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Ancient History Teacher Professional Development Tour:
Ancient Greece and Rome
With extensions to Egypt and the Bay of Naples
January 2017
Accredited PD hours
for NSW teachers
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Professional development tour for history teachers
Overview
Academy Travel is delighted to present an outstanding
professional development opportunity for current History
teachers, student teachers and those with a keen interest in
Ancient History. This 11-day program is designed to cover key
syllabus areas from the current HSC Ancient History syllabus.
The itinerary begins in Athens, with guided visits to the city’s
top museums and ancient sites, including a walk along the
Panathenaic Way. The group will then journey to the
Peloponnese to investigate the history of Sparta and
Mycenae. After flying to Rome, our experts will guide the
group through the sites of Classical Rome, Campus Martius
and Ostia Antica.
We are also offering a pre-tour option to Egypt (subject to
local conditions) and an extension to the Bay of Naples.
Above: Our 2015 Ancient History Teacher PD tour at the
Capitoline Museum courtyard in Rome.
This carefully planned program will be escorted by an
experienced tour manager and include a series of guided
tours, on site visits with experts and workshops, alongside
time for sightseeing, shopping and soaking up the local
cultures.
Below: The ancient Greek theatre of Epidaurus.
Tax deductibility
In most cases, this tour will be fully tax deductible for full or
part time History teachers. Please speak to your tax agent for
professional advice. Some teachers may be able to have all or
part of the tour fee subsidized by their school’s professional
development program (letter of support available on request).
Professional development
Below: The Forum of Pompeii – included on our optional
Cities of Vesuvius extension.
Academy Travel is endorsed to provide QTC
Registered Professional Development for
teachers accredited at Proficient Teacher level.
Completing this study tour program will contribute 38 hours
of QTC Registered PD addressing 2.1.2, 6.2.2, 6.3.2 from the
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards
maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.
Each extension option provides an additional 16 hours.
About Academy Travel
Academy Travel is one of Australia’s most experienced and
respected providers of educational travel. Since 2005, we have
provided study tours for Australian high schools, universities,
teacher professional development and private groups. We are
also one of the only tour companies accredited by BOSTES to
provide overseas study tours for teachers.
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Tour information
Dates
11-day itinerary (land only), 6th-16th January 2017
Tour price
$3,590.00 per person, land only, twin-share.
The supplement for a single room is $650.00 per person.
A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required to
secure your booking.
Inclusions
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All hotel accommodation (usually 3-star) in twin-share
rooms with ensuite facilities (single supplement available)
All breakfasts and 5 dinners
One way economy flight Athens-Rome with a local airline
All land transportation by private coach and public
transport
All entrance fees as per itinerary
Local guides, lectures and workshops as per itinerary
Services of a tour manager
Academy Travel document wallet and luggage tag
Above: Some of the artworks contained within Athen’s
National Archaeological Museum.
Below: Rome’s Piazza Navona is built on the site of the
Stadium of Domitian.
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Return international airfares to Europe
Airport transfers at start and conclusion of tour
Any required visas for non-Australian passport holders
Travel insurance
Meals and activities not stated in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Cost of obtaining/renewing passport
Single room supplement
The optional extensions to Egypt and/or the Bay of Naples
5-day Egypt pre-tour option 1st-6th January $1,560.00 per
person twin share (single supplement available $300).
Below: Hatsheput Temple in Luxor – included on our optional
Egypt extension tour.
Includes airport transfers, accommodation, all breakfasts, all
dinners, land transportation, entrances to sites, local Englishspeaking tour manager, flights Luxor-Cairo and Cairo-Athens,
travel visa.
5-day Bay of Naples extension 16th-20th January $1,680.00
per person twin-share (single supplement available $300).
Includes accommodation, all breakfasts, 2 dinners, land
transportation, entrances to sites, tour manager and transfer
to Rome airport at conclusion of tour.
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Tour information
Academy Travel is a fully licensed travel agent. We can also
assist with any additional travel arrangements, such as flights,
insurance, transfers and hotels.
Airfares
Academy Travel is able to arrange flights on your behalf.
Please indicate on your booking form if you would like us to
provide you with a quote. You should budget between $2,200
and $2,600 for return economy flights.
Above: Climb Mount Vesuvius for views into the crater and
across the beautiful Bay of Naples.
The main tour program begins in Athens at 5pm on Friday 6th
January. If you are arranging your own individual flights, you
will need to ensure your flight arrives in Athens by at least
2pm on that day. The tour program ends after breakfast on
Monday 16th January. Dates differ for the extensions.
We can also provide a quote for airport transfers in Athens
and Rome on request and pre or post tour hotel
accommodation.
Travel insurance
Above: Ancient artwork from the Armarna period.
Below: The cyclopean walls at Tiryns were so named for the
sheer size of the boulders used to create them.
Academy Travel requires that all participants have
comprehensive travel insurance. We can arrange a policy with
Suresave for $145.00 per person (for persons aged up to 49
years). Please indicate on your booking form if you are
interested in this policy and we will provide you with the
Product Disclosure Statement. Please note that additional
premiums may apply due to age, pre-existing medical
conditions and/or additional travel.
Accompanying partners / Non-teachers
We welcome partners of teachers to accompany them on
tour, and we do understand that not all activities may be of
interest to non-teachers. Alternative activities for
accompanying partners can be suggested by the tour manager
(please note there are no refunds/discounts for unused
portions of the tour). Non-teachers with a strong interest in
the subject matter are also welcome.
Passports and visas
Your passport must be valid until late July 2017 or need
renewal prior to travel. We require a photocopy of the photo
page of your passport at least 8 weeks prior to departure.
Australian passport holders do not require a visa to travel to
Europe. Non-Australian passport holders will be advised of
their visa requirements after confirmation of booking,
however, it remains the responsibility of the individual
traveler to ensure this process is completed.
For those opting for travel to Egypt, the cost of your travel visa
is included in the package price.
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Syllabus links – HSC course
Syllabus content – Greece
Preliminary course
Part I – Introduction
Case study: Homer and the Trojan War
Part II – Studies of Ancient Societies, Sites and Sources
Greek society in the Archaic Period
HSC Course
Part II – Ancient Societies
Greece: The Bronze Age – Mycenaean society
Greece: Spartan society to the Battle of Leuctra
Greece: Athenian society in the time of Pericles
Part III – Personalities in Their Times
Greece: Pericles
Greece: Alexander the Great
Part IV – Historical Periods
Greece: The development of the Greek world
Greece: The Greek world 500-440BC
Greece: The Greek world 446-399BC
Greece: Fourth-century Greece to the death of
Phillip of Macedon
Syllabus content – Rome
Preliminary course
Part II – Studies of Ancient Societies, Sites and Sources
The City of Rome in the late Republic
HSC course
Part III – Personalities in Their Times
Rome: Tiberius Gracchus
Rome: Julius Caesar
Rome: Agrippina the Younger
Part IV – Historical Periods
Rome: The fall of the Republic 78-31 BC
Rome: The Augustan Age 44 BC – AD 14
Rome: The Julio- Claudians and the Roman Empire
Rome: The Roman Empire AD 69 - 235
Syllabus content – Egypt option
HSC course
Part II – Ancient Societies
Egypt: Society in Old Kingdom Egypt
Egypt: Society in New Kingdom Egypt
Part III – Personalities in Their Times
Egypt: Hatshepsut
Egypt: Akhenaten
Egypt: Ramesses II
Part IV – Historical Periods
Egypt: From Unification to the First Intermediate Period
Egypt: New Kingdom Egypt
Syllabus content – Bay of Naples extension
HSC course
Part I – Core study: Cities of Vesuvius
1. Geographical context
2. The nature of sources and evidence
3. Investigating, reconstructing and preserving the past
Tour content
Background lectures by the Australian Archaeological
Institute at Athens
Guided walking tour of the Panathenaic Way
Site visit in Athens to the Acropolis
Guided visit of the New Acropolis Museum
Guided visit of the National Archaeological Museum
Guided visits in Sparta to the ancient ruins and the
Archaeological Museum
Guided visits to the ancient sites of Mycenae and Tiryns,
and the Archaeological Museum
Tour content
Background lecture by Dr Kathryn Welch
Background lecture by Agnes Crawford
Guided visit of the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
Guided visit of the Capitoline Museum
Guided walking tour of the Campus Martius
Guided visit to the Ara Pacis
Guided visit of the site of Ostia Antica
Tour content
Guided visit to the National Archaeological Museum, Cairo
Guided visit the ancient sites of Giza, including the Pyramids
and the Sphinx
Guided visits to the sites of Ancient Armarna
Guided visits to the Temples of Karnark and Luxor
Tour content
Background lectures by Dr Estelle Lazer
Background lecture by the Herculaneum Conservation
Project
Guided visit of the National Archaeological Museum, Naples
Guided visit of the site of Herculaneum
Guided visits of Vesuvian villas in Oplontis and Stabia
Mount Vesuvius walk to provide geographical context
Guided visit of the site of Pompeii
“A wonderful tour in every aspect – with the attention to customer needs and providing a brilliant educational
and cultural experience that I have come to know as the hallmark of Academy Travel.” – 2014 PD Tour
Participant
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Tour itinerary
Please note this itinerary is subject to change dependent on
local conditions, weather, opening hours, availability of
experts, availability of access, etc. Included meals are
indicated: breakfast (B) and dinner (D).
Pre-tour Egypt option
Will be offered from January 1st-6th prior to the
commencement of the main program below. Further details
available on the following pages.
Day 1: Friday, 6th January – Arrive Athens
Above: The Plaka is the pedestrianised dining and shopping
district located under the Acropolis.
Arrive Athens and make your own way to the hotel. Meet your
tour manager and group in the hotel lobby at 4pm for a
welcome drink and an orientation walk of the area. Dinner will
be included at a local restaurant. Overnight Athens (D)
Hotel: Hotel Acropolis Select
Day 2: Saturday, 7th January – Panathenaic Way
This morning, we meet with the Australian Archaeological
Institute at Athens (AAIA) for a lecture on the development of
the Greek World 500-800BC.
Above: Fragments of the Parthenon frieze, depicting the
Great Panathenaia procession, are displayed in the New
Acropolis Museum.
Below: The man-made marvel of the Corinth Canal.
We will then embark on a guided walk along the Panathenaic
Way, named after the procession that took place as part of
the festival of the Panathenaia. The one kilometre walk winds
its way from the city gate of Dipylon, through the Agora to the
Acropolis. The Parthenon and the Erechtheion are the
centrepieces of the ancient buildings on the Acropolis,
encapsulating both the beauty and achievements of ancient
Greece.
We complete our day with a visit to the New Acropolis
Museum where artifacts spanning thousands of years are
displayed. Overnight Athens (B)
Day 3: Sunday, 8th January – Archaeological Museum
Today we visit the National Archaeological Museum of Greece
with its incomparable collection of Mycenaean and Classical
period art and artifacts. We will also spend more time with the
AAIA to hear about their latest ongoing work.
The afternoon and evening are at leisure to relax or spend
more time immersed in the ancient monuments and culture of
Athens. Overnight Athens (B)
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Tour itinerary
Day 4: Monday, 9th January – To Sparta
Departing Athens, we cross onto the Peloponnese Peninsula
via a brief stop at the Corinth Canal. On arrival in Sparta, we
will tour the local Archaeological Museum which houses finds
from the Mycenean to the Roman period.
This evening, we enjoy dinner as a group in a local restaurant.
Overnight Sparta (B, D)
Hotel: Lakonia Hotel
Day 5: Tuesday, 10th January – To Mycenae
This morning, we visit what remains of the once mighty
ancient city of Sparta. Apart from some very low key ruins
there is not much to remind us of the ancient political and
military power of this city. The beautiful setting, framed by
Mount Taygetus, is a fitting place to think about the role of
this city in ancient Greek events.
Above: The last remnants of the once mighty Spartan
civilisation.
Our private coach then travels onto the ancient site of
Mycenae: the seat of Agamemnon and the leader of the Greek
coalition at Troy. Walk through the famous Lion Gate, see the
Shaft Graves of Circle A and climb through the site to the
crowning Megaron Palace where the Mycenaean king would
have held sway over large areas. While much ruined, and
almost blending back into the rocky hills, the remains of this
ancient powerhouse are in a spectacular location and ringed
by well preserved Cyclopean walls.
We will also visit the adjacent Archaeological Museum to view
a variety of objects unearthed in the vicinity, providing a
context to the excavations of the site.
We continue to the lovely seaside town of Nafplio for an
included dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight Nafplio (B, D)
Hotel: Rex Hotel
Day 6: Wednesday, 11th January – Tiryns and
Epidaurus
Above: The famous Lion Gate, the main entrance to the
Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae.
Below: Nafplio has a stunning location on the Argolic Gulf.
The morning will be spent at the small Mycenaean site of
Tiryns. Made famous by Homer for their strength, the walls of
Tiryns still impress as does the entrance ramp and gate house.
Visit the impressive site of Epidaurus, the location of a famous
healing centre and the well-preserved 4th Century BC theatre,
still in use today for performances.
Returning to Nafplio, the afternoon and evening is at your
leisure. Overnight Nafplio (B)
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Tour itinerary
Day 7: Thursday, 12th January – To Rome
Private coach transfer to Athens Airport and fly to Rome. On
arrival, we will check in to the hotel and our tour manager will
escort the group on an orientation walk before we enjoy a
group dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight Rome (B, D)
Hotel: Casa I Cappuccini
Day 8: Friday, 13th January – Classical Rome
Above: View of the Roman Forum from the Palatine Hill.
Below: The Pantheon is the best preserved ancient structure
in Rome today after being consecrated as a church in AD609.
A lecture on the transformation of Rome under Caesar and
Octavian provides the context for a detailed visit of the public
spaces of Classical Rome. The group will then embark on an
exploration of the ruins of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
to focus on the theme of Rome in the Julio-Claudian and early
Imperial periods. After visiting the Colosseum, we will then
view the artworks housed inside the Capitoline Museums.
Overnight Rome (B)
Day 9: Saturday, 14th January – Campus Martius
This morning we begin with a background lecture on the fall of
the Republic and the rise of Imperial Rome. Our expert guide
will then lead the group on a walk through the area known as
the Campus Martius (Field of Mars), the area that grew to
significance under Augustus. The modern day district
encompasses the city’s most important sites, including Piazza
Navona and the Pantheon.
The walk will end near the Mausoleum of Augustus, which is
currently under restoration and due to be reopened to the
public 2016. We will visit Augustus’ reconstructed Ara Pacis
(Altar of Peace), located in a purpose built museum situated
adjacent to his Mausoleum. Overnight Rome (B)
Day 10: Sunday, 15th January – Ostia Antica
Below: The well preserved amphitheatre in Ostia Antica is
believed to have been able to hold up to 3,000 spectators.
Today we travel to the former Roman port of Ostia Antica,
which at its height in the 2nd Century AD was a flourishing
commercial centre. The site contains a forum, bath
complexes, a palestra, temples, and a well preserved
amphitheatre. There is also a small museum displaying statues
and sarcophagi excavated at the site.
This afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the Eternal City before the
group meets up for a farewell dinner in a local restaurant.
Overnight Rome (B, D)
Day 11: Monday, 16th January – Depart Rome
The tour will conclude after breakfast. (B)
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Pre-tour Egypt option
We plan to offer this extension prior to the main itinerary
program. The local conditions and Department of Foreign
Affairs and Trade (DFAT) travel advisory will be monitored
before we confirm that this option will be proceeding.
This itinerary will be managed by our local ground operator in
Egypt and a local English-speaking tour manager will be
provided to escort the group from arrival to departure.
Day 1: Sunday, 1st January – Arrive Cairo
After arriving in Cairo, a private airport transfer will be
provided to the hotel. Meet your tour manager and fellow
travelers in the hotel before visiting the National
Archaeological Museum. Dinner in the hotel will be provided.
Overnight Cairo (D)
Above: The Armarna room at the National Archeological
Museum of Cairo.
Below: The breathtaking Great Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza.
Hotel: Oasis Hotel
Day 2: Monday, 2nd January – The Great Pyramids
This morning we head to the archaeological site at Giza. We
explore the whole plateau including the Pyramids, the
mortuary temple of Menkaure and the majestic Sphinx at
Giza. We also visit ‘the panorama’ which offers a sweeping
view of the pyramids.
The group will then continue to the town of Minya. Dinner will
be provided in the hotel restaurant. Overnight Minya (B, D)
Hotel: Horus Hotel
Below: The remains of the ancient city of Hermopolis.
Day 3: Tuesday, 3rd January – Ancient Armarna
We rise early for a full day at Amarna and related sites. We
first visit the ancient city of Hermopolis, whose name derives
from the ancient Greeks and their associated god Hermes.
From here we visit the boundary stele of Akhenaten and
Nefertiti at Tuna Al-Gebel then cross the Nile by ferry to the
tombs and remains of Akhetaten at Amarna. With the wide
variety of monuments, tombs and sites visited during the day
we will gain a deeper insight into temple rituals and the daily
life of a priest or priestess in ancient Egypt. Dinner is at our
hotel in Minya. (B, D)
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Pre-tour Egypt option
Day 4: Wednesday, 4th January – To Luxor
Today we drive to Luxor via to the Temple of Seti at Abydos
and the Temple of Hathor at Dendera. Dendera was the chief
place for the worship of Hathor, who is seen as the patroness
of earthly love, the goddess of healing, and the great feminine
source of all nourishment. Late this afternoon we check in to
our Luxor hotel where a dinner will be provided. Overnight
Luxor (B, D)
Hotel: Mercure Luxor Karnak
Above: Karnak's Great Hypostyle Hall, built more than 3,000
years ago
Below: Statue of Ramses II with his daughter at the Temple of
Karnark.
Day 5: Thursday, 5th January – Temples of Karnak and
Luxor
This morning we explore the massive ruins of Karnak on the
East Bank — much of which was built by Amenhotep III,
Nefertiti’s father in law. The complex of temples is dedicated
to the Theben triad of Amon, Mut and Khonsu. We also visit
the temple of Luxor. The afternoon is free. Overnight Luxor.
(B, D)
Day 6: Friday. 6th January – Depart Cairo
The tour will conclude after breakfast, when an airport
transfer will be provided for your departing flight to Cairo and
on to Athens (included in the extension cost).
Professional development hours
Completing this study tour program will contribute
16 hours of QTC Registered PD addressing 2.1.2, 6.2.2, 6.3.2
from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.
Egypt general information
Below: Luxor is located on the site of the ancient city of
Thebes on the banks of the Nile River.
DFAT Travel Advisory
As at December 2015, the DFAT advisory for Egypt is
“Reconsider your need to travel.” Should the warning change
to “Do not travel”, this tour will not proceed. If it remains at
its current level, we will also consider whether it is safe to
proceed. You can check the current DFAT advice on the Smart
Traveller website (www.smarttraveller.gov.au).
Visa
Australian passport holders require a valid visa for travel to
Egypt which is included in the tour cost. Details on how to
obtain your visa will be provided upon confirmation of the
extension.
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Bay of Naples extension
This optional extension will follow the main program and will
be accompanied by your Academy Travel tour manager and
academic expert Dr Estelle Lazer.
Day 11: Monday, 16th January – To the Bay of Naples
After breakfast at our hotel in Rome, a private coach will
transfer the group to Naples. We will have a detailed two hour
visit of the National Archaeological Museum, housing the
treasures from the excavated Vesuvian sites. On arrival in
Sorrento, take an orientation walk with your tour manager
before dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight Sorrento (B, D)
Hotel: Grand Hotel La Favorita
Day 12: Tuesday, 17th January – Herculaneum
Today we spend the day with experts from the Herculaneum
Conservation Project. We will tour the site, hear about their
latest work and meet their experts. Overnight Sorrento (B)
Above: Our 2015 PD Tour in Pompeii’s Forum with Dr Estelle
Lazer.
Below: A close-up look at the casts of the bones in the
Herculaneum boat chambers with Sarah Court of the
Herculaneum Conservation Project.
Day 13: Wednesday, 18th January – Vesuvius and Villas
We start the morning with a drive to the top of Mount Vesuvius
where, weather permitting, we will walk to the summit for the
best perspective on the topography of the area.
The afternoon will be spent visiting the Imperial villas of the
area, including Oplontis and Stabia. Overnight Sorrento (B)
Day 14: Thursday, 19th January – Pompeii
A full day on site at Pompeii, exploring the public and private
spaces, evidence of the eruption, the display of human
remains, and current preservation techniques. Dr Lazer will
share her most recent work with cast restoration and scanning.
Farewell dinner in local restaurant. Overnight Sorrento (B, D)
Below: At the Villa Adriana in Stabia, see the pick marks left
in the walls by the early Bourdon excavators who destroyed
anything they didn’t deem of enough value to remove.
Day 15: Friday, 20th January – To Rome / Departure
After breakfast, a private coach will transfer the group to Rome
Fiumicino Airport. For those not flying out immediately, you
can make your way into the city centre on train.
Professional development hours
Completing this study tour program will contribute
16 hours of QTC Registered PD addressing 2.1.2, 6.2.2, 6.3.2
from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.
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Academic expertise
Athens: The Australian Archaeological Institute at Athens
The Australian Archaeological Institute at Athens was
established in 1980 and is similar to other cultural institutions
in Athens maintained by major countries to promote
archaeology and Hellenic Studies.
Rome: Dr Kathryn Welch
Kathryn is a senior lecturer in Roman History in the
Department of Classics and Ancient History at the University
of Sydney. She has written extensively on the Roman Republic,
civil war and early Imperial Rome and on Roman topographical
subjects.
Rome: Agnes Crawford
Agnes has lived in Rome since 2000 and has a Masters Degree
from Edinburgh University. She has expert knowledge of
ancient, medieval and Renaissance Rome. Agnes provides
background talks and on site guiding in Rome.
Academy Travel
has strong links
with academic
experts and
institutions in
order to provide
the highest quality
and most current
information on
our PD programs.
Bay of Naples: Dr Estelle Lazer
Estelle is an archaeologist whose research has been on the
skeletal remains found at Pompeii. Estelle worked on site at
Pompeii for seven seasons and has an international
reputation. She has completed a major book and many
scholarly articles on Pompeii.
Bay of Naples: Sarah Court
Sarah Court is the Communications Officer for the
Herculaneum Conservation Project. She directly contributed
to the creation of the Herculaneum Centre, which promotes
integrated and inclusive approaches to conservation and
enhancement of cultural heritage. Sarah has a BA (Hons) in
Archaeology and an MA in Roman Archaeology.
Bay of Naples: Christian Biggi
Christian Biggi is an experienced archaeologist who was the
Manager of the Herculaneum Centre 2007-2014. Following a
Masters degree in Professional Archaeology from Oxford
University, he has specialised in cultural heritage management
and professional experience in a variety of countries.
Please note: as our academic experts are currently employed
in their specialised fields, we are unable to confirm their
availability until closer to departure.
“The academic
experts were
superb – they all
made every effort
to gauge the
needs of the
group. Their
knowledge and
information
provided was
extensive. Each of
them willingly
engaged in
conversation and
questions, and
were prepared to
add interesting
details and
insights.”
- 2014 program
participant
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Practical information
Hotels
Hotels may be subject to change (to another hotel of
equivalent standard). Any changes will be communicated to all
clients booked on the tour.
All the hotels selected by Academy Travel offer good facilities,
secure locations and free wi-fi (however some may only offer
access in the public areas of the building). All rooms are twinshare with private bathrooms. Single rooms may also be
available on request for an additional supplement.
Above: The lobby of the Hotel Acropolis Select, Athens.
Below: Casa Per Ferie I Cappuccini, Rome.
The hotels will generally be of a 3-4 star quality in central
locations, with access to public transport, restaurants and
important sites.
Included meals
Breakfast is included each day and is usually a continental
buffet provided within the hotel.
Included dinners are usually a set 3-course group menu at a
local restaurant with a soft drink/beer/wine included. Please
advise us of any special dietary requirements on your booking
form so we can best accommodate them.
Required physical fitness
A moderate level of physical fitness will be required in order
to participate in the tour and enjoy everything that the
itinerary has to offer. Specifically you should be able to do the
following:
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Above and below: Take the opportunity to sample the
delicious local cuisine, including gyros in Greece and pizza in
Italy.
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Keep up with the group at all times
Walk unassisted for up to three to four hours with only
short breaks
Walk up and down slopes
Negotiate steps and slopes on archaeological sites, which
are often uneven and unstable
Get on and off coaches/public transport unassisted
Move around airports with luggage unassisted (porterage
not included)
If you are concerned about your ability to meet the
requirements of the trip we urge you to contact us for further
information and to consult your medical practitioner for an
honest assessment. The tour leaders may instruct you to take
time out of the tour program if they consider that you will
slow the group down or are at risk of injury or illness.
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Practical information
Weather on tour
We are travelling in winter. Expect mild weather
throughout the trip, with a chance of rain. Daytime
maximum temperatures will average 5-15 degrees.
A suggested packing list will be provided in your travel
documents prior to departure.
Bookings
To secure your place on the tour, please complete the
following booking form and forward all relevant
documents to Academy Travel.
Above: The Treasury of Atreus in Mycenae.
Below: Detail of a senatorial procession on the Ara Pacis.
We require a copy of the photo page of your passport,
even if it will require renewal before the tour.
We will also require a $500.00 per person deposit, which is
non-refundable. We will then send to you a welcome pack
with further details on the tour. Final payment is due 70
days prior to departure.
If you would like us to assist with further travel
arrangements, please indicate this on the form, or contact
us directly to discuss your requirements.
If you would like to be accredited for the PD hours through
BOSTES, you will need to provide to us your BOSTES
number. This will be automatically accredited to you at the
conclusion of the tour.
Enquiries
For further information, please contact Academy Travel on
9235 0134 or 1800 639 699 (outside Sydney) or email
[email protected].
Above: The Panathenaic Way leads up to the Acropolis.
Below: The main street of the Roman port of Ostia.
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BOOKING FORM: HISTORY TEACHERS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TOUR January 2017
Title
Full Name (as per passport)
Preferred first name
Date of birth
Postal address
State
Postcode
Email
Home number
Mobile number
School
Passport number
Expiry date
PROOF OF IDENTITY: Please provide a photocopy of the photo page of your passport to be returned with this form.
Next of kin emergency contact – Full name
Contact number
Relationship
BOSTES number
HTA membership no. (individual/school)
How did you find out about this tour?
ROOMING PREFERENCE: Please indicate your preferred rooming preference below.
 I am happy to be shared a room with another teacher (of the same sex)
 I wish to share with someone I already know (name):
 I would like to pay a single supplement of $650.00 for my own room (plus $300 for each optional extension)
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please indicate below if you have any special dietary requests that need to be catered for
during the trip. Appropriate meals will be requested for you based on this information.
 I DO NOT have any specific dietary requirements OR allergies
 I HAVE specific requirements which require a separate meal to be prepared for me (tick appropriate box)
□ Lacto-ovo vegetarian
□ Vegan
□ Gluten free □ Dairy free □ No seafood
□ Nut allergy
□ Other please specify:
MEDICAL CONDITIONS: Please indicate below if you have any serious health issue that may affect your travel
insurance coverage, or may need to be considered by the tour manager during the tour.
 I have NO specific medical condition
 I HAVE a specific medical condition and have given details below
OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS: Please indicate if you are interested in joining either or both extensions.
 Egypt – please note this tour will only proceed if local conditions are considered safe to do so
 Bay of Naples
TRAVEL INFORMATION: If you would like us to assist with your travel arrangements, please tick the relevant boxes
below and we will be in touch with a quote as requested.
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International flights to meet the group
Comprehensive travel insurance with Suresave
Airport transfer on arrival/departure
Pre/post hotel accommodation
Details:
Preferred method of contact:
 Phone
 Email
YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF BOOKING CONDITIONS
DEPOSITS: A deposit of $500 per person is required to confirm your booking on a tour. Final payment of the tour fee,
insurance and any additional travel will be due 60 days before departure.
CANCELLATION FEES: If you decide to cancel your booking the following charges apply.
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More than 60 days before departure:
60-45 days before tour start:
44-15 days before tour start:
14 days or less before departure:
$500.00
25% of total amount due
75% of total amount due
100% of total amount due
UNUSED PORTIONS OF THE TOUR: We regret that refunds will not be given for any unused portions of the tour,
such as meals, entry fees, accommodation, flights or transfers.
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Academy Travel requires all participants to obtain comprehensive travel insurance prior to
commencing the tour. We can arrange this on your behalf, please contact us for a quote.
PASSPORT AND VISA: A valid passport is required for all international travel. If you do not hold an Australian
passport you may require a re-entry permit. We will advise you of all passport and visa requirements, but it is your
responsibility to ensure that you meet passport and visa requirements before you depart.
WILL THE TOUR PRICE CHANGE? If the number of participants in a tour is significantly less than budgeted, or if there
is a significant change in exchange rates Academy Travel reserves the right to amend the advertised price. If this
occurs you will be given the option of canceling your booking and obtaining a full refund. If an Academy Travel tour is
forced to cancel you will get a full refund of all monies paid.
WILL THE ITINERARY OR AIRLINE CHANGE? Occasionally circumstances beyond the control of Academy Travel make
it necessary to change airline, hotel or to make slight amendments to daily itineraries. We will inform you of any
changes as soon as they occur.
FINAL PAYMENT: Full and final payment for the tour, airfare travel, insurance and any additional travel you book is
due 60 days before departure. Payment may be made by bank deposit, cheque, cash or credit card. Please note
there is a surcharge for payments made by credit card. Academy Travel reserves the right to decline the booking or
terminate the holiday of any traveller.
 I accept the conditions on this booking form
 I have read the information about the physical requirements of the tour in the detailed itinerary and confirm
that I/we are able to meet these requirements.
Signature
Date
DEPOSIT PAYMENT
Please indicate which method you have chosen to pay your $500 non-refundable deposit:
 Paid directly by cheque (payable to Academy Travel)
 Paid to Academy Travel directly by credit card (Please complete details below)
Credit card details for deposit
□ MasterCard □ Visa Name on card:
Card Number:
Expiry date
Security code: (last 3 digits on the rear of the card in the signature box)
Signature:
CONFIRMING YOUR BOOKING
Please send:
 Completed booking form
 Copy of passport photo page
Amount
Date:
Via mail: Academy Travel, GPO Box 5057, Sydney, NSW 2001
Via email: [email protected]
Via fax: (02) 9235 0123