Multi-day Trips

Domestic and International Travel with OLLI

With an emphasis on experiential learning, our trips offer stress-free travel with like-minded older adults wanting to experience new places. OLLI at NC State works with national travel companies to offer multi-day travel across the globe.

The Global Coalition on Aging has found that there is a profound connection between travel and healthy aging. From opportunities like ziplining in Costa Rica to walking along the famed Camino de Santiago, traveling with OLLI at NC State offers a chance to make lifelong memories and invigorate your love of learning. We look forward to taking our learning outside the classroom with you!

2025-2026 Destinations

Enchanting Ireland

May 24 – June 5, 2026 * TRIP OPEN FOR SALE

It’s a beautiful, magical land, where the gentle green landscape dazzles and the people delight; where
warmth and hospitality are national traits and poets are national heroes. From Dublin to Galway,
Killarney to Kilkenny, this full yet well-paced tour showcases Ireland’s many charms – both old and new
– to our exclusive OLLI band of travelers.

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California Dreamin’

October 6 – 13, 2025 Registration Closed*

This is the essence of Northern California, from fine wine and freshly caught seafood to vibrant cities and nature on an epic scale. Witness the stunning views along 17-Mile Drive. Meet a local farmer and visit an almond orchard. Enjoy an olive oil tasting and lunch during an informative presentation. Marvel at the unspoiled beauty of Yosemite National Park. Sip local wines in Napa Valley and enjoy a farm-to-table lunch. Embrace the laid-back life of the Golden State.

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