Adventure awaits! Join us on a regional excursion or wander farther afield on one of our international tours. Whether you’re seeing the world or staying closer to home, there’s always something new to discover – together. We regularly schedule new trips, so check back often.
International Travel
Get your passports ready for these upcoming European adventures.
International travel reservations are first come, first served. Registration is not part of the OLLI online system, see registration details with trip information. Membership is not required to take part in international trips.
Members may enjoy coupling travel with our trip-related courses. See the trip details for course titles we recommend.
Scotland 2028 Information Session
Wednesday, September 23, 3 p.m.
Highland “Hairy” Coo: Eric Welch on Unsplash | Eilean Donan Castle: Åsa K from Pixabay
Pack your bags, we’re heading to Scotland in May 2028!
You asked us to develop an OLLI trip to Scotland, and we have a great trip planned for you. We’ll spend a few days in Edinburgh, then move on to St. Andrews, head north into the Highlands and Inverness, make the important stop at Loch Ness, and then move on to the west coast in the Oban Region to visit Glencoe, the Isle of Mull (with great wildlife), and Iona, a spiritual center for centuries. We’ll finish our trip in Glasgow’s fantastic museums and botanical gardens.
Get all your questions answered from itinerary to pricing at our Information Session on Sept. 23. In person at Wishcamper Center, room 133, or join online via Zoom. Drop in, no need to register. Questions? Email Donna Anderson.
Why wait to travel?
OLLI is offering two international trips in 2027: Amsterdam and Greece. Read details below. Limited space remains available, so sign up to join us! Watch the 2027 orientation recording.
Image from History Extra, BBC
Limited seats remaining!
An England experience only its literary greats can provide. The tour includes:
- London, home of Shakespeare’s Globe Theater, the Dickens Museum, Sherlock Holmes’ 221B Baker Street, Westminster Abbey and the Poets’ Corner, the British Library, and Churchill’s War Room – the birthplace of Cold War spy novelists.
- Chawton and Bath: Jane Austen’s homes and the beautiful city of Bath with its Roman baths and 18th century architectural masterpieces.
- Stratford-upon-Avon: The town where Shakespeare was born, married, and died – we’ll visit his home and gardens.
- Oxford: A richly historical university town with medieval colleges as well as pubs frequented by the Inklings – JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis – and by Colin Dexter, whose Inspector Morse novels (and TV spin-offs) are set in Oxford.
- Winchester: Walk on the streets of this medieval city, visiting King Arthur’s Round Table and Jane Austen’s grave.
Plus an optional 3-day excursion to the beautiful Lake District where we’ll visit Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage and cruise on Lake Windermere, followed by a visit to the Bronte Parsonage in Haworth.
Read the full itinerary on the EF Go Ahead website (opens in a new tab).
Pricing ranges from $4,659 to $6,938 based on occupancy. All travelers must purchase an insurance package. Additional costs for excursions may apply.
Trip registration information (Word document)
Take a Course Before You Go
Couple your journey with one (or all) of these spring offerings. See our course page for details. Courses not required to join the trip.
- From the Crown to the Ground: English History & Seven Literary Greats Dive into seven historical literary periods including kings and queens, political rivalries, literary and artistic trends, and a glimpse of everyday life on the farm and in cities. (course)
- From Penny Lane to Willesden Green: English Songs of Love & Dissent Explore songs from traditional 18th century ballads to contemporary works. Listen, look, and share thoughts about songwriters who express their feelings for England through music. (workshop)
- Sherlock Holmes: The Devil’s Foot Delve into one of Sherlock’s timeless mysteries set in the Cornish countryside. (workshop)
Photo courtesy EF Go Ahead Tours
Join OLLI on a guided tour of Dutch gardens, landscapes, and arts. We will spend four nights in an Amsterdam hotel and take day trips including a water cruise of the city focused on its history and art, as well as a tour of the 70-acre Keukenhof Gardens where millions of flowers bloom. Spend free time in Amsterdam or sign on for extra tours.
Trip Highlights
- A sightseeing tour of Amsterdam on the water. Cruise by icons like the Dutch National Opera house, reflect on the city’s history, and see the narrowest houses in Amsterdam and the “flower bikes.” Disembark for a stroll through the Van Gogh Museum.
- Visit the Keukenhof Gardens where more than 7 million flowers grow on 70 acres. With a stop at the Aalsmeer Flower Auction.
- Add-ons available:
- Enjoy free time in Amsterdam or select to add excursions like a Food of Amsterdam Walking Tour.
- Spend a day in Delft, home of Johannes Vermeer.
- Take a trip to the Dutch countryside and the Hoge Veluwe National Park. Rent a free bicycle and explore, or step inside the Kroller-Mueller Museum, home to the largest collection of Van Gogh art.
You will walk for at least 2 hours daily across mostly flat terrain including paved roads and cobblestone streets.
Read the OLLI Trip Summary (Word document).
Additional details are available in the full itinerary on the EF Go Ahead website (opens in a new tab).
To enroll
- Call EF Go Ahead at 1 (800) 438-7672
- Visit the EF Go Ahead trip website (opens in a new tab)
Pricing ranges based on flights, occupancy, and add-ons. All travelers must purchase an insurance package.
Base pricing: (discount available until June 15)
- $4,267 per person double occupancy ($5,632 per person with flights from Boston)
- $5,297 per person single occupancy ($6,662 per person with flights from Boston). Single occupancy availability limited.
- Insurance: $449/$349 per person
- Excursions: Up to $350 per person
Watch for associated courses in OLLI’s Winter 2027 Session!
Photo by Ryan Spencer on Unsplash
Athens to Crete to Santorini, and back. Tour the Greek Islands with a focus on history, food and wine, and their inspiring scenery. Marvel at Venetian handiwork, gaze on the famous blue-and-white architecture of Santorini, experience the volcanic terrain, and more.
Trip Highlights
- Athens, the Acropolis, and the Parthenon
- A Greek cooking class
- Ruins of Knossos
- Chania
- Akrotiri excavations
- Village of Pyrgos
- Santorini caldera cruise
- Plus! An extension option to visit Delphi including Byzantine churches and the ancient military history of Marathon.
You will walk for at least 3 hours daily across uneven terrain, including paved roads and cobblestone streets, with steep hills and stairs.
Read the OLLI Trip Summary (Word document).
Additional details are available in the full itinerary on the EF Go Ahead website (opens in a new tab).
To enroll
- Call EF Go Ahead Tours at 1 (800) 438-7672
- Visit the EF Go Ahead Tours trip website (opens in a new tab)
Pricing ranges based on flights, occupancy, and add-ons; some meals included. All travelers must purchase an insurance package.
Base pricing: (discount available until June 15)
- $4,944 per person double occupancy ($6,473 per person with flights from BOS)
- $5,882 per person single occupancy ($7,411 per person with flights from BOS). Single occupancy availability limited.
- Insurance $449/$349 per person
- Excursions: Up to $350 per person
Watch for associated courses in OLLI’s Winter 2027 Session!
Staycations
Why leave Maine when there’s so much to do here? Staycations will return in Summer 2027.
Local Excursions
Enjoy the noteworthy places within a day’s trip. OLLI’s local excursions are open to members and friends – membership not required.
We are planning our next local excursion and will share information soon!