Michigan football is back!

Coach Rod and our boys in blue are having a great football season so far, and at the end of a successful season, nothing is more exciting than rooting U-M onto a victory in a bowl game!

When Michigan is invited to a post-season bowl game, the Alumni Association offers the only Official U-M Bowl Tour and Tailgate experience. These members-only tour packages put you right in the middle of the action and give Alumni Association members extras not available to other travelers, including an exciting pep rally, access to other exclusive events and more. At the Alumni Association we strive to create more than just a trip—it is the ultimate bowl game experience!

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Frequently asked questions and answers regarding the Official U-M Bowl Tour and Tailgate are available below.

Not a member? Current Alumni Association members – applications will be given priority at time of bowl game selection. Join now to make sure you’re not left at home when the Wolverines hit the road.

In Partnership with Conlin Athletic Tours

Conlin Athletic Tours has one important goal: to be the best there is in athletic tours, offering the exceptional quality reflective of your high standards. The Alumni Association of the University of Michigan is proud to partner with Conlin Athletic Tours as the exclusive University of Michigan Alumni Athletic Tour Operator.

Bowl Tour Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who can travel on the Official U-M Bowl Tour?

A: The Official U-M Bowl Tour is for Alumni Association members only. Not a member? Don’t worry, all U-M fans are eligible to join the Alumni Association. Click to join.

If you’re not a member already when you register for the Official U-M Bowl Tour, the annual membership dues will automatically be added to the cost of your travel package. If demand for the Official U-M Bowl Tour exceeds the number of spots available, then priority will go to those individuals who are already current Alumni Association members as of 12 p.m. ET the day the bowl selections are announced.

Q: I want to go on the bowl tour. What should I do?

A: Once we know what bowl tour we’ll be traveling to, complete an online application with our partner—Conlin Athletic Tours at www.michigansportstours.com.

You may also call Conlin Athletic Tours at 877.GOBLUE1. The phones are staffed Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ET.

All applications for the Official U-M Bowl Tour require your Alumni ID number. The number begins with at least three 0s or three 9s. You can locate your Alumni Association ID number in the following locations:

• On your membership card
• On the mailing panel of most Alumni Association mailings
• In the yellow box on the mailing panel of Michigan Alumnus magazine
• In the top part of the e-TrueBlue e-newsletter sent weekly to AAUM members

You can also get your Alumni ID number by contacting the Alumni Association Customer Relations Department at 800.847.4764 or m.alumni@umich.edu. Please note that the Alumni Association offices are open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ET.

If you cannot find your Alumni ID number, you can still fill out an application, but we will verify Alumni Association membership. This may delay the processing of your application.

Q: Will I be able to get bowl game tickets through the Alumni Association?

A: The Alumni Association will sell a variety of bowl game tour packages, and all packages will include game tickets.

Q: Why should I travel on the tour?

A: The Alumni Association offers the Official University of Michigan Bowl Tour. Traveling with the Alumni Association provides the convenience, reputation and peace-of-mind needed to allow you to focus on enjoying yourself and cheering U-M onto a bowl game victory. The Alumni Association has years of experience offering athletic tours and is the only Official University of Michigan Bowl Tour operator.

Our packages include:

• Variety of tour options, including air-inclusive and land-only
• Deluxe hotel with wonderful amenities and great location
• Game tickets
• Exclusive U-M souvenir package
• Official U-M pre-game tailgate loaded with Michigan spirit and fun for the entire family
• U-M Pep Rally, including players and the Michigan Marching Band
• Post-game victory dinner
• Optional excursions
• The camaraderie and spirit of traveling with fellow Michigan fans

Q: I will be traveling to the game on my own or live in the bowl game area, so in what Alumni Association events can I participate?

A: The Alumni Association will host a pre-game tailgate that is open to all U-M fans and friends. Tailgate tickets may be purchased online or by calling the Alumni Association at 800.847.4764. Although a limited number of tailgate tickets may be available on-site, we highly recommend you order your tickets in advance.

Watch www.umalumni.com/bowl for additional details and events.

Q: I am part of the Victor’s Club and/or a season ticket holder. May I purchase my game tickets through the Office of Athletics?

A: Yes. Victor’s Club members and season ticket holders on our tour may choose to purchase bowl game tickets directly through the Athletic Department. To place an order with the Athletic Department, visit www.mgoblue.com or call 734.764.0247.

Q: My question is not answered here. Who should I contact?

A: All tour reservation questions should go to our travel partner – Conlin Athletic Tours. They can be reached at www.michigansportstours.com or call 877.GOBLUE1, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. ET.

All other questions may be directed to the Alumni Association. We can be reached at www.umalumni.com, 800.847.4764 or m.alumni@umich.edu, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. ET.