Bucknell’s Travel Program for Alumni
Explore the world, experience new cultures and stay connected with fellow Bucknellians.
Bucknell's travel program for alumni offers world-class travel opportunities for members of the Bucknell family, including alumni, parents and friends.
Below, scope out our upcoming destinations and make plans to join us for an unforgettable travel experience.
Upcoming Trips in 2020
Encounter the history of the eastern Mediterranean. See the Monte Carlo Casino and the historical treasures of Rome. Stroll the cobblestone streets in Sorrento and see Santorini’s breathtaking volcanic seascapes. Visit the ruins of Ephesus and stroll through Mitilini—the “Garden of the Aegean.”
Travel with us to the Land of Enchantment to enjoy New Mexico's beautiful landscapes, history and architecture. Program highlights include the world famous Albuquerque Balloon festival. Witness the Mass Ascension as 500 hot hair balloons take the sky.
Journey to one of the most biologically unique places on earth. In a place where human presence is relatively minimal, take the opportunity to observe and photograph remarkable species up close, either sitting in midst of a colony of tropical penguins or snorkeling with playful sea lions.
Voyage through Vietnam and Cambodia, where lush landscape and centuries-old culture are harmoniously linked. From Vietnam's ancient pagodas and bustling harbors to the jungle-fringed temples of Cambodia, this program is a spectacular blend of Southeast Asia's ancient world and dynamic modernity.
Wander the fabled lands of pharaohs and kings--where colossal pyramids, legendary tombs and towering temples cascade across the terrain.
Upcoming Trips in 2021
Located 90 miles off the coast of Key West, Florida, Cuba is an island brimming with vibrant art, soulstirring music and villages cloaked in colonial charm. Travel with us to the largest Caribbean island nation and discover a country with a population as warm and scintillating as its tropical climate and colorful arts.
The Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s re-shaped the history of the United States and the world — leaving a legacy that is both vibrant and inspiring, but also fragile. Experience the people, places, and events that ignited change and defined a pivotal period in American history.
Explore exotic landscapes and cultures cruising Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean on an eighteen-night journey.
More details coming soon.
Celebrate the beauty of Holland and Flanders when vibrant spring tulip fields are in full bloom, the best time of year to visit. Join this comprehensive, nine-day journey and cruise for seven nights along the enchanting Dutch waterways.
Explore the storied legacies and dynamic cultures of coastal Portugal, Spain, France and England and commemorate the historic D-Day landings on this uniquely designed itinerary.
Embrace the enchanting and charismatic culture of Chianti. Meander through Tuscany’s colorful cities, cypress-studded hilltop towns, classic cucinas and idyllic vineyards during this small-group journey. Explore this Italian countryside that provides overwhelming inspiration for artists, chefs and vintners alike.
Discover the intriguing mélange of cultures that flourished in the wake of ancient empires on this exclusively chartered cruise to the shores of Italy, Sicily and Malta.
Experience the “City of Roses” and the Portland Rose Festival, an annual tradition dating back over 100 years. Unpack once and enjoy five nights in Portland to enjoy all that the city has to offer.
This extraordinary 11-day “Grand Tour” of Europe combines river, rail, lake and mountain travel and features Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands. Cruise along the Rhine River and Ride aboard three legendary railways—the Gornergrat Bahn, the Glacier Express and the Pilatus Railway.
Join us for this this well-paced sojourn through Canada’s glorious Rocky Mountains—highlighted by two days traveling aboard the Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf Service—with visits to the stunning areas of Lake Louise and Banff. Embrace the dynamic changes in scenery as you wind through lush green ranchlands and flowing river canyons surrounded by mountain peaks.
Cruise between nearly vertical rock walls and cobalt‑blue icebergs, discover snowcapped peaks, steep fjords and plunging waterfalls and be on the lookout for a staggering array of wildlife on this exceptional exploration of Alaska’s glaciers and the Inside Passage.
Join us for the opportunity to experience the lands and legacies forged by centuries of Baltic history. Explore the cultural rebirth of the Baltic states, the imperial riches of St. Petersburg and the luminous “White Nights of Summer” on this six-country, eight-night program.
Wind through the canyons and forested vistas of Cascadia on this seven-night journey. Sample farm-to-table dishes, enjoy peaceful riverfront parks and discover the history of frontiersmen along the way.
More details coming soon.
It’s likely you’ve come across the iconic image of a lone acacia stoically poised in a distant savannah sunset. Here is your opportunity to visit that breathtaking terrain and admire all East Africa has to offer. This 11-day journey of a lifetime provides exclusive access to reserves and national parks The Big 5—endangered black rhino, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and lion—call home.
Join us on this action packed, fun filled & historical adventure to the Wild West. Highlights include the incredible Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Custer State Park, Devil's Tower National Monument and much more.
Experience the provincial character of Dordogne for a week in Sarlat-la-Canéda. Discover the region’s charming villages, medieval castles and prehistoric treasures through specially arranged excursions and cultral enrichments.
Join us on a transformative journey into the sublime, sprawling wilderness of California’s national parks. With more national parks in the Golden State than anywhere in the nation, it’s home to some of our most iconic natural wonders—the highest waterfalls, largest trees and one of the deepest canyons.
Visit five countries and up to five UNESCO World Heritage sites on this exclusive journey to the cultural centers that inspired classical music’s Great Masters.
Cruise the ancient trade routes of Phoenician and Roman mariners and discover the cultural legacy of the most sophisticated civilization of the Middle Ages.
Immerse yourself in the essence of Italian life in the fabled Lake District for one full week, with charming accommodations in the heart of lovely Como at the Palace Hotel. Cruise by private boat on Lake Como, Lake Maggiore and Lake Orta.
Travel the early autumn shores of the Adriatic and Ionian Seas on this incredible ten-night trip.
More details coming soon.
Designated the first UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Galapagos Islands have been described as a “unique living museum and showcase of evolution.” They are home to a fascinating array of wildlife inhabiting an unspoiled ecosystem, living in harmony with their human visitors. Let our expert naturalists guide you through the wonders of this national park, whale sanctuary and marine reserve.
Join us on this incredible, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience. Enjoy firsthand the natural biodiversity of this UNESCO World Heritage‑designated archipelago, still intact much as it was when first encountered by happenstance in 1535.
Explore the paradisal islands, atolls and motus of French Polynesia on this uniquely designed nine-night voyage. Enjoy the unmatched small-ship sailing amidst the emerald green peaks, chalk-white atolls and beryl-blue lagoons of the Society Islands.
Join us for a unique immersion into the rich and exotic depths of India’s history, traditions, and nature—where thousands of years of civilization, contemporary locals and skilled artisans, and an abundance of intriguing wildlife fuse together on one incredible subcontinent.
Discover why the marvels of ancient Egypt have drawn visitors for millennia on this dynamic expedition. Traverse the Nile Valley like past adventurers and behold treasures of a fabled land of pharaohs and kings, including colossal pyramids and the Great Sphinx, iconic temples and legendary tombs.
San Antonio is known as the Alamo City. The city’s old-Spanish flavor, multi-cultural heritage, numerous parks and plazas, and the Riverwalk make it one of America’s more intriguing cities.
The Center for Alumni & Family Engagement
Location
Alumni House
90 University Ave.