Travel. Learn. Connect.
For more than 50 years, the Miami University Alumni Association's official travel program, Miami Explorers, has offered educational group travel experiences for alumni and friends. We partner with top-rated travel companies that specialize in creating unforgettable alumni travel itineraries featuring breathtaking destinations, expert local guides and high-quality accommodations. Some trip departures are exclusive to Miami Explorers, and some are shared with similar organizations. Choose from destinations around the globe and find your adventure!
Questions? Please call the Miami University Alumni Association travel line at (513) 529-1443 or email Kathryn Myles, Director of Alumni Relations and Alumni Travel, at kathryn.myles@MiamiOH.edu.
View 2025 Trips
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July 15, 2024 to July 26, 2024
Experience charm, history, and elegance from London to Copenhagen on this 10-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Marina. From England to Denmark and everywhere in between, this trip will lead you through secret tunnels, into towers and turrets, and behind the scenes of some of the world’s most fascinating towns. |
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July 27, 2024 to August 5, 2024
While many travel destinations rightfully claim unique charm, how many share the unicorn as their national animal? Experience the pure magic that is Scotland by cruising the infamous Loch Ness to Inverness, sampling heavenly spirits refined over centuries, and taking in the iconic music that illustrates the tales of this extraordinary land. |
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July 30, 2024 to August 10, 2024
Join us on a spectacular 10-night cruise through Norway and Denmark aboard Oceania Cruises’ Sirena. From Hamburg to Oslo, this voyage is filled with iconic landscapes that inspired Viking legends and fairytales alike. Discover majestic fjords, cascading waterfalls, stunning glaciers, imposing mountains, and idyllic islands and lighthouses. |
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August 1, 2024 to August 11, 2024
Immerse yourself in alluring history, awe-inspiring architecture, and the natural wonders of the world on this seven-night river cruise through Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands aboard Emerald Cruises’ Emerald Sun. |
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August 6, 2024 to August 21, 2024
Machu Picchu’s enigmatic ruins and the fascinating Galapagos Islands rank among South America’s greatest treasures, and a small group tour is the ideal way to experience both. |
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August 16, 2024 to August 27, 2024
Discover the bounty of Croatia on this incredible 10-night journey, including a seven-night Adriatic cruise! |
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August 16, 2024 to August 23, 2024
Join us for a summertime expedition through some of nature’s more secluded landscapes as we discover the remote inner reaches of Alaska’s Inside Passage aboard the 76-guest Chichagof Dream. |
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August 24, 2024 to September 11, 2024
Embark on an unforgettable journey as you travel the lands of the Vikings on this 18-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Nautica. This tour is filled with gorgeous green coasts, museums, and historic landmarks you don’t want to miss! |
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September 15, 2024 to September 26, 2024
Take it easy as you navigate majestic scenery and authentic charm on this 11-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Insignia. Explore Newport’s rich sailing history and admire the lighthouses on the shoreline. Take the Freedom Trail Walk in Boston to see our nation’s history on full display. |
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September 16, 2024 to September 28, 2024
Made famous by The New York Times best-seller Band of Brothers and the critically acclaimed miniseries that followed, the stories of the Easy Company members were immortalized by the National WWII Museum founder Stephen E. Ambrose. |
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September 17, 2024 to September 25, 2024
Cruise along the elegant and picturesque Danube from Passau to Budapest, exploring travel highlights of Central Europe's most glorious cities. |
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September 22, 2024 to September 29, 2024
Admire magnificent coastal scenery and discover nearly 2 centuries of North American innovation and maritime history on this one-of-a-kind cruise itinerary from Toronto to Milwaukee—featuring all 5 Great Lakes. |
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October 2, 2024 to October 10, 2024
Awaken your senses as you explore the French countryside, sailing the picturesque Rhône and Saône Rivers. |
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October 6, 2024 to October 18, 2024
Ireland delights on this full yet well-paced 13-day tour, showcasing its many charms – old and new – to your small band of travelers. Beginning in Dublin, visit Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the haunts of Ireland’s beloved literary sons. |
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October 7, 2024 to October 15, 2024
Our inaugural Pillars of Pride cruise to ancient Greece and Turkey explores the iconic stories of antiquity from an often-untold LGBTQ+ lens. |
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October 9, 2024 to October 18, 2024
Embrace the wonders of Switzerland and Italy on this eight-night journey! Stay in chic St. Moritz and lakeside Stresa, immersing yourself in these celebrated destinations. |
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October 17, 2024 to November 1, 2024
Spend two nights in Singapore, two nights in Bali, and eight nights cruising the islands of Indonesia, including Bali, Java, and Komodo Island on a luxury itinerary that blends nature, culture, and history. |
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October 18, 2024 to October 26, 2024
On this Balearic Sea adventure that combines a land program and an elegant cruise, experience the gems of Catalonia, starting with Girona, Northern Catalonia’s largest city. |
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November 3, 2024 to November 14, 2024
Take in art, architecture, history, and romance inspired by the Renaissance and the Enlightenment periods on this 10-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Riviera. Begin in timeless Rome and set sail along the sunny Mediterranean. |
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December 3, 2024 to December 11, 2024
Embrace the joyous Old-World holiday spirit in Germany and France on a seven-night, first-class Rhine River cruise! Explore enchanting, festive markets decked out for the holidays with twinkling lights and shop for handmade treasures. |
Upcoming Trips for 2025
Below is a preview of our 2025 sponsored trips. Please visit the trip links where applicable and check back for further updates.