Tours for Members 



North Cape and Spitzbergen 



June 27- July 12 

 $3,550-$6,440 



Sail to the Land of the Midnight Sun, to the North Cape, where the sun 

 shines 24 hours a day, aboard the "ultra deluxe" Vistafjord. This Five-Star 

 ship represents the very epitome of ocean-going elegance: impeccable ser- 

 vice, first-class cuisine, dazzling entertainment, luxurious living, and un- 

 rivaled attention to detail. 



June 28. Embarkation from Hamburg, Germany. Here on the River 

 Elbe is one of Europe's brightest and most exciting cities. Explore the 

 entertainments of the St. Paul district, go sightseeing to City Hall and 

 shopping along the busy Mockebergstrasse, or drive out to the peace and 

 quiet of the picturesque Alster Lakes. 



June 30. Molde, Norway. An unusually warm climate graces this 

 delightful Norwegian town, which lies in the path of the Gulf Stream. Of 

 special note: Romsdal Museum, an open-air compound of carefully 

 assembled wooden houses dating back to the time of the Vikings. Aan- 

 dalsnes, Norway. This small, picturesque village on the banks of the 

 Rauma River lies below the soaring mountains and tumbling waterfalls of 

 the Romsdal Valley. Ascend Stifjell mountain and cross the lofty bridge 

 over Stigfoss Waterfalls. There are superb views down the Isterdal Valley, a 

 fertile land filled with quiet peaceful farms. 



July 3. Magdalena Bay, Spitzbergen. Massive glaciers in Spitzbergen's 

 mountains inch their way down to the sea and Magdalena Bay, providing 

 one of the world's most awesome natural spectacles. Cruising Lillehhok 

 Fjord. Sailing past New Aalesund. 



July 4. Longyearbyen, Spitzbergen. This is Spitzbergen's main settle- 

 ment, located at the head of Advent Bay. It looks out on a coastline of 

 seals, walrus, whales, and thousands of seabirds. Longyearbyen was 

 named by an American engineer who founded it in 1906; the search for 

 coal is still pursued in nearby Barentsburg. 



July 5. Skarsvaag, Norway. Here is the most northerly point in Europe. 

 Up the road and across the tundra from Skarsvaag, you will have a rare 

 and awe-inspiring opportunity — a chance to stand on 1,000 ft. cliffs with 

 nothing but polar ice-pack between you and the Arctic Ocean. In the sum- 

 mer, as you shall see, the sun shines all the time — 24 hours a day. 

 July 6. Hammerfest, Norway. The brightly painted houses of the 

 world's most northerly town contrast greatly with the harsh hills which 

 are its backdrop. The attractive little shops offer a wide array of fine crafts, 

 and the Hammerfest Museum records more than 200 years of the town's 

 rich history. 



Tromso, Norway. Sheltered by the islands along this craggy coastline, 

 Tromso has long been an important fishing port and the largest city along 

 the Arctic Circle. It was from Tromso that the famous explorer Admund- 

 sen staged his great expedition to the North Pole. 



July 7. Narvik, Norway. This shipping port along the ice-blue fjords is 

 surrounded by snow-tipped peaks that rival any in the country. Visit the 

 crystal clear Rombaksfjord, which can be crossed via a magnificent new 

 suspension bridge, then continue on to Bjerkvik and Gratangen, where 

 you'll be surrounded by some of northern Europe's most beautiful 

 wildflowers. 



July 8. Sailing past the Arctic Circle and several seaside towns. 

 July 9. Hellesylt, Norway. An excellent starting point for excursions 

 through a land where mountains soar to dizzying heights and waterfalls 

 spread their lacework across the cliffs. Visit the orchards strung together in 

 a brilliant garland of blossoms. 



Geiranger. Norway. Geiranderfjord is one of the most splendid in all 

 of Norway, enclosed on both sides by precipitous walls of rock. Visit 

 Geiranger's tiny octagonal church, ascend Mt. Diasnibba and take in a 

 magnificent panoramic view of the mountains, lakes and waterfalls. And 

 save time to visit Tystig branch of Europe's most enormous glacier. 

 July 10. Bergen, Norway. This town of seven hills was founded in 1070 

 and is now one of Norway's major seaports. Windows on its past include 

 the 13th-century fortress of Bergenhus, the Rosenkrantz Tower and 

 Edvard Grieg's home at Troldhaugen, while present day Norway is typi- 

 26 fied by the busy fish and flower market. 



July 12. We disembark in Hamburg, Germany. 



Bertram G. Woodland, curator of petrology at Field Museum, will 

 accompany the tour. He received his B.Sc. (honors) at the University of 

 Wales and his Ph.D. at the University of Chicago. He will enrich this lovely 

 cruise with his thorough knowledge of the rock formations and geologic 

 history of the fjords, and discussions on the many interesting excursions. 

 Working as a lecturer/tour leader is not a new experience for Bert, as he 

 has escorted Field Museum groups through England and Wales (his native 

 country). Galena, Illinois and several Grand Canyon rafting expeditions. 



English Homes and Country Tour 



July 1—15 

 $2,725 (double occupancy) 



The "treasure houses" of Britain are best experienced within their 

 architectural context and amidst their natural landscapes. Here we travel 

 the paths of history and culture in the most immediate sense. But unlike 

 most tours that rush you around for a cursory introduction, Field Museum 

 is offering the discriminating traveler an opportunity to get to the heart of 

 the English people and live in the English countryside as they do. The 

 English are a thoroughly hospitable people, making you feel truly wel- 

 come as they take you into their comfortable homes as a guest of special 

 importance. Past travelers have made lasting friendships with their hosts, 

 returning again and again, even reciprocating the welcome as their Eng- 

 lish friends visited here. This view of a remarkable country is rare indeed, 

 and especially relaxing since you stay several days in one home instead of 

 spending your time on a bus. We stay in the southeastern counties where 

 charming thatched villages complement vast cathedrals and living 

 hedgerows set off lush royal gardens. Your hosts and hostesses include 

 baronets, generals, company directors, doctors, members of Parliament, 

 and landowners. Their homes range from mansions to more modest yet 

 extremely comfortable cottages. Accommodations include use of a private 

 bathroom. 



Come and visit this 'tied to the past' yet forward-looking and charm- 

 ing country. Inquire into the customs and foibles of the people as you tour 

 with not only a local guide, but with a scholar from Field Museum, who 

 was born and raised in this remarkable country. Dr. Peter Crane got his 

 Ph.D. in botany at the University of Reading. He is an associate curator in 

 the Department of Geology at Field Museum and was recognized as one of 

 ten "Outstanding Young Citizens" by the Chicago Junior Association of 

 Commerce and Industry in 1985. He is excited about this unusual travel 

 opportunity in his native country and invites you to join him and his 

 countrymen in an exploration of English Homes and Country. 



July 1. Depart Chicago O'Hare for Heathrow. 



July 2. Arrive Heathrow. Met by tour director; board luxury coach for 

 drive to Canterbury. Meet hostesses and drive to their homes to unpack 

 and freshen up before lunch. At leisure for the rest of the day. In the eve- 

 ning dinner with hostesses. 



July 3. Canterbury. A day in and around Canterbury. First a tour of 

 the cathedral personally introduced by a canon from the cathedral staff, 

 followed by a wander in Canterbury before lunch. After lunch further 

 time to wander in Canterbury before visiting the village of Fordwich, 

 which has the oldest town hall in England. Dinner in a private house. 

 July 4. South Kent. Drive south to the Cinque Port of Rye with its 

 steep cobbled streets and period houses, and the world famous Mermaid 

 Pub. A short drive to Bodiam Castle, built in 1386 to defend the Rother 

 Valley from incursions by the French, followed by lunch at the Castle Pub. 

 Another short drive to Great Dixter, a house built about 1450 (not long 

 after Chaucer) and which now has a lovely garden containing a wide 

 variety of unusual and interesting plants. Dinner in a private house. 

 JulyS. Mid-Kent. After breakfast a leisurely drive to Leeds Castle for a 

 private tour of what was described by Lord Conway as the "loveliest castle 

 in the world." On through typical Kent countryside to Sissinghurst Castle, 

 with its well-known and very beautiful garden. After lunch in the Castle 

 restaurant, a short drive to Godinton Park for a private visit to this man- 



