Travel Beyond the Ordinary

U.S. and Canada: Insider’s Access Tours + Cruises


Smithsonian’s distinctive cultural and natural history programs and historic cruises offer a unique opportunity to experience North America’s spectacular riches. From Alaska to the grandeur of our national parks to the Great Lakes, travel on ships that accommodate up to 138 guests and include comprehensive itineraries, exciting activities, and exceptional value. You will also find some of the most enchanting cultural events, including grand opera productions offering VIP access, backstage tours and complemented by prime seating. Our art tours deliver premier access at museums and signature homes led by fine art historians. Call now to secure your space on your favorite lifetime adventure! There is limited availability on many of these Insider's tours.

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Cultural & Natural History Tours – Enjoy a VIP Experience
Astronomy in Arizona

Enjoy exclusive observatory visits and skywatching in the southwest
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 Spoleto Festival: A special performing arts tour
Jun 5 - Jun 10, 2012
Attend this spectacular world-class festival of music, dance, and theater in South Carolina
Starting at $2,895
Frank Lloyd Wright and Fallingwater
Jun 6 - Jun 10, 2012
Enjoy an in-depth tour of Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob on this exclusive architecture program
Starting at $2,195
 Treasures of Yosemite
Jun 10 - Jun 15, 2012 and Sep 9 - Sep 14, 2012
Experience the natural beauty of one of the first wilderness parks in the United States
Starting at $3,095
Santa Fe Opera
Jul 30 - Aug 3, 2012
Attend world-class opera productions in the enchanting foothills of Santa Fe
Starting at $2,795
 Battle of Little Bighorn
Aug 29 - Sep 3, 2012
Retrace the pivitol battles of the Great Sioux War and Custer's chilling defeat at Last Stand Hill
Starting at $2,195
 
 
 
Cruises of North America –Guaranteed Personalized Service Aboard Small Ships
Historic American Capitals
A cruise from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Aboard the American Glory, discover the history and modern life of American capital cities
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 Exploring Alaska's Coastal Wilderness
Aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird or National Geographic Sea
May 19 - May 26, 2012 and Jul 29 - Aug 5, 2012
Cruise Southeast Alaska's majestic Inside Passage and enjoy spectacular natural beauty and wildlife
Starting at $5,990
A Springtime Voyage from New England to Montreal
Aboard the American-Flagged, Yorktown
May 24 - Jun 5, 2012
Discovering Historic Towns & Scenic Waterways
Starting at $5,395
 From the St. Lawrence Seaway to Chicago
Exploring the Great Lakes Aboard Yorktown
Sep 15 - Sep 28, 2012
A Fall Foliage Voyage to Historic Towns & Scenic Waterways
Starting at $5,395
Columbia & Snake River
Aboard the Queen of the West
Jun 8 - Jun 16, 2012
Aboard the Queen of the West
Starting at $4,655
 Discovering a North American Treasure
Voyage to The Great Lakes Aboard the Yorktown
Jun 16 - Jun 23, 2012 and Jun 23 - Jun 30, 2012
A cruise featuring Mackinac Island, Whitefish Point and Manitoulin Island
Starting at $3,995
Great Lakes Grand Discovery
Aboard the Yorktown
Jul 21 - Aug 1, 2012
A Voyage from Lake St. Clair to Lake Superior
Starting at $3,395
 Art along the Coast of Maine
Aboard the NEW Independence
Aug 3 - Aug 11, 2012
Enjoy beautiful scenery and exclusive tours of historic landmarks on this spectacular journey along Maine's coastline
Starting at $4,355
North America's Enchanting Seaway
Aboard the Yorktown
Aug 25 - Sep 1, 2012 and Sep 1 - Sep 8, 2012
From the Great Lakes to the St. Lawrence River
Starting at $3,995

Free coach air fare to Quebec City and from Detroit from the continental US gateways for the September 1-8, 2012 voyage. Value up to $700. Restrictions apply
Magical Lake Michigan
Aboard Grande Mariner
Aug 25 - Sep 2, 2012
Discover the history along the shores of Lake Michigan on this nine-day voyage
Starting at $3,945
From the St. Lawrence River to Coastal Maine
Aboard the Yorktown
Sep 15 - Sep 28, 2012
A Fall Foliage Voyage to Historic Towns & Scenic Waterways
Starting at $5,395
 Fall Foliage Voyage to the New England Islands
& the Hudson River Aboard the Yorktown
Sep 29 - Oct 6, 2012
A cruise along the Hudson River Valley
Starting at $3,995
In the Wake of Lewis & Clark
Aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird
Oct 9 - Oct 15, 2012 and Oct 27 - Nov 2, 2012

Retrace the western route of Lewis and Clark and discover the Pacific Northwest’s serene landscapes and culinary delights
Starting at $3,490
 Art Along the Hudson
Aboard the American Glory
Oct 12 - Oct 20, 2012
View fall foliage at its peak and discover the historical and cultural treasures of the picturesque Hudson Valley
Starting at $4,355
The Historic Towns & Sites of the Chesapeake Bay,
Including the Delaware, James &
Potomac Rivers Aboard the Yorktown
Oct 22 - Oct 29, 2012
Discover history and culture on a cruise along the Atlantic Coast
Starting at $3,995
 Autumn on the Mississippi
Aboard the brand new riverboat, Queen of the Mississippi
Nov 9 - Nov 17, 2012 and Nov 23 - Dec 1, 2012
Aboard the brand new riverboat, Queen of the Mississippi
Starting at $4,955