Andante 2016 Availability | US Edition

Tel: 1-888-331-3476 | [email protected] | www.andantetravels.comThe Clock Tower, 4 Oakridge Office Park, Southampton Road, Whaddon, Salisbury, SP5 3HT, UK

2016 update and availabilityBook your space on an Andante tour for the New Year - Last few spaces in early 2016 !

As we bid goodbye to 2015, we look forward to 2016 and the ample opportunities we have to explore some of the most interesting sites in the Ancient World. The tours listed in this brochure do not include flights - but we are happy to organize international travel to suit you. Just let us know where and when you wish to fly from and we will do our best to meet your needs.

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For advice, information and to book

www.andantetravels.comUK: 01722 713 800Australia: 02 9191 2623

China - An epic journey through China’s rich and varied history - from little known prehistoric settlements to Imperial splendor in the Forbidden City. Take the opportunity to explore some of China’s most incredible archaeological offerings - big names including the Terracotta Army and the Great Wall.October 31 - November 16 | Malcolm McNeil | $6,325

Due to popular demand we’ve added extra China and Iran dates - book now to avoid disappointment:

Persia: Kings, Shahs and Gardens - A land of mystery, contrast, history and hospitality... Iran is rich in antiquities - her intricately decorated monuments bear witness to the sweep of its epic past. Join us as we walk in the footsteps of Cyrus the Great; and discover the mysterious world of the Zoroastrians.October 13 - 29 | Carolyn Perry | $6,555


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New tours for 2016...We added 23 new destinations to our 2016 tour list and they have proven very popular... This is just a small selection of what’s available - but hurry - spaces are running out fast!

dalmatia & dubrovnikFrom Zagreb to Zadar, Split to Dubrovnik, you’re sure to find spectacular archaeology. $4,235 | June & October dates

wild thraceThe seat of boisterous kingdoms - traces of Roman, Medieval and Ottoman history remain across the region.$3,275 | June & September dates

menorca - balearic blissThe prehistoric landscape of Menorca, which is at the heart of this tour, is still visible within its rugged terrain...$3,195 | April 11 - 17

thessalonikiWalking through Thessaloniki’s streets you are treated to gorgeous glimpses of an illustrious past.$3,040 | April & December dates

If you don’t have a copy of our 2016 catalog or need a fresh copy - let us know. Request your new copy today - by giving us a call or visiting our website - and we’ll put it straight into the mail for you!

We have more than 60 outstanding itineraries to some of the world’s most fascinating archaeological destinations, including 23 new tours such as Persia: Great Kings and Shahs, the Rock Art of Scandinavia, Wild Thrace, Northern Peru and South Africa. In 2016, every single tour has an element of special access too!


last few spaces!

You’ll find a full update on remaining spaces for 2016 in the availability section of this brochure. You can also visit our website for more information on our full range of tours. Please get in touch by phone or email if you would like more information. We are happy to help wherever we can.

roman germanyMeet military history at its most exciting... Amidst beautiful countryside and handsome German cities we follow the story of early Roman pioneers and entrepreneurs.$3,755 | May 15 - 24

rock art of altamiraEnjoy a uniquely close encounter with our Stone Age antecedents; and see the juxtaposition of ancient contemporary art.$3,165 | May & June dates

corsicaUncover a long history - from the Neolithic and Bronze Age, through colonization - cloaked by Corsica’s rugged heights. $3,275 | May 22 - 29

northern peruJourney through Northern Peru - and meet the amazing ‘mummies of Leymebamba’.$6,905 | May 9 - 26

rock art of scandanaviaTravel through Sweden and Norway on the trail of enigmatic rock art depictions - scenes of fighting, sun worship, chariots and boats...$4,715 | July 1 - 8

peru, bolivia & nazca linesDiscover the breathtaking sites of the Incas as well as the intriguing remains of their lesser-known ancestors.$6,995 | September 7 - 27

hidden romeExplore a hidden world of buried catacombs and temples and enjoy a rare and privileged view of the Eternal City.$4,525 | Throughout 2016

Time is running out... Some 2016 tours are now fully booked and there are a large selection with just a few spaces remaining. When they’re gone, they’re gone - so don’t miss out, reserve your place today:



2016 calendar and availability

february - march

Lose yourself in the past, walking the ancient streets in the footsteps of gladiators, slaves, senators and citizens... Discover the ruins of dramatic classical Italian cities, devastated by the eruption of Vesuvius. New discoveries are constantly being made - and in 2016, we also receive special access to the cavernous giant Roman cistern Piscina Mirabilis at Misenum, which is closed to the general public. March 7 - 14 | Tony Wilmott | $2,715

Why not extend your vacation by continuing on to Rome with Dr Eireann Marshall...

pompeii & herculaneumDelve beyond the usual marble monuments and descend beneath Rome’s modern streets. Explore a hidden world of buried houses, temples and catacombs - the very fabric of Rome. This rare and privileged

view of the Eternal City, is usually only accessible to archaeologists and specialists. We also have

special access to the Secret Archives of the Vatican - view rarely seen documents and tour areas closed to the public. March 14 - 19 | Dr Eireann Marshall | $4,525

Give us a call to find out more about linking an Andante tour...

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February Single Double/TwinHidden Rome Mon 1 - Sat 6 2 3+Egypt - Queens & Nobles Mon 15 - Fri 26 3+ 3+Hidden Athens Tue 16 - Sun 21 3+ 3+Bare Bones Pompeii Mon 22 - Sun 28 3+ 3+

March Single Double/TwinRome - with Sistine Chapel Mon 7 - Sat 12 2 3+Pompeii, Herculaneum & Classical Campania Mon 7 - Mon 14 3+ 3Meet the Romans Sun 13 - Mon 21 3+ 3+Hidden Rome Mon 14 - Sat 19 3 1South Africa Sat 19 - Wed 30 On Request On Request

Tunisia Punic Wars Thu 24 - Fri April 1 3+ 3+Relaxed Seville Fri 25 - Thu 31 3+ 3Malta & Gozo - Prehistory and History Mon 28 - Sun April 3 3+ 3+Jordan - Petra and the Desert Fortresses Tue 29 - Thu April 7 3+ 1Bare Bones Sicily Thu 31 - Thu April 7 3+ 3+

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The streets of Thessaloniki are rich in the monuments of its illustrious past... the palace of Emperor Galerius, Byzantine walls, ancient Orthodox churches, and Ottoman mosques. Venture beyond the city walls to picturesque ancient Dion and the Enipeas Ravine; and enjoy special access to the glorious frescoes of the Church of St Nicholas Orfanos.April 19 - 25 | Dr Christina Hatzimichael Whitley | $3,040

Why not extend your vacation and enjoy a walking tour of Istanbul...

thessalonikiEscape the crowds around Istanbul’s major monuments and discover the hidden corners and vibrant street life of this great city, in the company of an expert scholar who knows Istanbul inside out. Walk in the shadow of the

5th-century AD Theodosian Walls through back streets and alleyways; past mosques, churches,

market gardens and local bazaars. Join us to escape the tourist traps, and go off the beaten track...April 25 - May 1 | Terry Richardson | $3,545


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April Single Double/TwinThe Aegean Coast of Turkey Sat 2 - Tue 12 3+ 2Romans, Visigoths & Viziers Sun 3 - Sun 10 3+ 3+The Peloponnese Mon 4 - Fri 15 3+ 3The Via Julia - Côte d’Azur Sat 9 - Sat 16 1 3+The Etruscans Sun 10 - Sun 17 3 3+Pompeii, Herculaneum & Classical Campania Mon 11 - Mon 18 3+ 3+Menorca - Balearic Bliss Mon 11 - Sun 17 3+ 3+Sicilia Antiqua Thu 14 - Sun 24 On Request 3+Cyprus - The South Thu 14 - Thu 21 3+ 3+Pompeii, Herculaneum & Classical Campania Mon 18 - Mon 25 3+ On Request

Crete & Santorini Tue 19 - Tue 26 2 3Thessaloniki Tue 19 - Mon 25 3+ 3+Albania - Land of the Eagles Fri 22 - Sat 30 3+ 3+Walking Istanbul Mon 25 - Sun May 1 3+ 3+

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Trace the story of the Minoans, whose writing, organization and ambition had a profound influence on the development of ancient Greece, and thus the western world. Knossos and all of the Minoan sites we visit have their own unique and characteristic charm and elegance. Elegant sites, wild-flowers, expert scholars and the warm waters of the Mediterranean... Who could ask for anything more?May 17 - 24 | Sandy MacGillivray | $3,445

Why not extend your vacation by continuing on to the Adriatic islands...

crete & santoriniCroatia has a spectacular array of archaeological sites. We travel from great city to great city - Zagreb to Zadar, Split to Dubrovnik - uncovering the countries’ fascinating history. We visit temples, treasures, palaces

and churches encompassing 2000 years of Croatian history. Let expert scholar John Shepherd take

you on a leisurely tour through 2,000 years of fascinating Croatian history.May 25 - June 3 | John Shepherd | $4,235


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May Single Double/TwinCrete & Santorini Tue 3 - Tue 10 3+ 3+Sicilia Antiqua Thu 5 - Sun 15 3+ 3+Relaxed Cyprus Sat 7 - Fri 13 3+ 3+Bare Bones Minoan Crete Sun 8 - Sun 15 3+ 3+Relaxed Argolid Mon 9 - Sun 15 3+ 3+Pompeii, Herculaneum & Classical Campania Mon 9 - Mon 16 3+ 3+The Hittites Mon 9 - Mon 16 2 3+Renaissance Villas Mon 9 - Sun 15 3+ 3+Apulia Mon 9 - Mon 16 3+ 3+Northern Peru Mon 9 - Thu 26 3 On Request

Roman Province of Lusitania Mon 9 - Mon 16 3+ 3+Pompeii, Herculaneum & Classical Campania Tue 10 - Tue 17 3 3+Uzbekistan Fri 13 - Fri 27 On Request 3+Walking Prehistoric Wessex Sat 14 - Fri 20 3+ 3+Roman Germany Sun 15 - Tue 24 1 On Request

Relaxed Provence Mon 16 - Sun 22 On Request On Request

Sardinia Mon 16 - Tue 24 3+ 3+Crete & Santorini Tue 17 - Tue 24 3+ 3+The Story of Wessex Fri 20 - Sun 22 3+ 3+Sicily Revisited Fri 20 - Fri 27 3+ 3+Latium Countryside - the Roman Rich Sun 22 - Sun 29 3+ 3+Corsica Sun 22 - Sun 29 On Request 3+Dordogne - Prehistoric Cave Art Mon 23 - Mon 30 3+ 2Meet the Greeks Wed 25 - Wed Jun 1 3+ 3+Dalmatia & Dubrovnik Wed 25 - Fri Jun 3 3+ 3+Samnites - Enemies of Rome Mon 30 - Sun Jun 5 3+ 3+

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July Single Double/TwinRock Art of Scandinavia Fri 1 - Fri 8 3 3Meet the Vikings Sat 9 - Thu 21 3+ 3+Orkney & Shetland Thu 21 - Sun 31 3+ 3+

August Single Double/TwinOrkney & Shetland Mon 1 - Thu 11 3+ 3+Mongolia Sat 6 - Sat 20 3+ 3+Cambodia & Vietnam Tue 9 - Sun 21 3+ 3+Relaxed Provence Tue 16 - Mon 22 3+ 3+Relaxed Lake Garda Mon 22 - Sun 28 3+ 3+Short Break in Berlin Thu 25 - Mon 29 3+ 3+

June Single Double/TwinDiscover the Dodecanese Fri 3 - Fri 10 2 3+The Ice Man and his World Sat 4 - Thu 9 3+ 3+Relaxed Split Sat 4 - Sat 11 3+ 3Rock Art of Altamira Mon 6 - Mon 13 1 3Hidden Berlin Mon 6 - Sat 11 3 3+Georgia Mon 6 - Tue 14 3+ 3+Wild Thrace Tue 7 - Wed 15 3 3+Islands of the Cyclades Thu 9 - Sun 19 1 3+Rock Art of Altamira Mon 20 - Mon 27 3+ 3+Scotland - Highlands and Islands Sun 26 - Mon Jul 4 3+ 3+

june - august

Discover the enigmatic rock art hidden in the dramatic Scandinavian mountain landscapes of Sweden and Norway. Dating from the Neolithic through to the Iron Age the etchings reveal aspects of the everyday life of these people with scenes of fighting, chariots and boats. Discover the Scandinavia you never knew existed - stone circles, cairns and carved boulders hidden within Sweden and Norway’s varied and dramatic landscape.July 1 - 8 | Dr Tertia Barnett | $4,715

Why not extend your vacation across Britain, Germany, Denmark and Sweden...

rock art of scandinaviaThe Vikings were the great seafarers, raiders and traders of the Early Middle Ages. Following in their footsteps, we make our own epic voyage across Europe. Beginning in York, we continue to Germany, Denmark and

Sweden. Led by Viking expert Brian Ayers, we seek out trading towns, treasure, kings and longships.

Trace the rise of this great civilization whose ruthless skill and daring inspired awe and terror throughout Northern Europe and beyond.July 9 - 21 | Brian Ayers | $5,930


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septemberThe caves of the Dordogne Valley are home to one of the earliest, and most extraordinary, displays of human creativity. Daubed in ochre, and etched on cave walls are horses, bison, mammoths and human figures up to 35,000 years old. A profound and fascinating stage of human development. Receive special entry to world-famous rock-art sites - taking you as close at it is possible to get to the lives of our remotest Ice-Age ancestors.September 19 - 26 | Dr Iain Morley | $3,675

Why not extend your vacation with a relaxing Provençal break...

dordogne - cave artThe idyllic landscapes of Provence are home to some of Europe’s finest Roman remains. Arches, amphitheaters and aqueducts - feats of engineering and a clear message to the native tribes... All meals are included

for this tour and we enjoy a wine tasting and lunch at the Vergers des Papes (Châteauneuf

du Pape). Absorb the atmosphere in this beautiful part of the world and its epicurean lifestyle.September 28 - October 4 | Tony Wilmott | $3,330


relaxed provence

September Single Double/TwinPrehistoric Czech Republic Thu 1 - Thu 8 3+ 3+Roman Province of Lusitania Sun 4 - Sun 11 3+ 3+Sicily Revisited Sun 4 - Sun 11 3+ 3+Languedoc - Cathars & Crusaders Mon 5 - Sun 11 3+ 3+Pompeii, Herculaneum & Classical Campania Mon 5 - Mon 12 3+ 3+Ireland - Boyne Valley & Burren Tue 6 - Mon 12 3+ 3+Wild Thrace Tue 6 - Wed 14 1 3+Islands of the Cyclades Tue 6 - Fri 16 3+ 3+Meet the Greeks Wed 7 - Wed 14 3+ 3+Peru, Bolivia - with Nazca Lines Wed 7 - Tue 27 On Request 1Frontier Lands of Romania Sat 10 - Mon 19 3+ 3+Hallstatt to La Tène Sun 11 - Mon 19 3+ 3+The Etruscans Sun 11 - Sun 18 3 3+Apulia Mon 12 - Mon 19 3+ 3+Pompeii, Herculaneum & Classical Campania Mon 12 - Mon 19 3+ 3+Baltic Amber Trail Mon 12 - Tue 20 3+ 3+Bologna Thu 15 - Thu 22 3+ 3+Persia: Great Kings and Shahs Thu 15 - Wed 28 1 3Crete & Santorini Sat 17 - Sat 24 3+ 3+Discover the Dodecanese Sat 17 - Sat 24 3+ 3+Dordogne - Prehistoric Cave Art Mon 19 - Mon 26 3+ 3+Sicilia Antiqua Thu 22 - Sun Oct 2 3+ 3+Relaxed Cyprus Sat 24 - Fri 30 3+ 3+Basilicata & Calabria - By the Ionian Sea Sat 24 - Sun Oct 2 3+ 3+

North-East Turkey - From the Black Sea to Lake Van Sat 24 - Tue Oct 4 3+ 3+The Aegean Coast of Turkey Sat 24 - Tue Oct 4 3+ 3+Relaxed Provence Wed 28 - Tue Oct 4 3+ 2Sicilia Antiqua Thu 29 - Sun Oct 9 3+ 3+

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October Single Double/TwinRomans, Visigoths & Viziers Sun 2 - Sun 9 3+ 3+The Peloponnese Mon 3 - Fri 14 3+ 3+Dalmatia & Dubrovnik Wed 5 - Fri 14 3+ 3+Walking Istanbul Thu 6 - Wed 12 3+ 3+Albania - Land of the Eagles Fri 7 - Sat 15 3+ 3+Bulgaria - Thracian Treasures, Roman Cities & Bulgarian Churches

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Relaxed Lake Garda Mon 10 - Sun 16 3+ 3Pompeii, Herculaneum & Classical Campania Mon 10 - Mon 17 3+ 3+Umbria Mon 10 - Mon 17 3+ 3+Mexico -The Maya Mon 10 - Tue 25 3+ 3+Crete & Santorini Tue 11 - Tue 18 3+ 3+Persia: Kings, Shahs and Gardens Thu 13 - Sat 29 On Request On Request

China Thu 13 - Sat 29 1 1Relaxed Split Sat 15 - Sat 22 3+ 2Relaxed Ortygia Mon 17 - Sun 23 3+ 3+Via Egnatia - Albania, Macedonia & Greece Tue 18 - Wed 26 3+ 3+Persia: Kings, Shahs and Gardens Thu 20 - Sat Nov 5 On Request On Request

Egypt - Land of the Pharaohs - 11 Day Tour Fri 21 - Mon 31 3+ 3+Bare Bones Troy Sat 22 - Sat 29 3+ 3+Rome - with Sistine Chapel Mon 24 - Sat 29 3+ 3+Relaxed Argolid Mon 24 - Sun 30 3+ 3+Hidden Rome Mon 31 - Sat Nov 5 3+ 3+Pompeii, Herculaneum & Classical Campania Mon 31 - Mon Nov 7 3+ 3+China Mon 31 - Wed Nov 16 2 3+

octoberAlbania is like no other country in Europe – still very much off the mainstream tourist trail. This is a place where pristine ruins still stand in splendid isolation. In Classical times, the Greeks and Romans built cities overlooking the sparkling waters of the Ionian sea. From Greek and Roman sites to communist bunkers, this is a fascinating tale of civilizations past and present on the shores of Illyria.October 7 - 15 | Oliver Gilkes | $3,045

Why not extend your vacation by continuing on to the idyllic Croatian coast...

albania - land of the eaglesJoin us and see it all... from Roman opulence, to picnicking amid the unspoiled ruins in the Croatian hills, to contemplating the bare cells of a seafront Franciscan monastery. Roman specialist John Shepherd

leads guests ‘underground and overground’ exploring Europe’s most complete Roman

palace. Discover 2000 years of history - ordinary and extraordinary - in this lovely corner of the Mediterranean. October 15 - 22 | John Shepherd | $3,795


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November Single Double/TwinBare Bones Pompeii Tue 1 - Mon 7 3+ 3+Israel and Palestine Tue 1 - Fri 11 3+ 3+Ravenna & Aquileia - Rome and her Heirs Sun 6 - Sun 13 3 3+Hidden Venice Mon 7 - Sat 12 3+ 3Meet the Romans Mon 7 - Tue 15 3+ 3+Cambodia & Vietnam Tue 8 - Sun 20 1 1Hidden Istanbul Mon 14 - Sun 20 3+ 3+The Maya in Guatemala, Belize & Honduras Wed 16 - Wed 30 3 1

December Single Double/TwinRome at Christmas - The Eternal City Wed 21 - Mon 26 3+ 3+Thessaloniki Thu 22 - Wed 28 3+ 3+Festive Food in Bologna Thu 29 - Thu Jan 5 3+ 3+

november - december

Experience one of the most charismatic and engaging of the great cities of the world in all its festive glory... Enjoy a Christmas morning walk through the Field of Mars;listen to the Pope’s annual address from St. Peter’s Basilica; and see Michelangelo’s masterwork in peace and quiet - during an exclusive evening visit to the Sistine Chapel.Discover this exquisite, intimate city in delightful detail and at its most beautiful - over Christmas.December 21 - 26 2016 | Oliver Gilkes | $3,560

Why not extend your holiday vacation and enjoy the New Year in Bologna...

rome at christmasHunt for truffles, make your own fresh pasta and see how Parmesan is made alongside both a renowned archaeologist and an expert in Italian food. This unique tour explores the combination of the

archaeological remains and gastronomic history of Bologna. Along the way we visit the city’s

eclectic and fascinating museums and enjoy some sumptuous meals that would have satisfied even an Etruscan appetite! December 29 - January 5 2017 | Tony O’Connor & Rosetta Ferrari | $3,660


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“An imaginative and comprehensive program of archeological visits

embracing four major time periods - with in depth local expertise.” Guest - Israel & Palestine


Explore the archaeological remains and gastronomic history of Bologna. Hunt for truffles, visit fascinating museums and enjoy some sumptuous meals!December 21 - 28 2015| Tony O’Connor & Rosetta Ferrari | $3,895

Take a fascinating journey through the unspoiled Troodos Mountains and discover Classical sites overlooking the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean. December 27 2015 - January 3 2016 | Dr Paul Croft | $3,795

Founded in 315 BC, Thessaloniki is acity with a historical importance andlegacy which rivals that of Athens...December 29 - January 4 2016 | Dr Rita Roussos | $3,330

Marvel at the artistry and explore the stories behind the glittering tiles: the struggles of a dying empire, the growing power of Christianity. December 21 - 27 2015 | Prof. Tony King | $3,340

Enjoy an unusual mid-winter take on our most popular destination... Pompeii and Herculaneum almost devoid of tourists at this wonderful time of year.December 28 2015 - January 4 2016 | John Shepherd | $3,935

Experience one of the most charismatic and engaging of the great cities of the world in delightful detail and at its most beautiful - over Christmas.December 21 - 26 2015 | Oliver Gilkes | $3,895

Discover the wealth of great churches, palaces and museums, and lesser-known archaeological remains, still being uncovered in this glorious city. December 28 2015- January 3 2016 | Dr Eireann Marshall | $4,440

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For advice, information and to book

www.andantetravels.comUK: 01722 713 800Australia: 02 9191 2623

There’s still time to book a holiday getaway in 2015... We still have spaces available on a number of our Christmas and New Year tours - take a look at this year’s selection:

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Bare Bones

Hidden Cities

Relaxed Breaks

This isn’t your average Andante tour… these are vacations for real travelers, whose sense of adventure can’t be contained within a daily schedule. These excellent value tours are led with a light touch by our Expert Scholars - offering plenty of free time to explore and freedom to choose where and when you eat each day.

Go further than the tourist-traps and delve beyond the well-known monuments. Travel in small groups and stay in hand-picked 5* hotels. Dine in Paris’ oldest restaurant; enjoy a feast worthy of a Greek symposia in Athens; and access rarely seen Ottoman palaces in Istanbul. Discover a secret world of little-known sites...

Very civilized explorations of the ancient world... one lovely hotel, free time, all meals included. Let our Expert Scholars take you on an extra special tour through history. Enjoy cultural excursions to wineries, serene boat trips, and amazing special access to private areas. These are real vacations, with time to digest the sites.

different ways to travelDifferent people like different vacations - some want more free time to revisit your favorite sites, others like an added burst of culture... One thing’s for sure, there’s more than one way to enjoy an archaeological tour:

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