Travel with the Bellarmine Community!
Knights Abroad: A Bellarmine Alumni & Donor Travel Experience
June 12-20, 2026
Join fellow Bellarmine Knights for an unforgettable journey through France, hosted by Office of Development and Alumni Relations. This exclusive travel opportunity invites alumni and donors to rediscover the world through the lens of global learning—accompanied
by expert Bellarmine faculty and staff.
Inspired by the immersive nature of a study abroad experience, this inaugural program blends cultural exploration with meaningful connection. Guests will travel alongside Michael Wade, Director of the Office of Military and Veteran Services and an accomplished
military historian, as they explore Paris, Normandy, Omaha Beach, and other remarkable destinations.
Experience the beauty, history, and flavor of France—while engaging in enriching conversations and deepening your connection to the Bellarmine community.
Ready to learn more? Please fill out our interest form.
A Bellarmine staff member will reach out to you with more information.
Hear Michael Wade, Director of the Office of Military and Veteran Services discuss highlights of our trip.
Questions? Please contact Bethany Padgett at bpadgett01@bellarmine.edu or 502-272-7063.
Other Travel Opportunities
All trips escorted by Lou Conkling, Knights Travel, Class of 1976. Call Lou on 502 292-4750 or email lou@knightstravel.com for more details and reservations. Join the Viking cruise family!
Empires of the Mediterranean – Onboard the Viking Star – Visit Ancient Ruins & Iconic Cities
August 13, 2026
Ten days. Nine magnificent destinations. One epic journey. Sail the Adriatic and Aegean, taking in all the riches of this fabled region. On an exploration bookended by iconic Venice and Athens, discover the ancient ruins of Olympia and the Acropolis. Explore the medieval warrens of Zadar and Dubrovnik, and admire the famed whitewashed villages of Santorini. Delight in the beauty of Corfu and be captivated by Koper, the gateway to picturesque Slovenia. Click here to learn more.
Passage to Eastern Europe – Onboard the Viking Ullur – Sail to Lands Rich in Traditions
April 12, 2027
See Bucharest’s 3,000-room Palace of Parliament. Make banitsa bread with a home cook in Vidin. Explore Belgrade’s Ottoman and European treasures, including the 6th-century Kalemegdan Fortress. View the Danube’s towering Iron Gate. Witness Hungary’s daredevil Puszta horsemen. Behold Budapest’s grandeur. Once hidden behind the Iron Curtain, the eastern Danube still has secrets to reveal on this enriching cruisetour. Click here to learn more.
Into the Northwest Passage – Onboard the Viking Octanis – Majestic Scenery of the Arctic
July 23, 2027
Discover the rugged landscapes and awe-inspiring nature of the Arctic Circle. Immerse yourself in Inuit customs and traditions while exploring towns dotted with colorful wooden houses. Witness the towering peaks of Greenland and the blue-tinged glaciers of the Canadian High Arctic, as you kayak pristine fjords, or partake in a thrilling Zodiac landing. Join Viking on a once-in-lifetime voyage to remote territories beneath the skies of the midnight sun. Click here to learn more.