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

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.
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. Sold out - waitlist only!
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).
Dec 25, 2026 - Jan 7, 2027

Voyage to Antarctica Aboard L'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.
Feb 5, 2027 - Feb 12, 2027

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

Study Leader(s):
Ani Patel and Jennifer Burton

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.
Feb 25, 2027 - Mar 10, 2027

New Zealand by Sea: Queenstown to Auckland on Heritage Adventurer

Study Leader(s):
Scott Edwards

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.
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. Sold out - waitlist only!
May 6, 2027 - May 17, 2027

Wonders of Slovenia and Croatia aboard Queen Eleganza

Study Leader(s):
Rachel Love

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!
Jun 25, 2027 - Jul 7, 2027

Treasures of Türkiye by Land & Sea Featuring Five Nights Aboard Privately Chartered Turkish Gulets

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Activity Level 3

Discover Türkiye on a journey that weaves history, culture, and coastal beauty together. Begin in Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meet, and explore iconic landmarks before continuing to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the Mediterranean’s most impressive archaeological sites. Savor regional cuisine and experience the warmth of Turkish hospitality throughout. Then cruise the stunning Turquoise Coast aboard a privately chartered gulet, with time to swim, snorkel, and relax in secluded bays.
Jun 29, 2027 - Jul 11, 2027

Highlands, Islands & Fjords - From the Scottish Highlands to Norway's Coastal Splendor aboard Hebridean Sky

Study Leader(s):
Fran Ulmer

Ship:
Hebridean Sky

Activity Level 3

Sail aboard the 57-cabin Hebridean Sky on a 10-night summer voyage tracing Viking routes from Aberdeen to Norway’s glittering fjords and idyllic villages, where snowcapped peaks, ancient settlements, and the magic of the Midnight Sun meet warm Scandinavian hospitality and off-the-beaten-path ports.
Jul 26, 2027 - Aug 7, 2027

Greece to Malta Aboard Sea Cloud II: Chasing the Eclipse Under Sail

Study Leader(s):
Gordon Teskey

Ship:
Sea Cloud II

Activity Level 3

Witness “The Eclipse of the Century” from an unmatched vantage point in the Mediterranean Sea aboard the majestic Sea Cloud II. The longest totality in over 100 years is bookended by historic wonders and UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Greece, Malta, and Sicily on a voyage for the ages.
Aug 19, 2027 - Aug 27, 2027

Darwin’s Galápagos aboard the Isabela II

Study Leader(s):
Terence D. Capellini

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 than on neighboring islands.
Sep 19, 2027 - Sep 29, 2027

Croatia, Albania & the Adriatic: Dubrovnik to Naples Aboard Sea Cloud II

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Ship:
Sea Cloud II

Activity Level 3

In Montenegro, walk through Kotor’s Venetian stronghold and explore Albania’s Roman amphitheaters and Byzantine monasteries. From Puglia’s hilltop towns to Paestum’s Greek temples and painted tombs, curator-led visits and exclusive museum access illuminate how successive civilizations—Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Venetian, Ottoman–left their architectural signatures on these shores. Regional tastings and private tours complete this journey through a sea that connected empires.
Sep 25, 2027 - Oct 8, 2027

Indonesia: Bali, Borneo & Beyond aboard Heritage Adventurer

Study Leader(s):
Andrew Berry

Ship:
Heritage Adventurer

Activity Level 3

Celebrate the mosaic of vibrant cultural traditions and the stunning natural beauty of the Indonesian archipelago. Begin in Bali, exploring rice terraces and lush gardens, and enjoy a cooking demonstration and gamelan performance.
Oct 8, 2027 - Oct 19, 2027

In Search of Odysseus: Istanbul to Naples aboard Hebridean Sky

Study Leader(s):
To be announced

Ship:
Hebridean Sky

Activity Level 3

Set sail through the Aegean and Mediterranean on a voyage inspired by Homer’s Odysseus. Highlights include Istanbul’s Dolmabahce Palace and Hagia Sophia, the sacred island of Delos, the ruins of Troy, the Palace of Nestor in Pylos, Trapani’s dramatic coastline, and Malta’s historic sites. Single occupancy sold out!
Oct 23, 2027 - Nov 7, 2027

Seychelles & Madagascar aboard Island Sky

Study Leader(s):
Alison Frank Johnson

Walter Johnson

Ship:
Island Sky

Activity Level 3

Sail aboard the 59-cabin Island Sky from the pristine coral atolls of the Seychelles—home to 100,000 giant tortoises—to Madagascar’s otherworldly landscapes and lemur-filled forests, with guided snorkeling, expert-led nature walks, and an optional safari extension near Kruger National Park.