Brown Travelers: Upcoming Trips
Travel the world with fellow alumni and Brown faculty.
2025 Upcoming Trips
South Korea & Japan
June 9 – June 25, 2025
Alluring South Korea and Japan await on this small-group, 14-night adventure that features the highlights of Seoul, Busan, Kyoto, and Tokyo! Experience Japan’s blend of Eastern traditions and Western modernity, and travel on a high-speed bullet train. Witness amazing ancient palaces, shrines, temples, and pagodas. Experience South Korea’s local life and traditions first-hand and visit the UN Memorial Cemetery. Plus, explore the Osaka World Expo 2025! This first-class adventure includes a generous meal plan.
From $8,990/per person
Discover Southeast Alaska
June 27 – July 4, 2025
Enjoy the agility and flexibility of small-ship travel during this expedition cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage. Alongside expert naturalists and knowledgeable on-board crew, navigate narrow channels and waterways inaccessible by larger vessels. While exploring some of nature’s more secluded landscapes, encounter Alaska's abundant wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and ice-blue glaciers of unfathomable proportions.
From $5,695 per person
Switzerland’s Alpine Majesty
July 2 – July 11, 2025
Embrace dreamy Switzerland on an eight-night journey for active travelers! Discover the local culture during stays in Interlaken and Nyon, and enjoy excursions to Kandersteg, Montreux, the French Alps, and beyond! Indulge in decadent cuisine, local chocolates, unforgettable mountain vistas, a folkloric performance and rides on cogwheels, trains, and cable cars. Sip wine at a Lavaux vineyard, sample fresh cheese, and stroll along footpaths carved through inspiring scenery! This active, small-group adventure is a breath of fresh air!
From $4,995 per person
African Expedition by Private Train
August 5 – 19, 2025
Explore the diverse sights of four African countries during this private train expedition—an exclusive journey guiding you through historically notable cities, inspiring scenery, and legendary national parks. Uncover a tapestry of cultural wonders, untamed dynamic landscapes, and thrilling wildlife encounters throughout this soul-stirring expedition.
From $11,995 per person
Enchanted Gems of Austria: Graz & Salzburg
September 17 – 26, 2025
Delight in Austria’s jewelbox cities of Graz and Salzburg on this wonderful eight-night, small-group journey. Tour iconic film locations from “The Sound of Music.” See the celebrated Lipizzaner stallions and tour the mighty Riegersburg Castle. Cruise on picture-perfect Lake Hallstatt and enjoy Mozart’s remarkable music at a concert and dinner. A day in the Bavarian Alps finds you atop the historic Eagle’s Nest and lunching in a beer garden. Includes first-class hotels and a generous meal plan.
From $4,395 per person
Flavors of Sicily
October 17 – 25, 2025
Join us on a captivating nine-day journey through the heart of Sicily to discover the vibrant island’s historical and cultural treasures. Explore renowned archaeological and UNESCO World Heritage sites, indulge in delicious cuisine and wine, and partake in hands-on cooking classes with celebrated chefs who share recipes and culinary techniques passed down through generations. This immersive experience promises to engage all of your senses and leave you with memories to last a lifetime.
From $5,995 per person
India’s Golden Triangle
October 27 – November 14, 2025
Staying at excellent hotels, your small group travels the classic Golden Triangle on this 17-day tour. After seeing Delhi’s important sights, discover Jaipur, the “pink city,” and dine in a Rajasthan family’s home. Search for elusive Bengal tigers in Ranthambore National Park, and meet Meena tribespeople in Gadoli. In Agra, encounter the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal. Experience life in Varanasi, Hinduism’s holiest city, and visit Sarnath, one of Buddhism’s holiest sites. Absorb Nepal’s beauty on an optional six-day/four-night post-tour extension.
From $4,887 per person
Holiday Markets Cruise ~ The Festive Rhine River
December 12 – 20, 2025
Embrace the joyous holiday spirit in Germany and France on a seven-night Rhine River cruise! Unpack once on your first-class ship, then explore enchanting, festive markets decked out for the holidays and stroll through charming medieval towns. Personalize your journey with a choice of excursions, from wine tastings to culinary tours, in many ports. No single supplement!
From $3,195
2026 Sneak Peek
Antarctica Discovery
January 9-21, 2026
Machu Picchu to the Galapagos
March 3-18, 2026
Tanzania Wildlife Safari
March 10-21, 2026
Insider's Japan (Spring)
March 21-April 2, 2026
New Zealand: Land of the Long White Cloud
March 27-April 12, 2026
Paris featuring the African American Experience
April 11-19, 2026
Romance of the Douro River
May 8-19, 2026
Cruise Italy: Tuscany, Cinque Terre, and Amalfi Coast
May 18-26, 2026
Scotland: Highlands and Islands
June 18-29, 2026
The Greek Isles by Luxury Sailing Yacht
June 19-27, 2026
Exploring Iceland
July 21-31, 2026
National Parks & Lodges of the Old West
July 24-August 1, 2026
Croatia & Cruising the Dalmation Coast
August 14-25, 2026
Discover the Canadian Rockies
August 19-25, 2026
Flavors of Northern Italy
August 28-September 5, 2026
Journey to Southern Africa on Rovos Rail
August 30-September 14, 2026
Moroccan Discovery
September 20-October 3, 2026
Flavors of Dordogne
September 25-October 3, 2026
Insider's Japan (Fall)
September 28-October 10, 2026
Cruise the Heart of Europe
October 12-27, 2026
Azores, an Island Adventure
October 26-November 6, 2026
Cuba & Its People
October 30-November 6, 2026
Discover Egypt and the Nile Valley
December 1-13, 2026
Holiday Markets: The Festive Rhine River
December 2-10, 2026
PLEASE NOTE: All trips, and especially dates, are subject to change.
Want more information?
Please contact brown_travelers@alumni.brown.edu if you’d like more information on any of our trips.
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).