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Every trip is the trip of a lifetime, and it’s easy to see why our travelers keep coming back, year after year.

Embark on a Trip Unlike Any Other

Our diverse lineup of educational adventures lets you learn and explore endlessly—whether you are venturing somewhere new or looking to gain a deeper appreciation of a familiar destination.

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Andalusia

A month-long immersion into the delights of southern Spain

Enjoy the life of a local during a stay in sunny Marbella. Language classes and an enticing array of excursions round out this unforgettable trip.

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India

An enchanting tour of sites, spectacles, and sounds

Experience the historic, cultural, and spiritual heart of Central India including the Taj Mahal and Varanasi.

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New Zealand

Walking the South Island's great tracks

Explore one of the most pristine places in the world with its glaciated peaks and cobalt-blue fjords framed by thick rainforests.

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Look ahead to 2027

From California’s desert parks to the remote Socotra Archipelago, our line-up of journeys for 2027 brings destinations both near and far to life through insightful lectures from Stanford professors and carefully crafted itineraries.

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Dutch Waterways

A river cruise through the Netherlands

Soak up Amsterdam's incredible art scene, then cruise the rivers and canals of Holland, visiting storied cities and taking in the idyllic countryside.

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Mount Kilimanjaro

Summit the roof of Africa

Realize one of the planet’s most rewarding achievements, summiting Kilimanjaro’s Uhuru Peak on this challenging non-technical climb.

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Tonga

Swimming with majestic humpback whales

Off the path of cruise lines, this South Pacific archipelago of more than 170 islands is awash with marine-rich waters, coral reefs and crystal-clear lagoons.

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Meet Some of Our Exceptional Faculty Leaders

Here’s a unique perk you won’t find anywhere else: a Stanford education to go. With renowned Stanford faculty and scholars leading the way, every Travel/Study trip is an intellectual adventure.

Ayla Pamukçu

Earth and Planetary Science

Professor Pamukçu works on unlocking the history of volcanoes through observations and data spanning a wide range of scales and perspectives.

Join Ayla in Iceland

Daniel Sneider

East Asian Studies

A lecturer in East Asian Studies at Stanford University, Dan has focused his studies on U.S. foreign policy in Northeast Asia, the foreign policy of Japan and Korea, and the formation of wartime historical memory in Asia.

Join Dan in Korea

Caroline Winterer

History

A professor in Stanford’s department of history since 2004 and director of the Stanford Humanities Center from 2013 to 2019, Caroline studies the exchange of ideas between Europe and America.

Join Caroline in Italy

Collections Designed With You in Mind

Whatever your travel style, we have a trip that will meet your needs—and give you an unforgettable, enriching experience. Explore our curated collections to find your next big adventure.

Nature & Wildlife

See stunning vistas and spectacular wildlife with experienced trip leaders, and immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of our shared planet.

Sea & River Cruises

Experience a cruise like none other and see a totally different side of the cities, towns and scenic seascapes along the way.

Family Adventures

Share your enthusiasm for travel and your love of learning with the whole family on one of our trips uniquely tailored for a range of ages and interests.

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