California Rail Discovery
May 1-7, 2024
Begin your trip with a two night stay in San Francisco. A tour of the “City by the Bay” will show the city’s many highlights and features a San Francisco Bay Cruise for spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and the beautiful skyline. Later, cross over the Golden Gate Bridge to visit Muir Woods National Monument to see some of the oldest and the tallest Redwood trees in the world. Next, travel into Napa Valley Wine Country for a Winery Tour & Tasting to sample some local wines while learning about wine making. Then travel to Sacramento to tour Old Sacramento and the California State Railroad Museum. Continuing your travels, board Amtrak’s California Zephyr into Sierra Nevada Mountains and disembark in Truckee near Lake Tahoe. Enjoy three nights in the South Lake Tahoe area. Highlights include: Reno and National Auto Museum, historic town of Virginia City, a Lake Tahoe Paddle Wheeler Cruise and a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Per person cost based on double occupancy of $4,025 includes round trip airfare from Lexington, hotel accommodations and transfers, 9 meals, 2 beer and wine receptions, admission fees per itinerary, tour director and motorcoach transportation.
Cape Cod & the Islands
July 13-19, 2024
Enjoy your first night in exciting Boston and then head out for 5 nights on “The Cape”. Highlights of the trip include: Boston City Tour, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Martha’s VIneyard Tour, Nantucket Island visit, Nantucket Whaling Museum, Plimoth Plantation, Mayflower II, Plymouth Rock, Provincetown, Cranberry Bog, Cape Cod National Seashore, Newport (Rhode Island), Breakers Mansion and a New England lobster dinner. Per person cost based on double occupancy of $3,825 includes roundtrip airfare from Lexington, 6 nights first class hotel accommodations, 9 meals, 2 beer and wine receptions, admission fees per itinerary, tour director and motorcoach transportation.
Delightful Douro with Lisbon
September 11-21, 2024
Be rejuvenated as you take in the breathtaking views of the Douro Valley on this 7-night cruise aboard Emerald Cruises’ Emerald Radiance (all onboard meals and gratuities included). Experience the magic of Lisbon during an included 2-night pre-cruise program featuring a visit to the Belem Monumental Quarter, the Jeronimos Monastery, and a stop at the Belem gardens to enjoy an authentic Pasteis de Belem. Transfer to Porto and enjoy a full day of sailing through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Douro Valley. Visit the beautiful Quinta do Tedo vineyard, and in Vega de Terron slow down and catch a glimpse of western Spanish life with its quiet streets and lush landscapes. Experience the captivating landscapes of Pocinho and visit Regua where wine terraces are cut from the rock and you can taste delicious port wines. Spend your final day in Porto strolling picture-perfect, cobblestone streets and savor Porto cuisine at a local cafe. Roundtrip economy coach airfare with transfers and luggage handling fees included. Price starts at $6,990 per person.
Fall Colors on Mark Twain’s Mississippi
September 28-October 6, 2024
Discover the beauty of Mark Twain’s Mississippi on this 8-night autumnal cruise aboard American Queen Voyages’ American Countess®. Begin with a complimentary pre-cruise hotel stay in St. Louis, famous for its soaring arch. Embark in Alton, a city whose charming monuments dot the historic streets, and prepare to cruise to Hannibal–the boyhood home of Mark Twain and famously known as the setting for many of his writings. Meander along the riverfront trail and rest at Leach Park in Bettendorf as you take in the views of the mighty Mississippi. Then head to Dubuque where you can pay a visit to the Dubuque Museum of Art, Iowa’s oldest cultural institution. In La Crosse, seek out a local brew pub to get a taste of the city’s long and storied history in the brewing industry. Before journey’s end, spend a day in Red Wing, a city whose pioneering story lives on in its many galleries and museums. Round trip economy class airfare available for $499 per person. Cruise price starts at $4,369 per person.
Sunsets & Cypresses
October 15-25, 2024
Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Greece, Turkey, Montenegro, Croatia, and Italy on this 10-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Riviera. Embark in Athens and set sail for Mykonos. Meander through the rugged, yet cosmopolitan island as you marvel at the white-washed buildings, whimsical windmills, and pristine beaches. Take in the pleasures of Istanbul as you peruse the spice markets or make a stop at the Blue Mosque. Soak up the sun on one of Izmir’s many magnificent beaches before absorbing the charm of the old town and old harbor of Bari. Take a ride around the Bay of Kotor. In Dubrovnik, indulge your historic side as you traverse the lanes of the Old Town, filled with fortresses and fortifications, or go local and cook coastal cuisine with Croatian villagers. Finally, amidst charming canals, be swept away by the romance, history, and culture of Venice. Roundtrip airfare with transfers included. Price starts at $3,799 per person.
More travel opportunities to come! For a printed brochure for any of the trips listed above contact Natasa Mongiardo in the alumni office at (800) 487-2679 or (859) 233-8213.