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This 11-day journey into the sublime will reveal the extraordinary fusion of the traditional and contemporary that define Japan today. Ranging from an exploration of the perfection of Japanese crafts to visits to storied temples and gardens to unforgettable encounters with art, architecture, design, and food, the trip will provide an exclusive view of the singular magic of this historic country.

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Introductions to leading artisans in their studios—and to the best resources for Japanese antiques, art, and design.
Private tours of Tokyo’s contemporary architecture, of legendary gardens, teahouses, and temples: a meditation session with a Zen Buddhist monk; an exclusive experience of the traditional tea ceremony
Visit to the international contemporary art pilgrimage sites of Naoshima and Teshima Islands, with a stay at the hotel/museum Benesse House; optional excursion to Hiroshi Sugimoto’s Enoura Observatory.

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Day 3		Arrival Tokyo

Day 4		Tokyo

Day 5		Tokyo
Day 6		Kyoto

Day 7		Kyoto

Day 8		Kyoto
Day 9		Kyoto \| Shigaraki
Day 10		Teshima \| Naoshima

Day 11		Naoshima
Day 12		Takamatsu \| Tokyo
Day 13		Tokyo Departure

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For many people, Tuscany is the very essence of Italy—its gently rolling hills topped by ancient walled cities, the olive trees and vineyards producing some of the country’s finest wines, the powerful flavors of Tuscan culinary specialties made with the freshest locally grown ingredients, and the almost unimaginable magnificence of Renaissance art and architecture. This trip, will offer special access to gardens, vineyards, houses, and collections; visits to Arezzo, Siena, and Florence with a leading art historian; and an immersion in the arts and culture of Italy that will remain fixed in memory.

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Private visits to La Foce, the fabled gardens of the writer Iris Origo; Villa di Geggiano, a Monumento Nazionale that has remained in the same family since the Renaissance; and Castello di Ama, a Chianti Classico wine estate with a world-class collection of contemporary art.
Art tours, including of masterpieces by Piero della Francesca, led by Frank Dabell, an Oxford- and Courtauld Insitute-trained expert on the Italian Renaissance, with a particular interest in the 15th century artist. Dabell is a former Fellow at New York’s Metropolitan Museum.
Tuscan food and wine— tastings at top-rated vineyards and meals at a carefully curated selection of restaurants known for their outstanding local specialties, from panzanella and riboletta to pici pasta and grilled meats.

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Day 1		Cortona
Day 2		Pienza & Montepulciano

Day 3		Arezzo, Monterchi & Sansepolcro

Day 4		Siena & Villa di Geggiano
Day 5		Castello di Ama & Florence

Day 6		Florence

Day 7		Departure

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EXTRA: 2-day optional extension to Petra, Jerusalem

The birthplace of three religions—and a crucible of geopolitics today—Israel dazzles not only with its history but with its modern culture. We’ll explore the country’s top sites, as well as its vibrant art, fashion, food, and tech scenes. The trip can be extended to include a visit to the astonishing ancient monuments of Petra, Jordan.

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Visit galleries and artist studios and meet some of Israel’s leading lights in the contemporary art world.
Discuss Middle Eastern politics with a 20-year veteran of the Israeli intelligence services.
Enjoy a food market tour in Tel Aviv, a wine tasting in the Golan Heights, and a cooking class with a renowned chef in Jerusalem.

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Day 1		Arrival in Tel Aviv
Day 2		Holon & Tel Aviv

Day 3		Jaffa & Tel Aviv

Day 4		Northern Coast

Day 5		The Galilee
Day 6		Golan Heights & Jordan Valley

Day 7		Modern Jerusalem

Day 8		Biblical Jerusalem
Day 9		Judean Desert
Day 10 (Optional)		Departure or Wadi Rum, Jordan
Day 11		Petra
Day 12		Petra & Jerusalem/Departure

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EXTRA: Optional 2-night extension to Evora and Alentejo

Rimming the southwestern coast of Europe between Spain and the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal has long been a destination for lovers of decorative arts, with stunning azulejo-tiled houses and elegant gardens, and enclaves such as Sintra and Cascais known for their luxurious lifestyle. In recent years the country’s lively contemporary art and architecture scene—its outstanding private collections, museums, artists, and galleries—have been luring culturally-minded travelers. And no surprise that with its abundance of fresh seafood and produce grown locally year-round, and its history of importing exotic flavors and spices from abroad, Portugal is also gaining traction as a destination for food lovers.

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Visits to artists’ studios and private residences with outstanding work by leading International artists
Private tours of Serralves, one of Europe’s most renowned foundations for contemporary art, and Lisbon’s exciting new MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology)
A deep immersion in Portuguese food and culture

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Day 1		Arrival in Porto

Day 2		Porto & Lisbon

Day 3		Lisbon
Day 4		Lisbon

Day 5		Lisbon & Cascais

Day 6		Departure
		Evora & Alentejo
Day 7		Alentejo
Day 8		Departure

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There are many ways to “do” India, a country where vivid colors and exotic flavors run wild, where the cacophony of traffic sounds is matched by the quiet of spiritual contemplation, where extremes collide to make the most culturally diverse nation in the world. Ranging from Mumbai in the south to Agra, Rajasthan, and Delhi in the north, from temples and palaces to contemporary art galleries and insider shopping favorites, this expertly curated private journey will provide insider access to singular experiences that reveal the essence of India from its fabled past to its vibrant present.

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A deep immersion in the magic of India from Mumbai to Agra and Rajasthan, from the wonders of Mughal architecture to contemporary art, food, and design.
Custom-designed shopping tours to the most coveted and best resources, including jewelers, craftsmen, shops for textiles and carpets, as well as modern takes on traditional Indian fashions.
Private dinners, cocktail parties, and receptions in palaces, residences, and local haunts.

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Day 1		Mumbai

Day 2		Mumbai

Day 3		Mumbai

Day 4		Udaipur

Day 5		Udaipur

Day 6		Udaipur & Jaipur

Day 7		Jaipur

Day 8		Jaipur
Day 9		Jaipur & Agra
Day 10		Agra & Delhi

Day 11		Delhi
Day 12		Departure

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One of the most interesting cities in the world—densely populated, sprawling, unnerving in its contrasts—the Mexican capital has become a magnet for international travelers. Its attractions are virtually unlimited, from monumental murals by Rivera, Orozco, and Siqueiros to the house where Frida Kahlo and Rivera lived, to the monastic residence of the mid-20th-century architect Luis Barragán, to museums and galleries and artists’ studios—and chefs and restaurants renowned for their modern Mexican cuisine. Located to the southeast and virtually on the other end of the spectrum in terms of cosmopolitanism, Oaxaca’s appeal is rooted in its wide-ranging mix of indigenous peoples and cultures, its crafts and artisans, the excellence of its traditional Mexican cooking—this is the place for exquisite moles, tamales, and enchiladas—and, in recent years, its burgeoning contemporary art scene.

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Visits to artists’ studios and curator-led tours of top museums
Private cocktail reception at Mexico City’s Museo Nacional de Antropologia
Expert-guided shopping for green pottery, woven rugs, and other crafts by Oaxaca’s top artisans
Memorable experiences of the best of Mexican cuisine—and a Mezcal tasting

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Day 1		Arrival in Mexico City

Day 2		Mexico City
Day 3		Mexico City
Day 4		Mexico City

Day 5		Oaxaca
Day 6		Etla Valley & Oaxaca
Day 7		Teotitlan del Valle village & Oaxaca
Day 8		Departure

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EXTRA: 2-day optional extension to Antwerp, Belgium

This small country has been at the very center of innovation and creativity in the arts, architecture, and design for centuries. Our trip will offer a deep immersion in the art of the Golden Age, as well as modern and contemporary art and design, with visits to important museums and collections, designer studios and shops, and some of the top spots in the country’s ever-more interesting food scene. In Antwerp, those who choose to come along will have another centuries-spanning experience, from Rubens to Axel Vervoordt to the city’s cutting-edge fashion and food scene.

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A richly detailed and entirely memorable exploration of Dutch art and design from the Golden Age through modern and contemporary times
Studio visits to an internationally acclaimed photographer and some of Amsterdam’s top designers
Dinner at a private canal house hosted by and with some of the city’s most interesting people from the arts and culture worlds

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Day 1		Amsterdam

Day 2		Amsterdam

Day 3		The Hague & Amsterdam
Day 4		Utrecht & the Vecht River

Day 5		Amsterdam
Day 6 (Optional)		Departure or Antwerp
Day 7		Antwerp Extra
Day 8		Departure

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