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"On market
day, to see Tuaregs in their flowing blue robes astride their camels...people in
bright costume with loads of produce on their heads was a memorable
sight."
Sue C. (Fayetteville, AR) on Tour Code: WA3 Senegal, Mali, Burkina
Faso, Ghana, Togo & Benin |
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University of Victoria Alumni Association |
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July 25, 2008 - August 4, 2008 |
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Hiking the Inca Trail
Stare skywards and up at the impressive bronze statue that stands
in the middle of the Plaza de Armas in Lima and admire the stunning
scenery of the Vilcanota River en route to the ancient ceremonial
city of Machu Picchu. This adventure takes us from one side of
Peru's beautiful land to the other. Think of all the interesting
locals we will meet as we travel along the trail, which takes us
through terrain rich in antiquity. |
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Note: Special pricing is in effect for all alumni programs. The prices shown on this page supersede those on any other; these prices will be honoured for all alumni bookings. |
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October 5, 2008 - October 18, 2008 |
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Egypt - Historic Highlights, Camel Trek, Nile Cruise
A country of mythological proportion and one whose ancient
civilization dates back as far as any that the world has seen, Egypt
is a land of mystical beauty and incomparable legacy. For an
adventure-packed two weeks, we tour the world-famous historic
highlights, like the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, now symbols of
the country's mystery and glory, the Valleys of the Kings and
Queens, which allows incredible opportunities for close-up
exploration inside pyramid tombs, the colossal, 1,500-year-old
Karnak Temple, with its tremendous pylon gateway near the Avenue of
1,000 Sphinxes that originally ran all the way to Luxor temple, and
the bounties of the world's longest river; the Nile. |
Call 1-800-665-3998 for itineraries
Note: Special pricing is in effect for all alumni programs. The prices shown on this page supersede those on any other; these prices will be honoured for all alumni bookings. |
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November 3, 2008 - November 22, 2008 |
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India
Plunging ourselves deep into the thick of things right from the
outset, we tour the frenetic centres and districts of Delhi -- the
capital of India, former capital of several empires in ancient times
and one of the oldest continuously inhabited regions in the world.
Here we see the largest mosque in India, the war memorial at India
Gate, the Red Fort and Humayan's Tomb and take the opportunity to
embark on rickshaw rides into the more remote areas to see the Old
World lifestyles of locals. Heading away from the capital, we make
route for Varanasi on the banks of the Ganges, a city that has acted
as the religious capital of the Hindu faith since its very
foundation; with more than 2,000 temples and shrines, mazes of
ancient alleyways, domes and towers, Varanasi makes for a
fascinating tour destination for cultural exploration. |
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Note: Special pricing is in effect for all alumni programs. The prices shown on this page supersede those on any other; these prices will be honoured for all alumni bookings. |
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November 15, 2008 - November 28, 2008 |
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Cuba - A Step
Back in Time
Cuba is the last bastion of socialism in the Western Hemisphere
and has, only recently, managed to break free from the shackles
imposed by the negative associations of communism. Indeed, it is
Cuba's long isolationism that proves one of the main attractions for
travellers, as destinations untouched by Western influence are now
so few and far between. One must only explore the cities, like the
capital, Havana, to appreciate fully the unique charms of the
country. With their colonial architecture, plethora of 1950s
American cars, and imposing Revolutionary monuments, Cuban cities
are strikingly unusual in history, colour and character. |
Call 1-800-665-3998 for itineraries
Note: Special pricing is in effect for all alumni programs. The prices shown on this page supersede those on any other; these prices will be honoured for all alumni bookings. |
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