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IN SEARCH OF ALEXANDER THE GREAT: FOLLOWING ALEXANDERS STEPS IN THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN October 16 - 31, 2006 Aboard the All-Suite, 114-Guest Corinthian II

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IN SEARCH OFALEXANDER THE GREAT:

FOLLOWING ALEXANDER’S STEPS INTHE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN

October 16 - 31, 2006Aboard the All-Suite, 114-Guest Corinthian II

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Below: The ageless Pyramids and Sphinx at GizaFront Cover: A marble bust of Alexander the Great

Guest LecturersFrancesca Schironi is Assistant Professor in the Department of the Classics at Harvard University. Born and raised in Italy, shereceived her first degree in Classics at the University of Pavia in 1997 and her Ph.D. in 2002 from the Scuola NormaleSuperiore in Pisa. From October 2001 to June 2004 she was Junior Research Fellow at Somerville College, Oxford. In 2003-2004 she also served as lecturer at both Exeter College, Oxford, and at Reading University, and worked as a research assistantin the Oxyrhynchus Papyri Project. One of Francesca’s main research interests is ancient scholarship and literary criticism. Shehas published works on grammatical theory and exegesis in the Hellenistic and Imperial periods and an edition with commen-tary of the fragments on Aristarchus of Samothrace, the most famous grammarian working at Alexandria of Egypt in the 3rd-2nd centuries B.C. Francesca’s other main interest is papyrology, the study and editing of Greek papyri, which come mainly fromEgypt. In particular, she works on papyri from Oxyrhynchus, which are kept in Oxford and make up the richest and mostdiverse collection in the world. Another of Francesca’s interests is reception studies, especially of Greek drama, opera andRenaissance Italian theatre.

Corinne Ondine Pache teaches in the Department of Classics at Yale. She obtained her B.A. from Hunter College and herPh.D. from Harvard University. Her interests include Greek poetry, especially Homer and the Homeric Hymns, and Greek reli-gion and myth. She has published articles and books, including Baby and Children in Heroes in Ancient Greece (University ofIllinois, 2004). She is currently working on a new book on the topic of goddesses who fall in love with mortal men, and howthis theme plays out in Greek poetry and cult. “I look forward to following in Alexander’s footsteps,” she says, “and will enjoyrevisiting sites that are central to Greek history, literature and culture.”

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Dear Columbian,

Few figures in history loom so large as Alexander the Great. The young Macedonianking, tutored by Aristotle, set out in the 4th century B.C. to conquer the world—andmight well have done so, had malaria or poison not felled him in Babylon. In the courseof a mere twelve years, from 335 to 323 B.C., this military genius conquered the mightyPersian Empire and its possessions, stretching from the Mediterranean to the IndusRiver.

We are proud to invite you on an unprecedented travel-study voyage tracing the firstheady years of Alexander the Great’s conquest, following his route from Macedoniainto the ancient Asia Minor dominions of Mysia, Caria and Cilicia, and throughPhoenicia to Egypt and the great city he founded, Alexandria. Though more than2,300 years have elapsed since Philip II’s son mounted his legendary horse Bucephalus,many ruins and monuments remain from this dramatic period in ancient history; and,on our tour through the Turkish countryside and the Egyptian deserts, one can stillreadily imagine Alexander’s astoundingly massive, 35,000-strong army advancingthrough the fields.

Arriving in Thessaloniki, named after Alexander’s sister, visit Pella, the ancient citywhere Alexander was born. Continue to Macedonian Royal Tombs in Vergina, theancient Macedonian capital of Aigai, where Philip II lies buried. Then, embarking onthe five-star Corinthian II, and settling into one of its 57 luxurious suites, we set off forlegendary Troy. Throughout his campaigns, Alexander slept with a copy of the Iliadunderneath his pillow; here, he paid homage to Achilles before destroying the Persianarmies of Darius III.

The lightning-quick Macedonian advance down the coast of modern Turkey is the stuffof legend. We will concentrate on a couple of Alexander’s most coveted possessions,Ephesus, Xanthos and Perge, before turning toward the eastern Mediterranean coastwhere—according to Plutarch—he dispatched 110,000 of his Persian enemy at theBattle of Issus. Calling at Alexandretta (Iskenderun), the city founded to commemo-rate that victory, we visit fascinating Antioch, capital of the Seleucid Empire, the suc-cessor state to Alexander’s Persian territories.

In Egypt, we will replicate one of Alexander’s most famous adventures—his pilgrimage,through the trackless wastes of the desert, to the Temple of Amun at Siwa, where hewas confirmed as the son of Zeus by the temple’s oracle. Though dangerous and desti-tute of water, the way was made safe for the Macedonian soldiers by heavy rains and theguidance of ravens. We will also visit the great Pyramids and the ruins of Memphis, andin Alexandria, explore the great city founded by the 25-year-old Alexander in 332 B.C.

On our journey, we will be joined by alumni from Harvard and Yale universities, as wellas travelers from the United States Naval Academy. This is an epic voyage, filled withpossibilities for breathtaking sightseeing, fascinating conversations, and exciting histor-ical discovery. We are immensely pleased to be undertaking it aboard the 114-guest, all-suite Corinthian II, which features elegant accommodations, public areas perfect formeeting like-minded traveling companions, and impeccable service. We stronglyencourage you to place your reservation soon to avoid disappointment.

Sincerely,

Eric J. FurdaVice President for Alumni Relations

Telephone: 212-472-4365 or 866-3-ALUMNI (866-325-8664)E-mail: [email protected]

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Unique Highlights• Be a guest at a cocktail reception and

dinner in Thessaloniki at a palace former-ly owned by the Greek royal family.

• Visit the tomb of Philip II, the father ofAlexander the Great, and view the goldand other treasures found in this and otherroyal tombs.

• Enjoy a magnificent outdoor private dinner by the Library of Celsus in Ephesus(weather permitting).

• View the stunning collection of mosaics atAntioch’s (Antakya) ArchaeologicalMuseum.

• Explore the rarely-visited Siwa Oasis, withits oracular Temple of Amun and otherantiquities, visited by Alexander theGreat in 331 B.C.

• See the statues and other finds recoveredfrom the recent underwater excavations inAlexandria’s harbor. The excavationshave revealed ancient landmarks of thefabled city.

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ITINERARY

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Monday, October 16, 2006USADepart from the U.S. for Thessaloniki,Greece.

Tuesday, October 17THESSALONIKI, GREECEArrive in Thessaloniki, named after thesister of Alexander the Great, and trans-fer to the Electra Palace Hotel, ouraccommodations for two nights. Enjoy awelcome cocktail reception and dinnerthis evening at the former summerpalace of the Greek royal family. (D)

Wednesday, October 18THESSALONIKI | PELLA |VERGINAIn the morning, take an excursion toPella, capital of Macedonia in the 4thcentury B.C. and Alexander’s birthplace.Tour the site, including the Agora, theSanctuary of Aphrodite and Cybele, andseveral of the houses, which boast out-standing pebble mosaics. Also tour theMuseum, exhibiting finds from the site,including several pebble mosaic floors.Then drive to Vergina, where the exca-vated palace and tombs of Philip II(Alexander’s father) are located. Visitthe excavations and see the Macedonianburial mounds which dot the plain—oneof which was confirmed as the tomb ofPhilip. Also tour the ArchaeologicalMuseum, featuring many of the treasuresrecovered from the tomb. (B, L)

Thursday, October 19THESSALONIKI | EMBARKEnjoy time at leisure in the morningfollowed by an afternoon tour of sever-al of the city’s ancient churches, includ-ing the 5th-century Church of HagiaSophia and St. Dimitrios, Greece’slargest church, which preserves thetomb of the martyred patron saint ofThessaloniki. Visit the ArchaeologicalMuseum, where more artifacts from theroyal tombs of Vergina are on display.Later, transfer to the harbor to embarkon Corinthian II and set sail. (B, L, D)

Friday, October 20CANAKKALE | TROY, TURKEYArrive in Canakkale, a port townguarding the entrance to theDardanelles—the narrow waterwaythat separates Europe from Asia—for

an excursion to the famed archaeolog-ical site of Troy. In the spring of 334B.C. Alexander crossed theDardanelles (the ancient Hellespont)with an army of 35,000. They stoppedat Troy to offer sacrifices at the Templeof Athena and at the place whereAchilles was buried. They later defeat-ed the Persians at the nearby Battle ofGranicus, which solidified Alexander’shold over Asia Minor. (B, L, D)

Saturday, October 21KUSADASI | MILETUS | EPHESUSFrom the seaside town of Kusadasi,visit Miletus, renowned in ancienttimes as a center of trade, science, andphilosophy. Under Persian rule in the4th century B.C., Alexander liberatedthe city as well as the other GreekIonian cities during his campaignsouth. The most striking ruin is thegreat Roman theater, built to accom-modate 15,000 spectators. Continueto the great ancient city of Ephesus,one of the most important sites in thehistory of the ancient world. Ephesuscontains extensive ruins from theHellenistic, Roman, and Byzantineperiods. Visit the large theater; theLibrary of Celsus; the Temple ofSerapis; and the Byzantine Basilica ofSt. John, built in the 6th century bythe Emperor Justinian over theApostle’s tomb. In the evening, enjoya private dinner by the famed Library.(B, L, D)

Sunday, October 22FETHIYE | XANTHOSTravel through the stunning turquoisewaters of Fethiye Bay to call atFethiye. From here, travel to Xanthos,ancient Lycia’s prominent capital city,

THESSALONIKIVergina

Pella

Athens

CanakkaleTroy

MiletusEphesusKusadasi

Antalya

FethiyeXanthos

Antioch

Alexandria

Siwa Oasis

PIRAEUS

MemphisSaqqara

Giza Cairo

Port Said

Iskenderun

Perge Aspendos

AlanyaSide

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Pella, the ancient Macedonian capital

Hunt mosaic from Pella

built on a great cliff overlooking theXanthos River and out to the sea,Xanthos boasts several significant ruins,including the Nereid Monument, anexquisite Ionic building. Also see theacropolis, the theater, and the unusualpillar tombs, sarcophagi mounted on tallplatforms. (B, L, D)

Monday, October 23ANTALYA | PERGE | ASPENDOS Arrive in Antalya, for an excursion toPerge, a Greek city that welcomedAlexander in 333 B.C. According to tra-dition, Greek settlers founded Perge fol-lowing the Trojan War, and the citygained importance during the RomanEmpire. The city’s Hellenistic ruinsinclude its great stadium; the colonnad-ed and marble main street, which stillbears the ruts of wagon wheels; and thetheater, decorated with sculptures ofscenes from the life of Dionysus, the godof wine and revelry. Continue toAspendos, which Alexander occupiedalso in 333 B.C., the highlight of whichis the grand 20,000-seat theater com-missioned by Marcus Aurelius in the2nd century A.D. Also, visit Antalya’sArchaeological Museum. (B, L, D)

Tuesday, October 24ALANYA | SIDEFrom the resort town of Alanya, formerstronghold of the Seljuks in the 12thcentury, travel to one of Turkey’s mostfamous ancient sites—Side. Situated ona narrow peninsula, Side was a leadingEastern Mediterranean port until the7th century when it came under thecontrol of invading Arabs. See theancient city’s magnificent theater, builton colonnaded arches; the Temple ofApollo; and the extensive Roman baths,which house one of Turkey’s finestarchaeological collections. (B, L, D)

Wednesday, October 25ISKENDERUN | ANTIOCHCorinthian II calls this morning atIskenderun (formerly Alexandretta),founded by Alexander to celebrate hisvictory over Darius III at Issus in 333 B.C.Travel to Antioch, one of the great citiesof antiquity founded by Selecus I around301 B.C. and the capital of the Seleuciddynasty of Syria. The Romans laterdefeated the Syrians and many of theruins still in existence date from the timeof Roman rule. Tour the site and visit theArchaeological Museum. (B, L, D)

Thursday, October 26AT SEA (B, L, D)

Friday, October 27PORT SAID | MEMPHIS &SAQQARA OR GIZA & CAIRO |SIWA OASIS, EGYPTThis morning, Corinthian II enters PortSaid, located at the entrance to the SuezCanal. From here, there will be a choiceof two full-day excursions. Travel to theancient capital of Memphis, whereAlexander was declared a Pharaoh, andvisit Saqqara, a vast burial ground domi-nated by the Step Pyramid of Zoser.Alternatively, visit Giza, site of thePyramids of Cheops and Chephren, builtbetween 2600 and 2530 B.C., and themysterious Sphinx. Then drive to Cairoto explore the Egyptian Museum. Laterin the evening, rejoin your fellow travel-ers for a chartered group flight fromCairo to Siwa. Overnight at the SiwaParadise Hotel. (B, L, D)

Saturday, October 28SIWA OASIS | ALEXANDRIA Awaken today in the famed Siwa Oasis,site of the oracular Temple of Amun. In331 B.C., Alexander made a pilgrimage tothe temple, whose oracle confirmed hisdivinity as the son of Amun, an ancientEgyptian god whom the Greeks identi-fied with Zeus. Enjoy a full day to explorethe Oasis, including a visit to the Templeof Amun, located in the old town ofAghurmi, as well as other ancient ruins.Some archaeologists believe that a largetomb recently discovered in the area maybe that of Alexander. In the evening, flyto Alexandria, and reboard Corinthian II.(B, L, D)

Sunday, October 29 ALEXANDRIAFounded by Alexander in 332 B.C.,

Alexandria was the capital of Egypt foralmost a thousand years. Little evidenceremains of the city’s illustrious past asthe center of the Hellenistic world—thePharos lighthouse, one of the SevenWonders of the World, and the originalBibliotheca Alexandrina, succumbed tothe ravages of time. Recently, the cityinvested a sizeable sum in the construc-tion of a new Bibliotheca Alexandrinato rival the old. Billed as a “center forlearning, tolerance, dialogue and under-standing,” the library’s present-dayincarnation is a sight to behold andhouses several museums, a planetarium,and an exploratorium, in addition tovarious libraries. In addition to visitingthis monument, tour Alexandria’sancient ruins, including the site of thefamous Pharos lighthouse and thePtolemaic theater. Also visit theNational Museum. (B, L, D)

Monday, October 30AT SEA (B, L, D)

Tuesday, October 31PIRAEUS | ATHENS, GREECE | DISEMBARK | USADisembark in Piraeus and transfer to theairport for return flights to the U.S. (B)

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Corinthian II

Sun Deck with Jacuzzi

Spacious SuitesThe five-star deluxe Corinthian II is anall-suite mega-yacht accommodating nomore than 114 guests. Originally builtin Italy in 1992, Corinthian II was refur-bished and redecorated in 2005 specifi-cally to create an atmosphere of effort-less elegance and easy conviviality. All57 outside-facing suites are a minimumof 225 square feet, appointed in richwood tones with two twin-size or onequeen-size bed, sitting area, TV, mini-refrigerator, safe, and a marble-appoint-ed bathroom with fine toiletries. Severalsuites include private balconies accessi-ble via sliding-glass doors. Fresh flowersand a bowl of fruit provide a bright andcomforting touch in each guest’s suite.

Fine DiningSuperb Continental cuisine is createdby Corinthian II’s European chefs andserved either in the stately restaurant oral fresco on the wide sun deck, which isspecially equipped for outdoor dining

service. Select regional wines are compli-mentary with lunch and dinner. Freshingredients are chosen locally at manyports of call. All meals are served at one,unassigned seating; varied seatingarrangements assure comfort for all.Corinthian II’s widely praised serviceequals that of the finest restaurants.

Effortless Elegance Each Day and NightReturning from excursions, enjoy compli-mentary refreshments, afternoon tea, andall-day coffee in The Club, a civilizedspace for relaxation with panoramic windows. Before or after dinner, savor a cocktail while the ship’s pianist playsarrangements ranging from jazz to classical to contemporary. Corinthian IIalso features a library, Internet center,beauty salon, gym, elevator serving alldecks, and a wraparound sun deck withjacuzzi. The 70 European officers andcrew ensure an atmosphere akin to a private club for the length of your voyage.

The ideal combination of cruise ship grandeur and small-ship intimacy

PROGRAM INCLUSIONS

• Twelve-night cruise aboard the 114-guestyacht Corinthian II

• Two nights in Thessaloniki at the ElectraPalace Hotel and one night in Siwa at theSiwa Paradise Hotel

• Group flights from Cairo to Siwa and fromSiwa to Alexandria

• All meals aboard ship including breakfast,lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner

• Complimentary house wine, beer, and softdrinks with lunch and dinner aboard ship

• Welcome and farewell receptions aboardship, hosted by the captain

• Complete program of tours and excursions as described in the itinerary

• Educational program of lectures and discussions by accompanying guest lecturers

• Professional Travel DynamicsInternational tour staff

• Transfers and baggage handling abroad onthe designated program departure and arrival dates

• Complete pre-departure materials includ-ing destination information, travel portfo-lio, document wallet, and name tag

• Port dues and embarkation taxes

• Gratuities to porters, guides, and drivers

NOT INCLUDED: Airfare (except theCairo to Siwa and Siwa to Alexandria flightsas noted above); visas; passports; luggage andtrip cancellation insurance; meals, soft drinks,and alcoholic beverages other than those spec-ified above; personal expenses such as laundry,telephone calls, faxes, and e-mail service; andgratuities to shipboard personnel

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MAIN SPECIFICATIONSOverall Length: 297 feet | Beam: 50 feet | Draft: 12 feet |Gross Tonnage: 4,200 | Flag: Malta | Suites: 57

Category B Suite

The Club

CRUISE AND LAND RATES |

Explorer Deck

Erickson Deck

Columbus Deck

Marco Polo Deck

Magellan Deck

603 601

602604

Sun Deck

427

428 426 424 422 420 418 416 414

425 423 421 419 417 415

The Club

Gym

Gym

Beauty Salon

Library

333335 331 329

330332336 334338340342344346348

347 345 343 341 339

Reception

Hospital

Lounge

Restaurant

261 259 257 255

262 260 258 256 254 252 250

Bridge

OutdoorCafé

Jacuzzi

511 507 505509

512 510 508 506

DECK PLANper person, double occupancy

All accommodations aboard Corinthian II are suites. They face outside, afford-ing sea views, and several have balconies with sliding doors. All suites include a bedroom with twin or queen-size beds, sitting area, ample closet space, mini-refrigerator, TV, marble-appointed bathroom with shower, and other amenities.

RateCategory Description

E

B

A

AA

Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 250 - 252

Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 329 - 332

Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with forward and side windows and sitting area. 265 sq. ft. Suites 414 - 415

Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 416 - 428

D

VS

PHS Deluxe Penthouse Suites on Explorer Deck with private balconyand sitting area. 400 sq. ft. (including balcony) Suites 601 - 604

Deluxe Veranda Suites on Erickson Deck with private balconyand sitting area. 300 sq. ft. (including balcony) Suites 505 - 512

Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 333 - 348

Library

Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 254 - 262C

AIRFARE: Airfare (except for the Cairo to Siwa and Siwa to Alexandriaflights) is not included in the cost of the program. Please contact ValerieWilson Travel, Inc., the agency handling the air arrangements for this pro-gram, for competitive airfares to Thessaloniki, Greece, returning fromAthens, Greece, in your selected class of service. To reach VWTI, kindlycall toll-free 877-711-9896 or 212-592-1340 for air reservations and tick-eting information, and please have your program tour code (6429) handyfor reference.

$8,995

$9,595

$10,995

$11,795

$12,995

$15,595

$14,595

$10,195

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: A limited number of cabins have been desig-nated for single travelers in Categories D - A at a supplement of $2,695 tothe per person, double occupancy rates. Singles in Categories AA - PHSare available at double the per person, double occupancy rates.

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General InformationPayment Schedule: A deposit of $1,000 per person is required to reserve yourspace on the tour. For your convenience, you may charge your deposit to yourAmerican Express, Visa, Discover, or MasterCard. Final payment is due 90days prior to departure. Credit cards are not accepted for final payment.However, personal checks are accepted for both deposits and final payment.Cancellations & Refunds: All cancellations of confirmed reservations aresubject to a $300 per person administrative fee. Additionally, passengers aresubject to any cancellation fees assessed by the purveyors of services, includ-ing airlines or hotels used in the itinerary. Cancellations received 61-90 daysprior to departure will be assessed a penalty equal to 50% of the total programcost per person. Cancellations received within 60 days of departure are sub-ject to 100% cancellation penalties. Requests for cancellations must be madein writing. No refunds will be made for any part of this program in which youchoose not to participate. Service fees may apply to deviations and are non-refundable.Insurance: We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insur-ance through a company of your choice. Baggage insurance is also recom-mended. In the event that you must cancel your participation in a travel pro-gram, trip cancellation insurance may be the only source of reimbursement.Further information will be sent upon registration.Itinerary: The itinerary, accommodations, and arrangements are subject tochange at the discretion of Travel Dynamics International.Responsibility: Please read carefully the following terms and conditions,which constitute the sole, legally enforceable agreements between the pas-senger and Columbia University, its agent, TSS LLC, and operator, TravelDynamics International. The passenger is also advised to review his/her sep-arate ticket passage contract with the vessel’s owner/operator, which will con-stitute the sole, legally enforceable terms of carriage for this tour and is avail-able on request from Travel Dynamics International. Columbia University,its agent TSS LLC, and operator, Travel Dynamics International act solely asagents for the passenger with respect to all transportation, hotel and othertour arrangements. In that capacity, we exercise all reasonable care possibleto ensure the passenger’s safety and satisfaction, but, we neither assume norbear any responsibility or liability for any injury, death, damage, loss, acci-dent, delay or irregularity arising in connection with the services of any ship,airplane, train, automobile, motor coach, carriage or other conveyance, orthe actions of any third-party, involved in carrying the passenger or in affect-ing these tours. We, Columbia University, our agent TSS LLC, and operator,Travel Dynamics International are not responsible for damages, additionalexpenses, or any other losses due to cancellation, delay or other changes inair or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, civil disturbances, acts orthreats of terrorism, travel warnings or bans, termination or suspension of warrisks or other carrier insurance, quarantine, acts of God or other causesbeyond our control. All such losses must be borne by the passenger, and tourrates provide for arrangements only for the time stated. In the event of can-cellation, delay or rescheduling mandated by any of the aforesaid causesbeyond our control, the passenger shall have the option of accepting in lieuof the original tour such rescheduled tour or other substituted tour(s) as maybe offered by us, or else, receiving a refund of as much of such advance tourexpenditures as we are able to recover on the passenger’s behalf from carriers,third-party tour vendors, etc., but, we shall not have any obligation or liabil-ity to the passenger beyond the foregoing. We reserve the right to make alter-ations to the tour’s itinerary and to substitute hotels, ships, or lecturers if thisis required. We reserve the right to cancel, delay, or reschedule any tour priorto departure, and, so long as this is not due to any of the aforesaid causesbeyond our control, the passenger shall be entitled to a full refund of allmonies paid to that point if he/she so desires. No refund shall be made for anyunused portion of any tour. By forwarding their deposit(s), the passenger cer-tifies that he/she and/or their dependents, minors or others covered therebydo not have any mental, physical or other condition of disability that couldcreate a hazard for them or other passengers. We reserve the right to declineto accept or to decline to retain any person as a member of any tour shouldsuch person’s health, condition or actions adversely affect or threaten thewelfare or safety of other passengers or impede the tour. Baggage or valuablesbrought on the tour shall be transported, handled or stored at the passenger’srisk entirely, and, we shall bear no liability or responsibility for any damage orother loss thereto. Resolution of any disputes arising hereunder shall beaffected exclusively in the state or federal courts presiding in the City of NewYork, pursuant to applicable New York law. We cannot guarantee the size ofthe Columbia Alumni Travel Study group. We reserve the right to cancel orsubstitute lecturers.Rates: Tour costs are based upon current airfares, tariffs, and currency values.While we do everything possible to maintain the listed prices, they are subjectto change. Due to fluctuations in fuel costs, a fuel surcharge may be levied.Ship’s Registry: Malta CST # 2043599-40 TDI

An Honest Discussion About Fuel CostsIn the uncertain, often volatile oil market of late, it is difficult—ifnot impossible—to predict fuel costs over the long term, and, morespecifically, at the time of operation of this voyage. Our prices arebased upon the prevailing fuel rates at the time of brochure printing(usually nine months before departure). While we will do everythingpossible to maintain our prices, if the fuel rates increase significant-ly, it may be necessary to institute a fuel surcharge. If one is neces-sary, the total surcharge for your voyage will not exceed $180 perperson. Thank you for your understanding.

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The magnificent theater of Aspendos

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