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UCALGARY 2019 – 2020 Travel Study Programs
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Do you love to learn? Do you love to travel? Experience both with UCalgary Continuing Education! Every year UCalgary Continuing Education, in association with other academic departments, offers a series of amazing travel programs. The educational component that is part of every program is what sets these trips apart from any other holiday you will ever take. Travel worry-free, knowing a Continuing Education travel program coordinator has handled all of the logistics. You will be guided throughout the program by your accompanying instructor — someone who has a passion for your destination. All of the travel programs begin with orientation classes in Calgary. Everyone is welcome in the UCalgary Educational Travel Study Program, where every trip is the trip of a lifetime!
Tanzania and the Serengeti Plains Feb. 25 – March 13, 2019
India: The Wonders of the Past and Present April 3 – 17, 2019
Odyssey Through Ancient Greece April 6 – 19, 2019
Ireland: A Cultural and Culinary Tour April 27 – May 11, 2019
New York City: Journey Through Art History May 7 – 12, 2019
Italy: An Archaeological and Historical Tour of Campania May 30 – June 15, 2019
France’s Greatest Treasure: A Literary and Wine Tour June 7 – 17, 2019
Vancouver Island Kayak Adventure: Sea Otters and Rainforest July 13 – 19, 2019
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Experience Canada’s North at Kluane Lake, Yukon Aug. 5 – 12, 2019
Croatia and Slovenia: Ancient Cities of Eastern Europe Aug. 25 – Sept. 9, 2019
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Canada North: Explore Inuit Arts and Culture of Nunavut
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Costa Rica and Panama: A Caribbean Adventure
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Sept. 23 – Oct 3, 2019
Oct. 5 – 18, 2019
Three Himalayan Kingdoms: Bhutan, Nepal, Sikkim with Optional Extension to India
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Nov. 7 – 24, 2019 Ext: Nov. 24 – 28, 2019
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Nov. 10 – 19, 2019
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“Live” Like a Local, Eat Like a Local in Taipei and Hong Kong A Whale of a Time In Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula Feb. 29 – March 14, 2020
General Information
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Tanzania and the Serengeti Plains FEBRUARY 25 – MARCH 13, 2019
Travel these wild African plains to discover a state of being where glorious nature can rejuvenate and inspire the hungriest of human souls. Itinerary
FEB. 25 – 27 Depart Calgary for the overnight journey to Tanzania. FEB. 28 Arusha. We travel to Arusha, National Park. We spend our day at leisure to recover from jet lag and savour the easy pace of the pleasant surroundings. Explore the beautiful hotel grounds, bird watch or take a relaxing dip in the pool, all while you enjoy great views of Mount Meru. MARCH 1 – 2 Tarangire. We travel west in private safari vehicles to beautiful baobab studded Tarangire National Park. Clusters of elephants, buffalo, kudu, oryx, and eland crowd the shrinking pools. The park is the one place in Tanzania where dry-country antelope, Tarangire’s famous tree climbing lions and leopards and over 550 species of birds such as hornbills, kingfishers, rollers, are regularly seen. MARCH 3 – 5 Ngorongoro Crater. Stay in a luxury lodge on the crater’s rim and each day descend 600 meters to the floor of the caldera. During the descent green candelabra trees give way to the familiar acacias of the African plains. The relatively small crater, just 260 square kilometers, is a wildlife Garden of Eden packed with 30,000 animals. MARCH 6 – 9 Ndutu. We enjoy morning and evening game drives to savour the abundance of wildlife in the Ndutu area of the Serengeti ecosystem. Ndutu is in the heart of the short grassy plains where the great herds gather to give birth. On one of the days, travel to Olduvai Gorge where the legendary archeologists, Drs. Mary and Louis Leakey, found hominid remains of Homo habilis, and Homo erectus.
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MARCH 10 – 11 Serengeti National Park. Travel deeper into the Serengeti ecosystem to explore Serengeti National Park. Unlike the open grassy plains of the Ndutu area, here the savannah is dotted with acacia woodlands. In morning and afternoon game drives, continue to discover the differing niches of the grass-eaters and those that prey upon them. Capture the sorts of African images, with your memory and your camera that documentaries are made of.
KENYA
VICTORIA LAKE Serengeti National Park Ndutu Ngorongoro Crater
Arusha
Tarangire
INDIAN OCEAN
TANZANIA
$12,800 Includes land, domestic air, tuition and GST
MARCH 12 Return to Arusha for the flight home. MARCH 13 Arrive home.
Accompanying Instructor
Dr. Wayne Lynch is an internationally-recognized naturalist, science writer and professional wildlife photographer. His photo credits include hundreds of magazine covers, thousands of calendar shots, and tens of thousands of images published in over 60 countries. He is also a popular guest speaker, and audiences worldwide applaud his practical and entertaining approach to natural history. As well, he is the author and photographer of over 50 natural history books for children, young adults and adults. He is an elected fellow of the Explorers Club and the Arctic Institute of North America, and his biography has been included in the Canadian Who’s Who, published by the University of Toronto, since 1996. Wayne has made over two dozen trips to the Serengeti. He has planned and accompanied trips for Continuing Education to Brazil, Namibia, Arctic Norway, Kenya, Boreal Canada and Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands.
$2,200 Estimated air travel
Meals Three meals daily are included
Activity Level: Mild Orientation Course Feb. 13 and 20 | W | 7 - 9:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: Ecology of the Serengeti Ecosystem.
India: The Wonders of the Past and Present APRIL 3 – 17, 2019
Discover the sights, sounds and smells of this truly enchanting country by exploring various facets of Indian history, society and culture.
CHINA
Agra
Jaipur
Itinerary
Orchha
APRIL 3 - 4 Arrive in Delhi. Welcome to India!
APRIL 11 Agra. The city is a major tourist destination because of such splendid architectural jewels as Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, and its exquisite handicrafts.
APRIL 5 New Delhi. Our journey begins with a sightseeing tour of New Delhi, including the ceremonial avenue Raj Path (“King’s Way”), the India Gate war memorial, the Parliament House, the President’s Residence, the Museum of Mahatma Gandhi and the National Museum.
APRIL 12 Jhansi, Orchha and Khajuraho. Travel by rail to Jhansi, and drive to the medieval town of Orchha. Afternoon tour to the temples and monuments of this historical site.
APRIL 6 Old Dehli. Today we visit Red Fort and several other well-known sites. In the evening we join the Aarti Ceremony (Sacred Lights) in Laxmi Narayan Temple. APRIL 7 South Delhi. Tour of the Qutub Minar, taking in the Indo-Islamic architecture and Lodhi Garden complex to see the architectural monuments built in the era of the first Muslim rulers in India. APRIL 8 Jaipur is a charismatic historical city. We will see the City Palace, the official residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur, the Hawa Mahal (“Palace of Winds”), and medieval observatory Jantar Mantar (“Magical Device”). APRIL 9 Amber Fort and Jaipur. Amber fort is one of the most fascinating Indian forts in Rajasthan and includes the Royal palace with its famous Hall of Mirrors. An afternoon visit to a Jaipur rug or gem factory. APRIL 10 Fatehpur Sikri - Agra. Morning transfer to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri, founded as the capital of Mughal Empire in 1571, with perfectly preserved red sandstone and white marble monuments.
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NEPAL
New Delhi
Khajuraho
Varanasi
INDIA
$5,500
APRIL 13 Khajuraho. This village in Madhya Pradesh has a large group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples built by the Chandela dynasty in 10-12 c. and richly adorned with excellent sensually explicit sculptures.
Includes land, domestic air, tuition and GST
APRIL 14 Varanasi. After breakfast we fly to Varanasi, the most sacred city of India and the oldest living city in the world. Thousands of pilgrims come to bathe in the Ganges and worship in the river at the first light of dawn.
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APRIL 15 Old Varanasi. We take a sunrise river cruise after which we explore old Varanasi and later we visit a silk factory. APRIL 16 Delhi. Morning flight to Delhi. Free time and a farewell dinner. APRIL 17 Morning transfer to airport to fly back home.
Accompanying Instructor
Dr. Valery Efimenko graduated from the Oriental Department of St. Petersburg State University. For over thirty years, his academic interests were focused on East Indian studies. He has taught for Continuing Education since 2004.
$1,400 Meals Three meals daily are included
Activity Level: Moderate Orientation Course March 6 and 20 | W | 7 - 9:30 p.m. March 16 | Sa | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: Geography, History of India, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Islam, Hindu society, National costumes, Fine arts, dance and music, Hindu and Buddhist architecture. 4
Odyssey Through Ancient Greece APRIL 6 – 19, 2019
Walk the streets of Socrates, explore the home of a Trojan War hero, experience the glory of an Olympian… and the food, beaches and sea.
GREECE Delphi Athens Olympia
Itinerary
APRIL 6-7 Welcome to Athens! After we familiarize ourselves with this incredible city we will gather in the evening in Monastiraki Square for our first delicious Greek meal together. D APRIL 8 Athens. After breakfast we visit the Areopagus and the Hill of the Pnyx. In the afternoon, we embark on a walking tour of Athens. B APRIL 9 Athens. Today we visit the National Archaeological Museum, the ruins of the Athenian Agora, the Panathenaic Way, the Dipylon and the Street of Tombs and its museum. B APRIL 10 Athens. Today we visit the Theatre of Dionysus and the Acropolis Museum. B APRIL 11 Marathon and Delphi. Travelling by coach to Marathon, where Athenian soldiers bravely defended Greece from a Persian invasion. We also visit Hosios Loukas, a UNESCO World Heritage site. B APRIL 12 Delphi. After breakfast, we visit Ancient Delphi and its ruins, ambling along the Sacred Way taking in Delphi’s highlights. The afternoon is free to explore, or take an optional hike through the forested foothills of Mount Parnassus. B APRIL 13 Nafpaktos and Olympia. Travel by bus to Ancient Olympia with lunch at Nafpaktos. B APRIL 14 Olympia. This morning we enjoy the site of Ancient Olympia to ourselves, the temples to Hera and Zeus and a shrine to Phillip II. After lunch, we explore the Museum of the History of the Olympic Games. B
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APRIL 15 Kalamata, Messene, Peloponnesus, Aegean Sea and Tolo. Today we travel across the Kalamata region to the site of Messene. B APRIL 16 Mycenae, Tiryns and Tolo. After breakfast we visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Mycenae and Tiryns, the Epidaurus stadium, temples and the perfectly preserved ancient theatre. B
$3,695
APRIL 17 Nafplio and Tolo. Today we visit Nafplio. Those with the energy can climb the 999 steps to the Venetian Palamidi Castle. B
Includes land, tuition and GST
APRIL 18 Corinth, Corinth Canal and Athens. We return to Athens stopping at the Temple of Apollo, the Peribolos of Apollo and other ruins, before crossing the Isthmus to the Corinth Canal. We enjoy one last traditional Greek meal and toast one another for a successful Odyssey. B, D
Estimated air travel
$1,495 Meals Included meals are shown B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
APRIL 19 Farewell Greece. In morning we say yah sou (“Farewell”) to Greece and return to Calgary. B
Activity Level: Moderate
Accompanying Instructor
Orientation Course
Scott Norris earned his MA from the University of Calgary and taught for many years in the Department of Greek and Roman Studies and with Continuing Education. For the past 10+ years he has worked as an instructor and guide leading educational trips to Europe and all over the world. Scott’s extensive knowledge of Greece and its culture will help facilitate authentic experiences and provide insight into Greece’s many wonders and how this remarkable country has influenced our culture and civilization throughout the ages.
March 20 and April 3 | W 7 - 9:30 p.m. | UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: history, art, literature and culture of ancient Greece, with emphasis on the Archaic and Classical periods, as well as background information for the sites we will be visiting.
Ireland: A Cultural and Culinary Tour APRIL 27 – MAY 11, 2019
Visit the Emerald Isle, home of Guinness, Viking castles, spectacular seaside cliffs, historic jails, sparkling crystal and fine Irish cuisine.
NORTHERN IRELAND IRELAND Galway
Itinerary
MAY 6 Kilkenny, Waterford. Today we’ll see and taste all that Kilkenny has to offer. B, L
APRIL 28 Welcome to Dublin. Stretch out with a short walk before a casual dinner. D
MAY 7 Limerick, Galway. We stop in Limerick for lunch on our way to Galway. Upon arrival we’ll take a short walk before enjoying a Galway dinner. B, L, D
APRIL 27 Depart Calgary, overnight to Dublin.
APRIL 29 Dublin Castle, Guinness Storehouse. Intrigue awaits us on our tour of Dublin Castle followed by a city walking tour and tasting at the Guinness Storehouse. B, L APRIL 30 Dublin. Morning at leisure. After lunch together we enjoy a guided culinary walking tour of the city. B MAY 1 Belfast, Dublin. Travelling by coach to Belfast, we’ll enjoy a guided tour including Titanic Belfast, followed by lunch and a literary-themed pub tour. Return to Dublin in the early evening. B, L MAY 2 Kilmainham. Tour Kilmainham Gaol built in 1796. Now a museum, it outlines much of the political and social history of Ireland. B, D MAY 3 Glendalough, Wicklow, Waterford. After breakfast our private coach takes us to Waterford via Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains. B, D MAY 4 Waterford. A guided walking tour will take us through Waterford and its famous crystal factory. We’ll also have a taste of blaa, a delicate Waterford bread. B, D MAY 5 Cork, Midleton, Waterford. A guided walking tour will take us through Cork including stops at a salmon smokehouse and Jameson’s Distillery. B, L Visit conted.ucalgary.ca/travelprograms for a complete itinerary
Dublin
Waterford
MAY 8 Galway. After breakfast we’ll meet our local guide for a walking tour of central Galway, with the rest of the day to explore on our own. B
$6,695
MAY 9 Galway. We’ll forage the Irish coast with Galway’s culinary experts and lunch on oysters and tartare. We’ll attend a cooking demonstration at one of Galway’s premier restaurants, finishing the day with a six-course meal there. B, L, D
$1,200
MAY 10 Cliffs of Moher, Galway. We’ll visit the Cliffs of Moher and return to Galway via the Burren (dominated by glaciated karst). Spend the rest of the day on our own before one final Irish dinner. B, D
Included meals are shown B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
MAY 11 ‘Slán go fóill’ Ireland. Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Dublin airport. B
Accompanying Instructor
John Gilchrist reviewed restaurants for CBC Radio in Calgary for 38 years, retiring in 2018. His restaurant column in the Calgary Herald ran for almost two decades and he authored eleven National BestSellers and three apps on dining in southern Alberta. He leads culinary travel programs for the University of Calgary Continuing Education, where he’s taught Food and Culture programs for over twenty years.
Includes land, tuition and GST
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Activity Level: Moderate Orientation Course April 17 and 24 | W | 7 - 9:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: Cultural history of Ireland including the arrival of the Celts and the Vikings and England’s involvement and the culinary background and current tastes of the Emerald Isle.
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New York City: Journey through Art History MAY 7 – 12, 2019
Discover the captivating art, culture and history of New York City, and explore its magnificent museums.
CANADA
New York
Itinerary
MAY 7 Travel from Calgary to New York City. Time to relax and explore the neighbourhood before dinner and a short meet and greet in the evening. MAY 8 We will start our journey to visit to The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the largest art museum in North America. We will explore ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman collections, comprised of over forty-three thousand extraordinary objects. The classical civilizations are the beginning of our exploration and the groundwork for all our later sightings. Afterwards, you will have time to relax and explore, and after dinner (every evening of our tour), we will have an optional gathering to share our impressions and answer your questions. MAY 9 We will tour The Cloisters Museum and Gardens, the branch of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The Cloisters houses the Met’s medieval art and architecture collections. Enjoy unparalleled views of the Hudson River, stroll through enchanting gardens and see masterpieces of medieval sculpture, tapestries, stained glass, illuminated manuscripts and more. MAY 10 We will explore Gothic Revival and neoclassical architecture of the 19th and 20th centuries. First, we will visit Trinity Church, a designated National Historic landmark, considered a classic example of Gothic Revival. Next, we will tour St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a spectacular Neo-Gothic church on Fifth Avenue, and a prominent landmark of New York City. Next, we will explore the city’s Neoclassical architecture which embodies the
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revival of ancient Greek and Roman styles, and is the first truly national style in the United States. MAY 11 We will visit The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the most influential modern art museum in the world. It houses arguably the best collection of contemporary masterpieces, such as Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night, Claude Monet’s Reflections of Clouds on the Water-Lily Pond, Andy Warhol’s Campbell’s Soup Cans and works by Jackson Pollock. Experience the museum as “a place that fuels creativity, ignites minds, and provides inspiration,” and explore the world’s most revolutionary and legendary contemporary art. MAY 12 We will end our journey of discovery at the Guggenheim Museum which houses a renowned and continuously expanding collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and early Modern and contemporary art. The iconic museum’s cylindrical building was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright who conceived it as a “temple of the spirit”. We will walk down the spiral viewing visiting exhibits and enjoy a private tour of the museum’s innovative architecture, history and permanent collections, which will end our voyage.
Accompanying Instructor
Marina Fischer, MA, studied history of art, classics and ancient history at the University of Calgary. Marina works as Collection Specialist at Nickle Galleries at the University of Calgary, and shares her passion for teaching through her Continuing Education classes, travel courses and tours.
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$2,825 Includes land, tuition and GST
$575 Estimated air travel
Meals Breakfast is included daily
Activity Level: Moderate Orientation Course May 2 | Th | 7 - 9:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: The culture, art and history of the places we will be visiting.
Italy: An Archaeological and Historical Tour of Campania MAY 30 – JUNE 15, 2019
Fall in love with Campania! Known today and in antiquity for its art and architecture, geology and cultural mix, and of course its cuisine and wines.
ITALY Rome
CAMPA NI
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Capua Naples Pompeii Capri Salerno
Itinerary
MAY 30 - 31 We begin with an orientation of Rome, Vatican City and St. Peter’s Square. JUNE 1 Rome. Walk in the footsteps of emperors as we visit some of the most recognizable sites in Rome. JUNE 2 Naples. Upon arrival we tour the Campi Flegrei, the ruins of Pozzuoli, the Museo Archeologico dei Campi Flegrei, the Flavian amphitheatre and the ruins of Baiae by glass-bottom boat. JUNE 3 Naples. A guided tour takes us through Naples in the day and the Botanical Garden in the evening. JUNE 4 Naples, Sorrento. Visit the National Archeological Museum in the day and transfer by coach to Sorrento in the evening where we’ll take a guided walking tour and enjoy some Limoncello. JUNE 5 Pompeii. Explore Pompeii, its Coliseum and much more, ending with the Villa of the Mysteries. We also sample some of the many famous vintages at a Campania winery.
to discuss Vesuvius’ activities, and if possible, the Museum of the Royal Vesuvian Observatory. JUNE 9 Amalfi Coast, Salerno. We leave Sorrento for a scenic coach ride along the Amalfi Coast to Salerno, with several tourist stops along the way. JUNE 10 Salerno. Experience guided tours of Salerno’s many famous sites. If time permits we’ll explore the Museo della Ceramica.
$6,075
JUNE 11 Salerno. Explore Paestum including the museum. One option is to explore the WWII Allied Forces’ landing zone and monuments. If time permits, we’ll travel to Cava de’Tirreni and Nocera Superiore.
$1,600
JUNE 12 Capua. We travel to Capua, for a guided tour. JUNE 13 Capua. Visit the Museo Archeologico dell’Antica Capua and the sights along the Appian Way. JUNE 14 Capua. Wander through the Spanish – royal – Palace and its park. Travel by bus to the oldest wine cellars, followed by a tasting.
Includes land, tuition and GST
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Meals Breakfast and Lunch or Dinner are included daily
Activity Level: Moderate Orientation Course
JUNE 6 Mount Vesuvius. Explore the well-preserved ruins of Herculaneum, visit the Villa di Papiri and hike to the crater’s rim of Mount Vesuvius.
JUNE 15 Farewell and return flight home.
May 16 and 23 | Th | 7 - 9:30 p.m. UCalgary campus
JUNE 7 Capri. Travel by ferry to the island of Capri, visit Tiberius’ villas and walk around the town. If weather, tides and time permit, we will attempt a Blue Grotto boat tour ($). Return by ferry to Sorrento.
Accompanying Instructor
Dr. Bill Glanzman is a specialist in the archaeology of the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions. He has worked on many archaeological excavations and has been published on the archaeology and history of these regions. Bill is also a frequent instructor with Continuing Education having lead tours to Jordan, Syria, Cyprus and Egypt.
Topics for discussion: Detailed overview of the program and basic Italian phrases.
JUNE 8 Castellammare di Stabia. Our coach takes us to Castellammare di Stabia, where scholars meet Visit conted.ucalgary.ca/travelprograms for a complete itinerary
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France’s Greatest Treasure: A Literary and Wine Tour JUNE 7 – 17, 2019
See France like you’ve never seen before: through the eyes of the wine world during WWII.
BELGIUM
Reims Paris
Itinerary
JUNE 7 Overnight flight to Paris. JUNE 8 Welcome to Paris! Our English-speaking guide will take us to our hotel. We will have lunch at a local bistro and the afternoon free to explore the City of Light. L JUNE 9 Montmartre. Using our metro pass, we will enjoy a guided tour of Montmartre and its last surviving vineyard. We will lunch on Place du Tertre, where local artists sell their work. The afternoon will be at your leisure. B, L JUNE 10 The Louvre. We will take a guided tour with an art historian who will reveal the preparations undertaken to hide the Louvre’s greatest treasures before the Nazis occupied Paris. The afternoon will be yours to explore at your leisure. Dinner will be at Brasserie Grande Coeur. B, D JUNE 11 Beaune. Travel by train to the medieval city of Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy and home of the leader of the local French Resistance, Maurice Drouhin. Enjoy a guided mini-train tour of Beaune’s historical centre. B JUNE 12 Burgundy. Our English-speaking guide will take us on a morning cycling tour of the vineyards around Beaune. We will have lunch in the countryside. Your afternoon will be at your leisure. B, L JUNE 13 Beaune. In the morning, visit Maison Joseph Drouhin, the winery from whose cellars Maurice Drouhin escaped capture by the Nazis. This special tour will include the Hospices de Beaune, and a wine
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tasting. In the afternoon, We’ll visit the Wine Museum, housed in the former palace of the Dukes of Burgundy (14th-18th century). Dinner in a local restaurant. B, D JUNE 14 Epernay, Reims. Travel by private coach to these two cities virtually destroyed during WWI, rebuilt in the inter-war period, only to suffer the German occupation during WWII. We will enjoy lunch in Epernay and a tour of Champagne Mercier, featuring a 18-km cellar tour via laser-guided train. B, L
Epernay
FRANCE Beaune
$4,995 Includes land, tuition and GST
JUNE 15 Reims. A day of champagne tasting starts with a walk from our hotel to Veuve Clicquot for a tour and tasting. Travel by private coach to Champagne Pommery (Champagne) for a guided tour and tasting. B
$1,500
JUNE 16 Reims. Enjoy this day at your leisure with a farewell dinner at a local brasserie. B, D
Included meals are shown B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
JUNE 17 Au revoir France! Transfer by private coach to CDG airport and return flight home. B
Activity Level: Moderate
Accompanying Instructor
Orientation Course
Terri Baker is an alumnus of the University of Calgary with a PhD in English literature. Fueled by her passion for literature, Terri explores French history and the French wine industry through both fictional and non-fictional accounts of how French culture and French industry intersect. She especially focuses on the roles played by the men and women of the wine industry during one of France’s darkest eras: the Nazi Occupation. She enjoys enhancing literary experiences by connecting them to historic and current events.
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May 13 and 15 | M, W 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: The books on our reading list, fictional and non-fictional texts that will enrich our engagement with the history and culture of the sites we visit.
Vancouver Island Kayak Adventure: Sea Otters and Rainforest JULY 13 – 19, 2019
Immerse yourself in the wild beauty of Vancouver Island’s coastal temperate rainforest.
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Spring Island
Fair Harbour Comox
Itinerary
JULY 13 Comox. Direct, 1½-hour, non-stop flight from Calgary to Comox. Overnight at the Old House Hotel & Spa in Courtney. D JULY 14 Fair Harbour, Spring Island. An early morning private van transfer from Courtenay to Fair Harbour on the northwestern coast of Vancouver Island. The trip is a scenic five-hour journey with brief stops to stretch our legs, with a packed lunch en route. Once we arrive in Fair Harbour we take a private water taxi to our wilderness retreat on Spring Island, in the scenically beautiful Mission Group Islands near the Aboriginal community of Kyuquot. L, D JULY 15-17 Full-day and half-day kayak outings and nature hikes to different destinations within the Mission Group Islands, plus the opportunity for a boat-based wildlife-viewing excursion that offers an excellent platform for photography. B, L, D JULY 18 After a half day of exploring tide pools, hiking or kayaking we return to Fair Harbour after lunch by private water taxi and make the 5-hour return van trip to Courtenay where we enjoy a dinner together at Locals Restaurant, and overnight once again in The Old House Hotel. B, L, D
Know before you go
BASE CAMP: The base is a small permanent camp on a secluded island cloaked in giant rainforest trees. Guests are housed in high-walled tents, each with an ocean view and tucked among the trees for privacy. Visit conted.ucalgary.ca/travelprograms for a complete itinerary
All the tents have real beds with mattresses and there’s a communal hot shower to refresh oneself after an invigorating day in nature. A camp cook keeps the group well fed with hearty meals served in an enclosed mess tent, but most days everyone prefers to eat their meals around the campfire which is a welcome location to review the many highlights of the day. KAYAK SKILLS: The trip is designed for novice kayakers. There is one professional kayak guide assigned by the operator for every five clients, and all the kayaks are top-quality, fibreglass one- and two-person kayaks. Prior to our outings the guides give a thorough safety briefing and basic kayak instructions to ensure everyone is comfortable with their skills.
Accompanying Instructor
Dr. Wayne Lynch is an internationally-recognized naturalist, science writer and professional wildlife photographer. His photo credits include hundreds of magazine covers, thousands of calendar shots, and tens of thousands of images published in over 70 dozen countries). He is also a popular guest speaker, and audiences worldwide applaud his practical and entertaining approach to natural history. As well, he is the author and photographer of over 60 natural history books for children, young adults and adults. He is an elected fellow of the Explorers Club and the Arctic Institute of North America, and his biography has been included in the Canadian Who’s Who, published by the University of Toronto, since 1996.
USA
$3,885 Includes land, tuition and GST
$550 Estimated air travel
Meals Included meals are shown B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
Activity Level: Active Orientation Course July 3 | W | 7 - 9:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: Ecology of the temperate rainforest, and the general biology, behaviour and ecology of the sea otter.
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Experience Canada’s North at Kluane Lake, Yukon AUGUST 5 – 12, 2019
Discover the beauty of Canada’s north from the remoteness of a mountain research camp.
USA
YUKON Kluane Lake Whitehorse
Itinerary
and plenty of small mammals through a planned excursion with biological researchers at nearby Squirrel Camp. Our final night will culminate in a bonfire celebration on the beach and a northern inspired dinner. B, L, D
AUG 6 Kluane Lake Research Station (KLRS). Early morning departure for the research station. The scenic 2.5 hour drive will take us through the foothills of the St. Elias Mountain range before arriving at the main range. We will stop at Haines Junction on the way and visit the Da Ku Culture Centre of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations.
AUG 11 Whitehorse. Today we will return to Whitehorse in the morning and tour the historic sites of the city including the legislative assembly, S.S. Klondike, and Beringia Interpretive Center. In the afternoon we’ll be treated to a tour and a tasting at Yukon Brewery before heading to our accommodations at the Takhini Hot Springs where we will enjoy a gourmet crepe dinner and a well-deserved soak in the springs. B, D
$2,230
AUG 12 Our final day will be left open for everyone to explore their chosen sites before departing on an afternoon flight. B
Included meals are shown B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
AUG 5 Depart from Calgary for Whitehorse, via a short Vancouver layover. Arrive in the afternoon and settle into the Coast Hotel. Spend the evening exploring Whitehorse. Meals not included this day.
We will be based at the Kluane Lake Research Station, operated by the Arctic Institute of North America. From here we will explore the surrounding environment and visit sites of historical and cultural importance. L, D AUG 7 – 10 Full-day and half-day activities and outings will allow guests to experience the pristine environment and unique culture of the north. During the stay we will hike to the peak of Sheep Mountain giving us an unfettered view of Kluane Lake and the Kaskawulsh Glacier, and visit Soldier’s Summit where the two ends of the Alaska Highway were joined in 1942. We will experience the culture & history of the region through visits with local First Nations elders and cultural activities at the Shakat Tun Culture Camp including a traditional medicine walk, shore fishing, atlatl making and spear throwing, a trap line tour, meat and berry drying, and drum making. Opportunistic animal sightings may include grizzly bears, Dall’s sheep, moose, lynx, deer, golden eagles,
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Accompanying Instructor
Dr. Michael Moloney is an underwater archaeologist and paleoclimatologist who has conducted research projects around the world. He is a talented guest speaker who has entertained audiences with his engaging speaking style throughout Canada and aboard Arctic cruise lines. In addition to research, Dr. Moloney is an avid outdoorsman enjoying multi-day forays into the backcountry, day hikes, and rock climbing, and canoeing. During the winter, he spends his time snowshoeing, ski touring, and snowboarding. He is a fellow of the Arctic Institute of North America.
Includes land, tuition and GST
$500 Estimated air travel
Meals
Activity Level: Active Orientation Course July 24 | W | 7 - 9:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: Detailed overview of the program.
Croatia and Slovenia: Ancient Cities of Eastern Europe AUGUST 25 – SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Experience ancient Roman settlements, medieval city-states, Renaissance palaces, and beautiful coastline, in this culturally intriguing region. Itinerary
AUG. 25 Depart Calgary for an overnight flight.
AUG. 27 Bled. Visit Bled Castle and travel by boat to Bled Otok. Visit Lake Bohinj including a visit to St. John the Baptist Church and an Alpine dairy farm. Ascend 1537m by cable car to Vogel Mountain.
SEPT. 5 – 6 Hvar. Morning ferry to Hvar where we’ll visit Tomić winery. In the afternoon enjoy free time or climb up to Fortica, the fortress overlooking Hvar. The next day is a full-day guided tour of Hvar.
AUG. 28 Ljubljana. Visit to Ljubljana for a guided tour of Ljubljana Castle, the National Museum of Contemporary History, and the National Assembly of the Republic of Slovenia.
SEPT. 7 – 9 Vukas, Ston, Dubrovnik. Depart for Dubrovnik, visiting Vukas winery en route with oysters tasting. Afternoon walking tour of ‘Old Dubrovnik’. Visit the Franciscan Monastery, the old Harbor, Rector’s Palace, the city walls and many other historical sights. Walk the 13th century battlements where the TV show Game of Thrones was filmed. Enjoy the time of leisure for individual sightseeing or last minute shopping and a farewell dinner.
SEPT. 2 Plitvice. Guided hike and boat trip in Plitvice Lake National Park, a unique natural wonder with 16 terraced crystal clear lakes and 90 waterfalls.
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CROATIA
Rijeka Rovinj Pula
Plitvice
SEPT. 3 Zadar, Bibich, Split. Depart for Split with a stop in Zadar to visit the Roman Forum and the sea organ and Bibich winery. SEPT. 4 Split. We will visit the Diocletian’s Palace, Mausoleum and Peristyle Court followed in the afternoon by an optional visit to Trogir or free time to explore on your own.
SEPT. 1 Rijeka, Plitvice. Depart in the morning, with lunch in Rijeka before travelling to Plitvice.
SLOVENIA
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINIA
Zadar
AUG. 26 Kropa and Bled. Arrive in Ljubljana, Slovenia where we meet our tour escort and transfer to Kropa. Enjoy a snack and some free time in this beautiful village before further travel to Bled. Welcome dinner in Bled.
AUG. 29 – SEPT. 1 Rovinj. Depart for Rovinj, with a stop on the way at Predjama Castle. In the afternoon we’ll visit the Postojna Jama, an astonishing two million year old and 24 km long cave. We will also stop in Pula to see the Roman Colosseum. During our time in Rovinj, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the old city, a tour of the islands of the Rovinj Archipelago and the beautiful islands of St. Katarina, Piruzi, St. Andrew Maskin FKK, St. Ivan and the Lim Fjord.
Bled Ljubljana
Split Hvar Dubrovnik
$6,050 Includes land, tuition and GST
$1,900 Estimated air travel
Meals Breakfast daily, 9 dinners, 1 lunch
Activity Level: Moderate Orientation Course
SEPT. 9 Farewell. Hotel check out and transfer to the airport for our flight back to Calgary.
Aug 13 and 15 | T, Th 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | UCalgary campus
Accompanying Instructor
Topics for discussion: Culture, art and history of Croatia and Slovenia including Ljubljana, Bled, Plitvice, Split, Rovinj, Hvar, and Dubrovnik.
Marina Fischer, MA, studied history of art, classics and ancient history at the University of Calgary, where she works as Collection Specialist in the Nickle Galleries. Marina is a recipient of a 2018 University of Calgary Teaching Award and she shares her passion for teaching and learning through Continuing Education classes, travel courses and tours.
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Canada North: Explore Inuit Arts and Culture of Nunavut SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 3, 2019
Explore the Canadian North, meet its people and explore the world-renowned art and culture of the Inuit.
Pangnirtung
NUNAVUT
Itinerary
SEPT. 23 Ottawa. We will begin our adventure with a tour of Inuit art at the National Gallery of Canada and the current exhibition at Carleton University. SEPT. 24 Cape Dorset. Once we arrive in Cape Dorset, we take a walking tour of the community before dinner. B SEPT. 25 Cape Dorset. Today we visit the Kenojuak Cultural Centre (KCC) where master lithographer and arts manager Bill Ritchie will give us a personal tour of the facilities and you will meet the carving buyer. After dinner we’ll enjoy a talk from an elder. B SEPT. 26 Cape Dorset. Today includes a ½ day trip across the bay by boat to visit Mallikjuaq Territorial Park. In the afternoon, a local guide will take us to visit carvers working in their carving studio shelters, followed by dinner and entertainment. B, D SEPT. 27 Iqaluit. After a visit to the Legislative Assembly, we’ll visit Matthew Nuqingaq’s Aayuraa Studio. Later we’ll visit the Nunatta Sunakkutaangit museum. B SEPT. 28 Iqaluit. We will explore Inuit sealskin fashion design at Rannva design studio, and Eva Aariak’s arts and crafts gallery. Later we’ll enjoy a private screening of recent award-winning films produced by young Inuit film makers. B SEPT. 29 Iqaluit. Today Louis-Philip of Inukpak Outfitting will take us for a half-day hike along the Sylvia Grinnell River in the Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park. After you’ll have time to explore Iqaluit on your
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own until we come together for a group dinner in the hotel dining room B, L, D
Cape Dorset
Iqaluit
HUDSON BAY
SEPT. 30 Pangnirtung. We travel to the picturesque community of Pangnirtung, bordering Auyuittuq National Park. Upon check in, we’ll do a quick walk about of the community before dinner. B OCT. 1 Pangnirtung. Today, we travel by boat down Cumberland Sound to the old whaling station at Kekerten. On the way, we may see Bowhead whales, polar bears as well as seals. B, L, D OCT. 2 Pangnirtung. We will visit Uqqurmiut, the arts and crafts centre and the adjoining print shop, and have tea and bannock with the weavers and printmakers. In the evening we return to Iqaluit and bid farewell to Nunavut. B OCT. 3 We return to Ottawa, say goodbye as we head to our final destinations.
Accompanying Instructor
Kyra Vladykov Fisher’s master in Fine Arts from the University of Calgary, led her to teach for Nunavut Arctic College in Iqaluit, Cape Dorset and Baker Lake. Over the past 14 years, she worked as Arts Manager for Kinngait Studios, the West Baffin Eskimo Co-op (WBEC) in Cape Dorset; as General Manager of the Uqqurmiut Arts & Crafts Centre in Pangnirtung; and as Manager, Cultural Industries, for the Government of Nunavut Department of Tourism and Cultural Industries in Pangnirtung. She has published articles as well as two guidebooks on Inuit art.
$6,370 Includes land, tuition and GST
$2,900 Estimated air travel from Ottawa
Meals Included meals are shown B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
Activity Level: Moderate Orientation Course Sept. 11 and 18 | W | 7 - 9:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: Practical aspects such as what clothing to bring and cultural practices to be observed, especially in Pangnirtung and Cape Dorset, and Inuit art to the present day.
Costa Rica and Panama: A Caribbean Adventure OCTOBER 5 – 18, 2019
Discover beauty and adventure in the less-travelled Caribbean coast of Costa Rica and Panama – one of the most biodiverse areas of the world.
CARIBBEAN SEA Arenal Tortuguero San Jose Cahuita Turrialba Bocas del Toro
COSTA RICA
Itinerary
OCT. 5 Upon arrival our private guide and shuttle will greet us at the airport. We drive to La Fortuna and relax at a natural hot springs. D OCT. 6 Canyoneering or Hanging Bridges. Today, we experience Gravity Falls where we jump from canyon walls into crystalline pools and rappel down rushing waterfalls! ($125) Or enjoy a comfortable walk along the hanging bridges at Mistico Park. ($41) B, L
PANAMA
OCT. 14 Punta Uva. An early departure takes us back to Costa Rica where we’ll sea kayak and enjoy an interpreted hike. OCT. 15 Pacuare. We gear up for this bucket-list river, down 19 miles of jungle and paddle some of the world’s best whitewater. B, L OCT. 16 Guayabo and CATIE. We visit an archeological reserve and plantation, and botanical gardens. B
$4,495 Includes land, tuition and GST
OCT. 7 Tortuguero National Park. Transfer by boat from Pavona to Tortuguero for a guided boat tour of the area. B, L, D
OCT. 17 Irazu Volcano and Cartago. A ride up the volcano takes us to the main summit crater, with a beautiful volcanic lake. B, D
$950
OCT. 8 Hiking and Turtle Nesting. Today we depart for a rainforest hike to spot monkeys, sloths and toucans. In the evening we take a guided sea turtle nesting tour. B, L, D
OCT 18 Goodbye Costa Rica. Today we return home. B
Meals
OCT. 9 Caribbean Coast. We travel by boat and motor coach to Puerto Viejo. B, L OCT. 10 Cahuita National Park. Snorkel the reef from a boat tour and hike a wildlife paradise of forest creatures and orchids. B OCT. 11 Bocas del Toro. Beauty awaits in Bocas del Toro, our home for the next few days. B OCT. 12 Travelling by boat, we head to Bastimentos for a guided wildlife-rich hike and exploration of the Nividia Bat Cave. OCT. 13 Dolphins, coral reef, white sand and crystal clear water are on the agenda today. Visit conted.ucalgary.ca/travelprograms for a complete itinerary
Know before you go
In this program we will kayak through jungle canals, whitewater raft, snorkel, surf, hike, and see plenty of wildlife. Along the way we will experience the relaxed Caribbean culture found on the eastern coast of Costa Rica and Panama.
Accompanying Instructor
Nick Martin is a certified member of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (TRCI), an Active member of the Canadian Avalanche Association, and both a canoe and kayak instructor with Paddle Canada. Nick has also worked as a caving guide and is highly trained in wilderness first aid and swift water rescue. Nick is an accomplished instructor and trainer for the University of Calgary climbing program, and has been with the university Outdoor Centre since 2012.
Estimated air travel
Included meals are shown following daily itinerary B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner Meals are not included Oct. 12 - 14
Activity Level: Active Orientation Course Sept. 19 and 26 | Th 7 - 9:30 p.m. | UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: Overview of the sites we will be visiting as well as packing for the trip, what to expect on the tours and an overview of the trip logistics. 14
Three Himalayan Kingdoms: Bhutan, Nepal, Sikkim with Optional Extension to India NOVEMBER 7 – 24, 2019 EXTENSION: NOVEMBER 24 – 28
Explore Kingdoms that enchant and enlighten with their timeless traditions, unique architecture and stunning mountainous landscapes.
CHINA NEPAL Delhi
SIKKIM BHUTAN
Kathmandu Agra
Itinerary
NOV. 7 - 9 Arriving Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
NOV 18 Paro - Darjeeling. Free time in the morning, then we fly to Bagdogra (India). Driving to Darjeeling.
NOV. 10 Kathmandu. Visiting Durbar (“Royal”) Square; Kumari Palace - the home of a young girl worshipped as a living goddess; the Swayambhunath Stupa; and the Pashupatinath Temple.
NOV 19 Darjeeling. Major attractions here: the Tiger Hill for a picturesque view of the Himalayas; the Ghoom Monastery, Japanese Peace Pagoda, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, and Tea Garden.
NOV. 11 Patan. Visit this ancient city of Hindu temples and Buddhist monuments. Optional scenic flight to Mount Everest and other peaks (extra cost).
NOV 20 Darjeeling - Gangtok. Morning drive to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, visiting en route important Hindu and Buddhist temples.
NOV 12 Bhaktapur. This ancient city is famous for its traditional art and architecture. We will see another Durbar Square and the Bhaktapur National Art Gallery, housing artwork of Nepalese and Tibetan culture.
NOV 21 Gangtok. City tour. Visit the Rumtek and Enchey monasteries, Institute of Tibetology, Handicraft Centre and Flower exhibition.
NOV. 13 Kathmandu - Thimphu. Morning flight to Paro, transfer to Thimphu the capital of Bhutan. City tour.
NOV 22 Tsangmo Lake. Trip to Tsangmo Lake, sacred for the Buddhists and Hindu. Ride on decorated yaks.
Gangtok Darjeeling
Thimpu Paro
INDIA
$8,995, $1,995 extension Includes land, tuition and GST
$2,795 Estimated international and domestic air travel
Meals Three meals daily are included
NOV 23 Gangtok - Delhi. Flight to Delhi. NOV 14 Thimphu. The day is dedicated to the significant Buddhist monuments and museums. Folklore show in the evening.
NOV 24 Delhi. Farewell. Flight home or the optional extension, Delhi-Agra tour.
NOV 15 Thimphu. We visit to the School of Traditional Arts and Crafts and the Handicraft Emporium. Later drive to Paro and its dzongs (fortified buildings) and a typical Bhutanese farm house.
Delhi – Agra (Extension) NOV 24 – 28 Dehli and Agra. This additional tour takes us through Old Dehli, New Dehli, and Agra where we’ll visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
NOV 16 Paro Valley. The jewels of the Bhutanese architecture to be discovered today ending with an evening stroll through Paro. NOV 17 Haa Valley. Day return excursion to the Haa valley, enjoying the view of the Chellela Pass and visiting two of its oldest temples.
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Accompanying Instructor
Dr. Valery Efimenko graduated from the Oriental Department of St. Petersburg State University. For over thirty years, his academic interests were focused on East Indian studies. He has taught for Continuing Education since 2004.
Activity Level: Moderate Orientation Course Oct. 2, 9 and 16 | W | 7 - 9:30 p.m. Oct 26 | Sa | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: History of Nepal, Bhutan and Sikkim, Hinduism, Buddhism and Himalayan shamanism, Casteism and polyandry, Specific cultural forms like stupa architecture, shamanic masks and thangka painting.
“Live” Like a Local, Eat Like a Local in Taipei and Hong Kong NOVEMBER 10 – 19, 2019
Experience the beauty of Taipei and Hong Kong through the eyes of a native and discover where the locals shop, eat and spend their free time.
CHINA Taipei
Jiufen
TAIWAN
Itinerary
NOV. 10 Depart Calgary on an overnight flight. NOV. 11 Taipei. Our tour begins by visiting Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall exploring the exhibits and architecture, wrapping up with an early dinner. D NOV. 12 Beitou, Ximending districts. Our first stop is Lungshan Temple of Manka where we will pray for a safe and fun-filled trip and try Poe Divination. After lunch we will relax in one of Beitou’s hot springs, after which we’ll head to Ximending. B, L NOV. 13 Dihua Street. We spend the morning visiting traditional medicine shops, fabric markets and tea shops on Dihua Street. After lunch we tour the National Palace Museum, and later the Shilin Night Market. B, L NOV. 14 Jiufen. Today we travel to Jiufen and spend the day exploring on your own. Before returning to Taipei, we’ll learn how to prepare and taste Chinese tea at a teahouse. Back in Taipei, we will wrap up our Taiwan adventures with an allyou-can-eat hot pot dinner. B, D NOV. 15 Hong Kong. After hotel check-in, tour Victoria Harbour aboard the Star Ferry and climb up Victoria Peak via the Peak Tram. Our first day in Hong Kong will conclude after dinner. B, D NOV. 16 Central District. After our dim sum breakfast, we ride the Hong Kong Tram to sightsee the Central District, try Cart Noodles, take a walking
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tour and go to the Hong Kong Museum of History. After an early dinner we’ll stroll through Temple Street. B, L, D NOV. 17 Sham Shui Po District. Visit Heritage Mei Ho House Museum, followed by bamboo-pressed wonton noodles lunch and local snacks. Then we discover local haunts, visit an indoor market, eat at a Dai Pai Dong, an open-air street food stalls, and end the day with an easy night hike up Garden Hill. L, D NOV. 18 Mong Kok District. This morning we visit Wong Tai Sin Temple and spend the day in Mong Kok District, where you can try various street food. After a Hong Kong-style tea break, the rest of the day is free for exploring the city. L, Tea NOV. 19 Farewell. After hotel check-out we will be taken by private transfer to the airport.
Accompanying Instructor
Shirley Ho is a Senior Contracts Specialist at the University of Calgary and holds a BA and Juris Doctor degrees in law, and has traveled to no less than 14 countries. She was born in Hong Kong and spent her early childhood in the former British colony before moving to Canada. She holds permanent resident status in Hong Kong and is fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin, visiting the region regularly to stay up-to-date with the local scene. Shirley’s knowledge of Hong Kong and Taipei goes “beyond the textbook” and is that of someone born and raised in the culture and region.
Hong Kong
$3,025 Includes land, tuition and GST
$1,430 Estimated international and domestic air travel
Meals Included meals are shown following daily itinerary B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
Activity Level: Moderate Orientation Course Nov. 2 | Sa | 9:30 am - 3:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: History and culture of both cities, an overview of Hong Kong’s housing, local customs and food, and background information on the sites that we will be visiting. 16
A Whale of a Time in Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula FEBRUARY 29 – MARCH 14, 2020
USA
Surround yourself with dozens of 36-tonne whales breaching, spy-hopping, and frolicking; at the ultimate destination for whale sightings and more.
Guerrero Negro
Itinerary
FEB. 29 Loreto. Depart from Calgary on the direct flight to Loreto, Mexico where we’ll settle into Loreto Bay Resort. MARCH 1 Danzante Island, Loreto. An all-day boat trip searching for humpback, fin and blue whales. Stop at Danzante Island for lunch and a short hike. MARCH 2 Loreto. Spend the day visiting the San Javier Mission and Rancho Santo Domingo where we climb to a hillside cave to view 5000-year old rock paintings. MARCH 3 Islas El Requeson, Mulege. Travel by private van to Mulege, with stop at the beach on Islas El Requeson. MARCH 4 Santa Rosalia, Sonoran Desert, San Ignacio. Continue along the peninsula to Santa Rosalia with a stop at the Three Virgins Volcanoes on our way to San Ignacio. MARCH 5 San Ignacio Lagoon, San Ignacio. This morning we travel to San Ignacio Lagoon to see our first mother gray whales and their newborn calves. MARCH 6 Laguna Ojo de Liebre, Guerrero Negro. We visit the most famous gray whale nursery of them all, Laguna Ojo de Liebre. MARCH 7 -9 Guerrero Negro and San Ignacio. Begin each day with a whale-watching tour. In the afternoons we visit the salt mine, climb and photograph the dunes of San Miguelito.
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MARCH 10 Loreto. We return to Loreto for an afternoon at our ocean-side resort.
San Ignacio
MEXICO
Mulege Loreto
Loreto Bay National Park
MARCH 11 Isla Coronado, Loreto. An all-day boat trip to Isla Coronado to visit a California sea lion colony, swim, picnic, and search for pods of common dolphins and whales. MARCH 12 Sierra de la Giganta, Loreto. Visit the Loreto Mission, take a nature hike searching for desert plants and wildlife and a local goat ranch. MARCH 13 Danzante Island, Loreto. An early morning start guarantees a spectacular sunrise view from Mirador Frida ending with a sunset cruise around Danzante Island. MARCH 14 Farewell Loreto! Afternoon flight home to Calgary.
Accompanying Instructor
Dr. Wayne Lynch is an internationally-recognized naturalist, science writer and professional wildlife photographer. He is the author and photographer of over 60 natural history books, and is an elected fellow of the Explorers Club and the Arctic Institute of North America. His biography has been included in the Canadian Who’s Who, published by the University of Toronto, since 1996. Wayne has travelled in Baja for over 40 years. He has planned and accompanied trips for University of Calgary Continuing Education to Antarctica, Borneo, Brazil, Namibia, Arctic Norway, Kenya, Tanzania, Boreal Canada and Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands.
$6,475 Includes land, tuition and GST
$950 Estimated air travel
Meals Breakfast is included daily
Activity Level: Moderate Orientation Course Feb. 5 and 12 | W | 7 - 9:30 p.m. UCalgary campus Topics for discussion: Geography and natural history of the Baja Peninsula and the Sea of Cortez and the ecology and biology of the grey whales and the importance of the nursery lagoons.
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Activity Levels
If you are concerned about your physical ability to participate in any portion of your tour, please notify the instructor before your departure date. Each trip follows the activity rating below: Mild: These excursions involve periods of walking for short distances over relatively level surfaces, which may include brick, cobblestone and limited steps. Standing or sitting for extended periods may also be necessary to fully enjoy these excursions. Moderate: These excursions are fairly active and involve periods of walking over even and uneven surfaces, which may include brick, cobblestones, steps, and in some cases steep steps. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time may be necessary to fully enjoy these excursions. Active: Good physical condition is required. These excursions are considered active and involve constant effort including walking long distances and over uneven or rough terrain. Water activities may involve extended periods in a current, climbing a ladder during beach or swimming stops, paddling, surfing and snorkeling.
Orientation Classes
Led by our exceptional travel study instructors, these courses consist of one to three days. Topics include the instructors’ experience and/or research on the areas to be visited, as well as any necessary background information on the area. The itinerary, travel arrangements, and health matters will also be discussed in detail.
Fees
Cost includes: tuition, orientation course, accommodation, transfers, all surface travel, and meals as listed in the itinerary. Museum/gallery entry, and other activities are included in the cost unless noted in the itinerary. A $500 non-refundable deposit is required with the registration form. Final payment is due 120 days prior to departure. Fees are based on the information available at the time of print and are subject to change to reflect any changes in currency rates, airfares, or land costs. Price decreases or increases, and any changes will be reflected in the final payment and passed on to the participant. All fees are based on double occupancy and a minimum of 10 - 16 participants. Fees in all programs exclude airport taxes; passport and visa fees; cancellation, medical and other personal insurance; gratuities for local guides; wine, liquor, and other items not specifically mentioned as included; and other personal services.
Single Supplement
Every effort is made to find a suitable roommate for those who wish to share, however, if this is not possible, a single supplement charge will be applied. Single supplement is available for most trips. Fees will vary accordingly.
Insurance
We highly recommend cancellation and medical insurance. Information will be sent out at the time of final payment.
Refund Policy
Should you need to cancel your trip, please call 403.220.2866. Please be aware that after the final payment date, we may not be able to refund any portion of the trip. Your $500 deposit is non-refundable.
Liability and Responsibility
University of Calgary and its travel agents will exercise all reasonable care in making arrangements for conducting the tour. They are, however, acting only in the capacity of an agent and do not assume liability for any damage to persons or property resulting from or arising out of any act or inadvertence of any hotel, carrier, restaurant, or other company or persons rendering any of the services included in the tour or for any damage caused by other factors beyond their control. The passage contract in use by the airlines concerned when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the airlines and passengers. All prices are based on current international exchange rates and airfare prices at the time of planning the tours, and are subject to change. In the event that it becomes necessary or advisable to alter the itinerary or arrangements for any reason whatsoever, such alterations may be made. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the participants; conversely refunds will be made to participants if any savings are affected thereby. The right is reserved to decline, accept, or retain any participant or tour member at any time.
Contact Information
Educational Travel Study Program UCalgary Continuing Education 2500 University Drive NW Calgary, AB T2N 1N4 Phone 403.220.2866 Fax 403.284.9242 conted.ucalgary.ca/travelprograms Heather Richards Manager | Travel Study Program 403.220.4632 heather.richards@ucalgary.ca
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CHOOSE YOUR
ADVENTURE 2019 – 2020 Travel Study Programs
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Tanzania and the Serengeti Plains Feb. 25 – March 13, 2019 with Dr. Wayne Lynch
Experience Canada’s North at Kluane Lake, Yukon Aug. 5 - 12, 2019 with Dr. Michael Moloney
India: The Wonders of the Past and Present April 3 – 17, 2019 with Dr. Valery Efimenko
Croatia and Slovenia: Ancient Cities of Eastern Europe Aug. 25 - Sept. 9, 2019 with Marina Fischer, MA
Odyssey Through Ancient Greece April 6 – 19, 2019 with Scott Norris, MA Ireland: A Cultural and Culinary Tour April 27 – May 11, 2019 with John Gilchrist New York City: Journey through Art History May 7 - 12, 2019 with Marina Fischer, MA Italy: An Archaeological and Historical Tour of Campania May 30 - June 15, 2019 with Dr. Bill Glanzman France’s Greatest Treasure: A Literary Tour of History and Wine June 7 - 17, 2019 with Dr. Terri Baker Vancouver Island Kayak Adventure: Sea Otters and Rainforest July 13 - 19, 2019 with Dr. Wayne Lynch
University of Calgary Continuing Education 2500 University Drive NW Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4
Canada North: Explore Inuit Arts and Culture of Nunavut Sept. 23 - Oct 3, 2019 with Kyra Vladykov Fisher Costa Rica and Panama: A Caribbean Adventure Oct. 5 - 18, 2019 with Nick Martin Three Himalayan Kingdoms: Bhutan, Nepal, Sikkim with Optional Extension to India Nov. 7 – 28, 2019 with Dr. Valery Efimenko “Live” Like a Local, Eat Like a Local in Taipei and Hong Kong Nov. 10 – 19, 2019 with Shirley Ho A Whale of a Time In Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula Feb. 29 – March 14, 2020 with Dr. Wayne Lynch
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