Alumni Travel program
Join us around the world! Whether you are a seasoned traveler or looking for new opportunities to explore the world, the UHSP Alumni Travel Program offers unique educational and cultural opportunities across the globe.
Upcoming Alumni Trips
European Coast Cruise: D-Day and the
Battle of Normandy
May 2-11, 2024 (Extension: May 12-21, 2024)
Explore the storied legacies and dynamic cultures of coastal Portugal, Spain, France, and England and commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day on this 8-night cruise itinerary. Discover Portugal’s renowned wine country, walk in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims in Santiago de Compostela, visit Bilbao’s iconic Guggenheim Museum, and see UNESCO-inscribed Mont-Saint-Michel’s impressive abbey. Meet guest speaker Dwight David Eisenhower II, grandson of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, as he joins us on a special anniversary tour of the hallowed Normandy beaches. Extend your journey with the Lisbon Pre-Program and London Post-Program options.
Cruising the Great Lakes
Sept. 22-29, 2024
Admire magnificent coastal scenery and discover nearly 2 centuries of North American innovation and maritime history on this one-of-a-kind cruise itinerary from Toronto to Milwaukee—featuring all 5 Great Lakes. Experience the thunderous force of Niagara Falls; the Henry Ford Museum of Innovation in Detroit; the historical charm of Mackinac Island; and transit the Well and Canal and Soo Locks, among the greatest engineering feats of the 19th century. Extend your Great Lakes immersion with the Toronto Pre-Program and/or Milwaukee Post-Program Options.
Cruise the Danube River
Sept. 17-25, 2024
Cruise along the elegant and picturesque Danube from Passau to Budapest, exploring highlights of Central Europe’s most glorious cities. Experience two of Europe’s historic golf courses; guided walking tours of Passau, Linz and Budapest; explore Weltenburg with a boat ride and beer tasting; delight in the treasures of Melk Abbey; tour a vineyard and winery in the Wachau Valley and more! Luxurious accommodations, European history, epicurean delights and immersive excursions make this unique program an unforgettable escape.
Galapagos Islands
March 15-22, 2025
Nestled in the Pacific Ocean – at the confluence of the ocean currents – the Galapagos Islands are a haven for explorers, nature enthusiasts and those seeking a profound connection with the natural world. Join us on a transformative expedition voyage through these enchanting islands to celebrate life’s diversity and to witness firsthand the stunning display of nature’s endless wonders.
Bordeaux and Dordogne Regions of France
April 17-26, 2025
Savor the fine wines of Bordeaux and immerse yourself in the Dordogne region in Sarlat-la-Canéda on this seven-night sojourn. Spend two nights in the UNESCO-designated port city of Bordeaux to explore its ancient history and the influence it had on the renowned wine region. From there, you will spend five nights in Sarlat-la-Canéda to see the medieval castles and prehistoric treasures of Dordogne, including the perfectly reproduced cave art at Lascaux and Rouffignac.
Iceland and the Northern Lights, Reykjavik and Akureyri
Oct. 25-Nov. 2, 2025
Experience the otherworldly beauty of the Northern Lights on this unique, seven-night land journey specially timed for optimal viewing of the aurora borealis. See Iceland’s “Big Three” wonders, known as the Golden Circle — the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Thingvellir National Park; the two-tiered “Golden Waterfall” of Gullfoss; and Strokkur, an active geyser that erupts every few minutes. From cosmopolitan Reykjavík to the harbor town of Siglufjördur and beyond, immerse yourself in the rustic splendor of this “land of fire and ice” with guided evening excursions to chase the natural phenomenon that lights up the sky.