Cultural & Educational Travel | Smithsonian Journeys

A Danube River Cruise <p>Discover nine countries and many World Heritage sites as you cruise the fabled Danube River through the heartland of Central and Eastern Europe between Germany and Bulgaria, with stays in Prague and Sofia.</p>

Smithsonian at Space Academy <p>Mark the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 as you go behind the scenes at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, for a VIP experience. Meet scientists, engineers, and astronauts and participate in space exploration simulations and astronaut training activities. </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>

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>

France Through the Ages <p>Discover the essence of France as you travel from Carcassonne to the châteaux of the Loire Valley, Mont St. Michel, the D-Day beaches of Normandy, and Paris.</p>

Bryce, Zion, and the Grand Canyon <p>Explore national parks of the American Southwest from the immense Grand Canyon and the sandstone spires of Bryce to the red-rock cliffs and chasms of Zion. </p>

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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>

Dublin <p>Enjoy a stay in Dublin and discover the cultural and natural highlights of Ireland's dynamic capital and surrounding countryside.</p>

Tailor-Made Travel to India <p>See India exactly how you want to see it with a Tailor-Made Journey!</p>

Walks and Cuisine of Provence <p>Become immersed in the landscapes of Provence during leisurely walks that showcase the historic sites, culinary highlights, and vineyards of the Rhône River and Luberon Valley.</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

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

Smithsonian travelers enjoying the Great European Journey

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