuring Harvard study leaders and other potter’s workshop and try your hand guest speaker(s). at the wheel. This evening, enjoy a traditional Greek dinner in the village • .Cruise among the Cyclades Isles, focusing on those that retain of Vathy to celebrate your Greek their unspoiled beauty, simple rhythms of everyday life, and less island adventure. Then reboard the frequently visited sites. ship and cruise to Athens. • Relax aboard the Harmony V, an intimate, 25-cabin yacht entirely Harmony V (B,L,D) rebuilt and refurbished in 2009.

Friday, August 1 • On a circumnavigation of Milos, where the famous marble statue Athens / Home of the Venus de Milo was unearthed, investigate the geology of Disembark the ship in Athens dramatic cliff formations and swim in hidden coves. and transfer to the airport for flights home. (B) • During a private visit, marvel at the newly reopened Minoan Bronze Age archaeological site of Akrotiri on Santorini which had been shuttered for seven years.

• On Naxos, “most beautiful of the Cyclades,” observe its patchwork of gardens, vineyards, and villages and enjoy the enthusiasm of Greek

Photo credits (From Dreamstime.com): dancers. Syros, Greece Panorama © Freesurf69; Santorini Sunset © Nixite; • In Athens, visit the Cycladic treasures in the National Archaeological octopus © Olivier Meerson; Head of Donkey from Santorini © Nadezhda1906; Museum and the Benaki Museum of Greek Culture. National Archaeological Museum © Barbar1; Plaka Village, Milos Island © Lefpap; Statue of Poseidon © Maksym Dragunov. GREECE Aegean Sea Harmony V

Athens

Tinos

Syros

Naxos Sifnos

Milos

Folegandros Santorini

The Harmony V was launched in 2003 and refurbished in 2009. This sleek, high-tech yacht fits in well with the elegant private yachts found in the world’s most famous ports. With only 25 guest cabins, Harmony V offers an intimate and comfortable cruise experience with ample public spaces that include a lounge and bar, indoor single- seating dining room with large windows, al fresco dining area, sun deck, mini-spa, and swim platform for easy access to the ship and for a wide range of sea-related activities. All cabins have windows, en suite bathrooms, wood paneling, twin or queen beds, flat- screen TV, and mini-fridge.

RATES per person Double Single Air Arrangements Category C $5,990 $9,590 U.S. domestic and international airfare is not included in the program cost. ____ Round-trip, economy-class airfare between Boston and Athens is Category B $6,490 approximately $1,350 as of November 2013 and is subject to change without ____ Category A $6,990 notice. In order to give you as much flexibility as possible with the variety of ____ air travel options, you are free to make your own air arrangements for this Category P $7,490 program.

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