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!
2025 Alumni Travel Preview
Thursday, July 25 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
UHCL Bayou Building, Garden Room
Let's talk travel over lunch! Join UHCL Alumni Travel and our trusted partners as we discuss trips available for 2025. We'll be presenting information on the adventures we have planned for next year, and you’ll have the chance to win some great prizes - including certificates for money off 2025 tours! This event is free to attend and sponsored by the UHCL Alumni Association. A light lunch will be served.
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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. More Info here
Great European Journey
June 28 - July 9, 2024
Starting at $4,315 per person
Experience a 10-night European journey by river and rail! You’ll wend your way along the Rhine and Moselle Rivers aboard the Amadeus Queen for six nights through Germany and France, and then enjoy four nights in the Swiss Alps. Book by May 29 for a special rate!
Great European Journey Brochure (PDF)
Cape Cod and the Islands
July 13 - 19, 2024
Starting at $3525 per person
Enjoy your first night in exciting Boston and then head out for 5 nights at one hotel on 'The Cape' to experience its beauty and history. Visit amazing Boston, mansion filled Newport, RI, Provincetown, a cranberry bog and ferry to the two most scenic and famous islands off 'The Cape', Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.
Cape Cod and the Islands Brochure (PDF)
Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea
July 22 – August 1, 2024
Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea Brochure PDF
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
October 9 - 14, 2024
Starting at $3525 per person
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
Legends of the Nile Brochure (PDF)
Montreal and Quebec City Christmas
December 11 - 16, 2024
Starting at $3599 per person
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
Book by July 2, 2024 for up to $750 off per person!
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.
Inland Sea of Japan & South Korea
April 13 – 25, 2025
Starting at $7,895 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
Dutch Waterways
April 16 – 24, 2025
Starting at $3,095 per person, double occupancy
Book by July 30, 2024 for up to $750 off per person!
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 ambience 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.
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
Isles of the North – Shetland, Faroe & Iceland
June 11 – 19, 2025
June 11 – 19, 2025
Starting at $6,895 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.
Brochure Coming Soon!
France – Normandy
June 14 – 22, 2025
Starting at $3,495 per person, double occupancy
Book by August 13, 2024 for up to $750 off per 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!
Island Life: Greek Isles and Ephesus
August 28 – September 5, 2025
Starting at $6,295 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!
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
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!
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
Douro River Voyage – featuring Culture, Cuisine and Wine
November 7 – 15, 2025
Starting at $4,395 per person, double occupancy
The romantic Douro River winds through northern Portugal, creating a landscape of sculpted hills and terraced vineyards. Embark on a 7-night cruise by storybook villages and sloping countryside through one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions. Taste locally produced olives, almonds, breads and cheeses, and of course, port–the famous sweet, fortified wine the area is known for.
Brochure Coming Soon!
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!
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
For more information about any of these trips, please contact the Alumni Association at 281-283-2021 or alumni@uhcl.edu.