Arrangements Abroad Cultural Calendar October 2019

A CULTURAL CALENDAR
2020 & 2021 Travel Programs
Alluring Arabia
Featuring the Louvre Abu Dhabi & the National Museum of Qatar
March 14 to 28, 2020
and September 29 to October 12, 2020

A CULTURAL CALENDAR
2020 & 2021 Travel Programs
WINTER 2020
Jan 24 to 31 Waitlist Caribbean Culture: Houses, History & Hamilton (also offered Feb 8 to 16, 2021)
Feb 18 to 25 Waitlist The Yucatán: From the Ancient Maya to Contemporary Art
SPRING 2020
Mar 14 to 28 Alluring Arabia Featuring the Louvre Abu Dhabi (also offered Sep 29 to Oct 12, 2020)
Mar 16 to 22
Met Classics Rome
Mar 20 to 29
Israel: From Ancient Monuments to Contemporary Art
Mar 20 to Apr 2
Morocco: Land of Mists & Mysteries
Apr 14 to 22
Great Artists Caravaggio, Master of Light & Shadow: From Rome to Malta
Apr 16 to 25
Mediterranean Masterpieces: Cádiz to Nice Aboard Sea Cloud II
Apr 17 to 30
Crossroads of Cultures: Canary Islands, Morocco & Iberia Aboard Sea Spirit
Apr 20 to 28
Legends & Landscapes of Peru: Lima, Machu Picchu & Cusco
Apr 30 to May 9
Belgium, Holland & Van Eyck Aboard Magnifique III
May 9 to 17 New The Pearls of the Po: From Venice to Parma Aboard La Venezia
May 12 to 20 New English Elegance: Majestic Manors of Bath & Cornwall
May 17 to 22 New Newport, Rhode Island: From the Revolution Through the Gilded Age
May 28 to Jun 7 New Castles, Churches & Collections of Romania: Bucharest to Transylvania
SUMMER 2020
Jun 5 to 14
The Lower Danube: Budapest to Bucharest Aboard AmaMagna
Jun 27 to Jul 9
Sailing Ancient Trade Routes: Helsinki to Copenhagen Aboard Sea Cloud II
Jul 9 to 22 New Splendors of Siberia & Mongolia Aboard the Golden Eagle
Aug 8 to 16
Celtic Classics on The Irish Sea: Round-Trip Dublin Aboard Sea Cloud II
Aug 30 to Sep 12 New East Meets West: Treasures of Turkey & Georgia
FALL 2020
Sep 8 to 15 New Phenomenal Iceland: Contemporary Art & Natural Wonders
Sep 24 to Oct 5 New Cruising The Mekong: Treasures of Vietnam & Cambodia
Oct 1 to 12 New Journey to Discover Hidden Depths: Tokyo to Hokkaido Aboard Train Suite Shiki-shima
Oct 4 to 12
Adriatic Odyssey: Venice to Catania Aboard Sea Cloud II
Oct 11 to 19
Sicily by Sail: Catania to Naples Aboard Sea Cloud II
Oct 18 to 26 New Land of the Morning Calm: Ancient to Modern Korea
Nov 8 to 16 New Hidden Gems of Northern Italy: Castles, Collections & Culture in Milan, Turin & Alba
WINTER 2020 | 2021
Dec 28, 2020 to Jan 8, 2021
Jan 5 to 19
Feb 8 to 16
A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & The Nile
Siam to Singapore Aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express
Arts & Gardens of the Caribbean: Round-Trip Barbados Aboard Sea Cloud

Dear Travelers and Friends,
October 2019
As a crisp wind breezes through and leaves erupt into vibrant golds and reds, reconnect with the spirit of
autumn through enriching, life-changing travel. With our Fall Cultural Calendar extending further into the future
than ever before, you may select from a wealth of exciting, culturally rich cruises, land trips, and train journeys to
stimulate your mind through 2020 and into 2021. On these carefully curated tours, you will join our esteemed
lecturers and local guides to discover remarkable insights on the world’s most fascinating and beautiful locations.
In the company of other lifelong learners, you will enjoy exclusive access to historic treasures not normally
accessible to the public.
Imagine following in the legendary footsteps of Caravaggio through Italy and Malta, admiring his masterpieces
in the very locales in which he created them, or immersing yourself in ancient nomadic cultures and groundbreaking
contemporary art on the Arabian Peninsula. Here’s a sampling of our many upcoming trip highlights:
• Mediterranean Masterpieces: Cádiz to Nice Aboard Sea Cloud II, April 16 to 25, 2020
Set sail along the gorgeous Spanish Riviera and Côte d’Azur, stepping ashore to find a military
fortress in Gibraltar, ancient cities awash in archaeological marvels, and unparalleled seaside vistas
with curator Ashley E. Dunn.
• Castles, Churches & Collections of Romania: Bucharest to Transylvania, May 28 to June 7, 2020
On an enchanting journey from Bucharest to legendary Transylvania, behold Romania’s fairytale castles,
first-rate museums, and vividly colorful painted monasteries with Byzantine art curator Helen C. Evans.
• Splendors of Siberia & Mongolia Aboard the Golden Eagle, July 9 to 22, 2020
Join Met armorer and conservator Ted Hunter for a luxurious summer train expedition through
Siberia and Mongolia, where highlights include the dazzling, once-a-year Naadam Festival and a
decadent twilight feast on the world’s oldest lake.
• Journey to Discover Hidden Depths: Tokyo to Hokkaido Aboard Train Suite Shiki-shima,
October 1 to 12, 2020
During peak fall foliage season, savor traditional Japanese hospitality at its most refined for the first
time aboard the ultra-chic, lavishly appointed Train Suite Shiki-shima. Step off this elegant, sleekly
designed cruise train to explore Japan’s most exceptional museums in the company of Japanese art
curator John T. Carpenter.
These are only a few of your opportunities to learn and grow through enlightening travel in 2020 and
beyond. Whether you prefer to travel by land or by sea, to destinations far afield or a short plane ride away, you
can count on Arrangements Abroad to provide transformative experiences that you will remember for years to come.
Please visit www.arrangementsabroad.com or call (212) 514-8921 to discover all we have to offer this year.
Sincerely,
Train Suite Shiki-shima, image provided by JR-EAST
Jim Friedlander
President
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2020 & 2021
TRAVEL PROGRAMS
Muscat, Oman
WINTER 2020
Caribbean Culture: Houses, History & Hamilton
Aboard Sea Cloud Waitlist available
January 24 to 31, 2020
Delve into the history and culture of the Caribbean during a
cruise aboard Sea Cloud. From Barbados, sail to Nevis to visit
Alexander Hamilton’s childhood home. Call at St. Kitts, St.
Eustatius, St. Barthélemy, and Îles des Saintes. Explore the
volcanic wonders of St. Lucia before returning to Barbados.
Cruise rates from $8,999
The Yucatán: From the Ancient Maya to Contemporary Art
February 18 to 25, 2020 Waitlist available
Discover the vibrancy of Maya culture with Met curator Joanne
Pillsbury. In Mexico’s Yucatán, stay in beautifully restored
haciendas, explore remote Maya sites, and view installations by
contemporary artists that merge modern and ancient worlds.
Experience a special sunset viewing of UNESCO-listed Uxmal.
Land rate $8,999
SPRING 2020
Alluring Arabia Featuring the Louvre Abu Dhabi & the
National Museum of Qatar
March 14 to 28, 2020
(also offered September 29 to October 12, 2020)
Join Courtney Ann Stewart, Senior Research Assistant in The
Met’s Department of Islamic Art, to experience a captivating
part of the world. Visit palaces and museums in Muscat. In
Dubai, take an architectural tour of the world’s tallest building.
Highlights in Abu Dhabi include the new Louvre Abu Dhabi. In
Doha, tour the Museum of Islamic Art, the National Museum,
and the Arab Museum of Modern Art. Land rate $12,599
($11,599 for September departure)
Met Classics Rome
March 16 to 22, 2020
See the best of the Eternal City with lecturer and educator Page
Knox. Stroll through lively piazzas, walk down cobbled streets
in charming neighborhoods, and step inside palatial residences.
Experience the awe-inspiring Vatican, whose world-class museum
collections showcase the city’s power to attract the greatest
artists of their times. Land rate $5,999
Israel: From Ancient Monuments to Contemporary Art
March 20 to 29, 2020
Travel with Christopher Noey to experience Israel’s wellpreserved
ancient treasures and contemporary art scene.
Discover Jerusalem’s UNESCO-listed Old City, witness the
artistic restoration of ancient masterpieces at a conservation
laboratory, and marvel at the Dead Sea Scrolls. Meet the local
artists, craftspeople, and merchants who have redefined Israel as
a vibrant creative destination. Optional Galilee prelude.
Land rate $9,899
Morocco: Land of Mists & Mysteries
March 20 to April 2, 2020
Unveil the secrets of spectacular Morocco with Met curator
Barbara Drake Boehm on a journey that includes Casablanca,
Rabat, Tangier, Tétouan, Fes, Meknes, and Volubilis. In
Marrakesh, the great public square of Djemaa el-Fna is a special
highlight, as are the opulent Majorelle Gardens and the Yves
Saint-Laurent Museum. Land rate $10,999
Great Artists Caravaggio, Master of Light & Shadow:
From Rome to Malta
April 14 to 22, 2020
Follow in the footsteps of one of the world’s greatest artists in
the company of Page Knox. Begin in Rome, where highlights
include a private tour of a palazzo with the only Caravaggio
fresco in existence. In Naples, enjoy a special lunch and viewing
of the artist’s last painting at Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano. Fly
to Malta to view a Caravaggio masterpiece at St. John’s
Co-Cathedral, and attend a farewell reception at a splendid
16th-century palazzo. Land rate $8,599
Mediterranean Masterpieces:
Cádiz to Nice Aboard Sea Cloud II
April 16 to 25, 2020
Experience Cádiz before embarking Sea Cloud II to sail along
stunning Mediterranean coastlines. Call at Gibraltar to discover
its military history. In Spain, admire the Alhambra and Valencia’s
UNESCO-listed historic quarter. View the architectural highlights
of Marseille before disembarking in Nice. Optional Seville prelude;
optional Nice/French Riviera postlude. Cruise rates from $8,999
Crossroads of Cultures:
Canary Islands, Morocco & Iberia Aboard Sea Spirit
April 17 to 30, 2020
Embark on an exciting voyage from the Canary Islands to Lisbon.
In the Canaries, discover historic towns and lush gardens, then
spend a day on Portuguese-accented Madeira. Cruise east
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to Morocco to explore Marrakesh, Casablanca, and Rabat.
Continue to the British territory of Gibraltar to ascend its
legendary rock. In Spain, step ashore in Cádiz for an excursion to
Seville. Pause in Sagres and Lagos in Portugal, before concluding
in Lisbon. Optional Lisbon postlude.
Cruise rates from $8,999
Legends & Landscapes of Peru: Lima, Machu Picchu & Cusco
April 20 to 28, 2020
Discover Peru’s immense archaeological wealth during an
exploration of the ancient and colonial civilizations of this
magical land with Met curator Ronda Kasl. In Lima, admire the
artifacts at some of this vibrant city’s best museums. In Cusco,
delve into ancient and colonial eras, then ride a luxury train
back in time to the ancient civilization of Machu Picchu.
Land rate $9,999
Belgium, Holland & Van Eyck Aboard Magnifique III
April 30 to May 9, 2020
Admire artistic gems in Bruges, then cruise for Ghent,
celebrating the “Van Eyck Year” in 2020. In Dendermonde, visit
the Church of Our Lady. Step ashore in Antwerp to
see the 17th-century Rubens House. Crossing into Holland,
discover Kinderdijk’s famous windmills. Explore Amsterdam on
a canal cruise, and see the masterpieces of the Rijksmuseum
before disembarking. Optional Amsterdam postlude.
Cruise rates from $7,999
The Pearls of the Po:
From Venice to Parma Aboard La Venezia
May 9 to 17, 2020
Embark on a delightful seven-night cruise along the Po, Italy’s
longest river, aboard the elegant La Venezia. Marvel at the
natural beauty of the landscape as you cruise gently from Venice
to Parma. Step ashore to experience authentic culture and
cuisine, and immerse yourself in the art, architecture, and history
of some of Italy’s most beautiful cities. Cruise rates from $6,999
English Elegance: Majestic Manors of Bath & Cornwall
May 12 to 20, 2020
Explore the picturesque Southwest of England with Met lecturer
and educator Alice W. Schwarz. On a journey from the ancient
Roman spa city of Bath to the rugged coastlines of Cornwall,
visit lavish ancestral properties, from Tudor/Stuart estates to
a Jacobean mansion owned by the Earl of Sandwich. Lodge in
luxurious manors including 17th-century Pentillie Castle.
Land rate $8,999
Newport, Rhode Island:
From the Revolution Through the Gilded Age
May 17 to 22, 2020
Join Alyce Englund, Assistant Curator of American
Decorative Arts at The Met, to see the best of Newport
before the summer crowds arrive. With curators and local
experts, wander through the mansions epitomizing the height
of the Gilded Age. Learn about architecture and decorative
arts from the 17th to the 20th century; dine at private homes
and clubs; and visit with local craftspeople. Land rate $5,499
Castles, Churches & Collections of Romania:
Bucharest to Transylvania
May 28 to June 7, 2020
Behold Romania’s fairytale splendors with Helen C. Evans,
the Mary and Michael Jaharis Curator for Byzantine Art in
the Department of Medieval Art and The Cloisters. Tour
Bucharest’s National Museum of Art of Romania, visit
colorful Peleș Castle, and cross the Carpathian Mountains
into fabled Transylvania. Discover the ASTRA National
Museum Complex, and marvel at the exquisitely decorated
monasteries of Bucovina. Land rate $7,599
SUMMER 2020
The Lower Danube:
Budapest to Bucharest Aboard AmaMagna
June 5 to 14, 2020
Discover picturesque cultural capitals in Hungary, Croatia,
Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Spend a night in Budapest,
then board the new AmaMagna to taste fine local wines;
admire breathtaking scenery while cruising the legendary
Danube River; and step ashore to visit exquisite museums,
historic synagogues, ancient churches. Cruise rates from $7,999
Sailing Ancient Trade Routes:
Helsinki to Copenhagen Aboard Sea Cloud II
June 27 to July 9, 2020
Spend a night in lively Helsinki before boarding Sea
Cloud II. Enjoy an overnight call in Stockholm, and step
ashore at tiny Visby. Visit Gdańsk, one of Poland’s oldest
cities, and continue to Lübeck, Germany, for a full-day
excursion to Hamburg. Optional St. Petersburg prelude.
Cruise rates from $9,999
Splendors of Siberia & Mongolia Aboard the Golden Eagle
July 9 to 22, 2020
Begin in Ulaanbaatar at the Naadam Festival, then board the
Golden Eagle train with Ted Hunter, Conservator in the
Department of Arms and Armor at The Met. See immense
Lake Baikal; visit a village where residents still practice Russian
Orthodox Christianity; and discover the border where Asian and
Russian cultures converge. Finish in Moscow with a private viewing
of the treasures of the tsars. Land/rail rates from $17,999
Humor Monastery, Gura Humorului, Romania
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Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Celtic Classics on The Irish Sea:
Round-Trip Dublin Aboard Sea Cloud II
August 8 to 16, 2020
Embark Sea Cloud II in Dublin to sail between charming towns
in Ireland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and the archaeologically
rich isles of Arran and Man. Enjoy an exclusive lunch with the
owners of Belfast’s Ballywalter Park, marvel at Brodick Castle
on the Isle of Arran, and take a private tour of Gwydir Castle in
Wales. Optional Dublin prelude. Cruise rate from $6,999
East Meets West: Treasures of Turkey & Georgia
August 30 to September 12, 2020
Join Deniz Beyazit, Assistant Curator in The Met’s
Department of Islamic Art, to delve into the ancient and
medieval roots of two picturesque countries whose histories
are intertwined. In Turkey, travel to Istanbul, at the crossroads
of Eastern and Western civilizations, and visit Cappadocia,
with its otherworldly landscape. Continue to Georgia, where
Ottoman and Byzantine influences linger, to discover Tbilisi,
Mtskheta, and Gori. Land rate $10,999
FALL 2020
Phenomenal Iceland: Contemporary Art & Natural Wonders
September 8 to 15, 2020
Discover the unique culture of Iceland with Pari Stave, Senior
Administrator in the Department of Modern and Contemporary
Art. During an optimal time for witnessing the Northern Lights,
explore Iceland’s unparalleled natural splendors and its
exciting contemporary art scene. Land rate $9,499
Cruising The Mekong:
Treasures of Vietnam & Cambodia Aboard the Jahan
September 24 to October 5, 2020
Take an expedition along the Mekong River from Ho Chi Minh
City (formerly Saigon) in Vietnam to Phnom Penh, Cambodia,
and beyond. Conclude in Siem Reap, the gateway to the ancient
Khmer empire, to discover the UNESCO-designated temples of
Angkor. Optional Laos postlude. Land/cruise rate from $8,999
Journey to Discover Hidden Depths:
Tokyo to Hokkaido Aboard Train Suite Shiki-shima
October 1 to 12, 2020
Experience the pinnacle of Japanese luxury aboard Train Suite
Shiki-shima on this exciting new offering. Begin in bustling
Tokyo With John T. Carpenter, Mary Griggs Burke Curator of
Japanese Art at The Met. Then travel to Hokkaido aboard this
sleek cruise train. Land/rail rate from $29,999
Adriatic Odyssey: Venice to Catania Aboard Sea Cloud II
October 4 to 12, 2020
Sail aboard the luxurious Sea Cloud II to ancient towns and
important archaeological sites on both sides of the exquisite
Adriatic coast. Cruise rates from $6,999
Sicily by Sail: Catania to Naples Aboard Sea Cloud II
October 11 to 19, 2020
Experience Sicily, stepping stone between Europe and Africa,
on a classic voyage aboard the three-masted Sea Cloud II.
Cruise rates from $6,999
Land of the Morning Calm: Ancient to Modern Korea
October 18 to 26, 2020
Join Christopher Noey for an immersive, meticulously curated
journey into the colorful past and eclectic present of an
Eastern powerhouse. Begin in flamboyant Seoul, then transfer
to Gyeongju for a window into Old Korea. Land rate $8,999
Hidden Gems of Northern Italy:
Castles, Collections & Culture in Milan, Turin & Alba
November 8 to 16, 2020
Tour a less-explored region of Italy with Marco Leona, David H.
Koch Scientist in Charge at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Among the cultural cognoscenti, the cities of Milan and Turin
are known for their amazing architecture and world-class art.
Land rate $TBA
WINTER 2020 | 2021
A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & The Nile
December 28, 2020 to January 8, 2021
Celebrate the New Year while you marvel at ancient history on
an extraordinary journey through Egypt that includes a Nile
River cruise. Land/cruise rate from $TBA
Siam to Singapore by Luxury Rail
Aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express
January 5 to 19, 2021
Relive the bygone era of luxury rail travel on this Southeast
Asia program featuring an unforgettable train journey.
Land/rail rate from $TBA
Arts & Gardens of the Caribbean:
Round-Trip Barbados Aboard Sea Cloud
February 8 to 16, 2021
Discover the rich cultural legacy of the Caribbean islands
aboard a legendary sailing yacht. Cruise rate from $9,999
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WINTER 2020
q Caribbean Culture: Houses, History & Hamilton Aboard Sea Cloud
q The Yucatán: From the Ancient Maya to Contemporary Art
SPRING 2020
q Alluring Arabia Featuring the Louvre Abu Dhabi
q Met Classics Rome
q Israel: From Ancient Monuments to Contemporary Art
q Morocco: Land of Mists & Mysteries
q Great Artists Caravaggio, Master of Light & Shadow:
q Mediterranean Masterpieces: Cádiz to Nice Aboard Sea Cloud II
q Crossroads of Cultures: Canary Islands, Morocco & Iberia
q Legends & Landscapes of Peru: Lima, Machu Picchu & Cusco
q Belgium, Holland & Van Eyck Aboard Magnifique III
q The Pearls of the Po Aboard La Venezia
q English Elegance: Majestic Manors of Bath & Cornwall
q Newport, Rhode Island: Through the Gilded Age
q Castles, Churches & Collections of Romania
SUMMER 2020
q The Lower Danube: Budapest to Bucharest Aboard AmaMagna
q Sailing Ancient Trade Routes Aboard Sea Cloud II
q Splendors of Siberia & Mongolia Aboard the Golden Eagle
q Celtic Classics on The Irish Sea Aboard Sea Cloud II
q East Meets West: Treasures of Turkey & Georgia
FALL 2020
q Phenomenal Iceland: Contemporary Art & Natural Wonders
q Cruising The Mekong: Treasures of Vietnam & Cambodia
q Alluring Arabia Featuring the Louvre Abu Dhabi
q Journey to Discover Hidden Depths Aboard Shiki-shima
q Adriatic Odyssey: Venice to Catania Aboard Sea Cloud II
q Sicily by Sail: Catania to Naples Aboard Sea Cloud II
q Land of the Morning Calm: Ancient to Modern Korea
q Hidden Gems of Northern Italy: Milan, Turin & Alba
WINTER 2020 | 2 0 2 1
q A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & The Nile
q Siam to Singapore Aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express
q Arts & Gardens of the Caribbean Aboard Sea Cloud

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