Siemer & Hand Travel

Journeys of Discovery

EDUCATIONAL GROUP TRAVEL

The Journeys of Discovery programs are set up especially to meet the interests of the sponsoring organization (usually an alumni organization or museum) and the scholar who is leading the trip. Sponsoring organizations and their lecturers tailor the itinerary to their specific fields of interest and knowledge and use their global contacts to get travelers special access to local sites and experts.

Our clients include the alumni associations of Harvard, Princeton, UCLA, UC Berkeley, Bryn Mawr, Smith, Mount Holyoke, Columbia, Vassar, Cal Tech, University of Virginia, University of Chicago, and others.

We also provide fine arts programs and natural history programs for museums such as the Art Institute of Chicago and the Harvard Museum of Natural History, as well as other leading non-profit organizations such as the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the National Audubon Society, and the American Birding Association.

In 2010, we are offering educational trips in Europe (Italy, Switzerland, Dalmatian Coast, Ireland, England, Russia), Asia (Japan, Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia, Indonesia), South America (Peru, Belize, Guyana, the Galapagos), North America (Hawaii, Canada), the Middle East (Jordan, Israel), Australia, and Africa (Kenya, South Africa). In addition, we will resume operating trips to Cuba as soon as it becomes legally possible.

Not all trips may be listed on this website. If you are interested in joining one of these rewarding trips, or if you have any questions, simply contact us at 1-800-451-4321 or email travel@siemerhand.com

Featured Trip

Via Rail train in the Rocky Mountains
The Canadian Rockies: A Family Learning Adventure

Mt. Holyoke College, Smith College

June 25 - July 02, 2010

Western Canada is the perfect environment for a family learning adventure. Horseback riding, hiking, and sightseeing excursions all provide opportunities to better understand the geology, flora, fauna, and human history of this extraordinarily beautiful landscape.

If you have ever thought about taking your children or grandchildren on a trip… If you are looking for an educational adventure that will engage both you and your children or grandchildren… Then, this program is for you.

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Upcoming Trips

The Canadian Rockies: A Family Learning Adventure

Mt. Holyoke College, Smith College

June 25 - July 02, 2010

Treasures of Japan: Temples, Castles, and Classical Gardens

University of Chicago

April 03 - April 14, 2010

Birding in Wild Hawaii

American Birding Association

October 12 - October 21, 2010

Literary Ireland

Harvard Alumni Association

June 04 - June 13, 2010

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