HARVARD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION 2013 WORLDWIDE TRAVEL PROGRAM

THE RISE & FALL OF THE ROMANOV DYNASTY Moscow, Yekaterinburg, St. Petersburg & the Golden Eagle May 2 to 14, 2013 THE RISE & FALL OF THE ROMANOV DYNASTY Moscow, Yekaterinburg, St. Petersburg & the Golden Eagle May 2 to 14, 2013 (11 days / 10 nights)

The fountains at Peterhof.

THE GLAMOROUS AND ILL-FATED ROMANOV DYNASTY IS THE FOCUS OF THIS EXCEPTIONAL RUSSIAN JOURNEY. BEGIN IN MOSCOW AND SEE THE ICONIC SIGHTS OF RED SQUARE ON A WALKING TOUR. BEFORE PUBLIC HOURS AT THE KREMLIN, VISIT THE ARMORY MUSEUM WITH ITS TSARIST TREASURES and Romanov jewels; then view the frescoed interiors of the cathedrals. By special arrangement, enter the Grand Kremlin Palace. Board the luxurious Golden Eagle train and awaken in Russia’s “Third Capital,” Kazan, where you will see its eclectic kremlin. Continue on your rail journey to Yekaterinburg, where the tragic end to the Romanov family will be illuminated. Fly to St. Petersburg for four nights in this beautiful city of canals. View the astounding art at Hermitage after hours. Travel to Tsar’s Village to enter Alexander Palace, the last home of Nicholas II, and Catherine’s Palace, with its Amber Room. See the fountains of Peterhof, the Russian Versailles, and enjoy a farewell dinner at Stroganoff Palace. Evening performances at the fabled Bolshoi and Mariinsky Theaters add to the pleasures of this program.

On the front cover: Church of the Savior on the Spilled Blood, St. Petersburg, photo by Edmund Nigel Gall.

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As this brochure goes to print, we have not yet confirmed the • Expert Harvard faculty and study leaders faculty study leader for this program. We intend, however, • Over 80 destinations on all seven continents that you will be joined by a Harvard lecturer who will enhance • Choice of Land & Rail; Cruises; Rivers & Lakes; your travel experience. You will discover that our lecturers and Family Adventures are not only first-rate scholars and teachers but also friendly • Travel with fellow HAA alums • Local culture, history, and traveling companions, eager to share their insights through cuisine at every stop conversation as well as in scheduled presentations. • Friendships that last beyond your trip

Frescoes at the Cathedral of the Assumption, the Kremlin, Moscow (above) and the Hermitage, St. Petersburg (below).

HIGHLIGHTS • Educational program featuring a Harvard study leader • In Moscow, visit the treasures of the Kremlin • See places significant in the history of the Romanov dynasty • Two-night train journey aboard the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express • Architectural tour of Kazan, Russia’s “Third Capital” • Two days in Yekaterinburg where the last Romanovs met their tragic end • Visit the Hermitage when it is closed to the public • Enjoy performances at the legendary Bolshoi and MariinskyTheaters • A farewell dinner at one of St. Petersburg’s finest restaurants in the former palace of Count Stragonoff.

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THURSDAY, MAY 2 SUNDAY, MAY 5 U.S.A. MOSCOW Depart on an overnight flight Following a morning lecture, to Moscow. visit the Romanov Chambers located in the historic district of FRIDAY, MAY 3 Zaryadye. One of Moscow’s first MOSCOW museums, the palace illustrates Upon arrival in Moscow, transfer the domestic life of the Romanov to the deluxe Ritz-Carlton in the nobles and is the birthplace of historic center overlooking the Mikhail, the first Romanov tsar. golden cupolas and red-brick After lunch, continue to the Old towers of the Kremlin. A late Tretyakov Gallery, which displays afternoon walking tour of nearby an extraordinary collection of Red Square will introduce you Russian art, ranging from 12th- to St. Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin’s century icons to 20th-century Tomb, and the GUM department paintings. Step into the adjacent store. Gather this evening for a St. Nicholas Church to view its welcome reception and dinner famed “Lady of Vladimir” icon, at the hotel. and enjoy a private performance Kul-Sharif Mosque, Kazan. of choral music. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon. TUESDAY, MAY 7 The evening is at leisure. KAZAN Awake in Kazan, Russia’s “Third MONDAY, MAY 6 Capital.” Founded in the 11th MOSCOW / GOLDEN EAGLE century, it is one of Russia’s This morning is unscheduled. oldest centers of culture, science, You may wish to enjoy the and trade. An architectural amenities of the hotel or return tour introduces you to Kazan’s to Red Square to see Lenin’s enormous and eclectic kremlin, Tomb or stroll through GUM. including the Kul-Sharif Mosque, After checking out of the hotel, one of the largest in Europe, and explore the famous Metro on a the 16th-century Annunciation guided tour, with stops at some Cathedral. Enjoy tea with of the most celebrated stations. faculty and students of Kazan Continue to the Novodevichy University, followed by a Tatar Icon at the Old Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow. Convent and Cemetery, the folkoric group concert. Rejoin resting place of many of Russia’s the Golden Eagle in time for a SATURDAY, MAY 4 most famous artists, writers, late lunch. As the train travels MOSCOW and politicians. Then board the east to Yekaterinburg, relax in Today is devoted to the Kremlin. luxurious Golden Eagle train for the lounge and watch the Begin with a before-hours tour of a two-night journey. Dinner is passing scenery. Dine with the Armory Museum, displaying served in the beautifully appointed fellow travelers tonight in the tsarist thrones and coaches. At restaurant cars. elegant dining car. the Diamond Fund, see the most spectacular of the Romanov jewels. After a traditional lunch, view the frescoes at the 15th-century Assumption and Annunciation Cathedrals. By special arrangement, enter the Grand Kremlin Palace, with its magnificent reception halls of St. George, St. Vladimir, and St. Andrew (pending the Kremlin’s schedule of events). Continue to Terem Palace to see the living quarters of Ivan the Terrible. This evening, attend a ballet or opera at the Bolshoi Theater, newly restored. Dinner is at leisure. Red Square at night (from left: GUM, St. Basil’s, the Watch Tower, and the Kremlin).

FOR DETAILED ITINERARIES, VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/HAA/TRAVEL WEDNESDAY, MAY 8 YEKATERINBURG RUSSIA Arrive in Yekaterinburg this morning and disembark the Golden Eagle. An orientation Ye katerinburg tour of this city, which borders St. Petersburg e Europe and Asia, begins at the Eagl lden historic square and continues Go to the vibrant theater district. Eagl e Go lden Yekaterinburg is the birthplace of Kazan CHINA Boris Yeltsin, the first Russian Moscow President, and you will also see sights connected with him. Check in to the Hyatt Regency, At lunch, meet with an anthro- SUNDAY, MAY 12 pologist who participated in the ST. PETERSBURG your home for the next two KAZAKHSTAN KYRGYZSTAN nights. Following lunch, visit the excavation and recovery work Drive to Peterhof, built by Peter city’s borderline, decorated with here. Visit Yekaterinburg’s art the Great to revival Versailles. semi-precious stones from the museumUKRAIN to see KasliE moulding See the Grand Palace and admire the Grand Cascade, a series of Ural mountains. Dinner features (cast-iron sculpture) and the UZBEKISTAN TAJIKISTAN regional Ural cuisine. history museum to view the bronze sculptures and fountains. Shigir Idol, the oldest known Then visit the Cottage Palace, a wooden sculpture in the world. favorite residence of Nicholas I. Dinner is at leisure. ContinueCaspian to Mon Plaisir PalaceTURKMENIS TAN Black or try toSe outsmarta the trick PAKISTAN FRIDAY, MAYSea 10 fountains of the lower gardens. Return to St. Petersburg by YEKATERINBURG / AFGHANISTAN ST. PETERSBURG hydrofoil. Following lunch, the Fly to St. PetersburgTURKEY this morning. balance of the afternoon is atIRAN Upon arrival, transfer to the Grand leisure. Attend a performance Hotel Europe in the city center. this evening at the world- In the late afternoon, enjoy a canal renowned Mariinsky Theater. cruise past magnificent palaces and under historic bridges. MONDAY, MAY 13 Dinner is at the hotel. ST. PETERSBURG Travel to “Tsar’s Village” for SATURDAY, MAY 11 a morning visit to Alexander ST. PETERSBURG Palace, famous for being the At breakfast, historian Dr. Zoya last home of Tsar Nicholas II. At Belyakova presents a lecture on the baroque Catherine Palace, the Romanov Dynasty. Travel to see the exquisite Amber Room; an island in the Neva River to see the original treasure was lost the Peter and Paul fortress and in World War II and it has been Ganina Yama. cathedral. Topped by an angel painstakingly reconstructed cupola, the cathedral is the based on black-and-white photos. THURSDAY, MAY 9 resting place of Peter the Great Then stroll in the formal gardens. YEKATERINBURG and subsequent tsars. The Lunch with entertainment is at The morning is dedicated to the remains of Nicholas II and his lively Podvorye in a log house. final days Tsar Nicholas and his family were placed here on the Upon returning to St. Petersburg, family. Begin at Russian Orthodox 80th anniversary of their deaths. the remainder of the afternoon Church on the Spilled Blood in Continue to the gold-domed is unscheduled. Celebrate this Honor of All Saints, recently built St. Isaac’s Cathedral to view its memorable trip with a festive to commemorate that tragic event elaborate interior, decorated with farewell dinner at Russian Empire, and dedicated to the last tsar’s intricate mosaic icons. After one of the city’s finest restaurants family. Below the main sanctuary lunch, the afternoon is at leisure. and located in the former palace is the memorial museum, whose This evening, you are invited of Count Stroganoff. cellar is the site of their execution for an after-hours visit to the in 1918. Drive to the outskirts Hermitage with its astounding TUESDAY, MAY 14 of the city to visit Ganina Yama, collections. A highlight is the ST. PETERSBURG / U.S.A. where the remains of the royal French Impressionist works. Dine Transfer to the airport this family were discovered in 1991. together at an elegant restaurant. morning for the flights home. THE GOLDEN EAGLE TRANS-SIBERIAN EXPRESS

Clockwise from top left: Golden Eagle in Moscow, the dining room, the lounge, and a gold-class cabin. Journey in comfort from Moscow to Kazan and Yekatinerburg in the Ural Mountains aboard the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express. Sleeping cars feature private en-suite bathrooms and individually controlled air conditioning. Dine on traditional Russian specialties and savor fine wines in the beautifully appointed restaurant car. Relax and chat with friends in the opulent bar car, where a pianist plays for your listening pleasure. A doctor accompanies the journey, and a service attendant is available around the clock.

LAND / RAIL / AIR RATE $13,995 per person, double received between 90 and 61 days before departure, 50 percent; occupancy; single supplement $4,995. no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds are given for cancellation on or TOUR COST INCLUSIONS Three nights at the Ritz Carlton, after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, Moscow; two nights cabin accommodations aboard Golden for any reason. Eagle; two nights at the Hyatt Regency in Yekaterinburg; four nights at the Grand Hotel Europe, St. Petersburg; breakfast CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to daily, eight lunches, seven dinners, wine with dinners; change at the discretion of HAA Travels and the tour operator. welcome and farewell reception; evening performance Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of in Moscow; evening performance in St. Petersburg; internal the individual. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel airfare Yekaterinburg to St. Petersburg; enrichment program prices, airfare, and currency exchange rates in effect at the time of lectures and special events; escorted sightseeing by motor- of brochure printing and are subject to change. While the tour coach; entrance fees for visits; airport / hotel / train group operator will do everything possible to maintain the published transfers and porterage; taxes; port and service charges; trip price, it may be necessary to institute a surcharge. gratuities to guides and drivers; $50,000 emergency medical assistance and evacuation insurance. INSURANCE We highly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance. An application for insurance will be TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS Airfare; passport and visa fees; provided by HAA upon confirmation. customary train gratuities; alcoholic beverages other than wine at dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfers RESPONSIBILITY Certain other provisions apply regarding for those not on group flights; excess baggage; trip insurance; limitations of liability and rights of HAA Travels and the tour any other items not specifically mentioned as included. operator. The statement of responsibility is available at http://alumni.harvard.edu/travel/trips/russia-romanovs-2013. RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS & FINAL PAYMENT To reserve If you are not able to access the Internet, please call HAA Travels your space on this program, a $2,500 deposit is required per at 800.422.1636 or 617.496.0806. person. Please either call us at 800.422.1636 or 617.496.0806, or fill out and mail or fax the registration form. Reservations DISCLAIMER Every reasonable effort has been made to are acknowledged in order of receipt until the maximum enrollment ensure the accuracy of information presented in this publication. has been reached. Your final payment is due 120 days prior to Neither HAA Travels nor the tour operator is responsible for errors departure and must be made by check. in or damages resulting from use of the information contained herein. Information contained in this brochure is subject to change. CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS All cancellations must be made in writing to HAA Travels and are subject to a $350 non- QUESTIONS Please call HAA Travels at 800.422.1636 or refundable administrative fee. Cancellations received between 617.496.0806, email: [email protected]. 120 and 91 days prior to departure will be charged a fee in the amount of 20 percent of the program cost per person; those CST 2059789-40 2012 & 2013 HAA TRIPS REGISTRATION FORM

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