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Upcoming Trips

bearsKenya Safari: The Big 5

Two departure dates:
July 20–30, 2022 and
July 30–August 9, 2022
Starting at $6,995

Spot for the "Big 5" with Dr. Laurance Doyle during this 11-day journey featuring unparalleled access to Kenya's national parks, reserves, and conservancies. Along with the guidance of an Expedition Leader and remarkable accommodations, this adventure provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the spectacular array of wildlife in this part of the world.

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JapanJapan in Bloom

April 15–25, 2022
Starting at $4,599, including airfare

Set sail from Tokyo with Dr. Marie Jureit-Beamish. See Shimizu, with its serene woodlands and majestic Mount Fuji. Take in Kyoto's breathtaking shrines, and visit Hiroshima, a charming city not overshadowed by its history. You'll cruise the Kanmon Straits to Busan, the second largest city in South Korea; Nagasaki, a city of traditions; and see Kagoshima, which features one of Japan’s most active volcanoes. An optional pre-cruise program in Tokyo is available.

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rightsCivil Rights: A Journey to Freedom

March 14–18, 2022

Join Dr. Billy Miller, Principia College associate professor of sociology, for an intimate and essential opportunity to explore the Deep South with an informative program about the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s. Experience the people, places, and events that ignited change and defined a pivotal period in American history, while learning from actual foot soldiers of the struggle—whose rich and moving stories bring a history of unforgettable tragedy and irrepressible triumph to life. In the cities of Montgomery, Birmingham, and Selma, Alabama, the movement's national leadership took shape, and tens of thousands of people came together to advance the cause of justice against remarkable odds and violent resistance.

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Astounding Antarctica

January 13-24, 2022
Starting at $12,995

Dr. Laurance Doyle will guide this expedition through dramatic ice landscapes, wildlife-rich channels, and the dynamic ecosystem of the seventh continent. Explore the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, a beautiful island chain filled with an impressive variety of wildlife. You'll benefit from expert guides, scientists, and lecturers while cruising aboard Ocean Victory, which can navigate the narrow channels and bays closed to larger ships. An optional pretour in Buenos Aires and a posttour to Iguazú Falls are available.

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bearsMajestic Great Lakes

August 16–26, 2021
Starting at $5,199

Enjoy a nine-night adventure aboard the M/V Victory II to discover the majesty of the Great Lakes as you sail on Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, and Lake Erie. Your journey begins with a one-night stay in Toronto. From there, traverse the Welland Canal and witness the thunderous power of Niagara Falls. Explore the history, landmarks, and culture of Cleveland, Windsor, Detroit, Manitoulin Island, Saulte Ste. Marie, and Mackinac Island. The trip concludes with a day of scenic sailing on Lake Michigan and disembarking in Chicago. This outstanding voyage includes an ideal collection of expert-led shore excursions along with entertaining lectures to enrich your travel experience given by PLL faculty member Howie Bay (C’73).

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Summer Sailing: The Rhône and Saône
(with an optional extension to Barcelona)

August 2–15, 2021
Starting at $4,695

In the south of France, the rivers Rhône and Saône take you to endless lavender fields and picturesque olive groves. Absorb the enchanting city highlights such as Lyon or Avignon that alternate with the sundrenched nature reserves of Provence and the Camargue and the beauty of the world famous regions of Burgundy and Beaujolais, and let French “savoir vivre” work its magic on you.  Lifelong Learning faculty Madelon Maupin, Susie Ledbetter, and Dr. Brian Roberts will join you aboard along a delightful cruise while sharing talks on religious history, art history, and the European Union.

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Galápagos Islands Cruise

July 20–27, 2021
Starting at $5,399

Join biology professor Dr. Scott Eckert and Philosophy Professor Chris Young to explore the Galápagos Islands. Marvel at the flora and fauna, and observe up close a diversity of species, including boobies, tortoises, and marine iguanas. Snorkel among colorful tropical fish and playful sea lions, and see Quito’s ornate Jesuit church and a curated collection of Pre-Columbian art.

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IrelandTrekking Ireland

July 17–26, 2021
Starting at $2,999 

This walking vacation, led by Chuck Wilcoxen, showcases an Ireland rich in culture and tradition—and worlds away from the fast pace of urban life. The local scenery includes a stunning coastline, lakes, mountains, Highland sheep, and numerous stone walls. In The Burren, you'll experience the area's exceptional rock formation and a micro-ecosystem of rare plants. Seeing archaeological and cultural artifacts is on the itinerary, too. 

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Ireland CelticBritish Isles and Lowlands

June 12–23, 2021
Starting at $4,099 (incuding airfare)

Enjoy cruising the Celtic shores of England, Ireland, and Northern Ireland with Principia College Theatre Professor John O’Hagan. Starting in London, you’ll take in a variety of locales: the Isle of Portland, Cork, the seaside village of Glengarriff, Galway, Londonderry, Belfast, and Dublin, the largest city in Ireland, where you can visit the 11th-century Christ Church Cathedral or just wander the quaint cobblestone streets.

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Civil War Saga

March 14–21, 2021
Starting at $2,299

Enjoy seven nights aboard the American Queen steamboat, sailing on the Mississippi River from New Orleans, Louisiana, to Memphis, Tennessee, with Dr. John Glen. Step into the past to see compelling Civil War sites and learn about strategic battle locations. Onboard Riverlorians bring to life the echoes of America’s past through interesting lectures, while onshore memorials and museums make the journey of a nation tangible through statues and artifacts. Though it left many scars in its wake, the conclusion of the Civil War closed the chasm of a divided nation.

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