Alumni Travel
Are you up for a Bobcat adventure? Pack your bags! The OHIO University Alumni Association offers exciting tours all year long. Travel with fellow Bobcats to exotic International destinations or fascinating domestic locales. Learn about culture, art, and history from top experts, all the while experiencing the friendship and fun of fellow Bobcats. Best of all, your participation supports your alma mater!
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Costa Rica’s Natural Heritage
March 3 – 13, 2022
In this small Central American democracy kissed by nature, your small group enjoys a relaxed yet comprehensive 11-day exploration of four distinct regions, encountering staggering biodiversity from cloud forest to rainforest; Central Valley to Pacific Coast. Discover more ecological wonders with a 4-day/3-night pre-tour option in celebrated Tortuguero National Park.
From $3,681, including air from Miami. Offered through Odyssey’s Unlimited.
Historical Baseball Tour
April 19 – 24, 2022
Join us on this authentic baseball experience that will take a deep dive into the meaningful aspects that make baseball the game we enjoy today. Visit two historical baseball venues—Yankee Stadium and Fenway Park, to witness behind-the-scenes tours and live game action. And spend time in Cooperstown for a private tour of the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
From $2,999 (quad occupancy), not including air. Offered through Sports & Entertainment Travel.
River Life Dutch Waterways featuring the Floriade Expo
May 2 – 10, 2022
Cruise for seven nights in Holland and Flanders aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe Amadeus Queen. Meet local residents during the exclusive River Life® Forum and tour the Kröller-Müller Museum. Visit Amsterdam, Bruges, Ghent, Delft, Kinderdijk, Antwerp, Keukenhof and the Floriade World Horticulture Expo. Amsterdam Pre-Program and The Hague Post-Program Options.
From $2,995, not including air. Offered through Gohagan & Co.
Essential Europe Grad Trip
May 15 – June 6, 2022
From the pomp and pageantry of London to the snow-capped Austrian Alps; from the glorious art of Florence to the sun-kissed beaches of Greece, Europe’s infinite variety of people, places, and traditions are the perfect setting for a journey that celebrates and educates. Capture the flavor of the cities and the beauty of the countryside; sample the delicacies and specialties of nine wondrous countries – Europe, in all its splendor, awaits.
From $4,465. Offered through AESU.
Trentino, South Tyrol & The Dolomites
May 18 – 26, 2022
On this seven-night journey, discover the rich cultures of the Trentino and South Tyrol regions. From your base in Trento, explore idyllic villages and the stunning Dolomites. Visit Bolzano, with its intriguing mix of Italian and Germanic influences, and admire enchanting Verona. Cruise on Lake Garda and savor the region’s diverse food culture. This small-group journey features a first-class hotel and an extensive meal plan. No single supplement for solo travelers!
From $3,395, not including air. Offered through AHI.
Heartland Journey: Bourbon Experience
June 12 – 21, 2022
Venture through the heartland of America as you sample from its distilleries and experience good old Kentucky charm. Begin your journey with an included two-night Louisville Pre-Cruise Program, featuring tours of several historic Kentucky bourbon distilleries, including bourbon tasting and lunch. Embark the American Countess and set sail on the Ohio River. Stop to taste the traditions of Brandenburg, Kentucky’s bourbon-infused past, and in Owensboro, learn the history of the distillers who operate around the city.
From $2,799, not including air. Offered through Go Next.
New Orleans – Art, Culture, & People
June 19 – 24, 2022
Revel in New Orleans’ multicultural riches, irresistible cuisine and feel-good energy on this five-night, first-class journey! Take in the enchanting French Quarter and Garden District, taste classic dishes at a cooking school and enjoy two jazz shows. Explore the history of Louisiana’s plantation country and visit NOLA’s must-see National World War II museum. Experience the unforgettable ambience of this truly unique American city!
From $2,595, not including air. Offered through AHI.
Alsace – Fairytale France
June 19 – 27, 2022
Behold the old-world allure and proud heritage of France’s Alsace region on an unforgettable seven-night program. From our base in charming Colmar, visit dynamic Strasbourg, multicultural Basel and whimsical towns along the Alsatian Wine Route that capture your imagination. Along the way, savor divine cuisine and superlative wines, and learn about the region’s illustrious past.
From $3,495, not including air. Offered through AHI.
Great Journey Through Europe
June 29 – July 9, 2022
This extraordinary 11-day “Grand Tour” of Europe combines river, rail, lake and mountain travel and features Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands. Cruise aboard the deluxe AMADEUS SILVER III along the Rhine River. Ride aboard three legendary railways—the Gornergrat Bahn, the Glacier Express and the Pilatus Railway. Amsterdam Post-Program Option.
From $3,995, not including air. Offered through Gohagan & Co.
Oceania Cruise – Black Sea Brilliance
July 17 – 27, 2022
Taste the exotic flavors of the eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea on this 10-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Riviera. You'll have new tales to tell, from Istanbul to Athens, with the traditions of Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey and Ukraine sprinkled in. Planned specifically for the culturally curious, this cruise seeks out authentic experiences of lesser-known European cultures and explores their Greek and Roman roots in depth. Catch folk performances, village visits, and food tours set against a Byzantine backdrop of onion-domed cathedrals and ancient ruins.
From $4,299, including air from select cities. Offered through Go Next.
42nd Passion Play Oberammergau
July 17 – 27, 2022
Experience a rare performance of the extravagant Passion Play, staged once a decade for nearly four centuries in storybook Oberammergau. Enjoy a five-night deluxe cruise along the Danube River, spend two nights each in the Bavarian Alps and Munich, and visit four countries. Budapest Pre- Program and Berlin Post-Program Options offered.
From $4,295, not including air. Offered through Gohagan & Co.
Oceania Cruise – Radiant Alaska
August 8 – 18, 2022
Alaska is calling—journey with us to the Last Frontier! Enjoy natural wonders, quaint coastal towns, and a sense of culture that's unique to Alaska on Oceania Cruises’ Regatta. Catch a crab feast in Ketchikan, where they pull each day’s dinner fresh from the water. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife as you cruise Hubbard Glacier to Hoonah, where whales breach and spout. Get gold fever in Juneau, where you can pan for gold in the same creek where miners of yore struck it rich.
From $3,399, including air from select cities. Offered through Go Next.
The Majestic Great Lakes
August 18 – 28, 2022
Step back in time on Mackinac Island, take in maritime lore and Ojibwe culture on the U.S-Canadian border lands, and see the mighty Soo Locks. Take in Cleveland's rock n' roll history, visit the must-see Detroit Institute of Arts, and make a splash at Niagara Falls.
From $4,699, not including air. Offered through Go Next.
Grand Seine River & Normandy Passage
September 10 – 18, 2022
Cruise the Seine River for seven nights from Paris to Honfleur! Indulge in Paris’ spectacular landmarks and walk through Monet’s flower-filled gardens. Explore colorful Honfleur and Rouen, and witness opulent abbeys and chateaux. Plus, visit poignant D-Day beaches, Point du Hoc and the Caen Memorial. Spend sunny days relaxing aboard your exclusively chartered first-class ship and enjoy a generous meal plan. No supplement for single travelers!
From $3,795, not including air. Offered through AHI.
Greek Isles
October 8 – 16, 2022
Join this nine-day Aegean Odyssey from Athens, Greece, aboard the Five-Star Le Bougainville. Visit Delos, Mykonos, Pátmos, Rhodes and Santorini and explore the legendary ruins of Meteora, Mycenae and Epidaurus. Engage with local residents during the Island Life® Forum. Athens Pre-Program and Delphi and Thebes Post Program Options.
From $4,995, not including air. Offered through Gohagan & Co.
Oceania Cruise – Rivieras & Retreats
November 11 – 19, 2022
It’s time to go to the western Mediterranean! Traipse a trail from Rome to Monte Carlo on this tantalizing 10-night trip. Start your trip off right with an included two-night Go Next Rome Pre-Cruise Program, which includes a stay at a four-star hotel. Make stops at iconic sites like the Vatican City and its museums and the Sistine Chapel. Experience the history of the Basilica of St. Paul, the Colosseum, and the fountains of the Plazza Navona.
From $2,399, including air from select cities. Offered through Go Next.
Please contact Debbie Crabtree with questions about tours and travel.