Harvard Alumni Travels

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 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. 

Venerable cultures, fabulous food & wine, and towering terrain await you on this adventure to Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia.

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.

From Istanbul to Antalya discover ancient ruins, traverse stunning landscapes, and tour the dramatic Turquoise Coast. 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.

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.

Cruise the Mekong through Laos, explore the spectacular Angkor Wat and the sublime Ha Long Bay, and engage with local farmers and hill villagers on this comprehensive, well-paced adventure. SINGLE ACCOMMODATIONS SOLD OUT

Traverse the Kalahari via South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Namibia! See spectacular Victoria Falls, go on safari at Chobe National Park, and marvel at the world’s largest crested dunes at Sossusvlei. End with a four-night stay in beautiful Cape Town. SOLD OUT - WAITLIST ONLY

Encounter ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert and storied mountains, and imposing kasbahs and spirited souks as you travel from the imperial cities of Rabat, Fez, and Marrakech to the High Atlas and vast Sahara.

Embark on an 18-day adventure to traverse all five of Central Asia's 'Stans. This journey delves into the tapestry of ancient and modern landscapes, winding through mountains, deserts, and steppes.

Home to some of the planet’s greatest and most refined wines, Burgundy’s reputation is as good as it gets. This is the opportunity to discover the wines, personalities, and landscape of this wonderful part of France with a Harvard Study Leader and co-host Raymond Blake, an Irish wine journalist and author who has an intimate knowledge of the region. SINGLE OCCUPANCY SOLD OUT!

Travel from city to country and back again—from gracious Edinburgh to England’s legendary Lake District, spectacular Snowdonia to the rural Cotswolds and Roman Bath, and ending in cosmopolitan London.

Explore Italy’s southern climes from striking Sicily and the breathtaking Amalfi Coast to unheralded Apulia, the alluring “boot heel” where a vivid history, unique architecture, and bountiful plains join the sun and sea.

Beginning with four nights in magnificent Istanbul and ending in Antalya, explore ancient ruins such as Troy and Ephesus, visit important historical sites including Gallipoli, and experience stunning landscapes along the Turquoise Coast.

Journey through antiquity from Cairo and the Great Pyramids to Abu Simbel, ancient Nubia, and Lake Nasser—and a classic voyage along the Nile from Aswan to Luxor before returning to Cairo.