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Ancient Empires Tunis, Malta, Sicily, & Sardinia Aboard the Variety Voyager June 20–28, 2014 He Three Punic Wars, Fought from 261 to 146 B.C Ancient Empires Tunis, Malta, Sicily, & Sardinia aboard the Variety Voyager June 20–28, 2014 he three Punic Wars, fought from 261 to 146 B.C. between the Roman Republic and the ROME ancient sea power of Carthage, laid some of the crucial foundations in the development Tof Western civilization. During more than a century of ITALY conflict, a series of hard-fought battles occurred on land and sea, from Sicily to Africa, and the Romans Sardinia ultimately prevailed to become the dominant political, military, and cultural influence in the region. You are invited to join a fascinating seven-day cruise aboard the beautiful yacht Variety Voyager to explore Sulci ancient Roman, Punic, and Carthaginian sites in the Tyrrhenian Sea western Mediterranean. See exquisite Roman mosaics in Tunis’s Bardo Museum and, nearby, the remains of the great civilization of Carthage, an evocative UNESCO World Heritage site. Embark the Variety Voyager in Tunis and cruise to Malta, a strategic gem Erice coveted by a succession of empires; the ancient Greek Segesta colony of Selinunte, the Carthaginian stronghold of Erice, and Segesta’s beautiful Greek temple on Sicily; Selinute and the ancient ruins of Sulci, where the Carthaginian Sicily general Hannibal took refuge, on Sardinia. Travelers will enjoy a series of lecture presentations TUNIS and informal discussion during the cruise by archaeologist Rod McIntosh and classical scholar Denis Valletta Feeney. TUNISIA Mediterranean Sea HIGHLIGHTS • Enjoy the elegant Variety Voyager, luxuriously appointed and superbly staffed to provide the ultimate cruise experience. • Stroll among the ruins of ancient Carthage, which bear silent witness to the vicissitudes of long-ago imperial domination. • Explore by special permission the multi-period sanctuary site of Tas-Silg on a hilltop overlooking Marsaxlokk Bay on Malta, where excavations have uncovered ruins and relics from the Neolithic period to the fourth century AD. • Discover incredible Selinunte, the archaeological site described by 18th- century travel writer Henry Swinburne as “one of the most gigantic and sublime ruins imaginable.” • Delight in the infinite variety of stone patterns in medievalErice and the sweeping views from the majestic temple of Segesta. Contact us with any questions or to make your reservation today! 888-328-2089 [email protected] DAILY ITINERARY FRIDAY & SATURDAY, JUNE 20 & 21, 2014 MONDAY, JUNE 23 TUESDAY, JUNE 24 THURSDAY, JUNE 26 Home / Tunis, Tunisia Valletta, Malta Sicily (Selinunte) At Sea / Sardinia (Sulci) Depart home on an overnight flight to Valletta, the capital of Malta and a Selinunte, an ancient Greek city on After a morning at sea, disembark in Tunis. Upon arrival, transfer to the Variety UNESCO World Heritage site, was built by the southern coast of Sicily, was the Sardinia to visit the ruins of the ancient Voyager. Enjoy a welcome reception and the Knights Hospitaller Order of St. John focus of many clashes between the Carthaginian city of Sulci, where the dinner on board this evening. to defend against Ottoman invasions in Carthaginians and the Greeks. Explore the Carthaginian general Hannibal took VARIETY VOYAGER (R,D) the 16th century. The National Museum archaeological site, which contains five refuge during the First Punic War. Among of Archaeology provides an introduction temples centered on an acropolis; Only the ruins are a Punic necropolis and SUNDAY, JUNE 22 to Malta’s prehistory and history and an one of the five, the Temple of Hera, has a Phoenician/Punic tophet, a type of Tunis overview of Malta’s archaeological sites. been reconstructed. Enjoy an agroturismo sanctuary where the bodies of infants View the stunning collection of exquisite Visit the village of Zurrieq’s Punic Tower lunch featuring locally grown food, learn were laid to rest. ancient mosaics at the Bardo Museum, and, by special permission, the Tas-Silg how olive oil is produced, and taste local VARIETY VOYAGER (B,L,D) housed in a 13th-century palace. Then archaeological site, which includes the wines. FRIDAY, JUNE 27 travel a short distance to the Punic and Punic Temple of Astarte and Tas-Silg VARIETY VOYAGER (B,L,D) Roman ruins of Carthage, the ancient Temple. Tas-Silg spanned 4,000 years At Sea Phoenician empire that was the archrival of history—from the Bronze Age to the WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25 Enjoy a relaxing day at sea, the ship’s of Rome in the second and third centuries. Phoenician-Punic, Roman, Byzantine, and Sicily (Erice & Segesta) amenities, and the conclusion of the Completely destroyed during the Third Arab eras—and served as a religious site Visit Erice, an exquisite medieval hilltop educational program. Punic War, Carthage was later rebuilt to for various different cultures. town encircled by Phoenician and Norman VARIETY VOYAGER (B,L,D) become one of the most important cities VARIETY VOYAGER (B,L,D) fortifications. A Carthaginian stronghold of the Roman Empire. Enjoy lunch in Sidi during the Punic Wars, Erice was also SATURDAY, JUNE 28 Bou Said, located atop a steep cliff with a significant location of religious rites Anzio, Italy spectacular views of the Mediterranean. honoring various goddesses of fertility. Disembark and transfer to Rome for This beautiful little town, decked out Equally compelling is the majestic Temple flights home, or join the post-tour in white houses with blue shutters and of Segesta. Dating from around 430 BC, extension in Rome. (B) splashed everywhere with flowers, has for the temple commands sweeping views decades attracted artists and writers. of the surrounding valley, and its near- VARIETY VOYAGER (B,L,D) perfect state of preservation makes it one of the most important surviving Doric temples from antiquity. VARIETY VOYAGER (B,L,D) OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS WEDNESDAY–SATURDAY, JUNE 18–21 SATURDAY–MONDAY, JUNE 28–30 Tunis (pre-tour) Rome (post-tour) During a three-night extension in Tunis, Enjoy a two-night extension in Rome, with travel to the ancient Roman city of time to explore the Capitoline Museum Dougga, a World heritage Site with a rich complex on Capitoline hill and the Roman history and exceptionally well preserved Forum, which for centuries was the monuments. Also explore the alleys and teeming heart of ancient Rome and the covered passages of the medina in the center of public life, where processions center of Tunis, full of intense colors and and elections, public speeches and lively trade. Overnight at the Mövenpick gladiatorial matches all took place. hotel Gammarth Tunis, a boutique hotel Overnight at the five-star Grand hotel located in an exclusive resi- dential area de la Minerve, housed in a magnifi- cent overlooking the beautiful bays of the mansion centrally located near the Mediterranean and the hills of Sidi Bou Pantheon. Complete details will be sent to Said. Complete details will be sent to confirmed participants or upon request. confirmed participants or upon request. Rates: $990 per person, double Rates: $1,750 per person, double occupancy; $350 single supplement. occupancy; $700 single supplement. Contact us with any questions or to make your reservation today! 888-328-2089 [email protected] VARIETY VOYAGER The Variety VoyagerOceans Lounge is a state-of-the- art yacht that accommodates just 72 passengers in 36 cabins. GuestsOceans Lounge will enjoy her sleek lines and ample deck space, designed to the high standards of the finest privately owned yachts. Cabins and public areas are finished with warm fabrics,Oceans Lounge rich marbles, and luxurious wood paneling. Cabins have oversized portholes orOCEANS double DECK windows, en suite facilities with marble floors, individually controlled air-conditioning, TV/DVD, and access to 24-hour WiFi. Throughout the ship, guests have OCEANS DECK unobstructed views of the ocean and of the ports visited, as well as the services of a friendly andOCEANS professional DECK crew. There are opportunities to dine both inside the yacht and on the deck, and to enjoy the shaded sun deck lounge bar, the internet corner and library, and the mini-spa with massage room, sauna, hair301 salon,303 305 and307 fitness equipment. Horizons Dining Room 301 303 305 307 Horizons Dining Room 301302 303304 305306 307308 Horizons Dining Room 302 304 306 308 HORIZONS DECK 302 304 306 308 HORIZONS DECK HORIZONS DECK 201 203 205 207 209 211 213 215 Riviera Lounge 201 203 205 207 209 211 213 215 Riviera Lounge 202 204 206 208 210 212 214 201 203 205 207 209 211 213 215 210 212 214 Riviera Lounge 202 204 206 208 RIVIERA DECK 202 204 206 208 210 212 214 RIVIERA DECK RIVIERA DECK 101 103 105 107 109 Jade 111 113 Spa Suite 101 103 105 107 109 Jade 111 113 110 112 Spa Suite 102 108 Library & 101 103 104105 107106 109 111 113 Jade Internet Corner 110 112 Spa Suite 102 108 Library & 104 106 Internet Corner 110 112 MARINA DECK 102 108 Library & 104 106 MARINA DECK Internet Corner Double Single RATESMARINA DECK Category C Category P CATEGORYCategoryMarina Deck. C C 129–145 sq.ft. depending on location, oversized twin CategoryHorizons$6,490 Deck. 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