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Osher Destinations

OSHER @ SDSU is on The Road Again

Osher Destinations

Pack your bags and your curiosity—adventure awaits! With Osher Destinations, active members can connect, explore, and discover together through unforgettable travel experiences. 

Please note: All travel experiences are undertaken at your own risk. Osher @ SDSU does not assume responsibility or liability for participation in these trips. 

A current, active Osher @ SDSU membership is required to take part in these special opportunities. Not a current member? Sign up here.

Alaska’s National Parks: Denali & the Kenai Fjords with OLLI at Arizona State University

Dates: July 31 – August 9, 2026 (10 days)
Cost: $6,329 per person (land only, double occupancy; airfare not included)
Deadline to register: March 31, 2026

For more information or to register, please email osher@ sdsu.edu.

Croatia and Cruising the Dalmatian Coast with SDSU Alumni

Dates: September 15 – 26, 2026 (10 nights, including a 7-night Adriatic cruise)
Cost: starting from $5795 per person (no single supplement for solo travelers)

For more information or to register, please email osher@ sdsu.edu.

Mozart & Classical Music Across Central Europe with OLLI at Arizona State University

Dates: October 7 – 18, 2026 (12 days)
Cost: $5,344 per person (land only; concerts optional and priced separately)
Deadline to register: March 31, 2026
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For more information or to register, please email osher@ sdsu.edu.

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta & Santa Fe

Dates: October 9-14, 2026

Cost: Land Only $2975 double, $3,925 single
With Air $3749 double, $4,699 single

For more information on how to sign up, please contact Osher staff at osher@sdsu.edu

Day 1 – Albuquerque
Arrival, hotel check-in, Welcome Dinner

Day 2 – Albuquerque
Balloon Fiesta: Dawn Patrol, Mass Ascension, Old Town, Balloon Glow

Day 3 – Albuquerque → Santa Fe
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Los Alamos Bradbury Science Museum, arrive Santa Fe

Day 4 – Taos
High Road to Taos, Chimayo’s El Santuario, Taos Plaza shopping, Taos Pueblo tour

Day 5 – Santa Fe
City tour: Plaza, Loretto Chapel, Palace of the Governors; free time; Farewell Dinner

Day 6 – Albuquerque
Return flight home

Note: This tour involves high altitude.

Activity Level 3: Moderately Active Pace – Active walking daily, some hiking, uneven terrain, hills, and steps. Less rest options available. Active sightseeing, early starts, evening activities, and significant travel times possible. NOTE: This tour involves high altitude. Please check with your doctor, if you have any health conditions affected by high altitude.

This trip includes: Round trip home pick-up*, round trip airfare**, 7 meals including 5 breakfasts and 2 dinners, Albuquerque Balloon Festival with either the mass ascension or “Special Shapes” ascension plus the evening “Balloon Glow,” touring in Santa Fe, Taos, and Albuquerque, visits to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Los Alamos Bradbury Science Museum, the scenic “High Road to Taos” drive, Chimayo’s El Santuario, and Taos Plaza shopping with a Taos Pueblo tour.

*Please see Terms & Conditions

**Rates with Air include Round Trip Home Pick-up*, Round Trip Airfare, & Hotel Transfers.

Additional Travel Opportunities for Osher @ SDSU Members

In addition to Osher @ SDSU programs, our members have access to unique travel opportunities offered through partner organizations. While these trips are not sponsored by Osher @ SDSU, they are open to our community.

SDSU Retirement Association

Spain & Portugal in Depth

  • Dates: November 7–21, 2026
  • Reservation Code: G6-29797
  • Reservations & Info: 1-800-221-2610

Holland & Belgium in Springtime

  • Dates: April 7–18, 2026
  • Reservation Code: G6-29797
  • Reservations & Info: 1-800-221-2610

University of Pittsburgh

Ireland & Northern Ireland – The Road to Peace

  • Dates: April 24–May 2, 2026
  • Reservations & Info: Call 888-747-7501 (Ext. 1) or email info@nandajourneys.com
  • Mention: OLLI at University of Pittsburgh – Ireland Road to Peace

La Dolce Vita – Culinary Tour of Italy

Nothing brings a community together like a shared meal. So let’s get cooking, together!

Please join us for an amazing week of culture, cooking, and community in the countryside of Lazio, Italy.

Together, we will experience a one-of-kind culinary adventure touring and tasting in the Ciociaria region of Italy. We will have the opportunity to participate in 4 hands-on cooking classes, coffee tasting, mozzarella making, Olive Oil Touring, Guided Village Tour… and so much more!

Date: October 13-19, 2025

This trip has sold out! If you are interested in joining the waitlist, please contact us at osher@sdsu.edu. We will reach out to you in the event there is a cancellation.

Current Osher membership and a completed, signed liability form are required to participate.

Liability Form

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