UGA Alumni Association | Alumni Tours Fall 2006

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about UGA Tours
please contact:

Tami Gardner
706-542-2251
1-800-606-8786
tgardner@uga.edu

UGA Alumni Association
Wray-Nicholson House
298 S. Hull Street
Athens, GA 30602

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Fall 2007

As you read about our tours, check the "send info" boxes for any tour that you'd like to learn more about. Complete the form at the bottom of this page and submit it, and we'll mail your information three to six months before the tour date. You may also contact Tami Gardner at 1-800-606-8786 or 706-542-2251 or tgardner@uga.edu. Included below are the tour companies selected to operate each trip and approximate prices. Unless specified, prices are per person, double occupancy from Atlanta.

Excursion Exertion Code: Each journey is categorized by a "Four Paw Scale" that denotes how physically strenuous you can anticipate the tour being.

- Remain in one location for the entire trip - no changing of sleeping accommodations. Approximately two to three hours a day of easy walking.

- Travelers change hotels frequently. There will be four or more hours of relatively easy walking a day.

- Considerable walking uphill, on uneven or on cobblestone streets. You should be in good physical condition to enjoy this trip to the fullest.

- Anticipate hiking and other strenuous activity on a daily basis. You should be in very good physical condition to enjoy this trip to the fullest.

Ireland - Ennis and Kilkenny

Set on Europe's outskirts against the waves of the Atlantic Ocean is a rare land - the legendary Emerald Isle. Begin in Ennis, County Clare, and travel to the ancient Burren and windswept Cliffs of Moher. Appreciate the country's epic literary heritage at Coole Park in County Galway, with its beech tree bearing W.B. Yeats' initials and the 16th-century tower of Thoor Ballylee where he resided. Cruise to the Aran Island of Inishmore and marvel at the cliff-side fortress of Dún Aengus. See the limestone Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary before touring the highlights of Kilkenny, including Kilkenny Castle and Bród Tullaroan. Visit the Irish National Heritage Park in County Wexford, the Waterford Crystal Visitor Center, Jerpoint Abbey and the famous Dunbrody Famine Ship. View a brochure.

Price before March 20, 2007:

$2395 plus airfare and VAT, based on double occupancy or
$3395 including airfare from Atlanta, based on double occupancy

Price after March 20, 2007:

$2495 plus airfare and VAT, based on double occupancy or
$3495 including airfare from Atlanta, based on double occupancy

* details on other gateways are available upon request

September 8-19, AHI

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Sardinia and Corsica with Rome

The Mediterranean islands of Sardinia, Italy, and Corsica, France, harbor an independent mystique, each maintaining rich cultural traditions and a distinct native language. Begin near Alghero, Sardinia, visiting the breathtaking caves and promontories at Capo Caccia before walking the town. Travel the beautiful countryside to quaint Bosa, and explore the impressive Doria Castle at Castelsardo. On the Tyrrhenian coast, admire Costa Smeralda, and board a ferry to Bonifacio, Corsica. After touring the town, cruise Corsica's eastern coastline, discovering craggy cliffs and grottoes, including the Grotte du Sdragonatu. Continue to Ospedale, in the famous Parc Naturel Régional de Corse, and picturesque Porto Vecchio. Finally, see Sartène and Filitosa in Corsica's rocky western region, and transfer to Rome, with the ancient Forum and other excellent sites. View a brochure.

Price before April 3, 2007:

$2295 plus airfare and VAT, based on double occupancy or
$3495 including airfare from Atlanta, based on double occupancy

Price after April 3, 2007:

$2395 plus airfare and VAT, based on double occupancy or
$3595 including airfare from Atlanta, based on double occupancy

* details on other gateways are available upon request

September 21-29, AHI

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Tuscany and Venetian Treasures

Italy, a land of lush landscapes and timeless architecture, evokes a sense of history, culture and romance. From its ancient and classical cities to the glorious vistas of its rural countryside, each picturesque region will deliver a special moment to treasure. From the charming spa town of Chianciano, immerse yourself amid the unspoiled beauty of Tuscany, an area of irresistible attraction for centuries with its Renaissance paintings and sculptures, enchanting landscapes, hilltop villages, and architectural masterpieces. Experience two of Tuscany's most legendary cities, the beautiful city of Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance and charming Assisi, one of Italy's most famous hilltop towns. The Veneto region of northeastern Italy is equally rich in artistic and cultural treasures. Enjoy its architectural heritage including the buildings and bridges of Venice, the historic city of Padua and the region's small, picturesque towns, from the delightful seaside resort town of Lido di Jesolo. View a brochure.

In addition to the thrilling schedule of activities planned for you on the Tuscany and Venetian Treasures adventure you will also have the opportunity to sign up for additional excursions. The approximate prices for these trips are listed below. Please contact Kim Swartzer with GoNext for more details.

The Splendor of Tuscany - $85.00 per person
Gems of Florence - $85.00 per person
Best of Umbria & Cortona - $65.00 per person
Romantic Venice - $75.00 per person
Highlights of Padua & the Riviera Del Brenta - $75.00 per person

September 22 - 30, $2074 per person includes airfare, based on double occupancy, subject to change, GoNext

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Treasures of Italy

Cruise around the boot of Italy on this perennial favorite. Italy combines breathtaking scenery, amazing architecture, fascinating history and of course romance. Embark from Venice, one of the world's greatest cities, on the luxurious Oceania m/s Insignia. Call on wonderful ports of call such as Dubrovnik, Sicily, Capri, Portofino, Florence, Sorrento and Corsica before concluding your voyage in Rome.

September 22 - October 2, $2799 - 5299 per person plus air based on double occupancy, subject to change, Alumni Travel Group

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Fall Foliage (Holland America - Boston to Montreal) - SOLD OUT

Begin your journey from New York and call on Newport, Boston, Bar Harbor, Charlottetown, Halifax, Sydney and lovely Quebec City before concluding in Montreal on this fantastic cruise through Eastern Canada and New England aboard the award-winning Holland America m/s Veendam. From quaint fishing villages to racy yachting towns to cosmopolitan Montreal, you fall in love with the history and charm of this region. Let the brilliance of autumn warm your Soul!

September 29-October 9, Approximately $1795 - 5115 per person plus air based on double occupancy, subject to change, Alumni Travel Group

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Italy's Lake Garda and the French Alps

The legendary beauty of the Italian lakes is combined with the glorious landscapes of the French Alps on this remarkable holiday. Generations of visitors have been enchanted by the magnificent natural beauty, picturesque villages and superb climate of these two spectacular destinations. Experience the timeless beauty of Lake Garda, blessed with a Mediterranean climate and vegetation, whose deep blue waters glisten against a backdrop of emerald green slopes dotted with pretty lakeside villages. While staying on its southern shores, travel to the enchanting and romantic city of Venice, known for its tranquil winding waterways, gondolas and majestic palaces. The dramatic snow-capped mountains of the French Alps surround the stylish resort of Chamonix, providing magnificent vistas and breathtaking scenery at every turn in this friendly town. Journey through Switzerland to the beautiful town of Montreux, whose sumptuous palaces and hotels are reminiscent of the French Riviera, marvel at Switzerland's largest and most beautiful castle, Château de Chillon and visit Zermatt, nestled at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn. View a brochure.

In addition to the thrilling schedule of activities planned for you on the Italy's Lake Garda and the French Alps adventure you will also have the opportunity to sign up for additional excursions. The approximate prices for these trips are listed below. Please contact Kim Swartzer with GoNext for more details.

Treasures of Lake Garda - $80.00 per person
Romantic Venice - $80.00 per person
Scenic Zermatt - $65.00 per person
Montreaux, Castle Chillon & Mont Blanc Express Train - $90.00 per person

October 6-14, $2074 per person includes airfare, based on double occupancy, subject to change, GoNext

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Egypt, Gift of the Nile

For many of us, Egypt is a place we long to visit from the time we start to explore the world in our imaginations. Join us on this adventure and you will explore the Pyramids and Sphinx, the tombs at Sakkara, and see some of the monuments that testify to Cairo's rich history. In Upper Egypt we'll visit the Valley of the Kings, the Tombs of the Nobles and the Temple of Karnak, where you'll see the beautiful Sound and Light Show, and at Abu Simbel you'll see the colossal temples of Ramses II. Along the way, you'll stay in excellent accommodations - a beautiful Nile cruise ship and excellent, superbly located hotels and former palaces. View a brochure.

October 12-21, $2848 plus airfare for 10-day expedition, based on double occupancy, $1548 plus airfare for 5-day Jordan extension, based on double occupancy, International Expeditions

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Ancient Greece and Turkey

Join us on this unique weeklong voyage across the Aegean Sea through the Greek Isles and to Turkey's historic coast. Discover a region renowned for its fascinating history, stunning beauty and deep-rooted cultures. Explore Greece's most fabled islands, including Delos, mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, and Santorini, renowned for its stunning beauty, picturesque villages and pristine beaches. Stroll through the streets of Ephesus, the most intact Greco-Roman city in the world, and sail in the wake of Achilles and Agamemnon to legendary Troy aboard the exclusively chartered m.s. Le Diamant, one of the finest ships to cruise the eastern Mediterranean. Gain unique insight into life in the Aegean region during an exclusively arranged Village Forum with local residents, and enhance your understanding of the region's history and cultures through educational lectures and a comprehensive series of expert-led excursions. We also invite you to join a two-night pre-program option in the ancient Greek capital of Athens and/or a two-night post-program option in mystical Istanbul, crossroads of East and West. View a brochure.

Prices after March 16, 2007.

Cabin category 8 - $3495 plus airfare / ocean view
Cabin category 7 - $3995 plus airfare / ocean view
Cabin category 6 - $4695 plus airfare / ocean view
Cabin category 5 - $4795 plus airfare / ocean view
Cabin category 4 - $4895 plus airfare / ocean view
Cabin category 3 - $5395 plus airfare / ocean view
Cabin category 2 - $5895 plus airfare / suite / ocean view
Cabin category 1 - $6295 plus airfare / suite / ocean view

* all above based on double occupancy

Also available:
Pre-cruise program: Istanbul - starting at $540 per person double occupancy.
Post-cruise program: Athens (Greece) - starting at $595 per person double occupancy.

October 20-28, Gohagan

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French Riviera ~ Provence and the Côte d'Azur

Delight in verdant Provence before exploring seaside vistas in the French Riviera. At Avignon, see the Palais des Papes, and cruise the Rhône River past ancient city walls. Admire stunning ruins in Arles, browse the market of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, view the Roman Amphitheater in Orange and sample wine in the village of Châteauneuf du Pape. Marvel at the iconic Pont du Gard aqueduct before visiting medieval Les Baux and St. Rémy, often painted by Van Gogh. Tour Aix-en-Provence en route to the Côte d'Azur, where the Matisse Chapel and Marc Chagall Museum await in sunny Nice. Stop at St-Paul-de-Vence, learn about perfume making in Grasse and enjoy Cannes, site of the renowned film festival. Finally, experience the famous city-state of Monaco. View a brochure.

Price before March 27, 2007:

$2795 plus airfare and VAT, based on double occupancy or
$3895 including airfare from Atlanta, based on double occupancy

Price after March 27, 2007:

$2895 plus airfare and VAT, based on double occupancy or
$3995 including airfare from Atlanta, based on double occupancy

* details on other gateways are available upon request

October 25 - November 5, AHI

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