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Retrace sea lanes navigated by storied explorers Shackleton, Amundsen and Scott on a journey that includes 2 nights in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, Argentina, and a 9-night, 5-star cruise aboard the deluxe Ocean Victory. Be among the fortunate few to set foot on “The White Continent,” a legendary wilderness at the bottom of the globe. On this active, expedition-style program, witness wildlife-rich waters, where seabirds dive and dip, and keep an eye out for sea lions, pods of whales and rare dolphins from the comfort of your ship. Get up close to this pristine environment and towering ice sculptures during guided excursions accompanied by a knowledgeable expedition team. Aboard sturdy Zodiac crafts, cruise amid sapphire-hued icebergs, intricate ecosystems and abundant wildlife — including humpback whales, leopard seals and Adélie penguins. Experience the thrill of hiking onshore and kayaking around this rarely visited territory. As you travel, expert guides and speakers will share meaningful insights, while a professional Travel Director will manage the logistics.

With its extraordinary scenery, fascinating geology, and vibrant culture, Iceland offers a remarkable winter escape—and an opportunity to experience one of the world’s most distinctive landscapes during its most atmospheric season.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Search for the Northern Lights during one of the best times of year for viewing the aurora.
- Explore Iceland’s Golden Circle, including Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, and the erupting geysers of the Geysir geothermal area.
- Discover Reykjavík through its food culture on a guided culinary walk sampling Icelandic specialties.
- Enjoy a free day to explore at your own pace, whether relaxing in a geothermal spa, visiting museums, or venturing farther afield.
- Visit Gunnuhver Hot Springs on the Reykjanes Peninsula, where steaming vents and bubbling mud pools reveal Iceland’s volcanic power.

Program Highlights

• Explore the Atacama Desert, the driest place on Earth, where salt flats, flamingo-filled lagoons, and vividly colored valleys create a landscape unlike anywhere else.
• Discover Valparaíso, the UNESCO-listed port city known for its steep hills, historic funiculars, and vibrant street art culture.
• Experience Chile’s scenic Lake District, where volcanic peaks rise above glacial lakes and towns reflect a unique blend of Chilean and German heritage.
• Spend time in Patagonia’s Torres del Paine National Park, a spectacular wilderness of granite towers, glaciers, waterfalls, and abundant wildlife.

Yale Alumni Academy welcomes you on this remarkable program, Cruising New Zealand aboard Heritage Adventurer, featuring an outstanding lineup of expert speakers. The program takes place during one of New Zealand’s finest seasons, late summer to early autumn, when warm weather, clear skies, and a relaxed pace make exploration effortless.

It begins with an overnight stay in Queenstown, where dramatic mountain landscapes and a strong outdoor culture set the tone for the days ahead. From there, board the Kiwi owned and operated Heritage Adventurer for a nine-night voyage from Fiordland National Park to Auckland. The ship’s design and full Zodiac fleet provide access to remote shorelines, wildlife habitats, and sheltered waterways across the North, South, and Stewart Islands.

Along the way, participants can choose from a variety of excursions highlighting New Zealand’s most defining features, including glacial fiords, geothermal activity, Māori heritage, and native forests home to rare bird species. Expert study leaders provide lectures and informal discussions that enrich understanding of the landscapes and communities encountered.

Optional extensions in Queenstown and Auckland, including the Bay of Islands, are available for those wishing to continue exploring.

Experience the Eastern Caribbean as few travelers ever do—under sail, at an elegant pace, and aboard the legendary Sea Cloud II. This intimate voyage through the Lesser Antilles reveals a region of extraordinary beauty and layered history, boasting lush volcanic islands, manicured gardens, and vibrant cultures. Late March offers ideal sailing conditions: warm days, cooling trade winds, and calm seas. It is a season made for lingering ashore, savoring panoramic views, and returning each evening to the quiet luxury of life at sea.
The Sea Cloud II is not just transportation between islands; she is a destination unto herself. Watching the crew hand set 23 sails across her three masts and enjoying the understated elegance, attentive service, and the highest standards of modern luxury creates moments that are as memorable as any excursion.

Ashore, visit some of the most visually stunning and culturally rich islands in the Eastern Caribbean. Arrive in Sint Maarten for an overnight before embarking on a seven-night private charter of Sea Cloud II, stopping for full days on Martinique, Antigua, and Anguilla, and morning visits to the lush island of Dominica, known as the “Nature Isle,” and the volcanic island of Nevis, birthplace of Alexander Hamilton.

Excursions balance gentle adventure with cultural discovery and leisure, offering options at nearly every port of call so travelers can engage with the islands in a way that feels personal and at their pace. This is Caribbean travel planned to the perfect rhythm—guided by wind, enriched by history, and elevated by sailing on a vessel built for new and seasoned sailors alike.
 

Journey through the charming Cotswolds, the Heart of England and home to some of the country’s most scenic landscapes, filled with picturesque villages, rolling green hills and winding country lanes. From your home base in the first-class Queens Hotel in Cheltenham, embark on daily excursions, exploring grand properties and lovely countryside. At prestigious Oxford University, indulge in an exclusive after-hours tour of the Bodleian Library and Radcliffe Camera. At a local farm, learn about sustainability and foraging, harvest fresh vegetables from the garden and engage in a cooking lesson. Tour majestic Blenheim Palace and Sudeley Castle, stroll through lush gardens, and tread in Shakespeare’s footsteps in Stratford-upon-Avon. Discover the unique heritage of the local folk music scene at a village pub dinner where musicians will talk about music history and perform. Treat yourself to this unforgettable 7-night escape to England’s castles and countryside!

Join us aboard the intimate 18-cabin Queen Eleganza in the Adriatic Sea for a cruise along the spectacular Dalmatian Coast. Throughout history, Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, Ottomans, and Austrians have vied for control of this strategic coastline that is dotted with over 1,000 islands. In a region well worth exploring for its natural beauty alone, visit spellbinding archaeological sites, impressive castles, dramatic palaces, and ancient city centers.

Begin in Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana, a captivating city with history dating back to Roman times. Visit magical Lake Bled and its breath-taking scenery before continuing to Zadar, Croatia, to begin your seven-night Adriatic cruise calling at Trogir, Split, Hvar, Korčula, Mljet,and finally, at the magnificent walled city of Dubrovnik.
 

Discover the Scottish Highlands — with their mist-shrouded peaks, verdant glens and velvet moors — from the perspective of the Caledonian Canal aboard the classic, cozy Lord of the Glens. Immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery as your expedition ship cruises the canal — built in the early 1800s to connect the Great Glen’s four lochs — and navigates passages inaccessible to larger boats. On this unforgettable voyage, step inside ancient sacred abbeys and legendary castles; experience warm, welcoming cities, and glide alongside an untamable coastline. Stride across the battlefield at Culloden — where Bonnie Prince Charlie was dramatically defeated in 1746 — and discover Clava Cairns, a well-preserved Bronze Age cemetery. Take a train over the renowned viaduct to beautiful Glenfinnan. Search for marine animals and birdlife — including seals, whales, dolphins and seabirds — at Eigg, one of the Small Isles in the Inner Hebrides. Delight to Scottish dancers and whisky tastings, marvel at impressive nautical engineering and savor gorgeous views. This exclusive travel program takes you to destinations of wild beauty you’ll never forget.

In Rwanda, trek into the volcanic highlands of Volcanoes National Park for a privately guided encounter with endangered mountain gorillas — one of the most exclusive wildlife experiences in the world. Track golden monkeys through bamboo forests and explore the work of leading conservation scientists who are redefining what species protection looks like in the 21st century. Kigali adds modern context: a dynamic capital that reflects both resilience and forward-thinking leadership.

Then shift to Tanzania, where the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater deliver safari at its most iconic. Vast plains, exceptional predator sightings, and one of the planet’s last great migratory systems create wildlife viewing of remarkable scale and consistency. A visit to Oldupai Gorge places you at one of the most important paleoanthropological sites on Earth — a powerful reminder that these landscapes are not only biologically significant, but foundational to our understanding of human origins.