On this spectacular voyage through diverse lands, experts will show you how these cultures have intertwined through special access to their treasures. Beginning in the Canaries, go behind the scenes of UNESCO-listed 16th- an 17th-century sites that showcase the fusion of colonial and indigenous architectural styles and traverse otherworldly volcanic landscapes with dramatic mountain backdrops.
In Morocco’s most intriguing cities such as Marrakesh, Tangier, Casablanca, and Rabat, discover myriad wonders, from a former pasha’s palace to Casablanca’s majestic, oceanside Hassan II Mosque. Crossing the Strait of Gibraltar, you’ll explore Gibraltar’s St. Michael’s Cave and encounter its famous Barbary macaques, Europe’s only wild monkeys, and go behind the scenes of its sprawling subterranean World War II fortress built by the British.
Finally, in Spain and Portugal, witness the legacy of maritime empires in Cádiz and Seville’s world-largest Gothic cathedral. In Jerez, you’ll sample traditional sherry, while the Algarve towns of Sagres and Lagos will offer insights into Portugal’s pioneering role in global exploration and trade. An optional Lisbon postlude is available
Join alumni, friends, and participants from cosponsoring association on this exceptional program. Please contact the Alumni Travel Study Program at 866-325-8664 or [email protected] for more details and to book now while choice accommodations are available.
