Community Education Travel Extended Tours

January - June 2026

Are you ready to take the vacation of a lifetime?

Join CET on one of our overnight trips! Ranging from shorter domestic trips and vacation destinations throughout North America to multi-week tours around the world, we promise that you’ll be taken care of every step of the way when you book your next trip through CET. We make lifelong learning through travel a reality while having great fun and making memories to last a lifetime!

For more information about our CET extended tours including pricing and to make a reservation, call us at 847-718-7709, or email us at cetravel@d214.org.


Savannah & Charleston
March 4 - 11, 2026

March 25 - April 1, 2026

Spring is in full bloom with gardens ablaze in color, grass and trees freshly green and warmth provided by the southern sun. This first class trip features elegant hotels, superb cuisine and a variety of quality attractions. The comfortable, well-paced itinerary with periods of free time provides the perfect opportunity to fully appreciate the charm of each community. Download the brochure

Washington D.C.
April 7 - 12, 2026

Discover our nation’s beautiful capital city in all its elegance! Traverse the city's iconic memorials and landmarks on a captivating guided tour, delving into the nation's past. Discover the transformative power of the Bible at the Museum of the Bible, experience the history of Ford's Theater, and cruise the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Dive into the Smithsonian's treasures and relish a Georgetown evening, concluding with a poignant visit to Arlington National Cemetery. Download the brochure

American Heritage
April 14 - 22, 2026

Join us for a scenic springtime pilgrimage through the historic Mid-Atlantic, from the shores of the Chesapeake Bay to the mountains of Shenandoah. Explore highlights like Fort McHenry, Colonial Williamsburg, Monticello, and the U.S. Naval Academy. A tour favorite is the Virginia International Tattoo—an unforgettable celebration of music and patriotism featuring marching bands from around the world. Download the brochure

California Coast
April 23 - May 1, 2026

Journey on the world’s most famous scenic highway to discover the magnificent California Coast featuring an unforgettable, endless panorama of Pacific Coastline scenes. See California’s towering, coastal cliffs, enjoy views of the beautiful, blue ocean expanse, and visit The Golden State’s iconic cities and charming seaside villages as you make your California Dreams a reality on Highway 1. Download the brochure

NYC Theater
May 6- 10, 2026

May 20 - 24, 2026

Highlights of this American Classic Tour include: 4 night stay in NY Times Square, 3 Broadway Shows, guided city tour including Central Park, Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Times Square, Ground Zero, Lower Manhattan, Wall Street, Chinatown, September 11th Memorial and more! Download the brochure

Southwest National Parks
May 14 - 22, 2026

September 24 - October 2, 2026

October 15 - 23, 2026


Marvel at the natural beauty of the American Southwest on this exceptionally designed, well-paced trip. Take in the beauty of the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Monument Valley, Lake Powell, and Dead Horse State Park. Around every bend is a picture postcard scene more breathtaking than the last. Download the brochure

Mackinac Island
May 28 - June 2, 2026

May 30 - June 4, 2026

August 24 - 29, 2026

Experience a landmark of Victorian elegance and charm – the Grand Hotel of Mackinac Island. Listen to the harpist at afternoon tea. Unwind in a rocking chair on the magnificent porch lined with giant American flags and cheery red geraniums. Savor fine dining while a stringed ensemble provides pleasant background music. Relish the tradition of horse drawn carriage rides around the island. Download the brochure

Alaska
June 7 - 20, 2026

August 16 - 29, 2026

Join American Classic Tours as we embark on this special journey to America's last frontier - Alaska. The first part of this trip will be by land as we fly into Fairbanks and travel to Denali and Anchorage. The second part of this trip will be by sea as we cruise on Holland America's MS NieuwWesterdam through Alaska’s Inside Passage. Download the brochure

America’s Music Road
March 18 - 26, 2026

Take a journey down America's Music Road, where the soulful rhythms of the South come to life. Explore Nashville's iconic Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame, stroll through Memphis' legendary Beale Street, and visit Elvis Presley’s Graceland. Delve into the heart of Mississippi's musical heritage at the GRAMMY Museum and B.B. King Museum before arriving in New Orleans to experience its vibrant French Quarter, Creole flavors, and jazz traditions. Download the brochure

New Orleans
April 13 - 17, 2026

April 19 - 23, 2026

New Orleans is one of the world's most fascinating cities. Steeped in a history of influences from Europe, the Caribbean, Africa and beyond, it's a brilliant mosaic of culture, food and music. Come down and experience one of America's most culturally and historically rich  destinations. Download the brochure

American Tradition
April 21 - 28, 2026


Celebrate your patriot’s pride on this springtime journey to the heart of American history. Explore iconic landmarks in Washington DC, Philadelphia, Valley Forge, and Gettysburg—from the Capitol and Liberty Bell to a special program featuring General & Mrs. U.S. Grant. Join us as history comes alive across these legendary sites of American liberty. Download the brochure

Smoky Mountain Springtime
April 24 - 30, 2026

Stroll colorful gardens during Biltmore Estate’s annual Festival of Flowers. Spring awakens the heady scents and glorious sights as blooms burst forth from a variety of flowers which add pastel colors to the garden’s palette. Visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy great entertainment at America’s # 1 theme park – Dollywood and relax at Dolly Parton’s beautiful DreamMore Resort in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Experience the excitement of Nashville at the Country Music Hall of Fame, Grand Ole Opry and the amazing Opryland Hotel!  Download the brochure

Holland Tulip Festival
May 7 - 9, 2026

Tiptoe through the tulips with us next spring! The Tulip Time Festival is an annual event in Holland, Michigan – the center of Dutch culture in America. From reserved seats see the Muziekparade featuring street scrubbers in Dutch costumes & wooden shoes, floats and bands. Enjoy a guided tour of Holland with its tulip-lined streets and authentic windmill. Download the brochure

California National Parks
May 26 - June 2, 2026

Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Discover the magnificent scenery of northern California at Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Cross the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains. Marvel at Yosemite’s incredibly rugged landscape of deep canyons and lofty mountains including El Capitan and Half Dome. View the cascading waterfalls of Bridal Veil and Yosemite. Download the brochure

Cape Cod
May 30 - June 5, 2026

September 5 - 11, 2026

September 12 - 18, 2026

Come along with us as we visit beautiful Cape Cod. A guided tour of this pine-scented peninsula will highlight bustling harbors, sea captain homes, and the Cape Cod National Seashore with its pristine beaches and windswept dunes. Visit Hyannis, home of the Kennedy family. Approach land’s end at Provincetown, a haven for artists and fishermen. Enjoy a Dune Excursion Ride. Treat your taste buds to a lobster dinner in Hyannis. Join us on this American Classic Tour to Cape Cod and Boston! Download the brochure

Colorado Trains
June 13 - 22, 2026

September 26 - October 5, 2026

This special getaway features not one, but FIVE spectacular train excursions throughout Colorado’s Rocky Mountains & Utah’s Red Rock Country: Durango & Silverton Railroad; Cumbres & Toltec Steam Rail, Royal Gorge Train; Pikes Peak Cog Railway and the Rocky Mountaineer Train. Join us for a refreshing Rocky Mountain High on board these spectacular train excursions! Download the brochure