A Eureka Trip

TUNISIA: CULTURE AND CUISINE MAR. 25 – APR. 7, 2019 APPROXIMATELY $4,295*

Experience the beauty and bounty of with Cal Discoveries Why Eureka? Travel. Discover ancient and untouched Roman ruins, many of which eu·re·ka: a cry of joy or still stand tall and in better shape than their European archeological satisfaction when one finds counterparts. Dip your feet in the Mediterranean Sea and enjoy the or discovers something. unspoiled blue topaz waters against the breathtaking arid land above. Experience trips built with Visit other-worldly sites where Star Wars was filmed and submerge you in mind — handcrafted itineraries created by yourself in these real-life dreamscapes. Immerse yourself in Berber UC Berkeley travel experts. culture as you stroll through lively, colorful souks; a winding labyrinth filled with local shopkeepers and bright wares for sale—a treat for all Like us on Facebook! your senses! facebook.com/ CalDiscoveriesTravel Soak up knowledge under the tuteledge of Dr. Larry Michalak, cultural anthropologist and specialist in North at UC Berkeley. Learn *Please note: All dates, prices, and itinerary details are subject to change. about Dr. Michalak’s research in Tunisia as you gain insight into reli- Finalized pricing and terms and gious, political, and historical topics of interest. conditions will be made available soon.

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ITINERARY

DAY 1 | MAR. 25 | EN ROUTE DAY 5 | MAR. 29 | OLD TOWN Depart from your gateway city to arrive in This morning, walk through the medina (old , Tunisia on Day 2. Bon Voyage! town) and experience its , palaces, handicraft museum, an ornate necropolis of DAY 2 | MAR. 26 | ARRIVAL former Ottoman rulers, and lively . After a lunch of local specialties in a mansion, After arriving in Tunis, transfer to your hotel, the remainder of the afternoon is free for Tunisia Palace—a beautiful French colonial personal pursuits and relaxing. (B, L) period bank converted to a hotel. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers and learn about your journey at a welcome dinner. (D) DAY 6 | MAR. 30 | DJERBA Take an early morning flight to the idyllic Isle DAY 3 | MAR. 27 | of Djerba, a realm of sand and palm trees. Upon landing, proceed to the synagogue of This morning, tour the extensive archaeolog- Hara Sghira, one of the oldest, holiest Jewish ical digs around Carthage, one of the most monuments in and still the site famous names from antiquity. Explore the of a major annual pilgrimage. From there, remains of the theater, “upscale” residential reach the Isle’s “capital” of Houmt Souq in villas, steam baths, and a Punic sacrificial time for its weekly outdoor market. Also see temple. Then, stroll through whitewashed the superbly designed, informative museum , overlooking the Bay of Tunis. of arts and traditions throughout the country. The village is undoubtedly Tunisia’s most The remainder of the day is free to enjoy the picturesque, with breathtaking vistas framed hotel’s beachside amenities or wander around in bougainvillea, inspiration to generations of the bazaars of Houmt Souq, the best in the artists. After lunch in the village, head to the country for traditional crafts. (B, L, D) immense Bardo Museum, a former palace of the Bey of Tunis, world-renowned for its archaeological and Islamic collections. The DAY 7 | MAR. 31 | THE Roman , the best to be seen any- Take an excursion to the region of Foum where, present a study through craftsmanship to see the unique Berber of the rise and fall of the Empire. (B, L, D) settlements, built for protection like beehives atop outcrops of rock. Each settlement has DAY 4 | MAR. 28 | its own unique charm and history: village, the South’s most picturesque; the re- Archaeology again dominates the day as you stored Oulad Soltane; and 11th-century head west to Dougga. Tunisia’s prime Roman Ksar Kedim, the model for all other structures site, Dougga is a complete city with temples, in the area, with its mysterious geometrical theaters, baths, government buildings, resi- bas-reliefs. (B, L, D) dential quarters, and even the gents’ room. From there, continue to the equally impres- sive ruins of . The site is renowned DAY 8 | APR. 1 | MATMATA for its unique underground Roman villas with Today, head to the hilly region of Matmata. astounding mosaics that have been sheltered The area has dozens of giant wells, used as from the elements for two millennia. (B, L) dwellings by local who dug them ages

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ago to escape the desert’s heat. To the early DAY 11 | APR. 4 | EL DJEM Greek visitors these were the “troglodytes,” Today, visit the well-preserved El Djem or the cave dwellers. The iconic pits were Amphitheater. Larger than ’s used in the filming of the originalStar Wars. , it stands in splendid testimony to From here, cross the great salt lake Chott el the former wealth of these Roman provinces. Djerid. An immense flat stretch of white, the Its museum presents a reconstructed Roman lake provides your best opportunity to see a villa from the period. Next up is with a desert mirage. By late afternoon, reach the stop at its archaeological museum, renowned unique “mountain oasis” of Chebika, for its superb collection of mosaics from LECTURER and Mides in the En Negueb Hills. Settle into Roman tombs. Finish with a tour of Sousse’s Dr. Laurence Michalak Tamerza Palace, Tunisia’s most dramatically lively medina. (B, L, D) is a cultural anthropologist and located hotel, above a dry river bed and with specialist in North Africa, originally views of the ruined Tamerza . (B,L,D) from Woodland, California. After a DAY 12 | APR. 4 | B.A. at Stanford (1964), Larry was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Tunisia, DAY 9 | APR. 2 | Venture northeast to Nabeul, the country’s then did his M.A. at the University prime pottery center, and stroll in its weekly Visit Tozeur this morning, complete with a of London (1970) and Ph.D. at UC market. Next, stop at the Domaine Atlas, one Berkeley (1983). At Cal, Larry was horse-drawn buggy ride through Tunisia’s of the country’s prime wine producers, for a Vice Chair of Berkeley’s Center for largest oasis. Learn about local agriculture tour of the facility, a tasting of its prime crûs, Middle Eastern Studies and taught including the date palm and other crops. for 23 years, retiring in 2002. and a private lunch. From there drive up the Then, walk through the old city viewing its Bon Cape, the Continent’s northernmost unique sand-brick architecture. Finish with Besides , he speaks fluent point, with a stop at UNESCO World Heritage a visit to the zoo of desert fauna. Return to French, good Spanish, and fair Site Kerkouanne, Africa’s sole ruins of a German. He has traveled widely in Tamerza after lunch with free time to relax or Phoenician city. Continue the picturesque Europe, Asia, and Latin America. visit the hotel’s exquisite spa. This evening, be drive via thermal station with an He has taught and lectured on the entertained by tales of local Saharan folklore evening return to Tunis. (B, L) anthropology of food, tourism, over dinner. (B, L, D) migration, globalization, and prob- lems of economic development. DAY 13 | APR. 6 | TUNIS He is the author of books on social DAY 10 | APR. 3 | legislation and labor migration and Take time to check any last items off your list is currently working on a book on Depart for the ruins of Sbeitla. The Byzantines in Tunis or relax at your hotel, Moevenpick informal commerce. turned this former Roman town into one of Tunis. You will enjoy the luxurious beachside their main strongholds. The visit covers the property with a renowned spa. Tonight, enjoy Cal lecturer’s participation cannot impressive Forum temples and Byzantine a farewell dinner at a former palace of the old be guaranteed and is contingent churches. From there we continue North on a minimum number of paying city. (B, D) to , the former Arab capital of all travelers. Northern Africa and still one of Islam’s most sacred sites. A late afternoon tour includes DAY 14 | APR. 7 | TO USA the great , the oldest religious Transfer to Tunis this morning for flights monument still in use in North Africa, and home as we bid adieu to this beautiful corner the “Barber’s” mausoleum, with superb of the world. Andalusian decor. (B, L, D) Meals included as listed above: B=Breakfast; L = Lunch; D=Dinner

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