2023 Spartan Pathways Travel Catalog

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Great Pacific Northwest — Portland to Clarkston JUNE 11 - 19

Greece — Athens & Gytheio

JUNE 16 - 25

See Greece’s cultural riches, from the glorious remnants of ancient civilizations to a palate-pleasing bounty of wine, olives and seafood. All this awaits you on this eight-night journey to Athens and Gytheio. Ascend the Acropolis to admire the Parthenon and sweeping views of Athens. Explore the fortified Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae and discover a one-of-a-kind treasure, mountainside Mystras, an important center of Byzantine culture. On your way to Gytheio, catch a glimpse of the Spartan statue, Leonidas. During your stay in charming, seaside Gytheio, enjoy coastal life and get to know the Mani, a region known for its independent spirit and beautiful beaches, plus journey to Monemvasia, a stunning, medieval walled city on an island. A wine tasting and a fun-filled dinner with music and dancing complement this small-group experience. Also learn about Greek history during enriching lectures with experts.

Come aboard for seven-nights on the American Queen Voyages’ American Empress to explore the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy an included one-night pre-cruise hotel stay in Vancouver, WA. Sail to Astoria and climb to the top of the Astoria Column, a monument to the West and the natural riches it offers. Cruise on to Stevenson and take in the power of the mighty Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River. Spend a day in The Dalles and immerse in the past filled with gold miners and gun slingers. In Richland, browse the unique shops and cafés downtown. Before saying farewell in Spokane, head to Clarkston to experience the breathtaking gateway to Hells Canyon, America’s deepest river gorge. This cruise includes signature hop-on hop-off bus tours at practically every port of call. FROM $3,899 PER PERSON, PLUS AIRFARE

FROM $3,895 PER PERSON, PLUS AIRFARE

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National Parks & Lodges of the Old West

Italy’s Magnificent Lake District JUNE 20 - 28

JUNE 15 - 23

Discover northern Italy’s lake district, where sparkling lakes mirror emerald hills and craggy Alpine slopes. From Stresa by Lake Maggiore, spend indulgent days exploring beautiful islands and elegant shores. Witness a Romanesque basilica on Isola San Giulio, and stroll through charming Bellagio, where poets and writers from around the world have found inspiration. Cruise aboard a private boat to the Borromean Islands and see a quaint fishermen’s islet. Glide across Lake Como, passing fairy-tale villas and colorful villages, and learn the secrets of northern Italian cuisine during a cooking lesson and lunch. In Milan, feast your eyes on Leonardo’s “The Last Supper” and visit the legendary La Scala, Italy’s opulent opera house. This small-group journey features a first-class hotel, an extensive meal plan and a series of lectures to enhance your understanding of the region. FROM $4,095 PER PERSON, PLUS AIRFARE

Join fellow alumni and friends on a journey that celebrates the American West’s magnificent national parks, tracing legends and storied monuments along the way. From Mount Rushmore to Old Faithful and from Spearfish Canyon to the Snake River, you will see the best of the Old West, and traverse its beautiful vistas in style and comfort. Wonderfully historic hotels and lodges are a highlight of this program, including landmark lodging within the parks themselves. Indulge in the geological phenomena of hot springs in South Dakota, and journey through Badlands National Park, known as nature’s surreal masterpiece, where impressive herds of bison roam, and dazzling, dramatic pinnacles rise over the largest undisturbed mixed-grass prairie in the United States.

FROM $4,995 PER PERSON, PLUS AIRFARE

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