UGA Alumni Association | Alumni Tours Fall 2008

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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 2008

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.

Greece - The Peloponnese & the Island of Poros

A land steeped in mythology and legend, Greece has captured the hearts and minds of artists and writers for centuries. The magic of this ancient land is yours to discover as you immerse yourself in the towns of the scenic Peloponnese and the capital of Athens. Visit the treasures of Delphi; meander along the winding streets of Patras; and travel back in time to the first Olympic games in Olympia. Explore the remains of the palace at Mycenae, and marvel at the theater in Epidauros, known for its superb acoustics. Enjoy the charm of the small town of Poros and the cosmopolitan city of Hydra. Finally, discover the priceless treasures of Athens, from the remains of the Acropolis to the fashionable Plaka district. Click here for a itinerary (Word Document).

September 25 - October 5, From approximately $2595 per person, plus airfare, AHI

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Canada / New England for Fall Foliage (Queen Mary 2) - CANCELED

Embark the Queen Mary 2 in New York City to begin an ocean voyage onboard the most magnificent cruise liner ever built, her every detail reminiscent of the Golden Age of ocean travel. You will find on her 13 spacious decks opulent public areas, extravagant dining rooms, ballrooms, theatres and lounges, as well as the only planetarium at sea. This "Splendours of Autumn" cruise will first visit the bustling and historic city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, before spending the day in Saint John, New Brunswick. In Portland, Maine, you may have the opportunity to see the famous Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth, dine on succulent fresh-steamed lobster or visit Kennebunkport. Endless sightseeing opportunities will await you in Boston, and the lavish mansions of Newport never fail to impress. A cruise on the Queen Mary 2 will prove to be an extraordinary travel experience, where travelers will feel like royalty. Click here to view a brochure (PDF).

September 27 - October 4, From approximately $2950 per person, plus airfare, The Travel Corner

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Normandy and Brittany

Discover the stunning seascapes, riveting histories and glorious countryside of the Normandy and Brittany regions. From Cabourg, travel to Bayeux to see its famous tapestry. Learn about the Allied invasion with visits to Caen and its Memorial and Museum for Peace; Omaha Beach; and the British landing zone at Arromanches, then pay tribute to the brave soldiers at the World War II Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. Enjoy a stop at a Calvados distillery and sample the renowned brandy, then explore the harbor town of Honfleur. Your home base in Brittany is Rennes, the capital of the region. Immerse yourself in local history in Josselin, Vannes and Carnac, then cruise along the Rance River from medieval Dinan to St-Malo. Your adventure concludes with two nights in Paris, the City of Light. Click here for a itinerary (Word Document).

September 30 - October 11, From approximately $2795 per person, plus airfare, AHI

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Bhutan, the Mythical Himalayan Kingdom

Watch the sunset aboard a rice barge on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand. Explore the Grand Palace, former residence of Thai kings, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the country's most sacred site. Cruise the Thonburi Canals to Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn. Then, tour the capital city of Thimphu, Bhutan, nestled high in the majestic Himalayas. Learn about Bhutanese culture at the Folk Heritage Museum. En route to Paro, explore the spectacular Simtokha Dzong, a hilltop fortress that exhibits beautiful artwork. Travel to Chele-la Pass and see colorful prayer flags flutter in the wind. Conclude your adventure in Hong Kong where a sleek cosmopolitan panache blends effortlessly with a classic Colonial character and centuries-old Chinese traditions. Click here for a itinerary (Word Document).

September 30- October 12, From approximately $5895 per person, plus airfare, AHI

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Village Life in Burgundy & Provence

Join us on an enchanting seven-night cruise along the Rhône and Saône rivers through the legendary French regions of Burgundy and Provence, rich in cultural and architectural treasures. Embark the deluxe M.S. PRINCESSE DE PROVENCE in the historical city of Lyon, gastronomical capital of France, and depart on a leisurely voyage on the waterways of southern France to the ancient city of Arles, where the legacy of Imperial Rome survives to the present. En route, explore the legendary Romanesque Abbey of Cluny, the largest building in the Christian world for 500 years during the Middle Ages; enjoy a private wine tasting in Trevoux, epicenter of Burgundy's world- renowned wine industry; tour the Roman monuments of Vienne; step back into the Middle Ages in the charming villages of Boucieu-le-Roi and Pérouges; and walk in the footsteps of 14th-century popes in Avignon. Conclude in the ancient city of Arles, renowned for its magnificent Roman monuments. Specially arranged presentations on cuisine and culture and meetings with local residents will enhance your understanding of everyday life in the French countryside. Click here to view a brochure (PDF).

October 3 - 11, From approximately $2295 per person, plus airfare, Gohagan

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