ANCIENTEGYPT & JORDANA RED SEA VOYAGE ABOARD CLIPPER ODYSSEY

MARCH 8 TO 17, 2011

THE ROYAL OAK FOUNDATION

With an Optional Prelude in Cairo & LuxorMarch 4 to 10, 2011

Dear Members and Friends of Royal Oak,

We are pleased to offer a tour to Egypt designed especially for first-time visitors as well as those whohave already seen the treasures of Cairo and Luxor but have always wanted to cruise the Red Sea and transitthe Suez Canal. This extraordinary journey takes us not only to Egypt but also to fascinating Petra.

Accompanying us will be Isabel Stuenkel, Assistant Curator in the Department of Egyptian Art atThe Metropolitan Museum of Art, who has been excavating at the pyramid complex of Senwosret III for overa decade. Her lectures and insights will be superb preparation for excursions and will greatly enrich our program.

Arrive in Cairo and continue to the Red Sea port of Safaga to board the awaiting Clipper Odysseyfor an exciting one-week cruise. This privately chartered motorized vessel offers all outside cabins, fine international cuisine and modern amenities. Performances by virtuoso musicians on board will furtherenhance our experience.

During our voyage, step ashore in Jordan to discover the city of Petra, once the pre-Roman capital of the Nabataeans. Enter the siq, a narrow winding gorge accessible only on foot, to see the magnificentrose-red Treasury and the royal tombs cut out of the sandstone hills. In Sharm El Sheikh, board a privatelychartered flight to St. Catherine’s Monastery, with its impressive Byzantine art and illuminated manuscriptcollection. There will be an opportunity for a ride in Clipper Odyssey’s glass-bottom boat to observe theworld-famous coral reefs and spectacular marine life off Sharm El Sheikh. On Pharaoh’s Island, explore thecrenellated crusader fortress, dating from the 12th century.

Spend a day transiting the Suez Canal before our voyage concludes in Alexandria, the “Pearl of theMediterranean,” founded by Alexander the Great in 331 B.C.E. Visit the National Museum, whose artifactsnarrate the history of Egypt’s Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic and Islamic eras. Marvel at the modern architectureof the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, which honors the greatest library of the ancient world.

For those who wish to experience the wonders of Cairo and Luxor before the cruise, an optionalprelude has been arranged. During a three-night stay in Cairo, history comes to vivid life at the GreatPyramid complex of Giza, and we will be privileged to take tea with Mrs. Jehan Sadat, former first lady.Then fly on a privately chartered plane for two nights in Luxor, gateway to the magnificent temple ofKarnak, the massive Colossi of Memnon and the Valley of the Kings.

A fine small ship and splendid sites in Egyptand Jordan make this an exceptional program, whichwill be shared with members of The MetropolitanMuseum of Art. We hope you will join us aboardClipper Odyssey for this journey into antiquity.

Sincerely yours,

Margaret McGoldrick

Acting Director

The Royal Oak Foundation

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Saturday, March 12 Arrive in the resort town of Sharm ElSheikh this morning. Board a privately chartered plane to St.Catherine’s Monastery, located at the foot of Mount Sinai andwhere it is said Moses received the Ten Commandments.Constructed by order of the Emperor Justinian, the monasteryis one of the holiest places of the Eastern Orthodox Church,and its Byzantine icons and mosaics are exceptional. Return tothe ship for a late lunch. During an afternoon at leisure, youmay wish to stroll on Sharm El Sheikh’s long beaches or go fora ride in Clipper Odyssey’s glass-bottom boat to observe theworld-famous coral reefs and spectacular marine life.

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Sunday, March 13 During a day at sea, attend lectures andenjoy leisure time as Clipper Odyssey cruises towards the Suez

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Tuesday, March 8 Depart on an overnight flight to Cairo,Egypt.

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Wednesday, March 9 Arrive at the Cairo Airport this afternoonand transfer to the nearby Fairmont Towers Heliopolis Hotelfor one night. Dinner is at leisure.

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Thursday, March 10 Board a late morning flight to Hurghada,a popular city on Egypt’s Red Sea coast. After a lunch ofEgyptian specialties, drive to Safaga, where we embark the privately chartered Clipper Odyssey. A welcome cocktail receptionis followed by dinner on board.

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Friday, March 11 Step ashore in Aqaba this morning and drivenorth to Petra, once the pre-Roman capital of the Nabataeans.Enter the siq, a narrow winding gorge accessible only on foot,to see the magnificent Treasury and royal tombs cut out of thesandstone hills. Following lunch at the site, you may wish toexplore one of the areas of excavation or the theater. Return tothe ship in the early evening.

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Canal. Board a Zodiac for a stop at Pharaoh’s Island to see thecrenellated crusader fortress, dating from the 12th century.Enjoy a barbecue dinner on deck this evening.

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Monday, March 14 Spend a fascinating day transiting the SuezCanal. Relax poolside on the Lido Deck with a good book asthe ship passes desert terrain and small towns along this famouswaterway connecting the Red Sea and the Mediterranean.

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Tuesday, March 15 After a morning at sea, arrive in Alexandriato visit the National Museum, housed in a restored palace. Themuseum’s artifacts narrate the history of Egypt’s ancient capitalthrough the Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic and Islamic eras.Continue to the ancient catacomb complex of Kom el-Shuqafa,with Egyptian funerary motifs in Greco-Roman style. Returnto the ship for dinner on board.

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Wednesday, March 16 Begin today at the modern BibliothecaAlexandrina, built to honor the greatest library of the ancientworld. Then admire the Roman amphitheater at Kom el-Dikand the turreted Fort Qaitbey, where we will enjoy lunch over-looking the azure Mediterranean. In the afternoon, view thecollection at the Royal Jewelry Museum and drive along thecoast to see the gardens at Montazah Palace. Tonight we celebratea memorable journey at our farewell dinner.

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Thursday, March 17 Disembark the ship and transfer to theairport in Alexandria for the flight home. ■

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Friday, March 4 Depart on an overnight flight to Cairo, Egypt.

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Saturday, March 5 Arrive this afternoon in Cairo and transferto the Sofitel El Gezirah, overlooking the Nile. Gather in theevening for a welcome reception at the hotel.

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Sunday, March 6 After a breakfast lecture, drive to Giza to visitthe Great Pyramid complex, one of the Seven Wonders of theAncient World. Explore the Solar Boat Museum, housing the preserved cedar boat found near the Pyramid of Khufu; then enjoyspecial access to the Sphinx. After lunch at the legendary MenaHouse, return to Cairo. The balance of the day is at leisure.

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Monday, March 7 Spend the morning at the Museum ofEgyptian Antiquities, whose collection includes treasures from thetomb of Tutankhamun. Following lunch, visit Ibn Tulun Mosque,one of the oldest in Egypt, and see the collection of furnishingsand Arab costumes at the Gayer-Anderson Museum, a restoredOttoman residence. This evening we are invited to take tea withMrs. Jehan Sadat, former first lady and prominent philanthropist.

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Tuesday, March 8 Board a privately chartered flight to Luxorand continue to the Sonesta St. George Hotel, arriving in time forlunch. This afternoon explore the impressive Luxor Temple onthe Nile. We will be greeted by the director of Chicago House,whose mission is to preserve a record of Luxor’s tombs and temples.A lecture precedes dinner at the hotel.

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T H E ROY A L OA K F O U N D AT I O N 1 R E S E RVAT I O N A P P L I C AT I O N

To reserve a place, please complete and return this form with your deposit of$1,000 per person (of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees)payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad. Mail to: Academic ArrangementsAbroad, 1040 Avenue of the Americas, 23rd Floor, New York, NY 10018-3721.

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person; single supplement of $595).

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ANCIENT EGYPT & JORDAN: A RED SEA VOYAGE ABOARD CLIPPER ODYSSEY 1 MARCH 8 TO 17, 2011

For more information, please contact Academic Arrangements AbroadTelephone (212) 514-8921 or (800) 221-1944 1 Fax (212) 344-7493 1 E-mail: trips@arrangementsabroad.com

Clipper Odyssey.

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Clipper Odyssey is an intimate expedition-style motor vessel perfectly equipped to

carry us to far-flung destinations in comfort and style. Enjoy fine cuisine and

relax in the library, gym or outdoor pool. The ship has computers with internet

access and wifi in public areas. All cabins feature an ocean view, individually

controlled heat / air conditioner, flatscreen TV and sitting area with sofa.

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Wednesday, March 9 Today discover the West Bank, site ofthe vast necropolis of ancient Thebes. In the Valley of theKings, royal tombs from the 18th to 20th dynasties are cut deepinto the mountainside. See the massive Colossi of Memnonand visit Medinet Habu, a series of buildings including themortuary temple of Ramses III with its reliefs and some originalcolor. After lunch, continue to the Tombs of the Nobles, decorated with vivid paintings that offer a glimpse into the livesof ancient Egypt’s privileged classes. Also admire the temple ofQueen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Dinner is at the hotel.

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Thursday, March 10 At Karnak Temple, walk along an avenueof sphinxes and see the Hypostyle Hall with its huge columns.Then view the outstanding collection of artifacts at the LuxorMuseum. Drive to Safaga, where we embark Clipper Odyssey. ■

C RU I S E R AT E SA Red Sea Voyage Aboard Clipper Odyssey

March 8 to 17, 2011

Per Person

301 to 311 Standard Cabins A Deck $4,995

418 & 420 to 426 Standard Cabins Main Deck $5,995

401 to 416 Standard Cabins Main Deck $6,595

501 to 516 Standard Cabins Lido Deck $7,495

650 to 653 Deluxe Cabin Bridge Deck $7,995

601 to 608 Deluxe Cabin & Balcony Bridge Deck $9,995

Owner’s Suite & Balcony Bridge Deck $10,995

No Single Supplement.

RATES INCLUDE ■ One night hotel accommodations at the Fairmont Towers

Heliopolis Hotel, Cairo ■ Flight from Cairo to Hurghada ■ Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard the privately

chartered Clipper Odyssey■ Privately chartered flight: Sharm El Sheikh / St. Catherine’s

Monastery / Sharm El Sheikh■ All meals during the cruise. One breakfast and one lunch on

land. Wine with dinners. Receptions as noted■ Enrichment program of lectures and special events■ Escorted sightseeing and entrance fees for visits ■ Airport / hotel / pier group transfers and porterage ■ Taxes and service charges; gratuities to guides and drivers

NOT INCLUDED IN RATES International airfare; passport and visa fees; customaryshipboard gratuities; alcoholic beverages other than wine at dinners; personal items andexpenses; airport transfers for those not on suggested flights; excess baggage; trip insurance;optional Cairo and Luxor prelude; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

Colossal columns of the Hypostyle Hall, Karnak Temple, from theoptional prelude to Cairo and Luxor.

L A N D R AT EOptional Cairo & Luxor Prelude

March 4 to 10, 2011$2,000 per person, $595 single supplement

■ Three nights hotel accommodations at Sofitel El Gezirah, Cairo ■ Privately chartered flight: Cairo / Luxor■ Two nights hotel accommodations at the Sonesta St. George Hotel,

Luxor■ Breakfast daily, five lunches and two dinners. Wine with

dinners. Receptions as noted■ Enrichment program of lectures and special events■ Escorted sightseeing and entrance fees for visits ■ Airport / hotel / pier group transfers and porterage ■ Taxes and service charges; gratuities to guides and drivers

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T E R M S & C O N D I T I O N SAIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with air travelarrangements. A specially negotiated APEX Economy Class non-refundable group airfarewill be offered. Business Class will be quoted on an individual basis. A fee of $75 per person will be charged for any reservations other than the group flight schedule; privatetransfers can be arranged at a supplemental cost. To redeem your frequent flyer mileage,please contact the airline directly. Please note that AAA can only assist in rebooking flightson those air reservations booked directly by AAA.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE A deposit of $1,000 per person, payable to AcademicArrangements Abroad, of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees, is requiredwith the reservation application. Final payment, by check only, must be received 120 daysprior to departure.

HEALTH All participants must be in good health. This program involves extensive walkingover uneven surfaces, climbing stairs at monuments and other locations not handicappedaccessible, and climbing in and out of various conveyances. Any condition that mayrequire assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation. PLEASE NOTE: Clipper Odyssey has an elevator.

INSURANCE TRIP CANCELLATION / EMERGENCY MEDICAL EVACUATION / BAGGAGE /ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE PROTECTION IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.CANCELLATION PENALTIES ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED. AAA will send an insurance application upon receipt of reservation and deposit, although you may select any insurer of your choice.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of The Royal Oak Foundation (ROF) and AAA. All prices quoted are based onprevailing fuel prices, airfares and currency exchange rates in effect at time of brochureprinting and are subject to change without notice. Deviations from the scheduled itiner-ary are at the expense of the individual.

RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE The participation of ROF is limited to educational sponsorship of the program described in this brochure (The Program). AAA acts only asan agent for the participant with respect to transportation, accommodations and all otherservices, relating to The Program. AAA, ROF and/or their agents assume no responsibilityor liability for any act, error or omission, or for any injury, loss, accident, delay or irregularitythat may be occasioned by reason of any defect in any aircraft, ship, train, bus or other carrier, or through neglect or default of any subcontractor or other third party, which maybe used wholly or in part in the performance of their duty to the participants of TheProgram. The passage ticket issued by the carrier is the sole contract between the participantand the carrier. Nor will AAA or ROF and/or their agents be responsible for loss, injury,damages or expenses to persons or property, due to illness, weather, strikes, local laws, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, acts of nature or other such causes in connection with TheProgram or anything beyond their reasonable control. AAA is not responsible for transportation or other program delays and changes, nor additional expenses or loss of timethat may be incurred. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable for the comfort orwell-being of the participants, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter the itinerary at anytime, without notice to the participants, such alterations will be made without penalty toAAA or ROF. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the participants. Baggage andpersonal effects are the sole responsibility of the participant at all times. ROF and AAAreserve the right to accept or decline any person as a participant at any time, or to requireany participant to withdraw from The Program at their own expense when such an actionis determined by AAA or ROF to be in the best interest of the participant’s health and safety,or the general welfare of the other participants.

CANCELLATION POLICY AAA must strictly adhere to its cancellation policy to offset costs incurred prior to the commencement of The Program, which may include butare not limited to: advance payments to land operators; ship charters; communicationexpenses; development / promotional expenses and the loss of time that might have permitted resale of reserved space. All cancellations must be made in writing to the officesof AAA and are subject to a $350 non-refundable administrative fee. All refunds are limited to amounts actually received by AAA and are the sole responsibility of AAA; ROF shall have no liability for refunds. At the time AAA receives written notification ofcancellation, the following cancellation charges will apply: cancellations received between120 and 91 days prior to departure, 20 percent of the program cost per person; thosereceived between 90 and 61 days before departure, 50 percent of the program cost per person;no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refundsare given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of thetour, for any reason. Air cancellation charges, if any, will be assessed in accordance withairline regulations. All group fare tickets must be issued no less than 30 days prior todeparture. NOTE: Neither AAA nor ROF shall be liable for any airline cancellation penalties incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable ticket. In the case of a cancellationdue to shortage of participants, AAA will attempt to notify all participants at least 45 daysprior to departure. However, AAA reserves the right to cancel The Program prior to departurefor any reason and, in such case, reimbursement of refundable costs of the trip by AAAshall constitute full settlement with the participant. In the unlikely event that a disputearises between a participant and AAA or ROF, the following conditions will apply: (a) thedispute will be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American ArbitrationAssociation in New York, NY; (b) the dispute will be governed by New York Law; (c) themaximum amount of recovery to which a participant shall be entitled under any and allcircumstances will be the sum of all monies actually received from the participant by AAA.The participant agrees that this is a fair and reasonable limitation on the damages, of anysort whatsoever, that a participant may suffer. Upon payment of the deposit to AAA, theparticipant agrees to be bound by the above terms and conditions.

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On the front cover: Petra’s Treasury, photo by Michael Goodine. On the back cover: the Sphinx of Giza, photo byIan Robertson (top) and a Roman mosaic in the Alexandria National Museum, photo by Stefan Geens (bottom).

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