Dramatic Brittany - Academic Arrangements Abroad

THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART
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C E LT I C L O R E , N O B L E C H AT E A U X
D ra m a ti c B r i tta n y
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With Olivier Bernier
June 1 to 10, 2015
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THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART
Dear Members and Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art,
Brittany has been French for over six centuries, but the memories of its past as an independent
duchy and the Celtic flavors of its long-ago past survive. From its spectacular landscapes to its
Renaissance monuments; from the 18th-century city center of Rennes to the massive fortress in Nantes,
this proud province is strongly connected to its long history. Because it has such distinctive characteristics,
Brittany has an identity all its own. It was connected late to the railroad system, resisted modernity for
a very long time, and has kept intact its customs and its cuisine—its seafood is justly renowned.
Traveling with us is Met lecturer Olivier Bernier, who was raised in France and is a Chevalier
des Arts et Lettres. Mr. Bernier is pleased to return to some of his favorite holiday places in Brittany on
this in-depth program that will focus on the art and culture of this less-visited area.
Rennes’ city center was redesigned in the 18th century by Jacques Gabriel, the architect of the
Place de la Concorde and the Petit Trianon. In the Musée des Beaux-Arts, the rich collection takes us
from Rubens to Gauguin; we will also visit the pristine Museum of Brittany. Outside the city, we will
stay at the small and charming Château d’Apigné, which is reserved for our group alone.
From Rennes, we will drive to the walled city of St. Malo on the northern coast, and to turn-ofthe-century Dinard, one of France’s most charming sea resorts. Then, on our way to Perros-Guirec, that
spectacular promontory, we will have a private tour of Josselin, a medieval and Renaissance château
which still belongs to the Duc de Rohan, the head of one of France’s oldest aristocratic families.
We will also travel through romantic landscapes to appealing, small cities like Quimper and
Morlaix; look at the specifically Breton calvaires, those Renaissance stone crosses adorned with figures
of the Passion; and stroll in Auray, arguably the most enticing fishing village in the province. Finally,
UNITED KINGDOM
we will indulge in the spectacular
comforts of a renowned five-star
hotel on the sea at La Baule, from
English Channel
which we will visit the old capital
of Nantes.
I hope you will join us on
this journey into the living past.
Paris
Perros-Guirec
Morlaix
Dinard
St Malo
Josselin
Quimper
Auray
Sincerely,
Rennes
FRANCE
La Baule
Atlantic
Ocean
Nantes
T HE M ETROPOLITAN M USEUM
Emily K. Rafferty
President
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Dramatic Brittany
June 1 to 10, 2015
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Old Town, St. Malo
NEW YORK
ST. MALO
Monday, June 1
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DINARD
Thursday, June 4
Depart New York on an overnight flight to Paris.
PARIS
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RENNES, FRANCE
Tuesday, June 2
Arrive in Paris this morning, where we will gather
at noon at the Hôtel Pont Royal for lunch. At Gare
Montparnasse, board the TGV train to Rennes, capital
of Brittany. Transfer to the Château d’Apigné, reserved
exclusively for our group. This evening, welcome remarks
by Olivier Bernier on “Duchy, Kingdom, Republic: The
Story of Brittany” will be followed by dinner in the hotel’s
gastronomic restaurant.
This morning depart for St. Malo with its fortifications
and ancient houses. A special choral performance by
retired sailors will add flavor to our lunch of crepes
and cider. Stroll in the Old Town with its many shops
before continuing to Dinard for a walking tour in this
picturesque 19th-century resort. Return to the Château
d’Apigné for dinner.
RENNES
Wednesday, June 3
After a walk through the 18th-century city center of
Rennes, we will visit the Musée des Beaux-Arts’ extensive
collection. Lunch is at leisure. This afternoon the Museum
of Brittany will enrich our understanding of the specific
culture of this region. Dinner is at the nearby Michelinstarred restaurant La Saison.
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Colorful façades of Rennes
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Dinard villas
JOSSELIN
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PERROS-GUIREC
Friday, June 5
A highlight of the day is our visit to Josselin, the seat
of one of the ancient ducal families of France. Its
architecture consists of feudal towers on the exterior and
graceful Renaissance façades overlooking the courtyard.
A special event will await us there, prior to lunch at the
Prieuré de Clisson. Drive through handsome landscapes
to Perros-Guirec, where we will stay for three nights at
the five-star seaside spa hotel L’Agapa.
MORLAIX
Saturday, June 6
Take the coastal road to Morlaix, known for its medieval
houses, 15th-century cathedral, and 17th-century
fortifications. Lunch is at leisure in this charming small
town. This afternoon admire the calvaires, specifically
Breton sculpture with simple but dramatic stonework, in
the villages of St. Thégonnec and Guimiliau, and stop to
sample a specialty of the region. Dinner is at the hotel.
QUIMPER
Long fashionable for its ceramics, Quimper also has an
unusual Gothic cathedral with a bend in the middle.
Visit the Musée des Beaux-Arts, housing a rich and
varied collection of works stretching from the 16th-20th
centuries, including Gauguin and the Pont Aven School.
Lunch is at a Michelin two-star restaurant, l’Ambroisie.
Return to the hotel for an evening at leisure.
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Photo © Prill
Sunday, June 7
Calvaire, St. Thégonnec
D RAMATIC B RITTANY
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AURAY
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LA BAULE
Monday, June 8
PROGRAM RATE $8,350
(per person, double occupancy)
Depart Perros-Guirec for Auray, one of the most
enchanting fishing villages on the Breton coast, stopping
en route at the sanctuary of Saint Anne. In Auray we
will walk through the Augustine district to admire its
15th-century buildings. Continue to La Baule to spend
two nights at the luxurious spa hotel Hermitage Barrière,
overlooking the sea. Dinner is at the hotel.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT $1,235
NANTES
Breakfast daily, five lunches and five dinners
with wine
Enrichment program of lectures by Olivier Bernier
This morning drive to the former capital of Brittany,
where we will visit the impressive fortified castle of the
Dukes. It was the residence of Anne, the last Duchess,
who married King Charles VIII of France. Return to La
Baule for our farewell lunch at a Belle-Epoque mansion,
the Castel Marie-Louise. The balance of the day is at
leisure to enjoy the amenities of our resort hotel.
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Eight nights hotel accommodations as per
the itinerary
First-class train ticket from Paris to Rennes
Tuesday, June 9
NANTES
RATE INCLUDES
Escorted sightseeing and entrance fees for all
included visits
Airport / hotel group transfers
Taxes, service, and porterage fees for one suitcase
per person
Gratuities to local guides and drivers
International airfare; passport fees;
alcoholic beverages other than wine at lunches and dinners; meals not
specified; transfers for those not on suggested flights; personal items and
expenses; trip insurance; excess baggage charges; any other items not
specifically included.
NOT INCLUDED IN RATE
NEW YORK
Wednesday, June 10
After breakfast, depart for the airport and the flights
home, via Paris. ❖
THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART
Dramatic Brittany
June 1 to 10, 2015
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AIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with
air travel arrangements for this program, including specially negotiated group
airfare when available, suggested group flights, or your own individual requests,
for a processing fee of $40 per person. Complete details will be provided in your
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required with the reservation application. Final payment, by check only, must be
received 120 days prior to departure.
HEALTH All participants must be in good health. This program involves extensive
walking over uneven surfaces and climbing stairs at monuments and other locations
not handicapped accessible, and climbing in and out of various conveyances. Any
condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at
the time of your reservation.
The Eiffel Tower and Jules Verne restaurant
OPTIONAL PARIS PRELUDE
May 30 to June 2, 2015
A short stay in Paris will enable us to visit the Villa
Savoye, Le Corbusier’s masterpiece, as well as the much
enlarged and newly reopened Picasso Museum. A festive
dinner at the Michelin two-star restaurant Jules Verne, on
the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, will add glamor to
our trip. ❖
OPTIONAL PARIS PRELUDE $1,995 per person. $680 single
supplement. Includes two nights at the Hôtel Pont Royal, one dinner,
and sightseeing as noted.
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CST 2059789-40
Photo © Henri Garat
Copyright © 2014 Arrangements Abroad, Inc.
Fountain in the Place de la Concorde
Cover: Breton Brother and Sister by William Bouguereau (1871). Oil on canvas. The Metropolitan
Museum of Art, Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Collection, Bequest of Catharine Lorillard Wolfe, 1887
(87.15.32).