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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.

Sea Rivers/Lakes Land Family Air-Inclusive Spring Break
  • Large Sea turtle
    Jun 12, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025

    Darwin's Galápagos: A Family Journey of Discovery on the Boutique Yacht Isabela II

    Study Leader(s):
    Hopi Hoekstra
    Ship:
    Isabela II
    Activity Level 3
    Cruise from island to island over seven days and six nights, venturing ashore to observe up close birds, sea lions, marine iguanas, sea turtles, penguins, fur seals, and other wildlife that exist only here. Swim and snorkel almost every day, and release your inner explorer as you traverse fields of lava and climb dormant volcanic craters. 
  • Nyumba
    Dec 26, 2025 - Jan 6, 2026

    Tanzania Family Safari

    Study Leader(s):
    Gonzalo Giribet
    Activity Level 3
    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.
  • Macaws
    Dec 26, 2025 - Jan 2, 2026

    Costa Rica Family Adventure

    Study Leader(s):
    Joseph Henrich
    Activity Level 3
    Explore parks framed by turquoise waters, crystalline rivers, volcanoes, rainforests and cloud forests. Learn about conservation, enjoy a cooking class, hike trails and hanging bridges in the rainforests and cloud forests, experience the nocturnal sounds of the rainforest, and raft down the Sarapiqui River.
  • Camels with Pyramids in background
    Dec 27, 2025 - Jan 5, 2026

    Egypt & the Nile Family Adventure on Sanctuary Nile Adventurer

    Study Leader(s):
    Khalil Abdur-Rashid
    Ship:
    Sanctuary Nile Adventurer
    Activity Level 3
    Ring in the New Year on an eight-night journey featuring timeless wonders and special access to the ancient treasures of Egypt.
  • Bienvenidos
    Dec 27, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026

    A Family Program in Cuba

    Study Leader(s):
    To be announced
    Activity Level 3
    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. 

Coming Soon: 2026 Trips

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Shores of Iberia (Portugal & Spain) on Sea Cloud II

April 13–22, 2026

Co-sponsored cruise

Sicily (Food & Wine)

April 18–27, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Crossroads of Culture: Canary, Morocco & Iberia on Exploris One

April 27–May 9, 2026

Co-sponsored cruise

The Kumano Kodo: Sacred Sites & Pilgrimage Routes of Japan's Kii Mountains

May 4–June 1, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Central Asia's Five 'Stans

May 9–28, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Ancient & Modern South Korea

May 10–22, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Holland & Belgium aboard Magnifique III

May 11–19, 2026

Harvard exclusive by river

Japan by Sea on Heritage Adventurer

May 11– 22, 2026

Co-sponsored cruise

Circumnavigation of Ireland on Exploris One

May 14–24, 2026

Co-sponsored cruise

Scottish Isles & Norwegian Fjords on Exploris One

May 30–June 9, 2026

Co-sponsored cruise

Scotland: Hiking in the North Highlands

June 8–16, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Italian Skies (In the Footsteps of Galileo) / The Padua Model: Padua, Florence & Venice (Astronomy)

June 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Mongolia: Land of the Blue Sky

June 12–22, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Japan Family Adventure

June 14–27, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Predators & Primates of East Africa (Rwanda & Tanzania)

June 17–29, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Family Croatia Adventure on Queen Eleganza

June 27–July 6, 2026

Harvard exclusive cruise

Alaska Family Adventure

July 26–August 2, 2026 & August 9– 16, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Quintessential Peru: Cruising the Amazon on Delfin II with Machu Picchu

September 5–20, 2026

Harvard exclusive by river

Essential Greece & Aegean on Emerald Azzurra

September 22–30, 2026

Co-sponsored cruise

Wonders of Egypt on Sun Boat III

September 29–October 11, 2026

Harvard exclusive by river

Patagonia

Fall 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Burgundy (Food & Wine)

October 2026

Harvard exclusive by river

Douro River aboard AmaSintra

October 8–16, 2026

Co-sponsored cruise

Timeless Mediterranean: Palermo, Sardina, Corsica Elba to Nice aboard Sea Cloud II

October 8–16, 2026

Co-sponsored cruise

The Balkans

October 17–31, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Walking in New Zealand

November 1–15, 2026

Harvard exclusive by land

Mexico City and Oaxaca

Dates to be determined

Harvard exclusive by land

Antarctica on Le Boreal

December 25, 2026–January 7, 2027

Shared cruise voyage

Family Tanzania

December 27, 2026–January 5, 2027

Harvard exclusive by land

Total Solar Eclipse of August 2, 2027 (in Luxor, Egypt)

July 28–August 4, 2027

Harvard exclusive by land

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