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Smithsonian Journeys The Smithsonian Institution’s official travel program for 55+ years. 500+ annual departures on 7 continents.

We're still feeling the glow from this summer's total solar eclipse! Visit our blog to see a photo gallery and find out ...
09/01/2026

We're still feeling the glow from this summer's total solar eclipse! Visit our blog to see a photo gallery and find out how we celebrated Eclipse Day at two Spanish wineries with astronomy experts (and So. Many. Telescopes.). Link in comments!

Join the first Smithsonian Journeys' tour dedicated entirely to Malta! This tiny island nation is graced with sun-warmed...
08/19/2026

Join the first Smithsonian Journeys' tour dedicated entirely to Malta! This tiny island nation is graced with sun-warmed stone cities, vivid reminders of ancient and medieval history, and a unique local culture.

• See a Caravaggio masterpiece in St. John’s Co-Cathedral.
• Walk the walled capital of 4,000 year-old Mdina.
• Encounter the ancient megalithic temples of Ggantija.
• Cruise the stunning harbor of Valletta, Europe’s smallest capital and a World Heritage site.
• Make traditional pastizzi at a cooking class.
• Venture to the spectacular Sanap Cliffs of Gozo.
• Visit the Roman Catholic Basilica of Ta’ Pinu.

See the full itinerary on our website and join us in 2027! https://s.si.edu/4eJeTlP

Yesterday's total eclipse offered up pure celestial magic, and our travelers were in prime spots to celebrate it. We too...
08/13/2026

Yesterday's total eclipse offered up pure celestial magic, and our travelers were in prime spots to celebrate it.

We took over two vineyard estates in northern Spain with festivities that included wine tastings, vineyard walks, live music, and panel discussions with a dynamic crew of Smithsonian Journeys Experts: astronomers, astrophysicists, planetary geologists and the like.

To the east, our travelers toasted the phenomenon in comfort aboard Le Dumont d'Urville just off the coast of Palma de Mallorca.

Take a look at some of the day's highlights, and find out how you can watch the 2028 eclipse over Australia with us at SmithsonianJourneys.org.

We're celebrating Christmas in July by looking forward to the Christmas markets!Choose from two European river cruises o...
07/25/2026

We're celebrating Christmas in July by looking forward to the Christmas markets!

Choose from two European river cruises overflowing with the spirit of the season.

Immerse yourself in the magic of Central Europe at Christmastime on a cruise to the enchanting holiday markets along the Danube River from Nuremberg to Budapest. Or soak up the delights of the season as you sail the to some of oldest and largest Christmas markets in all of Europe along the Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel.

See both itineraries on our website: https://s.si.edu/4eClNJp

We're celebrating 250 years of independence by enjoying the amazing treasures our country has to offer! From awe-inspiri...
07/04/2026

We're celebrating 250 years of independence by enjoying the amazing treasures our country has to offer!

From awe-inspiring geysers and glaciers, to charming Wild West towns and lively Cajun country, the American story is written across magnificent landscapes and legend-filled sites.

With Smithsonian Journeys, you can travel across the frontier lands in the footsteps of Wild Bill Hickok and Sitting Bull on a journey from the Badlands to Yellowstone. Or join one of our experts to experience the splendor of Yosemite, protected by Abraham Lincoln in 1864 while the Civil War raged. Explore maritime history as you sail the Great Lakes, or island-hop across Hawai’i on a trip designed for you.

Where will your next adventure take you? Whether you head to the Big Easy or the Alaskan backcountry, America the Beautiful awaits!

See all of our tours across the U.S.: https://s.si.edu/449zmfy

Africa is making waves in World Cup news, with an unprecedented nine teams advancing to the Round of 32. Each of the tea...
07/02/2026

Africa is making waves in World Cup news, with an unprecedented nine teams advancing to the Round of 32. Each of the teams represents a fascinating country filled with multi-faceted cultures and diverse landscapes—and Smithsonian Journeys has plenty of ways to explore several of them, from hiking adventures to culture-focused trips and safaris to small-ship cruises. Take a look at just some of things our travelers will be doing in Africa this year.

• Gazing up at the Pyramids of Giza, sailing the Nile to tombs and temples, and examining the treasures of King Tut at the new Grand Egyptian Museum.
• Venturing into the ancient medinas of Fez and Marrakech and spending a night in a Berber-style tent amid the Saharan dunes.
• Exploring the rich history and cultures of West Africa, from stilt villages to colorful markets to the evocative “slave castles” along Ghana’s coast.
• Observing lions and elephants in South Africa’s wilderness parks on a small-ship cruise that includes stops in Cape Town in southern Namibia.

See full itineraries on our website: https://s.si.edu/3QTsrmP

Check out our new ways to take on the trails!Introducing three new food- and wine-focused adventures that invite you to ...
06/30/2026

Check out our new ways to take on the trails!

Introducing three new food- and wine-focused adventures that invite you to explore the vineyards and timeless villages of some of the most beloved wine regions of Italy, France, and Spain.

Vineyards not your vibe? Travel to Vietnam on a journey that will have you hiking to the hilltribe villages of Sapa and kayaking among tiny islands and karst cliffs on Ha Long Bay.

Get out your walking shoes and join us! See all Active Journeys on our website: https://s.si.edu/3QvGsa9

It’s not too late to discover a delightful part of Europe this fall! Join us and spend a week getting to know a compelli...
06/24/2026

It’s not too late to discover a delightful part of Europe this fall!

Join us and spend a week getting to know a compelling destination in depth, be it Prague, Italy’s Amalfi Coast, or Andalusia. You’ll settle into a central home base and explore the region in depth alongside a Smithsonian Journeys Expert. You might delve into Basque culture while staying in a 10th-century parador on the border of France and Spain, or soak up the mystical beauty of England’s Lake District. These unique journeys encourage you to slow down and savor the highlights and the hidden gems of your destination.

See all Cultural Stays on our website: https://s.si.edu/4xM3b2r

06/02/2026

On August 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse will pass over remote parts of Greenland and Iceland’s western edge before arcing across northern Spain. Two summer trips will put Smithsonian Journeys travelers right in the path of totality—which just happens to cover World Heritage sites, intriguing c...

Picture this: You’re toasting golden hour while tasting local vintages at a winery in northern Spain this August. Gradua...
06/02/2026

Picture this: You’re toasting golden hour while tasting local vintages at a winery in northern Spain this August. Gradually, the already magical light takes on a surreal quality. And then the lights go out. For a few unforgettable moments, the total solar eclipse has replaced golden hour with an eerie darkness. When the moon moves on, a sunset over the vineyards is your encore.

As this summer’s solar eclipse sweeps down from the Arctic and across northern Spain, Smithsonian Journeys will be poised in the path of totality. On two distinct itineraries, each accompanied by astronomers and other experts, our travelers will visit World Heritage sites and cities rich in history and architecture, from Madrid to Burgos or Segovia. When the eclipse occurs on the evening of August 12, it will find them at an acclaimed winery, where they’ll witness the celestial event during festivities.

See which eclipse adventure is right for you and read more about these two itineraries on our blog: https://s.si.edu/439mdld

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