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The Best of Milan: The Best of Portugal: Discoveries Along the Douro: The Best of Spain:
Historical Gem, Modern Marvel From the Age of Discovery Portugal’s Best-Kept Secrets Barcelona and Madrid
to Today
8 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #23344ZDV 9 OR 10 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #23416ZDV 9 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #21336ZDV
9 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20983ZDV

On a beautiful riverboat exclusively for Road
FLEX More time (and some meals) on your own. FLEX More time (and some meals) on your own.
Scholar, sail the Douro River to discover hidden
FLEX More time (and some meals) on your own. gems in the villages and valleys of Portugal
Though from the outside Milan may look like a with full access to our experts. Gaudí and Picasso. Paella and Tapas. Mediterra-
modern metropolis, beneath the surface you’ll Six centuries ago, ships and sailors departed Highlights: nean chic and capital-city grandeur. There are
find an elegant culture rooted in a thriving art Portugal’s shores to find new knowledge, vast no other cities in the world like Barcelona and
scene, dating back to the Renaissance and an riches and little conflict during a period known • Explore Porto’s historic center during a walk- Madrid. Join us to learn about what’s new in
ing exploration with outstanding instructors.
18th-century architectural boom. Delve deep as the Age of Discovery. Experience your own these two dynamic cities and reflect on what’s
into this complex city as you learn about its discoveries on this journey to medieval monas- • Learn about regional port wine during an been around since antiquity, from fanciful
history through the artists that chose Milan as teries, fertile vineyards and cities that are equal educational wine tasting with local viticultur- architecture to wind-swept Roman ruins. With
inspiration. As you spend an enlightening week parts history and modern energy. This program ists. special insight from our local experts and plenty
in the design capital of the world, explore Mi- combines field trips led by local experts with • Discover the National Art Museum, which of time to discover on your own, you’ll get the
lan’s functional art — from intricate cathedrals some time for independent exploration. houses one of the finest collection of Flemish most of these two bold European cities.
to spectacular courtyards — and discover how tapestries in Europe. Itinerary: Arrival Barcelona, 4 nights; Madrid, 4
its historic architecture blends seamlessly with Highlights: nights; departure.
its modern society to create one of the Italy’s • In Lisbon, examine architectural treasures of Note: Program limited to 100 participants, but Meals: 16 total (8B, 1L, 7D)
most magnificent cultural epicenters. the Age of Discovery and enjoy a lively eve- divided into smaller groups.
Highlights: ning of music at a Fado house. Itinerary: Arrival Porto, 2 nights; embark ves- Lodging: Barcelona: Centrally located four-star
hotel. Madrid: Hotel in the heart of Madrid.
sel, 7 nights (ports of call include Peso da Ré-
• Learn about Leonardo Da Vinci through an • Set off on a field trip to one of the world’s gua, Pinhão, Barca d’Alva, Senhora da Ribeira,
expert lecture before seeing The Last Supper oldest universities, the University of Coimbra. Entre-os-Rios); disembark Porto, departure. 2020 Dates: Mar 20-29, Mar 27-Apr 5, Apr
at the Santa Maria delle Grazie Church. • Taste and learn about port wine at the vine- 17-26, Apr 24-May 3, May 1-10, May 8-17, May
• Venture to Monza on an expert-led field trip yards of the Alto Douro Wine Region. Meals: 22 total (8B, 7L, 7D) 22-31, Jun 5-14, Jun 19-28, Sep 4-13, Sep 18-
to see its royal palace and church. Itinerary: Arrival Lisbon, 3 nights; Figueira da 2020 Dates: May 13-23, Sep 9-19, Oct 11-21, Oct 27, Sep 25-Oct 4, Oct 2-11, Oct 16-25, Nov 6-15,
Nov 20-29
• Explore some of Milan’s beautiful palaces in- Foz, 2 nights; Porto, 3 nights; departure. 28-Nov 7
Per-person prices starting at:
cluding Palazzo Morando and Palazzo Berri- Meals: 17 total (8B, 3L, 6D) $2,999 DBL | Singles at added cost* Per-person prices starting at:
Meregalli — to learn their unique history. $2,299 DBL | +$460 SGL
Lodging: Four-star and comfortable hotels. Vessel Description $2,999 (with air from JFK*)
Itinerary: Arrival Milan, 7 nights; departure.
2020 Dates: Mar 14-23, Mar 21-30, Apr 18-27, Miguel Torga: CroisiEurope’s MS Miguel Torga is
Meals: 15 total (7B, 6L, 2D) a four-deck ship accommodating 132 guests in
Apr 25-May 4, May 2-11, May 9-18, May 23-
Lodging: Hotel Cavour. Jun 1, May 30-Jun 8, Jun 6-15, Jun 13-22, Aug 66 cabins. Or Explore at a Relaxed Pace
29-Sep 7, Sep 5-14, Sep 12-21, Sep 19-28, Sep SINGLES AT NO EXTRA COST!
2020 Dates: Mar 22-30, May 3-11, May 17-25, 26-Oct 5, Oct 3-12, Oct 10-19, Oct 24-Nov 2, No extra costs for single cabins on May dates. Take a similar learning adventure at
Oct 4-12, Oct 18-26
Oct 31-Nov 9, Nov 7-16, Nov 14-23 Free singles sell out quickly, so be sure to enroll a leisurely pace on Spain at a Slower
Per-person prices starting at: Per-person prices starting at: early. Pace: The Best of Barcelona and Madrid
$2,749 DBL | +$680 SGL $2,299 DBL | +$430 SGL (#22311ZDV)
$3,524 (with air from EWR*)
$3,099 (with air from JFK*)
18 Call toll free at (877) 426-8056 *For departure cities and to enroll visit www.roadscholar.org. 19