HARVARD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION2016 WORLDWIDE TRAVEL PROGRAM

THE HOLY LAND: ISRAEL & PALESTINE

WITH PETER MACHINISTHancock Professor of Hebrew and Other Oriental Languages

September 18 to 28, 2016

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

Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem (front cover). Church of the Twelve Apostles, Tiberias (above).

EXPLORE THE BIBLICAL, ARCHAEOLOGICAL, AND CULTURAL HERITAGE

OF THE STUNNING LANDS OF ISRAEL AND PALESTINE with study leader

Peter Machinist, an expert on the ancient Near East. Begin in Jerusalem, with

its unique interplay of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim cultures. In Bethlehem,

at the edge of the Judean Desert, see the Church of the Nativity. Discover

Tzefat (Safed), which was once the center of Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism),

and the beautiful and mountainous Golan Heights. Visit ancient Capernaum,

where Jesus studied and preached, and historic Tiberias, built on the Sea of

Galilee by King Herod Antipas. Conclude in vibrant Tel Aviv on the sun-drenched

Mediterranean coast. On an excursion to Jaffa, tour the Old Quarter as well

as the Ajami neighborhood, home to a mix of Arabs and Jews. Meetings with

distinguished guests will enhance this fascinating journey.

THE HOLY LAND: ISRAEL & PALESTINE

WITH PETER MACHINISTHancock Professor of Hebrew and Other Oriental Languages

September 18 to 28, 2016

PROGRAM RATE

$7,995 Per Person

$1,435 Single Supplement

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enrichment series of lectures with Peter Machinist

• Viewing of the famed Dead Sea Scrolls at the Israel Museum

• An excursion to Bethlehem, on the edge of the Judean desert, to see the Church of the Nativity

• Exploration of Herod’s great Roman port city of Caesarea

• Specially arranged visit with the International Christian Committee in Nazareth

• A visit to the ancient city of Megiddo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Briefing with a political affairs officer at the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv

• A visit to the Temple Mount with a Muslim expert in cultural anthropology and professor of art and architecture

Bethlehem (top left) and Church of the Holy Sepulchre (top right)

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PETER MACHINIST, Hancock Professor of Hebrew and Other Oriental Languages

Machinist came to Harvard in 1991. He is a member of both the Faculty of Divinity and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, serving in the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations and on the Committee on the Study of Religion. His primary interest is in the cultural, intellectual, and social history of the ancient Near East, especially Israel and the Hebrew Bible, and Mesopotamia. His research and teaching topics include the ideology of imperialism and other forms of group identification; ancient historiography; mythology; prophecy; Assyrian history; and the history of modern biblical and other Near Eastern scholarship. He has also been a visiting professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Among his publications are Provincial Governance in Middle Assyria, “Outsiders and Insiders: The Biblical View of Emergent Israel and Its Contexts,” and “The Voice of the Historian in the Ancient Near Eastern and Mediterranean World.” Among his current projects is a volume of commentary on the prophetic book of Nahum.

HARVARD STUDY LEADER

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LEBANONSYRIA

Tiberias

Tel Aviv

Jerusalem

JORDAN

I S R A E LEGYPT

Sea of Galilee

DeadSea

MediterraneanSea

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may wish to dine at one of Jerusalem’s memorable restaurants or explore the city’s live music scene. B, L

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

JERUSALEM A morning curatorial tour of the Israel Museum includes the famed Dead Sea Scrolls. After lunch at the museum, depart for Bethlehem, perched on a hill at the edge of the Judean desert. See the Church of the Nativity, one of the holiest places in Christendom and a focal point of pilgrimages from all over the world. The church houses altars and shrines of Roman Catholic, Greek Orthodox, and Armenian denominations. This evening, dine with invited guests at a popular local restaurant. B, L, D

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

JERUSALEMIn the morning, join a Muslim expert in cultural anthropology and professor of art and architecture to discover the Temple Mount, one of the most important religious sites in the Old City of Jerusalem. The tour will focus on the Islamic narrative as well as Muslim traditions

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

U.S.A. DEPARTURE Depart the U.S.A. on an overnight flight to Tel Aviv.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

TEL AVIV / JERUSALEMArrive at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport and transfer to Jerusalem, a city central to the three great monotheistic faiths: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Accommodations for four nights are at the well-located David Citadel Hotel. This evening, gather for introductory remarks by study leader Peter Machinist, followed by dinner. D

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

JERUSALEMAfter a morning lecture, visit the Tower of David Museum near the Old City’s Ja!a Gate, showcasing the long and complex history of Jerusalem. At the Ophel Archaeological Gardens, see the Byzantine and early Arab excavations at the Southern Wall of the Temple Mount. View the Western Wall, or Kotel—the holiest shrine in Judaism. Following lunch, a walking tour to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher includes the Jewish, Muslim, Armenian, and Christian quarters. The evening is at leisure. You

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SCHEDULE BY DAY

The Western Wall (Kotel), Jerusalem

Israel Museum, Jerusalem Tel Aviv

today. Before lunch, a visit is planned to the Knesset, Israel’s parliament. In the afternoon, explore Yad Vashem, a memorial complex including the Holocaust History Museum, the poignant Children’s Memorial, and the Avenue of the Righteous. The evening is at leisure. B, L

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

JERUSALEM / TIBERIAS Drive through the Galilee region to Tzefat (Safed), home of the Kabbalistic school of Isaac Luria in the 16th century. Continue to the mountainous Golan Heights, one of the most beautiful parts of the region. Conclude the day in historic Tiberias, built on the Sea of Galilee by Herod in honor of the emperor of the same name. Accommodations are at the Europa 1917 Hotel, noted for its excellent kosher restaurant. Gather this evening for a traditional Shabbat dinner at the hotel. B, D

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

TIBERIAS This morning drive to Nazareth, the childhood home of Jesus, which is inhabited by Christians and Muslims. A visit with the International Christian Committee in Israel (or similar) is arranged. After lunch depart for ancient Capernaum, where the disciples James, Simon, John, and Andrew lived, and where Jesus studied and preached. Visit the synagogue, now restored to its 4th-century beauty. Return to Tiberias, for dinner at the hotel. B, L, D

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

TIBERIAS / TEL AVIV Depart for Megiddo, which gave rise to the concept of Armageddon. Tour the ancient city and, time permitting, the museum located on the site. Enjoy a wine-tasting lunch at one of Israel’s vineyards before you discover the remains of

Herod’s great Roman port city of Caesarea, overlooking the Mediterranean. Continue along the coast to Tel Aviv, a vibrant city both culturally and politically. Accommodations for three nights are at the Carlton Hotel. Dinner is at leisure. You may wish to dine in one of the city’s many fine restaurants. B, L

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

TEL AVIV This morning is reserved for specially arranged meetings with local experts. You will also visit the Israel Museum at the Yitzhak Rabin Center, which traces the history of the State of Israel. Drive south to Ja!a for lunch and a tour of the Old Quarter, now home to art galleries and boutiques, and the Ajami neighborhood. This part of Ja!a was the subject of the 2009 film

Megiddo. Photo courtesy of Itamar Grinberg for the Israeli Ministry of Tourism

Golan Heights (top left), Basilica of the Annunciation, Nazareth (right), Port of Ja!a (bottom left)

Ajami, which explored life in the largely Arab neighborhood. The evening is at leisure. B, L

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

TEL AVIV Begin the day with a breakfast briefing and conversation with a political a!airs o"cer from the U.S. Embassy. Then tour the Jewish Diaspora Museum, which tells the story of Jewish people worldwide. Lunch and the afternoon are free. You may wish to join an optional tour of the UNESCO World Heritage “White City” area or explore the shops in the historic Neve Tzedek area. Gather for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. B, D

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

TEL AVIV / U.S.A.Depart for the airport and the flight home. D

LAND & RAIL

EXPLORING HAVANA, CUBAAPR 5–9, 2016

EXPERIENCE THE MASTERSAPR 9–12, 2016

CUBA IN-DEPTHAPR 22–MAY 2, 2016 JORGE DOMINGUEZ

VILLAGE LIFE IN DORDOGNEMAY 12–20, 2016 PATRICE HIGONNET

MOROCCAN DISCOVERYMAY 13–26, 2016 SUE WEAVER SCHOPF

INSIDE THE RUSSIAN SPACE PROGRAMMAY 24–JUN 1, 2016 CATHLEEN LEWIS

THE DESERT KINGDOMS OF PERUMAY 25–JUN 5, 2016 JEFFREY QUILTER

HIMALAYAN KINGDOMS: TIBET, NEPAL & BHUTANMAY 29–JUN 12, 2016 MARK VAN BAALEN

MONGOLIA: LAND OF THE BLUE SKYMAY 29–JUN 10, 2016 ANDREW BERRY

MOAB MULTI-SPORT ADVENTUREJUN 13–17, 2016

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA JUNE 22–JULY 2, 2016

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S AMERICAJUN 24–30, 2016

TANZANIA: EXPLORING THE CRADLE OF HUMANKINDJUL 16–30, 2016

SANTA FE: ART & LANDSCAPE IN THE CITY OF ENCHANTMENTJUL 27–31, 2016 JOHN STEWART

SILK ROAD ODYSSEY: THE FIVE ’STANSSEP 6–23, 2016

FIVE NIGHTS IN VIENNASEP 10–16, 2016 JOHN STEWART

THE HOLY LAND: ISRAEL & PALESTINESEP 18–28, 2016 PETER MACHINIST

CELEBRATING CERN & ITER: GENEVA & AIX-EN-PROVENCESEP 19–28, 2016

LEGENDARY TURKEY SEP 20–OCT 4, 2016 WERNER SOLLORS

COLOMBIA: BOGOTÁ & CARTAGENASEP 23–30, 2016 MARK VAN BAALEN

DISCOVERING EASTERN EUROPEOCT–17, 2016 HUNTINGTON LAMBERT

DISCOVER ETHIOPIAOCT 5–22, 2016

THAILAND, LAOS & CAMBODIAOCT 7–21, 2016 PETER BOL

INSIDER’S PATAGONIAOCT 8–23, 2016

MYSTICAL INDIAOCT 13–29, 2016

INSIDER’S ROMEOCT 19–27, 2016 HARVEY COX

CRUISES

DUTCH & FLEMISH LANDSCAPES ON AMAPRIMA APR 10–18, 2016 THOMAS FORREST KELLY

JAPAN BY SEA ON CALEDONIAN SKYAPR 20–MAY 3, 2016 HARVEY COX & NINA TUMARKIN

RIVIERAS & ISLANDS OF FRANCE, ITALY & SPAIN ON TERE MOANAMAY 6–14, 2016 LEO DAMROSCH & JOYCE VAN DYKE

JEWELS OF THE WESTERN MEDITTERANEAN: ROME TO MALAGA ON SEA CLOUD IIMAY 11–20, 2016 JAMES SIMPSON

SPAIN & PORTUGAL ON SEA CLOUDMAY 17–29, 2016 MICHAEL MCELROY

IN THE WAKE OF THE VIKINGS ON LE BORÉALJUN 8–16, 2016 DANIEL DONOGHUE

ADRIATIC SEA VOYAGE ON ISLAND SKYJUN 10–18, 2016 MICHAEL MCCORMICK

THE BALTIC’S AMBER COAST ON SEA CLOUD IIJUL 1–12, 2016 TIMOTHY J. COLTON

CASTLES & COLLECTIONS OF THE CELTIC ISLES ON SEA CLOUD IIJUL 22–AUG 2, 2016 CATHERINE MCKENNA

BLACK SEA ON ISLAND SKYSEP 25–OCT 6, 2016 DAVID AGUILAR

SPLENDORS OF SICILY ON SEA CLOUD IIOCT 14–23, 2016 WILLIAM GRANARA

TRADE ROUTES OF COASTAL IBERIA ON LE LYRICALOCT 25–NOV 2, 2016

FACES OF MELANESIA ON CALEDONIAN SKYNOV 17–DEC 3, 2016

RIVERS & LAKES

ELBE RIVER CRUISE: PRAGUE TO BERLIN ON SWISS RUBYAPR 26–MAY 6, 2016 ROBERT KIELY

WATERWAYS OF FRANCE ON THE AMADEUS FLEETMAY 29–JUN 9, 2016 SUSAN SULEIMAN

THE LOWER DANUBE: MEDIEVAL TO MODERN (VIENNA TO BUCHAREST) ON ROYAL CROWNJUN 10–21, 2016 MICHAEL SHINAGEL

WATERWAYS OF RUSSIA ON VOLGA DREAMJUN 15–25, 2016 CAROL SAIVETZ

SYMPHONY ON THE BLUE DANUBE ON AMADEUS SILVER IIJUL 13–24, 2016

PASSAGE OF LEWIS & CLARK ON AMERICAN EMPRESSAUG 13–21, 2016 CASTLE MCLAUGHLIN

FAMILY ADVENTURES & SPRING BREAK:

GREECE SPRING BREAK FOR STUDENTS & ALUMNIMAR 12–20, 2016 GREGORY NAGY

FAMILY GALÁPAGOS ON SANTA CRUZ IIJUL 19–26, 2016 WARREN ZAPOL

ROME & TUSCANY: A FAMILY ADVENTUREAUG 8–16, 2016

TANZANIA FAMILY SAFARIDEC 23, 2016–JAN 3, 2017

PROGRAM RATE PER PERSON $7,995. Single supplement $1,435. Rate includes: Nine nights accommodations, double occupancy as per the itinerary; buffet breakfast daily, six lunches, and five dinners with bottled water and coffee / tea; wine with welcome and farewell dinners; airport / hotel group transfers; sightseeing via deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach as per itinerary; entrances for all included visits; taxes, service charges, porterage and all gratuities; pre-departure material and reading list: $200,000 emergency medical assistance and evacuation insurance.

AIRFARE A suggested flight schedule will be offered. Passengers making individual flight arrangements can request private transfers. A $40 fee will be charged per ticket issued.

TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS Airfare; passport and visa fees; meals not specified; alcoholic beverages other than wine at welcome and farewell dinners; personal expenses; trip insurance; connecting domestic flights; transfers for guests not using suggested group air.

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS & FINAL PAYMENT To reserve your space on this program, a $1,500 deposit is required per person. Please either call us at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806, or fill out and mail or fax the registration form. Reservations are acknowledged in order of receipt until the maximum enrollment has been reached. Your final payment is due 120 days before departure and must be made by check.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS All cancellations must be made in writing to HAA Travels and are subject to a $350 nonrefundable administrative fee. Cancellations received between 120 and 91 days prior to departure will be charged a fee in the amount of 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days before departure, 50 percent; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds

are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason.

HEALTH ADVISORY This is an active program that involves extensive walking. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of HAA Travels and the tour operator. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfare, and currency exchange rates in effect at the time of brochure printing and are subject to change. While the tour operator will do everything possible to maintain the published trip price, it may be necessary to institute a surcharge.

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

RESPONSIBILITY Certain other provisions apply regarding limitations of liability and rights of HAA Travels and the tour operator. The statement of responsibility is available at alumni.harvard.edu/travel/trips/israel-palestine-2016. If you are not able to access the internet, please call HAA Travels at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806.

DISCLAIMER Every reasonable effort 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.

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Please return this form by mail to: HAA Travels, Harvard Alumni Association 124 Mount Auburn Street, 6th Floor Cambridge, MA 02138

Or by fax: 617-496-4011

Please call with any questions: 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806

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may wish to dine at one of Jerusalem’s memorable restaurants or explore the city’s live music scene. B, L

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

JERUSALEM A morning curatorial tour of the Israel Museum includes the famed Dead Sea Scrolls. After lunch at the museum, depart for Bethlehem, perched on a hill at the edge of the Judean desert. See the Church of the Nativity, one of the holiest places in Christendom and a focal point of pilgrimages from all over the world. The church houses altars and shrines of Roman Catholic, Greek Orthodox, and Armenian denominations. This evening, dine with invited guests at a popular local restaurant. B, L, D

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

JERUSALEMIn the morning, join a Muslim expert in cultural anthropology and professor of art and architecture to discover the Temple Mount, one of the most important religious sites in the Old City of Jerusalem. The tour will focus on the Islamic narrative as well as Muslim traditions

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

U.S.A. DEPARTURE Depart the U.S.A. on an overnight flight to Tel Aviv.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

TEL AVIV / JERUSALEMArrive at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport and transfer to Jerusalem, a city central to the three great monotheistic faiths: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Accommodations for four nights are at the well-located David Citadel Hotel. This evening, gather for introductory remarks by study leader Peter Machinist, followed by dinner. D

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

JERUSALEMAfter a morning lecture, visit the Tower of David Museum near the Old City’s Ja!a Gate, showcasing the long and complex history of Jerusalem. At the Ophel Archaeological Gardens, see the Byzantine and early Arab excavations at the Southern Wall of the Temple Mount. View the Western Wall, or Kotel—the holiest shrine in Judaism. Following lunch, a walking tour to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher includes the Jewish, Muslim, Armenian, and Christian quarters. The evening is at leisure. You

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SCHEDULE BY DAY

The Western Wall (Kotel), Jerusalem

Israel Museum, Jerusalem Tel Aviv

today. Before lunch, a visit is planned to the Knesset, Israel’s parliament. In the afternoon, explore Yad Vashem, a memorial complex including the Holocaust History Museum, the poignant Children’s Memorial, and the Avenue of the Righteous. The evening is at leisure. B, L

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

JERUSALEM / TIBERIAS Drive through the Galilee region to Tzefat (Safed), home of the Kabbalistic school of Isaac Luria in the 16th century. Continue to the mountainous Golan Heights, one of the most beautiful parts of the region. Conclude the day in historic Tiberias, built on the Sea of Galilee by Herod in honor of the emperor of the same name. Accommodations are at the Europa 1917 Hotel, noted for its excellent kosher restaurant. Gather this evening for a traditional Shabbat dinner at the hotel. B, D

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

TIBERIAS This morning drive to Nazareth, the childhood home of Jesus, which is inhabited by Christians and Muslims. A visit with the International Christian Committee in Israel (or similar) is arranged. After lunch depart for ancient Capernaum, where the disciples James, Simon, John, and Andrew lived, and where Jesus studied and preached. Visit the synagogue, now restored to its 4th-century beauty. Return to Tiberias, for dinner at the hotel. B, L, D

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

TIBERIAS / TEL AVIV Depart for Megiddo, which gave rise to the concept of Armageddon. Tour the ancient city and, time permitting, the museum located on the site. Enjoy a wine-tasting lunch at one of Israel’s vineyards before you discover the remains of

Herod’s great Roman port city of Caesarea, overlooking the Mediterranean. Continue along the coast to Tel Aviv, a vibrant city both culturally and politically. Accommodations for three nights are at the Carlton Hotel. Dinner is at leisure. You may wish to dine in one of the city’s many fine restaurants. B, L

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

TEL AVIV This morning is reserved for specially arranged meetings with local experts. You will also visit the Israel Museum at the Yitzhak Rabin Center, which traces the history of the State of Israel. Drive south to Ja!a for lunch and a tour of the Old Quarter, now home to art galleries and boutiques, and the Ajami neighborhood. This part of Ja!a was the subject of the 2009 film

Megiddo. Photo courtesy of Itamar Grinberg for the Israeli Ministry of Tourism

Golan Heights (top left), Basilica of the Annunciation, Nazareth (right), Port of Ja!a (bottom left)

Ajami, which explored life in the largely Arab neighborhood. The evening is at leisure. B, L

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

TEL AVIV Begin the day with a breakfast briefing and conversation with a political a!airs o"cer from the U.S. Embassy. Then tour the Jewish Diaspora Museum, which tells the story of Jewish people worldwide. Lunch and the afternoon are free. You may wish to join an optional tour of the UNESCO World Heritage “White City” area or explore the shops in the historic Neve Tzedek area. Gather for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. B, D

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

TEL AVIV / U.S.A.Depart for the airport and the flight home. D

LAND & RAIL

EXPLORING HAVANA, CUBAAPR 5–9, 2016

EXPERIENCE THE MASTERSAPR 9–12, 2016

CUBA IN-DEPTHAPR 22–MAY 2, 2016 JORGE DOMINGUEZ

VILLAGE LIFE IN DORDOGNEMAY 12–20, 2016 PATRICE HIGONNET

MOROCCAN DISCOVERYMAY 13–26, 2016 SUE WEAVER SCHOPF

INSIDE THE RUSSIAN SPACE PROGRAMMAY 24–JUN 1, 2016 CATHLEEN LEWIS

THE DESERT KINGDOMS OF PERUMAY 25–JUN 5, 2016 JEFFREY QUILTER

HIMALAYAN KINGDOMS: TIBET, NEPAL & BHUTANMAY 29–JUN 12, 2016 MARK VAN BAALEN

MONGOLIA: LAND OF THE BLUE SKYMAY 29–JUN 10, 2016 ANDREW BERRY

MOAB MULTI-SPORT ADVENTUREJUN 13–17, 2016

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA JUNE 22–JULY 2, 2016

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S AMERICAJUN 24–30, 2016

TANZANIA: EXPLORING THE CRADLE OF HUMANKINDJUL 16–30, 2016

SANTA FE: ART & LANDSCAPE IN THE CITY OF ENCHANTMENTJUL 27–31, 2016 JOHN STEWART

SILK ROAD ODYSSEY: THE FIVE ’STANSSEP 6–23, 2016

FIVE NIGHTS IN VIENNASEP 10–16, 2016 JOHN STEWART

THE HOLY LAND: ISRAEL & PALESTINESEP 18–28, 2016 PETER MACHINIST

CELEBRATING CERN & ITER: GENEVA & AIX-EN-PROVENCESEP 19–28, 2016

LEGENDARY TURKEY SEP 20–OCT 4, 2016 WERNER SOLLORS

COLOMBIA: BOGOTÁ & CARTAGENASEP 23–30, 2016 MARK VAN BAALEN

DISCOVERING EASTERN EUROPEOCT–17, 2016 HUNTINGTON LAMBERT

DISCOVER ETHIOPIAOCT 5–22, 2016

THAILAND, LAOS & CAMBODIAOCT 7–21, 2016 PETER BOL

INSIDER’S PATAGONIAOCT 8–23, 2016

MYSTICAL INDIAOCT 13–29, 2016

INSIDER’S ROMEOCT 19–27, 2016 HARVEY COX

CRUISES

DUTCH & FLEMISH LANDSCAPES ON AMAPRIMA APR 10–18, 2016 THOMAS FORREST KELLY

JAPAN BY SEA ON CALEDONIAN SKYAPR 20–MAY 3, 2016 HARVEY COX & NINA TUMARKIN

RIVIERAS & ISLANDS OF FRANCE, ITALY & SPAIN ON TERE MOANAMAY 6–14, 2016 LEO DAMROSCH & JOYCE VAN DYKE

JEWELS OF THE WESTERN MEDITTERANEAN: ROME TO MALAGA ON SEA CLOUD IIMAY 11–20, 2016 JAMES SIMPSON

SPAIN & PORTUGAL ON SEA CLOUDMAY 17–29, 2016 MICHAEL MCELROY

IN THE WAKE OF THE VIKINGS ON LE BORÉALJUN 8–16, 2016 DANIEL DONOGHUE

ADRIATIC SEA VOYAGE ON ISLAND SKYJUN 10–18, 2016 MICHAEL MCCORMICK

THE BALTIC’S AMBER COAST ON SEA CLOUD IIJUL 1–12, 2016 TIMOTHY J. COLTON

CASTLES & COLLECTIONS OF THE CELTIC ISLES ON SEA CLOUD IIJUL 22–AUG 2, 2016 CATHERINE MCKENNA

BLACK SEA ON ISLAND SKYSEP 25–OCT 6, 2016 DAVID AGUILAR

SPLENDORS OF SICILY ON SEA CLOUD IIOCT 14–23, 2016 WILLIAM GRANARA

TRADE ROUTES OF COASTAL IBERIA ON LE LYRICALOCT 25–NOV 2, 2016

FACES OF MELANESIA ON CALEDONIAN SKYNOV 17–DEC 3, 2016

RIVERS & LAKES

ELBE RIVER CRUISE: PRAGUE TO BERLIN ON SWISS RUBYAPR 26–MAY 6, 2016 ROBERT KIELY

WATERWAYS OF FRANCE ON THE AMADEUS FLEETMAY 29–JUN 9, 2016 SUSAN SULEIMAN

THE LOWER DANUBE: MEDIEVAL TO MODERN (VIENNA TO BUCHAREST) ON ROYAL CROWNJUN 10–21, 2016 MICHAEL SHINAGEL

WATERWAYS OF RUSSIA ON VOLGA DREAMJUN 15–25, 2016 CAROL SAIVETZ

SYMPHONY ON THE BLUE DANUBE ON AMADEUS SILVER IIJUL 13–24, 2016

PASSAGE OF LEWIS & CLARK ON AMERICAN EMPRESSAUG 13–21, 2016 CASTLE MCLAUGHLIN

FAMILY ADVENTURES & SPRING BREAK:

GREECE SPRING BREAK FOR STUDENTS & ALUMNIMAR 12–20, 2016 GREGORY NAGY

FAMILY GALÁPAGOS ON SANTA CRUZ IIJUL 19–26, 2016 WARREN ZAPOL

ROME & TUSCANY: A FAMILY ADVENTUREAUG 8–16, 2016

TANZANIA FAMILY SAFARIDEC 23, 2016–JAN 3, 2017

PROGRAM RATE PER PERSON $7,995. Single supplement $1,435. Rate includes: Nine nights accommodations, double occupancy as per the itinerary; buffet breakfast daily, six lunches, and five dinners with bottled water and coffee / tea; wine with welcome and farewell dinners; airport / hotel group transfers; sightseeing via deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach as per itinerary; entrances for all included visits; taxes, service charges, porterage and all gratuities; pre-departure material and reading list: $200,000 emergency medical assistance and evacuation insurance.

AIRFARE A suggested flight schedule will be offered. Passengers making individual flight arrangements can request private transfers. A $40 fee will be charged per ticket issued.

TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS Airfare; passport and visa fees; meals not specified; alcoholic beverages other than wine at welcome and farewell dinners; personal expenses; trip insurance; connecting domestic flights; transfers for guests not using suggested group air.

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS & FINAL PAYMENT To reserve your space on this program, a $1,500 deposit is required per person. Please either call us at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806, or fill out and mail or fax the registration form. Reservations are acknowledged in order of receipt until the maximum enrollment has been reached. Your final payment is due 120 days before departure and must be made by check.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS All cancellations must be made in writing to HAA Travels and are subject to a $350 nonrefundable administrative fee. Cancellations received between 120 and 91 days prior to departure will be charged a fee in the amount of 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days before departure, 50 percent; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds

are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason.

HEALTH ADVISORY This is an active program that involves extensive walking. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of HAA Travels and the tour operator. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfare, and currency exchange rates in effect at the time of brochure printing and are subject to change. While the tour operator will do everything possible to maintain the published trip price, it may be necessary to institute a surcharge.

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

RESPONSIBILITY Certain other provisions apply regarding limitations of liability and rights of HAA Travels and the tour operator. The statement of responsibility is available at alumni.harvard.edu/travel/trips/israel-palestine-2016. If you are not able to access the internet, please call HAA Travels at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806.

DISCLAIMER Every reasonable effort 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.

CST 2059789-40

REGISTRATION FORM REGISTRATION FORM

To register, please fill out this form and return it to HAA Travels with your deposit of $1,500 per person.

Please return this form by mail to: HAA Travels, Harvard Alumni Association 124 Mount Auburn Street, 6th Floor Cambridge, MA 02138

Or by fax: 617-496-4011

Please call with any questions: 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806

S I’m not able to take this trip, but please add me to your mailing list.

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_____________________________________________________________SECOND PERSON NAME ON PASSPORT DATE OF BIRTH

_____________________________________________________________EMAIL ADDRESS

_____________________________________________________________STREET ADDRESS

_____________________________________________________________CITY / STATE / ZIP OR POSTAL CODE

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METHOD OF DEPOSIT

S CHECK (PLEASE ENCLOSE CHECK) S MASTERCARD S VISA S AMEX S DISCOVER

_____________________________________________________________CARD NUMBER

_____________________________________________________________EXPIRATION DATE 3- OR 4-DIGIT SECURITY CODE

_____________________________________________________________NAME AS IT APPEARS ON CARD

S I/WE CONFIRM THAT I/WE HAVE READ AND ACCEPT THE GENERAL INFORMATION FOR THIS TOUR INCLUDING REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS AND THE RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE AT: ALUMNI.HARVARD.HARVARD.EDU/TRAVEL

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may wish to dine at one of Jerusalem’s memorable restaurants or explore the city’s live music scene. B, L

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

JERUSALEM A morning curatorial tour of the Israel Museum includes the famed Dead Sea Scrolls. After lunch at the museum, depart for Bethlehem, perched on a hill at the edge of the Judean desert. See the Church of the Nativity, one of the holiest places in Christendom and a focal point of pilgrimages from all over the world. The church houses altars and shrines of Roman Catholic, Greek Orthodox, and Armenian denominations. This evening, dine with invited guests at a popular local restaurant. B, L, D

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

JERUSALEMIn the morning, join a Muslim expert in cultural anthropology and professor of art and architecture to discover the Temple Mount, one of the most important religious sites in the Old City of Jerusalem. The tour will focus on the Islamic narrative as well as Muslim traditions

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

U.S.A. DEPARTURE Depart the U.S.A. on an overnight flight to Tel Aviv.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

TEL AVIV / JERUSALEMArrive at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport and transfer to Jerusalem, a city central to the three great monotheistic faiths: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Accommodations for four nights are at the well-located David Citadel Hotel. This evening, gather for introductory remarks by study leader Peter Machinist, followed by dinner. D

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

JERUSALEMAfter a morning lecture, visit the Tower of David Museum near the Old City’s Ja!a Gate, showcasing the long and complex history of Jerusalem. At the Ophel Archaeological Gardens, see the Byzantine and early Arab excavations at the Southern Wall of the Temple Mount. View the Western Wall, or Kotel—the holiest shrine in Judaism. Following lunch, a walking tour to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher includes the Jewish, Muslim, Armenian, and Christian quarters. The evening is at leisure. You

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SCHEDULE BY DAY

The Western Wall (Kotel), Jerusalem

Israel Museum, Jerusalem Tel Aviv

today. Before lunch, a visit is planned to the Knesset, Israel’s parliament. In the afternoon, explore Yad Vashem, a memorial complex including the Holocaust History Museum, the poignant Children’s Memorial, and the Avenue of the Righteous. The evening is at leisure. B, L

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

JERUSALEM / TIBERIAS Drive through the Galilee region to Tzefat (Safed), home of the Kabbalistic school of Isaac Luria in the 16th century. Continue to the mountainous Golan Heights, one of the most beautiful parts of the region. Conclude the day in historic Tiberias, built on the Sea of Galilee by Herod in honor of the emperor of the same name. Accommodations are at the Europa 1917 Hotel, noted for its excellent kosher restaurant. Gather this evening for a traditional Shabbat dinner at the hotel. B, D

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

TIBERIAS This morning drive to Nazareth, the childhood home of Jesus, which is inhabited by Christians and Muslims. A visit with the International Christian Committee in Israel (or similar) is arranged. After lunch depart for ancient Capernaum, where the disciples James, Simon, John, and Andrew lived, and where Jesus studied and preached. Visit the synagogue, now restored to its 4th-century beauty. Return to Tiberias, for dinner at the hotel. B, L, D

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

TIBERIAS / TEL AVIV Depart for Megiddo, which gave rise to the concept of Armageddon. Tour the ancient city and, time permitting, the museum located on the site. Enjoy a wine-tasting lunch at one of Israel’s vineyards before you discover the remains of

Herod’s great Roman port city of Caesarea, overlooking the Mediterranean. Continue along the coast to Tel Aviv, a vibrant city both culturally and politically. Accommodations for three nights are at the Carlton Hotel. Dinner is at leisure. You may wish to dine in one of the city’s many fine restaurants. B, L

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

TEL AVIV This morning is reserved for specially arranged meetings with local experts. You will also visit the Israel Museum at the Yitzhak Rabin Center, which traces the history of the State of Israel. Drive south to Ja!a for lunch and a tour of the Old Quarter, now home to art galleries and boutiques, and the Ajami neighborhood. This part of Ja!a was the subject of the 2009 film

Megiddo. Photo courtesy of Itamar Grinberg for the Israeli Ministry of Tourism

Golan Heights (top left), Basilica of the Annunciation, Nazareth (right), Port of Ja!a (bottom left)

Ajami, which explored life in the largely Arab neighborhood. The evening is at leisure. B, L

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

TEL AVIV Begin the day with a breakfast briefing and conversation with a political a!airs o"cer from the U.S. Embassy. Then tour the Jewish Diaspora Museum, which tells the story of Jewish people worldwide. Lunch and the afternoon are free. You may wish to join an optional tour of the UNESCO World Heritage “White City” area or explore the shops in the historic Neve Tzedek area. Gather for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. B, D

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

TEL AVIV / U.S.A.Depart for the airport and the flight home. D

LAND & RAIL

EXPLORING HAVANA, CUBAAPR 5–9, 2016

EXPERIENCE THE MASTERSAPR 9–12, 2016

CUBA IN-DEPTHAPR 22–MAY 2, 2016 JORGE DOMINGUEZ

VILLAGE LIFE IN DORDOGNEMAY 12–20, 2016 PATRICE HIGONNET

MOROCCAN DISCOVERYMAY 13–26, 2016 SUE WEAVER SCHOPF

INSIDE THE RUSSIAN SPACE PROGRAMMAY 24–JUN 1, 2016 CATHLEEN LEWIS

THE DESERT KINGDOMS OF PERUMAY 25–JUN 5, 2016 JEFFREY QUILTER

HIMALAYAN KINGDOMS: TIBET, NEPAL & BHUTANMAY 29–JUN 12, 2016 MARK VAN BAALEN

MONGOLIA: LAND OF THE BLUE SKYMAY 29–JUN 10, 2016 ANDREW BERRY

MOAB MULTI-SPORT ADVENTUREJUN 13–17, 2016

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA JUNE 22–JULY 2, 2016

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S AMERICAJUN 24–30, 2016

TANZANIA: EXPLORING THE CRADLE OF HUMANKINDJUL 16–30, 2016

SANTA FE: ART & LANDSCAPE IN THE CITY OF ENCHANTMENTJUL 27–31, 2016 JOHN STEWART

SILK ROAD ODYSSEY: THE FIVE ’STANSSEP 6–23, 2016

FIVE NIGHTS IN VIENNASEP 10–16, 2016 JOHN STEWART

THE HOLY LAND: ISRAEL & PALESTINESEP 18–28, 2016 PETER MACHINIST

CELEBRATING CERN & ITER: GENEVA & AIX-EN-PROVENCESEP 19–28, 2016

LEGENDARY TURKEY SEP 20–OCT 4, 2016 WERNER SOLLORS

COLOMBIA: BOGOTÁ & CARTAGENASEP 23–30, 2016 MARK VAN BAALEN

DISCOVERING EASTERN EUROPEOCT–17, 2016 HUNTINGTON LAMBERT

DISCOVER ETHIOPIAOCT 5–22, 2016

THAILAND, LAOS & CAMBODIAOCT 7–21, 2016 PETER BOL

INSIDER’S PATAGONIAOCT 8–23, 2016

MYSTICAL INDIAOCT 13–29, 2016

INSIDER’S ROMEOCT 19–27, 2016 HARVEY COX

CRUISES

DUTCH & FLEMISH LANDSCAPES ON AMAPRIMA APR 10–18, 2016 THOMAS FORREST KELLY

JAPAN BY SEA ON CALEDONIAN SKYAPR 20–MAY 3, 2016 HARVEY COX & NINA TUMARKIN

RIVIERAS & ISLANDS OF FRANCE, ITALY & SPAIN ON TERE MOANAMAY 6–14, 2016 LEO DAMROSCH & JOYCE VAN DYKE

JEWELS OF THE WESTERN MEDITTERANEAN: ROME TO MALAGA ON SEA CLOUD IIMAY 11–20, 2016 JAMES SIMPSON

SPAIN & PORTUGAL ON SEA CLOUDMAY 17–29, 2016 MICHAEL MCELROY

IN THE WAKE OF THE VIKINGS ON LE BORÉALJUN 8–16, 2016 DANIEL DONOGHUE

ADRIATIC SEA VOYAGE ON ISLAND SKYJUN 10–18, 2016 MICHAEL MCCORMICK

THE BALTIC’S AMBER COAST ON SEA CLOUD IIJUL 1–12, 2016 TIMOTHY J. COLTON

CASTLES & COLLECTIONS OF THE CELTIC ISLES ON SEA CLOUD IIJUL 22–AUG 2, 2016 CATHERINE MCKENNA

BLACK SEA ON ISLAND SKYSEP 25–OCT 6, 2016 DAVID AGUILAR

SPLENDORS OF SICILY ON SEA CLOUD IIOCT 14–23, 2016 WILLIAM GRANARA

TRADE ROUTES OF COASTAL IBERIA ON LE LYRICALOCT 25–NOV 2, 2016

FACES OF MELANESIA ON CALEDONIAN SKYNOV 17–DEC 3, 2016

RIVERS & LAKES

ELBE RIVER CRUISE: PRAGUE TO BERLIN ON SWISS RUBYAPR 26–MAY 6, 2016 ROBERT KIELY

WATERWAYS OF FRANCE ON THE AMADEUS FLEETMAY 29–JUN 9, 2016 SUSAN SULEIMAN

THE LOWER DANUBE: MEDIEVAL TO MODERN (VIENNA TO BUCHAREST) ON ROYAL CROWNJUN 10–21, 2016 MICHAEL SHINAGEL

WATERWAYS OF RUSSIA ON VOLGA DREAMJUN 15–25, 2016 CAROL SAIVETZ

SYMPHONY ON THE BLUE DANUBE ON AMADEUS SILVER IIJUL 13–24, 2016

PASSAGE OF LEWIS & CLARK ON AMERICAN EMPRESSAUG 13–21, 2016 CASTLE MCLAUGHLIN

FAMILY ADVENTURES & SPRING BREAK:

GREECE SPRING BREAK FOR STUDENTS & ALUMNIMAR 12–20, 2016 GREGORY NAGY

FAMILY GALÁPAGOS ON SANTA CRUZ IIJUL 19–26, 2016 WARREN ZAPOL

ROME & TUSCANY: A FAMILY ADVENTUREAUG 8–16, 2016

TANZANIA FAMILY SAFARIDEC 23, 2016–JAN 3, 2017

PROGRAM RATE PER PERSON $7,995. Single supplement $1,435. Rate includes: Nine nights accommodations, double occupancy as per the itinerary; buffet breakfast daily, six lunches, and five dinners with bottled water and coffee / tea; wine with welcome and farewell dinners; airport / hotel group transfers; sightseeing via deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach as per itinerary; entrances for all included visits; taxes, service charges, porterage and all gratuities; pre-departure material and reading list: $200,000 emergency medical assistance and evacuation insurance.

AIRFARE A suggested flight schedule will be offered. Passengers making individual flight arrangements can request private transfers. A $40 fee will be charged per ticket issued.

TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS Airfare; passport and visa fees; meals not specified; alcoholic beverages other than wine at welcome and farewell dinners; personal expenses; trip insurance; connecting domestic flights; transfers for guests not using suggested group air.

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS & FINAL PAYMENT To reserve your space on this program, a $1,500 deposit is required per person. Please either call us at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806, or fill out and mail or fax the registration form. Reservations are acknowledged in order of receipt until the maximum enrollment has been reached. Your final payment is due 120 days before departure and must be made by check.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS All cancellations must be made in writing to HAA Travels and are subject to a $350 nonrefundable administrative fee. Cancellations received between 120 and 91 days prior to departure will be charged a fee in the amount of 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days before departure, 50 percent; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds

are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason.

HEALTH ADVISORY This is an active program that involves extensive walking. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of HAA Travels and the tour operator. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfare, and currency exchange rates in effect at the time of brochure printing and are subject to change. While the tour operator will do everything possible to maintain the published trip price, it may be necessary to institute a surcharge.

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

RESPONSIBILITY Certain other provisions apply regarding limitations of liability and rights of HAA Travels and the tour operator. The statement of responsibility is available at alumni.harvard.edu/travel/trips/israel-palestine-2016. If you are not able to access the internet, please call HAA Travels at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806.

DISCLAIMER Every reasonable effort 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.

CST 2059789-40

REGISTRATION FORM REGISTRATION FORM

To register, please fill out this form and return it to HAA Travels with your deposit of $1,500 per person.

Please return this form by mail to: HAA Travels, Harvard Alumni Association 124 Mount Auburn Street, 6th Floor Cambridge, MA 02138

Or by fax: 617-496-4011

Please call with any questions: 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806

S I’m not able to take this trip, but please add me to your mailing list.

_____________________________________________________________PROGRAM NAME START DATE

_____________________________________________________________FIRST PERSON NAME ON PASSPORT DATE OF BIRTH

_____________________________________________________________EMAIL ADDRESS

_____________________________________________________________STREET ADDRESS

_____________________________________________________________CITY / STATE / ZIP OR POSTAL CODE

_____________________________________________________________HOME TELEPHONE WORK TELEPHONE

_____________________________________________________________SECOND PERSON NAME ON PASSPORT DATE OF BIRTH

_____________________________________________________________EMAIL ADDRESS

_____________________________________________________________STREET ADDRESS

_____________________________________________________________CITY / STATE / ZIP OR POSTAL CODE

_____________________________________________________________HOME TELEPHONE WORK TELEPHONE

METHOD OF DEPOSIT

S CHECK (PLEASE ENCLOSE CHECK) S MASTERCARD S VISA S AMEX S DISCOVER

_____________________________________________________________CARD NUMBER

_____________________________________________________________EXPIRATION DATE 3- OR 4-DIGIT SECURITY CODE

_____________________________________________________________NAME AS IT APPEARS ON CARD

S I/WE CONFIRM THAT I/WE HAVE READ AND ACCEPT THE GENERAL INFORMATION FOR THIS TOUR INCLUDING REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS AND THE RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE AT: ALUMNI.HARVARD.HARVARD.EDU/TRAVEL

_____________________________________________________________SIGNATURE

_____________________________________________________________SIGNATURE

ACCOMMODATIONS

ROOM PREFERENCES DOUBLE S TWIN S SINGLE S SHARE A ROOM WITH:

_____________________________________________________________ROOMMATE

2016 HAA TRIPS

may wish to dine at one of Jerusalem’s memorable restaurants or explore the city’s live music scene. B, L

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

JERUSALEM A morning curatorial tour of the Israel Museum includes the famed Dead Sea Scrolls. After lunch at the museum, depart for Bethlehem, perched on a hill at the edge of the Judean desert. See the Church of the Nativity, one of the holiest places in Christendom and a focal point of pilgrimages from all over the world. The church houses altars and shrines of Roman Catholic, Greek Orthodox, and Armenian denominations. This evening, dine with invited guests at a popular local restaurant. B, L, D

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

JERUSALEMIn the morning, join a Muslim expert in cultural anthropology and professor of art and architecture to discover the Temple Mount, one of the most important religious sites in the Old City of Jerusalem. The tour will focus on the Islamic narrative as well as Muslim traditions

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

U.S.A. DEPARTURE Depart the U.S.A. on an overnight flight to Tel Aviv.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

TEL AVIV / JERUSALEMArrive at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport and transfer to Jerusalem, a city central to the three great monotheistic faiths: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Accommodations for four nights are at the well-located David Citadel Hotel. This evening, gather for introductory remarks by study leader Peter Machinist, followed by dinner. D

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

JERUSALEMAfter a morning lecture, visit the Tower of David Museum near the Old City’s Ja!a Gate, showcasing the long and complex history of Jerusalem. At the Ophel Archaeological Gardens, see the Byzantine and early Arab excavations at the Southern Wall of the Temple Mount. View the Western Wall, or Kotel—the holiest shrine in Judaism. Following lunch, a walking tour to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher includes the Jewish, Muslim, Armenian, and Christian quarters. The evening is at leisure. You

FOR DETAILED ITINERARIES, VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/TRAVEL FOR DETAILED ITINERARIES, VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/TRAVEL

SCHEDULE BY DAY

The Western Wall (Kotel), Jerusalem

Israel Museum, Jerusalem Tel Aviv

today. Before lunch, a visit is planned to the Knesset, Israel’s parliament. In the afternoon, explore Yad Vashem, a memorial complex including the Holocaust History Museum, the poignant Children’s Memorial, and the Avenue of the Righteous. The evening is at leisure. B, L

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

JERUSALEM / TIBERIAS Drive through the Galilee region to Tzefat (Safed), home of the Kabbalistic school of Isaac Luria in the 16th century. Continue to the mountainous Golan Heights, one of the most beautiful parts of the region. Conclude the day in historic Tiberias, built on the Sea of Galilee by Herod in honor of the emperor of the same name. Accommodations are at the Europa 1917 Hotel, noted for its excellent kosher restaurant. Gather this evening for a traditional Shabbat dinner at the hotel. B, D

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

TIBERIAS This morning drive to Nazareth, the childhood home of Jesus, which is inhabited by Christians and Muslims. A visit with the International Christian Committee in Israel (or similar) is arranged. After lunch depart for ancient Capernaum, where the disciples James, Simon, John, and Andrew lived, and where Jesus studied and preached. Visit the synagogue, now restored to its 4th-century beauty. Return to Tiberias, for dinner at the hotel. B, L, D

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

TIBERIAS / TEL AVIV Depart for Megiddo, which gave rise to the concept of Armageddon. Tour the ancient city and, time permitting, the museum located on the site. Enjoy a wine-tasting lunch at one of Israel’s vineyards before you discover the remains of

Herod’s great Roman port city of Caesarea, overlooking the Mediterranean. Continue along the coast to Tel Aviv, a vibrant city both culturally and politically. Accommodations for three nights are at the Carlton Hotel. Dinner is at leisure. You may wish to dine in one of the city’s many fine restaurants. B, L

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

TEL AVIV This morning is reserved for specially arranged meetings with local experts. You will also visit the Israel Museum at the Yitzhak Rabin Center, which traces the history of the State of Israel. Drive south to Ja!a for lunch and a tour of the Old Quarter, now home to art galleries and boutiques, and the Ajami neighborhood. This part of Ja!a was the subject of the 2009 film

Megiddo. Photo courtesy of Itamar Grinberg for the Israeli Ministry of Tourism

Golan Heights (top left), Basilica of the Annunciation, Nazareth (right), Port of Ja!a (bottom left)

Ajami, which explored life in the largely Arab neighborhood. The evening is at leisure. B, L

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

TEL AVIV Begin the day with a breakfast briefing and conversation with a political a!airs o"cer from the U.S. Embassy. Then tour the Jewish Diaspora Museum, which tells the story of Jewish people worldwide. Lunch and the afternoon are free. You may wish to join an optional tour of the UNESCO World Heritage “White City” area or explore the shops in the historic Neve Tzedek area. Gather for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. B, D

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

TEL AVIV / U.S.A.Depart for the airport and the flight home. D

LAND & RAIL

EXPLORING HAVANA, CUBAAPR 5–9, 2016

EXPERIENCE THE MASTERSAPR 9–12, 2016

CUBA IN-DEPTHAPR 22–MAY 2, 2016 JORGE DOMINGUEZ

VILLAGE LIFE IN DORDOGNEMAY 12–20, 2016 PATRICE HIGONNET

MOROCCAN DISCOVERYMAY 13–26, 2016 SUE WEAVER SCHOPF

INSIDE THE RUSSIAN SPACE PROGRAMMAY 24–JUN 1, 2016 CATHLEEN LEWIS

THE DESERT KINGDOMS OF PERUMAY 25–JUN 5, 2016 JEFFREY QUILTER

HIMALAYAN KINGDOMS: TIBET, NEPAL & BHUTANMAY 29–JUN 12, 2016 MARK VAN BAALEN

MONGOLIA: LAND OF THE BLUE SKYMAY 29–JUN 10, 2016 ANDREW BERRY

MOAB MULTI-SPORT ADVENTUREJUN 13–17, 2016

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA JUNE 22–JULY 2, 2016

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S AMERICAJUN 24–30, 2016

TANZANIA: EXPLORING THE CRADLE OF HUMANKINDJUL 16–30, 2016

SANTA FE: ART & LANDSCAPE IN THE CITY OF ENCHANTMENTJUL 27–31, 2016 JOHN STEWART

SILK ROAD ODYSSEY: THE FIVE ’STANSSEP 6–23, 2016

FIVE NIGHTS IN VIENNASEP 10–16, 2016 JOHN STEWART

THE HOLY LAND: ISRAEL & PALESTINESEP 18–28, 2016 PETER MACHINIST

CELEBRATING CERN & ITER: GENEVA & AIX-EN-PROVENCESEP 19–28, 2016

LEGENDARY TURKEY SEP 20–OCT 4, 2016 WERNER SOLLORS

COLOMBIA: BOGOTÁ & CARTAGENASEP 23–30, 2016 MARK VAN BAALEN

DISCOVERING EASTERN EUROPEOCT–17, 2016 HUNTINGTON LAMBERT

DISCOVER ETHIOPIAOCT 5–22, 2016

THAILAND, LAOS & CAMBODIAOCT 7–21, 2016 PETER BOL

INSIDER’S PATAGONIAOCT 8–23, 2016

MYSTICAL INDIAOCT 13–29, 2016

INSIDER’S ROMEOCT 19–27, 2016 HARVEY COX

CRUISES

DUTCH & FLEMISH LANDSCAPES ON AMAPRIMA APR 10–18, 2016 THOMAS FORREST KELLY

JAPAN BY SEA ON CALEDONIAN SKYAPR 20–MAY 3, 2016 HARVEY COX & NINA TUMARKIN

RIVIERAS & ISLANDS OF FRANCE, ITALY & SPAIN ON TERE MOANAMAY 6–14, 2016 LEO DAMROSCH & JOYCE VAN DYKE

JEWELS OF THE WESTERN MEDITTERANEAN: ROME TO MALAGA ON SEA CLOUD IIMAY 11–20, 2016 JAMES SIMPSON

SPAIN & PORTUGAL ON SEA CLOUDMAY 17–29, 2016 MICHAEL MCELROY

IN THE WAKE OF THE VIKINGS ON LE BORÉALJUN 8–16, 2016 DANIEL DONOGHUE

ADRIATIC SEA VOYAGE ON ISLAND SKYJUN 10–18, 2016 MICHAEL MCCORMICK

THE BALTIC’S AMBER COAST ON SEA CLOUD IIJUL 1–12, 2016 TIMOTHY J. COLTON

CASTLES & COLLECTIONS OF THE CELTIC ISLES ON SEA CLOUD IIJUL 22–AUG 2, 2016 CATHERINE MCKENNA

BLACK SEA ON ISLAND SKYSEP 25–OCT 6, 2016 DAVID AGUILAR

SPLENDORS OF SICILY ON SEA CLOUD IIOCT 14–23, 2016 WILLIAM GRANARA

TRADE ROUTES OF COASTAL IBERIA ON LE LYRICALOCT 25–NOV 2, 2016

FACES OF MELANESIA ON CALEDONIAN SKYNOV 17–DEC 3, 2016

RIVERS & LAKES

ELBE RIVER CRUISE: PRAGUE TO BERLIN ON SWISS RUBYAPR 26–MAY 6, 2016 ROBERT KIELY

WATERWAYS OF FRANCE ON THE AMADEUS FLEETMAY 29–JUN 9, 2016 SUSAN SULEIMAN

THE LOWER DANUBE: MEDIEVAL TO MODERN (VIENNA TO BUCHAREST) ON ROYAL CROWNJUN 10–21, 2016 MICHAEL SHINAGEL

WATERWAYS OF RUSSIA ON VOLGA DREAMJUN 15–25, 2016 CAROL SAIVETZ

SYMPHONY ON THE BLUE DANUBE ON AMADEUS SILVER IIJUL 13–24, 2016

PASSAGE OF LEWIS & CLARK ON AMERICAN EMPRESSAUG 13–21, 2016 CASTLE MCLAUGHLIN

FAMILY ADVENTURES & SPRING BREAK:

GREECE SPRING BREAK FOR STUDENTS & ALUMNIMAR 12–20, 2016 GREGORY NAGY

FAMILY GALÁPAGOS ON SANTA CRUZ IIJUL 19–26, 2016 WARREN ZAPOL

ROME & TUSCANY: A FAMILY ADVENTUREAUG 8–16, 2016

TANZANIA FAMILY SAFARIDEC 23, 2016–JAN 3, 2017

PROGRAM RATE PER PERSON $7,995. Single supplement $1,435. Rate includes: Nine nights accommodations, double occupancy as per the itinerary; buffet breakfast daily, six lunches, and five dinners with bottled water and coffee / tea; wine with welcome and farewell dinners; airport / hotel group transfers; sightseeing via deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach as per itinerary; entrances for all included visits; taxes, service charges, porterage and all gratuities; pre-departure material and reading list: $200,000 emergency medical assistance and evacuation insurance.

AIRFARE A suggested flight schedule will be offered. Passengers making individual flight arrangements can request private transfers. A $40 fee will be charged per ticket issued.

TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS Airfare; passport and visa fees; meals not specified; alcoholic beverages other than wine at welcome and farewell dinners; personal expenses; trip insurance; connecting domestic flights; transfers for guests not using suggested group air.

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS & FINAL PAYMENT To reserve your space on this program, a $1,500 deposit is required per person. Please either call us at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806, or fill out and mail or fax the registration form. Reservations are acknowledged in order of receipt until the maximum enrollment has been reached. Your final payment is due 120 days before departure and must be made by check.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS All cancellations must be made in writing to HAA Travels and are subject to a $350 nonrefundable administrative fee. Cancellations received between 120 and 91 days prior to departure will be charged a fee in the amount of 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days before departure, 50 percent; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds

are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason.

HEALTH ADVISORY This is an active program that involves extensive walking. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of HAA Travels and the tour operator. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfare, and currency exchange rates in effect at the time of brochure printing and are subject to change. While the tour operator will do everything possible to maintain the published trip price, it may be necessary to institute a surcharge.

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

RESPONSIBILITY Certain other provisions apply regarding limitations of liability and rights of HAA Travels and the tour operator. The statement of responsibility is available at alumni.harvard.edu/travel/trips/israel-palestine-2016. If you are not able to access the internet, please call HAA Travels at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806.

DISCLAIMER Every reasonable effort 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.

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