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Itinerary for Oct 17 — Oct 27, 2012

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Day One: Wednesday, October 17 - International flights to Athens 
In Transit: International flights depart the USA to Athens, Greece.

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Type: Hotel

 Description: Hera Hotel welcomes its guests with the genuine warmth of definitive hospitality, combined with an impeccable service, comfort and the exceptional atmosphere of a boutique hotel. Conveniently located right at the foot of the Acropolis hill, the new Acropolis Museum, and next to the interconnected archeological sites, Hera Hotel offers a unique opportunity to the visitor to enjoy an excellent stay at the hotel, right into the heart of the old Athens and to traverse through ancient times by strolling through the historic center of the city. Its architectural design is inspired by the grandeur of the ancient Athenian past. The hotel has taken advantage of all the aspects of modern technology in order to furnish the hotel with the comforts that are suitable for a 21st century hotel. The hotel offers conveniently designed facility combinations like, lobby / bar, breakfast room /winter garden, roof garden - as well as, separate decorative elements – anthemia, consoles, hammered steel designs, iron curved columns, pergola, wooden bouageries, vitraux, elaborate marble floor designs.

Contact info:
Falirou 9
Athens, 11742 Greece
phone: +2109236682
web: www.herahotel.gr/

Room amenities: All of the bedrooms are equipped with double-glazed, soundproof windows, air-condition / heating, and are quite and comfortable.

Facility amenities: 24-hour reception, concierge service, elevator, wake up call service, laundry and dry cleaning service, internet corner, free internet connection in the room, tourist & entertainment information, facilities for disabled, non-smoking rooms, meeting and banquet facilities, safe deposit box in the room.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: TBD
Contact Road Scholar Travel Services for rates and bookings.

Check in time: 2:00 PM

Day Two: Thursday, October 18 - Arrive Athens / Orientation 
Arrive To: Arrivals at Athens International Airport. Transfer to program hotel. Check-in. Settling in.

Afternoon: Meet for an introduction to your program by your Group Leader. Then, set off on foot to begin exploring Athens.

Dinner: Enjoy a welcome dinner near the hotel.

Lodging: Hera Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Description: Hera Hotel welcomes its guests with the genuine warmth of definitive hospitality, combined with an impeccable service, comfort and the exceptional atmosphere of a boutique hotel. Conveniently located right at the foot of the Acropolis hill, the new Acropolis Museum, and next to the interconnected archeological sites, Hera Hotel offers a unique opportunity to the visitor to enjoy an excellent stay at the hotel, right into the heart of the old Athens and to traverse through ancient times by strolling through the historic center of the city. Its architectural design is inspired by the grandeur of the ancient Athenian past. The hotel has taken advantage of all the aspects of modern technology in order to furnish the hotel with the comforts that are suitable for a 21st century hotel. The hotel offers conveniently designed facility combinations like, lobby / bar, breakfast room /winter garden, roof garden - as well as, separate decorative elements – anthemia, consoles, hammered steel designs, iron curved columns, pergola, wooden bouageries, vitraux, elaborate marble floor designs.

Contact info:
Falirou 9
Athens, 11742 Greece
phone: +2109236682
web: www.herahotel.gr/

Room amenities: All of the bedrooms are equipped with double-glazed, soundproof windows, air-condition / heating, and are quite and comfortable.

Facility amenities: 24-hour reception, concierge service, elevator, wake up call service, laundry and dry cleaning service, internet corner, free internet connection in the room, tourist & entertainment information, facilities for disabled, non-smoking rooms, meeting and banquet facilities, safe deposit box in the room.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: TBD
Contact Road Scholar Travel Services for rates and bookings.

Check in time: 2:00 PM

Day Three: Friday, October 19 - Athens Discovery 
Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning: Receive a morning introduction to Athens by your Study Leader. Then join our local expert as you explore Athens' ancient heart. Make your way to the Acropolis Museum and later in the morning make your way to the Acropolis. After the Acropolis visit, we make our way down towards the ancient Agora. There are plenty of restaurants near the Agora and it is an ideal place to stop and explore lunch options.

Lunch: Lunch on your own to enjoy walk around or rest and enjoy Greek specialties.

Afternoon: Discover the Agora, the heart of ancient Athens and the focus of political, commercial, administrative and social activity, the religious and cultural centre, and the seat of justice. The site was occupied without interruption in all periods of the city's history.

Dinner: Group dinner in Athens near the hotel.

Lodging: Hera Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Type: Luxury Barge

 Description: Star Clippers operates three of the world’s largest and tallest sailing vessels. Visiting ports often untouched by larger cruise ships and offering passengers the activities, amenities and atmosphere of a private yacht, Star Clippers is recognized as one of the premier specialty cruise lines. The ships currently sail throughout the Caribbean, Mediterranean and Costa Rica.

Ship Information: Tonnage: 2298 Length: 360 ft Beam: 50 ft Draft: 18.5 ft Sail Area: 36,000 sq ft Masts: 4 masts (tallest is 226 ft) Registry: Malta Number of Crew: 72 Nationality of Officers: International Nationality of Crew: International Speed: 8 knots Electric Current: 110 volts Stabilized: Yes, by water tanks to prevent rolling Air Conditioning: Yes Entered Served: Star Flyer 1991, Star Clipper 1992 Most Recent Refits: Star Clipper Summer 2005, Star Flyer Fall 2007 Size: 170 guests/85 staterooms

Contact info:
4, rue de la Turbie
Monaco, 98000 Monaco
phone: +37797978400
web: www.starclippers.com/us/our-fleet/star-clipper.html

Room amenities: Cabin amenities include Private Safe, Hairdryer, Individually Controlled AC, Direct Dial Telephones, Marble Bathrooms, Daily Program, TV, Satellite TV Coverage, Turndown Service with Pillow Sweet, Bathroom Amenities (hand soap, bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, shower caps), 110 volts outlet, Sewing Kit.

Facility amenities: 2 Outdoor pools, Water Sports: snorkeling, SCUBA diving, sunfish sailing, waterskiing, and windsurfing (Please note: all watersports are complimentary except for SCUBA diving. A certification card is required for SCUBA diving.), Piano Bar, Tropical Bar, Private massage tent on deck (additional cost), Valet laundry, Movies shown in your cabin throughout the day/night, Radio in each cabin, Nurse onboard, Internet access (located in Library for 12 euros per hour). Each passenger will receive a personalized identification card that will be used to charge services and products provided on board the ship. The identification cards must be presented each time a passenger boards the ship. Passengers are advised to carry their identification card with them at all times. Each account can be settled in cash, travelers checks or credit card the final day of the cruise. The following credit cards are accepted: Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Personal checks and Discover are not accepted onboard. All onboard charges are in euros. A smoking tolerated section is situated in part of the piano bar lounge. The cabins, dining room and all other enclosed public areas are strictly non-smoking. Guests are prohibited from bringing alcoholic beverages for consumption on board the ship. Alcoholic beverages purchased in ports of call will be retained and returned at the end of the voyage.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Day Four: Saturday, October 20 - Athens and the National Museum 
Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning: Enjoy some unscheduled time to explore Athens at leisure to sit and read a book or enjoy people watching. There are many museums and activities within walking distance of the hotel.

Lunch: Lunch on your own at leisure.

Afternoon: Meet in the afternoon for a trip to The National Archaeological Museum of Athens, the largest archaeological museum in Greece and one of the most important museums in the world devoted to ancient Greek art. Led by your Study Leader, explore and learn about the collection. Then, transfer to the port for embarkation.

Dinner: Dinner on board the ship.

Lodging: Star Clipper

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Type: Luxury Barge

 Description: Star Clippers operates three of the world’s largest and tallest sailing vessels. Visiting ports often untouched by larger cruise ships and offering passengers the activities, amenities and atmosphere of a private yacht, Star Clippers is recognized as one of the premier specialty cruise lines. The ships currently sail throughout the Caribbean, Mediterranean and Costa Rica.

Ship Information: Tonnage: 2298 Length: 360 ft Beam: 50 ft Draft: 18.5 ft Sail Area: 36,000 sq ft Masts: 4 masts (tallest is 226 ft) Registry: Malta Number of Crew: 72 Nationality of Officers: International Nationality of Crew: International Speed: 8 knots Electric Current: 110 volts Stabilized: Yes, by water tanks to prevent rolling Air Conditioning: Yes Entered Served: Star Flyer 1991, Star Clipper 1992 Most Recent Refits: Star Clipper Summer 2005, Star Flyer Fall 2007 Size: 170 guests/85 staterooms

Contact info:
4, rue de la Turbie
Monaco, 98000 Monaco
phone: +37797978400
web: www.starclippers.com/us/our-fleet/star-clipper.html

Room amenities: Cabin amenities include Private Safe, Hairdryer, Individually Controlled AC, Direct Dial Telephones, Marble Bathrooms, Daily Program, TV, Satellite TV Coverage, Turndown Service with Pillow Sweet, Bathroom Amenities (hand soap, bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, shower caps), 110 volts outlet, Sewing Kit.

Facility amenities: 2 Outdoor pools, Water Sports: snorkeling, SCUBA diving, sunfish sailing, waterskiing, and windsurfing (Please note: all watersports are complimentary except for SCUBA diving. A certification card is required for SCUBA diving.), Piano Bar, Tropical Bar, Private massage tent on deck (additional cost), Valet laundry, Movies shown in your cabin throughout the day/night, Radio in each cabin, Nurse onboard, Internet access (located in Library for 12 euros per hour). Each passenger will receive a personalized identification card that will be used to charge services and products provided on board the ship. The identification cards must be presented each time a passenger boards the ship. Passengers are advised to carry their identification card with them at all times. Each account can be settled in cash, travelers checks or credit card the final day of the cruise. The following credit cards are accepted: Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Personal checks and Discover are not accepted onboard. All onboard charges are in euros. A smoking tolerated section is situated in part of the piano bar lounge. The cabins, dining room and all other enclosed public areas are strictly non-smoking. Guests are prohibited from bringing alcoholic beverages for consumption on board the ship. Alcoholic beverages purchased in ports of call will be retained and returned at the end of the voyage.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Day Five: Sunday, October 21 - Monemvasia, Greece 
Breakfast: Breakfast buffet on board the ship.

Morning: Meet for a lecture entitled, "Art and Archeology in the Mediterranean Part 1" led by your Study Leader.

Lunch: Lunch at leisure on board the ship or on shore on your own, you get to decide.

Afternoon: Monemvasia actually means 'single entrance', in this case entrance only by foot as no cars are allowed in the city. Once inside, the visitor is taken aback by the narrow pebbled streets and the little stone houses, that immediately conjure up a charming imagery, culminating at the sight of the astonishing view from the edge of the rocks down to the deep blue of the sea. The fortress of Monemvasia dates back to the 6th century. It was initially constructed by the Byzantines on a rock that had been separated from the mainland during an earthquake in 375 AC. From then on, Monemvasia changed hands several times and was ruled by the Franks, Catalans, Ottomans, Byzantines and Venetians in succession. Enriched by this crossing of civilizations, Monemvasia nowadays emerges proud of its history and reviving calmly its glorious past.

Dinner: Meet for an exclusive Road Scholar cocktail party in the lounge, then continue to dinner on board the ship.

Lodging: Star Clipper

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Luxury Barge

 Description: Star Clippers operates three of the world’s largest and tallest sailing vessels. Visiting ports often untouched by larger cruise ships and offering passengers the activities, amenities and atmosphere of a private yacht, Star Clippers is recognized as one of the premier specialty cruise lines. The ships currently sail throughout the Caribbean, Mediterranean and Costa Rica.

Ship Information: Tonnage: 2298 Length: 360 ft Beam: 50 ft Draft: 18.5 ft Sail Area: 36,000 sq ft Masts: 4 masts (tallest is 226 ft) Registry: Malta Number of Crew: 72 Nationality of Officers: International Nationality of Crew: International Speed: 8 knots Electric Current: 110 volts Stabilized: Yes, by water tanks to prevent rolling Air Conditioning: Yes Entered Served: Star Flyer 1991, Star Clipper 1992 Most Recent Refits: Star Clipper Summer 2005, Star Flyer Fall 2007 Size: 170 guests/85 staterooms

Contact info:
4, rue de la Turbie
Monaco, 98000 Monaco
phone: +37797978400
web: www.starclippers.com/us/our-fleet/star-clipper.html

Room amenities: Cabin amenities include Private Safe, Hairdryer, Individually Controlled AC, Direct Dial Telephones, Marble Bathrooms, Daily Program, TV, Satellite TV Coverage, Turndown Service with Pillow Sweet, Bathroom Amenities (hand soap, bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, shower caps), 110 volts outlet, Sewing Kit.

Facility amenities: 2 Outdoor pools, Water Sports: snorkeling, SCUBA diving, sunfish sailing, waterskiing, and windsurfing (Please note: all watersports are complimentary except for SCUBA diving. A certification card is required for SCUBA diving.), Piano Bar, Tropical Bar, Private massage tent on deck (additional cost), Valet laundry, Movies shown in your cabin throughout the day/night, Radio in each cabin, Nurse onboard, Internet access (located in Library for 12 euros per hour). Each passenger will receive a personalized identification card that will be used to charge services and products provided on board the ship. The identification cards must be presented each time a passenger boards the ship. Passengers are advised to carry their identification card with them at all times. Each account can be settled in cash, travelers checks or credit card the final day of the cruise. The following credit cards are accepted: Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Personal checks and Discover are not accepted onboard. All onboard charges are in euros. A smoking tolerated section is situated in part of the piano bar lounge. The cabins, dining room and all other enclosed public areas are strictly non-smoking. Guests are prohibited from bringing alcoholic beverages for consumption on board the ship. Alcoholic beverages purchased in ports of call will be retained and returned at the end of the voyage.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Day Six: Monday, October 22 - Pilos, Greece 
Breakfast: Breakfast buffet on board the ship.

Morning: Meet for a lecture entitled, "Art and Archeology in the Mediterranean Part 2" led by your Study Leader. Next, discover Pilos, which overlooks a superb natural harbor. The bay looks nearly enclosed with the island of Sfaktira nearby. Pilos hosts a pair of medieval castles, Niokastro, one of the two castles guarding the harbor, affords wonderful views out over the bay. The palace at Pylos belonged to Nestor, the old king who told stories and gave unsolicited advice while the younger warriors fought at Troy.

Lunch: Lunch at leisure on board the ship.

Afternoon: Enjoy some unscheduled time to explore at leisure or to sit and read a book or enjoy people watching. The rest of the time in port is yours to enjoy.

Dinner: Dinner on board the ship.

Lodging: Star Clipper

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Luxury Barge

 Description: Star Clippers operates three of the world’s largest and tallest sailing vessels. Visiting ports often untouched by larger cruise ships and offering passengers the activities, amenities and atmosphere of a private yacht, Star Clippers is recognized as one of the premier specialty cruise lines. The ships currently sail throughout the Caribbean, Mediterranean and Costa Rica.

Ship Information: Tonnage: 2298 Length: 360 ft Beam: 50 ft Draft: 18.5 ft Sail Area: 36,000 sq ft Masts: 4 masts (tallest is 226 ft) Registry: Malta Number of Crew: 72 Nationality of Officers: International Nationality of Crew: International Speed: 8 knots Electric Current: 110 volts Stabilized: Yes, by water tanks to prevent rolling Air Conditioning: Yes Entered Served: Star Flyer 1991, Star Clipper 1992 Most Recent Refits: Star Clipper Summer 2005, Star Flyer Fall 2007 Size: 170 guests/85 staterooms

Contact info:
4, rue de la Turbie
Monaco, 98000 Monaco
phone: +37797978400
web: www.starclippers.com/us/our-fleet/star-clipper.html

Room amenities: Cabin amenities include Private Safe, Hairdryer, Individually Controlled AC, Direct Dial Telephones, Marble Bathrooms, Daily Program, TV, Satellite TV Coverage, Turndown Service with Pillow Sweet, Bathroom Amenities (hand soap, bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, shower caps), 110 volts outlet, Sewing Kit.

Facility amenities: 2 Outdoor pools, Water Sports: snorkeling, SCUBA diving, sunfish sailing, waterskiing, and windsurfing (Please note: all watersports are complimentary except for SCUBA diving. A certification card is required for SCUBA diving.), Piano Bar, Tropical Bar, Private massage tent on deck (additional cost), Valet laundry, Movies shown in your cabin throughout the day/night, Radio in each cabin, Nurse onboard, Internet access (located in Library for 12 euros per hour). Each passenger will receive a personalized identification card that will be used to charge services and products provided on board the ship. The identification cards must be presented each time a passenger boards the ship. Passengers are advised to carry their identification card with them at all times. Each account can be settled in cash, travelers checks or credit card the final day of the cruise. The following credit cards are accepted: Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Personal checks and Discover are not accepted onboard. All onboard charges are in euros. A smoking tolerated section is situated in part of the piano bar lounge. The cabins, dining room and all other enclosed public areas are strictly non-smoking. Guests are prohibited from bringing alcoholic beverages for consumption on board the ship. Alcoholic beverages purchased in ports of call will be retained and returned at the end of the voyage.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Day Seven: Tuesday, October 23 - Cruising the Mediterranean 
Breakfast: Breakfast buffet on board the ship.

Morning: Meet for a lecture entitled, "Greeks, Romans and Christians: The Evolution of Art and Mythology" led by your Study Leader.

Lunch: Lunch at leisure on board the ship.

Afternoon: Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the shipboard activites or to just relax and enjoy the ocean air.

Dinner: Dinner on board the ship.

Lodging: Star Clipper

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Luxury Barge

 Description: Star Clippers operates three of the world’s largest and tallest sailing vessels. Visiting ports often untouched by larger cruise ships and offering passengers the activities, amenities and atmosphere of a private yacht, Star Clippers is recognized as one of the premier specialty cruise lines. The ships currently sail throughout the Caribbean, Mediterranean and Costa Rica.

Ship Information: Tonnage: 2298 Length: 360 ft Beam: 50 ft Draft: 18.5 ft Sail Area: 36,000 sq ft Masts: 4 masts (tallest is 226 ft) Registry: Malta Number of Crew: 72 Nationality of Officers: International Nationality of Crew: International Speed: 8 knots Electric Current: 110 volts Stabilized: Yes, by water tanks to prevent rolling Air Conditioning: Yes Entered Served: Star Flyer 1991, Star Clipper 1992 Most Recent Refits: Star Clipper Summer 2005, Star Flyer Fall 2007 Size: 170 guests/85 staterooms

Contact info:
4, rue de la Turbie
Monaco, 98000 Monaco
phone: +37797978400
web: www.starclippers.com/us/our-fleet/star-clipper.html

Room amenities: Cabin amenities include Private Safe, Hairdryer, Individually Controlled AC, Direct Dial Telephones, Marble Bathrooms, Daily Program, TV, Satellite TV Coverage, Turndown Service with Pillow Sweet, Bathroom Amenities (hand soap, bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, shower caps), 110 volts outlet, Sewing Kit.

Facility amenities: 2 Outdoor pools, Water Sports: snorkeling, SCUBA diving, sunfish sailing, waterskiing, and windsurfing (Please note: all watersports are complimentary except for SCUBA diving. A certification card is required for SCUBA diving.), Piano Bar, Tropical Bar, Private massage tent on deck (additional cost), Valet laundry, Movies shown in your cabin throughout the day/night, Radio in each cabin, Nurse onboard, Internet access (located in Library for 12 euros per hour). Each passenger will receive a personalized identification card that will be used to charge services and products provided on board the ship. The identification cards must be presented each time a passenger boards the ship. Passengers are advised to carry their identification card with them at all times. Each account can be settled in cash, travelers checks or credit card the final day of the cruise. The following credit cards are accepted: Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Personal checks and Discover are not accepted onboard. All onboard charges are in euros. A smoking tolerated section is situated in part of the piano bar lounge. The cabins, dining room and all other enclosed public areas are strictly non-smoking. Guests are prohibited from bringing alcoholic beverages for consumption on board the ship. Alcoholic beverages purchased in ports of call will be retained and returned at the end of the voyage.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Day Eight: Wednesday, October 24 - Syracuse - Sicily, Italy 
Breakfast: Breakfast buffet on board the ship.

Morning: The Greek theatre in Syracuse is one of the best examples of ancient theatre architecture anywhere and is one of the sites we will be visiting this morning. Before lunch, we will also pay homage at the Tomb of Archimedes and be guided around the wonderful Archaeological Museum.

Lunch: Lunch at leisure on board the ship or on shore on your own, you get to decide.

Afternoon: The afternoon will be spent on the island of Ortygia, the picturesque original heart of Syracuse. Here we will see the ruins of the Temple of Apollo, the cathedral which has been built on to an original Greek temple and the fortifications of the Castello Eurialo built by the Greeks in 402 BC to defend Syracuse.

Dinner: Dinner on board the ship.

Lodging: Star Clipper

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Description: The Park Hotel is a contemporary hotel in the heart of Sliema, situated less then 100m away from the inspiring and popular seafront promenade. Warmth and style are the common factors reflected in the hotel environment and its renowned service offered always with a smile.

Contact info:
Graham Street
Sliema, SLM1712
Valetta, Malta
phone: (+356) 21 343 788/9
web: www.parkhotel.com.mt/parkhotel/home.aspx

Room amenities: Rooms have private bathrooms, air-conditioning, direct dialing telephone, TV, hair dryer, private personal safe deposit boxes (at a small charge), mini refrigerator and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Facility amenities: The Park Hotel offers 2 pools. In the hot summer days, one can enjoy the pool area on the 7th floor which is open most of the year. In the winter cold and rainy days, one can use the heated indoor pool which is open from October till July.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights after: N/A
Please consult Road Scholar Travel Services for rate inquiries.

Check out time: 11:00 AM

Day Nine: Thursday, October 25 - Valetta, Malta 
Breakfast: Breakfast buffet on board the ship.

Morning: Disembark the ship, then proceed to Baroque Valletta, an architectural legacy of the Hospitaller Knights of St. John of Jerusalem. The coach will drive us around the towering walls and up to the Main Gate where our guide will take the group to visit St. John's Co-Cathedral and museum housing two important original works by Caravaggio: 'St. Jerome' and his masterful 'The Beheading of St. John the Baptist'. The latter still hangs in the exact position for which it was painted.

Lunch: Lunch at a local restaurant, with coffee or tea and water.

Afternoon: The prehistoric temples of Malta and the sister island Gozo are acknowledged to be the oldest buildings still standing on earth. Architecture in its purest and most original form is demonstrated in the 5,000 -years-old Hagar Qim structure in which participants will walk. A new visitor center explains in more detail the mysterious ancient culture that created these monuments more than a thousand years ahead of the pyramids. Then transfer to the hotel.

Dinner: Dinner at the hotel.

Lodging: Park Hotel Sliema

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Hotel

 Description: The Park Hotel is a contemporary hotel in the heart of Sliema, situated less then 100m away from the inspiring and popular seafront promenade. Warmth and style are the common factors reflected in the hotel environment and its renowned service offered always with a smile.

Contact info:
Graham Street
Sliema, SLM1712
Valetta, Malta
phone: (+356) 21 343 788/9
web: www.parkhotel.com.mt/parkhotel/home.aspx

Room amenities: Rooms have private bathrooms, air-conditioning, direct dialing telephone, TV, hair dryer, private personal safe deposit boxes (at a small charge), mini refrigerator and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Facility amenities: The Park Hotel offers 2 pools. In the hot summer days, one can enjoy the pool area on the 7th floor which is open most of the year. In the winter cold and rainy days, one can use the heated indoor pool which is open from October till July.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights after: N/A
Please consult Road Scholar Travel Services for rate inquiries.

Check out time: 11:00 AM

Day Ten: Friday, October 26 - Valetta - Mdina, Malta 
Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning: Take a ride through the countryside, including the village of Marsaxlokk with its brightly colored fishing boats, Buskett Gardens, and a scenic photo stop at Dingli Cliffs, the highest point on the island. Proceed to Mdina, the ancient capital of Malta. Before entering the city go into nearby Rabat on foot to visit the Grotto of St. Paul, where the Apostle is believed to have dwelt after being shipwrecked in 60 AD, and also the unique 4th Century Christian catacombs. Then walk into the walled city. The ancient capital of the island, Mdina is sometimes called 'The Silent City' for the atmosphere of quiet that prevails there. It is a living museum, with ancestral palaces lining its curving medieval streets. From an amazing scenic lookout on the bastions half the island can be seen. Continue for an escorted walk through the city.

Lunch: Lunch on your own while exploring Mdina.

Afternoon: Visit the Limestone Heritage Museum. Enter an actual quarry for a unique exposure to 5,000 years of history in building with stone. A hands-on workshop with tools will give each person the chance to experience the extraordinary stone that has so defined Malta's architectural legacy.

Dinner: Farewell dinner at a private home.

Lodging: Park Hotel Sliema

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day Eleven: Saturday, October 27 - Departures to the USA 
Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning: Transfer from the hotel to Malta International Airport for departure flights to the USA.

Meals Included: Breakfast
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