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Land & Voyage Programs

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January - October 2016

Jungle Kingdoms of the Ancient MAyAJanuary 30 - February 12, 2016Lecturer: Virginia Miller14-day LAnD tour

This extraordinary tropical adventure provides the best-paced itinerary available to explore ancient Maya sites in the lush jungles of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. Explore the sites of Palenque, Bonampak, Yaxchilan, Tikal, Copan, Yaxha and Quirigua; with free time to bird watch or relax and enjoy our comfortable hotels and remote jungle lodges. Limited to 12 participants.

Sri LAnKA: South Asia’s Multicultural isleFebruary 7 - 22, 2016Lecturer: Nancy Wilkie16-day LAnD tour

Explore Sri Lanka’s archaeology, history, and culture with visits to all six of its cultural World Heritage Sites: sacred Kandy and Anuradhapura, ancient Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa, the Old Town of Galle, and the cave-temple of Dambulla. Also explore nature reserves and a national park to see monkeys, elephants, various birds and, possibly, a leopard. Limited to 12 participants.

Pyramids and temples of the yucAtAnFebruary 20 - 28, 2016Lecturer: Jeff Karl Kowalski9-day LAnD tour

This luxurious winter holiday provides a week-long adventure exploring the sun-drenched Yucatan’s ancient sites such as Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Ek Balam, Dzibilchaltun, and Labna. Bird watch, shop for crafts, and relax at our comfortable resorts (two nights at Chichen Itza and three nights each at Merida and Uxmal). Limited to 12 participants.

ethioPiA: The crown Jewel of AfricaMarch 10 - 24, 2016Lecturers: Benjamin and Karen Foster15-day LAnD tour

Discover the diverse cultures and landscapes of Ethiopia, a land steeped in ancient history and legend. Learn about the Kingdom of Axum; the Ark of the Covenant; the country’s rich religious history; and its ancient trade in incense, ivory, and spices. Marvel at amazing churches carved out of solid rock plus beautiful mountains, lakes, and waterfalls; discover age-old tribal traditions; and much more!

JAPAn by Sea April 20 - May 3, 2016Lecturer: Mikael Adolphson14-day voyAge and LAnD program

Embark an all-suite, 57-cabin ship and explore lesser-visited areas of Japan. Experience ancient traditions and cultural performances; and visit sacred temples and shrines, celebrated gardens and castles, artists’ studios, and museums. Tokyo and Kyoto are also included, as is a day in South Korea for the National Museum and a UNESCO temple.

iSrAeL: treasures of the holy LandMay 1 - 13, 2016Lecturer: Jodi Magness13-day LAnD tour

Discover with the AIA’s next president, a leading American archaeologist excavating in Israel, major Classical, Jewish and Christian sites. Gain privileged access and insights to ancient and medieval sites of this extraordinary land of beauty and spirituality that has so influenced Western civilization. Limited to 14 participants.

Prehistoric tombs & Standing Stones of WeSSex and BrittAnyMay 3 - 14, 2016Lecturer: Paul Bahn12-day LAnD tour

Delve into the mysteries of the extraordinary prehistoric sites of Wessex, England, and Brittany, France. Amidst beautiful landscapes see world renowned, as well as lesser known, Neolithic and Bronze Age megaliths and monuments such as enigmatic rings of giant standing stones and remarkable chambered tombs. Explore medieval churches, charming villages, museum collections, and more.

irAn: The Ancient Land of PersiaMay 4 - 19, 2016Lecturer: Alexander Nagel16-day LAnD tour

In addition to the dazzling cities of Tehran, Shiraz, and Isfahan, visit ancient Persepolis (twice), one of the most spectacular surviving archaeological sites; discover the Sasanian religious center of Takht-e Soleiman; Pasargadae, location of the first Persian capital; Yazd, one of the last strongholds of Zoroastrianism; and much more.

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georgiA & ArMeniA: Beyond the golden FleeceMay 6 - 22, 2016Lecturer: Gocha Tsetskhladze17-day LAnD tour

Immerse yourself in the history, cultures, and landscapes of the beautiful Caucasus region, with visits to the site of Europe’s earliest unearthed hominid bones; ancient settlements and fortresses; early churches, cathedrals, and monasteries; and intriguing cave towns; including five UNESCO World Heritage sites. An optional extension to Azerbaijan is available.

Ancient Splendors of WeStern turKeyMay 11 - 21, 2016Lecturer: Nicolle Hirschfeld11-day LAnD tour

Along the magnificent Aegean coast explore spectacular temples, theaters, and stadiums at ancient sites such as Assos, Pergamum, Troy, and Ephesus; plus early Byzantine churches, Ottoman palaces, and outstanding museums. (Can be combined with our central Turkey tour.) Limited to 14 participants.

Wonders of centrAL turKeyMay 20 - 31, 2016Lecturer: Nicolle Hirschfeld12-day LAnD tour

Marvel at the vast Neolithic settlement at Çatalhöyük and ancient Hittite capital of Hattusa; Göbekli Tepe, the world’s oldest known example of monumental architecture; Cappadocia’s lunar landscapes and early rock-cut churches; and much more. (Can be combined with our western Turkey tour.) Limited to 14 participants.

ireLAnD: Legacies & LandscapesJune 2016Lecturer: Stephen MandalLAnD tour

See spectacular prehistoric passage tombs and standing stones, including Newgrange and Knowth. Discover magnificent early Christian and medieval castles, monasteries, and cathedrals, such as Kells and the rock of Cashel. Enjoy lovely vistas including the Cliffs of Moher, Dingle Peninsula, and Boyne Valley. Limited to 12 participants.

in the Wake of the viKingSJune 8 - 16, 2016Lecturer: Elizabeth Pierce 9-day voyAge

Cruise aboard a luxurious, 120-stateroom/suite ship along the coasts of Scotland, Norway, and Denmark, visiting remote ports. Explore ancient and medieval sites in the Hebrides, Orkney, and Shetland Islands, before crossing the North Sea to Bergen’s fjords, disembarking at Copenhagen. Optional extensions in Scotland and Denmark are available.

circumnavigation of the PeLoPonneSeJune 9 - 18, 2016Lecturer: William Parkinson10-day voyAge and LAnD program

Take an unforgettable, seven-night cruise aboard an elegant, 18-cabin yacht exploring areas of stunning natural beauty along the sun-drenched coast of Greece’s Peloponnese peninsula. See world famous as well as lesser-known archaeological treasures, including Corinth, Nemea, Epidaurus, Mycenae, Monemvasia, Mystras, Olympia, Delphi, and Franchthi and Diros Caves.

ADriAtic SeA:venice to DubrovnikJune 10 - 18, 2016Lecturer: Andrew Moore9-day voyAge

Embark an all-suite, 57-cabin ship in Venice and explore the Adriatic’s fabulous coastlines and islands. Highlights include Pula’s roman amphitheater, Albania’s Greco-roman city of Butrint, Emperor Diocletian’s Palace at Split, Montenegro’s old capital of Cetinje, the medieval port of Dubrovnik, plus the picturesque island of Hvar and beautiful Kotor Bay. Optional pre- and post-cruise extensions are available.

undiscovered greece: Macedonia to epirusJune 11 - 24, 2016Lecturer: Nancy Wilkie14-day LAnD tour

Admire up-close legendary Mt. Olympus, the monasteries atop karst pinnacles at Meteora, and tranquil Lake Ioannina; and savor three days at a luxury spa/resort in the rugged, remote Pindus Mountains. Explore the ancient sanctuary at Dodoni; Amphipolis, where a Macedonian tomb is being excavated; the royal tombs and golden treasures at Vergina, and more. Limited to 12 participants.

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hiking Scotland’s orKney & ShetLAnD iSLAnDSJuly 16 - 26, 2016Lecturer: Mary MacLeod rivett11-day LAnD tour

Take daily hikes on remote islands to prehistoric stone circles, burial chambers, and settlements; seeing along the way quaint villages, seabird colonies, and fascinating geological sites. Archaeological sites include Maeshowe, the ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae, and Jarlshof. Daily hikes vary from short strolls to 5 miles. Limited to 15 participants.

hiking in ireLAnD & ScotLAnDAugust 28 - September 11, 2016Lecturer: Stephen Mandal15-day LAnD tour

Traverse Ireland (7 days) and Scotland (6 days) with experts in archaeology, history, geology, wildlife, and folklore. Visit prehistoric passage tombs, Celtic enclosures, early monastic settlements, Anglo-Norman fortifications, and more, amid wild, exposed landscapes, spectacular islands, high cliffs, and rolling hills. Daily hikes vary from short strolls to 6 miles. Limited to 15 participants.

SiLK roAD: empires of central AsiaSeptember 2016Lecturer: Claudia ChangLAnD tour

Follow in the footsteps of Alexander, Genghis Khan, and Marco Polo across deserts, mountains, and steppes of Central Asia. Visit six UNESCO World Heritage sites (including Merv, Bukhara, and Samarkand), remote archaeological sites, and ancient towns such as Khiva and Tashkent. An optional extension to Iran is available.

ultimate cycLADeSSeptember 15 - 24, 2016Lecturer: Christofilis Maggidis10-day voyAge and LAnD program

Enjoy the convenience and exclusivity of cruising aboard an elegant, 18-cabin yacht to seven stunning, sun-drenched Greek islands. Call at Sifnos, Milos, Santorini, Naxos, Mykonos, Delos, and Syros; visit ancient sites and remote island villages; sample regional foods and wines; watch ceramic artists at work; swim in crystal-clear waters off pristine beaches, and more.

Prehistoric cave Art of SPAin & FrAnceSeptember 21 - October 3, 2016Lecturer: Paul Bahn13-day LAnD tour

See the most famous prehistoric cave art in the world, including Altamira II, Lascaux II, Niaux, Pech Merle, Cougnac, rouffignac, Font-de-Gaume, and Cueva del Castillo. Experience the rich cultures of Spain and France with visits to charming medieval villages and cities, savoring fine food, wine, and accommodations.

The BLAcK SeASeptember 25 - October 6, 2016Lecturer: Kathleen Lynch12-day voyAge

Circumnavigate this fabled sea aboard an elegant, all-suite, 57-cabin ship. Cruise round-trip from Istanbul, exploring a variety of historic sites and cities in Turkey, Georgia, Ukraine, and Bulgaria, such as the roman Gonio Fortress near Batumi; Tbilisi’s Old Town with 4th-century Narikala Fortress; graceful Odessa’s landmarks; and Varna’s magnificent Scythian gold treasures. Istanbul and Cappadocia extensions are available.

Ancient greece and turKeySeptember 26 - October 4, 2016Lecturer: TBA9-day voyAge

Cruise from Athens to Istanbul aboard a five-star ship with 120 luxurious suites and staterooms. Explore six UNESCO World Heritage sites, with port calls at the Aegean islands of Delos, Mykonos, Santorini (including Akrotiri), rhodes (including Lindos), and Pátmos; plus visits to Ephesus and Troy, Turkey. Extensions in Athens and Istanbul are available.

Ancient Sites and natural Wonders of Peru and chiLeOctober 23 - November 3, 2016Lecturer: James Kus12-day voyAge and LAnD program

Cruise from Lima, Peru, to Valparaiso, Chile, aboard a five-star ship with 120 luxurious suites and staterooms. Highlights include a site that produced 2,000-year-old Inca mummies, early Spanish colonial cities, ancient rock carvings, the rugged beauty of the Atacama Desert, and more. A pre-cruise extension with two visits to Machu Picchu, plus Cusco and Lima, is available.

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The Archaeological institute of America

The Archaeological Institute of America is the oldest and largest archaeological organization in North America. The AIA promotes archaeological inquiry and public understanding of the material record of the human past to foster an appreciation of diverse

cultures and our shared humanity. The AIA supports archaeologists, their research and its dissemination, and the ethical practice of archaeology. The AIA educates people of all ages about the significance of archaeological discovery and advocates the preservation

of the world’s archaeological heritage.

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Gain insights with your AIA lecturer and expert local guides, who will help you understand and appreciate archaeology, art, architecture, history, and cultural traditions.

Our land tours are now limited to a maximum of 20 and many to just 12-15 travelers. AIA cruises are aboard small ships with between 18-120 cabins. This means by land or sea, you receive more personal attention.

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Our expert tour managers/guides arrange all transportation, hotels, excursions, special events, and delicious meals.

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