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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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 Turkey
- The most prosperous region of the ancient Mediterranean world.
- The finest collection of Hellenistic and Roman city ruins to be found anywhere.
- All the major sites and many which are off the beaten track or difficult to get to.
- Scenically varied and spectacular, coast, mountain and plain.
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26 April–5 May 2009
10 days • £2,580
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Istanbul
- An extraordinarily diverse city.
- Major Roman remains. Outstanding Byzantine buildings. Glorious mosaics Ottoman mosques and palaces.
- Stay in the heart of the Sultanahmet.
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11–17 May 2009
7 days • £1,660
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Istanbul & Cappadocia
- For Friends of the Royal Academy
- Combines the remarkable vestiges of the great Byzantine capital with the unique rock-cut churches of Cappadocia. The hotel in Cappadocia is also carved into the rock.
- Precious Byzantine buildings, glorious mosaics.
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14–20 September 2009
7 days • £2,060
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Ottoman Turkey
- Stay in Istanbul, capital from 1453, and the earlier Ottoman capitals of Bursa and Edirne.
- See fine Ottoman buildings, which constitute perhaps a high point of Islamic architecture.
- Study Iznik ceramics and tiles, as well as textiles and craft work in wood and metal.
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21–28 June 2009
8 days • £1,860
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