Special Interest Journeys
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Pursue your particular passion in-depth on one of our Special Interest Journeys that are truly "Smithsonian-unique"! Drawing upon the research and collections of the Institution, these journeys reflect the interests of both the Smithsonian and our curious travelers. Join fellow travelers who share similar interests in topics ranging from art to aviation or astronomy, and from British mystery writers to cars or film. Take a course at Oxford, explore Black history in London, discover the life of Alexander the Great, commemorate D-Day, or enjoy a rare visit to CERN in Switzerland. Whatever your interest, Smithsonian Journeys ensures a unique and top-notch learning experience.
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The Battle of Britain
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$6,795
- July 17, 2020 - July 25, 2020
- Sept. 14, 2020 - Sept. 22, 2020
Smithsonian at Chautauqua: The Battle for Women’s Suffrage
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$4,240
- July 25, 2020 - Aug. 1, 2020
Art Meets Science in Switzerland
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$8,995
- Sept. 3, 2020 - Sept. 11, 2020
- Oct. 1, 2020 - Oct. 9, 2020
- May 6, 2021 - May 14, 2021
- Sept. 2, 2021 - Sept. 10, 2021
Toronto International Film Festival
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$4,790
- Sept. 9, 2020 - Sept. 14, 2020 | Early booking savings available!
In the Wake of Lewis and Clark
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$6,390
- Oct. 9, 2020 - Oct. 17, 2020 | Early booking savings available!
- Oct. 23, 2020 - Oct. 31, 2020 | Early booking savings available!
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Paris: The African American Experience
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$4,590
- Oct. 10, 2020 - Oct. 18, 2020 | Early booking savings available!
- April 24, 2021 - May 2, 2021 | Early booking savings available!
- May 1, 2021 - May 9, 2021 | Early booking savings available!
- Aug. 28, 2021 - Sept. 5, 2021 | Early booking savings available!
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In the Footsteps of Galileo
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$5,395
- Oct. 11, 2020 - Oct. 18, 2020
- Nov. 1, 2020 - Nov. 8, 2020
Classic Mystery Lover's England
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$6,295
- Oct. 16, 2020 - Oct. 24, 2020
- Oct. 30, 2020 - Nov. 7, 2020
- Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 9, 2021
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Smithsonian at Space Academy
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$3,995
- Nov. 8, 2020 - Nov. 12, 2020
- March 7, 2021 - March 11, 2021
- Nov. 7, 2021 - Nov. 11, 2021
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Astronomy and Natural Wonders of Hawaii
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$6,895
- Nov. 11, 2020 - Nov. 19, 2020
- April 6, 2021 - April 14, 2021
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Holiday Markets
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- Nov. 24, 2020 - Dec. 5, 2020 | Early booking savings available!
- Dec. 4, 2020 - Dec. 15, 2020 | Early booking savings available!
Solar Eclipse 2020: Chile, Argentina, and the Path of Totality
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$8,290
- Dec. 6, 2020 - Dec. 16, 2020
Solar Eclipse 2020: Argentina with Los Glaciares National Park and the Path of Totality
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$8,290
- Dec. 7, 2020 - Dec. 17, 2020
Astronomy in Arizona
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$3,590
- April 11, 2021 - April 15, 2021 | Early booking savings available!
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In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great
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$5,495
- April 15, 2021 - April 23, 2021
- Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 9, 2021
London: The African Diaspora
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$4,890
- May 13, 2021 - May 21, 2021 | Early booking savings available!
- June 3, 2021 - June 11, 2021 | Early booking savings available!
- Sept. 16, 2021 - Sept. 24, 2021 | Early booking savings available!
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Smithsonian at the Cannes Film Festival
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- May 17, 2021 - May 25, 2021
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An Arctic Cruise of Norway’s Svalbard
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- June 16, 2021 - June 26, 2021
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Solar Eclipse 2021: Antarctica and the Path of Totality
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$13,995
- Nov. 27, 2021 - Dec. 10, 2021 | Early booking savings available!
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