SPAIN AND PORTUGAL

Shores of Iberia aboard the Sea Cloud II

With Verena & Tom Conley • June 2–14, 2013

SHORES OF IBERIA ABOARD THE SEA CLOUD IIJune 2–14, 2013 • 12 nights / 13 days • SHIP SIZE: 94/76

FOLLOW IN THE WAKE OF THE

ANCIENT SPANISH AND

PORTUGUESE MARINERS on this

8-day cruise aboard the beautiful

Sea Cloud II, soaking up the rich

history of the Iberian Peninsula. Begin

at the incomparable Alhambra Palace

in Granada for an introduction to the

region’s Moorish heritage, then

embark in Malaga for a transit of the

Strait of Gibraltar. Visit Seville, capital

of the Spanish province of Andalucía;

Lisbon, Portugal’s capital and the

departure point for most of the

Portuguese expeditions during the

Age of Discovery; and Porto, a World

Heritage site and the center of port

wine production. Spend an afternoon

in beautiful, unspoiled Islas Cíes

National Park en route to the great

pilgrimage destination of Santiago de

Compostela. Conclude in Bilbao

at the iconic Frank Gehry–designed

Guggenheim Museum. Learn about

the historical, cultural, and strategic

importance of Iberia’s great port cities

from lecturers from Harvard and our

cosponsors on this program, Yale and

Stanford; enjoy the rhythms of fado

and fl amenco; and sample outstanding

wines and distinctive regional cuisines.

Explore Granada’s Alhambra fortress and Generalife gardens, exceptional examples of royal Arab residences from the medieval period and remarkably unaltered or destroyed by time or restoration.

Cover: Enjoy a performance of fado, a uniquely Portuguese music genre characterized by sentiments of resignation and melancholia that was added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2011.

TO BOOK A TRIP CALL 800-422-1636 OR VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/HAA/TRAVEL

HAA STUDY LEADERS

Verena Conley and her husband, Tom Conley, are professors of Romance languages and literatures at Harvard. A native of Switzerland, Verena has been traveling to the Iberian Peninsula since childhood. She teaches courses on cultural exchange between Africa, Spain, and Portugal. Tom has taught courses

that deal with Iberian cinema at both Harvard and in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese at the University of Minnesota. Tom and Verena are co-masters of Kirkland House.

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Visit the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, hailed as one of the most significant architectural works in the past three decades and widely acclaimed by critics, academics, and the general public alike.

Steven Smith is the Alfred Cowles Professor of Political Science at Yale University. His specialty is the history

of political philosophy and he has written books on Hegel, Spinoza, and Leo Strauss. He will be joined by his wife, Susan, who is Director of the Creative Arts Workshop, a New Haven–based art school and gallery.

Herant Katchadourian is emeritus professor of psychiatry and human biology at Stanford University, where he

served as Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Vice Provost of Undergraduate Education. Born in Turkey to Armenian parents, he was educated at the American University in Beirut and the University of Rochester in New York.

OTHER FEATURED LECTURERS

SUNDAY–MONDAY, JUNE 2–3

Home / Granada, SpainDepart home and travel overnight to Granada. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Hotel Alhambra Palace

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

Granada

Muslim architecture in Spain reached its zenith in Granada, as evidenced in the 14th-century Alhambra, one of the most remarkable fortresses ever built and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the refi ned, elegant Nasrid Palaces, built around the Courtyard of the Lions, and the splendid Generalife Gardens, one of the oldest surviving Moorish gardens. The afternoon is free for independent exploration, followed by a welcome reception and dinner. Hotel Alhambra Palace (B,R,D)

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

Granada / Malaga (Embark)This morning enjoy a walking tour in the historic center of Granada, visiting the Capilla Real (Royal Chapel), a lavish mausoleum built by Ferdinand and Isabel to commemorate their victory over the Moors, and the impressive Cathedral, one of only two Renaissance churches in Spain. After lunch, transfer to the port of Malaga and embark the Sea Cloud II. Sea Cloud II (B,L,D)

THURSDAY, JUNE 6

SevilleSea Cloud II docks this morning in the port of Cadiz for a full day excursion to Seville, capital of Andalucía and Spain’s fourth largest city. Visit the lovely Reales Alcazares, a Mudejar palace and gardens built on the site of a former Moorish fortress. Walk through the charming Santa Cruz Quarter (the old Jewish Quarter in the Middle Ages) and visit the Cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and burial site of Christopher Columbus. Enjoy a traditional tapas lunch and a private fl amenco performance at a local tablao, with a special guest lecture on this quintessentially Spanish form of dance. Sea Cloud II (B,L,D)

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

At SeaEn route to Lisbon, enjoy a full day at sea, a continuation of the lecture program, and, weather permitting, an opportunity to experience the ship under sail. Sea Cloud II (B,L,D)

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

Lisbon, PortugalBuilt on seven low hills, Lisbon commands a view of its superb natural harbor at the mouth of the Tagus River. Your tour includes two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Belem Tower, an elegant 15th-century

structure built to defend the city from attacks; and the Jeronimos Monastery, the jewel of Manueline architecture, where the renowned Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama is buried. Enjoy a performance of Portugal’s poignant traditional music, fado, and visit the superb Gulbenkian Museum; its collections span every major epoch of Western art. Sea Cloud II (B,L,D)

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

PortoAfter a morning of cruising, arrive in Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city and a thriving economic center with considerable charm. Visit the Palacio da Bolsa, a 19th-century palace that is now home to Porto’s stock exchange. As most of the world’s port wines are blended and aged in Vila Nova de Gaia, a suburb across the Douro River, a private port wine tasting is the perfect way to cap o� a visit to Porto. Sea Cloud II (B,L,D)

MONDAY, JUNE 10

Islas Cíes, SpainTake tenders ashore for an afternoon in Islas Cíes National Park, an archipelago o� the coast of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Once a pirates’ haunt, Cíes today is uninhabited and pristine, with beautiful beaches, clear unpolluted water, and redolent pine forests. Sea Cloud II (B,L,D)

SCHEDULE BY DAY

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La Giralda Tower atop Seville’s cathedral, a scallop shell marker along the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, the exuberant and colorful flamenco, and the Manueline-style Belem Tower are all iconic images of the Iberian Peninsula.

DETAILS

Ship size: 76 guestsActivity Level: ModerateCo-sponsors: Stanford Travel/Study and Yale Educational Travel

HIGHLIGHTS

• Attend an educational lecture program featuring Harvard study leaders and other speakers who will provide insight and context to your journey.

• Sail aboard the magnifi cent, three-masted Sea Cloud II, a perfect marriage of the seafaring elegance of a bygone era and incomparable service, deluxe amenities, and fi ve-star cuisine.

• Delight in private performances of dramatic fl amenco in Seville and soulful fado in Lisbon.

• Savor Andalucían specialties in Granada, tapas lunches in Seville and Bilbao, a port tasting at a historic port lodge in Porto, and a private lunch at a world-class parador in Santiago de Compostela.

• Marvel at the great cathedral dedicated to St. James in Santiago de Compostela and one of Europe’s newest landmarks, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.

• Visit the splendid Moorish fortresses and gardens of the Alhambra in Granada and the lovely Mudejar Reales Alcazares palace and gardens in Seville.

• View two UNESCO World Heritage sites in Lisbon: the 15th-century Belem Tower, which served both defensive and ceremonial functions during the Age of Discovery, and the Jeronimos Monastery, a superb example of Manueline architecture.

Spain

Portugal

BILBAOSANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

LA CORUÑA

ISLAS CÍES

PORTO

LISBON

SEVILLE

CADIZMALAGA

GRANADA

M E D I T E R R A N E A N S E AS T R A I T O F

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TUESDAY, JUNE 11

Santiago de CompostelaFrom the port of La Coruña, drive to the pilgrimage town of Santiago de Compostela, which for centuries has drawn pilgrims from all over the world. Here, according to legend, a 9th-century peasant led by the light of a shining star discovered the tomb of Saint James (Santiago) in a fi eld. In the beautiful medieval heart of the city, visit the enormous cathedral, begun in 1075 and expanded in the 16th and 18th centuries. Observe a specially arranged swinging of the famous botafumeiro (censer). Enjoy lunch in one of Spain’s most celebrated paradores. Sea Cloud II (B,L,D)

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

At SeaDuring a fi nal day at sea, enjoy the conclusion of the lecture program and a festive farewell reception and dinner. Sea Cloud II (B,L,D)

THURSDAY, JUNE 13

Bilbao Disembark and visit Bilbao’s crown jewel, award-winning architect Frank Gehry’s masterpiece, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. This icon of 20th-century architecture contains a collection of some of the most intriguing artworks of our age. Enjoy a traditional Basque lunch and an afternoon and evening free for independent exploration. Silken Gran Hotel Domine (B,L)

FRIDAY, JUNE 14

Bilbao / HomeTransfer to the airport for fl ights home. (B)

Stroll through the lovely gardens of the Reales Alcazares in Seville.

Spain

Portugal

BILBAOSANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

LA CORUÑA

ISLAS CÍES

PORTO

LISBON

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CADIZMALAGA

GRANADA

M E D I T E R R A N E A N S E AS T R A I T O F

G I B R A L TA R

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GENERAL INFORMATION

TOUR COST INCLUSIONS: All accommodations and meals as specifi ed in the itinerary; Wine and cocktails with welcome and farewell receptions; House wine, beer, and soft drinks with all group lunches and dinners; All sightseeing as specifi ed in the itinerary; Professional tour manager; Bottled water on coaches; Full program of briefi ngs, lectures, and presentations; Transfers for all participants on group arrival and departure days; Baggage handling; Gratuities to porters, wait sta� , guides, drivers, and ship’s crew for all group activities; Entrance fees and port charges; $50,000 Emergency Medical Evacuation Insurance.

TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS: U.S. domestic and international airfare; Passport or visa expenses; Medical expenses and immunizations; Airport transfers except as noted above; Travel and trip cancellation insurance; Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour; Excess baggage charges; Meals not specifi ed in the itinerary; Dishes and beverages not part of the included

meals; Liquor except as noted above; Personal items such as e-mail, telephone and fax calls, laundry, and gratuities for non-group services.

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS, & FINAL PAYMENT: To reserve a space on this program, a $1,000 deposit is required per person. Please either call us at 800.422.1636 or 617.496.0806 or fi ll out and mail or fax the registration form found in this brochure. Reservations are acknowledged in order of receipt until the maximum enrollment has been reached. Final payment deadline is February 4, 2013, 120 days prior to departure.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS: Notifi cation of cancellation must be received in writing by HAA from the participant. Cancellations within 14 days of booking: full refund; cancellations received up to 120 days prior to departure will be assessed a cancellation fee of $1,000 per person. Cancellations received within 120 days prior to departure are subject to 100% penalty of all deposits and payments.

ITINERARY CHANGES: The itinerary contained in this brochure is accurate at the time of printing. We reserve the right to change the program or

accommodations as conditions warrant.

INSURANCE: We highly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance. An application for insurance will be provided by HAA upon confi rmation.

RESPONSIBILITY: Certain other provisions apply regarding limitations of liability and rights of HAA and the tour operator. The statement of responsibility is available at http://alumni.harvard.edu/haa/travel/trips/spain-portugal-2013. If you are not able to access the internet, please call HAA Travels at 800.422.1636 or 617.496.0806.

DISCLAIMER: Every e� ort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented in this publication. Neither HAA Travels nor the tour operator is responsible for errors in or damages resulting from use of the information contained herein. Information contained in this brochure is subject to change.

QUESTIONS: Please call HAA Travels at 800.422.1636 or 617.496.0806, email: haatravels@harvard.edu.

California Seller of Travel Program CST #2088800-40

Christened in 2001, the Sea Cloud II is perhaps the most luxurious three-masted sailing yacht on the seas today. The sister ship of Marjorie Merriweather Post’s legendary Sea Cloud, she combines the seafaring elegance of a bygone era with the highest modern standards of luxury. In the grand tradition of the world’s finest sailing vessels, guests experience this marvelous ship under sail, as the skilled crew hand-sets more than 30,000 square feet of canvas. The Sea Cloud II offers an intimate setting of just 47 beautifully appointed cabins, gracious common areas, world-class service, and five-star dining.

Airfare: U.S. domestic and international airfare is not included in the program rates. Round-trip economy-class airfare between New York and Granada with return from Bilbao is approximately $1,199 as of August 2012 and is subject to change without notice.

SEA CLOUD II

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LAND/CRUISE RATES (PER PERSON)

CATEGORY DOUBLE SINGLE DESCRIPTION CATEGORY DOUBLE SINGLE DESCRIPTION

1 $7,990 $9,990129 sq. ft., upper and lower twin beds, two portholes, shower 5 $12,790 —

204 sq. ft., queen bed, panorama windows, shower

2 $9,990 $14,990172 sq. ft., forward, twin beds*, two portholes, shower 6 $13,990 —

247 sq/ft., twin beds*, panorama window, bath tub

3 $10,990 $16,490172 sq. ft., midship, twin beds*, two portholes, shower 7 $15,390 —

290 sq. ft., king bed, panorama window, bath tub and shower

4 $12,190 —204 sq. ft., twin beds*, two portholes, shower

* In categories 2, 3, 4, and 6, twin beds can be kept separate or pushed together to form one larger bed, with the exception of cabins 224 and 226, where beds are fi xed together as one larger bed. Note that queen and king beds in categories 5 and 7 are made up of two mattresses, side-by-side.

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PHOTO CREDITS: (From Dreamstime.com): Guitar player © Dmytro Surkov; Alhambra © Sborisov; La Giralda tower © Valeria Cantone; Scallop shell © Richard Semik; Flamenco dancer © Rami Katzav; Belem tower © Stevanzz; Alcazares Reales gardens © Antonio Jodice; Porto © Francisco Caravana. • Guggenheim Museum Bilbao © Sharman Fox.

Sample some of Portugal’s heralded port wine in Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage city.

LAND & RAIL

THE BEST OF PATAGONIA, BUENOS AIRES, & SANTIAGONOV 2–16, 2012MARK VAN BAALEN

EGYPT AND JORDAN BY PRIVATE PLANEDEC 30, 2012–JAN 13, 2013PAUL BERAN & HILARY RANTISI

MYSTICAL INDIAJAN 3–20, 2013SUE SCHOPF

BUENOS AIRES TO MENDOZAMAR 12–23, 2013

THE MASTERS GOLF TOURNAMENTAPR 10–13, 2013

BOTSWANA, ZAMBIA, & ZIMBABWEAPR 14–27, 2013JONATHAN LOSOS

THE 139TH RUNNING OF THE KENTUCKY DERBYMAY 2–5, 2013

MOROCCAN DISCOVERYMAY 11–24, 2013CHARLES COGAN

SILK ROAD ODYSSEY: THE FIVE ’STANS (KAZAKHSTAN,KYRGYSTAN, UZBEKISTAN, TAJIKISTAN, TURKMENISTAN)MAY 25–JUN 14, 2013LAURA ADAMS

HIMALAYAN KINGDOMSMAY 31–JUN 14, 2013

MONGOLIAJUN 1–15, 2013MARK ELLIOTT

ICELANDJUN 8–18, 2013

LEGENDARY TURKEY:ISTANBUL TO THETURQUOISE COASTOCT 5–19, 2013

CRUISES

BORNEO & SULAWESI: ACROSS THE WALLACE LINE ON ORION IISEP 15–OCT 2, 2012ZARIN MACHANDA

VENICE TO DUBROVNIK ON SEA CLOUD IIOCT 2–9, 2012SIDNEY & CYNTHIA VERBA

ANCIENT WONDERS: HERAKLION TO ANTALYA ON CLIPPER ODYSSEYOCT 6–18, 2012

HISTORY OF THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA: A VOYAGE FROM ISTANBUL TO CASABLANCAOCT 13–29, 2012

SICILY BY SEA ON SEA CLOUD IIOCT 22–31, 2012CATHERINE MCKENNA

THE ANCIENT COAST OF TURKEY & AEGEAN SEA ISLANDS ON CALLISTOOCT 25–NOV 3, 2012CAROL SAIVETZ

SPLENDORS OF INDIA WITH SRI LANKA/MALDIVES ON CLIPPER ODYSSEYNOV 18–DEC 5, 2012

ANTARCTIC PENINSULA ON CORINTHIAN IIDEC 29, 2012–JAN 12, 2013MICHAEL MCELROY

BELIZE & GUATEMALA ON YORKTOWNJAN 5–13, 2013

HISTORY & GARDENS OF THE CARIBBEAN: ROUND-TRIP ANTIGUA ON SEA CLOUD IIJAN 13–20, 2013JOYCE CHAPLIN & DAVID ARMITAGE

BRUNEI TO BALI ON CLIPPER ODYSSEYFEB 11–27, 2013

AFRICAN GRAND VOYAGE: CAPE TOWN TO CASABLANCA ON CORINTHIANFEB 17–MAR 24, 2013

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALANDFEB 24–MAR 10, 2013

PAPUA NEW GUINEA, YAP, & PALAU ON CLIPPER ODYSSEYAPR 16–MAY 2, 2013

NORTH AFRICA’S MEDITERRANEAN COAST THROUGH THE CENTURIES ON CALLISTOAPR 20–30, 2013ROBERT OWEN

ECHOES OF THE PAST: REMEMBERING THE CIVIL WAR, A VOYAGE BETWEEN SAVANNAH AND RICHMOND ON YORKTOWNMAY 5–15, 2013

THE BRITISH ISLES ON ISLAND SKYMAY 11–24, 2013DANIEL ALBRIGHT

ARTISTIC TRADITIONS OFKOREA & JAPAN ONCLIPPER ODYSSEYMAY 13–26, 2013THEODORE & VICTORIA BESTOR

TREASURES OF CATALONIA: ROUSILLON,LANGUEDOC, & PROVENCE ONCORINTHIANMAY 23–JUN 2, 2013

MALAGA TO BILBAO ON SEA CLOUD IIJUN 2–13, 2013VERENA & TOM CONLEY

RIVERS & LAKES

PRAGUE TO PARIS WITH A MAIN AND RHINE RIVERS CRUISE ON RIVER CLOUD IIOCT 9–22, 2013

FAMILY ADVENTURES

FAMILY TANZANIADEC 26, 2012–JAN 7, 2013KAREN KRAMER

SPRING BREAK GREECE FOR STUDENTS AND ALUMNIMAR 15–23, 2013GREGORY NAGY

WINTER IN THE WEST: A COLORADO FAMILY GETAWAYMAR 16–23, 2013

CHINA FAMILYJUN 26–JUL7, 2013

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