GRAND SOUTH AFRICA

Featuring Two Nights aboard the Luxurious Rovos Rail

March 24–April 5, 2014

GRAND SOUTH AFRICA FEATURING TWO NIGHTS ABOARD THE LUXURIOUS ROVOS RAILMarch 24–April 5, 2014 (12 nights/13 days)

TRAVEL TO SOUTH AFRICA to experience the diverse threads of

South Africa’s history, an animal

kingdom of enormous abundance

and diversity, the birthplace of

mankind’s earliest ancestors, the

meeting place of two great oceans,

and the juxtaposition of

transplanted European values and

indigenous tribal norms.

Discover the rich history of South Africa’s

oldest city, Cape Town; marvel at the

beauty of the Cape Peninsula; and explore

the justly acclaimed Stellenbosch wine

region. Then board the luxurious Rovos

Rail for a two-day journey across South

Africa’s sweeping landscapes, enjoying all

the comforts of the golden age of train

travel: unsurpassed service, elegant

traditional furnishings and period décor,

panoramic views of spectacular

landscapes, and fi ne dining.

Visit Kimberley, site of the fi rst diamond

discoveries in South Africa; Pretoria,

South Africa’s administrative capital;

and the country’s economic engine,

Johannesburg, where the struggles of

apartheid played out so dramatically.

End your adventure at Kapama Southern

Camp for a magnifi cent safari experience.

You may also extend your trip, if you wish,

and fl y to Zimbabwe to see the

thundering wonder of Victoria Falls.

During game drives at Kamapa Private Game Reserve, be on the lookout for an alert family of juvenile lions (cover) and try to spot the subtle differences in stripe patterns that distinguish one zebra from another.

TO BOOK A TRIP CALL 800-422-1636 OR VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/HAA/TRAVEL

HAA STUDY LEADER

As this brochure goes to print, we have not yet confi rmed the

faculty study leader for this program. We intend, however, that

you will be joined by a Harvard lecturer who will enhance your

travel experience. You will discover that our lecturers are not

only fi rst-rate scholars and teachers but also friendly traveling

companions, eager to share their insight through conversation

as well as in scheduled presentations.

OTHER FEATURED LECTURER

David Welsh, a Capetonian by birth, has lived all

his life in South Africa. He studied at the

Universities of Cape Town and Oxford and was

Professor of Southern African Studies at the

University of Cape Town from 1963 until 1997, at which time he

became a full-time writer. His major interest, both as a scholar

and a human rights activist, is the system of apartheid and how it

ended. His most recent book, The Rise and Fall of Apartheid

(2010), explores the issues and events that led to South Africa’s

fast and relatively peaceful transformation from apartheid to

democracy. David, an experienced lecturer on Rovos Rail

programs, will lead in-depth discussions about South Africa’s

complicated political history. His wife, social anthropologist

Virginia van der Vliet, will also be on hand to add to the

discussion; the author of The Politics of AIDS (1996), she is a

noted expert in HIV transmission and containment.

Enjoy the thrill of seeing wild animals in their native habitat from open-air safari vehicles on guided game drives.

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THE HAA?

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Harvard alumni

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history, and cuisine

at each stop

• Relationships

that last beyond

your itinerary

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MONDAY–TUESDAY, MARCH 24–25

Home / Cape Town, South AfricaDepart home and travel overnight to Cape Town. Welcome reception. Mount Nelson Hotel (R)

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26

Cape TownWeather permitting, ride cable cars to the top of Table Mountain for breathtaking views of the city and the Cape Peninsula. Then travel to the beautifully restored town of Stellenbosch, the center of the Cape’s wine industry and renowned for its Cape Dutch architecture. Visit a local vineyard and sample a selection of South Africa’s excellent wines. Mount Nelson Hotel (B,L)

THURSDAY, MARCH 27

Cape TownBoard a ferry to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela and other freedom fi ghters were once imprisoned. At the prison hear riveting personal stories from former inmates now serving as guides. In the afternoon visit Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, established in 1913 as a center for the study and preservation of the indigenous fl ora of South Africa. Nestled at the foot of Table Mountain, the garden boasts a spectacular collection of proteas, including the King Protea, South Africa’s national fl ower. It

A panoramic view of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain (center) offers a lofty perspective routinely enjoyed by brilliantly hued lilac-breasted rollers and long-necked giraffes.

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also regularly exhibits Zimbabwean stone sculptures. Mount Nelson Hotel (B,L,D)

FRIDAY, MARCH 28

Cape Town / Cape PeninsulaDepart for the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point, at the southwestern tip of the African continent. At Boulders Beach, observe the resident colony of African penguins. Return to Cape Town along the scenic False Bay coastline. Mount Nelson Hotel (B,L)

SATURDAY, MARCH 29

Cape Town / Board Rovos RailBoard Rovos Rail and depart Cape Town this morning. From the comfort of the observation car or a private compartment, watch the South African landscape transform from the lush valleys, vineyards, and sculpted mountains of the Western Cape to the stark desolation of the Great Karoo Desert. Arrive in Matjiesfontein, a charming oasis in the Little Karoo, and stroll through the historic town before dinner on board the train. Rovos Rail (B,L,D)

SUNDAY, MARCH 30

KimberleyDisembark in Kimberly for a visit to the Diamond Museum and the “Big Hole,” the largest man-made excavation in the world, where

millions of tons of diamondiferous kimberlite ore were discovered and excavated. Rovos Rail (B,L,D)

MONDAY, MARCH 31

JohannesburgAboard Rovos Rail, cross the Vaal River into the Transvaal and disembark in Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa. Tour historic Church Square and the impressive Union Buildings, headquarters for the South African government since 1913. Palazzo Hotel (B,L)

TUESDAY, APRIL 1

JohannesburgVisit the African Leadership Academy, a pan-African secondary institution that aims to educate and develop outstanding students into the next generation of African leaders, and the Apartheid Museum, a sobering examination of South Africa’s turbulent racial history. Palazzo Hotel (B,L,D)

WEDNESDAY–THURSDAY, APRIL 2–3

Kapama Private Game ReserveFly from Johannesburg to Kapama Private Game Reserve adjacent to Kruger National Park and check in to the luxurious Kapama Southern Camp, which overlooks the bushveld and a waterhole frequented by elephants. Participate in morning and afternoon game drives,

A panoramic view of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain (center) offers a lofty perspective routinely enjoyed by brilliantly hued lilac-breasted rollers and long-necked giraffes.

DETAILS

Activity Level: ActiveCo-sponsors: National Trust ToursGroup size: 32 maximum

WHAT TO EXPECT

The pace of this tour is active; all participants should be in good health and capable of walking over rough terrain without assistance from tour sta� . Adventure-fi lled days will be balanced by relaxed periods on the train and between game drives at Kapama Southern Camp. Game drives depart early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the hottest part of the day. Open-air safari vehicles, which greatly enhance the game-viewing experience, can be dusty and the ride somewhat bumpy. In March, average daily high and low temperatures in Cape Town are 76°F and 60°F and in Johannesburg are 74°F and 58°F, with occasional rain. Daily highs at Kapama can reach into the 80s°F, with cooler evenings. Participants with medical issues and/or dietary restrictions must make them known to us well before departure, and impairments regarding mobility must be disclosed prior to booking. If you have any questions about the level of activity of this program or your ability to participate, please call HAA at 800-422-1636.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Experience the beauty of the Cape Peninsula and the drama of Cape Horn at the southern tip of Africa.

• Visit the Stellenbosch wine region and sample some of South Africa’s renowned wines.

• Ride the luxurious Rovos Rail for two nights through the sweeping landscapes of South Africa, stopping at Kimberley to learn about the birthplace of the country’s diamond industry.

• Discover the cultural richness of South Africa, where many peoples from many parts of the world have, over time, created a diverse and engaging population.

• Fly to the private Kapama Private Game Reserve and thrill at close-up views of the “Big Five” (lion, elephant, Cape bu� alo, leopard, and rhino).

CAPE TOWN

KIMBERLEY

JOHANNESBURGPRETORIA

KAPAMA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

VICTORIA FALLS

Nambibia

Botswana

Zimbabwe

Mozambique

Lesotho

KrugerNational

Park

Indian Ocean

AtlanticOcean

Zambia

South Africa

AIRRAILLAND

looking for lions, leopards, cheetahs, bu� alos, black rhinos, gira� es, zebras, elephants, and other large mammals that inhabit the reserve. Kapama is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with a great diversity of bird species in residence. Kapana Southern Camp (2B,2L,2D)

FRIDAY–SATURDAY, APRIL 4–5

Kapama Private Game Reserve / Johannesburg / HomeAfter a fi nal morning game drive, fl y to Johannesburg and relax in day rooms at an airport hotel before boarding fl ights home, arriving on April 5. (B,L)

Optional Post-Tour Extension to Victoria FallsFRIDAY–TUESDAY, APRIL 4–8

Fly from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and check in to the elegant Victoria Falls Hotel, which overlooks the Zambezi River within sight of the eastern cataract of spectacular Victoria Falls. This grand Edwardian-style hotel was recently redecorated and refurbished. The fi rst hotel built at Victoria Falls, it is a gracious refuge set in lush tropical gardens a few minutes’ walk to the falls. Hike to the falls for fascinating views and enjoy a cruise on the Zambezi River. Additional details will be sent to confi rmed participants. Rates: $2,350 per person, double occupancy; $3,050 per person, single occupancy.

TO BOOK A TRIP CALL 800-422-1636 OR VISIT ALUMNI.HARVARD.EDU/HAA/TRAVEL

GENERAL INFORMATION

TOUR COST INCLUSIONS: All accommodations and meals as specifi ed in the itinerary; All excursions as specifi ed in the itinerary; Full program of briefi ngs, lectures, and presentations; On-tour round-trip airfare between Johannesburg and Kapama Private Game Reserve; Wine with welcome and farewell receptions; All ground transportation and the on-tour fl ight within program itinerary; Bottled water during daily excursions; Private transfer by car on arrival day and group transfer by motorcoach on departure day; Baggage handling for one checked piece and one carry-on piece per person; Entrance fees; Airport and hotel taxes; Gratuities to porters, wait sta� , guides, drivers, and train crew for all group activities; Professional tour manager; $50,000 Emergency Medical Evacuation Insurance.

TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS: U.S. domestic and international airfare; Passport and visa fees; Medical expenses and immunizations; Meals and beverages other than those specifi ed as included; Dishes and beverages not part of the included meals; Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour; Alcohol except as otherwise indicated in Inclusions;

Excess baggage charges; Trip-cancellation/interruption and baggage insurance; Independent airport transfers; Laundry, room service, telephone/email/fax charges, and other items of a personal nature

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS, & FINAL PAYMENT: To reserve a space on this program, a $1,000 deposit is required per person. Please either call us at 800-422-1636 or 617-496 0806, or fi ll out and mail or fax the registration form found in this brochure. Reservations are acknowledged in order of receipt until the maximum enrollment has been reached. Final payment deadline is November 25, 2013, 120 days prior to departure.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS: Notifi cation of cancellation must be received in writing by HAA from the participant. Cancellations within 14 days of booking; full refund; cancellations received up to 120 days prior to departure will be assessed a cancellation fee of $1,000 per person. Cancellations received within 120 days prior to departure are subject to 100% penalty of all deposits and payments.

ITINERARY CHANGES: The itinerary contained in this brochure is accurate at the time of printing. We reserve the right to

change the program or accommodations as conditions warrant.

INSURANCE: We highly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance. An application for insurance will be provided by HAA upon confi rmation.

RESPONSIBILITY: Certain other provisions apply regarding limitations of liability and rights of HAA and the tour operator. The statement of responsibility is available at http://alumni.harvard.edu/travel/trips/rovos-rail. If you are not able to access the internet, please call HAA Travels at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806.

DISCLAIMER: Every reasonable e� ort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented in this publication. Neither HAA nor the tour operator is responsible for errors in or damages resulting from use of the information contained herein. Information contained in this brochure is subject to change.

QUESTIONS: Please call HAA Travels at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806; email: haatravels@harvard.edu.

California Seller of Travel Program CST #2088800-40

Enjoy the many pleasures of sophisticated train travel aboard the distinguished Rovos Rail. Each coach has been meticulously restored to world-class standards of sleeping accommodations, dining, and sightseeing. Each sleeping carriage has two Royal Suites (172 square feet with bathtub and shower), three Deluxe Suites (118 square feet with shower), or fi ve Pullman Suites (75 square feet with shower). All accommodations o� er en suite facilities, individual temperature controls, mini-bar, sitting area, and wardrobe. Complimentary bar service is included throughout your stay on board the train, and meals feature the fi nest in continental and local cuisine, including internationally recognized wines.

ROVOS RAIL

Air Arrangements: U.S. domestic and international airfare is not included in the program rates. On-tour airfare between Johannesburg and Kapama Private Game Reserve is included in the program rates. Economy-class airfare between Boston and Cape Town with return from Johannesburg is approximately $1,400 as of May 2013 and is subject to change without notice.

PRICINGCATEGORY DOUBLE SINGLE

DELUXE SUITE $9,950 $14,440

Bed confi guration: Queen, adjoining Twins, or L-shaped Twins

ROYAL SUITE $10,750 —

Bed confi guration: Queen or adjoining Twins

PULLMAN SUITE — $12,940

Bed confi guration: Double fold-away or two fold-away Twins

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FOR THIS TOUR, INCLUDING REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS AND THE

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PHOTO CREDITS: (FROM DREAMSTIME.COM): Lions ©Riaanvdb; Zebras ©Uros Kavbar; Lilac-breasted Roller ©Steven Dixson; Table Mountain ©Harmkruyshaar; Giraffes©Nico Smit. On safari with elephant ©Kapama Private Game Reserve. Train exterior and interiors ©Rovos Rail Tour (Pty) Ltd.

LAND & RAIL

LEGENDARY TURKEY:ISTANBUL TO THETURQUOISE COASTOCT 5–19, 2013MARTIN PUCHNER

EXPLORING THE HOLY LAND: ISRAEL & PALESTINEOCT 13–24, 2013CAROL SAIVETZ

AN INSIDER’S ROMEOCT 25–NOV 2, 2013HARVEY COX

GUATEMALA, MEXICO, & BELIZEJAN 31–FEB 11, 2014

CARNEVALE IN VENICEFEB 18–24, 2014LEO DAMROSCH & JOYCE VAN DYKE

EXPLORING MYANMAR: LAND OF THE GOLDEN PAGODAMAR 10–23, 2014PETER BOL

GRAND SOUTH AFRICA WITH ROVOS RAILMARCH 24–APRIL 5, 2014

QATAR, OMAN & UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: A MIDDLE EASTERN EXPLORATIONMARCH 2014

GERMANY: BERLIN & LEIPZIGAPR 2014

TURKISH TREASURESAPR 25–MAY 9, 2014

MOROCCAN ODYSSEYMAY 17–30, 2014

THE ULTIMATE SILK ROAD JOURNEY: XIAN TO ISTANBULMAY 19–JUN 8, 2014

INSIDE THE RUSSIAN SPACE PROGRAMMAY 22–30, 2014DAVID AGUILAR

MACHU PICCHU TO THE GALAPAGOS ON M/Y CORAL IIMAY 27–JUN 10, 2014JEFFREY QUILTER

LANDSCAPES & LITERATURES OF ENGLISH GARDENSJUN 7–14, 2014MICHAEL WEISHAN

DISCOVER WALESJUNE 2014CATHERINE MCKENNA

TANZANIA: HUNTERS& GATHERERSJUN 21–JUL 5, 2014DANIEL LIEBERMAN

TOWN & COUNTRY LIFE: PARIS TO PROVENCESEP 8–16, 2014SIDNEY & CYNTHIA VERBA

HIDDEN DOLCE VITA: TUSCANY & UMBRIASEP 9–18, 2014

LADAKH TO BHUTANSEP 13–27, 2014

JOURNEY THROUGH THE SOUTH CAUCASUS: AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT AZERBAIJAN, GEORGIA, & ARMENIASEP 27–OCT 11, 2014

SPAIN & PORTUGAL: PARADORES & POSADASSEP 27–OCT 11, 2014

SOUTHERN AFRICA ODYSSEYOCT 23–NOV 8, 2014

EGYPT & JORDAN BY PRIVATE AIR DEC 26, 2014–JAN 3, 2015

CRUISES

SICILY BY SEA ON SEA CLOUD IISEP 21–29, 2013MICHAEL MCCORMICK

PANAMA CANAL CENTENNIAL: COSTA RICA, PANAMA, & A CANAL CROSSINGJAN 19–31, 2014

EXPEDITION TO ANTARCTICA ON M.S. AUSTRALJAN 31–FEB 13, 2014DAVID AGUILAR

TAHITI AND FRENCH POLYNESIA ON M.S. GAUGUINFEB 20–MAR 2, 2014JAMES SIMPSON

ARGENTINA, URUGUAY & BRAZIL ON SEA EXPLORERMAR 11–23, 2014

JAPAN: LAND OF THE RISING SUN ABOARD CALEDONIAN SKYMAY 7–20, 2014HELEN HARDACRE

DENMARK, NORWAY, SCOTLAND & ICELAND ON SEA EXPLORERMAY 23–JUN 4, 2014STEPHEN MITCHELL

BLACK SEA CIRCUMNAVIGATION ON VARIETY VOYAGERMAY 28–JUN 10, 2014NICHOLAS BURNS

BALTIC COUNTRIES ON SEA CLOUD IIJUN 29–JUL 9, 2014

AEGEAN SEA ON VARIETY VOYAGERJUL 23–AUG 1, 2014HARVEY COX & NINA TUMARKIN

ICELAND TO GREENLAND: VOYAGE TO THE ARCTIC CIRCLE ON M.S. L’AUSTRALAUG 2–14, 2014

BEYOND RAPA NUI: EASTER ISLAND ON CLIPPER ODYSSEYSEPTEMBER 2014

GREEKS, PHOENICIANS & ROMANS ON VARIETY VOYAGERSEP 10–20, 2014RICHARD THOMAS

ISLANDS & RIVIERASOF FRANCE, SPAIN,& ITALY ON TERE MOANASEP 19–27, 2014

VOYAGE TO MADAGASCAR ON ISLAND SKYNOVEMBER 2014

NEW ZEALAND BY SEA ON CALEDONIAN SKYDECEMBER 2014

RIVERS & LAKES

PRAGUE TO PARIS WITH A MAIN & RHINE RIVERS CRUISE ON RIVER CLOUD IIOCT 9–22, 2013JOHN STEWART

VIETNAM & CAMBODIA WITH THE MEKONG RIVEROCT 16–NOV 1, 2013PATRICE HIGONNET

INDIA’S HOLYRIVER GANGES ON BENGAL GANGAJAN 1–17, 2014DIANA ECK

AMAZON RIVER EXPEDITIONJAN 17–26, 2014ZARIN MACHANDA

THE ELBE RIVER: PRAGUE TO BERLIN ON SWISS RUBYAPR 29–MAY 10, 2014ROBERT KIELY

PORTUGAL & SPAIN: THE ENCHANTING DOURO RIVER ON AMA VIDAMAY 5–13, 2014

WATERWAYS OF RUSSIA: MOSCOW TO ST. PETERSBURG ON VOLGA DREAMJUL 16–26, 2014JULIE BUCKLER

TOWN & COUNTRY LIFE: PARIS TO PROVENCE ON M.S. AMADEUS SYMPHONYSEP 8–16, 2014

SYMPHONY ON THE BLUE DANUBE: A CLASSICAL MUSIC CRUISESEP 13–25, 2014

FAMILY ADVENTURES

FAMILY TANZANIA SAFARIDEC 26, 2013–JAN 5, 2014BRIAN FARRELL

UNITED KINGDOM & THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: A FAMILY EXPLORATIONJUNE 2014

GALAPAGOS FAMILY ADVENTURE ON SANTA CRUZJUL 7–15, 2014

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