Alumni Travel Program
Visit Exciting Destinations With Engaging Guides and Fellow Alumni
The UHCL Alumni Travel Program is open to all UHCL alumni and friends of the university. The following is a list of upcoming trips. We hope you'll be able to attend and connect with other alumni!
Travel Interest List
If you'd like to receive notification of future UHCL Alumni trips, or there are specific brochures you would like to request, please complete this form. We hope to see you on an adventure soon!
Alumni Travel Insurance
Whether you're on a trip with UHCL Alumni Travel, or on your own, the UHCL Alumni Association offers individual travel insurance options for various needs and budgets through our partner, Meyer & Associates.
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
October 9-14, 2024
Starting at $3525 per person, double occupancy
Experience the Albuquerque Balloon Festival, the world's largest hot air ballooning
event. Also enjoy 3 nights in Santa Fe, featuring the Palace of the Governor's, built
in 1610, the Loretto Chapel, and the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Other attractions
include Old Town Albuquerque, the "High Road to Taos" and Los Alamos Bradbury Museum.
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Brochure (PDF)
Legends of the Nile
October 15-26, 2024
Set off on an exhilarating, small-group journey to Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel and the Nile River! This 10-night, active exploration features a deluxe, four-night cruise and a licensed Egyptologist to guide you through Egypt's ancient wonders, from the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Valleys of the Kings and Queens to the Great Temple of Ramses II and beyond!
Legends of the Nile Brochure (PDF)
Montreal and Quebec City Christmas
December 11-16, 2024
Starting at $3599 per person, double occupancy
Enjoy two nights at the historic Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montreal before
traveling by train to Quebec City for three nights at one of the most photographed
hotels in the world, the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac Hotel. Ranked among the world's
top 15 destinations for celebrating the holidays, you'll visit the German Christmas
Market in the heart of Old Quebec, designed to recreate the atmosphere of the big
European Christmas Markets.
Montreal and Quebec City Brochure (PDF)
The Charm of the Amalfi Coast
March 19-27, 2025
Starting at $3,495 per person, double occupancy
Enjoy seven nights in Vietri sul mare and explore seaside villages, including Amalfi
and Positano! Unravel history in Pompeii, Herculaneum and Paestum and experience vibrant
Naples. Plus, tuck into delicious local dishes! Your Italian daydreams come to life
on this handcrafted, small-group journey. This program features a first-class hotel
and an extensive meal plan.
Learn More About The Charm of the Amalfi Coast
Inland Sea of Japan & South Korea
April 13-25, 2025
Starting at $8,245 per person, double occupancy
Book by 9/10/24 to save up to $1,000 per person!
This 13-day voyage features an 8-night, all-inclusive cruise on the deluxe expedition
small ship Heritage Adventurer, seven UNESCO World Heritage sites, eye-popping landscapes
and serene gardens. Emmy Award-winning international news correspondent Jim Laurie
will join us as guest lecturer for the tour speaking on his five decades of covering
the region.
Inland Sea of Japan & South Korea Brochure (PDF)
Dutch Waterways
April 16-24, 2025
Starting at $3,095 per person, double occupancy
Glide along picturesque waterways in the Netherlands and Belgium on this seven-night,
first-class cruise! Take in Amsterdam's gabled canal houses, Keukenhof Gardens' breathtaking
tulips and the Old-World ambiance of Bruges and Antwerp. Enjoy a choice of included
cultural and culinary experiences in several ports. Savor the luxurious comfort that
makes river cruising so enticing! No single supplement.
Learn More About Dutch Waterways
Utah's Mighty National Parks
June 8-14, 2025
Starting at $4,025 per person, double occupancy, air included!
Visit parks known for their breathtaking views, impressive rock formations and otherworldly
landscapes. On this relaxed tour, you'll spend four nights at one hotel and explore
Salt Lake City, Moab, Canyonlands & Arches National Parks, Dead Horse Point State
Park, Monument Valley and more!
Utah's Mighty National Parks Brochure (PDF)
Isles of the North - Shetland, Faroe & Iceland
June 11-19, 2025
Starting at $6,690 per person, double occupancy
Cruise the storied Northern seas to discover exceptional scenery, islands steeped
in Viking lore and remote shores boasting impressive histories and unrivaled natural
treasures. Explore islands brimming with fascinating geology and archaeological sites,
and gaze in awe at thundering waterfalls and wind-blown hills.
Isles of the North Brochure (PDF)
France – Normandy
June 14-22, 2025
Starting at $3,495 per person, double occupancy
Pay in full by 2/14/25 to save $500/person!
Unpack once and immerse yourself in Normandy's remarkable history and enchanting beauty
on this seven-night, small-group journey. Walk Omaha and Utah beaches and visit solemn
D-Day sites and take in stunning Mont-Saint-Michel and the Bayeux Tapestry. Enjoy
local wines at a 10th-century castle and a tasting of Normandy’s celebrated Calvados
apple brandy on an estate. No single supplement!
Learn More About Normandy - Honfleur
Island Life: Greek Isles and Ephesus
August 29 - September 6, 2025
Starting at $6,190 per person, double occupancy
Behold breathtaking views and mythical landscapes as you sail Greece's fabled Aegean
Sea and Turquoise Coast of Turkey on this deluxe, seven-night cruise. Traverse the
streets of ancient Delos and discover the UNESCO‑designated ruins of Ephesus. Explore
the Monastery of St. John in Patmos, historic Rhodes Town and Santorini. Conclude
in the rarely visited island of Milos.
Brochure Coming Soon!
Provence | Featuring Art Cuisine and Wine
September 6-14, 2025
Starting at $4,644 per person, double occupancy!
Book by 11/27/24 to save up to $1,000 per person!
The elements of a quintessential Provençal experience— art, cuisine and wine—come
together on an unforgettable sojourn through the wine regions of Burgundy, Beaujolais
and the Rhône Valley. Cruise from the ancient city of Arles to historical Lyon along
the fabled Rhône and Saône rivers aboard the deluxe, exclusively chartered Viva Voyage.
Brochure Coming Soon!
Landscapes & Lighthouses of Coastal Maine
September 13-19, 2025
Starting at $4,325 per person, double occupancy, air included!
From the iconic lighthouses perched along sparkling bays to Portland's cobblestone
streets boasting award-winning restaurants, Maine offers unique landscapes and experiences
for everyone. Spend five nights in historic and picturesque Kennebunkport. Enjoy two
ocean cruises, a scenic rail trip, a traditional Lobster Clambake, a tour of Fenway
Park and more!
Landscapes & Lighthouses of Coastal Maine Brochure (PDF)
Shades of Ireland
September 18-27, 2025
Starting at $4,599 per person, double occupancy, air included!
Book by March 19, 2025 to save $250 per person!
From history-filled Dublin to the rolling green hills and dramatic coast, experience
Ireland's charms on a journey through the Emerald Isle. Kiss the Blarney Stone, see
Killarney from an Irish jaunting car, and experience the Ring of Kerry. Stand in awe
at the top of the Cliffs of Moher, stay on the grounds of a castle and more!
Learn More About Shades of Ireland
Mackinac Island, The Grand Hotel & Niagara Falls
October 10-17, 2025
Starting at $4,399 per person, double occupancy, air included!
Immerse yourself with unique experiences, each contributing to the cultural tapestry
and natural beauty of the Great Lakes region. Whether you're seeking the charm of
carefree Mackinac Island, the opulence of The Grand Hotel, the grandeur of Niagara
Falls, or a deep dive into American history at the Henry Ford Museum, this tour has
something for you!
Mackinac Island, The Grand Hotel & Niagara Falls Brochure (PDF)
Magical Christmas Markets
December 9-16, 2025
Starting at $3,299 per person, double occupancy, air included!
Book by June 10, 2025 to save $250 per person!
Uncover the unique charms of Austria and Germany and the incredible Christkindlesmarkt
(Christmas market)! Spend five nights in Innsbruck, nestled in the heart of the mountains.
Tour nearby Seefeld, Salzburg, Oberammergau, Munich and more!
Learn More About Magical Christmas Markets
Rose Parade New Years
December 30, 2025 - January 4, 2026
Starting at $4,449 per person, double occupancy, air included!
Ring in the New Year at the 136th Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, CA - a festival
of flowers, music and sports. Enjoy 5 nights in Southern California, in one hotel,
touring Hollywood, Mission San Juan Capistrano, the Rose Parade float viewing, Beverly
Hills, Richard Nixon’s Presidential Library, beautiful San Diego and more!
Rose Parade New Years Brochure (PDF)
For more information about any of these trips, please contact the Alumni Association at 281-283-2021 or alumni@uhcl.edu.