Travel

FLAVORS OF NORTHERN ITALY
(9 days)

DATES: May 1 – 9, 2026

Embark upon a cultural and gastronomic journey to the enchanting region of Northern Italy—an area renowned for spectacular landscapes, world-class wine, and a rich heritage. This meticulously crafted itinerary offers the unique opportunity to live like a local, featuring guided tours, private artisan visits and tastings, and the ability to deeply connect with the beauty of Northern Italy’s culture, cuisine and gracious hospitality.

(12 days – for recent graduates of UNC Charlotte)

DATES: May 24 – June 4, 2026

Celebrate your graduation with 17 days of European adventure! Explore London’s pubs, bask on Greek beaches, and marvel at icons like Paris’s Notre Dame and Athens’ Parthenon. From thrilling moments to cultural immersion, this trip offers unforgettable experiences, new friendships, and memories to last a lifetime. Europe awaits—are you ready?.

(9 days – Santorini, Mykonos, Athens)

DATES: June 13 – 21, 2026

You have been dreaming about sun-kissed beaches, breath-taking coastal views, or to be more specific: the Greek Islands of Mykonos and Santorini. Get ready to discover archaeological treasures, history and culture – not to forget, delicious Mediterranean foods. Unearth myths and legends of ancient Athens, visit the magnificent Acropolis, and wander the paths of Plato, Socrates and Sophocles. This is your bucket list trip and now is the time to make dreams come true!

(5 days)

DATES: November 25 – 29, 2026

Escape to the breathtaking Land of Fire & Ice, where adventure awaits at every turn. Feel the thunder of Gullfoss, an awe-inspiring waterfall plunging into a rugged canyon. Watch the Strokkur geyser erupt every few minutes, shooting boiling water high into the sky. Stand between continents at Thingvellir National Park, where you can walk along a dramatic rift valley. Relax in the surreal Blue Lagoon, surrounded by black lava fields, and let its mineral-rich waters melt your stress away. As night falls, keep your eyes peeled for the mesmerizing Northern Lights dancing overhead. This is Iceland like you’ve never seen it.

(12 days)

DATES: September 15 – 26, 2026

Join us on a transformative wildlife safari through the heart of East Africa, the backdrop to the year-round migration of grazing herbivores that traverse the Serengeti Plains. Here, exploration is rewarded with insight, and every experience provides memories that resonate over a lifetime. With exceptional access to national parks and reserves, you’ll witness spectacular wildlife, colorful local traditions, and endless, sun-drenched savannas of Tanzania during this epic 12-day journey.

(9 days)

DATES: October 6 – 14, 2026

Enjoy seven nights onboard Amadeus Provence, an ultra-modern, environmentally friendly, premium river ship.  Survey the region’s history with tours of Beaune’s Hôtel Dieu and Caves Patriarche, Lyon’s Fourvière Hill, and more. Join an intimate, hands-on cooking class with a professional French baker to produce traditional baguettes in a boulangerie. Tour the Village of Fleurie with an exclusive wine experience at family-owned Château de Chasselas on 12 hectares of vines located in the Burgundy and Beaujolais wine regions. Visit a goat farm in the Mâconnais countryside to learn about cheese production and sustainability.

(19 days)

DATES: March 13 – 31, 2027

This epic adventure blends the best of both nations: iconic landscapes, vibrant cities, remarkable wildlife, and meaningful encounters that illuminate the spirit of these lands and their people. Carefully selected accommodations, most meals included and exclusive experiences throughout ensure both comfort and discovery at every stage of this remarkable journey.