The Matisse Cruise
- Around twenty-five collections of classic modern art in Spain & France.
- Sites and scenes which inspired some of the greatest art of the twentieth century.
- A superb team of art historians and biographers
- On board the French ship Le Diamant, passengers limited to 180.
- The Matisse Cruise will also sail 24 April–4 May 2010.
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15–24 April 2009
10 days • from £2,650
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In Pursuit of Caravaggio
- Follows the career and artworks of Caravaggio, in Southern Italy, Sicily and Malta.
- Baroque art and architecture as well as the Ancient Greeks in Italy.
- A study of volcanoes is included.
- Private concerts in Rome, Naples and Valletta.
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20 September–2 October 2009
13 days • from £2,990
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The Romans in Africa
- The great ruined cities along the coasts of Tunisia and Libya.
- Carthaginian, Greek, Roman and Byzantine archaeology and architecture.
- Arab, Berber and Islamic heritage also explored.
- A performance of Purcell’s opera Dido and Aeneas and readings from ancient authors in Roman theatres.
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2–13 October 2009
12 days • from £2,690
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Classical Civilizations
- A chronological survey of Graeco-Roman civilizations – Minoan, Mycenaean, Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine.
- Includes many of the world’s most spectacular and beautiful archaeological sites and museums.
- Naval history is a subsidiary theme with talks focusing in particular on the Ancient and Napoleonic eras.
- A string quartet plays on board and in historic buildings ashore.
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13–25 October 2009
13 days • from £2,990
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Ancient Greek Philosophy
- An untaxing course in ancient thought in the context of places where the great philosophers, scientists and physicians lived and practised.
- The cruise also aims to equip participants with an understanding of philosophy generally and its relevance in the modern world.
- Medical history is a significant strand.
- As a foil to the intellectual content of the cruise, there are (optional) guided walks through lovely countryside.
- And as the ideal Dionysian complement to the cerebral, Apollonian aspects, there are talks on the recent renaissance of Greek wine-making – and opportunities to enjoy its fruits.
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25 October–5 November 2009
12 days • from £2,620
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