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.

Tour Dates

This tour is being developed for 10-11 days in early-to-mid April 2026. Visit iconic sites in Arizona, Utah, and New Mexico with a knowledgeable guide who will enhance your appreciation of the natural wonders you see!

Highlights

• Sedona, Arizona
• Grand Canyon
• Bryce Canyon National Park
• Antelope Canyon
• Colorado River float trip
• Canyon De Chelley
• Rehoboth and Zuni, New Mexico
• ...and more to come!

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.

Activity Level

This tour will include a couple 4-5 mile walks with moderate or little elevation gain. Additional details on these components will be included in the tour brochure once the itinerary is finalized.

Pricing

Tour pricing is still being developed. Travel insurance will be offered via TravelEx for an additional fee.

More Information

Interested in learning more? Add your name to the interest list so you’ll be notified when full tour details are available. Note: We are announcing this tour extra-early as part of our 150th anniversary year of tours, so final details and registration won't be available until late summer 2025 (approximately 9-10 months before departure).

Joining the interest list simply means you’ll be notified directly when final plans are set; it does not reserve a spot on the tour. All passengers will be accepted on a first-come basis via our partner, Witte Travel, after tour registration opens.

For questions beyond the interest list, send an inquiry to alumni@calvin.edu.

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!