Group travel opportunities are offered throughout the year, including trips to museums, sporting events, dinner theatres, casinos, and other popular attractions.
Several overnight trips of two days or longer are offered in partnership with local and national travel agencies.
Upcoming Trips
All prices based on double occupancy, add $100 for non-members. Single, triple and quad rates are also available for most trips. Small deposit holds your spot and is refundable up to date of final payment. Brochures are available for each trip. See Mill Race Center Travel department for more information. Insurance is also available on all trips at time of booking.
Treasures of Tuscany • April 30-May 9, 2025
10 days; $5,749 per person with air fare from Indianapolis double occupancy. $7,598 for single occupancy. Explore the artistic wonders of Florence, stroll through the medieval charm of Lucca and Pisa, hunt for truffles in San Miniato, master the art of pasta-making in San Gimignano, savor world-famous cheeses in Pienza, and indulge in the rich culinary traditions of Siena and Arezzo.
London and Paris • May 14-22. 2025
Free air fare extended to November 30, 2024.
9 days; $4,299 per person double occupancy
Enjoy two panoramic city tours of London and Paris, an excursion to Leeds Castle and the Cliffs of Dover and learn about life in a château at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte. Visit the regal Palace of Versailles on this 9 day tour of London and Paris.
Montana and Glacier National Park • July 5-12, 2025
8 days; $4249 per person double occupancy. The awesome grandeur of Glacier National Park is on display from the comfort of a historic Red Bus travelling along the legendary Going-to-the-Sun Road. Cruise through Waterton Lakes National Park and follow in Lewis & Clark’s footsteps to the Gates of the Mountains.
Alaska’s Inside Passage Cruise • August 26-September 3, 2025
9 days, 22 Meals. Prices vary based on cabin but start at only $3,449! Want to do Alaska but not for 2 weeks? This is a great option with one night in Vancouver before getting on a cruise through the beautiful inside passage. We will explore Vancouver, Inside Passage Northbound, Tracy Arm Inlet, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay, and Ketchikan!
Danube Explorer with Oktoberfest • September 19-29, 2025
Free Air Fare extended to November 30, 2024 – Amanda is going!
Prices vary based on cabin selection. Visit five countries: The Czech Republic • Germany • Austria • Slovakia • Hungary and enjoy a 7-night cruise in a suite or stateroom of your choice onboard an Emerald Waterways Star-Ship. We will end the trip in Munich with reserved seats in a traditional Oktoberfest tent- where we can enjoy the festivities and participate in one of Munich’s most famous traditions!
Yellowstone and Jackson Hole • September 20-26, 2025
Free Air Fare extended to September 30, 2024.
7 days; $3,699 per person double occupancy The beauty of Yellowstone National Park comes to life with the natural wonders of Old Faithful, the Norris Geyser Basin and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Tour scenic Grand Teton National Park, take a scenic float trip on the Snake River and discover treasures of the Old West in historic Jackson Hole.
South Africa Safari: April 22-May 4, 2026
SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE featuring Stellenbosch wine country, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, and Cape Town. Contact Amanda for additional information for this once in a lifetime experience as we search for the BIG 5!
Contact Amanda Coleman for additional information or to register for any of the trips listed above at travel@millracecenter.org or 812-376-9241 ext. 215.
To register for these trips contact the Mill Race Center office at 376-9241.
Bus Trips
Washington, DC: April 10-15, 2025
9 MEALS. Stay 1 mile from all the major sites! Experience the beauty and magic of spring at the annual cherry blossom festival. As delicate pink petals blanket the trees, parks and streets transform into a picturesque wonderland, inviting visitors to revel in the fleeting beauty of nature. Join the celebration with traditional food, music, and dance, and witness the stunning cherry blossoms in full bloom. Whether you’re strolling through a tranquil garden or participating in lively festivities, the cherry blossom festival offers a mesmerizing experience that captures the essence of renewal and beauty.
Hilton Head, Savannah and Charleston: September 21-27, 2025 ONLY NEED 30 to go!
Let’s enjoy a trip along the beautiful coast! We will explore Hilton Head Island with its beautiful beaches and history. We will enjoy breakfast daily, 1 lunch at Paula Dean’s famous restaurant and 3 dinners while we embark on this trip. We will tour the Parris Island Museum, Savannah History Museum, River District and more! Pricing is $1,549 per person.
Day Trips
Athens Restaurant & Steak House Thurs., January 16
Cost:$10m/$15nm+lunch on own We will travel to Franklin for lunch at Athens Restaurant and Steak House. Leave MRC at 10:30AM. Return at approx. 1:30PM. Max: 12
Grateful Grub Fri., January 24
Cost: $10m/$15nm lunch on own We will have lunch at this popular restaurant in North Vernon which features a variety of great menu items plus homemade desserts. Leave MRC at 10:20am return approx.1:30pm. Max: 12
Friend’s Diner Fri., February 7
Cost: $10m/$15nm lunch on own We will have lunch at Friend’s Diner in Whiteland, a favorite restaurant with great home cooking. Leave 10:15am, return approx. 1:30pm. Max 12
Brown County Inn Wed., February 19
Cost: $10m/$15nm lunch on own We will have lunch at the Brown County Inn in Nashville. Leave 10:30am, return approx. 1:30pm. Max 12
Flap-Jack’s Pancake House Mon., March 3
Cost: $10m/$15nm lunch on own We will travel to Bargersville to have lunch at Flap-Jack’s Pancake House. They offer a huge variety great home cooking. Leave 10:15am, return approx. 1:30pm. Max 12
Derby Dinner Shows
Love, Lies & The Lottery, Wednesday, February 5 – Matinee Buffet
$55 members, $65 non-members. Ever wonder what happens when a multi-million-dollar lottery prize goes unclaimed? Poor Peter never did until he discovers he has the winning ticket and only a week to claim the prize! Will he make it in time? A laugh-out-loud comedy. Contains adult themes. Max: 12
