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SUMMARY:AIA Sicily Circumnavigation: Sailing around Sicily & Malta
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join archaeologist Jim Higginbotham\, our AIA lecturer and host\, on this delightful\, eight-night circumnavigation Our journey begins and ends in Valletta\, Malta\, one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world. Sail to Sicily and cruise clockwise around this marvelous island\, bursting with archaeological and architectural wonders including the Doric Greek temple at Segesta\, Palermo’s stunning Norman Palace\, and the Greek theater at Taormina. Sample the rich flavors of Marsala with a guided tasting of this famed Sicilian wine\, and on Syracuse’s Ortygia island enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a nobleman in a private Baroque palazzo. In all\, our itinerary features six UNESCO World Heritage Sites\, including a full day in the Aeolian Islands\, along with a specially timed sunset sailing through the Strait of Messina. An optional pre-trip extension is available\, for an unforgettable introduction to Malta and Gozo. Along the way\, we will benefit from the knowledge and insights of a team of onboard experts\, including AIA lecturer/host James Higginbotham\, who will provide a series of lectures and informal discussions. Our means of cruising from port to port is delightful. Like Marjorie Merriweather Post’s legendary Sea Cloud\, the Sea Cloud II embodies the elegance and romance of a bygone era while offering the highest standards of modern comfort. This magnificent windjammer is operated by a highly skilled crew that hand-sets more than 30\,000 square feet of canvas\, a rare and captivating sight at sea. Life onboard seamlessly blends classic sailing traditions with refined service\, spacious accommodations\, and thoughtful amenities. This program is co-sponsored by other organizations\, and the Sea Cloud II has only 47 cabins\, so I encourage you to contact\nAIA Tours today at aia@studytours.org or 800-748-6262 for your preferred cabin.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/aia-sicily-circumnavigation-sailing-around-sicily-malta/
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SUMMARY:CHILE FROM EASTER ISLAND TO THE ATACAMA DESERT
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert-led journey around Easter Island (Rapa Nui) and through northern Chile to explore Polynesian and pre-Columbian archaeology and history\, guided by renowned prehistorian and longtime AIA tour leader Paul Bahn. Marvel at some of the most remarkable reminders of the local ancient cultures—such as moai (monumental statues) and geoglyphs (figures etched into or built on the Earth’s surface)—in person\, with expert insights that bring their contexts to life.\nWe will mull over the organization\, engineering\, artistry\, and transportation methods involved in the production of the famous moai. And as we view the wide variety of geoglyphs scattered across the landscape of northern Chile\, we will consider how they reflect ancient peoples’ mobility via caravan routes and exchange networks\, ceremony or ritual\, and/or communication as route markers and visual expressions of long-distance social interactions across vast desert. Along the way\, we will also learn about such significant modern concerns as archaeological and historic preservation\, environmental recovery\, and the reconnection of Rapa Nui with the wider Polynesian world. With all logistics managed by a dedicated tour manager\, you are free to focus fully on exploration and learning. \nHighlights:\n•Spend four nights on Rapa Nui\, seeing not only many moai and ahu (ceremonial platforms) but also Hanga Roa\, the island’s only urban settlement; Tahai Ceremonial Complex\, one of the island’s most important sites; Ahu Akivi\, whose seven moai are unique in that they are inland and face the ocean; Anakena Beach\, said to be where Polynesians first set foot on Rapa Nui; and Papa Vaka\, whose marine petroglyphs are typical rock art of the northern coast.\n•Spend five nights in the Atacama Desert area\, viewing a variety of geoglyphs such as those in the Lluta Valley\, known as the best-preserved in the region; Chiza\, where some of its hundreds of figures reach up to 300 feet in size; the Atacama Giant\, which is the world’s largest prehistoric\, anthropomorphic geoglyph; and Pintados\, where more than 350 figures are spread over nearly 2.5 miles.\n•Enjoy a tour and lunch at Santa Rita Winery\, ranked “best winery in the world” by Forbes\, plus visit the interesting Andean Museum on the winery’s property.\n•Learn about the ancient Chinchorro culture\, known for its very early\, sophisticated mummification process\, at sites such as the open-air Colón 10 Museum\, where 32 mummies may be viewed with their burial goods in situ.\n•Visit Valparaíso\, Chile’s unofficial cultural capital: a bohemian harbor town filled with faded mansions\, cobblestone streets\, and lively street art.\nThis exclusive\, small-group tour is limited to just 16 participants. Contact us to reserve your space on this unique program.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/chile-from-easter-island-to-the-atacama-desert/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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SUMMARY:Highlands\, Islands & Fjords
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary 10-night voyage from Scotland to Norway aboard the intimate\, 59-suite Hebridean Sky. Cruise through spectacular fjords\, visit remote islands and historic coastal communities\, and discover the archaeology\, history\, and natural beauty of the North Atlantic—all under the glow of the Midnight Sun. \nDr. Batey\, archaeologist and AIA lecturer/host\, will be part of a team of onboard experts who together will share knowledge and insights through a series of lectures and informal discussions. Delight in cruising for ten nights aboard the elegantly appointed Hebridean Sky\, well-suited for navigating Norway’s coastal waters in comfort. The ship’s 59 exceptionally spacious suites are all outward-facing\, with select accommodations offering private balconies. A highly attentive crew provides exceptional service. \nHIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: \n~LINGER in Norway’s most beautiful fjords including Sognefjord\, Norway’s longest; Hardangerfjord\, the “Queen of Fjords”; and Lysefjord beneath Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock).\n~UNCOVER layers of ancient history with visits to Scotland’s mysterious Pictish Stones; the prehistoric and Norse settlement of Jarlshof in the Shetland Islands; Stavanger’s world-renowned Archaeological Museum; and the Hopperstad Stave Church\, one of the oldest in Norway.\n~WATCH for extraordinary wildlife — puffins\, gannets\, and sea eagles overhead\, and minke whales\, porpoises\, and seals in the waters of Norway’s southern fjords in summer.\n~DISCOVER Loen’s Kjenndal Valley\, with sweeping glacier views\, serene lake crossings\, and a breathtaking ride on the Loen Skylift.\n~EXPLORE the valleys and farms of Sunnfjord\, a quieter\, more intimate fjord experience; and connect with local life during a day in Bygstad\, a quiet inland community seldom visited on cruise itineraries.\n~CALL ON Rosendal for an opportunity to walk in beautiful Hatteberg Valley or take in the icy magic of Folgefonna Glacier. STEP ASHORE at peaceful\, picturesque towns\, fishing villages\, and farms off the beaten track—splendid Art Nouveau Ålesund\, set on a cluster of coastal islands\, and charming Lillesand\, for its picturesque collection of traditional\, white-painted\, wooden houses. \nThe program is co-sponsored by other organizations\, so I encourage you to contact us today at (800) 748-6262 or aia@studytours.org to reserve your preferred suite or stateroom.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/highlands-islands-fjords-2/
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