Day Trips & Travel
Join us as we explore the planet! Shelling at Bull Island; Italy's Amalfi Coast and Abruzzo cooking school; Atlanta's High Museum; Canoeing the Edisto; Costa Rica Ecoventure; Social Circle and Madison, Georgia are just a few recent excursions, always with a small group and a Furman escort. Let us do the planning while you enjoy the ride!
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Bass Rock Birds and lighthouse
Bass Rock, Scotland |
Suiting up for adventure excursion to Bass Rock; one of the ten wonders of the wildlife world. |
Denali National Park
at Mt. McKinley, Alaska |
"Abruzzo Cibus" palace and cooking school,
Carunchio, Italy |
Gathering Shells,
Bull Island, South Carolina |
Join us for your next adventure....
Italy: A Spring Journey to the Dolomites, the Veneto and Tuscany, May 2013 -
FULL
Joyce Moore and Donna Rogers
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It's time for another annual trip to Italy! This program will be 10 days touring three mostly off the beaten path areas of Italy. First explore Tuscany with visits to Cortona, the fishing villages of Lake Trasimeno and to Assisi, the home of St Francis. Next travel to Renaissance Urbino, home to the Duke of Montefeltro, renowned for his patronage of the arts, then to the tiny principality of San Marino before moving north for a stay in the Dolomites and some of the best scenery in the world! With visits to Bolzano and the villages of the Alta Adigio we will enjoy Spring in the Alps. Finally, spend time in the Veneto region with visits to the walled city of Padua, UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vicenza and its Palladian villas set in pretty white wine country and of course Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. Taken at a leisurely pace, we will enjoy these three distinct regions each known for their art, culture, scenery, food and wines. This tour is tailored for the first time visitor or the seasoned Italian traveler so come join us! No refunds.
Price per person, double occupancy, $3,450; single supplement, $450.
Bluff Mountain and the Upper New River, NC, June 1-2, 2013
Chumley Cope
(Easy, but active)
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The Bluff Mountain area is a protected preserve of the Nature Conservancy. Your small group will be guided on a wildflower hike through this rare, mountain bog environment that shelters numerous rare species. You will kayak on an upper portion of the New River to learn about the unique natural features of this northwestern NC river system. You’ll also participate in scenic drives as you explore the history and culture of Ashe County. Price includes all touring/activities; comfortable van transportation; accommodations at the Best Western Eldreth Inn, Jefferson, NC; kayak equipment and guide; all meals including dinner at the Shatley Springs Inn. No refunds.
EXC440 Sat.-Sun., June 1-2, depart from Furman DMC, $409 per person (double occupancy; single supplement $60).
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Sailing in the Caribbean, June 7-15, 2013 -
FULL
Ron Moede
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Come with our experienced captain and sailing instructor to cruise the British Virgin Islands, one of the world’s most desirable sailing destinations. Warm water, steady 75-85 degree days, and consistent trade winds make these enchanted islands the perfect sailing paradise. What a wonderful way to practice your basic skills or learn to sail bareboat style! Our small crew will arrive on Friday, settle in on the boat and attend the briefing to prepare for our Saturday morning departure from the marina. Spend 7 full days on a comfortable sailboat, operating the boat through crystal clear azure waters, island hopping among the pristine beaches and enjoying the local island night life. There will be time to snorkel, swim, relax and explore the islands. Little to no sailing experience is required. Partial provisioning allows you to try some local restaurants in the evening, while having the convenience of most meals and sleeping on the boat. No refunds.
Price per person based on double cabin occupancy $1,920; single supplement $1,516.
1963-2013: Celebrating 50 Years of Civil Rights in Birmingham, AL, September 19-21, 2013
Chumley Cope and Dr. Sean O'Rourke
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Join us for an evocative trip to Birmingham, Alabama as we learn about the Civil Rights movement and important events that catalyzed Birmingham and the nation in 1963. We will tour the acclaimed Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, visit the 16th Street Baptist Church, and enjoy excellent dining and accomodations. The expertise and insights of Furman faculty and civil rights scholar, Dr. Sean O'Rourke, will add depth of understanding to this unique tour. Price includes comfortable chartered motorcoach transportation from Furman, all scheduled entrances/activities, guide and concierge services throughout the trip, breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, and 2 nights lodging. Price does not include 1 lunch, alcohol, bus driver tip, miscellaneous personal expenditures, trip insurance. No refunds.
EXC441 Thur.-Sat., Sept. 19-21, depart from Furman DMC, $699 per person (double occupancy; single supplement $125)
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Southern Spain: Seveille, Grenada & the White Hill Towns, October 21-30, 2013
Chumley Cope, Beth Crews
Travel as a small group (14 travelers or fewer) to southern Spain – and the autonomous community of Andalusia. Enjoy 3-night visits to each of the royal cities, Granada and Seville, and explore by private vehicle the fabled White Hill towns of the region. Sample delicious foods, unearth layers of history, dance the flamenco, and inhale the wonderful vibe of this exotic region. Eight nights comfortable quality hotel accommodations in center-cities throughout the trip; airport shuttles; all ground transportation; all entrances/admissions/activities/ and guide services; all breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners with wine. Price does not include international airfare; optional city transportation (bus, metro, or taxi); some meals; travelers’ insurance; optional activities; tipping. No refunds.
Do not purchase flight tickets until the trip is a confirmed go with enough registrations.
INT481 Price per person $4,349 (double occupancy; single supplement $650)
Golf Cruise in the Antebellum South and Georgia's Golden Isles, November 14-21, 2013
Tom Triplitt
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Between Jacksonville, FL, and Charleston, SC, the Intracoastal Waterway is a grand highway that leads you to superb cultural attractions, fascinating historic sites, and wetlands and islands teeming with wildlife. During this seven day voyage, golfers will have opportunities to play at four renowned clubs. The ocean views from the Sea Island Golf Club remind many of the links at St. Andrews in Scotland. At the Links at Stono Ferry in Charleston, golfers enjoy the breeze of the Intracoastal Waterway as they test themselves on the heart-pounding back nine holes. The Club at Savannah Harbor boasts a four-star rating from Golf Digest and is ranked among the Top 100 of America's Golf Courses by Conde Nast Traveler. And outside Beaufort, South Carolina, the Secession Golf Club’s mandatory walking policy brings the game back to an earlier era. Non-golfers enjoy sights at Cumberland Island, St. Simon’s Island, Savannah, Beaufort, and Charleston. No refunds.
EXC442 Thur.-Thurs., Nov. 14-21, Price depends upon cabin chosen, from $3,995
On the Horizon: South American cruise (March 2014), National Parks of the Old West (July 2014)
