2022 TOUR SCHEDULE
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A YEAR LIKE NO OTHER It has been a year like no other. Our travel world was eerily quiet, as people waited until they felt safe to travel again. As you hunkered down, we planned for 2022 trips and kept moving forward, knowing that you would want to travel as soon as things opened up. We are now seeing the clouds part. The sun is peeking through. Our phones are ringing again, and reservations are at last coming in. We know Cyclones everywhere want to travel. We want to travel with you. We are excited to introduce our 2022 trips to you. As always, we try to bring a wide array of choices for you. We have added more domestic trips to allow you to travel, even if you don’t want to leave the United States. We have kept our most popular trips and added some bucket list trips. You have come to trust the Traveling Cyclones program to provide the best quality trips with old and new friends. With our new offerings, we know everyone can find a trip to fulfill their desire to travel again. If you would like more information on a certain trip, you can go online and order the brochures you are interested in. We will then mail you the brochure once they are available. You can find the form and more information for each trip at www.isualum.org/travel. Once the brochures are available, there will be an online version as well. We have come to realize that the anticipation of the trip is part of the joy of traveling. It gives us all hope and something to look forward to. We are confident these trips will give you something to dream about. We hope to see you on a trip soon. The world is waiting!
Lainey Crawford Manager of Travel, ISU Alumni Association
Shellie Andersen Vice President of Business Development and Constituent Engagement, ISU Alumni Association
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WHY TRAVEL WITH IOWA STATE?
EXPERIENCE The ISU Alumni Association has been
offering top-quality travel opportunities to its alumni and friends for almost 50 years, hosting trips to exciting destinations all over the world.
CONVENIENCE Leave the planning to us! Enjoy
pre-arranged transportation from airports to hotels, baggage handling, deluxe motor coaches, pre-paid entrance fees, and more.
PERSONAL ATTENTION Tour directors, local guides, and hosts will see that you get the most from your hardearned travel dollars.
DESTINATIONS The ISU Alumni Association offers
travel to locations you have always wanted to visit but might not feel comfortable visiting on your own.
FRIENDS The best reason of all! Traveling with fellow Cyclones virtually guarantees you’ll have a group of friendly travelers sure to become lifelong friends.
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THANK YOU TO OUR
2022-23 TRAVEL PARTNERS
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2022 DESTINATIONS LAND TOURS United Arab Emirates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Cuba & its People . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 New Zealand Adventure. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Tanzania Adventure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Morocco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Great Trains & Grand Canyons. . . . . . . . 11 Portrait of Italy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 The Masters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Insider’s Japan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Enchanting Ireland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Slovenia, Croatia & the Dalmatian Coast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Switzerland, Germany, Austria & the Passion Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Norwegian Splendor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 D-Day: The Invasion of Normandy & Liberation of France. . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Utah’s Mighty National Parks. . . . . . . . . 19 Provincial French Countryside . . . . . . . 20 Costa Rica Family Adventure §. . . . . . . 21
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§: Family Trips ‡: Small Ship Cruise ◊: Young Alumni All pricing in this catalog is based on double occupancy. Destinations, dates, and prices are subject to change.
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OCEAN CRUISES Untamed Alaska. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Canadian Rockies by Rail . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Toronto to Vancouver by Rail. . . . . . . . 25 Machu Picchu to the Galapagos........... . 27 Northern Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Journey to Southern Africa. . . . . . . . . . 29 Discovering Eastern Europe. . . . . . . . . 30 Landscapes & Lighthouses of Coastal Maine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Flavors of Northern Italy. . . . . . . . . . . . 32 French & Italian Rivieras. . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Egypt & the Eternal Nile. . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Montreal & Quebec City Christmas Markets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Classic Europe Graduation Trip ◊ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Greek Island Hopper ◊. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Ciao Italy ◊. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 California Wine Country ◊. . . . . . . . . . . 37
Panama Potpourri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 New Zealand Explorer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Gladiators to Gondolas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Tahiti & French Polynesia ‡. . . . . . . . . . . 13 Celtic Lands ‡. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Romantic Rivieras. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Isles Overture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Fjords & Seascapes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Black Sea Brilliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Circumnavigation of Iceland ‡ . . . . . . . 24 Alaska Insider ‡ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Northern Realms: Baltics & Scandinavia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Viking Views & Vistas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Byzantine Antiquity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Opulent Mediterranean. . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Canada & New England: Eastern Seaboard Stars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Island Life in Ancient Greece ‡. . . . . . . 32 Antarctic Peninsula ‡. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
RIVER CRUISES Southern Footprints: Civil Rights & the Blues. . . . . . . . . 12 Dutch Waterways featuring Floriade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Grand Seine River & Normandy Passage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Great Journey through Europe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Jewels of the Rhine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Great Pacific Northwest. . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Grand Danube Passage. . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Holiday Markets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
DOMESTIC TOURS
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Great Trains & Grand Canyons. . . . . . 11 Southern Footprints: Civil Rights & the Blues. . . . . . . . . 12 The Masters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Utah’s Mighty National Parks. . . . . . . 19 Untamed Alaska. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Great Pacific Northwest. . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Alaska Insider ‡ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Canada & New England: Eastern Seaboard Stars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Landscapes & Lighthouses of Coastal Maine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
United Arab Emirates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Dutch Waterways featuring Floriade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Grand Seine River & Normandy Passage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Grand Danube Passage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Flavors of Northern Italy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Holiday Markets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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January 7-16, 2022 AHI Travel
January 22 - February 1, 2022 Go Next
Tour the glittering cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi Meet Emiratis during cultural exchanges Drive across the dunes and celebrate under the stars in the Arabian desert Spend a day at the World Expo Dubai global festival
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Cruise aboard Oceania’s Sirena Explore Mayan ruins in Costa Maya Swim by the reef in Harvest Caye Sail on a catamaran in Key West Hike through the rainforest in Santo Tomas Take a horseback ride in Roatan Discover Puerto Limon’s wildlife at Cahuita National Park Spend two days in Panama City
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CUBA & ITS PEOPLE
NEW ZEALAND ADVENTURE
January 26 - February 2, 2022 AHI Travel
January 27 - February 11, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
Enjoy seven nights in a privately owned boutique hotel in Havana’s Vedado district Choose daily excursions, from Old Havana to the romantic Malecón, a classic car ride to vibrant Fusterlandia Learn about organic farming in Caimito and Afro-Cuban history in Matanzas Experience Cuba through the eyes of entrepreneurs, dancers, community leaders, and children Come away with a broader perspective of Cuba’s history, culture, and heritage
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Cruise through Doubtful Sound in Fiordland National Park Experience indigenous Maori culture in geothermal Rotorua Sample wine and view Art Deco architecture Enjoy a day at leisure in Queenstown Tour Christchurch and take a TranzAlpine train journey Visit Auckland and cruise its glittering harbor Encounter Franz Josef Glacier and see rare Kiwi birds
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TANZANIA ADVENTURE
February 2-18, 2022 Go Next
February 6-19, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
Spend three nights in the Serengeti, with opportunities to see Africa’s “Big Five” Take a game drive in Arusha National Park Experience Tarangire’s elephants and iconic baobabs Stay at a lodge on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, and descend to the crater floor for an unforgettable game drive Visit Olduvai Gorge and a Maasai village End the journey at a beachfront hotel in tropical Zanzibar
Cruise aboard Oceania’s Regatta Explore Melbourne, and catch sight of a kookaburra or wallaby In Burnie, visit local cheese makers and see Tasmanian devils Take a beach day in Timaru Cruise the Fjords of Milford Sound Strike out in Timaru on a sheep-laden country drive Visit The Lord of the Rings set in Wellington Taste the flavor of Napier’s famous vintage vineyards Spot spouting geysers in Rotorua
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MOROCCO
GREAT TRAINS & GRAND CANYONS
March 11-20, 2022 AHI Travel
March 20-25, 2022 Premier World Discovery
Embrace Morocco’s ancient wonders and longstanding traditions In Marrakech, explore vibrant souks and a centuries-old square Enjoy tea with a Berber family in the Atlas Mountains Visit chic Casablanca Marvel at the wonders of ancient Rabat
Spend five nights at a picturesque resort property in Sedona, Arizona Experience the popular Verde Canyon Wilderness Railroad Enjoy Verde Canyon’s native flora and fauna, high-desert rock faces, and spectacular vistas accessible only by rail Travel to the Grand Canyon on the historic Grand Canyon Railroad Spend the day exploring the many vistas of the Grand Canyon
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March 20-29, 2022 Go Next
March 29 - April 13, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
Delve into the history of the South, from Memphis to New Orleans Cruise aboard the American Countess steamboat In Memphis, visit the to the National Civil Rights Museum, Stax Museum of American Soul Music, and other cultural sights Take in the deep tones of soul and blues music Sail to Terrene Landing and the B.B. King Interpretive Center See Civil War history In Vicksburg Cruise to Natchez, with its historic manors and mansions Get a taste of Louisiana’s charm and architecture in St. Francisville
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Experience the Amalfi Coast by sea and land Visit Pompeii’s exquisite ruins Explore the sights of ancient Rome In Umbria, enjoy a cooking demonstration and visit to Assisi Tour Siena, Florence, and San Gimignano in Tuscany Sample a local winery’s offerings Conclude the tour in Venice
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GLADIATORS TO GONDOLAS
TAHITI & FRENCH POLYNESIA
April 3-14, 2022 Go Next
April 5-15, 2022 Thomas P. Gohagan & Co.
Cruise aboard Oceania’s Marina Take a boat ride along the Amalfi Coast See St. John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta, and sip wine in Messina Visit ancient Olympia near Katakolon, and take a beach day in Corfu Explore a 14th-century monastery in Dubrovnik Take a gondola ride on Venice’s Grand Canal
Cruise aboard the 5-star, 74-stateroom Wind Spirit Sail amidst the peaks, atolls, and lagoons of the Society Islands Explore the South Pacific’s unique history, culture, and topography on Tahiti, Mo’orea, Bora Bora, Taha’a, Ra’iatea, and Huahine Snorkel or swim with stingrays, lagoon sharks, and exotic fish Enjoy cultural enrichments, including visits to ancient marae, a vanilla plantation, and a black-pearl farm
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THE MASTERS
INSIDER’S JAPAN
April 6-9, 2022 Sports & Entertainment Travel (SET)
April 9-21, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
Experience in person the Masters Golf Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club Stay in historic Savannah, and play the Club at Savannah Harbor Spend Friday at the Masters to see who will advance for the chance to don the green jacket Enjoy the perfect combination of golf, relaxation, southern charm, and the opportunity to be a part of this historic tournament
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Enjoy highlights of Tokyo and Kyoto Visit Mt. Fuji, and a take a cruise on Ashi Lake Overnight in a traditional ryokan inn Travel by express train to Takayama in the Japanese Alps Experience a traditional tea ceremony and a cooking class Explore culturally rich Kanazawa
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ENCHANTING IRELAND
April 15-23, 2022 AHI Travel
May 1-13, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
Cruise aboard the MS Amadeus Classic Stroll through Keukenhof Gardens, take a bike tour, or visit the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam Explore The Hague and the Mauritshuis’ treasures, or visit the Royal Delft porcelain factory Meander along Antwerp’s colorful lanes In Bruges’ old town, visit a chocolaterie, discover the beer culture, or admire Belgian art Discover what’s blooming at Floriade Expo 2022 NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
In Dublin, visit Trinity College and St. Patrick’s Cathedral Travel to Galway, and journey through Connemara to Kylemore Abbey Take an excursion to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands Travel along County Clare’s coastline, with its majestic Cliffs of Moher Ferry to County Kerry and tour Killarney Experience the Ring of Kerry, and see an Irish sheepdog demonstration Visit the Blarney Stone, the Rock of Cashel, and Kilkenny
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SLOVENIA, CROATIA & THE DALMATIAN COAST
CELTIC LANDS
May 7-19, 2022 AHI Travel
May 11-20, 2022 Thomas P. Gohagan & Co.
Enjoy stays in first-class hotels in Ljubljana, Zagreb, and Split Travel along the Dalmatian Coast to Dubrovnik Explore Lake Bled, Plitvice National Park, and the island of BraČ Visit a family-owned winery and explore Roman ruins
Cruise aboard the Le Dumont-d’Urville from Glasgow to Ireland, Wales, England, and France Enjoy guided excursions in each port of call Visit the beaches of Normandy with Dwight David Eisenhower II, noted historian and grandson of President Dwight D. Eisenhower Meet Allen Packwood, director of the Churchill Archives Centre at the University of Cambridge Experience the beauty of the Inner Hebridean Isles Visit Caernarfon Castle near Holyhead, Wales View Celtic literary treasures at Trinity College in Dublin
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May 11-21, 2022 AHI Travel
May 16-31, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
Explore the northern Alps, with stays in Oberstaufen, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Salzburg, and Munich Watch a decennial performance of the Passion Play in Oberammergau Cruise Lake Constance Enjoy a fondue dinner, beer garden, and Mozart-themed concert Visit St. Gallen and Innsbruck
Explore the cities of Copenhagen and Oslo Journey from Gaala to Geiranger along Norway’s “roof,” with views of Geirangerfjord Tour picturesque Bergen Travel through the Western Fjord District to Lofthus Take an excursion on the Flåm Railway
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ROMANTIC RIVIERAS
GRAND SEINE RIVER & NORMANDY PASSAGE
May 26 - June 5, 2022 Go Next
May 29 - June 6, 2022 AHI Travel
Spend two nights in Barcelona, including a tour of the city Cruise aboard Oceania’s Riviera Visit iconic Mediterranean cities along the Italian Riviera and the Côte d’Azur Sample paella in Valencia, and sip world-class wines in Provence Browse the posh boutiques of Palma de Mallorca Walk the lovely Old Town of Picasso’s Antibes Explore Sardinia’s cerulean coasts
Cruise aboard the MS Renoir from Paris to Honfleur Explore the districts of Paris, from Notre-Dame Cathedral to the Latin Quarter Enjoy an evening cruise in Paris Stroll through Monet’s gardens Visit D-Day beaches, Point du Hoc, and the Caen Memorial
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D-DAY: THE INVASION OF NORMANDY & LIBERATION OF FRANCE
UTAH’S MIGHTY NATIONAL PARKS
June 2-8, 2022 The National WWII Museum Travel
June 5-11, 2022 Premier World Discovery
Experience the National WWII Museum’s most popular tour Spend a full week of touring in Normandy Visit the Musée Airborne, Mémorial de Caen, the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer Join fellow historians in search of the most authentic experience of Normandy as it was
Begin your tour with a scenic byway drive from Grand Junction to Moab Enjoy a Colorado River Cruise to view the canyon walls and ancient Native American petroglyphs Explore Canyonlands National Park Enjoy breathtaking views at Dead Horse State Park Visit the natural sandstone formations at Arches National Park Journey on a Navajo-guided scenic tour to explore Monument Valley
D-DAY: THE INVASION OF NORMANDY AND THE LIBERATION OF FRANCE The National WWII Museum’s most popular tour provides an in-depth itinerary exploring America’s most famous WWII battle. Offering a full week of touring in Normandy at an incredible price, this unforgettable tour offers great value and features top guides, upscale accommodations in prime locations, comprehensive dining, and exclusive access to sites unseen on other programs.
English Channel
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Pointe du hoc Vierville-sur-Mer Colleville-sur-Mer Omaha Arromanches Longues-sur-Mer Gold
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NOR M AN DY
Caen
Falaise
Paris Chambois
Argentan
Route Exploration Overnights Tour Stops
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ISLES OVERTURE
June 6-20, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
June 12-25, 2022 Go Next
Spend two nights in Toulouse, three nights in Sarlat, three nights in Saumur, three nights in Normandy, and two nights in Paris Tour Normandy’s D-Day landing beaches and the American Cemetery overlooking Omaha Beach Walk through Monet’s famed gardens in Giverny Explore the Dordogne region and the Loire Valley Visit Mont-St-Michel, medieval towns, museums, and a winery Take a city tour and enjoy free time in Paris
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Discover the British Isles aboard Oceania’s Sirena Visit Newcastle, the inspiration for Harry Potter film locations Spend a day touring Edinburgh’s castle and High Street View Highland castles and the elusive “Nessie” at Loch Ness Enjoy fresh island air in the Shetland and Orkney Islands and Ullapool Ramble moors, crags, and gorges, and snap photos of Shetland ponies Examine Neolithic archeological sites in Kirkwall, and take in Glasgow’s architecture Explore Liverpool, then end the journey in Dublin
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GREAT JOURNEY THROUGH EUROPE
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COSTA RICA FAMILY ADVENTURE
June 19-29, 2022 Thomas P. Gohagan & Co.
June 26 – July 2, 2022 Thomson Family Adventures
Take a grand tour of Europe with a combination of river, rail, lake, and mountain travel Cruise five nights aboard the Amadeus Imperial Journey through Switzerland, France, Germany, and the Netherlands along the Rhine River Spend two nights each in Zermatt and Lucerne Ride aboard three legendary railways: the Gornergrat Bahn, the Glacier Express, and the Pilatus cogwheel railway Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne
Enjoy the South Pacific region of Costa Rica, a true paradise Visit the area around Arenal Volcano, a veritable playground for families Walk along the treetops, and glide from platform to platform on an exhilarating canopy tour Relax in hot springs warmed by heat from the volcano Experience dense tropical rainforest, fertile valleys, waterfalls, coastal mangroves, and rivers Spend time wildlife viewing and whitewater rafting ARENAL
Caribbean Sea
SAN JOSE
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CENTRAL PACIFIC COAST Pacific Ocean
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FJORDS & SEASCAPES
JEWELS OF THE RHINE
June 28 - July 9, 2022 Go Next
July 11-20, 2022 Go Next
Cruise aboard Oceania’s Marina through Denmark, Norway, and Scotland See Skagen, where the North and Baltic Seas swirl together at Denmark’s northernmost point Cruise the fjords; enjoy waterfalls and Nordic seafood cuisine Visit Ålesund’s Art Nouveau district Travel along the Atlantic Ocean Road near Kristiansund Explore the Neolithic village of Skara Brae in Kirkwall
Cruise aboard Emerald Waterways’ Emerald Star through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland Sail through the heart of picture-book Germany to medieval Cologne Tour Heidelberg Castle’s Renaissance ruins Enjoy the white wines of the Moselle Valley’s vineyards Cruise Amsterdam’s canals Climb to clifftop Cochem Castle Wind through the riverbanks of the Rhine Gorge Explore the crooked half-timbered homes of Strasbourg
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July 15-25, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
July 16-27, 2022 Go Next
Travel by railcar to Denali National Park; hike and visit an Iditarod sled dog kennel Take a scenic flight into remote Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, then hike to Root Glacier and explore Kennicott, a once-booming copper-mining town Tour Anchorage’s historic downtown and visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park
Cruise aboard Oceania’s Riviera Taste the exotic flavors of the eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea Seek out authentic experiences of lesser-known European cultures Explore folk customs, remote villages, and authentic cuisine in Bulgaria, Romania, and Ukraine In Turkey, explore ancient Ephesus Top off your tour with island hopping through Greece
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GREAT PACIFIC NORTHWEST
July 17-25, 2022 Thomas P. Gohagan & Co.
July 17-25, 2022 Go Next
Explore Iceland, where Viking ruins coexist with geothermal baths, mud pots, and geysers Cruise aboard the expedition ship Le Bellot Look for orcas and humpback whales Touch ice calved from one of Europe’s largest glaciers in Vatnajökull National Park Cruise along the coast of Surtsey, one of the youngest islands on Earth Cross the Arctic Circle on Grímsey Island Marvel at dramatic Goðafoss, the “Waterfall of the Gods”
Cruise aboard the American Empress steamboat Travel from Vancouver to Astoria, and take in the view from the Astoria Column Visit the Portland Japanese Garden Explore the Bonneville Dam in Stevenson Learn the gold mining history of The Dalles Browse the downtown shops in Richland Spend a day in Clarkston on the path of Lewis and Clark
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July 20-26, 2022 Orbridge
July 26 - August 1, 2022 Orbridge
Enjoy a panoramic city tour of Vancouver Experience two days aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, a glass-domed train Travel over Fraser Canyon, by Shuswap Lake, and along the Continental Divide Visit the stunning areas of Lake Louise and Banff National Park Spot passing wildlife, including elk, bighorn sheep, black and grizzly bears, and eagles Enjoy a guided tour through Yoho National Park Spend three nights at the Rimrock Resort Hotel in Banff
Travel Canada – from Toronto, across five provinces, through the Canadian Rockies, to the Pacific Northwest – onboard VIA Rail’s The Canadian Relax in a private prestige-class stateroom featuring a large picture window Spend four days unplugged from the outside world, and awake each day to panoramic views Enjoy observation cars that allow for unobstructed viewing of Canada’s wilderness Savor the best in Canadian cuisine prepared by onboard chefs Take a guided city tour of Vancouver
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ALASKA INSIDER
NORTHERN REALMS: BALTICS & SCANDINAVIA
August 2-14, 2022 Go Next
August 6-17, 2022 Go Next
Cruise aboard Victory Cruise Lines’ Ocean Victory Experience this brand new, eco-friendly ship, specially outfitted for active expeditions Enjoy a one-night hotel stay in Sitka, then set out with naturalists, historians, and marine biologists to see wild Alaska up close Hop in a kayak or Zodiac raft to get closer to the Fjordland Conservancy’s glacier-gouged cliffs Hear the humpbacks at Five Fingers Lighthouse Watch bears fish for snacks at Salmon Bay Explore the wildlife-rich bays and inlets of Misty Fjords National Monument
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Cruise aboard Oceania’s Marina Travel from Denmark to Sweden Make your way through medieval ruins in Visby Take a kayak down a Lithuanian river in Klaipėda Tour Tallinn’s underground passageways Spend two days in Russia and explore St. Petersburg Cruise into Helsinki and peruse an open-air market End your tour in Stockholm
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MACHU PICCHU TO THE GALAPAGOS
August 15-30, 2022 Go Next
August 23 - September 7, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
Cruise aboard Oceania’s Sirena Explore fjords and fishing villages from Iceland to Norway Experience an Icelandic lobster feast in Reykjavík View humpback whales up close in Nuuk Trace Greenland’s cultural and artistic history Enjoy the magic of the Shetland Islands Hike to Pulpit Rock in Stavanger and gaze out over the fjords Explore Denmark’s castles near Skagen
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Explore the Peruvian capital of Lima Experience Cuzco, and visit surrounding Incan ruins Enjoy two nights in the Sacred Valley Take a scenic train ride to Machu Picchu; overnight at a hotel near the site’s entrance and visit the ruins two times Explore Quito before flying to the Galapagos Enjoy four nights on Santa Cruz Island, and take day cruises to other Galapagos islands Observe iguanas, Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, birds, and other wildlife
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August 24 - September 7, 2022 AHI Travel
September 3-14, 2022 Go Next
Cruise aboard the MS Amadeus Silver III Explore eight countries and discover Old World capitals and charming villages Bookend your cruise with stays in Sofia, Bulgaria; and Prague, Czech Republic Visit Vienna, Bratislava, and Belgrade Enjoy an illuminated evening cruise in Budapest
Cruise aboard Oceania’s Riviera Become immersed in the history and culture of Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, and Turkey Explore ruins and relics in Athens and Ephesus Prepare coastal cuisine with Croatian villagers Take a tuk-tuk ride around the Bay of Kotor Swim and snorkel or relax in the sun in Chania Sample vintage wine in Santorini Tour a 16th-century monastery in Mykonos Wander the spice markets or explore the Blue Mosque in Istanbul
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September 10-15, 2022 Orbridge
September 20 - October 5, 2022 AHI Travel
Experience true Canadian hospitality at Gangler’s North Seal River Lodge in Northern Manitoba Enjoy the remote location, approximately 200 miles from the nearest road and accessible only by air Relish pristine viewing of the northern lights Experience a wildlife-spotting excursion (by air and by land) during the annual caribou migration At the lodge, choose from a variety of outdoor activities Enjoy guided tours and lectures led by local naturalists, and professional photography workshops
Discover the wildlife and wonders of South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe Explore Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Soweto, and Robben Island Spot animals in Thornybush Nature Reserve, Hwange National Park, and Chobe National Park Enjoy three nights aboard the Rovos Rail
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OPULENT MEDITERRANEAN
September 22 - October 7, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
September 25 - October 6, 2022 Go Next
Tour four nations: Poland, Hungary, Austria, and Czech Republic Explore Warsaw’s Old Town and tour the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps Travel to historic Krakow, and tour the Wieliczka Salt Mine Explore Budapest, with its lively café culture Journey along the scenic Danube Bend Enjoy three nights in Vienna and three nights in Prague, with music, tours, and cultural experiences
Cruise aboard Oceania’s Nautica from Barcelona to Rome Enjoy an autumnal voyage through cities of the western Mediterranean Savor a sauvignon blanc in a 14th-century castle on the scenic Costa Brava Shop for handicrafts in France’s oldest city, Marseille Play a game at Monte Carlo’s famous casino Tour the Provençal countryside Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Taormina Explore Naples and visit the ruins of Pompeii
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LANDSCAPES & LIGHTHOUSES OF COASTAL MAINE
October 1-11, 2022 Go Next
October 8-14, 2022 Premier World Discovery
Cruise aboard Oceania’s Insignia from New York to Montreal Sail the coasts of Canada and New England during fall-color season Set out on a schooner in Newport as you sail the Narragansett Bay Sample fresh-caught seafood in Portland, Maine Cruise to Saint John, and witness the Reversing Falls tidal phenomenon Get a taste of Nova Scotia in Sydney Stop in Québec City for high tea at the iconic Château Frontenac
Enjoy a Boston city tour, and visit historic Fenway Park Travel along Maine’s beautiful coastline to your hotel overlooking the Kennebunk River Experience a Casco Bay Cruise to see lighthouses, forts, lobster boats, and seals Visit the Portland Head Lighthouse and Museum Experience an authentic, working Lobster Boat Explore the rugged beauty of New Hampshire’s White Mountains Board the Conway Scenic Railroad for a ride through the Mt. Washington Valley countryside Travel along the scenic Kancamagus Highway
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ISLAND LIFE IN ANCIENT GREECE
FLAVORS OF NORTHERN ITALY
October 8-16, 2022 Thomas P. Gohagan & Co.
October 8-16, 2022 Orbridge
Cruise aboard the Le Bougainville Visit the islands of Delos, Mykonos, Pátmos, Rhodes, and Santorini, including the Peloponnese Peninsula Visit Meteora, and walk through the Lion Gate of legendary Mycenae Explore the ruins of the Sanctuary of Asklepios of Epidaurus Converse with local residents about contemporary life on the islands
Spend seven nights at a historic farmhouse on a wine- and olive oil-producing estate Join cooking classes with locals who share their families’ histories and recipes Visit Verona Enjoy wine tastings and presentations, a polenta-making demonstration, a balsamic vinegar tasting, and a cheesemaking demonstration Visit Lago di Garda, Italy’s largest lake, and take a boat tour around Lago d’Iseo NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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October 24 - November 4, 2022 AHI Travel
October 28 - November 11, 2022 Odysseys Unlimited
Stay in first-class hotels in Nice, France; and Sestri Levante, Italy Tour Nice, Monaco, and Monte Carlo Visit Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Èze, and Villefranche-sur-Mer Explore Genoa, Portofino, Santa Margherita Ligure, and the Cinque Terre Enjoy dinner by the Bay of Silence and an Italian cooking lesson
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Begin the tour in historic Cairo Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx Tour the massive Aswan High Dam Enjoy a four-night Lake Nasser cruise Explore temples at New Kalabsha, Wadi el-Seboua, Amada, and Abu Simbel Sail on a classic three-night Nile voyage Travel to Luxor, the world’s “greatest open-air museum” Return to Cairo for three nights
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MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
MONTREAL & QUEBEC CITY CHRISTMAS MARKETS
November 23-26, 2022 Sports & Entertainment Travel (SET)
December 1-5, 2022 Premier World Discovery
Kick off the holiday season with the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Join the crowd of more than 3.5 million people who gather annually in New York See the famous balloons, live performances, and one-of-a-kind floats Be a part of the history of the famous parade – a tradition since 1924
Embrace the holiday spirit with the unique Christmas markets of Quebec and Montreal Enjoy two nights in Montreal’s Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel In Montreal, visit Notre Dame Cathedral and explore the Christmas Market Board the Via Rail train for the scenic journey to Quebec City Enjoy a two-night stay at the Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City Visit the festive German Christmas Market in the heart of Old Quebec
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December 11-19, 2022 AHI Travel
February 18 – March 1, 2023 Poseidon Expeditions
Cruise aboard the M/V Sea Spirit Begin in the world’s southernmost city: Ushuaia, Argentina Cross the Drake Passage, watching for humpback and fin whales Experience wildlife viewing, amazing scenery, and excursions via Zodiac View penguins among towering mountain peaks and immense glaciers Travel to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula
Cruise aboard the MS Amadeus Silver III along the Rhine River Embrace the old-world holiday spirit in Germany and France Explore festive markets decked out for the holidays Visit Heidelberg, Freiburg, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Breisach, Strasbourg, and Rüdesheim Personalize your journey with a choice of excursions, from wine tastings to culinary tours NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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May 19-29, 2022
June 11-19, 2022
Take a guided tour of London Travel from London to Paris by Eurostar train Enjoy a city tour of Paris, Siene River cruise, and Paris museum pass Relax in the French Riviera and Greek Isles Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Pompeii Experience a guided tour of Roma and a stay in Tuscany Take an overnight ship to Greece with the optional trip extension
Relax on the famous beaches and stroll the villages of Santorini and Mykonos islands Visit the Acropolis in Athens Test your bargaining skills at the markets of Monastiraki Take in dramatic landscapes overlooking azure waters Feast on Greek cuisine
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CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY
September 3-11, 2022
September 15-18, 2022
Explore Florence, a city packed with extraordinary art and architecture Discover the Italian Riviera, with its breathtaking coastal scenery Hike along paths through the villages of Cinque Terre Dip into the magic of Italy’s Tuscan countryside Savor local Chianti wine and authentic Italian cuisine
Visit San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf and Golden Gate Bridge Travel to Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley vineyards Enjoy wine tastings at world-class vineyards and intimate boutique wineries Tour the Francis Ford Coppola Museum
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PLAN FOR THE UNEXPECTED. Protect your investment and yourself with a travel protection plan.
Plans include coverage for:
• Trip Cancellation • Trip Interruption • Travel Delay • Baggage Loss • Accident and Sickness Medical Expense
• Emergency Medical Evacuation • Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) Optional Upgrade • And more!
PROUD TO SERVE: IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY TRAVELING CYCLONES
MY.TRAVELINSURE.COM/ISUAA • (800) 937-1387
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GENERAL INFORMATION
TRAVELING CYCLONES PROGRAM The Iowa State University Alumni Association provides educational travel tours for Cyclones everywhere: our alumni, their families, and friends. The travel program is designed to provide enjoyment, to promote educational and cultural experiences, and to strengthen alumni bonds to the university, while carrying Cyclone spirit to every part of the world. PROGRAM INFORMATION The Traveling Cyclones travel program will offer 60 trips in 2022, traveling both internationally and domestically. We offer ocean and river cruises, land tours, and immersion experiences, along with some unique programming. Traveling Cyclones provides alumni and friends the opportunity to travel together on trips that provide enriching and quality educational opportunities, sometimes with an ISUAA staff host, and always under the direction of top-rated tour directors and operators. Our goal is to create a unique experience for our travelers and connect Traveling Cyclones everywhere to ISU in a special way. DISCLAIMER Dates, schedules, pricing, and program details are all subject to change. Please verify details, dates, and pricing prior to booking a reservation directly with the tour operator, and check www.isualum.org/travel for updates throughout the year.
WHO CAN TRAVEL WITH TRAVELING CYCLONES? The opportunity to travel with us is open to all ISU alumni and friends. We do hope that alumni of Iowa State who travel with us choose to be members of the Alumni Association. Membership in the Alumni Association supports the Association’s many programs. MAY I ARRANGE MY OWN AIR TRAVEL? To guarantee the best airfares, our tour operators have negotiated special rates with major airlines that may require passengers to take non-direct flights. Please feel free to discuss a “land-only” option should you wish more direct flights or to use frequent-flyer miles. The Alumni Association has no control over air travel and sometimes challenging airport infrastructure. Important to remember: If you book your own flights, you are responsible for making connections with the main group. WHERE CAN I GET MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT A CERTAIN TRIP? Brochures may be requested online at www.isualum.org/travel. Brochures will be mailed about 6-11 months prior to departure. However, each tour operator makes its own decision on how many brochures to mail, so not everyone may receive every brochure. In most cases, there is no need to wait for a brochure to reserve space on a tour. Electronic versions of most brochures are available at www.isualum.org/travel. Many tours fill quickly, so we encourage you to reserve your spot as soon as you can.
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HOW DO I MAKE A RESERVATION FOR A TRIP? Please contact Shellie Andersen at the ISU Alumni Association tollfree at (877) ISU-ALUM (478-2586), locally at (515) 294-9310 or by email at shelliea@iastate.edu. You may also contact Lainey Crawford at (515) 294-5775 or laineyc@iastate.edu. Reservations are honored in order of receipt. You may also call the tour operator associated with the trip. WHAT IF I’M BOOKING JUST FOR MYSELF? Trip pricing is based on double occupancy, or two people sharing a room or cabin, unless specified by the “no single supplement” text. Many of the trips offered will require a single supplement for those who wish to travel alone. On most tours, a limited number of single rooms are available. We keep a database of single travelers and send out email requests to those looking for a roommate. Contact Shellie or Lainey to be added to the list. WILL MY TOUR INCLUDE A HOST? A minimum number of participants is required to secure the services of an ISUAA host. We make every effort to send a host from our staff on as many departures as possible as we know this greatly enhances the travelers’ experience and makes the trip unique. Please note that our tour operators provide tour directors or program guides on every trip, and they do a fantastic job. Their goal, and ours, is to take great care of you and make sure you have the trip of a lifetime.
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DO I HAVE TO BE IN GOOD PHYSICAL SHAPE TO TRAVEL? To enjoy the alumni travel experience, passengers must be in good physical and mental health and be able to keep pace with the group. Passengers requiring extraordinary help must be accompanied by an assistant who will provide all required aid. IF I CANCEL, WILL I GET A REFUND? Tour participants are subject to cancellation penalties as outlined in the individual trip brochures. Cancellation penalties are structured to coincide with advance payments that our tour operators must make to their suppliers, and the penalties are strictly enforced due to these contractual commitments. Because our tour operators have different cancellation policies, please make sure that you understand all cancellation penalties prior to making your trip deposit. We also highly encourage purchasing trip cancellation insurance. SHOULD I PURCHASE TRIP INSURANCE? We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance to ensure coverage in case of an illness, injury, medical evacuation, delay, or unforeseen emergency. For your convenience, the Alumni Association has partnered with USI Travel Insurance Services to provide insurance to our passengers. We suggest that you check with your medical insurance company to determine whether you are covered when traveling outside the United States. Details on the ISUAA’s travel insurance information are found at my.travelinsure.com/isuaa.
For nearly 50 years, Traveling Cyclones have connected Cyclones everywhere through amazing adventures of world discovery. A program of the ISU Alumni Association, Traveling Cyclones is an educational and cultural exploration for all alumni, families and friends – including solo travelers. When you book your Traveling Cyclones tour, you have the assurance of an exceptional journey that is safe, offers convenient options from departure to destination, and fosters lifelong connections. Partner with the ISU Alumni Association as you choose your next adventure. Let’s go there!
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Iowa State University Alumni Association ISU Alumni Center 429 Alumni Lane . Ames, Iowa . 50011-1403 www.isualum.org/travel . shelliea@iastate.edu . laineyc@iastate.edu (515) 294-9310 . (877) ISU-ALUM