Alumni & Family Travel

Alumni & Family Travel
Overview

WELCOME TRAVELERS!

Whether you’re an Ole, parent of a current, former, or graduated student, friend of the college, or just stumbled upon us, we welcome you on St. Olaf Alumni & Family Travel.

Click on the interactive map, scroll down to see all our destinations, or use the menu to the right to view by time of year. We also invite you to take a look at a variety of resources (like travel insurance, a bunch of travel tips, and a Bucket List feature for you to see how St. Olaf can help you experience the world). Peruse Look Who’s Coming to see if any one you know is already on board.

Click on a region!

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Europe

With its scenic beauty, epic history, and dazzling artistic and culinary diversity, Europe is ready for you to explore.

Italy, ocean cruise

Oct. 27–Nov. 4, 2019

Explore ancient cities and alluring architecture as we set sail across the Ionian Sea.

netherlands

Holland and Belgium, river cruise

April 14–22, 2020

All inclusive river cruise led by David R. Anderson ’74 and Priscilla Paton

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Greece

Led by Jim May, Professor Emeritus of Classics, and Donna May, Retired Teacher

April 23-May 8, 2020

Spain

Spain, walking the Camino

June 13–28, 2020
Led by Gwen Barnes-Karol, Professor of Spanish

Walk the Camino de Santiago while learning about Spanish history, religions, culture, cuisine, and more.

Norway Hunderfossen

Norway: Multi-generational

July 5–16, 2020
For grandparents, parents, and kids

Featuring trolls, vikings, St. Olaf (the martyr) and the land of Anna, Elsa, and Olaf (the snowman!)

Restaurant tables in Oberammergau, Germany

Germany

Sept. 1–14, 2020

We’ll traverse Germany as we search out the distinctive aspects of its history and culture and take in the once-every-10-years Passion Play.

London theater

Theater in London

Sept 11–20, 2020

This popular program returns for another run!

Beautiful panoramic view of Tbilisi at sunset

Georgia

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Recently Completed Programs

Browse these recently completed programs for a sense of the breadth of our offerings.

France
Prague/Vienna/Budapest
Croatia
Scotland
Norway
Baltics

North and Central America

In addition to Canada, Mexico, and the United States, this region also includes Central America through Panama and contains an incredible variety of landscapes and people.

Brown Bear (Ursus arctos)

Alaska, expedition cruise

Aug. 17–24, 2019

Explore Southeast Alaska on a Lindblad-National Geographic expedition for an unrivaled experience with all Alaska has to offer.

Holbrook Costa Rica Sloth

Costa Rica

November 7–16, 2019

We invite you to explore glorious national parks and private reserves, and learn from the naturalists and conservationists who are stewards of these remarkable lands.

American Queen exterior

Mississippi River Cruise

December 6-14, 2020

A cruise with the American Queen Steamboat Company

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Recently Completed Programs

Browse these recently completed programs for a sense of the breadth of our offerings.

Baja California expedition cruise

Boundary Waters active adventure

Africa

A vast continent with many bustling cities and tremendous biological, geographical, and human diversity.

Morocco Downie camels in shadow

Morocco

Jan. 11–28, 2020

Morocco is a beautiful country with an amazing landscape and diverse population. Experience this geographic diversity and the wonderful people that live there.

Tanzania

Tanzania, safari

February 18–29, 2020 and February 28–Mar 10, 2020

Combine traditional wildlife viewing in 4-wheel drive vehicles and walking safaris with cultural interactions.

Pacific / Oceania

Unlike the continents, this region has a unique character because it’s bound by the ocean rather than land.

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Recently Completed Programs

Browse these recently completed programs for a sense of the breadth of our offerings.

New Zealand active adventure

Asia

The largest and most populous continent, Asia is well known for its bustling diverse metropolitan megacities as well as its sparse regions.

Borobudur

Borobudur and Bali

January 10-22, 2020
Optional extension Jan 22-25

Explore breathtaking landscapes, historic temples and the fascinating day-to-day culture of this less-traveled area of Asia.

Dome of the Rock in Israel

Israel & Palestine

June 5–18, 2020

Visit important biblical sites, engage in conversations with local scholars, and explore a variety of religious expressions.

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Japan

June 11–25, 2020

Join this farm and sea-to-table tour to understand why Japanese cuisine captivates chefs and food lovers around the world.

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Recently Completed Programs

Browse these recently completed programs for a sense of the breadth of our offerings.

Thailand and Laos

South America

A continent rich with cultural legacies and beautiful landscapes, South America is sure to impress.

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Recently Completed Programs

Browse these recently completed programs for a sense of the breadth of our offerings.

Chile and Argentina