
Visit museums, the theater, historical sites, and Instagram-worthy destinations without the bother of driving or planning.
Harford Community College's travel opportunities range from local day trips, to overnight adventures, and international destinations that take you to places that give you plenty of memories to bring home.
International travel is back at Harford. . .
We're going to the Canadian Rockies and Sunny Portugal.
UPCOMING TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island, MI
SUNDAY–SATURDAY, SEP 24–30
Course: 25744 Cost: See Below
The Mackinac Island trip is currently full. To be added to the waitlist, you must complete a registration form.
(JAN 26 through JUN 15: deposits only. Final balance payment details will be shared after registration.)
Harford Community College and Superior Tours partner to bring you a fabulous seven-day/six-night trip that includes the crown jewel of the great lakes - Mackinac Island! Together we'll enjoy the magic of exploring this magnificent island - complete with beautiful vistas, charming carriage rides and plentiful shopping. Stops include the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, guided tour of Frankenmuth, MI and Bronner's Christmas Wonderland; and plenty of free time on the island. During our journey home, we'll stop at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH.
Email travel@harford.edu to receive a detailed itinerary.
To reserve your space, complete the noncredit registration form and return with $250 deposit. Final payment due by AUG 24, 2023.
Course: 25744 (This number is for initial deposits).
- Single room accommodations: $2,699 balance due no later than 8–24
- Double occupancy accommodations: $1,995 balance due no later than 8–24
Note room choice on your registration form. Complete the travel liability waiver and individual lodging preference.
Hamilton on Broadway
New York, NY
WEDNESDAY, OCT 11 | 7 AM–8 PM
Course: 45475 Cost: $335
Mid-premium seating for the 1 PM performance in the Richard Rodgers Theatre Hamilton is the story of the unlikely Founding Father determined to make his mark on the new nation as hungry and ambitious as he is. From orphan to Washington's right-hand man, rebel to war hero, a loving husband caught in the country's first scandal, to the Treasury head who made an untrusting world believe in the American economy. George Washington, Eliza Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson and Hamilton's lifelong friend/foil Aaron Burr all make their mark in this astonishing new musical exploration of a political mastermind. Fees include round-trip transportation and all ticket fees. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
Museum of Modern Art
New York, NY
WEDNESDAY, OCT 25 | 7 AM–8 PM
Course: 45478 Cost: $105
From an initial gift of eight prints and one drawing, the Museum of Modern Art's (MoMA) collection has grown to include 150,000 paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, and photographs. Begin with a guided highlights tour and then spend time on your own enjoying the multiple collections and exhibits. MoMA requires visitors to check backpacks of any size, shopping bags, and bags 11" x 14" or larger. To avoid a lengthy wait in the checkroom line, visitors should not bring such items. The checkroom will not accept laptops or luggage of any size. No outside food or drinks are permitted in the Museum; however, there is a cafe and a restaurant on the premise. Fee covers MoMA admission and round-trip transportation to Central Park, just a short walk to the Museum.
Central Park Pedicab Tour
New York, NY
WEDNESDAY, OCT 25 | 7 AM–8 PM
Course: 45477 Cost: $80*
A pedicab tour of Central Park is a great way to see the sights without doing a lot of work! Your driver will show you many well-known attractions and famous landmarks throughout all parts of Central Park. Stops include Strawberry Fields, Bethesda Terrace, the Belvedere Castle, the Shakespeare Garden, and the San Remo, among others. Following your tour, you will have plenty of time to explore the park on your own. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
*HCC fee covers round-trip transportation to Central Park. All bike and equipment rentals can be booked based on length of rental time through www.centralparkpedicabs.com in advance or upon arrival at the park vendor.
The Kitchen Shoppe Dining and Shopping Experience
Carlisle, PA
MONDAY, OCT 30 | 9 AM–4 PM
Course: 45479 Cost: $109
Join us for a fall meal and demonstration at The Kitchen Shoppe & Cooking School in Carlisle, PA. Menu includes goat cheese tart with roasted red peppers; field greens with dried cranberries, cashews and a balsamic maple vinaigrette; cream of cauliflower soup; stuffed pork loin with butternut squash and blue cheese; sautéed red potatoes with garlic and herbs; and key lime coconut angel cake. The trip includes leisure time after the demonstration to visit The Kitchen Shoppe store. Fee includes round-trip transportation from Harford Community College, meal, and full demonstration.
NYC 9/11 Memorial and Museum
New York, NY
THURSDAY, NOV 9 | 7 AM–7 PM
Course: 45481 Cost: $156
The NYC 9/11 Memorial and Museum trip is currently full. To be added to the waitlist, you must complete a registration form.
Your visit begins at the 9/11 Memorial Museum. You will visit the Firefighter Memorial Wall, explore the galleries of the Memorial Museum, and have a guided walking tour of the 9/11 Memorial. All guides have been directly affected by the events of 9/11 and will tell their personal stories. Afterward, you will have access to the 9/11 Museum to explore on your own. Proper ID is required to enter the 9/11 Memorial. Fees include round-trip transportation and all admission fees. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
Museum of the Bible
Washington, DC
MONDAY, NOV 13 | 8 AM–5:30 PM
Course: 45482 Cost: $90
There's a book that has endured for generations, been shared around the world, and is still the best-selling book of all time. Located in the heart of Washington, DC, the Museum of the Bible's 430,000-square-foot building preserves an abundance of rare and fascinating artifacts. This trip allows you to experience 4,000 years of history shaped by the Bible through innovative and interactive exhibits. Fees include round trip transportation and all admission fees. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
DC On Your Own
Washington, DC
MONDAY, NOV 13 | 8 AM–5:30 PM
Course: 45483 Cost: $80
Trip includes round-trip charter bus transportation from campus to the Natural History Museum on the National Mall for the day. Meals and any other museum or tourist admissions are not included in this fee.
Biltmore Estates, Thomas Wolfe House and Downtown Tour
Asheville, NC
THURSDAY–MONDAY, NOV 30–DEC 4
Course: 45484
Cost: Contact travel@harford.edu for fees and itinerary.
The Downtown Tour of Asheville starts our journey. Considered by many to be one of the giants of 20th-century American literature, Thomas Wolfe immortalized his childhood home in his epic autobiographical novel, Look Homeward, Angel. Wolfe’s colorful portrayal of his family, his hometown of “Altamont”— Asheville, North Carolina—and “Dixieland,” the Old Kentucky Home boardinghouse earned the Victorian period house a place as one of American literature’s most famous landmarks. Next, we visit the Biltmore Estates. Relax before the hectic holidays on this delightful tour taking you to beautiful places, examining Christmas traditions and leaving you with fond memories. The highlight of the adventure is Christmas at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, where “The Driveway is Measured in Miles and The Floor Plan is Measured in Acres.” On our return trip we will drive on the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, you will have free time at the Southern Highland Craft Guild Folk Art Center as well as a stop at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum. You will be sure to return with sugar plums dancing in your head.
Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall
We are offering two dates to choose from for this trip.
New York, NY
SUNDAY, DEC 3 | 7 AM–9 PM | 11:30 AM show
Course: 45485 Cost: $248
WEDNESDAY, DEC 6 | 7 AM–9 PM | 11 AM show
Course: 45486 Cost: $238
Join us for an extraordinary experience that will redefine "Spectacular" from the moment you enter the doors! Snow will fall, the glow of fireworks will light up the stage, and the Rockettes will dazzle you during this year's celebration. The show promises to delight and envelop you and your loved ones in the holiday spirit. Register now for the best seats! Orchestra seating, soft drink/water and popcorn voucher included. Fees include round-trip transportation and all admission fees. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
Cape May
Candlelight House Tour
Cape May, NJ
SATURDAY, DEC 9 | Noon–11 PM
Course: 45487 Cost: $115
Selected bed and breakfast inns, guesthouses, hotels, and churches open their doors and share their charm, holiday cheer, and Victorian interiors during the annual Candlelight House Tour. Free shuttle service on heated trolleys and two refreshment stations with fresh-baked cookies, wassail, tea and coffee await you as you embark on the self-guided tour of Cape May's finest. While in Cape May, you will have ample time to stroll the town, shop, and grab a bite to eat before the candlelight house tour, which begins at 5:30 PM and ends at 8:30 PM. Dress for the weather. Trip is rain or shine. Fees include round-trip transportation and all admission fees. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
Cape May
Holiday Inns and House Tours
Cape May, NJ
MONDAY, DEC 11 | 8:30 AM–9 PM
Course: 45488 Cost: $172
We will begin with lunch at the beautiful Washington Inn. You will have time to see the town before the inns and homes tour begins (1 PM to 3:30 PM). Selected historic bed and breakfast inns, guesthouses, hotels, and churches open their doors and share their charm, holiday cheer, and Victorian interiors during the annual House Tour. Free shuttle service on heated trolleys await you as you embark on the self-guided tour. Our group will then tour Emlen Physick Estate at 4:15 PM. This busy day concludes with a trolley tour of the holiday lights throughout the town. Dress for the weather. Trip is rain or shine. Fees include round-trip transportation, lunch, and all admission fees.
Longwood Gardens for the Holidays
Kennett Square, PA
SUNDAY, DEC 17 | 1 PM–8:30 PM
Course: 45489 Cost: $80 2 PM ticket entry
Christmas blooms at Longwood Gardens and you won’t want to miss it! Elegantly decorated trees and thousands of poinsettias with amaryllis, narcissus, begonias, cyclamen and tulips adorn the Conservatory. Living wreaths and other lavish decorations add to the holiday flavor. After dark, a night-blooming garden of 420,000 lights and the theatre fountains take on the colors of a Christmas rainbow. Put yourself in the holiday spirit as you take advantage of this festive travel experience. Fees include round-trip transportation and all admission fees. Meals are on your own.
General Information
- Seats are assigned by date registration is received.
- Travelers must complete a registration form and a liability form with emergency contact information for each tour.
- Letters of confirmation are sent 7–10 days prior to departure.
- Refunds are not available after tickets/meals are purchased unless a substitute can be found.