April 10-24, 2016 July 18-29, 2020 WaterwaysIndia of St. Petersburg to Harvey Goldblatt Paul Freedman Professor of Medieval Slavic Literatures Chester D. Tripp Professor of History Chair, History of Science, History of Medicine Dear Yale Traveler

I warmly invite you to travel with me along the waterways from St. Petersburg to Moscow. We will experience the legendary pageantry and traditional folklore of Russia, along the picturesque rivers, serene lakes, and romantic that link St. Petersburg with Moscow. Between these grand cultural capitals lies a countryside seemingly untouched by the modern age, where daily life unfolds according to generations-old rituals. Golden‑domed churches glow in the early morning mist, quaint wooden villages and old-world farms cover the green landscape, and the long summer evenings give prominence to the wonderful contrasts of Russia’s Highlights inland waterways. Visit 19th-century St. Isaac’s Highlights include the UNESCO World Heritage Cathedral, whose striking site of and enchanting Uglich. Visit the complex gilded cupola crowns the city’s skyline, and admire its of wooden buildings original to , which has dazzling interior of malachite, also been designated a UNESCO site. And end in the lapis lazuli, and 14 types elegant city of Moscow, the political and commercial of marble. capital of the world’s largest country. Sample traditional Russian Home for this voyage is the deluxe Dream, spirits and beverages with a the premier small ship on Russia’s waterways. specially arranged Russian Ninety guests are the maximum this comfortable vodka tasting and an exclusive vessel can accommodate. The crew on board are all afternoon tea in the home of a English‑speaking to ensure you will receive personalized local resident in Svirstroy. service and fine cuisine throughout your voyage. See the jewel-encrusted I hope you will join me as we learn about a Amber Room in the Baroque world of great artistic, historical, and architectural Catherine Palace. Laden with significance. Yale will be sharing this program with six tons of solid amber and travelers from Dartmouth Alumni, the National Trust deftly carved and framed in gold leaf, it is said to for Historic Preservation, U of Pennsylvania Alumni, be the “Eighth Wonder of Rensselaer Alumni, UCLA Alumni, and members of the the World.” Virginia Museum. To hold your place please register at www.yaledtravel.org/waterwaysrussia20 or call 203-432-1952. All the best from Yale,

Harvey Goldblatt Professor of Medieval Slavic Literatures

yaleedtravel.org/waterwaysrussia20 Yale Study Leader and Guest Speaker Upcoming Trips Harvey Goldblatt Danube Oberammergau Harvey Goldblatt, Professor of Medieval Slavic Passion 06/21/2020 - 07/01/2020 Literatures at Yale, is a leading specialist in Prof. Harold Attridge Russian and other Eastern-European cultural and religious traditions. He is the author of numerous 06/21/2020 - 06/29/2020 important studies on diverse aspects of Orthodox Prof. Maureen Long Slavic literary civilization (with particular emphasis on the medieval and premodern 07/07/2020 - 07/16/2020 periods), which are often written with a view towards establishing Prof. Harvey Goldblatt their links to larger global issues as well as to Western religious teachings, ideas, and structures of thought. His enthusiasm for the complexities of and of Russian Orthodoxy has been accompanied by a strong interest in crucial moments of transition, when Russian civilization was considerably transformed as a result of either internal conflicts or external confrontations. He has been lauded by students and alumni alike for his cogent lectures and insights, as well as for his warmth, humor, and accessibility. Professor Goldblatt has visited Russia many times in the past and has previously joined alumni twice on the Waterways of Russia trip. There is no doubt that he will bring to this journey a passion for the changing tides of Russian history, a love for the unique beauty of Russia’s countryside and its small towns, and an enthusiasm for the rich artistic legacy of its great cities. He eagerly looks forward to exchanging ideas about a vibrant and exciting world that is awaiting your arrival. Pavel Palazhchenko Principal English interpreter for former Soviet President and former Soviet Foreign Minister , Pavel Palazhchenko remains one of the world’s leading interpreters.

• Yale Educational Travel • Yale Alumni Association • Box 209010, New Haven, CT 06520-9010 • Reservations: 203.432.1952 [email protected] ITINERARY FINLAND Kizhi Island JULY 18-29, 2020 Lake Onega WELCOME PHONE CALL Svirstroy r St. Petersburg ive Monday, June 29 (tentative) R Lake Beloye ir Join the group at 4 p.m. Eastern for a v River S Goritsy pre-trip welcome call with Professor Volga-Baltic River Goldblatt to learn more about what Lake Waterway Rybinskoye to expect and to ask questions. RUSSIA lga River Yaroslavl U.S./ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA Vo UNESCO Uglich Saturday and Sunday, World Heritage Site Moscow Cruise Itinerary July 18 and 19 Moscow Depart the U.S. for Russia and Air Routing arrive in St. Petersburg. Transfer to yaleedtravel.org/waterwaysrussia20 Moscow River the five‑star Belmond Grand Hotel . Sunday evening, attend the welcome reception in the hotel. (R) ST. PETERSBURG /KIZHI ISLAND Wednesday, July 22 Friday, July 24 ST. PETERSBURG Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Tour the UNESCO World Monday, July 20 site of Peterhof, commissioned by Heritage‑designated Kizhi Pogost, Explore the city’s UNESCO World Peter the Great to rival Versailles, an open-air museum of Heritage‑designated historic center. and tour the Grand Palace and the wooden architecture. Admire the See Nevsky Prospekt, the ornate elaborately landscaped gardens. 120-foot-tall Church of Church of the Savior on Lunch is included this afternoon. the Transfiguration, the world’s Spilled Blood (Church of the Later, embark the deluxe tallest entirely wooden building. Resurrection of Christ), and the Volga Dream and attend the Cruise Lake Onega and view the iconic golden spire of the Admiralty. Captain’s welcome reception. untouched Karelian countryside. Tour Peter and Paul Fortress, built in (B/L/R/D) (B/L/D) 1703 to guard Russia’s only outlet to the Baltic Sea. Visit St. Isaac’s Cruise the picturesque LAKE BELOYE/GORITSY/ SHEKSNA RIVER Cathedral and admire its striking waterways of Russia, gilded cupolas. Saturday, July 25 Later, visit Tsarskoye Selo including the Svir Along the shores of Lake Beloye, (Pushkin) and the Catherine Palace, River, Lake Ladoga, see rural communities steeped in the long‑standing traditions of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lake Onega, Lake Lunch is included in a local restaurant. Old Russia. From Goritsy, transfer This evening, you may choose to Beloye, the Sheksna to the Kirillo‑Belozersky Monastery attend an optional Russian folklore River, Lake Rybinskoye, and see its collection of early printed performance in Nicholas Palace and the Volga River. books and pictorial embroidery. (schedule to be determined). (B/L) Along the Sheksna River, view rustic family farms and traditional ST. PETERSBURG NEVA RIVER/LAKE LADOGA/ Russian wooden cottages. (B/L/D) Tuesday, July 21 SVIR RIVER/SVIRSTROY Enjoy a specially arranged Thursday, July 23 LAKE RYBINSKOYE/ early entrance to the UNESCO Admire the banks of the Neva River VOLGA RIVER/YAROSLAVL World Heritage‑designated State along the shores of Lake Ladoga. Sunday, July 26 Hermitage Museum, one of the This afternoon, visit Svirstroy, a serene Cruise scenic Lake Rybinskoye largest museums in the world. riverside village. Call at the home and dock in Yaroslavl, one of the Tour the State Hermitage Museum’s of a local village resident for tea and “Golden Ring” of fortified cities and General Staff Building to view Russian pies before continuing along villages built to encircle Moscow. priceless French Impressionist and the Svir River. Stroll along the river to the Post‑Impressionist works. This evening, attend a lecture by Church of Elijah the Prophet This evening, choose to attend Pavel Palazhchenko, interpreter and in the heart of the Old Town. an optional Russian ballet performance advisor for former Soviet President See the 12th-century Monastery of (schedule to be determined). (B) Mikhail Gorbachev. (B/L/D) the Transfiguration.(B/L/D) What is Included: UGLICH/VOLGA RIVER World Heritage-designated • Program of lectures and Monday, July 27 Kremlin, the home of Russia’s discussions with Harvey Goldblatt. Arrive in the “Golden Ring” city of present‑day parliament, the Duma. • Acclaimed guest speaker Uglich and walk to the Church of Walk through magisterial Red Pavel Palazhchenko. • Accommodation on double Prince Dimitri-on-the-Blood. Square, a UNESCO World Heritage occupancy basis as per This afternoon, cruise the site, and admire St. Basil’s Cathedral, the itinerary. Volga River, the main artery of a national symbol. • Meals as indicated in the itinerary. • All entrance fees as per the Russian heartland for over a Check into the five-star the itinerary. millennium. Marriott Royal Aurora Hotel and • Services of Travel Director during Attend Pavel Palazhchenko’s enjoy dinner in the hotel. (B/L/D) the program. second lecture followed by the • Complimentary house wine and beer with lunch and dinner. Captain’s farewell reception this MOSCOW/U.S. • Welcome & farewell receptions. evening. (B/L/R/D) Wednesday, July 29 • Gratuities to ship personnel, local Continue on the Iconic Moscow guides, and drivers on included excursions and transfers. MOSCOW Post-Program Option or transfer • Transfers and luggage handling Tuesday, July 28 to the airport for your flight to the abroad if your arrival(s)/ Arrive in Russia’s capital city and U.S. (B) departure(s) coincide with scheduled group transfer(s). disembark the ship. See the • Port taxes. Cathedral of Christ the Redeemer, Included meals indicated each day as B/L/R/D • Complimentary bottled water the monument of Peter the Great, = Breakfast/Lunch/Reception/Dinner. in your stateroom or suite and the Bolshoi Theatre, and views of on excursions. • Emergency medical evacuation the city from University Square. services through UHC Global Explore Moscow’s cultural and Assistance. historical treasures at the UNESCO What is Not Included: • Expenses of a personal nature like laundry, telephone/fax calls, Internet, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, etc. • Any insurance other than specified above. • Any meals or beverages that are not specified in the above inclusions. • International airfares. • Passport and all visa fees and photos. • Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and airplane delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, political disturbances, taxes, lost luggage, etc. • Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions. yaleedtravel.org/waterwaysrussia20 MS VOLGA DREAM

Sun Deck Promenade Deck Main Deck Cabin Deck ICONIC MOSCOW Post-Program Option Ladoga Bar July 29-31 $895 per person, double occupancy 411 409 407 405 403 $1,195 per person, single occupancy 412 408 406 404 402 Further explore the jewels of Russia’s capital and delve deep into its Neva Lounge Sun Deck and pre‑revolutionary past. Library Ride the Moscow Metro, where stained

323 321 319 317 315 313 311 309 307 305 303 301 300 glass, marble pillars, and ornate sculptures make the train stations 324 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302 unlike any others in the world. Tour Promenade Deck the fascinating Cold War Museum in Fitness Room Dining Room Bunker-42 on Taganka, a former secret 209 207 205 203 201 Co ee military complex. Visit the acclaimed Station State Tretyakov Gallery; the Armoury 210 208 206 204 202 Museum—the oldest museum in Main Deck Reception Boutique Russia—to see the world’s largest collection of Imperial Fabergé eggs; 107 105 103 101 and the Tolstoy House Museum, Sauna where author Leo Tolstoy lived in 1882. 108 106 104 102 Spend two nights in the five‑star Cabin Deck Marriott Royal Aurora Hotel. Details will be provided with your reservation confirmation. CATEGORY 7 $6,035 Stateroom with two twin beds and one or two portholes. Cabin Deck. CATEGORY 6 $7,035 Stateroom with two twin beds and two windows. Main Deck, aft. (limited availability) CATEGORY 5 $7,835 Stateroom with two twin beds and two windows. Main Deck. Single pricing $12,735 CATEGORY 4 $8,235 Stateroom with one double bed and one or two windows. Promenade Deck, aft. Single pricing $13,535 CATEGORY 3 $8,835 Stateroom with one double bed and one or two windows. Promenade Deck, midship and forward. CATEGORY 2 $9,035 Stateroom with one double bed and one or two windows. Promenade Deck, midship. CATEGORY 1 $9,235 Stateroom with two twin beds and one or two windows. Sun Deck. JUNIOR SUITE $9,935 Suite with one queen bed, two windows, chair, and desk. Sun Deck and Promenade Deck, midship. (limited availability) OWNER’S SUITE $10,635 Large suite with one queen bed, eight windows, and sitting area with sofa, chair, and desk. Promenade Deck. (limited availability) Taxes and gratuities to ship personnel are included for all categories. Please call Yale Educational Travel for specific cabin availability. Reserve Your Trip To Russia Today Book online : yaleedtravel.org/waterwaysrussia20 Waterways of Russia: St. Petersburg to Moscow July 18-29, 2020 yaleedtravel.org/waterwaysrussia20 To register, return this form with your deposit Payment Options of $1,000 per person to Yale Educational Travel. ❏ pay by check made out to Final payment is due April 17, 2020. “Gohagan & Company” Please charge the deposit of $1,000 per person to: ❏ amex ❏ visa ❏ mastercard ❏ discover card 1) name as on passport

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