Travel Opportunities
Travel Opportunities
The tradition of excellence at Boston University isn’t limited to campus. Our Alumni Travel Program offers a unique way to see the world and continue learning. The program engages alumni and friends of the University in educational and cultural tours throughout the world.
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For more BUAA travel information, request a brochure or contact the Alumni Travel Program office at 800-800-3466 or alumtrav@bu.edu.
Islands of Antiquity
Begin your adventure with two nights in Athens, a modern city filled with ancient treasures. Then board the MV Aegean Odyssey for an unforgettable cruise. Built to sail in the coastal waters of the Mediterranean Sea, this boutique ship visit ports that are not available on seafaring itineraries of larger vessels. Follow the siren song of the Greek isles and discover their ancient ruins, vibrant towns and fascinating culture.
This expertly planned itinerary features excursions to Mycenae and Monemvasia. A stop in Crete allows you to explore Knossos. You’ll also visit Rhodes, Delos, Mykonos and Samos before continuing to the Turkish coast to discover the treasures of Ephesus and Aphrodisias. Continue to Istanbul before charting a course back to Athens.
Included shore excursions showcase key landmarks, while ample free time allows you to further explore many of these intriguing ports. World-class lectures on the history and traditions of the places you will visit enhance your sightseeing experience. This program, which also includes free air travel from select gateway cities and gratuities for the ship crew, is an exceptional value!
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Italian Lake District
Discover the beauty and magic of Italy’s Lake District. A region where Italy meets Switzerland, each turquoise lake has its own unique character, reflected in the charming towns, majestic Renaissance villas and lush gardens that adorn their shores. Cruise the sapphire waters of Lake Maggiore to the Borromean Islands, home to colorful botanical gardens, a stunning 17th-century palace and a charming fishing village.
Visit cosmopolitan Milan and admire its dazzling array of art and architecture. Meander along the picturesque streets of lakeside Bellagio and Como, two of Italy’s most enchanting cities.
Travel across the Swiss border to the idyllic Swiss village of Ascona, known for its delightful Old Town, then return to Italy to explore Cannobio, with its distinctive pastel architecture. Your base from which to discover Italy’s celebrated Lake District is Stresa, a lovely town nestled on the shores of Lake Maggiore.
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British Isles Odyssey
Explore the rich history and dramatic scenery of the British Isles while cruising on the elegant and graceful Oceania Cruises Marina. Picturesque landscapes and fascinating attractions are revealed in Scotland, the Isle of Skye, Ireland, and England.
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Cruising the Adriatic Sea
Explore the Adriatic Sea’s Dalmatian Coast aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe m.s. L’Austral on this seven-night cruise featuring General Wesley Clark, NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe (1997-2000).
Visit Šibenik, Split, Korˇcula, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Mostar or Medjugorje, Pula and Rovinj. Enjoy specially arranged lectures, an exclusive Village Forum™ with local residents and a folk music performance obnboard. Two-night Venice Pre and Post-Cruise Options offered.
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Danube River and the Habsburg Empire
This exclusive 14-day journey through the heart of Central Europe features a seven-night Danube River cruise aboard an Amadeus Fleet vessel, plus three nights in Prague and two nights in Kraków.
Visit six countries and six UNESCO World Heritage sites during a comprehensive program of guided excursions. Budapest Pre-Program Option and Warsaw Post-Program Option.
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Cuenca, Ecuador
AHI Travel is pleased to present a new concept in educational travel: an authentic, extended introduction to living abroad. This first-of-its-kind opportunity features the old-world beauty of Cuenca, Ecuador. One of South America’s most alluring and captivating colonial cities, Cuenca is a UNESCO World Heritage site and has been anointed by International Living Magazine as “The World’s Top Retirement Haven.”
Reside in your own apartment in the city center for four weeks, with AHI staff always available to support and enhance your experience. Enjoy individual language instruction combined with an immersion in the lifestyle, customs, history and cuisine of Cuenca, courtesy of your own accomplished and experienced Lifestyle Guide from the eminent Simon Bolivar Spanish School.
Discover Ecuador’s other treasures with an included excursion to the villages of Gualaceo and Chordeleg and their lively markets. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity, join us today!
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Sketches of Spain
Follow in the footsteps of ancient Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks, Romans and Moors — people who once called this land home and who contributed to the rich traditions and colorful culture of modern Spain.
This special program begins in the vibrant city of Barcelona. Marvel at its highlights, including the architecture of Antoni Gaudí, the fashionable Paseo de Gracia and the magnificent Cathedral. Conntinue to Pamplona, long associated with the running of the bulls and the setting for Hemingway’s “The Sun Also Rises.” Tour the Old Quarter in San Sebastián, home to some of the city’s finest architecture, and visit Bilbao and the famous Guggenheim Museum, which houses a vast collection of contemporary art.
Delight in charming Burgos and immerse yourself in the artistic and architectural masterpieces in Toledo. Conclude in cosmopolitan Madrid, with its stunning architecture, lively streets and renowned museums — a fitting end to an extraordinary adventure!
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Ancient Civilizations – Oceania Cruises
Follow the echoes of ancient civilizations as you cruise the Mediterranean on Oceania Cruises’ Nautica, an elegant vessel replete with breathtaking services and amenities. Immerse yourself in the ancient legends, traditions, and cultures of Greece, Egypt, Israel, Cyprus, and Turkey, each destination with a different story to tell. Beginning in Athens, cruise the Mediterranean Sea to Egypt – visiting Alexandria and Cairo – a land of enduring architecture, where the Sphinx and Giza pyramids await.
Continue to historic Israel and take in legendary Jerusalem, a holy city for Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike and the picturesque city of Haifa. Sail to Limassol and discover the ancient riches of Cyprus, then head to Greece to explore the old fortified city of Rhodes. Continue to Turkey and walk mosaic sidewalks in the ruins of Ephesus before concluding your journey in Istanbul, the magnificent city that straddles two continents. From timeless cities to towering pyramids and historic temples, discover the legendary treasures of ancient civilizations.
