Cultural & Educational Travel | Smithsonian Journeys

County Mayo <p>Experience the essence of Irish culture through the eyes of its people in Westport, County Mayo, and the surrounding region. During this charming cultural stay program, enjoy day trips to historic sites and iconic landscapes in northwest Ireland, from Sligo to Galway.</p>

The Genius of Leonardo da Vinci <p>Explore the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci in Florence and Milan, immerse yourself in creations by his contemporaries, and come to understand the role of collaboration and shared ideas among the great thinkers of his day.</p>

Waterways of Holland and Belgium <p>Enjoy a river cruise along the canals and waterways of Holland and Belgium as you take in their magnificent art collections, spellbinding gardens (including more than seven million tulips at Keukenhof Gardens), and enchanting medieval villages.</p>

Cruising Southern Coastlines <p>Savor the charm of the South and gain insight into its history during a cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway.</p>

<p>(Cruise formerly title – Springtime in the South)</p>

Legendary Peru <p>Discover the breathtaking wonders of the Andes and Machu Picchu's enigmatic ruins, plus enjoy time with the top-hatted Uros people of Lake Titicaca, a native ceremony in the beautiful Sacred Valley, and lunch in the home of a Cuzco family.</p>

Art Along the Coast of Maine <p>Discover the enduring appeal of Maine's magnificent coastline, an inspiration for evocative seascape paintings by renowned American artists, during this popular cruise.</p>

Across Northern Spain and Portugal <p>Stay in historic lodgings as you journey from Lisbon to Barcelona to explore breathtaking architecture and important religious shrines, fishing villages and cosmopolitan cities, and Basque and Catalan cultures.</p>

Treasures of Tuscany: A Family Journey <p>Join us for a fun-filled stay in Tuscany! Visit nearby Florence, Siena, and San Gimignano; enjoy hands-on art and culinary activities; and stay in a medieval village at an upscale, historic Tuscan villa (with a refreshing pool).</p>

Tailor-Made Spain <p>This journey offers a look at Spain's diverse culture and history, spending time in the capital city of Madrid, Catalonia, and the Basque Country.</p>

Inn to Inn Hiking to Machu Picchu <p>Enjoy the thrill and challenge of a six-day inn-to-inn trek in the Andes, following the Salkantay route, culminating at iconic Machu Picchu. Care is taken for full acclimatization as well as comfort in intimate mountain lodges.</p>

Around the World by Private Jet <p>Exotic adventure awaits you at every turn as you journey across five continents, experiencing the world's legendary sites up close, from climbing the terraced steps of Machu Picchu to traversing the Serengeti Plain on safari.</p>

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Smithsonian Journeys travelers enjoying the Emerald Isle in front of Blarney Castle

Smithsonian Travelers on the African Safari taking a group photo with a surprise guest

Smithsonian Travelers enjoying there trip to Potsdam, Germany, taking a group photo in front of Sana Souci Palace.

Smithsonian travelers observing the Arctic-blue glaciers and spectacular scenery of Alaska

Smithsonian travelers in Fiordland National Park on New Zealand's South Island. Credit: Ed Kanze

Smithsonian travelers in Antarctica. Credit: Jim Zimbelman

Smithsonian Around the World by Private Jet traveler in India. Credit: Dr. Richard Kurin

Smithsonian travelers on Easter Island

Smithsonian group at Potala Palace, Tibet

Smithsonian traveler in Agra, India

Smithsonian travelers in Bali. Credit: Dawn Rooney

Smithsonian travelers aboard Zodiacs in Alaska

Smithsonian travelers in Singapore. Credit: Dawn Rooney

Smithsonian travelers on a hike in Europe

Smithsonian travelers in Morocco

Smithsonian travelers at dinner on our Old World Europe trip

Smithsonian travelers in the Baltics

Smithsonian Journeys Legendary Peru travelers at Machu Picchu

Smithsonian travelers enjoying the Highlights of Italy

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Smithsonian travelers at Loch Lomond. Credit: Katherine Forsyth

Railroading in New England. Credit: Jen Slowey

Smithsonian Journeys travelers exploring the Galápagos Islands

Smithsonian Journeys travelers at Cannes Film Festival

Smithsonian Journeys travelers on an Expedition to Antarctica

Smithsonian Journeys travelers on an Expedition to Antarctica with the Le Soléal in the background

Smithsonian Journeys travelers on an Expedition to Antarctica with the Le Soléal in the background

Smithsonian Journeys traveler on an Expedition to Antarctica

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