$3,995. Islands & Sanctuaries of the Gods An Exploration of Greece & the Greek Islands with a Small Group Aboard the Yacht Callisto

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1 With YaLe Professor Milette Gaifman Islands & Sanctuaries of the Gods An Exploration of Greece & the Greek Islands with a Small Group Aboard the Yacht Callisto May 5-14, 2012 Reduced prices starting from $3,995 per person ONCE-IN- A-LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY! Savings up to $5,100 per person S Low Single Supplement

2 For reservations or information, please call (203) Spring provides the perfect setting for a cruise to the fabled Greek Islands, when wildflowers blanket the craggy hillsides and enchanting ancient sites. With over 6,000 wildflower species (about 1,000 of which are found nowhere else), Greece s flora is the richest in Europe. Exploring the countryside and venerable ancient sanctuaries with a small group of travelers aboard a large private yacht at this time of the year is an unforgettable experience. Enjoy the Callisto on this lovely springtime voyage. Onboard Enrichment Program This voyage will be accompanied by a study leader who will enhance your travel experience with lectures and discussions throughout the trip. Onboard experts are not only first-rate scholars and teachers, but also friendly and approachable traveling companions, eager to share their knowledge through scheduled presentations and informal conversation. Yale Faculty Milette Gaifman, an expert Associate Professor in classical art and archaeology, has a joint appointment in Classics and History of Art at Yale. She did her undergraduate work at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and received her Ph.D. from Princeton. Her dissertation won the Jane Faggen award for most distinguished dissertation in Princeton s Department of Art and Archaeology in the years In 2009 she received the Heyman Prize from Yale College for outstanding scholarly publication. Before joining the Yale faculty, she was Hanadiv Fellow and Lecturer in Classical Art and Archaeology at Corpus Christi College, Oxford. She is the Yale representative to the managing committee of the American School in Athens and a member of the Archaeological Institute of America. A lively speaker, Professor Gaifman earns praise for her breadth of knowledge and accessibility to students. For this program she has prepared a series of talks on art and myth in ancient Greece. She looks forward to sharing her knowledge with Yale alumni on this exceptional travel program. Itinerary Saturday, May 5, 2012 FLY FROM USA Sunday, May 6 ATHENS EMBARK CORINTH CANAL, Greece Arrive in Athens and transfer to Sea Yacht Marina to board the Callisto. Sailing in the afternoon, Callisto will navigate the Corinth Canal, a narrow and scenic waterway. (D) Monday, May 7 ITEA DELPHI From the small port of Itea, drive through spectacular scenery to Delphi. Famed in antiquity for its oracle, Delphi is one of the most impressive ancient sites of Greece. (B, L, D) Tuesday, May 8 KATAKOLON OLYMPIA Dock in the port of Katakolon and drive to nearby Olympia. Situated in a beautiful pastoral setting, Olympia, a sacred precinct, was home to the first Olympic games held every four years from 776 b.c. to a.d (B, L, D) Wednesday, May 9 Kyparissia ARCADIA Land at the picturesque and seldom visited port town of Kyparissia. Explore fabled Arcadia, including the celebrated 5 th -century b.c. Temple of Apollo at Bassae, built on the summit of a rocky terrace. (B, L, D) Thursday, May 10 KYTHIRA According to legend, the lovely island of Kythira was the home of Aphrodite, the goddess of love. One of the most unspoiled of all the Cover: Greek Orthodox Church on Santorini This page: Olympia, home of the original games Typical white-washed house on Santorini Greek islands, Kythira is noted for its beautiful landscapes and bucolic villages. (B, L, D) Friday, May 11 RETHYMNON, CRETE The island of Crete was home to the Minoans, Europe s first advanced civilization. From picturesque Rethymnon, explore this amazing island, including its glorious countryside and the awe-inspiring Minoan Palace at Knossos. (B, L, D) Saturday, May 12 SANTORINI No island in the Mediterranean compares to Santorini, which rises sharply from the sea into formidable palisades. Spend time exploring this lovely island and enjoy lunch at a local taverna, sampling Santorini s specialties. (B, L, D) Sunday, May 13 SIFNOS One of the most beautiful of the Cycladic islands, Sifnos was known in antiquity for its wealth derived from its gold and silver mines. Today Sifnos is prized for its charming and characteristic villages with their typical whitewashed architecture. (B, L, D) Monday, May 14 PIRAEUS DISEMBARK ATHENS FLY TO USA (B)

3 Arcadia s breathtaking mountains Program Inclusions Educational program of lectures and discussions by Professor Gaifman 8-night cruise aboard the 34-guest Callisto Complete program of tours and excursions Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions aboard ship All meals aboard ship, including house wine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner Open bar aboard ship throughout the cruise Professional Travel Dynamics International tour staff Complete pre-departure materials Baggage handling and transfers abroad on the designated program arrival and departure dates Port and embarkation taxes Gratuities to porters, guides, and drivers NOT INCLUDED: Airfare; visa and passport fees (if applicable); luggage and trip cancellation insurance; meals, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes, and service; and gratuities to shipboard personnel. Typical cabin Callisto The most memorable voyages take place aboard a private yacht, where one is part of a small, select, sociable community. Cabins are appointed very comfortably. Public areas, whether indoors or out on deck, are warm, inviting places where fellow travelers meet for conversation, a drink, or to pass a pleasant hour with a good book. The cuisine is superb, and the service is considerate and congenial. This is the exceptional experience you ll enjoy aboard Callisto. A Private Yacht Experience The private yacht Callisto, accommodating just 34 guests, is ideal for an unique approach to cruising. Her small size allows visits to unspoiled ports not accessible to big cruises. Intimate Elegance All 17 exterior cabins are beautifully furnished, comfortably arranged, and complete with amenities that include large windows (portholes on Daphne Deck), generous storage space, climate control, mini-refrigerator, safe, telephone, TV, DVD/CD player, and marble bathroom with shower. The yacht s public areas, including an elegant restaurant surrounded by large picture windows, a spacious lounge and bar, and a library (with Internet access) surrounded by windows, are decorated with rich fabrics, handsome woodwork, gleaming brass, antiques, and fine works of art. The yacht also features a Jacuzzi, two broad decks for sunbathing, and a swimming platform. A Private Yacht, Not a Cruise Ship Deck Plan SWIM PLATFORM SUN DECK JACUZZI LOUNGE SUN DECK BAR RECEPTION Special Reduced Rates per person, double occupancy Category E D C CC B BB A AA LIBRARY 7 5 3* 1* 6 4* 2* * Cabin with full or queen-size bed Description BRIDGE DINING ROOM Outside cabins on Daphne Deck with portholes. Cabins 16 & 19 Outside cabins on Daphne Deck with portholes. Cabins 12, 14, 15, 17 Outside cabin on Leto Cabin 5 Cabins 1 & 2 Cabins 7-9 Outside cabin on Leto windows. Cabin 6 windows. Cabins 3 & 4 windows. Cabins 10 & 11 Phoebe Deck Cleo Deck Leto Deck Daphne Deck your reduced rates Original Published rates $3,995 $7,495 $4,495 $7,995 $4,995 $8,995 $5,495 $9,795 $5,995 $10,495 $6,395 $10,995 $6,795 $11,795 $7,295 $12,395 LOW Single SUPPLEMENT: A limited number of cabins are available for solo travelers at a supplement of $795 in Categories D-CC.

4 General Information Payment Schedule: A deposit of $1,500 per person is required to reserve your space on the tour. For your convenience, you may charge your deposit to your American Express, Visa, Discover, or MasterCard. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure. Credit cards are not accepted for final payment. However, personal checks are accepted for both deposits and final payment. Cancellations & Refunds: All cancellations are subject to a $300 per person fee. Cancellations received days prior to departure will be assessed a penalty equal to 50% of the total program cost per person. Cancellations received within 30 days of departure are subject to 100% cancellation penalties. No cancellation is valid until received in writing in the office of the Association of Yale Alumni. Insurance: We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance, which is available for coverage of expenses in conjunction with cancellation due to illness or accident. Baggage insurance is also recommended. In the event that you must cancel your participation in a travel program, trip cancellation insurance may be the only source of reimbursement. Itinerary: The itinerary, accommodations, and arrangements are subject to change at the discretion of Travel Dynamics International and Yale Educational Travel. Responsibility: Please read carefully the following terms and conditions, which constitute the sole, legally enforceable agreements between the passenger and Travel Dynamics International and Yale University and the Association of Yale Alumni. The passenger is also advised to review his/ her separate ticket passage contract with the vessel s owner/operator, which will constitute the sole, legally enforceable terms of carriage for this tour and is available on request from Travel Dynamics International. 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Resolution of any disputes arising hereunder shall be brought within the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, pursuant to the applicable general maritime law, and applying the applicable general maritime law and Federal maritime statutes. Rates: Tour costs are based upon current airfares, tariffs, and currency values. While we do everything possible to maintain the listed prices, they are subject to change. Fuel Supplement: Travel Dynamics International reserves the right to charge a fuel supplement, without prior notice, if the NYMEX oil price exceeds $85 per barrel. This supplement may be charged even if the cruise fare has been paid in full. Ship s Registry: Greece CST # TDI AIRFARE: Airfare is not included in the listed rates. Please contact your preferred airline, travel agent, or the Travel Dynamics International air desk operated by Valerie Wilson Travel, Inc. (VWTI) for airfare information and to reserve flights. 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5 BOX NEW HAVEN, CT PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID New Haven, CT Permit #519 TIME-VALUE MATERIAL The Cycladic island of Sifnos ISLANDS & SANCTUARIES OF THE Gods An Exploration of Greece & the Greek Islands with a Small Group Aboard the Yacht Callisto Reduced prices starting from $3,995 per person YALE 12814RP Ancient Delphi ONCE-IN- A-LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY! Savings up to $5,100 per person S Low Single Supplement For reservations or information, please contact Yale Educational Travel at (203)