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PLEASE NOTE: Shepherd University travel insurance is required for all national and international tours. Premier World Discovery or Collette travel protection plans are also available. 

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Tropical Costa Rica 

A perfect blend of adventure, ecology, and relaxation in Central America.
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March 9 – 17, 2026 

Costa Rica
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Reservation Deadline:
Deposit due by September 9, 2025
Departure From:
Washington, D.C. (alternative departures available)
Pricing (Per Person – If booked by Sept 9, 2025): 
Double $2,999 | Single $3,499 | Triple $2,969
Included Meals:
8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners
Deposit: $698 per person
Collette Travel Protection (Optional): $549
Trip Highlights: 
• San José & Coffee Plantation
• Arenal Volcano & Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge
• Organic Farm Experience & Lake Arenal Cruise
• Monteverde Cloud Forest
• Choice of Zipline or Hanging Bridges
• Beachfront stay in Guanacaste 

For more info and booking: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1360782
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Sunny Portugal:
Lisbon, the Algarve & Beyond

From cobblestone charm to coastal beauty, immerse yourself in the soul of Portugal with cultural excursions, flavorful cuisine, and breathtaking heritage sites. 

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May 17 – 26, 2026

Streets of Portugal____________________________________________
Reservation Deadline:
Deposit by November 18, 2025 to save $200 per person

Departure From:
Washington, D.C.

Pricing (Per Person – If booked by November 18, 2025): 
Double $4,399 | Single $5,099 | Triple $4,369
(Standard Rates: Double $4,599 | Single $5,299 | Triple $4,569)
Included Meals:
8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Deposit: $698
Collette Travel Protection (Optional): $549 
Trip Highlights: 
• Lisbon City Tour
• Choice of: “Calcadas” Walking Tour or “The Way of the Cod” Experience
• Historic Belém & UNESCO Heritage Sites
• Cork Factory Visit & the Alentejo Countryside
• Evora & Lagos
• Algarve Coast & Portimão
• Setúbal, Obidos, and the Portuguese Riviera
• Sintra with Choice of Palace Tour or Guided Walk 

 For more info and booking: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1360792 

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SPOTLIGHT ON SOUTH DAKOTA

Discover South Dakota: Native Voices, Historic Towns, Wild Beauty, and Monumental Landscapes
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JULY 17 – 23, 2026

South Dakota________________________________________
Reservation Deadline:
Deposit due by January 17, 2026
Departure From:
Washington, D.C.
 
Pricing (Per Person if Booked By January 17, 2026):
DOUBLE: $3,399 | SINGLE: $4,199 | TRIPLE: $3,369
Included Meals:
9 meals – 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Deposit:: $698 per person
Collette Travel Protection (Optional): $429
Trip Highlights: 
• Mount Rushmore
• Badlands National Park
• Wall Drug
• Deadwood
• Off-Road Jeep Safari at Custer State Park
• Crazy Horse Memorial
• Devils Tower National Monument

For more details and booking: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1362990

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Islands of New England

 A quintessential autumn journey through charming seaside towns and historic American landmarks.

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October 9 – 16, 2026

New England Lighthouse__________________________________
Reservation Deadline:
Deposit due by April 9, 2026

Departure From:
Washington, D.C.

Pricing (Per Person – If booked by Apr 9, 2026):
Double $3,999 | Single $4,899 | Triple $3,949
Included Meals:
7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

Deposit: $698 per person
Collette Travel Protection (Optional): $429 
Trip Highlights:
• Providence & Newport Mansion Tour
• Plymouth Harbor Lobster Trap Cruise
• Cape Cod, Nantucket & Martha’s Vineyard
• Kennedy Memorial, Whaling Museum
• Traditional New England Lobster Dinner

For more details and booking: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1360738 

 

Costa Rica in November 2014 included exciting tours, relaxing spa, and yoga twice a day.