2025 Trips – Travelers Circle Preview
 | The Mediterranean Provence Experience This week is based in the waterfront village of Bandol in the protected, lesser-known western area of the French Riviera. The landscape features a mix of natural Provençal forests, rocky cliffs, coastal paths, discreet sandy coves, and the azur blue sea. Our week includes day trips to Marseille and Toulon, visits to coastal villages and vineyards, boat trips to enjoy the spectacular scenery, meals of fresh and seasonal foods, and much more. This trip will be offered again in 2026. Fall 2025 Dates: Sept 5-12 (Fri-Fri) Prices: $4,500 per person, double occupancy; $4,850 single occupancy. Leader: Jennifer Dugdale Status: Sept 5-12 - closed |
 | The Luberon Experience The Luberon is an incredibly beautiful valley surrounded by low mountains and views in every direction. The authentic perched village of Bonnieux is the perfect base to experience the best of Provence. Our week includes perched villages, colorful outdoor markets, wineries, picnics, castle ruins and more. This year's June groups will likely see lavender fields nearby! This trip was named one of National Geographic Traveler's 50 best tours in the world. This trip is offered annually, in May and September. Fall 2025 Dates (Sat-Sat): Sept 20-27; Sept 27-Oct 4 Prices: $3,900 per person, double occupancy; $4,300 single occupancy Leaders: Kathy Wood and Christian Linke Status: Sept 20-27: waiting list; Sept 27-Oct 4: one opening. Virtual European Experience: Getting to Know The Luberon Experience |
 | The Normandy Experience This 7-night trip is based in the charming, medieval town of Bayeux, just a few miles from the sea. One important day will focus on the World War II and D-Day history, which took place on the nearby beaches. But Normandy has much else to enjoy. We'll make day trips to the lovely waterfront town of Honfleur and also experience the lush countryside of the Pays d'Auge. We'll visit apple distilleries, cheese dairies, chateaus and gardens; and of course we'll enjoy memorable meals. This trip will be offered again in 2026. 2025 Dates: September 3 - 10. Prices: $4,350 per person, double occupancy; $4,750 single occupancy. Leaders: Kathy Wood and Drew Fedorka Status: closed |
 | The Portugal Experience New Trip in 2025! We’re excited to introduce this destination to European Experiences travelers for the first time in 2025. This Experience will focus on Northern Portugal, the oldest part of the Portuguese nation, offering us a wide diversity of cultural, historical, and religious sites; areas of natural beauty; and culinary traditions. Based in the charming town of Guimarães, we'll explore the Douro River valley and the Peneda-Gerês National Park, the city of Porto, and nearby towns and villages, including three boat trips. This trip will be offered again in 2026. 2025 Dates: Sept 19-26; Sept 26-Oct 3 (Fri to Fri) Prices: $4,500 per person, double occupancy; $4,850 single occupancy Leader: Jennifer Dugdale Status: Sept 19-26: waiting list; Sept 26-Oct 3: 1 opening |
 | Inside Paris This four-night "insider's" experience in Paris will introduce you a more authentic Paris, including experiences not normally accessible to visitors. We'll explore French gastronomy and food history, art and architecture, and homes and gardens, often through the perspective of Parisian hosts. (Note: we won't visit the major tourist sites, so this is not intended as a traveler's first visit to Paris.) We'll offer this trip again in 2026. Fall 2025 Dates: Oct 7-11 (Tues-Sat) Prices: $2,950 per person, double occupancy; $3,300 single occupancy Leader: Jennifer Dugdale Status: October 7-11 - 4 openings. |
 | The Puglia Experience Our week in southern Italy ("the heel of the boot") offers unique experiences and spectacular scenery on the sea and in the countryside. We base in the hilltop "white city" of Ostuni, just a few miles from the Adriatic coast. Our week includes special visits to family wineries and small food producers, guided walks in fascinating towns and villages (including Lecce and Alberobello), explorations of ancient sites, and a cooking class. Of course, our meals will be a highlight! We'll offer this trip again in 2027. 2025 Dates:(Tues-Tues) Oct 7-14; Oct 14-21 Prices: $4,350 per person, double occupancy; $4,750 single occupancy Leaders: Kathy Wood and Vincenzo Di Modugno Status:Oct 7-14: Waiting list; Oct 14-21: Waiting list |
 | The Paris Experience You may have visited Paris before, maybe several times, but you'll discover a very different Paris during this week. The focus of this special Experience is the locals' authentic Paris, the less-discovered sites and experiences most tourists never discover. On themed days we'll explore French gastronomy and food history, art and architecture, homes and gardens, neighborhoods, and history, offering a true "inside" experience. We'll also travel outside the center of Paris for a memorable adventure. We hope to offer this trip again in 2026. 2025 Dates: Paris in the Fall: Oct 12 - 19 (Sun-Sun) Prices: $4,500 per person, double occupancy; $4,850 single occupancy Leader: Jennifer Dugdale Status: 4 openings |
 | The European Christmas Experience This 12-night "trip of a lifetime" takes us to three different areas during the magical Christmas season: Salzburg, Austria; Munich, Germany; and Colmar in Alsace, France. We enjoy the holiday atmosphere and traditions through special experiences including walking tours, Christmas markets, visits to museums and historical sites, day trips to the countryside and small villages, musical events, and a cooking class. So much more than a Christmas markets trip! 2025 Dates: Dec 1-Dec 13 (Mon-Sat) Prices: $6,750 per person, double occupancy; $7,450 single occupancy Leaders: Kathy Wood and Kelly Wood Status: 6 openings |