International Travel Adventures

Crow Canyon offers unforgettable adventures for people who love to travel, explore other cultures, and delve into the mysteries of the human past. With top scholars as your trip leaders, privileged access to rarely visited places, and limited group sizes, each trip delivers a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Let our professional team handle all the details, so you can have all the fun! View the full Travel Catalog (PDF) online.

Questions? Call 800.422.8975, ext. 146, or e-mail travel@crowcanyon.org.

2009 Archaeology and Cultural Tours

The Modern Maya of Mexico: Connections to an Ancient Past

The ancient Maya people left a remarkable cultural legacy dating as far back as 1500 B.C.; today their descendants exemplify a modern culture related to, but quite different from, its ancient ancestors. Along with trips to major Classic sites, this NEW Crow Canyon educational travel itinerary includes first-time visits to Maya villages and shrines, cenotes (sinkholes), and archaeological sites in Yucatan and Campeche.

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March 6–15, 2009
Tuition: Donor* $5,100; Nondonor $5,300

The Treasures of Western Turkey: Archaeology, Art, and Culture

Discover a world where East and West meet in an amalgam of European and Oriental cultures. In this extraordinary tour, you’ll explore the rich cultural heritage and ancient art treasures of a land at the crossroads of history. Trace the birth and growth of civilization from Neolithic to Hittite, Greek, Roman, and Ottoman times as you explore amazing archaeological sites, many off the beaten path. Visit historical museums, churches, mosques, and modern markets.

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May 10–25, 2009
Tuition: Donor* $8,595; Nondonor $8,795

China’s Glorious Past: Caves, Temples, and Tombs

This archaeology tour ensures a memorable adventure for first-time or repeat visitors to China! Visit some of the most famous landmarks in the world: the awe-inspiring Great Wall of China, the magical Forbidden City, and the amazing legion of terra cotta warriors guarding Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi’s tomb. Journey to fascinating lesser-visited sites, including the 1,500-year-old Buddhist caves at Datong and the ancient temples at Taiyuan. On September 28 (as part of optional extension), observe the elaborate festival that will celebrate Confucious’s 2,559th birthday at the Confucious Temple in Qufu.

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September 13–26, 2009
Tuition: Donor* $7,475; Nondonor $7,675

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