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L I V E LI FE TO DISCOVER PASSPORT 2021
TRAVEL THE WORLD WITH FELLOW WILDCATS • Quality and Experience // For 47 years, the Alumni Association has organized and led top-quality educational travel experiences for our alumni and friends. • Great Companions // Make new friends, rekindle old connections and experience the camaraderie of like-minded fellow travelers from all over the world. • Excellent Value // Our top-notch tour providers handle all the arrangements — high-quality accommodations, fine foods, safety, security and comfort.
• Engaging Experts and Outstanding Study Leaders // Gain knowledge from of a mix of world-renowned tour directors, local guides, and, when possible, faculty and hosts from the university community. • Terrific Variety and Thoughtfully Planned Itineraries // We offer more than 40 trips each year with enlightening, informative and unique access to people, places and cultures in countries that span the continents. • Stimulating Experiences // Experience lifelong learning and connect to the history and culture of your destinations.
OUR TRAVEL COLLECTION
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AFRICA
19 Kenya Sarfari: The Big 5 .......................................................................................... Aug. 21-31
20 ACA: Morocco — Land of Enchantment ................................................................... Aug. 27-Sept. 5
22 Journey to Southern Africa .................................................................................. Sept. 12-27
29 Legends of the Nile .............................................................................................. Nov. 23-Dec. 4
THE AMERICAS
9 Myths, Mayans & Marinas — Miami to Miami.............................................................. Feb. 16-26
11 Springtime Coasts of the South ................................................................................ April 14-25
11 Kentucky Derby ........................................................................................................ April 28-May 2
11 Toronto to Vancouver by Rail ................................................................................ May 4-10
12 Southern Grandeur — Memphis to New Orleans ..................................................... May 8-16
17 Radiant Alaska ......................................................................................................... July 19-29
19 Canadian Rockies Explorer ...................................................................................... Aug. 18-28
19 The Galapagos Islands — Northern Islands ............................................................. Aug. 21-28
20 Alaskan Heritage and Wildlife ................................................................................. Aug. 29-Sept. 5
21 Northern Lights and the Wildlife of Northern Manitoba............................................ Sept. 11-16
23 Cape Cod and the Islands ....................................................................................... Sept. 18-24
23 The Canadian Maritimes ......................................................................................... Sept. 19-30
23 Cruising the Great Lakes ......................................................................................... Sept. 30-Oct. 7
24 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta ............................................................... Oct. 1-4
24 Fall Voyage on Mark Twain's Mississippi — St. Louis to Red Wing .......................... Oct. 2-10
25 Yosemite, Death Valley and the Great Parks of California ....................................... Oct. 10-17
27 Polar Bears of Churchill ........................................................................................... Nov. 2-7
28 Journey to Brazil ..................................................................................................... Nov. 5-18
29 Cuba and Its People — Featuring Havana and Trinidad .......................................... Nov. 10-17
ANTARCTICA
8 Antarctica Discovery .................................................................................................. Jan. 13-24, 2022
ASIA
10 Japan in Bloom — Tokyo to Tokyo ........................................................................... April 10-21
18 Trans-Siberian Railway ......................................................................................... Aug. 3-16
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AUSTRALIA
8 Tales of the Tasman — Auckland to Sydney .............................................................. Jan. 17-Feb. 2
25 Exploring Australia and New Zealand ..................................................................... Oct. 2-23
EUROPE
9 ACA: Dutch Waterways 5......................................................................................... April 2-10
10 ACA: The Charm of the Amalfi Coast ....................................................................... April 7-15
12 Flavors of Chianti ..................................................................................................... May 20-28
13 ACA: Enchanting Bavaria ......................................................................................... May 20-28
13 ACA: Grand Seine River and Normandy Passage 5................................................ May 23-31
13 Discovering Eastern Europe ..................................................................................... May 25-June 9
14 ACA: Apulia — Undiscovered Italy ............................................................................ June 9-17
14 The Great Journey through Europe — Featuring the Glacier Express .................. June 11-21
15 British Isles and Lowlands ....................................................................................... June 12-23
15 Undiscovered Ireland ............................................................................................... June 19-30
15 ACA: Cruise the Rhine and Mosel Rivers — A Family Journey 5............................ July 4-12
16 Grand Danube Passage 5...................................................................................... July 9-23
16 Circumnavigation of Iceland .................................................................................... July 29-Aug. 6
17 Changing Tides of History: Cruising the Baltic Sea .................................................. Aug. 1-10
17 Imperial Splendors of Russia .................................................................................... Aug. 3-12
18 Scotland: Highlands and Islands .............................................................................. Aug. 16-27
21 ACA: Classical Cities of Spain 5............................................................................. Aug. 31-Sept. 8
22 Delightful Duoro — Lisbon to Porto ......................................................................... Sept. 14-25
25 Ancient Greece: An Aegean Odyssey ...................................................................... Oct.11-19
26 ACA: Montenegro and the Bay of Kotor .................................................................. Oct. 31-Nov. 8
29 ACA: Holiday Markets Cruise — The Festive Rhine River 5................................... Dec. 12-20
MEDITERRANEAN
21 Dalmatian Dynasties — Athens to Venice ................................................................ Sept. 1-14
26 Mediterranean Palette — Venice to Barcelona ....................................................... Oct. 15-26
27 Antiquities of the Red Sea and Aegean Sea ............................................................ Nov. 2-15
28 Iberian Immersion — Monte Carlo to Rome ............................................................ Nov. 6-17
SOUTH PACIFIC
27 Tahiti and the French Islands of Polynesia .............................................................. Nov. 2-12
ACA — Alumni Campus Abroad programs through AHI Travel are weeklong, all-inclusive, single-
destination experiences featuring seminars conducted by local experts.
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DON’T LET YOUR DREAMS JUST BE DREAMS
ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION WILDCAT TREKKERS — WELCOME TO A WORLD OF ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES!
We invite you to take a journey of discovery beyond the classroom and explore
the world with us on one of our one-of-a-kind travel adventures.
Since 1971, the Arizona Alumni Travel program has connected alumni, friends
and family to enriching, meaningful, carefree and educational travel journeys.
Each trip offers an exciting combination of diversity, discovery, and a special
learning and educational component — fresh perspectives and eye-opening
experiences to be shared with old and new friends.
We are pleased to bring you our 2021 travel lineup. It includes tours to all Lisa J-G. Valentine ’91, ‘97
corners of the globe, from North America's Alaskan frontier to the deserts of Director, Alumni Travel and Signature Events
lisaval@al.arizona.edu
Egypt, from Mediterranean cruises to African adventures, from European river
voyages to an adventure across Canada by train or a chance to see polar
bears up close and personal. Our schedule offers interesting destinations,
quality accommodations, expert guides and tours at a great value.
We thank you for your interest and your continued support of our Alumni
Travel program. If you have not yet experienced one of our trips, we
encourage you to join like-minded travel companions and discover the
Marc Acuña ’05
wonderful advantages and ease of traveling with your fellow Wildcat Trekkers. Senior Director, Alumni and Student Engagement
We look forward to hearing from you. marc.acuna@al.arizona.edu
A LOOK BACK AT SOME OF LAST YEAR’S
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AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
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With this tool, alumni, students, faculty, staff, and Wildcat friends can create profiles and connect to
other Wildcats through mentorships, job postings, events, group memberships and more!
Join the Bear Down Network, a new online community exclusive to Wildcats!
• Expand your Wildcat network through an alumni directory and groups.
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• Share your journey on the network and group feeds.
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ANTARCTICA DISCOVERY (POSTPONED TO 2022) TALES OF THE TASMAN — AUCKLAND TO SYDNEY Jan. 13-24, 2022 (12 days) Jan. 17-Feb. 2, 2021 (17 days) Orbridge Go Next From approx. $11,995 pp/do From approx. $5,399 pp/do Plus airfare and taxes Airfare included from select cities Dates and prices are subject to change Dates and prices are subject to change Experience the White Continent’s pristine polar wilderness, abundant Discover New Zealand and Australia aboard Oceania Cruises’ wildlife and spectacular scenery. Cruise the South Shetland Islands Regatta. Begin in multicultural Auckland and explore the Bay of and the Antarctic Peninsula aboard the World Explorer. Explore at Islands, popular for kayaking, fishing, diving and parasailing. Head your own pace, with numerous passenger landings and discoveries to Tauranga’s gorgeous parks and waterfalls or the geothermal throughout the voyage — aided by a nimble fleet of Zodiacs and the paradise of Rotorua. Visit Napier’s world-class wineries or the company and insights of expert expedition guides and scientists. National Aquarium of New Zealand. Journey to Wellington and Take advantage of the ship’s impressive amenities and enjoy check out the botanical garden or a chic cafe. Then sail to cozy complimentary hot beverages and soft drinks, plus wine and beer Akaroa and experience the charm of Dunedin. Cruise unforgettable served with dinner. Take home a photographic journal documenting Milford Sound and explore Burnie and the Fern Glade Reserve. Head the expedition, including a map of the ship’s course and a list of to Melbourne to peruse its museums and wineries, and finish in wildlife spotted. stunning Sydney. 8 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
MYTHS, MAYANS & MARINAS — MIAMI TO MIAMI
Feb. 16-26, 2021 (11 days)
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Immerse yourself in tropical myths and legends aboard Oceania
Cruises’ Riviera. Begin in Miami, rich with the influence of
Caribbean and Latin American cultures. Sail to Cozumel, a tropical
haven and gateway to nearby Chichén Itzá. In Costa Maya,
discover the ruins of Chacchoben, then continue to Roatán, on the
Great Mayan Reef. Stop in Santo Tomás de Castilla, starting point
for adventures in Tikal National Park. Discover the island paradise
of Harvest Caye before sailing to Belize City, a destination teeming
with Mayan culture and artifacts. Your journey will end in Miami
after a stop in relaxing Key West.
ACA: DUTCH WATERWAYS
April 2-10, 2021 (9 days)
AHI
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From the thatched farmhouses of fairy-tale Giethoorn to the
medieval landmarks of Antwerp, fall in love with the Netherlands
and Belgium as you cruise their intimate waterways. In Amsterdam,
choose to stroll acres of colorful tulips at Keukenhof Gardens, bike
through charming villages, or gaze at masterpieces by Rembrandt
and others at the Rijksmuseum. Explore The Hague and the
Mauritshuis or watch an artisan paint porcelain at the Royal Delft
factory. Tour Bruges’ Old Town, then savor its chocolate, discover
its beer culture or visit the Groeninge Museum. Finally, immerse
yourself in the quaint architecture of the seaport of Antwerp.
STAY CONNECTED AND UPDATED
Friends and family are always welcome! You don’t have to be an Arizona graduate to travel with us. Please continue to send
us your travel questions and comments. Keep your email address up to date to receive announcements of newly added
programs. For the most current tour information and departure dates, visit arizonaalumni.com/travel.
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2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 9ACA: THE CHARM OF THE AMALFI COAST JAPAN IN BLOOM — TOKYO TO TOKYO April 7-15, 2021 (9 days) April 10-21, 2021 (12 days) AHI Go Next From approx. $3,540 pp/do From approx. $4,599 pp/do Plus airfare and taxes Airfare included from select cities Dates and prices are subject to change Dates and prices are subject to change Treat yourself to the scenic splendor of the Amalfi Coast during Explore the Land of the Rising Sun aboard Oceania Cruises’ this adventure based in Vietri sul Mare. Take in the magnificent Nautica. Embark in Tokyo and sail to Shimizu to bask in the coastline with its colorful villages and towering cliffs as you serene woodlands and view majestic Mount Fuji. In Kyoto, visit Ravello and Amalfi. Cruise to lovely Salerno, discover the witness breathtaking shrines and temples. Travel to Hiroshima celebrated Isle of Capri and tour renowned Herculaneum and and stroll through gardens, enjoy fine dining or visit the Pompeii, frozen in time by the mudflows of Mount Vesuvius. Relax Hiroshima Peace Memorial. Cruise the Kanmon Straits to Busan, amid lemon-scented breezes in cliffside Sorrento, see Paestum’s South Korea, known for its beaches, mountains and temples. In fascinating Greek ruins and explore the medieval streets and Nagasaki, experience four hundred years of tradition at the many wonders of Old Naples, including the National Archaeological monuments, parks and museums. Before returning to Tokyo, Museum. Plus, indulge in the region’s culinary heritage during an enjoy a day in Kagoshima in the shadow of Sakurajima, Japan’s authentic pizza lunch. most active volcano. 10 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
SPRINGTIME COASTS OF THE SOUTH
April 14-25, 2021 (12 days)
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Dates and prices are subject to change
Experience the enchanting destinations of the Atlantic coast
aboard Victory Cruise Lines’ M/V Victory I. Embark in Jacksonville,
Florida, and sail to Fernandina Beach to sunbathe or visit historic
Fort Clinch. In Charleston, explore museums and historic sites
like Fort Sumter. Visit Reconstruction Era National Historical Park
in Beaufort or relax at a sidewalk cafe. And in Brunswick, enjoy
antique shops and Victorian-era architecture. Before journey’s
end in Fernandina Beach, stop in West Palm Beach.
KENTUCKY DERBY
April 28-May 2, 2021 (5 days)
Sports & Entertainment Travel
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Delight in the horse capital of the world with an exclusive
Kentucky Derby experience in Lexington. Enjoy downtown
accommodations at the Hyatt Regency Lexington while exploring
what makes the Run for the Roses a truly special event —
including the Belle of Louisville, the Kentucky Bourbon Trail,
working horse farm tours, Keeneland racetrack and more! Sit
front and center with premium tickets for all the excitement on
Derby Day and take in the sights and grandeur (and hats!) at
Churchill Downs. This specialty tour offers an unforgettable way
to experience The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports.
TORONTO TO VANCOUVER BY RAIL
May 4-10, 2021 (7 days)
Orbridge
From approx. $5,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Bring back the golden age of train travel and watch the majestic
beauty of the Canadian wilderness unfold before you. Enjoy the
luxurious amenities of your private stateroom and awake each
day to panoramic views outside your picture window. Savor local
and regional specialties prepared by onboard chefs and served
with complimentary beer or wine. Learn about the landscape,
history and people of Canada through onboard lectures and
presentations. Admire the vastness and diversity of Canada —
starting at the shores of Lake Ontario and traversing expansive
prairies and the Canadian Rockies — and end with a guided tour
of cosmopolitan Vancouver.
2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 11SOUTHERN GRANDEUR FLAVORS OF CHIANTI
— MEMPHIS TO NEW ORLEANS May 20-28, 2021 (9 days)
May 8-16, 2021 (9 days) Orbridge
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Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change Embrace the enchantment and charismatic culture of Chianti.
Discover the history and hospitality of the South aboard the Admire the Etruscan ruins and Roman center in Volterra before
American Queen Steamboat Company’s American Countess. visiting charming San Gimignano. Stop at Renaissance Pienza and
Begin in Memphis, then sail to Terrene Landing, in the heart enjoy a tour and lunch at Podere Il Casale, an organic farm. Visit
of the Mississippi Delta. Next, travel to Vicksburg and explore La Fattoria di Vignamaggio for a wine tasting, then take a guided
its vibrant downtown area. In Natchez, take in elegant Greek tour of Cortona with free time to explore afterward. Wander the
revival architecture before sailing to Baton Rouge to see the walled village of Monteriggioni and stroll down the road to visit
tallest capital building in the United States or tour the LSU the Abbadia a Isola. Savor a cooking class and dinner at Badia a
Museum of Art. Next: St. Francisville, with its beautiful green Coltibuono. Finally, stroll Siena, with its celebrated Duomo and
spaces and historic buildings. Your journey ends in vibrant New bustling Piazza del Campo.
Orleans, but first, tour Nottoway Plantation, the South’s oldest
remaining antebellum mansion.
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May 20-28, 2021 (9 days)
AHI
From approx. $3,840 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Explore Bavaria on this captivating journey based in tranquil
Oberstaufen. Ride a gondola up Mount Nebelhorn and travel through
the Walser Valley into Austria to Breitachklamm Gorge. Take in Lake
Constance on a cruise to charming Lindau. Journey to King Ludwig
II’s exquisite Linderhof Palace and the Abbey of St. Gall, a monastery
complex featuring a baroque cathedral and library. Learn about
cherished customs and local life during visits to craft workshops,
a farmers’ cooperative market and a family farm. Enjoy a Bavarian
celebration in a traditional alpine hut complete with beer and music —
and fondue on a Swiss mountaintop!
ACA: GRAND SEINE RIVER AND NORMANDY PASSAGE
May 23-31, 2021 (9 days)
AHI
From approx. $3,840 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
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Discover the wonders of the Seine River as you cruise from Paris through
Normandy to Honfleur. From Notre-Dame Cathedral to the Latin Quarter
and an evening cruise, witness Paris’ storied history and architecture.
Learn about Claude Monet’s fascinating life at his Giverny home and see
the ruins of two elaborate French estates. Take a walking tour of Rouen,
admiring its grand cathedral, and delight in charming Honfleur. Take a
poignant journey into WWII history at the D-Day beaches and Pointe du
Hoc, plus a visit to the Caen Memorial Museum. Informative lectures add
historical and cultural context to your experiences.
DISCOVERING EASTERN EUROPE
May 25-June 9, 2021 (16 days)
Odysseys Unlimited
From approx. $4,797 pp/do
($4,295 air & land inclusive plus $502 airline taxes and fees)
Includes airfare from Boston or New York
Dates and prices are subject to change
Begin in Poland’s capital, Warsaw, where sightseeing includes the
rebuilt Old Town and moving visits to Auschwitz and Birkenau. Next:
historic Krakow’s celebrated medieval Old Town and the underground
marvels of the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Travel through the snowcapped Tatra
Mountains to Budapest, with its splendid architecture and lively culture.
After stops along the scenic Danube Bend, see Vienna and enjoy a music
performance and visits to the Opera House and majestic Schönbrunn
Palace. In elegant Prague, the final destination, visit the historic Old
Town, Castle District and Jewish Quarter. Experience Germany’s
cosmopolitan capital with an optional post-tour Berlin extension.
2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 13ACA: APULIA — UNDISCOVERED ITALY THE GREAT JOURNEY THROUGH EUROPE —
June 9-17, 2021 (9 days) FEATURING THE GLACIER EXPRESS
AHI June 11-21, 2021 (11 days)
From approx. $3,140 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes Gohagan & Company
Dates and prices are subject to change From approx. $3,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Experience the easy-going, languid lifestyle of Italy’s Apulia Dates and prices are subject to change
region, where meals are savored amid olive groves, ancient This extraordinary combination of river, rail, lake and mountain travel
seaports and timeless villages. From seaside Polignano a includes a five-night cruise along the fabled Rhine River aboard
Mare, venture out to marvel at Alberobello’s trulli, the ancient the Amadeus Imperial. Visit five UNESCO World Heritage sites:
cave dwellings in Matera, the white hill town of Ostuni and the Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, the Middle Rhine Valley, the Alsatian
baroque city of Lecce. Contrast the seaside lifestyle of Bari and city of Strasbourg, Bern’s Old Town and the Jungfrau-Aletsch region
Trani with inland life at a winery and a family-owned olive mill. An of the Swiss Alps. Take in medieval Rüdesheim and the historic
exclusive lecture series complements your excursions, and you’ll treasures of romantic Heidelberg. Ride three legendary railways —
enjoy ample free time to stroll romantic cobblestone alleys, drink the Gornergrat Bahn, for breathtaking views of the Matterhorn; the
in soul-stirring views and revel in an easier pace of life. Glacier Express from Zermatt to Andermatt; and the Pilatus Railway,
the world’s steepest cogwheel railway — plus, enjoy a scenic cruise
on Lake Lucerne.
14 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONBRITISH ISLES & LOWLANDS
June 12-23, 2021 (12 days)
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Cruise the Celtic shores aboard Oceania Cruises’ Sirena. Begin in
London, a city steeped in history and culture. Sail to the Isle of Portland,
boasting a wealth of wildlife, and see the Dorset countryside. Travel
to Cork and visit Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral. Cruise to Bantry, home to
some of the most spectacular vistas in the country. In Galway, pop into
a pub or peruse the boutiques and galleries. Check out the Bogside
murals in Londonderry, then, in Belfast, take in the ornate architecture
and immaculate gardens. Check out Glasgow’s scene-stealing
combination of grace and grit, then discover cosmopolitan Dublin.
UNDISCOVERED IRELAND
June 19-30, 2021 (12 days)
AHI
From approx. $4,740 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Explore Ireland’s dazzling coastal beauty from dynamic Dublin to Galway,
Cong and the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way. See Achill Island’s moors
and mountains, admire Connemara’s glacier-carved landscape and
watch clever dogs herding sheep. Next, venture north on a less-explored
route to the hidden gem of County Donegal. Be awed by spectacular
Slieve League and see magnificent Arranmore Island by land and water.
From there, travel into Northern Ireland to discover vibrant Londonderry
and the natural wonder of the Giant’s Causeway. Throughout, enhance
your experience with lectures on Irish literature and art, a music and
dance performance, and a culinary tour.
ACA: CRUISE THE RHINE AND MOSEL RIVERS
— A FAMILY JOURNEY
July 4-12, 2021 (9 days)
AHI
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Enjoy travel with the entire family on this first-class cruise with ports of
call in Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands! In the Rhine
Valley, immerse yourself in the riverside scenery of hilltop castles, vine-
laced slopes and medieval towns. Take in wonderful views of the serene
Moselle River valley from the castle high above Cochem. Glide along
Amsterdam’s leafy, 17th-century canals. Choose from family-friendly
cultural excursions, such as bicycling, hiking, museum visits and culinary
experiences, in Strasbourg, Speyer, Heidelberg, Rüdesheim, Cologne
and Amsterdam. Younger travelers will enjoy onboard activities geared
to their interests in the care of dedicated Youth Directors.
2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 15GRAND DANUBE PASSAGE CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF ICELAND
July 9-23, 2021 (15 days) July 29-Aug. 6, 2021 (9 days)
AHI Gohagan & Company
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Experience eight European countries on this unforgettable Join us in Iceland, an ethereal land of fire and ice where
journey along the mighty Danube River! Our carefully curated glittering glaciers cap active and dormant volcanoes; Viking
itinerary and included excursions introduce you to the region’s ruins dot a landscape of rugged coastlines, geothermal baths,
fascinating landmarks, epic landscapes, and unique cuisine, mud pots, powerful waterfalls and awe-inspiring geysers;
architecture and local life. Plus, bookend your adventure with and long-lasting daylight melds into lingering twilight. Cruise
stays in Sofia, Bulgaria, and Prague, Czech Republic. Discover aboard the Le Champlain and look for orcas, humpback whales
Roman ruins, cathedrals, synagogues, mosques and fortresses and rare migratory birds. Touch ice calved from one of Europe’s
— all part of the region’s dynamic history. Feast your eyes on largest glaciers in Vatnajökull National Park. Cross the Arctic
Budapest illuminated at night, explore medieval towns and Circle on Grímsey Island and cruise along the coast of Surtsey.
witness the Iron Gates Gorge, an engineering marvel. Taste Explore the rocky vista of a former lava lake and marvel at
delicacies in Croatia’s Slavonia region and delight in a folk dramatic Goðafoss waterfall.
show and Viennese waltz performance.
16 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONRADIANT ALASKA
July 19-29, 2021 (11 days)
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Discover Alaska’s wonders aboard Oceania Cruises’ Regatta. Embark
in Seattle for the Inside Passage and watch for Dall sheep, bears and
moose on the breathtaking peaks and islands. In Ketchikan, view
the renowned totem poles or explore Tongass National Forest. Learn
about Wrangell’s gold rush at a museum or visit a Tlingit tribal house.
Check out Icy Strait Point’s local arts and crafts, then cruise Hubbard
Glacier. Indulge in upscale shopping in Juneau or take in nearby
Mendenhall Glacier. Stroll Sitka National Historical Park’s totem-lined
trails and, finally, spend a day in Victoria, rich with British heritage and
cosmopolitan charm.
CHANGING TIDES OF HISTORY:
CRUISING THE BALTIC SEA
Aug. 1-10, 2021 (10 days)
Gohagan & Company
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Explore the cultural rebirth of the Baltic states as you cruise aboard
the Le Dumont-D’Urville from Copenhagen, Denmark, to Stockholm,
Sweden, with an excursion included in every port. Hear from Nobel
Peace Prize Laureate and former President of Poland Lech Wałęsa and
the interpreter and adviser to Mikhail Gorbachev, Pavel Palazhchenko.
Tour the medieval Old Town of Tallinn, Estonia, and the Hanseatic
League town of Visby, Sweden; take in cosmopolitan Helsinki, Finland;
and discover the legacy of the Solidarity movement in Gdańsk, Poland.
Explore St. Petersburg, including the State Hermitage Museum, Peter
and Paul Fortress, and Catherine’s Palace and Peterhof.
IMPERIAL SPLENDORS OF RUSSIA
Aug. 3-12, 2021 (10 days)
AHI
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Begin in Moscow, striding across Red Square, wondering at St. Basil’s
swirling domes and discovering the city’s beautiful Metro stations. Inside
the Kremlin walls, glimpse gilded crowns, carriages and Fabergé eggs.
Take a guided walk in historic Novodevichy Cemetery, then travel by
high-speed rail to beautiful St. Petersburg, where you’ll marvel at lavish
cathedrals and cruise its lovely canals. Visit Peterhof and Catherine
Palace. Watch dancers warm up at the St. Petersburg Theater Classical
Ballet School and enter the celebrated State Hermitage Museum early
to admire artistic masterpieces. Throughout your journey, local experts
share insights about Russia’s culture and heritage.
2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 17TRANS-SIBERIAN RAILWAY SCOTLAND: HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS
Aug. 3-16, 2021 (14 days) Aug. 16-27, 2021 (12 days)
Orbridge Odysseys Unlimited
From approx. $9,995 pp/do From approx. $5,296 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes ($4,795 air & land inclusive plus $501 airline taxes and fees)
Dates and prices are subject to change Includes airfare from Newark
Dates and prices are subject to change
Enjoy modern amenities and exciting excursions while
traversing two continents by private train. Tour Ulaanbaatar Discover Scotland’s natural beauty, colorful past and cosmopolitan
and the Choijin Lama Temple and watch a Mongolian folk arts present. Explore Glasgow’s distinct architecture and tour historic Pollok
performance. Admire the Mongolian Alps, enjoy lunch in a yurt House. Traverse the scenic Highlands with stays in Fort William and
and explore Lake Baikal by boat. Discover Irkutsk’s Okhlopkov Brora and stops at Loch Lomond and dramatic Glencoe. Embark on an
Drama Theatre, memorial to Tsar Alexander III and market hall. Isle of Skye excursion and a boat ride on fabled Loch Ness. Immerse
Partake in a vodka tasting accompanied by red caviar. View yourself in history at Urquhart Castle and Culloden Moor. Take in
Yekaterinburg’s Church of All Saints and Kazan’s Tatar mosques falconry and sheepdog demonstrations and sample a local distillery’s
and Russian Orthodox cathedral. Explore Red Square, the whisky. Check out legendary St. Andrews and see Edinburgh Castle,
Kremlin and Moscow City with a local guide and visit St. Basil’s Holyrood and other highlights of the Scottish capital, including a
Cathedral for a live musical performance. performance of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
18 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONCANADIAN ROCKIES EXPLORER
Aug. 18-28, 2021 (11 days)
Odysseys Unlimited
From approx. $5,191 pp/do
($5,095 air & land inclusive plus $96 airline taxes and fees)
Includes airfare from Seattle
Dates and prices are subject to change
Set out from Calgary to experience one of North America’s great
unspoiled wildernesses. In majestic Glacier National Park, ride a
Red Bus along the fabled Going-to-the-Sun Road. Stay in Whitefish,
Montana, and hike the scenic Whitefish Trail. Savor more scenery en
route to Banff National Park’s Lake Louise and the Columbia Icefields,
then traverse Athabasca Glacier in a special vehicle. Jasper National
Park follows, including dramatic Maligne Canyon and a cruise on
cerulean Maligne Lake. The Glacier Skywalk affords spectacular views,
and a ride on the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain takes you to see
the Hoodoos and Bow Falls.
THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS — NORTHERN ISLANDS
Aug. 21-28, 2021 (8 days)
Orbridge
From approx. $4,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Encounter the flora and fauna that famously inspired Darwin. Begin
with a tour of vibrant Quito, then spend four nights aboard the well-
appointed Isabela II. Explore by panga or glass-bottomed boat and
take in naturalist-led excursions and evening lectures. Get up close to
red- and blue-footed boobies, sea lions, Santa Fe land iguanas, myriad
fish and the famous Darwin’s finches. Explore secluded inlets and stroll
sweeping white coral beaches. Visit the lush highlands of Santa Cruz
Island, the perfect habitat to see the Galapagos giant tortoise, and
Puerto Egas on Santiago Island — where you might spot the Galapagos
fur seal.
KENYA SAFARI: THE BIG 5
Aug. 21-31, 2021 (11 days)
Orbridge
From approx. $5,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Watch for the “Big 5” (endangered black rhino, leopard, elephant,
buffalo and lion) as you enjoy unparalleled access to Kenya’s national
parks, reserves and conservancies, then retreat to luxurious lodges
and beautiful tented camps. Enjoy daily game drives — accompanied
by an Orbridge Expedition Leader and expert naturalist safari guides
— aboard customized 4x4 vehicles. Visit the Ol Pejeta Conservancy,
home to the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa. Observe
myriad wildlife during game drives through Lake Nakuru National Park.
Discover the biodiversity in Maasai Mara National Reserve, and join an
optional hot-air balloon safari over the Maasai Mara (additional fee).
2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 19ACA: MOROCCO — LAND OF ENCHANTMENT ALASKAN HERITAGE AND WILDLIFE
Aug. 27-Sept. 5, 2021 (10 days) Aug. 29-Sept. 5, 2021 (8 days)
AHI AHI
From approx. $3,840 pp/do From approx. $4,845 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change Dates and prices are subject to change
Discover Morocco’s ancient cities, vibrant culture and riveting Alaska is for adventure and discovery! Nourish your soul amid
history. Begin in Marrakesh, with its shaded souks and centuries- Alaska’s breathtaking landscapes, fascinating history and abundant
old square filled with storytellers and musicians. Admire the Palais wildlife on a seven-night journey that includes stays in Anchorage
Bahia and the splendid minaret of Koutoubia Mosque. Experience and Denali National Park. We’ll experience storied history in world-
the culture firsthand during a calligraphy lesson and culinary tour class museums, stroll through friendly communities and search for
at the Amal Women’s Center, and engage with a Berber family wildlife in their natural habitats. Search for caribou, moose and bear
during an outing to the Atlas Mountains. Discover the gardens of during a narrated tour of Denali National Park and learn about the
Marrakesh, including subtropical Jardin Majorelle, and savor a feast Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race at a working kennel. Visit a reindeer
accompanied by local music. Finally, travel to Casablanca, to explore farm, and witness jaw-dropping views during a spectacular train
the city’s architectural wonders, and Rabat, to marvel at the Hassan journey and scenic cruise. This small-group adventure features first-
II Mosque. class accommodations, plus an extensive meal plan including wine
with dinner.
20 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONACA: CLASSICAL CITIES OF SPAIN
— FEATURING SEGOVIA, TOLEDO AND SALAMANCA
Aug. 31-Sept. 8, 2021 (9 days) 5
AHI
From approx. $3,340 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Explore Spain’s enchanting Castile and León region from Segovia, where
you’ll stay in a 17th-century convent-turned-deluxe-hotel. View one of
the finest surviving Roman aqueducts and Alcázar, the fortified palace of
Castilian kings. Venture to Ávila, enclosed by an impressive medieval wall,
and Toledo, with its wonderfully preserved elements of Christian, Muslim
and Jewish heritage. Enjoy a special lunch and wine tasting in the Duero
Valley. In Salamanca, admire the sandstone architecture and visit Spain’s
oldest university. Wander in the landscaped gardens of the Royal Palace of La
Granja de San Ildefonso and view acclaimed art in Madrid’s Prado Museum.
DALMATIAN DYNASTIES — ATHENS TO VENICE
Sept. 1-14, 2021 (14 days)
Go Next
From approx. $4,099 pp/do
Airfare included from select cities
Dates and prices are subject to change
Embark Oceania Cruises’ Riviera in Athens, a city of ruins and relics, and sail
to Mytilene and its Belle Epoque churches and Turkish mansions. Explore
cosmopolitan Istanbul, a city astride two continents, and experience the
incredible Blue Mosque. Next, head to Kuşadasi and the legendary ruins
of Ephesus. In Santorini, see beautiful black sand beaches, then relax at a
seaside restaurant in Katakolon or head inland to ancient Olympia. Cruise
the Adriatic Sea to Kotor, under Mount Lovćen’s limestone cliffs. Discover
spectacular Split and stop in Ravenna, an off-the-beaten-bath treasure,
before exploring the timeless canals and charming shops of Venice.
NORTHERN LIGHTS AND THE WILDLIFE
OF NORTHERN MANITOBA
Sept. 11-16, 2021 (6 days)
Orbridge
From approx. $6,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
On this once-in-a-lifetime eco-adventure, enjoy Canadian hospitality at
Gangler’s North Seal River Lodge in Northern Manitoba — accessible only by
air and renowned for its extraordinary service. Experience a full-day wildlife
spotting excursion (by air and by land) during the annual caribou migration,
as wolves, bear, eagles and wolverines follow the herds. Choose from
activities including hiking, birding, lake tours and fishing and admire the awe-
inspiring glacier-formed landscape. Enjoy guided tours and lectures led by
local naturalists, including First Nations guides. Participate in workshops led
by a professional nature photographer. In the evenings, bundle up to view
the spectacular northern lights.
2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 21JOURNEY TO SOUTHERN AFRICA DELIGHTFUL DOURO — LISBON TO PORTO
Sept. 12-27, 2021 (16 days) Sept. 14-25, 2021 (11 days)
AHI Go Next
From approx. $8,040 pp/do From approx. $5,695 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change Dates and prices are subject to change
On this adventure through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Journey through the verdant wine country of Portugal and
Botswana, you’ll scout lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos and Spain aboard the Scenic Azure. Explore Lisbon and Coimbra,
more with the help of expert trackers on safari excursions in then admire the Douro Valley as you cruise to Régua. Discover
three world-class parks. Explore colorful Cape Town and spot Lamego’s sanctuary and museum or visit historic Mateus
penguins on a drive along the Cape Peninsula to the Cape of Palace. Cruise the Vinhateiro region, then enjoy lunch and a
Good Hope. Travel to Johannesburg and Soweto to see the flamenco performance in Salamanca. In Pocinho, tour the Côa
home of Nelson Mandela and visit community leaders at a Valley Museum or visit Casa Painova to sample Portuguese
local youth program. Relish the riches of Hwange National Park agricultural products. From Pinhão, travel to charming
on a game drive, feel the power of crashing Victoria Falls, and Provesende. Attend a private concert at São Francisco Church.
spy elephants along the Chobe River during a safari cruise. Finally, visit Porto’s Palácio da Bolsa and Guimarães or
continue to the Vinho Verde region and Quinta da Aveleda.
22 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONCAPE COD AND THE ISLANDS
Sept. 18-24, 2021 (7 days)
Premier World Discovery
From approx. $3,325 pp/do
Airfare included from Phoenix
Dates and prices are subject to change
Lose yourself among Cape Cod’s endless miles of windswept
seashore, staggering dunes, lush forests and historic sights. Enjoy
a night in exciting Boston and see the John F. Kennedy Museum,
then head out to the Cape to experience its beauty and history. Visit
mansion-filled Newport, artistic Provincetown and a cranberry bog.
Take a ferry to the two most scenic and famous islands off the Cape:
Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Four hundred years after the
Pilgrims’ 1620 voyage to the New World on the Mayflower, discover
Plimoth Plantation — a re-creation of the Pilgrims’ 1627 village — and
its reproduction ship, Mayflower II.
THE CANADIAN MARITIMES
Sept. 19-30, 2021 (12 days)
Odysseys Unlimited
From approx. $4,897 pp/do
($4,795 air & land inclusive plus $102 airline taxes and fees)
Includes airfare from Boston or New York
Dates and prices are subject to change
Explore the outstanding scenery and wealth of history in the
Canadian Maritime provinces’ fishing villages and port cities, French
fortifications and British settlements. Spend a scenic day along Novia
Scotia’s South Shore and iconic Peggy’s Point Lighthouse. Encounter
colonial history at Lunenburg and the Grand-Pré National Historic Site.
Take a whale-watching cruise in the Bay of Fundy and enjoy dinner
aboard a lobster boat in Shediac. Tour Prince Edward Island, including
L.M. Montgomery’s Green Gables farm. On Cape Breton Island, visit
the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, drive the world-
famous Cabot Trail and see the 18th-century Fortress of Louisbourg.
CRUISING THE GREAT LAKES
Sept. 30-Oct. 7, 2021 (8 days)
Gohagan & Company
From approx. $4,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Trace two centuries of North American innovation, admire magnificent
scenery and discover the maritime history of the Midwest as you
cruise all five Great Lakes, from Milwaukee to Toronto, aboard the Le
Champlain. Take in the charm of Mackinac Island and the biodiversity
of Ontario’s Niagara Escarpment, including a visit to quaint Tobermory.
Transit the Soo Locks and Welland Canal and visit the museum ship
SS Valley Camp in Sault Ste. Marie. Tour the Detroit Institute of Arts,
the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, and the Henry Ford Museum of
American Innovation — and experience the awe-inspiring force of
Niagara Falls.
2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 23ALBUQUERQUE INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA FALL VOYAGE ON MARK TWAIN’S MISSISSIPPI
Oct. 1-4, 2021 (4 days) — ST. LOUIS TO RED WING
Sports & Entertainment Travel Oct. 2-10, 2021 (9 days)
From approx. $2,499 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes Go Next
Dates and prices are subject to change From approx. $2,599 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Hear the thrilling roar of hundreds of burners simultaneously igniting Dates and prices are subject to change
and join the awestruck crowd in Balloon Fiesta Park to watch the Discover America’s heartland on this paddlewheel riverboat journey
spectacular beauty of hot air balloons filling the big, blue New on the Upper Mississippi River. Embark the American Countess in
Mexico sky. Enjoy hotel accommodations and free time in Old Town Alton, Missouri, and set sail for Hannibal — Mark Twain’s boyhood
Albuquerque, exploring museums, shops and galleries. Sit front home — with its beautifully preserved buildings evoking the small-
and center at the Chasers’ Club hospitality patio for two morning town living of yesteryear. Continue to Clinton, Iowa, and visit the
sessions and one evening session, featuring Dawn Patrol and popular Sawmill Museum and Windmill Cultural Center. Explore
Evening Glow. Join us and get special access to experience the Dubuque’s vibrant riverfront and enjoy breathtaking views from the
world-renowned Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta! Fenelon Place Elevator. Take in the fall colors en route to La Crosse,
Wisconsin, and check out its renowned breweries or engaging
museums. Finally, cruise to Red Wing, Minnesota, and explore its
engaging museums and galleries.
24 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONEXPLORING AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
Oct. 2-23, 2021 (22 days)
Odysseys Unlimited
From approx. $8,684 pp/do
($8,295 air & land inclusive plus $389 airline taxes and fees)
Includes airfare from Los Angeles
Dates and prices are subject to change
Greet the Lands Down Under in Cairns. Ride the historic railway to
Kuranda, then descend via Skyrail gondola. Swim and snorkel along
the Great Barrier Reef, and, in Alice Springs, embark on an Aboriginal
“dreamtime” tour. Meet Warlpiri tribespeople, enjoy a bushman’s dinner
and watch the sunset at fabled Uluru. Cruise Sydney Harbour aboard a
catamaran and take in Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park and the iconic
Opera House. Tour Christchurch, meet sheepdogs and explore Aoraki/
Mount Cook National Park. Cruise through Milford Sound’s breathtaking
fjords and discover scenic Queenstown. In Rotorua, experience a Maori
hangi dinner, then arrive in vibrant Auckland.
YOSEMITE, DEATH VALLEY AND
THE GREAT PARKS OF CALIFORNIA
Oct. 10-17, 2021 (8 days)
Orbridge
From approx. $3,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Survey the dramatic landscapes of four national parks in Nevada and
California: Discover the vast desert of Death Valley, admire the extensive
wilderness of Yosemite and marvel at the celebrated sequoias at Sequoia
and Kings Canyon. Stroll along beautiful boardwalks at Ash Meadows
National Wildlife Refuge and visit Badwater Basin, an otherworldly
landscape of crinkly salt flats. Ride the Mammoth Mountain gondola,
featuring stunning views of the high Sierras. Delight in extended
exploration of Yosemite’s varied landscape, with its more than 400
wildlife species. At Sequoia and Kings Canyon, meet famed General
Sherman — a giant sequoia soaring 275 feet high.
ANCIENT GREECE: AN AEGEAN ODYSSEY
Oct. 11-19, 2021 (9 days)
Gohagan & Company
From approx. $4,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Journey to the cradle of Western civilization and explore the exquisitely
preserved treasures and mythical landscapes of ancient Greece. Cruise
to the fabled islands of Delos, Mykonos, Pátmos, Rhodes and Santorini
and the Peloponnese peninsula aboard the Le Bougainville. Enjoy guided
tours of spectacular ancient Ephesus, legendary Mycenae and the
monumental ruins of the Sanctuary of Asklepios of Epidaurus. Visit up
to eight UNESCO World Heritage sites and experience the time-honored
traditions and delights of authentic Greek villages. Plus, meet and engage
with local residents, who will discuss contemporary life on the islands of
the Aegean during a special forum.
2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 25MEDITERRANEAN PALETTE ACA: MONTENEGRO AND THE BAY OF KOTOR
— VENICE TO BARCELONA Oct. 31-Nov. 8, 2021 (9 days)
Oct. 15-26, 2021 (12 days) AHI
From approx. $3,340 pp/do
Go Next Plus airfare and taxes
From approx. $2,849 pp/do Dates and prices are subject to change
Airfare included from select cities
Dates and prices are subject to change Discover the Balkan nation of Montenegro, a tiny country
See the colors of the Mediterranean aboard Oceania Cruises’ packed with cultural history, old-world architecture and
Marina. From timeless Venice, sail to Croatia and the historic natural beauty. From your base in charming Tivat, uncover
city of Split. Head to Sicily and visit ancient Syracuse. Savor the the proud historical heritage of Cetinje, sail on the cobalt Bay
cuisine and artistic treasures of Naples or travel to the ruins of of Kotor and visit Venetian-era towns — living museums like
Pompeii. Experience Rome’s legendary sites, like the Colosseum Perast, Kotor and Budva. Encounter enchanting Orthodox
and Sistine Chapel, and Florence’s Renaissance masterpieces. monasteries and gaze at untouched mountain scenery.
Travel to the Leaning Tower of Pisa or wander the Tuscan hills. Plus, a visit to a wine cellar offers insight into Montenegro’s
Take in Monte Carlo Casino, then walk through Marseille’s viniculture, and a journey to beautiful Lake Skadar reveals
ancient neighborhoods or the idyllic Provençal countryside. one of the most fascinating ecosystems in the Balkans. Finish
Discover historic sites and beachfront shopping in Palma de this epic journey in Dubrovnik, Croatia, home to compelling
Mallorca, then explore lively Barcelona. medieval treasures.
26 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONPOLAR BEARS OF CHURCHILL
Nov. 2-7, 2021 (6 days)
Orbridge
From approx. $5,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Begin your unforgettable adventure in Winnipeg with a presentation
on polar bears at Assiniboine Park Zoo. Learn about Churchill’s unique
ecosystem at the Churchill Northern Studies Centre. Enjoy two full-
day expeditions aboard an Arctic Crawler trekking vehicle, featuring
comfortable seating, on-board restroom facilities, large windows that
lower for better viewing, and a spacious, grated rear deck for optimal
photography. Discover the region’s cultural history during a guided tour
through the Itsanitaq Museum and a talk with a Parks Canada ranger.
Meet an energetic team of sled dogs and their experienced handler,
then bundle up for an exciting dog sled experience.
TAHITI AND THE FRENCH ISLANDS OF POLYNESIA
Nov. 2-12, 2021 (11 days)
Gohagan & Company
From approx. $6,795 pp/do
Including Air from Los Angeles
Dates and prices are subject to change
Join us for a uniquely designed nine-night voyage to the paradisal
islands and motus of French Polynesia. Sail for seven nights aboard the
Wind Spirit and enjoy unmatched small-ship sailing. Explore the South
Pacific’s unique history, culture and topography on Tahiti, Mo’orea,
Bora Bora, Taha’a, Ra’iatea and Huahine. Enjoy snorkeling or swimming
and cultural enrichments, including a visit to a black pearl farm. This
itinerary also includes two nights (air schedules permitting) in the
Intercontinental Tahiti Resort and Spa in enchanting Pape’ete, round-trip
air from Los Angeles, all onboard gratuities, complimentary alcoholic
and nonalcoholic beverages throughout the cruise, complimentary
watersports and an exclusive excursion on each island.
ANTIQUITIES OF THE RED SEA AND AEGEAN SEA
Nov. 2-15, 2021 (14 days)
Gohagan & Company
From approx. $7,995 pp/do
Plus airfare and taxes
Dates and prices are subject to change
Visit three continents as you navigate the legendary waterways of the
Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea and Aegean Sea aboard the Le Jacques
Cartier. Explore Amman and Greco-Roman Jerash, and spend a night
adjacent to the rose-red city of Petra. Visit mythical Santorini and follow
the footsteps of Bedouins across Wadi Rum. Enjoy a special visit into
the tomb of Queen Nefertari. Stand in the shadow of the Great Pyramid
of Giza, the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World. Visit the new
Grand Egyptian Museum, which will house 4,000 of King Tutankhamun’s
treasures, and tour Alexandria or Cairo’s Egyptian Museum.
2021 ALUMNI TRAVEL PASSPORT | 27JOURNEY TO BRAZIL IBERIAN IMMERSION — MONTE CARLO TO ROME Nov. 5-18, 2021 (14 days) Nov. 6-17, 2021 (12 days) AHI Go Next From approx. $7,045 pp/do From approx. $2,799 pp/do Plus airfare and taxes Airfare included from select cities Dates and prices are subject to change Dates and prices are subject to change Brazil beckons! Soak up the beauty and exuberant culture of Traverse the western Mediterranean aboard Oceania Cruises’ South America’s largest country on this incredible, 11-night Riviera. Embark in glamorous Monte Carlo for bustling Toulon, adventure. Discover why Rio de Janeiro is called the Marvelous with easy access to the picturesque countryside of Provence. See City and visit the summits of Sugarloaf and Corcovado mountains Gaudí’s architecture and La Boqueria market in Barcelona, then for spectacular, panoramic views. Take a Carnaval workshop tour visit Concepción Castle and the Roman Theater in Cartagena. to marvel at huge floats, dress up in splashy costumes and learn Check out the tapas bars and Modernisme architecture in Melilla some samba moves! Explore the beautiful, colonial-era towns and, in lively Alicante, take in the sights from lofty Santa Bárbara of Ouro Preto and Mariana, then, in the Pantanal, the world’s Castle. Sail to historic Valletta, Malta, then to Catania, Sicily, largest tropical wetland, spot astounding wildlife on guided walks, and its upmarket boutiques and bistros. Cruise to Naples for daytime safaris and night drives. More of nature’s wonders await mouthwatering Southern Italian cuisine and access to Pompeii’s you in dazzling Iguazu Falls, where 275 cascades rush and roar. storied ruins, then explore legendary Rome. This small-group experience includes two flights within Brazil, deluxe and first-class accommodations, expert local guides and a generous meal plan featuring wine with dinner. 28 | THE ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
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