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Curated Itineraries

Every UF trip is carefully designed to showcase the culture, history, and highlights each destination—no stress, just unforgettable moments.

Built-in Gator Community

You're traveling with the Gator Nation. Discover the world while building lifelong connections rooted in orange and blue.

Expertly Managed Travel

Leave the planning to us. We partner with top-tier travel providers to ensure every detail is taken care of from start to finish.

The University of Florida Alumni Association (UFAA) Travel Program offers Gators a chance to explore the world with fellow alumni, combining exclusive travel experiences with the opportunity to connect and network. With expertly planned itineraries, personalized service, and the chance to revisit campus connections, it is the perfect way to travel, learn, and build lasting memories with fellow UF graduates. Here are just a few places we are going:

2025 Destinations
Vienna Christmas market in front of a palace lit up with holiday lights and festive stalls
Christkindlmärkte along the Danube
📅 December 1 – 9, 2025
📍 Vienna, Salzburg, and Nuremberg
Starting at $3,690

2026 Destinations
Penguins on Antarctic ice floes
Antarctica Discovery
📅 January 9 – January 20, 2026
📍 Antarctica, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands
Starting at $11,695
Aurora borealis over Iceland's winter landscape
Iceland & the Northern Lights
📅 January 17 to 25, 2026
📍 Reykjavík, Akureyri, Siglufjörður, Lake Mývatn
Starting at $4,495
Wolves in snowy Yellowstone landscape
The Wolves & Wildlife of Yellowstone
📅 January 17 – January 23, 2026
📍 Bozeman, Yellowstone, Jackson
Starting at $5,995
Oceania Riviera cruising through Milford Sound
Australia & New Zealand
📅 January 25 - February 8, 2026
📍 Auckland, Rotorua, Melbourne, Sydney
Starting at $5,699
Sea Cloud Spirit sailing through the Caribbean
The Luxurious Caribbean Sea
📅 February 1-9, 2026
📍 St. Maarten, Dominica, St. Lucia, Curaçao
Starting at $6,995
Lions and zebras in the Serengeti during the Great Migration
Tanzania Safari
📅 February 13 to 24, 2026
📍 Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Arusha
Starting at $8,495
Classic Panama Canal & Tropics
📅 April 4 - April 14, 2026
📍 Panama City, Cartagena, Montego Bay, Miami
Starting at $3,099
Quaint stone cottages in the Cotswolds countryside
Village Life® Cotswolds
📅 April 19 - April 27, 2026
📍 Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds
Starting at $4,495
Rivieras of France & Italy
📅 April 14 - April 23, 2026
📍 Barcelona, Nice, Portofino, Rome
Starting at $7,190
Heritage Adventurer cruising the Seto Inland Sea near Miyajima
Inland Sea of Japan & South Korea
📅 April 25 - May 7, 2026
📍 Kyoto, Hiroshima, Ulsan, Osaka
Starting at $8,495
Oceania Nautica cruising the Mediterranean Sea
Isles of the Mediterranean
📅 May 11 - May 22, 2026
📍 Athens, Santorini, Dubrovnik, Rome
Starting at $3,499
Exploris One sailing past the rugged Scottish coastline
Celtic Lands
📅 May 12 - May 21, 2026
📍 Honfleur, Dublin, Caernarfon, Skye
Starting at $8,495
World Traveller sailing along the Dalmatian Coast
Dalmatian Coast & Italy
📅 June 11 - June 20, 2026
📍 Dubrovnik, Kotor, Split, Venice
Starting at $7,495
World Navigator cruising the Baltic Sea past Scandinavian coastlines
Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea
📅 June 29 - July 10, 2026
📍 Stockholm, Tallinn, Copenhagen, Oslo
Starting at $8,495
Baltic Sea Discovery cruise Oceania Marina 2026
Baltic Sea Discovery
📅 July 10 - July 20, 2026
📍 Copenhagen, Lysekil, Helsinki, Stockholm
Starting at $3,499
Oceania Marina positioned for total solar eclipse viewing near Grundarfjordur
Visions of the Solar Eclipse
📅 July 30 - August 13, 2026
📍 Copenhagen, Oslo, Edinburgh, Reykjavik
Starting at $5,699
Star Seeker cruising through Alaska's Inside Passage with glacier views
Alaska's Glaciers and Inside Passage
📅 July 20 - July 27, 2026
📍 Juneau, Sitka, Wrangell, Vancouver
Starting at $6,995
Greek Islands & Turkish Coastlines
📅 September 10 - September 17, 2026
📍 Athens, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Santorini
Starting at $6,595
Vineyards and historic villages in Northern Italy
Flavors of Northern Italy
📅 September 11 - September 19, 2026
📍 Verona, Lago d'Iseo, Modena, Sirmione
Starting at $5,695
Riverboat cruising the Seine past Paris landmarks
Spectacular Seine River
📅 September 30 - October 8, 2026
📍 Paris, Giverny, Rouen, Honfleur
Starting at $4,995
Private jet over iconic global landmarks
Around the World by Private Jet
📅 September 13 - October 3, 2026
📍 London, Cairo, Delhi, Siem Reap
Starting at $94,999
Oceania Vista sailing along the Canadian Maritimes in autumn
Autumn Maritimes & Quebec
📅 September 14 - September 25, 2026
📍 New York, Halifax, Sydney, Montreal
Starting at $5,699
Festive decorations at Windsor Castle during the holiday season
A Royal English Christmas
📅 November 28 - December 6, 2026
📍 Bath, Cotswolds, Windsor, London
Starting at $6,495

More About the UF Travel Program

The University of Florida Alumni Association (UFAA) Travel Program offers Gators an exciting chance to explore the world while connecting with fellow alumni. Whether you're traveling to vibrant cities in Europe, exploring stunning landscapes in South America, or immersing yourself in the unique cultures of Asia, the program provides well-organized trips led by expert guides.

One of the best parts about traveling with UF is the opportunity to share these experiences with fellow Gators. Traveling with people who share your school spirit creates a sense of community and camaraderie, allowing you to form lasting friendships while exploring new places. Whether you're adventuring with old friends or meeting new ones, the connections made on these trips often extend well beyond the journey itself.

The UFAA Travel Program takes care of all the details, allowing you to relax and fully enjoy your trip without the stress of planning. It’s a great way to discover new destinations, create unforgettable memories, and have fun with a group of people who share the same Gator pride. Traveling with UF means you’re never alone on your adventure, making every trip even more special.

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