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Take a Journey with Extended Travel

For those ready to go farther, our Extended Travel Program partners with established and trusted travel tour vendors to offer curated domestic and international trips.

These expertly planned tours bring once-in-a-lifetime experiences within reach, while still offering the same sense of community and connection you love from our local programs.

From coastal escapes to world-class cities and cultural landmarks, we bring the world to our community—so you can focus on the joy of discovery.

Upcoming Travel Opportunities

Mackinac Island

April 30, 2026
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May 8, 2026
Double Occupancy: $4,599 per person | Single Occupancy: $5,599 per person

Experience luxury and historic charm in the heart of America.

This classic Midwestern tour features highlights of Illinois and Michigan. Savor two incredible nights amid the luxury of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island during the lovely annual Tulip Time, enjoying a horse and buggy tour of car-free Mackinac Island. Explore the wonderful city of Chicago with a local guide. Visit the Bavarian-influenced town of Frankenmuth. In Dearborn, experience the inspirational Henry Ford Museum and view historic homes at Greenfield Village including the famous American workshops of Thomas Edison, Henry Ford and Robert Frost.

Includes: Round Trip Air from Seattle Tacoma Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers

For more information about the itinerary and registration for this trip, visit: gocollette.com

Call or email the Trips & Tours office with questions.

Early registration has ended for this tour. Contact Wendy at the Trips and Tours office for late registration options.

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Discover British Landscapes featuring the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with Collette Tours

August 23, 2026
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September 1, 2026
Double Occupancy: $5,599 per person | Single Occupancy: $6,699 per person

An adventure fit for a Shakespearean tale takes you from verdant hillsides to bustling British cities rich with culture. Experience Edinburgh’s historic ambiance along the Royal Mile, visit Edinburgh Castle, and witness The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Enjoy medieval York Minster and the castle of Conwy in Wales. See the quintessential sights of London. Sleepy villages, grassy slopes, mountainside lakes, and cities built upon layers of history — these are the landscapes of Britain.

Includes: Round Trip Air from Seattle Tacoma Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers

For more information about the itinerary and registration for this trip, visit: gocollette.com

Call or email the Trips & Tours office with questions.

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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta & Santa Fe with Premier Travel

October 2, 2026
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October 7, 2026
Double Occupancy: $3,849 per person | Single Occupancy: $4,799 per person

Experience the Land of Enchantment: beautiful landscapes, history and architecture.  Marvel at the world’s largest & most famous Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta and the morning Mass Ascension.  After the iconic “High Road to Taos”, enjoy a guided tour through Taos Pueblo.  This Pueblo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back for over 1,000 years. Enjoy a 3 night stay in historic Santa Fe, America’s oldest state capital city, featuring the Santa Fe Plaza, the Palace of the Governors, and a visit to the Loretto Chapel to learn of its mysterious past.

Includes: Round Trip Air from Seattle Tacoma Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hometown Transfer service from Lacey to SEATAC, all Hotel Transfers

For more information about the itinerary and registration for this trip, email wchurchman@southsoundseniors.org

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Discover Australia’s Outback to New Zealand’s South Island with Collette Tours

November 4, 2026
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November 23, 2026
Double Occupancy: $9,999 per person | Single Occupancy: $12,199 per person

Venture through the natural splendor of New Zealand’s Southern Alps and the stillness of Australia’s rugged Outback. Delve into the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef. Take a “Dreamtime tour” in the Outback, introducing you to Aboriginal life and culture. Tour Sydney Opera House and enjoy a delightful dinner cruise of Sydney Harbour. Cruise Milford Sound. From Alice Springs and Uluru (Ayers Rock) to snow-capped peaks and fjords, explore the diverse wonders of the lands Down Under.

Includes: Round Trip Air from Seattle Tacoma Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hometown Transfer service from Lacey to SEATAC, all Hotel Transfers

For more information about the itinerary and registration for this trip, visit: gocollette.com

Call or email the Trips & Tours office with questions.

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Looking for something closer to home? Check out our Day Trips.

For More Information

Contact the Trips & Tours Office at 360.586.6181 ext. 126
or via email at trips@southsoundseniors.org.