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Cruising the Canary Islands & Madeira, Morocco, Gibraltar

April 7-15, 2009

Journey along sea routes once plied by Phoenician triremes and Roman galleys to the sun-washed Canary Islands, the verdant isle of Madeira, the fabled coast of Morocco and the fortress-like bastion of Gibraltar. Admire the Spanish-Colonial architecture and dramatic scenery of the islands of Tenerife and La Palma, formed millions of years ago through the activity of submarine volcanoes. On the verdant paradise of Madeira, taste the island’s full-bodied, namesake wine and view the stunning cliffs of Cabo Girão. Discover the exotic allure of cosmopolitan Casablanca, stroll through the lanes of imperial Rabat and explore the storied British Crown Colony of Gibraltar, “Gateway to the Mediterranean.” Throughout your voyage, travel aboard the exclusively chartered M.S. LeDiamant, a deluxe vessel that provides a memorable small-ship experience. You may enhance your travel experience with an exclusive Madrid Pre-Program Option and a Post-Program Option featuring the Moorish monuments of Granada and Seville. Excursions include: Full-day excursion on the island of Tenerife, renowned for its exceptional Spanish colonial architecture and the stunning scenery of Mt. Teide; Excursion on the island of La Palma, including a visit to the Caldera de Taburiente, a vast crater, and the Mirador la Concepción to enjoy spectacular views of the “Pretty Isle”; Tour of Funchal, capital of the beautiful Portuguese island of Madeira, featuring a visit to a Madeira wine lodge; Excursion on Madeira Island, featuring the mountains of Pico Reuivo, the stunning cliffs of Cabo Girão and the fishing village of Camara del Lobos, a favorite retreat of Sir Winston Churchill; Excursion in Morocco to the Imperial capital of Rabat and the cosmopolitan city of Casablanca; Half-day tour of the British Crown Colony of Gibralter.

Cost: from approximately $2,795 per person (plus airfare).

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If you have traveled with the Auburn Alumni Association War Eagle Travelers Program in the past, you will receive information on upcoming trips. If you have not traveled with us in the past and would like to receive trip information, please contact Miriam Sanders.

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Contact Miriam Sanders 334-844-1143 e-mail
Or Tanja Matthews '92 334-844-1113 e-mail