Study Abroad for Adult Learners: Adriatic Treasures

Beautiful view of an ancient town by a river near the mountains

Montenegro • Croatia • Bosnia

with Dorrance Dean Alain-Philippe Durand and Professor Benjamin Jens

May 24 – June 2, 2026

The College of Humanities is pleased to announce a very special travel opportunity to its supporters in early summer of 2026, a highly customized journey led by Dorrance Dean Alain-Philippe Durand to a fascinating and vital, but little understood, corner of Europe. Our tour through the Adriatic and Balkan nations of Montenegro, Croatia, and Bosnia will provide deep insights on the region's ancient cultures, centuries-old traditions, and modern politics. But these are also places of incredible natural beauty, and as we move through the three nations, we will explore stunning coastal landscapes, rocky karst mountains, pretty wine regions, and isolated hill towns.

With stays in beautiful superior 4-star and 5-star hotels and excellent guides to provide true in-depth looks at towns, monasteries, and ancient ruins throughout the trip, we promise that your tour will be both comfortable and intellectually stimulating. Throw in private charter boat cruises and some memorable fine dining meals, and we know that you will not want to miss it. The tour will be limited to 25 travelers, so please register quickly in order to ensure your spot.

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Tour Highlights

Learn from College of Humanities experts and leaders with lectures and on-site commentary as we traverse beautiful sections of Montenegro, Croatia, and Bosnia.

Explore Montenegro's hidden monasteries, bright-tiled historic coastal towns, UNESCO-protected fortifications, and gorgeous protected bay while spending two days moving between Tivat, Kotor, Cetinje, and the countryside.

Relax during a beautiful sunset cruise on an elegant privately chartered yacht on the waters off the Montenegrin coast.

Spend two full days in and around the spectacular historic port city of Dubrovnik, a key strategic location since ancient times, damaged in Croatia's 1991 war for independence but lovingly and meticulously rebuilt.

Discover the surprising natural beauty and unique cultural and religious history of Bosnia-Herzegovina during a full day excursion from Dubrovnik, with special focus on the delightful old city of Mostar, whose medieval bridge became a symbol of the country's terrible 1990s war.

Taste delicious local oysters and white wine during a gently paced day trip to the Peljesac Peninsula outside Dubrovnik.

Marvel at the imposing ruins of the original palace of the Ancient Roman Emperor Diocletian, as well as the beautiful old town and waterfront promenades of the Croatian city of Split.

Sample a carefully planned variety of authentic local food throughout, dining in a mix of small local eateries and fine dining venues, while enjoying lovely accommodations at a superior 4-star hotel and two 5-star luxury hotels.