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Dear Members and Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art,

Nice, where we begin our trip, has the particular charm of being both French and Italian: it joined France a little over a century and a half ago, and then took on a bit of England when Queen Victoria made it her winter residence. It also makes the perfect introduction to the rest of our voyage. The Rhône has long been the link between the world of the Mediterranean and the rest of France; and on our way to Arles, where we board the AmaDagio, we will experience the French glamour of St. Tropez.

Traveling with us is art historian and Met lecturer Olivier Bernier, to whom the French Government awarded the Order of Arts and Letters. He will share his love and knowledge of the country where he was brought up. Mr. Bernier will speak to us both in the course of lectures on board and as we visit the sites.

Highlights of this river cruise offer a varied and highly entertaining look at the best of the Rhône area. From Arles, where van Gogh lived the most creative years of his life, and Aix, Cézanne’s home town, we will move on to Avignon, where the Popes resided for a century during the Great Schism. There, we will visit the home of the late Drawings Curator of the Louvre and its enchanting garden.

An excursion to Grenoble, known for its major university, will take us to an important museum of 19th- and 20th-century art. Throughout, one of the delights of this trip will be our cruise through the heart of Burgundy with visits to Dijon, the capital of the Great Dukes who ruled there in the 15th century, and Beaune with its spectacular medieval Hospice. Our trip also includes Lyon where we will tour its stellar Museum of Fine Arts and of Textiles.

For those who wish to explore this area further, an optional three-day postlude in Roanne is offered. Enjoy a spectacular stay at Maison Troisgros and dining in what is said to be the finest restaurant in France, as well as excursions to the charming town of Moulins and the dazzling Late Gothic church of Brou.

This trip is co-sponsored by Yale Educational Travel, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and Smithsonian Journeys. I hope you will join us.

Sincerely,

Nina McN. Diefenbach Vice President for Institutional Advancement

OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN ROANNE September 30 to October 3, 2016

A great culture offers a variety of pleasures. We will have extraordinary artistic experiences, from the amazing Late Gothic church at Brou to the Romanesque basilica of Paray-Le-Monial, and see two delightful faience museums. Then, of all the great three-star Michelin restaurants in France, none has lasted longer than Troisgros and none today offers more superb cuisine. Exquisite flavors, superb pairings, and the most serene of settings make a dinner at Troisgros an experience of a lifetime. Accommodations are at the elegant Maison Troisgros, exclusively reserved for our group. X

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Dear Members and Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art,

Nice, where we begin our trip, has the particular charm of being both French and Italian: it joined France a little over a century and a half ago, and then took on a bit of England when Queen Victoria made it her winter residence. It also makes the perfect introduction to the rest of our voyage. The Rhône has long been the link between the world of the Mediterranean and the rest of France; and on our way to Arles, where we board the AmaDagio, we will experience the French glamour of St. Tropez.

Traveling with us is art historian and Met lecturer Olivier Bernier, to whom the French Government awarded the Order of Arts and Letters. He will share his love and knowledge of the country where he was brought up. Mr. Bernier will speak to us both in the course of lectures on board and as we visit the sites.

Highlights of this river cruise offer a varied and highly entertaining look at the best of the Rhône area. From Arles, where van Gogh lived the most creative years of his life, and Aix, Cézanne’s home town, we will move on to Avignon, where the Popes resided for a century during the Great Schism. There, we will visit the home of the late Drawings Curator of the Louvre and its enchanting garden.

An excursion to Grenoble, known for its major university, will take us to an important museum of 19th- and 20th-century art. Throughout, one of the delights of this trip will be our cruise through the heart of Burgundy with visits to Dijon, the capital of the Great Dukes who ruled there in the 15th century, and Beaune with its spectacular medieval Hospice. Our trip also includes Lyon where we will tour its stellar Museum of Fine Arts and of Textiles.

For those who wish to explore this area further, an optional three-day postlude in Roanne is offered. Enjoy a spectacular stay at Maison Troisgros and dining in what is said to be the finest restaurant in France, as well as excursions to the charming town of Moulins and the dazzling Late Gothic church of Brou.

This trip is co-sponsored by Yale Educational Travel, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and Smithsonian Journeys. I hope you will join us.

Sincerely,

Nina McN. Diefenbach Vice President for Institutional Advancement

OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN ROANNE September 30 to October 3, 2016

A great culture offers a variety of pleasures. We will have extraordinary artistic experiences, from the amazing Late Gothic church at Brou to the Romanesque basilica of Paray-Le-Monial, and see two delightful faience museums. Then, of all the great three-star Michelin restaurants in France, none has lasted longer than Troisgros and none today offers more superb cuisine. Exquisite flavors, superb pairings, and the most serene of settings make a dinner at Troisgros an experience of a lifetime. Accommodations are at the elegant Maison Troisgros, exclusively reserved for our group. X

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NICE, FRANCEWednesday, September 21

Upon arrival in Nice, on the glamorous French Riviera, transfer to the Hotel Beau Rivage, centrally located near the Promenade des Anglais. In the afternoon tour the lovely Musée des Beaux-Arts, housed in a Belle Époque mansion with an English-style garden. Gather for a cocktail reception with introductory remarks by our lecturers.

NICEThursday, September 22

This morning admire the largest public collection of works by Marc Chagall at the museum dedicated to him. Following lunch, drive to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, where we visit Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild’s magnificent gardens overlooking the sea. Alternatively, explore Monaco’s famed casino and oceanographic museum. Return to Nice for dinner at leisure, perhaps at a restaurant along the Old Port.

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Stop in St. Tropez for a morning visit to the Musée de l’Annonciade, with its fine collection of modern art by Vuillard, Bonnard, Signac, and others. Lunch is at leisure in this seaside village. Continue to Arles—immortalized in the paintings of Vincent van Gogh—to board M.S. AmaDagio. Enjoy a welcome reception and dinner on board.

AVIGNON, FRANCE Sunday, September 25

Visit the medieval palace at Avignon, where six popes held court. You may wish to have lunch on your own in this charming city. In the afternoon, join an excursion to see the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard, one of the greatest feats of engineering surviving from the ancient world, and admire the gardens of the Château de Saint-Privat followed by a wine tasting. Or you may choose an afternoon visit to the elegant home and garden of a former curator of the Louvre in Villeneuve-les-Avignon, concluding with a wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

ARLES X AVIGNONSaturday, September 24

Today you may choose to remain in Arles to visit the Romanesque church of St. Trophime, one of France’s great treasures, the Roman amphitheater, and a cemetery dating from the time of Julius Caesar. Alternatively, drive to Aix-en-Provence, once an early Roman settlement. See the lovely 17th- and 18th-century architecture and the fine collection of French paintings and sculpture at the Musée Granet. Following a late afternoon onboard lecture, AmaDagio departs for Avignon.

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AIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with air travel arrangements for this program, including specially negotiated group airfare when available, suggested group flights, or your own individual requests, for a processing fee of $40 per person. Complete details will be provided in your confirmation mailing.PAYMENT SCHEDULE A deposit of $2,500 per person, payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees, is required with the reservation application. Final payment, by check or wire transfer, must be received 120 days prior to departure. HEALTH All participants must be in good health. This program involves extensive walking over uneven surfaces and climbing stairs at monuments and other locations not handicapped accessible, and climbing in and out of various conveyances. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation. Please note: AmaDagio does have an elevator between Violin and Cello Decks.PHOTOGRAPHY Photographs or, in some cases, videotapes of participants of Travel with the Met trips may be used for educational and promotional purposes by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.INSURANCE TRIP CANCELLATION / EMERGENCY MEDICAL EVACUATION / BAGGAGE / ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. CANCELLATION PENALTIES ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED. AAA will send an insurance application upon receipt of deposit, although you may select an alternative insurer of your choice.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (the Met) and AAA. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfares, and currency exchange rates in effect as of the time of brochure printing and are subject to change without notice. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE The participation of the Met is limited to educational sponsorship of the program described in this brochure (The Program). AAA acts only as an agent for the participant with respect to transportation, accommodations, and all other services, relating to The Program. AAA, the Met and/or their agents assume no responsibility or liability for any act, error, or omission, or for any injury, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of any defect in any aircraft, ship, train, bus, or other carrier, or through neglect or default of any subcon-tractor or other third party, which may be used wholly or in part in the performance of their duty to the participants of The Program. The passage ticket issued by the carrier is the sole contract between the participant and the carrier. Nor will AAA or the Met and/or their agents be responsible for loss, injury, damages, or expenses to persons or property, due to illness, weather, strikes, local laws, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, acts of nature, or other such causes in connection with The Program or anything beyond their reasonable control. AAA is not responsible for transportation or other program delays and changes, nor additional expenses or loss of time that may be incurred. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of the participants, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter the itinerary at any time, without notice to the participants, such alterations will be made without penalty to AAA or the Met. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the participants. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the participant at all times. AAA and the Met reserve the right to accept or decline any person as a participant at any time, or to require any participant to withdraw from The Program at their own expense when such an action is determined by AAA or the Met to be in the best interest of the participant’s health and safety, or the general welfare of the other participants. CANCELLATION POLICY AAA must strictly adhere to its cancellation policy to offset costs incurred prior to the commencement of The Program, which may include but are not limited to: advance payments to land opera-tors; ship charters; communication expenses; development/promotional expenses, and the loss of time that might have permitted resale of reserved space. All cancellations must be made in writing to the offices of AAA and are subject to a $350 non-refundable administrative fee. All refunds are limited to amounts actually received by AAA and are the sole responsibility of AAA; the Met shall have no liability for refunds. At the time AAA receives written notification of cancellation, the following cancellation charges will apply: cancellations received between 120 to 91 days prior to departure, 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days prior to departure, 50 percent of the program cost per person; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason. Air cancellation charges, if any, will be assessed in accordance with airline regulations. All group fare tickets must be issued no less than 30 days prior to departure. NOTE: Neither AAA nor the Met shall be liable for any airline cancellation penalties incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable ticket. In the case of a cancellation due to shortage of participants, AAA will attempt to notify all participants at least 45 days prior to departure. However, AAA reserves the right to cancel The Program prior to departure for any reason and, in such case, reimbursement of refundable costs of the trip by AAA shall constitute full settlement with the participant. In the unlikely event that a dispute arises between a participant and AAA or the Met, the following conditions will apply: (a) the dispute will be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in New York, NY; (b) the dispute will be governed by New York Law; (c) the maximum amount of recovery to which a participant shall be entitled under any and all circumstances will be the sum of all monies actually received from the participant by AAA. The participant agrees that this is a fair and reasonable limita-tion on the damages, of any sort whatsoever, that a participant may suffer. Upon payment of the deposit to AAA, the participant agrees to be bound by the above terms and conditions. Copyright © 2015 Arrangements Abroad, Inc. 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On the front and back covers: Saint-Tropez by Paul Signac 1894. (French, Paris 1863–1935 Paris). L’Estampe originale, Album VII. Prints. Lithograph in six colors. The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Rogers Fund, 1922. (22.82.1-69). On the back cover: Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, photo by Catherine Farber.

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GRENOBLE, FRANCEMonday, September 26

From Tournon, drive to Grenoble to explore one of the best collections of 19th- to 20th-century art in France at the Musée de Grenoble. Alternatively, enjoy a leisurely day cruising up the Rhône River aboard AmaDagio, arriving in Vienne this afternoon, when the Grenoble group rejoins the ship. At teatime, Olivier Bernier will present a lecture on the Great Dukes of Burgundy. Attend a screening of To Catch a Thief in the lounge after dinner.

MACON X CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FRANCETuesday, September 27

Drive from Mâcon to the 17th-century Château de Cormatin, with its Gilded Rooms and delightful gardens. We will also be treated to a private concert in the Orangerie. Return to AmaDagio for lunch and attend a lecture during a relaxing afternoon on the river. Arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône this evening.

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C ruise the Saône and Rhône Rivers in France aboard the elegant M.S. AmaDagio, christened in 2006. From her sun deck, enjoy a

panorama of some of Europe’s loveliest scenery. Relax in the two lounges and experience fine international cuisine in the dining room. The ship also features an elevator, whirlpool, wellness area, and bicy-cles for your use ashore. Retire each evening to your spacious and well-appointed cabin. All accommodations have air-conditioning and an en-tertainment system with television and Internet access. Staterooms on Violin and Cello Decks boast floor-to-ceiling French doors.

L A N D / C R U I S E R A T E S(Per Person, Double Occupancy)

108 to 112 Piano Deck $5,995

101 to 107 Piano Deck $6,995

227 to 230 & 329 to 332 Cello & Violin Decks $7,995

201 to 226 & 325 to 328 Cello & Violin Decks $8,995

305 to 324 Violin Deck $9,995

301 to 304 Violin Deck $12,995

No single supplement in cabins 108-112. Single supplement for other cabins ranges from 25% to 100% of the cruise rate.

RATES INCLUDE X Two nights accommodations at Hotel Beau Rivage, Nice

X Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard AmaDagio, including all port charges

X All meals on the cruise; complimentary wine with lunch and dinner. One lunch and one reception in Nice

X Sightseeing via private motorcoach as per itinerary

X Entrance fees for all included visits

X Airport / hotel / pier / airport group transfers for those on suggested flights

X Taxes, service and porterage; gratuities to local guides and drivers; customary shipboard gratuities

NOT INCLUDED IN RATES International airfare; passport fees; alcoholic beverages other than wine at lunches and dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on suggested group flights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; optional postlude in Roanne; trip insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

OPTIONAL ROANNE POSTLUDE RATE $2,860 per person. Single supplement $530. Includes three nights at the Maison Troisgros; breakfast daily, two lunches, and two dinners; sightseeing as noted.

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DIJON X BEAUNE, FRANCEWednesday, September 28

Drive to Dijon to see the spectacular 15th-century tombs of the dukes of Burgundy and other treasures at the Musée des Beaux-Arts. The center of the city has many shops and bistros, where you may wish to have lunch. Continue to Beaune, residence of the Burgundian dukes until the 14th century, where we will discover the famous tile-roofed Hôtel-Dieu housing Rogier Van der Weyden’s Last Judgment.

LYON, FRANCEThursday, September 29

During a morning tour of Lyon’s Old Town, admire highlights of the collection at the Musée des Beaux-Arts or discover the market of this gastronomic capital. Following lunch, explore the revitalized Lyon Confluence district, featuring an impressive new museum, or see the diverse collections at the Textiles and Decorative Arts Museums. Gather this evening for a festive farewell dinner, hosted by our captain.

LYON X NEW YORKFriday, September 30

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NICE, FRANCEWednesday, September 21

Upon arrival in Nice, on the glamorous French Riviera, transfer to the Hotel Beau Rivage, centrally located near the Promenade des Anglais. In the afternoon tour the lovely Musée des Beaux-Arts, housed in a Belle Époque mansion with an English-style garden. Gather for a cocktail reception with introductory remarks by our lecturers.

NICEThursday, September 22

This morning admire the largest public collection of works by Marc Chagall at the museum dedicated to him. Following lunch, drive to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, where we visit Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild’s magnificent gardens overlooking the sea. Alternatively, explore Monaco’s famed casino and oceanographic museum. Return to Nice for dinner at leisure, perhaps at a restaurant along the Old Port.

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Friday, September 23

Stop in St. Tropez for a morning visit to the Musée de l’Annonciade, with its fine collection of modern art by Vuillard, Bonnard, Signac, and others. Lunch is at leisure in this seaside village. Continue to Arles—immortalized in the paintings of Vincent van Gogh—to board M.S. AmaDagio. Enjoy a welcome reception and dinner on board.

AVIGNON, FRANCE Sunday, September 25

Visit the medieval palace at Avignon, where six popes held court. You may wish to have lunch on your own in this charming city. In the afternoon, join an excursion to see the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard, one of the greatest feats of engineering surviving from the ancient world, and admire the gardens of the Château de Saint-Privat followed by a wine tasting. Or you may choose an afternoon visit to the elegant home and garden of a former curator of the Louvre in Villeneuve-les-Avignon, concluding with a wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

ARLES X AVIGNONSaturday, September 24

Today you may choose to remain in Arles to visit the Romanesque church of St. Trophime, one of France’s great treasures, the Roman amphitheater, and a cemetery dating from the time of Julius Caesar. Alternatively, drive to Aix-en-Provence, once an early Roman settlement. See the lovely 17th- and 18th-century architecture and the fine collection of French paintings and sculpture at the Musée Granet. Following a late afternoon onboard lecture, AmaDagio departs for Avignon.

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To reserve a place, please return this form along with your deposit of $2,500 per person (of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees) payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, 1040 Avenue of the Americas, 23rd Floor, New York, NY 10018-3721.

____________________________________________________________________________________Names in Full as on Passports. Please Print.

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________Address

____________________________________________________________________________________City State Zip

____________________________________________________________________________________Telephone (Home) (Business)

____________________________________________________________________________________Fax E-mail

ACCOMMODATIONS AmaDagio Cabin Preference (1) ___________________ (2) ____________________

I wish to share a cabin with _______________________________________________

OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN ROANNES I/We wish to join the optional postlude in Roanne ($2,860 per person; single supplement $530)

Hotel Room Preference S Double S Twin S Single

FORM OF PAYMENT S Enclosed is my check (payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad) S Credit card (may be used for deposit only)

____________________________________________________________________________________Name on Credit Card

____________________________________________________________________________________Credit Card Number

____________________________________________________________________________________3- or 4-Digit Security Code Expiration Date

Each participant must sign below. I/We confirm that I/we have carefully read and agree to the Terms & Conditions of this Program. I/We agree to full payment by check or wire transfer 120 days prior to departure.

____________________________________________________________________________________Signature (Required) Date

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For additional information, please contact Academic Arrangements Abroad Telephone: 212-514-8921 or 800-221-1944 X Fax: 212-344-7493 X E-mail: met@arrangementsabroad.com X www.metmuseum.org/travel

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AIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with air travel arrangements for this program, including specially negotiated group airfare when available, suggested group flights, or your own individual requests, for a processing fee of $40 per person. Complete details will be provided in your confirmation mailing.PAYMENT SCHEDULE A deposit of $2,500 per person, payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees, is required with the reservation application. Final payment, by check or wire transfer, must be received 120 days prior to departure. HEALTH All participants must be in good health. This program involves extensive walking over uneven surfaces and climbing stairs at monuments and other locations not handicapped accessible, and climbing in and out of various conveyances. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation. Please note: AmaDagio does have an elevator between Violin and Cello Decks.PHOTOGRAPHY Photographs or, in some cases, videotapes of participants of Travel with the Met trips may be used for educational and promotional purposes by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.INSURANCE TRIP CANCELLATION / EMERGENCY MEDICAL EVACUATION / BAGGAGE / ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. CANCELLATION PENALTIES ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED. AAA will send an insurance application upon receipt of deposit, although you may select an alternative insurer of your choice.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (the Met) and AAA. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfares, and currency exchange rates in effect as of the time of brochure printing and are subject to change without notice. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE The participation of the Met is limited to educational sponsorship of the program described in this brochure (The Program). AAA acts only as an agent for the participant with respect to transportation, accommodations, and all other services, relating to The Program. AAA, the Met and/or their agents assume no responsibility or liability for any act, error, or omission, or for any injury, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of any defect in any aircraft, ship, train, bus, or other carrier, or through neglect or default of any subcon-tractor or other third party, which may be used wholly or in part in the performance of their duty to the participants of The Program. The passage ticket issued by the carrier is the sole contract between the participant and the carrier. Nor will AAA or the Met and/or their agents be responsible for loss, injury, damages, or expenses to persons or property, due to illness, weather, strikes, local laws, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, acts of nature, or other such causes in connection with The Program or anything beyond their reasonable control. AAA is not responsible for transportation or other program delays and changes, nor additional expenses or loss of time that may be incurred. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of the participants, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter the itinerary at any time, without notice to the participants, such alterations will be made without penalty to AAA or the Met. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the participants. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the participant at all times. AAA and the Met reserve the right to accept or decline any person as a participant at any time, or to require any participant to withdraw from The Program at their own expense when such an action is determined by AAA or the Met to be in the best interest of the participant’s health and safety, or the general welfare of the other participants. CANCELLATION POLICY AAA must strictly adhere to its cancellation policy to offset costs incurred prior to the commencement of The Program, which may include but are not limited to: advance payments to land opera-tors; ship charters; communication expenses; development/promotional expenses, and the loss of time that might have permitted resale of reserved space. All cancellations must be made in writing to the offices of AAA and are subject to a $350 non-refundable administrative fee. All refunds are limited to amounts actually received by AAA and are the sole responsibility of AAA; the Met shall have no liability for refunds. At the time AAA receives written notification of cancellation, the following cancellation charges will apply: cancellations received between 120 to 91 days prior to departure, 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days prior to departure, 50 percent of the program cost per person; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason. Air cancellation charges, if any, will be assessed in accordance with airline regulations. All group fare tickets must be issued no less than 30 days prior to departure. NOTE: Neither AAA nor the Met shall be liable for any airline cancellation penalties incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable ticket. In the case of a cancellation due to shortage of participants, AAA will attempt to notify all participants at least 45 days prior to departure. However, AAA reserves the right to cancel The Program prior to departure for any reason and, in such case, reimbursement of refundable costs of the trip by AAA shall constitute full settlement with the participant. In the unlikely event that a dispute arises between a participant and AAA or the Met, the following conditions will apply: (a) the dispute will be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in New York, NY; (b) the dispute will be governed by New York Law; (c) the maximum amount of recovery to which a participant shall be entitled under any and all circumstances will be the sum of all monies actually received from the participant by AAA. The participant agrees that this is a fair and reasonable limita-tion on the damages, of any sort whatsoever, that a participant may suffer. Upon payment of the deposit to AAA, the participant agrees to be bound by the above terms and conditions. Copyright © 2015 Arrangements Abroad, Inc. CST 2059789-40

On the front and back covers: Saint-Tropez by Paul Signac 1894. (French, Paris 1863–1935 Paris). L’Estampe originale, Album VII. Prints. Lithograph in six colors. The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Rogers Fund, 1922. (22.82.1-69). On the back cover: Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, photo by Catherine Farber.

Flower market, Nice

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GRENOBLE, FRANCEMonday, September 26

From Tournon, drive to Grenoble to explore one of the best collections of 19th- to 20th-century art in France at the Musée de Grenoble. Alternatively, enjoy a leisurely day cruising up the Rhône River aboard AmaDagio, arriving in Vienne this afternoon, when the Grenoble group rejoins the ship. At teatime, Olivier Bernier will present a lecture on the Great Dukes of Burgundy. Attend a screening of To Catch a Thief in the lounge after dinner.

MACON X CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FRANCETuesday, September 27

Drive from Mâcon to the 17th-century Château de Cormatin, with its Gilded Rooms and delightful gardens. We will also be treated to a private concert in the Orangerie. Return to AmaDagio for lunch and attend a lecture during a relaxing afternoon on the river. Arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône this evening.

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C ruise the Saône and Rhône Rivers in France aboard the elegant M.S. AmaDagio, christened in 2006. From her sun deck, enjoy a

panorama of some of Europe’s loveliest scenery. Relax in the two lounges and experience fine international cuisine in the dining room. The ship also features an elevator, whirlpool, wellness area, and bicy-cles for your use ashore. Retire each evening to your spacious and well-appointed cabin. All accommodations have air-conditioning and an en-tertainment system with television and Internet access. Staterooms on Violin and Cello Decks boast floor-to-ceiling French doors.

L A N D / C R U I S E R A T E S(Per Person, Double Occupancy)

108 to 112 Piano Deck $5,995

101 to 107 Piano Deck $6,995

227 to 230 & 329 to 332 Cello & Violin Decks $7,995

201 to 226 & 325 to 328 Cello & Violin Decks $8,995

305 to 324 Violin Deck $9,995

301 to 304 Violin Deck $12,995

No single supplement in cabins 108-112. Single supplement for other cabins ranges from 25% to 100% of the cruise rate.

RATES INCLUDE X Two nights accommodations at Hotel Beau Rivage, Nice

X Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard AmaDagio, including all port charges

X All meals on the cruise; complimentary wine with lunch and dinner. One lunch and one reception in Nice

X Sightseeing via private motorcoach as per itinerary

X Entrance fees for all included visits

X Airport / hotel / pier / airport group transfers for those on suggested flights

X Taxes, service and porterage; gratuities to local guides and drivers; customary shipboard gratuities

NOT INCLUDED IN RATES International airfare; passport fees; alcoholic beverages other than wine at lunches and dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on suggested group flights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; optional postlude in Roanne; trip insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

OPTIONAL ROANNE POSTLUDE RATE $2,860 per person. Single supplement $530. Includes three nights at the Maison Troisgros; breakfast daily, two lunches, and two dinners; sightseeing as noted.

St. Trophime, Arles

Pont du Gard, Avignon

DIJON X BEAUNE, FRANCEWednesday, September 28

Drive to Dijon to see the spectacular 15th-century tombs of the dukes of Burgundy and other treasures at the Musée des Beaux-Arts. The center of the city has many shops and bistros, where you may wish to have lunch. Continue to Beaune, residence of the Burgundian dukes until the 14th century, where we will discover the famous tile-roofed Hôtel-Dieu housing Rogier Van der Weyden’s Last Judgment.

LYON, FRANCEThursday, September 29

During a morning tour of Lyon’s Old Town, admire highlights of the collection at the Musée des Beaux-Arts or discover the market of this gastronomic capital. Following lunch, explore the revitalized Lyon Confluence district, featuring an impressive new museum, or see the diverse collections at the Textiles and Decorative Arts Museums. Gather this evening for a festive farewell dinner, hosted by our captain.

LYON X NEW YORKFriday, September 30

Disembark AmaDagio and transfer to the Lyon Airport for the flights home.

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NEW YORK Tuesday, September 20

Depart New York on an overnight flight to Nice.

NICE, FRANCEWednesday, September 21

Upon arrival in Nice, on the glamorous French Riviera, transfer to the Hotel Beau Rivage, centrally located near the Promenade des Anglais. In the afternoon tour the lovely Musée des Beaux-Arts, housed in a Belle Époque mansion with an English-style garden. Gather for a cocktail reception with introductory remarks by our lecturers.

NICEThursday, September 22

This morning admire the largest public collection of works by Marc Chagall at the museum dedicated to him. Following lunch, drive to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, where we visit Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild’s magnificent gardens overlooking the sea. Alternatively, explore Monaco’s famed casino and oceanographic museum. Return to Nice for dinner at leisure, perhaps at a restaurant along the Old Port.

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Friday, September 23

Stop in St. Tropez for a morning visit to the Musée de l’Annonciade, with its fine collection of modern art by Vuillard, Bonnard, Signac, and others. Lunch is at leisure in this seaside village. Continue to Arles—immortalized in the paintings of Vincent van Gogh—to board M.S. AmaDagio. Enjoy a welcome reception and dinner on board.

AVIGNON, FRANCE Sunday, September 25

Visit the medieval palace at Avignon, where six popes held court. You may wish to have lunch on your own in this charming city. In the afternoon, join an excursion to see the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard, one of the greatest feats of engineering surviving from the ancient world, and admire the gardens of the Château de Saint-Privat followed by a wine tasting. Or you may choose an afternoon visit to the elegant home and garden of a former curator of the Louvre in Villeneuve-les-Avignon, concluding with a wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

ARLES X AVIGNONSaturday, September 24

Today you may choose to remain in Arles to visit the Romanesque church of St. Trophime, one of France’s great treasures, the Roman amphitheater, and a cemetery dating from the time of Julius Caesar. Alternatively, drive to Aix-en-Provence, once an early Roman settlement. See the lovely 17th- and 18th-century architecture and the fine collection of French paintings and sculpture at the Musée Granet. Following a late afternoon onboard lecture, AmaDagio departs for Avignon.

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T H E M E T R O P O L I T A N M U S E U M O F A R T

To reserve a place, please return this form along with your deposit of $2,500 per person (of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees) payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, 1040 Avenue of the Americas, 23rd Floor, New York, NY 10018-3721.

____________________________________________________________________________________Names in Full as on Passports. Please Print.

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________Address

____________________________________________________________________________________City State Zip

____________________________________________________________________________________Telephone (Home) (Business)

____________________________________________________________________________________Fax E-mail

ACCOMMODATIONS AmaDagio Cabin Preference (1) ___________________ (2) ____________________

I wish to share a cabin with _______________________________________________

OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN ROANNES I/We wish to join the optional postlude in Roanne ($2,860 per person; single supplement $530)

Hotel Room Preference S Double S Twin S Single

FORM OF PAYMENT S Enclosed is my check (payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad) S Credit card (may be used for deposit only)

____________________________________________________________________________________Name on Credit Card

____________________________________________________________________________________Credit Card Number

____________________________________________________________________________________3- or 4-Digit Security Code Expiration Date

Each participant must sign below. I/We confirm that I/we have carefully read and agree to the Terms & Conditions of this Program. I/We agree to full payment by check or wire transfer 120 days prior to departure.

____________________________________________________________________________________Signature (Required) Date

____________________________________________________________________________________Signature (Required) Date

For additional information, please contact Academic Arrangements Abroad Telephone: 212-514-8921 or 800-221-1944 X Fax: 212-344-7493 X E-mail: met@arrangementsabroad.com X www.metmuseum.org/travel

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AIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with air travel arrangements for this program, including specially negotiated group airfare when available, suggested group flights, or your own individual requests, for a processing fee of $40 per person. Complete details will be provided in your confirmation mailing.PAYMENT SCHEDULE A deposit of $2,500 per person, payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees, is required with the reservation application. Final payment, by check or wire transfer, must be received 120 days prior to departure. HEALTH All participants must be in good health. This program involves extensive walking over uneven surfaces and climbing stairs at monuments and other locations not handicapped accessible, and climbing in and out of various conveyances. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation. Please note: AmaDagio does have an elevator between Violin and Cello Decks.PHOTOGRAPHY Photographs or, in some cases, videotapes of participants of Travel with the Met trips may be used for educational and promotional purposes by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.INSURANCE TRIP CANCELLATION / EMERGENCY MEDICAL EVACUATION / BAGGAGE / ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. CANCELLATION PENALTIES ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED. AAA will send an insurance application upon receipt of deposit, although you may select an alternative insurer of your choice.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (the Met) and AAA. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfares, and currency exchange rates in effect as of the time of brochure printing and are subject to change without notice. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE The participation of the Met is limited to educational sponsorship of the program described in this brochure (The Program). AAA acts only as an agent for the participant with respect to transportation, accommodations, and all other services, relating to The Program. AAA, the Met and/or their agents assume no responsibility or liability for any act, error, or omission, or for any injury, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of any defect in any aircraft, ship, train, bus, or other carrier, or through neglect or default of any subcon-tractor or other third party, which may be used wholly or in part in the performance of their duty to the participants of The Program. The passage ticket issued by the carrier is the sole contract between the participant and the carrier. Nor will AAA or the Met and/or their agents be responsible for loss, injury, damages, or expenses to persons or property, due to illness, weather, strikes, local laws, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, acts of nature, or other such causes in connection with The Program or anything beyond their reasonable control. AAA is not responsible for transportation or other program delays and changes, nor additional expenses or loss of time that may be incurred. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of the participants, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter the itinerary at any time, without notice to the participants, such alterations will be made without penalty to AAA or the Met. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the participants. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the participant at all times. AAA and the Met reserve the right to accept or decline any person as a participant at any time, or to require any participant to withdraw from The Program at their own expense when such an action is determined by AAA or the Met to be in the best interest of the participant’s health and safety, or the general welfare of the other participants. CANCELLATION POLICY AAA must strictly adhere to its cancellation policy to offset costs incurred prior to the commencement of The Program, which may include but are not limited to: advance payments to land opera-tors; ship charters; communication expenses; development/promotional expenses, and the loss of time that might have permitted resale of reserved space. All cancellations must be made in writing to the offices of AAA and are subject to a $350 non-refundable administrative fee. All refunds are limited to amounts actually received by AAA and are the sole responsibility of AAA; the Met shall have no liability for refunds. At the time AAA receives written notification of cancellation, the following cancellation charges will apply: cancellations received between 120 to 91 days prior to departure, 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days prior to departure, 50 percent of the program cost per person; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason. Air cancellation charges, if any, will be assessed in accordance with airline regulations. All group fare tickets must be issued no less than 30 days prior to departure. NOTE: Neither AAA nor the Met shall be liable for any airline cancellation penalties incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable ticket. In the case of a cancellation due to shortage of participants, AAA will attempt to notify all participants at least 45 days prior to departure. However, AAA reserves the right to cancel The Program prior to departure for any reason and, in such case, reimbursement of refundable costs of the trip by AAA shall constitute full settlement with the participant. In the unlikely event that a dispute arises between a participant and AAA or the Met, the following conditions will apply: (a) the dispute will be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in New York, NY; (b) the dispute will be governed by New York Law; (c) the maximum amount of recovery to which a participant shall be entitled under any and all circumstances will be the sum of all monies actually received from the participant by AAA. The participant agrees that this is a fair and reasonable limita-tion on the damages, of any sort whatsoever, that a participant may suffer. Upon payment of the deposit to AAA, the participant agrees to be bound by the above terms and conditions. Copyright © 2015 Arrangements Abroad, Inc. CST 2059789-40

On the front and back covers: Saint-Tropez by Paul Signac 1894. (French, Paris 1863–1935 Paris). L’Estampe originale, Album VII. Prints. Lithograph in six colors. The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Rogers Fund, 1922. (22.82.1-69). On the back cover: Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, photo by Catherine Farber.

Flower market, Nice

M . S . A M A D A G I O X D E C K P L A N

GRENOBLE, FRANCEMonday, September 26

From Tournon, drive to Grenoble to explore one of the best collections of 19th- to 20th-century art in France at the Musée de Grenoble. Alternatively, enjoy a leisurely day cruising up the Rhône River aboard AmaDagio, arriving in Vienne this afternoon, when the Grenoble group rejoins the ship. At teatime, Olivier Bernier will present a lecture on the Great Dukes of Burgundy. Attend a screening of To Catch a Thief in the lounge after dinner.

MACON X CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FRANCETuesday, September 27

Drive from Mâcon to the 17th-century Château de Cormatin, with its Gilded Rooms and delightful gardens. We will also be treated to a private concert in the Orangerie. Return to AmaDagio for lunch and attend a lecture during a relaxing afternoon on the river. Arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône this evening.

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C ruise the Saône and Rhône Rivers in France aboard the elegant M.S. AmaDagio, christened in 2006. From her sun deck, enjoy a

panorama of some of Europe’s loveliest scenery. Relax in the two lounges and experience fine international cuisine in the dining room. The ship also features an elevator, whirlpool, wellness area, and bicy-cles for your use ashore. Retire each evening to your spacious and well-appointed cabin. All accommodations have air-conditioning and an en-tertainment system with television and Internet access. Staterooms on Violin and Cello Decks boast floor-to-ceiling French doors.

L A N D / C R U I S E R A T E S(Per Person, Double Occupancy)

108 to 112 Piano Deck $5,995

101 to 107 Piano Deck $6,995

227 to 230 & 329 to 332 Cello & Violin Decks $7,995

201 to 226 & 325 to 328 Cello & Violin Decks $8,995

305 to 324 Violin Deck $9,995

301 to 304 Violin Deck $12,995

No single supplement in cabins 108-112. Single supplement for other cabins ranges from 25% to 100% of the cruise rate.

RATES INCLUDE X Two nights accommodations at Hotel Beau Rivage, Nice

X Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard AmaDagio, including all port charges

X All meals on the cruise; complimentary wine with lunch and dinner. One lunch and one reception in Nice

X Sightseeing via private motorcoach as per itinerary

X Entrance fees for all included visits

X Airport / hotel / pier / airport group transfers for those on suggested flights

X Taxes, service and porterage; gratuities to local guides and drivers; customary shipboard gratuities

NOT INCLUDED IN RATES International airfare; passport fees; alcoholic beverages other than wine at lunches and dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on suggested group flights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; optional postlude in Roanne; trip insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

OPTIONAL ROANNE POSTLUDE RATE $2,860 per person. Single supplement $530. Includes three nights at the Maison Troisgros; breakfast daily, two lunches, and two dinners; sightseeing as noted.

St. Trophime, Arles

Pont du Gard, Avignon

DIJON X BEAUNE, FRANCEWednesday, September 28

Drive to Dijon to see the spectacular 15th-century tombs of the dukes of Burgundy and other treasures at the Musée des Beaux-Arts. The center of the city has many shops and bistros, where you may wish to have lunch. Continue to Beaune, residence of the Burgundian dukes until the 14th century, where we will discover the famous tile-roofed Hôtel-Dieu housing Rogier Van der Weyden’s Last Judgment.

LYON, FRANCEThursday, September 29

During a morning tour of Lyon’s Old Town, admire highlights of the collection at the Musée des Beaux-Arts or discover the market of this gastronomic capital. Following lunch, explore the revitalized Lyon Confluence district, featuring an impressive new museum, or see the diverse collections at the Textiles and Decorative Arts Museums. Gather this evening for a festive farewell dinner, hosted by our captain.

LYON X NEW YORKFriday, September 30

Disembark AmaDagio and transfer to the Lyon Airport for the flights home.

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NEW YORK Tuesday, September 20

Depart New York on an overnight flight to Nice.

NICE, FRANCEWednesday, September 21

Upon arrival in Nice, on the glamorous French Riviera, transfer to the Hotel Beau Rivage, centrally located near the Promenade des Anglais. In the afternoon tour the lovely Musée des Beaux-Arts, housed in a Belle Époque mansion with an English-style garden. Gather for a cocktail reception with introductory remarks by our lecturers.

NICEThursday, September 22

This morning admire the largest public collection of works by Marc Chagall at the museum dedicated to him. Following lunch, drive to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, where we visit Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild’s magnificent gardens overlooking the sea. Alternatively, explore Monaco’s famed casino and oceanographic museum. Return to Nice for dinner at leisure, perhaps at a restaurant along the Old Port.

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Friday, September 23

Stop in St. Tropez for a morning visit to the Musée de l’Annonciade, with its fine collection of modern art by Vuillard, Bonnard, Signac, and others. Lunch is at leisure in this seaside village. Continue to Arles—immortalized in the paintings of Vincent van Gogh—to board M.S. AmaDagio. Enjoy a welcome reception and dinner on board.

AVIGNON, FRANCE Sunday, September 25

Visit the medieval palace at Avignon, where six popes held court. You may wish to have lunch on your own in this charming city. In the afternoon, join an excursion to see the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard, one of the greatest feats of engineering surviving from the ancient world, and admire the gardens of the Château de Saint-Privat followed by a wine tasting. Or you may choose an afternoon visit to the elegant home and garden of a former curator of the Louvre in Villeneuve-les-Avignon, concluding with a wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

ARLES X AVIGNONSaturday, September 24

Today you may choose to remain in Arles to visit the Romanesque church of St. Trophime, one of France’s great treasures, the Roman amphitheater, and a cemetery dating from the time of Julius Caesar. Alternatively, drive to Aix-en-Provence, once an early Roman settlement. See the lovely 17th- and 18th-century architecture and the fine collection of French paintings and sculpture at the Musée Granet. Following a late afternoon onboard lecture, AmaDagio departs for Avignon.

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Arles to Lyon Aboard M.S. AmaDagioSeptember 20 to 30, 2016________________________� �X� �________________________

T H E M E T R O P O L I T A N M U S E U M O F A R T

To reserve a place, please return this form along with your deposit of $2,500 per person (of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees) payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, 1040 Avenue of the Americas, 23rd Floor, New York, NY 10018-3721.

____________________________________________________________________________________Names in Full as on Passports. Please Print.

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________Address

____________________________________________________________________________________City State Zip

____________________________________________________________________________________Telephone (Home) (Business)

____________________________________________________________________________________Fax E-mail

ACCOMMODATIONS AmaDagio Cabin Preference (1) ___________________ (2) ____________________

I wish to share a cabin with _______________________________________________

OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN ROANNES I/We wish to join the optional postlude in Roanne ($2,860 per person; single supplement $530)

Hotel Room Preference S Double S Twin S Single

FORM OF PAYMENT S Enclosed is my check (payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad) S Credit card (may be used for deposit only)

____________________________________________________________________________________Name on Credit Card

____________________________________________________________________________________Credit Card Number

____________________________________________________________________________________3- or 4-Digit Security Code Expiration Date

Each participant must sign below. I/We confirm that I/we have carefully read and agree to the Terms & Conditions of this Program. I/We agree to full payment by check or wire transfer 120 days prior to departure.

____________________________________________________________________________________Signature (Required) Date

____________________________________________________________________________________Signature (Required) Date

For additional information, please contact Academic Arrangements Abroad Telephone: 212-514-8921 or 800-221-1944 X Fax: 212-344-7493 X E-mail: met@arrangementsabroad.com X www.metmuseum.org/travel

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AIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with air travel arrangements for this program, including specially negotiated group airfare when available, suggested group flights, or your own individual requests, for a processing fee of $40 per person. Complete details will be provided in your confirmation mailing.PAYMENT SCHEDULE A deposit of $2,500 per person, payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees, is required with the reservation application. Final payment, by check or wire transfer, must be received 120 days prior to departure. HEALTH All participants must be in good health. This program involves extensive walking over uneven surfaces and climbing stairs at monuments and other locations not handicapped accessible, and climbing in and out of various conveyances. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation. Please note: AmaDagio does have an elevator between Violin and Cello Decks.PHOTOGRAPHY Photographs or, in some cases, videotapes of participants of Travel with the Met trips may be used for educational and promotional purposes by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.INSURANCE TRIP CANCELLATION / EMERGENCY MEDICAL EVACUATION / BAGGAGE / ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. CANCELLATION PENALTIES ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED. AAA will send an insurance application upon receipt of deposit, although you may select an alternative insurer of your choice.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (the Met) and AAA. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfares, and currency exchange rates in effect as of the time of brochure printing and are subject to change without notice. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE The participation of the Met is limited to educational sponsorship of the program described in this brochure (The Program). AAA acts only as an agent for the participant with respect to transportation, accommodations, and all other services, relating to The Program. AAA, the Met and/or their agents assume no responsibility or liability for any act, error, or omission, or for any injury, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of any defect in any aircraft, ship, train, bus, or other carrier, or through neglect or default of any subcon-tractor or other third party, which may be used wholly or in part in the performance of their duty to the participants of The Program. The passage ticket issued by the carrier is the sole contract between the participant and the carrier. Nor will AAA or the Met and/or their agents be responsible for loss, injury, damages, or expenses to persons or property, due to illness, weather, strikes, local laws, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, acts of nature, or other such causes in connection with The Program or anything beyond their reasonable control. AAA is not responsible for transportation or other program delays and changes, nor additional expenses or loss of time that may be incurred. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of the participants, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter the itinerary at any time, without notice to the participants, such alterations will be made without penalty to AAA or the Met. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the participants. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the participant at all times. AAA and the Met reserve the right to accept or decline any person as a participant at any time, or to require any participant to withdraw from The Program at their own expense when such an action is determined by AAA or the Met to be in the best interest of the participant’s health and safety, or the general welfare of the other participants. CANCELLATION POLICY AAA must strictly adhere to its cancellation policy to offset costs incurred prior to the commencement of The Program, which may include but are not limited to: advance payments to land opera-tors; ship charters; communication expenses; development/promotional expenses, and the loss of time that might have permitted resale of reserved space. All cancellations must be made in writing to the offices of AAA and are subject to a $350 non-refundable administrative fee. All refunds are limited to amounts actually received by AAA and are the sole responsibility of AAA; the Met shall have no liability for refunds. At the time AAA receives written notification of cancellation, the following cancellation charges will apply: cancellations received between 120 to 91 days prior to departure, 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days prior to departure, 50 percent of the program cost per person; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason. Air cancellation charges, if any, will be assessed in accordance with airline regulations. All group fare tickets must be issued no less than 30 days prior to departure. NOTE: Neither AAA nor the Met shall be liable for any airline cancellation penalties incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable ticket. In the case of a cancellation due to shortage of participants, AAA will attempt to notify all participants at least 45 days prior to departure. However, AAA reserves the right to cancel The Program prior to departure for any reason and, in such case, reimbursement of refundable costs of the trip by AAA shall constitute full settlement with the participant. In the unlikely event that a dispute arises between a participant and AAA or the Met, the following conditions will apply: (a) the dispute will be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in New York, NY; (b) the dispute will be governed by New York Law; (c) the maximum amount of recovery to which a participant shall be entitled under any and all circumstances will be the sum of all monies actually received from the participant by AAA. The participant agrees that this is a fair and reasonable limita-tion on the damages, of any sort whatsoever, that a participant may suffer. Upon payment of the deposit to AAA, the participant agrees to be bound by the above terms and conditions. Copyright © 2015 Arrangements Abroad, Inc. 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On the front and back covers: Saint-Tropez by Paul Signac 1894. (French, Paris 1863–1935 Paris). L’Estampe originale, Album VII. Prints. Lithograph in six colors. The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Rogers Fund, 1922. (22.82.1-69). On the back cover: Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, photo by Catherine Farber.

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GRENOBLE, FRANCEMonday, September 26

From Tournon, drive to Grenoble to explore one of the best collections of 19th- to 20th-century art in France at the Musée de Grenoble. Alternatively, enjoy a leisurely day cruising up the Rhône River aboard AmaDagio, arriving in Vienne this afternoon, when the Grenoble group rejoins the ship. At teatime, Olivier Bernier will present a lecture on the Great Dukes of Burgundy. Attend a screening of To Catch a Thief in the lounge after dinner.

MACON X CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FRANCETuesday, September 27

Drive from Mâcon to the 17th-century Château de Cormatin, with its Gilded Rooms and delightful gardens. We will also be treated to a private concert in the Orangerie. Return to AmaDagio for lunch and attend a lecture during a relaxing afternoon on the river. Arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône this evening.

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C ruise the Saône and Rhône Rivers in France aboard the elegant M.S. AmaDagio, christened in 2006. From her sun deck, enjoy a

panorama of some of Europe’s loveliest scenery. Relax in the two lounges and experience fine international cuisine in the dining room. The ship also features an elevator, whirlpool, wellness area, and bicy-cles for your use ashore. Retire each evening to your spacious and well-appointed cabin. All accommodations have air-conditioning and an en-tertainment system with television and Internet access. Staterooms on Violin and Cello Decks boast floor-to-ceiling French doors.

L A N D / C R U I S E R A T E S(Per Person, Double Occupancy)

108 to 112 Piano Deck $5,995

101 to 107 Piano Deck $6,995

227 to 230 & 329 to 332 Cello & Violin Decks $7,995

201 to 226 & 325 to 328 Cello & Violin Decks $8,995

305 to 324 Violin Deck $9,995

301 to 304 Violin Deck $12,995

No single supplement in cabins 108-112. Single supplement for other cabins ranges from 25% to 100% of the cruise rate.

RATES INCLUDE X Two nights accommodations at Hotel Beau Rivage, Nice

X Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard AmaDagio, including all port charges

X All meals on the cruise; complimentary wine with lunch and dinner. One lunch and one reception in Nice

X Sightseeing via private motorcoach as per itinerary

X Entrance fees for all included visits

X Airport / hotel / pier / airport group transfers for those on suggested flights

X Taxes, service and porterage; gratuities to local guides and drivers; customary shipboard gratuities

NOT INCLUDED IN RATES International airfare; passport fees; alcoholic beverages other than wine at lunches and dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on suggested group flights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; optional postlude in Roanne; trip insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

OPTIONAL ROANNE POSTLUDE RATE $2,860 per person. Single supplement $530. Includes three nights at the Maison Troisgros; breakfast daily, two lunches, and two dinners; sightseeing as noted.

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Pont du Gard, Avignon

DIJON X BEAUNE, FRANCEWednesday, September 28

Drive to Dijon to see the spectacular 15th-century tombs of the dukes of Burgundy and other treasures at the Musée des Beaux-Arts. The center of the city has many shops and bistros, where you may wish to have lunch. Continue to Beaune, residence of the Burgundian dukes until the 14th century, where we will discover the famous tile-roofed Hôtel-Dieu housing Rogier Van der Weyden’s Last Judgment.

LYON, FRANCEThursday, September 29

During a morning tour of Lyon’s Old Town, admire highlights of the collection at the Musée des Beaux-Arts or discover the market of this gastronomic capital. Following lunch, explore the revitalized Lyon Confluence district, featuring an impressive new museum, or see the diverse collections at the Textiles and Decorative Arts Museums. Gather this evening for a festive farewell dinner, hosted by our captain.

LYON X NEW YORKFriday, September 30

Disembark AmaDagio and transfer to the Lyon Airport for the flights home.

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Dear Members and Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art,

Nice, where we begin our trip, has the particular charm of being both French and Italian: it joined France a little over a century and a half ago, and then took on a bit of England when Queen Victoria made it her winter residence. It also makes the perfect introduction to the rest of our voyage. The Rhône has long been the link between the world of the Mediterranean and the rest of France; and on our way to Arles, where we board the AmaDagio, we will experience the French glamour of St. Tropez.

Traveling with us is art historian and Met lecturer Olivier Bernier, to whom the French Government awarded the Order of Arts and Letters. He will share his love and knowledge of the country where he was brought up. Mr. Bernier will speak to us both in the course of lectures on board and as we visit the sites.

Highlights of this river cruise offer a varied and highly entertaining look at the best of the Rhône area. From Arles, where van Gogh lived the most creative years of his life, and Aix, Cézanne’s home town, we will move on to Avignon, where the Popes resided for a century during the Great Schism. There, we will visit the home of the late Drawings Curator of the Louvre and its enchanting garden.

An excursion to Grenoble, known for its major university, will take us to an important museum of 19th- and 20th-century art. Throughout, one of the delights of this trip will be our cruise through the heart of Burgundy with visits to Dijon, the capital of the Great Dukes who ruled there in the 15th century, and Beaune with its spectacular medieval Hospice. Our trip also includes Lyon where we will tour its stellar Museum of Fine Arts and of Textiles.

For those who wish to explore this area further, an optional three-day postlude in Roanne is offered. Enjoy a spectacular stay at Maison Troisgros and dining in what is said to be the finest restaurant in France, as well as excursions to the charming town of Moulins and the dazzling Late Gothic church of Brou.

This trip is co-sponsored by Yale Educational Travel, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and Smithsonian Journeys. I hope you will join us.

Sincerely,

Nina McN. Diefenbach Vice President for Institutional Advancement

OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN ROANNE September 30 to October 3, 2016

A great culture offers a variety of pleasures. We will have extraordinary artistic experiences, from the amazing Late Gothic church at Brou to the Romanesque basilica of Paray-Le-Monial, and see two delightful faience museums. Then, of all the great three-star Michelin restaurants in France, none has lasted longer than Troisgros and none today offers more superb cuisine. Exquisite flavors, superb pairings, and the most serene of settings make a dinner at Troisgros an experience of a lifetime. Accommodations are at the elegant Maison Troisgros, exclusively reserved for our group. X

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NICE, FRANCEWednesday, September 21

Upon arrival in Nice, on the glamorous French Riviera, transfer to the Hotel Beau Rivage, centrally located near the Promenade des Anglais. In the afternoon tour the lovely Musée des Beaux-Arts, housed in a Belle Époque mansion with an English-style garden. Gather for a cocktail reception with introductory remarks by our lecturers.

NICEThursday, September 22

This morning admire the largest public collection of works by Marc Chagall at the museum dedicated to him. Following lunch, drive to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, where we visit Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild’s magnificent gardens overlooking the sea. Alternatively, explore Monaco’s famed casino and oceanographic museum. Return to Nice for dinner at leisure, perhaps at a restaurant along the Old Port.

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Friday, September 23

Stop in St. Tropez for a morning visit to the Musée de l’Annonciade, with its fine collection of modern art by Vuillard, Bonnard, Signac, and others. Lunch is at leisure in this seaside village. Continue to Arles—immortalized in the paintings of Vincent van Gogh—to board M.S. AmaDagio. Enjoy a welcome reception and dinner on board.

AVIGNON, FRANCE Sunday, September 25

Visit the medieval palace at Avignon, where six popes held court. You may wish to have lunch on your own in this charming city. In the afternoon, join an excursion to see the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard, one of the greatest feats of engineering surviving from the ancient world, and admire the gardens of the Château de Saint-Privat followed by a wine tasting. Or you may choose an afternoon visit to the elegant home and garden of a former curator of the Louvre in Villeneuve-les-Avignon, concluding with a wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

ARLES X AVIGNONSaturday, September 24

Today you may choose to remain in Arles to visit the Romanesque church of St. Trophime, one of France’s great treasures, the Roman amphitheater, and a cemetery dating from the time of Julius Caesar. Alternatively, drive to Aix-en-Provence, once an early Roman settlement. See the lovely 17th- and 18th-century architecture and the fine collection of French paintings and sculpture at the Musée Granet. Following a late afternoon onboard lecture, AmaDagio departs for Avignon.

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AIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with air travel arrangements for this program, including specially negotiated group airfare when available, suggested group flights, or your own individual requests, for a processing fee of $40 per person. Complete details will be provided in your confirmation mailing.PAYMENT SCHEDULE A deposit of $2,500 per person, payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees, is required with the reservation application. Final payment, by check or wire transfer, must be received 120 days prior to departure. HEALTH All participants must be in good health. This program involves extensive walking over uneven surfaces and climbing stairs at monuments and other locations not handicapped accessible, and climbing in and out of various conveyances. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation. Please note: AmaDagio does have an elevator between Violin and Cello Decks.PHOTOGRAPHY Photographs or, in some cases, videotapes of participants of Travel with the Met trips may be used for educational and promotional purposes by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.INSURANCE TRIP CANCELLATION / EMERGENCY MEDICAL EVACUATION / BAGGAGE / ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. CANCELLATION PENALTIES ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED. AAA will send an insurance application upon receipt of deposit, although you may select an alternative insurer of your choice.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (the Met) and AAA. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfares, and currency exchange rates in effect as of the time of brochure printing and are subject to change without notice. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual. RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE The participation of the Met is limited to educational sponsorship of the program described in this brochure (The Program). AAA acts only as an agent for the participant with respect to transportation, accommodations, and all other services, relating to The Program. AAA, the Met and/or their agents assume no responsibility or liability for any act, error, or omission, or for any injury, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of any defect in any aircraft, ship, train, bus, or other carrier, or through neglect or default of any subcon-tractor or other third party, which may be used wholly or in part in the performance of their duty to the participants of The Program. The passage ticket issued by the carrier is the sole contract between the participant and the carrier. Nor will AAA or the Met and/or their agents be responsible for loss, injury, damages, or expenses to persons or property, due to illness, weather, strikes, local laws, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, acts of nature, or other such causes in connection with The Program or anything beyond their reasonable control. AAA is not responsible for transportation or other program delays and changes, nor additional expenses or loss of time that may be incurred. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of the participants, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter the itinerary at any time, without notice to the participants, such alterations will be made without penalty to AAA or the Met. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the participants. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the participant at all times. AAA and the Met reserve the right to accept or decline any person as a participant at any time, or to require any participant to withdraw from The Program at their own expense when such an action is determined by AAA or the Met to be in the best interest of the participant’s health and safety, or the general welfare of the other participants. CANCELLATION POLICY AAA must strictly adhere to its cancellation policy to offset costs incurred prior to the commencement of The Program, which may include but are not limited to: advance payments to land opera-tors; ship charters; communication expenses; development/promotional expenses, and the loss of time that might have permitted resale of reserved space. All cancellations must be made in writing to the offices of AAA and are subject to a $350 non-refundable administrative fee. All refunds are limited to amounts actually received by AAA and are the sole responsibility of AAA; the Met shall have no liability for refunds. At the time AAA receives written notification of cancellation, the following cancellation charges will apply: cancellations received between 120 to 91 days prior to departure, 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days prior to departure, 50 percent of the program cost per person; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason. Air cancellation charges, if any, will be assessed in accordance with airline regulations. All group fare tickets must be issued no less than 30 days prior to departure. NOTE: Neither AAA nor the Met shall be liable for any airline cancellation penalties incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable ticket. In the case of a cancellation due to shortage of participants, AAA will attempt to notify all participants at least 45 days prior to departure. However, AAA reserves the right to cancel The Program prior to departure for any reason and, in such case, reimbursement of refundable costs of the trip by AAA shall constitute full settlement with the participant. In the unlikely event that a dispute arises between a participant and AAA or the Met, the following conditions will apply: (a) the dispute will be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in New York, NY; (b) the dispute will be governed by New York Law; (c) the maximum amount of recovery to which a participant shall be entitled under any and all circumstances will be the sum of all monies actually received from the participant by AAA. The participant agrees that this is a fair and reasonable limita-tion on the damages, of any sort whatsoever, that a participant may suffer. Upon payment of the deposit to AAA, the participant agrees to be bound by the above terms and conditions. Copyright © 2015 Arrangements Abroad, Inc. CST 2059789-40

On the front and back covers: Saint-Tropez by Paul Signac 1894. (French, Paris 1863–1935 Paris). L’Estampe originale, Album VII. Prints. Lithograph in six colors. The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Rogers Fund, 1922. (22.82.1-69). On the back cover: Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, photo by Catherine Farber.

Flower market, Nice

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GRENOBLE, FRANCEMonday, September 26

From Tournon, drive to Grenoble to explore one of the best collections of 19th- to 20th-century art in France at the Musée de Grenoble. Alternatively, enjoy a leisurely day cruising up the Rhône River aboard AmaDagio, arriving in Vienne this afternoon, when the Grenoble group rejoins the ship. At teatime, Olivier Bernier will present a lecture on the Great Dukes of Burgundy. Attend a screening of To Catch a Thief in the lounge after dinner.

MACON X CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FRANCETuesday, September 27

Drive from Mâcon to the 17th-century Château de Cormatin, with its Gilded Rooms and delightful gardens. We will also be treated to a private concert in the Orangerie. Return to AmaDagio for lunch and attend a lecture during a relaxing afternoon on the river. Arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône this evening.

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C ruise the Saône and Rhône Rivers in France aboard the elegant M.S. AmaDagio, christened in 2006. From her sun deck, enjoy a

panorama of some of Europe’s loveliest scenery. Relax in the two lounges and experience fine international cuisine in the dining room. The ship also features an elevator, whirlpool, wellness area, and bicy-cles for your use ashore. Retire each evening to your spacious and well-appointed cabin. All accommodations have air-conditioning and an en-tertainment system with television and Internet access. Staterooms on Violin and Cello Decks boast floor-to-ceiling French doors.

L A N D / C R U I S E R A T E S(Per Person, Double Occupancy)

108 to 112 Piano Deck $5,995

101 to 107 Piano Deck $6,995

227 to 230 & 329 to 332 Cello & Violin Decks $7,995

201 to 226 & 325 to 328 Cello & Violin Decks $8,995

305 to 324 Violin Deck $9,995

301 to 304 Violin Deck $12,995

No single supplement in cabins 108-112. Single supplement for other cabins ranges from 25% to 100% of the cruise rate.

RATES INCLUDE X Two nights accommodations at Hotel Beau Rivage, Nice

X Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard AmaDagio, including all port charges

X All meals on the cruise; complimentary wine with lunch and dinner. One lunch and one reception in Nice

X Sightseeing via private motorcoach as per itinerary

X Entrance fees for all included visits

X Airport / hotel / pier / airport group transfers for those on suggested flights

X Taxes, service and porterage; gratuities to local guides and drivers; customary shipboard gratuities

NOT INCLUDED IN RATES International airfare; passport fees; alcoholic beverages other than wine at lunches and dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on suggested group flights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; optional postlude in Roanne; trip insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

OPTIONAL ROANNE POSTLUDE RATE $2,860 per person. Single supplement $530. Includes three nights at the Maison Troisgros; breakfast daily, two lunches, and two dinners; sightseeing as noted.

St. Trophime, Arles

Pont du Gard, Avignon

DIJON X BEAUNE, FRANCEWednesday, September 28

Drive to Dijon to see the spectacular 15th-century tombs of the dukes of Burgundy and other treasures at the Musée des Beaux-Arts. The center of the city has many shops and bistros, where you may wish to have lunch. Continue to Beaune, residence of the Burgundian dukes until the 14th century, where we will discover the famous tile-roofed Hôtel-Dieu housing Rogier Van der Weyden’s Last Judgment.

LYON, FRANCEThursday, September 29

During a morning tour of Lyon’s Old Town, admire highlights of the collection at the Musée des Beaux-Arts or discover the market of this gastronomic capital. Following lunch, explore the revitalized Lyon Confluence district, featuring an impressive new museum, or see the diverse collections at the Textiles and Decorative Arts Museums. Gather this evening for a festive farewell dinner, hosted by our captain.

LYON X NEW YORKFriday, September 30

Disembark AmaDagio and transfer to the Lyon Airport for the flights home.

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Arles to Lyon Aboard M.S. AmaDagio X September 20 to 30, 2016

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Arles to Lyon Aboard M.S. AmaDagio

Dear Members and Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art,

Nice, where we begin our trip, has the particular charm of being both French and Italian: it joined France a little over a century and a half ago, and then took on a bit of England when Queen Victoria made it her winter residence. It also makes the perfect introduction to the rest of our voyage. The Rhône has long been the link between the world of the Mediterranean and the rest of France; and on our way to Arles, where we board the AmaDagio, we will experience the French glamour of St. Tropez.

Traveling with us is art historian and Met lecturer Olivier Bernier, to whom the French Government awarded the Order of Arts and Letters. He will share his love and knowledge of the country where he was brought up. Mr. Bernier will speak to us both in the course of lectures on board and as we visit the sites.

Highlights of this river cruise offer a varied and highly entertaining look at the best of the Rhône area. From Arles, where van Gogh lived the most creative years of his life, and Aix, Cézanne’s home town, we will move on to Avignon, where the Popes resided for a century during the Great Schism. There, we will visit the home of the late Drawings Curator of the Louvre and its enchanting garden.

An excursion to Grenoble, known for its major university, will take us to an important museum of 19th- and 20th-century art. Throughout, one of the delights of this trip will be our cruise through the heart of Burgundy with visits to Dijon, the capital of the Great Dukes who ruled there in the 15th century, and Beaune with its spectacular medieval Hospice. Our trip also includes Lyon where we will tour its stellar Museum of Fine Arts and of Textiles.

For those who wish to explore this area further, an optional three-day postlude in Roanne is offered. Enjoy a spectacular stay at Maison Troisgros and dining in what is said to be the finest restaurant in France, as well as excursions to the charming town of Moulins and the dazzling Late Gothic church of Brou.

This trip is co-sponsored by Yale Educational Travel, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and Smithsonian Journeys. I hope you will join us.

Sincerely,

Nina McN. Diefenbach Vice President for Institutional Advancement

OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN ROANNE September 30 to October 3, 2016

A great culture offers a variety of pleasures. We will have extraordinary artistic experiences, from the amazing Late Gothic church at Brou to the Romanesque basilica of Paray-Le-Monial, and see two delightful faience museums. Then, of all the great three-star Michelin restaurants in France, none has lasted longer than Troisgros and none today offers more superb cuisine. Exquisite flavors, superb pairings, and the most serene of settings make a dinner at Troisgros an experience of a lifetime. Accommodations are at the elegant Maison Troisgros, exclusively reserved for our group. X

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