List of Trips

Anchored by stays in vibrant Toulouse and enchanting Paris, the journey features diverse Languedoc, the remote Dordogne, the lovely Loire Valley, and historic Normandy while staying in charming rural inns and small country hotels.

Discover the Galapagos as Darwin did, sailing island to island on an unforgettable shipboard adventure. Throughout the cruise, youth coordinators will conduct fun-filled, interactive learning activities for children of all ages, and expert naturalists will lead excursions the entire family will enjoy.

This twelve-day program includes a six-night cruise down the Rhine and Moselle rivers and four nights in the Swiss Alps—featuring the Matterhorn and Mount Pilatus. SOLD OUT - WAITLIST ONLY

During naturalist-led excursions and from the comfort of your own ocean-view cabin, see cobalt blue glaciers, towering mountains, untouched coastlines and abundant wildlife—whales, harbor seals, porpoises, sea lions, sea otters and eagles in their natural habitat.

Cruise from picture-perfect Venice along the stunning Adriatic coast and through the Corinth Canal to Athens.

Explore the vast breadth of the Great Lakes including a seven-night, exclusively chartered cruise through the five Great Lakes from Toronto to Milwaukee.

Join us for this unparalleled and comprehensive nine-day Aegean odyssey to the very cradle of Western civilization and the classical world.

This 13-day program features seven countries along the eastern Danube River Valley, a mystical region steeped in natural beauty, medieval cities, charming villages, and rugged countryside.

Circumnavigate seductive Sicily, stepping stone between Europe and Africa, aboard the elegant Sea Cloud II.

Cruise aboard the AmaDouro through verdant landscapes, stepping ashore to explore timeless villages, tour remarkable museums and historic sites, sample excellent varieties, and savor delicious cuisine.

Exotic sights, scents, and sounds reign in this fascinating land where Europe and Asia meet.

Saudi Arabia is a country of barren sands masking great oil reserves, millennia-enduring archaeological sites sharing city blocks with modern engineering marvels, and conservative Islamic ideals juxtaposed by images of luxury symbols from the West.

Embark on a captivating journey through the vast, pristine wilderness of Patagonia, where you can choose from tailor-made adventures such as trekking in a national park, white-water rafting, kayaking, or mountain biking. SOLD OUT - WAITLIST ONLY

Journey through Vietnam, a land of natural beauty, abiding tradition, and profoundly hospitable people. SOLD OUT - WAITLIST ONLY

Unravel the richness of Cuba on a program that includes time in Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad, and Santa Clara.

This classic family safari heads deep into the wilds of northern Tanzania, where you'll experience an unmatched blend of world-class wildlife viewing, exhilarating nature walks, and intimate encounters with tribal culture. SOLD OUT - WAITLIST ONLY

Experience the fascinating history, arts, and culture of ancient Egypt during an eight-night journey for the whole family.  ONE CABIN LEFT!

Learn about Cuba’s history and discuss the reforms driving changes with local guests, while experiencing a variety of Cuban art, music, and dance during activities designed for all ages.

Bookended by stays on land in Luang Prabang, Laos and Chiang Rai and Bangkok, Thailand, float along a lesser-traveled stretch of the Mekong aboard a boutique riverboat with only eight spacious staterooms and two luxurious suites. 

On a week-long expedition, discover awe-inspiring monuments, timeless art, ornate terra-cotta temples, colonial architecture, and the extraordinary energy of village life along the Ganges.

Sail to seven island paradises, once vital stops on transatlantic trade routes, and rediscover often-forgotten links between the Caribbean and the birth of the United States.

On this incredibly rich educational program, cruise up the Mississippi River from New Orleans to Memphis on the 185-berth American Splendor, built in 2016 in the classic paddle-wheeler style.

This journey of astonishing beauty and consummate adventure captures the magnificence of four distinct nations. It’s also nature’s showcase come to life: ocean and mountains, desert and plains, waterfalls and wildlife extraordinaire.

Cruise from Aqaba to Athens, exploring iconic sites and archaeological wonders in Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Greece—all on one program!

Stay at the intimate lodgings of Spain’s paradores and Portugal’s pousadas: medieval monasteries, historic fort­resses, and stately palaces, each reflecting the spirit of its region. Feel the spell of Iberia’s rich Roman and Moorish past—and the pull of its vibrant contemporary life.

View a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, at one of the premier viewing locations in the country, the Hill Country of central Texas. Harvard Alumni Travels has found an exclusive viewing site to maximize your enjoyment, comfort, and convenience. SOLD OUT - WAITLIST ONLY

Combine a three-night luxury hotel stay on the French Riviera with a relaxed four-night cruise from Nice to Rome, with port calls in Portovenere (for the Cinque Terre), Livorno (for Lucca or Florence), and the Isle of Elba.

A stellar overview of the best wines of Bordeaux and the north of Spain, including Michelin restaurants, top classified Bordeaux chateaux, Riojan reds, several wine pairing dinners and a wine blending class.

This journey offers a rare view into Nepal and Bhutan, starkly beautiful countries flourishing in the isolation of the Himalayas and offering a richness of religious and cultural traditions and an amazing diversity of art and architecture.

Travel on a lodge-to-lodge adventure to majestic archaeological sites that lead to remote and uncrowded trails abounding in natural beauty and dotted with Andean communities.

Hike along the varied coastlines of Scotland’s west coast featuring high cliffs, spectacular sea lochs, fjords, bays both sandy and rocky, caves, arches—and more.

Discover the Galapagos as Darwin did, sailing island to island on an unforgettable shipboard adventure. Throughout the cruise, youth coordinators will conduct fun-filled, interactive learning activities for children of all ages, and expert naturalists will lead excursions the entire family will enjoy.

Discover Mongolia's amazing scenery, endemic wildlife, ancient history, and cultural traditions on this adventure-packed journey.

The towering peaks of the Alps serve as the stunning backdrop for this Swiss and Austrian exploration. Discover mountain villages and European cities, ride the famed Glacier Express, cruise on glassy lakes, and ascend snowcapped summits.

Cruise to the temples and cities left behind by waves of civilizations, including prehistoric peoples and the ancient Greeks, Carthaginians, and Romans.

Experience the gems of Catalonia on this Balearic Sea adventure that combines a land program and an elegant cruise on the elegant Sea Cloud II.

Exotic sights, scents, and sounds reign in this fascinating land where Europe and Asia meet. Discover ancient ruins, traverse stunning landscapes, and tour the dramatic Turquoise Coast.

Journey through Vietnam, a land of natural beauty, abiding tradition, and profoundly hospitable people.

Discover a region of turquoise waters and crystalline rivers, of volcanoes, rainforests, and cloud forests. Learn from local biologists about sea turtle conservation, enjoy a cooking class, hikd through rainforest trails and over hanging bridges, and raft down Class II / III rapids.