Ancient Greek Philosophy
- An untaxing course in ancient thought in the context of places where the great philosophers, scientists and physicians lived and practised.
- The cruise also aims to equip participants with an understanding of philosophy generally and its relevance in the modern world.
- Medical history is a significant strand.
- As a foil to the intellectual content of the cruise, there are (optional) guided walks through lovely countryside.
- And as the ideal Dionysian complement to the cerebral, Apollonian aspects, there are talks on the recent renaissance of Greek wine-making – and opportunities to enjoy its fruits.
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25 October–5 November 2009
12 days • from £2,620
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Byzantine Greece
- For Friends of the Royal Academy
- The best Byzantine heritage in the
Peloponnese, amid wonderfully
unspoilt landscape.
- Special access to churches in the
Mani Peninsula.
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4–12 September 2009
9 days • £2,390
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Classical Civilizations
- A chronological survey of Graeco-Roman civilizations – Minoan, Mycenaean, Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine.
- Includes many of the world’s most spectacular and beautiful archaeological sites and museums.
- Naval history is a subsidiary theme with talks focusing in particular on the Ancient and Napoleonic eras.
- A string quartet plays on board and in historic buildings ashore.
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13–25 October 2009
13 days • from £2,990
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Classical Greece
- A comprehensive survey of the principal Archaic, Classical and Hellenistic sites in mainland Greece.
- A long and full tour covering a lot of ground, but there is time to rest and absorb.
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9–18 May 2009
10 days • £2,680
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Minoan Crete
- Concentrates on the extraordinary civilization of the Minoans, but pays due attention to Classical and later cultures.
- Plenty of time for Knossos and the main sites but also includes many remote and little-visited ones.
- Wonderful, contrasting landscapes.
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6–15 April 2009
10 days • £2,260
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13–22 October 2009
10 days • £2,260
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