Stanford Travel/Study

Experience the Extraordinary

With Stanford Travel/Study, every trip is the trip of a lifetime. It's easy to see why our travelers keep coming back, year after year.

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Our Destinations

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.

Sep04Sep12

Alps

Hike through Switzerland, Italy, and France

From Zermatt to Chamonix, hike in the shadow of the Matterhorn and on trails of the Tour de Mont Blanc, reaching alpine terrain by funicular, gondola and tram.

Sep28Oct10

Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia

An exploration of life and culture in the South Caucasus

Discover delicious cuisine, robust wines, and ancient traditions waiting in the countries of Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan, nestled between the Caspian and Black Seas.

Oct09Oct18

Germany

A breathtaking trip through the Upper Middle Rhine Valley

Journey through a section of Germany that has inspired generations of painters, poets, thinkers, and musicians. Discover the natural beauty and wines of the Rhine Gorge.

Oct11Oct22

Balkans

A luxury railway journey from Venice to Istanbul

Our epic eight-country adventure begins in Italy and winds through the Balkans to Turkey. Witness history as we travel early trade routes.

Oct20Oct30

Italy

Wander through Tuscany and the Italian Riviera

Gaze across turquoise waters from pastel seaside villages, marvel at art and architecture in Florence, and wend your way through medieval hill towns.

Dec23Jan03

Patagonia

With Young Explorer Program for kids 8+

Enjoy the wonders of Patagonia and beyond with your family. Marvel at landscapes few will ever experience, and adventure and learn in Buenos Aires and Santiago.

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Why Stanford

Discover the Stanford Advantage

When you're looking to add top-notch educational opportunities, exclusive access to unique locales and the opportunity to connect with your fellow alums to your journey, look no further than Travel/Study.

Our Faculty Leaders

With Stanford scholars leading the way through every step of your journey, you're guaranteed an educational experience like no other. In addition to hearing their thought-provoking lectures, you'll have the opportunity to interact with these teachers who are masters at bringing our destinations to life.

Our Experience

In our nearly 50 years of creating educational journeys, we have covered nearly every corner of the globe—from the North Pole to Antarctica and from the mountains of Nepal to the Sahara. Our travelers have experienced it all: epic rail journeys, in-depth city sojourns, private air expeditions, mountain treks and so much more.

Our Connections

From people to places, Stanford knows (and has access to) them all. Stanford connections afford you the opportunity to enjoy rare behind-the-scenes visits to special sites, discussions with knowledgeable insiders and once-in-a-lifetime events all over the world.

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About Our Faculty Leaders

Meet Some of Our Exceptional Faculty Leaders

Here's a unique perk you simply 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.

Christophe Crombez

Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies

A specialist in European politics and the political economy of the European Union, Christophe has been at The Europe Center since 1999 and also serves on the faculty at the University of Leuven in Belgium.

Join Christophe in the Italian Lakes

Linda Paulson

English

Associate dean and director of the Master of Liberal Arts program at Stanford and an expert in comparative literature, Linda regularly retraces the footsteps of Charles Dickens, Jane Austen and the Brontë sisters in her trips to the U.K.

Join Linda in England

Allen Weiner

Stanford Law School

Allen serves as director of the Stanford Program in International and Comparative Law, director of the Stanford Humanitarian Program, and director of the Stanford Center on International Conflict and Negotiation.

Join Allen in the South Caucasus

Norman Naimark

History

The Robert and Florence McDonnell Professor of East European History, Professor Naimark's research has focused on the problems of radical politics in the Russian Empire and Eastern Europe.

Join Norman in the Balkans

Barbara Pitkin

Religious Studies

Barbara’s research and teaching focus on the place of religious beliefs, practices, and institutions in the intellectual traditions and cultural life of medieval and early modern Europe, roughly from 1000-1700.

Join Barbara in Italy

Wanda Corn

Art and Art History

The Robert and Ruth Halperin Professor Emerita in Art History, Wanda specializes in the history of modern art, photography, and visual culture, with a special interest in the ways artists and art movements traveled globally in the early 20th century.

Join Wanda in London

Curated Collections

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.