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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
  • Sea Turtle
    Mar 19, 2026 - Mar 27, 2026

    Darwin's Galápagos: A Journey of Discovery on Isabela II

    Study Leader(s):
    Martin Puchner
    Amanda Claybaugh
    Ship:
    Isabela II
    Activity Level 3
    Discover the Galápagos as Darwin did, sailing island to island on an unforgettable shipboard adventure. Begin in Quito, Ecuador’s capital city, with a welcome reception and dinner. Fly to Baltra Island and board an exclusive charter of the 40-berth Isabela II.  Visit several islands, each with endemic species that have evolved differently from neighboring islands. Single occupancy sold out!
  • Alhambra
    Apr 13, 2026 - Apr 22, 2026

    Shores of Iberia: Portugal & Spain Aboard the Sea Cloud II

    Study Leader(s):
    Lizabeth Cohen
    Herrick Chapman
    Ship:
    Sea Cloud II
    Activity Level 3
    Follow in the wake of the ancient Spanish and Portuguese mariners on this extraordinary cruise aboard the beautiful Sea Cloud II, soaking up the rich history of the Iberian Peninsula. Sold out - waitlist only!
  • Miyajima
    May 12, 2026 - May 23, 2026

    Japan by Sea on Heritage Adventurer

    Study Leader(s):
    Niall Kirkwood
    Ship:
    Heritage Adventurer
    Activity Level 3
    From the bustle of Tokyo to the tranquil historic and artistic quarters of Kanazawa and the island worlds of Miyajima and Sado, this program highlights ancient traditions, sacred temples and shrines, and celebrated gardens and castles, while also showcasing Japan’s modern achievements, artistic wonders, and culinary riches. Single occupancy sold out!
  • Reine, Norway
    May 26, 2026 - Jun 5, 2026

    From the Scottish Highlands and Orkney Islands to Norwegian Fjords on Sea Spirit

    Study Leader(s):
    James Salzman
    Ship:
    Sea Spirit
    Activity Level 3
    Embark on an exploration of Norway and northern Scotland's breathtaking landscapes, remote islands, and ancient settlements during the height of spring. Enjoy Zodiac excursions, whale watching, and stepping ashore at picturesque fjord-side towns and tiny villages. Sold out - waitlist only!
  • Croatia
    Jun 27, 2026 - Jul 6, 2026

    Adriatic Adventure: The Best of Croatia Aboard Queen Eleganza

    Study Leader(s):
    Alison Frank Johnson
    Ship:
    Queen Eleganza
    Activity Level 3
    In a region well worth exploring for its natural beauty alone, visit spellbinding archaeological sites, National Parks, dramatic palaces, and ancient city centers that illuminate the layered history of the Dalmatian Coast.
  • Polar Bear
    Aug 25, 2026 - Sep 11, 2026

    Expedition to the North Pole & the Arctic aboard Le Commandant Charcot

    Study Leader(s):
    Ship:
    Le Commandant Charcot
    Activity Level 3
    We invite you to be among the few in the world to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime 15-night journey— an extraordinary expedition to the Geographic North Pole aboard Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s only luxury icebreaker powered by hybrid-electric propulsion. 
  • Mykonos
    Sep 22, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

    Essential Aegean: Athens, Mykonos, Ephesus & Crete

    Study Leader(s):
    Margaret Andrews
    Ship:
    Emerald Azzurra
    Activity Level 3
    This unforgettable introduction to Greece begins with three nights in Athens followed by a four-night luxury cruise through the Aegean. Highlights include sunrise in Delos, sunset in Mykonos, the ruins of Ephesus, and an optional post-trip extension to the charming Peloponnese Peninsula. Single occupancy sold out!
  • City of Cagliari at sunset
    Oct 8, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026

    Timeless Islands of the Mediterranean: Palermo to Nice aboard Sea Cloud II

    Study Leader(s):
    Jeffrey Schnapp, Carl A. Pescosolido Professor of Romance Languages and Literatures and of Comparative Literature
    Ship:
    Sea Cloud II
    Activity Level 3
    Sail the Mediterranean as you venture to culturally rich islands off the coast of Italy and France: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba (plus Portofino and Genoa).
  • Seal
    Dec 25, 2026 - Jan 7, 2027

    Voyage to Antarctica AboardL'Austral

    Study Leader(s):
    David Armitage
    Ship:
    L'Austral
    Activity Level 3
    An expedition to discover the Antarctic Peninsula and its most beautiful secrets surrounded by stunning natural scenery.
  • Martinique coast
    Feb 5, 2027 - Feb 12, 2027

    Caribbean Islands & Living Traditions: Barbados to Sint Maarten Aboard Sea Cloud II

    Study Leader(s):
    To be announced
    Ship:
    Sea Cloud II
    Activity Level 3
    Sailing from Barbados aboard the romantic Sea Cloud II, this Caribbean voyage connects six distinctive islands across the Lesser Antilles. From active volcanic landscapes and 18th-century fortifications to skilled artisans preserving maritime traditions, contemporary art studios, Indigenous communities maintaining ancestral practices, and botanical gardens guided by expert naturalists—this journey presents the Caribbean through multiple lenses of natural wonder, historical resilience, and living culture.
  • Kiwi bird
    Feb 25, 2027 - Mar 10, 2027

    New Zealand by Sea: Queenstown to Auckland on Heritage Adventurer

    Study Leader(s):
    To be announced
    Ship:
    Heritage Adventurer
    Activity Level 3
    Travel through New Zealand during late summer to early autumn, when the country enjoys warm, steady weather ideal for exploration. Begin with an overnight stay in Queenstown, then board the Kiwi owned and operated Heritage Adventurer for a nine-night voyage from Fiordland National Park to Auckland. Travelers may choose from a range of excursions that highlight glacial landscapes, geothermal activity, Māori traditions, and the natural beauty found across New Zealand’s three main islands.
  • Korcula
    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.
  • Lipari Italy cliffs and rocks
    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. 
  • Solar Eclipse
    Jul 26, 2027 - Aug 7, 2027

    Total Solar Eclipse of 2027 aboard Sea Cloud II

    Study Leader(s):
    To be announced
    Ship:
    Sea Cloud II
    Activity Level 3
    Experience the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse aboard Sea Cloud II

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Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar

January 2027

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Whales and Butterflies (Mexico) Natural History

February 2027

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Alabama – Civil Rights

March 2027

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Mexico City

March 2027

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Japan by Sea on Heritage Adventurer

April 10 – 20, 2027

Co-sponsored Cruise

Uzbekistan and Caucasus (Armenia and Georgia) 

April 20 – May 6, 2027

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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

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Sicily aboard Sea Cloud II

May 24 – June 2, 2027

Co-sponsored cruise

Cruising the Rhine: Legendary Landscapes, History & Art

June 17 – 26, 2027

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Tanzania Migration & Rwanda

June 7 - 21, 2027

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Türkiye (with Gulets)

June 2027

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Scottish Highlands to Norway on Hebridean Sky

June 29 – July 11, 2027

Co-sponsored Cruise

Galápagos Islands

August 20 – 26, 2027

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Patagonia: Atacama and Explora Lodges in Torres del Paines

September 2027

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Santa Fe, NM

September 2027

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Montenegro, Albania & Southern Italy: Dubrovnik to Naples Aboard Sea Cloud II

September 18 – 29, 2027

Co-sponsored Cruise

Bali, Borneo & Beyond Indonesia on Heritage Adventurer

September 25 – October 8, 2027

Co-sponsored Cruise

Paris and Champagne: Food & Wine

October 5 – 12, 2027

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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

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Buenos Aires Long Weekend for young alumni

November 2027

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Family India 

December 2027/January 2028

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Family Tanzania 

December 2027/January 2028

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Family Egypt

December 2027/January 2028

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Family Costa Rica

December 2027/January 2028

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Belize and Guatemala

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