Featuring Two Nights aboard the Luxurious Rovos Rail. Harvard History Professor. Maya. Jasanoff

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1 Featuring Harvard History Professor Maya Jasanoff Grand South Africa Featuring Two Nights aboard the Luxurious Rovos Rail March 24 April 5, 2014

2 Grand South Africa: Featuring Two Nights aboard the Luxurious Rovos Rail March 24 April 5, 2014 (12 nights/13 days) During game drives at Kamapa Private Game Reserve, be on the lookout for an alert family of juvenile lions (cover) and try to spot the subtle differences in stripe patterns that distinguish one zebra from another. Travel to South Africa to experience the diverse threads of South Africa s history, an animal kingdom of enormous abundance and diversity, the birthplace of mankind s earliest ancestors, the meeting place of two great oceans, and the juxtaposition of transplanted European values and indigenous tribal norms. Discover the rich history of South Africa s oldest city, Cape Town; marvel at the beauty of the Cape Peninsula; and explore the justly acclaimed Stellenbosch wine region. Then board the luxurious Rovos Rail for a two-day journey across South Africa s sweeping landscapes, enjoying all the comforts of the golden age of train travel: unsurpassed service, elegant traditional furnishings and period décor, panoramic views of spectacular landscapes, and fine dining. Visit Kimberley, site of the first diamond discoveries in South Africa; Pretoria, South Africa s administrative capital; and the country s economic engine, Johannesburg, where the struggles of apartheid played out so dramatically. End your adventure at Kapama Southern Camp for a magnificent safari experience. You may also extend your trip, if you wish, and fly to Zimbabwe to see the thundering wonder of Victoria Falls. TO book A TRIP CALL OR VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/HAA/TRAVEL

3 HAA Study Leader Maya Jasanoff teaches and researches the history of the British Empire. She has written two books: Edge of Empire: Lives, Culture, and Conquest in the East, (2005), which won the Duff Cooper Prize, and Liberty s Exiles: American Loyalists in the Revolutionary World (2011), the first global history of the loyalists who fled the United States after the American Revolution, and resettled in Canada, the Caribbean, Britain, Sierra Leone, and beyond. Liberty s Exiles won numerous distinctions including the 2012 National Book Critics Circle Award for Non-Fiction and the George Washington Book Prize. A 2013 John Simon Guggenheim Fellow, Jasanoff is currently working on a new book about the novelist Joseph Conrad. Her essays and reviews regularly appear in publications including The New Republic, The New York Review of Books, and The Guardian. Other Featured Lecturer David Welsh, a Capetonian by birth, has lived all his life in South Africa. He studied at the Universities of Cape Town and Oxford and was Professor of Southern African Studies at the University of Cape Town from 1963 until 1997, at which time he became a full-time writer. His major interest, both as a scholar and a human rights activist, is the system of apartheid and how it ended. His most recent book, The Rise and Fall of Apartheid (2010), explores the issues and events that led to South Africa s fast and relatively peaceful transformation from apartheid to democracy. David, an experienced lecturer on Rovos Rail programs, will lead in-depth discussions about South Africa s complicated political history. His wife, social anthropologist Virginia van der Vliet, will also be on hand to add to the discussion; the author of The Politics of AIDS (1996), she is a noted expert in HIV transmission and containment. Enjoy the thrill of seeing wild animals in their native habitat from open-air safari vehicles on guided game drives. For detailed itineraries VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/HAA/TRAVEL

4 Schedule by Day A panoramic view of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain (center) offers a lofty perspective routinely enjoyed by brilliantly hued lilac-br Monday Tuesday, March Home / Cape Town, South Africa Depart home and travel overnight to Cape Town. Welcome reception. Mount Nelson Hotel (R) Wednesday, March 26 Cape Town Weather permitting, ride cable cars to the top of Table Mountain for breathtaking views of the city and the Cape Peninsula. Then travel to the beautifully restored town of Stellenbosch, the center of the Cape s wine industry and renowned for its Cape Dutch architecture. Visit a local vineyard and sample a selection of South Africa s excellent wines. Mount Nelson Hotel (B,L) Thursday, March 27 Cape Town Board a ferry to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela and other freedom fighters were once imprisoned. At the prison hear riveting personal stories from former inmates now serving as guides. In the afternoon visit Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, established in 1913 as a center for the study and preservation of the indigenous flora of South Africa. Nestled at the foot of Table Mountain, the garden boasts a spectacular collection of proteas, including the King Protea, South Africa s national flower. It also regularly exhibits Zimbabwean stone sculptures. Mount Nelson Hotel (B,L,D) Friday, March 28 Cape Town / Cape Peninsula Depart for the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point, at the southwestern tip of the African continent. At Boulders Beach, observe the resident colony of African penguins. Return to Cape Town along the scenic False Bay coastline. Mount Nelson Hotel (B,L) Saturday, March 29 Cape Town / Board Rovos Rail Board Rovos Rail and depart Cape Town this morning. From the comfort of the observation car or a private compartment, watch the South African landscape transform from the lush valleys, vineyards, and sculpted mountains of the Western Cape to the stark desolation of the Great Karoo Desert. Arrive in Matjiesfontein, a charming oasis in the Little Karoo, and stroll through the historic town before dinner on board the train. Rovos Rail (B,L,D) Sunday, March 30 Kimberley Disembark in Kimberly for a visit to the Diamond Museum and the Big Hole, the largest man-made excavation in the world, where millions of tons of diamondiferous kimberlite ore were discovered and excavated. Rovos Rail (B,L,D) Monday, March 31 Johannesburg Aboard Rovos Rail, cross the Vaal River into the Transvaal and disembark in Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa. Tour historic Church Square and the impressive Union Buildings, headquarters for the South African government since Palazzo Hotel (B,L) Tuesday, April 1 Johannesburg Visit the African Leadership Academy, a pan-african secondary institution that aims to educate and develop outstanding students into the next generation of African leaders, and the Apartheid Museum, a sobering examination of South Africa s turbulent racial history. Palazzo Hotel (B,L,D) Wednesday Thursday, April 2 3 Kapama Private Game Reserve Fly from Johannesburg to Kapama Private Game Reserve adjacent to Kruger National Park and check in to the luxurious Kapama Southern Camp, which overlooks the bushveld and a waterhole frequented by elephants. Participate in morning and afternoon game drives, For detailed itineraries VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/HAA/TRAVEL

5 AIR RAIL LAND Zambia VICTORIA FALLS Zimbabwe Nambibia Botswana PRETORIA JOHANNESBURG Kruger Mozambique National Park KAPAMA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE Atlantic Ocean CAPE TOWN South Africa KIMBERLEY Lesotho Indian Ocean easted rollers and long-necked giraffes. looking for lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalos, black rhinos, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and other large mammals that inhabit the reserve. Kapama is also a birdwatcher s paradise, with a great diversity of bird species in residence. Kapana Southern Camp (2B,2L,2D) Friday Saturday, April 4 5 Kapama Private Game Reserve / Johannesburg / Home After a final morning game drive, fly to Johannesburg and relax in day rooms at an airport hotel before boarding flights home, arriving on April 5. (B,L) Optional Post-Tour Extension to Victoria Falls Friday Tuesday, April 4 8 Fly from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and check in to the elegant Victoria Falls Hotel, which overlooks the Zambezi River within sight of the eastern cataract of spectacular Victoria Falls. This grand Edwardianstyle hotel was recently redecorated and refurbished. The first hotel built at Victoria Falls, it is a gracious refuge set in lush tropical gardens a few minutes walk to the falls. Hike to the falls for fascinating views and enjoy a cruise on the Zambezi River. Additional details will be sent to confirmed participants. Rates: $2,350 per person, double occupancy; $3,050 per person, single occupancy. Details Activity Level: Active Co-sponsors: National Trust Tours Group size: 32 maximum What to Expect The pace of this tour is active; all participants should be in good health and capable of walking over rough terrain without assistance from tour staff. Adventure-filled days will be balanced by relaxed periods on the train and between game drives at Kapama Southern Camp. Game drives depart early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the hottest part of the day. Open-air safari vehicles, which greatly enhance the game-viewing experience, can be dusty and the ride somewhat bumpy. In March, average daily high and low temperatures in Cape Town are 76 F and 60 F and in Johannesburg are 74 F and 58 F, with occasional rain. Daily highs at Kapama can reach into the 80s F, with cooler evenings. Participants with medical issues and/or dietary restrictions must make them known to us well before departure, and impairments regarding mobility must be disclosed prior to booking. If you have any questions about the level of activity of this program or your ability to participate, please call HAA at Highlights Experience the beauty of the Cape Peninsula and the drama of Cape Horn at the southern tip of Africa. Visit the Stellenbosch wine region and sample some of South Africa s renowned wines. Ride the luxurious Rovos Rail for two nights through the sweeping landscapes of South Africa, stopping at Kimberley to learn about the birthplace of the country s diamond industry. Discover the cultural richness of South Africa, where many peoples from many parts of the world have, over time, created a diverse and engaging population. Fly to the private Kapama Private Game Reserve and thrill at close-up views of the Big Five (lion, elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard, and rhino).

6 Rovos rail Enjoy the many pleasures of sophisticated train travel aboard the distinguished Rovos Rail. Each coach has been meticulously restored to worldclass standards of sleeping accommodations, dining, and sightseeing. Each sleeping carriage has two Royal Suites (172 square feet with bathtub and shower), three Deluxe Suites (118 square feet with shower), or five Pullman Suites (75 square feet with shower). All accommodations offer en suite facilities, individual temperature controls, mini-bar, sitting area, and wardrobe. Complimentary bar service is included throughout your stay on board the train, and meals feature the finest in continental and local cuisine, including internationally recognized wines. Pricing Category Double Single Deluxe Suite $9,950 $14,440 Bed configuration: Queen, adjoining Twins, or L-shaped Twins Royal suite $10,750 Bed configuration: Queen or adjoining Twins Pullman Suite $12,940 Bed configuration: Double fold-away or two fold-away Twins Air Arrangements: U.S. domestic and international airfare is not included in the program rates. On-tour airfare between Johannesburg and Kapama Private Game Reserve is included in the program rates. Economy-class airfare between Boston and Cape Town with return from Johannesburg is approximately $1,400 as of May 2013 and is subject to change without notice. GENERAL INFORMATION TOUR COST INCLUSIONS: All accommodations and meals as specified in the itinerary; All excursions as specified in the itinerary; Full program of briefings, lectures, and presentations; On-tour roundtrip airfare between Johannesburg and Kapama Private Game Reserve; Wine with welcome and farewell receptions; All ground transportation and the on-tour flight within program itinerary; Bottled water during daily excursions; Private transfer by car on arrival day and group transfer by motorcoach on departure day; Baggage handling for one checked piece and one carry-on piece per person; Entrance fees; Airport and hotel taxes; Gratuities to porters, wait staff, guides, drivers, and train crew for all group activities; Professional tour manager; $50,000 Emergency Medical Evacuation Insurance. TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS: U.S. domestic and international airfare; Passport and visa fees; Medical expenses and immunizations; Meals and beverages other than those specified as included; Dishes and beverages not part of the included meals; Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour; Alcohol except as otherwise indicated in Inclusions; Excess baggage charges; Trip-cancellation/ interruption and baggage insurance; Independent airport transfers; Laundry, room service, telephone/ /fax charges, and other items of a personal nature RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS, & FINAL PAYMENT: To reserve a space on this program, a $1,000 deposit is required per person. Please either call us at or , or fill out and mail or fax the registration form found in this brochure. Reservations are acknowledged in order of receipt until the maximum enrollment has been reached. Final payment deadline is November 25, 2013, 120 days prior to departure. CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS: Notification of cancellation must be received in writing by HAA from the participant. Cancellations within 14 days of booking; full refund; cancellations received up to 120 days prior to departure will be assessed a cancellation fee of $1,000 per person. Cancellations received within 120 days prior to departure are subject to 100% penalty of all deposits and payments. Itinerary Changes: The itinerary contained in this brochure is accurate at the time of printing. We reserve the right to change the program or accommodations as conditions warrant. INSURANCE: We highly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance. An application for insurance will be provided by HAA upon confirmation. RESPONSIBILITY: Certain other provisions apply regarding limitations of liability and rights of HAA and the tour operator. The statement of responsibility is available at rovos-rail. If you are not able to access the internet, please call HAA Travels at or DISCLAIMER: Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented in this publication. Neither HAA nor the tour operator is responsible for errors in or damages resulting from use of the information contained herein. Information contained in this brochure is subject to change. QUESTIONS: Please call HAA Travels at or ; haatravels@harvard.edu. California Seller of Travel Program CST # TO book A TRIP CALL OR VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/HAA/TRAVEL

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