Artistic Portraits of Peru MAY 13 22, 2016

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1 Artistic Portraits of Peru MAY 13 22, 2016

2 ARTISTIC PORTRAITS OF PERU May 13 22, 2016 Dear Member, Rich in both ancient and contemporary culture from the royal Incas and colonial Spanish to a vibrant presentday society Peru offers spectacular artistic and scenic treasures. We invite you to join Annie Morse from the Department of Museum Education and explore the magnificent Inca ruins at Machu Picchu, the colonial treasures and museums of Lima and Cuzco, and the extraordinary scenery of the Sacred Valley. Start in the capital city of Lima, the City of Kings and once the center of Spain s colonial empire, and visit important architectural icons including the Plaza de Armas. Discover 4,000 years of Peruvian pre-columbian history at the Larco Herra Museum and enjoy a welcome dinner at the privately owned Casa Aliaga (1535). In the Sacred Valley, learn about the region s traditional textiles from a master weaver and about the lasting legacy of Andean music, then spend time with Peter Frost, a preeminent scholar of Incan and pre-incan history and archeology. In Cuzco, destinations include the Cuzco Cathedral containing over 400 paintings from the Esquela Cuzqueña (Cuzco School) the Inca Historical Museum, and Andahuaylillas, featuring the magnificent interiors of the Church of San Pedro, the Sistine Chapel of the Americas. No trip to Peru would be complete without a visit to the Lost City of the Incas at Machu Picchu and the site s hidden places, like the Gate of the Sun and Temple of the Moon. An optional pre-tour explores important archeological sites on Peru s northern coast. We hope that you will join us on this special trip to Peru. Space is limited, and early reservations are encouraged. Sincerely, Aleksandra Matic Associate Director of Member Travel Art Institute Study Leader Annie Morse, senior lecturer in the Department of Museum Education and its liaison to the academic community, leads public gallery talks, coordinates an annual graduate student seminar, and teaches at the School of the Art Institute and the Hyde Park Art Center. Annie graduated from the School of the Art Institute s master s program in modern art history, theory, and criticism, and earned a master s in library and information science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She is an independent curator who has worked with the Contemporary Arts Council, the Hyde Park Art Center, and Columbia College Chicago. This travel program is specially designed for Art Institute members. For more information or to become a member, please phone the Member Travel Department at (312)

3 ITINERARY Friday, May 13: Chicago/Lima Depart on independent flights to Lima and receive an escort to your hotel upon arrival. Your luxury home while in Lima, the Hilton Miraflores, is located in Lima s upscale Miraflores district. Enjoy nearby attractions including shops, theater, museums, restaurants, and parks. The hotel combines traditional 18th-century Peruvian architecture elements with contemporary decor. Overnight at the Hilton Lima Miraflores (meals aloft) Saturday, May 14: Lima Spend the morning at the Larco Museum, a privately owned museum founded in Surrounded by beautiful gardens, the Larco showcases the largest private permanent collection of pre- Columbian art in the world and features chronological galleries providing a thorough overview of 4,000 years of Peruvian pre- Columbian history. Stop for lunch at Café del Museo. Next, visit the Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI), the city s principal fine art museum. Presenting over 3,000 years of Peruvian art, MALI has a large selection of pre-columbian textiles, ceramics, and furniture from colonial and republican times, as well as rooms devoted to modern and contemporary works. Enjoy a special welcome dinner at the Casa Aliaga, built in 1535 on a piece of land given by Spanish conqueror Francisco Pizarro to Geronimo de Aliaga in recognition of his military services during the conquest of Peru. Since then, the home been inhabited by members of the Aliaga family. Overnight at the Hilton Lima Miraflores (B,L,D) Sunday, May 15: Lima/Cuzco/Urubamba Valley Board your flight to the ancient Incan capital of Cuzco, and then drive to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, which lies below the sacred city of Machu Picchu. Formed by the Urubamba River, the valley was of particular interest to the Incas due to its special geographic and climatic qualities. During the day, attend a private weaving demonstration by one of the world s top weavers, Ms. Nilda Callañaupa. Recognized as a prodigy as a young child, she was giving weaving demonstrations at the Smithsonian Institution and the American Museum of Natural History by age 14. Now a master Andean weaver, Nilda remains dedicated to preserving the textile heritage of her ancestors.

4 Stop for a gourmet lunch on picturesque Huaypo Lake. Arrive at your hotel with enough time to relax, and in the evening meet Gustavo Leon, architect by trade but musician at heart. Gustavo has devoted his adult life to researching and preserving ancestral Andean music and instruments including the Andean harp, charango, and cajon. Enjoy luxurious accommodations for two nights at the majestic Sol y Luna designed to promote the allure of nature and the magic of the Sacred Valley. Overnight at Sol y Luna in deluxe casitas (B,L,D) Monday, May 16: Urubamba, Ollantaytambo Meet Peter Frost, writer, photographer, and your expedition guide for the next two days. Peter is an independent scholar who has been exploring the Andes since In 2001 and 2002 he led National Geographic Society sponsored expeditions into the remote region of Vilcabamba, exploring and excavating the previously unknown Inca and pre-inca site of Qoriwayrachina. Spend part of your day exploring Ollantaytambo, a major Inca citadel and fortress. In the afternoon, visit the studio of Peru s premier potter, Pablo Seminario, who has created his own artistic style while giving life to the ceramic traditions of the pre-columbian cultures of Peru. Dinner is held at the Hacienda Huayoccari, an elegant farmhouse high in the hills above the Sacred Valley. It features an interesting collection of Peruvian art housed in different rooms according to era: pre-incan, Incan, viceregal, and republican. Overnight at Sol y Luna (B,L,D) Tuesday, May 17: Urubamba/Machu Picchu Depart on one of South America s most scenic rail trips, from Ollanta Station to the legendary Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. Your one-and-a-half-hour rail journey is filled with breathtaking sights en route to the mountaintop sanctuary of the Incas, hidden from the world until 1911, when Yale archaeologist Hiram Bingham rediscovered it. Home for the evening is the Inkaterra Machu Picchu. Surrounded by 12 secluded acres of exquisite beauty, a reverence for nature reigns here. Overnight at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu (B,L,D) Wednesday, May 18: Machu Picchu/Cuzco Return to Machu Picchu at your leisure and continue exploring the city. In the early afternoon, travel by train to Ollanta and then by bus to Cuzco. Upon check-in at your hotel, the evening is at leisure. Later, enjoy dinner at the Map Café. Accommodations in Cuzco are at the charming Palacio del Inka, a luxury hotel close to Cuzco s historical center. Oxygen is available upon request in your suite to help with the effects of Cuzco s high altitude. Overnight at the Palacio del Inka (B,D)

5 Thursday, May 19: Cuzco Enjoy a guided morning tour of Cuzco. Walk along cobblestone streets and marvel at the flawless Inca stonework as you picture a time when the Incas had a massive empire. Learn about the Cuzco School of art, a blend of European and Andean influences. Visit the impressive Cuzco Cathedral containing over 400 paintings, beautiful cedar wood carvings such as the choir and the pulpit, and objects made of silver. Continue with a visit to the Inca Historical Museum, which provides an overview of the history of the Inca Empire and exhibits the history of Cuzco from an Inca perspective. Conclude the morning with a visit to the archbishop s private art collection. After lunch at Greens Organic restaurant, visit the most prominent attraction of the quiet Andean town of Andahuaylillas, considered the Sistine Chapel of the Americas. Belying its modest exterior, the interior impresses with an outstanding collection from the Cuzco School. Next, travel 35 miles south to the town of Huaro and visit the church of San Juan Bautistas, built by Jesuits in the 16th century. Most of the interior art of this colonial chapel was done by Tadeo Ecalante, considered one of the last of the great artists of Cuzco. In the evening, enjoy a dinner at a favorite local restaurant. Overnight at the Palacio del Inka (B,L,D) Friday, May 20: Cuzco/Lima Your flight returns you to Lima to spend the rest of your morning at leisure. Midafternoon, enjoy a private viewing of the Barbosa-Stern colonial art collection. In the evening, visit the private collection of Naguib Ciurlizza, which includes works by artists Miro, Wilfredo Lam, Humair, Corneille, Marino Marini, Aristide Maillol, and Alexander Calder, as well as a host of other significant 20thcentury artists. Enjoy a farewell reception and dinner at Mr. Ciurlizza s penthouse home, which boasts breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Overnight at the Hilton Lima Miraflores (B,D)

6 Saturday, May 21 and Sunday, May 22: Lima/ onward flights home In the morning, visit Asociación Mario Testino (MATE), a cultural institution specializing in the work of famous Peruvian photographer Mario Testino. After 35 years living abroad, it was Testino s personal desire to bring the largest collection of his work to Lima, his hometown, as a contribution to the cultural heritage of Peru. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or explore Lima on your own before flying home. (B) OPTIONAL PRE-TOUR TO THE NORTHERN COAST OF PERU Sunday, May 8: Chicago/en route/lima The journey begins as you board your flight to Lima. Upon arrival, receive an escort to the Costa del Sol Ramada Hotel. This four-star hotel is conveniently located within Lima s Jorge Chavez International Airport. Overnight at the Costa del Sol Ramada Hotel (meals aloft) Monday, May 9: Lima/Trujillo, Chan Chan Fly 350 miles north of Lima to Trujillo, one of the most beautiful cities in Peru. For lunch, enjoy traditional Peruvian dishes at Mono Marino. In the afternoon, explore Chan Chan, the capital city of the Chimú Empire, believed to have been the largest adobe city in the world. Overnight at the Hotel Libertador (B,L) Tuesday, May 10: Lima/Trujillo, Sun and Moon Temple Explore Peru s past with a visit to the ruins of La Huaca del Sol (Temple of the Sun), once the largest pre-columbian adobe structure in the Americas. Enjoy lunch at Palo Marino, then watch a review of the Peruvian Paso horse and view a traditional marinera dance. The modern city of Trujillo has splendid colonial architecture, which includes many well-preserved colonial houses. Visit the Trujillo Cathedral, with its collection of paintings from the Quito School and the Pizarro s pedestrian boulevard. Your city tour ends with a visit to the Archaeological Museum for an overview of the region s pre-columbian cultures. Dinner commences at the Fiesta restaurant. Overnight at the Hotel Libertador (B,L,D) Wednesday, May 11: Trujillo/Chiclayo Your day of archeological exploration begins in the El Brujo Archeological Complex, a Moche site that dates back to a.d. 1. Enjoy lunch at Los Patos and continue to the Sipán site, where mummies dating back to a.d. 100 have been discovered, and view the site of the tomb of the Lord of Sipán. The discovery of Sipán

7 was the most important 20th-century archaeological find in Peru. This extraordinary untouched tomb containing the remains of a high Mochican priest-warrior was discovered in 1987 together with ornaments, headdresses, emblems, gold, silver, and copper attire inlaid with turquoise, lapis lazuli, and shells from northern Ecuador. Continue to Ventarron, site of a 4,000-year-old temple. Its painted murals are considered among the richest and most important archeological discoveries in the Americas of the last 30 years. Overnight at Casa Andina Select (B,L,D) Thursday, May 12: Chiclayo Delve deeper into Peru s pre-columbian past in Chiclayo, occupied in the 1st century a.d. by the Moche, then by the Sicán, who rose to prominence between a.d. 700 and a.d At the National Museum of Sicán, learn about the amazing 1992 discovery of an ancient tomb that held an important member of Sicán society. Inside, archeologists found crowns, bracelets, weapons, corn masks, armor, jewelry, and other precious metals, most of which now resides at the museum. Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch at Fiesta restaurant. Spend the afternoon at the Royal Tombs Museum of Sipán, designed to resemble an ancient Moche tomb. Located in Lambayeque, it houses an astounding cache from the Lord of Sipán s tomb found at Huaca Rajada, including the Lord of Sipán himself, as well as his entourage. Overnight at the Casa Andina Select (B,L) Friday, May 13: Chiclayo A morning flight returns you to Lima to meet up with the rest of the group arriving from the United States. Overnight at the Hilton Lima (B) TRAVELING TO PERU Participant: Must be able to climb in and out of minibuses, regular buses, canoes, and boats unassisted Must be able to tolerate nature walks at an easy pace on uneven terrain, sometimes uphill, for three or four hours at a time in heat and humidity Should generally be in good health and prepared to travel in locations without medical facilities. This tour includes considerable walking/hiking at high altitudes (over 9,000 feet at Machu Picchu and 11,150 feet in Cuzco). These conditions and altitudes may pose problems to participants with particular physical issues. Consult your physician before embarking on such an adventure.

8 Based on double occupancy, per person PRICING AND TERMS Main program based on 15 travelers Pre-extension to Trujillo and Chiclayo based on 10 travelers Land only $7,895 per person $2,475 per person including internal flights Single room supplement* $1,995 per person $595 per person Inclusions Superior and best available accommodations at hotels Flight between Lima and Trujillo as well as Chiclayo and Lima on the pre-extension Roundtrip flight Lima/Cuzco/Lima on the main program Continental or buffet breakfasts daily; all other meals as specified Services of Annie Morse as study leader, Classic Escapes tour manager, and local guides Gratuities for baggage handling, hotel tips, group meals, taxes, local guides, lecturers, and drivers All entrance fees to visited places of interest and sightseeing tours indicated in the itinerary Exclusions Round-trip international flight including international taxes and fuel surcharges Excess baggage charges levied by airlines Meals other than those specified Laundry and other items of a personal nature Personal, trip cancellation, accident, and baggage insurance Any cost not specifically included in the listing above REGISTRATION How to book: Fill out and sign the enclosed reservation form and send it, along with the relevant deposit as shown below, to: Classic Escapes Inc., Queens Blvd., Woodside, NY, Upon receipt of your signed reservation form and deposit, we will, subject to availability, reserve your spot on the tour. You may consider your booking confirmed when you receive a confirmation notice and invoice from us. DEPOSIT AND FINAL PAYMENT A deposit of $1,000 per person for the main trip and $250 for the preextension must be submitted at the time of booking. Deposits may be paid by check or charged to American Express, MasterCard, Visa, or Discover. Final payment is due 95 days before departure February 8, Final payment is payable by check or money order. Rates: Rates are based on the minimum number of guests outlined in this document plus airfare costs, currency exchange rates, and other factors, and are subject to change. Though it is rare for Classic Escapes to make a price adjustment after promotion of an itinerary, we do reserve the right to assess a surcharge if the minimum is not met, if increases are forced upon us by airlines or other partners, or because of changes in currency exchange rates. Single supplement: For passengers who are traveling alone and wish to share a room with another tour member, we will do our best to provide a roommate. However, if this is not possible, you will be required to pay the single room supplement prior to your departure from the United States. CANCELLATIONS, DEVIATIONS & CHANGES Travel Insurance: We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance. Travel insurance can provide financial reimbursement should the unexpected occur. A travel insurance brochure will be sent upon receipt of registration and deposit. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are only effective upon receipt of written notification. The following per-person fees are applicable on this tour: Up to 95 days prior to departure: $250 handling fee, plus $250 non-refundable deposits given to overseas suppliers days prior to departure: deposit is forfeited days prior to departure: less 75% of tour cost on both the main trip and the extension Less than 60 days prior to departure: no refund is possible These cancellation fees are in addition to any imposed by airlines. Change fees: Once you reserve your tour, changes are possible subject to availability of air or land space at the time of request. Should there be any change fees imposed by airlines or ground operators, or additional costs incurred due to availability of any space, this cost will be invoiced to you. Special arrangements: We would be happy to make additional travel plans for you, including specially-arranged pre- or post-tour extensions different than those that may be offered in conjunction with this tour. A service charge of $150 per person (over and above the cost of the services required) will be assessed.

9 TERMS & CONDITIONS Responsibilities: Neither Classic Escapes (the Company) nor any person or agent acting for, through, or on behalf of the Company shall be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from any cause whatsoever and without restricting the generality of the aforegoing shall particularly not be responsible for loss or damage arising from any errors or omissions contained in its brochure or other literature, loss or damage caused by delays, sickness, theft, injury or death. In addition the Company shall have the right at any time at its discretion to cancel any trip or the remainder thereof or make any alteration in route, accommodation, price or other details and, in the event of any trip being rendered impossible, illegal or inadvisable by weather, strike, war, government or interference or any other cause whatsoever, the extra expenses incurred as a result thereof shall be the responsibility of the passenger. The Company may at its discretion and without liability or cost to itself at any time cancel or terminate the guest s booking and in particular without limiting the generality of the aforegoing it shall be entitled to do so in the event of the illness or the illegal or incompatible behavior of the guest, who shall in such circumstances not be entitled to any refund. The person making any booking will, by the making of such booking, warrant that he or she has authority to enter into a contract on behalf of the other person included in such a booking and in the event of the failure of any or all of the other persons so included to make payment, the person making the booking shall by his/her signature thereof assume personal liability for the total price of all bookings made by him/her. Changes to schedules: Although every effort is made to adhere to schedules it should be borne in mind that the Company reserves the right to change routes and hotels as dictated by changing conditions. Rates: Rates are based on the minimum number of guests outlined in this document plus airfare costs, currency exchange rates, and other factors and are subject to change. Though it is rare for Classic Escapes to make a price adjustment after promotion of an itinerary, we do reserve the right to assess a surcharge if the minimum is not met, or if increases are forced upon us by airlines or other partners or because of changes in currency exchange rates. Waiver and release: In order to participate in this travel program, you will be required to complete an Art Institute of Chicago waiver and release form that will be provided to you prior to departure.

10 RESERVATION FORM: 16SAM0513/AIC Artistic Portraits of Peru MAY 13 22, 2016 Name (as listed on passport) Birth date Name (as listed on passport) Birth date Address City State Zip code Daytime phone / cell phone address Enclosed is my deposit for $ ($1,000 per person, plus $250 for the extension) to hold place(s) on Artistic Portraits of Peru departing on May 13, Cost is $7,895 per person, double occupancy, land only. Final payment due date is: February 8, 2016 Please make check payable to CLASSIC ESCAPES and mail to Queens Blvd., Woodside, NY OR Charge deposit to: MasterCard Visa American Express Discover Deposits can be made by credit card; however, all final payments are required to be made by check or money order only. A copy of your passport must accompany this form to confirm reservation. Upon receipt of your signed reservation form, passport copy, and deposit we will, subject to availability, reserve your spot on the tour. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return of your trip and have two consecutive blank pages in the visa section. I certify that I have not recently been treated for, nor am I aware of, any physical or other condition or liability that would create a hazard to myself or the other members of this tour. I am sharing with and prefer one two bed(s) I would like a roommate. I understand if the Art Institute of Chicago or Classic Escapes cannot locate one for me by final payment date, I agree to pay the additional single supplement. I desire single accommodations, and will pay the single supplement additional cost of $1,995 for the main trip $595 for the pre-extension I/We wish to participate in the optional extension(s) at an additional per person cost of $2,475 for the Trujillo and Chiclayo pre-extension.

11 All rates quoted are based on tariffs and value of foreign currencies in relation to the U.S. dollar in effect as of November 20, 2014, and are subject to change. Deposit is refundable up to 95 days prior to departure, less $250 handling fee plus $250 non-refundable deposits given to overseas suppliers see cancellation penalties applicable as outlined in Conditions of Travel. We strongly recommend that you obtain travel insurance. Reservations are accepted subject to tour conditions and will be confirmed only if accompanied by completed form signed by the tour participant(s). I/we have read the general information section of this brochure and understand and agree to the terms and conditions stated herein: Signature Date Signature Date CREDIT CARD PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION Please Note: If you wish to charge your deposit to Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover, this authorization form MUST be completed and returned to us along with your reservation form before we can process your application. I authorize (Classic Escapes Inc.) to charge my VISA / MASTERCARD / DISCOVER / AMEX listed below: Name on credit card Card number Expiration date Card verification number* Card type Billing address of credit card Amount of transaction Phone number Signature Date I understand that all rates quoted on this tour I m making a payment on are based on tariffs and value of foreign currencies in relation to the U.S. dollar in effect as of November 20, 2014, and are subject to change. Cancellations are only effective on receipt of written notification. The following per person fees are applicable on this tour: Up to 95 days prior to departure, $250 handling fee, plus $250 non-refundable deposits given to overseas suppliers days prior to departure, deposit is forfeited days prior to departure, less 75% of tour cost on both the main trip and the extension Less than 60 days prior to departure, no refund is possible These cancellation fees are also in addition to any imposed by airlines. PLEASE NOTE: At times, our bank requires photocopy of credit card (both sides) and driver s license or document showing signature of cardholder in order to process the charge. While it is not required at this time that you include these materials with your deposit, if our bank requests it, we will contact you for these copies.