Travel/Trips

Travel with OLLI at Emory, Trips for Adults 50+

Travel with a Community

One of the best parts of traveling with OLLI at Emory is sharing the experience with others who enjoy learning, exploring, and discovering new places.

Our travel opportunities welcome adults 50+ from OLLI and the greater Atlanta community. Whether you travel with a friend, spouse or partner, or join us on your own, group travel is a wonderful way to meet new people and make new connections while creating memories along the way.

You don't have to be an OLLI member to travel with us—come for the destination and enjoy the journey with a welcoming community!

Booking Your Trip

All trips are offered and booked through the professional travel companies listed with each trip. Registration, payments, travel arrangements, cancellations, insurance, and questions regarding specific tour details should be handled directly with the designated travel company.

OLLI at Emory helps bring travelers together and shares these opportunities with our community, while the travel company manages the booking and travel arrangements for each trip.

Broadway and Beyond: New York City with Bill Nigut

March 19, 2027 - March 22, 2027

Experience the excitement, energy, and magic of Broadway with fellow OLLI members while enjoying world class performances, sightseeing, great food, and the camaraderie that makes OLLI trips so special. Bill Nigut brings his signature enthusiasm, storytelling, and love of theater to this unique group experience, making the journey even more engaging and fun.

Visit: Sign Up for an Educational Tour | Explorica. TourCenter ID: Tarpley-665 

Mackinac Island

July 16–24, 2027 | 9 Days

Experience the beauty, history, and charm of the Midwest on this 9-day journey with Collette Travel. From exciting Chicago to picturesque Mackinac Island and the fascinating history of Detroit, this trip offers a wonderful combination of sightseeing, culture, unique experiences, and time to enjoy each destination.

A highlight of the journey is two nights at the legendary Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, where automobiles give way to horse-drawn carriages and a more relaxed pace. Along the way, you'll experience beautiful gardens, historic landmarks, American innovation, music, local culture, and some of the Midwest's most memorable destinations.

Unique Experiences and Highlights:

• Spend two nights at the historic Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island.
• Experience Mackinac Island by horse-drawn carriage, a tradition on this car-free island.
• Explore Chicago, including iconic Millennium Park.
• Discover beautiful gardens and impressive works of art at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
• Step into America's history of innovation at The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.
• Explore Detroit's history and culture, including its legendary musical heritage.
• Enjoy a trip that blends history, architecture, gardens, culture, music, and scenic beauty.
• Share these experiences with a welcoming group of fellow travelers

This trip is operated by Collette, with reservations made directly through Collette. Collette Tour Reservation #: 1445219

America’s Cowboy Country

September 23–30, 2027

Experience the breathtaking landscapes, legendary landmarks, and rich history of the American West on this 8-day adventure through South Dakota and Wyoming. Journey through Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, Yellowstone National Park, and Grand Teton National Park, with unforgettable stops at Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Deadwood, Cody, and Jackson Hole.

Along the way, search for roaming bison, experience Yellowstone’s famous Old Faithful, explore the history and culture of the Old West, and cap off the journey with a covered-wagon ride and Western chuckwagon dinner with entertainment.

The tour includes round-trip airfare from Atlanta, hotel transfers, 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners. Book by March 23, 2027 and save $300 per person.

Come discover America’s Cowboy Country with Emory Continuing Education—spectacular scenery, fascinating history, and plenty of Western adventure!

This trip is operated by Collette, with reservations made directly through Collette. Collette Tour Reservation #: 1447356

For complete trip details, pricing, and online registration, visit the Collette tour page: America's Cowboy Country with Emory Continuing Education  

American Heritage Holiday

Featuring the Greenbrier Resort

December 3–10, 2027 | 8 Days

Celebrate the holiday season while experiencing some of America's most treasured historic destinations on this 8-day journey with Collette Travel. Travel through Washington, D.C., Virginia, and the beautiful mountains of West Virginia while enjoying American history, iconic landmarks, and the elegance of one of the country's most celebrated resorts.

A highlight of the journey is a two-night stay at The Greenbrier, the legendary resort nestled in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. Explore the resort on a guided history tour and enjoy its beautiful surroundings during the holiday season.

Unique Experiences and Highlights:

• Spend two nights at the historic Greenbrier Resort in the West Virginia mountains.
• Experience Washington, D.C.'s famous monuments and memorials during both daytime and twilight tours.
• Visit Arlington National Cemetery.
• Enjoy time to explore the renowned Smithsonian Museums.
• Visit Monticello, the historic home of Thomas Jefferson.
• Walk through the streets and grounds of Colonial Williamsburg and experience America's colonial past.
• Visit Mount Vernon, George Washington's historic Virginia estate.
• Enjoy a special tavern dinner, adding a taste of colonial tradition to the journey.
• Experience a wonderful combination of American history, holiday atmosphere, historic properties, and cultural landmarks.

This trip is operated by Collette, with reservations made directly through Collette. Collette Tour Reservation #: 1447407

For complete trip details, pricing, and online registration, visit the Collette tour page: American Heritage Holiday with Emory Continuing Education

Explore Tuscany

April 18–26, 2028 | 9 Days

Experience the beauty, flavors, history, and culture of Tuscany on this 9-day journey with Collette Travel. Rolling vineyards, medieval hill towns, magnificent cities, and authentic Italian experiences come together for an unforgettable introduction to one of Italy's most beloved regions.

Unpack and settle in for a seven-night stay in Montecatini Terme, a renowned Tuscan spa town that serves as your home base throughout the journey. From there, venture out to discover some of Tuscany's most celebrated destinations—without having to pack and change hotels every few days.

Unique Experiences and Highlights:

• Enjoy a seven-night stay in Montecatini Terme, giving you one comfortable home base for exploring Tuscany.
• Discover Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to extraordinary art, architecture, and history.
• Visit Pisa and see its world-famous landmarks.
• Explore the beautiful medieval city of Lucca and walk along its historic 16th-century walls.
• Visit a family-owned winery and experience Tuscany's celebrated wine culture.
• Take part in an authentic Italian cooking class.
• Visit a local cheese farm for another taste of Tuscan life and tradition.
• Explore San Gimignano, famous for its medieval towers, historic streets, and unforgettable Tuscan setting.
• Experience the region's beautiful vineyards, rolling countryside, medieval towns, food, wine, art, and culture.

This trip is operated by Collette, with reservations made directly through Collette. Collette Tour Reservation #: 1447415

For complete trip details, pricing, and online registration, visit the Collette tour page: Explore Tuscany with OLLI at Emory University Continuing Education