The Office of Alumnae at Converse College arranges Converse travel through three companies, Alumnae Holiday International, Collette Tours and Footstep Ministries. Please see the information below regarding upcoming group tours for Converse alumnae.

Please contact the Alumnae Office (864) 596-9058 for more information on how to reserve your spot today!

Travel Contact: Elizabeth Simons, Associate Director of Alumnae
Email: elizabeth.simons@converse.edu
Phone: (864) 596-9058

Scotland
August 9-18, 2009
Approximately $2,695 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.

Walk in the footsteps of William Wallace and Prince Charles Edward Stuart on this adventure showcasing the stunning countryside and fascinating history of Scotland! From Oban, travel to the Isle of Mull and its 13th century Duart Castle. Visit the Isle of Skye’s Armadale Castle to learn about ancient Gaelic life, and enjoy a drive through the scenic Highlands. Admire the charm of the Slate Islands, and journey through The Trossachs to view the “bonnie banks of Loch Lomond.” See the stately castle in Stirling and the monument to William Wallace, then venture into the surrounding area with excursions to St. Andrews, the Home of Golf, and the important port city Dundee. Conclude your discovery of Scottish history and culture with an excursion to Edinburgh.

For details, including pictures, accommodations, and reservations, visit the AHI Travel site.

Italy ~ Chianti and the Italian Riviera

June 23 – July 2, 2010
Approximately $2,695 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.

From the silvery olive groves of Tuscany to the turquoise seas of the Italian Riviera, Italy is a country that always delights. Embrace the best of these two storied regions on a unique travel program that allows you to explore Tuscany from your bases in Chianti and on the Levante coast. Travel the Chianti Road and discover the charm of Tuscan hill towns San Gimignano and Castellina. Embrace the glory of Florence. Wander through historic Siena and Lucca. In Carrara, discover the origin of the beautiful white marble that, for centuries, sculptors have turned into works of art. Your journey continues on the Italian Riviera, where you’ll discover delightful coastal towns of Sestri Levante, Santa Magherita and Portofino. Visit Portovenere and Vernazza in the Cinque Terre.

Peru, Featuring an overnight stay in Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca

February 8–18, 2010
Approximately $3,595 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.

Nestled in the misty Andes Mountains, Peru is a rugged, storied land where vast Incan civilizations once flourished and Spanish conquistadors ruled. Enjoy cosmopolitan and colonial Lima, with its historic Plaza Mayor, President’s Palace, landmark Cathedral, City Hall, and prestigious Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History. From Cuzco, the former capital and holy city of the Incan empire, visit the Kornicancha and Saycsahuaman temples, the ruins of Tambomachay, and Puka Pukara fortress. Journey to Ollantaytambo fortress, where giant monoliths crown a grand staircase, and the traditional Andean Indian village of Chinchero, with its colorful local market. Enjoy a spectacular rail journey from Cuzco to the beautiful city of Puno on the shore of Lake Titicaca. Marvel at the ruins in mesmerizing Machu Picchu. Cruise on scenic Lake Titicaca to the Floating Island of Los Uros and Isla Taquile for a truly unique experience. Join us on this exploration of history and culture for a travel experience you will never forget.