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Former US Secretary of Defense William J. Perry will be among the distinguished guests who will join you aboard the luxurious Silver Wind to explore the fascinating history and culture of Russia and the Black Sea region. From presentations and lectures with these experts, you’ll learn about a range of issues, from Russia’s ever-evolving relations with the West to the independence movements of potential breakaway republics. The trip begins in Moscow, where you'll meet former leader of the Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev, and includes stops at politically significant sites in Ukraine, Azerbai-jan, Georgia, and Turkey. Intimate discussions, a relaxed environment, and a fascinating itinerary make this a trip you won’t want to miss.

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Various speakers, including:

Condoleezza Rice, Thomas and Barbara Stephenson Senior Fellow on Public Policy at the Hoover Institution and professor of political science at Stanford University, and former Secretary of State of the United States.

William J. Perry, senior fellow at the Hoover Institution and the Michael and Barbara Berberian Professor at Stanford University, and former U.S. Secretary of Defense.

Mikhail Gorbachev, past President of the former Soviet Union, who is best known for his role in ending the Cold War.

  • Duration: 17 days
  • Activity level: Moderately active
  • Cost: From $23,990 per person, based on double occupancy
  • Single occupancy: Price available upon request
  • Deposit: $2,500 per person, payable to High Country Passage
  • Optional extensions: Kiev and Chernobyl, and Istanbul
 
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