EXPLORE THE WORLD Alumni Travel Program 2020 HOW COULD THIS BE MORE BEAUTIFUL? BY BEING THERE WITH LIKE-MINDED PEOPLE.

The University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program invites you to explore all corners of the world with U of T alumni who share your sense of adventure. Each tour is picturesque, illuminating and meticulously planned—down to every detail and flavour. What will turn your trip into a journey are the folks you meet along the way.

Antarctic Penguins See page 4 for trip description. (Expedition to Antarctica)

Cover: Naples, Italy UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO WELCOME ALUMNI TRAVEL PROGRAM 20 20

Dear Alumni and Friends: Help Us Ensure Your Safety and Comfort Legend: Activity Levels We want you to get the most out of your adventure. Maximum enjoyment Moderately Active I’m excited to share our vast selection of curated experiences for our requires maximum comfort, so please be aware that all of our trips • Good health is necessary 2020 travel season. With 35 destinations spanning all continents, are considered moderately active. Travellers must be capable of walking there’s something for every traveller. This year we’re offering several • Daily walks of up to 3 hours at least three hours at a reasonable pace. You should be prepared of our ever-popular tours, plus some unique new trips: Uzbekistan, • Excursions on a variety for varied terrain, whether it’s a cobblestone road, stairs, small hills or Slovenia, a walking tour in Portugal and Great Journey through Europe, of terrain (stairs, small hills, a river ship with no elevator. just to mention a few. uneven surfaces, some standing for extended periods Guests who require special assistance, including those who sometimes If you’ve joined us in the past, you already know about the calibre of time) of the U of T Alumni Travel Program. In fact, we welcome an average or always use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who is fit and physically able to help. This person will be responsible for of 44 per cent repeat travellers annually. Some go on two or three trips Active providing all required assistance. Your comfort and safety are priorities each year. Others have made as many as 24 trips. Alumni, faculty, • Good health is essential for us. We would be happy to discuss any mobility or accessibility staff, their family and friends return for many reasons: the eclectic range • Daily walks of 3 hours or more concerns you might have. Prior to booking, please talk to our travel of destinations, the quality of the educational tours and our focus on your • Lengthy excursions on partner in detail about your personal requirements. safety, enjoyment and comfort. We worry about the arrangements so a variety of terrain (stairs, you don’t have to. Just travel in style while immersing yourself in the small hills, uneven surfaces, local culture and enhancing your lifelong learning. To book your journey and find out more, please contact the travel standing for extended periods partner listed alongside each trip. A list of travel partners with their of time) I hope to join you for a tour in the not-too-distant future. Until then, contact information appears on page 24. You can also call the U of T come connect with fellow alumni, reconnect with old friends and make Alumni Travel Program at 1-800-463-6048 or 416-978-2367. new ones as you explore the world together. Challenging Prices are in Canadian or US dollars, per person and based on double occupancy. • Physical fitness is With best wishes, Dates and prices are subject to change. Individual tour brochures are available recommended approximately 8–10 months prior to departure. • Vigorous pace, extensive walking/hiking over uneven uoft.me/travel terrain, embarking and Daphne Tao Visit the travel website for full trip descriptions disembarking onto Zodiac Manager, Alumni Travel and detailed information about all 35 journeys watercraft offered in 2020. From there, explore alumni.utoronto.ca for programs, events and other opportunities to learn, Set Your Own Pace socialize and share ideas with fellow U of T grads. • Good health is recommended Let’s that connection going because together, • Do as little or as much we are boundless. as you please

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2 University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program 2020 uoft.me/travel 3 Journey to Southern Africa Morocco: Land of Amazon Rainforest South Africa, Enchantment Peru Zimbabwe, Botswana

Feb 7–16 Feb 21–29 Jan 26–Feb 10 $3,745 US + air From $6,595 US + air From $7,745 US + air AHI Travel Worldwide Quest AHI Travel

South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana are full of wildlife Come discover Morocco’s ancient cities, vibrant culture and Journey through the Amazon with Dan Riskin, University and wonder. With expert trackers, you’ll scout lions, riveting history. You’ll spend your first six nights in Marrakech, of Toronto adjunct professor, zoologist and co-host of the elephants, leopards and rhinos on safari excursions. Learn exploring its old walled city and square—home to storytellers Discovery Channel's Daily Planet. From Lima, you’ll fly about the efforts to protect these majestic animals and and musicians. Take in the carvings of the 16th-century Ben over the Andes to Iquitos and board the Zafiro. On this their habitat. Explore Cape Town, where Table Mountain Youssef Medrasa, the splendid minaret of Koutoubia Mosque exclusively chartered, 36-passenger expedition vessel, sail towers over gardens and glistening beaches. Go penguin and the Bahia Palace. A calligraphy lesson and culinary tour upstream on the Amazon and along the Pacaya-Samiria spotting on a scenic drive along the Cape Peninsula to are your chance to delve into the local culture, as is time spent Reserve. Pass towering tree trunks and larger-than-life the Cape of Good Hope. From Johannesburg, you’ll travel with Moroccans on an outing to the Atlas Mountains. Cap Philodendron leaves. See colourful birds, monkeys and to Nelson Mandela’s Soweto home and meet community off your journey with two nights in Casablanca—where you’ll sloths, keeping an eye out for giant water lilies and pink leaders. You’ll then visit Hwange National Park and Victoria explore the city’s architecture—and an excursion to the Hassan river dolphins. On specially designed excursion boats, you Falls before taking a safari cruise along the Chobe River. Mosque in Rabat. can take jaunts into the forest with local naturalists who have a vast knowledge of the rainforest and its inhabitants. For more information visit: uoft.me/SAfrica20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Morocco20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Amazon20

Expedition to Antarctica New Zealand Legends of the Nile Egypt

Jan 28–Feb 10 Feb 11–23 From $10,995 US + air From $6,995 US + air Feb 25–Mar 7 Thomas P. Gohagan & Company Thomas P. Gohagan & Company From $5,245 US + air AHI Travel

This spectacular 14-day journey features a nine-night On this custom-designed tour, you’ll circumnavigate This trip of a lifetime to Egypt features a four-night cruise to Antarctica, Earth’s last frontier. Join us aboard New Zealand’s breathtaking South Island for seven cruise along the Nile, five nights in Cairo and one night the exclusively chartered L’Austral —one of the finest nights. Experience natural wonders that exist nowhere in Luxor. The Valley of the Kings, the Great Pyramids vessels in Antarctic waters. Then experience the unspoiled else on Earth aboard the exclusively chartered of Giza and the tomb of Tutankhamen come to life beauty of the White Continent—fantastically shaped Le Lapérouse—featuring the world’s first luxury through talks by an expert Egyptologist. You’ll stroll icebergs, turquoise glaciers, bustling penguin rookeries underwater observation lounge. On your three-night the burial grounds at the Temple of Karnak and, at and breaching whales. Accompanied by the ship’s team stay in Auckland, visit the Northland region to learn the Egyptian Museum, you’ll see the gold burial mask of naturalists, you’ll board sturdy Zodiac watercraft for more about the Maori culture and the national tradition and sarcophagus of Tutankhamen. In Luxor, learn excursions ashore to see Antarctica’s abundant marine of sheep farming. Then tour Christchurch, with its how ancient treasures are restored at the Oriental wildlife. Your adventure also includes two nights in vibrant restored Victorian architecture and -tended parks. Institute’s Chicago House. Then visit mosques, Coptic Buenos Aires. U of T professor Barbara Murck, Department In your travels, you’ll experience the uniquely friendly Christian churches and the Great Temple of Ramses II, of Geography, will bring her expertise to the expedition if nature of New Zealand “Kiwis.” actually carved out of a mountain. a minimum of eight U of T alumni join the tour. For more information visit: uoft.me/NewZealand20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Nile20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Antarctica20

4 University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program 2020 uoft.me/travel 5 Ganges River Cruise Israel: Land of Cultural Ethiopia Journey Along the Elbe India Treasures Germany, Czech Republic

Apr 18–30 Mar 10–22 Mar 29–Apr 7 $5,895 US + air May 3–14 From $5,295 US + air $4,445 US + air Worldwide Quest From $5,345 US + air Worldwide Quest AHI Travel AHI Travel

The name Ganges conjures up much of India’s unique Immerse yourself in Israel’s diverse religious heritage, This adventure uncovers a remarkable range of sites that Soak up the history and splendour of Germany and the allure. Personified as a goddess in the Hindu religion, the architecture, landscapes and culinary traditions. You’ll traces the history of Ethiopia—all in the company of Czech Republic as you cruise the Elbe River for eight nights Ganges river is a life force that provides food, water and begin in cosmopolitan Tel Aviv, then visit a busy market University of Toronto professor and leading Ethiopia scholar aboard an elegant, modern paddleboat. Go first class for a transportation to millions who live along its banks. Now and artist’s studio in nearby Jaffa—one of the world’s Michael Gervers. Travel to the remote Tigrai region with its night in Berlin and one in Prague. See Berlin’s Brandenburg you can travel this sacred river onboard the exclusively oldest port cities—before cruising the Sea of Galilee. jagged mountains, giant gorges and 10th-century churches Gate and other landmarks. Stroll through Potsdam’s chartered R/V Bengal Ganga. See the day-to-day routines Explore Acre’s crusader fort, an ancient fishing village carved into cliff faces. See the 2000-year-old obelisks of terraced Sanssouci Gardens and the Cecilienhof Palace. In of village life and the unspoiled countryside of an India and the scenic Mount of Beatitudes. Tour Old Jerusalem, Aksum, relics of the Aksumite civilization, which is one of Wittenberg, you can follow in the footsteps of Martin Luther. known to relatively few travellers. Before boarding the ship, including the Mount of Olives, the Western Wall and the antiquity’s most mysterious societies. From Gondar—dubbed Gaze over the spectacular Elbe Sandstone Mountains on you’ll explore the vibrant cities of Varanasi and Kolkata. Davidson Center archaeological park. Then spend time the Camelot of Africa for its royal ruins—you’ll travel by boat the border between Germany and the Czech Republic, Joining us as the study leader is U of T lecturer Sarah at Yad Vashem—the Holocaust memorial in Jerusalem. on Lake Tana to admire the centuries-old monasteries. Then where you’ll stroll through Prague’s Old Town and cross the Richardson, Department of Historical Studies. Your Israeli journey includes the historic Dead Sea and embrace Ethiopia’s natural beauty at the Blue Nile Falls and romantic Charles Bridge. Your journey ends in the 10th- six UNESCO World Heritage sites. the Simien Mountains, home to the gelada baboon. century town of Litomerice. For more information visit: uoft.me/Ganges20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Israel20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Ethiopia20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Elbe20

Tanzania Safari Dutch Waterways* Mediterranean Spotlight Netherlands, Belgium Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Greece, Montenegro,

Mar 18– 29 Croatia $8,995 US + air Apr 7–15

Thomas P. Gohagan & Company From $3,145 US + air AHI Travel Apr 24–May 5 From $4,249 CAD incl. air Go Next

For 12 unforgettable days, observe some of the greatest From the thatched farmhouses of Giethoorn to the medieval Tour the coastal cities of the Mediterranean aboard Oceania natural spectacles planet Earth has to offer. Go on seaport of Antwerp, you’ll be enchanted by Belgium and Cruises’ Sirena. From Barcelona, Spain, you’ll sail to immersive game drives in four of Tanzania’s top game the Netherlands. In Bruges’ Old Town, take a chocolate, Toulon, France, where you can stroll along the waterfront parks: Lake Manyara, Tarangire and the UNESCO beer or cultural tour. From a Dutch river cruiser, see and explore museums. Choose from highlights like the World Heritage Sites of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro 17th-century canals and other Amsterdam landmarks. famous Monte Carlo Casino and the Madonna delle Grazie Crater. See Tanzania’s mountainous terrain and plateaus The rest of the journey is yours to design. Choose from a alla Lugnola in Marina di Carrara, Italy. This Mediterranean unfold aboard a privately chartered flight from Arusha selection of excursions: the tulips at Keukenhof Gardens, country has so much to explore: the Roman Colosseum, the to Serengeti National Park. Then spend three nights the Rijksmuseum or a bike ride through Dutch villages. Tour Capuchin monastery in Amalfi and Messina, home to one of watching one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa— The Hague, seat of the International Court of Justice, or visit the world's largest astronomical clocks. On the Greek island the Great Migration. You’ll see the Serengeti plain the Royal Delft factory to watch an artisan paint the famous of Corfu, relax by its sparkling topaz waters before cruising covered by herds of elephants, wildebeest, zebras, blue porcelain.*There is no supplement for solo travellers. to Montenegro and its walled city of Kotor. Your journey Cape buffalo, lions, cheetahs and more. ends in Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo. For more information visit: uoft.me/DutchWaterways20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Tanzania20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Mediterranean20 Dynasties of China & Tibet See previous page for trip description.

6 University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program 2020 uoft.me/travel 7 Majestic Slovenia*

May 14–22 $3,545 US + air AHI Travel

Slovenia offers Mediterranean breezes, vast forests and Alpine peaks as a backdrop for its enchanting cultural landscape. In cosmopolitan Ljubljana, you can shop the city's lively market, crisscross its storied bridges and cruise the Ljubljanica River. On Lake Bled, you’ll see swans gliding in the shadow of a cliff-top . Visit the Church of the Assumption, and explore the Postojna Cave. You’ll hear stories about past owners of the Renaissance Predjama Castle, built into the mouth of a cave. Then stroll the seaside in pretty Piran and Portoroz, and drive through the Logar Valley. *There is no supplement for solo travellers.

For more information visit: uoft.me/Slovenia20

Postojna grotte in Slovenia

Predjama Castle is a Renaissance castle built within a cave mouth in south-central Slovenia.

Lake Bled, Bled, Slovenia

8 University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program 2020 uoft.me/travel 9 Uzbekistan Aegean Medley Verona Greece, Turkey Italy

May 5– 16 $5,495 US + air May 14–25 May 29–Jun 6 Worldwide Quest From $4,599 CAD incl. air $3,645 US + air Go Next AHI Travel

Enter the heart of Central Asia on a modern-day caravan Aboard Oceania Cruises' Sirena, create your own adventure Verona is the town Romeo and Juliet made famous. It’s along the fabled Silk Route. Your journey begins in vibrant of Greece and Turkey, selecting from an intriguing range also your gateway to the region of Veneto, where there’s Tashkent with its restored historical architecture. In the of excursions. Your first stop is Volos, Greece and its so much to savour: grappa in the foothills of the Alps, remote western city of Nukus, you’ll visit the Savitsky archaeological museum, followed by the seaport of Kavala, a family-owned winery in Valpolicella and the beauty of Art Museum—home to thousands of banned avant-garde which boasts monuments like the Turkish Imaret and Lake Garda. In Vicenza, gaze at designs by architectural Russian art pieces. A drive across the desert takes you landmarks like the Kamares aqueduct. Then on to Turkey, genius Palladio, including the Teatro Olimpico. Then zip to the intact architectural ensemble of Khiva and onward where you can visit Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace to Venice on a high-speed train to cruise the Grand Canal to Bukhara, considered the most complete medieval city or Grand Bazaar. In Kusadasi, tour the Temple of Artemis. and see St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica and the in Central Asia. Then in Samarkand, you’ll discover the Architectural and historical beauty await on the Greek Doge’s Palace. Padua boasts Italy’s largest town square masterpiece monuments of Tamerlane and finally, Registan islands of Rhodes and Mykonos. Before landing in Athens, and Giotto’s masterwork—the frescoes of Scrovegni Square—possibly the single most awe-inspiring sight in behold the breathtaking coastal city of Santorini, with its Chapel. You’ll round out your tour at Villa Pisani, once Central Asia. black sand beaches and indigo-domed churches. owned by Napoleon.

For more information visit: uoft.me/Verona20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Uzbekistan20 For more information visit: uoft.me/AegeanMedley20

Norway & Lapland Amalfi Coast & Sicily Scottish Isles & Norwegian Norway, Finland Italy, Malta Fjords Scotland, Norway

May 8–23 May 24–Jun 1 From $9,830 CAD incl. air From $4,595 US + air May 30–Jun 7 GLP Worldwide Thomas P. Gohagan & Company From $6,295 US + air Thomas P. Gohagan & Company

Discover Norway’s dramatic landscape, charming ports, Come discover the intriguing mélange of cultures that Join fellow alumni for a seven-night journey to Scotland’s rare wildlife and isolated places no cruise ship but the MS flourished in the wake of ancient empires. Cruising from Orkney and Shetland Islands and Norway’s majestic Nordkapp can access. Your adventure includes Lapland, Rome to Valletta, you’ll spend seven nights aboard the fjords. You’ll cruise from Glasgow to Bergen, Norway, home of the Sami—the Indigenous people of northern exclusively chartered Le Bougainville—a five-star ship aboard Le Champlain—an exclusively chartered, five-star Scandinavia. Sail almost the entire length of Norway’s launched in 2019. Your custom-designed itinerary features ship. Travelling in the wake of Viking explorers, you’ll stunning coastline, crossing the Arctic Circle, and see highlights of this historic region, including seven UNESCO discover ports accessible only by small ship. Take a full- why Lonely Planet calls this “the world’s most beautiful World Heritage Sites. Soak up Italy’s stunning Amalfi Coast day excursion into the Scottish Highlands and visit the sea voyage.” Cruising past majestic mountains and fjords, and the colourful seaside town of Sorrento. Explore the heart of Neolithic Orkney, where the head archaeologist you’ll stop at remote towns, take unique excursions and excavations at Pompeii and the storied town of Taormina in of the Ness of Brodgar will give a fascinating talk. Then savour the fresh local produce of Norway’s coastal kitchen. Sicily, the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento and legendary ride Norway’s Flåm Railway—one of the world’s most Onboard expedition leaders enhance your experience by Syracuse. You’ll also visit Malta—the island nation described scenic rail journeys—and tour the UNESCO World interpreting the cultural and natural treasures you see in the Bible as the site of St. Paul’s shipwreck. Heritage Site of Bryggen in Bergen. along the way. For more information visit: uoft.me/Amalfi20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Scottish20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Norway20

10 University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program 2020 uoft.me/travel 11 “It was a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Our guides Historic architecture of Itchan Kala, were especially informative and humorous. Along the walled inner town way, we became good friends with a couple who live of the city of Khiva, Uzbekistan around the corner from where I grew up. These are See page 10 for trip just some of the reasons we find alumni travel to be description. (Uzbekistan) an enhancing experience.”

James Service (BASc ’77, MASc ’85) and Julia Service, five trips Romance on the Douro Baltic & Scandinavian Legacies Circumnavigation of Iceland River* Sweden, Finland, Russia, Estonia, Portugal, Spain Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Germany, Denmark Jun 28–Jul 6 From $6,795 US incl. air

Jun 9–20 from Toronto or Montreal From $4,245 US + air Jun 15– 26 Thomas P. Gohagan & Company AHI Travel From $5,399 CAD incl. air Go Next

The Douro River meanders from Spain through Northern Enjoy the Baltic and Scandinavian coastal cities aboard Discover the ethereal beauty of Iceland—one of the Portugal, offering a breathtaking landscape of sculpted Oceania Cruises’ Marina. Begin in Stockholm, a city built on world’s most enchanting destinations—on a seven-night hills and terraced vineyards. Before embarking on a seven- 14 islands, then sail to Helsinki where you can stroll through circumnavigation of the Nordic island nation. You’ll cruise night cruise, visit the University of Coimbra—founded open-air markets. Spend three days in St. Petersburg, taking aboard Le Bellot—a five-star expedition ship launching in in 1290—and enjoy the highlights of Lisbon, Portugal. in its canals or visiting the famous Hermitage Museum. Tallinn, 2020 and boasting one of the world’s first multisensory, You’ll board the ship in colourful and historic Porto. In Estonia serves up world-class dining and in Riga, Latvia, you underwater observation lounges. Look for orca, humpback Vila Real, taste local pastries and tour an 18th-century can walk the medieval streets. This part of the world has so whales and rare migratory birds. See ancient Viking ruins and palace. Sample the region’s famous port wine at a much to offer—the historic Old Town of Klaipeda, Lithuania; crystalline glaciers atop simmering volcanoes. Then cross the traditional estate along the Douro Wine Road. Then take in the modernist architecture of Gdynia, Poland; and the Arctic Circle on Grímsey Island and cruise on to Surtsey, a Lamego with its iconic blue-and-white tiled staircase and charming, timber-framed homes of Rønne, Denmark. Then UNESCO World Heritage site. The finishing touch of your tour savour the elegance of Salamanca, Spain. *There is no in Warnemünde, Germany, you can visit the historic Berlin Wall is seeing the dramatic Goðafoss or “Waterfall of the Gods.” supplement for solo travellers. or Brandenburg Gate. For more information visit: uoft.me/Iceland20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Douro20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Baltic20

Nordic Magnificence “The crew and all the other guests were Denmark, Norway delightful, which made our cruise so warm

and welcoming. The U of T festivities on Jul 5–15 board—and of course travelling with fellow $4,745 US + air alumni—added to the feeling of camaraderie.” AHI Travel

Peter Noble (BASc ’79) and Susan Noble, two trips

This Nordic journey features stops in Copenhagen, Oslo and Bergen. In Copenhagen, you’ll tour the Old Town and Rosenborg Castle. An overnight cruise along the coast of the North Sea is your prelude to Oslo, where you’ll learn about Viking ships and the seafaring lifestyle. Drink in the spectacular Nordic scenery aboard Scandinavia’s highest- altitude train line en route to Bergen. There, visit the home of composer Edvard Grieg and Bryggen—the town’s iconic medieval wharf. Then enjoy stunning waterfall scenes and alpine vistas on a mountaintop train ride to the majestic Aurlandsfjord.

For more information visit: uoft.me/Nordic20

Brandenburg Gate, Berlin, Germany uoft.me/travel 15 Amsterdam, Netherlands See below for trip description. (Great Journey through Europe)

Great Journey through Undiscovered France: Albi* Coastal Life: Adriatic Spain: Andalucia* Europe & Aegean Seas Switzerland, France, Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, Germany, Netherlands Sept 15–23 Albania, Greece Sept 17–25 $3,245 US + air $3,145 US + air

AHI Travel AHI Travel Jul 18–28 Sep 17– 25 From $3,995 US + air From $4,495 US + air Thomas P. Gohagan & Company Thomas P. Gohagan & Company

This 11-day grand tour of Europe features a combination Journey to France’s southwest region, home to ancient Cruise from Venice along the Adriatic coast and through the Embrace the soulful rhythm of Andalucia on this small- of river, rail, lake and mountain travel, including five nights villages, glorious vineyards and beloved 19th-century painter Corinth Canal to Athens. You’ll spend seven nights aboard Le group journey in southern Spain. You’ll spend seven aboard the deluxe Amadeus Silver III. Cruising the fabled Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. With Albi as your base, you’ll Bougainville—an exclusively chartered, five-star ship. Touring luxurious nights in a modern parador in Antequera—an Rhine River, you’ll journey through Switzerland, France, take excursions to the Musée Toulouse-Lautrec and nearby five countries and six UNESCO World Heritage sites, you’ll ancient town with a 14th-century Moorish fortress Germany and the Netherlands, spending two nights each sites, including the city of Toulouse with its pink stone discover the influence of Roman, Greek, Byzantine, Venetian and nearby Neolithic tombs. Immerse yourself in the in Lucerne and Zermatt, Switzerland. Ride three legendary landmarks and its glorious Saint-Sernin Basilica. Marvel at and Slavic civilizations. You’ll stop at ports inaccessible to beautiful legacy of the Moors, who ruled the region for railways: the Pilatus Railway—the world’s steepest cogwheel the beautiful walled city of Carcassonne—one of the largest larger vessels—Croatia’s Hvar and Korcula and Montenegro’s seven centuries. Then tour the courtyards and fountains railway—the Gornergrat Bahn for breathtaking views of the fortresses in Europe—where you’ll take in the Château Bay of Kotor. In Croatia, visit Dubrovnik’s restored 15th- of the Alhambra in Granada, the iconic red-and-white Matterhorn, and the Glacier Express from Andermatt to Comtal and the brilliant stained glass of Saint-Nazaire century walled city. Explore the medieval of arches of La Mezquita in Córdoba, and the imposing Zermatt. The finale of your unforgettable tour is a cruise on Basilica. You’ll also see the storied Canal du Midi—a Kotor, Montenegro and the archaeological site of Butrint, Alcázar in Sevilla. In Ronda, the views high over El scenic Lake Lucerne. centuries-old engineering feat connecting the Mediterranean Albania. End your tour with the old town on the Greek island Tajo will take your breath away. *There is no to the Atlantic. *There is no supplement for solo travellers. of Corfu, and the sacred town of Delphi. supplement for solo travellers. For more information visit: uoft.me/Europe20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Albi20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Adriatic20 For more information visit: uoft.me/Spain20

16 University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program 2020 uoft.me/travel 17 “One of the best excursions we’ve been on! It was well-organized, fun, fascinating and educational, with excellent food and accommodation. I think what made“Everyone it exceptional we spoke to was on ourthe Southern hospitality Africa and concern African Lions See page 4 for trip description. oftrip our agreed hosts.” it exceeded expectations. Even the (Journey to Southern Africa) lions and elephants cooperated, letting our Debbie Zanetti, M.Ed ’95 and Colin Zanetti, first trip safari truck get just metres away.”

Ken Coulter (MEd ’74) and his sister Marie Coulter (BA ’66), first trip

Ancient Vignettes, Greece See page 20 for trip description. Cruise Provence & Portugal Walking Tour Burgundy* France Oct 8–18 $5,795 CAD + air Oct 3–11 Worldwide Quest From $3,945 US + air AHI Travel

Cruising the Rhône and Saône Rivers, experience the Treat yourself to a pedestrian’s paradise along some of culinary traditions, Burgundy wines, lavender foothills and Europe’s most picture-perfect routes. This 11-day walk famed sights of Southern France. Unpack just once to takes you from Porto, Portugal to Baiona, Spain. Along enjoy seven nights on an exclusively chartered, first-class the way, you’ll have spectacular views of the Rio Douro— ship. Then visit the Palace of the Popes in the medieval striking in its tranquillity and luscious colours. Surrounded city of Avignon, and trace the footsteps of gladiators by pretty villages, olive groves and pine forests, terraced in Arles. Explore Beaune—the winemaking capital of vineyards and hilltop wine estates called “quintas”, the Burgundy—and Lyon, with its parks and riverside paths. vistas never end. Walk the storied Portuguese Way and in The Camargue National Park is replete with wildlife and villages and towns along the route, relish the tradition of other natural beauty. At no extra charge, you can also hospitality offered to pilgrims since the Middle Ages. choose from a selection of excursions at several ports. *There is no supplement for solo travellers. For more information visit: uoft.me/Portugal20

For more information visit: uoft.me/Provence20

Medieval Sojourn Spain, Monaco, Italy, Greece, Turkey

Oct 5–16 From $4,099 CAD incl. air Go Next

Come delve into the history of the Mediterranean. Embarking in Barcelona, Spain, you’ll sail to Monte Carlo aboard Oceania Cruises' Marina. You can choose excursions to the Monte Carlo Casino or a tour of Rome’s famous landmarks—the ancient Roman Forum, the Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica and Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. In Sorrento, you can stroll the seaside promenades or visit the legendary ruins of Pompeii. See the breathtaking rock formations of Santorini or the ruins of Ephesus near Kusadasi, which is also home to the Temple of Artemis. Then sail on to Mitilini with its ancient Roman theatre and Byzantine castle.

For more information visit: uoft.me/MedievalSojourn20

20 University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program 2020 uoft.me/travel 21 Hill Towns of Italy Israel, Egypt & Jordan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Oct 13–21 Nov 23–Dec 9 Can non-U of T alumni travel with me? Why are most tours priced in US dollars? $3,545 US + air From $11,370 CAD incl. air Alumni, faculty members and current and retired staff, Our travel partners plan trips up to two years ahead of time AHI Travel GLP Worldwide their family and friends, and other members of the and their suppliers generally expect advance payment in US U of T community are all welcome on our trips. dollars or euros. If travel partners had to convert to Canadian dollars months in advance, they would have to speculate Do I have the option to book my own flights? the value of the Canadian dollar at the time of trip booking. Yes. However, when you book flights through our tour Calculations over the past several years show that US-dollar operators, you enjoy the convenience of one travel provider pricing—as opposed to speculation—has worked in favour Step into Tuscany’s old-world way of life on a seven- Expand your understanding of the history and culture planning your entire trip, including transfers. Organizing your of our travellers. night sojourn based in the hilltop town of Cortona. From of three fascinating countries on a journey through own flights generally means you’re responsible for your own there, venture out to sample Brunello di Montalcino at a Israel, Egypt and Jordan. Explore the ancient city of transfers. Also, when our tour operator books your flight, their Do I need trip insurance? family-owned winery, plus locally produced cheese and Jerusalem, sail the Red Sea and travel the Suez Canal— air department can monitor flights and then change or assist We strongly advise travellers to obtain coverage for trip prosciutto at Val d’Orcia. Experience the cypress-dotted an engineering marvel connecting the Mediterranean and with your rescheduling if necessary, often without any delays. cancellation, interruption and medical emergencies. You Umbrian landscape, and in Orvieto, the piazzas and Red Seas. Visit world-famous Cairo and Luxor, Petra’s can purchase travel insurance through the tour operator. dazzling mosaics of its massive cathedral. Then stroll elaborate temple—The Treasury—and the cave where Can I travel on different dates than the group travel dates? the ancient streets of Montepulciano before marvelling at the Dead Sea scrolls were discovered. Your adventure Yes, many travellers go a day or two early to acclimatize What medical precautions should I take? Siena’s Gothic architecture and Assisi’s Basilica of San includes six nights aboard our exclusively chartered to the new time zone. Others add a few days onto the Check in with your doctor about your general health and Francesco. Along the way, you’ll have lunch on an olive ship, Harmony G. An onboard Egyptologist will enhance end of their trip. Please contact the tour operator at least any immunizations the host country/countries may require. farm, and talk to local experts about Renaissance art, the remarkable experience with insights that bring each 60 days prior to departure to find out about associated Please carry a complete list of your medications, allergies Tuscan cuisine and contemporary Italian life. destination to life. fees and availability. and the phone numbers of your doctor, emergency contact and medical insurance company. For more information visit: uoft.me/HillTowns20 For more information visit: uoft.me/RedSea20 Can I choose to fly business class? Yes. Please contact the tour operator about the cost and How long must my passport be valid for? availability of upgrading your flight. Canadian citizens require a passport that’s valid for at least Grand Danube Passage* Holiday Markets Cruise* six months beyond the date of return from their destination. Czech Republic, Germany, Switzerland, Germany, Why do certain prices begin with "From"? This is not a Government of Canada rule but most countries Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, France Price points vary for rail cars and ships. We quote the lowest we visit abide by it. If your Canadian passport expires within Croatia, Serbia, Romania, available price. six months of your date of return, you must get a new pass- Bulgaria Dec 11–19 port before departing Canada. From $2,645 US + air Might I meet alumni from other universities? Oct 21–Nov 4 AHI Travel On most of our tours, you’ll travel with alumni from other For more information, contact the travel partner listed From $5,245 US + air Canadian and/or American universities. beside the trip you’ve selected. Their contact information AHI Travel appears on page 24. Uncover the old-world charm of eight European countries. Get the Yuletide season started on a seven-night Rhine After three nights in Prague, Czech Republic, you’ll sail River cruise to France, Germany and Switzerland. Celebrate the mighty Danube River for eight nights, ending your centuries-old traditions as you browse holiday markets tour with two nights in Sofia, Bulgaria. Along the way, overflowing with handmade decorations, toys, jewellery and discover Roman ruins, fortresses, cathedrals, synagogues other treasures. As you stroll, enjoy the sounds of carollers and mosques—all part of a complex history shaped by and bells, and the scents of nutmeg, cinnamon and fresh the Danube. Take in the illuminated beauty of Budapest pine. Sip warm spicy Glühwein aboard the ship between at night and the Iron Gate Gorge—an engineering a visit to a hillside castle and an excursion to Heidelberg, marvel. Enjoy the delicacies of Croatia’s Slavonia region where you’ll watch a musical performance. Other highlights and an onboard performance of the Viennese waltz. An include Cologne’s spectacular Gothic cathedral, the red interesting selection of excursions are included at several sandstone landmarks of Freiburg and the pastel houses ports. *There is no supplement for solo travellers. of charming Breisach. *There is no supplement for solo travellers. For more information visit: uoft.me/Danube20 For more information visit: uoft.me/HolidayMarkets20

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Go Next Inc. Or please check off the trips for which you would like to receive information: Minneapolis, MN, 1-800-842-9023 www.gonext.com  Journey to Southern Africa  Verona Go Next is dedicated to operating high-quality, reasonably  Expedition to Antarctica  Scottish Isles & Norwegian Fjords priced travel programs for university alumni groups and  Morocco: Land of Enchantment  Romance on the Douro River other associations.  New Zealand  Baltic & Scandinavian Legacies  Amazon Rainforest  Circumnavigation of Iceland  Legends of the Nile  Nordic Magnificence  Ganges River Cruise  Great Journey through Europe  Tanzania Safari  Undiscovered France: Albi  Israel: Land of Cultural Treasures  Coastal Life: Adriatic & Aegean Seas  Dutch Waterways  Spain: Andalucia  Ethiopia  Cruise Provence & Burgundy

Travel arrangements will be handled by the travel partner designated for each Your Privacy  Mediterranean Spotlight  Medieval Sojourn tour. Dates, itineraries, program details and costs are given in good faith based The University of Toronto respects your privacy. From time to time, we contact  Journey along the Elbe  Portugal Walking Tour on information available at the time of printing, and subject to change. Prices are the alumni community to provide details about our travel program. We utilize in Canadian or US dollars, per person and based on double occupancy. Individual tour a mailing service to ensure that all personal data is kept confidential. We do not rent,  Majestic Slovenia  Hill Towns of Italy brochures are available 8–10 months prior to departure. trade or sell our mailing lists. If you prefer not to receive information regarding the University's travel program, call 1-800-463-6048 or write to us at 21 King's College Circle,  Uzbekistan  Grand Danube Passage The University of Toronto, its officers and employees, do not assume any Toronto, Ontario M5S 3J3, attn: Alumni Records. Or send an email to  Norway & Lapland  Israel, Egypt & Jordan responsibility for the financing, arranging or conducting of the tour. They shall not [email protected] and write “no travel mailings” in the subject line. be liable for any damages or financial loss to person or property of any description Please include your name and address so that we can properly process your request.  Aegean Medley  Holiday Markets Cruise that might occur in connection with the tour, howsoever arising from the negligence, omission or otherwise of travel services arranged through our travel partners.  Amalfi Coast & Sicily

24 University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program 2020 uoft.me/travel 25 Learn Along the Way For More Information: Every U of T trip has an educational component. In each program, the University of Toronto Alumni Travel Program educational aspect is different but the intent is the same—to provide an 416-978-2367 or 1-800-463-6048 alumnitravel utoronto.ca opportunity for travellers to enjoy themselves and enrich their lives. Stimulating @ uoft.me/travel lectures and insights will be provided by local experts or university professors, where possible. On some trips, you can participate in an open panel discussion Editor: Daphne Tao with local residents and learn about modern-day life in their community. Manager, Alumni Travel Publisher: Barbara Dick If you are inspired to learn more about the region that you are visiting, Assistant Vice-President, Alumni Relations the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies offers related courses We gratefully acknowledge that change annually. Please visit: learn.utoronto.ca for more information. the photo contributions of: AHI Travel The Details GLP Worldwide Individual tour brochures are available 8–10 months prior to departure. Go Next For more information, please visit our website: uoft.me/travel. To enquire Thomas P. Gohagan & Company Worldwide Quest about a specific trip, just contact the travel partner listed beside each Other photo credits: trip. To be added to our distribution list for individual brochures, contact Shutterstock 416-978-2367 or 1-800-463-6048 or email us at: [email protected] iStock Prices are quoted in Canadian or US dollars, per person, based on double All material is copyright © 2020 occupancy. Please note that dates and prices are subject to change. University of Toronto

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