List of Trips

Moroccan Discovery

Study Leader(s): Kay Kaufman Shelemay

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Waitlist Only This land of dramatic contrasts invites you to encounter its ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert and storied mountains, imposing kasbahs and spirited souks. Read More

HMSC Native American Voices

Study Leader(s): Philip J. Deloria

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Take a road trip through the Dakotas and Colorado to learn about the Sioux, Hidatsa, Mandan, Lakota, Dakota, Ute, Navajo, and Apache Nations. Read More

Landscapes of Peace: The Legacy of World War I in Belgium & France

Study Leader(s): R. Nicholas Burns

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

On this trip through northern France, explore major sites on the Western Front and examine both how World War I was fought and how it has been remembered. Then, indulge in the fruits of the Champagne region with visits to vineyards and tastings. Read More

The Holy Land: Israel & Palestine

Study Leader(s): Peter Machinist

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Explore the Biblical, archaeological, and cultural heritage of stunning Israel and Palestine. Read More

Incredible Bhutan

Study Leader(s): Michael Szonyi

Activity Level 4: Up for a challenge

This journey through Bhutan takes you through diverse landscape, including deep valleys and high mountain passes. Discover the last great Himalayan kingdom, where a traditional Buddhist culture embraces global developments. Bhutan offers a blending of the ancient and modern culture and traditions. Explore the many religious and cultural landmarks of Bhutan, which will certainly be a memorable experience. Read More

HMSC Silk Road Odyssey: The Five 'Stans

Study Leader(s): Alexandra Vacroux

Activity Level 4: Up for a challenge

Trace the path of the great camel caravans along the Old Silk Road, wandering the fabulous bazaars and stepping into the past on the streets crowned with complex Persian architecture. Read More

Mystical India

Study Leader(s): To be announced

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Immerse yourself in the culture of mystical and spiritual India. Enjoy a home-hosted meal, search for Bengal tigers, and witness traditional Hindu ceremonies on this adventure through India’s cities and sites. Read More

Exploring Havana, Cuba

Study Leader(s): To be announced

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Explore Havana, the vibrant capital of this Caribbean nation. Immerse yourself in Cuban culture through interactions with local artists, academics, and entrepreneurs. Read More

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

Study Leader(s): Gavin H. Whitelaw

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Set in the dense forests of the Kii Mountains, the six footpaths known by the collective name "Kumano Kodo" connect the sacred sites of Koyasan, the Kumano Sanzan, and the Grand Shrine of Ise. Read More

Egypt & the Nile: A Journey into Antiquity

Study Leader(s): John "Jay" Ellison

ship: Sanctuary Sun Boat III

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Enjoy special access to the monuments and artistic treasures of Egypt during an extraordinary New Year's trip. Read More

Egypt & the Eternal Nile

Study Leader(s): Leeanne E. Alonso; Alfonso Alonso

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

This 15-day small group journey reveals antiquity’s treasures in Cairo, then on a Lake Nasser cruise and a classic Nile voyage from Aswan to Luxor, before returning to Cairo. Read More

Shakespeare's England: The Bard's Lessons in Leadership

Study Leader(s): Dr. Nancy Koehn, James E. Robison Professor of Business Administration at HBS

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Journey to England and walk in the footsteps of world renowned playwright William Shakespeare, from Oxford University to the Globe Theater. HBS professor Nancy Koehn will join you and share her insights on the management styles and leadership qualities of historical leaders. Read More

Italy's Southern Charms: Unexpected Treasures and Gastronomy in Puglia and Matera

Study Leader(s): To be announced

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Spend seven nights in Puglia, discovering the radiant coastline of the Mediterranean for an insider’s look at the fascinating culture of the heel of the Italian stivalo (boot). Read More

Namibia & Botswana

Study Leader(s): Zarin Machanda

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Southern Africa is unrivaled in its extreme diversity of eco-systems. Search for the Big Five in Botswana and Namibia and gain insight into human evolution during a visit to the "Cradle of Humankind." Read More

Mysteries of Papua New Guinea

Study Leader(s): To be announced

Activity Level 3: A little more to it

Synonymous with adventure and home to the world’s most exotic tribes, Papua New Guinea is a land as colorful and astonishing as its fabled bird of paradise. Read More

Scotland's Orkney & Shetland Islands Hiking Adventure

Study Leader(s): Daniel Lord Smail

Activity Level 4: Up for a challenge

Explore Scotland's Northern Isles by foot to discover their wealth of geological, archaeological, and natural sites in a glorious setting. Read More

Camino de Santiago: In the Footsteps of St. James

Study Leader(s): To be announced

Activity Level 4: Up for a challenge

For more than a thousand years, pilgrims have walked the Way of St. James, seeking penance, enlightenment, and adventure. Follow in these peregrinos’ (pilgrims’) footsteps on selective hikes along Europe’s celebrated Camino de Santiago. Read More