This trip is organized by Culver Academies for alumni and friends of the school, in partnership with Affinity Travel Co as the tour operator. You’ll be accompanied by three Culver Academy faculty hosts who provide educational context throughout the journey, plus a dedicated trip manager from Affinity Travel Co to handle logistics. Local guides in each city bring deep knowledge of WWI history and regional culture.

Your trip includes:

• 8 nights in 4-star and 5-star hotels
• Private minibus transportation with airport transfers
• Dedicated trip manager and Culver faculty hosts throughout
• All entrance fees and guided tours at WWI and cultural sites (Ghent, Ypres, Belleau Wood, Trier, and more)
• Meals: daily breakfast, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners with beverages (wine at welcome & farewell dinners)
• All gratuities for your driver and guide

Not included: International airfare; approximately 3 lunches and 3 dinners on free days; alcoholic beverages except where noted; personal expenses; and travel insurance (required).

The trip has a moderate activity level. Guests should be able to walk 3–4 miles over the course of a day without assistance, go up and down at least two flights of stairs unassisted, and stand for up to two hours at a time. You should be comfortable walking on uneven surfaces such as cobblestones, historic battlefields, and cemetery grounds. The pace is leisurely with rest breaks.

If you’re concerned about the activity level, please reach out to Katherine with Affinity Travel Co to discuss whether it’s the right fit.

Submit the online form and an Affinity Travel Co representative will contact you within 2 business days via email and phone. They’ll guide you through completing your registration and submitting your $500 deposit to secure your spot. Your booking is confirmed once the deposit is received.

Absolutely. Solo travelers are welcome. For guests not sharing a room, there is a single supplement of $1,180, bringing your total trip price to $8,175. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow Culver alumni and travelers throughout the journey.

Yes. While this trip is designed for Culver alumni, spouses, family members, friends, and other members of the Culver community are warmly welcomed. We encourage alumni to bring travel companions—Culver connection not required.

The minimum age is 18. You’re welcome to travel with adult children or grandchildren, but the trip is designed for adults and isn’t built for teenagers or families with small children.

Travel insurance is required for all participants for this exact reason. Your policy can protect you if illness, injury, family emergency, or other covered circumstances prevent you from traveling. Affinity Travel Co will assist you in filing any necessary claims with the insurance provider.

Payment schedule:

• $500 deposit – due at booking to confirm your spot
• $1,000 installment – due June 1, 2026
• $1,000 installment – due September 1, 2026
• Final balance – due December 1, 2026 (90 days prior to departure)

Cancellation policy:

• More than 180 days before departure: all monies paid minus the non-refundable deposit will be refunded
• Between 180 and 90 days: 50% of all monies paid minus the non-refundable deposit will be refunded; the other 50% (excluding deposit) is forfeited
• 90 days or less: all monies paid are non-refundable

Note: Travel insurance can provide reimbursement for covered cancellation reasons.

The minimum group size for the trip to run is 10 travelers. The maximum is 24. This size ensures personalized attention from your hosts and guides, and allows for meaningful connections among travelers.

International airfare is not included, but we can provide guidance on recommended arrival/departure times and airport logistics.

The tour is a combination of guided walking tours and private coach bus travel between cities and destinations.

You’ll have free time in Ghent, Reims, Trier, and Brussels to explore independently, shop, or relax. The itinerary typically includes free time most afternoons between approximately 4–6pm to freshen up or rest before dinner.

Yes—this can be arranged. We can assist with securing pre-night or post-night hotel reservations or planning a custom extension elsewhere in Europe. You’ll indicate interest during registration and Affinity Travel Co will reach out to coordinate.