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Mystical India
February 26 - March 14, 2012

Mystical and spiritual, chaotic and confounding, India overflows with riches. Our air-inclusive program features visits to Delhi; Agra, home of the Taj Mahal; the Ranthambore Tiger Preserve; the legendary "pink city" of Jaipur; Khajuraho and its famous temples; and Varanasi, India's holiest city.

Machu Picchu to the Galapagos
March 6 - March 20, 2012

Explore the wonders of the Galapagos and the mysteries of Machu Picchu on this exclusive small group Columbia Alumni Travel Study Program. Limited to just 18 participants, this intimate travel experience promises to be an exhilarating discovery of lost worlds.

Fabled Andalusia & the Imperial Cities of Morocco
April 6 - April 15, 2012

Join Dean Peter Awn, alumni and friends  next spring aboard Corinthian II for a cruise to the historic cities of southern Spain and Morocco, where adherents of the world’s three major monotheistic religions lived and worked together to produce a legacy, architecture, and works of art that have endured through the centuries.

European Coastal Civilizations
April 15 - 23, 2012

Feast on the sumptuous array of cities that lie along Europe's Atlantic Coast on a seven-night cruise aboard the deluxe M.S. LE BORÉAL visiting five UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Portugal, Spain & France.

Waterways of Holland & Belgium
April 17 - April 25, 2012

Join alumni and friends to experience the wonders of Holland’s breathtaking tulip fields in full bloom and enjoy a special opportunity to attend the Floriade 2012 World Horticultural Exposition.

Turning Points of History
May 16 - 27, 2012

There is no better time to travel Homer's "wine dark sea" than spring, when wildflowers bloom along the coastline and the weather is warm and mild. Sail from Cyprus to Istanbul, with port calls in Israel, Turkey and Greece from May 16 - 27, 2012.

Islands & Sanctuaries of the Gods: An Exploration of Greece & the Greek Islands
May 21 - May 30, 2012

Spring provides the perfect setting for a cruise to the fabled Greek islands, when wildflowers blanket the craggy hillsides and enchanting ancient sites. Join alumni and friends aboard the 34 passenger Callisto from May 21 - May 30, 2012 as we sail through the Ionian and Aegean seas.

Byzantine Odyssey
May 27– June 10, 2012

Exotic sights, scents, and sounds reign in this fascinating land where Europe and Asia meet. From Istanbul, magnificent “Empress of the World,” to ancient ruins, stunning landscapes, and the dramatic Turquoise Coast where we board a privately chartered yacht for a distinctive four-day voyage, Turkey engages and beguiles, offering us an unparalleled small group travel experience.

Changing Tides of History: Cruising the Baltic Sea
May 28 - June 8, 2012

Experience the cultural rebirth of the Baltic States and the imperial riches of St. Petersburg, with the rare opportunity to hear enriching speeches by two historic world leaders—former President of the Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev and former President of Poland Lech Walesa.

Historic Cities of the Sea: A Musical Odyssey in the Mediterranean Featuring Renowned Mezzo-Soprano Frederica von Stade
June 13 - 22, 2012

Join us on a voyage that brings together magnificent musical performances in some of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful settings. Featuring special guest artist Frederica von Stade, described by the New York Times as “one of America’s finest artists and singers."