Smithsonian Journeys | Cultural and Educational Travel

Celebrate Smithsonian <p>Go behind the scenes for an insider's look at Smithsonian artifacts and state-of-the-art research facilities. This year our exclusive one-time only program reflects on Smithsonian's mission of the increase and diffusion of knowledge. </p>

Living in France <p>Enjoy the wonderfully relaxed and graceful lifestyle of Provence during this three-week immersion program in Aix-en-Provence. Live like a local as you learn about France’s culture, history, cuisine, and language.</p>

Expedition to Antarctica <p>See the White Continent in its unspoiled state—turquoise glaciers, bustling penguin rookeries, and breaching whales.</p>

In the Wake of Lewis and Clark <p>Enjoy autumn colors and clear blue skies as you trace the route of Lewis and Clark, exploring one of America's great waterways along the Columbia and Snake Rivers.</p>

Tanzania Safari <p>Journey from the depths of Ngorongoro Crater and the vast plains of the Serengeti to exotic Zanzibar. You'll discover the breadth of Tanzania's riches, including abundant wildlife, varied cultures, and valued traditions.</p>

Railroading the Rockies <p>Join us in Colorado to experience the breathtaking scenery of the Rocky Mountains from the windows of historic trains!</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>

Discover Ireland: A Family Journey <p>Explore Dublin’s vibrant Viking past, cruise along the Cliffs of Moher, and sleep like royalty when you spend two nights at an Irish castle on a family journey to Ireland. </p>

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Tailor-Made Foodie Tour of the United Kingdom and Ireland <p>Work with a Country Specialist to craft a tailor-made journey and experience London's Borough Market with a food critic, tour working farms in England's scenic Lake District, explore the culinary delights of Edinburgh's Old and New Towns, meet with an oyster farmer in Belfast, and visit County Clare to indulge in Irish specialties and to see the Cliffs of Moher.</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>

Hiking Scotland’s Hebrides and Highlands <p>Embrace mountain hikes and leisurely coastal walks in the Hebrides and Highlands. Step back in time as you walk up to ancient standing stones and iconic castles, meet weavers and distillers, and take in breathtaking landscapes from the Isle of Lewis and Harris and the Isle of Skye to Loch Ness and the Cairngorms.</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>

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The Smithsonian Difference

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

Smithsonian travelers enjoying the international Cannes Film Festival

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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