Man on camel with pyramids in the distance.Egypt and the Eternal Nile

Including cruises on the Prince Abbas and Sun Ray

March 13 – 27, 2023

Accompanied by an expert Egyptian guide, this singular small group (maximum of 24 passengers) journey reveals antiquity’s treasures in Cairo, then on a Lake Nasser cruise and a classic Nile voyage from Aswan to Luxor, before returning to Cairo.

Approximately $5,297 (including airfare from Boston or New York)

Brown faculty: Ross S Kraemer, Professor Emerita of Religious Studies
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Structure in water at sunset with mountains in the background.Insider’s Japan

Urban and pastoral highlights

March 15 – 27, 2023

This truly fascinating small group (no more than 24 participants) tour features Tokyo, cultural capital Kyoto, and magnificent Mt. Fuji. Engage in local life and head off the beaten path to the lovely historic cities of Takayama and Kanazawa.

Approximately $6,784 (including airfare from Los Angeles)

Brown faculty: Samuel E Perry, Associate Professor of East Asian Studies
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Building on the river in the Canary Islands.Cruising the Canary Islands and Morocco

On Le Dumont d’Urville

April 12 – 20, 2023

Cruise from Las Palmas to Casablanca, visiting four UNESCO World Heritage sites. Explore the natural beauty of the Canary Islands and treasures of Morocco on this journey featuring scenic coastlines and idyllic ports rarely visited by larger vessels.

From approximately $4,995

Brown faculty: Edward L Widmer, Visiting Scholar in History
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Island village with cathedral at the top.European Coastal Civilizations

Cruise from Lisbon to London on Le Bellot

April 24 – May 3, 2023

Explore the storied legacies and dynamic cultures of coastal Portugal, Spain, France, and England. Special guest Dwight David Eisenhower II, noted historian and grandson of General and President Dwight D. Eisenhower, joins us to commemorate the historic D-Day landings.

From approximately $5,995

Brown faculty: L Peter Gromet, Professor Emeritus of Geological Sciences
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Bridge lit up at night in Paris.Grand Seine River and Normandy Passage

Cruise on the Amadeus Diamond

May 16 – 24, 2023

Cruise roundtrip from Paris as you experience historic Honfleur and Rouen, explore opulent abbeys, walk through Monet’s gardens, and even enjoy lunch at a castle. Visit poignant D-Day beaches, the Caen Memorial, and Paris’ landmarks. No supplement for single travelers!

From approximately $3,895

Brown faculty: Stephanie Gaillard, Lecturer in French and Francophone Studies
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Ronda Plaza De Toros in Spain.Alumni College in Spain – Andalucía in a Parador

Antequera

June 8 – 16, 2023

Immerse yourself in southern Spain’s culture and history. From your base in Antequera, in Andalucía’s heartland, discover the legacy of Moorish Spain. Explore Granada, Córdoba, Sevilla, and Ronda with your small group (maximum of 24 participants). No single supplement!

Approximately $2,995

Brown faculty: Alani Hicks-Bartlett, Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature, French and Francophone Studies, and Hispanic Studies
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A row of multicolored houses in Norway.Norwegian Fjords and the Midnight Sun

Oslo, Bergen, and Tromsø

June 8 – 18, 2023

Discover sensational scenery, cultural treasures, and life above the Arctic Circle on this small group (no more than 24 passengers) journey. Cruise along the breathtaking Aurlandsfjord, watch storybook landscapes unfold aboard mountain railways, and experience the midnight sun.

Approximately $4,995

Brown faculty: Reid F Cooper, Professor of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences
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Moon over iceberg with a pink sky.Circumnavigating Iceland

Cruise on Le Bellot

June 17 – 25, 2023

Discover the “Land of Fire and Ice,” where glaciers cap volcanoes and Viking ruins coexist with geothermal baths, mud pots, and geysers. Highlights include Reykjavík, crossing the Arctic Circle, UNESCO-designated Surtsey (one of Earth’s youngest islands), and Grímsey Island.

From approximately $5,695 (including airfare from select cities)

Brown faculty: to be announced
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Bridge in Paris with ornate building in the distance.Paris

Featuring the African American Experience

July 15 – 23, 2023

Learn how African American culture forever influenced the City of Light, including remarkable contributions to its jazz and art scenes. In this small group (maximum of 24 passengers), enjoy a gastronomic walking tour, Montmartre, a Seine River cruise, and more.

Approximately $3,795

Brown faculty: Noliwe Rooks, L. Herbert Ballou University Professor of Africana Studies, Chair of Africana Studies
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Beautiful lake with trees and mountains.Canadian Rockies Explorer

With Glacier National Park

July 24 – August 3, 2023

One of North America’s great unspoiled wildernesses, the Canadian Rockies richly reward travelers. From St. Mary Lake and Lake Louise to Maligne Canyon and Sulphur Mountain, this small group (maximum of 24 participants) journey includes three magnificent national parks.

Approximately $5,851 (including airfare from Seattle).

Brown faculty: to be announced
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Stone village with bridge and blue skies.Croatia and Cruising the Dalmatian Coast

Three nights in Zagreb and cruise on the Infinity

August 22 – September 2, 2023

Begin with vibrant Zagreb, visit Plitvice Lakes National Park, and sail along the Dalmatian coast. Enjoy the beauty of Rab, Hvar, and Korčula, and unravel history in Split, Zadar, and Trogir. End in Dubrovnik, a marvelous medieval town. No single supplement!

From approximately $5,295

Brown faculty: Peter Harrington, Curator Emeritus Anne SK Brown Military Collection, Brown University Library
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Silhouettes of elephants at sunset on the plains.Journey to Southern Africa

Luxury safaris, Rovos Rail, and Cape Town

August 27 – September 11, 2023

Discover South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana, from Cape Town to Victoria Falls, Soweto to Robben Island. In your small group (no more than 24 participants), visit Chobe and Hwange National Parks and Kapama Private Game Reserve and enjoy Rovos Rail.

From approximately $8,295

Brown faculty: Kenneth Raymond Miller '70, Professor of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry (Research), Professor Emeritus of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry
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Village in the mountains of Machu Picchu.Machu Picchu to the Galapagos

Land-based program with optional extension to Amazon Rainforest

September 26 - October 11, 2023

Encounter two of South America’s greatest treasures on this small group (no more than 20 passengers) tour, exploring Machu Picchu’s enigmatic ruins and witnessing the fascinating Galapagos Islands’ wonders. Further discoveries await in Lima, the Sacred Valley, Cuzco, and Quito.

Approximately $8,793 (including airfare from Miami)

Brown faculty: to be announced
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Tall Moroccan stone structure with beautiful sky.Moroccan Discovery

From the imperial cities to the Sahara

September 29 – October 12, 2023

Explore Morocco on this small group (maximum of 24 passengers) tour, from seaside Rabat to desert Erfoud and Ouarzazate. Watch the sun set over the dunes on camelback, traverse the snow-topped High Atlas Mountains and discover Fez, Marrakech, and Casablanca.

Approximately $5,979 (including airfare from Boston, New York, or Washington, D.C.)

Brown faculty: to be announced
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Parrots in the jungle.Amazon River Expedition and Machu Picchu

Cruise on the Zafiro

October 1 – 13, 2023

Discover the natural wonders of the Amazon River Basin and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu, the “lost city of the Incas.” Experience Lima, the Peruvian Amazon, Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Cuzco.

From approximately $6,995

Brown faculty: to be announced 
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Church in Santorini with blue roofs on the coast.Island Life in Ancient Greece

Cruise on Le Bougainville

October 3 – 11, 2023

Visit Volos, Delos, Mykonos, Pátmos, Rhodes, and Santorini. Explore Meteora; Delos’ classical ruins, including the Sanctuary of Apollo and the theater quarter; the archaeological site and ancient ruins of Ephesus; and Santorini, believed to be the lost city of Atlantis.

From approximately $4,995

Brown faculty: Mary M Flynn, Associate Professor of Medicine, Clinician Educator
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Ancient ruins in Sicily. Sketches of Sicily

Palermo, Caltagirone, and Taormina

November 1 – 10, 2023

Explore Sicily, the multicultural crossroads located between Italy’s boot and Northwest Africa. With your small group (maximum of 24 participants), stand in the shadows of gods and savor the sites, sounds, and flavors of this treasure trove encircled by the Mediterranean.

Approximately $4,095

Brown faculty: to be announced 
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Mosque with beautiful golden pillars.United Arab Emirates

Dubai, Arabian Desert, and Abu Dhabi

November 7 – 16, 2023

From sensational architecture to sweeping desert landscapes, relish modern wonders and remarkable heritage. Learn about Emirati life, and enjoy a celebration beneath starry skies at a desert resort. This small group (no more than 24 passengers) program features no single supplement!

Approximately $3,795

Brown faculty: to be announced 
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Please note:

  • All information is subject to change.
  • We strive to include a Brown representative on each trip. However, group travel is planned far in advance and we cannot guarantee confirmation of Brown faculty on each trip. 
  • All prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
  • Prices do not include airfare to/from trip departure/ending points (unless otherwise noted).