STANFORD TRAVEL/STUDY

STANFORD TRAVEL/STUDY RussiaN RiveRs moscow to st. petersburg

September 6 to 18, 2013

a program of the stanford alumni association STANFORD TRAVEL/STUDY Church of the transfiguration, kizhi island Russia is booming and nowhere is this fact more evident than in the country’s ultramodern capital, Moscow. We visit this great city before beginning our voyage to equally fascinating St. Petersburg along the chain of waterways that links the villages and cities known as the “Golden Ring.” Here we experience Old Russia, the Russia of Peter the Great: sweeping vistas, quaint villages and monasteries flled with religious treasures. Our journey of discovery is led by Professor Robert Service, whose expertise in Russian literature, history and politics provides us with insight into the complex nature of this fascinating country. Join us as we explore Russia’s storied past and examine its present- day challenges.

Brett S. Thompson, ’83, Director, Stanford Travel/Study

Highlights caption ENJOY private access SAVOR the Volga River’s MARVEL at Russia’s rich GAIN an insider’s to the Kremlin’s Armory countryside charm, with its musical and dance heritage perspective on Russia’s Museum and Grand Kremlin riverside walks, picturesque at a variety of lively cultural current events during a Palace during an exclusive islands and forests of graceful performances. private guest lecture by tour. willow trees. a Russian statesman.

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Diamond Fund, with their WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Itinerary collections of coronation finery YAROSLAVL KIZHI ISLAND and elaborate Fabergé eggs. Founded in 1010, Yaroslavl The Kareliya region, which spans FRIDAY & SATURDAY Take a private tour of the Grand is one of the oldest cities in the area north from St. Peters- SEPTEMBER 6 & 7 Kremlin Palace, formerly the central Russia. At the Monastery burg to the Arctic Circle, is a vast DEPART U.S. / of the Transfiguration of the wilderness of forest and water. MOSCOW, RUSSIA tsar’s residence in Moscow, and Savior, climb the bell tower for Discover Lake Onega, fed by 58 Following an overnight flight from Assumption Cathedral, the place a panoramic view of the city. rivers and home to 1,369 islands, the U.S., arrive in Moscow on of coronations and the burial site Later, admire the mosaics at the including Kizhi Island, a World Saturday and check in to our of religious leaders. Continue to Church of Elijah the Prophet, Heritage site. The centerpiece of hotel. The evening is at leisure. Red Square, dominated by the walk along the river past richly the island’s open-air museum of Ritz Carlton Hotel iconic, colorful architecture of St. Basil’s Cathedral and Christ the decorated merchant residences magnificent wooden churches is SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Savior Cathedral, whose beauty and attend a local dance the 18th-century Transfiguration MOSCOW is rivaled only by its incredible performance. Volga Dream (B,L,D) Church, featuring 22 domes and After a welcome orientation history. This afternoon, embark a fine Baroque iconostasis. Fairy- and lecture, head to the New the Volga Dream to begin our THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 tale-like in appearance, it was GORITZY Tretyakov Gallery, home to one of voyage to St. Petersburg. built without a single metal nail. Early this morning cross the world’s greatest collections Volga Dream (B,L,D) Volga Dream (B,L,D) of 20th-century Russian art. Lake Beloye (White Lake), formerly known as “the tsar’s Visit the Park of the Fallen TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Heroes, a fascinating open-air UGLICH fishing grounds.” In the small sculpture park best known for its After a full day of cruising past settlement of Goritzy, tour the collection of Soviet-era statues forested hillsides, dock in the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery, of “fallen” leaders. Also tour the ancient trading town of Uglich. founded in 1397 and home Moscow Metro, an architectural Our walking tour of this “Golden to one of the best collections showpiece. This evening enjoy a Ring” city includes a stop at of Russian icons in the world. welcome reception and dinner. the Church of St. Dmitri-on-the- The monastery is comprised Ritz Carlton Hotel (B,L,D) Blood, erected on the site where of the Upensky Cathedral Dmitri, son of Ivan the Terrible, and several churches built in MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 was murdered in 1591. Also the 16th and 17th centuries. MOSCOW / EMBARK visit the impressive Cathedral of Once important as a political VOLGA DREAM the Transfiguration, noted for its prison, the monastery was Visit the Kremlin and enjoy a beautiful iconostasis, and attend eventually secularized and special early entrance to the an enchanting concert of choral turned into a museum. Armory Museum and State music. Volga Dream (B,L,D) Volga Dream (B,L,D) Peterhof palace, st. petersburg

saint basil’s SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 erine’s Palace, which houses the its vast mosaics and enjoy a cathedral, moscow SVIR RIVER / MANDROGI extraordinary Amber Room, its six late-afternoon opening of the Pass quaint riverside hamlets tons of solid amber deftly carved renowned Hermitage Museum, and birch forests as the Volga and framed in gold leaf. The room when one of the world’s most Dream cruises from Lake Onega was stripped by the Nazis in 1941, important collections of European to Lake Ladoga along the but majestically reconstructed in art can be admired without the 139-mile-long Svir River. Admire honor of St. Petersburg’s 300th crowds. Astoria Hotel (B,L) the quiet beauty of a region birthday. Return to St. Petersburg that has long inspired artists for an evening at leisure. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 and poets. As the Volga Dream Astoria Hotel (B,L) ST. PETERSBURG / stops to enter nearby locks, step PETERHOF ashore to experience daily life in MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Drive along the shores of the the charming wooden village of ST. PETERSBURG Gulf of Finland to Peterhof and Mandrogi. Volga Dream (B,L,D) On a morning city tour, stop at enjoy an early entrance to the the Peter and Paul Fortress, monumental summer palace SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 burial place of the Romanov and park of Peter the Great. ST. PETERSBURG / monarchs; St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Return to St. Petersburg by DISEMBARK / PUSHKIN famous for its enormous gilded hydrofoil for an afternoon at Disembark the Volga Dream and dome and finely decorated inte- leisure before this evening’s gala travel to Pushkin to visit Cath- rior; and Nevsky Prospect, site of farewell reception and dinner. the city’s finest shops, cafés and Astoria Hotel (B,L,D) Optional Pre-trip museums. Visit the Church of Extension in Moscow Our Saviour on Spilt Blood with WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 september 4 to 7, 2013 ST. PETERSBURG / U.S. (2 additional days) Following breakfast at our hotel, transfer to the airport for flights Go in-depth in Russia’s vibrant back to the U.S. (B) capital city with visits to the State Tretyakov Gallery and Pushkin Museum. Also visit Novodevichy Cemetery, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the resting place of Russia’s most famous writers and political leaders. Additional details and rates will be provided to confirmed participants. volga dream Uglich

deluxe stateroom saint basil’s cathedral, moscow Volga Dream Program Cost*

Rebuilt and redesigned in 2006, the 100-passenger Volga Dream sets a high Rates per person, double occupancy standard of luxury and service on Russia’s waterways. Each elegantly appointed cabin features outside views, as well as a host of amenities including temperature category a $8,490 Standard stateroom on Cabin Deck with twin beds, portholes. controls, satellite flat-screen TV, safe deposit box and minibar. Public areas include Average 100 sq. ft. a fitness center with sauna, library, boutique, outdoor bar with teak furniture and

wood-paneled lounge. The charming dining room serves all passengers in a category b $9,990 single seating. The Volga Dream is served by 63 experienced international and Superior stateroom on Main Deck with twin beds, large picture window. Average 113 sq. ft. Russian officers and Russian crew.

category c $10,990 SUN DECK Deluxe stateroom on Promenade Deck or Sun Deck with double bed, large picture window. Average 120 sq. ft.

411 409 407 405 403 NEVA LADOGA BAR LOUNGE category D $12,490 412 408 406 404 402 Jr. Suite on Promenade Deck or Sun Deck with double bed, large picture window. Average 161 sq. ft.

PROMENADE DECK category E $13,490 Deluxe Jr. Suite on Sun Deck with double bed, large picture window. Average 161 sq. ft. 323 321 319 317 315 313 311 309 307 305 303 301 300 category F $14,990 LIBRAR Y 324 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302 Owner’s Suite on Promenade Deck, lavishly furnished, queen bed, with large picture windows and private balcony. 264 sq. ft.

MAIN DECK Rates per person, single occupancy 209 207 205 203 201 DINING ROOM category A $11,290 FOYER Standard stateroom on Cabin Deck with twin beds, portholes. 210 208 206 204 202 Average 100 sq. ft.

category C $13,490 CABIN DECK Deluxe stateroom on Promenade Deck or Sun Deck with twin beds, large picture window. Average 120 sq. ft. 107 105 103 101

*Association nonmembers add $200 per person. 108 106 104 102 Information Terms & Conditions

Dates Deposit & Final Payment Responsibility September 6 to 18, 2013 (13 days) A $1,000-per-person deposit is The Stanford Alumni Association, required to hold space for this Stanford University and our Size program. An additional $200-per- operators act only as agents Limited to 48 Stanford participants. We have secured block space person deposit is required to hold for the passenger with respect space for the optional pre-trip to transportation and ship on the Volga Dream, which has a capacity of 100 passengers. extension. Complete and return arrangements and exercise every Although there will be other passengers onboard, Stanford will have the attached reservation form or care possible in doing so. However, exclusive shore excursions, lectures and special events. sign up online. Final payment is we can assume no liability for due 120 days prior to departure. injury, damage, loss, accident, Included As a condition of participation, all delay or irregularity in connection 5 nights of deluxe hotel accommodations 6-night cruise aboard confirmed participants are required with the service of any automobile, the Volga Dream 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 8 dinners to sign a Release of Liability. motorcoach, launch or any other Welcome and farewell receptions Wine, beer and soft drinks at conveyance used in carrying lunches and dinners aboard the Volga Dream Bottled water on Cancellations & Refunds out this program or for the acts excursions Gratuities to porters, guides, drivers, waitstaff and Deposits and any payments are or defaults of any company or refundable, less a $500-per- person engaged in conveying the ship crew for all group activities All tours and shore excursions person cancellation fee, until 120 passenger or in carrying out the as described in the itinerary Transfers and baggage handling on days prior to departure. After that arrangements of the program. We program arrival and departure days Single-entry Russian visa date, refunds can be made only cannot accept any responsibility for for U.S. citizens Port fees and embarkation taxes Minimal if the program is sold out and losses or additional expenses due medical, accident and evacuation insurance Educational your place(s) can be resold, in to delay or changes in air or other program with lecture series and pre-departure materials, including which case a $1,000-per-person services, sickness, weather, strike, recommended reading list, a selected book, map and travel cancellation fee will apply. We war, quarantine, force majeure or information Services of our professional tour manager to assist recommend trip-cancellation other causes beyond our control. you throughout the program insurance; applications will be All such losses or expenses will sent to you. have to be borne by the passenger as tour rates provide arrangements Not Included Insurance only for the time stated. We reserve International and U.S. domestic airfare Passport fees and visas Stanford Travel/Study provides the right to make such alterations for non-U.S. citizens Immunization costs Meals and beverages all travelers who are U.S. or to this published itinerary as may other than those specified as included Independent and private Canadian citizens with minimal be deemed necessary. The right transfers Trip-cancellation/interruption and baggage insurance medical, accident and evacuation is reserved to cancel any program Excess-baggage charges Personal items such as internet access, coverage under our group-travel prior to departure in which case telephone and fax calls, laundry and gratuities for nongroup services insurance policy. Our group policy the entire payment will be refunded is intended to provide minimal levels without further obligation on our Air Arrangements of protection while you are travel- part. The right is also reserved International and U.S. domestic airfare is not included in the pro- ing on this program. We strongly to decline to accept or retain recommend that you subscribe any person as a member of the gram cost. Roundtrip, economy-class airfare on Lufthansa Airlines to optional baggage and trip-can- program. No refund will be made from San Francisco to Moscow with return from St. Petersburg cellation insurance. A brochure for an unused portion of any is approximately $1,500 as of November 2012 and is subject to offering such insurance will be tour unless arrangements are change without notice. mailed with your confirmation about made in sufficient time to avoid one week after we receive your penalties. It is understood that Fuel Costs deposit. The product offered in this the ship’s ticket, when issued, In the uncertain, often volatile oil market of late, it is difficult to brochure includes special benefits if shall constitute the sole contract predict fuel costs over the long term and, more specifically, at the you postmark your insurance payment between the passenger and the time of operation of this voyage. Our prices are based upon the within a specified window: 15 days cruise company. Baggage is of the date listed on the confirmation prevailing fuel rates at the time of brochure printing. While we will do carried at the owner’s risk entirely. letter for the Waiver of Pre-existing The airlines concerned are not to everything possible to maintain our prices, if the fuel rates increase Conditions and coverage for Financial be held responsible for any act, significantly, it may be necessary to institute a fuel surcharge. Insolvency; 21 days for the Cancel for omission or event during the time Any Reason benefit. that passengers are not onboard What to Expect their plane or conveyance. Neither We consider this program to be moderately strenuous and at times Eligibility the Alumni Association, Stanford physically demanding and busy. Travelers should be prepared for We encourage membership in the University nor our operators accept long walking tours, up to three miles in a day, often on uneven Alumni Association as the program liability for any carrier’s cancellation terrain, such as cobblestoned streets. Tours may require spend- cost for nonmembers is $200 more penalty incurred by the purchase ing several hours on one’s feet and standing in one place at a than the members’ price. Parents of a nonrefundable ticket in and their children under 21 may time, such as during museum tours where seats are not available. connection with the tour. Program travel on one membership. For price is based on rates in effect in In many instances, guided tours require climbing up and down more information or to purchase a November 2012 and is subject to several flights of stairs where steps may be steep and uneven, and membership, visit alumni.stanford. change without notice to reflect elevators may be unavailable. Many sites and museums do not edu/goto/membership or call fluctuations in exchange rates, allow motorcoaches to pull directly in front, thus requiring a walk (650) 725-0692. tariffs or fuel charges. of several minutes to reach the entrance. 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Robert Service’s passion for Russia began when he was a Russian language and literature student at Cambridge, where he reveled in the chance to read Dostoevsky and Solzhenitsyn in their native language. He then switched to Soviet politics for his master’s and to the history of the USSR for his doctorate. As an exchange program student in Leningrad in the mid-1970s he also became a fan of Russian popular music. “No other country offers such a vibrant diversity of culture and aspiration,” explains Professor Service.

His research interests cover Russian history and politics in all its aspects, from the late 19th century to the present day. His biography of Leon Trotsky won the 2009 Duff Cooper “An excellently prize awarded to the best work of history, biography, political science or poetry published in English or French. He is currently working on a book about the end of the Cold War, conceived, which will be a counterpart to his recently published Spies and Commissars: Russia smoothly run and the West in the Bolshevik Revolution. During our program, Professor Service will discuss the workings (and nonworkings) of communism, Russian authors of the last two journey to centuries, and the future of Russian politics and leaders. fascinating — Fellow, St. Antony’s College, Oxford University — Senior fellow, Hoover Institution, Stanford University places....” — MA and PhD, government, University of Essex; Lois Miller, ’62, MA, modern language, University of Cambridge Imperial Russian Waterways, 2010

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alumni.stanford.edu/goto/travelstudy “This is a trip of a lifetime.”

John E. Miller, ’61, LLB ’64, Imperial Russian Waterways, 2010

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Peterhof Palace, St. Petersburg