MUSEUM TRAVEL ALLIANCE SEE CRUISE RATES FOR SPECIAL BOOKING INCENTIVES Conquering Heroes: From Joan of Arc to Eisenhower Normandy to Paris Aboard AmaLyra June 4–13, 2019 MUSEUM TRAVEL ALLIANCE Dear Travelers and Friends, On this specially timed program, be in France on D-Day, June 6, to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Normandy landings. Spend a night in Deauville at the renowned Hotel Le Normandy. Travel to Pointe du Hoc and visit Omaha Beach for a special ceremony, or explore the Memorial Museum in Caen before boarding AmaLyra for a seven-night cruise on the Seine River. The Museum Travel Alliance (MTA) provides museums with the opportunity to offer their members and patrons high-end educational travel programming. Trips are available exclusively through MTA members and co- sponsoring non-profit institutions. This journey is co-sponsored by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the Harvard Alumni Association, and the Royal Oak Foundation. This program will delight travelers with an interest in World War II as well as those with a passion for architecture and art. During our cruise, we will trace the rich cultural history of France with visits to Jumièges Abbey, the Joan of Arc Historial in Rouen, and Claude Monet’s home in Giverny. Discover a private Arts and Crafts-style home on the northern coast of France. Admire masterpieces by Raphael, Poussin, and Corot at the Château de Chantilly, or follow in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh and other painters in charming Auvers-sur- Oise. Our journey concludes with an afternoon in Paris, where options include a special guided tour of the Musée de l’Orangerie or a meeting with a representative from the U.S. Embassy. For those wishing to spend more time in France, an optional prelude in Normandy and an optional postlude in Versailles are offered. I hope you will join us for this extraordinary cruise. Sincerely, Jim Friedlander President, Museum Travel Alliance AmaLyra HIGHLIGHTS COMMEMORATE the 75th anniversary of D-Day with visits to landing beaches or the Caen Memorial Museum VISIT a private Arts and Crafts-style home on the northern coast of France, overlooking the Atlantic EXPLORE sites related to iconic historical figures such as William the Conqueror, Richard the Lionheart, and Joan of Arc STROLL in Monet’s lush and lovely gardens at Giverny and trace van Gogh’s history in Auvers-sur-Oise SEE the World War I and II sites in Compiègne, or follow in the footsteps of America’s Founding Fathers at the Château de Chantilly MEET a U.S. diplomat for a discussion on Franco-American relations, past and present Conquering Heroes: From Joan of Arc to Eisenhower Normandy to Paris Aboard AmaLyra June 4–13, 2019 SATURDAY, JUNE 8: CAUDEBEC-EN-CAUX Varengeville-sur-Mer Depart for Varengeville-sur-Mer to visit a private estate, Les Bois des Moutiers, where we are invited for a light Caudebec-en-Cau lunch. This Arts and Crafts house, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, sustained significant damage during the war Rouen Compigne and has since been lovingly restored. Alternatively, see Deauville Les Andelys Chantilly the ruins of Jumièges Abbey, a Benedictine monastery Caen Vernon Auvers-sur-Oise founded in the 7th century, and tour the still-active St. S ein Wandrille Abbey. Or admire the paintings collection at e Conflans FRANCE Paris the Musée des Beaux-Arts André Malraux in Le Havre, a seaport city devastated during the Battle of Normandy and rebuilt in Modernist style by Auguste Perret. Return to AmaLyra for lunch. Attend an onboard lecture as we cruise the Seine River. B,L,D An optional prelude in Normandy is offered from June 1 to 5, 2019. SUNDAY, JUNE 9: ROUEN Today discover the medieval city of Rouen on a walking tour. TUESDAY, JUNE 4: DEPARTURE See the cathedral, a masterpiece of High Gothic architecture Depart on an overnight flight to Paris. and a favorite subject of Monet, and the Place de Vieux Marché, to visit the Joan of Arc Historial. Return to the ship WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5: PARIS / DEAUVILLE, FRANCE for lunch or enjoy free time in town. In the afternoon visit the Arrive in Paris and travel by private motorcoach to art museum or attend a discussion about the legacy of the Lre Deauville and the renowned Hotel Le Normandy. Gather war with a panel of journalists. You may wish to dine ashore at the hotel this evening for introductory remarks and a Area of detail this evening or remain on the ship. B,L,D welcome reception. R MONDAY, JUNE 10: VERNON THURSDAY, JUNE 6: DEAUVILLE / CONFLANS Depart from the town of Vernon for Giverny and Claude On this 75th anniversary of the Allied invasion, travel to Monet's home, which remains largely unchanged since Pointe du Hoc, where U.S. Army Rangers scaled 100-foot- 1926. See the colorful gardens that were an inspiration for high cliffs to silence the German guns that threatened many of his paintings. We will also visit the nearby Museum the D-Day operation. Continue to Omaha Beach to of Impressionisms, which explores this important artistic attend the commemoration ceremony at the American movement and its legacy. A lecture will be offered as we Military Cemetery. Alternatively, visit Caen and the cruise to Conflans during the afternoon. B,L,D Memorial Museum, which chronicles the lead-up to and consequences of World War II. Continue to the Abbaye aux Hommes, where the city’s inhabitants found refuge during Château Gaillard the Normandy landings. The abbey’s St. Étienne Church is also the burial place of William the Conqueror. Drive to Conflans to board AmaLyra in the early evening. B,L,D FRIDAY, JUNE 7: LES ANDELYS During a relaxed morning, attend a lecture related to World War II. Arrive this afternoon in Les Andelys to discover the hilltop ruins of Château Gaillard, commissioned by Richard the Lionheart in the 11th century. A more active option will also be offered. Sample local cheeses and ciders before returning to AmaLyra. As we cruise toward Caudebec-en-Caux, the captain hosts dinner this evening. B,L,D TUESDAY, JUNE 11: CONFLANS photographs, uniforms, weapons, and documents related Today excursions will be offered to Compiègne, Chantilly, to the First and Second World Wars. For art lovers, or Auvers-sur-Oise. In Compiègne, visit the site where the another option will be a special guided tour of the Musée armistice was signed to end World War I. Years later, in de l’Orangerie, which houses masterpieces by Monet and 1940, the French signed a truce with the Germans in the his contemporaries. Or meet with a representative from same place. We will also see the memorial at a former the U.S. Embassy to discuss Franco-American relations, WWII-era internment camp. Alternatively, discover the past and present. You may wish to dine ashore in Paris Château de Chantilly, where some of the Founding Fathers this evening. B,L,D were received by the Prince de Condé. Enjoy a tour that includes the 17th-century formal gardens by Le Nôtre, the THURSDAY, JUNE 13: PARIS / RETURN impressive library, and masterpieces by Raphael, Poussin, Disembark the ship early this morning for flights home. and Corot. Or follow in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh An optional postlude in Versailles is offered from and other painters in charming Auvers-sur-Oise. Attend the June 13 to 15, 2019. captain’s gala dinner tonight. B,L,D WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12: PARIS DISCLAIMER: The itinerary is subject to change at the Following a relaxing morning cruise, arrive in Paris at discretion of The Museum Travel Alliance and Arrangements lunchtime. At the golden-domed Hôtel des Invalides, Abroad. For complete details, please carefully read the terms and visit the Army Museum, with its impressive collection of conditions at http://www.museumtravelalliance.com/faq.php. AMALYRA SUN DEC E Introduced in 2009, the 144-passenger TION A AmaLyra SUN DEC WHIRLPOOL quickly earned a “Best New River DEC Cruise Ship” distinction for comfort and style. WHEELHOUS OBSERV WALING TRAC Stateroom amenities include Entertainment- THE CHEFS TABLE MASSAGE & HAIR SALON VIOLIN DEC ELEVATOR On-Demand, featuring free high-speed Internet GIFT SHOP access, unlimited Wi-Fi, movies, music and 332 330 328 326 324 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302 RECEPTION MAIN LOUNGE English language TV stations; climate-controlled 331 329 327 325 323 321 319 317 315 313 311 309 307 305 303 301 air conditioning; and an in-room safe. FITNESS ROOM BOW SEATING AREA Additional comforts and conveniences include CELLO DEC ELEVATOR a sauna, whirlpool, massage and hair salon, a stylish lounge, and specialty coffee station. 230 228 226 224 222 220 218 216 214 212 210 208 206 204 202 MAIN RESTAURANT With a walking track on the Sun Deck, a fitness 229 227 225 223 221 219 217 215 213 211 209 207 205 203 201 room, and a fleet of onboard bicycles to use ashore, as well as healthy menu choices, you’ll PIANO DEC have all you need to stay active and healthy 110 108 106 104 102 CREW CABINS while sailing one of Europe’s great rivers. 111 109 107 105 103 101 NOTE: ELEVATOR DOES NOT REACH THE SUN DEC OR THE PIANO DEC CRUISE RATES RATES INCLUDE Limited offer! Book now and take $500 off the rates below n One night hotel accommodation in Deauville Cabin Decks Double Single n Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard AmaLyra Rates Rates n Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, Piano Deck Staterooms 101-111 $6,999 $8,399 R=Reception, D=Dinner); bottled water and coffee/tea with Fixed Windows - 170 sq.