Travel
Discover somewhere new or visit your favorite location with fellow Terps.
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2021 Travel
Take in the dramatic natural beauty of Cape Town. Enjoy wildlife sightings in Walvis Bay and stroll along golden sand beaches in Port Elizabeth, boasting some of world’s best coastal climates. Experience the energy of Durban, a thriving metropolis set against pristine beaches, and tour some of the most magnificent wetland scenery in Richards Bay and Maputo.
Enjoy downtown accommodations at the Lexington Marriott City Center while exploring what makes the Run for the Roses a truly special event including Dawn at the Downs, the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, working horse farm tours, Keeneland race track, and more! Sit front and center for all the excitement on Derby Day, take in the sights, grandeur (and hats!!) at Churchill Downs. This specialty tour offers an unforgettable way to experience “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports”.
This exclusive, nine-day French sojourn features a seven-night cruise through Provence and the Burgundy and Beaujolais wine regions aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe Amadeus Provence. Explore Beaune, the Beaujolais vineyards, Lyon, Orange, Avignon and Arles. Geneva and the French Alps Pre-Cruise Option and Palette of Provence Post-Cruise Option.
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See the Roman palace in Split and walk through the Old Town in Kotor. Visit ancient ruins in Syracuse, lounge in a seaside café in Sorrento, and discover Rome’s relics. Wonder at the Duomo in Florence and check out the Circuit de Monaco in Monte Carlo. Wander the countryside of Provence, dine on local seafood in Palamós, and stroll the beach in Palma de Mallorca.
Life is different in Apulia, Italy’s rustic, sun-kissed southern region. Experience Mediterranean meals savored slowly amidst olive groves and family vineyards. Tour ancient villages atop limestone cliffs and see boats bobbing in Adriatic seaports where time stands still. Relish Apulia’s heart-warming charm, its landmarks, and its famously fresh, simple dishes on this journey. No single supplement!
Reward yourself for all your hard work with the ultimate escape. This tour provides something for everyone, from mingling with locals on the London pub crawl, and seeking adventure parasailing in the Greek isles to photographing the majesty of Il Duomo in Florence and dancing like Julie Andrews in the Austrian hills. Unleash your inner adventurer, enjoy this well-rounded experience and make memories and new friends to last a lifetime.
Book and pay by December 7, 2020 and save up to $300!
Embark in the bustling cultural hub of Vancouver and cruise the Inside Passage. See native totems in Ketchikan, shop for Alaskan art in Juneau, and discover Skagway’s gold rush legacy. Explore Sitka’s native heritage, cruise Hubbard Glacier, and end your journey in Seward near Kenai Fjords National Park.
This extraordinary 11-day “Grand Tour” of Europe combines river, rail, lake and mountain travel and features Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands. Cruise aboard the deluxe Amadeus Silver III along the Rhine River. Ride aboard three legendary railways—the Pilatus Railway, the Glacier Express and the Gornergrat Bahn. Amsterdam Post-Program Option.
Additional information coming soon!
Ireland’s gorgeous, sweeping coastal scenery awaits you on the Wild Atlantic Way and in pristine County Donegal! Visit iconic cities like Dublin, Galway and Derry, Northern Ireland, and marvel at the Slieve League sea cliffs and Giant’s Causeway. Revel in the best of Ireland’s natural beauty, culture and cuisine on this unforgettable 10-night journey!
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Embark on a luxury safari in spectacular Tanzania on this nine-night adventure. Come face to face with elephants, zebras, lions and more with the help of expert guides in Serengeti, Tarangire and Ngorongoro wildlife parks. Explore the archaeological wonders of Oldupai Gorge, learn about the Masai people and savor an authentic bush lunch!
Treat your senses to extraordinary experiences on this nine-night Swiss journey, featuring stays in Interlaken and Vevey. Visit Bern, Brienz, Kandersteg, Montreux and more! Indulge in traditional cuisine, gaze at unforgettable mountain vistas, ride a cogwheel train up the Brienzer Rothorn and delight in a folkloric performance. This active, small-group adventure is a breath of fresh air!
See the Suomenlinna in Helsinki and spend two days in the imperial city of St. Petersburg. Explore fourteenth-century churches in Tallinn, amble narrow lanes of cottages in Visby, and visit the dunes of the Curonian Spit. Shop the colorful Long Market in Gdańsk. Seek out Bornholm’s beaches and craggy cliffs, and visit the historic Berlin Wall.
Be transported back to medieval Spain on this incredible, seven-night adventure in the enchanting Castile and León region! Marvel at the beauty and history of fabled cities and towns including Salamanca, Madrid, Ávila, Toledo and your home base of Segovia. See grand palaces, a walled city, a Roman aqueduct, plus the Prado’s world-class art!
Enjoy hotel accommodations and free time in Old Town Albuquerque, exploring museums, shops and galleries. Sit front and center at the Chasers’ Club hospitality patio for two morning and one evening session featuring Dawn Patrol and Evening Glow. Join us for special access to experience the world-renowned attraction, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta!
See the Roman palace in Split and treat yourself to Italian cuisine in Syracuse. Explore ancient ruins in Pompeii, discover Rome’s relics, and see the Duomo in Florence. Drive along the Grand Corniche in Monte Carlo, wander the countryside of Provence, and stroll the beach in Palma de Mallorca.
*Date, price, and itinerary are subject to change.
Take in the frescoes in Naples and wander the old town in Trapani. See Caravaggio’s masterpiece in Valetta. Journey through an ancient fortress in Monemvasia, visit the capital city of Crete, and lounge on the beaches of Rhodes. Explore the ruins of Ephesus and discover Istanbul—a city that spans two continents.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
ELIGIBILITY AND MEMBERSHIP
We invite you, your family and friends to participate in our travel program. To participate, one member of the group must be a current member of the University of Maryland Alumni Association.
Not a member? Join today!
Call 301.405.4678/800.336.8627 or click here for membership information and online registration.
RESERVATIONS AND DEPOSITS
Reservations will be honored on a first-come, first served basis. A deposit indicated on the reservation form will hold your space. If the program of your choice is full when we receive your application, we will put your name on a waiting list and notify you in writing. We will call you if a space becomes available. If you choose to withdraw from the waiting list, please notify us by mail or phone, and your deposit will be returned.
TOUR COSTS
Dates, schedules, program details and costs are given in good faith but may be subject to change and revision. All trip prices are per person based upon double occupancy, current exchange rates and tariffs, a minimum number of participants and current airfare from your gateway city. Single occupancy is available on a limited basis for each program at a single supplement charge.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
To enjoy the alumni travel experience, participants must be in good physical and mental health and be able to keep pace with the group. Program participants requiring extraordinary help must be accompanied by an assistant who will provide all required aid.
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Tour participants are subject to cancellation policies governing the particular trip in which they are enrolled. There are no refunds for unused meals, accommodations or other included features. For further information regarding the cancellation policy for a particular trip, please call Angela Dimopoulos at 301.405.7938/800.336.8627.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
The University of Maryland Alumni Association has made arrangements with an insurance provider to offer protection for our travelers. Details will be sent with your confirmation letter. We strongly urge you to consider this or other travel insurance in addition to your own health insurance policy. The plan provides help with lost, delayed or damaged baggage and/or a medical problem that may suddenly arise, causing you to cancel your trip. Since most medical policies, including Medicare, do not provide full coverage for medical expenses incurred outside of the U.S., this plan provides important coverage for international travelers. Purchase travel insurance here.
