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History’s Lost Cities

A p r i v A t e j e t e x p e d i t i o n • o c t o b e r 8 – 2 9 , 2 0 0 9 P e t r a , J o r d a n • U d a i P U r , i n d i a • a n g ko r , C a m b o d i a • V i e n t i a n e & LUa n g P r a b a n g ,

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b U t r i n t & g J i r o k a s t r a , a L b a n i a

travel with Columbia Professor Leigh Linden

L E T y O u R D R E A M S TA k E f L I G H T

i n s i d e : E x p E D I T I O N I T I N E R A R y M A p

PAG E S 10 - 11 PAG E S 12 - 17

Front cover: Petra, Jordan

Dear Columbian,

Have you ever stood in some timeless exotic place and wondered…What was this like hundreds of years ago? What were the thoughts of long-ago travelers as they passed through Angkor Wat and gazed at a sunset or breathed the richness of the Himalayan air? During this 22-day journey by private jet, your days will be filled with such questions. Were the feet that trod this cobbled path in Butrint clad in Roman sandals? Did the monks who first worshipped on this Nepalese mountain look out and envision a wider world? What occupied the ancient trader’s mind as his caravan approached Petra’s imposing Treasury? Can you still hear the bustle of Tamerlane’s marketplace in Samarqand? Will you be drawn to the 2,000 images of Buddha in Vientiane? We invite you to join Professor Leigh Linden of Columbia University’s Department of Economics and SIPA, its renowned School of International and Public Affairs, fellow alumni, family and friends for History’s Lost Cities, a remarkable October 2009 journey that will take you into worlds filled with echoes of the ancient past. Experience more of the world than is possible by any other means in the good company of like-minded travelers from Brown University, Emory University and the Harvard Museum of Natural History. We urge you to call soon as space is quite limited on this extraordinary program. Call 1-866-325-8664.

Sincerely,

Susan K. FeaginExecutive Vice President University Development and Alumni Relations

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3H i s t o r y ’ s L o s t C i t i e s

u n c o v e r s e C r e t s o f t H e pa s t

Some are so remote that only the most intrepid travelers

can reach them. Others have been closed to Westerners

until very recently. Still others have been cloaked in

history’s shadows for thousands of years.

History’s Lost Cities open their walls and doors

to you now in one exceptional journey of 16,500 miles.

Come with us as we explore their hidden pasts

and examine their modern treasures aboard our newly

designed Boeing 757 private jet.

ExplorE anciEnt worlds in a nEw way.

Durbar square in patan, Nepal

rajasthani man, Udaipur

tiled mosaic, Uzbekistan

I m a g I n eH i s t o r y ’ s L o s t w o r L D s

“. . . events now long in the past were once in the future.”

— Fra n c i s M a i t l a n d B a l f o u r, B r i t i s h b i o l o g i s t

a p r i v at E J E t E x p E d i t i o n

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this is whErE lEgEnds bEgan.

The hidden city of Petra. India’s

fabled “Land of the Kings.” The

jungle temples of Angkor. Ancient

cities of Laos. The last kingdom

of the Himalayas. The mythical

city of Kathmandu. Battlegrounds

of Genghis Khan and Tamerlane.

The ancient ruins of Butrint. They

link together a compelling chain of

human history.

They were crossroads of trade,

bustling with lively markets, the

murmurs of travelers, the energy

of commerce. They were quiet

sanctuaries, safeguarded from

intruders.

And now they are yours.

We will cross miles and span centuries for a

voyage into your own understanding — past,

present, and future.

Linked together by mystery, connected

exclusively by private jet, History’s Lost Cities

come brilliantly alive in this unparalleled

journey through time.

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H I s t o r y ’ s L o s t c I t I e s

petra mosaic detail

swayambunath stupa, Kathmandu

aspara bas relief, angkor

temple, Jaipur

Kyichu Lhakhang, oldest temple in Bhutan

Laotian street vendor, Vientiane


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From the moment you’re escorted

by private car to our London hotel

until the day you return home filled

with memories, your comfort and

the depth of your experience are

our sole focus.

We will inspect each hotel

before you check in. We will meet

with the chefs to ensure your

meals meet our exacting standards.

And for months before you arrive,

our team will be at work in every

destination to guarantee the unique

access that distinguishes all of our

private jet expeditions.

This is the trip of your lifetime.

Entrust it only to the world leader

in private jet expeditions.

travEl with comfort & EasE.

travEl with plEasUrE

frustrated with airport

security? we’ll escort you

through private, expedited

checkpoints at most airports.

tired of juggling luggage?

we’ll take care of your bags

from the time you join us at

your check-in hotel until your

return flight home.

annoyed by travel delays?

our efficient itineraries take

you direct to the world’s most

amazing destinations.

e x p e r I e n c et H e D i f f e r e N C e

“ travel ing is a lmost l ike talk ing with those of other centuries.”

— R e n e D e s ca r t e s

H i s t o r y ’ s L o s t C i t i e s

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e m B r a c et H e a D V e N t U r e

“ the world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.“

— S a i n t A u g u s t i n e


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Come with us on a voyage to some of the

world’s most inspiring destinations and be

transformed.

The world is waiting for you.


e m B r a c e“ the world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.“

— S a i n t A u g u s t i n e

a singlE Extraordinary ExpEdition.

Discover the wonder and beauty of

some of the world’s most remote

and hidden corners.

Travel in comfort and safety

by private jet, as we explore

remarkable Himalayan kingdoms,

ancient desert cities lost to history,

and regions nearly untouched by

modern times.

Connected by the mystery and

beauty of their art, architecture, and

religious rituals, these legendary

cities are yours in one remarkable

22-day journey.

Take this spectacular journey

through time and discover one

exotic destination to the next,

experiencing not one, but many

worlds.

DeDiCateD to exCeLLeNCe

in the world of private jet expeditionary travel, there’s

simply no such thing as “good enough.” there is only

extraordinary. your journey is designed for excellence at

every level. a private car meets your commercial flight in

London, charming local gifts grace your pillow at every

destination, and exclusive events and access punctuate

your entire experience. each detail has been orches-

trated with meticulous attention, just as you expect.

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Generous all-leather cradle seats give you more leg room.

a p r i vat E J E t E x p E d i t i o n • o c t o b E r 8 — 2 9 , 2 0 0 9

Journey to ancient centers of commerce and culture in asia, africa, and the near East

on a 22-day expedition in remarkable comfort, safety, and ease.

HI s tory’s Lo s t c I t I e s


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GI_RF Laos_Vientiane Gi_rf Laos_Vientiane stupa aa038295_25_1.tifpetra & waDi rUm,

JorDaN october 10, 11 & 12

Lost to history for

centuries, the mysterious

desert city of Petra was

rediscovered in 1812 and

even today its stunning

remains can be approached

only on foot.

UDaipUr, iNDia october 13 & 14

Our time in this fabled

“City of Lakes” is spent

exploring its fascinating

history in the City Palace,

wandering through the old

town, and enjoying richly

varied folk art.

aNGKor, CamBoDia october 15 & 16

Sacked and abandoned

to the jungle in the

mid-15th century, Angkor ’s

spectacular temples —

among the world’s greatest

treasures — are revealed

again in all their glory.

VieNtiaNe & LUaNG praBaNG, Laos october 17, 18 & 19

These ancient cities along

the Mekong River have

retained their exotic

Southeast Asian essence

thanks to the sheltering

influence of strong

religious traditions.


Lo N D o N , U K Days 1 & 2

p e t r a & wa D i r U m , J o r D a N Days 3, 4 & 5

B U t r i N t & G J i r o K a s t r a , a L B a N i a Days 19 & 20

r e t U r N to Lo N D o N a N D D e pa r t f o r H o m e Days 21 & 22

HI s tory’s Lo s t c I t I e s

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KatHmaNDU, NepaL october 20 & 21

In the Kathmandu Valley,

explore Bodhnath —

Nepal’s largest stupa — as

well as the medieval city of

Bhaktapur and the intricate

woodcarvings of ancient

Patan.

paro, KiNGDom of BHUtaN october 22 & 23

The last independent

kingdom of the Himalayas,

the tiny monarchy of

Bhutan opened its doors

to visitors less than 30

years ago, making it one

of Asia’s most mysterious

countries.

samarqaND, UzBeKistaN october 24 & 25

Renowned for its beauty,

admired by Alexander the

Great and Marco Polo,

Samarqand was chosen by

Tamerlane to be the capital

of the world in 1369.

BUtriNt & GJiroKastra, aLBaNia october 26 & 27

Along forest paths in

Butrint National Park lie

2,500-year-old Greek and

Roman ruins. Gjirokastra’s

Ottoman architecture was

built around a 13th-century

hilltop castle perched

above a beautiful valley.


U Da i p U r , i N D i a Days 6 & 7

a N G Ko r , C a m B o D i a Days 8 & 9

V i e N t i a N e & LUa N G p r a B a N G , L ao s Days 10, 11 & 12

K at H m a N D U, N e pa L Days 13 & 14

pa r o, B H U ta N Days 15 & 16

s a m a r qa N D, U z B e K i s ta N Days 17 & 18

the oberoi Udaivi las, Udaipur

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with views over Lake pichola to the City

palace, this hotel resembles a palace

itself with fountains and pavilions,

ornate carving and inlay, landscaped

gardens and private courtyards.


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e x p Lo r e t H e w o r L d

o C to B e r 8 & 9

Depart Home/LondonDepart on commercial flights to London. Meet fellow

travelers, lecturers, and expedition leaders at a festive

welcome dinner at our hotel.

The Dorchester, London

o C to B e r 10, 11 & 12

Petra & Wadi rum, Jordan In the morning light, pass through a narrow

passageway to experience the ancient power and glory

of this 2,000-year-old city’s hidden rock-carved tombs,

temples, and treasury. The next day, travel on a 4x4

expedition into the lunar landscape of Wadi Rum.

Petra Mövenpick Hotel and Intercontinental Hotel Aqaba

If you have previously visited Petra, we would be happy

to arrange an exploration of the beautifully preserved

Greco-Roman ruins in Jerash, with accommodations at

the Kempinski Hotel Ishtar.

o C to B e r 13 & 14

Udaipur, india In the far south of Rajasthan lies an oasis in the middle

of the Thar Desert. An opulent city, Udaipur’s majestic

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waterside palaces are surrounded by desert

hills and distant vistas. Experience the regally

decorated Royal Barge before arriving at City

Palace for a luxurious private banquet in

magnificent Rajasthani style.

In the valley of Ranakpur, visit the beautiful

white marble Jain temple complex, featuring

1,444 intricately carved pillars, followed by lunch

at the hunting cabin of the maharaja of Jodhpur.

The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur

o C to B e r 15 & 16

angkor, CambodiaWhile the French were laying the cornerstone

of Notre-Dame in Paris, the Khmer kings were

finishing the great temples of Angkor. This

complex of towers, carved murals, colonnades,

and courtyards ushered in the classic age of

Khmer art and architecture and continues to

draw countless monks and pilgrims.

Visit the Khmer empire’s greatest creations:

Angkor Wat, one of the wonders of the world;

the Bayon with its collection of enigmatic faces;

and Ta Prohm, where towering trees intertwine

with immense stones.

La Résidence d’Angkor, Siem Reap

If you have visited Angkor before, we would

be happy to arrange an excursion to Banteay

Srei — the citadel of women — or to the Rolos

Group of temples built 400 years before Angkor

Wat. As a third option, visit Tonlé Sap, the “great

lake” created when the Mekong River swells with

monsoon rains. Discover an entire floating village

of homes, shops, and deepwater rice paddies.

angkor covers some

248 square miles and

contains magnificent

remains of Khmer

empire’s different

capitals from the 9th to

the 15th century. sacked

and abandoned to the

jungle more than five

centuries ago, it remains

one of the world’s great

treasures.

Udaipur’s Lake palace

Bayon stone face, angkor

the hidden city of petra


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o C to B e r 17, 18 & 19

Vientiane & Luang Prabang, LaosWhile the rest of Southeast Asia bustles, Laos

welcomes travelers with quiet beauty, legendary

hospitality, and stunning temples adorned with fine

sculpture and priceless images of Buddha.

Pha That Luang, a gorgeous golden stupa, rises

above the Vientiane skyline, and the city’s oldest

temple, Wat Si Saket, draws worshippers with more

than 2,000 images of Buddha.

In Luang Prabang, historic Lao temples

mingle with French colonial buildings. Members

of Hmong, Mien, and Thai hill tribes converge to

trade at the colorful markets.

Lao Plaza Hotel, Vientiane and Pansea Phou Vao Hotel, Luang Prabang

o C to B e r 20 & 21

Kathmandu, nepal Kathmandu, the once-forbidden city tucked in a

Himalayan valley, is an exotic blend of Buddhist

and Hindu influences. Nepal’s largest stupa,

Bodhnath, has a huge white dome surrounded

by 108 sculptures of Buddha. Also visit

Swayambhunath, a remarkable stupa encircled by

dozens of smaller stupas, temples, and shrines. We

also explore medieval Bhaktapur to find extraor-

dinary Nepali architecture and art, including the

ornate Golden Gate, a centuries-old masterpiece of

metalworking.

We transfer by charter flight to Tiger Tops

Jungle Lodge in Nepal’s Chitwan National Park,

the former hunting lands of the maharajas. The tall

UNesCo worLD HeritaGe sites

History’s Lost Cities takes you to places of

extraordinary cultural value that have been

chosen for protection by UNesCo’s world

Heritage program.

• Petra, Jordan

• Angkor, Cambodia

• Town of Luang Prabang, Laos

• Samarqand — Crossroad of Cultures, Uzbekistan

• Butrint, Albania

• Museum-City of Gjirokastra, Albania

• Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

• Chitwan National Park, Nepal

Buddhist monk at Bodhnath stupa, Kathmandu

rhinoceros at Chitwan National park, Nepal

“ without new experiences, something inside of us s leeps. the s leeper must awaken.”

— Fra n k H e r b e r t , A m e r i ca n n o v e l i s t

grass and dense forest are home to deer,

rhinoceroses, crocodiles, and kingfishers. Following

ancient, royal traditions, we explore the area atop

elephants. Stay in comfortable tree houses constructed

of native materials.

Dwarika’s Shangri-la Village Resort or Tiger Tops Jungle Lodge; Hyatt Regency, Kathmandu

o C to B e r 22 & 23

Paro, Bhutan Board a charter flight for tiny Bhutan, where untouched

alpine vistas, pristine rivers, and fluttering prayer

flags all contribute to the quintessential Himalayan

experience. Encounter mountaintop Buddhist

monasteries, terraced rice fields, and massive white

dzongs (fortresses). Visit the National Museum, housed

in the 17th-century former watchtower of the Paro

Valley, to see excellent collections of historic thangka

paintings, textiles, ancient weapons, and artifacts.

We’ll take a mini-trek on foot or horseback from

the Paro Valley, through a boulder-strewn forest,

to the cliffside temple of Taktsang (“tiger’s nest”)

perched 3,000 feet above the valley.

Zhiwaling Hotel, Paro


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We explore Registan Square, center of Samarqand

from the time the first religious school was built on

the banks of a river since swallowed by the sands.

The sacred Shah-i-Zinda mausoleum, Ulug Beg’s

world-famous 15th-century observatory, and the

Bibi Khanum mosque all provide insight into the fabled

history of this desert town. Our time here concludes

with a visit to Tamerlane’s tomb and the bustling

local market where we walk in the footsteps of the

great explorers of old.

President Hotel, Samarqand

o C to B e r 24 & 25

Samarqand, Uzbekistan Tales of the glory of Samarqand have drawn travelers

to this jewel of the Silk Road for centuries. Chinese

scholars traveled west towards India, in search of

enlightenment, while European diplomats arrived at

the court of the legendary Tamerlane after journeys

that took years. And today, Samarqand stands at the

crossroads of Asia, enticing contemporary explorers

with its alluring blend of ancient and modern.

“ i f you would understand anything, obser ve i ts beginning . . .”

— A r i s t o t l e


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o C to B e r 26 & 27

Butrint & Gjirokastra, albaniaOur jet carries us to Corfu, Greece, where we board

a ferry for a short ride to Albania’s seaside city of

Saranda. Embark upon the road less traveled to

Albania’s gorgeous southern coast where charming

towns are strung like pearls on a necklace. Saranda

offers a picturesque base for our exploration of

once-forbidden sites like the UNESCO World

Heritage hillside town of Gjirokastra and the fabulous,

untouched forested Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman

ruins of Butrint.

We explore the Castle of Gjirokastra and

Ethnographic Museum. In Butrint, atop a cliff

overlooking Corfu, archaeological wonders provide

insight into ancient Mediterranean civilization. Along

the way, relish the open hearts and warm hospitality of

Albanians, who are curious about the West and eager

to share their history and traditions.

Hotel Butrinti, Saranda

o C to B e r 28 & 29

London/Depart for HomeRelax at our London hotel, then transfer the next day to

the airport for regularly scheduled commercial flights

homeward.

The Dorchester, London

$59,950 USDper person, double occupancy3,300 USD per person single supplement itinerary and prices are subject to change

from the markets of

samarqand and the

archaeological wonders

of Butrint to Udaipur’s

glorious rajasthani

carvings, history comes

alive for you in eight

amazing countries,

including eight UNesCo

world Heritage sites.

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6th-century Greek theater, Butrint

Uzbek man in registan square, samarqand

Uzbek woman


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lE t Us sUrprisE yoU.lE t Us dElight yoU.

A treasured trademark of our journeys by private

jet is the concept of Surprise and Delight.

While our brilliant expedition staff members,

behind the scenes and on the jet, are carefully

orchestrating every detail of your extraordinary

journey, they’re also plotting behind your back.

As spectacular as the scheduled events and

experiences of your expedition already are, our

goal is to make them even better. We call these the

Surprise and Delight moments — and your private

jet expedition is studded with them.

They’re not listed in your brochure. They aren’t

mentioned in your trip documents.

They’re not on the schedule. And you will never

know when they’re coming. But be confident that

they are coming.

Without giving away too much, we can tell you

. . . we’ve produced baby elephants on command.

We’ve delivered brilliant dance performances in

the middle of public squares. We’ve transformed a

simple rest stop into a feast of homemade pastries

beside bubbling springs in a forest glen.

We take special pride in our ability to take your

breath away. In fact, we’re a little bit smug about

it. So come along and let us surprise you. Let us

delight you.

When you least expect it , you can

expect it .

YOUR PRIVATE BOEING 757 JET

t r a v e LB e y o N D t H e o r D i N a r y

travEl in comfort

Only a private jet can take you to History’s Lost Cities

in just 22 days — all in comfort, safety, and ease.

Just 19 rows of spacious leather seats — 52

inches wide with a pitch of 50-52 inches — and full

ergonomic support. Personable, professional jet staff

who welcome you back aboard after each stop. The

perfect place to relax, reflect on your experience, and

learn about the next exotic destination.

Dedicated advance staff paves the way for

hassle-free arrivals. Fly direct, bypass busy airports

and, at most stops, enjoy expedited boarding and

easy passage through Customs and Immigration.

JEt timings date dep/arr LengtH

10/10/09 London/Aqaba 5h 5m10/13/09 Aqaba/Udaipur 4h 30m10/15/09 Udaipur/Siem Reap 4h 30m 10/17/09 Siem Reap/Vientiane 1h 30m10/20/09 Vientiane/Kathmandu 3h 30m10/22/09 Kathmandu/Paro* 1h 15m10/24/09 Paro/Kathmandu* 1h 15m “ Kathmandu/Samarqand 6h10/26/09 Samarqand/Corfu 5h 45m10/28/09 Corfu/London 4h

*charter

ExpErts EnlightEn yoU

Travel with a team of expert lecturers:

Charles Doherty, a recognized authority on

Asian art history and a popular lecturer on TCS

Expeditions journeys, has traveled to more than 100

countries and lectured in more than 50. A Fulbright

Fellow at the University of London’s Courtauld

Institute of Art, he completed a Ph.D. in art history

at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Martha Sharp Joukowsky, educator and field

archaeologist, has been associated with field projects in

Lebanon, Greece, Italy, Turkey, and most recently as the

Director of Brown University’s Great Temple

Excavations project in Petra, Jordan. Dr. Joukowsky is

Professor Emerita at Brown University’s Institute for

Archaeology and the Ancient World as well as in the

Department of Anthropology.

Columbia professor Leigh Linden teaches in

the Department of Economics and the School of

International and Public Affairs, and specializes

in the field of development and labor economics,

exploring the microeconomic determinants of

income inequality and poverty. He completed

a Ph.D. in Economics at the Massachusetts

Institute of Technology, and has been a member

of Columbia University’s faculty since 2004.

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Discover history’s great lost cities, hidden from the world or long closed to Westerners, on a 22-day odyssey by private jet through eight exotic countries.

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