Harvard Alumni Travels

Discover, learn, and connect as you travel the world with Harvard study leaders and fellow alumni! To learn more about our programs, contact us at haatravels@harvard.edu or call (617) 496-0806.

Program Type

Region

Season

Activity Level

Trip Dates - start date (field_trip_dates)

Sea Rivers/Lakes Land Family Air-Inclusive Spring Break

Feb 17, 2027 - Mar 4, 2027

Sri Lanka Sojourn

Study Leader(s):
Peter W. Galbraith

Activity Level 3

Uncover Sri Lanka’s soul on a journey from coastal fort towns and wildlife-filled national parks to misty tea country and ancient royal capitals. Ride scenic trains, climb iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and end with sunset by the Indian Ocean in Negombo.
Feb 23, 2027 - Mar 9, 2027

Egypt & The Eternal Nile II

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Activity Level 3

Accompanied by an expert Egyptian guide, this singular small group journey through antiquity travels from vibrant Cairo and the Great Pyramids to Abu Simbel and the Upper Nile for a fascinating cruise on Lake Nasser. Then: a classic voyage along the Nile from Aswan to Luxor before returning to Cairo. Sold out - waitlist only!
Mar 14, 2027 - Mar 27, 2027

Moroccan Discovery

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Activity Level 3

This land of dramatic contrasts invites us to encounter its ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert and storied mountains, imposing kasbahs and spirited souks. As we travel from the imperial cities of Rabat, Fez, and Marrakech to the High Atlas and vast Sahara, we open our eyes and hearts to a truly foreign land, an age-old culture, and genuinely hospitable people.
Mar 25, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027

Southern Africa Odyssey

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Activity Level 3

It’s a small group journey of astonishing beauty and consummate adventure, one that captures the magnificence of four distinct nations. It’s nature’s showcase come to life: ocean and mountains, desert and plains, waterfalls and wildlife extraordinaire. It’s Southern Africa, where diversity reigns and where visitors are welcomed as never before. Single occupancy sold out!
Apr 10, 2027 - Apr 20, 2027

Japan by Sea: Kanazawa to Kobe aboard Island Sky

Study Leader(s):
Alexandra Vacroux

Ship:
Island Sky

Activity Level 3

Discover the beauty of Japan on an 8-night voyage aboard the elegant Island Sky, exploring temples, shrines, gardens, and castles framed by spring’s fresh greenery. Begin in Kanazawa, known for its samurai and geisha districts, exquisite seafood, and Kenroku-en, one of Japan’s top three gardens. Visit historic castles, stroll stunning gardens, and explore Naoshima Island with a private lecture by author Pico Iyer. Marvel at the red torii of Itsukushima Shrine and spend a day in South Korea at Gyeongju, a UNESCO World Cultural Site. Tailor your journey with curated excursions and enjoy all the comforts of the all-suite Island Sky.
Apr 19, 2027 - May 6, 2027

Armenia, Georgia & Uzbekistan

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Activity Level 3

Journey from the Caucasus to Central Asia through Armenia, Georgia, and Uzbekistan, tracing the Silk Road across monasteries and mosques, vineyard-covered hills and desert citadels, while lectures, artisan visits, and conversations with local leaders reveal how these crossroads cultures continue to reinvent life between Europe and Asia.
May 1, 2027 - May 13, 2027

Baltic Frontiers: A Journey Across Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania

Study Leader(s):
Kelly O'Neill

Activity Level 3

Journey through Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania to trace their transformation from medieval trade hubs to cutting-edge digital societies as you explore fortified Old Towns, Art Nouveau boulevards, lakeside castles, and powerful sites of memory that illuminate how the Baltic nations have continually reshaped their place in Europe.
May 6, 2027 - May 17, 2027

Wonders of Slovenia and Croatia aboard Queen Eleganza

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Ship:
Queen Eleganza

Activity Level 3

Begin your journey in Slovenia’s charming capital, Ljubljana, and explore the storybook beauty of Lake Bled. Then set sail from Zadar aboard the intimate 18-cabin Queen Eleganza, cruising along the stunning Croatian coast to Dubrovnik and stopping at Trogir, Split, Hvar, Korčula, and Mljet. A relaxed pace and overnight stays in port offer time to explore, dine, and connect with local life.
May 24, 2027 - Jun 2, 2027

Sicily Circumnavigation: Sicily & Malta aboard Sea Cloud II

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Ship:
Sea Cloud II

Activity Level 3

Delight in an eight-night private charter circumnavigation of Sicily aboard the iconic Sea Cloud II. Beginning and ending in Malta, the journey includes one night in Valletta, the capital of the island nation and one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world. Visit Sicily’s treasures with stops in Trapani, Palermo, Giardini Naxos, and Syracuse.

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Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar

January 2027

Harvard Exclusive by land

Alabama – Civil Rights

March 2027

Harvard Exclusive by land

Mexico City

March 2027

Harvard exclusive by land

Uzbekistan and Caucasus (Armenia and Georgia)

April 20 – May 6, 2027

Harvard exclusive by land

Baltic Frontiers: A Journey Across Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania

May 2 – 13, 2027

Harvard exclusive by land

Portugal and Galicia: Food & Wine

May 6 – 14, 2027

Harvard Exclusive by land

Cruising the Rhine: Legendary Landscapes, History & Art

June 17 – 26, 2027

Harvard exclusive by river

Türkiye (with Gulets)

June 2027

Harvard Exclusive by land

Scottish Highlands to Norway on Hebridean Sky

June 29 – July 11, 2027

Co-sponsored Cruise

Galápagos Islands

August 20 – 26, 2027

Harvard Exclusive by Sea

Patagonia: Atacama and Explora Lodges in Torres del Paines

September 2027

Harvard exclusive by land

Santa Fe, NM

September 2027

Harvard exclusive by land

Bali, Borneo & Beyond Indonesia on Heritage Adventurer

September 25 – October 8, 2027

Co-sponsored Cruise

Paris and Champagne: Food & Wine

October 5 – 12, 2027

Harvard Exclusive by land

Journey of Odysseus (Istanbul to Naples) on Hebridean Sky

October 8 – 19, 2027

Co-sponsored Cruise

Danube on Transcend: Symposium Style

October 16 – 23, 2027

Co-sponsored Cruise

Seychelles & Madagascar on Island Sky

October 23 – November 7, 2027

Co-sponsored Cruise

Southern Africa Odyssey: The Best of South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, & Zimbabwe aboard Zambezi Queen

October 26 – November 10, 2027

Harvard Exclusive by land and river

Egypt & the Nile

October 2027

Harvard exclusive by land and river

Algeria

Fall 2027

Harvard exclusive by land

Buenos Aires Long Weekend for young alumni

November 2027

Harvard exclusive by land

Family India

December 2027/January 2028

Harvard exclusive by land

Family Tanzania

December 2027/January 2028

Harvard exclusive by land

Family Egypt

December 2027/January 2028

Harvard exclusive by land

Family Costa Rica

December 2027/January 2028

Harvard exclusive by land

Belize and Guatemala

Dates to be announced

Harvard Exclusive by land

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