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CAA/CALL Travel: Red Rocks and Canyons in the American Southwest
- Tue, Apr 07–Sat, Apr 18, 2026
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Calvin celebrates its 150th anniversary during the 2025–2026 school year, and our travel program is joining the celebration by exploring 10 countries across six continents. Join us as we commemorate Calvin’s global reach with an exciting line-up of tours.
Highlights
- Sedona, Arizona
- Grand Canyon
- Bryce Canyon National Park
- Upper Antelope Canyon
- Colorado River float trip
- Canyon De Chelley
- Rehoboth and Zuni, New Mexico
- Hubbell Trading Post
- El Morro National Monument
Tour Host
Gerry Van Kooten, Calvin professor of geology emeritus, spent 20+ years as a petroleum geologist in Alaska followed by 13 years of teaching at Calvin. He now spends part of each year at his home in Sedona, Arizona, where he and his wife, Jan, enjoy hiking with friends throughout the region. Jan Van Kooten, a music teacher and choir director who has accompanied Gerry on many geology field trips, will serve as tour manager.
Activity Level
This tour is more active than some CALL/alumni tours, with three opportunities for hiking as well as a river float trip. Tour participants should be comfortable walking 3–5 miles on sometimes-rocky paths. Note that the Bryce Canyon hike has about 625 feet of elevation gain. Gerry and Jan are open to working with passengers if modifications are needed.
Pricing
$4,995 per person from Grand Rapids (double occupancy)
$5,790 per person for single-room accommodations
Departures are available from other cities upon request ($75 fee for assistance with alternate flights). Trip insurance is available; review the TravelEx policy for details.
More Information
Download the tour brochure for a complete itinerary and full tour details. If you'd like us to mail you a print copy of this brochure, drop us a note at alumni@calvin.edu with your address and we'll send one out.
Register online via Witte Travel. The tour is planned for 24 participants plus tour hosts.
Calvin tours are open to any friends of CALL and the Calvin Alumni Association who wish to travel with us. Explore other Calvin-sponsored tours, too!