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Eastern Turkey
An exploration of Turkey’s fascinating lesser-known sites
See areas of Turkey few visit due to the tricky-to-travel Pontic mountains. Our journey starts on the Black Sea coast and ends in cosmopolitan Istanbul.
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Stanford Travel/Study offers one-of-a-kind trips to destinations all around the world, combining your love of travel and lifelong learning in a way you won’t find anywhere else.
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An exploration of Turkey’s fascinating lesser-known sites
See areas of Turkey few visit due to the tricky-to-travel Pontic mountains. Our journey starts on the Black Sea coast and ends in cosmopolitan Istanbul.
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Capital cities and a cruise along the azure Adriatic
Visit Ljubljana and Zagreb before exploring the sun-drenched coast, beautifully preserved architecture, and seaside towns on a voyage from Zadar to Dubrovnik.
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Small-ship expedition cruising at its best
Marvel at the varied landscapes—coral-white beaches, black volcanic rock, crystal coves, and quiet mangrove lagoons—and get up close with extraordinary wildlife.
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Hiking nature’s most dramatic landscapes
An adventurous journey of discovery: Descend into an actual magma chamber, visit multiple geothermal spectacles, and sample authentic local cuisine in Reykjavík.
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A walk through the history of Scotland
Ancient and modern blend together in a land of history and fable. Our journey takes us to the beating heart of this small but mighty country.
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With Young Explorer Program for kids ages 6+
Explore the past, cultures, and architecture of Italy on this fun and educational exploration of Rome, Florence, and Tuscany
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With Young Explorer Program for kids ages 8+
Pandas, picking tea, and partaking in delicious local cuisine accompany visits to iconic sights and a look at thousands of years of history.
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Istanbul’s Golden Horn and the Greek Isles
This stunning, educational sea voyage takes us to Ephesus and Troy in Turkey and to the islands of Patmos, Delos, Mykonos, Santorini, and Milos.
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Wildlife and wonders in South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe
Explore history and culture in Cape Town and Johannesburg, see spectacular wildlife in Kruger National Park and the Okavango Delta and marvel at wondrous Victoria Falls.
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A cruise through the Land of the Midnight Sun
Spend two days on the northeast coast of Scotland before cruising to the Shetland Islands and on to the western coast of Norway where dramatic and stunning fjords await.
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With Young Explorer Program for kids ages 7+
This journey sweeps you and your family up into a whirlwind exploration of Mexico: the cultures, artifacts, indigenous histories, and, of course, traditional foods!
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A magical, colorful cruise through the waters of Indonesia
Warm beaches, haunting volcanoes, and real-life dragons await on this sea journey that takes us to eight unique destinations perfect for snorkeling among marine life.
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Luxury lodge-to-lodge heli-hiking in the Columbia Mountains
Travel by helicopter to reach pristine and remote wilderness areas inaccessible by trail. Explore the stunning landscapes and relax in luxury high-country lodges.
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A cruise through Northern Europe with iconic ports of call
City and village hop on an ocean voyage that stops at locales both familiar and lesser known in Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Poland, and Denmark.
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A deep dive into history and age-old traditions
Travel to the East Sepik region, where our lodge can only be accessed by river or private aircraft, and to the coast of New Britain. Revel in incredible biodiversity.
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Archaeological wonders and endemic wildlife
Cruise the Amazon River to view endemic wildlife and travel deep into the lush Sacred Valley to behold mystical Machu Picchu.
Did you know we also do custom trips? Any time of year, anywhere in the world, we can turn your dream adventure into your very own custom journey.
Combine the customization of a one-of-a-kind vacation, the expertise of Stanford faculty and the excitement of your favorite people by your side.
Get in touch with someone at Travel/Study.