HARVARD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION2013 WORLDWIDE TRAVEL PROGRAM

THE RISE & FALL OFTHE ROMANOV DYNASTYMoscow, Yekaterinburg, St. Petersburg & the Golden EagleMay 2 to 14, 2013

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THE RISE & FALL OF THE ROMANOV DYNASTYMoscow, Yekaterinburg, St. Petersburg & the Golden EagleMay 2 to 14, 2013 (11 days / 10 nights)

The fountains at Peterhof.

On the front cover: Church of the Savior on the Spilled Blood, St. Petersburg, photo by Edmund Nigel Gall.

THE GLAMOROUS AND ILL-FATED ROMANOV DYNASTY IS THE FOCUS OF THIS

EXCEPTIONAL RUSSIAN JOURNEY. BEGIN IN MOSCOW AND SEE THE ICONIC

SIGHTS OF RED SQUARE ON A WALKING TOUR. BEFORE PUBLIC HOURS AT

THE KREMLIN, VISIT THE ARMORY MUSEUM WITH ITS TSARIST TREASURES

and Romanov jewels; then view the frescoed interiors of the cathedrals. By special

arrangement, enter the Grand Kremlin Palace. Board the luxurious Golden Eagle

train and awaken in Russia’s “Third Capital,” Kazan, where you will see its eclectic

kremlin. Continue on your rail journey to Yekaterinburg, where the tragic end to

the Romanov family will be illuminated. Fly to St. Petersburg for four nights in this

beautiful city of canals. View the astounding art at Hermitage after hours. Travel to

Tsar’s Village to enter Alexander Palace, the last home of Nicholas II, and Catherine’s

Palace, with its Amber Room. See the fountains of Peterhof, the Russian Versailles,

and enjoy a farewell dinner at Stroganoff Palace. Evening performances at the fabled

Bolshoi and Mariinsky Theaters add to the pleasures of this program.

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WHY TRAVEL WITH HAA?

• Expert Harvard faculty and study leaders

• Over 80 destinations on all seven continents

• Choice of Land & Rail; Cruises; Rivers & Lakes; and Family Adventures

• Travel with fellow HAA alums

• Local culture, history, and cuisine at every stop

• Friendships that last beyond your trip

HARVARD STUDY LEADER

As this brochure goes to print, we have not yet confirmed the

faculty study leader for this program. We intend, however,

that you will be joined by a Harvard lecturer who will enhance

your travel experience. You will discover that our lecturers

are not only first-rate scholars and teachers but also friendly

traveling companions, eager to share their insights through

conversation as well as in scheduled presentations.

Frescoes at the Cathedral of the Assumption, the Kremlin, Moscow (above) and the Hermitage, St. Petersburg (below).

HIGHLIGHTS• Educational program featuring

a Harvard study leader

• In Moscow, visit the treasures

of the Kremlin

• See places significant in the

history of the Romanov dynasty

• Two-night train journey

aboard the Golden Eagle

Trans-Siberian Express

• Architectural tour of Kazan,

Russia’s “Third Capital”

• Two days in Yekaterinburg

where the last Romanovs

met their tragic end

• Visit the Hermitage when it

is closed to the public

• Enjoy performances at the

legendary Bolshoi and

MariinskyTheaters

• A farewell dinner at one of

St. Petersburg’s finest

restaurants in the former

palace of Count Stragonoff.

THURSDAY, MAY 2

U.S.A.Depart on an overnight flight to Moscow.

FRIDAY, MAY 3

MOSCOWUpon arrival in Moscow, transfer to the deluxe Ritz-Carlton in the historic center overlooking the golden cupolas and red-brick towers of the Kremlin. A late afternoon walking tour of nearby Red Square will introduce you to St. Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin’s Tomb, and the GUM department store. Gather this evening for a welcome reception and dinner at the hotel.

SUNDAY, MAY 5

MOSCOWFollowing a morning lecture, visit the Romanov Chambers located in the historic district of Zaryadye. One of Moscow’s first museums, the palace illustrates the domestic life of the Romanov nobles and is the birthplace of Mikhail, the first Romanov tsar. After lunch, continue to the Old Tretyakov Gallery, which displays an extraordinary collection of Russian art, ranging from 12th-century icons to 20th-century paintings. Step into the adjacent St. Nicholas Church to view its famed “Lady of Vladimir” icon, and enjoy a private performance of choral music. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon. The evening is at leisure.

MONDAY, MAY 6

MOSCOW / GOLDEN EAGLEThis morning is unscheduled. You may wish to enjoy the amenities of the hotel or return to Red Square to see Lenin’s Tomb or stroll through GUM. After checking out of the hotel, explore the famous Metro on a guided tour, with stops at some of the most celebrated stations. Continue to the Novodevichy Convent and Cemetery, the resting place of many of Russia’s most famous artists, writers, and politicians. Then board the luxurious Golden Eagle train for a two-night journey. Dinner is served in the beautifully appointed restaurant cars.

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Icon at the Old Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow.

Kul-Sharif Mosque, Kazan.

Red Square at night (from left: GUM, St. Basil’s, the Watch Tower, and the Kremlin).

TUESDAY, MAY 7

KAZANAwake in Kazan, Russia’s “Third Capital.” Founded in the 11th century, it is one of Russia’s oldest centers of culture, science, and trade. An architectural tour introduces you to Kazan’s enormous and eclectic kremlin, including the Kul-Sharif Mosque, one of the largest in Europe, and the 16th-century Annunciation Cathedral. Enjoy tea with faculty and students of Kazan University, followed by a Tatar folkoric group concert. Rejoin the Golden Eagle in time for a late lunch. As the train travels east to Yekaterinburg, relax in the lounge and watch the passing scenery. Dine with fellow travelers tonight in the elegant dining car.

SATURDAY, MAY 4

MOSCOWToday is devoted to the Kremlin. Begin with a before-hours tour of the Armory Museum, displaying tsarist thrones and coaches. At the Diamond Fund, see the most spectacular of the Romanov jewels. After a traditional lunch, view the frescoes at the 15th-century Assumption and Annunciation Cathedrals. By special arrangement, enter the Grand Kremlin Palace, with its magnificent reception halls of St. George, St. Vladimir, and St. Andrew (pending the Kremlin’s schedule of events). Continue to Terem Palace to see the living quarters of Ivan the Terrible. This evening, attend a ballet or opera at the Bolshoi Theater, newly restored. Dinner is at leisure.

Ganina Yama.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8

YEKATERINBURGArrive in Yekaterinburg this morning and disembark the Golden Eagle. An orientation tour of this city, which borders Europe and Asia, begins at the historic square and continues to the vibrant theater district. Yekaterinburg is the birthplace of Boris Yeltsin, the first Russian President, and you will also see sights connected with him. Check in to the Hyatt Regency, your home for the next two nights. Following lunch, visit the city’s borderline, decorated with semi-precious stones from the Ural mountains. Dinner features regional Ural cuisine.

THURSDAY, MAY 9

YEKATERINBURGThe morning is dedicated to the final days Tsar Nicholas and his family. Begin at Russian Orthodox Church on the Spilled Blood in Honor of All Saints, recently built to commemorate that tragic event and dedicated to the last tsar’s family. Below the main sanctuary is the memorial museum, whose cellar is the site of their execution in 1918. Drive to the outskirts of the city to visit Ganina Yama, where the remains of the royal family were discovered in 1991.

At lunch, meet with an anthro-pologist who participated in the excavation and recovery work here. Visit Yekaterinburg’s art museum to see Kasli moulding (cast-iron sculpture) and the history museum to view the Shigir Idol, the oldest known wooden sculpture in the world. Dinner is at leisure.

FRIDAY, MAY 10

YEKATERINBURG / ST. PETERSBURGFly to St. Petersburg this morning. Upon arrival, transfer to the Grand Hotel Europe in the city center. In the late afternoon, enjoy a canal cruise past magnificent palaces and under historic bridges. Dinner is at the hotel.

SATURDAY, MAY 11

ST. PETERSBURGAt breakfast, historian Dr. Zoya Belyakova presents a lecture on the Romanov Dynasty. Travel to an island in the Neva River to see the Peter and Paul fortress and cathedral. Topped by an angel cupola, the cathedral is the resting place of Peter the Great and subsequent tsars. The remains of Nicholas II and his family were placed here on the 80th anniversary of their deaths. Continue to the gold-domed St. Isaac’s Cathedral to view its elaborate interior, decorated with intricate mosaic icons. After lunch, the afternoon is at leisure. This evening, you are invited for an after-hours visit to the Hermitage with its astounding collections. A highlight is the French Impressionist works. Dine together at an elegant restaurant.

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SUNDAY, MAY 12

ST. PETERSBURGDrive to Peterhof, built by Peter the Great to revival Versailles. See the Grand Palace and admire the Grand Cascade, a series of bronze sculptures and fountains. Then visit the Cottage Palace, a favorite residence of Nicholas I. Continue to Mon Plaisir Palace or try to outsmart the trick fountains of the lower gardens. Return to St. Petersburg by hydrofoil. Following lunch, the balance of the afternoon is at leisure. Attend a performance this evening at the world- renowned Mariinsky Theater.

MONDAY, MAY 13

ST. PETERSBURGTravel to “Tsar’s Village” for a morning visit to Alexander Palace, famous for being the last home of Tsar Nicholas II. At the baroque Catherine Palace, see the exquisite Amber Room; the original treasure was lost in World War II and it has been painstakingly reconstructed based on black-and-white photos. Then stroll in the formal gardens. Lunch with entertainment is at lively Podvorye in a log house. Upon returning to St. Petersburg, the remainder of the afternoon is unscheduled. Celebrate this memorable trip with a festive farewell dinner at Russian Empire, one of the city’s finest restaurants and located in the former palace of Count Stroganoff.

TUESDAY, MAY 14

ST. PETERSBURG / U.S.A.Transfer to the airport this morning for the flights home.

LAND / RAIL / AIR RATE $13,995 per person, double occupancy; single supplement $4,995.

TOUR COST INCLUSIONS Three nights at the Ritz Carlton, Moscow; two nights cabin accommodations aboard Golden Eagle; two nights at the Hyatt Regency in Yekaterinburg; four nights at the Grand Hotel Europe, St. Petersburg; breakfast daily, eight lunches, seven dinners, wine with dinners; welcome and farewell reception; evening performance in Moscow; evening performance in St. Petersburg; internal airfare Yekaterinburg to St. Petersburg; enrichment program of lectures and special events; escorted sightseeing by motor-coach; entrance fees for visits; airport / hotel / train group transfers and porterage; taxes; port and service charges; gratuities to guides and drivers; $50,000 emergency medical assistance and evacuation insurance.

TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS Airfare; passport and visa fees; customary train gratuities; alcoholic beverages other than wine at dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on group flights; excess baggage; trip insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS & FINAL PAYMENT To reserve your space on this program, a $2,500 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 prior to 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 non-refundable 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.

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 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 http://alumni.harvard.edu/travel/trips/russia-romanovs-2013. 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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THE GOLDEN EAGLE TRANS-SIBERIAN EXPRESS

Journey in comfort from Moscow to Kazan and Yekatinerburg in the Ural Mountains aboard the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express. Sleeping cars feature private en-suite bathrooms and individually controlled air conditioning. Dine on traditional Russian specialties and savor fine wines in the beautifully appointed restaurant car. Relax and chat with friends in the opulent bar car, where a pianist plays for your listening pleasure. A doctor accompanies the journey, and a service attendant is available around the clock.

Clockwise from top left: Golden Eagle in Moscow, the dining room, the lounge, and a gold-class cabin.

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LAND & RAIL:

MYSTICAL INDIAJAN 3 – 20, 2013SUE SCHOPF

EXPLORING MYANMARFEB 22 – MAR 7, 2013

ARGENTINA: BUENOS AIRES, MENDOZA & THE LAKE DISTRICTMAR 12 – 23, 2013DIANA SORENSEN

BOTSWANA, ZAMBIA & ZIMBABWE APR 14 – 27, 2013 JONATHAN LOSOS

THE BEST OF BOTSWANA: HARVARD UNIVERSITY ACCESSIBLE PROGRAM APR 19 – MAY 5, 2013

MOROCCAN DISCOVERY MAY 11 – 24, 2013 CHARLES COGAN

KAZAKHSTAN, KYRGYZSTAN, UZBEKISTAN, TAJIKISTAN, TURKMENISTAN MAY 25 – JUN 12, 2013 LAURA ADAMS

HIMALAYAN KINGDOMS MAY 31 – JUN 14, 2013

MONGOLIA JUN 1 – 14, 2013 MARK ELLIOTT

THE BALKANS UNVEILED JUN 4 – 19, 2013 DAVID ELMER

EXPLORING ICELAND JUN 8 – 18, 2013

TANZANIA SAFARI & RWANDA GORILLA TREKKING JUN 11 – 27, 2013 DANIEL LIEBERMAN

LEWIS & CLARK IN MONTANA & IDAHOJUN 26 – JUL 3, 2013MARY MALLOY & CASTLE MCLAUGHLIN

ALASKA JUL 27 – AUG 3, 2013 MICHAEL MCELROY

SRI LANKAAUG 7 – 24, 2013ANNE MONIUS

SWEDEN, DENMARK & NORWAY AUG 11 – 24, 2013 STEPHEN MITCHELL

ICELAND: FIVE-DAY SEP 13 – 17, 2013 DAVID AGUILAR

LEGENDARY TURKEY OCT 5 – 19, 2013 MARTIN PUCHNER

ISRAEL OCT 13 – 24, 2013 SUSAN KAHN

AN INSIDER’S ROMEOCT 25 – NOV 2, 2013

VIETNAM & CAMBODIA WITH THE MEKONG RIVER OCT 16 – NOV 1, 2013

CRUISES:

CARIBBEAN: ROUND-TRIP ANTIGUA ON SEA CLOUD II JAN 13 – 20, 2013

JOYCE CHAPLIN & DAVID ARMITAGE

BRUNEI TO BALI ON CLIPPER ODYSSEY FEB 11 – 27, 2013MARK VAN BAALEN

AFRICA GRAND VOYAGE FROM CAPE TOWN TO CASABLANCA ON CORINTHIAN FEB 17 – MAR 24, 2013

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALANDFEB 24 – MAR 10, 2013JOCK PHILIPS

THE NETHERLANDS & BELGIUM ON ALMALYRA APR 13 – 23, 2013ROBERT KIELY

PAPUA NEW GUINEA, YAP & PALAU ON CLIPPER ODYSSEY APR 16 – MAY 2, 2013 SCOTT EDWARDS

UNDISCOVERED LANDSCAPES & ANCIENT CITIES OF THE MEDITERRANEAN ON CORINTHIAN APR 20 – 30, 2013ROGER OWEN

REMEMBERING THE CIVIL WAR, A VOYAGE BETWEEN SAVANNAH & RICHMOND ON YORKTOWN MAY 5 – 15, 2013 AMANDA CLAYBAUGH

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

KOREA & JAPAN ON CLIPPER ODYSSEY MAY 13 – 26, 2013THEODORE & VICTORIA BESTOR

TREASURES OF CATALONIA: ROUSILLON, LANGUEDOC & PROVENCE ON CORINTHIAN MAY 23 – JUN 2, 2013PATRICE HIGONNET

SPAIN & PORTUGAL ON SEA CLOUD II JUN 2 – 14, 2013VERENA & TOM CONLEY

CROATIA’S IDYLLIC ISLANDS & DALMATIAN COAST ON CORINTHIAN JUN 19 – 27, 2013PETER GALBRAITH

SICILY BY SEA ON SEA CLOUD II SEP 21 – 29, 2013

RIVERS & LAKES:

TREASURES OF THE MISSISSIPPI & GULF COAST ON YORKTOWN MAR 29 – APR 8, 2013

GREAT LAKES GRAND DISCOVERY ON YORKTOWN JUL 29 – AUG 8, 2013

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

INDIA’S HOLY RIVER GANGES ON BENGAL GANGADEC 30, 2013 – JAN 17, 2014 DIANA ECK

FAMILY ADVENTURES:

FAMILY TANZANIA SAFARI DEC 26, 2012 – JAN 7, 2013 KAREN KRAMER

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

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

FAMILY TURKEY JUN 22 – JUL 4, 2013 JOHN “JAY” ELLISON

A CHINA FAMILY TOURJUN 26 – JUL7, 2013EREZ MANELA

SPORTS EVENTS:

THE MASTERS GOLF TOURNAMENT APR 10 – 13, 2013

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

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