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DEAR UW ALUMNI AND FRIENDS, Your college days may be over, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop learning. Our travel program offers unique opportunities to experience new faces, places and cultures from all across the globe. The best part— you’ll travel with fellow Huskies! Renowned travel writer Tim Cahill says “A journey is best measured in friends, rather than miles.” We invite you to see the world with UW alumni and friends, building new friendships that last long after you’ve returned home. Together, you’ll savor the thrill of travel as you visit exciting destinations and enrich your understanding of other customs. Our tour operators are the best in the business and provide first-class adventures from start to finish. Plus, our program offers incredible value and variety. Some trips are all inclusive, while others give you the flexibility to choose excursions and personalize your vacation. Here are just some of the highlights from our 2010 tour schedule: • Variety—we offer ocean cruises, river cruises and land tours with value in mind. Take your pick, pack your bags. We’ll see you there. • Choose your continent! Africa, Asia, Europe and South America— it’s all here! • Favorite locations—we’re bringing back popular tours to Cortona, Peru and Russia. You don’t want to miss out this time around! • Discover Dubai—join us for our first UW trips to Dubai. Choose from a week-long immersion or a cruise that begins in Singapore and ends in the “City of Gold.” If you love to learn, hunger for new experiences and enjoy journeys of self-discovery, you’ll find all this and more with UW Alumni Tours.
2009 TOURS
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JUNE
Bavaria/Oberammergau
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JANUARY
KENYA & TANZANIA EGYPT
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PANAMA CANAL COSTA RICA AFRICA BY PRIVATE JET
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MARCH
SOUTH AFRICA ARGENTINA
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APRIL
Saxony/Elbe River SINGAPORE TO DUBAI
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BALTIC SEA Russia River Cruise Ukraine/Dnieper River
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AUGUST
AEGEAN SEA Oregon Shakespeare Festival
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SEPTEMBER
Danube River Dubai Sicily TurKEY
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OCTOBER
MAY
GREECe PROVENCE Historic reflections EUROPEAN COASTAL CIVILIZATIONS Seine River
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Pearls of Dalmatia Cortona Italian Lakes & DALMATIaN COAST Peru
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TOURS SCHEDULE 20–21
I look forward to seeing you soon.
Pauline Ranieri Director, UW Alumni Tours
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WHY TRAVEL WITH US? Our trips blend exploration, education and amazing places into travel experiences you can’t find anywhere else. The world is your campus now. See us for your class schedule. LEARN ON THE GO. We work with companies dedicated to “educational” travel. They hire the best guides and provide lifelong learning opportunities all across the globe. Most trips feature lectures given by local experts, UW faculty or faculty from a partnering university. GET MORE FOR YOUR MONEY. Traveling is an investment, and we make sure you get the best value for your money. Our trips allow you to stretch your travel dollar so that you can experience a wide variety of cultural, educational and recreational activities without any surprise charges. WE DO ALL THE WORK. Convenience. Ease of travel. No hassle vacations. Every detail, from transportation and lodging to the finest dining and sightseeing activities, is pre-planned so that your trip is 100% worry-free. Your only job is to relax, learn and, most importantly, have fun! MAKE NEW FRIENDS. Traveling with fellow Huskies and friends is a great way to stay connected to the University and each other. More than half of our travelers are repeat travelers, meaning they trust UW Alumni Tours and intend to see more of the world with us. ENJOY RED-CARPET TREATMENT. Quality, expertise and professionalism—that’s what you get with UW Alumni Tours. Travel in style and enjoy dazzling hotels and attentive hosts who continually go the extra mile. Vacations come and go, but we make sure your travel memories last a lifetime. TREAT YOURSELF TO AN UNFORGETTABLE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE. LEARN MORE AT UWALUM.COM/TOURS
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STILL LOOKING FOR SOMEWHERE TO GO IN 2009? UW Alumni Tours has space available to some very exciting destinations. Act fast so you can be a part of the fun! OREGON SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL AUGUST 20–23 Highlights: Backstage Tour, Lectures, Performances of Much Ado About Nothing, Henry VIII and Equivocation NOVA SCOTIA & PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND SEPTEMBER 5–14 Highlights: Halifax, Dundee, Charlottetown, Digby, Pictou PARADORES & POUSADAS SEPTEMBER 21–OCTOBER 5 Highlights: Lisbon, Evora, Carmona, Ronda, Ubeda, Madrid TURKEY: THE BLUE VOYAGE SEPTEMBER 23–OCTOBER 8 Highlights: Istanbul, Troy, Kusadasi, Gulet Cruise, Antalya BURGUNDY & PROVENCE SEPTEMBER 27–OCTOBER 8 Highlights: Paris, Beaune, Macon, Lyon, Toumon, Avignon, Arles, Nice
HOW TO CONTACT US To sign up or get more information on these and other trips, contact us by phone at 206-685-9276 or 1-800-289-2586 or e-mail at uwaatour@u.washington.edu. You can also check our Web site at www.UWalum.com/tours.
LUCCA – ALUMNI CAMPUS ABROAD OCTOBER 6–14 Highlights: Sienna, Pisa, Florence, Carrara, Viareggio CHINA, TIBET & THE YANGTZE RIVER OCTOBER 14–NOVEMBER 1 Highlights: Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Lhasa JORDAN OCTOBER 23–NOVEMBER 3 Highlights: Amman, Petra, Aqaba, Dead Sea EGYPT & THE NILE NOVEMBER 4–20 Highlights: Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Lake Nasser, Nile River cruise ISRAEL – ALUMNI CAMPUS ABROAD NOVEMBER 7–16 Highlights: Jerusalem, Dead Sea, Sea of Galilee, Haifa, Tel Aviv VIETNAM NOVEMBER 11–26 Highlights: Hanoi, Da Nang, Can Tho, Ho Chi Minh City
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Kenya & Tanzania January 6–22 Travel to Kenya and Tanzania and experience the thrill of going “on safari.” Enjoy intimate game drives and experience close-up encounters with all your favorite animals. Explore the foothills of Mt. Kilimanjaro and see the world’s largest elephant population at Amboseli National Park. Delight in the variety of game at Serengeti National Park, and marvel at prehistoric Olduvai Gorge, known as the “Cradle of Mankind.” An optional two-night extension to Dubai makes this an unforgettable adventure. Price: $6,495 land only Tour Operator: Odysseys Unlimited Activity Level: Mildly Active
Days 4-6 Masai Mara: Visit a luxury tented camp in Kenya’s premier game reserve
Masai Mara Game Reserve •
Mediterranean Sea
KENYA • Nairobi
• Serengeti National Park Ngorongoro • Amboseli National Park Crater • • Lake Manyara
Days 7-8 Amboseli: This wildlife reserve is in the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro
Indian Ocean TANZANIA
Days 9-10 Ngorongoro: Cross into Tanzania and travel to Ngorongoro Crater Days 11-12 Serengeti: One of the last great wildlife refuges, you’ll spy lions, tigers and…giraffes! Days 13-14 Lake Manyara: Relax at one of Tanzania’s smallest and most diverse parks Day 15 Nairobi: Celebrate our African adventure at a farewell dinner Day 16 Fly home
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Find out why many of our travelers consider this the tour of a lifetime. From the Pyramids of Giza to historic Alexandria, you’ll experience the awe and majesty of one of the world’s most remarkable regions. Cruises on the Nile River and Lake Nasser highlight this deluxe itinerary that welcomes UW Lecturer Joel Migdal as well as an expert Egyptologist. Extend your trip by adding an optional post-tour extension to the fabled city of Petra—an incredible site you won’t want to miss. Price: $4,795 with group air from Seattle (land only is not available for this tour) Tour Operator: Odysseys Unlimited Activity Level: Moderately Active
Day 1 Fly to Nairobi Days 2-3 Nairobi: Sightseeing includes the City Market and the house of Karen Blixen
Egypt & the Eternal Nile January 13–29 UW Lecturer: Joel Migdal, Robert F. Philip Professor of International Studies
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Day 1 Fly to Cairo
Alexandria • Cairo •
Days 2-5 Cairo: See the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and more
EGYPT
Days 6-9 Lake Nasser Cruise: Set sail from Abu Simbel and visit the statues of Ramses
Luxor • Aswan •
Red Sea
Nile River
Abu Simbel •
Lake Nasser
Days 10-12 Nile River Cruise: Journey to the island of Philae and see the Temple of Isis
The trip was very educational as well as beautiful and exciting. Africa is truly a “trip of a lifetime” destination.
Day 13 Luxor: Tour the Karnak, Luxor and Theban Triad Temples
—Stephen Oman, ‘70, & Marcia Scholl
Day 16 Cairo: Enjoy a farewell dinner
Days 14-15 Alexandria: Visit the Library of Alexandria and ancient Roman theater
Day 17 Fly home
We really got our money’s worth on this nearly comprehensive tour of Egypt. It was a logistical masterpiece with every air, boat, bus and hotel connection on-time or early! —Steve, ’75, & Ellen Lutz, ‘83
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Costa Rica’s Natural Heritage February 25–March 8
Cruise the Panama Canal February 3–14 Experience why Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler magazines continually rank Crystal Cruises as the “World’s Best” cruise line. Set sail from Miami and explore the sun-soaked islands of the Caribbean Sea before traversing the spectacular Panama Canal. Make port in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, Aruba and more on your way to Caldera, Costa Rica. Alumni will attend exclusive welcome and farewell parties and receive $500 per person shipboard credit. That’s a $1,000 per couple value!
Relish the beauty of Costa Rica—from cloud forest to rainforest, Central Valley to Pacific Coast. Experience the pristine landscapes, exotic forests and unique culture of this small Central American democracy kissed by nature. Your journey begins in San José and takes you to Irazu and Arenal Volcanoes. Explore unspoiled Ciudad Quesada and the “green cathedral” of Monteverde, where the hanging bridges Sky Walk provides unbelievable aerial views from the reserve’s canopy level.
Price: from $2,795 cruise only Tour Operator: AHI Travel & Crystal Cruise Line Activity Level: Mildly Active
Price: $2,695 land only Tour Operator: Odysseys Unlimited Activity Level: Moderately Active
• Miami
Day 1 Fly to Miami Days 2-3 Cruise the Atlantic Ocean: Relax aboard the Crystal Symphony
• Tortola
Caribbean Sea
Day 4 Tortola: Enjoy stunning white beaches on the largest of the British Virgin Islands Day 5 Antigua: This tropical paradise is the jewel of the Leeward Islands Day 6 St. Lucia: Explore lush rainforests and impressive architecture Days 7-9 Cruise the Caribbean Sea: The Beach Boys wanted to take you to Aruba for a reason Day 10 Panama Canal: Transit this man-made canal which joins the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans Day 11 Cruise the Pacific Ocean: Make your way to your final stop of Caldera, Costa Rica
Panama Canal
Antigua • St. Lucia • • Aruba
• Caldera
Great trip! Having other university alumni groups on board made for a lot of fine and interesting conversations. The Crystal Symphony has spoiled us for future cruising. —Josef & Teresa Selak, UW Friends
Day 12 Fly home
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Day 1 Fly to San José Days 2-3 San José: Spend two days exploring the cosmopolitan capital Days 4-5 Visit a local elementary school in the Arenal Region and explore Luna Nueva Rainforest Days 6-7 Monteverde: Enjoy a guided walk through this bountiful biological reserve Days 8-10 Guanacaste: Live it up in Coast Rica’s stunning Pacific coastal region Day 11 San José: Free time to explore and a farewell dinner Day 12 Fly home
These past two weeks will never be forgotten.We felt privileged to travel in such a friendly country and to be so close to so many living creatures on the river banks, in the trees and flying in the air. —Peg Morgan,’70, & Wayne Fulkerson
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MOROCCO
• • Atlas Mountains Marrakech
Siwa Oasis
• EGYPT
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Luxor
MALI
• Timbuktu Mopti • Dogon Country Djenne • • Kigali & Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Serengeti Plain
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• Kilimanjaro •
• Ngorongoro Crater
TANZANIA
ZAMBIA
Flightseeing in the Okavango Skeleton Coast Delta & Namib Desert • NAMIBIA • Swakopmund •• Walvis Bay •
Victoria Falls,
• Livingstone • Kalahari Desert
BOTSWANA
Sossisvlei
Anjanjavy Peninsula
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Andasibe
•National Park •Antananarivo MADAGASCAR
SOUTH AFRICA
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Around Africa by Private Jet February 26–March 20 UW Lecturer: James Karr, Professor Emeritus, Fisheries and Biology Delight in the luxury of your private and personalized Boeing 757 as you travel around the African continent with UW Lecturer James Karr and a team of world-class scholars. Meet with legendary tribes in Mali and enjoy face-to-face encounters with sensational wildlife in Tanzania. Visit the Serengeti and Sossusvlei deserts, and enjoy helicopter rides over Victoria Falls and the Nyungwe Rainforest. With so many excursions to choose from, this incredible African adventure is tailored to your desires. Price: $62,950 from Copenhagen Tour Operator: Starquest Expeditions Activity Level: Active
Days 10-12 Madagascar: Choose from Anjajavy Peninsula, Andasibe National Park or Antananarivo Days 13-14 Zambia: Take a helicopter ride over Victoria Falls
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Price: $5,895 land only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
Days 2-5 Cape Town: See the city and visit Robben Island, Cape Point Nature Reserve and more
Kruger National Park
Day 6 Matjiesfontein: Board the Rovos Rail and journey through South Africa’s countryside
Days 2-4 Spend two nights in Luxor or travel deep into the Egyptian Sahara to Siwa Oasis
Days 8-9 Visit the Serengeti or the grasslands of Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy luxurious accommodations, including a breathtaking journey on the Rovos Rail. Experience the culture, landscape and wildlife of South Africa, and walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela with visits to Robben Island and the Apartheid Museum. A three-day safari at Shishangeni in Kruger National Park brings you closer than ever to zebras, giraffes, kudu and more. You’ll embrace the thrill of travel on this superb South African experience.
Day 1 Fly to Cape Town
Day 1 Fly to Copenhagen
Days 5-7 Rwanda: Enjoy gorilla trekking into Volcanoes National Park
Treasures of Southern Africa March 2–16
Days 15-16 South Africa: Travel to Cape Town and ride a ferry to beautiful Robben Island Days 17-18 Namibia: Go to Walvis Bay or fly into the Sossusvlei Desert Days 19-22 Mali/Morocco: Cruise the Niger River and explore Timbuktu and the Atlas Mountains Day 23 Fly home
Shisahngeni Private Lodge •
Johannesburg • Soweto •
Day 7 Kimberly: Visit the Mine Museum and Big Hole, the world’s largest man-made cave Days 8-9 Johannesburg: Tour the Apartheid Museum and the home of Nelson Mandela Days 10-12 Shishangeni: Enjoy Kruger National Park and two days of game viewing
Kimberly • SOUTH AFRICA
• Cape Town
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Matjiesfontein
Day 13 Look for zebras, eland, kudu and steenbok on your final game drive Day 14 Fly home
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Saxony Cruise …on the Magnificent Elbe River April 16–24
Argentina & chile – Alumni Campus Abroad March 17–27 You’ll dance (literally) with excitement as you explore Argentina. Enjoy an exclusive lesson in the art of tango dancing in beautiful Buenos Aires. Tour a working ranch in Pampas, and feel the spray of glorious Iguazú Falls, where Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay converge. Journey to neighboring Chile and admire the Andes Mountains during a scenic drive to Santiago. Price: $2,995 land only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
Discover Berlin, Germany’s vibrant capital, and unpack just once as you enjoy seven leisurely nights aboard the MV Katharina von Bora river cruiser. Journey to Potsdam and visit stately Cecilienhof Palace, then tour the fine museums, cathedrals and the Semper Opera House in Dresden. Sail through the magnificent Saxon Alps and stay one night in historic Prague. Price: from $2,795 cruise only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
CHILE ARGENTINA Mendoza • • Santiago
Day 1 Fly to Buenos Aires
Pampas Region
• Buenos Aires
Elbe River
Day 1 Fly to Berlin
GERMANY
Days 2-3 Buenos Aires: Tour the city and learn to tango
Days 2-4 Berlin: Tour the city and board the deluxe MV Katharina von Bora
Day 4 Pampas: Visit a working ranch and see the gauchos display their horsemanship
Day 5 Wittenberg and Torgau: Relive the Reformation, Renaissance and the life of Martin Luther
Day 5 Iguazú Falls: Cross catwalks built directly over this spectacular series of waterfalls Day 6-8 Mendoza: Travel to the heart of Argentina’s wine country Day 9 Santiago: Relax and sightsee on your own in the Chilean capital Day 10 Fly home
Berlin • •Potsdam
Wittenberg •
• Torgau • Meissen Dresden • Prague • CZECH REPUBLIC
Day 6 Travel to the home of fine porcelain, Meissen, and the artistic treasure Dresden Day 7 Saxon Alps Cruise: Admire the mountains known as the “Switzerland of Germany” Day 8 Prague: Explore the ancient city’s castles, churches and cathedrals Day 9 Fly home
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Greece – Alumni Campus Abroad May 6–15
Cruise from Singapore to Dubai April 24–May 13 Climb aboard the beautiful Crystal Symphony and sail from fashionable Singapore to dazzling Dubai, the “City of Gold.” Along the way, you’ll follow the spice trade route of Marco Polo across the Indian Ocean and visit Phuket, a wonderful Thailand island known for its laid-back splendor. Travel to exciting Yangon, Myanmar, and the Indian cities of Kochi and Mumbai. Your two-night stay in Dubai is highlighted by white sand desert beaches and glitzy high-rises. As a special incentive, our travelers will receive a $1,000 per person ship board credit. That’s a $2,000 per couple value! Price: from $5,795 cruise only Tour Operator: AHI Travel & Crystal Cruise Line Activity Level: Mildly Active Days 1-2 Fly to Singapore and cross the International Date Line Days 3-4 Cruise the Strait of Malacca aboard the Crystal Symphony
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THAILAND
Phuket •
Andaman Sea
MALAYSIA
Indian Ocean
Day 6 Cruise the Andaman Sea
Day 10-12 Cruise the Bay of Bengal: Enjoy the Roman ruins of Myra, Perge and Aspendos
Price: $2,695 land only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
GREECE
Day 5 Phuket: Explore the sandy beaches and tropical forest of this Thailand island
Days 7-9 Yangon: Visit the vibrant Myanmar city and former capital of Burma
Greece is generally considered the cradle of Western civilization, and you’ll experience many of the wonders of this beautiful land steeped in mythology. Spend three nights in the capital of Athens followed by five nights on the island of Rhodes, exploring the legendary Acropolis and the majestic Temple of Apollo. Travel to the villages of Lindos and Kamiros, and enjoy a day trip to Marmaris in neighboring Turkey.
Singapore •
Day 1 Fly to Athens
TURKEY
• Delphi Athens •
Days 2-3 Athens: Tour the Acropolis and the Temple of Apollo in nearby Delphi
Marmaris • Kamiros •• Rhodes • Lindos
Days 4-6 Rhodes: Explore the island and visit the ancient village of Lindos Day 7 Marmaris: Board a hydrofoil for a cruise to this seaside Turkish town
Days 16-17 Cruise the Arabian Sea and Gulf of Oman
Day 8 Kamiros: Nicknamed the “Greek Pompeii,” you’ll marvel at the town’s ancient ruins
Days 18-19 Dubai: Spend two nights in the “City of Gold”
Day 9 Athens: Discover the lively Plaka district
Day 20 Fly home
Day 10 Fly home
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This was my first experience traveling abroad and I was thrilled with the overall tours, food, accommodations, camaraderie, guides and transportation. I felt I was in “good hands” during the entire trip. —Carol Crosetto, ’65
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Provence–Alumni Campus Abroad May 11–19 Tying the Mediterranean to the Alps are the sundrenched beaches and rolling hills of magical Provence. Experience all that is French while admiring the striking scenery that attracted Cézanne, Chagall and van Gogh and prompted classics writers to extol it as the “Great Land of Inspiration.” You’ll enjoy a private tour of Cháteau Virant and journey through the forested region of Le Lubéron while touring the medieval ruins of Arles, the palace of Avignon and the amazing Pont du Gard.
Day 1 Fly to Athens
Day 1 Fly to Marseille
Day 2 Embark the Nautica
Days 2-3 Aix-en-Provence: Walk the Cours Mirabeau and sample wine and olive oil at Cháteau Virant Day 4 See ancient churches, towering fortresses and hilltop villages in Le Lubéron
FRANCE PROVENCE REGION
Pont du Gard • • Avignon • Les Baux • Aix-en-Provence Arles • • Marseille
Day 5 Visit the Museum of Ancient Arles Day 6 Tour the impressive Palais des Papes on the banks of the Rhône River Day 7 Get to know one of the world’s great artists by stepping inside Cézanne’s studio Day 8 Free time to explore Aix-en-Provence
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Uncover the cultural and historical riches of the Mediterranean while cruising aboard the luxurious Nautica. Lose yourself at sea, enjoying fine cuisine and a countryclub atmosphere as you make your way through one of the world’s most picturesque regions. Start your trip in Athens and journey to Turkey, Greece, Italy, Monaco and France, each destination providing something unique to experience. Price: from $2,999 with group air package Tour Operator: Go Next & Oceania Cruise Line Activity Level: Mildly Active
Price: $2,695 land only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
Day 9 Fly home
Historic Reflections May 13–24
The trip was a great mixture of lectures, excursions and free time. Plus, it was well-organized and we felt totally taken care of. —Katie, ’71, & David McLellan
Day 3 Kusadasi: Explore Ephesus or the ancient cities of Priene, Miletus and Didyma Days 4-5 Greece: Spend two days exploring Santorini and Zakynthos
• Messina
Day 6 Messina: Enjoy a day in Sicily Days 7-9 Italy: Travel to Amalfi/Positano, Rome and Florence Day 10 Monte Carlo: Choose between Eze, Grasse, or visit the Grimaldi Palace and casino Day 11 Marseille: Time to see Cassis, Aix or Avignon Day 12 Arrive in Barcelona and fly home
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European Coastal Civilizations May 18–26 Travel in style aboard the deluxe M.S. Le Diamant as you explore the seldom-visited coasts of Portugal, Spain and France. Discover the region’s historic sea ports, mesmerizing architecture and magnificent landscapes. From the Old World sophistication of Oporto, Portugal, to the stunning beauty of Belle-Île-en-Mer, France, you’ll marvel at your surroundings every step of the way. Myriad shore excursions await, including a visit to the worldfamous Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain. Price: from $2,495 plus air Tour Operator: Thomas P. Gohagan & Co. Activity Level: Mildly Active Day 1 Fly to Lisbon, Portugal Day 2 Embark the M.S. Le Diamant, one of the world’s most celebrated small cruise ships Day 3 Linger over a glass of Duoro port in beautiful Oporto
Paris to Normandy’s Landing Beaches …along the Seine River May 31–June 8 Spend a few nights in France’s fabulous capital and journey to small villages and historic nooks along the Seine River. While in Paris, you’ll enjoy guided tours of Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower. From there, your six-night cruise down the Seine takes you to Vincent van Gogh’s Auvers-surOise, Claude Monet’s gardens at Giverny and Joan of Arc’s Rouen. You’ll also visit Normandy’s Omaha Beach and see the American Cemetery. Price: from $2,745 cruise only Tour Operator: Avalon Waterways Activity Level: Mildly Active
Guernsey•
• Honfleur
Belle-Île-en-Mer • FRANCE Gijon • Bilbao • Villagarcia • •Oporto SPAIN PORTUGAL • Lisbon
Day 4 Walk in the footsteps of medieval pilgrims to the steps of Santiago de Compostela Day 5 Oviedo, Spain Day 6 Bilbao: Visit the Basque port, including the Old Quarter and Guggenheim Museum Day 7 Belle-Île-en-Mer, France Day 8 Guernsey, Channel Islands, United Kingdom
Day 1 Fly to Paris Days 2-3 Paris: Enjoy the city and embark the Avalon Creativity Day 4 Conflans: Take a guided tour of Auvers-sur-Oise or Saint-Germainen-Laye Day 5 Vernon: Visit Giverny and Claude Money’s farmhouse and gardens
Normandy Beaches • Rouen Le Harve • • Giverny Les Andelys • • Conflans • •••• Auvers-sur-Oise Vernon Paris Saint-Germainen-Laye
Seine River
FRANCE
Days 6-7 Tour Rouen’s medieval quarter and walk along Normandy’s Omaha Beach Day 8 Les Andelys: Relax for a day in this small French town Day 9 Fly home
Day 9 Honfleur, France and fly home
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APRIL
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JULY
AUGUST
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Kenya & Tanzania 1/6–22 Egypt 1/13–29
Panama Canal 2/3–14
South Africa 3/2–16
Saxony/ Elbe River 4/16–24
Greece 5/6–15
Bavaria/
Baltic Sea 7/1–10
Aegean Sea 8/4–16
Danube River 9/7–18
Pearls of Dalmatia 10/4–18
Costa Rica 2/25–3/8
ARGENTINA & CHILE 3/17–27
Singapore to Dubai 4/24–5/13
Russia River Cruise 7/5–17
Oregon Shakespeare Festival 8/19–22
Dubai 9/12–20
Cortona 10/6–14 Italian Lakes & DALMATIaN COAST 10/13–24
Africa by Private Jet 2/26–3/20
Provence 5/11–19 Historic Reflections 5/13–24 European Coastal Civilizations 5/18–26 Seine River 5/31–6/8
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Oberammergau
6/22–7/3
Ukraine/ Dnieper River 7/14–29
Sicily 9/17–27 TurKEY 9/18–10/2
Peru 10/25–11/4
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Bavaria, featuring Oberammergau June 22–July 3 Every 10 years, the townspeople of Oberammergau perform the world-renowned Passion Play, which began in 1634 and continues still today. That’s just one of the treasures you’ll enjoy on this journey through Bavaria. Explore the medieval walled village of Rothenburg and stop in the charming towns along the enchanting Romantic Road. Continue to Munich, where you’ll discover architectural highlights with expert guides. It’s a fairytale adventure you won’t want to miss! Price: $4,095 land only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
GERMANY • Frankfurt
Day 1 Fly to Frankfurt
Rothenburg •
Days 2-4 Rothenburg: Three days to explore the city’s bastions, castles and churches
AUSTRIA • Munich Ettal Ulm • •• Oberammergau Lindau • • • Oberstaufen Bregenz
Days 5-6 Oberstaufen: Tour the Gothic Rathaus and the marvelous region of Lake Konstanz Day 7 Ettal: Visit King Ludwig II’s fairytale castle Day 8 Oberammergau: Experience the once-in-a-lifetime joy of the celebrated Passion Play
Baltic Sea July 1–10 UW lecturer: Terje I. leiren, sverre arestad endowed professor, department of scandinavian studies Sail across the Baltic Sea aboard the deluxe M.S. Le Boreal. Travel in the wake of ancient Vikings and Hanseatic merchants, and experience the riches of St. Petersburg, Russia. Cruise under the glistening “White Nights of Summer” from Copenhagen, Denmark, to the Swedish capital of Stockholm. Discover the stunning architecture of Scandinavia’s most historic ports and the beautiful Baltic nations of Latvia and Estonia. Pre- and post-cruise options are available. Price: from $5,995 cruise only Tour Operator: Thomas P. Gohagan & Co. Activity Level: Moderately Active
Day 1 Fly to Copenhagen
Stockholm • SWEDEN
Helsinki • • St. Petersburg • Tallinn RUSSIA ESTONIA
• Riga DENMARK Baltic Sea LATVIA • Copenhagen
Day 2 Copenhagen: Explore the city and embark the luxurious M.S. Le Boreal Day 3 Cruise the Baltic Sea Day 4 Riga: Marvel at the architectural legacy of this Latvian city Day 5 Tallinn: Stroll through the capital of Estonia on the Gulf of Finland
Days 9-11 Munich: Enjoy free time and visit Marktl, Freising and St. Mary’s Cathedral
Days 6-8 St. Petersburg: Spend three days exploring this magnificent Russian treasure
Day 12 Fly home
Day 9 Visit Helsinki, Finland, and travel to Stockholm, Sweden Day 10 Fly home
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Ukraine on the Dnieper River July 14–29
Cruise the Passage of Peter the Great July 5–17 In the early 1700s, Peter the Great pursued his vision of transforming Russia into the greatest nation in Europe. Follow in his footsteps aboard the MS Repin and trace scenic waterways and explore medieval villages. Spend four days in Moscow and enjoy specially arranged visits to the Kremlin and Red Square. Tour the Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center in Star City, home to Russia’s space program. Sail to the scenic towns of Uglich and Yaroslavl, and enjoy three days in dazzling St. Petersburg.
Embark on a comfortable and relaxing cruise through the heart of Ukraine aboard the exclusively chartered MS Dnieper Princess. Explore Kiev and the fascinating Caves Monastery. See a Cossack horse show in Zaphorizhia, and visit the small fishing villages of the Dnieper Delta. You’ll also venture into neighboring Romania to explore the capital of Bucharest, with its stunning architecture and the Palace of the Parliament. The entire trip is complimented by the insight of local experts and historians.
Price: from $3,495 cruise only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
Price: from $2,495 cruise only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
Day 1 Fly to Moscow
Day 1 Fly to Kiev
Days 2-5 Moscow: Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral and more are yours to discover
Days 2-3 Kiev: Embark the MS Dnieper Princess and explore the Ukrainian borderland
Day 6 Board the MS Repin and cruise to Uglich
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Day 7 Yaroslavl: Visit the Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Savior Day 8 Goritsy: This ancient village was formerly closed to Western visitors
• Kizhi Island
Uglich • Volga River
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Day 9 The island of Kizhi on Lake Onega is an outdoor museum of wooden architecture Day 10 Mandrogi: Sail the Neva and Svir Rivers and enjoy a BBQ lunch in this remote village
• Yaroslavl
RUSSIA
Day 4 Pirogovo/Babi Yar: Discover regional houses and visit war memorials
ROMANIA
Days 5-6 Zaporizhia: Learn about the Cossack horsemen who once dominated the Steppes regions of Ukraine
Odessa •
Bucharest • • Tulcea
• Kherson
Bakhchisarai • Sevastopol • • Yalta
Days 7-8 Dnieper River Delta: Travel to fishing villages and tour Sevastopol Day 9 Yalta: Visit Livadia Palace, former summer home of Russia’s Romanov family
The trip was wonderful. I really loved the drive through the Romanian countryside on our way to Bucharest.
Day 10 Odessa: See the city’s historic sites, including the Potemkin Steps Days 11-13 Bucharest: Sail into Romania and experience the capital city’s excitement
Day 14 Fly home
Day 14 Fly home
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Days 11-13 St. Petersburg: Relive the city’s history at one of the 200-plus museums
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Aegean Sea August 4–16
Oregon Shakespeare Festival August 19–22
Spend two nights in Athens and explore the famous Acropolis and the sanctuary of Delphi. From there, board the luxurious Wind Spirit and cruise the Aegean Sea. Stop in ports of call such as Santorini, rumored location of the lost city of Atlantis. Journey to Rhodes and relax at Bodrum, Turkey’s most popular seaside resort. Conclude your trip with two nights in Istanbul and soak up the beautiful Bosporus Strait, where Europe and Asia meet.
This annual trip to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland is sure to delight. You’ll stay at the superb Ashland Springs Hotel, conveniently located just a few short blocks from the outdoor Elizabethan theater. Enjoy three performances during the festival’s 100th anniversary and hear from local experts on a backstage tour. Optional theater tickets to afternoon performances are also available.
Price: from $4,795 cruise only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Moderately Active
Price: $1,050 land only Tour Operator: UW Alumni Tours Activity Level: Mildly Active Istanbul • OREGON GREECE
Day 1 Fly to Athens Days 2-3 Athens: Tour the Acropolis and Delphi Day 4 Embark the Wind Spirit and begin your cruise along the Aegean Sea Days 5-9 Make port in Santorini, Rhodes, Bodrum and Kusadasi Day 10 Cruise the Aegean Sea Days 11-12 Istanbul: Enjoy a panoramic tour and visit Topkapi Palace Day 13 Fly home
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Day 1 Hear from a local theater expert and see our first performance Day 2 Explore Ashland, take a backstage tour and enjoy another great show Day 3 Meet an actor at a private discussion session and attend our last play Day 4 Group continental breakfast and return home
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Danube River September 7–18
Dubai September 12–20
With its beautiful shores, legendary tales and historic ports, see why Napoleon called the Danube the “King of Europe’s rivers.” Enjoy three nights in Prague and immerse yourself in medieval Czech culture at the Royal Palace and Charles Bridge. Tour the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Austria, and discover the variety of Bratislava, Slovak Republic, and Budapest, Hungary. You’ll also visit Vienna and explore Hofburg Palace and take a driving tour around the Ringstrasse.
Experience the excitement of the world’s fastest-growing city when you visit the glittering desert metropolis of Dubai. Bask in the Persian Gulf’s remarkable mix of newworld luxury and old-world charm, visiting cutting-edge skyscrapers and the largest man-made harbor ever made. See the United Arab Emirates capital of Abu Dhabi, marvel at the Jumeirah Mosque and take an exciting four-wheel-drive ride across the Arabian Desert. A twonight Oman package extends this amazing journey.
Price: from $2,995 cruise only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
Price: $3,799 with group air from Seattle Tour Operator: Go Next Activity Level: Mildly Active
Day 1 Fly to Prague
Sharjah • Dubai • Abu Dhabi •
Days 2-4 Prague: Tour the city and enjoy free time for independent exploration Day 5 Passau: See the city’s highlights and then board the MS Amadeus Royal Day 6 Melk: Visit the Benedictine Abbey
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Day 7 Vienna: Tour the Hofburg Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Ringstrasse Day 8 Bratislava: Disembark the ship and take a walking tour of the city Days 9-10 Budapest: Travel through the city’s Buda and Pest sections and take a trip to Puszta
Danube River
• Melk
SLOVAKIA Vienna • • Bratislava Budapest •
AUSTRIA
HUNGARY
Day 1 Fly to Dubai
SAUDI ARABIA
Days 2-3 Dubai: Explore the “City of Gold” and take a water taxi ride across the Dubai Creek Days 4-7 Four full days to travel—visit Abu Dhabi, Fujairah or book a desert safari Day 8 Fly home
Day 11 Fly home
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• Dibba • Al Fujayrah Muscat • • Nazwa OMAN
Turkey & the Turquoise Coast September 18–October 2
Sicily– Alumni Campus Abroad September 17–27 Once the center of the world, Sicily was the cultural crossroads of the Greek, Arabic, Norman, French and Spanish civilizations. Experience the rich history and ancient tradition of this stunning Italian island. Delight in stellar views from your hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy an exclusive lunch at the family-run olive farm, Fattoria Titone. Visit the Farmhouse San Leonardello on the slopes of Mt. Etna, and travel to Taormina for a look at the ancient Teatro Greco. Informative programs presented by local experts will enhance your insight into this wonderful region.
Known as “the cradle of civilization” where Europe and Asia come together, Turkey is full of remarkable ruins and classic locales. Visit the Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque in Istanbul then travel to the ancient cities of Troy, Pergamum and Ephesus. Board a privately chartered qulet yacht and sail the amazing Turquoise Coast. You’ll stop in fishing villages and explore Roman ruins and a Greek ghost town. An optional four-night stay in Cappadocia and Ankara makes this a can’t-miss trip. Price: $3,245 land/cruise only Tour Operator: Odysseys Unlimited Activity Level: Active
Price: $2,595 land only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
Black Sea
Palermo •• Monreale • • Erice Cefalù • Segesta Mt. Edna
Day 1 Fly to Catania, Italy Days 2-4 Discover the splendors of Sicily, a country within a country
SICILY
• Taromina • Catania
Syracuse •
Day 5 Baroque Sicily: Visit the town of Noto, considered an architectural feast Days 6-8 Journey to the historic capital of Palermo and learn about the mafia—past and present Day 9 Explore the Sicanian-Greek temples in Cefalù Day 10 Fly home
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Day 1 Fly to Istanbul Days 2-3 Istanbul: Explore the Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar and more Day 4 Assos/Troy: Visit Gallipoli and cross the Dardanelles to Troy and ancient Assos Days 5-6 Kusadasi: Tour the archaeological museum in Ephesus and dine with a Turkish family
This was one of the best UW trips we have taken. The use of the audio headsets was fantastic! —Chuck, ’53, & Joan Eck, ’55
Days 7-10 Sail the Turquoise Coast: Enjoy a fournight cruise, stopping in small coves for hiking Days 11-13 Antalya: Travel to the Roman ruins of Myra, Perge and Aspendos Day 14 Fly home
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Cappadocia •
•Kusadasi Antalya Göcek • • • Fethiye Mediterranean Sea
Our trip was an outstanding balance of various activities including visiting museums, sailing, hiking, sightseeing, relaxing and getting to know the local Turkish people and their lifestyle. —John & Maria Pease, UW Friends
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Pearls of Dalmatia October 4–18
There’s no denying the beauty of Croatia. With its majestic coastline, medieval architecture and old-world charm, it’s one of the world’s most breathtaking regions. Start your trip in the capital of Zagreb and journey to the stunning seaside city of Dubrovnik. From there, you’ll travel up the coast to the island of Hvar, known as the “queen” of the Dalmatian islands. You’ll also visit Split and Opatija, while an optional two-night excursion to historic Venice is also available. Price: $3,895 land only Tour Operator: Odysseys Unlimited Activity Level: Moderately Active Day 1 Fly to Zagreb, Croatia
Cortona – Alumni Campus Abroad October 6–14
In her book “Under the Tuscan Sun,” Frances Mayes captures the charm and romance of Italian living. Experience this idyllic world firsthand on an expertly guided tour of Cortona. Explore the ancient Etruscan cities of Assisi and Siena, relive the medieval history of Perugia and marvel at the architectural wonders of Renaissance Florence. Visit a winery in Montepulciano and learn the essence of Tuscan cooking in one of Italy’s most beloved regions. Price: $2,495 land only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Mildly Active
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Split • Hvar •
ITALY
Dubrovnik •
Days 5-6 Dubrovnik: Take a walking tour of Old Town and enjoy lunch with a local family Days 7-8 Take a ferry to the island of Hvar on the Adriatic Coast Day 9 Split: Visit the 3rd-century wonder, Diocletian’s Palace Days 10-12 Opatija: Drive to this seaside resort from the medieval city of Zadar Days 13-14 Venice: Explore the city on your own and enjoy a farewell dinner
Get there before this all changes; it is strikingly beautiful and unspoiled. There are parts of this trip that will make you feel like you are walking in the very footsteps of a person from medieval times. —Dick Olson, ’65
Florence • Siena •
Day 1 Fly to Florence Days 2-3 Cortona: Explore this charming village and walk through the Tuscan hill country Day 4 Assisi / Perugia: Visit the Basilica of St. Francis and the Fontana Maggiore
Cortona • • • Perugia Montepulciano • Assisi
ITALY
Day 5 Montepulciano: Explore the Praetorian Palace and enjoy a private wine tasting Day 6 Siena: See the Piazza del Campo and delight in Renaissance art Days 7-8 Florence: Take a guided tour of the city’s stunning art and sample Tuscan cuisine Day 9 Fly home
Alumni Campus Abroad is a terrific format! This was my fifth alumni campus tour, and the educational component is very important and valuable to me. —Jennifer Zaccardo, UW Friend
Day 15 Fly home
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Italian Lakes & Dalmatian Coast October 13–24
Treasures of Peru October 25–November 4
Enjoy Italy’s Lake District from your base at historic Como, situated on the shores of Lake Como. Experience the Dalmatian Coast aboard Wind Surf, a 312-passenger vessel with the ambience of a private yacht. Explore the rich history of Verona and serene canals of Venice, and travel to the beautiful islands of Croatia. En route, stop in picturesque Rovinj, known for its pastel-colored houses bunched along steep winding streets. Price: from $3,995 cruise only Tour Operator: AHI Travel Activity Level: Moderately Active
Your Peruvian excursion begins in the capital of Lima before flying to Cuzco, the region’s archaeological hub. Explore the Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo ruins. Travel by train and enjoy two guided tours of Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” Cross snow-capped mountains to Lake Titicaca and take a boat ride to the Floating Islands and Taquile Island. It doesn’t end there—an optional four-night extension to the Amazon Rainforest will excite and entertain travelers. Price: $3,145 land only Tour Operator: Odysseys Unlimited Activity Level: Moderately Active • Iquitos (Amazon)
Day 1 Fly to Milan Days 2-4 Como: Stay in the landmark Hotel Barchetta Excelsior and explore Italy’s Lake District Day 5 Embark the Wind Surf, a pristine, five-masted sailing ship
PERU
Day 1 Fly to Lima SLOVENIA
Koper • • Venice • Milan • • Rovinj Verona
Como •
Day 6 Venice: Known as the “City of Water,” this romantic city is famous for its canals
CROATIA
Split • Dubrovnik • ITALY
Day 2 Tour colonial Lima and visit the Larco Herrera Museum Days 3-4 Sacred Valley: Journey to Chincheros, the salt mines of Maras and the ruins of Ollantaytambo Days 5-6 Machu Picchu: Enjoy two days of exploration among this sacred Inca site
Day 7 Slovenia: Experience Koper’s rich architecture and cultural monuments
Day 7 Cuzco: See the ruins of Sacsayhuaman and have lunch with a local family
Days 8-10 Croatia: Visit Split and ancient Dubrovnik, a gorgeous 13th-century walled city
Days 8-9 Puno/Lake Titicaca: Take a boat ride on the lake and stop at the Floating Island of Uros
Day 11 Adriatic Sea Cruise: See more of Croatia’s magnificent Dalmatian Coast
Day 10 Visit the burial towers of Sillustani before flying to Lima
Day 12 Fly home
Day 11 Fly home
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Pacific Ocean • Machu Picchu Lima • Cuzco/Sacred Valley • Puno •
Lake Titicaca
The trip exceeded my expectations. It was well organized down to the last detail. Everything we saw and did was so interesting. We came to a new appreciation and understanding of the history and culture of Peru. —Doug, ’75, & Debbie Beaudry
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PROGRAMINFORMATION Our Mission
Our goal is to educate the UW community about other peoples and cultures through quality, worldwide travel opportunities. We provide one of the most enriching avenues for alumni and friends to engage with the UW community and each other. The UW Alumni Group Travel Experience
If you have a sense of adventure, a desire to have fun while you learn, and truly enjoy making new friends—you’ll love traveling with us! Group travel lets you sit back and relax because someone else has found the best places to stay, the tastiest places to eat, and the most exciting places to visit in a new destination. It does require that you enjoy traveling with others and are tolerant of the occasional changes, delays and minor mishaps that come with any kind of travel. While our tour operators will do their best to see to individual needs, their principal concern must be the welfare of the group as a whole. Educational Component
Each of our tours has an educational component that varies from trip to trip. Some trips may be accompanied by UW faculty, or a co-sponsoring university may provide a lecturer with ties to the destination. Our campus abroad tours include lectures by on-site local experts, while other trips include highlyeducated local guides who provide daily commentary. Eligibility and Membership
Every UW alumni tour is open to all UW alumni, their families and friends of the University. Because the travel program is a benefit of membership in the UW Alumni Association, it is required that one person per reservation be a member of the UWAA. Current annual membership dues are $50 for individuals under 65 years of age, and $35 for individuals over 65 years of age. To join, visit www.UWalum.com or call 1-800-289-2586. Tour Operators
Our tours are run by professional tour operators that have expertise in specific destinations. When we agree to work with a tour operator, it has met or exceeded our criteria for financial responsibility, established reputation, professional staff, quality operations and all-around dependability. Air Arrangements
Group air arrangements are available through the specific tour operator. By choosing the tour operator’s group air package, you take advantage of discounted airfares but don’t have the flexibility of choosing the air carrier or specific route. Of course, you may also make your own air arrangements to suit your travel preferences.
PROGRAMINFORMATION Cancellations and Refunds
Tour participants are subject to the cancellation policies governing the particular trip in which they are enrolled. Cancellation policies are outlined on a tour’s brochure. Please note: Trip cancellation insurance is available at an additional cost and is highly recommended. Release of Liability & Waiver Form
All travelers are required to sign a UWAA release of liability and waiver form. Signing this form indicates that you have read all of the tour materials and fully understand the physical requirements of the tour. Physical Requirements
All travelers must be in good mental and physical health and be able to keep up with the pace of the group. Participants who require special assistance must be accompanied by someone who can and will provide it. To assist you in choosing the tour that’s right for you, our tours are rated by the following three categories: Mildly Active: Easy pace, modest walking and stair climbing. Moderately Active: Faster pace. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and able to walk three to five miles a day over uneven surfaces, and be able to climb many stairs. Active: In addition to being moderately active, the tour is suitable for participants who are extremely mobile and used to a very active lifestyle. Tour may include up to six hours of strenuous, moderate- to fast-paced activity per day. How to Enroll in a 2010 UW Alumni Tour
To enroll in a 2010 tour, you can call our office and provide the necessary information over the phone. Or, you can download an enrollment form from our Web site and either mail or fax in the completed form with a deposit. Deposits are provisional pending your acceptance of the final brochure terms. A final brochure will be forwarded to you as soon as it is available. To Request Brochures
If you have never traveled with us before or have not specifically requested to be on our travel mailing list, you will not receive every tour brochure noted in this catalog. To ensure that you receive a specific brochure, please send us a request by e-mail or from our Web site. Brochures are generally available seven to nine months in advance of a tour’s departure. • E-mail us your request to: uwaatour@u.washington.edu. • You may also request brochures or download brochure PDFs (not available for all tours) from our Web site: www.UWalum.com/tours.
Tour Costs
Itineraries, program details and costs are given in good faith, based on information available on May 1, 2009, and are subject to revision. For most tours, costs are based on the lowest per-person rates, excluding airfare. They are based on double occupancy, current exchange rates and tariffs, as well as a minimum number of participants. Please note: dates and prices are subject to change.
Web Site and E-Mail Updates
Single Rooms
UW Alumni Tours Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195-9508 Phone: 206-685-9276 or 1-800-289-2586 Fax: 206-616-3863 E-mail: uwaatour@u.washington.edu Web site: www.UWalum.com/tours
A limited number of single spaces (at an additional cost) are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You are welcome to let us know if you are a single traveler that would be interested in sharing a room on a tour. If possible, we’ll put you in touch with other single travelers interested in that tour. Due to limited availability, we encourage single travelers to sign up early.
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