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Alumni TravelEl Camino de Santiago:A Walking Tour in Northern Spainwith Jane L. Carroll, Senior Lecturer in Art HistoryOctober 1–13, 2021

TRIP HIGHLIGHTSTRAVEL the Camino de Santiago during Xacobeo, theCompostela Holy Year observed for the first time in 11 years,when pilgrims visiting the tomb of the Apostle at the Cathedral ofSantiago de Compostela are offered forgiveness for all of their sins,which is known as “a plenary indulgence”BEGIN a series of walks along the Camino in Roncesvalles, one ofthe main entrances to the famous pilgrimage trail, and end in Santiagode Compostela, the capital of Galicia and a UNESCO World HeritageSite, as has been done for centuriesADMIRE awe-inspiring cathedrals and monasteries in Nájera,Burgos, León, and other pilgrimage cities along the way, and enjoyleisure time to explore Spain’s lovely Galicia regionSAVOR regional wines and cuisine including a special lunch atBodegas Baigorri, where Rioja Alavesa wine is produced, and stay inhistoric paradoresSEE the artistic treasures of the 15th-century Cartuja de Mirafloresmonastery in Burgos, which is still occupied by a cloistered group ofmonks who observe silence, on an after-hours visitHEAR Gregorian chants performed by the world-famous monks ofthe monastery of Santo Domingo de Silos, whose two-story cloister isconsidered a masterpiece of Romanesque artEXPERIENCE midday Mass at the magnificent Cathedral ofSantiago de Compostela, one of the most important religious structuresin Spain, where a highlight will be the Botafumeiro ceremonyWATCH the sun set over Cape Finisterre, a rock-bound peninsulaonce thought to be “the end of the Earth,” where some pilgrims nowcome to burn their boots or clothes at the conclusion of their journeysTRAVELING WITH YOUJane L. Carroll is a senior lecturer in art history at DartmouthCollege, specializing in the art of Northern Europe from latemedieval times to the Early Modern period. She has researchedand written on Dutch and German art, focusing on howartworks argue for selected religious ideology, both duringthe reform of the religious Orders and in the Reformation. Herother interests include early prints and the role of women inthe arts, especially during the Middle Ages. Recently she hasexpanded her research to explore depictions of marriage. Jane is a veteran ofalumni education, having hosted ten Dartmouth Alumni Travel trips and deliveredtalks on art and religious history to alumni audiences across the country. Her2018 Dartmouth on Location lecture at the New York Metropolitan Museum ofArt’s Michelangelo exhibit attracted a sold-out alumni audience of more than 500attendees, and she was the recipient of the 2018 Rassias Faculty Award for hercontributions to alumni education. She received her B.A. from Smith College andher PhD from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

Alumni TravelDear Alumni, Parents, and Friends of Dartmouth,For more than a thousand years pilgrims have walked the Caminode Santiago, the “Way of Saint James,” to the shrine of the Apostle atSantiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain. We invite you to joinDartmouth in Fall 2021 to follow in these peregrinos’ footsteps, onselective hikes along the celebrated Camino de Santiago. Traveling withus is Jane L. Carroll, a senior lecturer in art history at Dartmouth College.Our journey will take place during the festive Compostela Holy Year, arare and momentous occasion known as Xacobeo, observed for the firsttime in 11 years.Admire spectacular monuments, enjoy fine cuisine, and spendyour nights in deluxe hotels and historic paradores. In Santiago deCompostela, attend the Pilgrims’ Mass at the Cathedral, with its famousBotafumeiro ceremony. The average distance covered is 3.5 miles perday, with one day’s mileage being just under 5.5 miles.We hope you will join us to experience the history, legends,and legacy of Europe’s most famous walking trail. This journey is cosponsored by Smith College. Space is limited on this educationaladventure. Reserve today online at alumni.dartmouth.edu/learnandtravel/travel, by calling 800-221-1944, or by returning theenclosed reservation form.Warm regards from Hanover,View from Cape Finisterre, Alberto CabreraRobin Albing T’81Director, Lifelong Learning andAdvancement Special ProjectsPatrick BedardAssistant Director ofLifelong LearningAlumni Relationswww.alumni.dartmouth.edu/travelP.S.— Participants must be in good health and able to keep pacewith an active group. They must be able to hike for up to six miles a dayon uneven terrain; walk and stand for periods of two hours at a time;climb stairs at monuments (some without handrails) and other locationsnot handicapped accessible; and board a motorcoach unassisted. Anycondition that may require assistance or special medical attention mustbe reported at the time of your reservation. For walks on the Camino,participants are advised to bring “broken-in” walking shoes or boots, asun hat, and comfortable hiking attire.

El Camino de Santiago:A Walking Tour in Northern SpainOctober 1–13, 2021FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1: DEPARTUREDepart on an overnight flight to Pamplona via Madrid.SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2: MADRID, SPAIN / PAMPLONAArrive in Pamplona in the late afternoon. Transfer to the Hotel Maisonnave, centrallylocated near Castillo Square. This evening, meet fellow travelers and your study leaderfor a welcome drink, followed by dinner.DSUNDAY, OCTOBER 3: PAMPLONAAttend a morning lecture before a walking tour of Pamplona’s Old Quarter. After lunch,drive to Roncesvalles, one of the main entrances in Spain for the St. James Way, andwhere each traveler will receive a credencial (pilgrim passport) to mark their route. Enroutestop in the town of Burguete, mentioned in Ernest Hemingway’s The Sun Also Rises, fora typical lunch. Our first walk on the trail is from Albergue to Espinal across the fertileplans of the Río Ebro. Return to Pamplona, where the remainder of the day is at leisure.Approximate walking distance: 4 miles.B,LMONDAY, OCTOBER 4: PAMPLONA / LAGUARDIATravel by coach to the Romanesque Church of Santa María de Eunate, one of the jewelsof the Camino. From there, walk a short distance on the Camino to Puente La Reina, amedieval town where the two main pilgrim routes converge. There will be time to explorethe town and enjoy lunch on your own. Drive to Estella to see the Palace of the Kingsof Navarre and San Pedro de la Rúa, with its beautiful 12th-century cloister. Continue toLaguardia, the historic capital of the famous Rioja Alavesa wine region, and check in tothe Hotel Villa de Laguardia. Dinner, featuring regional cuisine and wines, is at a localrestaurant. Approximate walking distance: 2.75 miles.B,DTUESDAY, OCTOBER 5: LAGUARDIAFollowing a morning lecture, drive to the lively university city of Logroño to see its lovelyOld Quarter and the cathedral, with a painting by Michelangelo. Lunch is at BodegasBaigorri, where Rioja Alavesa is produced. Return to Laguardia to visit Santa Maria de losReyes. Conclude at the hotel, where the remainder of the day is at leisure.Rest day (walking only for sightseeing).B,LWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6: LAGUARDIA / BURGOSDepart for Nájera, the former capital of the Kingdom of Navarre. Visits include theMonasterio Santa María de la Real, the burial place of many of the kings, queens, andknights of Navarre. Continue on the Camino to Azofra, then drive to Santo Domingo dePalace of the Kings of Navarre, Estella, photo by JorabCathedral of Santiago de Compostela,photo by Ruben HolthuijsenMadonna & Child, Bruges, youngie42

Bay of BiscayVillafranca delBierzo AstorganSantiagode CompostelannnLeónnnNájera LaguardianBurgosnn nnLogroñoCalzada del Coto Santo Domingo Azofrade la CalzadaSPAINPamplonann Estellala Calzada and visit the cathedral, followed by lunch and a visit to the Pilgrim’s Hospital,declared PORTUGALa National Historic Interest Site. Enroute to Burgos, stop and see both Las HuelgasMonastery and the Museo de Ricas Telas. Continue to the spectacular Gothic abbey of LaCartuja de Miraflores, which will be opened especially for our group. Check in at Hotel NHPalacio de la Merced, our home for the next two nights. Dinner is at a local restaurant.MadridApproximate walking distance: 3.6 miles.B,L,DTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 7: BURGOSThis morning, discover the sumptuous Burgos Cathedral, the largest church in Spain and aUNESCO World Heritage Site. View its richly decorated chapels and the cloister. Drive tothe monastery of Santo Domingo de Silos, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, andexperience a Gregorian chant performed by the world-famous monks of Silos. After a picniclunch, drive to San Juan de Ortega for the start of one of the most popular Camino walks,passing by the village of Ages and the beautiful Church of Santa Eulalia to the village ofAtapuerca. Return to Burgos for dinner at leisure.Approximate walking distance: 3.8 miles.B,LFRIDAY, OCTOBER 8: BURGOS / LEÓNDrive this morning to the village of Calzada del Coto to start a beautiful hike alongthis stretch of the Camino to Calzadilla de los Hermanillos. After a tapas buffet lunchat a popular pilgrim restaurant, continue to León. Check in at the Hotel Eurostars. Theafternoon is at leisure before dinner at a local restaurant.Approximate walking distance: 5.4 miles.B,L,DSATURDAY, OCTOBER 9: LEÓNDepart this morning for a tour of León’s important sites. Visit the soaring 13th-centurycathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Basilica of San Isidoro, called the“Sistine Chapel of Romanesque” because of its beautiful frescoes. Lunch is at a famousrestaurant. Afterwards follow the Camino within the walls of León to discover Gaudí’sarchitectural masterpiece, the neo-Gothic palace Casa de Botines. The remainder of theday is at leisure. Approximate walking distance: 1.3 miles.B,LSUNDAY, OCTOBER 10: LEÓN / VILLAFRANCA DEL BIERZOYour morning journey on the Camino leads from León into the glorious open countryside ofthe páramo (treeless grassland). From Oncina de la Valdoncina, walk to Chozas de Abajo.Then, drive to Astorga, whose historic legacy is the result of its location at the crossroadsof several major pilgrim routes. Admire Antoni Gaudí’s Bishop’s Palace before lunch.Continue to the medieval town of Ponferrada and its magnificent 12th-century Templarcastle. Stroll on the Camino as it winds within the medieval section of Ponferrada. Dinnerand overnight are at the Parador of Villafranca del Bierzo.Approximate walking distance: 3.6 miles.B,L,DMONDAY, OCTOBER 11: VILLAFRANCA DEL BIERZO / SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELASee the historic sights of Villafranca del Bierzo before driving to Monte Do Gozo for lunch.The spires of the magnificent Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela will be visible as youjoin other pilgrims walking the last few miles of the Camino into Santiago. Check into the

Hotel Compostela in the heart of the city. Later, an optional excursion is arranged to “theend of the Earth” at Cape Finisterre, once thought to be the westernmost point on theIberian Peninsula. Enjoy the sunset from the Cape with a glass of Cava.Approximate walking distance: 2.9 miles.B,LTUESDAY, OCTOBER 12: SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELAA morning walking tour includes the highlights of this historic town, a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site. Complete the pilgrim experience at noon Mass, where the famousBotafumeiro ritual will be performed specifically for our group. Lunch and the afternoonare at leisure. Gather tonight for our farewell dinner.B,DWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13: SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA / RETURNDepart the hotel early this morning for flights home.BThis itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of Dartmouth Alumni Travel andArrangements Abroad. For complete details, please carefully read the terms and conditionsat EL MAISONNAVE, PAMPLONAHOTEL VILLA DE LAGUARDIA, LAGUARDIAHOTEL NH PALACIO DE LA MERCED, BURGOSHOTEL EUROSTARS, LEÓNPARADOR DE VILLAFRANCA DEL BIERZO, VILLAFRANCA DEL BIERZOHOTEL COMPOSTELA, SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELAHotel Villa de LaguardiaHotel NH Palacio de La MercedPROGRAM RATE 6,799 per person, double rate 7,599 single rateRATE INCLUDESnnEleven nights accommodations as per itineraryMeals as indicated in the itinerary (B Breakfast, L Lunch, D Dinner); bottled water andcoffee/tea with all meals; house wine at welcome and farewell dinnersnAirport/hotel/airport group transfers for all participants on suggested flightsnEnrichment program of lectures and talksnEscorted sightseeing by private motorcoach and entrance fees for included visitsnTaxes, service, and porterage chargesnGratuities to local guides and driversNOT INCLUDED IN RATE International airfare; passport/visa fees; meals not specified; alcoholic beverages otherthan noted in inclusions; personal items and expenses; airport transfers other than for those on suggested flights;trip insurance; any other items note specifically mentioned as included.

Botafumeiro ritualDARTMOUTH ALUMNI TRAVELEL CAMINO DE SANTIAGOnOCTOBER 1–13, 2021RESERVATION FORMTo reserve a place, please contact Arrangements Abroad at phone: 212-514-8921 or 800-221-1944, or fax:212-344-7493; or complete this form with your deposit of 1,000 per person (of which 500 is non-refundablefor administrative fees), payable to Arrangements Abroad. Mail to: Arrangements Abroad, 1040 Avenue of theAmericas, 23rd floor, New York, NY 10018-3721.Name(s) in full as on passport(s). Please print.AddressCityStateZipTelephone (Home)(Business)FaxE-mailACCOMMODATIONSHotel room preferencep One bedp Two bedsp SingleI wish to share a room withFORM OF PAYMENTp Enclosed is my check (payable to Arrangements Abroad)p Debit cardp Credit cardName on debit/credit cardDebit/credit card number3- or 4-digit security codeExpiration dateI/We confirm that I/we have carefully read and agree to the Terms & Conditions of this Program (seewww.arrangementsabroad.com/terms to review or call for a copy). I/We agree to full payment 120 daysprior to departure. Each participant must sign below.Signature (required)DateSignature (required)Front cover: León. Back cover: Puente La Reina,photo by Sandra Ferwerda.DateB 21LNDPNA1001 DATCST 2059789-40

PRSRT STDU.S. POSTAGEPAIDBURLINGTON, VTPERMIT #601Dear National Trust Traveler:From serene Buddhist monuments and bustling markets to futuristiccityscapes and contemporary art, Bangkok, Malaysia, and Singapore offer anabundance of charms and wonderments. Join the National Trust in February2022 aboard the glamorous Eastern & Oriental Express train on an enthrallingjourney down the Malay Peninsula.Over four nights in lively, ancient Bangkok at the Peninsula Hotel, wewill discover a wealth of Thai treasures, from the art and antiquities at theJim Thompson House to the rich collections of lacquer and furniture at SuanPakkad Palace and the sculptures and royal carriages at the National Museum.Just north of Bangkok, the grand towers and temples in the UNESCO-listedruins of Ayutthaya, a royal city founded in the 14th century, will inspire awe,and return to the city on a spectacular Chao Phraya River cruise. Later, at thereligious complex of Wat Phra Kaew, behold Thailand’s most sacred image,the Emerald Buddha.Then, board the luxurious Eastern & Oriental Express for a magicalthree-night journey from Bangkok to Singapore. Savoring the train’sexceptional ambiance, cuisine, and service, we will survey extraordinarytemples, tea plantations, and paddy fields, stepping off for a short cruisebeneath the legendary bridge on the River Kwai and a tour of a delightful19th-century Malay village. Conclude with three nights in Singapore for animmersion into its thriving cultural scene. Highlights there include a MarinaBay cruise aboard a traditional “bumboat” with views of the city’s strikingarchitecture, spanning colonial to modern times, and a curator-led perusal ofthe modern masterpieces in the National Gallery.A Walking Tour in Northern SpainFor those who wish to explore astonishing, UNESCO-listed temples inIndonesia, an optional postlude in Borobudur and picturesque Bali is offered.El Camino de SantiagoI hope you will join us for this fascinating adventureAt the time of publication, the world is beginning toreopen, with enhanced travel practices and guidelines.Please visit www.nationaltrusttours.com and searchfor “------” for real-time information on how we’reworking to keep you safe and healthy.6068 Blunt Alumni CenterHanover, NH 03775-3590Alumni TravelOctober 1–13, 2021MORE JOURNEYS IN 2021Sincerely,Meg Annacone-PoretzDirector,National Trust Tours

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