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A GUIDE TO ICONS THROUGHOUT THE CATALOG                                               ACTIVITY LEVEL
                                                                               TYPE OF TRIP OR MODE OF TRAVEL
Celebrating 37 years of alumni travel. Thanks to those who                                                                                                           Our tours come in varied activity levels that can suit your interests and
have joined the Travelin' Irish over the years, and here's to                                                                                                        needs. For your convenience, we have rated each trip by the physical activity
many more great adventures.                                                              Land travel
                                                                                                                                                                     you will likely encounter. You can anticipate how active a trip will be by our
                                                                                                                                                                     shamrock ratings:
Mission                                                                                  Cruise
                                                                                                                                                                                       Leisure: Easy pace, daily walks at a comfortable pace
The goal of the Notre Dame Alumni Travel Program is to provide travel                                                                                                                  ranging from one to three hours, and excursions on
opportunities for our alumni and the entire Notre Dame family, including                 River cruise
                                                                                                                                                                                       relatively flat terrain. Good health is recommended.
parents and friends, reinforcing the University’s traditions and values with
emphasis on the educational and religious character that is unique to Our
Lady’s University.                                                                       Air travel included                                                                           Moderately active: Faster pace, walks at a comfortable
                                                                                                                                                                                       pace ranging from two to four hours, and excursions on a

Program Information                                                                      Suitable for families or multi-generation
                                                                                                                                                                                       variety of terrain, including small hills and uneven surfaces.
                                                                                                                                                                                       Good health is required.
The 2019 Alumni Travel Program offers 43 trips that visit more than 60
countries across the globe. The offerings include cruises, river cruises,                                                                                                              Highly active: A vigorous pace, daily hikes at a faster
and land programs as well as family opportunities. The program provides        Disclaimer                                                                                              pace for five or more hours, and excursions on a variety of
alumni and friends the opportunity to travel together on trips that provide    Dates, schedules, costs, and program details are accurate based on information                          terrain, including moderate to steep trails. Excellent health
enriching, quality opportunities with many educational and spiritual           received by Notre Dame as of April 30, 2018, but are subject to change. Please                          is necessary.
components not offered by most travel programs. Our goal is to create a        verify details, dates, and pricing prior to booking a reservation directly with the
unique experience for our travelers.                                           travel supplier and check the NDAA website for updates throughout the year.           PRICE RANGE
                                                                               The University of Notre Dame, through its Alumni Association, provides the
                                                                               service of facilitating unique travel opportunities for its alumni and friends.       To help you select which tour is best suited for you, we have classified the
                                                                               Though the Alumni Travel Program works with its travel suppliers to offer             programs into the following price categories (excluding airfare):
                                                                               interesting and educational trips, please remember that the University does
                                                                               not conduct tours, nor does it act as an agent for guests interested in tours. The                      Exceptional Value: Priced $3,000 or less
                                                                               Alumni Travel Program, instead, functions as a facilitator with tour suppliers with
                                                                               whom our travelers make arrangements for completing travel. We are pleased to                           Value: Priced $3,001 to $4,599
                                                                               act as a liaison with tour suppliers should you have any questions before, during,
                                                                               or after a tour.
                                                                                                                                                                                       Luxury: Priced $4,600 to $9,999
                                                                               Our Alumni Travel staff encourages you to familiarize yourself with each tour
                                                                               supplier’s cancellation and refund policy, and also to investigate other services                       Premier: Priced $10,000 or above
Front Cover Photo Location                                                     such as trip cancellation insurance. The University is not responsible for
Lemaire Channel—Antarctica                                                     changes to trips or travel arrangements, or for losses or additional expenses
                                                                               resulting from travel.
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Table of Contents
2019 TRIPS

Dates            Trips                                     Page   May 7-15         Legendary Europe                        8    Sept 15-23             Great Pacific Northwest            14
Jan 5-18         Expedition to Antarctica                  2      May 7-18         Normandy & Gems of the Seine            8    Sept 17-Oct 3          Journey Through South Africa       15
Jan 9-16         The Galápagos Islands                     2      May 11-22        Journey Along the Elbe                  8    Sept 23-Oct 4          Croatia & the Dalmatian Coast      15
Feb 10-18        Passage Through the Panama Canal                 May 15-23        Springtime in Provence & Burgundy       9    Oct 1-10               St. Lawrence Seaway & French Canada 15
                 & Costa Rica                              2
                                                                  May 21-29        Ireland~Killarney                       9    Oct 12-20              Normandy: 75th Anniversary of D-Day 16
Feb 16-27        Tanzania Safari during the
                                                                  June 12-19       Stunning Scenery of Alaska              9    Oct 12-26              China & Tibet: The Himalayas
                 Great Migration                           3
                                                                                                                                                       & the Yangtze                      16
                                                                  June 13-24       Baltic & Scandinavian Ballads           10
Feb 18-26        Belize to Tikal: Reefs, Rivers, & Ruins
                                                                                                                                Oct 27-Nov 4           Majestic Vistas                    17
                 of the Mayan World                        3      June 21-29       Poland~Kraków                           10
                                                                                                                                Oct 29-Nov 9           Cuba Charms                        17
Feb 25-Mar 18    Exploring Australia & New Zealand         4      June 26-July 5   Gaelic Glory                            11
                                                                                                                                Dec 4-12               Holiday Markets Cruise             17
Mar 5-18         Moroccan Discovery                        4      July 1-9         Cruise the Rhine River: Family Cruise   11
Mar 17-22        Great Trains & Grand Canyons              5      July 8-18        Gems of the Danube                      11
April 3-12       Sketches of Sicily                        5      July 15-25       Circumnavigation of Iceland             12
                                                                                                                                Information
April 7-15       Southern Grandeur                         5      July 24-Aug 2    National Parks & Lodges of the Old West 12   Tour Hosts and Lecturers                                  18
April 10-13      The Masters                               6      Aug 2-9          Discover Southeast Alaska               12   FAQ		                                                     26
April 13-22      Historic South & Golden Isles Cruise      6      Aug 8-16         Canadian Rockies                        13   General Information		                                     28
April 25-May 3   Village Life in Dordogne                  7      Aug 21-29        Swiss Alps                              13
April 27-May 6   Celtic Lands: D-Day 75th                         Aug 22- Sept 2   Mediterranean Pathways                  13
                 Anniversary Cruise                        7
                                                                  Sept 1-12        Inspiring Italy                         14
May 1-9          Apulia~Undiscovered Italy                 7
                                                                  Sept 5-16        Wonders of Peru                         14
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JANUARY 5–18, 2019                                                          JANUARY 9–16, 2019                                                             FEBRUARY 10-18, 2019

Expedition to Antarctica                                                    The Galápagos Islands                                                          Passage Through the Panama
Join us for this spectacular 14-day journey featuring a nine-night,         Join us as we explore the Galápagos Islands—one of the most
                                                                                                                                                           Canal & Costa Rica
exclusively chartered cruise to Antarctica, Earth’s last frontier. Cruise   biologically unique places on earth. The Galápagos Islands are home to
                                                                                                                                                           Join us for this incomparable nine-day journey through the mighty
aboard the intimate Le Boréal, one of the finest vessels in Antarctic       a fascinating array of wildlife inhabiting an unspoiled ecosystem, living
                                                                                                                                                           locks of the Panama Canal to the Costa Rican rainforest. Cruise
waters, featuring private balconies in 95 percent of the deluxe, ocean-     in harmony with their human visitors.
                                                                                                                                                           for seven nights aboard the exclusively chartered, five-star Le
view accommodations. Experience the White Continent in its unspoiled        This exciting journey features a day of guided touring in Quito plus           Champlain. Experience a daylight passage through the awe-inspiring
state—fantastically shaped icebergs, turquoise glaciers, bustling           an intimate cruise through the archipelago with up-close access to             Panama Canal. Visit Panama’s San Blas Islands and tour Panama City.
penguin rookeries, and breaching whales. Accompanied by the ship’s          endemic species. Expert naturalists guide you through the wonders              Call at rarely visited Isla Cébaco. Explore the terrestrial wonders of
expert team of naturalists, board sturdy Zodiac watercraft for excursions   of this national park, whale sanctuary, and marine reserve. Your               Costa Rica’s National Parks, wildlife refuges, and pristine waters,
ashore and observe Antarctica’s abundant wildlife. Spend two nights in      accommodations for this adventure are aboard Isabela II, a 40-guest            which diverse marine life call home. Spend one night in a deluxe
vibrant Buenos Aires. Extend your journey with the exclusive three-night    vessel with spacious cabins, local cuisine, and a staff dedicated              hotel in San José. Enjoy lectures by exclusive onboard study leaders.
Iguazú Falls post-program option.                                           to ensuring your maximum enjoyment of this truly extraordinary                 Dynamic Panama pre-program and Costa Rica’s Cloud Forests and
                                                                            destination and its diverse inhabitants. Mashpi Lodge pre-tour and             Volcanoes post-program options.
From approximately $9,995 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
                                                                            Machu Picchu post-tour options are available.
To make a reservation, please contact Gohagan & Co. at (877) 406-3263.
                                                                                                                                                           From approximately $4,995 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
                                                                            From approximately $4,995 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.          To make a reservation, please contact Gohagan & Co. at (877) 406-3263.
                                                                            To make a reservation, please contact Orbridge at (866) 639-0079.

                                            Half Moon Island
                 Deception Island
                                              Antarctic                                                                    Pacific Ocean                                                                 Caribbean Sea
                Port Lockroy                  Sound                                                     Baltra                                                Arenal
               Wiencke Island                                                                          Santa Cruz
                                                                                                                                                                             San José
               Booth Island                                                                                                                             Puerto Caldera                                     Colón
                                                                                                                             San Cristóbal                                  Quepos
                 Petermann                                                                                                                                                                                           Panama City
                 Island

                                                                                            Floreana                     Española                           Pacific Ocean
                                ANTARCTICA                                                                                                                                            Isla Cébaco
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FEBRUARY 16–27, 2019                                                       FEBRUARY 18–26, 2019

Tanzania Safari during the                                                 Belize to Tikal: Reefs, Rivers,
Great Migration                                                            & Ruins of the Mayan World
During this 12-day journey of a lifetime, observe one of Earth’s           Discover the vibrant reefs of Belize and the dramatic Mayan ruins
greatest natural spectacles—the annual Great Migration—by land             of Tikal on a comprehensive land-and-sea expedition. Go aboard
and air, the best way to experience Africa’s premier safari destination.   the newly built 100-guest National Geographic Quest to snorkel,
Visit four of Tanzania’s finest game parks—Lake Manyara, Tarangire,        kayak, and stand-up paddleboard along the Mesoamerican Reef,
and the UNESCO World Heritage sites of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro        the largest reef in the Northern Hemisphere. Then venture to Tikal
Crater—with deluxe accommodations in Serena Safari Lodges and              to explore stone temples swathed in rainforest and teeming with
a comfortable tented camp in Tarangire. Watch Tanzania’s plains and        wildlife. The Mayan ruins are expansive. We’ve dedicated enough
patterns unfold aboard a privately chartered flight from Arusha to         time to see them, including the little-visited ruins of Yaxha, the
Serengeti and daily game drives revealing vast herds of elephants,         third-largest ruin in the Mayan world. Explore under the sure
wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and Cape buffalo, as well as magnificent     guidance of an expedition leader, veteran naturalists, a Lindblad-
lions, cheetahs, and leopards.                                             National Geographic certified photo instructor, and an undersea
                                                                           specialist, plus a wellness specialist—the largest and most                 ITALIAN RIVIERA & CHIANTI, 2017
From approximately $8,295 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.      knowledgeable expedition team in the region.
To make a reservation, please contact Gohagan & Co. at (877) 406-3263.                                                                                   “The lectures on the
                                                                           From approximately $5,760 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.       trip provided excellent
                                                                           To make a reservation, please contact Lindblad Expeditions at (888)
                                                                           773-9007.                                                                 background for our tours
                                                                                                                                                    and sightseeing. Being able
                                                                                                                                                       to spend time with ND/
                                                                                                                                                     SMC graduates who were
                                                                                   Tikal                                                              intelligent, gracious, fun-
                      Serengeti
                   National Park       Oldupai Gorge
                                                                                                       Belize City
                                                                                                                          Lighthouse Reef/         loving lifelong learners added
                Ngorongoro Crater
                                               Arusha
                                                                                               Yaxha
                                                                                             Flores
                                                                                                                          Half Moon Caye
                                                                                                                                                    so much to the experience!”
                                                        Mt. Kilimanjaro                                                    Glover's Reef
          Lake Manyara National Park                                                Sapodilla Cayes National Park          Marine Reserve           COLETTE FLOYD SMC ’78 AND FRANK FLOYD ’77
                                              Tarangire National Park
                                                                                                   Rio Dulce
                                                                                            Lake Izabal
                                                                                                               Quiriquá
                         TANZANIA                                                   GUATEMALA
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FEBRUARY 25–MARCH 18, 2019                                                       MARCH 5–18, 2019

                                Exploring Australia                                                              Moroccan Discovery
                                & New Zealand                                                                    On this one-of-a-kind, 14-day small group journey, eyes and hearts
                                                                                                                 are opened to a truly foreign land, an age-old culture, and genuinely
                                Fascinating culture and natural splendor await in the Lands Down Under           hospitable people. Begin by touring the Moroccan capital, seaside
                                on this wide-ranging, 22-day small group journey. Begin in Cairns,               Rabat, enjoying lunch in a private home in Sale. Stop in imperial
                                riding the historic railway to Kuranda then descending via the Skyrail           Meknes and at Volubilis’ Roman ruins, one of five UNESCO sites
                                gondolas. Swim and snorkel during a day-long Great Barrier Reef                  visited. Travel on to explore Fez with its fascinating medina. Pass
                                excursion. In Alice Springs, embark on an Aboriginal “dreamtime” tour,           through the Middle Atlas mountains, and embark on a sunset camel
                                meeting Walpiri tribespeople, and watch the sun set over fabled Ayers            excursion to Merzouga’s breathtakingly beautiful sand dunes. View
                                Rock. Highlights during a three-night Sydney stay include the iconic             spectacular scenery en route to Ouarzazate in the snow-topped
                                Opera House, a Sydney Harbour catamaran cruise, Featherdale Wildlife             High Atlas, including dramatic Todra Gorge. Traverse the fabled
                                Park, and ample leisure time. Discover New Zealand’s Christchurch and            “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs.” Visit scenic Ait ben-Haddou village,
                                explore spectacular Mt. Cook National Park, then take a cruise through           another UNESCO site. In alluring Marrakech, a walking tour of the
                                Milford Sound’s breathtaking fjords. Explore Queenstown, taking another          medina ends in the city’s heart, Djemaa el Fna Square. The final
                                cruise to a working ranch. Visit geothermal Rotorua and experience               destination: storied Casablanca, where a highlight is a visit to the
                                Maori culture at a traditional hangi dinner. Celebrate your journey’s end        magnificent Hassan II Mosque.
                                after seeing Auckland’s sights. Enjoy more time in the “City of Sails” on an
          NORMANDY, 2017        optional three-day/two-night post-tour extension.                                From approximately $5,179 per person, double occupancy, with
    “A great time to be alive   From approximately $9,384 per person, double occupancy, with estimated
                                                                                                                 estimated airfare from Boston, New York, and Washington, D.C. To make
                                                                                                                 a reservation, please contact Odysseys Unlimited at (888) 370-6765.
    and part of this group as   airfare from Los Angeles. To make a reservation, please contact Odysseys
                                Unlimited at (888) 370-6765.
      we collectively looked
        back into history.”
          JOHN VAN DER VAART                                   Cairns                                                                                        MOROCCO
                                               Alice Springs
                                              Ayers Rock                                                                                         Rabat             Fez
                                                                                                                                    Casablanca

                                                                                                                                   Marrakech
                                                           Sydney                                                                                                   Erfoud/Sahara Desert
                                                                                    Auckland
                                                                                                  Rotorua                                            Ouarzazate

                                                                            Mount Cook            Christchurch
                                                                           National Park
4                                                                                            Queenstown
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MARCH 17–22, 2019                                                       APRIL 3–12, 2019                                                           APRIL 7–15, 2019

Great Trains & Grand Canyons                                            Sketches of Sicily                                                         Southern Grandeur
Relax on this one-hotel program featuring Red Rock Country of           Sicily, which sits between the European mainland and the North             Relax into the history and hospitality of the South on this week-long
Sedona, Arizona. Stay five nights at a first-class Sedona resort—       African coast, has been a natural crossroads for travelers,                riverboat experience. Before embarking on the stately American
including many sights and ample free time to enjoy the great            explorers, and conquerors. Delve into Sicily’s epic past while             Queen, spend the night in Memphis, a town with rich blues heritage
weather and beautiful surroundings. Travel to Williams and board the    staying in western, central, and eastern areas of the island.              and compelling Civil War sites. Then, travel to Vicksburg—known
Grand Canyon Railway for a nostalgic trip to view the Grand Canyon,     Admire the architectural legacy of Gothic, Moorish, and Norman             as the “Red Carpet City of the South.” This town offers up an array
which Theodore Roosevelt said “is the one great sight which every       conquerors. Discover the baroque flair of Caltagirone. Walk in the         of boutiques and museums in its charming downtown district. Sail
American should see.” The Sedona area is showcased with a trolley       footsteps of ancient Greeks and Romans as you explore the well-            to Natchez, the oldest city on the Mississippi, graced with stunning
tour featuring the Chapel of the Holy Cross, Airport Mesa, Bell Rock,   preserved remnants of their civilizations, marvel at the remarkable        gardens and palatial mansions, and then to Baton Rouge. This
and Uptown Sedona. Another highlight of the trip will be the four-      mosaics of an ancient Roman villa, and stand among the Greek               capital city’s unique political history is reflected in a collection of
hour Verde Canyon Railroad, taking you through unspoiled wilderness     monuments in Taormina and Syracuse. Savor the flavors of Sicily            memorable landmarks, from the elegantly furnished Old Governor’s
along the Verde River. Visit the ruins of Montezuma Castle and          at a family farm that produces award-winning olive oil. Enjoy              Mansion to the imposing neo-Gothic Old State Capitol. Continue
Jerome, formerly a bustling mining town. The trip concludes with a      first-class accommodations in Palermo, Caltagirone, and Taormina.          to St. Francisville, a beautiful town with unique shops and historic
fun Chuckwagon Supper and Stage Show before heading home with           In Caltagirone, stay at a unique hotel and spa on an organic farm,         homes to discover. Before disembarking in New Orleans, journey to
lots of memories of trains and amazing scenery!                         and delight in meals created with freshly harvested produce. This          Nottoway and explore the impressive halls of the largest plantation
                                                                        eight-night, small-group program features an extensive meal plan           house in the South.
From approximately $2,850 per person, double occupancy, with            and wine with dinner.
estimated airfare from Chicago. To make a reservation, please contact                                                                              From approximately $2,599 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
Premier World Discovery at (877) 953-8687.                              From approximately $3,495 per person, double occupancy, plus               To make a reservation please contact Go Next at (877) 333-0449.
                                                                        VAT and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel at
                                                                        (877) 464-2695.

                                                                                                                                                            ARKANSAS                  Memphis
                  Grand Canyon
                  National Park
                        Williams        Flagstaff                                               Palermo                                                                       MISSISSIPPI
                                                                                            Erice
                                     Sedona                                                Segesta                      Taormina
                Verde Canyon                                                                                                                               LOUISIANA
                                        Montezuma Castle                                        Agrigento
                                                                                                                                                                              Vicksburg      ALABAMA
                                        National Monument                                                               Syracuse
                        Phoenix                                                                     Caltagirone        Noto                                                 Natchez
                                    Scottsdale
                                                                                                                                                         St. Francisville
                                                                                                                                                                              Baton Rouge
                                                                                                                                               5               Nottoway           New Orleans                        5
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APRIL 10–13, 2019                                                       APRIL 13–22, 2019

                                                 The Masters                                                             Historic South
                                                 Since its inception in 1934, The Masters Golf Tournament has been
                                                                                                                         & Golden Isles Cruise
                                                 synonymous with excellence and has stood as the most coveted
                                                                                                                         Delight in an exploration of South Carolina and Georgia, and
                                                 championship in golf. Every April, the world’s best golfers compete
                                                                                                                         experience the U.S. South’s most charming destinations along the
                                                 for the famous green jacket at Augusta National Golf Club. This
                                                                                                                         Intracoastal Waterway. This incredible nine-night journey includes a
                                                 spectacular event is known as “The Masters,” an event where legacy,
                                                                                                                         seven-night cruise aboard a state-of-the-art ship, plus two nights
                                                 competition, challenge, charm, and prestige combine for one of the
                                                                                                                         in Charleston, South Carolina, at a first-class hotel. While cruising,
                                                 most celebrated weekends in sports. Join us for an unparalleled
                                                                                                                         choose from a variety of optional excursions, such as carriage and
                                                 opportunity to experience this tournament firsthand.
                                                                                                                         trolley tours, history tours, alligator and shrimping tours, and more,
                                                 Stay in historic Savannah and play the Club at Savannah Harbor,         in the ports of Beaufort and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina;
                                                 designed by Robert Cupp and Sam Snead. Head to Augusta                  Savannah and the Golden Isles of St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island,
                                                 National for Friday at the Masters to see who will advance for the      Georgia; and Amelia Island, Florida. In gracious Charleston, stroll
                                                 chance to don the green jacket. This specialty tour offers the          the city’s tree-lined sidewalks and admire its range of antebellum
                                                 perfect combination of golf, relaxation, Southern charm, and the        architectural styles, including Georgian, Federal, Italianate, and
                                                 opportunity to be a part of the historic tournament that is the         Greek Revival. On your first-class, small-ship cruising experience,
                                                 Masters.                                                                bask in attentive service, relax in well-appointed, spacious
          TREASURES OF PERU, 2017                                                                                        staterooms, and enjoy an extensive meal program, a showcase of
                                                 From approximately $3,979 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
     “The history, culture, and                  To make a reservation, please contact Sports and Entertainment Travel
                                                                                                                         delicious low country and Southern cuisine.

    pride for country expressed                  at (888) 852-0733.                                                      From approximately $4,995 per person, double occupancy, plus
                                                                                                                         port and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel
    by the Peruvian people was                                                                                           at (877) 464-2695.
     incredible. An experience
           I’ll never forget.”                                                                                                                            SOUTH
                                                                                                                                                          CAROLINA
    LISA TURCO SMC ’79 AND RICHARD WANDERS ’77                                                                                          GEORGIA
                                                                 Augusta National
                                                                                       SOUTH                                                        Beaufort           Charleston
                                                                        Golf Club      CAROLINA                                                   Savannah         Hilton Head

                                                                        GEORGIA                                                              Jekyll Island    St. Simons Island
                                                                                         The Westin Savannah                                                  Cumberland Island
                                                                                         Harbor Golf Resort & Spa                          Jacksonville       Amelia Island/
                                                                                                                                                              Fernandina Beach

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APRIL 25–MAY 3, 2019                                                       APRIL 27–MAY 6, 2019                                                      MAY 1–9, 2019

Village Life in Dordogne                                                   Celtic Lands: D-Day 75th                                                  Apulia~Undiscovered Italy
Experience the provincial character of Dordogne for one full
                                                                           Anniversary Cruise                                                        Experience life in Italy’s southern region of Apulia, where views
week in Sarlat-la-Canéda, one of the most beautiful and well-                                                                                        of the sparkling Adriatic Sea vie with picture-perfect towns for
                                                                           Commemorate the 75th anniversary of the historic D-Day landings
preserved medieval villages in France. Stay in the family-owned                                                                                      your attention. Spend seven nights in seaside Polignano a Mare,
                                                                           during this once-in-a-lifetime, eight-night Celtic Lands voyage. By
Plaza Madeleine Hôtel, formerly a grand 19th-century townhouse.                                                                                      and venture out each day to discover the unique character of
                                                                           exclusive arrangement, walk the hallowed beaches of Normandy,
Discover the region’s charming villages, medieval castles, and                                                                                       this region. Marvel at Alberobello’s trulli, conical-roofed limestone
                                                                           France, with Dwight David Eisenhower II, grandson of General and
prehistoric treasures through specially arranged excursions and            President Dwight D. Eisenhower, and meet Allen Packwood, director         homes built without mortar; sassi, ancient cave dwellings in Matera,
cultural enrichments, including the medieval pilgrimage site of            of the Churchill Archives Centre at the University of Cambridge. Cruise   a 2019 European Capital of Culture; the white hill town of Ostuni;
Rocamadour and the fascinating prehistoric cave paintings of               aboard the exclusively chartered, five-star small ship Le Champlain       and the baroque city of Lecce. Contrast the seaside lifestyle of
Rouffignac and Cap Blanc, all part of UNESCO’s World Heritage list;        from London to Wales, Ireland, France, and Scotland, with guided          Bari and Trani with the inland at a winery and a family-owned olive
the perfectly reproduced cave art at Lascaux; and the exclusive            excursions in each port of call. Visit UNESCO World Heritage-designated   mill. An exclusive lecture series complements your excursions. On
Village Life Forum with local residents who will share candid              Caernarfon Castle near Holyhead, Wales; admire the austere beauty         your free day, join a complimentary shuttle to seaside Monopoli
insights into daily life in Dordogne. Bordeaux pre-program option          of the Inner Hebridean isles of Iona, Mull, and Skye and their storied    or the Greek ruins of Egnazia. This small-group journey features
and Albi/Toulouse post-program option.                                     treasures of Iona Abbey and Duart Castle; walk in the footsteps of        first-class accommodations and an extensive meal plan with wine
                                                                           medieval and present-day princes in North Wales; and view relics of       at dinner. There is no supplement charged for solo travelers.
From approximately $3,795 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.      the rich Celtic heritage in Dublin, including the Book of Kells.
To make a reservation, please contact Gohagan & Co. at (877) 406-3263.                                                                               From approximately $2,995 per person, double occupancy, plus
                                                                                           Hosted by Dolly Duffy ‘84, Executive Director,            VAT and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel
                                                                                                 Notre Dame Alumni Association                       at (877) 464-2695.

                                                                           From approximately $6,895 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
                                                                           To make a reservation, please contact Gohagan & Co. at (877) 406-3263.

           FRANCE                                                            Tobermory
                                                                            Isle of Iona              Edinburgh
     Rouffignac     La Madeleine                                                                Glasgow
Saint-Émilion            Saint-Amand-de-Coly                                                                    BRITISH                                 ITALY
                                                                                                                                                                             Trani
                             Souillac
                                        L'Abri du Cap-Blanc                                                     COLUMBIA                                                               Bari
   Sarlat-La-Canéda                                                      IRELAND                                                                               Alberobello                    Polignano a Mare
                           Rocamadour                                            Dublin            Holyhead     ENGLAND
               Domme                                                                                                                                                                                             Locorotondo
                                                                                                    Caernarfon                                                               Matera                   Ostuni
                           Albi
                                                                                                                     London                                                                                      Lecce
                         Toulouse
                                                                                                                                                                                       Martina Franca
                                                                                Tresco         Cherbourg        Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue                                                                                     7
                                                                                                                     Caen
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MAY 7–15, 2019                                                                MAY 7–18, 2019                                                         MAY 11–22, 2019

Legendary Europe                                                              Normandy & Gems                                                        Journey Along the Elbe
Take in some of the most storied European sights on this
                                                                              of the Seine                                                           Cruise through enchanting scenery and centuries of history aboard
remarkable voyage aboard Riviera. Sail to Marseille, France’s                                                                                        an exclusively chartered paddleboat cruiser. Christened in 2016, the
                                                                              The Seine River cuts through the heart of Paris and flows through      MS Elbe Princesse transports you into the heart of cities in Germany
oldest city and gateway to the picturesque landscapes and
                                                                              some of the most renowned sites in Northern France. This river         and the Czech Republic along the Elbe and Vltava rivers. Enjoy
medieval towns of Provence. Then, continue to Barcelona, where
                                                                              has shaped and impacted the history of not only Europe but             eight nights onboard, plus one night each in Berlin and Prague. See
modern sophistication lives harmoniously with historic tradition
                                                                              the world. Join us to celebrate the 75th anniversary of D-Day          Berlin’s famed landmarks, including the Reichstag and Brandenburg
and striking architecture mingles with medieval structures. Palma
                                                                              along the Seine River. Glance back in time to honor the history of     Gate. Stroll through Potsdam’s terraced Sanssouci gardens
de Mallorca, the next stop, is filled with impressive architecture
                                                                              Normandy Beach. See history come alive at the D-Day Museum,            and Cecilienhof Palace. In Wittenberg, delve into Martin Luther’s
and historic monuments. Take in the city’s magnificent coast-
                                                                              view the frontlines, and retrace the steps where soldiers fought       revolutionary teachings. Gaze over the spectacular Elbe Sandstone
facing Gothic cathedral built out of sandstone before visiting
                                                                              for triumph. From the City of Lights and the historic Beaches of       Mountains, delight in Litomerice’s colorful architecture and explore
Ajaccio on the lush island of Corsica. Discover the city’s relics that
                                                                              Normandy, to the former residence and gardens of Monet, the            Prague’s Old Town. In addition, enjoy a choice of included excursions,
celebrate Napoleon Bonaparte, who was born here. In Portofino, a
                                                                              Seine River is lined with landmarks, history, and culture. Embark on   featuring cycling, a beer tasting, history tours, and more. Lectures
fishing village turned seaside resort, you’ll find plenty of boutique
                                                                              a luxury river cruise aboard the Scenic Gem. With a meticulously       along the way give you deeper insight into the history and heritage
shops and sidewalk cafés to explore. Before ending your trip in
                                                                              planned itinerary and unforgettable shore excursions, there is         of these destinations. This expertly planned journey includes first-
Civitavecchia, sail to Livorno, a jumping-off point for adventures
                                                                              no better way to experience the Seine River region and immerse         class hotel and ship accommodations and an extensive meal plan
in the monument-rich cities of Florence and Pisa and the idyllic
                                                                              yourself in the history and culture that lines it.                     with complimentary drinks onboard.
Tuscan countryside.
                                                                              From approximately $5,999 per person, double occupancy,
From approximately $2,599 per person, double occupancy (includes                                                                                     From approximately $4,895 per person, double occupancy, plus
                                                                              plus airfare. To make a reservation, please contact Go Next
airfare from select gateways). To make a reservation, please contact                                                                                 port and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel
                                                                              at (866) 655-9070.
Go Next at (877) 333-0449.                                                                                                                           at (877) 464-2695.

                                                                             English
                                                      Portofino              Channel                                                                                                        Berlin
                                    Monte Carlo                                               Fécamp                                                                           Potsdam
                                                                                                          Bolbec
                   Marseille                              Florence            Caudebec-en-Caux                                                                         Magdeburg
                                                                                                      Somme   battlefields                                                            Wittenberg
                                            Livorno                        Honfleur                                                                                            Meissen
                                                                                                  Rouen                                                                                    Dresden
                                                                  Rome           Deauville            Lyons la Fôret                                                        Bad Schandau
                                    Ajaccio Civitavecchia                Normandy Château-Gaillard Les Andelys Auvers-sur-Oise
                Barcelona                                                Beaches Château de La            Giverny                                                                     Litomerice
                                                                                                        Chantilly                                                                            Prague
                                                                                   Roche-Guyon Vernon
                                                                                                      Conflans           Paris                                            GERMANY
                    Palma de
                    Mallorca                                                               GERMANY                  Château
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                                                                                           FRANCE               Vaux-le-Vicomte
MY.ND.EDU/TRAVEL

  MAY 15–23, 2019                                                           MAY 21–29, 2019                                                         JUNE 12–19, 2019

  Springtime in Provence                                                    Ireland~Killarney                                                       Stunning Scenery of Alaska
  & Burgundy                                                                Envelop yourself in Irish traditions, rich culture, and rugged beauty   Explore the astounding glaciers, native traditions, and awe-
                                                                            during a seven-night stay in Killarney in County Kerry. Hear about      inspiring scenery on this cruise along the Alaskan and Canadian
  Join this exclusive, nine-day French sojourn in world-famous
                                                                            history and local legends during a carriage ride through Killarney      Pacific coast. Embark on the Regatta in Seattle and sail up the
  Provence and in the Burgundy and Beaujolais wine regions during
                                                                            National Park; watch Irish singers and dancers and learn to sing a      Inside Passage, a stunning waterway edged by verdant forests,
  springtime, the best time of year to visit. Cruise from Provençal Arles
                                                                            few Irish tunes at an exclusive performance. Drive along the Wild       mountains, and glaciers, and dotted with countless islands. Stop
  to historic Lyon along the fabled Rhône and Saône Rivers aboard the
                                                                            Atlantic Way, as the untamed western coastline is known, and            in Ketchikan and explore the town’s rustic boardwalk or the
  exclusively chartered, deluxe Amadeus Provence, launched in 2017.
                                                                            explore the beautiful Dingle Peninsula. Sail across Bantry Bay to       glacially carved cliffs of Misty Fjords National Monument, then
  Dock in the heart of port towns and visit the wonderfully preserved
                                                                            admire the rare and exotic plants on Garnish Island. Along the way,     cruise Tracy Arm Fjord on your way to immerse yourself in native
  Roman Amphitheater in Arles, the medieval Papal Palace of Avignon,
                                                                            experience a whiskey tasting and a specially prepared farm-to-          cultures in Sitka. Perched on the edge of Canada’s wilderness,
  the Roman city of Orange and the legendary Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune.
                                                                            fork meal. Enjoy first-class accommodations and an extensive            Prince Rupert, legendary for its sport fishing and wildlife viewing,
  Enjoy a walking tour of Lyon, France’s gastronomique gateway, and
                                                                            meal plan featuring wine with dinner on this small-group program.       is a bridge between civilization and the natural world. Finally,
  an excursion to the Beaujolais vineyards for a private wine tasting
                                                                                                                                                    cruise the open blue waters of the Outside Passage, before
  at the Château Montmelas. The Palette of Provence pre-cruise              From approximately $3,195 per person, double occupancy, plus            disembarking Regatta in Seattle.
  option immerses you in the vibrant culture of the quintessential          VAT and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel
  Provençal region. The carefully designed post-cruise option features      at (877) 464-2695.                                                      From approximately $2,149 per person, double occupancy
  cosmopolitan Geneva, Switzerland, and the beautiful town of                                                                                       (includes airfare from select gateways). To make a reservation,
  Chamonix, France, at the base of spectacular Mont Blanc.                                                                                          please contact Go Next at (877) 333-0449.

  From approximately $3,995 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
  To make a reservation, please contact Gohagan & Co. at (877) 406-3263.

                                                                                 Atlantic                                                                                                         BRITISH
              Beaune
     Chalon-Sur-Saône
                                                                                  Ocean                                                                            Sitka                          COLUMBIA
                                    Geneva
                          Mácon      Chamonix
 FRANCE        Trévoux             Tournon                                                                                                                             Ketchikan       Prince Rupert
                            Lyon
                                                                                                           IRELAND
                             Tain-l' Hermitage
                                                                                              Shannon                                                        Pacific
                                                                                                                                                             Ocean
Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
                                   Orange                                                 Dingle        Killarney Mallow
         Pont Du Gard       Arles                                           Blarney
                                                                                        Kenmare               Cork
                               Aix-en-Provence                                                                                                                                                         Seattle             9
                                                                                                      Garnish Island
JUNE 13–24, 2019                                                            JUNE 21–29, 2019

                                               Baltic & Scandinavian Ballads                                               Poland~Kraków
                                               Enjoy historic charms as you sail the Baltic Sea between legendary          Beautiful Kraków is a delight to explore. Discover its merchant
                                               cities. Embark Marina in Stockholm, and sail to Tallinn. Here,              past in Rynek Gówny, Europe’s largest market plaza, and the
                                               red-roofed homes line cobblestone streets and ancient churches              16th-century Cloth Hall, where traders once hawked spices,
                                               are ornamented by powerful spires. Explore the medieval town                textiles, and goods from around the world. See St. Mary’s
                                               before continuing to St. Petersburg for a two-day visit. Take in the        Basilica and its exquisite wooden altar, and listen to the
                                               Russian canal-crossed metropolis and its many elaborate palaces             song played by a lone trumpeter from its highest tower. Visit
                                               before sailing to Helsinki, where innovative architecture overlooks         Kraków’s historic Jewish Quarter and Oskar Schindler’s factory.
                                               spacious green parks and open-air markets. Continue to Riga,                If you choose, learn more about Poland’s tragic wartime
                                               where elaborate Art Nouveau structures transform city streets               history at Auschwitz; as an alternative, join an excursion to a
                                               into works of art. Stroll past buildings in Klaipeda, a gateway to the      nearby model post-war communist community. Just outside
                                               pine groves and sand dunes of the Curonian Spit, and wander the             the city, descend into the amazing Wieliczka Salt Mine. Take
                                               history-lined avenues of the Polish city of Gdańsk. Before concluding       a walk in Ojcow National Park to see the unusual limestone
                                               in Copenhagen, sail to the city of Rostock, a seaside gem in northern       rock formations and visit the 14th-century Pieskowa Skala
                                               Germany, or travel inland to Berlin, one of Europe’s liveliest capitals.    Castle. Take a scenic train ride to Warsaw to explore the capital
                                                                                                                           city. Enjoy seven nights’ first-class accommodations and an
                                               From approximately $3,899 per person, double occupancy (includes            extensive meal plan, featuring wine with dinner.
     SPARKLING SOUTH PACIFIC, 2017             airfare from select gateways). To make a reservation, please contact
 “ND Travel takes care of all                  Go Next at (877) 333-0449.                                                  From approximately $3,095 person, double occupancy, plus
                                                                                                                           VAT and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel
 your trip details. All you do is                                                                                          at (877) 464-2695.
enjoy and make the experience
       your own memory.”
SHARON MERRIWEATHER AND ROD MERRIWEATHER ‘75                              Helsinki
                                                                                                 St. Petersburg
                                                     Stockholm           Tallinn
                                                                                                                                                        POLAND
                                                                                   Riga                                   GERMANY                                         Warsaw
                                                      Copenhagen           Klaipeda                      RUSSIA
                                                     Warnemünde        Gdańsk                                                                       Auschwitz           Nowa Huta
                                                                                                                                                                    Krakow
                                                                                     BELARUS
                                                         Berlin   POLAND
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JUNE 26–JULY 5, 2019                                                   JULY 1–9, 2019                                                                     JULY 8–18, 2019

Gaelic Glory                                                           Cruise the Rhine River:                                                            Gems of the Danube
Immerse yourself in history and tradition as we sail through the
                                                                       Family Cruise                                                                      The Danube River has shaped not only the beautiful European
Emerald and the British Isles, aboard Oceania Cruises’ Nautica.                                                                                           landscape, but also the histories of the diverse regions it flows
                                                                       Bring the whole family along on this seven-night Rhine River adventure that
Embark Nautica in Dublin and head back in time to Viking-founded                                                                                          through. Stretching for hundreds of miles, the river links countries,
                                                                       will delight travelers of all ages! Introduce the youngsters in your life to the
Waterford, the oldest city on the east coast of Ireland. Admire                                                                                           cultures, people, and age-old traditions. From fairytale landscapes
                                                                       iconic Rhine Valley aboard the MS Amadeus Silver III, an exclusively chartered
nature’s bounty in the delightful fishing town of Cobh and take                                                                                           dotted with castles to grand hilltop cities and charming rural villages,
                                                                       first-class ship. Cruise the canals of Amsterdam, and explore the beautiful
in the unparalleled beauty of Bantry—a town rich with glens,                                                                                              a treasure lies beyond each horizon. Join us for a unique Enrich
                                                                       city of Cologne. Tailor this journey to your own interests by choosing among
streams, and forests. See Gaelic heritage come to life in Galway at                                                                                       experience in Vienna. Step back in time and spend the day as royalty
                                                                       included cultural and active excursions, such as wine tasting and bicycling,
An Taibhdhearc—the national Irish language theater of Ireland—                                                                                            in the halls of the exquisite Palais Liechtenstein. Admire its Baroque
                                                                       in Amsterdam, Breisach, Oberwesel, and Speyer; you even can venture into
and explore historic Londonderry, the only completely walled                                                                                              staircase and breathtaking golden ballroom, and enjoy a private
                                                                       France on excursions offered in Strasbourg. Many activities are designed
city remaining in the British Isles. While in Belfast, birthplace of                                                                                      concert featuring the works of Strauss and Mozart. Spend two
                                                                       to appeal to our young travelers, and they’ll enjoy special perks, such as a
the Titanic, discover an industrial city polished into a beautiful                                                                                        days exploring Prague before embarking on an all-inclusive, luxury
                                                                       briefing by the captain. Partake in the German tradition of Frühschoppen,
Northern Irish destination. Embrace Viking history at the museums                                                                                         river cruise aboard the Scenic Amber. With a meticulously planned
                                                                       the mid-morning snack of pretzels and sausages, though only adults get
in Douglas.                                                                                                                                               itinerary and unforgettable shore excursions, there is no better way
                                                                       the customary beer! All meals are included, and wine, beer, and soft drinks
                                                                                                                                                          to experience the Danube River region and immerse yourself in the
From approximately $3,899 per person, double occupancy (includes       are complimentary at lunch and dinner.
                                                                                                                                                          history and culture that lines its banks.
airfare from select gateways). To make a reservation, please contact
Go Next at (877) 333-0449.                                                     Hosted by Rev. “Monk” Malloy, C.S.C., ‘63, ‘67 M.A., ‘69 M.Th.,
                                                                                                                                                          From approximately $4,999 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
                                                                                            Notre Dame President Emeritus
                                                                                                                                                          To make a reservation, please contact Go Next at (866) 655-9070.
                                                                       From approximately $2,995 per person, double occupancy, plus
                                                                       port and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel
                                                                       at (877) 464-2695.

                                                                                             Amsterdam            NETHERLANDS
     Atlantic
      Ocean                                                                                                             Cologne       GERMANY                    GERMANY
                                Londonderry
                                    Belfast                                                                                Oberwesel                                                        Prague      CZECH
                                          Douglas                                                                                                                              Nuremberg                REPUBLIC
                                                                                                                  Speyer      Heidelberg                                                 Cesky Krumlov
            Galway        Dublin                                                                                                                                      Regensburg   Passau                 SLOVAKIA
                                                                                                                        Strasbourg                                                           Dürnstein    Bratislava
                                                                                                                                                                                    Linz
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Vienna HUNGARY
                                                                                                         Breisach                        Freiburg
                Cobh           Waterford                                                 FRANCE                              Zurich                                         AUSTRIA        Melk
                                                                                                                Basel                                                              Salzburg           Budapest
       Bantry                                                                                                                                                                                                        11
                                                                                                                      SWITZERLAND
JULY 15–25, 2019                                                           JULY 24–AUGUST 2, 2019                                                  AUGUST 2–9, 2019

Circumnavigation of Iceland                                                National Parks & Lodges of                                              Discover Southeast Alaska
Experience an enchanting land of geological extremes on this
                                                                           the Old West                                                            Head out on a summertime expedition through some of nature’s more
circumnavigation of Iceland. Encounter vast volcanic landscapes                                                                                    secluded landscapes as we discover the remote inner reaches of
                                                                           Inspiration, a connection to the past, and nature’s beauty are the
and one of the world’s youngest islands, walk on lava fields and ice                                                                               Alaska’s Inside Passage aboard the 66-guest Admiralty Dream. Enjoy
                                                                           gifts of this 10-day American expedition. Tracing the historic paths
sheets, and feel the power of gushing hot springs and cascading                                                                                    the agility and flexibility of small-ship travel, up-close encounters
                                                                           and natural splendors of the Old West joined by an expert Orbridge
waterfalls. Cruise among magnificent icebergs in Jökulsárlón, and                                                                                  with wildlife, stunning scenery, cultural experiences, and the guidance
                                                                           Expedition Leader, see and learn about the storied sights and
spend time on the Arctic Circle spotting puffins. Kayak into fjords and                                                                            of two expert naturalists, including an Orbridge Expedition Leader.
                                                                           monuments of Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, Spearfish
serene bays, and go hiking on magnificent, remote stretches of the                                                                                 Capture the sight of whales breaching next to your boat, bears
                                                                           Canyon, Yellowstone National Park, and Grand Teton National Park.
coast. Cap off the adventure with a soak in the famous Blue Lagoon.                                                                                fishing along the shoreline, and eagles looking down from their
                                                                           Witness bison herds, savor a chuck wagon cook-out, see Mount
Every day is active and engaging. You’ll explore under the sure                                                                                    nests—all part of nature’s amazing show. This program also offers
                                                                           Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial, visit a woolly mammoth
guidance of an expedition leader, an assistant expedition leader,                                                                                  an optional pre-extension to Denali National Park. Explore this vast
                                                                           dig site, and, at the volcanically active caldera of Yellowstone, see
eight veteran naturalists, and National Geographic photographer,                                                                                   and stunningly beautiful wilderness—home to Denali, the highest
                                                                           otherworldly geothermal sites. Wonderfully atmospheric hotels and
plus a Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor, a                                                                                  mountain in North America. Ride the Alaska Railroad, stay in a hilltop
                                                                           lodges are a highlight of this program, including landmark lodging
Global Perspective guest speaker, an undersea specialist, a wellness                                                                               lodge with panoramic views located inside the park, and learn how
                                                                           within the parks themselves. Traveling comfortably in a private motor
specialist, and a video chronicler. Their knowledge and passion                                                                                    this magnificent area became one of our nation’s most breathtaking
                                                                           coach, there is no better way to see our national parks.
for the fascinating Arctic region is the key to your extraordinary                                                                                 conservation areas.
experience.
                                                                           From approximately $3,995 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
                                                                                                                                                   From approximately $3,495 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
                                                                           To make a reservation, please contact Orbridge at (866) 639-0079.
From approximately $10,990 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.                                                                             To make a reservation, please contact Orbridge at (866) 639-0079.
To make a reservation, please contact Lindblad Expeditions at (888)
773-9007.

 Atlantic                                  Grímsey
  Ocean                                                                        Yellowstone                                   SOUTH DAKOTA                                                             BRITISH
                         Siglufjördur         Husavik        Langanes          National Park                                                                                                          COLUMBIA
 Ísafjördur                                                  Peninsula                                     U-Cross Ranch
                                               Lake Mývatn                               Cody                                                                                 Auke Bay
                                Akureyri                                                                                       Rapid City
                                                                                    Grand Teton           Mt. Rushmore                                                                       Juneau
Latrabjarg      Flatey Island                                                                                                Custer State Park
                                                                                    National Park
                                        ICELAND               Djúpivogur                                                     Hot Springs
                                                                               Jackson                                                                    Pacific
             Reykjavik                                                                                                                                                            Sitka            Petersburg
                                                                                           WYOMING                                                        Ocean
                                  Heimaey Island
                                                                                                                                NEBRASKA
   12         Surtsey Island
AUGUST 8–16, 2019                                                             AUGUST 21–29, 2019                                                     AUGUST 22–SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

Canadian Rockies                                                              Swiss Alps                                                             Mediterranean Pathways
Treat yourself to vistas of unspoiled lakes and mountains during              Surround yourself with the beauty of Switzerland—storybook             Sail to incredible destinations in Italy, Greece, Croatia, and Turkey
this eight-night journey through the Canadian Rockies. Stay in                villages, craggy mountains, green forests, and turquoise lakes—on      aboard the luxurious Sirena. Embark in Civitavecchia and head
Kananaskis, Jasper, and Banff, and discover the awe-inspiring                 this seven-night program ideal for active travelers. Venture out on    to Sorrento, a city that delights with a vibrant southern Italian
scenery and unique culture of this rugged area. Pet the friendly              daily adventures, including hikes through the spectacular Bernese      culture, and then to stunning Capri, and on to Sicily for Taormina,
pups at a sled dog training facility. Board a specially designed              Oberland region, funicular and gondola rides, and a visit to the       a town that boasts unrivaled panoramas of the Ionian Sea and
vehicle to explore a massive glacier, and feast your eyes on                  Swiss capital of Bern. Travel on the famous Swiss railway with an      Mount Etna. Then, sail to Greece. Corfu offers a lush landscape
the scenery along the Athabasca River during a guided rafting                 included train pass. Listen to cowbell serenades; gaze at classic      of olive groves and white-sand beaches; Gythion has an array
excursion. At night, gaze at the planets, stars, and galaxies above           views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks; stop at fountains       of pretty pastel-colored houses; and Mykonos, known as Little
Jasper’s Dark Sky Preserve as an astronomer explains the view.                to fill your bottle with pure mountain spring water; and breathe       Venice, is home to iconic windmills. Browse the colorful market
Learn about the Mountie tradition and mission. See the stunning               pristine Alpine air. These simple delights will make your soul soar!   at Kusadasi, a jumping-off point to explore the archaeological
Athabasca Falls, Peyto Lake, Bow River Valley, and Moraine Lake.              Enriching lectures about Swiss culture, mountain sports, and           wonders of Ephesus, one of the world’s best-preserved Greco-
Take a delightful gondola ride on famous Lake Louise and so much              Swiss wine, which you can taste as you learn about the local wine      Roman cities. Next, continue to Dubrovnik, an ancient walled city
more! Local guides provide fascinating insight during included                industry, balance this program’s active pursuits. Enjoy first-class    on the Dalmatian Coast. Finally, sail to Venice, and stroll through
excursions and educational activities. This small-group journey               accommodations in the delightful town of Thun and an extensive         the winding narrow alleyways to find hidden piazzas, romantic
features first-class accommodations and an extensive meal plan,               meal plan, featuring wine with dinner on this small-group program.     trattorias, and charming old shops.
including wine with dinner.
                                                                              From approximately $2,995 per person, double occupancy, plus           From approximately $4,099 per person, double occupancy (includes
From approximately $4,295 per person, double occupancy, plus                  VAT and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel      airfare from select gateways). To make a reservation, please contact
VAT and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel             at (877) 464-2695.                                                     Go Next at (877) 333-0449.
at (877) 464-2695.

             Athabasca Falls                                                                                                                                Venice
 Jasper                                                  BRITISH
                                                         COLUMBIA
                                                                                         Niederhorn          Zürich                                                                   Dubrovnik

             Columbia                                                                         Bern       Lucerne       SWITZERLAND                   Civitavecchia       Rome
              Icefield          Peyto Lake
                                                                                                Thun               Brienz                                        Sorrento
                 Lake Louise                                                                                                                                                                    Corfu
                                                      Lake Minnewanka                    Interlaken          Lauterbrunnen
                   Moraine Lake                                                          Kandersteg                                                                                                                    Ephesus
                                    Banff                                                                   Mürren
                                                                    Calgary             Lake Oeschinen                                                                                              Mykonos
                                               Kananaskis
                                                                                                                                                                                Taormina                              Kusadasi
                                                                                                                                                                                              Gythion
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SEPTEMBER 1–12, 2019                                                     SEPTEMBER 5–16, 2019                                                           SEPTEMBER 15–23, 2019

Inspiring Italy                                                          Wonders of Peru                                                                Great Pacific Northwest
Take in the renowned scenes of the Italian coastline during              Tap into your sense of adventure and take the journey of a lifetime            Your adventure through the Pacific Northwest begins with an
this incredible 11-day/10-night cruise. Overnight in Venice, an          to Peru and the Amazon rainforest. From the modern capital of Lima             overnight stay in Vancouver, Washington, just minutes from Portland
enchanting city, then embark Sirena and sail Umbria, a region of         to the ancient capital of Cusco and Machu Picchu to the Amazon                 and known for its gorgeous parks, eclectic neighborhoods, and
incredible beauty with rolling hills and wildflower-dotted meadows.      basin, experience the richness of Peruvian culture. See Lima’s colonial        culinary scene. Board the American Empress and journey to Astoria,
Bari, the following stop, is home to St. Nicholas Basilica. Next, sail   architecture, and savor a home-cooked Peruvian dinner at a landmark            where splendid Victorian homes and maritime relics mingle with
to Crotone, which offers fine museums and imposing monuments,            home. Explore Incan history at Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, and the Sacred             delightful cafés and shops. Head ashore in Stevenson, your gateway
and to Taormina, a town that boasts unrivaled panoramas of the           Valley. Take a train ride into a cloud forest to the breathtaking sight of     to the famed Bonneville Dam and Columbia Gorge Interpretive
Ionian Sea and Mount Etna. Visit Amalfi, an town filled with ancient     Machu Picchu, and cruise into the rainforest aboard the exclusively            Center Museum, then glide down the river and admire the lovely
wonders like a 12th-century Capuchin monastery. Nearby, Positano         chartered Delfin III. Glide in skiffs on wildlife-watching excursions and      scenery and small-town charm of The Dalles. Before concluding your
charms all who visit with its colorful fishing boats and Moorish-style   hike in the jungle. Visit a manatee rescue center. This 10-night journey       riverboat journey in Clarkston, travel to Richland, and explore nearby
houses. Next, sail to Civitavecchia, Italy’s treasure of history and     includes all internal flights and a train ride; a three-night deluxe cruise;   Sacajawea State Park, the site of Lewis and Clark’s 1805 camp.
architecture. Discover the capital’s legendary sites before visiting     specially selected accommodations in Lima, the Sacred Valley, Machu
Portoferraio on the island of Elba, then finally Portofino, a fishing    Picchu, and Cusco; and an extensive meal plan with wine at dinner.             From approximately $3,999 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
village turned seaside resort.                                           There is no supplement charged for solo travelers.                             To make a reservation, please contact Go Next at (877) 333-0449.

From approximately $4,099 per person, double occupancy (includes         From approximately $5,995 per person, double occupancy (includes
airfare from select gateways). To make a reservation, please contact     airfare from select gateways). To make a reservation, please contact
Go Next at (877) 333-0449.                                               AHI Travel at (877) 464-2695.

                   Venice
                                                                                                                                                                                                       Spokane
       Portofino                                                                                Iquitos                                                                                  Sacajawea
Monte Carlo                                                                                                                                                                              State Park
               Portoferraio       Umbria                                                                                         BRAZIL                     Astoria         Richland                      Clarkston
              Elba                                                                              PERU
            Civitavecchia                  Bari                                                                                                          Vancouver        Stevenson
                        Amalfi/                                                          Lima                                                              Portland
                      Positano                                                                                                                                                The Dalles
                                           Crotone                                     Machu Picchu           Sacred Valley
                       Taormina                                                                               Cusco
                                                                          Pacific Ocean
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 SEPTEMBER 17–OCTOBER 3, 2019                                            SEPTEMBER 23–OCTOBER 4, 2019                                                OCTOBER 1–10, 2019

 Journey Through                                                         Croatia & the                                                               St. Lawrence Seaway
 South Africa                                                            Dalmatian Coast                                                             & French Canada
 Grasslands and winelands, highlands and dramatic coastal scenery,       Surround yourself with both culture and the beautiful outdoors              Embark in Montréal and sail to Québec City. Stroll through the cobbled
 cities large and small—it’s South Africa, and your coterie of no more   of Croatia and the Dalmatian Coast on this 10-night, small-group            streets of this city and embrace the magic and charm of its well-
 than 24 guests sees it all on a special small-group journey. This 17-   journey. Stay in Zagreb, the old capital city that is young at heart, and   preserved historic sites. Journey through the Thousand Islands, an
 day odyssey begins with a tour of Johannesburg’s renowned Soweto        Split and Dubrovnik, two Dalmatian Coast treasures. Create memories         archipelago of more than 1,800 islands rising up from the St. Lawrence
 district and continues on to Pretoria with its esteemed Freedom Park    of a lifetime as you explore Zagreb’s Old Town, wander through the          River. These hauntingly beautiful fragments of land mark the border
 memorial and monumental Union Buildings. Board the luxury Rovos         grand ruins of Diocletian’s Palace, look down upon the streets of           between the United States and Canada. Visit Kingston, an ever-changing
 Rail for the breathtaking passage to Cape Town. Ride a cable car up     Dubrovnik from its medieval city walls, and discover historic Trogir,       city brimming with history and culture. Toronto is a vibrant city abuzz
 Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain for panoramic vistas. Travel to the   a gem of a Renaissance town. Take in the spectacular beauty of the          with activity and home to some of the world’s finest restaurants, bars,
 legendary Cape of Good Hope and see the African penguin colony          Plitvice Lakes; board a ferry to the island of Brac to enjoy a winery       clubs, and eclectic festivals. Then, travel to Port Colborne and enjoy
 at Boulders Beach. Sample wine in the acclaimed Winelands region        lunch and tasting; and explore the stunning Dalmatian Coast, one of         its diverse vibrant culture and its famous Niagara Falls attractions.
 and traverse the Garden Route, one of the world’s great coastal         the most stunning coastlines in the world! The sigh-inducing scenery        Cleveland offers a sophisticated and unique travel experience while
 drives, stopping at dramatic Tsitsikamma National Park. Conclude        includes cerulean bays, forested inlets, rugged mountains, and              staying in touch with its functionality as a working-class city. Take a
 your adventure “on safari” at a private game reserve. Experience the    red-roofed storybook towns. Stay at first-class hotels and enjoy an         guided trolley tour viewing more than 100 of Cleveland’s points of
 spectacular natural wonder of Victoria Falls on a five-day/four-night   extensive meal plan, including wine with dinner.                            interest before disembarking in Detroit.
 pre-tour option.
                                                                         From approximately $3,995 per person, double occupancy, plus                From approximately $5,199 per person , double occupancy, including airfare.
 From approximately $6,984 per person, double occupancy, with            VAT and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel           To make a reservation, please contact Go Next at (877) 333-0449.
 estimated airfare from Boston, New York, and Washington, D.C. To make   at (877) 464-2695.
 a reservation, please contact Odysseys Unlimited at (888) 370-6765.

                                        Victoria Falls                                                            HUNGARY
                                                                                                                                                                              CANADA
                                                                                                                                                                                              Québec City
                                                                                                      Zagreb                                                                                              BRITISH
                                 Pretoria        Kruger National Park                                                                                                                  Montréal           COLUMBIA
                                                                                                                                                                                Kingston
                         Johannesburg
                                                                                                                                                                         Toronto    Niagara Falls
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                                                                                                 Trogir                                                                                                       Atlantic Ocean
                                                                                                                 Pučišća
               Plettenberg Bay                                                                     Supetar
          Cape Town               Port Elizabeth                                                                     Dubrovnik                                                                                         15
                         Hermanus                                                                        Bol
OCTOBER 12–20, 2019                                                         OCTOBER 12–26, 2019

                                            Normandy: 75th                                                              China & Tibet: The Himalayas
                                            Anniversary of D-Day                                                        & the Yangtze
                                            From rolling, green hills to the beautiful sea, discover the                Experience the best of China and Tibet. This custom-designed and
                                            essence of Normandy as well as its pivotal role in history. On this         comprehensive 15-day journey encompasses the breadth of China
                                            seven-night journey, experience classic Norman culture. Explore             from the Himalayan “Rooftop of the World” through the dramatic
                                            Mont-Saint-Michel, where a medieval monastery seemingly rises               gorges of the Yangtze River to the historic neighborhoods of Old
                                            out of the sea, and see the Bayeux Tapestry, the embroidered                Shanghai. Enjoy five-star accommodations in Beijing, Xi’an, and Lhasa
                                            story of William the Conqueror’s Battle of Hastings victory. Taste          and in Shanghai’s historic Fairmont Peace Hotel. Cruise for three nights
                                            Normandy’s contributions to French cuisine, and sip Calvados,               aboard the deluxe Victoria Jenna. Tour the impressive Three Gorges
                                            the region’s celebrated cider brandy, in an apple orchard. And              Dam. Walk along the Great Wall and through Beijing’s Forbidden City
                                            as the world marks the 75th anniversary of D-Day, spend two                 and Tiananmen Square. Visit ancient Xi’an and view the impressive
                                            full days visiting Omaha and Utah beaches, Normandy American                Terra Cotta Warriors. Explore magnificent Tibetan temples and
                                            Cemetery, and other sites associated with this crucial World War            Shanghai’s Bund and Pudong districts.
                                            II battle, plus gain insights during engaging lectures. Enjoy first-
                                            class accommodations in Honfleur and an extensive meal plan,                From approximately $4,995 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare.
                                            featuring wine with dinner, on this small-group program. There is           To make a reservation, please contact Gohagan & Co. at (877) 406-3263.
       EXPEDITION TO ANTARCTICA, 2017       no supplement for solo travelers.
        “Antarctica is truly a              From approximately $3,195 per person, double occupancy, plus
          once-in-a-lifetime                VAT and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel
                                            at (877) 464-2695.
     experience. It was a thrill to
     share it with those who also
                                                                                                                                                                         Beijing
      have a love for Our Lady’s
              University.”                                                                              BELGIUM                                                                           East
               ANN CARLSON ‘73                                                                                                CHINA                                                     China Sea
                                                                                                                                                   Xi'an

                                               Ste. Mère                            Honfleur
                                               Église        Bayeux       Caen                                                                   Sandouping Yichang                Shanghai
                                                                                                                                          Shibaozhai
                                        Mont-Saint-Michel                                                       Paris                   Chongqing
16                                                                            FRANCE
MY.ND.EDU/TRAVEL

  OCTOBER 27–NOVEMBER 4, 2019                                           OCTOBER 29–NOVEMBER 9, 2019                                          DECEMBER 4–12, 2019

  Majestic Vistas                                                       Cuba Charms                                                          Holiday Markets Cruise
  Explore ancient cities and alluring architecture, as you set sail     Sail the warm waters of the Caribbean in this exclusive journey      Celebrate centuries-old traditions on a Rhine River cruise taking
  across the Ionian Sea. Embark Marina in Venice, and sail to           to Cuba and the Bahamas. Before embarking in Miami, enjoy a          you to holiday markets in France, Germany, and Switzerland.
  Dubrovnik, an ancient walled city on the Dalmatian Coast that         group lecture on Cuban and Latin American affairs, and take a        Holiday delights—Old World decorations, toys, jewelry, and
  retains its centuries-long allure. View Venetian architecture         panoramic tour of Miami and see Little Havana, Coral Gables,         more—fill these festive fairs. The scent of cinnamon and
  in Kotor and opulent baroque landmarks in Valletta. Stroll            and Coconut Grove. Journey to Havana and spend two days              nutmeg and the sounds of carolers and bells enchant your
  through Messina, a lovely medieval city rich with history             taking in its old-fashioned aesthetic, larger-than-life culture,     senses. New adventures await daily. In Heidelberg, visit the
  and famous for a cathedral where Richard the Lionheart                and fascinating heritage and history. Then, sail across the          castle and attend a musical performance. Admire Cologne’s
  worshipped in 1190. Before returning to Rome, rejoice in              Caribbean Sea to Cienfuegos and explore the Pearl of the             spectacular cathedral, and personalize your cruise with a
  Naples, home to world-class dining, fascinating museums,              South—the city’s French spirit, tranquil seaside setting, and        selection of included excursions in Basel, Breisach, Rüdesheim,
  and treasures such as the Farnese Bull, or observe the ruins          neoclassical architecture are sure to enchant. Spend two             and Strasbourg. Ample free time allows you to explore the
  of ancient Pompeii, a vast archaeological site standing in the        exciting days amidst the dramatic backdrop of Santiago de            markets at your leisure. Aboard the exclusively chartered first-
  shadow of Mount Vesuvius.                                             Cuba, the city that offers rich heritage and cultural diversions.    class MS Amadeus Silver III, you’ll never miss a sight, including
                                                                        Finally, before returning to Miami, see the northernmost             the scenic Rhine Gorge, on this seven-night journey. All meals
  From approximately $1,999 per person, double occupancy                island in the Berry Island chain, Great Stirrup Cay, a vision of     are included. Wine, beer, and soft drinks are complimentary with
  (includes airfare from select gateways). To make a reservation,       Bahamian paradise where brilliant turquoise waves caress             lunches and all dinners aboard the ship. There is no supplement
  please contact Go Next at (877) 333-0449.                             coconut palm-fringed beaches.                                        for solo travelers.

                                                                        From approximately $3,099 per person, double occupancy               From approximately $2,295 per person, double occupancy, plus
                                                                        (includes airfare from select gateways). To make a reservation,      port and airfare. To make a reservation, please contact AHI Travel
                                                                        please contact Go Next at (877) 333-0449.                            at (877) 464-2695.

                                                                                                Miami
FRANCE                 Venice
                                                          ROMANIA     Gulf of Mexico
                                                                                                                                                                    GERMANY
                                                                                       Havana
                                              Dubrovnik
                                                Kotor                            Cienfuegos                                                                    Frankfurt
                      Rome                                                                           CUBA                                     Cologne Rudesheim
                                                                                                                                                   Bonn
                                     Naples
                                                                                                                     Santiago de Cuba                              Heidelberg
                                                                                                                                                      Speyer
                        Messina
                                                                                                                                               Strasbourg
                                                                                                                                                               Breisach           Zurich
                          Valletta                                                                                                          FRANCE              Freiburg                                          17
 AFRICA                                                                                                                                               Basil
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