2024 Alumni & Friends Travel to Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands!
Our 2024 Alumni and Friends group trip is Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Cruise. It is set for June 3-June 12, 2024. The 10-day trip begins in Quito, Ecuador and includes a cruise with six stops in the Galapagos Islands.
Ecuador puts new meaning behind the saying, “good things come in small packages.” In terms of flora, fauna, and opportunities for viewing unique local wildlife, this South American country runs the gamut. Journey to Quito for a taste of Ecuadorean culture and Spanish colonial history. Then, island hop through the Galápagos, where you’ll move from mangrove swamps to lava flows to sunny shorelines, encountering scores of exotic creatures along the way. End in the indigenous city of Otavalo, famous for its colorful market. The additional 5-day extension for this trip (June 12-18) is to Lima, Peru and the incredible Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World.
2025 Alumni & Friends Travel to Germany, Switzerland, & Austria!
Our 2025 Alumni and Friends group trip is Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. It is set for June 24-July 7, 2025. The 14-day trip begins in Frankfurt, Germany and includes stops in the Swiss Alps, Black Forest, Austrian Alps, castles, abbeys and more! The trip ends in Vienna, Austria.
Germany, Switzerland, and Austria share a language, but their appeals are varied. Discover delightfully distinct style and substance in each destination on this guided trip, from the Gothic spires of Heidelberg to the Art Nouveau elegance of Vienna. Swiss mountains and the Bavarian forest, German beer and Austrian wine—this trio of countries has something for everyone to enjoy on tour. The additional 3-day extension for this trip (July 7-9) is to Budapest, Hungary.
