Community Education Travel Extended Tours

July - December 2027

Are you ready to take the vacation of a lifetime?

Join Community Education Travel 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 reservations, please contact us at 847-718-7709 or email cetravel@d214.org. Pricing is subject to change, so we encourage you to reach out for the most current information.


Niagara Falls & Toronto

July 11 - 16, 2027

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Niagara Falls from the Canadian side on this unforgettable six-day journey. Feel the mist on a thrilling boat cruise to the base of the Falls, explore tunnels carved behind the cascading water, and admire the spectacle illuminated in vibrant evening colors. Discover charming Niagara-on-the-Lake, celebrated for its Victorian elegance and boutique-lined streets, and enjoy a performance at the renowned Royal George Theater. 

In dynamic Toronto, take a guided city tour, cruise the harbor of Lake Ontario, and ascend the iconic CN Tower for breathtaking views. Stroll through vibrant gardens, see the world’s largest floral clock, visit a butterfly conservatory, and witness the swirling power of the Niagara Whirlpool.

With deluxe accommodations, guided sightseeing, most meals, transfers, and luggage handling included, every detail is thoughtfully arranged. An optional Door-to-Door air package makes travel seamless. Reserve your place with CE Travel today or request a brochure and begin anticipating an extraordinary Canadian adventure.

Mackinac Island

August 28 - September 2, 2027

Step into the charm and elegance of Mackinac Island with CE Travel! Relax on the Grand Hotel’s sweeping porch, take a horse-drawn carriage ride through historic streets, and savor the timeless Victorian atmosphere.

Explore the natural beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore with its dramatic sand dunes, forests, and breathtaking overlooks. Cruise the Mackinac Bridge and enjoy narrated carriage tours that bring the island’s history to life.

Your journey also includes cultural highlights like the Gerald Ford Presidential Museum and the stunning Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. Deluxe accommodations, guided sightseeing, and thoughtful inclusions make this an effortless and unforgettable getaway.

Do not miss this iconic escape—spaces are limited! Book your Mackinac Island adventure with CE Travel today or request a brochure to learn more.

Alaska

August 9 - 21, 2027

Journey to America’s last frontier on an unforgettable land and sea adventure through Alaska. Begin in Fairbanks with a gold dredge experience in the Tanana Valley and a scenic cruise along the Chena River. Travel by motorcoach and rail into the heart of Denali National Park, where a tundra wilderness tour offers opportunities to spot bears, moose, caribou, wolves, and Dall sheep beneath towering Denali. Visit a working sled dog kennel and meet an Iditarod musher for an authentic Alaskan experience.

Then set sail for a seven night voyage aboard Discovery Princess through the legendary Inside Passage. Cruise past the massive face of Hubbard Glacier and into the pristine wilderness of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Explore Icy Strait Point, Juneau, and Ketchikan with included shore excursions.

With deluxe accommodations, extensive sightseeing, and generous inclusions throughout, this extraordinary journey delivers the very best of Alaska. Reserve your adventure with CE Travel or request a brochure today.

Savannah & Charleston

October 6 - 13, 2027

Experience the timeless beauty and gracious charm of the Lowcountry on this unforgettable journey through Savannah, Hilton Head Island, and Charleston. Stroll beneath moss draped oaks, admire elegant antebellum homes, and savor the rich traditions that define the South.

In Savannah, explore picturesque squares, fountains, and historic architecture on a guided tour, and discover the inspiring story of Gullah culture at the Pin Point Heritage Museum. Visit enchanting Jekyll Island and cruise along the scenic shores of Hilton Head Island. In charming Beaufort, admire beautifully preserved historic homes before visiting the renowned Charleston Tea Garden.

Step into history with a harbor cruise to Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. Delight in a classic carriage ride through Charleston’s historic district and tour magnificent estates such as Drayton Hall and the breathtaking Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.

This elegant Southern escape is perfectly paced for discovery and relaxation. Book with CE Travel today and ensure your place on this exceptional journey.