Trips and Tours Spring Travel Show April 10, 2025, 10:30am

On November 20, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at Napa Valley College's McCarthy Library Community Room, we will be hosting a Free Trips & Tours Travel Show in collaboration with our partners at Collette Tours.

This session will showcase an incredible lineup of destinations planned for 2026. You'll have the opportunity to get the first pick of new releases, start planning your vacation, and ask questions in person to get all the details on upcoming adventures.

Experience the world through educational travel. Napa Valley College Trips & Tours offers guided trips around the world with unforgettable, enriching, and cultural experiences that you will cherish for a lifetime. Trips booked with NVC Trips & Tours include airfare, meals, excursion packages, baggage handling, and medical & travel insurance that allows cancellation up until the day before departure! All that's left to do is pack!

Proceeds from Napa Valley College Trips & Tours are used to help students achieve their academic goals and fund programs and educational events at Napa Valley College.

Bluegrass Country & The Smoky Mountains October 02 — October 10, 2025

Take a delightful trip through the heart of Appalachia, discovering the equestrian culture of Kentucky, the pioneer spirit of Tennessee, and the mountainous beauty of North Carolina. Get a taste of Bourbon, baseball, and Thoroughbreds in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky. Travel through Daniel Boone National Forest as you make your way to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. From your home base of Gatlinburg, explore the natural wonders of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Travel on to Asheville, North Carolina, and enjoy the city’s historic architecture, engaging neighborhoods and robust arts districts. Tour the Biltmore Estate, George Vanderbilt’s “little mountain escape” in the Blue Ridge Mountains. When you leave, you’ll have the warmth and charm of southern Appalachia still in your heart.

Discovering Spain’s Classics October 24 — November 04, 2025

Embark on a Spanish adventure as you take in medieval architecture, idyllic landscapes, and delectable cuisine. Explore the wonders of the Prado Museum, one of Europe’s greatest museums. See the Cathedral of Seville, the third largest in the world. Enjoy reserved seating at a flamenco show and feel the passion of this famous dance. Visit the exotic and expansive Alhambra palace. Indulge in an authentic paella experience. View Antonio Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces, including a visit to La Sagrada Familia. Explore Spain’s priceless treasures of art, history, and culture set against a backdrop of sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges.

Kingdoms of Southeast Asia February 05 — February 23, 2026

Delve into an ancient and mysterious world of rural landscapes, bustling cities, and fascinating history in Southeast Asia. From Hoan Kiem Lake and the Hoa Lo Pr*son to a street food adventure through Hanoi, Vietnam’s balance of peace, modernism and prosperity engage your thoughts and senses. On a charming junk boat, bask in the serenity of Ha Long Bay. Find inspiration at Cambodia’s Angkor Wat temple, the world’s largest religious structure. A local Laotian family welcomes you into their home for dinner. Explore the hundreds of Buddhas found in the Pak Ou Caves. This is an incomparable mosaic of culture and history that unfolds within the blink of an eye.

Exploring New Zealand’s Wonders February 25 — March 15, 2026

Cross the International Dateline and begin the adventure of a lifetime! Auckland, Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Maori Cultural Experience, Wellington, Christchurch, Mt. Cook Region, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu Cruise & Sheepdog Demonstration, Choice on Tour: Kiwi Birdlife Park or Skyline Gondola.

Old World Sicily & Malta March 18 — March 29, 2026

Explore Sicily and Malta – two island paradises nestled amongst the deep blue waves of the Mediterranean. Engage with Malta’s dynamic past on a leisurely 4-night stay. Explore Siracusa’s archeological heritage (UNESCO) with a guide. Spend three nights in Taormina, perched above the Ionian Sea. See Mount Etna from a different perspective on an off-road excursion. Discover how ancient traditions blend into modern society as you travel along timeless Italian and Maltese towns.

Croatia & Its Islands May 01 — May 12, 2026

From medieval architecture to ethereal waterfalls, coast along the sparkling Adriatic Sea and experience the best of Croatia. Enjoy a memorable 7-night cruise on the Adriatic Sea along Croatia’s coast aboard a privately chartered ship. Tour the Old City of Dubrovnik and walk along the picturesque cobblestone streets. Visit the island of Biševo, home to the mystical Blue Cave. On Brac Island, take in the “Golden Cape” of Bol. Discover the ancient palace of Emperor Diocletian in Split. Stand in awe before the cascading waterfalls of Krka National Park. Get to know Zagreb, the illustrious capital of Croatia. See the country’s immaculate beauty as you cruise its vibrant waters and step into its rich history.

Antarctica - The White Continent December 26 — January 06, 2026

Discover the magic and wonder of the “White Continent” – Antarctica. Arrive in the “Paris of South America,” Buenos Aires, before flying over Patagonia to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, and seeing Terra del Fuego. Begin your Antarctic expedition by crossing the Drake Passage. See breaching whales crashing and scenes of pure ice walls as you observe from the deck of the ship. Explore on shore with our passionate ship’s naturalists and learn about the local populations of penguins, seals, and humpback whales. Explore vistas of blue-white glaciers and busy penguin rookeries on an Upcoming Travels!unforgettable expedition cruise.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Napa Valley College - McCarthy Library Community Room, 2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, United States