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SUMMARY:Sicily Circumnavigation: Sailing around Sicily and Malta with optional pre-trip extension to Malta
DESCRIPTION:Join Archaeological Institute of America lecturer and host Laetitia La Follette\, Professor of Greek and Roman Art and Architecture\, on a summertime cruise circumnavigating Sicily aboard the luxurious\, 47-cabin\, three-masted barque Sea Cloud II. Begin and end on the island of Malta which\, together with Sicily\, has witnessed and bears the stamps of all the major civilizations that the Mediterranean cradled: Phoenicians\, Greeks\, Romans\, Arabs\, Normans\, Christians\, Jews\, Byzantines\, and Muslims. Each civilization left important stylistic traces in major architectural\, urban\, and artistic monuments.\nClassical temples\, open-air theaters\, villas adorned with mosaics and frescoes\, magnificently adorned churches and chapels\, Islamic cloisters\, and Baroque cathedrals are all found here in abundance. Begin in Valletta\, the vibrant capital city of the island nation of Malta and one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world. Then embark Sea Cloud II for a splendid\, seven-night cruise circumnavigating Sicily. Explore the island’s treasures with stops in Trapani (with options to visit Segesta\, Erice\, or Marsala)\, Palermo\, Giardini Naxos (for Taormina or Mt. Etna)\, and Syracuse. This itinerary also includes a day in the Aeolian Islands\, one of seven UNESCO sites visited during this cruise\, as well as a specially-timed sailing to enjoy up-close views of the still-active Stromboli volcano. Also available is an optional\, pre-trip extension on Malta and Gozo\, with visits to remarkable Neolithic and medieval sites. \nYour host vessel\, the Sea Cloud II\, offers excellent cruise accommodations while capturing the timeless elegance of sailing. To be on deck when the sails are fully extended is an unforgettable experience. Thus\, this itinerary is planned to ensure ample sailing time to enjoy the majesty of this vessel and the thrill of sailing. \nA robust educational program rounds out this outstanding journey. AIA lecturer and host Laetitia La Follette\, an archaeologist and Immediate Past President of the AIA; Elihu Rubin\, an expert on architecture and urbanism; and Wendy Heller\, a leading scholar in the field of Baroque music\, will offer a series of illustrated lectures and informal discussions along the way. This cruise is being co-sponsored by other organizations so\, with only 47 cabins aboard ship\, I encourage you to reserve your preferred cabin today by contacting AIA Tours at aia@studytours.org or (800) 748-6262.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/sicily-circumnavigation-sailing-around-sicily-and-malta-with-optional-pre-trip-extension-to-malta/
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SUMMARY:Hiking Scotland’s Orkney & Shetland Islands
DESCRIPTION:This is the perfect opportunity to explore all that Scotland’s Northern Isles have to offer: prehistoric stone circles\, burial chambers\, and settlements; quaint villages; huge seabird colonies; and remarkable plant life—all amidst dramatic landscapes. This will be Scotland seen slowly\, with time for in-depth exploration at each site. The Orkney and Shetland islands have an amazing wealth of archaeological sites dating back 5\,000 years. Together the islands have more than 18\,000 known sites\, with new discoveries being made every year. This archaeological saga is worth the telling\, and nowhere else can the evidence be seen in more glorious a setting. Travel and learn with AIA lecturer and host Dr. Val Turner. \nHighlights:\n• A private tour of the active Ness of Brodgar excavations\, a ceremonial site in the “Heart of Neolithic Orkney” that was in use for around 1\,000 years. 2024 is the last year that excavations will be active.The site is within the UNESCO World Heritage Site on\nOrkney\, which also includes the chambered tomb of Maeshowe\, estimated to have been constructed around 2700 B.C.; the Stones of Stenness; the 4\,000-year-old Ring of Brodgar\, one of Europe’s finest Neolithic monuments; Skara Brae settlement; and associated funerary monuments and stone settings. These are unquestionably among the most important Neolithic sites in Western Europe.\n• “The Crucible of Iron Age Shetland”—including Mousa Broch\, the best-preserved known broch in the world\, Old Scatness\, and Jarlshof—where the lack of intensive modern farming means that the preservation of these sites and their landscapes is exceptional.\n• The Isles are a birdwatcher’s paradise\, and one of the major seabird breeding and feeding areas in the North Atlantic. More than a million birds breed in very large colonies.\n• All meals are included\, and you will enjoy comfortable accommodations: four nights at the elegant Lynnfield Hotel\, a comfortable overnight ferry from Orkney to Shetland and from Shetland to Aberdeen\, and three nights at the remote and charming\nBusta House Hotel.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/hiking-scotlands-orkney-shetland-islands-3/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240917
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
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SUMMARY:Ireland’s Southern Coast
DESCRIPTION:This journey takes you through the archaeology\, history\, and landscapes of Ireland’s southern coast\, from east to west. Starting and ending in Dublin\, this tour has been designed to give you a deep understanding of the multitude of landscapes and the rich heritage of Ireland\, as well as the striking difference between Ireland’s fertile east coast compared to its dramatic and breathtaking southwest. After a gentle start in Dublin\, we will head to the sunny southeast and the scene of the Anglo- Norman invasion of Ireland in 1169. There is no better place to understand the impact of this invasion on the existing Irish and Norse populations\, and the shifting of political and military power over the following centuries\, than here where it all played out. We will then will make our way along the south coast\, stopping in Waterford\, Cork\, and West Cork\, with an overnight in Killarney before heading back to Dublin. We will explore hidden archaeological sites from earliest prehistory to the Iron Age (Celtic Period)\, through early Christian sites to the later medieval period and Ireland’s more recent history\, all in the company of highly respected academics\, engaging guides\, and a tour manager. Travel in a small group and enjoy the personal attention and service of a highly respected Irish academic lecturer/host Dr. Stephen Mandal\, who is both a geologist and archaeologist. \nHighlights include: \n– Visits in Dublin to the National Museum of Ireland and The Irish Emigration Museum.\n– Exploring the Hook Peninsula\, starting with a visit to Hook Head\, home to the world’s oldest operational\, fully intact lighthouse (at over 800 years old)\, set in a dramatic landscape. Afterwards\, we drive the short distance\nto Tintern Abbey\, a Cistercian abbey founded ca. 1200\, where several important ruins survive\, including parts of the nave\, chancel\, tower\, chapel\, and cloister. Enjoy lunch\, tour the ruins\, and walk in the beautiful Victorian\ngardens.\n– A guided tour of the Dunbrody Famine Ship an authentic reproduction of an 1840s emigrant vessel that provides a world-class interpretation of the famine emigrant experience.\n– Visit the spectacular Charles Fort\, a wonderful example of a star-shaped\, 17th-century fort. As one of the largest military installations in the country\, Charles Fort has been associated with some of the most momentous\nevents in Irish history\, the most significant of which were the Williamite Wars (1689-91) and the Civil War (1922-23).\n– Seeing the Bronze Age Drombeg Stone Circle. Drombeg is probably Ireland’s most famous stone circle\, consisting of 17 pillar stones that are graded from the two large portal stones\, each nearly seven feet high\, at the\nnortheast towards the recumbent stone to the southeast. \nThe pace of this tour is MODERATE: Must be able to walk one to three miles per day on mostly flat\, but often uneven\, terrain. For further details and questions\, please see the “What to Expect” section of the brochure.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/irelands-southern-coast/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240925
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SUMMARY:Peru: Ancient Cultures of the Coast & Andes
DESCRIPTION:Travel and learn with anthropological archaeologist Dr. Gabriela Cervantes- Quequezana. She has done extensive field research through survey and excavations in several regions of Peru\, including the north\, south\, coast\, and highlands. Through illustrated lectures and informal discussions\, she will provide an understanding of the numerous ancient Peruvian societies whose sites we visit\, and the complex processes of adaption they each made in the many different ecological regions of Peru. This custom-designed\, 15-night itinerary is carefully paced with three nights each in Cuzco\, Chiclayo\, and Urubamba’s Sacred Valley; plus two nights each in Machu Picchu Pueblo\, Lima\, and Trujillo. \nHighlights include: \n– Gabriela Cervantes-Quequezana plus a professional tour manager and local guides will provide insights to spectacular archaeological sites from Peru’s many layers of ancient civilizations\, plus anthropological insights to the\ncountry’s diverse cultural traditions and ecosystems.\n– Four of your six hotels are luxurious and the other two offer generous comfort.\n– Enjoy in-depth explorations of many of the greatest archaeological sites in Peru: pyramids\, temples\, royal tombs\, and colonial churches; plus splendid museum collections.\n– Peruvian cuisine is world renowned\, and you will enjoy many special meals. \nTHIS TOUR IS ACTIVE and requires an elevated level of fitness: Must be able to walk three or more miles per day on mostly uneven terrain\, and up and down inclines and steps. Please see the “What to Expect” section of the brochure for more details.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/peru-ancient-cultures-of-the-coast-andes-2/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241001
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SUMMARY:Prehistoric Cave Art of Spain & France
DESCRIPTION:Investigate southwestern Europe’s most extraordinary prehistoric caves\, including Lascaux IV\, a new\, exact reproduction of one of the most remarkable prehistoric sites ever discovered; Altamira II\, a precise replica of the original that is often called the “Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art”; Atapuerca\, the most significant early human site in western Europe; Las Monedas Cave and Cueva del Castillo\, where 455 animal likenesses were painted and engraved some 22\,000-14\,000 years ago\, but other motifs such as hand stencils and red dots have been dated to more than 40\,000 years ago\, meaning that they may well have been made by Neanderthals; Cougnac\, which features paintings of extinct megaloceros and mammoth; Pech Merle\, known for its “negative handprints”; and others. \nHighlights include: \n– Travel with world-renowned archaeological author Paul Bahn\, a gifted and popular lecturer who regularly leads tours to study the prehistory of Spain and France\, including this program. Dr. Bahn will enhance your understanding of the sites with lectures and informal discussions. \n– Enjoy excellent accommodations in fine hotels and charming inns\, as well as fine wine and cuisine. \n– Tour archaeological and ethnographic museums with superb exhibits of prehistoric artifacts\, including the Museum of Human Evolution in Burgos\, Altamira Museum\, Museum of Les Eyzies\, and the Museé d’Aquitaine; plus\nthe modern art collections of Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum. \n– Explore charming villages and cities\, including Santillana del Mar and San Sebastian.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/prehistoric-cave-art-of-spain-france-5/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241003
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SUMMARY:"France: The Reach of the Romans"
DESCRIPTION:Join archaeologist Patrick Hunt on this exciting itinerary from Turin to Nice and discover how the ancient Gauls and Romans interacted with the landscapes and shaped the history and cultures of northern Italy and southern France. Together we will cross the Alps by high-speed train\, from Turin to Lyon. \nHighlights:\n• Travel with award-winning archaeologist and author Patrick Hunt\, who has been doing fieldwork in the Alps since 1994.\n• Visit several outstanding museums\, including the Egyptian Museum in Turin\, the only museum outside of Cairo solely dedicated to Egyptian art and culture; and the new Musée de l’Arles Antique\, housing the world’s second finest collection of sarcophagi\nafter the Vatican’s.\n• Marvel at six UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Roman and Romanesque monuments of Arles\, the Roman theater and Arc de Triomphe of Orange\, the Roman aqueduct at Pont du Gard\, the historic center of Avignon\, the historic city of Lyon\, and the\nResidences of the Royal House of Savoy in Turin.\n• Explore the archaeological site of Saint-Romain-en-Gal\, also called “little Pompeii\,” and take a guided tour of its museum with the curator in charge of the mosaic restoration.\n• See the village of Vaison la Romaine\, the largest archaeological site in France; and take a behind-the-scenes tour inside the aqueduct at Pont du Gard (pending confirmation).\n• You will be accompanied by excellent local guides plus an expert tour manager who will handle all of the logistics so you can relax\, enjoy\, and learn.\n• Savor fine cuisine at carefully-chosen restaurants for included lunches and dinners\, and enjoy the flexibility of independent meals as well. Your tour manager can assist you with restaurant recommendations and reservations.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/france-the-reach-of-the-romans-3/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241006
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SUMMARY:Athens to Rome: Cruising the Mediterranean
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join Archaeological Institute of America lecturer and host Laetitia La Follette\, Professor of Greek and Roman Art and Architecture\, aboard the luxury 50-cabin yacht\, Emerald Sakara\, for a seven-night Mediterranean cruise. This unique educational program highlights archaeological sites that are remnants of the grand civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome. \nHighlights include: \n– MARVEL at major historical sites of ancient Greece in Athens\, Delphi\, and Olympia.\n– DELVE into ancient Greek and Roman history on the Mediterranean island of Sicily.\n– EXPLORE the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage sites of Greek Paestum and Roman Pompeii as you cruise north toward Rome. \nOptional pre-tour extension in Athens\nSeptember 24 – 27\, 2024 \nOptional post-tour extension in Rome\nOctober 5 – 7\, 2024
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/athens-to-rome-cruising-the-mediterranean/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T140000
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2024-10-06/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241025
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SUMMARY:Sicily: Archaeology\, Art & Cuisine with post-tour option to Malta
DESCRIPTION:Travel and learn with our engaging archaeologist and professor of ancient history Dr. Jenifer Neils on this fascinating tour to Sicily. Jennifer is an expert on the ancient Mediterranean. Recently she served as the first woman Director of the American School of Classical Studies at Athens. Previously she held the Elsie B. Smith Chair of Classics at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland\, and regularly taught courses on the art and archaeology of the ancient world from the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity. \nHighlights include: \n• Discover several of the most impressive Greek archaeological sites in the Mediterranean\, such as Agrigento\, Selinunte\, Segesta\,Morgantina\, and Syracuse.\n• Travel and learn with our engaging archaeologist\, Jenifer Neils.\n• Admire spectacular\, sunlit landscapes of undulating vineyards and Mediterranean Sea vistas.\n• See two of the finest examples of Norman architecture: Monreale Cathedral and the Royal Palace of Palermo (Palazzo dei Normanni).\n• View extensive archaeological collections at several excellent museums.\n• Savor fine cuisine\, with wine included at group dinners.\n• Feel pampered with five nights at a 5-star hotel and six nights at 4-star hotels\, all chosen for their generous comfort and prime locations.\n• Relax and enjoy traveling with a maximum of just 16 guests plus your expert lecturer\, tour manager\, and local guides. \nOptional post-tour extension to Malta is October 24 – 28\, 2024
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/sicily-archaeology-art-cuisine-with-post-tour-option-to-malta/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241025
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SUMMARY:Life\, Luxury & Leisure in Ancient Rome
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the opulence and grandeur of ancient Rome while uncovering the secrets of daily life\, the indulgence of luxury\, and the pursuit of leisure that helped to define one of the most influential civilizations in history. Our adventure begins in Rome\, heart of the Roman Empire\, where we witness the architectural marvels that stand as a testament to Rome’s engineering prowess. At the Baths of Caracalla\, learn about the interesting Roman bathing culture and the significance of these communal spaces in Roman society. Delve into the world of luxury in ancient Rome with visits to the opulent villa in Tivoli and the well-preserved remains of ancient cities frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Learn about the daily lives and customs of the Romans through beautifully preserved frescoes and artifacts\, as well as the exquisite art\, landscaping\, and leisure pursuits enjoyed by the Roman elite. Throughout the tour\, archaeologist and professor Crispin Corrado will guide the group at many sites\, offer several lectures\, and be available to engage in discussions. Whether you are an avid archaeology or history enthusiast\, or simply curious about one of history’s greatest civilizations\, this journey will provide a deep understanding and appreciation of ancient Rome’s enduring legacy. \nSome highlights Include: \n• Visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites:\n• Spend a full day exploring Rome’s ancient monuments\, including the Roman Forum\, the House of Augustus on the Palatine Hill\, the Domus Aurea\, and the Colosseum\n• Enjoy a day trip to Tivoli for visits to Hadrian’s Villa\, a 2nd-century A.D. complex; and the Villa d’Este\, a Renaissance masterpiece of garden and villa architecture\n• Explore Pompeii and Herculaneum\, both of which were buried (and preserved) by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in A.D. 79; as well as Villa Poppea (Oplontis)\, an ancient villa with incredible wall paintings\n• Take an excursion to Paestum\, with its three magnificent\, ancient Greek temples\n• See the collections of Rome’s Capitoline Museums\, with magnificent Classical and Renaissance art; the awe-inspiring Pantheon; and the superb Naples Archaeological Museum\n• Exploring the Vatican City\, with entry to the Vatican Museums\, including the Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms; plus St. Peter’s Basilica\, the largest church in the world
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/life-luxury-leisure-in-ancient-rome/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T140000
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2024-10-13/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241026
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SUMMARY:The Legacy of the Etruscans: Latium\, Umbria & Tuscany
DESCRIPTION:Discover the world of the ancient Etruscans\, a pre-Roman civilization that flourished in the area between Rome and Florence from at least the 7th century B.C. until they were conquered by the Romans in the 3rd century B.C. The extent of the impact that the Etruscans’ legacy had on the Greeks and Romans\, through to our contemporary world\, is still coming to light. Join Dr. Pieraccini and a small group of like-minded fellow travelers to explore and further understand the realm of the Etruscans. \nHighlights include:\n• The marvelous cities of Rome and Florence\, plus journeys through spectacular countryside to lesser-visited medieval and Renaissance towns.\n• Outstanding Etruscan necropolises with brightly-painted scenes of feasting and dancing covering the walls of rock-cut chamber tombs\, monumental tumuli\, and house tombs. These include the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Cerveteri and Tarquinia\,\nas well as Sovana with its Tomba Ildebranda.\n• Important Etruscan towns\, including Veii with its impressive\, 6th-century B.C. “Portonaccio Temple”; Volterra\, which also boasts a charming historical center; Orvieto\, with its striking Etruscan acropolis; and Vulci\, whose tombs contain original Etruscan\ninscriptions.\n• Many splendid museums with unparalleled collections of Etruscan artifacts\, such as Etruscan bronze sculptures\, plus Phoenician gold and Greek vases obtained through extensive trade networks. These include the National Etruscan Museum of Villa\nGiulia and Vatican City’s Gregorian Etruscan Museum.\n• Lectures\, discussions\, and the company of our expert AIA lecturer/host\, Lisa Pieraccini.\n• Generous comfort at well-located\, 4-star hotels\, plus fine cuisine and wine. A couple of special events are a home-hosted dinner in Florence\, and lunch at a winery in Orvieto.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/the-legacy-of-the-etruscans-latium-umbria-tuscany-4/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241030
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SUMMARY:Origins of Humans & Wine: Azerbaijan\, Georgia & Armenia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting trip back in time to explore early humankind and the ‘cradle of wine’ in the southern Caucasus. Learn about ancient winemaking techniques and sample the bounty of the region’s vineyards. Explore medieval towns and UNESCO World Heritage Sites\, including prehistoric through early Christian complexes. Enjoy Georgia’s famed hospitality\, wherein a ‘visitor is considered a gift from God.’ This is a region of extraordinary contrasts\, deep history\, and cultural diversity. Travel and learn with AIA tours popular paleoanthropologist Dr. Ian Tattersall.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/origins-of-humans-wine-azerbaijan-georgia-armenia-4/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
CREATED:20241007T170212Z
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2024-10-20/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2024-10-27/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T140000
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2024-11-03/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2024-11-10/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2024-11-17/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T140000
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2024-11-24/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
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SUMMARY:Kenya & Tanzania: Wildlife & Human Origins in East Africa
DESCRIPTION:Join us on this East African adventure as we drive among the wildlife and landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania. We will make special stops along the way\, such as to visit Tanzania’s Olduvai Gorge\, the site of Louis and Mary Leakey’s famous\, mid-20th-century paleoanthropological discoveries that indicated that hominins had evolved in Africa. Journeying through the impressive wildlife\, beauty\, and diversity of this African terrain highlights the privilege of exploring and learning from the world around us. Throughout our adventure you will enjoy generous comfort and exceptional service at charming resorts and lodges\, plus two nights at a memorable safari camp. All of our game drives\, led by expert driver-guides\, will use 4×4 Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs and have no more than six guests per vehicle. Your tour leader is William Harcourt-Smith a paleoanthropologist based at the American Museum of Natural History and the City University of New York. \nHighlights:\n1. Explore four national parks: Kenya’s Nairobi National Park\, Hells Gate National Park\, and Amboseli National Park; and Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park\, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.\n2. Enjoy a combined eight days of safari drives in Kenya and Tanzania\, searching for Africa’s big five mammals—lion\, leopard\, rhinoceros\, elephant\, and buffalo—as well as a variety of other mammals and hundreds of species of birds.\n3. Take a scenic boat ride on Lake Naivasha\, spotting birds\, hippo\, and thousands of flamingo.\n4. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ngorongoro Crater\, home to 26\,000 big mammals and 500 species of birds.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/kenya-tanzania-wildlife-human-origins-in-east-africa/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
CREATED:20240510T154548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T165437Z
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SUMMARY:Archaeology In The Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
DESCRIPTION:Join archaeologist Barbara A. Porter and a small group of fellow travelers for this in-depth travel experience in Saudi Arabia. This will be Dr. Porter’s fourth tour of the country\, and you will also be accompanied by local guides and a tour manager.\nThis tour opportunity allows us to see\, experience\, and learn about Saudi Arabia’s long history and rich culture\, and how both were influenced by its dramatic geography; and to become familiar with some of the archaeological research and sites that are being uncovered and shared with the world. Following historic trade and pilgrimage routes\, we will cross vast deserts\, see irrigated lands teeming with agriculture\, and enjoy scenic views with striking mountains and landscapes along the way. \nHighlights:\n1. Visit four of the country’s six UNESCO World Heritage Sites\, including the spectacular petroglyphs at Jubbah; the stunning\, carved stone\, Nabataean tombs at Hegra (Madain Saleh); Al Balad\, the historic center of the city of Jeddah; and the Al Turaif\nDistrict of Diriyah\, whose restored citadel and palaces are now an open-air museum.\n2. Marvel at the 6\,000-year-old Rajajil Standing Stones; the Sakaka Rock Carvings\, which were just discovered in 2018; and the necropolis of Mughair Shuwayb at Madyan\, which was built into the hillside by the ancient Nabataeans.\n3. Wander the alleys and streets of Ushaiger Heritage Village\, with Ushaiger itself being one of the oldest settlements in the region and often considered Saudi Arabia’s most beautiful village.\n4. Stroll through Al Ula’s Old Town\, whose town walls encircle some 900 mudbrick homes\, 400 shops\, a restored Friday Mosque\, and the 10th-century Musa bin Nusayr Castle.\n5. Experience the holy city of Medina\, a major Islamic pilgrimage site; and marvel at the capital city of Riyadh\, which transformed from a mud-walled town to a metropolis of 7+ million people in the span of a century.\n6. Explore bustling markets such as the Unayzah Market; Buraydah’s camel market\, perhaps the largest camel market in the world; and Riyadh’s Dira Souq\, where we learn about traditional Saudi clothing.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/archaeology-in-the-kingdom-of-saudi-arabia-2/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250126
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T165631Z
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SUMMARY:Egypt Revisited
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to return to Egypt to experience this 17-day\, custom-designed itinerary in the engaging company of Egyptologist Stephen Harvey plus an expert local Egyptology guide and a professional tour manager. This trio has been receiving accolades for many years. \nHighlights are many and varied: \n1. Spend two full days visiting museums in Cairo (the new National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and the historic Egyptian Museum) OR two full days exploring Giza’s Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) if it is open.\n2. Gain inside access to the Red Pyramid at Dahshur\, enter the burial chamber of the collapsed pyramid at Meidum\, and visit two mud-brick pyramids at the Fayoum Oasis.\n3. Go behind-the-scenes at the ancient necropolis of Saqqara to see some of the new and remarkable excavations that are not open to the public.\n4. Explore the necropoli of Beni Hasan\, known for its 39 rock-cut tombs with well-preserved paintings of dancing\, acrobatics\, juggling\, fishing\, hunting\, and weaving; and Tuna el-Gebel\, with huge catacombs for thousands of mummified ibises and baboons\, and much more.\n5. Visit Tell el-Amarna\, which replaced Thebes (modern Luxor) as capital of Egypt under the heretic\, 18th-dynasty Pharaoh Akhenaton and was significant for its monotheism and distinctive artistic style.\n6. Enjoy two in-depth visits to Abydos\, where Stephen Harvey has worked since 1993\, including visits to the spectacular Temple of Seti I\, with its invaluable “Abydos King List” and chapels with exquisite reliefs; and special access to the subterranean Osireion (symbolic tomb of Osiris)\, centered around a burial chamber that was once surrounded by water.\n7. Enjoy luxurious or best-available accommodations throughout\, with two or three nights at each property.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/egypt-revisited-3/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
CREATED:20240510T154514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T165853Z
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SUMMARY:Maya Pyramids & Temples Of Yucatan
DESCRIPTION:This exciting\, nine-day holiday provides the best-paced itinerary available to see the sun-drenched Yucatan peninsula’s ancient sites\, traditional Maya villages\, and colonial architecture. Maya art and architecture abound\, with visits to Chichén Itzá\, Ek Balam\, Uxmal\, Dzibilchaltun\, and more: iconic as well as off-the-beaten-path sites with soaring pyramids\, distinctive temple complexes\, and wonderful sculpture. There is free time to bird watch\, shop for crafts\, or relax\, reflect\, and enjoy our excellent accommodations. Enjoy two luxurious nights at the Mayaland Hotel (next to Chichén Itzá) and three at the Hacienda Uxmal (next to Uxmal). Maximum of just 12 guests.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/maya-pyramids-temples-of-yucatan-3/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
CREATED:20240510T154621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T170626Z
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SUMMARY:Absolute Egypt
DESCRIPTION:This itinerary is carefully crafted to provide discerning travelers with the finest Egypt tour available. Our 18-day program is the most in-depth exploration of ancient Egypt’s greatest sites\, combining all the best attributes of a small-group\, all-inclusive\, well-paced\, luxury trip. \nHighlights: \n1. Learn with a distinguished and engaging American scholar plus a wonderful local Egyptologist and an excellent tour manager. This trio has been receiving accolades for many years. Travel with a maximum of just 16 guests plus your trio of leaders.\n2. Enjoy the best accommodations\, including 13 nights at luxurious\, 5-star hotels in Giza\, Cairo\, Luxor\, and Aswan; and a three-night Nile cruise aboard a comfortable\, eight-cabin dahabiya (traditional Nile sail boat).\n3. Meet with excavators and conservators\, including behind-the-scenes visits\, when possible.\n4. Discover the preeminent sites of the pharaohs from Cairo to Luxor\, Aswan\, and Abu Simbel:\n-If it is open\, spend two full days exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum that is scheduled to open in 2024.\n-See the amazing Giza pyramids and Sphinx as well as Saqqara’s Step Pyramid of Djoser and recently discovered\, closed-to-the-public\, Tomb of Wah Ti.\n-Explore the astounding temple complex of Karnak as well as Luxor Temple\, plus spectacular royal mortuary temples and tombs in the Valleys of the Kings and Queens\, such as those of Seti I and Nefertari.\n-Visit the remarkable Temple of Hathor at Dendara as well as Abydos\, one of the oldest and most important cities in ancient Egypt\, where Steve Harvey\, your AIA lecturer\, has been working since 1993.\n-Cruise the Nile from Esna to Aswan aboard an eight-cabin sail boat\, away from the convoys of large riverboats\, so that we visit remarkable temples without the typical crowds. From the spacious top deck\, observe timeless pastoral scenes of feluccas\, farmers\, herders\, and village life.\n-Fly to Abu Simbel to visit the stunning and enormous rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari. \nIn short\, this is the most exclusive\, enjoyable\, and fascinating introduction to Egypt available. It is limited to just 16 guests
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/absolute-egypt-january-28-february-14-2025/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T140000
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2025-02-02/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTSTAMP:20260414T172439
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SUMMARY:Vietnam & Cambodia: Cruising the Mekong River
DESCRIPTION:I invite you to join Archaeological Institute of America lecturer and host Joyce C. White on a captivating journey through the rich history and vibrant culture of tropical Indochina with our luxurious tour of Vietnam and Cambodia along the majestic Mekong River. Spend two nights in the bustling metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City (still known as Saigon)\, a dynamic hub that exudes energy\, before embarking the exquisite Mekong Princess\, an exclusive riverboat with only 14 suites\, elegant French colonial appointments\, and all modern comforts. Her ultra-shallow draft allows access to the remote corners of the river\, offering a unique perspective. Cruise for seven nights from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap\, immersing yourself in the beauty of Buddhist and Hindu temples\, vibrant floating markets\, and everyday life along the Mekong River. AIA lecturer Joyce White\, who has decades of experience in Southeast Asian archaeology\, will be joined onboard by Grace Gary\, an architectural historian aboard with National Trust\, and together they will provide a series of enriching presentations and discussions. Concluding the cruise\, spend three nights in Siem Reap\, where you can immerse yourself in the world-famous Khmer temples of Angkor\, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the remains of different capitals of the Khmer Empire\, including the iconic Angkor Wat and the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom. For those seeking an extended experience\, an optional pre-tour extension to Hanoi and exquisite Ha Long Bay is available. This exclusive adventure is shared with another organization\, and with a limited guest capacity of only 24 I encourage you to secure your preferred suite today by contacting AIA Tours at (800) 748-6262 or aia@studytours.org. Don’t miss this opportunity to cruise aboard a modern\, elegant riverboat and experience the wonders of two remarkable Southeast Asian countries connected by the mighty Mekong River.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/vietnam-cambodia-cruising-the-mekong-river-with-pre-tour-extension-to-hanoi-ha-long-bay/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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SUMMARY:Oman & the UAE: Crossroads of the Indian Ocean & Arabian Gulf
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the cultural and geographical diversity of Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the company of seasoned study leader Trevor Marchand. Our custom-designed itinerary highlights ancient sites and historical monuments\, and helps illustrate how influential geography has been on the region’s history and how the region’s maritime history has linked it to elsewhere in Arabia and as far as Africa and southern Asia. Begin with three full days in the UAE. Still a little fishing village as of the 18th century\, Dubai was a center of pearl exports until the 1930s. Similarly\, Abu Dhabi was founded as a simple pearl and fishing village. After the discovery of oil in the Arabian Gulf\, Dubai became one of the wealthiest cities in the world\, and Abu\nDhabi was transformed into a luxurious modern metropolis and the capital of the UAE. But this region was settled many centuries earlier\, and we will observe how the old and the new co-exist in intriguing ways. Spend the balance of our time exploring Oman\, which dominated for centuries the maritime trade routes from Moorish Spain to Canton (modern-day Guangzhou\, China). Here seafaring merchants traded in such commodities of civilization as frankincense\, myrrh\, silk\, gold\, spices\, and coffee. Today\, Oman takes pride in sharing its rich history with visitors\, as demonstrated in its world-class museums. Altogether we will learn about these countries’ histories\, cultures\, art\, and architecture while witnessing their great geographical diversity\, from spectacular deserts and wadis to pristine coastlines\, including a reserve for the endangered green sea turtle. \nHighlights:\n• Six UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Oman’s aflaj irrigation systems\, the protohistoric archaeological complex of Bat and Al-Ayn\, the immense fort at the oasis of Bahla\, the medieval trade city of Qalhat (pending re-opening)\, and the Land of Frankincense;\nplus the UAE’s Hili Archaeological Park\, part of the “Cultural Sites of Al Ain” listing\n• Two full days exploring archaeological sites around Dubai\, including the 4\,000-year-old site of Al Sufouh; and Abu Dhabi\, including the incredible new Louvre Abu Dhabi and the 18th-century Qasr Al Hosn\, the city’s oldest fort\n• Hasat bin Sult (a.k.a. Coleman’s Rock)\, site of Oman’s most significant rock art\n• Nizwa’s lively Friday Market\, whose animal souk is an opportunity to witness the country’s traditional manner of selling livestock\n• A visit with a Bedouin family and a night at a lovely desert camp in Wahiba Sands\, a 6\,000-square-mile desert\n• Sur\, where many of the trading fleets of Omani ships were built\n• Muscat\, with its recently-opened National Museum of Oman
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/oman-the-uae-crossroads-of-the-indian-ocean-arabian-gulf-with-an-optional-two-night-pre-tour-extension-in-doha-qatar/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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SUMMARY:Jungle Kingdoms Of The Ancient Maya
DESCRIPTION:This tropical adventure provides the best-paced itinerary available to thoroughly explore ancient Maya sites in the lush jungles of Mexico\, Guatemala\, and Honduras. Maya art and architecture will “come alive” as you encounter enormous stelae (carved monoliths)\, painted frescoes\, stucco friezes\, carved lintels\, and huge temple-pyramids that soar above the rainforest. Explore\, in-depth\, the sites of Palenque\, Bonampak\, Yaxchilán\, Tikal\, Yaxhá\, Copán\, and Quiriguá (four are UNESCO World Heritage Sites); with free time to go bird watching or simply relax\, reflect\, and enjoy our comfortable hotels and remote jungle lodges. Maximum of just 12 guests.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/jungle-kingdoms-of-the-ancient-maya-4/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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SUMMARY:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East Tours Led by Harvard Students
DESCRIPTION:Available during the Harvard academic year Sundays at 1:00 pm\, October 6\, 2024–April 27\, 2025. See blackout dates.*\n*Blackout dates: December 1\, 2024–January 26\, 2025; and March 16–23\, 2025.\nThis free tour\, led by Harvard students\, explores the Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World exhibition and how the movement of goods\, peoples\, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society. Touch replicas and smell “ancient” scents as the students bring the past alive.\nVisitors may drop in at the scheduled times. No reservation is required. Tours meet in the lobby and last approximately 45 minutes.\nTours for groups of ten or more may be scheduled at other times. Tours may be available by advance request in these languages: Hindi\, Bengali\, and Mandarin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-tours-led-by-harvard-students/2025-02-16/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, 6 Divinity Avenue\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day
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