VIETNAM & BOROBUDUR Gods, Stupas & Dancers

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1 Center for Khmer Studies VIETNAM & Gods, Stupas & Dancers With Olivier Bernier February 1 to 14, 2013

2 Center for Khmer Studies Dear Friends, Asia is at the center of the world economy; it is also a place of ancient and beautiful sites. In February 2013, in my capacity as Vice President of the Center for Khmer Studies, I plan to take a small group to explore both aspects of this fascinating area. We will begin in Hanoi and experience one aspect of Vietnam the link with its past, as well as its importance as the capital of a rapidly expanding economy; then in Danang, we will look at the Cham culture, so rich and powerful that, in the12th century, it challenged the mighty Khmer Empire. Finally, in Ho Chi Minh City we will discover the prosperous, bustling showplace of the new economy. From there to Borobudur is a leap through the centuries. This largest, most ornate, most fascinating of stupas will take us back to the richly intricate civilization of the 9th century, and its Buddhist themes will be complemented by the contemporary Hindu themes of nearby Prambanan. This is a highly appropriate trip for the Center for Khmer Studies. It is our mission to enhance education in Cambodia; and so we have a major, free public library; publication programs for college students; student exchange programs; fellowships and scholarships; and, while we function in Cambodia, our area of expertise spreads to all southeast Asia. As Vice President for more than ten years, I have been proud to watch our students learn and prosper. I hope you will join me on this trip to the diverse worlds of Vietnam and Borobudur and consider the postlude to Bali, that island of a thousand enchantments. Sincerely, OIivier Bernier Vice Chairman of the Board

3 Center for Khmer Studies VIETNAM & Gods, Stupas & Dancers February 1 to 14, 2013 Traditional water puppets (left) and the Temple of Literature (right), Hanoi. February 1 Friday February 2 Saturday February 3 Sunday February 4 Monday February 5 Tuesday NEW YORK DEPARTURE Depart this afternoon for Seoul, Korea. HANOI, VIETNAM Arrive in Seoul mid-afternoon and connect with the flight to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam and still a handsome French colonial city. Upon arrival in Hanoi in the late evening, transfer to the renowned Sofitel Legend Metropole. HANOI The morning is at leisure. In the afternoon, join Olivier Bernier on a visit to the History Museum where both Viet and Cham cultures are seen at their best; the 3,000-year-old bronze drums are one of its highlights. Continue to the 18th-century Temple of Literature with its row of steles recording the names of successful graduates, where Dr. Tran Doam Lam, a specialist in cultural history, will share his knowledge with us. Conclude at the Hoa Lu prison the famous Hanoi Hilton. This evening gather for our welcome dinner at the hotel. HANOI The day begins with visits to Ba Dinh Square, site of Ho Chi Minh s tomb, Ho Chi Minh s house on stilts, and the One-Pillar Pagoda. Then continue to the majestic Ngoc Son Temple, built on an island in picturesque Sword Lake. After lunch, travel by cyclo to admire and shop for the silk, silver and embroidery sold along 36th Street in the Old French Quarter. Following a traditional water puppet show, the evening is at leisure. HANOI I DANANG, VIETNAM Board a short morning flight to Danang and transfer to the new InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, our home for two nights. After lunch visit the Cham Museum and its new sculpture gallery. The Chams were rivals of the Khmer and had their own flourishing culture; their greatest sculptures are collected at the museum. Dinner is at the hotel.

4 Notre Dame Cathedral, Ho Chi Minh City (left) and the stupas of Borobudur (right). February 6 Wednesday February 7 Thursday February 8 Friday February 9 Saturday February 10 Sunday DANANG The focus today is My Son to see the extraordinary ruins of the 8th- to 11th-century Cham temples. Stop for lunch at a charming riverside restaurant in the ancient of Hoi An. Return to the hotel to enjoy the splendid white sand beach and the warm waters of the China Sea. Dinner is at the hotel. DANANG I HO CHI MINH CITY (SAIGON), VIETNAM This morning a seventy-minute flight brings us to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) for two nights at the Sheraton Hotel, situated on one of the city s best shopping streets. After lunch, we will study a thousand years of Vietnamese and Khmer culture at the Museum of Vietnamese History. There will be time at leisure for shopping before dinner at a restaurant where the excellence of Vietnamese cuisine will be on display. HO CHI MINH CITY Today a visit to Reunification Hall, the former Presidential Palace, will give us a vivid view of the Vietnam that was and why the South lost it. We will then look at some of the first-rate colonial architecture of the city at the Post Office (designed by Eiffel), Notre Dame Cathedral, and the City Hall. An optional visit is offered to the first museum of traditional Vietnamese medicine. HO CHI MINH CITY I, INDONESIA Depart on a flight to Singapore and connect with the flights to Jakarta and onward to Yogyakarta. Upon arrival in Yogyakarta in the evening transfer to the deluxe Amanjiwo Resort, where we will stay four nights. The resort consists of carefully-placed pavilions surrounded by a lush garden. Each room has a terrace facing the ancient site of Borobudur. Spend the morning visiting the 8th-century great stupa of Borobudur. Unique in size and quality, this huge stone pyramid, topped with many smaller stupas, is carved at every level with scenes of the life of the Buddha. Return to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure, and time to enjoy the superb facilities of our resort. Dinner is in the glamorous open-air dining room of the hotel.

5 February 11 Monday February 12 Tuesday February 13 Wednesday Focus today on the Prambanan Hindu temples, an 8th-century complex of tall, towered shrines whose shapes evoke the temples of India with interesting local variations. We will also visit a small group of early Buddhist temples nearby. Continue to Yogyakarta for lunch and an orientation tour, including time to visit the silversmiths, whose craft has long been a local tradition. Return to the hotel for dinner. This morning at Borobudur, we will continue our exploration of this amazing monument. Then depart with picnic lunches for the nearby nature area, site of an important 12th-century temple. Our farewell dinner at the hotel will be followed by a music or dance performance. Depart on a mid-afternoon flight to Jakarta. Connect with the flights to New York s JFK airport, arriving in the morning of February 14. OPTIONAL POSTLUDE BALI February 13 to 17 February 13 Wednesday February 14 Thursday February 15 Friday February 16 Saturday / BALI, INDONESIA Following a morning at leisure, depart for the airport and the mid-afternoon flight to Bali. Upon arrival, transfer to the Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay. Dinner is at the resort. BALI Today we begin exploring Bali s fascinating landscape. Dramatically terraced paddies rise along the hills and picturesque trees abound. See the palace of the former kings, the Hindu Temple (next to a cave where bats spend their daytime hours). Also see the world s largest Banyan Tree and visit a textile workshop. Following an afternoon at leisure, watch a Balinese dance performance a graceful and lush display. Gather for dinner at the hotel. BALI This morning we continue our exploration of Bali s spectacular landscapes. Return to the hotel to enjoy the superb amenities, including a spa, a cooking school, yoga classes and a Sketch by the Sea Pavilion where you can create your own drawing or painting of this beautiful destination. Dinner is at the hotel prior to the late-night transfer to the airport for the flights home. BALI / SEOUL / NEW YORK Depart on an early morning flight to Seoul and connect with the flight to New York, arriving at JFK Airport in the late morning.

6 Post Office designed by Gustave Eiffel (left) and City Hall (right), Ho Chi Minh City. LAND RATE $12,485 PER PERSON SINGLE SUPPLEMENT $3,325 RATE INCUDES Eleven nights hotel accommodations, as per itinerary Entrance fees for all included visits Breakfast daily, six lunches and seven dinners with local beer/wine. Bottled water and coffee/tea with all meals. Economy Class airfare: Hanoi / Danang / Ho Chi Minh City / Yogyakarta Airport / hotel group transfers Sightseeing as per itinerary, including the services of bilingual national guides Gratuities to local guides and drivers Taxes, service and porterage fees for one suitcase per person NOT INCLUDED IN RATE International airfare; passport and visa fees; meals not specified; alcoholic beverages other than local beer/wine at included dinners; personal items and expenses; trip insurance; excess baggage charges; transfers for those not on suggested group flights; any other items not specifically mentioned as included. OPTIONAL BALI POSTLUDE $3,825 per person. $925 single supplement. Includes three nights accommodations at the Four Seasons Jimbaran Resort; breakfast daily and two dinners; touring as per itinerary; Economy Class airfare Yogyakarta / Denpasar (Bali). Center for Khmer Studies GODS, STUPAS & DANCERS: VIETNAM & FEBRUARY 1 TO 14, 2013 RESERVATION APPLICATION To reserve a place, please return this form along with your deposit of $2,000 per person (of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees) payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, 1040 Avenue of the Americas, 23rd Floor, New York, New York Name(s) in Full as on Passport(s). Please Print. Address City State Zip Telephone (Home) (Business) Fax ACCOMMODATIONS I wish to share a room with Double Twin Single (with a supplement of $3,325) OPTIONAL BALI POSTLUDE I/We wish to join the optional postlude in Bali ($3,825 per person, $925 single supplement) FORM OF PAYMENT Enclosed is my check (payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad) Credit card (may be used for deposit only) Name on Credit Card Credit Card Number 3- or 4-Digit Security Code Expiration Date Each participant must sign below. I/We confirm that I/we have carefully read and agree to the Terms & Conditions of this Program. I/We agree to full payment by check 120 days prior to departure. Signature (Required) Date Signature (Required) Date For additional information, please contact Academic Arrangements Abroad Telephone: or Fax: trips@arrangementsabroad.com

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CST # On the cover: Temple stupas, Borobudur.