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!

Questions? Call 800.422.8975, ext. 160, or e-mail travel@crowcanyon.org.

2010 Archaeology and Cultural Tours

Sands of Time: The Archaeology and History of Syria

Through the ages, Syria has served as a strategic point of convergence for travelers, traders, pilgrims, and Crusaders, all of whom left their indelible mark on the history, landscape, and culture of the region.

Join art historian, experienced guide, and popular scholar Dr. Tarek Swelim as we explore the incomparable archaeological and historic treasures of Syria, including ancient stone temples, grand mosques, Crusader castles, and world-class museum collections. Optional pre- and post-trip extensions to Lebanon and Jordan. Read more.

October 23–November 3, 2010
Tuition: Member* $5,995; Nonmember $6,195

The Maya Past and Present of Chiapas, Mexico

The mountains and lush forests of Chiapas are homeland of the Maya, a people whose ancient past has long fascinated archaeologists and whose culture remains vibrant today.

Guided by archaeologist Christopher Powell and textile expert Walter Morris, we tour ancient Maya cities—including magnificent palaces, massive pyramid temples, and intricately carved stone stelae—and we visit modern highland villages to explore how the traditions and symbols of the ancient Maya are preserved in the customs, ceremonies, and textile art of the Maya people today. Read more.

December 2–12, 2010
Tuition: Member* $4,995; Nonmember $5,195

2011 Archaeology and Cultural Tours

Bolivia's Andes and Altiplano: Archaeology, Geography, and Culture

Located high in the central Andes, Bolivia's vast Altiplano is a land of stark beauty and deep tradition, whose early history reflected the influence of two major civilizations—the Tiwanaku and the Inca—and whose more-recent history was shaped by the forces of Spanish colonialism. Traverse Bolivia's high deserts, deep canyons, and rugged mountains as we tour spectacular archaeological sites, visit quaint Spanish colonial cities, and meet the indigenous peoples of the Andes. Itinerary also includes excursions to Lake Titicaca and the largest salt desert in the world. Read more.

April 2–17, 2011
Tuition: Member* $5,995; Nonmember $6,195

Available as an extension to this trip or as a stand-alone tour: Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, Peru, April 17–22, 2011

Civilizations of Central Mexico: The Aztecs and Their Predecessors

Embark on a fascinating archaeological tour of central Mexico's fabled past—from the Formative cultures of the first millennium B.C. to the mighty Aztec Empire of the fifteenth century A.D. Our itinerary includes in-depth tours of Teotihuacan, Cantona, Teotenango, and other spectacular archaeological sites, visits to world-class museums, and many opportunities to engage scholars in thought-provoking discussions on Mesoamerican art, architecture, and culture. Read more.

June 8–18, 2011
Tuition: Member* $4,995; Nonmember $5,195

Optional extension in Mexico City, June 18–19, 2011

Paleothithic to Present: Oman, the Jewel of Arabia

Nestled in the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula is the Sultanate of Oman, the legendary land of frankincense. Only recently has archaeological research begun shedding light on Oman's distant past—from the first arrival of humans some 125,000 years ago to the development of a flourishing trading culture during medieval times. In this extraordinary archaeological and historical tour, we explore Iron Age tombs, ancient frankincense trading centers, and the "lost" city of Ubar, all while enjoying the traditional hospitality of the Arab people. Read more.

November 6–18, 2011
Tuition: Member* $7,995; Nonmember $8,195

Optional extension to the United Arab Emirates, November 18–22, 2011

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