Tours and Trips

Extended Travel Opportunities

Piedmont Technical College is once again offering travel opportunities to the community. 

Note: You do not have to be affiliated with PTC to book these trips. If you live outside of our service area, you may arrange departure from your own locale.

 Enchanting Christmas Markets                         November 27-December 5, 2026

Discover the holiday spirit throughout Germany, Switzerland and France on a festive holiday tour of Christmas markets. Experience the 600-year-old tradition of the Christkindlesmarkt in Germany among Christmas stalls in Regensburg. Be enchanted at the German Christmas Museum in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and visit Strasbourg, known as the “Capital of Christmas,” to sample its joyful atmosphere and Alsace cuisine. Step into a fairy-tale winter wonderland during a day in Colmar. And Lucerne, the “City of Lights,” shines at Christmastime, the perfect bow on top of a festive journey. Immerse yourself in the traditions and joys of the season across the region’s most enchanting destinations. Learn more.

Essential South America                                   January 21-30, 2027

Experience the essence of two South American countries on a comprehensive journey from Santiago, Chile to Argentina’s wine country and vibrant Buenos Aires. Encounter the history and culture of Chile and Argentina in capital cities and the sprawling countryside. Learn more.

Spirit of the American Southwest                                April 5-14, 2027

Journey through the American Southwest’s storied landscapes, where striking canyons and red-rock formations are woven with ancestral histories and enduring Indigenous traditions. Get to know Santa Fe’s historic plaza on a locally guided walking tour, and explore Bandelier National Monument, home to cliff dwellings and village ruins from Ancestral Puebloans. Visit the mesa-top Acoma Pueblo, continuously inhabited for nearly 1000 years. Within Navajo Nation, take in the painted hues of Canyon de Chelly as your Navajo guide shares stories and history. Marvel at the towering monoliths of Monument Valley and savor a traditional BBQ dinner under desert skies. Stay in Sedona and Scottsdale, two lively cities nestled within desert scenery. From desert cities to ancestral lands, explore the spirit of the region. Learn more.

Old World Sicily & Malta                                   June 5-16, 2027

Explore Sicily and Malta – two island paradises nestled amongst the deep blue waves of the Mediterranean. Engage with Malta’s dynamic past on a leisurely 4-night stay. Explore the charms of Ragusa with a guide. Spend three nights in Taormina, perched above the Ionian Sea. See Mount Etna from a different perspective on an off-road excursion. Discover how ancient traditions blend into modern society as you travel along timeless Italian and Maltese towns. Learn more.

Magical Rhine & Moselle Rivers                                September 21-29, 2027

Glide along the enchanting Rhine and Moselle Rivers on a leisurely journey to France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Cruise past charming panoramas as you get to know the culture and deep history of the region. Learn more.

Christmas Markets of Montreal and Quebec City                                December 1-7, 2027

Enchanting winter experiences and magical Christmas markets await in Quebec City and Montreal, each with its own unique charm and character. Set out on a festive journey to two French Canadian cities in the heart of the holiday season. Learn more.

Traveled with us before?

Ask about Collette Vacations' loyalty discount program!

Individuals who have traveled with Piedmont Technical College on a Collette Vacations trip in the past may be eligible to receive a $150 discount when registering for another trip. Call to inquire.

Contact Information FOR TRAVEL PROGRAMS:

Workforce Innovation
Phone: 864-941-8400 or [email protected]

or

Jeanne Hughston, Jeanne's Travel Adventures
Travel Coordinator, Extended Travel
Phone: 864-993-1955
Email: [email protected]