Community Education Travel Extended Tours

Desert Oasis Death Valley & Joshua Tree National Parks
January 26 - February 3, 2025
February 2 - 10, 2025

Explore America’s most beautiful deserts as you travel from Las Vegas to Palm Springs. Take in the otherworldly landscapes of Death Valley and Joshua Tree National Parks featuring huge sand dunes, technicolor rocks and canyons, majestic mountain peaks, rare wildlife, badlands, salt flats and more! Download the brochure here.

Hawaii
January 28 - February 7, 2025
February 4 - 14, 2025
November 4 - 14, 2025

Leave winter behind and head to paradise on earth – Hawaii! These emerald isles in the midst of expansive Pacific blue provide the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. Hallmark of this first class trip is comfortable pacing with many intriguing attractions balanced with ample amounts of free time to absorb the beauty that is Hawaii. Download the brochure here.

Florida Keys
February 3 - 10, 2025
February 10 - 17, 2025

The lush tropical climate combined with interesting attractions, fine cuisine and beautiful Floridian hotel properties are just the cure for cabin fever. Gorgeous seascapes will unfold as you travel the Overseas Highway through Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine Key and then on to Key West – the southernmost city in the continental United States. Download the brochure here.

Savannah & Charleston
March 4 - 11, 2025
March 25 - April 1, 2025
October 19 - 26, 2025

Spring is in full bloom with gardens ablaze in color, grass and trees freshly green and warmth provided by the southern sun. This first class trip features elegant hotels, superb cuisine and a variety of quality attractions. The comfortable, well-paced itinerary with periods of free time provides the perfect opportunity to fully appreciate the charm of each community. Download the brochure here.

New Orleans
March 9 - 13, 2025
April 6 - 10, 2025

New Orleans is one of the world's most fascinating cities. Steeped in a history of influences from Europe, the Caribbean, Africa and beyond, it's a brilliant mosaic of culture, food and music. Come down and experience one of America's most culturally and historically rich destinations with American Classic Tours, and let us introduce you to all of New Orleans’ greatest charms. Download the brochure here.

Springtime In San Antonio
March 24 - 28, 2025

San Antonio celebrates its Spanish colonial heritage through historic architecture, delicious cuisine, lively music, lore & legend. Savor the sites along the world famous Riverwalk – home to lush vegetation, fine restaurants and charming foot bridges all along the winding San Antonio River. Highlights: Four night stay on the scenic Riverwalk, cruise along the Riverwalk, the Alamo, San Jose Mission (1718), National Museum of the Pacific War, special behind-the-scenes-tour of SeaWorld San Antonio, and more! Download the brochure here.

Washington DC
March 31 - April 5, 2025
April 21 - 26, 2025

Discover our nation’s beautiful capital city in all it’s elegance! Traverse the city's iconic memorials and landmarks on a captivating guided tour, delving into the nation's past. Discover the transformative power of the Bible at the Museum of the Bible, experience the history of Ford's Theater, and cruise the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Dive into the Smithsonian's treasures and relish a Georgetown evening, concluding with a poignant visit to Arlington National Cemetery. Download the brochure here.

Smoky Mountain Springtime
April 21 - 27, 2025
May 12 - 18, 2025

Stroll colorful gardens during Biltmore Estate’s annual Festival of Flowers. Spring awakens the heady scents and glorious sights as blooms burst forth from a variety of flowers which add pastel colors to the garden’s palette. Visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy great entertainment at America’s # 1 theme park – Dollywood and relax at Dolly Parton’s beautiful DreamMore Resort in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Experience the excitement of Nashville at the Country Music Hall of Fame, Grand Ole Opry and the amazing Opryland Hotel! Download the brochure here.

California Coast
April 24 - May 2, 2025

Journey on the world’s most famous scenic highway to discover the magnificent California Coast featuring an unforgettable, endless panorama of Pacific Coastline scenes. See California’s towering, coastal cliffs, enjoy views of the beautiful, blue ocean expanse, and visit The Golden State’s iconic cities and charming seaside villages as you make your California Dreams a reality on Highway 1. Download the brochure here.

Black Hills & Badlands
May 8 - 14, 2025
June 5 - 11, 2025
September 5 - 11, 2025

Saddle up for an adventure to America’s Old Wild West – the Black Hills of South Dakota. Rugged hills covered with pine forests, grasslands with herds of pronghorn and buffalo, desert canyons with dramatic rock formations, cowboy songs and Native American legends – this is the romance of the Old West that still lives on. A special feature will be a four night stay at the historic Custer State Park Game Lodge. Download the brochure here.

Holland Tulip Festival
May 8 - 10, 2025

Tiptoe through the tulips with us next spring! The Tulip Time Festival is an annual event in Holland, Michigan – the center of Dutch culture in America. From reserved seats see the Muziek parade featuring street scrubbers in Dutch costumes & wooden shoes, floats and bands. Enjoy a guided tour of Holland with its tulip-lined streets and authentic windmill. Download the brochure here.

NYC Spring Theatre
May 14 - 18, 2025
May 21 - 25, 2025

Highlights of this American Classic Tour include: 4 night stay at the lovely Sheraton Manhattan, 3 Broadway Shows, guided city tour including Central Park, Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Times Square, Ground Zero, Lower Manhattan, Greenwich Village, Soho, Financial District, Wall Street, Chinatown, September 11th Memorial and more! Download the brochure here.

Southwest National Parks
May 15 - 23, 2025
September 25 - October 3, 2025
October 16 - 24, 2025

Marvel at the natural beauty of the American Southwest on this exceptionally designed, well-paced trip. Take in the beauty of the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Monument Valley, Lake Powell, and Dead Horse State Park. Around every bend is a picture postcard scene more breathtaking than the last. Download the brochure here.

Columbia River Cruise
May 18 - 26, 2025

Uncover a wealth of natural, awe-inspiring beauty and iconic destinations that will take your breath away as you cruise the Columbia and Snake Rivers aboard the American Queen Steamboat Company’s American Empress from Astoria, Oregon to Clarkston, Washington. Enjoy your American Empress deluxe stateroom with private veranda, amenities and services, fine dining, professional entertainment, and shore excursions. Trace the footsteps of Lewis and Clark on this uniquely American river cruise of the Pacific Northwest! Download the brochure here.

California National Parks: Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
May 21 - 28, 2025
September 3 - 10, 2025

Discover the magnificent scenery of northern California at Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Cross the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains. Marvel at Yosemite’s incredibly rugged landscape of deep canyons and lofty mountains including El Capitan, Glacial Point and Half Dome. View the cascading waterfalls of Vernal, Bridal Veil and Yosemite. Download the brochure here.

Colorado Trains
May 22 - 31, 2025
September 25 - October 4, 2025

This special getaway features not one, but FIVE spectacular train excursions throughout Colorado’s Rocky Mountains & Utah’s Red Rock Country: Durango & Silverton Railroad; Cumbres & Toltec Steam Rail, Royal Gorge Train; Pikes Peak Cog Railway and the Rocky Mountaineer Train. Join us for a refreshing Rocky Mountain High on board these spectacular train excursions! Download the brochure here.

American Liberty
May 24 - June 1, 2025
October 18 - 25, 2025

Embark on a journey through American history. Visit Philadelphia, Valley Forge and Gettysburg. Discover the charm of Monticello and Jamestown before exploring the colonial past at Yorktown and Williamsburg. Uncover the legacy of George Washington at Mount Vernon and culminate your adventure in Washington D.C., where an all-day guided tour unveils the nation's treasures. This historical odyssey concludes at Arlington National Cemetery, a poignant tribute to America's heroes. Download the brochure here.

Mackinac Island
May 29 - June 3, 2025
June 4 - 9, 2025
August 25 - 30, 2025

Experience a landmark of Victorian elegance and charm – the Grand Hotel of Mackinac Island. Listen to the harpist at afternoon tea. Unwind in a rocking chair on the magnificent porch lined with giant American flags and cheery red geraniums. Savor fine dining while a stringed ensemble provides pleasant background music. Relish the tradition of horse drawn carriage rides around the island. Download the brochure here.

Cape Cod
May 31 - June 6, 2025
September 6 -  12, 2025
September 13- 19, 2025

Come along with us as we visit beautiful Cape Cod. A guided tour of this pine-scented peninsula will highlight bustling harbors, sea captain homes, and the Cape Cod National Seashore with its pristine beaches and windswept dunes. Visit Hyannis, home of the Kennedy family. Approach land’s end at Provincetown, a haven for artists and fishermen. Enjoy a Dune Excursion Ride. Treat your taste buds to a lobster dinner in Hyannis. Join us on this American Classic Tour to Cape Cod and Boston! Download the brochure here.