Domestic Travel at OLLI
ACTIVITY LEVELS
Activity level rankings are provided for programs as appropriate; please consider your needs and abilities when registering. For questions, including accessibility inquiries, please reach out to us at the office at (864) 633 - 5242 or at olli@clemson.edu!
These programs require very little physical fitness and consist of little physical activity.
These programs require a fair amount of physical fitness and may require you to be active for up to three hours at a time. Many programs in the active category may require up to a mile of walking before taking a break and will likely cause you to break a bit of a sweat.
These programs consist of slightly more physical activity than those in the “Easy” category. These programs may, for example, consist of equal parts walking and riding, sitting, or stopping.
These programs require a good deal of physical fitness and more physical activity. These programs may require, for example, a lot of walking on uneven terrain and/or up and down hills for long periods of time.
Active Domestic Travel Plans
Where will OLLI go this year? Find out by checking our travel plans, and join us on a fulfilling adventure too!
Road Scholar: An Exclusive Learning Adventure for OLLI Members
at Clemson and Emory
By: Road Scholar
Date: Sunday, September 20 to Friday, September 25, 2026
Activity Level: Active
Program Only Prices (Roundtrip airfare to Philadelphia is not included):
Double Occupancy: $2,099
Single Occupancy: $2,799
Program Summary:
Philadelphia is America’s most remarkable hometown, enriched by centuries of history, heritage, culture and connections. Led by experts, experience its lively diversity as we explore neighborhoods such as Society Hill, Independence National Park and elegant Rittenhouse Square. Learn about the role of civic institutions and architecture of different eras, and savor the flavor of a flourishing dining renaissance. You’ll even meet Ben Franklin himself.
Program Highlights:
Retrace the footsteps of our Founding Fathers — and Mothers! — from William Penn to Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross as you walk to Old City sites including Independence Hall and Elfreth’s Alley.
Marvel at distinctive architecture spanning three centuries of achievement on Society Hill, at City Hall and the Masonic Temple.
Experience the rich tradition of the arts and culture of Philadelphia at a public event.
Program Price Includes:
5 Nights of Accommodations
11 Meals: 5 B, 2 L, 4 D
5 Expert-led lectures
6 Field trips
1 Performance
Group travel and transfers throughout the program
A Group Leader to accompany you throughout the program to handle all logistics
Modest gratuities, taxes and destination fees
The Road Scholar Emergency and Travel Assistance Plan, including 24-hour assistance for medical and other emergencies
Accommodations:
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City, 5 nights
Located in the heart of Philadelphia's arts district along the Avenue of the Arts, the Doubletree Hotel Philadelphia sits just across from the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Academy of Music, and Merriam and Wilma Theaters. Walk from our hospitable downtown hotel to South Street, the Italian Market, Antiques Row, Rittenhouse and Washington Squares, the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the Historic Waterfront District, and all the unique historical sites that make Philadelphia a national treasure.
To learn more or reserve your spot, please contact Frania Monarski at Road Scholar
Space is limited to 24 members
Deadline to Respond is Friday, January 9, 2026
Alaska: Call of the Wild
By: Premier World Discovery
Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026 to Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Activity Level: Active
Double Occupancy: $5,925 per person, includes roundtrip airfare from Greenville with $100 booking discount
Single Occupancy: $7,350 per person, includes roundtrip airfare from Greenville with $100 booking discount
Trip Highlights
Experience the wild beauty of Alaska on an unforgettable journey from Anchorage to Denali and Seward. Ride a deluxe dome railcar to Denali National Park for a guided wilderness tour with chances to see bears, moose, and more. Travel the scenic Seward Highway, stopping at a local farm, then cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park to see glaciers and marine wildlife. Enjoy free time in Seward before a Farewell Dinner caps off your adventure in America’s Last Frontier.
Click here for the complete itinerary and to register, or pick up a brochure at the Cheezem Education Center.
