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2020
HARVARD ALUMNI TRAVELS
DISCOVER • LEARN • CONNECT • EXPLORE
ADRIATIC ODYSSEY
Venice to Catania Aboard Sea Cloud II
With Harvard Study Leader Lino Pertile
October 4–12, 2020
Study Leaders
Kotor, photo by Federica Gentile (above). Front cover image: Dubrovnik, photo by
Kenneth Lee. Back cover image: Dubrovnik, photo by Kenneth Lee. Study Leader
Lino Pertile is Carl A.
The Adriatic’s gorgeous coastlines have been home
Pescosolido Research
to ancient Greeks and Romans as well as Byzantines and Professor of Romance
Venetians. Embark Sea Cloud II to uncover a remarkable Languages and Literatures,
confluence of historic cultures. Under the billowing sails of Emeritus, former Master
this luxurious three-masted ship, travel to timeless towns and of Eliot House (2000-
archaeological sites in Italy, Croatia, and fascinating but little- 2010), former Paul E. Geier Director
visited Montenegro and Albania. of Villa I Tatti, The Harvard University
Center for Italian Renaissance Studies,
Starting in the lustrous canals of Venice, journey to Ravenna, Florence (2010-2015), and member of the
former capital of the Western Roman Empire, to marvel at the Accademia dei Lincei, Rome.
5th- and 6th-century mosaics of its early Christian churches
A graduate of the University of Padua
and the elegant Mausoleum of Galla Placidia. Across the (Italy), where he studied Classics and
Adriatic in the former Roman province of Dalmatia, call at Split, French, he taught Italian Literature in
Croatia, to explore the ruined 4th-century palace of the emperor France, Italy, and the United Kingdom
Diocletian. In nearby Trogir, discover its Hellenistic street layout, before joining Harvard in 1995 as
15th-century castle, and Renaissance and Baroque churches. Professor of Italian Literature in the
In the stunning walled city of Dubrovnik, highlights include Department of Romance Languages and
Literatures. At Harvard, he was named
exquisite manuscripts and paintings in its medieval monasteries.
Harvard College Professor in 2005. From
In Montenegro and Albania, enjoy access to often-overlooked 2010 to 2015 he was the director of Villa
wonders. Discover the well-preserved medieval fortified city of I Tatti, the Harvard University Center for
Italian Renaissance Studies in Florence.
Kotor and the ancient Albanian site of Butrint, whose Greek,
He has published essays on the French
Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian rulers have left indelible and Italian Renaissance, in particular on
marks. Then, delight in a beautiful day at sea as you cruise to Montaigne and French travelers to Italy.
Catania, Sicily. An optional prelude to further explore Venice His research has focused on the Latin and
is available, while a postlude in the charming hilltop town of Italian Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and
Taormina, Sicily is also offered. 20th-century Italian literature.
His books on Dante include the critical
Why not spend another week savoring the pleasures of edition of the 16th century commentary
Sea Cloud II? When you book this program and also join Annotationi nel Dante fatte con M. Triphon
“Sicily by Sail: Catania to Naples Aboard Sea Cloud II” Gabriele (Bologna: Commissione per i
from October 11 to 19, receive a special savings of testi di lingua, 1993), and the volumes
$1,250 per person, per cruise. La puttana e il gigante: dal Cantico dei
Cantici al Paradiso terrestre di Dante
(Ravenna: Longo, 1998; Premio Zingarelli),
and La punta del disio. Semantica del
desiderio nella Commedia (Florence:
Activity Level 3: Cadmo, 2005). He has co-edited, and
WHAT TO EXPECT contributed to, various volumes on Italian
literature from Dante to the 20th century.
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. Please note that Sea Cloud II does not have
an elevator. At certain ports of call, Sea Cloud II may not be able to dock
at a pier for disembarkation. In these cases, a tender service such as a
Zodiac inflatable boat will be employed as a transfer from Sea Cloud II to
shore. Sea Cloud II staff will be there to assist you in transferring to and
from the tenders/Zodiacs. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
TO BOOK A TRIP, CALL 800-422-1636 OR VISIT
ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/TRAVEL
Perast, photo by Tom Rolvag
Galla Placidia, Ravenna (left) and Diocletians Palace, Split, photo by René (right)
Schedule by Day to its World Heritage status.
Admire the Cathedral of St.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
Kotor, Montenegro /
B=Breakfast, L= Lunch, Lawrence, with its remarkable Perast
R=Reception, D=Dinner portal. Return to Split to
discover Diocletian’s Palace, Montenegro, for centuries a nest
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 of brigands where Lord Byron
an extraordinary example of
Departure late classical architecture that was once kidnapped, is today
incorporates modern offices, both peaceful and scenic. Kotor
Depart for Venice on an
restaurants, and residences is still girded by its original walls.
overnight flight.
within its ancient footprint. B,L,D Its monuments date back to the
Middle Ages and Renaissance,
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 while its churches are perfect
Venice, Italy Dubrovnik examples of simple but majestic
Arrive in Venice and continue Romanesque style. Join a small
Arrive after lunch in this boat excursion to visit Our Lady
for lunch at a Venetian hotel. A UNESCO-listed walled city to
canal cruise brings you to Sea of the Rocks Church, with its
discover the influence of the 17th-century frescoes, located
Cloud II. Gather on deck for a
Venetian architects in its main on a small island off the coast
champagne toast as you sail
street, Placa. View ancient of Perast. B,L,D
past the Doge’s Palace and out
manuscripts at the Franciscan
of the Venetian Lagoon. L,R,D
Library and paintings in the
Franciscan and Dominican
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6
Monasteries, as well as the
Ravenna Rector’s Palace. Alternatively,
Ravenna, once the capital of the join an excursion to the colorful
Western Roman Empire, is home seaside town of Cavtat. Explore
to stunning mosaics, which you the waterfront Church of
will see in the Mausoleum of St. Nicholas; the home and
Galla Placidia and Theodoric’s studio of the eclectic 19th-
two great basilicas, San Vitale to 20th-century Croatian
and Sant’Apollinare Nuovo. painter Vlaho Bukovac; and
Return to the ship for lunch and the 15th-century Franciscan
an afternoon at sea. B,L,D Monastery. There will be time at
leisure to browse the village’s
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 small shops, market, and cafés
Split, Croatia before returning to Dubrovnik.
After a morning at sea, dock in This evening, enjoy an exclusive
Split and drive to the enchanting reception and concert by a
town of Trogir to see its many folkloric a cappella choir in
Romanesque and Renaissance the courtyard of 16th-century Our Lady of the Rocks Church, Kotor,
buildings, which contributed Sponza Palace. B,L,R,D photo by Mike P. Scott
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/TRAVEL
Venice
Ravenna
CROATIA
Split
MONTENEGRO
Adriatic Dubrovnik
Sea Perest
Kotor
ITALY
ALBANIA
Saranda
Butrint
Tyrrhenian Sea
Taormina Mediterranean Sea
SICILY Catania
Butrint, photo by Carole Raddato
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 bishopric, and a Venetian Gather for the captain’s farewell
Saranda, Albania / trading post. B,L,D dinner tonight. B,L,D
Butrint
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 MONDAY, OCTOBER 12
Albania, for a long time closed
to the rest of the world, can
Day At Sea Catania, Italy / Return
now be seen in its untamed Experience the thrill of sailing Disembark in Catania for flights
beauty. Situated on the Straits during a day at sea. As Sea home, or continue on the
of Corfu, UNESCO-listed Butrint Cloud II heads south, observe optional postlude. B
was once the site of a Greek as the crew practices the art
colony, a Roman city, a Byzantine of trimming the sails by hand.
Optional Prelude Optional Postlude WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14
Venice Taormina Take an excursion to Piazza
OCTOBER 3–5, 2020 OCTOBER 12–15, 2020 Armerina and visit the Imperial
Roman Villa del Casale, a
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 UNESCO World Heritage Site
Depart for Venice, Italy, on an Disembark Sea Cloud II and with captivating mosaics. After
overnight flight. take a walking tour of Catania. lunch at a local trattoria, return
See the cathedral dedicated to Taormina, where the rest of
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 to St. Agatha, the nearby the day is at leisure. Enjoy a
Arrive in Venice and transfer market, Ursino Castle, and farewell dinner tonight amid
to the legendary Hotel Danieli. the Benedictine monastery. the sparkling lights of beautiful
After lunch at leisure, see Afterwards, drive to Mount Etna
some of Venice’s lesser-known Taormina. B,L,D
for lunch at the Benanti Winery.
masterpieces at the Basilica of Continue to Taormina and the THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15
Santa Maria Glorioso dei Frari Hotel Villa Diodoro. The evening After breakfast, transfer to the
and the Scuola Grande di San and dinner are at leisure. L airport for flights home. B
Rocco. Return to the hotel by
water taxi. This evening, dine TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13 Additional details and pricing for the
in a celebrated restaurant on On a walking tour of Taormina, optional extensions will be sent to
visit sites including the confirmed participants.
St. Mark’s Square. D
cathedral, botanical garden, and
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5 the Greek theater. Then, enjoy a
This morning, visit the Accademia, private visit to Casa Cuseni, the
with world-class, pre-19th-century historic home-turned-museum
art, and the Peggy Guggenheim of British patron of the arts
Museum, renowned for its Robert Kitson. Sip an aperitif
contemporary collections. Join in the upper gardens of the
main program participants for house before lunch in Taormina.
lunch and a canal cruise before The afternoon and evening are
continuing to Sea Cloud II. B at leisure. B,R,L Taormina, photo by gbarm
Ship Details
The sailing yacht Sea Cloud II is a three-
masted barque steeped in the elegance
of yesteryear and complemented with the
most modern amenities. Sister ship of
the legendary Sea Cloud, Sea Cloud II has
47 outside cabins and travels under 23
billowing sails trimmed by hand. From her
mahogany-paneled library and gracious
lounge to the fitness area and water sports
platform, no detail has been overlooked.
Praised by the world’s most discerning
travelers, Sea Cloud II consistently receives
high rankings from Condé Nast Traveler. Sea Cloud II
Rates Per Person
CATEGORY/DECK DOUBLE SINGLE
204-206 $6,999 $8,499
Cabin Deck. Standard Cabins. Upper/lower twin berths, shower.
207-210 $8,999 $13,499
Cabin Deck. Superior Cabins. Twin beds, shower.
211-217 & 224-231 $10,999 $16,499
Cabin Deck. Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.
218-223 $11,999 $17,999
Cabin Deck. Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.
301 & 302 $13,999 $20,999
Promenade Deck. Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.
303-319 $15,999 INQUIRE
Promenade Deck. Junior Suites. Twin beds, bathtub with shower.
401 & 402 $17,999 INQUIRE Sea Cloud II Lido Deck (top);
Lido Deck. Owner’s Suites. Queen-size bed, bathtub, and separate shower. Junior Suite (above)
LIDO DECK
402
LIBRARY
LIDO BAR LOUNGE
401
PROMENADE DECK
318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302
RECE PT ION
DINING
ROOM
301
319 317 315 311 309 307 305 303
BOUTIQUE
CABIN DECK
230 228 226 224 222 220 218 216 214 212 210 208 206
204
205
DOCTOR
231 229 227 225 223 221 219 217 215 211 209 207
GYM
SAUNA
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TOUR COST INCLUSIONS days of departure. No refunds Adriatic Odyssey:
Seven nights’ accommodations are given for cancellation on or Venice to Catania Aboard Sea Cloud II
aboard Sea Cloud II; meals as after the day of departure, or for October 4–12, 2020
per the itinerary (B=Breakfast, unused portions of the tour, for
L=Lunch, R=Reception, any reason. To register, please fill out this form and return it to Harvard
D=Dinner); bottled water and Alumni Travels with your deposit of $1,000 per person
CHANGES IN ITINERARY &
coffee/tea with all meals; (of which $500 is non-refundable).
COSTS The itinerary is subject
thoughtfully selected wines and
to change at the discretion of
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ACCOMMODATIONS
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administrative fee. Cancellations SEA CLOUD II CABIN PREFERENCE
received between 120 and 91 (1) _______________________________________ (2) ______________________________________
days prior to departure will be
charged a fee in the amount I WISH TO SHARE A CABIN WITH_______________________________________________________
of 20 percent of the program
cost per person; those received OPTIONAL PRELUDE & POSTLUDE
between 90 and 61 days I/WE WISH TO JOIN THE OPTIONAL PRELUDE IN VENICE
before departure, 50 percent; I/WE WISH TO JOIN THE OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN TAORMINA
no refunds will be given for Sant’Apollinare in Classe, Ravenna, HOTEL ROOM PREFERENCE ONE BED TWO BEDS SINGLE
cancellations received within 60 photo by Daniele Marzocchi
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