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. Sold out - wait list only!
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. Single occupancy sold out!
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. Single occupancy sold out!
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 5, 2027 - May 13, 2027

Portugal & Galicia: Food and Wine

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Activity Level 3

This trip offers a wonderful overview of the best of Galicia and northern Portugal, including four wine regions of Galicia and the Vinho Verde region on the way to the wonderful Douro, finishing in the vibrant city of Porto. Single occupancy sold out!
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 16, 2027 - Jun 2, 2027

Empires, Islands & Ecosystems: Taiwan, Singapore, and the Hidden Treasures of the Philippines and Borneo Aboard Le Soléal

Study Leader(s):
Karl Eikenberry

Ship:
Le Soléal

Activity Level 3

Discover the hidden treasures of the Philippines and Borneo on an enriching voyage from dynamic Taipei to vibrant Singapore, blending Taiwan’s cultural highlights, the Philippines’ pristine islands and poignant WWII history, Borneo’s rainforests and orangutans, and Singapore’s iconic gardens and neighborhoods with relaxing days at sea and insightful lectures from your Harvard study leader.
May 24, 2027 - Jun 2, 2027

Sicily Circumnavigation: Sicily & Malta aboard Sea Cloud II

Study Leader(s):
William Granara

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. Single occupancy sold out!