GALAPAGOS GALAPAGOS GALAPAGOS JANUARY 27-FEBRUARY 5, DAY EXPEDITION JANUARY 27-FEBRUARY 5, DAY EXPEDITION

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1 VOYAGE ACCOMMODATIONS PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID While the intimate Evolution may carry just 32 guests, she features an abundance of public space, including a comfortable lounge for briefings by our naturalists, a canopied bar perfect for enjoying a drink on deck, and a sun deck to relax between excursions. Your air-conditioned cabin is the perfect haven, featuring private facilities and ample storage space. And whether in the dining room or al fresco dining area, each meal boasts international and traditional Ecuadorian cuisine, fresh fruit and sumptuous desserts. A1 A1 A1 A2 A2 A2 Enjoy the archipelago s best guest-toguide ratio on small-group departures of just guests. C5 C5 C6 C6 C5 C6 C7 C7 C7 ROOM ROOM ROOM C8 C8 C8 C C C C3 C3 C3 C9 C9 C9 C2 C2 C2 D D D C1 C1 C1 ike among red-footed boobies, storm petrels & short-eared owls on outlying Genovesa Island. D1 D1 D1 ENGINE D3 D3 D3 D2 D2 D2 WAT S INCLUDED Snorkeling gear and wet suits Full educational program with lectures and field interpretation All scheduled transportation by land and ship. All excursions accompanied by English speaking naturalist guides. (Three guides for groups 26-32) Complete pre-departure information to help you get the most out of your expedition. Most meals. All transfers, porterage and service charges. In summary, everything except international and in-country airfare; ticketing fee; U.S. domestic and international departure taxes; air or ship fuel surcharges; tips to naturalist guides and Evolution crew; passport fees; and items of a personal nature, such as laundry, alcoholic beverages, etc. CANCELLATION: All cancellations must be made in writing and are effective upon receipt in our office. Cancellations received up to 90 days prior to departure will be refunded all monies less an administrative charge of $300. Cancellations between 89 and 61 days prior to departure are assessed 50 percent of the cost of the voyage. Cancellations between 60 and 0 days prior to departure are assessed the full cost of the voyage. RATES AND FARES: All rates and fares are accurate and available at the time of publication. Costs are based on a minimum of 10 guests for the expedition and 10 for the extension. INSURANCE: Optional travel protection information will be sent upon receipt of your reservation form and deposit. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. CST: VOYAGE RESERVATION CERTIFICATE A deposit of $600 per person is required for the Galapagos Voyage. If you wish to take the Machu Picchu extension, an additional $150 per person is required. Please make checks payable to International Expeditions, and return your deposit and reservation form, along with a copy of the picture page of your passport to: INTERNATIONAL EXPEDITIONS ATTN: BRANDEIS ALUMNI TRAVEL One Environs Park elena, Alabama DEPARTURE DATE: January 27, 2017 Please guarantee Galapagos Voyage Machu Picchu Birth Birth Address City State Phone () Person with whom you wish to room: Assign roommate for me on the Galapagos Voyage. Assign roommate for me on the Machu Picchu Extension. Smoker Yes No Savor the most public outdoor space & largest cabins of any ship in this class aboard the M/V Evolution. Learn about wildlife conservation efforts. (Limited singles available. Single supplement charges will be applied when required or requested.) (W) Zip Book my air reservations from to Guayaquil, Ecuador for an additional cost. (Airfare subject to change until ticketed. $50 ticketing fee will apply.) I have read and accept the conditions and further understand and agree that the trip I am taking may have risks. I therefore assume all risks involved with regard to this trip and agree that Brandeis University, International Expeditions and its affiliates will in no way be responsible for any injury or damage to me. This is acknowledged by me knowingly and willfully and shall be binding on my heirs and next of kin. EAC PARTICIPANT MUST SIGN TIS WAIVER. CREDIT CARD INFORMATION: Credit Card Credit Card # ACCOMMODATIONS: Snorkel in an extinct volcanic cone at Devil s Crown. AIR TRANSPORTATION: I/We authorize International Expeditions to: spaces for the Cat. (D Deck) $6,198 Cat. (C Deck) $6,398 Cat. 3 (C Deck) $6,78 Cat. 2 (A Deck) $7,28 Cat. 1 (A Deck) $7,698 Single Cat. (D Deck) $7,698 Single Cat. (C Deck) $7,898 Fax EXPLORING DARWIN S ENCANTED ISLES EXPEDITION IGLIGTS AL FRESCO A3 A3 A3 ROOF Institutional Advancement Division Brandeis University, Mailstop South Street, Waltham, MA 025 BIRMINGAM, AL PERMIT #320 Exp. (My signature authorizes the processing of the deposit, airfare and final payment to the above credit card. If your deposit is paid by credit card, the final payment will automatically be charged to the same credit card on the appropriate due date.)

2 DEAR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS, Join your Brandeis friends and family on a spectacular 10-day voyage to one of the GENOVESA most majestic places on earth, the Galapagos Islands, January 27 - February 5, The Galapagos Islands are a preeminent destination for those who love wildlife and the natural world. Isolated for millions of years, the area was colonized by plants and animals that evolved and developed within this pristine ecosystem. Tortoises grew to giant proportions, Guayaquil Cusco iguanas took to the ocean in search of food and tiny finches adapted in this timeless world. SANTIAGO In partnership with naturalist guides and experts, the tour will be led by Dan L. Perlman, Giant tortoises Brandeis professor of biology and environmental studies. Professor Perlman has spent January 27-February 5, 2017 PRICE PER PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) FERNANDINA (D Deck) $6,198 (C Deck) $6,398 (C Deck) $6,78 (A Deck) $7,28 (A Deck) $7,698 wildlife and habitats with you. the area aboard zodiacs, as you cruise among volcanic cliffs, watch blue-footed boobies I encourage you to make your reservations today as accommodations aboard this Sherry Boyd Playa Ocho Saturday, February SAN CRISTÓBAL Sincerely, / LIMA Fly to Lima, and overnight at the Costa del Sol. (Meals Aloft) LIMA / CUSCO / URUBAMBA VALLEY Urubamba Valley. Stop in Chinchero to browse and shop for ESPAÑOLA FLOREANA Andean handicrafts. Visit the Urubamba Market and spend tonight at the Aranwa otel. (B,L,D) Up-close wildlife encounter Monday, February 6 MACU PICCU Board the train to Machu Picchu, where we spend the afternoon exploring the VOYAGE ITINERARY boobies perform their comical courtship dance in the open areas. ike to a scenic lagoon, observing Galapagos hawk, Friday, January 27 ARRIVE GUAYAQUIL mockingbird and a variety of Darwin s finches. (B,L,D) Fly independently to Guayaquil, and transfer to the otel Oro Verde. (Meals Aloft) Saturday, January 28 Thursday, February 2 FLOREANA ISLAND ike to Post Office Bay, once used by navigators to send mail with homebound GUAYAQUIL / SAN CRISTOBAL: PLAYA OCOA & KICKER ROCK Fly to the islands and board the messengers. Swim and kayak before a walk along the olivine ruins with our guide. Spend two nights at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo otel. (B,L,D) Tuesday, February 7 MACU PICCU Today is yours to explore Machu Picchu or simply relax! Wake early and hike to the Sun Gate, or enjoy birding in the abundant gardens surrounding our hotel. (B,L,D) F. Patricia Patsy Fisher Evolution. Stroll along the beach at Playa Ochoa, where a tidal beaches of Punta Cormorant. After hiking to a flamingo lagoon, Wednesday, February 8 Vice President, Alumni Relations lagoon plays host to flamingo and Chatham mockingbird. Enjoy spot fish and sea turtles during a stroll along the beach. Enjoy SACSAYUAMÁN / CUSCO a sunset cruise around Kicker Rock. (B,L,D) snorkeling at Devil s Crown, where sea water has filled the Explore Ollantaytambo, where temples and fortresses were sunken cone of an extinct volcano. (B,L,D) built to protect the Sacred Valley. After a Paso Fino horse FACULTY LEADER DAN PERLMAN Dan is associate provost of Innovation in Education, director of the Center for Teaching and Learning, and professor of Biology and Environmental Studies at Brandeis University, where he teaches conservation biology, ecology, and animal behavior. e has coauthored three textbooks on conservation biology and ecology: Practical Ecology for Planners, Developers, and Citizens (with Jeffrey C. Milder); Conserving Earth s Biodiversity (an interactive CD-ROM created with Edward O. Wilson); and Biodiversity: Exploring Values and Priorities in Conservation (with Glenn Adelson). In addition, he developed a Web site from which he freely distributes teaching materials he has developed for ecology and environmental studies ( e has been awarded university-wide teaching awards at Brandeis University (the Student Union Teaching Award twice and the Louis Dembitz Brandeis Prize for Excellence in Teaching once) and at arvard University (the Phi Beta Kappa Prize for Excellence in Teaching), where he taught conservation biology part-time for nine years. e received a Ph.D. from arvard University s Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology. Fly to Cusco the heart of the Inca Empire and drive into the Post Office Bay small ship are limited and expected to fill quickly. (800) ext sherry.boyd@ietravel.com SANTA FE snorkel or just relax in the cool waters of the Pacific Ocean. Perhaps most importantly, February 5-11, 2017 For more information contact International Expeditions: Puerto Ayora Sunday, February 5 dive-bombing for food and more. make this experience as enriching as it is memorable. Park fees and in-country airfare are subject to change and must be purchased through IE. MACU PICCU & CUSCO EXTENSION ITINERARY enough to navigate the inlets but large enough to feel spacious. You may also explore In-Country Airfare $759 Park Fee $185 The Lost City of Machu Picchu SOUT PLAZA Travelers will enjoy the intimacy of the 32-passenger M/V Evolution, which is small you will enjoy the camaraderie of a wonderful group of Brandeis travelers who will PRICE PER PERSON NORT SEYMOUR BALTRA San Cristobal ISABELA to as Bird Island for the vast numbers of pelagic seabirds that come there to nest. (D Deck) $7,698 (C Deck) $7,898 Double Occupancy $3,98 Single Occupancy $,88 SANTA CRUZ As a special feature of this tour, travelers will visit Genovesa Island, commonly referred Each day will be full of new discoveries, but this tour also allows plenty of time to swim, 6-DAY MACU PICCU & CUSCO EXTENSION Black Turtle Cove time in the Galapagos and is looking forward to sharing his knowledge of its amazing PRICE PER PERSON (SINGLE OCCUPANCY) In-Country Airfare $600 Park Fee $135 SOMBRERO CINO Sunday, January 29 SOUT PLAZA ISLAND South Plaza is one of the archipelago s smallest islands. Look for yellow land Friday, February 3 SANTA CRUZ ISLAND Learn about the iguana on a walk to a grove of prickly-pear cactus. Non-hikers can Charles Darwin Research Station s efforts to preserve Galapagos enjoy a Zodiac ride, watching for swallow-tailed gull, red-billed Snorkel with sea turtles, penguins and sea lions opportunity to see giant tortoises in the wild. (B,L,D) tropicbird and blue-footed booby. (B,L,D) Monday, January 30 SOMBRERO CINO ISLAND / SANTIAGO Sombrero Chino or Chinese at wildlife. ead into the forested highlands, with ample Prince Philip s Steps to an area with colonies of red-footed booby. Saturday, February / GUAYAQUIL Enjoy a Watch for short-eared owl. Explore Darwin Bay, home to the rare Zodiac ride through Black Turtle Cove, drifting silently through features a primeval landscape of volcanic rubble and lava tubes. lava gull. While anchored at Genovesa, enjoy an opportunity this area of mangroves. Fly to Guayaquil, with time to relax at Search the tide pools of Puerto Egas for sea life and watch for to swim, kayak and snorkel in the calm caldera of this partially the otel Oro Verde. (B, L Aloft) marine iguana. Our naturalists will point out birdlife, including eroded volcano. (B,L,D) ISLAND: PUERTO EGAS great blue heron, lava heron, oystercatcher and yellow-crowned night heron. (B,L,D) Wednesday, February 1 NORT SEYMOUR ISLAND / SANTA FE ISLAND North Seymour is the nesting site for a large population Tuesday, January 31 GENOVESA ISLAND Genovesa harbors one of magnificent frigatebirds and the only place where we can of the Galapagos largest and most diverse bird populations. Climb always find males showing their red gular pouches. Blue-footed Sunday, February 5 DEPART GUAYAQUIL Board your independent flight home. (B, Meals Aloft) Please Note: Itinerary subject to change based on Galapagos National Park regulations. OLLANTAYTAMBO / Catch the train to Urubamba. show, continue across the valley toward Cusco. We stop at Sacsayhuamán a fortress of massive stones which zigzags across the side of the mountain. Spend two nights at the Aranwa otel. (B,L,D) Thursday, February 9 CUSCO Stroll the streets of Cusco, exploring the Koricancha, Santa Catalina Convent, and the Cathedral. The afternoon is free to explore on your own before a farewell dinner featuring Andean fare. (B,L,D) Friday, February 10 CUSCO / LIMA / EN ROUTE Fly to Lima for lunch and an afternoon at leisure. Transfer to the airport for overnight flights. (B,L) Saturday, February 11 U.S. Arrive in the U.S. and connect with your flight home. (Meals Aloft)

3 DEAR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS, Join your Brandeis friends and family on a spectacular 10-day voyage to one of the GENOVESA most majestic places on earth, the Galapagos Islands, January 27 - February 5, The Galapagos Islands are a preeminent destination for those who love wildlife and the natural world. Isolated for millions of years, the area was colonized by plants and animals that evolved and developed within this pristine ecosystem. Tortoises grew to giant proportions, Guayaquil Cusco iguanas took to the ocean in search of food and tiny finches adapted in this timeless world. SANTIAGO In partnership with naturalist guides and experts, the tour will be led by Dan L. Perlman, Giant tortoises Brandeis professor of biology and environmental studies. Professor Perlman has spent January 27-February 5, 2017 PRICE PER PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) FERNANDINA (D Deck) $6,198 (C Deck) $6,398 (C Deck) $6,78 (A Deck) $7,28 (A Deck) $7,698 wildlife and habitats with you. the area aboard zodiacs, as you cruise among volcanic cliffs, watch blue-footed boobies I encourage you to make your reservations today as accommodations aboard this Sherry Boyd Playa Ocho Saturday, February SAN CRISTÓBAL Sincerely, / LIMA Fly to Lima, and overnight at the Costa del Sol. (Meals Aloft) LIMA / CUSCO / URUBAMBA VALLEY Urubamba Valley. Stop in Chinchero to browse and shop for ESPAÑOLA FLOREANA Andean handicrafts. Visit the Urubamba Market and spend tonight at the Aranwa otel. (B,L,D) Up-close wildlife encounter Monday, February 6 MACU PICCU Board the train to Machu Picchu, where we spend the afternoon exploring the VOYAGE ITINERARY boobies perform their comical courtship dance in the open areas. ike to a scenic lagoon, observing Galapagos hawk, Friday, January 27 ARRIVE GUAYAQUIL mockingbird and a variety of Darwin s finches. (B,L,D) Fly independently to Guayaquil, and transfer to the otel Oro Verde. (Meals Aloft) Saturday, January 28 Thursday, February 2 FLOREANA ISLAND ike to Post Office Bay, once used by navigators to send mail with homebound GUAYAQUIL / SAN CRISTOBAL: PLAYA OCOA & KICKER ROCK Fly to the islands and board the messengers. Swim and kayak before a walk along the olivine ruins with our guide. Spend two nights at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo otel. (B,L,D) Tuesday, February 7 MACU PICCU Today is yours to explore Machu Picchu or simply relax! Wake early and hike to the Sun Gate, or enjoy birding in the abundant gardens surrounding our hotel. (B,L,D) F. Patricia Patsy Fisher Evolution. Stroll along the beach at Playa Ochoa, where a tidal beaches of Punta Cormorant. After hiking to a flamingo lagoon, Wednesday, February 8 Vice President, Alumni Relations lagoon plays host to flamingo and Chatham mockingbird. Enjoy spot fish and sea turtles during a stroll along the beach. Enjoy SACSAYUAMÁN / CUSCO a sunset cruise around Kicker Rock. (B,L,D) snorkeling at Devil s Crown, where sea water has filled the Explore Ollantaytambo, where temples and fortresses were sunken cone of an extinct volcano. (B,L,D) built to protect the Sacred Valley. After a Paso Fino horse FACULTY LEADER DAN PERLMAN Dan is associate provost of Innovation in Education, director of the Center for Teaching and Learning, and professor of Biology and Environmental Studies at Brandeis University, where he teaches conservation biology, ecology, and animal behavior. e has coauthored three textbooks on conservation biology and ecology: Practical Ecology for Planners, Developers, and Citizens (with Jeffrey C. Milder); Conserving Earth s Biodiversity (an interactive CD-ROM created with Edward O. Wilson); and Biodiversity: Exploring Values and Priorities in Conservation (with Glenn Adelson). In addition, he developed a Web site from which he freely distributes teaching materials he has developed for ecology and environmental studies ( e has been awarded university-wide teaching awards at Brandeis University (the Student Union Teaching Award twice and the Louis Dembitz Brandeis Prize for Excellence in Teaching once) and at arvard University (the Phi Beta Kappa Prize for Excellence in Teaching), where he taught conservation biology part-time for nine years. e received a Ph.D. from arvard University s Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology. Fly to Cusco the heart of the Inca Empire and drive into the Post Office Bay small ship are limited and expected to fill quickly. (800) ext sherry.boyd@ietravel.com SANTA FE snorkel or just relax in the cool waters of the Pacific Ocean. Perhaps most importantly, February 5-11, 2017 For more information contact International Expeditions: Puerto Ayora Sunday, February 5 dive-bombing for food and more. make this experience as enriching as it is memorable. Park fees and in-country airfare are subject to change and must be purchased through IE. MACU PICCU & CUSCO EXTENSION ITINERARY enough to navigate the inlets but large enough to feel spacious. You may also explore In-Country Airfare $759 Park Fee $185 The Lost City of Machu Picchu SOUT PLAZA Travelers will enjoy the intimacy of the 32-passenger M/V Evolution, which is small you will enjoy the camaraderie of a wonderful group of Brandeis travelers who will PRICE PER PERSON NORT SEYMOUR BALTRA San Cristobal ISABELA to as Bird Island for the vast numbers of pelagic seabirds that come there to nest. (D Deck) $7,698 (C Deck) $7,898 Double Occupancy $3,98 Single Occupancy $,88 SANTA CRUZ As a special feature of this tour, travelers will visit Genovesa Island, commonly referred Each day will be full of new discoveries, but this tour also allows plenty of time to swim, 6-DAY MACU PICCU & CUSCO EXTENSION Black Turtle Cove time in the Galapagos and is looking forward to sharing his knowledge of its amazing PRICE PER PERSON (SINGLE OCCUPANCY) In-Country Airfare $600 Park Fee $135 SOMBRERO CINO Sunday, January 29 SOUT PLAZA ISLAND South Plaza is one of the archipelago s smallest islands. Look for yellow land Friday, February 3 SANTA CRUZ ISLAND Learn about the iguana on a walk to a grove of prickly-pear cactus. Non-hikers can Charles Darwin Research Station s efforts to preserve Galapagos enjoy a Zodiac ride, watching for swallow-tailed gull, red-billed Snorkel with sea turtles, penguins and sea lions opportunity to see giant tortoises in the wild. (B,L,D) tropicbird and blue-footed booby. (B,L,D) Monday, January 30 SOMBRERO CINO ISLAND / SANTIAGO Sombrero Chino or Chinese at wildlife. ead into the forested highlands, with ample Prince Philip s Steps to an area with colonies of red-footed booby. Saturday, February / GUAYAQUIL Enjoy a Watch for short-eared owl. Explore Darwin Bay, home to the rare Zodiac ride through Black Turtle Cove, drifting silently through features a primeval landscape of volcanic rubble and lava tubes. lava gull. While anchored at Genovesa, enjoy an opportunity this area of mangroves. Fly to Guayaquil, with time to relax at Search the tide pools of Puerto Egas for sea life and watch for to swim, kayak and snorkel in the calm caldera of this partially the otel Oro Verde. (B, L Aloft) marine iguana. Our naturalists will point out birdlife, including eroded volcano. (B,L,D) ISLAND: PUERTO EGAS great blue heron, lava heron, oystercatcher and yellow-crowned night heron. (B,L,D) Wednesday, February 1 NORT SEYMOUR ISLAND / SANTA FE ISLAND North Seymour is the nesting site for a large population Tuesday, January 31 GENOVESA ISLAND Genovesa harbors one of magnificent frigatebirds and the only place where we can of the Galapagos largest and most diverse bird populations. Climb always find males showing their red gular pouches. Blue-footed Sunday, February 5 DEPART GUAYAQUIL Board your independent flight home. (B, Meals Aloft) Please Note: Itinerary subject to change based on Galapagos National Park regulations. OLLANTAYTAMBO / Catch the train to Urubamba. show, continue across the valley toward Cusco. We stop at Sacsayhuamán a fortress of massive stones which zigzags across the side of the mountain. Spend two nights at the Aranwa otel. (B,L,D) Thursday, February 9 CUSCO Stroll the streets of Cusco, exploring the Koricancha, Santa Catalina Convent, and the Cathedral. The afternoon is free to explore on your own before a farewell dinner featuring Andean fare. (B,L,D) Friday, February 10 CUSCO / LIMA / EN ROUTE Fly to Lima for lunch and an afternoon at leisure. Transfer to the airport for overnight flights. (B,L) Saturday, February 11 U.S. Arrive in the U.S. and connect with your flight home. (Meals Aloft)

4 DEAR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS, Join your Brandeis friends and family on a spectacular 10-day voyage to one of the GENOVESA most majestic places on earth, the Galapagos Islands, January 27 - February 5, The Galapagos Islands are a preeminent destination for those who love wildlife and the natural world. Isolated for millions of years, the area was colonized by plants and animals that evolved and developed within this pristine ecosystem. Tortoises grew to giant proportions, Guayaquil Cusco iguanas took to the ocean in search of food and tiny finches adapted in this timeless world. SANTIAGO In partnership with naturalist guides and experts, the tour will be led by Dan L. Perlman, Giant tortoises Brandeis professor of biology and environmental studies. Professor Perlman has spent January 27-February 5, 2017 PRICE PER PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) FERNANDINA (D Deck) $6,198 (C Deck) $6,398 (C Deck) $6,78 (A Deck) $7,28 (A Deck) $7,698 wildlife and habitats with you. the area aboard zodiacs, as you cruise among volcanic cliffs, watch blue-footed boobies I encourage you to make your reservations today as accommodations aboard this Sherry Boyd Playa Ocho Saturday, February SAN CRISTÓBAL Sincerely, / LIMA Fly to Lima, and overnight at the Costa del Sol. (Meals Aloft) LIMA / CUSCO / URUBAMBA VALLEY Urubamba Valley. Stop in Chinchero to browse and shop for ESPAÑOLA FLOREANA Andean handicrafts. Visit the Urubamba Market and spend tonight at the Aranwa otel. (B,L,D) Up-close wildlife encounter Monday, February 6 MACU PICCU Board the train to Machu Picchu, where we spend the afternoon exploring the VOYAGE ITINERARY boobies perform their comical courtship dance in the open areas. ike to a scenic lagoon, observing Galapagos hawk, Friday, January 27 ARRIVE GUAYAQUIL mockingbird and a variety of Darwin s finches. (B,L,D) Fly independently to Guayaquil, and transfer to the otel Oro Verde. (Meals Aloft) Saturday, January 28 Thursday, February 2 FLOREANA ISLAND ike to Post Office Bay, once used by navigators to send mail with homebound GUAYAQUIL / SAN CRISTOBAL: PLAYA OCOA & KICKER ROCK Fly to the islands and board the messengers. Swim and kayak before a walk along the olivine ruins with our guide. Spend two nights at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo otel. (B,L,D) Tuesday, February 7 MACU PICCU Today is yours to explore Machu Picchu or simply relax! Wake early and hike to the Sun Gate, or enjoy birding in the abundant gardens surrounding our hotel. (B,L,D) F. Patricia Patsy Fisher Evolution. Stroll along the beach at Playa Ochoa, where a tidal beaches of Punta Cormorant. After hiking to a flamingo lagoon, Wednesday, February 8 Vice President, Alumni Relations lagoon plays host to flamingo and Chatham mockingbird. Enjoy spot fish and sea turtles during a stroll along the beach. Enjoy SACSAYUAMÁN / CUSCO a sunset cruise around Kicker Rock. (B,L,D) snorkeling at Devil s Crown, where sea water has filled the Explore Ollantaytambo, where temples and fortresses were sunken cone of an extinct volcano. (B,L,D) built to protect the Sacred Valley. After a Paso Fino horse FACULTY LEADER DAN PERLMAN Dan is associate provost of Innovation in Education, director of the Center for Teaching and Learning, and professor of Biology and Environmental Studies at Brandeis University, where he teaches conservation biology, ecology, and animal behavior. e has coauthored three textbooks on conservation biology and ecology: Practical Ecology for Planners, Developers, and Citizens (with Jeffrey C. Milder); Conserving Earth s Biodiversity (an interactive CD-ROM created with Edward O. Wilson); and Biodiversity: Exploring Values and Priorities in Conservation (with Glenn Adelson). In addition, he developed a Web site from which he freely distributes teaching materials he has developed for ecology and environmental studies ( e has been awarded university-wide teaching awards at Brandeis University (the Student Union Teaching Award twice and the Louis Dembitz Brandeis Prize for Excellence in Teaching once) and at arvard University (the Phi Beta Kappa Prize for Excellence in Teaching), where he taught conservation biology part-time for nine years. e received a Ph.D. from arvard University s Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology. Fly to Cusco the heart of the Inca Empire and drive into the Post Office Bay small ship are limited and expected to fill quickly. (800) ext sherry.boyd@ietravel.com SANTA FE snorkel or just relax in the cool waters of the Pacific Ocean. Perhaps most importantly, February 5-11, 2017 For more information contact International Expeditions: Puerto Ayora Sunday, February 5 dive-bombing for food and more. make this experience as enriching as it is memorable. Park fees and in-country airfare are subject to change and must be purchased through IE. MACU PICCU & CUSCO EXTENSION ITINERARY enough to navigate the inlets but large enough to feel spacious. You may also explore In-Country Airfare $759 Park Fee $185 The Lost City of Machu Picchu SOUT PLAZA Travelers will enjoy the intimacy of the 32-passenger M/V Evolution, which is small you will enjoy the camaraderie of a wonderful group of Brandeis travelers who will PRICE PER PERSON NORT SEYMOUR BALTRA San Cristobal ISABELA to as Bird Island for the vast numbers of pelagic seabirds that come there to nest. (D Deck) $7,698 (C Deck) $7,898 Double Occupancy $3,98 Single Occupancy $,88 SANTA CRUZ As a special feature of this tour, travelers will visit Genovesa Island, commonly referred Each day will be full of new discoveries, but this tour also allows plenty of time to swim, 6-DAY MACU PICCU & CUSCO EXTENSION Black Turtle Cove time in the Galapagos and is looking forward to sharing his knowledge of its amazing PRICE PER PERSON (SINGLE OCCUPANCY) In-Country Airfare $600 Park Fee $135 SOMBRERO CINO Sunday, January 29 SOUT PLAZA ISLAND South Plaza is one of the archipelago s smallest islands. Look for yellow land Friday, February 3 SANTA CRUZ ISLAND Learn about the iguana on a walk to a grove of prickly-pear cactus. Non-hikers can Charles Darwin Research Station s efforts to preserve Galapagos enjoy a Zodiac ride, watching for swallow-tailed gull, red-billed Snorkel with sea turtles, penguins and sea lions opportunity to see giant tortoises in the wild. (B,L,D) tropicbird and blue-footed booby. (B,L,D) Monday, January 30 SOMBRERO CINO ISLAND / SANTIAGO Sombrero Chino or Chinese at wildlife. ead into the forested highlands, with ample Prince Philip s Steps to an area with colonies of red-footed booby. Saturday, February / GUAYAQUIL Enjoy a Watch for short-eared owl. Explore Darwin Bay, home to the rare Zodiac ride through Black Turtle Cove, drifting silently through features a primeval landscape of volcanic rubble and lava tubes. lava gull. While anchored at Genovesa, enjoy an opportunity this area of mangroves. Fly to Guayaquil, with time to relax at Search the tide pools of Puerto Egas for sea life and watch for to swim, kayak and snorkel in the calm caldera of this partially the otel Oro Verde. (B, L Aloft) marine iguana. Our naturalists will point out birdlife, including eroded volcano. (B,L,D) ISLAND: PUERTO EGAS great blue heron, lava heron, oystercatcher and yellow-crowned night heron. (B,L,D) Wednesday, February 1 NORT SEYMOUR ISLAND / SANTA FE ISLAND North Seymour is the nesting site for a large population Tuesday, January 31 GENOVESA ISLAND Genovesa harbors one of magnificent frigatebirds and the only place where we can of the Galapagos largest and most diverse bird populations. Climb always find males showing their red gular pouches. Blue-footed Sunday, February 5 DEPART GUAYAQUIL Board your independent flight home. (B, Meals Aloft) Please Note: Itinerary subject to change based on Galapagos National Park regulations. OLLANTAYTAMBO / Catch the train to Urubamba. show, continue across the valley toward Cusco. We stop at Sacsayhuamán a fortress of massive stones which zigzags across the side of the mountain. Spend two nights at the Aranwa otel. (B,L,D) Thursday, February 9 CUSCO Stroll the streets of Cusco, exploring the Koricancha, Santa Catalina Convent, and the Cathedral. The afternoon is free to explore on your own before a farewell dinner featuring Andean fare. (B,L,D) Friday, February 10 CUSCO / LIMA / EN ROUTE Fly to Lima for lunch and an afternoon at leisure. Transfer to the airport for overnight flights. (B,L) Saturday, February 11 U.S. Arrive in the U.S. and connect with your flight home. (Meals Aloft)

5 VOYAGE ACCOMMODATIONS PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID While the intimate Evolution may carry just 32 guests, she features an abundance of public space, including a comfortable lounge for briefings by our naturalists, a canopied bar perfect for enjoying a drink on deck, and a sun deck to relax between excursions. Your air-conditioned cabin is the perfect haven, featuring private facilities and ample storage space. And whether in the dining room or al fresco dining area, each meal boasts international and traditional Ecuadorian cuisine, fresh fruit and sumptuous desserts. A1 A1 A1 A2 A2 A2 Enjoy the archipelago s best guest-toguide ratio on small-group departures of just guests. C5 C5 C6 C6 C5 C6 C7 C7 C7 ROOM ROOM ROOM C8 C8 C8 C C C C3 C3 C3 C9 C9 C9 C2 C2 C2 D D D C1 C1 C1 ike among red-footed boobies, storm petrels & short-eared owls on outlying Genovesa Island. D1 D1 D1 ENGINE D3 D3 D3 D2 D2 D2 WAT S INCLUDED Snorkeling gear and wet suits Full educational program with lectures and field interpretation All scheduled transportation by land and ship. All excursions accompanied by English speaking naturalist guides. (Three guides for groups 26-32) Complete pre-departure information to help you get the most out of your expedition. Most meals. All transfers, porterage and service charges. In summary, everything except international and in-country airfare; ticketing fee; U.S. domestic and international departure taxes; air or ship fuel surcharges; tips to naturalist guides and Evolution crew; passport fees; and items of a personal nature, such as laundry, alcoholic beverages, etc. CANCELLATION: All cancellations must be made in writing and are effective upon receipt in our office. Cancellations received up to 90 days prior to departure will be refunded all monies less an administrative charge of $300. Cancellations between 89 and 61 days prior to departure are assessed 50 percent of the cost of the voyage. Cancellations between 60 and 0 days prior to departure are assessed the full cost of the voyage. RATES AND FARES: All rates and fares are accurate and available at the time of publication. Costs are based on a minimum of 10 guests for the expedition and 10 for the extension. INSURANCE: Optional travel protection information will be sent upon receipt of your reservation form and deposit. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. CST: VOYAGE RESERVATION CERTIFICATE A deposit of $600 per person is required for the Galapagos Voyage. If you wish to take the Machu Picchu extension, an additional $150 per person is required. Please make checks payable to International Expeditions, and return your deposit and reservation form, along with a copy of the picture page of your passport to: INTERNATIONAL EXPEDITIONS ATTN: BRANDEIS ALUMNI TRAVEL One Environs Park elena, Alabama DEPARTURE DATE: January 27, 2017 Please guarantee Galapagos Voyage Machu Picchu Birth Birth Address City State Phone () Person with whom you wish to room: Assign roommate for me on the Galapagos Voyage. Assign roommate for me on the Machu Picchu Extension. Smoker Yes No Savor the most public outdoor space & largest cabins of any ship in this class aboard the M/V Evolution. Learn about wildlife conservation efforts. (Limited singles available. Single supplement charges will be applied when required or requested.) (W) Zip Book my air reservations from to Guayaquil, Ecuador for an additional cost. (Airfare subject to change until ticketed. $50 ticketing fee will apply.) I have read and accept the conditions and further understand and agree that the trip I am taking may have risks. I therefore assume all risks involved with regard to this trip and agree that Brandeis University, International Expeditions and its affiliates will in no way be responsible for any injury or damage to me. This is acknowledged by me knowingly and willfully and shall be binding on my heirs and next of kin. EAC PARTICIPANT MUST SIGN TIS WAIVER. CREDIT CARD INFORMATION: Credit Card Credit Card # ACCOMMODATIONS: Snorkel in an extinct volcanic cone at Devil s Crown. AIR TRANSPORTATION: I/We authorize International Expeditions to: spaces for the Cat. (D Deck) $6,198 Cat. (C Deck) $6,398 Cat. 3 (C Deck) $6,78 Cat. 2 (A Deck) $7,28 Cat. 1 (A Deck) $7,698 Single Cat. (D Deck) $7,698 Single Cat. (C Deck) $7,898 Fax EXPLORING DARWIN S ENCANTED ISLES EXPEDITION IGLIGTS AL FRESCO A3 A3 A3 ROOF Institutional Advancement Division Brandeis University, Mailstop South Street, Waltham, MA 025 BIRMINGAM, AL PERMIT #320 Exp. (My signature authorizes the processing of the deposit, airfare and final payment to the above credit card. If your deposit is paid by credit card, the final payment will automatically be charged to the same credit card on the appropriate due date.)

6 VOYAGE ACCOMMODATIONS PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID While the intimate Evolution may carry just 32 guests, she features an abundance of public space, including a comfortable lounge for briefings by our naturalists, a canopied bar perfect for enjoying a drink on deck, and a sun deck to relax between excursions. Your air-conditioned cabin is the perfect haven, featuring private facilities and ample storage space. And whether in the dining room or al fresco dining area, each meal boasts international and traditional Ecuadorian cuisine, fresh fruit and sumptuous desserts. A1 A1 A1 A2 A2 A2 Enjoy the archipelago s best guest-toguide ratio on small-group departures of just guests. C5 C5 C6 C6 C5 C6 C7 C7 C7 ROOM ROOM ROOM C8 C8 C8 C C C C3 C3 C3 C9 C9 C9 C2 C2 C2 D D D C1 C1 C1 ike among red-footed boobies, storm petrels & short-eared owls on outlying Genovesa Island. D1 D1 D1 ENGINE D3 D3 D3 D2 D2 D2 WAT S INCLUDED Snorkeling gear and wet suits Full educational program with lectures and field interpretation All scheduled transportation by land and ship. All excursions accompanied by English speaking naturalist guides. (Three guides for groups 26-32) Complete pre-departure information to help you get the most out of your expedition. Most meals. All transfers, porterage and service charges. In summary, everything except international and in-country airfare; ticketing fee; U.S. domestic and international departure taxes; air or ship fuel surcharges; tips to naturalist guides and Evolution crew; passport fees; and items of a personal nature, such as laundry, alcoholic beverages, etc. CANCELLATION: All cancellations must be made in writing and are effective upon receipt in our office. Cancellations received up to 90 days prior to departure will be refunded all monies less an administrative charge of $300. Cancellations between 89 and 61 days prior to departure are assessed 50 percent of the cost of the voyage. Cancellations between 60 and 0 days prior to departure are assessed the full cost of the voyage. RATES AND FARES: All rates and fares are accurate and available at the time of publication. Costs are based on a minimum of 10 guests for the expedition and 10 for the extension. INSURANCE: Optional travel protection information will be sent upon receipt of your reservation form and deposit. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. CST: VOYAGE RESERVATION CERTIFICATE A deposit of $600 per person is required for the Galapagos Voyage. If you wish to take the Machu Picchu extension, an additional $150 per person is required. Please make checks payable to International Expeditions, and return your deposit and reservation form, along with a copy of the picture page of your passport to: INTERNATIONAL EXPEDITIONS ATTN: BRANDEIS ALUMNI TRAVEL One Environs Park elena, Alabama DEPARTURE DATE: January 27, 2017 Please guarantee Galapagos Voyage Machu Picchu Birth Birth Address City State Phone () Person with whom you wish to room: Assign roommate for me on the Galapagos Voyage. Assign roommate for me on the Machu Picchu Extension. Smoker Yes No Savor the most public outdoor space & largest cabins of any ship in this class aboard the M/V Evolution. Learn about wildlife conservation efforts. (Limited singles available. Single supplement charges will be applied when required or requested.) (W) Zip Book my air reservations from to Guayaquil, Ecuador for an additional cost. (Airfare subject to change until ticketed. $50 ticketing fee will apply.) I have read and accept the conditions and further understand and agree that the trip I am taking may have risks. I therefore assume all risks involved with regard to this trip and agree that Brandeis University, International Expeditions and its affiliates will in no way be responsible for any injury or damage to me. This is acknowledged by me knowingly and willfully and shall be binding on my heirs and next of kin. EAC PARTICIPANT MUST SIGN TIS WAIVER. CREDIT CARD INFORMATION: Credit Card Credit Card # ACCOMMODATIONS: Snorkel in an extinct volcanic cone at Devil s Crown. AIR TRANSPORTATION: I/We authorize International Expeditions to: spaces for the Cat. (D Deck) $6,198 Cat. (C Deck) $6,398 Cat. 3 (C Deck) $6,78 Cat. 2 (A Deck) $7,28 Cat. 1 (A Deck) $7,698 Single Cat. (D Deck) $7,698 Single Cat. (C Deck) $7,898 Fax EXPLORING DARWIN S ENCANTED ISLES EXPEDITION IGLIGTS AL FRESCO A3 A3 A3 ROOF Institutional Advancement Division Brandeis University, Mailstop South Street, Waltham, MA 025 BIRMINGAM, AL PERMIT #320 Exp. (My signature authorizes the processing of the deposit, airfare and final payment to the above credit card. If your deposit is paid by credit card, the final payment will automatically be charged to the same credit card on the appropriate due date.)