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ICELAND | US/UK 2019 CAMPUS ENGLAND | FRANCE

OF THE YEAR:
FRANCE

England | France
United States | England
Iceland
England | Wales
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Small Group X Adventures Afloat Ocean Liner X Small Group X Small Group
The Best of Iceland: Best of London Theatre The Best of London and Paris: The Best of England and Wales:
A Country of Beautiful Contrasts on Queen Mary 2 A Tale of Two Cities Shakespeare to Snowdonia,
Castles to Colleges
11 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #3342ZDV 12 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #11996ZDV 9 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20953ZDV
13 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #21454ZDV

Named by a Scandinavian explorer inspired by Theater and the performing arts take center FLEX More time (and some meals) on your own.
the beauty of icebergs bobbing through a fjord, stage on this enriching voyage from New York FLEX More time (and some meals) on your own.
Iceland is in fact not very icy at all, boasting City to London aboard the magnificent Queen London and Paris. Both historic capital cities
abundant vegetation, a menagerie of wild- Mary 2. Immerse yourself in the history and boast world-class museums and instantly rec-
life and stunning geological features. Jour- practice of theater with onboard theater expert ognizable landmarks and buzz with commerce, Timeless villages, grand manors, renowned
ney through Iceland with native experts who Giles Ramsay, who explores the development of politics, education and culture. But it’s what universities — explore all of these and more
introduce you to their country’s history, music, drama from Greek tragedy to the modern musi- separates them that makes them most intrigu- on this jolly good jaunt through England and
food and traditions. Learn about the Sagas of cal. In London, experience the arts first-hand ing: the languages, the aesthetics, the food, the Wales. Outstanding local experts tell the stories
Icelanders and explore a dramatic landscape, as you enjoy theater productions ranging from attitudes. Compare for yourself on this journey of royals, poets and commoners and illuminate
from the coast to the Blue Lagoon. the classic to the cutting edge and gain insight that combines field trips led by top-notch Road the essence of Britain as you explore Windsor,
Highlights: from leading theater professionals. Note: Details Scholar experts and abundant time for indepen- Oxford, the Lake District, the Cotswolds, Shake-
speare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and the rugged
of selected performances are sent four weeks prior to dent discoveries.
• Witness geology in action in the “Land of Fire departure date. coast of Wales.
and Ice” and visit a geothermal power plant. Highlights: Highlights:
Itinerary: Arrival New York City, N.Y., 1 night;
• Enjoy a scallop fishing demonstration on a embark Queen Mary 2, 7 nights; disembark • Learn about the modern history of the Royal • Discover Oxford’s soaring spires, lovely
boat excursion in the Breidafjördur. Family from trusted insider Ken Wharfe.
Southampton (England); London, 4 nights; landscapes and intriguing lore with university
• At the Agricultural Science Center learn how departure. • Uncover the great artistic treasures of Paris at insiders.
Icelandic agriculture is powered by geother- Meals: 31 total (12B, 8L, 11D) the Musee du Louvre and the Musee d’Orsay. • Walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps and see the
mal greenhouses. • Enjoy free time to explore the neighborhoods, Royal Shakespeare Company perform in one
2020 Dates: Apr 24-May 6, May 12-24, May
Itinerary: Arrival Reykjavik; Grindavik, 1 night; historic sites and cafes of London and Paris. of England’s iconic theatres.
Borgarnes, 3 nights; Akureyri, 3 nights; Reykja- 30-Jun 11, Jun 13-25, Aug 20-Sep 1, Sep 24-Oct Note: Due to the fire at Notre Dame, the cathedral is • Experience the dramatic mountain environ-
vik, 3 nights; departure. 6, Oct 22-Nov 3, Dec 7-19 closed to visitors. Road Scholar programs that visit ment of Snowdonia National Park in Wales.
Per-person prices starting at:
Meals: 30 total (11B, 11L, 8D) $5,299 DBL | Singles at added cost* Île de la Cité will be able to see the outside of the Itinerary: Arrival London (England), Windsor, 2
Lodging: Grindavik: Hotel near the Blue Vessel Description cathedral, but we will not be able to go inside. nights; Stratford-upon-Avon, 3 nights; Degan-
Lagoon. Borgarnes: Hotel with spectacular Queen Mary 2: Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 represents Itinerary: Arrival London (England), 4 nights; wy (Wales), 3 nights; Bassenthwaite (England),
views. Akureyri: Comfortable hotel in the the pinnacle of maritime achievement as the Paris (France), 4 nights; departure. 3 nights; Manchester, 1 night; departure.
heart of town. Reykjavik: First-class hotel in a world’s only true ocean liner. Built in 2010 and Meals: 17 total (8B, 5L, 4D) Meals: 25 total (12B, 4L, 9D)
restored historic building.
extensively renovated in 2016, this 17-deck ship Lodging: Centrally located hotels. Lodging: Centrally located, comfortable hotels.
2020 Dates: Apr 19-30, May 3-14, May 24-Jun can accommodate 2,092 guests in 1,046 cabins
4, Jun 21-Jul 2, Jul 12-23, Jul 26-Aug 6, Aug on its transatlantic voyages. 2020 Dates: Apr 16-25, Apr 30-May 9, May 14- 2020 Dates: Apr 14-27, Apr 28-May 11, May 12-
2-13, Aug 16-27, Aug 30-Sep 10, Sep 6-17, Sep FREE OR REDUCED AIRFARE! 23, May 28-Jun 6, Sep 3-12, Sep 24-Oct 3, Oct 25, May 26-Jun 8, Jun 9-22, Jun 23-Jul 6, Aug
13-24, Sep 27-Oct 8 Enroll by Feb. 28, 2020 and return flight from 1-10, Oct 8-17 25-Sep 7, Sep 8-21, Sep 22-Oct 5, Oct 6-19
London to New York (JFK) is included at no Per-person prices starting at:
Per-person prices starting at: Per-person prices starting at:
$5,399 DBL | +$860 SGL extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air $3,349 DBL | +$730 SGL $3,999 DBL | +$1,000 SGL
from select cities!
$6,024 (with air from EWR*) $4,174 (with air from EWR*) $4,849 (with air from JFK*)

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