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Around the World with the Brown Travelers
The world’s landscape is diverse and fascinating, yet neither pictures nor words can capture what can only be experienced. 2010 is your year to explore natural beauty and cultural richness in famed sites and lesser-known treasures. The insight of Brown faculty and the camaraderie of Brown alumni will make your journey an experience of a lifetime.
See upcoming trips below, or use the links to the right to find more information about the Brown Travelers.
Antiquities of Egypt
Galápagos Islands
Waterways of Holland and Belgium
Red Sea, Nile Valley, Holy Land
Treasures of Japan
Cruise from Singapore to Dubai
Alumni College: Chianti & Italian Riviera
Provincial French Countryside
European Coastal Civilizations
Summer 2010
Turkey and the Turquoise Coast
Great Journey through Europe
Cruising the Baltic Sea
Passage of Peter the Great
The Great Lakes
Fall 2010
Ancient Cities of the Aegean & Black Seas
River Life: Burgundy & Provence
Treasures of South Africa
Alumni College in Sicily
Antiquities of Egypt
Cairo and the Nile River on the M.S. Sonesta Nile Goddess
February 25–March 8, 2010
Discover the legendary antiquities of the Nile River valley. Spend three nights in fascinating Cairo before flying to Luxor. Following a four-night Nile cruise – including visits to Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan – visit the monumental treasures at Abu Simbel.
Brown Faculty: Lanny Bell, Visiting Scholar in Egyptology
Approximately $6,495
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Galápagos Islands
Aboard National Geographic Endeavour
March 5–14, 2010
The Galápagos Islands, located 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, provide a natural habitat for some of the world’s most unusual animals. Explore the unspoiled natural beauty and unique wildlife that sparked Darwin’s pioneering research almost 150 years ago.
Brown Faculty: Karen Fischer, Professor of Geological Sciences
From approximately $4,482
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Cruise the Magnificent Waterways and Canals of Holland and Belgium
Amsterdam to Antwerp on the M.S. Amadeus Diamond
April 13–21, 2010
There is no better way to experience the beauty, history and culture of Holland and Belgium than by cruising their legendary waterways. Travel into the heart of one of Europe’s most colorful and fascinating regions on this nine-day voyage.
Brown Faculty:
Duncan Smith, Emeritus Professor of German Studies and Modern Culture and Media
From approximately $2,495
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The Red Sea, Nile Valley and the Holy Land
Jordan, Egypt, Israel and Cyprus on the M.Y. Harmony V
April 13-24, 2010
Marvel at Petra, travel to the foot of Mount Sinai and walk in the footsteps of Ramses II. Stand face-to-face with the Sphinx in the shadow of the Great Pyramids and immerse yourself in the mystery of the Holy Land.
Brown Faculty: Martha Sharp Joukowsky ’58, Emerita Professor in the Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World and the Department of Anthropology
From approximately $4,995
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Treasures of Japan
On the Clipper Odyssey, with a day in Gyeongju, Korea
April 21–May 3, 2010
Discover the cultural highlights and natural attractions of Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu Islands as you sail the Inland Sea. From imposing castles and timeless villages to a moving exploration of Hiroshima, this voyage presents an intricate tapestry of Japanese riches.
Brown Faculty: Samuel Perry, Assistant Professor of East Asian Studies
From approximately $10,280
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Cruise from Singapore to Dubai
Aboard the Crystal Symphony
April 24–May 12, 2010
Experience a world of new horizons and the allure of time-honored cultures and customs. This 16-night cruise offers the perfect way to visit historic port cities across the breadth of southern Asia while enjoying the luxuries of a top-of-the-line vessel.
Brown Faculty: to be announced
From approximately $5,890
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Alumni College in Chianti and the Italian Riviera
Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and Sestri Levante
May 5–14, 2010
Discover the best of these two regions as you visit the lovely towns that adorn the undulating Tuscan hills, the masterpieces of Florence, the quaint villages of the Cinque Terre and many other highlights of beautiful and unforgettable Italy.
Brown Faculty: Coppélia Kahn, Professor of English
Approximately $2,995
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Provincial French Countryside
Toulouse, the Dordogne, Loire Valley, Normandy and Paris
May 10–24, 2010
Experience the beauty, allure and hospitality of provincial France in a unique style. Anchored by stays in vibrant Toulouse and enchanting Paris, the journey features diverse Languedoc, the remote Dordogne, the lovely Loire Valley and historic Normandy.
Brown Faculty: Lewis Seifert, Professor of French Studies
Approximately $4,395
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European Coastal Civilizations
Portugal, Spain, Guernsey Island and France aboard the M.S. Le Diamant
May 18–26, 2010
From the old-world sophistication of Portugal to the artistic riches of Spain’s Basque Country and the rugged beauty of France’s Côte Sauvage, a riveting canvas of historic seaports, mountainous coastlines and enduring yet dynamic cultures awaits you.
Brown Faculty: to be announced
From approximately $2,595
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Legendary Turkey: From Istanbul to the Turquoise Coast
Istanbul, Troy, Kusadasi and Antalya, plus a cruise on a Gulet Yacht
June 12–26, 2010
Exotic sights, scents and sounds reign in this fascinating land where Europe and Asia meet. Experience vibrant cities, ancient ruins, stunning landscapes and the dramatic Turquoise Coast, where we board privately-chartered yachts. At every turn, Turkey engages and beguiles.
Brown Faculty: to be announced
Approximately
$3,295
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The Great Journey through Europe
Holland, Germany, France and Switzerland on the M.S. Amadeus Diamond
July 2–12, 2010
This comprehensive itinerary features the cultural and natural riches of the Rhine Valley and Swiss Alps. In the heart of Europe, explore stunning medieval cathedrals and castles and marvel at the majestic snow-crowned peaks of the Matterhorn and Mr. Pilatus.
Brown Faculty: to be announced
From approximately $3,395
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Cruising the Baltic Sea
Copenhagen, Tallinn, St. Petersburg, Helsinki and Stockholm on the M.S. Le Boreal
July 3–11, 2010
Summer trips to the Baltic are one of the Brown Travelers program’s most popular offerings. On this new, shorter itinerary – still featuring two days in St. Petersburg – visit historic ports as you cruise in comfort on the new Le Boreal.
Brown Faculty: to be announced
From approximately $4,195
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Cruise the Passage of Peter the Great
Moscow to St. Petersburg on the M.S. Krasin
July 16–28, 2010
In the 1700s, Peter the Great pursued his vision of transforming Russia into the greatest nation in Europe. Follow in his footsteps as you trace scenic waterways lined with medieval villages. And of course, fully explore Moscow and St. Petersburg.
Brown Faculty:
Alexander Levitsky, Professor of Slavic Languages and Literatures
From approximately $2,995
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The Great Lakes
North America’s Magnificent Inland Seas on Clelia II
August 28–September 4, 2010
From the thunder of Niagara Falls to the majestic landscapes of these unique natural wonders, rediscover what we’ve forgotten in America’s backyard aboard the only luxury cruising vessel to tour all five Great Lakes – Ontario, Erie, Huron, Michigan and Superior.
Brown Faculty: Patrick Malone, Professor of American Civilization and Urban Studies
From approximately $5,695
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Between Two Seas: Exploring the Ancient Cities of the Aegean and Black Seas
Turkey, Greece and Bulgaria on Corinthian II
September 27–October 7, 2010
As the early autumn months paint the stunning shorelines of the Aegean and Black Seas, explore the unforgettable monuments of the Greek, Roman and Ottoman Empires, from the storied Acropolis and the city of Troy to some lesser-known marvels.
Brown Faculty:
Patricia Herlihy, Professor Emerita of History & Adjunct Professor at the Watson Institute for International Studies
From approximately $6,995 (with no single supplement!)
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River Life through Burgundy and Provence
The Rhône and Saône Rivers on the M.S. Rembrandt
October 2–10, 2010
Cruise through these legendary French regions, whose picturesque landscapes inspired van Gogh and Cézanne. Walk in medieval footsteps in Avignon, explore ancient monuments in Cluny and Arles and savor the world-renowned cuisine of Provence and Lyon.
Brown Faculty: Michel-André Bossy, Professor of French Studies and Comparative Literature
From approximately $2,895
Treasures of South Africa
Cape Town, the Rovos Rail, Johannesburg and Kruger National Park
October 5–19, 2010
A land of spectacular biological diversity and fascinating culture, the wonders of South Africa exceed the imagination. On this very popular program, experience this unique part of the world in luxurious accommodations, featuring a breathtaking journey on the Rovos Rail.
Brown Faculty: Jonathan Waage, Emeritus Professor of Biology, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Approximately $5,895
Alumni College in Sicily
Syracuse and Palermo
October 22–November 1, 2010
Much more than just an island in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily was the world’s first multi-cultural society. It’s also a place of art, archaeology, history, folklore and magnificent scenery. Ancient theaters, temples and churches bear evidence of Sicily’s rich history.
Faculty: Larry Silver, Professor of Art History at the University of Pennsylvania
Approximately $3,195
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All information is subject to change.
All prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
Prices do not include air fare to/from trip departure/ending points.
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